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MARKET VENDOR CENTRALIA BUCHHEIT DONATES DOG FOOD WORKSHOP TO LOCAL ANIMAL SHELTER A workshop entitled Becoming a Successful Market Vendor will be held Thursday, April 13, 3–5 p.m. at Centralia City Hall, 222 S. Poplar. Market vendors and anyone interested in becoming a market vendor are welcome. This free workshop is for beginners and experts. Learn about promoting your business in unique ways, increasing your bottom line, creating your own image on-site, customer service, public health, and more. For more information, call 242-0780, or register online at go.illinois.edu/ successfulmarketvendor.

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On Friday, March 24 Buchheit of Centralia donated $2,295 worth of dog and cat food to help local animals. This pickup truck load will help with the care of animals at the Centralia Animal Shelter. Pictured are Joe Dean with City of Centralia public property, Buchheit employee Anastasia Orasco (helping load), and Bobby Patton, Centralia code enforcement animal control.

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UPCOMING CENTRALIA CULTURAL SOCIETY EVENTS

Sacred Music Concert A Sacred Music Concert featuring the Centralia Philharmonic Orchestra, Centralia Choral Society, Kaskaskia College Concert C h o i r, a n d B r o n z e Expressions Handbell Ensemble will be held on Sunday, April 2, 2107 at 2:00 p.m. at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Centralia. Tickets at the door will cost $10 for general admission, $8.00 for children 12 and under.

"The Last 5 Years" Musical "The Last 5 Years," a musical produced through special arrangements with MTI, Inc., will be performed in the round by members of the Little Theater Players. A cabaret show will be held and finger foods will be served in the Gallery, with bar service, wine and beer available for purchase.

This event is coming up soon. Tickets are $15.00. For reservations or more information call 532-2951. Tickets will also be available at the door. "The Journey" Concert "The Journey," a concert featuring the Bronze Expressions Handbell Ensemble, will be held on April 23, 2017 at 4:00 p.m. in the gallery. Tickets at the door will cost $10.

CENTRALIA CITY COUNCIL CANDIDATES FORUM SET FOR MARCH 30 The Greater Centralia Chamber of Commerce will hold a Candidates Forum for Centralia City candidates on Thursday, March 30, 2017 beginning at 7 p.m. at the Centralia Recreation Complex and it will conclude at 8 p.m. Candidates seeking election are Jason Hunter and Joshua Qualls and incumbents Andre Marshall and Howard Jones. Members of

the media have been invited to serve on the panel that will pose questions from the audience to the candidates. Bruce Kropp of WJBD Radio will provide a live broadcast of the forum. He will also serve as moderator. All radio stations have also been invited to set up for a live broadcast. There is no charge to attend the forum. The

Chamber encourages voters to come out and submit questions to the local media panel for submission to the candidates. Hear first hand where the candidates stand on the issues. Be an informed voter and thank those willing to make the personal commitment and sacrifice to serve our community.

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SANDOVAL FFA MEMBERS ATTEND DISTRICT FFA PROFICIENCY EVENT Levi Brown was selected a s t h e D i s t r i c t F FA Proficiency Winner in Ag Mechanics Repair and Maintenance-Entrepreneurship. Levi Brown is a member of the Sandoval FFA Chapter of the Illinois Association FFA. Illinois FFA recognizes students in fifty different areas based on their workbased learning, also known as Supervised Agriculture Experiences or SAE. FFA members who demonstrate outstanding agricultural skills and competencies through record keeping, leadership, and scholastic achievement may be considered for this award. SAEs allow students to learn by doing by either owning and operating an agricultural business, working or serving an internship at an agriculture-based business or conducting an agriculture-based scientific experiment and reporting results. Levi Brown was selected as the District 5 Winner by a committee of agriculture industry representatives and teachers knowledgeable in

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Levi Brown and Beth Pennington this work-based area. Levi is the son of Keith and Tina Brown of Sandoval. Receiving this honor now makes Brown eligible to compete in the State FFA Awards Selection process in Urbana-Champaign on March 25, 2017. Levi Brown was previously chosen as the Chapter and Section awardee is this area. Casey Bolin is the

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Pictured are the Sandoval FFA conference attendees, front row: Savannah Estes, Alyssa Atchison, Jalynn Day, Cady Williams; back row: Abby Shaffer, Hope Beckmann, Beth Pennington, Sarah Evans, Bailee Dykstra, Dori Brandt Mika Taylor.

