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XPRESSButler, Bates County

Missouri 64730

81¢February 25, 2011

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Vol. 41No. 08

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Maybe some in Congressare fi nally getting it editorial page 13

PEOPLE IN THE NEWS

Candidates,issues in

April elections

R-5 parental survey neededfor Safe Route to School grantButler R-5 District Superintendent Alan Stauf-

facher calls attention to a survey sent home with students in connection with a Safe Roads to School Grant, which Stauffacher stresses MUST be filled out and returned immediately.

The City of Butler and R-5 schools are working jointly on the grant, the maximum of which totals $250,000 that would be awarded to winning propos-als for providing safer conditions for students to use while en route to school.

Says Stauffacher, “In order to qualify for this grant we must find out from parents of students in grades kindergarten to 8th grades how many students walk or ride bikes to schools.” Targeted areas include side-walks and crossings on High street, Fulton street and Nursery street.

“Please take the time to fill out a survey for each child in your household,” Staffacher says. “We need an estimated $80% completion rate from the students in our school.”

County Clerk’s Offi ce

SCHOOLSchool Directors

(three candidates each for three year terms)

MIAMI R-1Alan NiederMary LimpusAaron N. MullerChristine CumptonBobby YanonisAmy J. TalleyKim HuebertVickie PopplewellTracy L. EwbankRichie Powell

BALLARD R-2Tina L. OerkeRobert Wayne KagariceDan CopelandKent Page

ADRIAN R-3David KnuthSteve L. LewisTom UnderwoodTim Lovejoy

RICH HILL R-4Charles KelloggLisa SumnerTracy BoschBill “Billy Joe” ThompsonRichard KithcartShawn BeckenridgeJohn Hammett

Bond ElectionShall the Board of Educa-tion, without an estimated increase in the current debt service property tax levy, borrow one million dollars for the purpose of providing funds for the construction, equipping and furnishing of additional classrooms at the elementary and high school buildings, a multi-purpose center and to com-plete other remodeling and repair improvements to the

existing facilities of the district, and issue bonds for the payment thereof ? If this proposition is ap-proved, the adjusted ser-vice levy of the school dis-trict is estimated to remain unchanged at $1.00 per one hundred dollars of as-sessed valuaion of real and personal property. Yes No

BUTLER R-5Phillis DudaMatt GoforthMichael HillLarry T. AndersonDarin WainscottBrad Davis

HUME R-8Lesa BerryStacey SwickhamerA.J. ArbogastKristy Brooks

HUDSON R-9Tim BartzBeth Fischer....................................

DREXEL R-4Ronnie JacobsBrenda HadleyBrad LancasterChuck Martin

MUNICIPALCITY OF ADRIAN

North WardAlderman (for for one)

Richard CorumMike Lemon

South Ward AldermanSue Miller

CITY OF AMORETNorth Ward Alderman

Jesse ShortSouth Ward Alderman

Angela CookCity Tax Collector

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Ouch! Nowhere to go but UPSigns of the troubled times, both the turmoil in the Mideast and the oppressive economic problems elsewhere Gasoline prices locally hit the $3 range this week in line with the rise of 3.8 cents per gallon the past week. This compared to the national average that has increased 4.1 cents per gallon in the last week to $3.16/g, ac-cording to gasoline website MissouriGasPrices.com. The national average has increased 6.9 cents per gallon during the last month and stands at 51.5 cents per gallon higher than (as of Feb. 21) one year ago.

UNLUCKYSEVEN

Former funeral homeowner gets maximum sentence for stealingfrom pre-need clients

The News XpressAt his court appearance last Nov. 16, former funer-

al director Thomas E. Brandtonies Jr. pleaded guilty to six felony counts of stealing and unlawful mer-chandising practices in regard to selling pre-need fu-neral plans at Brandtonies Funeral Home in Butler.

The high profile case involved prosecution by the

Brandtonies

State Attorney General Office which de-manded Brandtonies must pay at least par-tial restitution to some 25 defrauded clients that totaled $123,873.75 by sentencing date Tuesday of this week.

It was stipulated the amount of restitution paid by Feb. 22 would determine the length of prison time that must be served. He was advised the worst case scenario would be—no money—as many as seven years in pris-on.

Before a near capacity courtroom crowd Tuesday afternoon Brandtonies, 34, advised

he had not come up with any of the $123,000-plus, which led to Judge James K. Journey sentencing him to the maximum time behind bars in the Mis-souri Department of Corrections: Seven years on each count, to run concurrently.

Brandtonies was accompanied by his legal coun-sel Daniel O. Herrington of Kansas City. Represent-

ing the state was Stewart M. Freilich.It was a highly emotional 90-minute ses-

sion that included written and verbal testi-monies on both sides of the question.

Public Administrator Sharon Cumpton emphasized the hardships to some of her low-income clients created by Brandtonies’ crime were severe. “He stole from them,” she said.

Conversely, Herrington quoted from a let-ter submitted by Harriet Edwards who said,

•SEEPAGE 3

Kelli Schapeler

Schapeler takes reins of ChamberThe News Xpress

March traditionally ushers in the new year for the Butler Chamber of Commerce and all is in place for the smooth tran-sition.

Stepping into the presi-dency is Kelli Schapeler, a five-year member of the organization who previ-ously has served as secre-

tary/treasurer, four year board member and pres-ident-elect. She succeeds Andy Minor.

Schapeler proudly lays claim to being a farm wife for 32 years and partners with her husband Don-ald in the operation of Schapeler Farms. She also is employed by Bates County Farm Bureau as •SEE PAGE 3

production assistant to insurance agent Gwaine Arney.

Born at Nevada, Mo., Schapeler has been a resident of Bates County 32 years. The Schapel-ers have three daughters, Amelia Murphy, Katrina Rich and Rachel Dicker-

C leaning your house while your kids

are still growing is like shoveling the walk be-fore it stops snowing.

—Phyillis Diller

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Views from the past...

n EDITOR’S NOTE: Feedback from our readers indicates the “Views From the Past” is one of the most popular features in the news-Xpress. Again let us emphasize that we solicit photos of events and places in the Bates County area from years gone by. If you have photos of this type from the Bates County area from years gone by that are in reasonably good quality for reproduction, please let us know. Thank you.

TOWNHOUSES FOR LEASEThe Fetters Available Now

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Extra large garage w/door openerSome Appliances Furnished

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Chili at Miami school Miami R-1 Project Prom chili supper Friday, Feb. 25 beginning at 5. Chili, dessert and drink $5. Miami basketball parents’ night.

Rockville fellowship The Men’s Ministry of the Rockville United Meth-odist Church will host its monthly fellowship on Sat-urday, Feb. 26 at 6 p.m. with a meal and special guest from the Bates County Habitat for Humanity. Please feel free to join them at 109 Osage in Rockville.

AgrAbility workshop On My Own will be hosting an AgrAbility Work-shop March 9 from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. at On My Own, 428 Highland, Nevada, Mo. The AgrAbility project was created to assist people with disabilities employed in agriculture. Local farmers of all ages are encour-aged to attend along with anyone with an interest in agriculture. Presenters from University of Missouri Extension Office, the Arthritis Foundation, the Farm Service agency and several other agencies will be on hand. The AgrAbility Project assists people involved in agriculture who work both on small and large oper-ations. Please join the group for an informative work-shop and see what AgrAbility can do for you. Register for this free workshop by calling On MY Own at 417-667-7007.

Annual concert approaches Plans are underway for the 10th annual “Celebra-tion of Church Music” to be held on Sunday, March 27 at 3 p.m. at the First Christian Church in Butler. The concert, a benefit for the Community Food Pan-try of Butler, features musicians from area churches. A community choir is preparing four numbers. All lo-cal churches are invited to participate. For more infor-mation call Larry Haney at 679-3407.

Yesterday’sKids n Louise Bisby

Tough and still afloat

The deep snow and cold weather have slowed us down a bit this winter but we have remained tough and still afloat. Doris Dickinson and her music with the piano

has made the Center feel so much warmer at lunch time on Tuesdays. Irene Holt sings a beautiful song and entertains during lunch time on Thursdays. The stringed instrument band will resume music on the first and third Tuesdays of each month

The circuit breaker tax person works every Wednesday from 9:30 to 11:30 until the last of March helping senior with taxes. If you need help with your taxes, you might like to call and make an appointment. This is a free service to seniors.

The ones delivering home bound meals have worked hard to see that our home bound seniors have their daily meals delivered to them. Some of these workers are volun-teers and are very much appreciated especially during the cold weather. We have volunteers who work inside also. If you would like some activity that would give you an op-portunity to get out of the house and associate with friendly people, you might like to visit us to see if this would be something you would enjoy doing. Volunteering to be of help in your community could prove to be very reward-ing.

We are also in need of some rustic old barn siding lum-ber. We need enough to make a plaque 4’ x 2’. If you have a board on your barn that the wind has been blowing until it keeps you awake at night, you might like to pull it off and bring it to the Senior Center to be put to better use.

We are planning another country breakfast on March 5 from 7 to 10 a.m. We will be serving an Irish stew supper March 17 beginning at 5 p.m. Donations for these events will be used to help support your Senior Center.

The Kerns Senior Center in Rich Hill hosts an exciting game of bingo after lunch every Thursday. The tax Circuit Breaker will be there Feb. 18 to help seniors with their tax-es. The Senior Center in Adrian has blood pressure checks every Thursday.

It is a great advantage to the Senior Center and our com-munity that our local News Xpress paper gives us the privi-lege of having these articles printed. If you appreciate this service, it would be nice to give them a thank you call. If you haven’t subscribed to the paper yet, I am sure it would be worth more than the cost of it to see how excited you would be to take if from your mail box each Friday to read. A subscription to the paper would be a very special gift also, for someone on your list who has most everything else. The News Xpress does an exceptionally good job of keeping us informed of local news and events.

Quotes from yesterday’s kidsGunny Sack memories

The winter of 1939 seemed to be a very cold winter to a 4th grade girl. There was lots of snow. Our family of two brothers and three sisters lived back in the tim-

bers. We walked 1 3/4 miles over to the gravel road where we waited at a neighbor’s house for the school bus. None of us had overshoes or rubbers as we called them back then. Dad would wrap our feet with gunny sacks (burlap bags) to help keep the snow out of our shoes.

The First Baptist Church had come to our house ear-lier in the Fall and brought boxes of clothing. We were so thankful for them. There were two coats that would fit my sister and I. One was a winter coat that came almost to our ankles and the other was a thin spring coat. After we had crossed the creek that was covered with ice underneath the fallen snow, we walked through a snow covered wheat field. My how we could feel every hole in our shoes. The gunny sacks were some protection but very difficult to walk with.

Nancy would wear the winter coat for about1/4 mile and I would wear the spring coat. After another quarter of mile or so we would trade coats so we could take turns keeping

warm. That spring coat seemed very thin. One day near Christmas time, Nancy was carrying a beautiful glass bowl mother had taken from our cabinet and wrapped in plain paper. It was to be placed under the big Christmas tree we had in the front of our school room. It was for our school teacher. Nancy stumbled wearing the clumsy gunny sacks and the bowl fell into the snow. It didn’t break though, it did get covered with snow.

Our two older brothers would take off at a run to keep warm. They didn’t like wearing the gunny sacks. They slowed them down too much, but they knew they had to bring those sacks home with them that evening or hear from Dad. Those were the same sacks Dad wore when he went hunting or jack rabbits.

When we arrived at the neighbor’s house next to the gravel road, they always let us come in to wait for the school bus and get warm. The school bus was like a panel truck with a window in the back, and no windows in the sides. The sides were lined with home made benches. We would sing songs as we traveled down the road in it. Most of the songs we had learned while listening to the Grand Ole Opry like Roy Acuff’s “listen to the jingle, the rumble and the roar, as she glides along the woodlands through the hills and by the shore. Hear the mighty rush of the engine hear the lonesome hobo’s call. He’s traveling through the jungle on the Wabash Cannon Ball.” Tommy always felt disappointed if he wasn’t elected to shout the train whis-tle.

Bird’s eye viewHistorical Happenings columnist Eddie Herrman scaled the water tower near the square to take this dramatic view looking southwest. Time frame was the late 70s or early 80s. Story has it an employee of the City stood by but when Herrman reached the top of the tower the employee couldn’t take it anymore and left the scene in haste.

Five initiative petitions approvedfor circulation for 2010 ballot

Jefferson City • Secretary of State Robin Carnahan an-nounced that one initiative petition relating to early vot-ing, two initiative petitions relating to early voting and election procedures, and two initiative petitions relating to the Missouri House of Representatives met state standards for circulation.

The ballot title for the petition relating to early voting reads:

Shall Missouri law be amended to expand options for voters by allowing them to cast ballots in person prior to federal general elections without the current absentee bal-lot excuse requirement?

It is estimated state government entities would reim-burse election authorities for incurred costs of at least $974,016 in fiscal year 2015 (one-time costs of $676,800 and on-going costs for each federal election of $297,216). Those costs may be higher depending on the compensa-tion, staffing and planning decisions of affected election authorities.

The ballot titles for both petitions relating to early vot-ing and election procedures read:

Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to allow early voting prior to federal general elections and include certain procedures relating to voter identification affida-vits, voting address updates, and provisional ballots?

It is estimated state government entities would incur un-known potential costs and local governments would incur costs of at least $1,256,256 (one-time costs of $676,800 and on-going costs for each federal election of $579,456). Those costs may fluctuate depending on the compensa-tion, staffing and planning decisions of election authori-ties.

The petition related to early voting, which would amend Chapter 115 of the Missouri Revised Statutes, and the petitions relating to early voting and election proce-dures, which would amend Article VIII of the Missouri Constitution, were submitted by Mr. Matt Cologna, 2923 S. Chantilly Lane, Springfield, MO 65804, 573-424-7382.

The ballot titles for both petitions relating to the Mis-souri House of Representatives read:

Shall the Missouri Constitution be amended to reduce the number of members and districts of the Missouri House of Representatives from 163 to 103 beginning with the 2023 General Assembly?

Annual estimated savings to state government would be at least $4.7 million. No fiscal impact is expected for local governments.

The petitions relating to the Missouri House of Repre-

sentatives, which would amend Article III of the Missouri Constitution, were submitted by Mr. Russell C. Purvis, 10104 N. Helena Ave., Kansas City, Mo., 64154, 816-769-4559.

Before any constitutional changes can be brought before Missouri voters in the November 2012 election, signatures must be obtained from registered voters equal to eight (8) percent of the total votes cast in the 2008 governor’s elec-tion from six of the state’s nine congressional districts. For statutory changes, signatures must be obtained from regis-tered voters equal to five (5) percent of the total votes cast in the 2008 governor’s election from six of the state’s nine congressional districts.

Signatures on behalf of all initiative petitions for the 2012 ballot are due to the Secretary of State’s office by no later than 5 p.m. on May 6, 2012.

Before circulating petitions, state law requires that groups must first have the form of their petition approved by the Secretary of State and Attorney General. The Sec-retary of State then prepares a summary statement of no more than 100 words and the State Auditor prepares a fis-cal impact statement, both of which are subject to the ap-proval of the Attorney General. When both statements are approved, they become the official ballot title.

Butler PD activity reportFebruary 15

Officers took a forged check report in the 400 block of East Oak. Charges are pending.

February 16Officers made a traffic stop at Fort Scott and Austin. Dur-

ing the stop it was determined the driver was suspended and was arrested.

Officers made a traffic stop at Casey’s on Business 71. During the stop a male passenger became aggressive toward the officers and began yelling and making threats. The sub-ject was arrested and transported to the Bates County Jail.

February 17Officers responded to the Boy Scout park on a disturbance

call. Upon arrival officers were informed that a male subject had made threats and pulled a knife on several juveniles. The subject was located and arrested.

Officers along with animal control responded to the 100 block of West Park on a dog bite. Officers were informed that a juvenile had been bitten by a loose dog. The owner was is-sued a summons for allowing the dog to run loose.

Officers worked a two vehicle accident in the Dollar Store parking lot.

February 18Officers and animal control picked up two dogs running

loose and issued the owner a summons.Officers worked a two vehicle accident at Mill and High

street. February 20

Officers responded to the 300 block of West Ohio on a do-mestic call. One male subject was arrested and transported to the Bates County Jail.

Officers took a walk in report of a hit and run accident in the Walmart parking lot.

Officers responded to the 300 block of West Fort Scott on a domestic call. One male subject was arrested and charged.

February 21Officers responded to the area of Gregory and Lee Street

area on the report of door to door sales. A male subject was located and issued a summons for no business license.

Officers took a theft report in the 1000 block of West Fort Scott. Charges are pending.

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REAL ESTATE PARTITION AUCTIONby the

Sheriff of Bates County Missouri� e following real estate, belonging to the daughters

of Floyd Reynolds Klinksick, will be sold by order of the Circuit Court of Bates County Missouri on March 21, 2011 at 1:30 p.m.

TRACT 1: W1/2 NE1/4 SE 1/4 AND ALL THAT PART OF THE W1/2 NE1/4 LYING SOUTH AND EAST OF THE MIDDLE OF THE MARAIS DES CYGNES RIVER, ALL IN SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 38, OF RANGE THIRTY (30), BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI. (Approximately 85 acres, located 1mile East of Papinville)

TRACT 2: NW 1/4 NE1/4 OF SECTION 23, EXCEPT THE WEST 125 FEET THEREOF, AND THE E1/2 NE1/4, TOWNSHIP 38, RANGE 30, BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI (approximately 115 acres located 1mile east of Papinville)(� e legal descriptions of tract I and II have been

condensed for clarity. � e actual legal description is set forth in the offi cial notice of sale)

A title insurance commitment shall be provided for inspection prior to the sale. Conditions of sale subject to change and announcements the day of the sale. Sale subject to any requirements of law regarding partition sales. For further information contact:

Kendall Vickers, Esq. 417- 667-5500

Butler’s Zach Craft was one of the table servers.

Singers do double duty Eight vocalists from Butler and Adrian high schools were front and center Sunday evening for fine dining and musical entertainment at the Adrian Optimist building—both as performers and table servers. The special fund raising event was planned for the purpose of assisting students on their trip to sing at the Lincoln Center for the Performing Arts in New York City in April. Spotlighted were Butler High’s Zach Craft (Kelly and DeAnn Craft); Austin Douty (Jeff and Juanita Douty; Christian Lawrence (Doug and Raquel Lawrence); and Evan Robinson (Paul and Jana Robinson), students of Raquel Lawrence, choir director and director of vocal music; and Allison Oates, Adrian High choir director vocal music and band director’s Tarissa Keating (Tim and Kim Keating; Alexis LaBat (Neal and Rebecca Shelby; Crystal Lentz (Duane and Karen Lentz) and Bethany Ward (David and Laura Ward). The meal was catered by Julie Carr’s FCCLA chapter, the bill of fare being cornish game hen with wild rice stuffing, garden salad, sweet potatoes, seasoned green beans, hot rolls, tea and ice water and dessert tray. The students performed 14 solo and group selections before the appreciative crowd.—Staff photos.

•CandidatesFROM FRONT PAGE

CITY OF AMSTERDAMEast Ward Alderman

.........................................West Ward Alderman

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CITY OF BUTLERWard 1 Councilman

(Vote for one)P. Brian PhillipsEugene Miller Jr.

Ward 2 CouncilmanPat Simons

Ward 3 CouncilmanHarold G. Weil

Ward 4 CouncilmanDouglas Wix

CITY OF DREXELMayor

Terry MayfieldEast Ward Alderman

.........................................West Ward Alderman

(Vote for one)Sue Bush WishonKevin Shannon

VILLAGE OF FOSTERBoard of Trustees

(Vote for two)Lawrence Perdue Jr.Jerry Hines

CITY OF HUMEBoard of Alderman

(Vote for 2)Leon HesterKeith C. IrwinCecil McKinley Jr.

Board of Alderman(1 year term - vote for one)Charles F. Shepherd

VILLAGE OF PASSAICBoard of Trustees

(Vote for 3)Steve KudzinskiLinda ColeAmgelia Cumpton

CITY OF RICH HIILLMayor (Vote for 1)

Richard MillerJimmy Kithcart

North Ward Alderman(Vote for 1)

Matt ThompsonJennifer Perkey-Ewing

South Ward Alderman(Vote for 1)

Justin MorelandPatricia (Steuck) PilcherDennis EngemanKenny Kassner

CITY OF ROCKVILLEMayor (Vote for 1)

David Moore Board of Alderman

(Vote for 2)Roger Garrison.........................................

TOWNSHIPSEAST BOONE

Special Road Tax LevyAn additional tax rate of $0.3393 on the $100 valua-tion for a period of 4 years:For the LevyAgainst the Levy

WEST BOONETrustee (Vote for 1)

James D. AddlemanC.J. Shannon

ClerkJohn Gunnels

Board Members(Vote for 2)

Walter DavenportMatt Kohler

Jim Bob GunnelsSpecial Road Tax Levy

An attional tax rate of $0.3500 on the $100 valu-ation for a period of four years:For the LevyAgainst the Levy

WEST BOONETrustee (Vote for 1)

.........................................Clerk (Vote for 1)

.........................................Board Members

(Vote for 2)..................................................................................

MOUNDAn additional tax rate of $0.1900 on the $100 valu-ation for a period of four years:For the LevyAgainst the Levy

SHAWNEEAn additional tax rate of $0.3500 on the $100 valu-ation for a period of four years:For the LevyAgainst the Levy

SPRUCETrustee (Vote for 1)

Paul WainscottClerk (Vote for 1)

Golda UmstattdBoard Members

(Vote for 2)....................................................................................An additional tax rate of $0.3500 on the $100 valu-ation for a period of four years?For the LevyAgainst the Levy

DEEPWATERTrustee (Vote for 1)

William M. GilmoreClerk (Vote for 1)

..........................................Board Members

(Vote for 2)Dale E. BorlandRichard L. HoxseyBrett Foster

An additional tax rate of $0.3500 on the $100 valu-ation for a period of four years?For the LevyAgainst the Levy

SUMMITTrustee (Vote for 1)

Damon NoeClerk (Vote for 1)

Donald J. LesmeisterSteve Lewis

Board Members (Vote for 2)

Dale E. Craft

An additional tax rate of $0.3500 on the $100 valu-ation for a period of four years?For the LevyAgainst the Levy

HOMERTrustee (Vote for 1)

William H. ColeDiane Black

ClerkLynda Wiley

Board MembersVote for 2)

Donald Cole..........................................

WALNUTTrustee (Vote for 1)

James HessClerk (Vote for 1)

Mark ByrdBoard Members

(Vote for 2)Patrick Millard..........................................

