The Syracuse Journal June 22, 2011

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THE
SYR ACUSEJOURNAL
Syracuse, KS
Volume 126, Issue No. 25
What’s
Happening
Fireworks Ban
Coolidge & Syracuse:
No Fireworks Sold or
Discharged for
July 4th
Hamilton County - No
Fireworks Discharged
Up to $500 Fine
June 13 - July 12
City-Wide Fire Ban
No Open Flame Fires
Wednesday, June 29th
Customer Appreciation Day
First National Bank
@11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 29th
Community Friendship Meal
United Methodist Church
@ 5 - 6:30 p.m.
Friday, July 22nd
Jared Daniels Band
Hamilton County Fair
Ballfields
@ 8:00 p.m.
Coming Soon:
Syracuse Farmer’s Market
For More Information
Call (620) 260-0272
Coolidge Bingo
1st & 3rd Wednesdays
Coolidge Gym
@ 7:00 p.m.
WEATHER
Sunny
High: 92º; Low: 60º
Forecast, Page 9
Word Wise
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The Voice of Hamilton County Since 1885
Drought Conditions Causes
Concern, Fireworks Ban
by Carol Roberts
Staff Reporter
Due to extremely dry
conditions and hot winds,
discharging fireworks in the City
of Syracuse and all of Hamilton
County has been banned this year.
For the most part the community
is in support of these bans, especially
since wheat harvest is so close. With
thousands of acres of ripe wheat and
dry CRP grass, if a fire got started it
could cost millions of dollars in lost
revenue. Once a wildfire starts it can
spread one mile in one minute or
more when you factor in the wind
that usually accompanies a grass fire.
One farmer, who requested his
name be withheld, with wheat ready
for harvest supports the fireworks
ban. He ran a fireworks stand
for several years to help pay for
his school tuition. But even he
commented that he understands
why the ban was put in place.
“The five thousand dollars
or so that I would have made at
the fireworks stand would not be
worth someone’s wheat field or
home,” the farmer commented.
Rose Bliss has run a fireworks
stand in Hamilton County for
several years and will have her
fireworks stand open again this year.
While the discharge of fireworks
anywhere in Hamilton County is
illegal, their sale remains legal.
“I was hoping it would rain
enough so the ban would be
lifted,” Bliss said. “If I don’t have
fireworks for sale here, people will
go somewhere else to buy them.”
In addition to Hamilton County,
all counties surrounding Hamilton
The Syracuse Journal/Carol Roberts
A lone fireworks stand sits empty ready for an Independence Day celebration that may not occur if the weather does not provide enough rain between
now and July 4th. While it is legal to sell fireworks in Hamilton County, it is illegal to discharge them in the cities of Coolidge and Syracuse, as well
as the county
County including Prowers
County in Colorado have also
banned fireworks this year due
to the abnormally dry conditions.
“People rely on that income
and we understand that, but we
have to look at the good of the
community,” said David Stimatze,
Syracuse City Fire Chief. “My
understanding is this ban applies to
all fireworks, even the ones that just
sit on the ground or the sparklers.”
The resolution specifically states
“It shall be unlawful for any person
to light or to cause the discharge of
any fireworks of any kind or nature
within the city limits of Syracuse,
Kansas during any time that the
City Council has determined that
an extreme fire hazard exists.”
The resolution goes on to state
“It shall be unlawful for any person
to possess with the intention of
discharging during a prohibited
time any fireworks of any kind or
nature within the City limits of the
City of Syracuse, Kansas during
any time that the City Council
has determined and declared that
an extreme fire hazard exists.”
Anyone caught violating the
resolution could face a $500 fine
under the city code. The Hamilton
County resolution provides for a fine
See Fireworks page 10.
Syracuse Commission Donates
To Theatre Fund
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1. To be adjacent; touch or join at
the edge or border.
Origin:
by Carol Roberts
Abut relates to the Old French
Staff Reporter
abuter, “to touch at one end,”
but also verbally relates to “of
The digital projection fund
a but to” the end of something,
continues to grow with the adand perhaps derives influence
dition of $2,000 from the
from the English butt, or
Syracuse Commission. The
“ending.”
Commission gave the check to
the Syracuse-Hamilton County
Chamber of Commerce on
This Week in History
Friday, June 17, where Stephanie
from
Einspahr, Stacy Addison and Pat
Keller accepted the donation.
History.com
Steve Schneider presented the
check and was glad to be able to
give back to a community that
has been good for his business.
“The community has been
really good to us over the
years,” Schneider said. “We
are in a business where you
can’t have too many friends.”
Chamber of Commerce
board member Stacy Addison
expressed her gratitude for
all that has been done for the
theatre in the last few weeks.
“Our first big push for funds
began with The RiP,” Addison
said. “That was back in January
and we thought we had a long
ways to go. But we have come
a long way in short time.”
Jun 22 ,1944
FDR signs G.I. Bill
Royalty from the Miss Hamilton County pageant present Stephanie
Einspahr, back right, Chamber Director, a check for the Northrup Theatre Digital Projection Fund. Royalty includes Jamie Helton, back left,
Miss Hamilton County; Kate Plunkett, front left, Junior Miss Hamilton
County; and Yazmin Alfaro, front right, Little Miss Hamilton County.
Pageant Royalty
Donates To Theatre
Jun 23 ,1992
Teflon Don sentenced to
life
Jun 24 ,1997
U.S. Air Force reports on
Roswell
by Carol Roberts “This is our way of saying thank you
Jun 25 ,1876
Battle of Little Bighorn
Jun 26 ,1948
U.S. begins Berlin Airlift
Jun 27 ,1950
Truman orders U.S.
forces to Korea
Jun 28 ,1953
Workers assemble
first Corvette in Flint,
Michigan
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Steve Schneider, middle left, presents Chamber Director, Stephanie Einspahr, middle right, a check for the
Northrup Theatre Digital Projection Fund. Also attending the presentation were Stacey Addison and Pat
Keller, Chamber Board members, left and right repsectively.
Staff Reporter for allowing us to use the theatre.”
Liz Plunkett, one of the pageant
Donations continue to pour in to directors recognized the importhe digital projection fund. One such tance of small town relationships.
donation arrived Tuesday, June 21
“The theatre really supported
from the Miss Hamilton County roy- the pageant a few years ago by letalty. They donated $250 to the fund ting us have the pageant here, and
as a show of gratitude for being able it is really nice to be able to give
to hold their pageant there in the past. back to the theatre,” Plunkett said.
“When McCoy Auditorium was
One of t his year’s crowned
undergoing some improvements, we royalty had a personal reawere able to the use the Northrup son for donating to the fund.
Theatre for our pageant,” said Deb
“I go to the movies a lot and I want
Hasik, a director for the pageant.
See Royalty page 4.
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Announcements and family living
Senior
Subjects
by Janice Hammond
Opal M. Day
1929-2011
Obituaries
Meals are served at noon, Monday thru Friday. If you are
Opal M. Day, longtime resident of Ponca City, Okla. passed away
age 60 or older, the suggested donation is $3.00. People un- Wednesday, June 15, 2011 at the Ponca City Nursing and Rehabilitation
der 60 are charged $5.00. We need reservations no later than 9 Center after a long battle with cancer. She was 81 years of age.
a.m. of the day you wish to eat. Call 384-7871 to make a resOpal was born October 14, 1929 at Syracuse, Kan., the
ervation. Milk, margarine and a bread product is served daily.
daughter of Claude Wormington and Josephine (Smith)
Wormington. She was a graduate of Syracuse High School.
Thursday, June 23
She was married to Fred L. Day on June 8, 1947 in Syracuse.
Roast Beef, Mashed Potatoes w/gravy, Stewed Tomatoes, W.W.
Opal had lived in several states before moving to Ponca City. She
Roll, Cow Poke Cake.
purchased the Bernard’s Clothing Store in Ponca City in 1974 which
she operated for several years. She served as the house mother for the
Friday, June 24
Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority at Oklahoma State University from 1995 to
Sausage Gravy, Mashed Potatoes, California Mixed Vegetable.
2000. She had lived in Mercedes, Texas from 2000 to 2009. She was
Biscuit, Fruit Cocktail.
a longtime member of the First Baptist Church of Ponca City. Her
enjoyments were her grandchildren, reading, playing cards and games.