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Eleven Sandoval FFA members recently attended the Women Changing the Face of Agriculture conference in Champaign. The event is hosted for over 500 young women in high school and college who are interested in a career in agriculture. Day Macz Funeral home sponsored the trip which made it possible for the Sandoval FFA ladies to attend. Illinois Agri-Women (IAW) organizes The Women Changing the Face of Agriculture conference as an investment in the future of agriculture. This outreach project gives all women the opportunity to explore different career paths offered in the agriculture sector. Their goal is to help attendees receive accurate information first hand from actual women agriculture professionals.

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HIGH SCHOOL ART CONTEST C ongressman John Shimkus (R, Illinois-15) is now accepting entries for the 2017 Congressional Art Competition. The contest is open to high school students in the 15th Congressional District. Entries are due by April 28. Acceptable mediums include: paintings, drawings, collages, prints, photographs, computer-generated art, and mixed media. Artwork must be two-di-

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The Power of the Blood Revivals have begun when believers gathered together to pray and plead the precious blood of Jesus. The Holy Spirit honors the blood. To plead is to invoke the legality of. The WebsterMerriam Dictionary define plea as “to argue before a court or authority, to plead earnestly for help”. Why is there power in the blood of Jesus? LIFE IS IN THE BLOOD. The Bible reveals this mysterious fact, “The life of the living creature is in its blood.” (Leviticus 17:11) Blood is not life but it carries life. Jesus’ conception was supernatural. He was not conceived by a human father, but by God the Father, through the power of the Holy Spirit. (Hebrews 10:5; John 1:14) Jesus’ blood then is holy and precious, untainted by sin. (I Peter 1:19) Through faith in Jesus’ blood we can be cleansed from all sin.

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Imagine a spiritual blood transfusion. (I John 1:7) The blood of Jesus is alive and efficacious for sin and disease. The devil hates the mention of the blood of Jesus. ATONEMENT COMES BY THE BLOOD. During the Lenten season, special focus is given to the cross. At Calvary, Jesus wore a crown of thorns and blood flowed down his brow, hair, face, and beard. His hands were nailed to the cross and blood flowed down his arms. His back was ripped with the Roman lector until his body was a bloody mess. His feet were nailed to the cross and blood flowed around the foot of the cross. A spear pierced Jesus’ side and blood and water flowed down Calvary’s hill. The blood of Jesus, the Lamb of God, made atonement for sin and satisfied the just demands of a holy God (Isaiah 53) Atonement means “cover-

2. In Genesis 15, who was told to "look now toward Heaven and tell the stars"? Noah, Adam, Abram, Moses 3. Who succeeded Belshazzar as King of the Chaldeans? David, Darius, Daniel, Saul 1. Is the book of Jonah 4. Who sold his brother in t he Old or Ne w to a camel caravan? Cain, Testament or neither? Judah, Silas, Joshua

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ing”. Leviticus 17:12 tells us that only the blood could make atonement for sin. When God killed an innocent animal to make skins to cover the nakedness of Adam and Eve, it foreshadowed the atoning blood of Jesus, the Lamb of God (Revelation 5:6-10) In I John 5:8 we read, “And there are three that bear witness in earth, the Spirit and the water and the blood: and these three agree in one” The water of the Word of God washes us, but without the blood it is ineffectual, for the life of Jesus is in the blood. The Word of God tells us that “without the shedding of blood there is no remission of sins. (Exodus 12:23; 7:12; Hebrews 9:20) Covered by the blood of Jesus, the Father does not see our sins, only the blood of Jesus. THE BLOOD SPEAKS. The writer of Hebrews contrasts the blood of Abel’s with the blood of Jesus. “The blood of sprinkling that speaks better things than the blood of Abel.” (Hebrews 12:24) Abel’s blood cried for vengeance. Jesus’ blood cries for mercy. The high priest would take the blood of the lamb and sprinkle it on the Old Tes5. Where did Jacob and his family settle in Egypt? Goshen, Damascus, Bethlehem, Beersheba 6. What was the name of Naomi's husband? Ephriam, Elijah, Elimelech, Elisha ANSWERS: 1) Old; 2) Abram;

