Journal AJ's Eat and Drink Reopens Helping Your Child Avoid Gossiping EAGLE TOWNSHIP Part 1

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By Sheryl Beadles
A popular eatery in Macon has reopened its doors after a devastating
fire in December 2015.
AJ's Eat and Drink and the Pear Tree at 1407 N. Missouri Street re-
opened on December 8, 2016.
“Ithink we're new and improved,” said Mike Abadessa, co-owner.
Everything in the restaurant is brand-new. There is updated décor and
a menu very similar to the previous menu. A new addition to the restau-
rant is an expresso coffee bar. It opens at 7 am on the days the restaurant
is open and stays open all day long. Pastries are also available with the THIRD QUARTER
expresso bar. There are also plans to bring back the restaurant's famous
cinnamon rolls. There are two meeting room available for reservation. Page 8A
The menu includes, but is not limited to, the Pear Tree's famous onion
rings, lobster, tenderloin, salads and steak. AJ's Eat and Drink and the
m Pear Tree is open Tuesday through Saturday with a full menu beginning
JoThue rnal at 11 am.
Abadessa's father, Al, start-
ed with 7 or 8 restaurants
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in 1956. AJ's Eat and Drink
115 N. Rubey opened in 2011. The Pear
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Bevier, burned to the ground
in 2012. After that, the two
215 S. Gex
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Mon. & Tues. 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wed. 9:00am - 12:00pm taurants offered.
Macon: 660-395-HOME Helping Your Child Avoid Gossiping
La Plata: 660-332-4431
Fax: 660-395-MCHP
[email protected] By Janice Brown softer techniques. An example of a direct response is to let the
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It's hard to avoid, but just about everywhere we go we are person talking know that what they are saying will probably
bombarded with gossip and rumors. On magazine covers, we hurt the person the rumors are about and you would like to talk
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can’t help but see celebrity break-ups, hook-ups and arrests. about something else. Other techniques include changing the
Shon Coram/Publisher
Sharon Coram/Design Editor On electronic media, we witness rumors and lies about anyone subject or walking away from the chatter.
LeeAnn Lingard/Macon Office Manager famous including our elected officials. From people we know, 3) Explain that sometimes people gossip because they are
Randy Bunch/La Plata Office we hear the latest personal information about friends, family angry or upset. Talk about what to do in this circumstance, such
Sheryl Beadles /Staff Reporter
and even acquaintances. And of course, most of us are guilty of as talking directly to that friend instead of talking about him
Bob Kunkel/Sales
Shelby Cole/Office Assistant indulging in sharing gossip, too. or her. If your child does not feel comfortable talking directly,
Sometimes, it just feels good to dish with a friend, and suggest role playing a conversation they might have. Even if
sometimes we feel justified by a real concern about, or your child ultimately decides not to talk to the friend about the
frustration with, someone's behavior. But when chatter turns issue, it is important that children vent their feelings and not
to divulging private information about someone else, the talk hold them in.
can be destructive. Gossip and rumors can be devastating to the 4) Discuss safe people to confide in if your child is upset.
person the rumors are about, the community and even to the Suggest if your child wants to talk to you about anything,
Reading Across Missouri 2017 person gossiping. including other people, he or she is always welcome to talk
With all of the rumors and gossip swirling around us, how do confidentially to you, their parent or guardian. (And do keep
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This is the story of Jim the Wonder Dog — a Llewellin Setter living in the 1930s who when we might be guilty of gossiping ourselves? Here are several other adults might be good choices to talk to: a trusted family
amazed everyone with his ability to follow any command, hunt like a champion, and
even predict the future. tips: member, a favorite teacher, or a specific member of the clergy
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know, and how much of our language can they truly understand? These questions 1) Remind children that talking about other people’s private are a few examples.
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effort organized by the Missouri Press Foundation to have young readers inside person who the rumors are about (and they usually do), that Sometimes it’s fine to be a “fly on the wall” and to listen and not
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friends talking about their personal information. It can be something inappropriate, kids think what they said is okay.
helpful for children to understand how it would feel if this were 6) Model good behavior by not talking about other people’s
Richard k e r to happen to them. Doing this can build empathy. By gossiping, private business, especially in front of children. Even when it
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for often so angry and hurt that they start talking about the people of gossiping, take responsibility for it. Let your child know you
who hurt them. The cycle continues, and more people are hurt made a mistake and your goal is to not gossip.
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and angry. By utilizing these tips, you can give your children a better
Paid for by R. Schlanker 2) Brainstorm some good techniques to use when gossip is awareness of the negative effects of gossip, and some techniques
being shared. Come up with some direct approaches and some to avoid it.
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By Merlyn Amidei, Macon County Historical Society done a program as Elizabeth Blackwell telling about the land
area of Macon County from the Louisiana Purchase in 1803
William and Elizabeth (Lynch) Blackwell were the first white up to and becoming Macon County in 1837.)  Before Macon
residents in what would become Eagle Township. (It was County was organized, James H. Blackwell was born to William
originally part of Independence Township.) Blackwell was born and Elizabeth in 1834.  He was the first white child born in what
in Madison County, Kentucky, January 18, 1797. He came to is now Eagle Township.  James later joined the Confederacy
Macon County on the 12th of April, 1831. At that time Macon during the Civil War as a sergeant major of Bevier’s regiment,
County was a part of Randolph County. Soon to follow were M. S. G. He later served as an officer under Colonel Cockrell
Nathan Richardson, John Walker and their families.  The place commanding units in the battles of Big Driwood Creek,
was then known as the Blackwell Settlement but soon took the Lexington, and Lone Jack.
name of Moccasinville because that is what they wore.  No one In 1829 Elizabeth’s parents moved to Missouri and lived just
had leather to make shoes.  For a few years Blackwell would northwest of them.  After her mother died her father moved
hitch up his oxen to the covered wagon and head to Hannibal. in with them.  Her parents are buried in the Powel-Pennick
He picked up supplies that came up the Mississippi River from Cemetery.  Her father, Henry Lynch, is one of the five known
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Eagle Township Lear to Retire, Black Diamond
Continued from Page 1A
Jubilee Will Continue
changes. He said materials and equipment
have seen quite a bit of upgrading and
people use a lot bigger lodes for projects
than they used to. The meter system has
also been changed a lot. When Lear first
started, most members of the Coop used
to read their own meters. The company
now uses RF radio frequency meters that
can be read faster and can help members
be restored more quickly when problems
arise. There was also no computer in the
When Macon County was organized the mail from the Stagecoach Inn.  If
warehouse when Lear began working.
in 1837, Moccassinville and Box Ankle Blackwell was off to get the supplies, then
The warehouse has moved three times
were in the running to be the county seat.  S. B. Hanner, John Gooding or Nathan
since he has been there. Lear said that
Box Ankle was chosen and the name Richardson would go get the mail for the
anyone who may be interested in working
was changed to Bloomington.  Blackwell whole community.  That didn’t work very
there needs to understand that things
was one of the first Judges. It wasn’t long well, so the post office closed and a new
By Sheryl Beadles change a lot. They need to be acceptable
until more settlers came to the area and one opened just to the east called Sumner
After nearly 40 years working for of change and need to be able to follow
businesses started.  Dabney Garth was Post Office.  It was located along the St.