NEW HOMETrustee (Vote for 1)

Ronald CrainClerk (Vote for 1)

..........................................Board Members

(Vote for 2)David DavenportRichard Buterbaugh

LONE OAKTrustee (Vote for 1)

..........................................Clerk (Vote for 1)

..........................................Board Members

(Vote for 2)....................................................................................

PLEASANT GAPAn additional tax rate of $0.3500 on the $100 valu-ation for a period of four years?For the LevyAgainst the Levy

HUDSONTrustee (Vote for 1)

Gary O’FarrellClerk (Vote for 1)

Buddy ButlerBoard Members

(Vote for 2)Straton RaybournDavid HoaglandMelba Hough

OSAGETrustee (Vote for 1)

..........................................Clerk (Vote for 1)

Michelle GouldBoard Members

(Vote for 2)....................................................................................

SOUTH HUDSONSPECIAL ROAD DIST.

An additional tax rate of $0.3000 on the $100 valu-ation for a period of four years?For the LevyAgainst the Levy

BE SURE TO VOTE!!

•Unlucky sevenFROM FRONT PAGE

“He’s been punished enough.”Fr. John Bolderson, pastor of St. Pat-

rick’s Catholic Church in Butler, char-acterized Brandtonies, a parishioner, as a good man, citing his organizing and supervising fund-raising events at the church to provide scholarships and aiding 13 needy families at Christmas time.

“If he goes to prison all the victims will receive nothing. He needs a chance to pay them back,” Bolderson said.

Freilich countered that the impor-tance of restitution must be considered. “He has paid no restitution despite promises he would. The State believes justice must be served by sending him to prison.”

Judge Journey mentioned the receipt of several letters, noting he was sur-prised at the amount of forgiveness in the letters. But he also called attention to an opposite view in another letter, the writer of which stated if justice was not to be carried out in this case he would lose his faith in the court system.

Brandtonies spoke from a prepared statement in which he apologized to those who were affected by his crime.

He implored the court to render le-niency, stating he had lost the business

his marriage and the likelihood of losing contact with his 4-year-old son.

He stressed his family knew nothing of his illegal dealings.

“I’ve never been in trouble before...give me a chance to make it right...please let me work to pay them back,” he implored. For several months Brandtonies had been employed as a sales clerk at a home supply store in Harrisonville.

What seemingly sealed Brandtonies’ fate was the fact he used some of the pre-need monies for personal gain, such as country club membership and hunting and fishing gear.

Freilich said Brandtonies lied to the vic-tims, promising their money was safe—and they trusted him.

Judge Journey emphasized in the 18 months since the funeral home closed Brandtonies has made no attempt to pay any of the restitution.

Brandtonies was told he probably would not serve the full sentence because of overcrowded conditions of prisons and the general financial crunch of the state—presumably 30 days per year. He told Brandtonies when he gets out of prison he should make an effort to pay restitution.

He will be subject to a parole hearing in about a year.

•Kelli SchapelerFROM FRONT PAGE

son.“I am looking forward

to serving as president of the Chamber,” she said. “It will indeed be a chal-lenge and I feel that the im-mediate priority is to rally behind our existing small businesses while working hard to attract new busi-nesses to Butler as well. The Chamber will be so-liciting the support of the community at large as we strive to enhance a cooper-ative spirit for the common good.”

She also is excited with both incoming and pres-ent board members in the months ahead.

The Chamber member-ship recently elected the following new board mem-bers:

Paula Schowengerdt

(the X-Group).Doncella Liggins (Bates

County Memorial Hospi-tal).

Christy Bunch (Com-munity First Bank).

Jody Welston (Bates County Health Center) and,

Danny Robinson (Amer-ican Family Insurance).

In addition to Schapeler, new directors will join:

Misty Brooks, Medical-odge; Jan Rush, EBT Fur-niture; Pam Martin, Bates County Industries; Chad Anderson, Bates County Sheriff; Carmin Gregory,

Osage Valley Electric Co-operative; Steve Hubbard, Butler R-5 High School Principal; and Michelle Schroeder, FM-92 Radio.

* * * *The annual Chamber

banquet is set for Thurs-day evening, March 24 at the Flaming Lantern, with 5:30 social appetizers and cash bar followed at 6:30 by the meal of barbecued brisket or grilled chicken dinner.

Awards, “Faces of But-ler” and a tribute to the late Jerry Cook will round out the evening.

THANK YOU FORREADING THE NEWS XPRESS

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SOCIAL SCENE/PEOPLE

HHHDANA’S MOSTACCIOLI

Dana Bridges2 lbs. hamburger1 small green peppersalt and pepper2 cans stewed tomatoes2 small cans tomato sauce1 large container sour cream2 pkg. mozzarella cheese1 small onion chopped1/4 tsp. oregano1 pkg. Lawry’s spaghetti seasoning1 box Mostacciolo (16 oz.) cooked and

drainedBrown meat with onion and pepper,

drain fat off and add oregano, salt and pep-per, Lawry’s dry seasoning, tomato sauce and simmer 1/2 hour. Add to cooked mo-staccioli, add stewed tomatoes and cheese and sour cream. Mix well. Bake in 9 x 13 baking dish 40 minutes. Add more cheese to top.

HHHAPPLE PANCAKE

Ruby StotmeisterDelicious Sunday morning breakfast6 Tbs. butter3 Tbs. lemon juice1/4 tsp. cinnamon2 lg. apples, peeled, cored and slicedApprox. 5 Tbs. powdered sugar, (de-

pending on the sweetness of the apples)3 eggs, room temperature1/2 c. all purpose flour1/2 c. milk1/4 tsp. saltPreheat oven to 450˚. Melt butter in a 10”

skillet or shallow baking pan and take off heat. If handle of skillet is not oven proof, wrap with several layers of foil. (I use a cast

iron skillet.) Remove 2 Tbs. melted butter and set aside in a small bowl. Place apple slices in a bowl with lemon juice. Stir cin-namon into sugar and sprinkle over apples. Toss to mix. Put skillet back on burner (med. heat). Add apples and cook for 3 or 4 minutes or until apples are tender but hold their shape. In a separate bowl combine the eggs, salt, flour, milk and the reserved but-ter. Beat till smooth. Spread apples evenly over bottom of skillet and pour batter on top. Bake the pancakes for about 20 min-utes or until golden brown and puffy. Turn out on a warm platter so apples are on top. Dust with powdered sugar and serve while warm.

HHH GLORIA’S RELISH SALAD

Gloria Williams Mix and salt1/2 c. celery, chopped fine1/2 c. pimento, chopped1 can peas, drained1 can lima beans, drained1/2 c. onion, chopped fine1/2 c. green pepper, chopped fine1 can corn, drained1 can green beans (French), drained Heat and boil:

1/2 c. sugar 1/4 c. oil 1/2 c. vinegar Cool. Pour over all and let set 24 hours. Serve. Keeps well. Save the left over juice and heat and pour over lettuce and bacos for another salad.

HHHSHERRY WINEChristina Ferrell

Grandmother of Melba HoughThis wine as made in Germany years ago

2 c. or 2 ears of white corn, cracked or broken

1 1/2 lbs. seedless raisins1/2 cake yeast4 c. light brown sugar1 qt. grape juice6 qts. waterLet stand 12 or 14 days, then strain and

add 3 c. of brown sugar, let stand 2 days, then strain 3 or 4 times or filter and it is ready for use. This makes 1 gallon of sherry wine.

HHHCORN FRITTERSBeatrice McKibben

1 1/2 c. flour1/4 c. milk1 1/2 c. cooked corn1 tsp. baking powder1 tsp. salt1 eggSift dry ingredients together. Add beaten

egg and milk slowly. Fold in corn. Drop by tablespoon into hot greased skillet. Brown on both sides.

HHH

Recipes from 1841-1991 Bates County

Sesquicentennial Cookbook

Around Bates County...•Reports of social gatherings, club meetings, events of interest

Phil Hess relatesexperiences inHaiti Mission

GFWC Better Homes Club met Wednesday, Feb. 15. The meeting was moved from the country home of our hostess, Janet Gorham, to the meeting room at the Butler Public Library due to parking after our big snow.

Meeting was called to order by the president, Marylyn Engelhart, by all repeating the pledge to the American Flag, Missouri Flag and the Club Collect.

Betty Robey introduced Phil Hess, local pharma-cist, who joined a group of volunteer pharmacists, doc-tor and nurses who went to Haiti after the big earth-quake. Phil told of the se-riousness of the situation and the great need for help. Phil had many pictures he showed on screen as well of his experiences. We thank Phil for this most interesting program. He stated he plans to go back again in the near future.

After the program, roll was taken with 12 members present. Minutes were read and approved. Treasurer’s report was given by Shirley Hayward.

Dues for traveling gift was collected. Janet Kirt-ley reported on Sophomore Pilgrimage. A student from Miami and Butler schools will be going. Janet Gorham volunteered to go with Janet K. and the girls.

Received notice the 5th District Spring meeting will be held in Appleton City on April 6. Correspondence from the Butler library was read.

Dorothy’s friends social time will be at the bakery Wednesday, March 2. Trav-eling gift brought by Sally

UMW month will feature guest speaker

The United Methodist Women of the Ohio Street United Methodist Church met Feb. 17 at 1:30 p.m. Mary Burton acted as presi-dent in the absence of presi-dent Zella Doane and Sally Burg acted as secretary.

Meeting was opened by repeating the Purpose. Cor-respondence was read. Sally burg read from the Prayer Calendar. Treasurer’s re-port was given. Chairmen and committee reports were given.

It was reported that Jim Ellis has been added to the shut-in list and that Louise Snyder has passed away.

March in UMW Month and March 13 is UMW Sun-day. Melissa Bailey-Kirk will be the speaker at 10:30 service.

Plans were made for a pot luck dinner on March 17 at noon. Pastor Art will give the devotion and have

Club members smarter than a fifth grader

The Butler Home Im-provement Club met Feb. 15 in the home of Barbara Jessup with Ione Berry, President. The Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag was given, led by Barbara Jes-sup, who then had the devo-tion with the theme of Love, in keeping with Valentine’s day month. She read an ar-ticle by Loyd Gentry and a poem by Nell Thompson Miller, Love is a Rose.

Roll was then answered by seven members with How Kids View Love. Since illness and bad weather had cancelled the January meet-ing, the minutes of the De-cember meeting were read and approved. In absence of the treasurer, the secretary read the report. Some mem-bers present paid their dues.

Ione Berry then present-ed our past president, Alice Trammell, with a token of our appreciation for serving our club faithfully over the past year. It was a very pret-ty necklace with the theme of Footprints in the Sand. Shirley Shreve reported that she and Jeane delivered our Christmas and birthday gifts for our special friends.

Under new business, we decided that we will contrib-ute to the same budget items in the coming year as we did last year. It was decided that we would play Bingo at the March meeting to be held at Louise Foster’s.

We will send cards for Easter, Valentine’s Day and other appropriate holidays to our special friends. We were reminded that one of our special friends is hav-ing a birthday and Shirley Shreve will take care of this for us.

Barbara Jessup presented a short quiz program for Presidents’ Day with facts about some of our Presi-dents that were little known. Louise Foster brought the guess box and Nelda Pike

was the winner. Nelda Pike also led us in two games that taxed our brain and some of us are not smarter than a fifth grader. Shirley Shreve won the game of February trivia and Louise Foster won the Quiz for Old Kids. Shirley Shreve also won the door prize for the evening.

Delicious cherry cheese-cake was furnished by Ione Berry and all enjoyed it with coffee and spiced tea. All were happy to be able to get out and about as the snow melted.–Reported.

Farmettes makeand share over200 valentines

Cherries and chocolates were the theme at the lat-est meeting of the Foster Farmettes, at the home of hostess Sandra Robb. Her “Complete Home Makeover” is amazing from floors to ceilings. Well done! Cherry cheesecake dessert provided by co-hostess Pat Swickham-er also got rave reviews. Wel-come back to Carol Parker who is feeling good nowadays and working out.

President Lorinda Orear called the meeting to order with the crack of a hammer, and the first order of business was to read the thank you note from Rich Hill librarian Dixie Glynn for the three new books she selected with our donation money. Pat read two stirring devotions about what to do with love. Ruth Wheatley announced that cookbook sales are booming with only about two boxes left.

The roll call was “Memo-ries of Our Grandparents”, and we all shared different stories. It appears that some grandparents were already gone or hard to remember, some very loving with sweet memories, some were stern ones, and others were just a little too tired to notice anoth-er grandchild after twenty-five of them. It got us all thinking of the little things about our grandparents that we do re-member; like the hotel in Fos-ter, platform rockers, wringer washers, putting up with our mischief, and cooking lots of food no matter how many showed up on Sunday for din-ner.

Bert Sage had us singing “You Made Me Love You,” made famous by Al Jolson; then we got down to the busi-ness of making over 200 val-entines for area nursing home residents. There was much discussion about whether to use heart stickers or kittens and puppies, but we managed to get them all packaged and ready to go.

Donations were approved for both Rich Hill and Hume Project Proms. Next month we are collecting food for the Food Pantry. We got into a discussion of the price of food and the benefits and drawbacks of having your spouse along when you gro-cery shop, or sending them after groceries alone. You never know what you are go-ing to get. Some spouses are in sticker shock at the price

of hamburger, and others don’t notice until you get to the checkout counter when all the junk they threw in the basket adds up to a lot!

We also tried to solve the dilemma over which type of vacuum cleaner is best. No one seemed to know. You don’t want too much suction or you can’t push the thing. We don’t care if it’s got a bag or a tank, just one that is self-propelled, thank you. If you have a whole-house (central) vacuum like Pat, that seems to be the cat’s meow. Noth-ing to push, pull, or carry. Just don’t forget to change the bag now and then.

Birthday wishes were shared with Pam Wingate and Sandra. Next meeting is March 10 at the Hess’s house in Happy Hill with co-hostess Kay Swickhamer. Everyone please bring canned goods for the Food Pantry, and we will see about a tour of the Chil-dren’s Center in Butler some-time in March as well.

All spouses, friends, and family were invited to our an-nual Sweetheart Dinner at the Sisters and Friends Restau-rant in Hume on Feb. 12, and we had quite a crowd. Boiled shrimp, roasted chicken, and thick steaks were readily consumed. We were glad to see our pal Cheryl Tillery in town. She had her camera getting some priceless photos for the scrapbook and for post-ing on the Foster Farmettes Facebook page. It was a great evening.–Reported.

February meeting ofPeru club

The Peru Homemakers Club met on Feb. 16 at 11:30 at the Bonneville Studio for lunch.

the program. Officers will be in charge. Service will be provided.

March 1 and 2 is the Leg-islative meeting in Jefferson City. April 9 is the Spring District meeting at Pleasant Hill.

Meeting was adjourned by repeating the Lord’s Prayer.–Reported.

Burg was won by Mary Burton. Mary will bring the traveling gift for March. No further business, meeting adjourned.

The hostess and co-host-ess, Betty Robey served a cherry topped dessert in keeping of Presidents day.–Reported.

After lunch the meeting was called to order by Eliza-beth. Roll was answered with a Thought for a Day by seven members.

New business included we will meet at the Inn Building on April 14 at 11:30, with the Progressive Ladies Club as our guest.

Paula presented the pro-gram, bringing Valentines for each member to sign. We then delivered the Valentines to each resident at Bristol Manor.

The March meeting will be with Eleanor on the 16th at 1:30.–Reported.

Jagels-Jenningsexchange vows

Suzanne Richelle Jagels and Dallas Wayne Jennings were united in marriage on September 11, 2010, at Zion Lutheran Church, Prairie City, Mo. Pastor Michael Manz officiated. Musical accompaniment was provided by Mar-cia Rader with vocal selections by Stephanie Klinksick, both friends of the bride’s family.

Suzanne is the daughter of Rick and Linda Jagels, Rich Hill. Dallas is the son of Brenda and Carlos Wethington and Kyle and Nina Jennings, all of Rich Hill.

Suzanne wore a duponi silk gown with a sweetheart neckline and mermaid style train. Her veil and hair adorn-ment were borrowed from her sister, Bethany Rose, Ma-tron of Honor. Amanda Jagels, sister of the bride, served as Maid of Honor. Bridesmaids were: Melissa Jenkins and Laci Seider, friends of the bride. The bride was escorted down the aisle by her father and given away by both par-ents.

Nathan Miller, friend of the groom, served as Best Man. Groomsmen were Steven Mellenbruch, Nathan Kassner and Chris Wunder, all friends of the groom. The flower girl was Carlie Wethington, sister of the groom. Haydon Wilson, cousin of the bride, was the Ring Bearer. Eliza-beth Jennings, sister of the groom, was the candlelighter. The bride’s personal attendant was Priscilla Sowders. Guest Book attendant was Brodi Miller, friend of the bride.

Guests were ushered by Ryan Brocka, cousin of the bride; and Cody Bell and Kyle Bennett, cousins of the groom. Grandparents of the bride attending were: Ms. Ruth Campbell and Mr. and Mrs. Marvin Jagels. Grand-parents of the groom present were: Ms. Nancy Laning, Mr. and Mrs. Terry Laning and Mr. and Mrs. Gary Jennings. Elaine Engelhardt, aunt of the bride, provided a luncheon prior to the ceremony.

The wedding party and guests gathered at the residence of Lowell Fischer. Glowing lights from dozens of tiki torches outlined the drive and white tent. The dinner was catered by TLC Catering. The elegant three-tiered wedding cake was provided by Mona McDaniel. The groom’s cake was decorated in camoflauge colors in keeping with the groom’s love of the outdoors. May’s Flowers provided the floral arrangements. Video and DJ services were by Complete Music. Photos by Claire Ryser, Visionaire Studios. The couple enjoyed their honeymoon in Cozeumel, Mexico and currently reside outside Rich Hill. The bride teaches Kin-dergarten in Nevada, Mo., and the groom works with his grandfather in the operation of the Jennings Ranch.

Weddings...

News Xpress, Butler, Mo., Friday, February 25, 2011 5SOCIAL SCENE/PEOPLE

REAL ESTATE PARTITION AUCTIONby the

Sheriff of Bates County Missouri� e following real estate, belonging to the daughters

of Floyd Reynolds Klinksick, will be sold by order of the Circuit Court of Bates County Missouri on March 21, 2011 at 1:30 p.m.

TRACT 1: W1/2 NE1/4 SE 1/4 AND ALL THAT PART OF THE W1/2 NE1/4 LYING SOUTH AND EAST OF THE MIDDLE OF THE MARAIS DES CYGNES RIVER, ALL IN SECTION 17, TOWNSHIP 38, OF RANGE THIRTY (30), BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI. (Approximately 85 acres, located 1mile East of Papinville)

TRACT 2: NW 1/4 NE1/4 OF SECTION 23, EXCEPT THE WEST 125 FEET THEREOF, AND THE E1/2 NE1/4, TOWNSHIP 38, RANGE 30, BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI (approximately 115 acres located 1mile east of Papinville)(� e legal descriptions of tract I and II have been

condensed for clarity. � e actual legal description is set forth in the offi cial notice of sale)

A title insurance commitment shall be provided for inspection prior to the sale. Conditions of sale subject to change and announcements the day of the sale. Sale subject to any requirements of law regarding partition sales. For further information contact:

Kendall Vickers, Esq. 417- 667-5500

Bundles of JoyLena Elizabeth Kisner

Daniel, Liz, Riggen, Raeth and Robey Anne are pleased to announce the arrival of their daughter and sister, Lena Elizabeth. Lena was born Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011 at the Ne-vada Regional Medical Center, Nevada, Mo. She weighed 9 pounds, 11 ounces. Maternal grandparents are Jim Robey of Butler, Mo., and Karen Bevans of Overland Park, Kan. Maternal great grandparents are Edward and Barb Bev-ans, Indianapolis, In. Paternal grandparents are Dan and Debbie Kisner of Butler, Mo. Paternal great grandparents are Clyde and Arlene Kisner of Butler, Mo., Jack Kenney of Ozark, Mo., and Maxine Hunt of Nixa, Mo.

Recruit graduatePrivate First Class Han-nah L. Ramsey, Scottsdale, Ariz., formerly of Butler, graduated on Jan. 21, 2011 from the 4th Recruit Train-ing Battalion, Company O, Platoon 4002, thirteen week Marine Basic Training Boot Camp at Parris Island, S.C. PFC Ramsey will be heading for the Carolina’s for Marine Combat Train-ing then to Florida for her MOS training. Ramsey was awarded the Molly Marine Award. This represents the Ideal of Excellence that all Women Marines strive for. Her peers voted that she represented that ideal above all others. PFC Ram-sey’s parents are Loretta Ferguson, Scottsdale, Ariz., and Jim Ramsey of Butler.–Submitted.

Blue Springs, Mo. • Children need to develop a sense of responsibility to be ad-equately prepared for adult living, says a University of Missouri Extension human development specialist.

“Teaching your children responsibility can begin when they are young and is one of the best values you can develop in your child,” said Nina Chen.

Cooperating with and helping others can be an important way for children to learn responsibility, she said. “Parents can help children develop and improve their cooperative attitudes. For instance, chil-dren learn cooperative attitudes through family projects when tasks are challenging, satisfying and appropriate for their levels of development, and when they feel that they are doing a real job.”

Young children need help in under-standing the wishes and rights of others since they have not yet mastered the skills needed for satisfactory social relationships, Chen said. These occasionally need to be indicated to them.

“A regular family meeting is also a valuable learning experience for decision-making and teaching children coopera-tion,” she said. During the meeting, family members can discuss problems and issues, and plan events and outings together. This helps children learn cooperation, decision-making, problem-solving and responsibil-ity.

Some tips that can help children learn to assume responsibility:

-Give children clear and positive instruc-tions for doing a task and plenty of time to complete it.

-Avoid doing things for your children that they can do for themselves. Children must learn from their experiences; that takes trial, error and time.

-Ask children instead of ordering them. “Demanding or forcing them to do tasks is not the way to help children develop re-sponsibility,” Chen said. “Children will be willing to help out when they feel they are needed and made to feel they can do the job.”

-Use consequences. Consequences teach children responsibility and decision-mak-ing. “It is important that parents explain to children what the consequences will be for breaking a limit,” she said. “Consequences also give children a choice to decide on consequences that are acceptable for par-ents.” This helps children develop a sense of accountability for their actions.

-Be a good role model. Children learn by watching and imitating what they see. Parents need to model appropriate behav-iors such as keeping promises, sharing, cooperating, helping, taking care of their belongings and being responsible.

For more information from MU Exten-sion on parenting, see www.missourifami-lies.org/parenting or contact your local MU Extension Center.

MU Extension news: www.extension.missouri.edu/news.