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tament mercy seat in the temple. In the New Testament, only the blood of Jesus allows us to enter God’s presence. (Hebrews 10:20-22) When we put faith in the blood of Jesus, our intercessor, Jesus, pleads for us; because it is speaking blood. PLEADING THE BLOOD. A form of intercessory prayer practiced by many saints of old is pleading the blood of Jesus. Confessing the merits and power of the blood routs the enemy and loosens the presence and power of the Holy Spirit to work. “They overcame him by the blood of the Lamb, by the word of their testimony, and they loved not their life unto death.” (Revelation 12:11) The blood must be applied by faith and prayer. (Romans 3:25) Believers are spiritual priests and kings who offer up spiritual sacrifices. (I Peter 2:5) Plead the merits of the blood. There is wonder working power in the blood of Jesus. Look to the Lamb of God. Shalom, Cliff Sanders Eagle Life Ministries eagleslife8@gmail.com

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Voters can cast a ballot prior to the April 4, 2017 Election Day for the Consolidated Election without offering a reason or excuse for voting early. Early voting will begin February 23, 2017 and end April 3, 2017. Early voting will only be available at the Marion County Courthouse 100 E. Main, Salem, IL 62881, room 202. All 48 precincts are able to vote. The law prohibits anyone who voted during the early voting period from also voting at the polls on Election Day. Early votes will be counted after the polls close on Election Day. For more information about early voting or early voting location, contact Steven Fox at the Marion County Clerk’s office in room 202 at the Marion County Courthouse or call 548-3852. The Marion County Clerk’s Office is open from 8:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday except holidays.

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college; there is a shortage of people trained to program CNC machines to produce metal products. People raised on the farm might want to stay on the farm. Salem needs to fill political positions with people who could focus on cost reductions: Fewer city cars, fewer police cars, reduce early retirement expenses, fewer city employees, read water and gas every other month, to name a few. How about something

As another election approaches, and I feel pressure to write this article, I worry that Salem is dying like flowers without nutrition/jobs and too much overhead. Before you vote, why not drop the choice by politics and choose based upon revitalization of Salem: JOBS. How about city schools focused on yearly improvement and diversity; college, farming, and trades training. Not everyone is cut out for

Wednesday, March 29, 2017 from the past: City offices filled by people who forgo salaries, city cars, and mileage allowances. Project failure: Public swimming pool renewal. It was proposed to provide for families who could not afford a p o ol i n t he i r b a ck yard. Reality: The public pool is rebuilt and families living on the edge can't afford a pool at home nor price of admission to the public pool. Project failure: Bike/ w a l k i n g p at h i n t h e park. Reality: People will not use the park, as it is more convenient to walk from home with the goal of ending at home. Walk the park one time and the next time is

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• On March 31, 1492, in Spain, a royal edict is issued by the nation's Catholic rulers declaring that all Jews who refuse to convert to Christianity will be expelled. Most Spanish Jews chose exile rather than renounce their religion and culture. • On March 27, 1905, the high-profile murder of two London shopkeepers is solved using fingerprint evidence for the first time when a thumbprint found on the side of the cashbox was matched to one of the suspects. • On April 2, 1917, President Woodrow Wilson asks Congress to send U.S. troops into battle against Germany in World War I. Four days later, Congress obliged. Wilson then signed the Selective Service Act, which required men between 21 and 35 years of age to register for the draft. The Army quickly grew from 200,000 troops to 4 million. • On March 28, 1941, workers start clearing trees from hundreds of acres of land 30 miles west of Detroit, in preparation for construction

of the Ford Motor Company's Willow Run plant, which will build B-24 bomber planes. Early on the plant was plagued by labor shortages and earned the nickname "Willit Run?" • On April 1, 1963, the ABC television network airs the premiere episode of "General Hospital," the daytime drama that will become the longestrunning serial program produced in Hollywood. On the same day, rival NBC debuts its own medical-themed soap opera, "The Doctors." • On March 29, 1973, two months after the signing of the Vietnam peace agreement, the last U.S. combat troops leave South Vietnam. The accord was short-lived, and by early 1974 fullscale war had resumed. • On March 30, 1981, President Ronald Reagan is shot in the chest outside a Washington, D.C., hotel by deranged drifter John Hinckley Jr. As Reagan was prepared for surgery, he quipped to his surgeons, "Please tell me you're Republicans."