Monday, June 27
She is survived by her two daughters, Denice Christensen and
Goulash, Corn, Broccoli, W.W. Roll, Peaches.
husband, Bob, and Jan Mallory and husband, David, all of Ponca
City; four grandchildren, John Shears of Edmond, Okla., Jennifer
Tuesday, June 28
Shears of Dallas, Texas, LeeAnn Schwabauer, Lincoln, Neb. and
Salisbury Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Toss Salad, Muffin, Bread
Blake Mallory of Stillwater, Okla.; three great grandchildren,
Pudding w/ caramel sauce.
Payton and Addison Shears, and Maycie Schwabauer. She was
preceded in death by her parents and one sister, Nadein Schindler.
Wednesday, June 29
A memorial service was held at 2 p.m. Monday, June 20,
Pork Brisket, Scalloped Potatoes, Spinach, W.W. Roll, White
2011 in the Chapel of the First Baptist Church with Minister of
Cake w/ strawberries.
Childhood Education, Gayle Young, presiding. Arrangements
are under the direction of Grace Memorial Chapel.
Thursday, June 30
The family would like to thank the staff of the Ponca City Nursing and
Oven Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes w/gravy, Breaded
Rehabilitation
Center as well as the Hospice personnel for their excellent care.
Tomatoes, W.W. Roll, Apricots.
In lieu of flowers the family has requested memorial
contributions be made to Hospice of North Central Oklahoma,
Friday, July 1
1904 North Union, Suite 103, Ponca City, Oklahoma 74601
Mexican Chicken Casserole Tortilla Chips, Toss Salad, White
Mrs. Day’s online guest book may be signed at www.
Cake w/ strawberries.
gracememorialchapel.net
Monday, July 4
VIP Closed for 4th of July!!!!!
Tuesday, July 5
Chicken Tetrazzini, Corn O’ Brien, Carrot & Raisin Salad,
Muffin, Strawberry Bavarian Cream.
Wednesday, July 6
Roast beef, Mashed Potatoes w/gravy, California Blend
Vegetable, W.W. Roll, Cinnamon Apples.
The VIP Center hosted a Father’s Day recognition lunch last Friday,
June 17. Those in attendance were Ralph Pearce, top left, Les Shamburg, top right; and Donna and Jimmy Hill, bottom.
Fellers Funeral Home & Monuments, LLC
“Striving for excellence, committed to caring”
Donald L. Fellers • 401 N. Summer • PO Box 1253
Syracuse, KS 67878-1253 • 620-384-5100
Linda E. (Roybal) Mayhill
1940-2011
Levi J. Westeman
1986-2011
Levi J. Westeman, 24, Pueblo,
Colorado, joined his grandpa and
hero, Arthur L. Westeman, and
his beloved dog, Jasmine on June
8, 2011. He is survived by his
loving mom, Brenda J. Westeman
of Pueblo; his grandmother, Oma
Jean Westeman; Uncles Ed (Barb)
Westeman, Boyd (Michelle)
Westeman, all of Syracuse, Kansas;
nieces, Adriane (Will) Hatcher of
Sublette, Kansas, Ashley Westeman
and fiance Blake Prosser of Liberal,
Kansas, Alyse (Josh) Houston, Emily Westeman; nephews, Evan
Westeman all of Syracuse and Phil Packard of Ulysses, Kansas, and
numerous other family members. He is also survived by his wonderful
friends and colleagues; and his cats, Sassy, Boozer and Coozie. Levi was
a very talented and inspiring musician with plans of going to California
to start a band. He enjoyed spending time with his mom and friends,
music, running, playing Playstation, four-wheeling and hunting and
fishing. Funeral Services were held Monday, June 13, 2011, 10 am, at
the Southern Baptist Church, Syracuse, Kansas with interment at Bear
Creek Cemetery. Visit Levi’s online memorial at www.imperialfunerals.
com or www.mem.com. Memorial contributions can be made in his name
through Fellers Funeral Home, 401 N. Sumner, Syracuse, Kansas, 67878.
MY LEVI
I don’t know how I’ll ever get through
Each night and each day without seeing you.
You’ve been by my side since the day you arrived
YOU are the reason I’ve been blessed in this life.
You put a smile on everyone’s face
Just entering a room would light up the place.
A gentleman, a man, a musician, a friend
Everyone loves you, that will not end.
Linda E. (Roybal) Mayhill passed away on Wednesday, June
15, 2011 at the age of 71 at the Hamilton County Hospital, in
You’ll be the air in the breath that I take
Syracuse, Kan. She was born on February 17, 1940 in Weston,
Every cell of my being has a ‘missing you’ ache.
Colorado, the daughter of Raymon Roybal & Rose (Weston) Roybal.
Every sun beam that shines will warm me with love
As a child, Linda moved to Starkville, Colo. and resided there
Every song that I here will be you from above.
for 14 years. While there she attended Starkville Rural Schools, and
while going to school she worked in restaurants cooking, and washing
A famous musician you wanted to be
dishes. After completing her school education she continued working
You already were to your friends and to me.
in restaurants, as well as a laundry mat, and a dry cleaning store. She
You didn’t need to have fortune and fame
then moved to Raton, N.M. where she worked in various places and
I could not be more proud of you all the same.
resided there for 13 years. On August 19, 1967 she married John
Mayhill in Syracuse, and they made their home in Kendall, Kan. until
I know that you’re singing for a heavenly crowd
1968 when they moved to Syracuse where she resided until her passing.
The thunder I hear is the crowd cheering loud.
Linda was a past member of the Syracuse and Garden City
They’ve never heard such a heavenly voice
Moose Lodge. She enjoyed crocheting, embroidering,
God needed you there, he made a good choice.
cooking, fishing, hunting, playing cards, bingo, but most
of all she enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.
I’ll never know why he took you from me
She was preceded in death by her parents; spouse; and two sisters, Betty
At such a young age, he come set you free.
Lovato, and Emma LaCrues. She is survived by one son, Kenny Roybal
He looked from above and said ‘He’s the one!
of Syracuse; one stepson, John (& wife Vernice) Mayhill, Jr. of Reserve,
That young man knows how to have fun.’
N.M.; one daughter, Janice (& husband Jim) Gormly of Gillette, Wyo.,
one stepdaughter, Christie (& husband Kenneth) Davis of Bemidji, Minn.;
So an awesome young man he called up above
three brothers, Ray (& wife Joyce) Roybal of Denver, Colo., Tim (&
With a talent that included how to show love.
wife Charlene) Roybal of Gillette, and James (& wife Thersa) Roybal of
Everyone here knew your kind, gentle ways
Tuscon, Ariz.; six sisters, Tommy Bernal of Raton, N.M.; Vera (& husband
Your heart full of love made quite a wave.
Junior) Santivan of Trinidad, Colo., Delores Diaz of Pueblo, Colo., Ruth
Smith of Tuscon, Ariz., Delle (& husband Richard) Abryta of Loveland,
So Levi, my love, the light of my life
Colo., Rebecca (& husband Tom) Chacon of Denver; 10 grandchildren;
Guide me each day to do what is right.
eight great grandchildren; and numerous family members and friends.
Flash me that smile when I’m feeling down
Graveside services were held on Monday, June 20, 2011 at
And soon I’ll be too – with you heaven bound.
the Kendall Cemetery, Kendall. Visitation was held on Sunday,
June 19, 2011 at Fellers Funeral Home LLC, Syracuse.
Written in loving memory of my amazing son, Levi J. Westeman by
Condolences may be sent to [email protected]. Memorial
Brenda
J. Westeman.
contributions may be payable to the Seasons Of Life Living Center, or
Hamilton County Hospital, and sent in care of Fellers Funeral Home &
Monuments LLC, P.O. Box 1253, Syracuse, KS 67878. 620-384-5100
(& wife Marsha) Lewis of Syracuse; one daughter, Dr. Linda (&
husband Dr. Warren) Brauer of Sheboygan, Wis.; seven grandchilDr. William D. Lewis
dren, Scott, Erich, & Lindsay Brauer, Meghan (Lewis) Houtsma,
and Libby, Blake, & Taylor Lewis; greatgrandchildren, Zoe,
1926-2011
Alexander & Bronwyn; and numerous family members and friends.
William D. Lewis DDS, 85, passed away Sunday June 19th,
Graveside Service will be held on Friday, June 24, 2011 at 10:00AM (MDT)
2011 in Syracuse, Kan. He was born April 18, 1926 in Tacoma, at the Syracuse cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 23, 2011
Wash. to William Dell and Dorothy Alice (Brown) Lewis. from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM (MDT) at Fellers Funeral Home LLC, Syracuse.