Help children develop a sense of responsibility

Farm Bureau donates booksShelia Fischer (left) from Bates County Farm Bureau visited Hudson R-9 School’s li-brarian Janice Davis and presented the school with books relating to farming. Fischer said, “Bates County Farm Bureau Federation recently donated agriculture books to seven county school libraries in conjunction with ‘Thank a Farmer Month.’ With each generation becoming further removed from the farm it is increasingly important to help people make the connection between farmers and their supply of food.” Schools receiving books included Adrian, Ballard, Butler, Hudson, Hume and Rich Hill. Hudson students pictured (from left) Chrli Carr, Braden Warmbrodt, Judd Koshko, Kaleb San-born and Robert Edwards.—Submitted.

We extend sympathy to the family of Lucille Sex-son who passed away on Feb. 16 at the Kansas City Hospice House, Kansas City, Mo. She was the step-mom of Phyllis Schleim of Ballard.

Also, we extend sympa-thy to the Sieleman fam-ily on the death of Nadine Sieleman, Kelly Sieleman’s mother, who passed away on Feb. 17.

Tod and Lisa Umstattd brought Sterling down to stay with Russell Rowland Friday night, and then went to watch Maesyn in a competition in Broken Ar-row, Okla. She won first place in Tumbling.

Alan and Linda Fair-man celebrated their 33rd Anniversary on the 18th. Alan sent roses to Linda at work- then that evening went to eat at Bob Evans- then shopping.

Charlie Rowland and Bailey Rexford visited Jen-nie Umstattd on Saturday night awhile, and then went to Bailey’s house.

Tod, Lisa, and Ster-ling Umstattd, and Rus-sell Rowland stayed with Jennie on Saturday night. Maesyn Umstattd came down Sunday and ate lunch with everyone at Ei-leen’s Café.

Matt and Stacy (Abra-ham) Cobb welcomed baby girl Peyton Michelle

into the world at Shawnee Mission Hospital on Sun-day, Feb. 20. Proud grand-parents are Steve and Sara Abraham, Ballard, and great-grandparents Elida Slattery, Butler, and Etta Lou Abraham, Butler.

Jeff and Angie Allen brought a birthday cake to Pastor and served it to the congregation after church at Mt. Olivet on Sunday.

Melvin and Etta Sue Fairman, Alan and Linda Fairman, Jason, Cara, and Anna Fairman, Giffin and Pam Simmons all enjoyed lunch together at Eileen’s Café after church.

Bryan and Chelsi Bor-land hosted a pizza party on Sunday evening to celebrate their daughter, Kennedy’s second birth-day. Those attending were Dean and Erylene Bor-land, Don and Lillian Hill, David and Heather Mun-sterman, Scott and Leah, Dale and Karla Borland, and Dean and Debbie Hill. Grandma Erylene made a strawberry shortcake birth-day cake.

There will be a taco din-ner on Saturday, Feb. 26 from 5-7p.m. for the Bal-lard FFA Chapter.

The week of Feb. 28 starts District Basketball.

Wednesday, March 2 will be the next FFA meet-ing at 6:15p.m. That same evening the 4-H club will meet at 7.

The PAT/EC playgroup will meet on Thursday,

Many celebrate special occasionsMarch 3 from 8:30-10.

Fifth and sixth grade basketball will start their season at Bronaugh at 6:30 on Thursday, March 3.

Until next week take care and God Bless!

News fromBristol Manor

I hope all of you had a nice Valentines Day. My residents and Becky gave me a dozen roses. Pink of course. I gave the residents candy for the big day. Foster Farmettes sent Valentine cards to the resi-dents. We also had a wonder-ful visit from the Peru Home-makers. They brought cards for all of my residents. The ladies here were, Elizabeth Garnett, Naomi Anderson, Ruby Padley, Paula Shaffer and Eleanor Diehl. It was so good to see them.

Leroy Cook stopped by to see Bob Zellmer, and they had a good visit. Bob still gets out and takes care of his cats.

A big thanks to Glenna McElroy for bringing us some Christmas decorations she no longer needed. They are so cute.

Gilbert Lee comes by to take Elsworth out and about, they both got a nice haircut last week.

Robert Eckert’s friend, Do-ris came to see him last week and visit with him. Brother J.L. came by today to see Robert.

I had better get some pa-perwork finished. Take care and be sweet. Mary B.

Christian ChurchAmoret Christian Church

had over 55 in attendance. “Happy Birthday was sung to Luke Wiley, who is 8 years old, hard to believe that much time has passed. It seems like he was born yesterday. Anna Marie Wal-ley also had a birthday, this lovely young lady has grown up in no time. Where do the years go?

The Carneys were at morning service, Justin is in Texas on a fundraiser. They will be moving to Afghani-stan soon.

We pray for Dorothy Bit-ner who had a stroke last Wednesday, was in the city, but will be back to Bates for therapy this week. We wish her well. Julie’s father is in the hospital with health problems. Keep him and the family in prayer.

I am grateful to Lynda Wiley for keeping me aware of church news when I can-not be at church. I had a bad

night Saturday. Spices do not do well with me. The pizza I had was very spicy. I suffered all night with heart-burn. I took anti-acid and it helped but did not clear it. I was awake all night. I hate to miss Sunday service but I was not in good shape. I was laid up all day Sunday.

Darlene Peck is still not doing well and needs all our prayers. Our list remains needy. So many are ill. Our Lynda Todd has had a re-lapse and is back in ICU. They cannot pin point the cause of her problems. We keep hoping they find the cause of her illness.

Don’t hear much on Gab-by Gifford. She is so mirac-ulous. It is obvious God is at work.

The Ohio Christian women’s retreat is Saturday, Feb. 26.

Chad and family are go-ing to Kentucky for a fishing tournament in April. The family is all excited about it especially Piper. She’s ready to pack and go now.

Hope this dreary weather passes. Friday was so beau-

Carney moving to Afghanistan

tiful. Hopefully the snow will pass us by. It’s great to be able to shut off the wa-ter at night and cut the heat down. Our utilities were out of sight last month.

As always, be careful out there, check on a shut-in. Lend a helping hand. Buck-le up and be safe.

Till next time, God bless you and stay warm and well.–Lorrie Johnson.

Food power, a program done by the outreach is com-ing to our school tomorrow. It is a fun event about nutri-tion I am told. They are visit-ing many other local schools. I am going out there to help so I am excited about it. Love to see all those kiddos. They make for a fun filled happy day. I see why teachers teach. I bet it is a rewarding feeling, yet way underpaid. We have some of the best teachers at Miami. I hope we can keep these dedicated ones. I hope they keep those positive voic-es in the kids in their mind when they hear criticism.

I really believe our school will have great test scores in the math department this time. The new program in the elementary seems to be

really teaching my kids a lot of math along with the great teachers we are blessed with. The PTSO purchased frames to hang photos of kids that have high scores on the test.

I heard Jessi Burch had a baby boy. I think she will be good at the mommy thing. She was always good with my boys. His name is Xan-der Clark Burch.

I go to Drexel Medical Clinic when I get sick or any-thing and I just want to men-tion how I just love it there. Jackie Schlagle, FNP is so thorough and never makes me feel rushed. The office help and nurse Elain are so nice as well.

Chris Hedrick sent me some news, Thank you to her. She is a sweet lady. Ashleigh Brown and Vio-let Gregory both celebrated birthdays Feb. 6, Congratu-lations. Elsie Cash has been

in the hospital and is recover-ing from surgery, our prayers are with her. Bruce Wilson is now home from the hospital, hope he is feeling better soon. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Tyrer family as Ter-ry’s brother passed away this week.

It’s nice to see Dorothy Read and Iva Lear out and about again thanks to better weather. Thanks to Jack Car-nahan, Deanie Jackson and Bobby Yanonis for fixing the huge holes. Always nice to hear that Eleanor Craw-ford is doing well and I hear that Karen Grimsley is doing much better.

The Methodist church had a music special this past Sunday , Ralph Smith re-ported that a lot of people attended. Trish Smith will be going to California to be with her granddaughter Haley, during her surgery

Chris Hedrick chips in some newsin March. Haley , has been accepted to the Ca. Theater Conservatory. Congratula-tions Haley! Haley is now in Greece with her Social Stud-ies group from her school. Sounds like she should be having a great time! Ron He-drick will be going to Guate-mala in March with Global Community Outreach where he will be helping with a food program for the children and helping to set up more food sites to distribute food. Ron is looking for non hybrid vegetable seeds to take with him to Guatemala, so if any-one has any they would like to donate... please let him know.

Rosie Cutshall won the Valentines Spa Pedicure from Main Street Salon. Congrat-ulations Rosie!

I hope everyone had a Happy Valentines day. Take care and have a good week.

6 News Xpress, Butler, Mo., Friday, February 25, 2011

Courtwarming 2011

Butler High SchoolRoyalty was crowned during the game last Friday. Queen was senior, Alissa Jett (left), daughter of Carolyn and Paul Jett. Princess was junior, Lauren Wainscott, daughter of Annie and Darin Wainscott.–Staff photo.

Adrian High SchoolCrowned last Friday night during the game was Queen senior Liz Wood and King senior Kody Cook. - Adrian Journal photo

Hume High SchoolDuring Friday night’s game against Ballard, royalty was crowned. Senior Lena Loyd, daughter of Randy and Charlontte Loyd, was crowned Queen and Se-nior Zach Fillpot, son of Greg and Tracy Fillpot was crowned King.–Staff photo.

Archie High SchoolJunior Claudia Martinez Acuna, daughter of Claudia Acuna dand Aldo Martinez, was crowned Queen and Senior Michael Iseman, son of Patricia and Kevin Iseman, was King during Archie’s courtwarming ceremonies.–Staff photo.

Marian BarkleyMarian Barkley, age 92 of

Butler, Missouri died Sunday, February 13, 2011 in Tucson, Arizona. She was born July 17, 1918 to Thomas and Florence Chaney Chandler in Bates County, Missouri.

Marian, the oldest of six children, was a lifelong resident of Bates County. She attended Lost Corner Grade School and graduated from Butler High School in 1937. On September 18, 1938 she was united in marriage to Clay Barkley and to this union two daughters were born. In her childhood, Marian worked in the fields with her father. Her work career included nine years at Duvall Investment Company, five years at Osage Valley Electric Cooperative and 33 years at Kahn Chevrolet, retiring in 1991. Marian accepted Jesus Christ as her savior at the New Hope Baptist Church at the age of 14 and has been a member of the Butler First Baptist Church since 1944. Her memberships included Beta Sigma Phi XI RHO Chapter, Trails West Red Hat Grannies in Tucson, The Get-Togethers in Butler and Women on Missions of the First Baptist Church. She was the oldest living cancer survivor in Bates County.

Marian enjoyed traveling and eating out and has been a “snow bird” in Tucson the last six years.

Marian is survived by two daughters, Carol Ann Kershner and husband Wayne of Tucson, Arizona and Kay Wells and husband Kelley of Butler, Missouri; one brother, Russell Chandler of Butler, Missouri; one sister, Zella Doane of Butler, Missouri; three grandchildren, Vicki Kershner, Toni Huber and husband Noel and Alan Daily and wife Cathy; six great-grandchildren, Jason, Brittany, Melissa, Morgan, Colton and Dakota; and six great great-grandchildren, Makiah, Michael James, Antony, Teresa, Meah and Averi. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Edward Clay Barkley in 2005; two brothers, Kenneth and Lester Chandler; and one sister, Mary Wade Hyatt.

Funeral services were Friday, February 18, 2011 at Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri with Pastor Ron Dunlap officiating. Interment at Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler. Contributions to Happy Hill Church of God or American Cancer Society. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Charlene KoehnCharlene Becker Koehn was

born on November 30, 1944, to Ben and June (Schmidt) Becker at Nevada, Missouri. She departed this life on February 20, 2011, at her home in Rich Hill, Missouri, reaching the age of sixty-six years.

Charlene grew up on the family farm in the Metz community and attended school there. At the age of ten she was converted and baptized into the Church of God in Christ, Mennonite, Rich Hill, Missouri, on April 10, 1955. She remained faithful to these vows until death.

On August 26, 1962, Charlene was married to me, Harland Koehn. We spent time at Tucumcari, New Mexico, and Denver, Colorado, as house parents in voluntary service units. The rest of our forty-eight years of married life was spent at Rich Hill, Missouri. God blessed our home with four daughters, who brought joy to her life. Mom loved flowers, and she spent many happy hours in her garden. She had a sense of humor, and we will remember the many stories she told. Being a wife and mother were Mom’s top priorities, and many hours were spent sewing for her girls.

Mom had a warm personality, sharing her heart with those around her. She lived a life of faith, turning to God in Bible reading and prayer. Times of fellowship with her circle of friends were a highlight to Mom, and she often spoke of experiences the Lord gave her. The spiritual welfare of her children and grandchildren was of great interest to her. Life held joys and sorrows, and Mom deeply mourned the loss of her mother, sisters and brother, who passed away earlier.

When Mom learned that her life would not be long, a prayer was offered for her healing. Even though Mom was not granted physical healing, God blessed her with acceptance and a much lower level of pain than is normally suffered with pancreatic cancer. God called Mom home at 10:00 a.m. Sunday morning, a day which was precious to her. The Lord graciously gave her a peaceful passing, and we are comforted

with knowing that Mom is sheltered in the arms of God.

Those left to cherish fond memories are Harland, her loving husband; four daughters: Kimberly Dirks and husband Michael of Rich Hill, Missouri; Christine Unruh and husband Timothy of Hiawatha, Kansas; Rhonda Hiebert and husband Kendall of Arcadia, Florida; and Cindy Koehn of Moundridge, Kansas; nine grandchildren; her father, Ben Becker, of Moundridge, Kansas; one brother, Gale Becker and wife Mavis of Hume, Missouri; one brother-in-law, Archie Koehn of Rich Hill, Missouri; and many other relatives and friends. Her mother, stepmother, one brother, and two sisters preceded her in death.

Funeral services were Wednesday, February 23, 2011 at Bethany Mennonite Church in Rich Hill, Missouri with Gary Schmidt, Myron Koehn and Kenneth Koehn officiating. Burial in Bethany Mennonite Cemetery, Rich Hill. Contributions, Gospel Tract and Bible Society. Contributions, Gospel Tract and Bible Society. Arrangements, Schowengerdt Funeral Chapel in Butler, Missouri. Online condolences, www.schowengerdtchapel.com.

Nadine SielemanDenora Nadine Sieleman,

known as “Nadine”, was born March 18, 1932 and passed away on Thursday, February 17, 2011 at the age of 78 years, 10 months and 30 days. She resided in Appleton City with her son, Karl, his wife Joan and daughter, Linda.

Nadine was born to Elmer T. Frazee and Jennie G. Dunn Frazee on a farm in Spring Hill, Kansas. Nadine and her twin sister, Mary Maxine, were named after both their grandmothers. She had five brothers and three sisters in her family.

On March 28, 1948 she was married to Bernard Quentin Sieleman at Holy Name Catholic Church in Kansas City, Kansas. They moved to the country around Germantown and Montrose, Missouri. Later she moved to Appleton City, Missouri.

There were six children born to this union, Linda S. Pierce, Anthony “Tony” J. Sieleman, Bernard “Bernie” Sieleman, John “Johnny” E. Sieleman, Kelly D. Sieleman and Karl W. Sieleman. There are eleven grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, one great-great-grandson and numerous step-grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Bernie on February 10, 1995. She was also preceded in death by her grandchildren Richard Anthony Pierce and Toni Nicole Sieleman, her parents, three brothers and two sisters.

Funeral Mass was celebrated February 22 at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, Montrose, Mo., Father John Bolderson officiting. Interment: St. Ludger’s Cemetery, Montrose, Mo. Memorials: Heartland Hospice, Butler, Mo.

Bessie Niggley WynesBessie Niggley Wynes, 100,

passed away Friday, February 18, 2011 at Medicaldoge, of Butler. Bessie was born August 13, 1910 to John and Lottie Phelps Stoneking in St. Clair County, Mo. Her family moved to Bates County when she was 14 years old. She married Walter Niggley on March 15, 1930 and to this union one daughter was born.

Since she had only one child, her love was also her many nieces and nephews, many of whom she helped care for from birth through growing up. Bessie loved babies!

Bessie is survived by her daughter, Waldeane Logan and husband Lowell of Butler, three grandchildren, Dr. Russell Logan and wife Pam of Lamar, Mo., Sandra Golden and husband John and Sheri Wheelen and husband Marty all of Joplin, Mo.; two great grand daughters, Amanda and Abbey Logan of Kansas City. Also surviving are two special nieces LaVerne Harris of Nevada, Mo., and Pauline Lankford (Harold) of Springfield, Mo., and their

families.Walter died in July, 1972

and in April 1973 she married Charles E. Wynes, long time family friend. He died in October of 1985.

Bessie is also preceeded in death by her parents, 4 sisters and 2 brothers.

Graveside services were held Tuesday, February 22, 2011, 1 p.m. at Oak Hill Cemetery, Butler, MO with arrangements under the direction of Atkinson Funeral Home, Adrian. The family suggests contributions made to Medicalodge Activity Fund or Butler Public Library.

James and Mildred Mc-Gee will celebrate the 72nd anniversary this Friday, Feb. 25. If anyone would like to send them anniversary wishes you may do so at the follow-ing address: 1601 S. Forth St. No. N - Springfield, MO 65807. Happy Anniversary, James and Mildred.

On Feb. 19 and 20, Nation-als were held in Kansas City for Cheerleading Competi-tions. Keegan Yarick, 4 year old daughter of Cliff and Gail Yarick is a member of “The Pitt Cheer” cheerleading team. On Saturday Aunt Kay-la Cannon, Grandma Sherry Yarick, along with Cliff and Gail and Keegan’s sister Au-brey were there to cheer her on. Sunday supporters were Grandpa Steve and Grandma Sharon Hedges, Aunt Kelly and Uncle Brian Henderick-son, cousins Isabell and Ela, Grandma Sherry, Mom, Dad and sister, Aubrey. Keegan’s squad placed 5th place out of 7. Congratulations Keegan on a job well done.

A birthday party was held on Sunday for Bennett Irwin at her home outside of Nevada, hosted by her Mom and Dad, Cassie and Jason Irwin. Those attending were: Isaac Irwin, Nick Marchiano and Sadie, Lexi, Riley, Nata-lie Hoeper, Tom and Sandy Cooke, Kim Cooke and Mad-die, Jeff and Carrie Hewitt, Kerri Mae Barnes and Grace,

Hope and Faith, Ryan and Cathie Wooldridge and Pax-ton, Michala and Marissa Lantsberger, Cheyenne Da-vidson, Everett and Karen Ir-win. Bennett will turn 5 years old on Feb. 22.

February has not been a good month concerning fires for some families. Earlier

The Peru Homemakers Club members met, enjoyed lunch and a meeting Wednesday at Bonn-eville Studio. Neomi Anderson, Zella Doane, Paula Shaffer, Ruby Padley, Bettie Scifers, Eleanor Diehl and Elizabeth Garnett at-tended.

Wanda Fleischer visited Kelly Hunt and Hunter DuBray on Thursday.

Linda Rolf & Sally spent Thursday through Saturday in the home of their mother and grandmother Zella Doane. Friday morning Zella, Linda and Sally attended Zella’s sister’s funeral, Marian Barkley. She was 93 years old and the funeral was at Scho-wengerdt Funeral Home with burial in Oak Hill Cemetery. We extended sympathy to the family at this time.

Friday Betty Lemon and Mar-vin and Doris Null attended a cel-ebration of life for Bessie Tuggle at Grain Valley.

Marietta Hitchcock visited her brother and his wife Jim and Sue Damon on Friday.

Jim Damon visited Howard and John Hobson Friday morn-ing.

Marvin and Doris Null went to Blue Springs at Robbie and Paula Cairns on Saturday and visited.

Kiley Tourtillot, Traci Tippie, Hailey Gillis, Cooper and Sadie visited Roy and Wanda Fleischer on Saturday.

Dawn Wix celebrated her birthday Saturday evening at the Community Center in Harrison-ville. Joe and Linda Wix joined other family and attended.

Jim and Sue Damon attended a couple’s conference Saturday afternoon at River of Life Church in Rockville.

Relatives flock to cheerleading competition

Sympathies to Marian family

this month Zack and Leana Terry and daughter lost their home to a fire. Last Saturday Carrie Irwin and family had a kitchen fire, but was able to extinguished quickly. As al-ways the community is great in stepping up and helping out.

Bonnie Austin and Stephanie Austin spent Friday through Sun-day in the home of Phil and Sue Swartz in Topeka, Kan. Melissa (Swartz) Damme & Kirstin of El Paso, Tex., Rebecca Stone & Jennifer Swartz were all home to visit family. Stephanie stayed for a longer visit.

Melissa Stong and Carissa, Becky Randalls, Dylan and Whit-ley and Laura Herring enjoyed dinner Sunday with Zella Do-ane at the Flaming Lantern Res-taurant. They visited in Zella’s home.

Leon and Sue Decker, Myron and Robin Koehn and family, Liz Wenger and Jane Minninger were dinner guests Sunday in the home of Chester and Carrol Dirks.

Maurice and Pat Higginbot-tom and Marvin and Doris Null attended Double Branch Chris-tian Church Sunday. Betty Lem-on joined the named above and enjoyed the fellowship dinner. Later the named above all went to the farm and visited. There were 89 present at church.

Joe and Linda Wix attended Happy Hill Church of God Sun-day evening, Ron Dunlap is pas-tor.

Keith and Patsy Quick cel-ebrated their 50th wedding anni-versary Sunday at First Christian Church in Butler. Ron and Gay Nissen, Jeff Nissen and Lee and Julie Barber and Libby attended.

News Xpress, Butler, Mo., Friday, February 25, 2011 7FARM FRONT

Aquaculturecomes to Bates County

Joe Gaylord (left) and son Eric display rainbow trout raised in their aquaculture setup about eight miles southwest of Butler. Average weight at this time one pound.—Staff photo.

The News Xpress

Aquaculture has come to Bates County a scant

eight miles southwest of Butler. And, prospects are encouraging say the origi-nators, Joe and Mary Gay-lord and their son Eric and wife Valerie.

The venture’s trade name is JEMV, the first name initials of the found-ers—Joe, Eric, Mary, Val-erie.

Beneath the waters of their 4 1/2-acre pond are 700 rainbow trout, some 10,000 bluegill and scads of prawn fresh water shrimp, all for the taking and eating.

Says LaDon Swann, Aquaculture Extension Specialist at Purdue Uni-versity, aquaculture is a form of agriculture which involves the propagation, cultivation and marketing of aquatic plants and ani-mals in a more-or-less con-trolled environment.