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Spring is here, thank goodness! In most years spring begins to tease us for a few days in February. Not so this year, but hopefully it won't be long before the breezes whisper in the trees, the sky turns a gentle blue and the bulbs hiding in the garden shoot forth with their beautiful vibrant colors. The days begin to stretch, allowing precious hours to enjoy the outside spring days, but its also time to enjoy some delicious spring dishes. Some of my favorite vegetables and salads are below.

Garden Perfect Salad 2 envelopes unflavored gelatin 1/2 cup cold water 2 cups boiling water 1/4 cup sugar 1/4 cup lemon juice 1/4 cup cider vinegar 1/4 tsp. salt 1 cup grated carrots 1 (15¼ oz.) can crushed 3/4 cup finely shredded cabbage pineapple, drained 1/3 cup chopped green bell pepper 1 (2 oz.) jar diced pimiento, drained Combine gelatin and 1/2 cup cold water in a medium bowl; add 2 cups boiling water, stirring until gelatin dissolves. Add sugar, lemon juice, vinegar, and salt; stir well. Chill until the consistency of unbeaten egg white. Gently fold carrot, pineapple, cabbage, green pepper, and pimiento into gelatin mixture. Pour gelatin mixture into a lightly oiled 5-cup mold. Cover and chill until firm. Unmold to serve. Yield: 6 servings.

English Pea Salad 2 (17 oz.) cans English peas, drained, or 3 (10 oz.) pkgs. frozen tiny green peas, thawed 1 (4 oz.) jar diced pimiento, drained 1/2 cup mayonnaise 1/4 tsp. white pepper

2 cups finely chopped celery 1 (8 oz.) can sliced water chestnuts, drained 1/2 cup chopped green onions 1/2 cup sour cream 1/4 tsp. salt

Combine peas, celery, water chestnuts, pimiento and green onions in a large bowl. Combine sour cream and mayonnaise, stirring well. Add sour cream mixture, salt, and pepper to vegetables; toss gently to coat. Cover and chill thoroughly. Yield: 6 to 8 servings.

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1. This is an older adult, female Lab. She is very friendly and full of energy! 2. This is a young, female Lab mix. She is very active. 3. This is an adult, male Mastiff mix. He is friendly but it would be best if he is an only dog. 4. This is an adult, male Bird Dog mix. He loves attention but would also be best as an only dog. Residents of the City of Centralia who own a dog or cat are required to purchase a city tag for each animal. They can be purchased at City Hall. Failure to purchase this tag can result in a $150.00 fine. If you are interested in a Pet of the Week, or any animal, call 533-7647 or visit the Centralia Animal Shelter. Directions to the shelter are as follows: Turn south at the intersection of Hwy. 161 E. (McCord) and Airport Rd. Go 1-1/2 miles, then turn left on Copple Rd. Go 1/2 mile to Woods Lane, turn left to shelter on left. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

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by Samantha Weaver • It was 20th-century American author and playwright Rose Franken who made the following sage observation: "Anyone can be passionate, but it takes real lovers to be silly." • There are only three places in the world that include St. Patrick's Day among their official public holidays: Ireland (of course), the Canadian province of Newfoundland

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Germans have a word for that: sonntagsleerung. It literally means "Sunday emptying." • Some historians claim that President Andrew Jackson believed the world was flat. • If it could avoid its inevitable dissipation, the typical cloud could circumnavigate the earth in less than two weeks. • In the United States, nuns have a longer life expectancy than any other demographic group.. Thought for the Day: "Science is more than a body of knowledge; it is a way of thinking. I have a foreboding of an America ... when the United States is a service and information economy; when nearly

resolved, and that means you should move on to other things that are important to you. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Spend this weekend recharging your physical and spiritual energies. When you return to your workaday world, you’ll be ready to take on that new project. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) Be careful how you advise a troubled friend. Even your wise counsel could be misunderstood. Better to suggest that he or she seek professional help. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Family problems once again dominate and, once again, everyone seeks your guidance in these matters. Later, you can indulge in some muchneeded relaxation. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Some mixed signals create confusion in the workplace. Best advice: Ask for explanations before you attempt to deal with any of these matters on your own. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) A patch of roiling water in the workplace could be threatening, but stay the course and you’ll soon be clear of it. Then go out and have a great time with loved ones. BORN THIS WEEK: Your extraordinary leadership qualities mark you as someone people can turn to for guidance in difficult situations. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

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ANNUAL TOWN MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN

to the legal voters, residents of the Town of Centralia in the County of Marion and State of Illinois, that the Annual Town Meeting of said Town will take place on