In 1944, Bill graduated from Lincoln High School in Tacoma. He
Condolences may be sent to [email protected]. In lieu of
was a multi-sport athlete winning the state championship in the 100yd flowers the family suggests memorials be payable to Saint Martin’s
freestyle. Upon graduation from high school he entered the United University, Lacey, Wash. in care of Fellers Funeral Home &
States Navy, serving as an LST signalman in the Pacific theater during Monuments LLC, P.O. Box 1253 Syracuse, Ks. 67878, 620-384-5100.
WW II. After the war, he spent two years at Saint Martin’s College,
Lacey, Wash. on the GI Bill. While attending college he met and
married Yvonne M. Cline in Lake Quinault, Wash, on Sept.6, 1947.
After a year at the University of Puget Sound he was accepted
into dental school and graduated from the University of Kansas City
School of Dentistry in 1953. Bill and Yvonne moved to Lakin, Kan.
where Bill started his dental practice. They made life-long friends with
the people of Lakin. After two years, they were persuaded to move
to Syracuse in 1955. He practiced dentistry in Syracuse both full and
part-time for the next 56 years, retiring in 2010 at the age of 84. Bill
was instrumental in raising the money and building the clubhouse at
the original Plum Creek Golf Club, west of Syracuse. He later formed
the Tamarisk Deuce Club, which raised money to finance the building of the existing clubhouse at the Tamarisk Golf Club in Syracuse.
His many interests included: duck hunting in the 1950’s, sailing his
converted canoe on the Hamilton County State Lake, and later refurbishing
the original canoe and sailing it on what is now Sam’s Pond at the age of
82; fishing trips to Canada, floating the Arkansas river from Syracuse to
Garden City, teaching diving lessons to Syracuse youth, coaching Little
League baseball, and along with Yvonne sponsoring the Presbyterian Youth
Group through the 1960’s and ‘70’s. In the 1980’s he and Yvonne moved to
Houston, Texas living on a sailboat for over a year. Moving on to Rockport,
Psalm 4: 7 & 8
Texas, Bill bought a shrimp boat and Yvonne went to art school in Corpus
Thou
hast
put
gladness
in my heart, more than in
Christi, Texas. They returned to Syracuse in 1983 where he spent the next
the
time
that
their
corn
and
their wine increased. I
three years converting the old “Leven’s” barn into their beautiful home
will
both
lay
me
down
in
peace,
and sleep: for thou,
on the Arkansas River. He operated a cow-calf operation for 15 years,
LORD,
only
makest
me
dwell
in safety.
loved his woodworking and played golf up until a week before he died.
In 2006, he shot his age shortly after turning 80. He was a member of the
Masonic Lodge and an Elder in the First Presbyterian Church of Syracuse.
WORD OF GOD
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister, Sharon
(Lewis) Bracken. He is survived by his spouse; one son, Dr. William
Zuzelski Receives Degree
The Mayor’s
Message
by Mayor Joe Stephens
WARRENSBURG, MO. (June 13, 2011) – Thomas Zuzelski, Syracuse,
graduated Summa Cum Laude from the University of Central Missouri
May 7, 2011 with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree.
More than 1,000 students met their graduation requirements and were
eligible to participate in the ceremonies. Founded in 1871, the University
of Central Missouri is a comprehensive university which offers more than
150 undergraduate and graduate programs for more than 10,000 students.
Engagement
Hi folks. I’ll start off by
thanking the Lord for the rain, I
know that it harvest time, but we
sure need the moisture. Speaking
of harvest, I’ve been seeing a
lot of new faces around town
and this is a good sight. The
comments I keep getting from
our guest (the harvesters) is that
we are the nicest town they go
to and that’s great news. I know
that’s what Donna and I love
about Syracuse - the people.
Now for things that are
happening around town, John
and crew are working on the new
flashing lights (cross walk) at
the school zone on Main Street.
Hopefully, this will help protect
our kids and the crossing guards,
but the biggest help is to slow
down and pay attention, speed
limit is 20 m.p.h. on Main Street.
One of the newest things
happening is the Syracuse Farmers
Market, it will be a South Park
starting Saturday July 9th and
run throughout the season. The
only restriction is you cannot use
the covered pavilion to sell your
products; this facility is to be left
for other people using our park, so
you will need to bring your own
cover or just sell out of the back
of your pickup. This market is
open for everyone, so if you have
a product or service to sell, just
head to South Park every Saturday
morning and set up. What a great
time you will have, just walking
around and shopping outside
and enjoying one of our parks.
Now, I tell you all the time
to just come let me know if you
have an idea and we may do it
and that’s what happened here.
Carol Roberts came to me about
us starting a Farmer’s Market at
South Park. I think it is a great
idea and I ask her to run with it.
So, your contact person for the
Farmer’s Market is Carol Roberts,
she will be happy to help you with
any information you should need
about setting up, if not contact
Spiker - Rooney
me and I should be able to. I
Terryl and Ruth Spiker of Syracuse announce the engagement of
hope to see you there on July 9th. their daughter, Carlie Rae Spiker to Bret Patrick Rooney. He is the
As always have a blessed week. son of Pat and Jeanette Rooney of Satanta, Kansas. Grandparents
of the bride-to be are Jo Ann Spiker and the late Chester Spiker of
Syracuse, and Katherine Hart and the late Dean Hart of Garden
City. Her fiancé is the grandson of Judy Rooney and the late Archie
Rooney of Satanta, and the late Jake and Mary Dechant of Garden City.
Carlie graduated from Kansas State University in 2007 with a Bachelor
of Science degree in Animal Science, and in 2009 with a master’s degree in
Animal Reproduction and Physiology. She is currently the manager at Gold
by Stephanie J. Einspahr
Standard Labs in Garden City. Her fiancé graduated from Kansas State
620-384-5459
University in 2009 with a Bachelor of Science degree inAgronomy and is [email protected]
rently employed as a research associate with Pioneer Hi-Bred in Garden City.
www.syracusekschamber.com
The wedding will be held on July 23, 2011 at The Inn at Hudson
It’s harvest time. Does anyone else just love harvest time? Yes, it Gardens in Littleton, Colorado.
is hard work for those involved and it is a hot, dusty, and somewhat
Editor’s Note: The above announcement was misprinted last
dangerous job, but don’t you just love it? I love seeing combines week, the editorial staff regrets the omission.
in the field and trucks lined up at the elevator. I love the bustle
around town and the sense of urgency in the air. I guess maybe I’m
odd, but to me there is something exciting about the entire event.
Harvest is a critical time period for many in this community. It is the
culmination of a process that started last fall. Just think of all the things
that must come together between then and now for harvest to happen.
Soil conditions, weather conditions, and the lack of disease and insect
pressures must all be just right. This year, some of those factors didn’t
quite come together like many had hoped, but the fact that there is
still a wheat harvest is a testament to the resiliency of the wheat plant.
According to the Kansas Department of Agriculture, “Kansas
has a strong agricultural tradition that predates its statehood, and it
continues to be a significant contributor to the state’s economic wellbeing. In 2009, cash receipts from farm marketings exceeded $12
billion, while exports of agricultural products that year were valued
at more than $4.7 billion. Kansas farmers typically produce more
wheat than any other state in the nation and, in 2009, Kansas wheat
accounted for more than 16 percent of all wheat produced nationwide.
Agriculture and agribusiness contribute to the total economy of
Kansas, both directly and indirectly. One in five Kansans, rural and
urban, work in jobs related to agriculture and food production.”
So as harvest starts up again after the storms, I’m hoping that everyone
involved has a safe harvest season. To those who make a living harvesting
in this community and others, safe travels to you on down the line.
Showing this week at the Northrup Theatre is Kung Fu
Panda 2, rated PG. Po joins forces with a group of new kung-fu
Happy 4th Birthday, June 24, Bodye Lynn Sithem.
masters to take on an old enemy with a deadly new weapon.
Daughter of Michelle & Jesse Stithem of Stockton, KS.
Chamber
Chatter
Happy Birthday
Hometown Happenings
To report your happenings,
call Rene McDonald at
384-5321
or e-mail to [email protected]
On Tuesday, June 14, Deb
Hasik and Kent Eddy attended
the Southern Kansas Presbytery
meeting in Garden City. Three new
ministers were welcomed into the
Presbytery of Southern Kansas. 142
survival buckets were collected and
sent to Joplin, MO., in connection
with the Presbyterian Disaster
Relief fund and a report was given
on the outstanding attendance that
was present for the Westminister
Woods Youth Church Camp
Eleanor Riley, Becky Guldner,
Yvonne Lewis, Judy Kurz, Emogene
Ochs, Myrtle White, Tootie Nielsen
and Pat Keller enjoyed lunch at
the VIP Center on Thursday and
spent the afternoon playing bridge.