Macon Electric Cooperative, Bill Lear government regulations.
the first one to open a dry goods store Louis, Kansas City, Northern Railroad
has decided it is time to take it “easy.” “I really enjoy the customers and all the
in the township.  John Floyd was the (Wabash) so the mail was dropped off by
Turning 68 on February 1 helped make guys I work with,” Lear said. He stated
first blacksmith.  The first church was the train.  Eventually the Axtell Post Office
his mind up about retiring. Although he they have become like family.
a Methodist one and the preacher was opened in 1898 and remained opened
has enjoyed his job tremendously, he felt As for taking it “easy” after retirement?
Abram Still – the father of A. T. Still.  Rev. until 1931 and the mail then came from
68 was “old enough.” Lear really won’t be doing that very
Still was also one of the early doctors, Macon.  The Axtell Country Store and gas
Lear began his career in 1977 as a much. He volunteers with his church and
not only in the township but also in the station (pictured) was operated by Elrod
janitor. He performed those duties other organizations, plays at the Black
county.  The Blackwells were members of & Morton.  Like most other country stores
for approximately 1 ½ years before he Diamond Jubilee, and has family he
the Methodist Church and are buried in they carried a variety of merchandise. 
started reading meters. He did that for wants to visit. Lear and his wife, Sandy,
the Bellview Cemetery.  Elizabeth made They had the advantage of not only the
six months before starting work in the have three children: Patrick, Kansas City;
history again in 1839 when she gave birth local trade, but also several customers
warehouse where he has been ever since. Cody, Linn; and Carrie, Hannibal. They
to Nancy, the first girl born in Macon would stop coming off Highway 63.  Later
Working in the warehouse means he fills also have seven grandchildren. He can’t
County. the Muff Antique Shop which was next
materials for jobs and helps take care of wait to go see them and have time to
The Moccasinville school started in about door, expanded into the old post office. It
the materials. visit.
1860-61.  There were three different sites was operated by Carl and Winnie Muff.
In his many years of working for Macon See Page 5A for Bill’s monthly article
for the school buildings but they were all When the store would get too crowded
Electric Cooperative, Lear has seen many about the Black Diamond Jubilee.
located on the Goodrich farm.  The name there would be an auction and then Carl
changed to Duck Creek when the school would fill it up again. 
“Understanding Autism From the Other
was moved across the creek – “so named I found an article in the Macon
because a man fell into the creek and got Chronicle-Herald  Jan 25, 1946, where the
Side of the Wall”
a good ducking.”  It remained open until Macon County Hatchery had expanded
1939 when the students were transported to Axtell just west of the antique store. 
to other area schools.  Then in 1942 it N. E. Gilbert, manager, reported “chicks
Aaron Likens,  Autism Ambassador
reopened until 1953 when it closed for were shipped to 45 of the 48 states and
for Easter Seals Midwest presented at
good. Jane Marsh was the last teacher. the farthest distance was to a poultry
Macon Middle School January 30th,
(Bill Hall with the MCHS has and still is raiser in Quinto, Equador.”  That would
2017. Over 60 parents and educators
doing research on this area.) have been quite a journey for those little
attended.  He gave a very vivid picture
The Blackwell Post Office didn’t open chicks.  I’m sure they probably left by
of of what it is like grow up as a child/
until 1872 when the Eagle Township was train from Axtell, but wonder how they
adult with autism.  He is the author
organized.  Up until that time, Blackwell got to Equador?  There’s always a mystery
of “  Finding Kansas: Living and
would go to Macon City maybe twice a in history!
Decoding Asperger’s Syndrome”.
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Bevier Homecoming Gifford Items Students of the Month
By Sharron Burns
Cloudy and drizzly occurred the first of the week. Sat-
urday brought SUNSHINE!! Temperatures have been in
the 30-40’s, with a slight tinge of cold in the air. We end
January this week.
Levi Hummel of Central Christian College of the Bible
in Moberly was the Sunday minister at Gifford Chris-
tian Church. He was accompanied by his friend, Rachel
Orelchikov. Enjoying the sermon were Kim and Leigh-
ton Shoop, Rich and Sharron Burns, Gayle and Dale Mc-
Vay, Marietta Slaughter, Roger Jarman.
A large crowd attended the Friends for La Plata Preser-
vation annual Flea Market and Soup Luncheon on Sat-
urday at the Silver Rails Event Center.
Richard and Sharron Burns were Sunday visitors of
Congratulations to the LHS January students of the
Bud and Donna Seibold. Amy Burns of Columbia spent
month! L-R: 7th Grade - Heidi McKim; 8th Grade -
the day with her parents, Sharron and Richard Buns, Fri-
Laney Jackson; 9th Grade - Addison Belfield; 10th Grade
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The La Plata Lions Club met Tuesday evening with
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forest products to companies and/or entities that have proper
training. Accordingly, the Missouri Department of
Conservation will only accept and enter into contracts in
which the individual who is designated to sign timber sale
contracts and the individual responsible for supervision of
the logging have both successfully completed training, and
maintained certification, pursuant to the MFPA Professional
Timber Harvester Training, or its approved equivalent.
The Missouri Department of Conservation will
accept bids on a timber sale located in the
Alexandra Thomas Hill Reservoir Conservation Area,
Compartment 2. The sale has an estimated
244,766 board feet of mixed bottomland
Pointe
hardwood sawtimber by the Doyle Tree Scale
on 120 acres. The forest products are in
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Black Diamond Jubilee
We didn’t start 2017 off with a big bang as on February 11 is Steve Wilhoit, the singing
the icy weather caused us to cancel our show patrolman. Steve sings with the group, Sway,
on January 14. We will try to reschedule Mary and is an outstanding singer so don’t miss it!
Beth and Ronnie Truitt sometime this year. On February 25, Riker will be here. Riker is
We spotlighted the Black Diamond Jubilee Steve, our drummer’s twin boys. Boy are they
cast on the talented. Doing some country’s 50’s and 60’s
SATURDAY, FEB 11
28th show. We music, too. They travel and play with Travis
Steve had a great Marvin from Kansas City. Plan now to be
show as Roger here as they are getting harder to get down
was back and this way all the time.
Wilhoit Karen brought Looking ahead into March we have direct
yet another from Branson, MO and the famed Baldknob-
one of her bers Show—Bob Leftridge coming on the
many instru- 11th. The seats are going fast so call for re-
The Singing Patrolman
ments, the served seats now.
upright bass. On March 25, Jerry Virden from Des
Vance also Moines, Iowa will be here. It will be his first
brought his appearance at the Jubilee. He has a great
dobro and just country voice.
had a good ole Bill “Goofer” Atterberry was scheduled for
time. Thanks April 8 but we had to move him to June 10
to Dick King due to a schedule change.
WILCOX COUNTRY and Bill Jordan We have a great lineup of guests this year,
for stopping so put us in your schedule. Until next time,
OPRY BARN by and helping thanks for listening and remember to always
Highway 63 S. Macon us out. keep it country.
Coming up
660-385-2657 or 385-2304
Daughters of Union Veterans
Tent #23 of the Daughters of Union Veterans School challenge, “What can you give back to
of the Civil War 1861-1865 met January 24, your community with no strings attached?”
