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The Shoppers Weekly Papers Centralia / Salem Area glass, aluminum CITY WIDE FALL CLEANUP WEEK OCTOBER 16 cardboard, and paper products at Clean & Green’s Recycling Center THROUGH OCTOBER 20, 2017 located on West McCord Street. The City of Centralia 3. Large quantities of rocks, chines, dryers, etc. All items must be at the would like to announce that concrete and construction Residents are also asked to this year’s fall city wide materials including roofing place smaller items in a con- curb (not in the alley) by 6:00 cleanup event is scheduled for materials, siding and lumber tainer such as a box or a bag. a.m. on your normal garbage Monday, October 16 through (small amounts will be taken, Please consider recycling any pickup day. Even if your Friday, October 20, 2017. This no more than a 5 gallon curbside pickup service is bucket) provided by the City of 4. Tires or cans of paint Centralia Public Works 5. Large automobile parts Department. Participation is such as engines and transmislimited to single-family resi- sions dences, town homes, condo6. Lawnmowers or small miniums and apartments that engines which still contain do not exceed four units per gasoline or oil building. All items are to be 7. Televisions, radios and placed on the curb by 6 a.m. computers on the assigned pickup day. 8. Do not mix with trash to Any item(s) not longer be picked up on normal colthan 5 feet or more than 50 lection days and do not pile pounds left at the curbside at items on top of other items. any of the above defined resi- Crews will not sort through dential units will be picked up material. If an unapproved except for the following: item is on top of an approved 1. Yard waste, including item, your items will not be grass clippings, leaves, brush collected. and tree material *Please Note: the City is 2. Household refuse/ continuing to accept white garbage that should be put out goods such as freezers, refrigfor normal collection erators, stoves, washing ma-

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Union Pacific Railroad continues its support of the Salem Community Activities Center (SCAC) by supporting the Center’s Room Sponsorship Program with a $2,400.00 donation. “Union Pacific is proud to support the Salem Community Activities Center and its Center’s Room Sponsorship Program. Our company's mission extends beyond our railroad network and into enhancing quality of life in the communities we serve. Salem Community Activities Center helps achieve this mission by providing space for important local not-for-profits that build safe, vibrant and prosperous communities." said Adrian Guerrero, Union Pacific's director – Public Affairs. “We are so pleased that Union Pacific has agreed to continue their participation in our Room Sponsorship Program” said Trish Cripps, Executive Director at the Center. Cripps went on to say “ The Center’s Room Sponsorship Program

The Happy Hearts Quilt Guild out of Salem, Illinois received some exciting news this past week. Two of its members received awards at this year’s Marion County Fair. Featured is Jeanie McIntosh who received Grand Champion for her quilt, Heather and Clover. Also featured is Grand Champion Jeanie McIntosh Kim Gossett for her Reserve Champion Quilt, Allteirre. These quilts and many more will be displayed at the annual Quilt Show on October 14, hosted by the Happy Hearts Quilt Guild. This year in addition to seeing numerous quilts, the guild is also hosting a Vendor Fair. Many vendors and crafters will be repreReserve Champion Kim Gossett sented at the show this year: Submitted Photos These include: Craft vendors, wood product vendors, cabinetry vendors, book vendors, homemade and several fabric and Tupperware, Thirty One, soap, homemade candles, quilting vendors.

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Pictured (L to R): Tracey Garden, board member; Don Ruston, board member; Renaldo Smith, Director of Terminal Operations, Union Pacific Railroad; Carolyn Holsapple, board secretary; Jim Wheeler, board treasurer; and Trish Cripps, Center Executive Director. allows the Center to provide needed space to various not-for-profit entities such as the American Red Cross, Salem Ministerial Alliance Food Pantry and local Boy & Girl Scout troops. The space is provided at no cost to the organizations due to the support of local businesses who participate in the program. If there are any area businesses, civic organizations or individuals that would be interested in

supporting the center through the Room Sponsorship Program, they can contact me at 5486261.” The Salem Community Activities Center is a 501(c)3 Not for Profit organization founded in 1981. It continues to provide a place for social gatherings, meetings, wedding receptions, athletic events as well as various fundraising activities.

SPERO FAMILY SERVICES UPCOMING HOLIDAY EVENTS Mark your calendar now to make sure you don't miss these Spero Family Services holiday events. Visit www. sperofs. org/events for more information. 8th Annual Trick-orTrot 5K Run/Walk and Kids Monster Dash: Oct. 21, 2017, sponsored by Tony Wielt State Farm Insurance; $25 for adults and $10 for kids 12 and under. Register at www. sperofs. org/events.