Becky had the high score, Pat was
second high and Eleanor third.
The first “Family Fun Night,”
hosted by the First Presbyterian
Church, met at the Hamilton County
Swimming Pool on Saturday
evening, June 18. Approximately
75 people enjoyed free hot dogs
and hamburgers and all the fixings
and there was free swimming for all.
John and Jan Swisher spent
the day in Scott City visiting at
the home of Curtis and Angela
Simpson. Curtis is home for a few
days from his work in Iraq, and he
and John enjoyed visiting about
‘what’s happening’ now. John and
Curtis had worked together in Iraq
at an earlier time. They worked
for KBR, Kellogg, Brown and
Root whose home base is in Texas.
Emily Aikele, secretary at
the Methodist Church was the
honored guest at a farewell and baby
shower on Tuesday afternoon, the
14th, in the Fellowship Hall at the
church. The hostesses were Jenny
Schwieterman, Carol Dikeman,
Ann Redmond, Jean Ayers, Peggy
Bland, Sandy Dikeman and
Pat Keller. The time was spent
opening the gifts, and enjoying
the cake and punch. Emily and
her husband, Paul have moved to
Grace, Idaho, Paul was transferred
to the area, and it will be closer
for the ‘going to be grandparents.
Father’s Day guests at the home of
Dave Brownlee on Sunday, the 19th
were Hugh and Becky Brownlee,
Steven Brownlee, Jessica Brownlee,
Church Directory
Wesleyan Church
Saint Raphael
Catholic Church
Barton and Post Road
Pastor Paul Runyon
384-5828
9:30 AM
10:30 AM
11:00 AM
4:00 PM
Worship Service
Fellowship Time
Sunday School
Spanish Worship
10:30 AM
Sunday Service
8:00 AM
Wed. (week day)
Holy Day and Vigil--------call
First Christian Church
Church of the Nazarene
6:00PM
Bible Baptist Church
124 N. Durffee
384-7453
Pastor Bill Roberts
10:00 AM
11:00 AM
6:00 PM
7:00 PM
Sunday School
Morning Worship
Evening Worship
Wed. Bible Study
Christ’s New
Covenant Church
East Highway 50
Pastor Joe Gould
Associate Pastor Bob Wedel
384-5383
9:00 AM
10:15 AM
Sunday School
Morning Worship
Evening Service
309 N. Main St.
384-7416
Sunday
9:15 AM
10:15 AM
11:00 AM
Sunday School
Worship
Children’s Church
First Presbyterian
Church
9:30 AM
10:45 AM
Pastor Todd Anthony
373-2400
Morning Worship
Sunday School
403 E. Avenue B
Rev. Bob Leonard
384-7844
10:00 AM
Sunday School
11:00 AM Morning Worship
5:00 PM
Sun. Eve Service
6:00 PM Wed Eve Bible Study
Southern Baptist
Church
601 N. Johnson
Pastor Ardeen Webster
384-7878
Kendall United
Methodist Church
8:30 AM
9:30 AM
613 N. Sumner
Father Mike Helms
384-7357
612 N. Main
384-7405
Sunday School
Morning Worship
9:30 AM
10:30 AM
6:00 PM
6:00 PM
Sunday School
Morning Worship
Sun. Eve Worship
Wednesday
First United Methodist
Church
409 N. Main
Pastor John Wright
384-7892
8:00 A.M Contemporary Service
9:15 A.M.
Sunday School
10:45 A.M. Traditional Service
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Pageant Director
Craig Brownlee all of Syracuse and
Chris Brecheisen from Garden City;
Neil and Elizabeth Brownlee and
Rissa, Callie, Sarah and Madison
of Syracuse; Jason Dougherty
and Isaac, Caleb, and Abigail
from Garden City and Deanna
Lovato and Cindy and Addison.
Members of The First United
Methodist Church were in charge of
the Sunday services at the Seasons
of Life Living Center. Becky
Guldner played the piano and Rev.
John Wright gave the message.
Everyone is invited to attend.
Sarah Ochs and her children
Amaya, Conner and Cade recently
returned from Waynesboro,
Pennsylvania where they visited
with family and friends. She
helped with the 40th wedding
anniversary surprise party for her
parents. Visited the Gettysburg
battlefield enjoyed the children
playing with their cousins, all
of the activities during vacation.
Keep in mind that Vacation Bible
School at the Methodist Church
is getting closer, July 11 to 15th.
Between the dark and
the daylight, when the night is
beginning to lower, comes a pause
in the day’s occupations, that is
known as the Childrens Hour.
The days will start getting
shorter, after the 21st. More
time to spend with the children.
Our resident bird watcher, Mavis
and her helpers, Doc and Butch have
been out bird watching. They saw
several wild turkeys, pheasants, blue
grosbeaks, red headed woodpeckers,
doves, king birds, blue jays,
mockingbirds. They also observed
over 30 deer. The feeders in the back
yard have been host to the usual birds
and one lesser female goldfinch.
Last week we had noticed a male
lesser goldfinch. The fountain and
birdbaths are popular with robins,
jays, blackbirds, and grackles.
One young house finch clung
to the window screen the other
morning seeking protection from
the hail stones. The window
frame provided a little bit of
protection for it. The young bird
was not disturbed by the fact that
he was eyeball to eyeball with a
human looking out the window.
Northrup Theatre
June 24th - 26th at 7 pm
Kung Fu Panda 2
Rated PG
Grandaughter of Zeke & Janice Hammond of Syracuse, KS.
I would like to take this
opportunity to thank the city
of Syracuse and the residents
of Hamilton County for the
continued support of the Miss
Hamilton County Pageant.
We had an exceptional group
of young ladies this year and
they all did a wonderful job.
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Notice
If any organization is
willing to assume the
responsibility of the ladies
auxiliary please contact
Wilma Lillibridge
384-7438
Notice
The City of Coolidge is in
compliance with the City
of Syracuse and Hamilton
County, due to the extreme
fire hazard all discharging
of fireworks is banned in
the City of Coolidge until the Fire Ban is lifted.
Penalties will be enforced.
Pastor’s Ponderings
by Pastor Ardeen Webster
First Presbyterian Church
I don’t know whether you have
noticed it or not, but most people
live very harried lives these
days. The word, “rest” is almost
missing from our vocabulary.
We even fail to enter into God’s
Sabbath, or God’s rest. Then it
not only becomes a physical problem, but a spiritual one as well.
What is our relationship with
God looking like these days? Are
we able to rest in God and His
promises? Hebrews chapter 4:1-13
The Bible tells us to rest and
to be obedient to God’s word.
It reminds me of the old chorus: trust and obey, for there’s
no other way to be happy in
Jesus but to trust and obey.
The Bible teaches us that
we can fail to enter into
God’s rest if we fail to obey
His word----that the lack of
obedience is a lack of faith---which leads to a lack of rest.
The author of Hebrews reminds us that at times we become
reckless with God’s Word. I think
that sometimes we don’t take Him
seriously because we don’t see
any immediate “punishment”.
We fail to remember that in the
long haul----if we are obedient–
God has bigger, better plans for
us and that disobedience could
lead to bad consequences later on.
We must not live our lives with
reckless attitudes about God’s
Word or our lives as Christians.
The Bible is full of stories about
the Israelite nation that turned
their back on God and the results
of those actions and attitudes.
God may not send the Assyrian
army to you, but you will wonder why you have not “rest”
but strife and angst in your life.
Obedience to God’s Word. If
we are honest, we all struggle
with this don’t we? Some days
our Bibles are never opened.
Usually our excuse is that we
are too busy. Other times we
read it, but it is just reading; little
thought goes into what it says.
Then there is the chance that we
read our Bible, but even when
convicted don’t change our actions or attitudes. How can we
change the way that we look at
the Bible and how it should be
a part of our daily lives? How
can the Bible become our guide
book in life? Take time to read
this passage from Hebrews and
see what God says about the reading of His Word to us. Charles
Swindoll once said, “News articles may inform us. Novels may
inspire us. Poetry may enrapture
us, but only the living active
Word of God can transform us.”
Start reading and let yourself be
transformed by God’s promises.