2017 at the Methodist Church, Macon. The first year they gave away 500 pairs of
President Mary Ann Wilson and chaplain athletic shoes. By 2013 the numbers had
Ruth Masten opened the meeting. Minutes jumped to 1100 pairs over an eight-county
and treasurer’s reports were given. Catherine area. Projected numbers for 2017 are 36,000
Llewellyn reported on card she had sent. children who will receive shoes. They work
Elna Williams received a thank you note with area schools, Head Start, Family Services
from Jo Leistritz for the Best Choice labels, and other groups and cover parts of Missouri,
which support the Veterans Homes. Cape Kansas and Illinois. The group is a 501c3,
Girardeau will receive the labels this year. with no paid employees. They receive their
Mettie Davis updated the group on the funding through grants and donations. Their
upcoming State Convention to be held June website is www.shoesfromtheheart.org.
3, 2017, in Macon. Ruth Masten reported Hostesses Mary Ann Wilson and Ruth
on fundraisers for DUV Convention. Items, Masten served refreshments to Laurel Seeley,
including shirts, bags and stadium blankets Mary Kitchen, Marilyn Freeman, Sharon
with the DUV logo will be available at C.A. Hutchinson, Carol Navarro, Neta Chandler,
Shoush & Co. in Macon. Committees were Phyllis Webb, Charlotte Pflum, Catherine
formed for Convention duties. Llewellyn, Linda Haley, Anna Jones, Janean
Linda Haley and Mary Ann Wilson Faux, Sandra Swadley, Marianne Burkhardt,
suggested gift items such as puzzles, games, Ruth Douglas, Ruth Thompson, Wendy
stamps, puzzle books, hand towels for use as Littrell, Elna Williams, Mettie Davis, Gina
clothing protectors for the Veterans Home at Smith, Julene Thornhill and guest, Suzanne
Mexico. Buff.
Donnie Bonuchi, representing the The next meeting will February 28, 1:30 p.m.,
organization, Shoes From the Heart, founded at the Fellowship Hall of Macon Methodist
by Bonuchi and his wife Cindy in 2012, told Church and will be a joint meeting with Tent
how the project was started as a Sunday #21, Columbia.
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Church Fellowship Hall with eight members our source. Our estimates are for a 200 pound
weighing in. This was Gail’s first weigh-in of person: 30 minutes prepping veggies and
the year. cooking dinner is 68 calories, clean the table
Janet led the meeting. TOPS and KOPS and wash dishes by hand is 30 calories in 15
Contact Frankie Lolli 660-651-4040 or Lolli Livestock Market
pledges were given. Roll call was, “did you lose minutes, vacuuming, mopping and cleaning
weight and how did you do on the contest?” your home 46 to 57 calories in 15 minutes,
Bobbi was best loser. Bobbi and Barbara G. sweeping out your garage or sidewalk 68
wiped out (won) Donnie Joyce’s “Tic, Tac, Go” calories in 15 minutes. Which labor savers do
contest. Barbara G. is in KOPS leeway. Bobbi you think you could do without? If you have
as best loser chose increasing our exercise as physical limitations what can you handle?
our weekly challenge. Perhaps you and a family member can share
Janet read information from Linda Cox, our chores. What other ideas can you think of?
new District Coordinator, on correctly filling Discussion followed.
out necessary forms. Some forms are new, Anyone interested in visiting or joining
most were older, but needed to be reviewed. TOPS is welcome. Please call Gail at 660-
Janet gave the lesson from “TOPS NEWS” 651-3025 or Janet at 660-216-4392 for more
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Obituaries Death Notices
JOHN A. CAVETT, age NORMA L. HER-
Daisy Irene Watkins Tabor Richard Shane Kealey 91 of La Plata, Missouri, RINGTON MILLER,
passed away Friday, Janu- 92, born June 29th, 1924,
Daisy Irene Watkins Tabor
Richard Shane Kealey,
ary 27, 2016. He was born passed away Saturday,
was born March 8, 1922 near
65, of Sierra Vista, died June 13, 1925. Funeral ser- January 28, 2017. She is
Excello, Mo. She was the
Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017, after vices were 1:30 p.m. Tues- urvived by her daughter,
second of five siblings born
to Roy Melvin Watkins and a short but courageous battle day, January 31, 2017 at Gayla Pappenfoht, and
Travis Funeral Chapel in grandson Gerred Pappen-
Lena Mae Teter Watkins. with cancer. Shane was born
La Plata. Burial with mili- foht. Funeral services will
She went to McClainsville July 27, 1951 in Holdrege,
tary honors was in the La be 1:00 pm Tuesday, Janu-
School for eight years and
NE to Daniel (deceased) and
Plata Cemetery. Visitation ary 31, 2017, at the Hut-
Macon High School for four
Mickey Kealey, the second was Tuesday, January 31, ton & McElwain Funeral
years, graduating in 1939. In
1949 she married William R. of five children. 2017 from 12:30 p.m. to Home in Macon. Burial
“Bill” Tabor. In 1952 Steven After graduating from 1:30 p.m. at Travis Funeral will be in the Mt. Salem
Chapel in La Plata. Cemetery southwest of
Ahlbom came to live with her Buena High School in 1969,
Excello, MO. Visitation
and Bill.
Shane joined the Navy where he served for three
MARGARET AILEEN will be from 5-7 pm, Mon-
She enjoyed keeping in touch with classmates and
years. Shane then went on to become “King of TODD passed away on day, January 30, 2017, at
helping plan class reunions and was active in 4H,
the Road” as he made his living as an over the January 31, 2017. Born the funeral home in Ma-
Cub Scouts, P.T.A and theOrder of the Eastern
Star. She worked as a waitress, clerk and telephone road truck driver. He enjoyed hunting and fishing on February 25, 1928. con.
She is survived by her
operator. During World War II she moved to and cooking - no one could make better salsa than
two children, Roger Todd Death Notices are
California and worked as an airplane mechanic for Shane!
(Rosanne) and Carla offered free as a public
the Navy Air Force. In 1968 she went to work at the
His true joy though, came from watching cartoons
Koontz (Philip). Funeral service. Death Notice
Macon County Courthouse where she handled voter
with the love of his life, his granddaughter, Frankie. services will be held 10am, includes Name- Birth/
registration and elections. After retirement she and
Bill roamed the U.S. in their R.V. spending several Shane is survived by his son, Daniel (Kat) Kealey Friday, February 3, 2017, Death Date-
winters in Florida, visiting her brother Lew Watkins. and granddaughter, Francesca of Sierra Vista; his at the Greening-Eagan- Immediate Family
Hayes Funeral Home, in (Spouse and
She enjoyed cooking, sewing, crafts, crossword puzzles mother, Mickey Kealey of Macon, Mo.; brothers,
Clarence, MO. Burial will Children)-Service date
and most of all, visiting with family.
Brian Kealey and Kevin Kealey of Excello, Mo.;
be in the St. Patrick’s Cem- and location
She is survived by one son, Steven Ahlbom of
sister, Colleen Ganske of Macon, Mo. and Suzanne etery, in Clarence, MO.
Chapel Hill, NC; one brother Floyd Watkins and
Lentz of Sierra Vista; nephews, Scott (Tanya)
wife Doris of Cairo; a sister-in-law Betty Watkins of
San Bernadino, CA and several nieces, nephews and Gallagher of Penn., TJ (Stacey) Semple of Mo., The Shepherd Calls
cousins. She was preceded in death by her parents; and Christopher Kealey of Tucson; nieces Virginia
By Dr. H. Wade Paris
her husband Bill; a son Gary Wayne Tabor; one sister Alexander of Sierra Vista, Misty (Clint) Briseno of The Wispy Widow
Betty Alice Ahlbom and husband George Ahlbom;
Sierra Vista, and Jennifer Kealey of Tucson. She’s a wispy lady and a good friend. She joined me
two brothers Lewis Watkins and wife Gwen and
He was preceded in death by his father, Daniel as I waited for a committee meeting to begin. “Let me
William Watkins.
show you something,” she said. “You know I am alone.”