10th Annual Festival of Trees: Sponsored by Crossroads Hospital, Held at the Granada Theater in Mt. Vernon, IL. Starts Thursday, Nov.r 16 with their Preview Party from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m. Public Viewing begins Friday, Nov. 17 – Sunday, Nov. 19. Walk through this forest of beautifully decorated trees! Silent Auction of trees begins Thursday evening and continues all weekend. Visit sperofs. org/events to

learn more. 12th Annual L ive Nativity: Friday, Dec. 1 at Spero Family Services, 2023 Richview Rd. in Mt. Vernon; 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. See the Christmas Story come to life! Enjoy s'mores, holiday music by local choirs, hot cocoa, cookies, a photo booth and more! This event is Spero's way of saying thank you to the community for all your support.

NHCS FAMILY FALL FESTIVAL The Ne w Hor izon Christian School will hold their Family Fall Festival from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. on Sept. 30. The school is located at 12 Greenview

Church Road in Centralia, IL. The event will feature a craft show, a car show, crazy good food, music & entertainment, pumpkin decorating, a scavenger hunt, a

mum and pumpkin sale, a kids area with $5 armbands, inflatables, and a straw maze, plus games and prizes.

HARLEM WIZARDS VS. AMY'S ANGELS BASKETBALL GAME A basketball game between the Harlem Wizards and Amy's Angels will be held on Oct. 21 at Centralia Jr. High School, 900 S. Pine St. in Centralia, IL. The event will be hosted by The Amy Center and will feature Marion County Fair Queen Emma Butler.

Game time is 2 p.m., doors open at 1 p.m. Cost of advance tickets is $8 for students, $10 for general admission. Tickets at the door are $10 for students, $12 for general admission. Reserved seats are $16. Courtside Plus is $25; only 30 will be sold. Tickets are

on sale at The Amy Center, 618-244-2100, or online at www.HarlemWizards.com. More information is available at Salem Vacuum, located at 2202 Broadway in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, or online at www.facebook. com/TheHarlemWizards.

REMEMBERING AMY SCHULZ "Remembering Amy Schulz 30 Years Later" will be held on September 30 at Kell Grade School. Come to the all-day family event in honor of Amy! A car show will be held from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m., with registration from 10 a.m to 12 p.m. The Salem Elks

Lodge will be catering pulled pork sandwiches, baked beans and cole slaw for $8.50 a plate from 4 to 7 p.m. Hand cranked ice cream will be sold from 5 to 8 p.m. Musical entertainment will be provided from 6 to 11 p.m. The event will also include a variety of

vendors from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs. All proceeds will be donated to The Amy Center. There is a $20 vendor fee. For more information please contact the Amy Center at 618-244-2100.

AMY CENTER GETAWAY DRAWING An Amy Center Getaway Drawing will be held on Oct. 1 for an all-inclusive three or four night stay for two people to any charter destination through Travel One. Airfare is included. Cost is $20.00 per ticket. Must be 21 to enter.

The drawing will be held during the Harlem Wizards Game at 2 p.m on Oct. 1 at Centralia Junior High School. Doors will open at 1 p.m. Only 500 tickets will be sold. Possible destinations include but are not limited

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REPUBLIC SERVICES TO COMMENCE WITH LEAF VACUUMING FOR FALL OF 2017 Republic Services will start the leaf vacuuming service for City residents of Centralia as of Monday, October 16, 2017. The vacuuming service will last for a period of 8 weeks ending on December 8, 2017. The service will follow routes as established in August 2012 (see website at www.cityofcentralia.org for map). The usual landscape waste and limbs will continue to be collected every week in approved paper bags. The following are simple rules that we ask each resident to follow to make the process as smooth as possible: 1. Please rake your leaves to within four (4) feet of the curb but DO NOT place leaves on the street or in the gutter as they will clog the

storm drains. This is typically the area between the sidewalk and the curb. 2. Please do not place leaves behind or near obstacles such as mailboxes, trees, hedges, fences, etc. If there are any obstacles preventing your leaves from being picked up, they will not be picked up. 3. Please avoid parking vehicles in front of piles of leaves on the day that they are to be collected. The vacuum trucks require a minimum of forty five (45) feet of curb access to safely operate. If a vehicle blocks access to the leaves, they will not be picked up. 4. Please do not mix trash, yard waste such as limbs, weeds, grass or any other material with the leaves. Yard waste mixed with leaves causes safety

concerns and equipment malfunction. These items should be placed in approved paper bags for weekly collection or bundled properly. Leaf collection will begin at 6:00 a.m. and will end by 6:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Leaves must be ready for vacuum by 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled day. If your leaves are not picked up on the regularly scheduled day (due to severe weather, equipment malfunction or a holiday) they will be picked up the following day or as soon as possible. Republic Services and the City of Centralia are committed to making this process successful and ensuring that a quality service is provided. If you have any concerns, feel free to call Republic Services,