United States aquacul-ture started in the late 19th century. The firmly es-tablished catfish industry started in the early 1960s and has gone through four phases. The current phase shows a slowing in the ex-pansion of catfish farming, and an increase in the pro-duction of other species.

Swann adds, there are many levels of knowledge of aquaculture—from the person who has a lot of years of experience in run-ning a successful aquacul-ture operation, to the be-ginner who has an interest in, but really no knowledge of what aquaculture is or involves.

The latter is where the Gaylords entered the pic-ture.

Joe Gaylord said he had read a smattering about aquaculture and wondered if it might be worth a try—some day, that is.Then fate took a sudden downward turn which prompted his full attention.

For several years Gay-lord was employed as a dock worker for Yellow Freight in Kansas City where job security seemed assured.

“But on Thanksgiving day two years ago I got a

call at home advising that I was being laid off...some Thanksgiving, eh?”

He said he kept giv-ing aquaculture serious thought and concluded, “I’ve got to have some-thing to do, and I believe this could be it.”

Aquaculture is much like row crop farming, dairying or marketing livestock—often a big gamble.

However, he began re-searching and making contacts with the health department and the U.S. Department of Agriculture for information along with visiting Lincoln University at Jefferson City which as he says, is really big into aquaculture, especially prawn harvesting. In ad-dition the Gaylords toured two aquaculture operations to get an even closer look.

Joe and Eric tied into the project about a year ago of building 14 blue gill cages lowered some four feet in

the water, positioning PCP piping, installing hang-type mechanical feeders and hooking up electricity for the ariation system.

Then there’s care-ful monitoring of water sources and temperatures and exact oxygen levels for proper respiration.

The rainbow trout area is partitioned closer to the pond’s bank.

Joe Gaylord noted trout are exclusively a cold water fish. “When the water tem-perature reaches 65 degrees the trout season is over.”

Then the shrimp inhabit that area of the pond as the water begins to warm. The Gaylords hope to have al-bino catfish in their pond this summer.

A special order food is required for the fish which is sold at Heiman, Inc. of Butler. They are fed once a day.

The family is planning its first marketing effort be-

ginning Saturday, March 12 followed by two to three Saturdays afterwards, all of which are subject to the quirks of Missouri weath-er. Hours will be from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Fish will be sold live by the pound. A cleaning sta-tion will be available on site with assistance if needed.

To reach the Gaylord property, from Butler take M-52 west to Route K at the Steele & King curve, continue on K until you reach the T in the road, turn right onto the gravel road and the Gaylord is a short distance west. It is the previous home of the E.C. Lemon family.

“We’ll have plenty of directional signs posted along the way,” Joe Gay-lord said.

• • • •For further information

call the Gaylords at 660-424-0080.

By Blake Hurst

The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) hired a small army of contract lobbyists to further their interests in the state of Missouri. Even after

spending millions and barely passing Proposition B in the November election, it seems HSUS is not through with our state.

During their campaign on behalf of Proposition B, HSUS assured us they were just concerned with dogs and had no interest in livestock production in the state. These assurances must come with a sell-by date, because they have most certainly expired. Contract lobbyists are now working the halls of the Capitol urging the defeat of House Bill No. 100, a bill that guarantees Missourians’ rights to continue to “raise livestock in a humane manner.”

Heck, the bill would put the humane treatment of live-stock into Missouri law. One would reasonably assume that the Humane Society ought to favor humane treatment, but I guess not. The bill requires Missouri farmers to use “gen-erally accepted scientific principles” in their production of livestock. Again, it seems an organization that purports to fight for the welfare of four-legged creatures ought to be in favor of science, but the HSUS has little use for science when emotion is so much more effective in separating the organization’s supporters from their money.

In the past few days, I visited with farmers who strug-gled through the recent blizzard to care for their livestock. One of my friends spent the day of the blizzard struggling through snow drifts to make sure his hogs had enough feed, ending the day stranded in the ditch while he attempted to drive through the white-out conditions. He made it home safely, but he was willing to risk his life to care for his ani-mals.

Another friend spent the day on crutches feeding hogs. He wasn’t supposed to be working, but he was the only member of his family who could reach their hogs because of the dangerous travel conditions. Sensible regulations on animal care may be necessary, but consumers should never, ever forget farmers routinely put the welfare of their animals before anything else, including their own safety.

HSUS believes perfection was reached in the fall of 2010 with the narrow passage of Proposition B. The orga-nization argues the people have spoken, the results are en-graved on stone tablets, and there is no need for improve-ment. But in the same election, the people of the state voted in a legislature empowered to work the people’s will. If that legislature, in its wisdom, decides there is a need to improve upon the work of the people, it is their right and indeed their responsibility to do so.

Initiative petitions are a valued part of democracy, but it is not possible for initiatives to do more than reflect a rath-er rough approximation of the people’s will. Bills under consideration to amend Proposition B will strengthen the ability of present law to protect dogs being raised by Mis-souri’s licensed dog breeders. That is a very good thing, and will more accurately reflect the will of an electorate concerned about the treatment of animals, but not expert in the crafting of legislation.

nBlake Hurst, of Westboro, Mo., is the president of Missouri Farm Bureau.

HSUS true colorsbeginning to show

WEATHER(National Weather Service)

Friday: Cloudy; high 43/low 32; prec. 10%.

Saturday: Rain/snow showers; high 45/low 27; prec. 30%.

Sunday: Showers; high 51/low 36; prec. 40%.

Monday: Few showers; high 52/low 32; prec. 30%.

Tuesday: Mostly sunny; high 55/low 35; prec. 10%.

Wednesday: Mostly cloudy; high 54/low 36; prec. 10%.

Thursday: Mostly cloudy; high 58/low 33; prec. 10%.

Signup periodfor CRP

Michael Finley, Executive Director for the Bates Coun-ty USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA), announced a Con-servation Reserve Program (CRP) signup March 14, 2011 through April 15, 2011. This is the second consecutive year that USDA has offered a general CRP signup.

“Financial incentive available through CRP affords farmers and ranchers a low risk opportunity to implement a variety of conservation practices that will benefit the en-vironment in a number of ways,” said Finley. “Over the past 25 years, CRP practices have improved water and air quality, increased wildlife habitat and prevented soil ero-sion,” he said.

Landowners enrolled in the CRP program receive an-nual rental payments and cost-share assistance to establish long-term, resource conserving covers on eligible farm-land. Land that is not currently enrolled in CRP can be offered during sign up if all eligibility requirements are met. CRP participants with contracts expiring this fall can make new contract offers during the sign up period. Con-tracts awarded during this general sign up will become ef-fective October 1, 2011.

All CRP offers are evaluated and ranked using an En-vironmental Benefits Index (EBI) that indicates the envi-ronmental benefits of enrolling land in CRP. There are five environmental factors that makeup the EBI: wildlife, water, soil, air, enduring benefits and cost. Decisions will be made following the end of the sign up period and after analyzing EBI data on all of the offers.

In addition to the general sign-up, the continuous CRP sign-up program will be ongoing.

For more information, please contact the Bates Coun-ty FSA Office at 660-679-6112 or visit http://www.fsa.usda.gov/crp.

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Applications can be picked up at Butler City Hall and submitted to the attention of the Parks and Recreation Supt. The City of Butler is an equal opportunity employer.

HER FUTURE AT MIZZOU

MU signee no. 21, Morgan Eye, broke the career scoring record at Montrose set by Tina McLain in 1993. The old record was 2363 points. At the end of the game Morgan scored 30 points and had 2374 career points.–Staff photo.

Heckadon places 5th at StateButler Bears varsity wrestling team sent four wrestlers to state competition at the Mizzou Arena in Columbia Feb. 17-19—freshman Trey Heckadon (112 pounds); junior Daniel Shubert (130 pounds); junior Austin Fix (140 pounds); junior Austin Fix (140 pounds); and senior Cody Pitts (160 pounds). All four wrestlers did advance to the wrestleback rounds on the second day of the tour-nament. On Friday, Shubert, Fix and Pitts lost their wrestleback matches and concluded their individual seasons. Heckadon (second from left) advanced to Saturday and secured a fifth place medal at the tournament. In so doing he became Butler’s 27th state medalist in school history. The Bears finished 25th place in class 1 at the tournament.—Photo by Coach Brandon Wackerman.

Butler’s Daniel Shubert wrestling in the 130-pound class at the state tournament.—David Todd photo.

The Bears’ Austin Fix in 140-pound competition at Columbia.—David Todd photo.

Archie’s Alex Atkinson waits until Appleton City’s Blake Bolton and Brennan Mimes come down.–Staff photo.

From area courtsidesLakeland Boys 69

Rich Hill 63Lakeland went ahead of Rich

Hill 16-12 in the first quarter Wednesday at Rich Hill and the Tigers could not ever catch up. Lakeland increased its lead to 32-24 at half. Rich Hill made a run in the third and pulled to 50-45 but that was as close as they could get and Lakeland won the game 69-63.

“We played very hard and ran our offensive sets well,” said Coach Rapp. “Lakeland just hit shots every time we would cut the lead.”

Jairus Becket led Rich Hill with 18 points followed by Josh Robb and Will Steiger with 14 points each.

Appleton City Girls 58 Miami 39

Appleton City girls led Miami 11-0 after the first quarter and 25-13 at half on the way to a 58-39 first win of the year over Miami at Appleton City last Tuesday.

Courtney Dillon had 16

points and 8 rebounds, Kristie Ashley 12 points and 7 rebounds, Casey Hilte 9 points and Kimber Thomas 7 rebounds.

Montrose Girls 78 Adrian 57

Montrose girls are the number one Class 1 team in the state and were going for their 50th straight win last Thursday at Montrose with Adrian as their opponent. The Lady Jays lived up to their ranking, jumping out to a 25-11 first quarter lead. Adrian played them tougher in the next three quarters but Montrose still pulled away to a 39-24 halftime lead. They led 60-39 after the third quarter and won their 50th straight game 78-57.

“We actually had spurts in the game where we played well,” said Coach Dingman. “It is hard to travel to a team that hasn’t lost in more than a calendar year. I think my girls learned a lot.”

Lee Anna Reid made 6 three pointers and led Adrian with 20 points, Emily Hughes had

11, Courtney Miller 8, Whitney Bagby 6, Brenna Tallman 5, Les-ley Cox 4, Natasha Lowrie 3.

MU signee Morgan Eye led Montrose with 30 points, Kend-all Hart had 23, Victoria Enge-man 8, Felicia Foster 7, Natalie Collins 2.

Midway Girls 41 Appleton City 38

In an attempt to win their second straight game, Appleton City girls led Midway 6-5 after the first quarter Wednesday but Midway took an 18-13 halftime lead which expanded to 31-25 af-ter the third. Appleton City made a run in the fourth but came up short 41-38.

Kristie Ashley had 9 points and 11 rebounds for Appleton City, Courtney Dillon 8 points, Olivia Jennings 7 points and Kimber Thomas 10 points. Ap-pleton City made 11 of 41 field-goals and 15 of 28 freethrows.

Stockton Boys 70Archie 65

Archie boys dropped only their second game of the year with a 70-65 loss to Stockton last Thursday at Stockton. Archie led the entire game, 22-14 after the first quarter, 34-26 at half, 58-50 after the third, but Stockton out-scored the Whirlwinds 20-7 in the fourth.

“We played well enough of-fensively for three quarters, but in the fourth we froze up, turned the ball over, missed shots and freethrows,” said Coach Schulte. “Defensively we were never great but they got hot and made con-tested shots.”

Michael Iseman had 15 points, Cameron Mills led with 17, Luke Anderson 14, Colter Schacher 10, Blake Barber 4, Paul McAlexander 3 and Alex Atkinson 2.

Appleton City Boys 42 Midway 39

Appleton City boys improved to 11-5 and 3-0 with a 42-39 win at Midway last Wednesday. Mid-way took an 11-4 first quarter lead but AC went ahead 19-16 at half. The lead went to 27-22 after the third and the Bulldogs held on in the fourth.

Adrian Boys 53 Montrose 33

In a slow start for both teams, Montrose boys led Adrian 10-9 after the first quarter. Adrian warmed up in the second quarter and led 33-17 at half. The Black-hawks continued to pull away in

Hume’s Wylie Miller is squeezed by Ballard’s Stuart Meade (15) and Derek DeHart.–Staff photo.

the third quarter and led 47-20 on their way to a 53-33 non-con-ference win.

“The kids played hard and ev-eryone gained experience,” said Coach Basore.

Eric Moles poured in 28 points for Adrian, Harrison Wainwright had 13, Nick Case had 6 points, 7 rebounds and 7 assists.

Eric Brownsberger was high point for Montrose with 15 points.

Archie Girls 60 Midway 20Archie girls improved to 17-3

and 2-1 by defeating Midway 60-20 at Archie last Tuesday. Archie led 27-13 after the first quarter and 48-13 at half after holding Midway scoreless in the second quarter.

“The girls played really great,” said Coach Batchelder. “At one point in the first quarter the score was 14-13 and then we went on a 34-0 run. We played solid defense and shared the ball on offense.”

Stefani Simms had 21 points, Mallory Clark 15, Kendyl Thom-as had 12 points and 7 rebounds, Lindsey Cornelius 6 points, 16 rebounds and 6 steals.

Archie boys 61 Midway 55Eric Moles with 34 points and

18 rebounds carried Adrian to a 61-55 conference win at Midway Tuesday. Adrian led 15-11 af-ter the first quarter and 30-18 at half. Midway cut the lead in the second half but Adrian held on for the win.

“I thought we played flat but were able to win.” said Coach Basore. Alix Wilson added 11 points, Seth Rosekopf had 6 points and 8 rebounds and Har-rison Wainwright 8 rebounds.

Archie boys 55 Drexel 42Archie boys traveled to Drexel

Tuesday and clinched no worse than a tie for the conference crown with a 55-42 come from behind win. Archie led 11-9 after the first quarter but Drexel went ahead 30-26 at half. Archie went back ahead 40-36 after the third.

“Another good performance and win against a talented Drexel team which gives us the opportu-nity to win conference outright at Rich Hill,” said Coach Schulte.

Michael Iseman led Archie with 14 points and 8 rebounds, Luke Anderson and Cameron Mills had 12 points each, Paul McAlexander 7, Colter Schacher 6 and Alex Atkinson 4.

CJ Bolton had 17 points and 12 rebounds for Drexel, Trevor Cooley 9 points and 8 assists, Chris Wilson 6 points, Blake Seba 4 and Cody Russell 2.

“The big difference was the second half and Archie’s ability to be efficient with each posses-sion,” said Coach Bolton.

Rich Hill boys 61Midway 53

Rich Hill boys improved to 3-2 and 10-9 with a 61-53 win over Midway at Rich Hill Mon-day. Rich Hill led 15-8 after the

first quarter and 28-18 at half then made free throws down the stretch to maintain their lead.

“A good conference win for us,” said Coach Rapp.

Chase Stout led Rich Hill with 18, Jairus Beckett had 15, Will Steiger 13, Clayton Cumpton 8, Josh Robb 5, Derek Parker 2.

Eldo Spgs boys 78 Butler 47Butler boys traveled to El

Dorado Springs Monday and came home with a 78-47 loss. Eldo jumped on the Bears 24-8 in the first quarter and led 47-27 at half.

Trenton Crow had 13 points and 7 rebounds for Butler, Trey Mareth 12 points and 5 re-bounds, Aaron Fritts 5 points, Blake Phelps and Jesse Waters 4 each, Kolten Kauffman 3, Tan-ner McGuire 2, Micah Nisely 2.

Adrian girls 53 Rich Hill 29Adrian girls remained on top

of the conference at 3-0 with a 53-29 win over Rich Hill last Fri-

day. The Lady Blackhawks had on problems leading 14-4 after the first quarter and 32-8 at half.

“We played great defense in this game,” said Coach Ding-man.

Emily Hughes with 12 points and Courtney Miller with 10 were the scoring leaders for Adri-an. Whitney Bagby had 8, Les-ley Lo 5, Brenna Tallman 8, Lee Ann Reid 4, Natasha Lowrie, Jessica Still and Darian Pittman each had 2. Sam Hopes had 11 points and 7 rebounds for Rich Hill, Dee West-Persley and Ken-da Heckadon had 6 points each and Morgan Kithcart 4.

Archie boys 49Appleton City 29

Archie boys made it a suc-cessful courtwarming night with a 49-29 win over Appleton City. Archie led only 11-6 after the first quarter but increased their lead to 27-10 at half and coasted in the second half.

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Miami’s Timmy Powell splits two Appleton City de-fenders. No. 14 is Truman Burchett.–Staff photo.

Basketball from page 8“We were able to bounce

back from a tough loss the night before and figure out a way to win on tired legs,” said Coach Schulte.

Luke Anderson and Colter Schacher each had 12 points for Archie, Blake Barber had 8, Paul McAlexander 5 points and 5 as-sists, Michael Iseman 4 points and 9 rebounds, Cole Eastwood 4 points, Alex Atkinson and Cameron Mills 2 points each.

Brennan Minks lead AC with 10 points, Cody Danies had 6 and Trevor Sanders 5.

Adrian girls 60Midway 38

Tuesday night at Midway, Adrian girls improved to 15-5 and 4-0, remaining on top of the conference with a 60-38 win. The Lady Blackhawks put the game out of reach with the first quarter by running out to a 23-8 lead.

“Came out hot the first quarter and played pretty well throughout.” said Coach Ding-man.

Courtney Miller was high for Adrian with 18 points, Brenna Tallman had 11, Lesley Cox and Whitney Bagby 7 each, Lee Ann Reid 5, Emily Hughes 6, Natasha Lowrie 4 and Darian Pittman 2.

Archie boys 68Miami 39

Monday night at Miami, the Eagles led 16-13 after the first quarter but Archie took a 31-26 lead at half. Archie dominated the second half for 68-39 win and conference leading 5-0 record.

“Some times kids have to learn a lesson the hard way and it is hoped we learned that if we do not come to play we are an aver-age team.” said Coach Schulte.

Luke Anderson had 13 points and 7 rebounds for Archie, Mi-chael Iseman 11 points and 7 re-bounds, Colter Schacher 6 points and 8 rebounds, Paul McAlexan-der 8 points, Cameron Mills 9, Blake Barber 6, Alex Atkinson 4, Cole Eastwood 3, Daniel Timme 2, Jimmy Blundell 2, Boston Dickerson 2, Nathan Warner 2.

Adrian boys 56Rich Hill 27

Adrian boys improved to 11-8 and 2-1 with a 56-27 win over Rich Hill at Adrian last Friday. Adrian held Rich Hill to single scoring in each quarter leading 12-6, 30-14 and 49-18 at the end of each of the first three quar-

ters.“The kids did a good job of

defending and rebound,” said Coach Basore.

Eric Moles led Adrian with 21 points and 6 rebounds. Nick Case had 8 points and 6 assists, Seth Rosekopf 8 points and Har-rison Wainwright 6 rebounds.

Will Steiger had 6 points for Rich Hill, Jairus Beckett 5, Clay-ton Cumpton 4 and Josh Robb 4.

“We physically could not match their size or strength,” said Coach Rapp.

El Dorado Springs girls 65Butler 59

Butler girls led 16-13 after the first quarter but Eldo took a 36-27 lead into the half time. Eldo increased their lead to 16 in the third quarter but Butler battled back to trail by 1 with 1:30 left in the fourth but Eldo made free throws to win 65-59.

“This was a good tune up for the conference tournament and district tournament,” said Coach Gepford.

Jennifer McMurphy had another double double with 28 points and 15 rebounds as did Cheyenne Lesmeister with 11 points and 11 rebounds. Alyx Gepford had 7 points, Morgan Nelson and Kayla Morris each had 4, Kayla Delozier and Lau-ren Wainscott each 2 and Alissa Jett 1.

Archie girls 56Miami 27

Archie girls easily ran out to a 27-3 first quarter lead and then coasted to a 56-27 win at Miami Monday. Archie improves to 19-3 and 4-1.

Lindsey Cornelius registered a double double with 12 points and 14 rebounds, Stefani Simms had 10 points, Jordan Schulte 9, Kally Kurzweil 6, Kendyl Thom-as 6 points and 5 assists and Les-lie Iseman 6 rebounds.

Summit ChristianAcademy boys 51

Butler 40Butler boys played very tough

but could not finish in the fourth quarter as Summit Christian won the conference game 51-40 last Friday on courtwarming. Butler led 13-7 in the first quarter and 24-22 at half and battled in the second half but made to many turnovers.

“We played them much

tougher than in December,” said Coach Hill, “but it would be nice to beat a team of that caliber.”

Trey Mareth had 15 points and 8 rebounds, Trenton Crow 7 points. Tanner McGuire 6, Aar-on Fritts 4, Wyatt Dodds 3, Jesse Waters 3 points and 7 rebounds, Kolten Kauffman 2 points.

Sherwood boys 50Butler 43

Butler boys defeated Sher-wood earlier, but last Saturday at Sherwood the Marksmen got revenge with a 50-43 conference win. Sherwood led 10-9, 22-18 and 34-28 after each of the first three quarters.

“A tough road loss,” said Coach Hill, “Sherwood was well prepared.”

Wyatt Dodds led Butler with 14 points, Trey Mareth had 6 points and 6 rebounds, Aaron Fritts 6 points, Blake Phelps 5, Tanner McGuire, Trenton Crow and Jesse Waters 4 each.

Butler girls 54Sherwood 52 (OT)

Butler trailed by 15 points with less than 3 minutes to go in the first half but cut it to 11 at halftime 36-25. They held Sherwood to only 16 points in the second half and overtime to win the game 54-52. This give the Lady Bears a 10-0 conference record.

“Incredible come from be-hind win for the Lady Bears,” said Coach Gepford. “What an incredible momentum builder for our team.”

Cheyenne Lesmeister had a triple double with 11 points, 13 rebounds and 10 steals, Jennifer McMurphy 12 points and 15 rebounds, Lauren Wainscott 11 points, Morgan Nelson 6, Alyx Gepford 3.

Butler girls 53Summit Christian Academy 33

For courtwarming last Friday the Butler Lady Bears ran over Summit Christian 63-33 for their 9th conference win. Butler led 21-4 after the first quarter and 41-16 at half.

Morgan Nelson led Butler with 12 points, Kayla Delozier had 11, Alyx Gepford 10 points and 6 steals, Alissa Jett 8 points, Jennifer McMurphy 9 points and 14 rebounds, Cheyenne Les-meister 4 points and 9 rebounds, Shelby Franklin 3 points, Kier-sten Morris, Kayla Morris and Bre Sargent 2 points each.

Archie girls 53Appleton City 20

Archie girls ran out to a 17-2 first quarter lead on courtwarm-ing night against Appleton City and never allowed Appleton City any breathing room on the way to a 53-20 conference win last Friday.