Funeral services were Thursday, February 2, 2017 at Kealey and his nephew, Jason “JB” Gallagher.
Indeed, I did know that. I attended her husband’s funeral.
11:00 am at the Hutton & McElwain Funeral Home Graveside services will be held Thursday, Feb. 2,
“I get lonesome, so I got me a dog,” she continued. “My
in Macon. Burial was in the Woodlawn Cemetery in 2017 at 10 a.m. at the Southern Arizona Veterans last dog was 12 years old when I put him to sleep. I said
Macon. Visitation was Thursday morning from 10-11
Memorial Cemetery, 1300 S. Buffalo Soldier Trail, I would never get another dog, but I did.”
at the funeral home. Family suggests memorials to
Sierra Vista, Ariz. She fished her phone from her purse. It was bright green.
the Macon County Senior Center.
I smiled; I’d never seen a green phone. Effortlessly she
took her index finger and began to flip through many
photos. Finally, she found the one she wanted, though
Charles N. Sharpe Marianna Eaves
she had many pictures of her new pet. I smiled again.
Charles N. Sharpe, Jr., age 89, went home to be with Marianna Eaves, 90, of Columbia passed away on
Here was this aging widow using modern technology
the Lord on February 1, 2017 at 12:01 am. Mr. Sharpe Tuesday, January 31, 2017, at South Hampton Place.
with the skill of a teenager. I thought, “Maybe that’s why
died at his residence in Bethel, Missouri. Mr. Sharpe had She was born on October 19, 1926, in Trenton, Missouri,
I like you. You don’t live in the past.” She still drives,
suffered from declining health due to cardiac and renal the daughter of John Alva and Lillie Alberta (Fisher)
takes care of her own home. and has many friends.
issues. Brassfield, both of whom preceded her in death. She
With a sparkle in her eyes and a joy in her voice, she
Mr. Sharpe held many titles throughout his life was married on July 28, 1946, at Honey Creek Chapel
told me about finding the dog at
including Pastor, President and Founder of Ozark in Trenton to Byron E. Eaves, who also preceded her in
Wayside Waifs. A small dog in an upper cage—their
National Life Insurance Company, Marine, salesman, death.
eyes met, and they fell in love.
farmer, mentor and friend. But the accolade he most Byron and Marianna owned “Eaves Real Estate and
Since our brief encounter this morning, I’ve continued
desired to hear was heard early this morning from his Insurance” in Macon, MO where they lived and worked
to think about my wispy friend. I dug out my latest copy
Lord, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” most of their adult lives. Later in life, they worked for
of the National Geographic and read again the plight of
Born June 17, 1927, Mr. Sharpe was the son of Charles Koch Oil Co. to secure oil and gas pipeline right-of-way
some widows. In some countries, it is customary for a
Norval Sharpe, Sr. And Lois Atha Byers Sharpe, of Bethel, throughout the midwest. Then finally, they established
deceased husband’s family to lay claim to the widow’s
Missouri. After graduating from La Belle High School, “Marianna’s Jewelry” company and sold jewelry across
possessions and children. I thanked God that is not our
he enlisted in the United States Marine Corp. during the Midwest.
custom.
World War II. As Pastor of Heartland Community She is survived by: two children, Don Edward Eaves of
The one sad note in our meeting was her words, “I
Church and Founder of C.N.S. International Ministries, Las Vegas, Nevada, and Sherry Deanna Mason of Lake
get lonesome.” After fifty years of marriage, I can
Pastor Sharpe is remembered by thousands of men, Ozark, MO; one sister, Marjorie Grisamore of Galt, MO;
understand that. Yet, the second half of that statement
women and children for his passion to help them get nine grandchildren and seventeen great grandchildren.
tells who she is, “so, I got me a dog.” I get lonesome, so
free from life-controlling behaviors through the Gospel. Besides her parents and husband, she was preceded in
I got me a dog.
Starting with his family’s original 600-acre homestead death by: one son, Dwight Eaves; one sister, Frances
Life is filled with problems, and they compound as
near La Belle, Missouri, he expanded into an 18,000- Brown; and two brothers, Dwight and J.A. Brassfield.
you age. Maybe the difference between youth and age
acre farm spanning three northeast Missouri counties, Funeral services will be held at Honey Creek Chapel
is when the young face problems, they seek solutions;
largely to provide work for people in the recovery in Trenton, MO on Friday, February 3 at 1:00 p.m.
when you give in to age, you give in to your problems.
programs. Mr. Sharpe  was Chancellor  of Heartland She will be laid to rest at the Hondy Creek Cemetery
The aging psalmist prayed, “Lord, remember me when
Christian College. immediately afterwards. Memorial donations to the
I am old and gray . . .” The young, forward-looking Jesus
These ministries were assisted in large part by Pastor Honey Creek Cemetery Fund would be appreciated.
said, “I’ll be with you always, even unto the end of your
Sharpe’s business acumen and ownership of Ozark Arrangements are under the direction of Parker-
days.”
National Life Insurance Company. Ozark National Life Millard Funeral Service and Crematory; 12 East Ash
Hay School For Livestock
was founded by Mr. Sharpe in 1964 and remained his Street, Columbia, Missouri, 65203; (573) 449-4153.
pride and joy throughout his life, and many of his closest Condolences may be left online for the family at www.
friendships and deepest loyalties were forged there. ParkerMillard.com Producers
Mr. Sharpe was preceded in death by his parents; his
first wife, Wanda Fern Walker Sharpe; his son, Charles
Obituary Livestock producers and horse owners can learn how
Rodney Sharpe; his brother, Wilbur Sharpe; and his
sister, Thelma Dee Teeter. He was later united in Policy to make “Hay That Pays” at the 2017 University of Mis-
souri Extension regional hay school, March 18 in Kirks-
marriage to Laurie J. Emerson on December 30, 1989
ville.
in Bermuda. She survives and continues her efforts
All obituaries 300 “Attendees of this class will be able to decide if mak-
as a tireless supporter of the work and vision of Ozark
words are less are ing their own hay and balage is an economically sound
National Life Insurance Company, CNS International
$25.00; decision for their farming operation,” says MU Exten-
Ministries, and Heartland Community Church, where
sion agronomy specialist Valerie Tate. The six-hour
she has served alongside her husband for 27 years. He
301 to 400 words noncredit course covers all aspects of hay production.
is also survived by his daughters, Linda Patchin and
her spouse Robert, and Carol Boone and her spouse are $45.00; The course is geared toward producers who already have
their own hay production equipment or have hay cus-
Willard, and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren,
tom-harvested on their land.
and great-great-grandchildren; and one sister, Dorothy 401 to 500 is $65.00;
Tate says the program will help growers learn about
B. Moore, of Kansas City, Missouri.
what kinds of forages are best suited for hay in northern
Celebration services will be held at 9am on Sunday, 500 and up, contact
Missouri. They will also learn what kind of hay meets
February 5, 2017, at the Heartland Community Church us for pricing.
the nutritional needs of livestock
in Bethel, Missouri with Kris Palmer and Dave Barton
Other topics include supplements to hay, hay tests,
officiating. Visitation services will be held Saturday,
$10 extra to add a the econom-
February 4, 2017 from 4pm to 8pm at the church. A
photo. ics of fertilizing
private family burial service will follow at the Heartland
hayfields, what
Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, family suggests memorials
Death Notices are makes good bal-
to CNS International Ministries.