REP. CAVALETTO SPONSORS JOB FAIR WITH IDES, KC, SCIGA AND WJBD RADIO L ast week, State R e pre s e nt at ive Joh n Cavaletto (R-Salem), announced that he is sponsoring a jobs fair for residents of the 107th District on Thursday, October 5, 2017. The event will take place at the Kaskaskia College Salem Education Center and will last from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. (The first hour will focus on veterans reintegrating back from military service and the second two hours will focus on the general public.) “I have been promoting economic development and jobs for our area for nine years and those companies

who are participating were invited because they have jobs to fill today,” said Rep. John Cavaletto. “It is exciting to have the active support from the Salem Economic Development Office, the South Central Illinois Growth Alliance ( S C IG A ) , Ka s k a s k i a College and WJBD-WSIQ Radio,” Cavaletto continued. There are both local and regional employers confirmed for the jobs fair: from employers like North American Lighting and Applebee’s in Salem to Schneider Trucking of Edwardsville, Pepsi and

Magnum Steel out of Mount Vernon, Aerotek Recruiting & Talent out of Indiana which hires for Toyota, and SSM Health that runs the Centralia and Mt. Vernon hospital campuses. “People looking for a first time job or those looking for a new job should come ready to interview with copies of their resumes,” added Cavaletto. “I’m told there are many jobs that need to be filled in our region and I want to help connect job seekers with job creators.”

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Making Your Mark for the Kingdom Mark Twain was one of the most colorful and gifted writers of the 19th century. A former riverboat pilot, he took his pen name, Mark Twain from the way boatmen would mark the depth of the river to avoid the shallows rife with sandbars and rocks. Mark Twain made his mark on American literature. Believers in Christ are called to make their mark for the kingdom of God. To make your mark apply these teachings of Jesus from the Gospel of Mark chapter 11 to your daily life. THE PRACTICE OF PRAISE. Jesus fulfilled prophecy when he sent two of his disciples into a village to borrow a donkey for Jesus to ride into Jerusalem in what is referred to as the Triumphal Entry. (Mark 11:1-10; Zechariah 9:9) When the throng of people saw Jesus riding into Jerusalem, they hailed him as king and strew their cloaks and palm branches before him as they shouted, “Hosanna to the Son of God.” As Jesus went into the temple,

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even children began crying out in praise to him. The Jewish leaders became indignant and told Jesus to forbid them. Jesus said, “Yes, have you never read, ‘out of the mouth of babes and nursing infants you have p e r f e c t e d p r a i s e .’” (Matthew 21:16; Psalm 8:2) Praising people make their mark for the kingdom of God. Praise gives glory to God, enables you to practice his presence, keeps you filled with the Holy Spirit and is a spiritual weapon against the enemy. (Psalm 100; 149; Ephesians 5:18-19) THE POWER OF FAITH. Men and women of faith make their mark for the kingdom of God. Before Jesus went into the temple he saw a fig tree. Expecting to eat some of its fruit, he saw that it was bare of figs and declared, “’Let no fruit grow on you ever again.’ Immediately the tree withered away.” (Mark 11:18-19) When the disciples saw what happened to the tree, they were amazed. But Jesus wanted to teach them a vital truth, “’Assuredly I say to you, if you have faith and do not doubt,

you will not only do what was done to the fig tree. But also if you say to this mountain, ‘Be removed and be cast into the sea’, it will be done. And whatsoever things you ask in prayer, believing you will receive.’” (Mark 11:22; Hebrews 11) Do you want to make your mark for the Kingdom of God? Have faith in God. (Mark 11:22) THE PRIVILEGE OF PRAYER. Jesus went into the temple and saw the money changers and merchants who were taking advantage of the worshippers. He made a whip, overturned the tables, and drove the scoundrels out. He taught them saying, “Is it not written, ‘My house shall be called a house of prayer for all nations. But you have made it a den of thieves.’” (Matthew 11:1517) The kingdom of God advances through the prayers of believers. The old hymn “What a Friend” says, “What a privilege it is to carry, everything to God in prayer.” Scripture teaches us the power of praying in the Spirit. (Ephesians 6:18; Romans 8:16-17; Jude 20) My six year old granddaughter will lay hands on people at church or anyplace and pray the prayer of faith for them. She is making her mark for the kingdom. But don’t forget this truth that I saw today on Facebook, “The purpose of prayer is not just to receive what you asked for, but to strengthen your relation-

ship with God.” When Jesus taught on prayer, he almost always included the necessity of forgiving others. “And whenever you stand praying, if you have anything against anyone, forgive him, that your Father in heaven may also forgive you your trespasses. But if you do not forgive neither will your Father in heaven forgive your trespasses.” (Mark 11:26) It is a privilege to be involved in the work of God and advancement of his kingdom through prayer. Daily practice these teachings from our Lord Jesus and you will make your mark for t he kingdom of God.