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From the
Stacks…
Summer Baseball Teams
by Marilyn Keating
The Summer Reading Program is proving to be both exciting and
enlightening for all our participants. Last week, the teens stamped
their passports in the Middle East where they had the privilege to
meet and listen to guest speaker,
Lance Corporal George Huser. LCpl
Huser, a Syracuse native, shared
his experience and the pictures
he took during his recent tour in
Afghanistan. Teens learned about
the country’s living conditions,
stand on educational opportunities,
food, and day-to-day life. After
the presentation was completed,
LCpl Huser answered additional
questions from the teens. The topic of
questions ranged from the treatment
of females in Afghanistan to scanning
the local Afghan area for IED’s
(roadside bombs). Before LCpl
Huser left he took the time to pose Above
for photo ops with several of the Back Row: Left to Right,
teens, as well as librarians. We LCpl George Huser,
were honored to have LCpl Huser Teen Librarian Amy
Simon, Dillon Tayler
attend our program and thank him
Front Row: Left to
not only for taking the time to speak Right, Taylor Jordyn,
with the teens, but for the time and Kate Plunkett, Emily
service he has given and continues Finlay, Emily Westeman
to give every day for our country.
T h i s w e e k ’s s t o p w i l l b e Right
in Europe, where teens will get LCpl Huser answering
the chance to experience a long- the question on how to
scan for roadside bombs
time European tradition and
participate in historical yard games.
Children attending Tuesday’s program punched their tickets
and hopped aboard a train for a “Flashlight Tour” of France.
Some of the stops included the Eiffel Tower, Mona Lisa
painting, the Louvre Museum, and Tour de France bicycle
race. While enjoying outside games, the kids participated in
the “Pack Your Bag” relay race. Beginning at a starting line,
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six kids ran to a station to pack their bag with essentials: toothbrush,
socks, shirts. Then they raced to airport security where both kid and
bag were scanned. Upon meeting security requirements, they darted
off to one last stop, the plane,
to claim their seat. The “Bikes,
Books, and Better Living” group
may not be competing in the
Tour de France or relay race, but
they have many miles, pictures,
and stories to share with the
children about their journey
bicycling across the United
States to promote literacy and
exercise for a healthy mind and
body. We will have pictures
to share from today’s program
next week. The last stop for
the children’s program will be
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Hawaii. It will be fun in the sun,
a guaranteed good time, and
possibly a chance to get wet!
Just as fast as the Summer
Reading Program started, it
is already time for it to wind
down. Do not forget next week
is our last week for the program,
but children of all ages are
encouraged to keep reading the
rest of the summer! Children
will return books during the
program next week, but will not
be checking books out. We are
also reminding all participants
who signed up to have both
their goal sheets and reading log
sheets turned in by Thursday,
June 30 to earn their T-shirts.
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Front Row: Michael Batchelor, Luke Finlay, Mason Cole and Ethan
Rash.
Back Row: Coach Thomas Hudson, Elijah Reback, Pierce Helton, Luis
Perea, Leopoldo Peneran, Jake Mitchell, Cort Barnes and Coach Tim
Mitchell.
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Front Row: Bat Boy Karrseen Watson, Caty Doze, K. C. Giancola, Alex
Moser, Damian Ramirez, Roman Bustillos, Lane Cheatum and Kolby
Brummett.
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English, Garrett Wilson, Angel Hernandez and Coach Jeff Wilson.
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Front Row: Jason Hart, Payson Hawkins, Manuel Jimenez, Alden Rash
and Damon Taylor.
Back Row: Coach Blake Upson, Reese Hart, Clayton Wharton, Hayden
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and Coach Aaron Taylor.
Royalty
the theatre to be able to keep showing movies,” said Kate Plunkett,
Teen Miss Hamilton County 2011.
Another young crownwearer, wise beyond her years,
understood the value the theatre holds for her community.
“It would be a downer if the
theatre was not able to show movies anymore,” said Jamie Helton
Miss Hamilton County 2011.
Little Miss Hamilton County
2011 Yazmin Alfaro said while
she enjoys going to the mov-
ies, there is one particular aspect
of the experience she treasures.
“I like eating the pop corn,” said Alfaro.
Stephanie Einspahr, executive
director for the Syracuse-Hamilton
County Chamber of Commerce was
excited about the donation from the
girls. Every donation, small and
large, will help offset the cost of the
updated projector for the community.
“This is so cool because this
comes from the youth of our
community,” said Einspahr.
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Feral Cats Cause
Community Problems
Busy Bears 4-H
Club Meets
by Hannah Fox
by Marcus Ashlock The dairies and feed yards have
Editor asked for any cats that are caught,
and the homeowner can catch them
At the last meeting of the and take them out to the dairy.”
Syracuse City Council, Monday,
According Bezona, the Animal
June 13, one public concern Control Officer for the city of
involved the issue of stray and Syracuse, the overpopulation of
feral cats roaming Syracuse. While cats does cause damage to yards,
the city maintains and enforces a trees, bedding areas or any other
city ordinance concerning dogs, place the cat empties its bowels.
there is nothing on the books Cats can also carry disease such
regarding the control of cats. as ringworm or even rabies.
The species Felis catus are
“We have five available traps
domesticated cats in the Felid from the city,” Bezona said. “Some
family of animals that include of the dairies or local farmers
the lion, tiger, cougar, panther, may take the cats, but I would
jaguar, cheetah, ocelot, serval, lynx only give healthy cats to the local
and caracal. There is, however, farmers or dairies. Otherwise
a difference between a common they will spread disease.”
stray cat and a feral cat. Experts say
According to both Stephens
that strays are once-domesticated and Bezona, the flipside of the
cats that have been lost or set overpopulation of cats is their
into the wild, after having been under-population, causing an
raised and cared for by humans. increased rodent infestation.
Feral cats, by contrast, have been
“If we don’t have cats, I think
born into the wild and have no we will have a rodent problem,”
experience with human contact. Stephens said. “I think that would
According to Mayor Joe increase tremendously if the cats
Stephens, the city has no facility were to go away with all the open
to house or shelter cats caught dumpsters we have in town.”
or trapped by residents of
According to Stephens, the city
Syracuse. There are businesses has to look at all the options involved
in the county, such as the dairy with controlling the cat population;
and feedlots that request cats be either thousands of dollars are
brought to them to keep rodent spent in building and maintaining
populations under control. a facility or the city looks for
“We have cages to loan to other viable ways to place more
residents,” Stephens said. “If the responsibility on the homeowners
resident traps a cat, it is up to the who do not appreciate the cat
resident to dispose of the cat. Joy problem to trap unwanted cats.
[Bezona] is not authorized to set
“The only legal way to dispose
up the traps or take the cats to the of a trapped cat is through a
dairies; it’s up to the homeowner. veterinarian who can euthanize
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Busy Bears 4-H Club Reporter
The Syracuse Journal/ Carol Roberts
Right, Jake Phillips
and Alex Englert preside
over the Busy Bears 4-H
Club June meeting.
Above, 4-H members
enrolled in the 4-H Crafts
project decorated shirts
using a technique called
“Sharpie Tie Dye” at
their recent 4-H Crafts
Day Camp. Pictured on
back row: Alex Englert,
Rachel Horton, Candace
Englert, Reagan Wilson,
and J ac k ie Engle r t.
Front row: Isaac Fox,
Luke Finlay, Fermina
Englert, Callie Nichols,
and Hannah Fox.
Bottom, Hannah Fox
collects fossil specimens in central
Kansas on the recent State 4-H
Geology Field Trip.
The Busy Bears 4-H Club
met June 13th for their monthly
meeting. The meeting was called
to order by acting president, Jake
Phillips. The flag salute and
4-H pledge were led by Isaac
Fox. Roll call was answered
by “What is your pet’s name?”.
Callie Nichols, Hannah Fox,
and Isaac Fox then led the club
in singing “There Was an Old
Lady Who Swallowed a Fly”.
After officer and leader
reports, several club members
gave project talks. Jake Phillips
told about his leather project
and showed some things he has
been working on. Alex Englert
told about 4-H Photography
Day Camp and 4-H Crafts Day
Camp which were held recently.
Hannah and Isaac Fox then told
about the State 4-H Geology
Field Trip, which they had just
returned home from. They
showed a shell fossil embedded
in limestone that Hannah had
collected on the trip. They also
told about participating in the
State 4-H Geology Quiz Bowl.
After the meeting was
adjourned, refreshments were
served by Callie Nichols.
The club will have their
annual tour on July 16th.
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the cat,” Bezona said. “The nearest
vet is in Lakin or Johnson.”
Bezona also mentioned that
while there are citizens in town
caring for the feral cat population,
it is important to reiterate that if any
citizen entering onto someone’s
property to release a cat or spring
a trap is illegally trespassing.