“This is such a special group of kids I have the privilege to coach,” said Coach Batchelder.

Alycia Fisher led Archie with 10 points, Stefani Simms had 8, Lindsey Cornelius had 8 points and 11 rebounds, Kendyl Thom-as had 8 points, Mallory Clark 6 rebounds.

Drexel boys 75Osceola 45

On courtwarming night, Drexel boys had no trouble in dispatching of Osceola with a 75-45 score. Drexel jumped out to a 29-8 first quarter lead the ev-eryone got to score.

“This game allowed us to get everyone playing time and get prepared for districts,” said Coach Bolton.

CJ Bolton poured in 31 points and had 7 rebounds, Blake Seba 11 points, Justin Thomas 8 points, Trevor Cooley 6 points and 14 assists, Austin Allen 6 points, Cody Russell 4, Trevor Stewart 3, Keifer Shipley 3 and Chris Wilson 1.

MBCA Class 1All-District

basketball teamBoys

C.J. Bolton, DrexelTrevor Cooley, DrexelTimmy Powell, MiamiEric Brownsberger, MontroseGrant Davis, NEVCStuart Meade, BallardWiley Miller, Hume.Blake Seba, DrexelRyan Good, MiamiDerek Dehart, Ballard

GirlsMorgan Eye, MontroseKendal Hart, MontroseMackenzie Oswald, BallardJessie Gunnels, DrexelPhlesia Foster, MontroseMakena Thompson, HumeEmily Brooks, HumeTimber Wainscott, BallardTara Freeman, DrexelHeather Reinke, Miami

Mostoutstanding

wrestlerBrendin Patrick, son of Mike and C.J. Patrick, had a great year in wrestling. Last weekend Butler Youth Wrestling went to the Sen-eca tournament. Brendin took first place and was awarded the Most Out-standing Wrestler belt for the entire Division 1. With a 17-0 record, he will be com-peting in state competition Feb. 26.—Submitted.

SPORTS CALENDAR

n Basketball Friday, Feb. 25 Archie @ Rich Hill (V) 5:30

Adrian @ Miami (JVB/VG/VB) 5:30

Butler Boys @ Crossroads Confer-ence Showdown

Hume @ Bronaugh (JVB,VG,VB) 5:30

Drexel @ Appleton City (JV/VG/VB 5:00

Feb. 28-March 5District Basketball

At Butler- Adrian (class 3)At Hume - Drexel, Ballard, Miami (class 1)At Appleton City - Rich Hill, Archie (class 2)

R-5 FBLA contestantsButler R-5 members of Future Business Leaders of America participated in District Contests Feb. 11, at the University of Central Missouri. Top 10 Results are as follows: (front row, from left): Nicole Sims-9th Place in Introduction to Business; Cayla Hardie-2nd Place in Chapter Newsletter; Natoshia Minor-2nd Place in Chapter Newsletter, 4th Place in Economics; Cheyenne Lesmeister-2nd Place in Chapter Newsletter, 3rd Place in Sports Management, 5th Place in Accounting II; Heather Lane-1st Place in Accounting II (State Qualifier), 2nd Place in Chapter Newsletter, 6th Place in Eco-nomics. Back row: Micah Nisely-7th Place in Network Concepts; Nathan McGuire-1st Place in Computer Problem Solving, 1st Place in Cyber Security (State Qualifier in both events).–Submitted.

Drexel studentsecond in

essay contestColumbia, Mo. • Miriam

Martin, a student with the Meadville FFA program, impressed the judges with her speech, “What do Bur-densome Regulations and Duroc Sows Have in Com-mon?” to win the FFA Pork Speaking Contest state fi-nals, held Feb. 9 at the Mis-souri Pork Expo.

Martin was one of six speakers to reach the state finals. Students qualified for the finals by winning their area, then district contest. With the victory, she earned a plaque and a check for $200.

Jessica Phillips, a mem-ber of the Drexel FFA chap-ter, placed second, earning $150.

Mo. Universitylists semester

graduatesColumbia, Mo. • The

Office of the Registrar at the University of Missouri released the names of stu-dents who graduated at se-mester. Included from this area were:

Adrian—Brittany Nicole Asburg, Bachelor of Sci-ence, Agricultural Educa-tion-BS with an emphasis on leadership.

Butler—Sarah Elisabeth Francis, Bachelor of Sci-ence, Animal Sciences-BS; James Arthur VanGordon, Master of Science, Electri-cal Engineering-MS. Included on

Kansas Uhonors list

Lawrence, Kan. • More than 4,500 undergraduate stu-dents at the University of Kan-sas earned honor roll distinc-tion for the fall 2010 semester.

Included are students from this immediate area.

Archie: Kelsey Marie Thomas, Business Undrgradu-ate, Senior.

Drexel: Ellen Christine Shannon, Liberal Arts & Sci Undergraduate, sophomore.

Rich Hill: Jessica Renee Brooks, Liberal Arts & Sci Un-dergraduate, Senior.

Ballardstudent ofthe month

Ballard R-2 School District is pleased to be working in conjunction with the Adrian Optimist Club to honor a Student of the Month for the 2010-2011 school year.

The January selectee is Derek DeHart, a senior, son of Kirk and Diana DeHart and Marla Flowers. Derek is a stu-dent who relates well with the student body. He has a carefree attitude but yet a desire to work hard in the classroom. Derek is a student who is concerned with his academics at Ballard R-2 and is constantly on the Honor Roll. Derek is also in-volved in basketball, baseball and FFA. His plans after grad-uation are to attend UCM and major in Criminal Justice.

He received a certificate of recognition and $20 in Adri-an Chamber of Commerce “Chamber Bucks” from the Adrian Optimist.

—Reported

Two family fun events atOhio Christian Church

Looking for something fun to do this weekend? Two great events and inviting worship are scheduled with your family in mind at Ohio Christian Church.

Exciting worship! Entertaining skits! Stirring testi-monies! Sounds like a Ladies Retreat at Ohio Christian Church. Girls, you are invited Feb. 26 to a day filled with fun and every ounce of God’s goodness when you start your weekend at a pajama party! You are invited to come comfy, dress casual and you can even wear your p.j.’s if you dare! It’s time to kick back and do what girls do best – Have fun.

The always delightful and energetic Lora Rucker of Deepwater shares her testimony and sweet spirit Satur-day morning and a bubbly beautician from Butler, Pam Maris-Morris, will show you what God’s marvelous mercies look like with a very special presentation in the afternoon. The ladies of Ohio have all kinds of wonder-ful surprises waiting for you and a thoughtful gift to take home.

Doors open at 9 a.m. for those who would like to join our early birds for coffee and juice. The program begins at 9:30 and a complimentary brunch will be served at 11:30. “Wake Up to God’s Goodness” since His mercies are new every morning!

Come back Sunday morning and bring the family when all come together for Sunday school and worship. Group studies for all ages begin at 9:30 a.m. Enjoy break-fast between 10:20 and 10:40 during our hospitality time. Then get ready to worship at 10:45 and dig into God’s Word under the guidance of pastor Alan D. Black.

It’s not over yet...cap off your fun-filled and Spirit-filled weekend with a rousing gospel concert by Phil and Pam Morgan at 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 27. They’ll be joined by their talented daughter Kayla for a wonderful night of great music featuring both new and familiar songs, amaz-ing instrumentals, and beautiful close family harmony. You won’t want to miss Pam’s heart-touching stories or the zany comedy from unpredictable Phil. A love offer-ing will be taken and complimentary refreshments served following the concert. It is hoped you’ll linger longer and get to know the Ohio family better.

Your weekend of blessings begins at Ohio Christian Church, located 7 miles west of Lowry City and 10 miles east of Appleton City on Hwy. A. For more information on any of these events, call 660-696-2333.–Reported.

10 News Xpress, Butler, Mo., Friday, February 25, 2011

PUBLIC NOTICES

TRUSTEE’S SALE IN RE: Jennifer A Read-Cardenas, An Unmarried Woman Trustee’s Sale:

For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Jennifer A Read-Cardenas, An Unmarried Woman dated September 15, 2006 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Bates County, Missouri in Book 867, Page 80 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Thursday, March 3, 2011 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 11:25 AM), at the East Front Door of the Court House, City of Butler, County of Bates, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Bates County, State of Missouri, to wit:

LOTS 7, 8, 9, AND 10, IN BLOCK 13, IN THE ORIGINAL TOWN OF AMSTERDAM, BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI.

to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee612 Spirit DriveSt. Louis, MO 63005(636) 537-0110File No: 125412.030311.231823 FC

NOTICE

Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

PUBLISH ON: February 4, 2011 02/11/2011, 02/18/2011, 02/25/2011

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TRUSTEE’S SALE

IN RE: Mary P Dunning f/k/a Mary P Niewrzel Trustee’s Sale:

For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Mary P Dunning f/k/a Mary P Niewrzel dated July 25, 2009 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Bates County, Missouri in Book 915, Page 181 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Thursday, March 10, 2011 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 11:25 AM), at the East Front Door of the Court House, City of Butler, County of Bates, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and situated in Bates County, State of Missouri, to wit:

A TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING AT A POINT 39 RODS NORTH AND 8 RODS EAST OF THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF SECTION 4, TOWNSHIP 41, RANGE 31, AND RUNNING THENCE NORTH 30 RODS, THENCE EAST 32 RODS, THENCE SOUTH 30 RODS, THENCE WEST 32 RODS TO POINT OF BEGINNING. ALL IN BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI.

to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee612 Spirit DriveSt. Louis, MO 63005(636) 537-0110File No: 126020.031011.233634 FC

NOTICE

Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

PUBLISH ON: February 11, 2011 02/18/2011, 02/25/2011, 03/04/2011

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TRUSTEE’S SALE

IN RE: Kenneth E. Bretch, Lana K. Bretch Trustee’s Sale:

For default in payment of debt and performance of obligation secured by Deed of Trust executed by Kenneth E. Bretch, Lana K. Bretch dated July 26, 2007 and recorded in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Bates County, Missouri in Book 882, Page 159 the undersigned Successor Trustee, at the request of the legal holder of said Note will on Thursday, March 10, 2011 between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., (at the specific time of 11:25 AM), at the East Front Door of the Court House, City of Butler, County of Bates, State of Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash the following described real estate, described in said Deed of Trust, and

situated in Bates County, State of Missouri, to wit:

THE EAST HALF OF LOTS FOUR (4) AND FIVE (5) AND ALL OF LOT SIX (6) IN BLOCK TWO (2) IN ATKINSON’S SECOND ADDITION TO THE CITY OF BUTLER BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI.

to satisfy said debt and cost.

MILLSAP & SINGER, P.C., Successor Trustee612 Spirit DriveSt. Louis, MO 63005(636) 537-0110File No: 93828.031011.233474 FC

NOTICE

Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, 15 U.S.C. §1692c(b), no information concerning the collection of this debt may be given without the prior consent of the consumer given directly to the debt collector or the express permission of a court of competent jurisdiction. The debt collector is attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

PUBLISH ON: February 11, 2011 02/18/2011, 02/25/2011, 03/04/2011

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE`S SALE

For default under the terms of the Deed of Trust executed by Nicole Phelan, dated September 25, 2006, recorded on September 26, 2006 in Book 867, Page 56, Office of the Recorder of Deeds, Bates County, Missouri, the undersigned Successor Trustee will on Monday, March 14, 2011, at 11:30 AM at the East Front Door of the Bates County Courthouse, One North Delaware, in Butler, Missouri, sell at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash:

The East 72 feet of Lot one (1) in Block one (1) of WILLIAM`S FIRST ADDITION to the Town now City of Butler, Bates County, Missouri, except the North 72 feet thereof,

to satisfy said debt and costs.

Martin, Leigh, Laws & Fritzlen, P.C.Successor TrusteeRichard L. Martin, President(816) 221-1430www.mllfpc.com

(Phelan, 5758.221) MARTIN, LEIGH, LAWS &

FRITZLEN, P.C., AS SUCCESSOR TRUSTEE, IS ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURTOF BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI

IN RE:WYAT JAYMES SILVERS

NOTICE OF CHANGE OF NAME

Public notice is given pursuant to §527.290 RSMo. that by order of the Bates County Circuit Court, entered on December 6, 2010, in Circuit Court Case No. 10BS-DR00093, the name of Wyatt Jaymes Silvers is changed to Wyatt James Chandler.

Dated: January 13, 2011.

Debra A. Hopkins, (s)Associate Judge

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NOTICE OF TRUSTEE’S SALE

Default having been made in the payment of the Note described in and secured by a Deed of Trust, dated May 7, 2007, executed by Tommy Menego and Michelle Menego, Husband and Wife, and recorded on June 4, 2007, in the Office of the Recorder of Deeds of Bates County, Missouri, in Book 879 at Page 142, and conveying to the trustee named therein the property in Bates County, Missouri, to-wit:

All of Lots one (1), two (2), three (3), four (4), five (5) and six (6) in Block Seventeen (17) in Connelly’s Addition to the Town, now City of Rich Hill, Bates County, Missouri.

at the request of the legal holder of said Note who has elected to accelerate and declare the entire indebtedness due and payable, and in accordance with the provisions of the said Deed of Trust, the undersigned Successor Trustee will, on March 14, 2011, at 2:00 P.M., sell said property at public vendue to the highest bidder for cash at the East front door of the Bates County Courthouse, in the City of Butler, County of Bates, State of Missouri, to satisfy said Note and costs.

Charter Trustee Services, Inc., Successor Trustee(913) 663-4455

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NOTICE OF ELECTION OF SUPERVISORS

BATES COUNTY SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT

To all land representatives of any farms lying within Bates County, Missouri notice is hereby given that on the 10th day of March 2011, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. an election will be held to elect the required number of supervisors to the Board of Supervisors of the Bates County Soil and Water Conservation District. Pursuant to the provisions of the Missouri Code of State Regulations, Title 10, Division 70, Chapter 2 (10 CSR 70-2.010 & 2.020).

All land representatives of any farm lying within Bates County, Missouri are eligible to vote. A land representative is the owner, or representative authorized by power-of-attorney, of any farm lying within any area of the district; provided, however, that any land representative must be a taxpayer of the county within which the SWCD is location.

Eligible voters shall cast their votes at the following polling location(s):

USDA Building, 625 W. Nursery, Butler, MO 64730.

Please note that all land representatives, so designated by power of attorney, must present their properly signed POA form, to the election judges at the time of voting.

Chairperson signature:Darrell Stevener (s)Date: 2/18/11

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NOTICE TO CONTRACTORS

Sealed proposals, addressed to:Bates County IndustriesAttn: Pam MartinP.O. Box 535Butler, Missouri 64730

An endorsed “Proposal” for construction services associated with the building additions for Bates County Industries in Butler, Bates County, will be received by the Executive Director until 10:00 o’clock A.M. (Prevailing Local Time) on the 22nd day of March, 2011 at the office of the Executive Director and at that time will be publicly opened and read aloud.

The proposed work includes: The construction of a 60’x80’ building addition, 40’x40’ storage addition, 12’x60’ recycling terminal, site grading and modifications to the existing Bates County Industries building located in Butler, Missouri, The wage rates applicable to this

project have been predetermined as required by law and are set forth in the appendices. When Federal wage rates are applicable and included, this contract is subject to “Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act of 1962”, (P.L. 87-581: 76 Stat. 357) and implementing regulations. Contractor must pay the higher of the two wage rates for this project. Attention of bidders is particularly called to the requirements as to conditions of employment to be observed and minimum wage rates to be paid under the contract, Section 3, Segregated Facility, Section 109, and E.O. 11246.

Bates County Industries hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively insure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, minority business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, ancestry, or national origin in consideration for and award. The Owner, City, State and Engineer reserves the right to inspect the project at any time deemed necessary.

Plans and specifications MUST BE purchased from Whitehead Consultants, Inc., 114 North Main Street, Clinton, Missouri 64735. Complete instructions to bidders, Bid documents, specifications and construction plans will be available for a non-refundable fee of $150 per set for new bidders and a fee of $50 for previous plan holders.

Proposals must be submitted in the original bound bid booklet, and all forms provided with all blanks filled out either typed or hand written in ink.

The right is reserved to reject any or all bids.

Bidder must post a 5% bid bond and provide Performance and Payment bonds for 100% of the anticipated contract amount.

No bidder may withdraw his or her bid within 90 days after the actual date of the opening thereof.

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURTOF BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI

GENERAL DIVISION

JANET LYNN MCELWAINandROSE MARY MYRLENE ARLANDPlaintiffs,vs.LORA MARGUERITE LARSONandWILMA JEAN MCELWAINDefendants.

CASE No. 10BS-CC00053

NOTICE OF PARTITION SALE

TAKE NOTICE THAT on MARCH 21, 2011, at 1:30 p.m. on the order of the Honorable James K. Journey, Circuit Judge of Bates County, Missouri, the undersigned sheriff of Bates County, Missouri will sell to the highest bidder, for cash, real property described as follows:

TRACT 1:THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER; THE SOUTH HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER; AND ALL THAT PART OF THE NORTH HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER LYING SOUTH AND EAST OF THE MIDDLE OF THE MARAIS DES CYGNES RIVER, ALL IN SECTION SEVENTEEN (17), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-EIGHT (38), OF RANGE THIRTY (30), BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI. EXCEPT ALL THAT PART OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF SECTION SEVENTEEN (17), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-EIGHT (38), RANGE THIRTY (30), LYING WEST OF THE MARAIS DES CYGNES RIVER, ALL IN BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI. ALSO EXCEPT THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER OF THE SOUTHEAST QUARTER AND THAT PART OF THE EAST HALF OF THE NORTHEAST QUARTER LYING SOUTH OF THE MARAIS DES CYGNES RIVER ALL IN SECTION SEVENTEEN (17), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-EIGHT (38), RANGE THIRTY (30), BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI.

TRACT 2:THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY-THREE (23), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-EIGHT (38), RANGE THIRTY (30), BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI. EXCEPT THE WEST 125 FEET OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY-THREE (23), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-EIGHT (38), RANGE THIRTY (30), BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI. ALSO EXCEPT A TRACT OF LAND DESCRIBED AS BEGINNING 125 FEET EAST OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY-THREE (23), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-EIGHT (38), RANGE THIRTY (30), FOR THE POINT OF BEGINNING OF THE LAND TO BE DESCRIBED; RUNNING THENCE EAST 1195 FEET; THENCE SOUTH 1320 FEET, MORE OR LESS TO THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID SOUTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER; RUNNING THENCE WEST 1195 FEET; THENCE NORTH TO THE POINT OF BEGINNING, ALL BEING IN BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI. ALSO EXCEPT THE EAST 290 FEET OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION TWENTY THREE (23), TOWNSHIP THIRTY-EIGHT (38), RANGE THIRTY (30), BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI.Said sale shall take place and

be conducted at the east door of the Bates County Courthouse, in

Butler Missouri.

Dated: February 25, 2011

CHAD ANDERSON, SHERIFF OF BATES COUNTY

DATES OF PUBLICATION: February 25, 2011, and March 4, 11, and 18, 2011

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURTOF BATES COUNTY, MISSOURI

ASSOCIATE DIVISION

BUTLER ABSTRACT & TITLECOMPANY OF BATES COUNTY, INC., Petitioner,vs.JOHN GORMAN andANGELA C. COLE,Respondents.

Case No.: 10BS-AC00321

NOTICE UPON ORDERFOR SERVICE BY PUBLICATION

The State of Missouri to Respondents: John Gorman and Angela C. Cole

You are hereby notified that an action has been commenced against you in the Circuit Court for Bates County, Missouri, the object and general nature of which is: in interpleader action to disburse funds held in escrow.

The names of all parties to said action are stated above in the caption hereof and the name and address of the attorney for Petitioner is M. Blane Baker, Baker Law Firm, L.L.C., P. O. Box 565, Osceola, MO 64776.

You are further notified that, unless you file an answer or other pleading or shall otherwise appear and defend against the aforesaid petition within 45 days after the 18th day of March 2011, judgment by default will be rendered against you.

WITNESS my hand and seal of the Circuit Court this 22 day of February, 2011.

Diana L. Rich (s)Circuit Clerk

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NOTICE OF CHANGEIN CONTROL

A notification has been submitted to the Federal Reserve System by Randal and Melissa Shannon as individuals and members of the Shannon Family Group, Drexel Missouri and Angela Blume as a member of the Shannon Family Group, of Louisburg Kansas, to acquire control of Amsterdam Bancshares, Amsterdam Missouri (Subsidiary bank is Citizens Bank of Amsterdam, Amsterdam Missouri). You are invited to submit written comments on this notification to the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City, One Memorial Drive, Kansas City, Missouri 64198. The comment period will not end before March 17, 2011. If you need information about how to submit your comments, contact Mr. Dennis Denney, Assistant Vice President of the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City at (816) 881-2633. The Federal Reserve will consider your comments if they are received by the Reserve Bank on or before the last date of the comment period.

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Detailed Financial Statementof West Point Township

Combined Administrative FundRoad & Bridge FundFiscal Year Beginning

January 1, 2010 &Ending December 31, 2010

Bond Indebtedness $0All Other Indebtedness $0Assessed Valutation As Of May 31, 2010 $6,972,000Maximum Tax Rate Permitted By Law Road & Bridge Tax Rate $.5062 Administrative Tax Rate $.0955Amount Tax Rate Levied By Township Board Road & Bridge Tax Rate $.5062 Administrative Tax Rate $.0955Beginning Balance From All Funds 1-1-2010 $36,637.28Receipts CART monies $8,412.00 Property Tax $39,520.71 Interest $256.26 Other $1,345.48Total Receipts From All Sources $49,534.45Expenditures Rock $32,820.70 Payroll $9,887.00 Insurance $2,394.00 Other $11,929.35Total Expenditures Made $57,031.05Ending Balance From All Funds 12-31-2010 $29,140.68Township Inventory Real Property $0 Equipment $36,500.00 Supplies $0Total Inventory As Of December 31, 2010 $36,500.00CD $14,324.09

Bill Read (s)Clerk of West Point Township

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REAL ESTATETRANSFERSLUCILLE MUNDEY

Bates County Recorder of Deeds

Feb. 11-17, 2011Carl Ferguson & Susan Fergu-

son to Carl Ferguson, Susan Fergu-son, Thomas E. Ferguson & Harla A. Ferguson: Part of Sec. 12, Twp. 42, Range 32, described.

Michael Swarnes, Amberlee Swarnes, Jordan Fletcher, Saman-tha Fletcher, David Fletcher & Pa-tricia Fletcher to John Laughlin:

Lots 18, 19, 20, 21, 22 & 23, Blk 13, Walnut nka Foster.