To borrow a passage from Scripture, these are the days offered free as a age and more.
Tate says for-
of the years of Charles N. Sharpe, Jr. He breathed his last public service.
age growers
and died in a good old age, an old man and full of years, Death Notice
will learn how
and was gathered to his people. includes
to reduce losses
Name- Birth/Death
when storing
Date-
and feeding hay.
Immediate Family They will discuss
(Spouse and whether making hay is profitable for their operation.
Children)-Service The event is at the MU Extension Center in Adair
date and location County, 503 E. Northtown Road, Kirksville.
Tate suggests preregistration by March 10. There is a
$40 fee. Call MU Extension in Adair County at 660-665-
9866 for more information or to register.
Randy & Michele - Neil & Sherry Travis
103 E Main St., Atlanta, MO 63530
125 South Church Street
660-239-4512
La Plata, MO 63549 fax [phone]
[phone] www.elliottfunerals.com
K. Prentice Elliott
Shelly Elliott
www.travisfuneralchapel.com
ChKa.r lPerse Kn.t iWcea Etslolino tt • Shelly Elliott • Charles K. Watson
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Macon County OATS Meeting Rep. Tim Remole Appointed to Committees
On January 23, 2017, the Macon Coun- Sondra Hilgendorf announced prepa- of Corrections, .as a member of the
ty OATS Volunteer Support Committee ration of income taxes will begin Febru- Subcommittee on Corrections Workforce
meeting was called to order by Chairper- ary 8 at the NECAC office from 9-11 am Environment and Conduct.
son, Theresa Flennory. Minutes from the and 1-3 pm Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Recent news reports have detailed
last meeting were amended, Treasurer’s Thursdays. Call NECAC at 385-4616 for multiple cases in which corrections
report was approved as read. appointment. Sondra stated there will be employees have been the victims of
Best Choice labels and birthday money a Macon Senior Center fundraiser trip to harassment by other employees. Some
were collected. A guest to the meeting Colorado Springs June 11-17, cost $695. were retaliated against after reporting
was introduced. Sign up at the Senior Center. incidents. Some cases led to lawsuits that
There is no trip scheduled for Febru- Next OATS meeting will be February 27 have cost Missouri millions of dollars in
ary. at 10 am at the Northeast Regional Of- legal settlements, with more pending.
All volunteers were urged to attend fice, 3006 Jim’s Road. House Speaker Todd Richardson said
Transportation Day Tuesday, April 4, All OATS meetings are open to the the harassment uncovered within the
2017 at the state capitol in Jefferson City public. OATS transportation is available department is unacceptable and has asked
to impress on the legislators the impor- to anyone regardless of age, income, dis- the committee to “ensure the department
tance of providing adequate funding for ability, race, gender, religion or national does not allow a pervasive culture of
this vital transportation service. origin. harassment to exist in the future.”
Sheree Webb, Northeast Regional From Macon county to: “I want to thank Speaker Richardson for
Director, addressed the Volunteers, Columbia – February 6 and 28; March appointing me to this committee,” said
thanked them for their participation and 6 and 28 Remole, R-Excello. “Recent events in our
distributed calendars. She reiterated the Kirksville – February 14; March 14 correctional system need to be looked
importance of attending the Transporta- Macon – February 21 and 27; March 20 at in depth to ensure we have a safe,
tion Day event. and 21 Rep. Tim Remole Appointed Vice Chair professional working environment for all
Moberly – February 28; March 28 of Conservation and Natural Resources of our corrections employees.”
Great Northwest
To schedule a ride for the above Committee, and will serve on the “Also, it is such an honor to have
routes call 800-654-6287 Monday – Subcommittee on Corrections Workforce the opportunity to serve on the other
Missouri Day Friday, between 8 am and 3 pm. Environment and Conduct committees that will address issues I
To schedule a ride for Contract As the Missouri House has convened know the people in my district care about.
Trips, call Norma Benson, 660-385- for the 2017 legislative session, state The preservation of our environment is
7734. Rep. Remole was selected to serve as beneficial to not just the people in my
City of Macon Service: vice chair for the House Committee on district, but to all Missourians. I look
The Macon Chamber of Com- Conservation and Natural Resources. forward to working with my colleagues
merce/OATS provides public trans- Remole was selected for the position by in finding solutions that better our state
portation for residents of Macon House Speaker Todd Richardson, who for our future generations. I want to
Monday through Friday, 9 am to 3 also named him to serve as a member of thank Speaker Richardson for putting
pm, $2 per stop. To schedule a ride, the House Committee on Corrections me in a position to impact policies that
call 660-385-2811, 9 am to 5 pm. and Public Institutions and the Special can have a positive, substantive effect on
In addition to the above schedule, Committee on Employment Security. the folks who sent me here to Jefferson
transportation is available Mondays, In addition, Rep. Remole will serve on City to serve as their voice,” said Remole,
Wednesdays, and Fridays to Colum- a committee charged with investigating R-Excello.
bia on the “Weekly Express;” call the allegations of
1-800-654-6287 for more informa- harassment within the
tion. Missouri Department
Mitch Wrenn, Bucklin
American Legion Green
Hills Post 57 Adjutant,
was part of the Linn
County, Missouri group
that met at the Jefferson
City state capital for
Northwest Missouri Day.
Wrenn presented the plan
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THIRD QUARTER
Parents As Teachers is a free program for families
prenatal-5years of age. PAT offers home visits/
screenings for families and their children. It also offers
brain-based development information that supports,
directs, and encourages the growth and development of
children. Pictured is a PAT family reading to their twin
daughters (Piper with Dad and Peyton with Mom) with
PAT Director Terri Joe Bruner.
The Macon Kiwanis held their regular meeting during
lunch on Monday. Speaker for the meeting was Donnie
Bonuchi from Shoes From The Heart. He informed the
audience that Shoes From The Heart began in 2012.
During that year, it provided over 500 pairs of shoes Shelby County Fair, 4-H Clover Kids: Following the Anderson and Walk Construction LLC: Two cousins
in Macon County. Now they are in Missouri, Illinois, cat show at the Shelby County Fair, 4-H Clover Kids are following in their fathers’ footsteps. Justin Anderson
Iowa and Kansas. Shoes are especially designed for brought their pets to the fair. The kids sat a table with a and Chris Walk grew up with their fathers, Bill Anderson
Shoes From the Heart with each pair costing around “judge” who asked the kids questions about their animal. and Allen Walk, working together. Anderson owned
$10 including shipping costs. Shoes From The Heart is This helps give the kids a chance to learn about public the business, Anderson & Sons Construction (started
made up of hundreds of volunteers. It is a 501C3 with a speaking, answering questions, and some responsibility in 1989), for approximately 25 years. The cousins often
working board. Money raised stays in the communities with the care of their pet. Each Clover Kid received a tagged along and soon learned the tools of the trade.
where it’s raised. Shoes From The Heart typically small trophy and ribbon for their participation. Bree, In April 2016, they decided it was time to continue the
helps approximately 600 children each year in Macon Bella and Hunter: Hunter is Bree’s 4-month-old puppy. tradition and open their own business, Anderson and
County. Walk Construction LLC.