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Opinions and editorials
Ramblings and Ruminations
In Step with the Editor
Many people die tragically
on a daily basis in accidents,
disasters, by natural causes or in
other unpreventable situations.
The real tragedy is when a person
dies in preventable circumstances
or by the non-actions of those
around him. Ryan Dunn, an actor
famous for his stunts and antics
on the MTV’s show “Jackass” and
the subsequent Jackass movies
filmed since the show went into
re-runs, died in the early hours
of the morning Monday, June
20. Regardless of his fame (or
lack thereof), or if you think the
12-year-old boy, bathroom-humor
jokes and stunts were or were not
funny, his death was preventable.
Dunn posted an image of himself on Twitter and two other men
drinking in a bar minutes before he
left, under the influence, and operated a vehicle on the highway. One
of the individuals has been identified as the passenger in Dunn’s
Porsche; both fatalities were identified, according to media reports,
through their extensive tattoos.
Someone took that photo.
Someone, or many someones, saw
them leave and enter the car, but no
one took their keys to stop them.
Film critic Roger Ebert
posted a comment on Twitter
yesterday which unleashed a
torrent of backlash from Jackass
fans and cast mates of Dunn.
His Tweet? “Friends don’t
let jackasses drink and drive,”
playing on the title of Dunn’s
most famous project, yet simultaneously making a profound
statement about people’s irresponsibility around alcohol.
We live in a society where
many of our citizens, especially
the wealthy and privileged, seem
to think the laws of the land do
not apply to them and take the
everyday, average person’s life
into their inebriated hands as they
please. Actors such as Lindsay
Lohan, with her apparently consistently flippant attitude toward
the law regarding her drinking
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and drug abuse, will probably
not change until they hit rock
bottom or die. Of course, I don’t
wish anyone to die, but more
responsibility would be nice.
Dunn may have lost his life, but
he is also guilty of manslaughter.
He killed his passenger while
operating a motor vehicle, thus
he committed vehicular homicide.
The passenger was obviously with
Dunn prior to the accident and had,
as seen in the photo, imbibed along
with Dunn. While I do not know
whether the passenger was coherent enough to comprehend whether
Dun was able to drive, he made an
alcohol-laden choice and sealed
his own fate with the decision.
Sources have said that in a
four-hour time period, Dunn consumed four beers and four shots,
but did not appear inebriated.
The body can only process one
serving of alcohol per hour, so
regardless of his appearance, had
Dunn actually drunk that much,
he would have been legally drunk
had he taken a Breathalyzer test.
I may come across having a
problem with drinking. I do not. I
have sympathy for Dunn’s friends
and family, who will live the
remainder of their lives without
him, and I have sympathy for
the passenger and his friends and
family who will do the same – I
have a problem with irresponsible
drinking. I have a problem with
people driving while under the
influence. More importantly, I
take great issue with people who
do nothing to prevent someone
from driving while intoxicated.
I do not know how many others were with Dunn the night he
died, nor do I know whether he
was actually approached about
driving drunk. Like the rest of
the world, however, I know the
outcome. I have drunk alcohol
on occasions throughout my life.
My parents are teetotalers, as were
my grandparents, many aunts and
uncles and a few cousins. While
my drinking experiences have
been primarily to celebrate a special occasion, rather than drinking
itself; I do have friends who drink
simply because it is the weekend.
I do not look down on those
who chose to drink on a more
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and lets me drive drunk, he is
not as good a friend as I need.
Be clear here, I am not advocating abstinence from alcohol. I am
advocating an abstinence from
complacency and disregard. It
takes courage to confront a friend
about alcohol or substance abuse.
It takes guts to stand up to your
friends when you know they are
making a potentially fatal mistake.
If you do, they will at least have
the opportunity to thank you for
it once they are sober. Is stepping
in to potentially save a friend’s
life too intrusive? I think not.
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On the Edge of Common Sense
There is more than one definition for pasture roping, as Carter pointed
out to me. It was during calving season. He and his wife were making the
5 pm heifer check. They were in the pickup driving through the calving
pasture and noted a good size critter in the process of calving. They had
seen it earlier. She’d been at it several hours and seemed to be tuckered out.
His wife’s suggestion that it might be wiser to try and push the
cow to the calving corral flew in like a mosquito by his ear but he
swatted it away! Carter prided himself on his ‘sneaking prowess.’
“I believe I can do a good ‘pasture sneak’on her. Even out here in the open.”
She rolled her eyes. He cautioned her to be still.
He had no chains and handles with him. “We could go back and
get them,” said his wife. He swatted away her wisdom, “That would
take ten minutes! And I could’ve done snuck up on her by then!”
He chose instead to use the 30 foot team roping rope soft-lay coiled
up in the bed of the pickup. To her skeptical eye, he made what he later
called “A perfect sneak,” up to the resting heifer. And it was impressive,
especially when you realized it was a good 100 yards! She never moved.
He looked back at his wife and gave her a thumbs up. He put the loop on
one of the calf’s feet and was trying to wind a half-hitch on the other foot.
During the process the heifer kept throwing her head to see what
was going on. Carter leaned forward and put a little pressure on her
so she would stay down. It didn’t work. She rose from the spot like
a Trident missile and hit top speed in two leaps! Twenty feet of rope
burned through Carter’s paws as he sat there! As luck would have it,
and it sometimes does, the half hitch came tight…around his arm, and he
was jerked to his feet faster than you can say, “W-A-T-E-R-S-K-I-E-R!”
For the first few yards he maintained his TRACK STAR status,
then went into a tumbling routine worthy of any GYMNAST. At
one point he performed a FIGURE SKATER triple axel, a HIGH
DIVER half-gainer, a SKATE BOARDER triple misty flip, and finished the last twenty yards leaping brush, irrigation pipe, a cut bank,
and an abandoned harrow like a HURDLER with his tail on fire!
Thank goodness the cow was slowing down when she leaped
through the turned-over round bale feeder and finally tripped
on a buried hot-wire fence that surrounded the compost heap.
“Mother!” he cried from the wreckage, “Mother, come dally this rope around
somethin’! Idon’twanttowastethisgoodsneak! Imightmakeatee-shirtoutofit!”
His wife swerved in with the pickup and jumped out! Carter was
untangling the hitches off his longest arm. She tied the rope hard
and fast to the bumper ball and, with her at the wheel and him at the
back, on foot, they cajoled the cow the last 20 yards to the corrals.
After examining the damage, he discovered some
parts missing. “Mother, reckon you could go back to
the pasture and see if you can find my hat and my left boot?”
She looked at him, “Why don’t you just sneak on down there and
find it yourself.”
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regular basis than I, but I do have
little tolerance for drunken behavior, unless of course one finds
himself in a dumpster looking for
something to wipe his mouth, as
did one of my fraternity brothers
in college. That was funny. But
no one was in danger, except,
perhaps of getting too close to his
mouth and smelling his breath.
Mostly, my friends in college
would have me around because
they understood I would drive
them home. I took my job as a
designated driver seriously. My
friends were safe. I have had
friends tell me they tied one on
extra tightly solely because of
my presence to drive them home
I believe this is the root reason I
have so much trouble with Dunn’s
death. I agree with Ebert. He was
a jackass for getting behind the
wheel. But the deaths of these
two men are on the hands of
those who did nothing that night.
Maybe it is because I grew up
during the “Friends Don’t Let
Friends Drive Drunk” campaign,
which worked its magic. But, if
someone calls himself my friend
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issued a burn ban for the City
of Syracuse effective immediately
and continuing until further notice.
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Dear Overwhelmed,
Choosing a nursing home for a loved one that provides quality care is an
important and difficult decision that requires some homework. Here are
some steps that can help you find a good nursing home and avoid a bad one.
Make a List: Start by contacting your Area Agency on Aging for a list
of local nursing home facilities. Ideally, the facilities should be close to
family members and friends who can visit often. Residents with frequent
visitors usually get better care. The national Eldercare Locator (800-6771116 or www.eldercare.gov) can direct you to your local aging agency.
Do Some Research: Every year, the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid
Services collect data on more than 15,000 nursing homes throughout
the country. Health inspection data, staffing and quality measures are
combined to come up with an overall ranking system of one to five stars.
To research the nursing homes in your area, go to medicare.gov and
click on “Facilities and Doctors,” then on “Compare Nursing Homes.”
Call Your Ombudsman: This is a government official who investigates
nursing home complaints and advocates for residents and their families.