Wilma Jean Parsons to Patri-cia Ann Bradley: Lots 1 & 2, Blk 81 & Lot 4, Blk 78, original town, Rich Hill; Lot 1, Blk 3, William’s Addn., Rich Hill.

Millsap & Singer (suc trustee), Chistine L. Douty & Dale G. Douty III to Bank of America: Part of Lot 3, Blk 2, William’s 1st Addn., Butler, described.

S&W Foreclosure Corporation (suc trustee) & Rachel Dawson to Wells Fargo Bank: W/2 of Lot 3, all of Lot 4, Blk 5, Louis F. Page’s Addn., Adrian.

Lawrence A. Walley & Mary E. Walley to Brent N. Bettels & Piper R. Bettels: Part of Sec. 8, Twp. 40, Range 33, described.

Elmo Sergent Jr. & Carolyn S. Sergent to Brent N. Bettels & Piper R. Bettels:Part of Sec. 9, Twp. 40, Range 33, described.

Secretary of USA (Veterans Affairs) and Secretary of Veterans Affairs to Linn Nitsche (trustee) & Nitsche Family Trust (6-10-2009): Lot 4, Lynwood Estate Subdiv., Butler.

Orlando Goossen & Almeta Goossen to Orlando Goossen (trustee), Almeta R. Goossen (trustee) & Goossen trust 1-20-2011: Part of Sec. 1, Twp. 38, Range 31 & 5-38-30, described.

Orlando Goossen & Almeta Goossen to Orlando Goossen (trustee), Almeta R. Goossen (trustee) & Goossen trust 1-20-2011: Part of Sec. 4, Twp. 38, Range 30 & 5-38-30, described.

Joanne F. Ashley & William L. Ashley to William L. Ashley & Joanne F. Ashley: Part of Sec. 20, Twp. 39, Range 29 & 7-39-29 & 17-39-29, described.

Secretay of Housing & Urban Development to Donald G. Bain & Anna E. Bain: E/2 of Lot 8 & all Lot 9 & W/2 of Lot 10, Blk 34, original town, Rich Hill.

June Fuller, Garland Warren Fuller & Joyce Fuller to William Perkey & Julia Perkey: Tract 1—N 75 ft. of Lot 2, Blk 52, original town, Rich Hill; Tract 2—N 75 ft. of Lot 1, Blk 52, original town, Rich Hill.

Elizabeth Robinson to Robert Dahman: N/2 of Blk 164, Towm Co.’s 2nd Addn., Rich Hill.

Becky Yohe & Becky Tourtillott (fka) to Mark Yohe: Part of Sec. 11, Twp. 38, Range 32, described.

ASSOCIATE DIVISION COURT

Debra Hopkins, JudgeBecky Robb, Clerk

Traffic & Small ClaimsJean Galloway

January 17-February 11, 2011

State vs. Richard P. Barclay, DWI, guilty plea, fined $500, $104.50 costs, MSHP of $175, board bill of $175, $10 CVC, sentenced to 6 months (SES) and placed on probation 2 years on conditions attend SATOP and VIP and serve 5 days shock. Cassie N. Cozby, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $200 2gp. Nicole M. Ellis, speeding, $83 written guilty plea. Joni M. Fay-Gonzales, speeding, $133 written guilty plea. Kenneth M. Lalla, I-fail to equip vehicle with horn; II-fail to fasten seatbelt, $266 written guilty plea. Christo-pher J. Lesnefsky, refused to sur-render drivers license, $485 written guilty plea. Kaleigh R. Lock, fail to display plates, $83 written guilty plea. Harold V. Morgan III, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $256 writ-ten guilty plea. Michael S. Oberly, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $180 written guilty plea. Johnny L. Poe, property damage, guilty plea, sentenced to 6 months (SES) and placed on probation 2 years on conditions perform 40 hours com-munity service, pay $10 CVC and $104.50 costs. Stephen G. Pulliam, speeding, $83 written guilty plea.

Kisha D. Schaberg, speeding, guilty plea, fined $100 and $66.50 costs. Kisha D. Schaberg, fail to maintain insurance, guilty plea, fined $100 and $66.50 costs. Kisha D. Schaberg, assault, guilty plea, sentenced to 6 months (SES) and placed on probation 2 years on conditions perform 40 hours com-munity service, pay $10 CVC and $104.50 costs. Colleen N. Udell, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $200 written guilty plea. Craig G. Wainit, fail to equp vehicle with horn, $256.50 written guilty plea. Kaleb E. Yohe, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $130 written guilty plea. Leonard E. Bartz III, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $60 written guilty plea. Antwoine D. Brown, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $200 written guilty plea. Stephanie M. Brown, fail to fasten seatbelt, $10 written guilty plea. Jonathan E. Cameron, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $250 writ-ten guilty plea. Shawnya E. Cas-son, speeding, $133 written guilty plea. Roger L. Fink, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $160 written guilty plea. Cindy S. Geiger, fail to register, $83 written guilty plea. Kelly A. Harmon, fail to equip

vehicle with horn, $200 written guilty plea. Maurice Hylton, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $256 writ-ten guilty plea.

Michael W. Jensen, refused to surrender license, $485 written guilty plea. Kamran Khan, parked in prohibited area, $260 written guilty plea. Jesse M. Lefebure, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $180 written guilty plea. Jerry L. Lemka, overweight, $336.50 written guilty plea. Steven S. Lewellen, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $200 written guilty plea. William C. McCollough, speeding, $133 writ-ten guilty plea. Shelly L. McVay, refused to surrender license, $485 written guilty plea. Isaac P. Ortiz, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $256 written guilty plea. Matthew D. Packwood, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $200 written guilty plea. Travis L. Vanvoorst, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $200 written guilty plea. Muse M. Yussuf, fail to equip vehicle with horn, $160 writ-ten guilty plea. Joshua E. Brown, theft/stealing, defendant waives preliminary hearing and is bound over to Circuit Court for arraign-ment. Dennis J. Howard, distrib-ute/deliver not more than 5 grams of marijuana, preliminary hearing is held and defendant is bound over to Circuit Court for arraignment.

Johnny L. Poe, theft/stealing, defendant waives preliminary hear-ing and is bound over to Circuit Court for arraignment. Jonathan E. Horrighs, possess controlled substance, defendant waives pre-liminary hearing and is bound over to Circuit Court for arraignment. Charles M. Stout, distribute/deliv-er/manufacture/ attempt to possess with intent, defendant waives pre-liminary hearing and is bound over to Circuit Court for arraignment.

Bonnie Austin, Mark Austin vs. Patricia Selby, judgment for Plain-tiff for $1,052.50. Midland Funding LLC vs. David Cowhick, judgment for Plaintiff for $4,159.24, interest of $131.27 and costs; interest to accrue at 9% per annum.

Ozark Financial Group LLC vs. Linda Enlow, judgment for Plaintiff for COUNT I-$2,176.94, interest of $1,398.55, attorney fees of $326.54; COUNT II-$5,114.90, interest of $3, 286.01, attorney fees of $767.23 and COUNT III-$4,52690, interest of $2,821.79, at-torney fees of $679.03 and costs.

Discover Bank vs. Diane M. Bishop, judgment for Plaitniff for $6,950.64, attorney fees of $1,042.60 and costs; interest to ac-crue at 9% per annum.

Capital One Bank (USA) vs. James C. Womelduff, judgment for Plaintiff for $966.33, interest of $603.30, attorney fees of $144.95 and costs.

Four Star Financial Group vs. Donna L. Parker, judgment for Plaintiff for $4,552.91, interest of $3,735.85, attorney fees of $682.94 and costs; interest to continue at 22.95% per annum.

Gemini Capital Group LLC vs. Brian Gregory, judgment for Plaintiff for $13,226.37, inter-est of $2,586.39, attorney fees of $1,983.95 and costs; interest to ac-crue at 21% per annum.

Cedar County Memorial Hospi-tal vs. Denise L. Davis, judgment for Plaintiff for $2,723.54, interest of $562.76 and costs; interest to accrue at 9% per annum.

Saint Luke’s Medical Group vs. Jeffrey S. Kimbrell, judgment for Plaintiff for $431, interest of $99.37 and costs; interest to accrue at 9% per annum.

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COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY: 660-679-3951. z

FOUND: Country Home Heat-ing & Cooling in LaCygne area. Have A/C service will travel. Call Dennis Bland. 620-224-6629, 1-800-416-0727. z

RELAY FOR LIFE QUILT SHOW: Looking for quilts to be displayed at a Quilt Show on March 4 & 5 at the Adrian Optimist Building, Adrian, MO. To enter call 660-679-3796 or 660-679-6277 or bring to Rock-ing Chair Quilts in Butler, MO. between Feb. 26 and March 3. b

WANTED: I’m trying to locate the lady who gave me a pup-py in front of Walmart store in Butler last spring, small mixed breed black with brown feet. If you would happen to read this please call 660-679-6495 as I would like another dog because mine died. a

ADOPTION: Love, Security, a happy home. Married couple wish to share this and much more with newborn. Expenses paid. Call Colleen at 1-800-427-2281. a

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DO YOU QUALIFY TO RE-CEIVE A FREE CELL PHONE: With free minutes. Come by Video Plaza to find out. Also selling reload pins for most car-riers. 201 N. Main, Butler. 660-679-4200 2b23

MOBILE HOME SERVICE: Homes moved & set (incl bsmt set), releveling, skirting installa-tion, etc. 913-244-4203. z

SCHUMAN’S VINYL SIDING & MORE: Siding, soffitt, facia, windows, free estimates. Call Clint, 660-200-5484, 660-679-3364. z

PERFECT HEAT: No inside mess, forced air heat, wood warmth and all the hottest wa-ter you can use. 660-598-4191. HARDY OUTSIDE WOOD-BURNING STOVE. z

R.B. CONSTRUCTION: Bobcat, backhoe, rock hammer & dump truck work, driveways, culverts, excavation, water lines, septic systems, gradework, building pads, pond work, tree work, fallout shelters sold & installed, concrete tear out & replace, etc. Reasonably priced, quality work. Call Rex 660-925-3138, cell 816-510-0048. z

MUSEUM’S ROBERTSON HALL: Is available to rent year around. Parties, meeting, seminars, weddings, be sure to book ahead. For information 660-679-0134. 1&3eowz

GRP CONSTRUCTION: 660-679-1375. All types of remodel-ing, bathrooms, kitchens, floor-ing, texturing, decks, windows, trenching, licensed electrician and plumber. zfp

R&K CONSTRUCTION: Vinyl siding, windows, home repair, certified vinyl installer, free es-timates. Roy Welliver, 660-267-3698. z

PAINT AND BODY WORK: Paint that classic or antique car, reasonable prices. Call Joe 816-250-2462. z

HAIL DAMAGE: Roof and sid-ing repair. For free estimate call R&K Construction, Roy Welliv-er, 816-804-5297. z

ROY LEWIS CONSTRUC-TION: New or remodel, over 20 years experience. Kitchen or bath remodel, decks, win-dow & door replacement, trim, dry wall, electrical, roofing, any type of home or barn repair. 816-738-1238, z

CUSTOM DRAPERIES & UP-HOLSTERY: Blinds, shades, verticals and minis, reasonable 40 years experience. 660-267-3103. z

REPAIR & PARTS for all brands available at Del’s. We also do service calls. Del’s Appliance, Heating & Cooling, 56 E. Main, Adrian, 816-297-2228. z

YES: We buy, sell and trade antiques and collectibles. The Dusty Attic, 813 North Orange, Butler, Missouri. 660-679-9911. Open 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. every-day. z

FOR ALL YOUR CARPET & up-holstery cleaning needs please call Cliffs Carpet Cleaning 660-679-5657. z

PARKER’S CHIMNEY SER-VICE: Cleaning, inspection, repairs, all major credit cards accepted. Licensed & insured. www.ParkersChimney.com 660-424-0970. z

DIAMOND DRYWALL: 20 years experience. Taping, finishing, some hanging, spraying and texturing. Call for estimates. Cell 913-208-8778, home 816-619-4670. 2&4eow

DAVE’S KITCHEN CABINET REFACING: Get a new kitchen look for a friction of the cost by replacing your doors and drawer fronts. Also fireplace mantles and any other cabi-net needs. No job too small. Licensed, Bonded, Insurance. 20 years experience. View my website at www.davescabin-etrefacing.com 417-389-4475. z1345wom

STUMP REMOVAL: Quality service, reasonable rates, Call for estimates. Daryl Koehn 417-395-2475. z

MIKE SHEPARD FENCING: and Bobcat Work. Bid per job. 660-492-2070. z

FOUNDATION ISSUES? Don’t waste big $ with fancy com-panies that charge more be-cause of expensive TV ads. We can help! Mason with over 25 years experience. Call Jerry @ Mattingley Masonry, 816-862-6818. z

ERNEST MOORE CON-STRUCTON: 30 Years experi-ence, new construction, remod-el, roof, pole barns, bathrooms, decks and trim. Call 660-200-5167 or 816-297-8807, leave a message. z

LICENSED CONTRACTOR & CREW: Will volunteer to make repairs & remodel residential or business for at will donations. All proceeds to help those less fortunate with housing, food,clothing and career train-ing and construction trades. We are a local faith based com-pany giving freely to help you to help us to help others. Also needing donations of materi-als.816-291-5467. z

SUPER DEAL: Double pane vi-nyl replacement windows $165 installed. MO-KAN Siding and Windows. 1-877-44MOKAN. 1-877-446-6526. z

OUTDOOR WOOD HEAT-ERS: Forced hot air, $1595 + tax. Ogle’s Wood Heaters, 417-944-2406 - 417-684-2347. 2&4womz

STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPAIRS: Import, semi truck, farm and industrial. Belton Auto Electric, 608 N. Scott, Belton, Mo., 64012. 816-322-6324 z

IF YOUR BUDGET IS STRETCHED ON WELDING SUPPLIES: Then check out my prices before you pay too much. Roger’s Oxygen and Acetylene Service, office 660-679-5368 or cell 660-679-7187.

NEED HOME REPAIRS? C&D Remodeling does it all. Siding, windows, roofing, add ons, trim work, flooring, etc. 660-227-9960

HOMETOWN CONSTRUC-TION: Basement wall repair, foundation repair, mobile home foundations, blocks, siding, window, carpet & tile. Depend-able work, Reasonable rates. 660-424-9205. z

JIM’S HOME REPAIR & FENC-ING: All types home repairs, room additions, decks, garages, chain link & privacy fencing. Call Jim Campbell @ 660-679-6907.

LOOOOOK: Quality vinyl sid-ing installed with 3/8 insulation $225 a square. Super Deal Won’t Last. Call Now. 10 square minimum. 1-877-44MOKAN.

AUTO DETAILING: We offer a complete line of auto cleaning services. No job too small. Full service car washes starting at $7.95. 660-464-0844

WILDBLUE SATELLITE SPEED INTERNET: Fast, af-fordable, available in rural ar-eas. Doesn’t tie up phone lines. Call today for free installation and our latest offers. Satire Sat-ellite Systems, 866-994-6363. 3a16

CHILD CARE AVAILABLE: In Adrian area. Irregular hours okay. All ages. 816-297-4094 or 816-812-1145. a

JOSH GREGORY RECY-CLING AND AUTO SALVAGE: We buy copper, brass and all kinds of aluminum, lead/batter-ies, cars, trucks, old machinery and appliances. 660-227-9512 4a23

STARTER & ALTERNATOR REPAIRS: Import, semi truck, farm and industrial. Light House Auto Sales & Repair, 608 N. Scott, Belton, MO 64012. 816-322-6324 z

FOR SALE: 1/2 processed beef 375 lb, $2.60 per lb, includes processing fee. 660-643-7689. 2b23

CAN’T WORK: Disabled? So-cial Security Disability claim de-nied? Free consultation. No fee until you get paid. BTS Group, Inc. Specializes in hearings and appeals. Read the testimo-nials at www.btsgroupinc.com, 1-800-466-0606. z

LOOKING FOR AN AFFORD-ABLE: Medicare Supplement? Call David Noble 1-800-838-5576. z

NEW & USED HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT: Clean, good con-dition items at affordable dis-counted prices, shower chairs, self standing commodes, raised toilet seats, canes, crutches, walkers, aluminum reach grab-ber, wheelchairs and more. If you’re household budget is stretched, check with “This-N-That Sales”, Butler, Mo. 660-679-7748. z

DIABETIC TEST STRIPS WANTED: Most brands need-ed. I will pay cash. Call Tom 417-667-2286. 4b2

WANTED: Tire/Lube Tech., experience required. Location: Sawyer Tire, Greenfield, MO. Call 417-637-2663 to apply. z

HELP WANTED AMSTERDAM CAFE: Waitress/Cook, full or part time. . Amsterdam Cafe, Amsterdam,,Mo. 660-267-3209 z

AGRICULTURE EQUIPMENT SALES POSITION: Hartzler Equipment Company is looking for qualified, sales candidates with at least two years, Ag. Equipment sales (or related) ex-perience. This individual must be self-motivated and depend-able, with strong relationship selling skills. Candidates must also possess effective commu-nication skills (verbal & written). This position will require a de-termined, results-driven individ-ual, with excellent soft-people skills. The candidate must have the ability to sell themselves, the dealership and the services provided by the dealership after the sale of equipment. Interest-ed applicants may hand deliver resumes at the above address (ATTN: Linn Nitsche), or email resumes to AgEquipment09@gmail.com z

SERVICE TECHNICIAN OPENING: For dependable candidate with two years tech-nical school degree or com-parable experience - servicing farm equipment. HEC offers a competitive hourly wage and benefits. Interested applicants can mail or drop off resumes at the above address. ATTN: Linn Nitsche, or email resumes to AgEquipment09@gmail.com z

HELP WANTED: Full time or part time Avon representative. 40% commission, Contact Julie , 816-258-1421 or visit www.youravon.com/julieammerman z

BUTLER SCHOOL: Is seeking applications for a certified LPN for the elementary school for the 2011-2012 school year. The position is for 9 months, 7.5 hours per day, the rate of pay will be based upon experience (entry level 12.11 per hour) and district life/health insur-ance is paid. Applications can come by the central office at 420 South Fulton to receive an application or contact the office at 660-679-0653. All applicants must be able to pass a high-way patrol background check. Application deadline is March 31, 2011. Butler Schools is an equal opportunity employer. 2b23

DRIVER: Company CDL-A $1500 sign on bonus. Assigned newer trucks with APU’s dry van, flatbed, and intermodal positions. Benefits, bonuses big company freight/small com-pany respect. Connie 866-374-8487. a

DRIVERS: CDL-A teams get home every weekend. Teams start at 62cpm split ++. Must qualify for Hazmat endorse-ment and security clearance. Dan Howard: 1-417-623-6885, ext 2189, www.RandRtruck.com 2a23

MONTROSE R-XIV SCHOOL: Has an opening for a full time and part time kitchen assistant. Apply in person 307 E. 2nd St., Montrose, MO 64770. Mon-Fri 660-693-4812. EOE b

DRIVERS: Local KC area. Home every night. Great pay. Must have dump truck. Paid tags, insurance. 24/7 dispatch. 816-785-5174. 2a23

SOCIAL SECURITY DISABIL-ITY: Claim denied? Free con-sultation. No fee until you get paid. BTS Group, Inc. special-izes in appeals and hearings. Read the testimonials at www.btsgroupinc.com, 1-800-466-0606 z

NOTICE: Protect what you have with insurance from COOK IN-SURANCE Agency, Inc., 660-679-6188, Butler, Mo. z

ROCKVILLE RURAL HOUS-ING: Is accepting bids for mowing. Send bids to 102 Lakeview Road, Rockville, MO 64780 or phone 660-598-4565. 2b16

BOER GOATS: Kidding late February, www.easyriding-horses.com for photos, 417-214-1965 or 417-214-1949. 2b16

LIMOUSIN BULLS: Blacks and Reds, Limousin females bred & open, Double J Ranch, 417-842-3353, Ron cell 417-214-0279, Will cell 417-350-9810. z

CORN FED BUFFALO: Sold by pound, 1/4, 1/2 or whole, Also $50 or $75 bundles. Call for hours and directions. Scott Farms, 660-476-5843, Apple-ton City. z

WANTED TO BUY: Horses, Sheep, Goats, Cattle, Trailers, Saddles and Tack. Will pay cash. 417-391-6422 z

BULLS FOR SALE: Black An-gus Simmental and Sim Angus. Ready to work 417-214-0290 or 417-825-3022. 2b16

REGISTERED TEXAS LONG-HORNS: Bred cows and heif-ers, bulls, weaning calves, www.easyridinghorses.com for photos. 417-214-1965 or 417-214-1949. 2b16

OSSABAW ISLAND PIGS: All ages, gilts, barrows, www.easyridinghorses.com for pho-tos. 417-214-1965 or 417-214-1949. 2b16

FOR SALE: All banded hom-ing pigeons $5 each. 816-297-4186. 4a23

FOR SALE: Shiffon puppies Brussels Griffon and Shistzu mix. 3 months old all shots and papers $50 each. Cut and fuzzy. 417-884-2839 b

REGISTERED 5 YEAR OLD ANGUS BULL: Very gentle, test $1500. 816-297-2785 a

LOST OR STOLEN: Older fe-male Beagle east of Archie has been missing for 2-3 weeks. If you have any information please call 816-738-1428. Her family really misses her. a

GELBVIEH AND BALANCER BULLS: For sale, forage devel-oped, calving ease, red polled bulls. Call Lonnie 417-448-9006 or 417-843-3146. 2a23

AUSTRALIAN SHEPHERD PUPPIES: Registered and wormed Blue Merle $250 and Red Tri $150. 417-825-9451 a

LOST: Black heifer 18 & FF Hwy. 816-277-7865. b

FOR SALE: Pug puppies 9 weeks, fawn, full bred $200 OBO. 816-258-2814. a

FOR SALE: Farm machinery & equipment. 816-682-4808. z

STIHL CHAIN SAWS: Trim-mers, electric & gas powered blowers. Parts and service available. J&E Enterprises, 660-598-6725 south of water tower, Rockville, Mo. z

FOR SALE: Used parts, for tractors, combines and other farm machinery. Austin Sal-vage, Butler, Mo. 660-679-4080. Let phone ring several times, please! z

LOOKING TO RENT TILLABLE FARM GROUND: In Archie, Adrian, Butler area, paying top dollar cash or shares any sizes. 816-590-4089. 2&4womz

FOR SALE: Bushhog brand rotary cutters, 5 ft. - 20 ft. Zero turn mowers, 36 in. - 73 in. Schell City T&T, Schell City, Mo. 417-432-3101. z

HAY FOR SALE: Large round or small square bales, cow or horse quality. Also alfalfa & straw. 785-587-7840 or 913-377-4537. z