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ELMWOOD SPEAKS The City of Centralia in cooperation with the Cemetery and Parks Preservation Commission and the Centralia Cultural S ociety presented Elmwood Speaks, a historic tour of Elmwood Cemetery directed by Karen Crouse. The event ran Thursday, Sept. 14 through Sunday, Sept. 17. It was the seventh year of the tour with it selling completely out. Actors portrayed the ghosts of former residents as they told their stories of living in early Centralia. Pictured right are: (above) the first Mayor of Centralia, Matthew C. Kell, portrayed by Doug Hixson; Palace Marker Grocery owner, Georgia Manns (middle) portrayed by DeAna Manns; and entrepreneur/former Mayor Robert Rohl, portrayed by John Stuehmeier (bottom) to name a few of the stories told. For any questions or comments regarding information on future Elmwood Speaks or other events, please contact the Centralia Cultural Society at 618-532-2951.

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Historic Preservation Office, started nomination research. Intern Kara Pecoraro completed the nomination and presented it to the Illinois Historic Sites Advisory Council in June 2017. It was unanimously recommended to the National Register. After a review by the Keeper of the National Register within t he Nat iona l Park Service, Bryant Cottage was approved and listed on September 5, 2017.” Br yant Cottage becomes only the sixth place from Piatt County, Illinois listed on the register. It joins the Robert Allerton Estate, Monticello Courthouse Square Historic District, Nor th State Street Historic District, South Charter Street Historic District, and Voorhies

Castle. Bryant Cottage State Historic Site – managed by the Illinois Department of Natural Resources – is located at 146 E. Wilson Ave. in Bement, Illinois. Bryant Cottage was built in 1856. According to Bryant family tradition, on the evening of July 29, 1858, Stephen A. Douglas and Abraham Lincoln conferred in the parlor of the house to plan the famous Lincoln-Douglas Debates. During March through October, Bryant Cottage is open to visitors T hu r s d ay t h rou g h Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and is open T hu r s d ay t h rou g h Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 4 : 0 0 p. m . d u r i n g November through February.

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centralia humane society 1. Clarence is a six-year-old, male tabby. He is wonderful with kids and would love to have a family to play with! Clarence is neutered, litter box trained, microchipped, current on shots, and FIV positive. 2. Coco is a ten-year-old, female, long haired calico. She is very sweet and loves to be petted! She enjoys lying in your lap. Coco is spayed, litter box trained, microchipped, and current on shots. 3. Silvie is a seven-year-old, female Russian Blue. She is a sassy girl! She will let you know when she's had enough, but is still a very sweet girl. Silvie is spayed, litter box trained, microchipped, and current on shots. 4. Rocco is a six-year-old, male Chihuahua. He loves to play and be outside. Rocco would make a great family pet. He is neutered, potty trained, microchipped, and current on shots.

If you have any questions, please call the Centralia Humane Society at 618532-0489. PLEASE CALL 532-0489 OR VISIT WWW.CENTRALIAHUMANESOCIETY.ORG FOR MORE PETS AND INFORMATION.

The Shoppers Weekly Papers Centralia / Salem Area

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ARIES (March 21 to April 19) Your ideas earn you the respect of your colleagues. But you’ll have to present some hard facts and figures if you hope to persuade those who make the big decisions to support you. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Keep those bright Bull’s eyes focused on the project at hand. Avoid distractions. There’ll be lots of time for fun and games later. Expect to get welcome news this weekend. GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) You soon might have to decide about moving a relationship from its current status to another level. Don’t let anyone influence your decision. It must be yours and yours alone. CANCER (June 21 to July 22) You finally can get off that emotional roller coaster and get back to focusing on your goals without interruptions through the rest of the week. A nice change is due by the weekend. LEO (July 23 to August 22) Trying to make an impression on some people runs into a bit of a snag at first, but it all works out. An old and almost forgotten personal matter once again needs attention. VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A rise in your energy level helps you finish an especially demanding task. Take some time now to spend with family and friends before starting a new project. LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) This is a good time to re-establish

contact with trusted former associates who might be able to offer good advice regarding that career change you’ve been contemplating. SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) Your resourcefulness combined with a calm, cool approach help you work your way out of a knotty situation and avoid a potentially serious misunderstanding. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) A calm, quiet period allows you to recharge your energies. But you’ll soon be ready to saddle up and gallop off in pursuit of your goals. CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) Family matters need your attention. Check things out carefully. There still might be unresolved tensions that could hinder your efforts to repair damaged relationships. AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) It’s a good time to take a stand and show as much passion on your own behalf as you do when arguing for the rights of others. You might be happily surprised by the reaction. PISCES (February 19 to March 20) You bring sense and sensitivity to a confusing situation. Things soon settle down, leaving you free to enjoy a weekend of fun and relaxation with friends and family. BORN THIS WEEK: You have a talent for being able to perceive possibilities where others see only problems. © 2017 King Features Synd., Inc.