Hospice Compassus held an open house and ribbon cutting on Wednesday, October
26. They were celebrating moving to a more spacious, airier facility. The new address
is 1701-A Prospect Drive in Macon (down the street from their old location). Hospice
Relay For Life was held at Macon R-I school grounds on Saturday. Lead for this Compassus is about “honoring each life with compassion, integrity and excellence.”
year’s event was Leslie Winegar who was also treasurer for Relay For Life Macon. According to information in their brochure, Hospice Compassus is not about dying
Winegar has been involved with Relay for Life for nine years. She informed the crowd but about providing quality of life when life expectancy is limited.
it takes a large committee to hold Relay For Life and about six months of each year to
BAM: Have you
plan it. She said there were 5,000 communities across America participating in Relay
wondered why any-
For Life with 4 million people worldwide.
one would ride 300
Each year a person or persons are selected as the The Hero of Hope. According to
miles on a bicycle? For
Relay For Life’s website: “The Hero of Hope is a registered volunteer (or family of a
many bicyle enthu-
volunteer) who is a survivor or caregiver and exemplifies support of the ACS mission
asists, there’s the sense
& local Relay event, chosen by Event Leadership/Committee for recognition of their
of adventure, the ex-
commitment to Relay and the fight against cancer.” One Hero of Hope selected this
ercise, and sense of
year was Modeste Ewing (left) . It was said that Ewing was a mom and sister-in-law
accomplishment. One
and that the fight against cancer was very strong and important in her heart.
area woman, how-
The other person selected as The Hero of Hope for 2016 was Neal Wilson (right) . He
ever, is using Bicy-
has been a caretaker for his father and grandmother and has stood beside everyone
cles Across Missouri
and helped them fight. He is also a member of the Believe Project.
(BAM) as a chance to
fundraise.
Susan Spencer, Chief
Financial Officer of
Samaritan Memorial
Hospital, is riding in
BAM to raise money
for the Samaritan Me-
morial Foundation.
Macon Health Care and Rehabilitation held its annual 4th of July celebration on
Thursday, June 30. The Jaycees were there selling hot dogs, nachos, sno cones, and
drinks. A band provided live entertainment. Games such as Extra Large Jenga and
others were provided for both children and adults alike. Casey’s North in Macon also Shelby County Junior Queen: A contest was held for Shelby County Junior Queen
sponsored a baby show at the beginning of activities. As it became dusk, large lanterns on Tuesday, July 5 between the Little Mr. & Miss contest and the Queen contest.
were lit by fire and allowed to fly off into the sky. Several different colors were lit up. Photo: (seated) 2016 Shelby County Junior Queen, Amber Durbin and (back, left to
The evening finished after the lanterns with a large display of fireworks enjoyed by right) 1st Runner Up Jena Hammond, 2015 Shelby County Junior Queen Callie and
everyone. 2nd Runner Up Elisabeth Fugeat.
The Macon High School Concert Band performed March in Hannibal, MO at the State Music Festival for large ensembles. These Talented Tigers received a “1” rating from
all four judges, which marks the 43rd consecutive year the MHS Band has received a “1” rating in state competition! Congratulations to all the students and faculty in the
Macon Band Department on this achievement.
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Cut to the Chase Search for Missouri Century Farms Continues
Check Out MoDOT’s Citizen’s Guide and then do some
If your farm has been in your family recognized by the MU Extension center
By Estil Fretwell calculations by
since Dec. 31, 1917, you can apply to in the county where the farm is located.
using the numbers
have it recognized as a Missouri Century Applicants are presented with a sign and
“Winters aren’t as bad as they used to on page 3 of the
Farm. a certificate.
be,” I remember my Dad saying. “It “Citizen’s Guide
To qualify, farms must meet the Since Missouri began the program in
would snow so much that drifts would to Transportation
following guidelines. The same family 1976, more than 8,000 century farms
cover the fences. When the sun melted Funding in Missouri”
must have owned the farm for 100 have been recognized.
the top of the snow during the day and on the Missouri
consecutive years. The line of ownership For applications received by May 1, a
it froze overnight, we would ice skate on Department of
from the original settler or buyer may $55 fee covers the cost of a certificate,
the snow and over the fences all the way Transportation’s
be through children, grandchildren, farm sign and booklet for approved
to school.” (MoDOT) website,
siblings, and nephews or nieces, including applicants. If the application is received
Unlike my Dad, I didn’t ice skate, ride www.modot.org.
through marriage or adoption. The farm between May 1 and May 15, the cost is
horseback or walk “uphill both ways” While you are there,
must be at least 40 acres of the original $65. Applications must be postmarked by
to school but rather rode a bus from the check out the wealth of information
land acquisition and make a financial May 15, 2017, to be considered.
farm. However, that didn’t stop me from in the “Citizen’s Guide” about how
contribution to the overall farm income. For application forms and information,
having my own snow story for my kids: “I Missouri’s transportation is funded in
University of Missouri Vice Chancellor call Extension Publications toll-free at
remember when it snowed so much that the state and what the money is used for.
for Extension and Engagement Marshall 1-800-292-0969, contact your local MU
drifts would close down our gravel road. You will learn that MoDOT has the 7th
Stewart said, “Family farms have been Extension center, or visit the program
It was so bad that they had to bring in largest highway system in the country
among our most vital partners since the website at extension.missouri.edu/
bulldozers to open the roads back up.” but ranks 47th nationally in revenue per
founding of extension more than 100 centuryfarm.
Another snow story occurred in the late mile. Information shows that the current
years ago. The century farm program
70s when we lived in northeast Missouri, 17-cents-per-gallon state fuel tax was last
is one way we express our gratitude to
and the state road between Canton and increased in 1996 but has the purchasing
those who have contributed so much to
Monticello drifted shut for about a mile. power of only 8 cents today.
Missouri agriculture.”
There was so much snow that the state In the guide you can learn how
In 2008, the Missouri Farm Bureau
maintenance crew could only clear a we compare with other states, what
joined MU Extension and the MU
one-way path with snow walls towering the current highway conditions are
College of Agriculture, Food and Natural
above the cars. Drivers with CB radios and where the priority needs are for
Resources as a program sponsor.
would shout out that they were coming improvements. You will even find a
“Missouri Farm Bureau is a proud
through. If two cars met, one – hopefully unique calculator that will estimate how
partner in the recognition of century
the better driver – would have to back much you personally pay each month in
farms,” said Blake Hurst, president. “We
out. transportation taxes and fees and indicate
applaud the hard-working farm families
At least for now, winters aren’t as bad where that money is being spent.
that have kept us fed and clothed for
as they used to be. While it is sometimes During the coming months, the need
generations. They represent an important
hard to predict and stay ahead of the for additional transportation funding in
part of our heritage and laid a foundation
winter weather, our state, city and Missouri will be a subject of discussion
for the bounty Americans enjoy every
county highway employees do a good job by our state policymakers, and I urge
day.”
keeping our roadways and bridges open you to become as informed as you can.
Applicants certified as AUCTION
and safe for travel. The “Citizen’s Guide” from MoDOT is a
owners of a 2017 Missouri
We have become accustomed to getting good place to start.