FOR SALE: Walker Zero turn, 16 hp Kohler, 42” deck w/factory bagger, $1500. 417-682-5712 days, 417-682-5130 days. z

BIG ROUND BALES OF HAY: Brome, prairie & fescue, LaCygne, KS area. 913-259-0032. 12b8

FOR SALE SQUARE BALES: Mixed hay, alfalfa red clover, orchard grass $3 per bale. 816-804-5297 z

ZETOR TRACTOR 4321: 59 hp, cab with ac, heat with self leveling loader, 2004 with 1500 hrs, excellent cond. $18,000; Zentury-Branson 2003, 4x4, diesel, 45 hp with loader, 1000 hrs $9,950; 16 ft. flatbed bum-per hitch trailer, good condition $700. 816-618-3221 or 816-805-1674 4b2

FOR SALE: Kenland red clo-ver seed, cleaned and germed. 417-394-2671 or 417-540-7845. 4a2

FOR SALE SMALL SQUARE BALES: Prairie hay. 417-394-2671 or 417-540-7845. 4a2

BROME HAY: Square bales. 660-267-3321, 816-520-8056. Dennis Slattery. 4a2

HAY FOR SALE: Big round bales, Brome 4x5 wrapped $20 outside hay; $30 inside. Drexel 816-657-2163 4a16

HEY FARMERS: You need ex-tra money you might have this money in your backyard. Want-ing to buy standing timber pric-es are high. We don’t damage other timbers we use loaders instead of other skidders and dozers which damage other timber. Experienced, free pric-ing. 816-590-4089 1&3womz

FOR SALE: Tractor loader for a small tractor $800. 660-492-2961 2b16

FOR SALE: Massey Fergu-son 65 tractor, very nice con-dition $3000. 660-492-2961 2b16

FOR SALE: Allis Chalmers WD tractor, very nice condition with 3 point hitch and wide front $1750. 660-492-2961 2b16

FOR SALE: Big round bales of hay $15. Appleton City area. 660-492-0459 2b16

FOR SALE: Small square bales of Alfalfa hay. Also wanted horse drawn farm machinery, Maytag wringer washing machine. Dan J. Mullet, 2254 160th St., Ma-pleton, KS. 66754. 2a16

FOR SALE: 16 ft. grain bed with twin hoist, good condition $2500; 2 New Holland 488 hay bines $2000 each; Ford 3 pt. side delivery rake $400. 816-668-2620 or 816-250-2667. 2b16

FORD 14’ HEAVY DUTY OFF-SET DISC: New 24” blades and bearings $4600; New Hol-land TD100 20’ finishing disc 21” blades, extra heavy duty 1 3/4” axles. New cylinders, new bearings $4500. 417-359-3719. 4a23

FOR SALE: Kinze 2500 8/15 planter, field ready, $28,500. 816-522-9153. a

FOR SALE: Red clover seed, Robert Brownback, Parker, KS 913-898-4792. 4b23

MEDIUM RED CLOVER SEED: For sale $1.35 lb call 620-238-0448 or 913-756-2275. 2a23

HAY: 50 heavy big round bales of grass hay. 660-679-1056 or 417-395-4440. 2b23

WANT TO RENT PASTURE: Keep mowed and fences re-paired. Fred Sieker, 660-679-5928. 2b23

HAY FOR SALE: Big round bales fescue mix hay in barn, $25, Rich Hill. Call 417-395-2191 or 395-2397. b

FOR SALE: Red clover, les-pedeza and fescue seed. Cox Feed, Butler, MO. 660-679-4621. b

BALLARD FEED SALE: Feb. 23-28. 16’ med. duty gates reg. $110, sale $75; 10’ poly feed bunks reg. $120 sale $95; 8’ concrete feed bunks reg. $165 sale $135; Kent mag mineral buy 9 get 1 free; 50# 13-13-13 fertilizer reg. $18 sale $15.50; Cydectin 5 liter pour on wormer reg. $325 sale $275. 816-297-4447 b

CLOTHES FOR SALE: New-born to 4T $1 each; Mens and mens plus sizes up to 54” waist; Womens and womens plus siz-es and accessories; Girls and boys clothing starting $2.99. The Clothes Closet, southside Butler square. 3b23

APPLICATION FOR ELDERLY: 2/3 bdrm units at Pleasanton Housing Authority, 902 Palm, Pleasanton, KS, 913-352-6289, screening is required. 2&4eowz

APARTMENTS FOR RENT: Appleton City Senior Citizens Housing has attractive and spacious one-bedroom apart-ments. Utilities are included (electricity at some). Cable is furnished. Laundry facilities on site. Rent starting at $255. For age 58 plus. For more informa-tion, call 660-476-2200. EHO. 1&3womz

L&L MINI STORAGE: Units available starting at $25. 660-679-0030. z

1 BEDROOM APARTMENT: Nicely furnished or unfurnished. Pool, rec. room & laundry. Free cable/HBO, water & trash. Short lease available. $175 security deposit. No pets! In Nevada. Starting at $315. 417-667-2633. z

FOR RENT: Mobile home 16x78, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, ca/h, 1250 sq. ft. in country, stove and refrigerator. No pets. 660-200-5627, 679-5728. z

FOR RENT: 1200 square feet office space, ch/ca, located south west of stoplight, Butler. Info 660-424-0643. z

FOR RENT: Available Dec. 1st, 311 S. Delaware, Butler. Luxury 2 bedroom ranch with granite kitchen, Whirlpool, walk-out basement and more. Referenc-es, lease and deposit required. Shown by appointment. 660-679-3652 or 660-200-5656. z

FOR RENT: 1 bedroom mobile home furnished. Has washer and dryer $350 rent, $250 de-posit. 660-679-4490 z

FOR RENT: 2 bdrm duplex electric range, refrigerator and yard maintenance included. 660-679-7014 3a16

12 News Xpress, Butler, Mo., Friday, February 25, 2011DUPLEX FOR RENT: In Butler recently remodeled, lawn care provided $415/month. 660-492-2731 2b16

FOR RENT: House with 20x40 metal building. 131 W. 5th Street, Adrian, MO. 2 bdrm, recently remodeled with wall to wall carpet, stove, refrig-erator, washer and dryer. Nice clean home for single person or couple, no pets. $525 a month rent, plus references, 1 year lease and a deposit of $500 required. Call 660-679-6129 or 679-4338 to see. Ask for Ivan or Joyce. No calls after 8 pm. 2nc23

FOR RENT: Pasture land west part of Bates County. Call after 6 pm. 660-679-5086. b

FOR RENT: 1 Bedroom apart-ment in Hume, Mo., water, sep-tic and trash service included. 620-857-4770. 2b23

FOR RENT: Small 2 bdrm fur-nished house. Rent $335, de-posit $150. 101 Flo, 660-679-3281. a

FOR RENT: 3 bdrm, 1 bath house located at 106 W Lee. 1 car attached garage, extra large yard. Available now. Linn Nitsche 679-7517. 2b23

FOR RENT: 2 bdrm, 2 bath house located at 709 N Havan-nah. Available March 1. Call Linn Nitsche. 660-679-7517 2b23

FOR RENT: End dump trailer for more info. Call 660-227-9647. 2b23

FOR RENT: 2 bdrm, bath, base-ment, CH/CA, $375/month, available now. 660-679-4585 a

FOR RENT: 3-4 bdrm, 2 bath, 2 car detached garage, no pets $550 rent and deposit. 303 W. Harrison, Butler. 660-679-6141. b

FOR RENT: Downstairs 2 bdrm, 1 bath apt. $325 rent and de-posit, no pets. 103 E. Ft. Scott, Butler. 660-679-6141 b

FOR RENT: 3 bdrm, 2 bath, 509 W. Harrison, Butler. $495 rent and deposit. No pets one yr. lease, rental history and background check. 660-679-6141. b

FOR RENT: 2-3 bdrm house in country, no pets. Butler schools. Call in evenings. 660-679-5200. b

4 BEDROOM, 2 bath with land. Call for details. 417-533-3599. z

80 FENCED ACRES: Spring fed pond, lots of wild life $96,000 firm. 660-679-5703 z

FOR SALE: 2, 3, 4 bedroom homes in Butler. $4000 down we will carry the note. 660-424-0702 3b23

FOR SALE: 5 remodeled hous-es ready for occupancy. Owner says he is going to give the first buyer a very good deal. Fort Scott, Fulton, Mill & Adams Streets. Western MO Realty, Mary Coffman 660-200-6033. b

FOR SALE: 76 acres just off of blacktop YY. Fenced, ponds, 45 acres, could be crop. Western MO Realty, Mary Coffman 660-200-6033. b

FOR SALE: Have contract on the 1 acre with ranch house and shop out on UU hwy. Yours could be next. Call Mary Coff-man 660-200-6033 Western MO Realty. b

FOR SALE: Beautiful Victorian 408 N. Delaware, specious Vic-torian 512 W. Ohio, remodeled Victorian 103 N. High, Western MO Realty, Mary Coffman 660-200-6033. b

FOR SALE: 3 1/2 acre house/bsmt, pool, fenced, blacktop on Rice Road $218K Western MO Realty, Mary Coffman, 660-200-6033. b

FOR SALE: 80 acre, house and barn, ponds, great fencing, all in grass off of N Highway. Rich Hill address. Reduced price to $239K. Mary Coffman 660-200-6033 Western MO Realty. b

FOR SALE: $39,500 totally remodeled 3 bdrm home w/ central air, all new interior, on large corner lot with unattached garage. 417-876-7900 owner/agent. 4b23

WANTED: Dead or alive. Used 4 wheelers, 3 wheelers, dirt bikes, street bikes and ATVs, no key or title needed. 816-217-8542, 816-380-5161, anytime.

WANTING JUNK CARS: Trucks, big trucks, buses, steel piles, will pick up and pay cash. 660-643-7320, cell 660-679-1223. z

INDIVIDUAL WANTING TO BUY GUNS: One or a small collection. 660-643-7320, 660-679-1223. z

FOR SALE: Butcher hogs de-livered to locker of your choice. Also, Alfalfa Hay 816-657-4426 or 816-657-2679. z

BUTCHER BEEF FOR SALE: Contact Neale Oerke at Dia-mond O Feedyard, 660-679-6885. z

USED APPLIANCES, Wash-ers/Dryers, Refrigerators: Del’s Adrian Appliance, 56 E. Main, 816-297-2228. z

COME LOOK AT OUR NEW LINE of Samsung LCD TVs. We carry all major brands. Come into Del’s Adrian Appliance, 56 E. Main, 816-297-2228. z

HEAVY DUTY RECLINING LIFT CHAIR: On sale now! Furniture City, Clinton, Mo. 660-885-7088. z

BRICK, STONE, BLOCK: Rea-sonable rates, 25 years experi-ence. Call Jerry @ Mattingley Masonry, 816-862-6818. z

MISC TOOLS: Drill press $100; Stanley Bostitch Compres-sor with nail gun $150; Radial arm saw $150; Band saw with 14x14 table $300; JD self prop mower $150; Craftsman shop vac $25 417-214-1965 or 417-214-1949. 2b16

FOR SALE: Frigidaire Gal-axy Series slide in smooth top range, white, only used 2 years. Also have a matching dishwasher, white. Excellent condition. Replacing with differ-ent color is the only reason they are for sale. Call Phyllis Nitsche 660-424-0808. 2b16

FOR SALE: Used 16x7 foot Doolittle Cargo trailer. Good tires and trailer is in good con-dition, gray in color. Call Linn Nitsche 679-7517. 2b16

FOR SALE: 7’ and 9’ hedge post and hedge wood. Call for pricing 660-492-0407. 4b23

LENNOX PROPANE FUR-NACE: Air cond. a coil $10,000. 660-643-7478 3a23

FOR SALE: WWII horse bum-per pull. Great condition good tires $1200. 816-619-2042 2b23

BUNN COFFEE MAKERS: 4 styles available. Come and browse. Town Square Hard-ware & Variety, South Side But-ler Square, 660-679-5832. b

COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY: 660-679-3951. z

STEEL, STEEL, STEEL: Sev-eral types. Lots of pipe. Various sizes of tubing. 660-925-3302. z

BUYING: Gold & Silver, watch-es, sterling silver, flatware, an-tique jewelry, diamonds, coins, paying top price. Golden Clas-sics Jewelry. 816-380-6325 z

BUY A MATTRESS? GET A FOUNDATION FOR $1, get a frame for $1. Furniture City, Clinton, MO. 660-885-7088. z

DAVE’S KITCHEN CABINET REFACING: Get a new kitchen look for a friction of the cost by replacing your doors and draw-er fronts. Also fireplace mantles and any other cabinet needs. No job too small. Licensed, Bonded, Insurance. 20 years experience. View my website at www.davescabinetrefacing.com. 417-389-4475. zfp-2wom

HELP WANTED AMSTERDAM CAFE: Waitress/Cook, full or part time. . Amsterdam Cafe, Amsterdam,,Mo. 660-267-3209 z

NEW TO AREA: Lost previous hunting land. Located in Butler, my wife and I are looking for some decent hunting land to hunt or during archery and rifle deer season only. Just don’t know anyone in the area to ask. Please call 816-810-2662. 2a16

THE BOARD MEMBERS OF MOUND TOWNSHIP: Would like to thank the residence of Mound Township who helped in snow removal during our last snow storm. a

SHOW OFF YOUR QUILTS: At the Relay for Life Quilt Show, March 4 & 5. Adrian Optimist Building, Adrian, MO. To enter call 660-679-3796 or 660-679-6277.

WANTED TO BUY: Old US coins, Indian head pennies and silver coins before 1964. Call Robert 660-679-4142. nc

WANTED: Machinery and au-tos for upcoming Spring Con-signment Sale at Pleasanton with Campbell Auction. 620-224-8375. 2a23

3 MODELS: Oreck sweepers. Carpet cleaners for rent. Come browse. Town Square Hardware & Variety, South Side Historic Butler Square, 660-679-5832.

NEED TO SCAN OR PRINT OFF DIGITAL PICTURES? Corner Hardware has what you’re looking for. Compare our prices! Corner Hardware, 107 W. Ohio, across from the Post Office, 660-679-4481. b

WANTING TO BUY UNWANT-ED AND ABANDONED CARS, Trucks, pickups, buses, large scrap piles, radiators, convert-ers, old machinery. 660-643-7320, cell 660-679-1223. z

SEATS! SEATS! SEATS! Con-version take off parts, pickup bed, tailgates, wheel and tires, 16 inch wheels and duals. Store open one block West of Casey’s in Appleton City, Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Cell 660-492-3786. Phone 660-476-5342. 1&3womz

CALL ME FOR YOUR NEXT TRUCK: SUV or Car purchase, 2010 & 2011 models available. Doug Simms, 417-536-5792 or 309-657-0031. Friendly Ford, Inc., Springfield, Mo. z

STARTER AND ALTERNATOR REPAIR: Semi Truck and Farm Tractor. Jess’s Starter and Al-ternator Repair. RR 2 Box 8, Rich Hill, MO 64779. 816-914-9563. z

DO YOU WANT TO SELL YOUR CAMPER TRAILER: We have buyers. Jack Zink Motor Company, Appleton City, MO. 660-476-2512 3a23

2008 GMC YUKON DENALI: 4x4 luxury SUV. Talk about having it all. Here it is. I mean loaded. Like new trade in. Sale price $38,999. GM Certified with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile warranty available. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2007 CHEVY CORVETTE COUPE: New car trade in. Auto climate removable top. Red like a Vette should be. Warranty. Sale price $26,999. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2007 CHEVY SILVERADO: Extended cab 4x4 LTZ. Only 41,864 new truck trade in miles. Auto climate, memory leather, spray in bed liner. Chrome boards and big wheels. Ex-cellent condition. sale price $26,480. GM Certified with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile war-ranty available. Jim Falk Mo-tors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2008 BUICK ENCLAVE CXL: Low miles, heated memory leather. Auto climate control. Wood trim. Beautiful. Excellent condition. Sale price $28,175. GM Certified with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile warranty avail-able. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jim-falk.com b

2008 CHEVY TRAILBLAZER LT 4X4: Loaded with all the power options. The perfect size SUV. Excellent condition. Sale price $18,250. GM Certified with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile warranty available. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2008 CHEVY HHR: Panel van. Only 28,629 miles. Tilt, cruise, defroster. Power windows, locks and mirrors. All kinds of possibilities. Like brand new. Sale price $12,370. GM Certi-fied with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile warranty available. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com

2008 CHEVY SILVERADO: Extended cab LT 4x4 5.3L. All power options, plus rear de-froster, bedliner, black bars. Like brand new. Sale price $26,830. GM Certified with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile warranty avail-able. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jim-falk.com b

2004 PONTIAC GTO COUPE: Beautiful chrome wheels. Black stripe, spoiler. Traction con-trol. Leather loaded. A real eye catcher. Great performance. Gotta have car. Sale price $13,388. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2002 CHEVY IMPALA: Lots of equipment. A lot of car. New car trade in. Very nice. Warranty. Sale price $7,790. Jim Falk Mo-tors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2006 PONTIAC SOLSTICE CONVERTIBLE: Only 27,470 miles. Tilt, cruise, defroster, power windows, lock and mir-rors. Great style, great fun, great car. Excellent like new. Sale price $13,999. GM Certi-fied with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile warranty available. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2004 CHEVY IMPALA LS SE-DAN: Tilt, cruise, defroster, power windows, locks and mir-rors. New car trade in. Very nice car. Warranty. Sale price $7,277. Jim Falk Motors. Clin-ton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2005 CHRYSLER CROSS-FIRE: Limited roadster con-vertible. Only 60,183 low trade in miles. Power everything. Leather. It’s going to feel so good to put that top down. Ex-cellent condition. Warranty. Sale price $13,645. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2002 FORD TAURUS SE SE-DAN: Only 47,475 new car trade in miles. This car is a real find. Warranty. Sale price $8,280. Jim Falk Motors. Clin-ton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2009 DODGE RAM 1500: Crew cab SLT 4x4. Only 24,703 miles. Tilt, cruise, sliding rear glass. Power windows, locks and mirrors, bedliner. Like new trade in. Remaining factory warranty. Sale price $23,225. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2009 CHEVY HHR LT: Only 21,871 miles. Leather, moon-roof,, loaded, nice combo of convenience and economy, 2.4L, like brand new. Sale price $14,280. GM Certified with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile war-ranty available. Jim Falk Mo-tors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2010 CHEVY TRAVERSE: LT AWD. Only 9,463 miles. Filled with all the extras. Like brand new. Sale price $27,840. GM Certified with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile warranty avail-able. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jim-falk.com b

2010 GMC YUKON XL: SLT 4x4. Only 15,521 miles. Auto climate control, heated memory leather, running boards. What a ride. Excellent like new. Sale price $37,288. GM Certified with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile warranty available. Jim Falk Motors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2010 JEEP WRANGLER SPORT 4X4: Only 5,418 miles. Be ready for all 4 seasons. Has it all. Like brand new. Remain-ing factory warranty. Sale price $20,750. Jim Falk Motors. Clin-ton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

2010 CADILLAC DTS: Luxu-ry sedan. Only 15,971 miles. Leather loaded. Fantastic car. Like brand new. Sale price $30,999. GM Certified with GM’s 5 year 100,000 mile war-ranty available. Jim Falk Mo-tors. Clinton, MO 660-885-2277 or www.jimfalk.com b

FOR SALE: ’94 Ford F250, auto, 351 motor, front bum-per grill guard, 225,000 miles $2000. 679-1225 a

2003 FORD TAURUS SES: 4 door, leather, extra clean, $4995. 660-925-3362 or 816-714-6556. b

2004 BUICK RENDEZVOUS: 3rd seat, all wheel drive, one owner, extra clean $7995. 660-925-3362 or 816-714-6556. b

2005 CHRYSLER PACIFICA: All wheel drive, 3rd row seat, extra clean, $8995. 660-925-3362 or 816-714-6556. b

2004 DODGE RAM SLT: 4 door, 4x4, 3/4 ton, extra extra clean, $14,500. 660-925-3362 or 816-714-6556. b

2004 FORD 1/2 TON: Ext. cab, 4x4, full power, auto, $9995. 660-925-3362 or 816-714-6556. b

2004 BUICK LE SABRE: Full power, leather, 3800 V6, good condition. $5500. 660-925-3362 or 816-714-6556. b

2002 CHRYSLER SEBRING: 4 door, full power, extra clean $4500. 660-925-3362 or 816-714-6556. b

2004 CHEVY SUBURBAN LX: Full power, leather, 4x4, extra extra clean $13,995. 660-925-3362 or 816-714-6556. b

FOR SALE: 1976 1 ton Ford pick up with dew-eze hay bed, 900x16 tires. Lazy F Ranch, 816-590-4585. 2b23

FOR SALE: 2007 PT Cruiser 41,000 miles well cared for, regularly serviced, lots of pow-er stuff, 2 newer tires. 660-200-5727. a

(10) Real Estate For Sale

(11) Recreational For SaleBoats, Motorcycles, Motor Homes, Aviation

(12) For SaleAnything you might want to sell

(13) Miscellaneous

(14) Automotive

Earth Contact Home For Rent

Butler, 2-3 bedroom in country, off blacktop,

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MARRIAGE LICENSELucille Mundey

Recorder of DeedsJames Andrew Entrikin, Rich

Hill, 21, and Tanya Reinee Moore, Butler, 21.

Michael Shane Cole, Butler, 40, and Charlene Gay Greenway, Butler, 51.

Trever Alan Yarbrough, Rich Hill, 19, and Jamie Irene Sumner, Rich Hill, 21.

CIRCUIT COURTJames K. Journey, Judge

Diana Rich, ClerkFebruary 14-18, 2011

Nancy Hjetland v Robert D Shine & Theresa Shine, husband and wife & Robert D Shine & Theresa Shine d/b/a Shine’s Dairy,

Court

Petition filed.Doris McDaniel (Bell) v. Marty

Jennings, Dismissed Petition for Order of Protection.

Taylor W Zander v Felecia R Loyd, Petition for Order of Protec-tion is dismissed by Petitioner.

Stewart M Eidson v Latisha R Eidson, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Tommy L Evans v Deborah R Evans, Dissolution of Marriage is Granted.

Melinda L Cunningham v Billy L Cunningham, Dissolution of Marriage is granted.

Tammy Stump v Charles Stump, Petition for Order of Pro-tection filed.

Stacy Ackerman v Joshua Ack-erman, Petition for Order of Pro-tection filed.

St v. Jeffrey C Boatman, I: Felony burglary, II: Felony theft/stealing, set for 2-22-11.