Wednesday, September 20, 2017

CAVALETTO WILL NOT SEEK RE-ELECTION AS STATE REPRESENTATIVE State Representative John Cavaletto (R-Salem) has announced that he will not seek re-election in the upcoming November 2018 election. The five-term Republican legislator is a retired educator and Illinois High S chool Association Athletic Directors Hall of Fame member. He was first sworn in as 107th District State Representative in January 2009. “I have been honored to serve the people of southern Illinois during this trying time in our State’s histor y,” Cavaletto said. “I’ve spent my time in Springfield fighting for conservative values. I’ve been a consistent supporter of prolife issues and I’ve worked hard to defend our 2nd Amendment rights. Conservative principles are constantly under attack in Springfield and I am very proud of my record of standing up for southern Illinois values.” Cavaletto says he first campaigned on the need for job growth and economic development. He argues some progress has been made, but more must be done to develop our natural resources and other opportunities in southern Illinois. “I come from a family of southern Illinois coal miners,” Cavaletto said. “I’ve always said we have to do more to grow jobs for our people down here, especially when it comes

to coal. From the very first time I ran in 2002, all the way up to now, I’ve said we need more good paying jobs in southern Illinois so our kids can raise their families here when they finish their education. Otherwise, we’ll never grow.” John Cavaletto was raised in Sesser, Illinois. He and his wife Connie were high school sweethearts and they worked together at summer camps for children with disabilities both at Giant City State Park and Little Grassy Lake Campground. He earned his Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees from SIU and spent 38 years as a teacher, coach, and principal at Breese Mater Dei and Salem Community High School, where he retired in 2001. As State Representative, he served four years on the House Elementar y and S e c o n d a r y E d u c at i o n Committee. He was also a pr i or me mb e r of t he Agriculture and Conservation Committee and earned the Illinois Farm Bureau’s “Friend of Agriculture” award in his first four terms in office. Cavaletto currently serves on the House Fire and Emergency Services Committee and was previously named “Legislator of the Year” by the Illinois Association of Fire Protection Districts. “My time in the Illinois House has been a humbling

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and rewarding experience,” Cavaletto added. “Two of the laws that I’m proud of are the one to reduce the number of days from 18 down to 9 to trigger the truancy process to try to save kids from flunking out of school and the legislation to allow IDES to cross check unemployment recipients to cut back on the fraud from people in prison and out of state. At the end of my term, I hope to spend more time at home with my wife and my family, and stay involved with the Route 50 Coalition to upgrade the transportation in our area for economic growth. I want to say a very sincere ‘Thank You’ to the people of southern Illinois for the trust and faith they have placed in me during my years as their State Representative.”

Wednesday, September 20, 2017

INDEX

the shoppers

Legals Antiques Arts & Crafts Announcements Adoptions Auctions Business & Services Computers & Services Financial Services

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WEEKLY PAPERS CLASSIFIEDS

103

Announcements

Paul E. Ferguson, 93, recovering from a light stroke, has been in Fireside Nursing Home taking therapy for 25 days. He is now discharged and resides at his sister's residence: LaDonne Thompson, 333 S. Hickory in Centralia. Friends and relatives may visit him there from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. seven days a week. Please come to the rear patio door. 10-4

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

401

Construction & Home Improvement

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

775-6283

404

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Lawn & Garden

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

Maco Elevator

418 N. Oak • Centralia TFN 532-6779

404

Lawn & Garden

MUMS ARE READY!

You dig $2.50 ea., potted $4.50 ea. Many different varieties. From Mt. Vernon, take 142 south to Opdyke. Turn right on Lighthouse Ln. Follow signs. Closed Sundays. 10-11

Houses For Sale

TFN

WADDELL'S WASH

618-267-0883

Houses, Equipment, Concrete, Decks, Patios, Hog Barns 10-11

BUILT-MOR BUILDINGS 24x40-$8,835 30x50-$12,873 40x60-$19,472 50x70-$28,806 732-8704 or 237-0792

30 Years In Area www.builtmorbuildings.com

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Lusch Excavating & Sanitation Install • Pump Service Aerators & Septic Tanks

548-2637

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302 Auto & Trucks For Sale FOR SALE: 2002 Chrysler Sebring, asking $1,200, runs good but has "some" problems. Call 618-249-8155 10-4

401

FOR SALE: All brick 3BR, 3½ BA, on 10 acres, at 816 Greenview road, Centralia. Call 618-532-5515. 9-20

503 Apartments For Rent

Erected, Choice Of Colors

Construction & Home Improvement

Rehabs • Electrical Plumbing • Roofing Concrete • Flatwork Over 30 Years Experience

618-780-9551 618-432-5479

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FOR SALE: Two adjacent lots on corner north of Irvington on West side of Rt. 51. Asking $9,000 but owner motivated to sell. Call 618-322-6757 for 10-4 details.

602 Furniture & Appliances FOR SALE: Smith Bros. couch & loveseat has colors hunter green, burgundy & beige plaid with oak trim, exc. cond., $400; solid oak TV cabinet w/doors $200. 618-214-2443 9-27

"This institution is an equal opportunity provider"

Our Classifieds Get Results!