This person can help you find the latest health inspection reports, which
are public information, on specific nursing homes, and can tell you
which ones have had complaints or other problems. To find your local
ombudsman, call your area aging agency or see ltcombudsman.org.
Call the Facilities: Once you’ve narrowed your search, call the
nursing homes you’re interested in to find out if they have any
vacancies, what they charge, and if they accept Medicaid - most do.
Visit Your Top Choices: Be sure to visit more than once and at different
times of the day and different days of the week. While you’re there, notice
the cleanness and smell of the facility. Is it homey and inviting? Does the
staff seem responsive and kind to its residents? Also be sure to taste the
food, and talk to the residents and their family members, if available.
Upon arrival, ask for the nursing home administrator or other person
of authority to give you a tour. Find out about staff screening (do they
do background checks) and training procedures and what percentage of
their staff leaves each year. Less than 30 percent annually is considered
good. More than 50 percent is a red flag. To help you rate your visit,
Medicare offers a handy checklist at medicare.gov/nursing/checklist.pdf.
Paying for Care
With nursing home costs now averaging nearly $230 per day
nationally, paying for long-term care is another area you may have
questions about or need assistance with. Medicare only helps pay up
to 100 days of “medically necessary” nursing home care, which must
occur after a hospital stay. Most nursing home residents pay from
personal money, long-term care insurance policies or, if they qualify,
through Medicaid. Your State Health Insurance Assistance Program
(SHIP) is a good resource for long-term care financial counseling. To
find a local SHIP counselor visit shiptalk.org, or call 800-677-1116.
Savvy Tip: For more information, get Medicare’s booklet
“ G u i d e t o C h o o s i n g a N u r s i n g H o m e . ” To r e c e i v e
a free copy via mail, call 800-633-4227, or you can read it
online at medicare.gov/publications/pubs/pdf/02174.pdf.
Send your senior questions to: Savvy Senior, P.O. Box 5443, Norman,
OK 73070, or visit SavvySenior.org. Jim Miller is a contributor
to the NBC Today show and author of “The Savvy Senior” book.
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620-384-5252
405 N. Main St.
Monday-Thursday
8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
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Serving the
Southwest
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west entrance. 384-9668
AA MEETING
at Masonic Lodge every
Monday Night at 7 p.m.
Please use back door.
Iron Hauling
Will pay to haul scrap
car bodies, tractors, or
any metal
For Sale
Side by side
With ice in door.
Very clean.
Call 384-5879
or 384-6013
Public Notices
Narcotics Anonymous
Meeting
Call for Pricing
620-376-8774
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Help Wanted
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Black Angus Bulls
2-yr-olds and yearlings , regis tered,
tested, guarantee, excellent bloodlines,
confirmation and performance, discounts.
Contact:
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Aaron Plunkett,
Syracuse, KS
620-384-1101
All Natural Farm Fresh
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775-621-8189
Anytime call/text
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Irrigation Sprinkler Tire Sale
Only 20 Tires in Stock
Supplies are Scarce
Buy while you Can!
Mobile XD-3 3OW 55gal. Drums
$450
Call Mike
620-384-5435
Large Empty Oil Totes $75 Each
We also sevice semis
including tire replacement and repair.
The Hamilton County Fair
Board is looking for part
time office help. Computer
experience needed.
Applications may be picked
up at the Hamilton County
Court house and are due by
June 27, 2011. Applications
may be mailed to P.O. Box
1024, Syracuse, KS 67878.
Please call 620-384-5433
for information.
Murphy Tractor, a leading John
Deere Construction Dealer, is
looking for a full-time Service
Technician to perform repairs/
maintenance on all makes
of construction equipment.
Hydraulics and electrical systems experience preferred. We
offer competitive wages and
excellent benefit package for
qualified technicians. Email
resume to: lgerber@murfininc.
com Fax to: 620-353-1690 or
mail to: PO
Box 387, Ulysses, KS 67880
Are you interested in a career as
an H&R Block tax
professional? For
more information,
apply in person at
H&R Block, 200 E
Hwy 50, Mondays or
Wednesdays.
Personal Care Attendant
needed in Syracuse to work
for an individual with a disability in their home. Duties
may include personal care,
household chores, meal
preparation, etc. For an
application, please contact Carol at LINK, Inc. at
1-800-569-5926 and leave
your name and mailing
address.
USD 494 is accepting applications for a route bus
driver for the 2011-2012
school year. Applications
my be picked up at the
District Office. For more
information call Bill
Hasset, Transportation
Director at 384-5674 or
the District Office at 3847872 Ext. 1500.
Account Rep-P/T
Sales payment &
bookkeepers.
Applicants must be
computer literate with
access to the Internet.
Email:
[email protected]
Free Dog
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10 y.o. Lab mix needs country living with no fences.
Excellent disposition, great with kids, other dogs, and
even cats. Owners moving, cannot take the pet. Call
(785) 341-7573 for information.
NOTICE OF PROHIBITION OF DISCHARGE OF FIREWORKS
Please be advised that at the regular meeting of the Hamilton County Board of
County Commissioners held on June 7, 2011, a Motion was made and approved
that, pursuant to Resolution 2006-6, discharge of fireworks in Hamilton County,
Kansas, except within the City limits of Syracuse, Kansas, and except within the City
limits of the City of Coolidge, Kansas, shall be prohibited and shall be unlawful.
This Notice of Prohibition is effective upon the date of its publication in the Syracuse Journal and
shall continue until said prohibition is lifted by a properly passed motion at a regular or specially called
commission meeting. Notice of the lifting of said prohibition shall be published in the Syracuse Journal.
Resolution 2006-6, Section III, also sets out the penalties for violation of this Resolution.
These penalties include, but are not limited to, a fine of not less than $500 and not more than
$2,500, confinement in the County jail for up to thirty (30) days, and the requirement to pay the
costs incurred in extinguishing the fire and for all damage caused by said fire, if such occurs.
HAMILTON COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
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County and city government
Commissioners Meet
The June 14, 2011 meeting of the
Hamilton County Commissioners
was called to order on time with all
commissioners present. Meeting
agenda was approved. Minutes for the
June 7, 2011 meeting were approved.
First on the agenda, Janice
Hammond, VIP’s Director, along
with Marion Potter and Judy
Kurz, Board Members, presented
the 2012 budget for the VIP’s.
Next, Hamilton County Rural
Fire Chief Ed Baker presented his
department’s 2012 budget to the
Commissioners. Mr. Baker then
asked about the disposal of the
1977 Ford F700 truck belonging
to the Rural Fire Department.
Hamilton Co.
Sheriff’s Dept.
Daily Log
Friday, June 10, 2011
Controlled Burn; VIN Check;
Civil Process Business Service X
3; Reckless Driving complaint;
EMS to Rodeo; Child Exchange;
Verbal Dispute; Civil Process
attempt; Civil Process attempt;
Civil Process Business Service;
Cattle Out; Suspicious Incident
Saturday, June 11, 2011
911 Hang-up; 911 EMS Run;
911 call subject calling Mexico;
EMS Run; Weather Spotters
Activation; Fire Alarm; Traffic
Control; Business Alarm; EMS
Run; Traffic Stop K27 and Sale
barn Verbal Warning for Reckless
Driving and Citation issued for
No Proof of Insurance; Cattle Out;
Business Alarm; Domestic Dispute;
Traffic Stop Avenue A and Johnson
Verbal Warning for Left of Center
48 hour tag; Traffic Stop U50 and
CR G Verbal Warning for Speed
Monday, June 13, 2011
Non Injury Accident; Civil
Process Business Service; Injury
Accident; VIN Check; VIN
Check; Grass Fire; Harassment
complaint; 911 Hang-up; Traffic
Stop U50 and Mile marker 9
Vehicle had lighting malfunction;
Tuesday, June 14, 2011
Dog Bite call; EMS Run; Animal
Control call; 911 call kids playing
with phone; Pasture Fire; Pasture
Fire; EMS Run; 911 call EMS Run;
Missing Person out of Wichita Ks
located in Syracuse; Identity Theft
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Cattle Out; Traffic Stop U50 and
Mile marker 27 Verbal Warning
for Speed; Agency Assist; Warrant
Sunday, June 12, 2011
Service at Court; Controlled Burn;
Cattle Out; 911 call reference Cattle Out; Civil Process Personal
Cattle Out; 911 miss dial; Funeral Service; EMS Run; EMS Run
Escort; Agency Assist; Transient
Transport; Abandoned Vehicle;
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Civil Process Personal Service;
Non Injury Accident; Traveler’s
Reckless Driving complaint; Aide; Cruelty to Animals comWelfare Check; Civil Process plaint; Juvenile arrested for
attempt; Civil Process attempt; Possession of Marijuana; Warrant
Traffic Stop W. Avenue A and KC’s Service subject released California
Restaurant Verbal Warning for will not extradite; Traffic Stop
Violation of Permit; Traffic Stop S. Main Verbal Warning using
U50 and CR G Abandoned Vehicle private property for shortcut
By Rene
McDonald
20 Years ago
Merle and Addie May Lindner,
long time farmers in the Kendall
area were honored at a surprise
reception honoring their 50th
wedding anniversary. They were
married, June 18, 1941, and resided in the Kendall area until
1967 and moved to Garden City.