Tuesday, April 12, 2017 being the second Tuesday of said month at the hour of 6:00 o'clock P.M. at the Centralia Twp. Office, 148 South Poplar Street Centralia IL 62801 for the transaction of the miscellaneous business of the said town; and after a Moderator having been elected, will proceed to hear and consider reports of officers, and decide on such measures as may, in pursuance of law, come before the meeting. Olen "Butch" Border, Jr. Town Clerk Michael J. Young Supervisor 3-29

PUBLIC NOTICE Centralia Township Trustee Meeting Dates The Centralia Township Trustee Meetings for the fiscal year 2017–2018 will be held on the second Wednesday of each Month at the Business Offices at 148 South Poplar, starting at 6:00 p.m. The fiscal year beginning April 1, 2017 and ending March 30, 2018 ********************** April 12, 2017 May 10, 2017 June 14, 2017 July 12, 2017 August 9, 2017 September 13, 2017 October 11, 2017 November 8, 2017 December 13, 2017 January 10, 2018 February 14, 2018 March 14, 2018 Olen “Butch” Border, Jr. Town Clerk Michael J. Young Supervisor 3-18

201 Business & Services SEE A CRIME?

Call Crime Stoppers! You may qualify for a cash reward and you never have to give your name.

242-8477

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BUILT-MOR BUILDINGS 24x40-$8,835 30x50-$12,873 40x60-$19,472 50x70-$28,806

Erected, Choice Of Colors

732-8704 or 237-0792

30 Years In Area www.builtmorbuildings.com

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201 Business & Services

508

Lusch Excavating & Sanitation

FOR SALE: Round bales orchard grass and clover, net wrapped, some wet wrapped and some dry. 1st and 2nd cutting quality $40 per bale. Ashley, IL 618-246-8375

Install • Pump Service Aerators & Septic Tanks

548-2637

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302 Auto & Trucks For Sale FOR SALE: 1997 GMC Jimmy (Blazer), 4 dr., 4x4, body and interior good, new tires, needs TLC, $2,000 o.b.o. 618-822-6015 4-5

Farming

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FOR SALE: Large net wrapped bales of orchard grass and clover, some covered, $30 each or will trade for calves. 618-267-7102 3-29

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Help Wanted 2

Locations To Serve You!

Wanting Servers! Must have full sanitation certificate Must be 21 to serve alcohol Apply in person either location Mondays & Wednesdays 103 E. Broadway or 1053 W. Broadway Centralia TFN

FOR SALE: Two Ficklin 12 ton gravity flow seed wagons w/hydraulic augurs, very good FOR SALE: 1964 Dodge, $2,800, selling as cond., always stored in found, good cond. in & shed, $3,500 o.b.o. each. Call 618-533-1632 4-5 out, call 618-532-5724 after 5 p.m. 4-12

305 Motorcycles & ATVs FOR SALE: 1997 Roketa, 150cc, 1893 mi., $700; 2008 Shenke, 50cc, 393 mi., $500. If interested or for best offer please call 618-267-3768 3-29 FOR SALE: 2007 Yamaha V-Star Classic 650, pearl white, lots of accessories 6,000 mi., $2,800 cash, always garage kept, very nice bike, ready for riding. Call 618-315-3678 4-5

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Construction & Home Improvement

LOGSDON CONSTRUCTION & HOME REPAIR Rehabs • Electrical Plumbing • Roofing Concrete • Flatwork Over 30 Years Experience

618-780-9551 618-432-5479

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GEM Decorating, Inc. Owner: Alan Minor 301 W. Chestnut, Odin

775-6283

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Firewood

509

FOR SALE: Seasoned firewood by the trailer load, delivered. Call TFN 618-499-2240

602 Furniture & Appliances FOR SALE: Large entertainment center, mirror backed with glass shelves, medium oak, 9 ft. by 7 ft., exc. cond. 618-765-2136

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Help Wanted

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NOW TAKING APPLICATIONS For All Positions All Shifts For Summer Help

Part Time/Full Time Direct Support Personnel, wages up to $12.00. No experience? We will train you. CNA's are encouraged to apply. Excellent benefits. If you are interested in a rewarding career, working with adults who are developmentally disabled, we would like the opportunity to speak with you. We also have openings for Part Time Dining Assistants. This position would be responsible to assist in the dining experience with our residents during the following hours: 6:00AM to 8:00AM, and/or 5:00PM to 7:00PM. A meal will be provided for our employee as well. Individuals who are interested in one ·or all of the above jobs are encouraged to apply in person at Bryan Manor 2150 East McCord Street Centralia, IL 62801 EOE 4-19