204 205 206 207 208 301 302 303 304 305 306

Wanted To Buy

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

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

508 509 602 603 605 606 701 702 801 802 803 805

Find What You've Been Looking For!

DIABETIC TEST STRIPS WANTED

Unexpired-Any Type-Any Brand. Will Pay Up To $10/Box. Call Ron 217-556-3398 Please Leave Callback Number

To Place Your Ad

Call Peggy 618-533-7283

"Helping Diabetics Since 2009"

10-4

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NEED CASH?

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

401 404 500 501 502 503 504 505 506 507

Wanted To Buy

802

We Pay Top Dollar!

533-9012

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

non-business classified

COUPON

CALL ME:

618-367-2469 TFN

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

SALE:

9-20

Wanting Servers!

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WEEKLY PAPERS CLASSIFIEDS

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9-20

starting pay

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$IGN-ON!! Great Home Time. Round Trips, Dedicated lanes. Delphos, OH-N. KCMO 100% FS.

855-398-6685 x123 9-27

Driver-Owner Operators: Sign-on Bonus! Great Pay! Dedicated Routes! Plate Program! Fuel discounts. CDL-A, 12mo exp. Tabitha:

844-849-1048 x4 9-27

Donate Your Car to Veterans Today! Help and Support our Veterans. Fast - FREE pick up. 100% tax deductible. Call 1-800245-0398

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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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Education

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AIRLINE MECHANIC TRAINING - Get FAA certification to work for airlines. Financial Aid if qualified. Job placement assistance. Housing assistance. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance 888686-1704

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Drivers:

Home DAILY! NO-touch Freight! Gross $1000-1200/wk! w/overnite. 1yr exp, CDL-A req.

877-349-6069

Auto Donations

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1400 per hour

10-4

25 DRIVER TRAINEES NEEDED NOW! Earn $1000 per week! Paid CDL Training! STEVENS TRANSPORT COVERS ALL COSTS! 1-877209-1309 drive4stevens.com

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• 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

Financial

Miscellaneous

Do You Owe $10K+ in IRS Tax Debt?? Take 60 seconds for a FREE Consultation to end IRS collections. Not Valid in MN, WV & ND Call NOW 1-800214-1903

Lung Cancer? And 60+ Years Old? If So, You And Your Family May Be Entitled To A Significant Cash Award. Call 877-648-6308 To Learn More. No Risk. No Money Out Of Pocket.

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Construction Workers Needed

1500

Only

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Drivers-OwnerOps:

Accessible Units Also Available

802

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 10-18

1 & 2 Bedroom APTS. Available For Immediate Occupancy

CALL JACKIE (618) 545-0219

Situation Wanted

Locations To Serve You!

Maplewood Estates CENTRALIA, IL!

Completely remodeled All new appliances Central Air & Heat Laundry On-Site Off street parking Rent based on your income

702

100 101 102 103 104 200 201 202 203

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

Help Wanted

701

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

9-20

LOGSDON CONSTRUCTION & HOME REPAIR

Lots & Acreage

507

FOR SALE: John Deere tractor with 60" mower. Mower has 911 hours. Call 618-545-0319 9-27

501

The Shoppers Weekly Papers Centralia / Salem Area

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Health & Fitness

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VIAGRA 100MG and CIALIS 20mg! 50 Pills + 10 FREE. SPECIAL $99.00 100% guaranteed. FREE Shipping! 24/7 CALL: 1-888-868-9758 Hablamos Espanol.

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Health / Medical

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VIAGRA & CIALIS! 60 pills for $99. 100 pills for $150 FREE shipping. NO prescriptions needed. Money back guaranteed! 1-888-278-6168 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

DENTAL INSURANCE. Call Physicians Mutual Insurance Company for details. NOT just a discount plan, REAL coverage for 350 procedures. 888-623-3036 or http://www.dental50plus.com/58 Ad# 6118 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

OXYGEN - Anytime. Anywhere. No tanks to refill. No deliveries. The All-New Inogen One G4 is only 2.8 pounds! FAA approved! FREE info kit: 844-558-7482

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CUSTOMER ALERT

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SENIOR LIVING referral service, A PLACE FOR MOM. The nation's largest FREE, no obligation senior living referral service. Contact our trusted local experts today! 1-800-217-3942 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2000 and Newer. Nation’s Top Car Buyer! Free Towing From Anywhere! Call Now: 1-800-864-5960. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

CASH PAID for unexpired, sealed DIABETIC TEST STRIPS! 1 DAY PAYMENT & PREPAID shipping. HIGHEST PRICES! Call 1-888-776-7771. www. Cash4DiabeticSupplies.com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Social Security Disability? Up to $2,671/mo. (Based on paid-in amount.) FREE evaluation! Call Bill Gordon & Associates. 1- 855376-6502. Mail: 2420 N St NW, Washington DC. Office: Broward Co. FL., member TX/NM Bar. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Dish Network-Satellite Television Services. Now Over 190 channels for ONLY $49.99/mo! HBO-FREE for one year, FREE Installation, FREE Streaming, FREE HD. Add Internet for $14.95 a month. 1800718-1593 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