Century Farm will be Public Real Estate
in our vehicles and driving to wherever
we want. We just assume there will be & Grocery Store
a road to get us there, we fully expect Liquidation
it to be passable and hopefully smooth, Saturday, Feb. 18, 2017
and we anticipate it to be a safe journey.
at 10:00 am
And for the opportunity to freely use the
Corner of Chestnut & Hwy. 151 • Clarence, MO
roads and bridges in our state highway Directions: From Bus. 36 & Hwy. 151 in Clarence, MO, go
system, the average driver’s daily cost is south on Hwy. 151. Cross railroad tracks and auction will be
less than the price of a small cup of coffee located on the west side of the road. Watch for signs day of auction.
at McDonald’s (not senior coffee for
Real Estate: 10,000 sq. ft. metal
which I am now eligible!). clear span building, new roof in ’97,
To confirm the average daily cost, you sprinkler system, all electric. This
may need to first go to McDonald’s building has lots of potential, it
should make someone a wonderful
building or business located in the
Your Government heart of Clarence, MO. Real Estate
will be sold at 12 noon.
and Community To view property call Scotty Kuntz
at 573-356-4405
Online Resource
Also Selling:
Grocery Store Merchandise & New Inventory Items
(New Inventory Items Will Be Charged Tax)
www.maconcountymo.com
Auctioneer’s Note:Ladies & Gentlemen we will be selling out A&R
Market, formerly known as D&B, which has been in the Clarence
community for a very long time. Mr. & Mrs. Chittum have decided
to retire and we would appreciate everyone’s support.
Thank you in advance for joining us. Scotty Kuntz
Visit www.scottysauctionservice.com forphotos!
WINTER IS HERE!!
Let us take care of your outdoor projects!
Driveways, sidewalks, patios Scotty Kuntz:573-356-4405
pergolas, and more!!!! Kevin Keeling:573-682-4861• Paxton Pittman: 918-316-7500
Let us get your home remodeling projects scheduled!
AUCTION
Over 16 Years Experience Check out pictures
of our work on our
FREE Estimates! Facebook Page! Public Farm
CONTACT US ABOUT SPECIALIZING IN: Auction
Driveways • Sidewalks • Patios Saturday, Feb. 11, 2017
Garage Floors • Footings • Foundation
SNOW Dirt Work • Hauling • Grain Bin Pads at 10:00 am
REMOVAL Household Remodeling Seller: McCoy Farms
Outdoor Bar & Grills
Directions: From Shelbyville, MO, on Hwy. K go 9 miles west to Hwy.
H, then 1.9 miles north. Turn east onto Shelby 228, then 1.2 miles to auc-
Justin Anderson 660.-651.-3244 or Chris Walk 660---.676.-0393 tion. Watch for signs day of auction.
[email protected]
Tractors: 1981 Allis Chalmers 7010, 2600 orig. hours, one
The Macon Senior Center owner, heat & AC works, duals, 4 new tires; JD 4010, diesel,
good rubber, straight metal, good paint, very nice tractor; 1978
will be having a 185 Allis Chalmers, diesel, w/Kelly front loader w/bucket; TE
30 Ferguson; Farmall M, narrow front; Farmall 460, wide front,
Ham Dinner after Church fast hitch, 4th gear makes noise;
Farm & Livestock Equipment: Kewanee 10’hyd. tilt; Krone
February 12, 2017 11-1pm 10’6 3pt. Disc Mower, like new; Kuhn 10 wheel hay rake, like
new; Heider auger wagon; New Holland 311 square baler w/tie;
JD 709 7’3pt. brush hog; JD 7000 6 row planter, w/corn, milo,
Ham, Green Beans, Mashed Potatoes or
bean plates, excellent condition; portable water tank; (2) 16’hay
Sweet Potatoes, Roll, Dessert and Drink! wagons; 14’hay wagon; 5’Ford 3pt. blade; Lots of cattle panels;
Peoples Land Co. 10’walk through gate; numerous 12’portable gates; 4/14 pull
Adults ~ $7.00 type plow; Antique JD corn sheller; Grain-o-vator auger wagon;
Killbros gravity wagon; Massey Ferguson mixer grinder
10 and Under ~ $4.00 “Specializing in the sale of agricultural land and w/scales; Powder River cattle catch chute; Portable cattle tub
hunting properties in northeast Missouri.” gate system; 10’gates; 12’gates; IH 475 hyd. fold disc; 15’soil
finisher disc; 30’hay elevator; Delta manual fold 24’harrow; JD
www.peopleslandco.com
4/14 plow, mounted; 13’field cultivator; 13’pull type cultivator;
Yetter Tye no-till drill, nice drill; Automatic hog catcher; Hog
gates; Hog panels; 10x20 Hog loafing sheds; Hog huts;
Trailers & Misc. Items:8 bale gooseneck hay trailer; 3pt. bale
spike; bale spike for front end loader; (2) 500 gal. fuel barrels; 8
ton bulk bin; 6 ton bulk bin; grain bin, storage only; lots of live
Shelby Co. 1600 acres, What an opportunity we have been given to offer for sale one of the top Hedge post; Richie waterer; water tanks; Bale spike w/elect.
properties in Missouri, if noSt the MidOwest. ThiLs is a higDh percent tillable property that lays as winch; 18.4-30 tires, cement mixer; 22.5-14 drive tires; 18.4-26
good as any farm you will ever come across. The beautiful, high productive farm land is coupled 10 bolt tires & rims; 420 gal. water tank; pickup trailer; old barn
with an incredible home site, that has tons of storage, awesome outbuildings, an unbelievably lumber; 3pt. bale unroller; 14’ gooseneck trailer w/fold down
nice shop, nice home, and a grain handling setup that makes this farm turn-key. $10,000,000 ramp; 2007 Trailerman 20’ w/5’ dovetail, 3 ramps; 1994
Donahue 27’x24 livestock trailer, center divider; bumper hitch 8
baler trailer; Bonanza 20’gooseneck livestock trailer;
OTHER • Shelby Co 760 acres
Small Items/Shop:steel traps; live trap; woven wire stretcher;
• Macon Co 120 acres Rigid elect. impact, Power miter metal chop saw; misc. jacks; 2
RECENT spd. Axle motor; Gallagher elect. fencer; Blitzer elect. fencer;
• Knox Co 113 acres
New quick hitch; Echo chainsaw; Brunner air compressor;
SALES • Shelby Co 234 acres Harris cutting torch;
• Shelby Co 60 acres Hay: (11) 1yr. old Brome, net wrap; (22) 2yr. old Mix grass, net
wrap; 2016 Mix grass, 8x24, new wrap;
Auctioneer’s Note: Ladies & Gentlemen, this is an auction you don’t
Thinking of selling your farm?
want to miss. Everything has been very well taken care of and shedded
it’s entire life. Most items are one owner and very well-maintained.
List now while demand is strong
Special Note:We have very few small items. Machinery will be sold
around 10:30am then moving onto livestock equipment, gates & fencing,
so please be on time. Thank you! Scotty Kuntz
PEOPLES LAND CO. LLC.
Visit www.scottysauctionservice.com forphotos!