St v. Blake L Leister, I: Fel-ony possession of controlled substance—marijuana, II: Felony unlawful use of a weapon, set for 2-22-11.

St v. Christopher R Bailey, Fel-ony burglary, set for 2-22-11.

St v. Sherry L Rector, Felony possession of controlled sub-stance—marijuana, set for 3-21-11.

St v. John L Rector, Felony pos-session of controlled substance—marijuana, methamphetamine, set for 3-21-11.

St v. Ronnie W Plunkett, Fel-ony failed to register as a sex of-fender, set for 3-21-11.

St v. Billy G Good, I: Felony theft/stealing, II: Felony unlawful possession of firearms, III: Felony sale/possession of equipment/parts w/missing/falsified ID on bobcat skid steer, IV; Felony possession of controlled substance, marijuana, set for 3-21-11.

Flu, Flu, Flu. The flu hit Rockville this past week epidemic style. Ruth Rapp and Olga Rapp were hospi-talized with flu. Paul and Paulette Rapp, JoAn Wall-ing, Jacob Rapp, Hannah Kenny, Robert Kenny, Mary Kenny, Michael Kenny, Courtney Kenny, James Kenny, Storm Manz, Anna Magoffin, Aaron Gaines, Will Rapp, are just a few of the people who felt so bad. We hope having President’s Day off from school will give everyone just an extra day to recuperate.

Thanks to everyone for making the annual chili sup-per at Zion Lutheran School such a great success. Be-cause of illness we think our crowd was smaller, but big hearts from those that were there and those that contrib-uted to the silent auction, made it a very successful evening. The parents work very hard to put on this big project. They did a wonder-ful job. We received excel-lent ratings on our chili and soup this year. The recipes were revised somewhat and the food was awesome. Thanks so much!

Geraldine Wineteer of Bellevue, Neb., has been here the past week. Paul, Paulette, Ryan and Travau-na Rapp and Geraldine moved Ruth Rapp on Satur-day from the RCF living to the Colonial Manor Nurs-ing Home in Appleton City. Ruth is rooming with Betty Klinksick a life time friend. Ruth is at 600 Ohio Street, Appleton City, Mo. 64724. She would love to hear from you.

Ryan and Travauna Rapp joined friends at the home of Rance Waite in Butler for supper on Saturday night. Last weekend we were hap-py to be able to wish Rance’s mother Jackie a happy birth-day at the Flaming Lantern.

Happy birthday this week

to Kyle Fischer, Valerie Fis-cher Gayer, Hagan Fischer, Melanie Martin, Shirley R. Fischer, Tyler Ryser, Randy Rader, Leona Wiltz, Barba-ra Rapp, Olga Rapp.

Mrs. Lorna Mae Harkrad-er won an Arm and Ham-mer Gift Basket as a door prize at the Zion Lutheran chili supper. The basket was piled high with goods at a value of $250. Congratu-lations!

The next event to mark on your calendar is a Brunch hosted by the Zion Ladies Aid. They sponsor mission work throughout the year and will use this op-portunity to be able to meet their goals. Sunday, March 13 will be the day to have lunch at Zion. Everyone encouraged and welcome to attend and not have to cook at home. Enjoy!

Don and Ruby Stotmeis-ter and Dennis and Kim Ja-cobs drove to Wichita, Kan., Sunday, Feb. 13 to visit Charlotte Stotmeister in the Via Christi Hospital. She fell on the ice the day before and broke her hip and had surgery. Charlotte is Don’s sister. They returned home Sunday evening.

Adam Bettels was a lun-cheon guest on Tuesday, Feb. 15 in the home of his grandparents, Don and Ruby Stotmeister. The occa-sion was Adam’s 25th birth-day.

Don and Ruby Stotmeis-ter, Kim Jacobs, Carla and Ally Bettels flew to Austin, Texas, Friday, Feb. 18 to surprise Bryan Stotmeister on his 50th birthday. His Aunt Donna also flew in from Palo Alto, Calif. They all returned to their homes on Sunday evening. It was a memorable weekend of fun, food and fellowship.

Rockville outbreak of fluleaves few standing

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From the Scriptures: For God is pleased with you when, for the sake of your conscience, you patiently endure unfair treatment.

— I Peter 2:19

Coming up: The final space mission

The wild swings of mood ex-hibited by capricious nature left pilots out of phase with

flying opportunities for most of the week. One good weather day was exchanged for a foul-weather episode, then another flight op-portunity would succeed it. If one timed the flight schedule by plan-ning trips on nasty days, one could fly them in the clear on the next day. Winter is yet with us, so icing and reduced visibility are threats to be dealt with.

The week’s traffic, caught only in passing as I spotted it, included a Piper Archer seeking fuel, a Cessna 210, a Beech Bonanza A36 and a Grumman Tiger. Jim Stevens flew in Saturday from New Century with his Remos GT light sport airplane and Scott Buerge had his Beech Bonanza V35 up from Nevada. Sam Styron flew down from Harrisonville in his turbine-converted Air Tractor.

LocaLLy, Randy Miller flew the Cessna Skyhawk, I ventured as far as Harryville in a Cessna 150, Dennis O’Conner flew a couple of Cessna 150 sorties and airport manager Chris Hall had the jump plane out.

Next Sunday marks the monthly

gathering of the Fliars Club, the last one this winter that’s based on God’s Time instead of daylight no-saving time, so we’ll take advantage of the morning daylight. All air-heads should be on the Butler Air-port ramp at 0700 hours for further deliberation, breakfast to follow.

At the regular airport commis-sion meeting Thursday night, the Burns and McDonald engineer let it slip that MoDot’s policy is to not fund any new airport construction projects with runways less than 4000-feet long. Since Missouri is one of the states that manages all Federal trust funds from the FAA through state DOT channels, its policy rules. Engineering firms work very closely with MoDot (some might say too closely), so the bigger the airport the better. And yet, it would seem to make more sense to build more 3000-foot

airports in more places, making the money go farther. Perhaps the correct policy would be to only fund projects where space exists for future expansion to at least 4000 feet, but to start small. The goal to make all airports usable by light business jets is worthwhile, but do-ing more with the money available also makes sense.

Space ShuTTLe Discovery is poised, as of this writing, for its 39th trip into low earth orbit, the most of any of the fleet, and supposedly the final mission for the space trucks. Under present plans, we’re going to be dependent on Russian Soyuz capsules or unproven private launch systems to get our astronauts back and forth to the international space station. There will be no way to get outsize payloads up there.

Last week, we wanted to know if you could get cleared through customs from an international flight to Branson. The short an-swer is yes, if you fly into Spring-field Regional and give ICE 24 hours notice.

For next time, we’re curious to know who was the second person to break the sound barrier, after Chuck Yeager.

BlueYonder

LeRoy Cook

• Editorial Comment

Maybe some arefinally ‘getting it’

Asudden bright spot of hope has surfaced in recent days from the halls of Congress

indicating our elected officials—at least some of them—have come to the realization that they, above all others, should set an example for the struggling constituency in these desperate eco-nomic times by putting the brakes on the exor-bitant salaries they pay themselves.

Presently members of Congress rake in a minimum of $174,000 a year, and of course that doesn’t include numerous perks on the side. Then there’s House Speaker John Boeh-ner who will be in line for $223,500. That’s a stipend for which you’d cry all the way to the bank.

Thankfully, Democrats and Republicans alike are declaring it’s time for a pay cut—up to 10 percent for starters, a few are suggesting.

Hat’s off as well to Virginia Republican Scott Rigell who proposes to decline the federal gov-ernment’s health care coverage and returning 15 percent of his salary. Reportedly Rigell also would scuttle his long-term care insurance, life insurance and retirement benefits that also go with the job.

According to Bob Hotakainew, writing for McClatchy Newspapers, about seven pay-re-lated bills have been run by the new Congress and some 55 members are endorsing the legis-lation.

A reduction of ten percent, or $17,400, would still leave the officials with $156,600. It would seem all could “get by” on a salary of that amount. For sure, the majority of the elec-torate would jump at the chance to survive on that level of income.

Congress, per sé, has put itself on notice. All will be waiting to see if its members will follow through.

February 21Monday was marked on the calendar as

President’s Day. What a sad commentary that it has degenerated mostly as an excuse to sell discount mattresses.

Services to the Butler residentsThe Code Enforcement Officer of the City of Butler is

compiling a list of individuals or companies who are able to provide various services to residents within the community of Butler. The list will be made available to the residents of the City of Butler through mailings, code enforcement contacts and the code enforcement website on Facebook. We are interested in the following services:

• Lawn Care Services, especially mowing, and leaf and brush removal

• Brush Hogging• Trash and Rubbish Removal including metals• Appliance Removal• Vehicle Removal• Snow RemovalThe City of Butler does contract with Bates County Disposal

to provide weekly trash pickup. Bates County Disposal will also make arrangements to pick up trash, furniture and other items in addition to the weekly trash pick up. You must pay extra for this additional service, and you must make arrangements with Bates County Disposal before setting the unwanted items on the curb. Contact Bates County Disposal at 679-5654.

Please understand the City of Butler will not recommend or endorse any company or individual. Your name or company

You want this year to be your child’s best year in school—but how do you help? Make sure

your child is in school—every day! Research shows a link between being in school and doing well in school. Schools are responsible for teaching your child. But schools can’t do their job if your child is absent. Learning builds day by day. A child, who misses a day of school, misses a day of learn-ing.

Being late for school hurts a child’s learning, too. A student who is 10 min-utes late every day will miss 30 hours of instruction during the year. Students who miss days or portions of class due to tardiness can miss up to a year of school by the time they reach 12th grade. It’s no wonder that the students who frequently miss school due to doc-

tor/dentist appointments, family vaca-tions or just to have a rest day end up being the same students that need more discipline, remediation and are at the greatest risk of dropping out.

Children can copy notes or make up an assignment, but they can never get back what’s most important: the discus-sions, the questions, the explanations by the teacher and the thinking that makes learning come alive. Research shows that attendance is the single most im-portant factor in school success.

Clearly, a child who wakes up with a fever should stay home. But many kids miss school when they’re not sick. Here are some of the top reasons for school absences—and how you can help your child avoid them:

• Medical appointments. Schedule visits to the doctor and dentist after

school or during school vacations.• Oversleeping. If your child is hav-

ing trouble waking up in the morning, make bedtime earlier. Sleep is impor-tant—but so is school.

• Disorganization. If looking for homework papers and preparing lunch in the morning causes your child to be late, prepare school items before going to bed.

• School refusal. If your child doesn’t want to go to school, make an appoint-ment for a parent-teacher conference. Working together, you can identify and resolve problems that make your child reluctant to go to school.

For more information, visit www.theparentinstitute.com.–Abby Colin, B.S.W. Parent Coordinator/Parents As Teachers.

Attendance: A key to your student’s success

There is a long needed, obvi-ously ignored correction in order in the circuit court-

room at the Bates County court-house:

A sound system that works!There is evidence of a micro-

phone, but it’s only an ornament as far as fully projecting important legal proceedings to the public.

Folks sitting on the first couple of rows pick up only smatterings of the exchanges between attorneys, judges and those on the witness stand. From there on back specta-tors can see lips moving—but that’s about it.

I haVe heaRD several com-plaints in that regard, so it isn’t just me calling for a major volume turn-up.

There needs to be serious ac-tion taken to have the courtroom engineered by professionals in that

line of endeavor, get their heads together with the powers-that-be and fix the problem!

* * * *Another fix-it concern. Have

you noticed the wholesale crum-bling of concrete curbing around the square lately? It is especially evidenced in front of the city hall, of all places. Not a very good first impression.

* * * * So, DoeS Kansas City rock?

Not so you could notice it. All the palaver connected to selecting

mayoral candidates in Tuesday’s primary was an abysmal flop. Yes, naming a person to head this major metropolitan city attracted only a 17 percent voter turnout.

However, this is a growing trend of indifference sweeping the coun-try. Apparently people don’t bother to keep up with what’s going on nationally and in their own niches.

Doubt what I’m getting at? Well for instance, how many of you can name the city council reps in your ward?

* * * * QueSTIoN: Did you ever see

so much snow disappear so fast?

* * * *All of the sudden grass began

coming out of hibernation the first of this week. I predict there will be some grass being mowed in three weeks.

on the list will simply be made available to the public. Any contact, charges or fees will be between the service provided and the resident needing the service. Please be aware that certain services are required to be licensed by the City of Butler. It is your responsibility to know what permits you need and obtain them.

If you are interested in getting your name on the list please contact Officer Denny Rich at the Butler Police Department in person or by phone or email. 660-679-6131 or butlermo38@yahoo.com

Check us out on Facebook at City of Butler Code Enforcement.–Dennis Rich.

Jefferson city • Missouri citizens have a new online system to report fraud to the Missouri Department of Revenue.

“The enforcement of taxation and motor vehicle laws is a top priority of the Missouri Department of Revenue,” said Alana M. Barragan-Scott, director of the Department. “The new online reporting system was developed to give citizens a convenient option to report suspected cases of fraud. The Department rolled out the system in mid-Decem-ber of 2010, and its prov-ing effective for citizens to use. We take fraud reports

seriously, and follow-up on them to see if they merit further investigation”

The new online fraud reporting system is lo-cated within the Depart-ment’s website at www.dor.mo.gov, or more specifically at https://sa.dor.mo.,gov/fraud/. Citizens reporting fraud or illegal activities-concerning Department of Revenue-related laws can identify themselves or make reports anonymously. The Department’s investigative efforts, however, could be improved if the person mak-ing the report makes his or her identity known for ad-ditional clarification of the

New option for reporting fraud to Dept. of Revenuereport.

Since the reporting sys-tem went online, there have been 62 reports of suspected fraud submitted. More than 60 percent of the reports dealt with tax laws, and nearly 30 percent dealt with motor vehicle, driver license and automobile dealer regu-lations. The remaining re-ports were in unspecified categories. The number of reports is expected to in-crease a the public becomes more aware of the online re-

porting option.“Tax and motor vehicle

fraud hurts everyone,” Bar-ragan-Scott said. “It’s the hope of the Department that this online reporting system will not only help the Department enforce the state’s tax and motor vehicle laws, but that it will encour-age voluntary compliance with the laws.”

The Missouri Depart-ment of Revenue does not offer rewards for reporting illegal activities.

proell finishes basic trainingArmy National Guard Pvt. Sheldon S. Proell has

graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson, Columbia, S.C.

During the nine weeks of training, Proell studied the Army mission, history, tradition and core values, physi-cal fitness and received instruction and practice in basic combat skills, to mention a few.

Proell is the son of Kelli Reddell of Adrian, Mo. He graduated from Adrian Regional High School in 2008.

If you don’t vote, don’t complain!

14 News Xpress, Butler, Mo., Friday, February 25, 2011

n Feb. 25 1920, Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Deweese en-tertain 20 of their friends with a Rook card party and a delicious 2 course lun-cheon at their home, six miles southeast of Butler. 2003, Ethel Rohling of Butler is killed in an auto accident this morning at a dangerous crossroad intersection east of Rockville. She had taught school at Ap-pleton City for several years.n Feb. 26 1908, The directors of the Fraternal (ho-tel) Building Association hold their an-nual meeting at the Missouri State Bank & Walton Trust Company. Re-elected are Frank Allen, Dr. H.M. Cannon, W.O. At-keson, J.R. Douglas, J.B. Jenkins, A. H. Ludwick and William E. Walton, in their building in Butler. 1945, Mrs. R. L. Northup entertains a gathering of Rich Hill business and inter-ested citizens. She talks about the need of a public library and community cen-ter, where large gatherings could have conventions, agriculture expositions, and would be the only kind of its kind up and down Highway 71. n Feb. 27 1907, The case of Mrs. Tiffany versus the City of Butler when she fell on north Delaware street comes to a jury who awards her $200 although she had want-ed $4,000. 1972, Former pastor of the butler First Christian Church, Harry Hubbard, now of Kingman, Kan., begins an 8 day re-

vival at the Butler church. n Feb. 28 1871, The Dollar Store has opened in the southeast corner of the Butler square. They have a fine assortment of watches, albums, silver plate, chrome lithographs and engravings. 1989, Ella M. Barker, 84, dies in a Kan-sas City hospital. She taught in the Butler elementary schools for several years.n March 1 1892, John L. Rankin, filer of the town plat of Amsterdam, Mo., sells his interest to C.A. Emmerson, W.J. Bard, John L. Rankin, James Burrows, and F.J. Tyhard, which becomes the Amsterdam Town Company, C.A. Emerson, trustee. 1978, It’s official, the 72-year-old Inn Hotel building, on the northwest corner of the Butler square, has been purchased from Digital Electronic Machines, Inc., of Kansas City, by Mr. and Mrs. James Tiona, owners of Tiona Truck Lines in Butler. They will remodel it with corpora-tion offices, restaurants and apartments. It was erected by the IOOF Lodge 180 and AF & AM Lodge 254 in 1906. n March 2 1922, The Armstrong Brothers, the wide-awake young furniture and hard-ware dealers on the southeast corner of the Butler square, receives a new Interna-tional bright red truck, with an enclosed cab for the driver, and 3/4 ton capacity. 1946, Mr. and Mrs. H. R. LeNeve, who recently bought the roller skating rink, on east Park Ave. in Rich Hill opens tonight with a large crowd. n March 3 1934, Fleetwood Churchill Thomas, 74, the janitor at the Bates County Court-house for many years, dies at his home in Butler. 1972, Newly elected Rotary officers are: President John Mills; VP Marvin Booth; Secretary Lester Baker and treasurer C. W. Babcock.

Rich Hill sets sights on large convention center

HistoricalHappenings

Eddie Herrman

Miami FCCLA excels at STAR eventsOn Feb. 11, Miami R-1 participated in FCCLA STAR Events in Warrensburg, Mo. The Chapter took six students to

compete against several others schools in the district. To be eligible to compete in STAR Events the students must chose a category they are interested in and prepare a presentation.

Some students chose to do fundraisers and promote awareness for a specific cause; others designed a product and business plan, or researched a career.

Seventh grader Kaylee Eslinger did a presentation over the hazards of leaving chil-dren in a hot car. At the competition she received a bronze medal.

Eighth graders Caitlin Slattery and Trevor Ewbank presented an oral presentation over alcohol and the effect is has on athletes. They also came home with a Silver medal.

Eighth grader Sammy Sendejas presented an oral presentation with a power point over career investigation, she brought home a silver medal as well.

Ninth grader Makayla Fuqua presented an oral presentation over seatbelt safety; she also brought home a silver medal. Miami R-1 had one student bring home the gold and qualify to compete at the state level.

Eighth grader Jaclyn Crawford completed a presentation over recycle and redesign-ing bottle caps. Jaclyn made bottle cap necklaces and designed a business plan to sell the necklaces for a profit.

On March 27-29 Jaclyn will be traveling to Columbia to compete at the State level in her category. Miami R-1 is very proud of all of its FCCLA students and to wish Jaclyn the best of luck on her upcoming competition.–Submitted.

Sammy Sendejas

Kaylee Eslinger Caitlin Slattery and Trevor Ewbank

Jaclyn Crawford Makayla Fuqua

Honors for Rich Hill FCCLA teamJanuary and February have been both hectic and re-

warding for the Rich Hill FCCLA. Hayli White, Rich Hill’s Region 12 vice president, organized the STAR Events in Warrensburg, Mo. Jacob Diehl and Evie Toppass were instrumental in helping with this event. Twenty-five areas of competition and recruiting three adult judges and two student monitors were some of Rich Hill’s duties. Many obstacles were encountered due to the harsh winter weather in western Missouri.

On Feb. 10, the Rich Hill FCCLA competed in four areas at the STAR Events in Warrensburg. More stu-dents were registered but could not attend due to the weather. Kendra Larimore and Chelsey Martinez re-ceived a bronze in the “Life Event Planning” Jr. com-petition. Bridget Shelton and Heidi Mersman received silver in “Illustrated Talk”. Samantha Breckenridge re-ceived silver in “Life Event Planning” Sr. division. Evie Toppass and Hayli White received gold in “Chapter Showcase Manual”. They will advance to state compe-tition in March. Jacob Diehl will be competing at state also in the “FCCLA Website” category. The address for the website is sites.google.com/site/richhillfccla.

On Jan. 19, Austin Perkey, Bridget Shelton, and Sa-mantha Breckenridge competed at LaMonte for an of-ficer position in Region 12. Samantha qualified as the officer in charge of community service. Among her du-ties will be researching a charity for Region 12 to sup-port for the 2011-2012 year.

The Rich Hill FCCLA and FACS Department have now had a Region 12 officer for six years. Rich Hill has represented the western region of Missouri, including Grandview south to Osceola, west to Kansas, and east to Sedalia. Adrian High School is the only other school with this top honor in Region 12.–Reported.

Butler R-5 art awardsThese students received Annette Gentry’s 100% Art Award for the first semester. Front row: Makenna Ste-phens, Drake Stephens, Thane Lawrence. Back row: Drew Ford and Savannah Sargent. Not pictured, Ryenne Gepford.—Abby Colin photo.

Cheryl Ann Kenney: missing for 20 years

Nevada, Mo. • On Sun-day, Feb. 27, family mem-bers, friends and volunteers with Missouri Missing will host a Tribute Rally for Cheryl Ann Kenney who has been missing for 20 years.

Kenney was reported missing from Nevada on Feb. 27, 1991 after closing the convenience store she

worked at on Austin Blvd. Kenney’s family and friends have not heard from her or had any contact with her since that date.

The Tribute Rally marks the 20th anniversary of her disappearance and is intend-ed to let the public, the me-dia and her family that she has not been forgotten.

During the Tribute Rally, a representative from the City of Nevada will pres-ent Kenney’s family with a proclamation declaring the

day to officially be known as “Cheryl Kenney Day.”

The Tribute Rally is scheduled to begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday and will be fol-lowed with a caravan from Nevada to the Capitol Steps in Jefferson City.

The Tribute Rally is open to the public and anyone who has information about Cheryl Kenney is encour-aged to attend.

“Missouri Missing en-courages anyone who knew Cheryl to attend the rally,” said Ra’Vae Edwards, Ex-ecutive Director. “We are proud to be a part of the rally. Her family deserves answers and we want every-one to know that Cheryl has not been forgotten.”

The Tribute Rally will be held in the parking lot of Nevada Auto Credit, located at 1624 E. Austin Blvd; next door to the con-venience store where Cheryl was last seen.

Missouri Missing is a non-profit organization based in Jefferson City. Volunteers

Cheryl Ann Kenney

with Missouri Missing work countless hours each year to bring awareness to the hundreds of missing person cases across the state.

For more information

about the Tribute Rally, please contact Ra’Vae Ed-wards at 573-338-3898 or via email at momissing@gmail.com.