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Maco Elevator

418 N. Oak • Centralia TFN 532-6779

Construction Workers Needed starting pay 00

14 per hour

Apply in person at: DCA Construction 1620 N. 4th St. Breese, IL 62230

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Situation Wanted

SITUATION WANTED: Cleaning services, business, schools & home, weekly or biweekly, reasonable rates, insured. 618-713-3761 3-29

Autos Wanted

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CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! All Make/Models 2000-2015! Any Condition. Running or Not. Competitive Offer! Free Towing! We’re Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888-416-2330.

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DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED! Learn to drive for Stevens Transport! NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED! New drivers earn $900+ per week! PAID CDL TRAINING! Stevens covers all costs! 1-888-734-6714 drive4stevens.com AIRLINE MECHANIC TRAINING - Get FAA certification. Approved for military benefits. Financial Aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888-686-1704

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Construction & Home Improvement Lawn & Garden Buildings for Sale/Rent Houses For Sale Houses For Rent Apartment For Rent Mobile Homes For Rent Mobile Homes For Sale Business Property Lots & Acreage

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Wanted To Buy

WORK WANTED: Mowing; cleaning gutters, basements, garages; hauling junk, metal, wood, tree limbs; tear down buildings; any odd jobs! No distance too far. Call 618-547-7728 4-26

NEED CASH? I buy estates, antiques, garage clean-outs, barns, household and more!

CALL ME:

618-367-2469 TFN

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LOOKING FOR:

LAWNS TO MOW IN MT. VERNON AREA

618-214-2336 3-29

Buying Scrap Gold! Top Dollar Pawn 215 E. Noleman • Centralia

533-9012

Farming Firewood Furniture & Appliances Music Pets & Supplies Business Opportunities Help Wanted Situations Wanted Rummage Sales Wanted To Buy Wanted To Rent Miscellaneous

805

We Pay Top Dollar!

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"Helping Diabetics Since 2009"

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Miscellaneous

FOR SALE: RV electric jack, bicycle rack, trailer hitch w/equalizer bars, complete; make offer on 3 pc. white fiberglass bathtub, with shower doors. 618-532-03093-29 FOR SALE: 2 queen beds $250 each; futon $150; 3 vacuum cleaners $75; unique coffee table $80; dinner table $80; box TV $50; cheetah print pillows $40. Call 630-542-2670 4-12

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DONʼT MISS MOVE-IN SPECIALS SPACIOUS 2- BEDROOM APTS. Available for immediate move-in Ashley Park Apts. ASHLEY IL! Laundry facilities on site; Off Street Parking Rent based on income ASK about the $99.00 Specials! CALL Candy (618) 533-3171 *This institution is an equal opportunity provider*

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• Bulk Seeds • Grass Seeds • Bird Seeds & Feeders Come See Us For Your Lawn & Garden Needs

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Employment

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Lawn & Garden

We are currently accepting applications for

Education

APPLY IN PERSON AT

1812 W. MAIN SALEM

BRYAN MANOR JOB OPENINGS

Gunsmithing Services Lost & Found Daycare Hunting & Fishing Travel Automotive Services Auto/Trucks For Sale RVs/Campers Boats/Watercrafts Motorcycles/ATVs Health & Fitness

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$99.00 SPRING SPECIALS ARE ENDING SOON AT Centralia Meadows CENTRALIA IL! 1 & 2 BEDROOM APTS. AVAILABLE

DONʼT MISS OUT Rent based on income

CALL Candy (618) 533-3171 *This institution is an equal opportunity provider*

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HERO MILES - to find out more about how you can help our service members, veterans and their families in their time of need, visit the Fisher House website at www.fisherhouse.org

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Motorcycles

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WANTED OLD JAPANESE MOTORCYCLES KAWASAKI Z1-900 (1972-75), KZ900, KZ1000 (1976-1982), Z1R, KZ 1000MK2 (1979,80), W1-650, H1-500 (1969-72), H2-750 (1972-1975), S1-250, S2-350, S3-400, KH250, KH400, SUZUKI-GS400, GT380, HONDA-CB750K (1969-1976), CBX1000 (1979,80) CASH!! 1-800-772-1142 1-310-721-0726 usa@classicrunners.com