113. E. Hwy. 151 • Leonard, MO.
Office: 660-762-4500
Steve Peoples, Broker/Owner: 660-651-6500
Anthony Peoples, Broker/Sales Assoc. 660-651-6501
Laden Force, Broker/Sales Assoc. 660-234-2844
Scotty Kuntz:573-356-4405
Amanda Peoples, Sales Assoc. 573-220-5301
Kevin Keeling:573-682-4861• Paxton Pittman: 918-316-7500
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Chapter Four
Written by Carolyn Mueller
Illustrated by Christopher Grant
A
s Jim grew larger, he was
determined to prove that he Koko the Gorilla
was more than an “ungainly
Another famous animal who appeared to understand
pup.” His first test was an
human language was Koko, a female gorilla. Koko
official hunting trial. All of was born at the San Francisco Zoo, and she has been
the dogs trained at Ira Irvine’s cared for her entire life by a researcher named Penny
kennels were given a trial. Their Patterson. Penny began teaching Koko sign language
owners wanted to see if they’d when she was just a baby and reportedly uses more
than 1,000 signs and understands more than 2,000
be good enough to take into
English words. She once told Penny that she hoped to
the field.
get a kitten for Christmas! Koko’s wish came true and
“If he doesn’t show any she named her kitten “All Ball.”
promise,” Sam told Ira, “I’ll
Koko sometimes shares memories through sign lan-
have to get rid of him.” guage and even complimented another gorilla who was
learning with Penny by signing the message “Good
That was a lot of pressure on
Sign.” But can Koko really understand human language
my father. He was still waiting Jim trotted over, retrieved the set him apart from just any old
or is she just really well trained, since she sometimes
to find his forever home, and he bird and brought it straight back everyday setter? Well, remember
is given special treats for completing her signs?
really didn’t want Sam to send to Sam. Jim didn’t chew the the day that Sam and Jim were
People question if perhaps Koko is being influenced
him away. The two men took Jim bird or damage it at all. Jim was hunting when Jim identified a
by the Clever Hans Effect. Maybe Penny is actually en-
out into the field for his first test. perfect! number of different trees? Jim
couraging Koko to give certain signs through her body
Immediately, Jim smelled quail. was more than just a great hunter.
“I didn’t think he’d do it!” Sam language. It’s hard to understand exactly what Koko
It seemed to Sam that when Jim
Llewellin Setters, like me and told Ira. does or does not know, but she’s definitely another
hunted with him, he was not interesting example of an animal communicating and
my father, are bred to be natural
For the rest of the afternoon
just following instinct or trained appearing to understand human language.
hunters. We have a great sense of
the two men hunted quail, and
commands. No, it seemed that
smell, and when we smell game
my father was their flawless
Jim understood in plain English
we know how to pose in what’s companion. He broke the birds
what was being asked of him!
called a “point” position. out of their coveys and retrieved
Paper training
After that day in the forest, Sam
It’s really quite easy. Give it a them when necessary.
was convinced that my father
try! Nose forward, tail out, and “Well, this is one dog I don’t Jim was skilled at communicating. Newspapers have
could understand language. Even
front paw lifted and curled under. think I’ll ever give away,” Sam many examples of communication that are intended
though Sam’s wife doubted the
That’s how we show our owners told Ira at the end of the day. to persuade, inform and entertain. Can you find an
story and told him to keep it to example of each?
where birds and other game are
And just like that my father had himself, Sam wanted to show his
hiding. Learning Standards: I can read historical fiction and make
earned the trust and loyalty of friends what his new hunting dog text-to-text and text-to-world connections.
When Jim smelled his first quail his new owner. Jim had found his could do!
For a companion teaching guide, visit mo-nie.com and use
in the field he assumed a perfect home.
The day after Jim identified the download code: teachmo17.
point. When a bird flushed into
Jim was a great hunting trees, Sam took him to town. It
flight, Sam shot it.
companion, but lots of dogs are, was time for people to meet this Special
“Dead bird!” he shouted. especially in my family. So what Wonder Dog. thanks to
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Chapter Five
Written by Carolyn Mueller
Illustrated by Christopher Grant
O
ne sunny afternoon, Sam Word of the Wonder
Alex the Parrot
took Jim to town to show off Dog spread quickly.
his intelligence. Sam owned the Ruff Another animal in history able to
Hotel in Marshall, and correctly identify colors and objects was
“You need to see how smart my
it was there that Jim Alex the parrot. Alex was an African grey
dog is,” he told people.
gave many performances parrot owned by a researcher named Irene
Sam told the story of how Jim demonstrating his Pepperberg. When Irene began her work
had identified the trees and abilities. with Alex, people thought that an animal
how he had always been a needed a large primate brain to under-
Sometimes Sam and Jim stand language—like humans or gorillas.
perfect hunting companion. He
would leave the room But Alex, a tiny bird, demonstrated what
was met with doubt.
and everyone would Irene called a “two way communication
“I’m sure he’s a great dog, agree upon a task for the code.”
Sam,” they said. “But he’s dog to complete upon Alex could identify 50 different objects
just a dog. He doesn’t actually ran right over to the man’s car and put return. When my father and recognize quantities up to six. He
understand what you’re asking.” his paw on the plate! He then looked got back, all his owner had to say could tell the difference between seven
“I’ll prove it,” Sam said. at the group as if to say, “See.” was, “Jim, do what they were talking colors, five shapes and multiple sizes.
Since parrots can mimic the sound of
“I don’t believe it!” Mr. Van Arsdale’s about while we were gone.” Jim would
Sam’s friends were gathered in town, human language, Alex could say 100
friends said. complete the task! Sometimes it
and a few of them had cars parked just English words!
would be to identify a certain person
down the street. “He’s amazing!”
or object. Either way, Jim always got Of course, like Koko, Hans and Jim, Alex
“Jim,” Sam said to his dog. “Go and “He’s unbelievable!” it right. was met with doubt. Maybe the parrot
was another case of training or the
show this man which car is his.”
Soon, word spread of my father’s People constantly tried to fool Jim. “Clever Hans Effect”? Still, people were
My father looked calmly at his owner, abilities. Those were the first cars Jim Sometimes questions were tricky. For amazed at Alex’s ability to communicate
then trotted over and placed his paw was asked to identify, but he once told example, when asked, “Jim, if we and identify objects with ease.
on the correct car, just as he’d done to me that in his lifetime he correctly had some money we wanted to keep
the trees. Everyone was shocked. identified more than 1,000 vehicles! where the famous gangster, Al Capone,
“If he’s so smart,” one man said, “let The people in town asked Sam to test couldn’t get it, where would we put Paper training
me give you the license number of my Jim in other ways. it?” Jim went right to the safe and
Jim was a pro at identifying vehicles.
car, and let’s see if he can find it.” “Jim, show me a man with a red placed his paw on the door! Find used cars for sale in your
Sam wasn’t so sure. He’d didn’t know necktie.” Each time a crowd saw Jim perform, newspaper. Create a bar graph
if Jim knew anything about numbers! “Jim, show me a man with a black people commented on my father’s representing the types of cars for sale.
The man wrote the numbers 19-248 on mustache.” eyes. Jim had big, chocolate brown Learning Standards: I can read historical
a piece of paper. Sam showed it to my eyes, like any Llewellin Setter, but fiction and make text-to-text and text-to-world
“Jim, show me a woman in a blue connections.
father. there was something different there
dress. Or white gloves. Or a yellow
too. Anyone who met him could For a companion teaching guide, visit
“Jim,” he said. “This man has a car hat.” mo-nie.com and use download code: teachmo17.
see real intelligence reflected in his
with these numbers on the plate. Can
Question after question was thrown eyes. It was as if this dog truly could
you find it?”
at him, and he always got them right, understand. Special
One quick glance and Jim was off! He completing each task with ease. thanks to
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