NEW AUTHORS WANTED! Page Publishing will help you self-publish your own book. FREE author submission kit! Limited offer! Why wait? Call now: 866-951-7214

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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 (19721975), S1-250, S2-350, S3-400, KH250, KH400, SUZUKI-GS400, GT380, HONDA-CB750K (1969-1976), CBX1000 (1979,80) CASH!! 1-800-772-1142 1-310721-0726 usa@classicrunners. com ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Travel

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ALL INCLUSIVE RESORT packages at Sandals, Dreams, Secrets, Riu, Barcelo, Occidental and many more. Punta Cana, Mexico, Jamaica and many of the Caribbean islands. Search available options for 2017/2018 at www.NCPtravel.com or call 877-270-7260.

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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.

The Shoppers Weekly Papers Centralia / Salem Area

Find What You've Been Looking For!

OUR AREA

To Place Your Ad Call Peggy

Businesses

618-533-7283

CADNET

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Autos Wanted

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CARS/TRUCKS WANTED!!! All Makes/Models 2000-2016! Any Condition. Running or Not. Top $$$ Paid! Free Towing! We're Nationwide! Call Now: 1-888-985-1806 –––––––––––––––––––––––––

GOT AN OLDER CAR, VAN OR SUV? Do the humane thing. Donate it to the Humane Society. Call 1-855-558-3509 –––––––––––––––––––––––––

Employment

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Make $1,000 Weekly!Paid in Advance! Mailing Brochures at Home. Easy Pleasant work. Begin Immediately. Age Unimportant. www.HomeBucks.US $$$$$! $1,000'S Weekly! Processing Mail! Send SASE: LISTS/CAD, Springhouse, PA 19477-0396

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 1-844-722-7993

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Prescription medications for up to 85% off retail prices! STOP paying so much! $15 Off for First Time Customers. FREE Shipping. Price Match Guarantee. CALL for FREE Quote: 1-877-627-7239 or visit MailMedsplus.net/discount –––––––––––––––––––––––––

LIFELOCK Identity Theft Protection. Do not Wait! Start Guarding Your Identity Today. 3 layers of protection. Detect, Alert, Restore. Receive 10% off. Call for Details 1-855-399-2089

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Lung Cancer? And Age 60+? You And Your Family May Be Entitled To Significant Cash Award. Call 866-428-1639 for Information. No Risk. No Money Out Of Pocket.

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Wanted to Buy

Miscellaneous

Attention Viagra users: Generic 100 mg blue pills or Generic 20 mg yellow pills. Get 45 plus 5 free $99 + S/H. Guaranteed, no prescription necessary. Call 844-848-7463

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Become a published author! Publications sold at all major secular & specialty Christian bookstores. CALL Christian Faith Publishing for your FREE author submission kit. 1-855-548-5979

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HughesNet: Gen4 satellite internet is ultra fast and secure. Plans as low as $39.99 in select areas. Call 1-855-440-4911 now to get a $50 Gift Card!

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Social Security Disability? Up to $2,671/mo. (Based on paid-in amount.) FREE evaluation! Call Bill Gordon & Associates. 1-855-498-6323. Mail: 2420 N St NW, Washington DC. Office: Broward Co. FL., member TX/ NM Bar.

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Announcements

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GILBERT'S SALE YARD REC & GUN CONSIGNMENT SALE, OCT. 14, 9:00 A.M. Need gun permits to buy before sale. Advertising deadline is Sept. 29, 641-398-2218, Hwy, 218, Floyd, IA, www.gilbertsaleyard.com (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Automobiles

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DONATE YOUR CAR TO CHARITY. Receive maximum value of write off for your taxes. Running or not! All conditions accepted. Free pickup. Call for details. 855-752-6680 (MCN)

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DONATE YOUR CAR, TRUCK OR BOAT TO HERITAGE FOR THE BLIND. Free 3 Day Vacation, Tax Deductible, Free Towing, All Paperwork Taken Care Of. 1-800-283-0205 (MCN)

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CASH FOR CARS: We Buy Any Condition Vehicle, 2002 and Newer. Competitive Offer! Nationwide FREE Pick Up! Call Now For a Free Quote! 888-366-5659! (MCN)

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Cable/Internet

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Spectrum Triple Play: TV, Internet & Voice for $29.99 ea. 60 MB per second speed. No contract or commitment. We buy your existing contract up to $500! 1-800-919-3588 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Wednesday, September 20, 2017

BUSINESS & SERVICES

COIN SHOPS

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Your Ad Would Get Noticed Here!