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Please be advised we at The Shopperʼs Weekly Publications do not know of any fraudulent advertisements. We make every attempt to protect our readers, however we do not have the ability to investigate and verify all advertisements. Therefore, we advise our readers to ask questions of the advertisers they reply to, but be especially careful of anyone who asks you to send large sums of money up front. If you suspect a fraudulent ad in our publications, please give us a call at 618-533-7283. TFN

Wednesday, March 29, 2017

non-business classified

COUPON

ESTATE AUCTION

REAL ESTATE — AUTOS — PERSONAL PROPERTY SAT. APRIL 1, 2017 – 9:00 AM

Auction Site: Indoor Heated Exhibition Hall, Wayne County Fairgrounds, 1317 West Main Street, Fairfield, IL 62837

Seller: Estate of Ralph Wright

Give Us A Try And See What We Can Do For YOU! FOR

The Shoppers Weekly Papers Centralia / Salem Area

www.auctionzip.com Auctioneer ID # 2008 for color photos & details REAL ESTATE LOCATED AT # 4 TALBERT COURT – Fairfield, IL. Consists of 3 or 4 bedroom, 2 bath residence w/like-new Premier walk-in bath tub, central air & heat, one-car garage with attached greenhouse room, concrete drive, chain link fenced back & side yards, back deck, metal roof, replacement windows, ramp, located in cul-de-sac.

SALE:

2016 GMC TERRAIN w/approx. 3600 miles – 2000 CHRYSLER VOYAGER – HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS – APPLIANCES – LIKE-NEW SERTA MOTION QUEEN SIZE BED – LAWN & GARAGE – BOOKS – BOOKS – BOOKS – HONDO GUITAR IN CASE – LG. ASST. OF CACTUS the shoppers

TWO AUCTIONEERS! TWO AUCTION RINGS!

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• 25 Words Or Less • Runs For 3 Weeks • Each Additional Word 25¢ • Deadline is Friday at 3:00 p.m.

To place this ad: Mail to P.O. Box 1223, Centralia, IL 62801 Call 1-800-479-6323 or Email info@theshoppersweekly.com

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Automobiles

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CASH PAID- up to $25/Box for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS. 1-DAY PAYMENT. 1-800-371-1136

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Medical

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Employment/Help Wanted

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Financial

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Are you in BIG trouble with the IRS? Stop wage & bank levies, liens & audits, unfiled tax returns, payroll issues, & resolve tax debt FAST. Call 888-606-6673 (MCN)

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Need ambitious young professionals for custom harvesting. Operators, full time Truck Drivers. Housing and transportation provided, Competitive wages. 785-545-5966 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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Morgan Silver Dollars - Brilliant Uncirculated Genuine 1921-D Morgan Silver Dollars. The only Morgan ever struck at the Denver mint. Available for a limited time from The American Mint USA. $44.25 each, limit two rolls, new customers only, while supplies last. American Mint USA order line 1-888-589-7555 Visa, MC, Discover, American Express (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

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Wants to purchase minerals and other oil and gas interests. Send details to P.O. Box 13557 Denver, Co. 80201 –––––––––––––––––––––––––

ADVERTISE to 10 Million Homes across the USA! Place your ad in over 140 community newspapers, with circulation totaling over 10 million homes. Contact Independent Free Papers of America IFPA at danielleburnett-ifpa@live.com or visit our website cadnetads.com for more information –––––––––––––––––––––––––

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BARNARD AUCTIONS

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A PLACE FOR MOM. The nation’s largest senior living referral service. Contact our trusted, local experts today! Our service is FREE/no obligation. CALL 1-800-442-5148 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

ALL THINGS BASEMENTY! Basement Systems Inc. Call us for all of your basement needs! Waterproofing, Finishing, Structural Repairs, Humidity and Mold Control. FREE ESTIMATES! Call 1-800-640-8195 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

EQUAL HOUSING

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Marion County Housing Authority Currently Has Public Housing Vacancies In Various Communities. We Are Also Taking Applications For Our Section-8 Program. Don’t Assume That You Do Not Qualify, Let Us Make That Determination.

Applications may be picked up in our Centralia office at 719 E. Howard St., or downloaded from our website at www.mchahomes.org. You may call us at 618-532-1894. 3-29

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