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WE BUY & SELL! 9-27

BE INCLUDED IN OUR BUSINESS DIRECTORY! GET THE SPECIAL RATE!

$18.00 Per Week (For A Limited Time). No Minimum To Buy. Call Peggy: 618-533-7283!

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

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

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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. –––––––––––––––––––––––––

Our Classifieds Really Get Great Results!

ADVERTISE YOUR JOB OPENING HERE REACH 23,000 Homes In 4 Counties With One Ad Buy

Plus Your Ad Goes On Our Website Absolutely Free For 7 Days! Contact Peggy Phone: 618-533-7283 • Fax: 618-533-7284 Email: info@theshoppersweekly.com Web: www.theshoppersweekly.com

Cable/Internet

Financial

Exede satellite internet. Affordable, high speed broadband satellite internet anywhere in the U.S. Order now and save $100. Plans start at $39.99/month. Call 1-800-712-9365 (MCN)

SAVE on internet and TV bundles! Order the best exclusive cable and satellite deals in your area! If eligible, get up to $300 in Visa Gift Cards. CALL NOW! 1-800-925-0146 (MCN)

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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Cut the Cable! CALL DIRECTV. Bundle & Save! Over 145 Channels PLUS Genie HD-DVR. $50/month for 2 Years (with AT&T Wireless.) Call for Other Great Offers! Call 1-800-203-4378 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

SWITCH TO DIRECTV. From $50/Month, includes FREE Genie HD/DVR # 3 months HBO, SHOWTIME, CINEMAX, STARZ. Get a $50 Gift Card. Call 877-894-5275 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Change the way you watch TV- Get rid of cable and get DIRECTV! You may also qualify to receive $100 VISA gift card when you sign up today - Limited time Only. CALL NOW! 844-359-1203 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Stop paying too much for cable, and get DISH today. Call 855-589-1962 to learn more about our special offers! (MCN)

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DISH NETWORK. TV for Less, Not Less TV! FREE DVR. FREE Install (up to 6 rooms.) $49.99/mo. PLUS Hi-Speed Internet - $14.95/ mo (where available.). Call 1-855-434-0020 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

“DIRECTV-$50/month, 4 receivers, 3 months of HBO/ Showtime/Cinemax & Starz free. *AT&T wireless customers eligible for $25/month bill credits. *Free NFL Sunday Ticket on select packages. 800-966-2429”. (MCN)

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Employment/Help Wanted

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TRUCK DRIVER NEEDED for growing company. Good pay and benefits. Driver friendly. Great equipment. No touch freight. Experience with Class A license required. North Central Regional. Call 800-533-0564 ext.205 www.MCFGTL.com (MCN)

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> MAKE $1,000 WEEKLY! Paid in advance! Mailing Brochures at Home! Easy pleasant work. Begin Immediately! Age unimportant! WWW.HomeBucks.US ###### Earn $1,000's Processing Mail! Details: Rush SASE: LISTS/ IA, Springhouse, PA 19477-0396 *********$1,000'S Weekly! Mailing Postcards!: www.cardmoney123. com (MCN)

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PAID IN ADVANCE! Make $1000 A Week Mailing Brochures From Home! No Experience Required. Helping home workers since 2001! Genuine Opportunity. Start Immediately! www.MailingBucks. com (MCN)

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Financial

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Do You Owe The IRS $10K or more? You May qualify for Relief today! Español Available, Free consultation. Not Valid in MN, ND. M-T 8-8pm, F- 8-6pm, Sat 9-5pm CST Call NOW 1-800-511-2181 (MCN)

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STUDENT LOAN PAYMENTS got you down? We can help reduce payments and get finances under control, call: 866-871-1626 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Reduce your total credit card payments by up to 30% to 50%! Call Consolidated Credit NOW! 844-764-1891 (MCN)

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Buying a home and need a mortgage? Or, have a home and want to lower your monthly fees and refinance? Getting a mortgage is quicker and easier than ever. Call now! 855-715-4721 (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

For Sale

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Trailer Sale! New 6'X12' V-nose, rampdoor cargo $2,775.00: New 7'X16' V-nose rampdoor cargo $4,399.00; DUMP trailers $2,989.0 and up!, 2-Place enclosed snowmobile trailers; 4-place open snowmobile trailers; Scissor lift tilt beds; Horse & livestock trailers coming soon! 515-972-4554 www.FortDodgeTrailerWorld.com (MCN) ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––

Health & Medical

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LIVING WITH KNEE OR BACK PAIN? Medicare recipients may qualify to receive a pain relieving brace at little or no cost. Call now! 844-668-4578 (MCN)

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IT'S TIME TO HAVE A

GARAGE SALE! Think Of All Your Clutter Gone. Think Of All The Extra Space You'll Have. Think Of All The Extra Money You Can Make.

SPEND ONLY $7.50 ON YOUR AD!! (25 words or less)

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