Dawn Michelle Cashler, daughter of Rene and Glenda Crisostomo,
Phoenix, Arizona, formerly of
Syracuse, received her degree in
BusinessAdministration from Bethel
College in North Newton on May 19.
An article featuring, Helen Rudy
of Syracuse, in the May 1991, issue of “The China Decorator,” in
which there is a tribute to Helen
from her china painting students.
Helen drove to Dodge City for nine
years to give china painting lessons.
Helen now gives lessons in her
home in Syracuse; seminars, gives
demonstrations at shows, and also
has shows in Colorado. Helen is
a past state president of the Kansas
Federation of China decorators.
The Chamber of Commerce
welcomed Maune Mini Storage,
owned by Matt and Becky Maune,
to the Syracuse business scene
on Saturday. Helping with the
ribbon cutting ceremony were
Judy Whitaker; Hank Jett; Jason,
Charity, Matt and Becky Maune;
Sandy Dikeman and Roger Potter.
Two Syracuse nursing students
at Garden City Community College
have received mention for the
1991-92 scholastic year. Janet
Thomeczek received a $250 Terrace
Garden Care Center Scholarship,
and Kim Dewey has received
a Southwest Kansas Medical
Society Auxiliary Scholarship.
Kimme Fulton and Rebecca
Westblade, Syracuse students at
Fort Hays State University were
named to the Deans Honor Roll for
the summer semester. In order to be
eligible students must be enrolled in
12 or more credit hours and rank in
the top 10 ten percent of their respective colleges within the University.
Commissioner Braddock moved that
the 1977 Ford F700 truck be declared
surplus property and that Mr. Baker
be authorized to dispose of the truck
by advertisement. Commissioner
Lewis seconded the Motion. It
was unanimously approved.
A ban on the sale of fireworks
in the county was also discussed.
Next, Chris Squire, Hamilton
County Treasurer and Marcia
Ashmore, Hamilton County Clerk,
presented their 2012 budgets to
the Commissioners. The Clerk
also presented the 2012 budget
for the Register of Deeds office.
N e x t , M r. S c o t t S e l e e ,
Director of the SW KS Local
Environmental Planning Group,
asked the Commissioners for
help with grant funding for that
Group, in the amount of $2,000.
Next, Kenneth Smith,
EMS Director, presented his
department’s 2012 budget.
Next, Ms. Carol Meyer and
John Kennedy, Hamilton County
Economic Development Director,
discussed the Rural Opportunity Zone
Program implemented by the State of
Kansas in order to draw new citizens
to certain rural Kansas counties.
The Commissioners will discuss the
matter further at the June 21 meeting.
Next, Mr. Tom Scott informed the
Commissioners that he had certified
valuations to the Clerk on Monday.
The 5-Year Plan was reviewed:
Next, the need for a tax
sale was discussed. It was
decided to address this issue in
September, after the Treasurer
certifies her delinquent taxes.
Next, the County car is in
need of a different transmission.
After discussion, Commissioner
Simon moved that the County
car be repaired with a rebuilt
transmission. Commissioner
Braddock seconded. The Motion
was unanimously approved.
Next, after review and discussion,
warrants in the amount of $161,814.18
and $363.00 were approved.
Next, the job descriptions
are still being reviewed.
Commissioner Braddock then
moved for a 5-minute executive
session to discuss matters
regarding non-elected personnel,
with the Commissioners and
County Attorney being present.
Commissioner Simon seconded.
The motion was unanimously
approved. The executive session
began at 11:45 a.m. and the regular
meeting resumed at 11:50 a.m.
Commissioner Puckett moved
for a 10-minute executive session
in order to discuss matters
regarding non-elected personnel,
with the Commissioners and
County Attorney being present.
Commissioner Simon seconded.
The motion was unanimously
approved. The executive session
began at 11:50 a.m. and the regular
meeting reconvened at 12:00 noon.
As there was no more business
to come before the meeting, the
meeting was adjourned at 12:00 noon
were sent by the Lions Club to the
State Convention at Hutchinson
and have been selected for the
International band. $400.00 is
needed contact Bob Bitter or
Edsel King to make donations.
David Cook, son of Mr. and
Mrs. Bill Cook, represented the
Hamilton County Farm Bureau
at the 4th Annual Farm Bureau
Youth Safety Seminar, held at
Camp Wa-Shun-Ga, area of Rock
Springs Ranch , south of Junction
City, Kansas, the first week of June.
Jeanine Rishel, daughter of Mr.
and Mrs. Carl Rishel, will tour
Europe for six weeks this summer,
under the Foreign League Program.
A speech, drama and English teacher
at Salina South High School. Miss
Rishel will be one of the ten high
school counselors among 50 students from the high school. While in
Europe the group will travel by train,
visiting Austria, The Netherlands,
Germany, France and England.
They will study and compare cultures and visit historic landmarks.
Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Nielsen and
family were Sunday dinner guests at
the home of her brother, Mr. and Mrs.
Jim Bowen of Lamar, Colorado.
Janelle Grinstead, Syracuse,
was an overnight guest Friday
at the home of her grandparents, Mr. and Mrs. J. C. Fearno.
Mr. and Mrs. Winfield Slaven
attended the wedding of her niece,
Janey Horn in Garden City, Kansas.
Mr. and Mrs. Bob Sheldon (the
former Norleen Zerbe) and their
children, Mark age 5 and Elizabeth
Ann age 3, will leave June 23 for
their second term in India. Mr.
Sheldon is a Structural Engineer with
the United Methodist World Mission
Board’s office in Delhi, India. He
plans and supervises church related
building projects in all of India. He
will give the message at United
Methodist Church in Syracuse on
Sunday and they will be recognized and rededicated at the time.
Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Hemperley
and son of Austin, Texas., arrived
Monday to visit Mrs. Hemperley
‘s parents, Mr. and Mrs. T. D.
Thompson. Mrs. Hemperley is
the former Mary Jane Thompson.
Fire Insurance on Wheat,
Insure Now to Protect Your
Crop, $2.43 per $1000
W. E. Montgomery, Lucky Seven
Home Demonstration unit met at the
fair building last Wednesday with
the Lesson on Work Simplification
presented by Mrs. Albert Fecht.
Hostesses Mrs. George Sigsbee and
Mrs. Chester Spiker served refreshments to Mrs. Dale Jost, Mrs. Clyde
Ward, Mrs. Alvin Jantz, Mrs. Ralph
Young, Mrs. James Marchel, Mrs.
Milton Rudy, Mrs. Max Bennett,
Mrs. Fecht and Mrs. Russell Hefty.
Kansas is described as one of
the pioneer states in 4-H Club
work. Maynard Coe, state club
leader from 1925-1944 traced the
history of the youth organization
which started up when organized
by representatives of Kansas State.
The clubs were divided into corn,
swine and canning at the beginning, tribute was paid to the late
Senator Arthur Capper for his support at the state and national level.
Fire Insurance on Standing
Grain, $1.71 per $1000 Worth
Of Insurance, .John A. Parsons
Farm Bureau Insurance.
Darrel Woodson, instructor for a
class of student drivers who have noticed that many Syracuse motorist’s
have not been stopping for pedestrians in crosswalks. Woodson said
that the observations were carried
out at three downtown intersections.
Summer officially started in
Hamilton County today, with wheat
farmers hoping the new season
will bring dry weather to hurry
the progress of harvest. Rain fell
on five days of last week, delaying the start of cutting in the south
part of the county. The rain gauge
has not shown much, just enough
each day to slow down harvest.
Adults who assisted at the
School
Board
Agenda
The regularly scheduled
meeting of the USD #494 school
board meeting will be held on June
27, 2011 at 7 a.m. in the Lecture
Hall. Adoption of the agenda
and approval of the minutes
from the June 13, 2011 will be
the first items on the agenda.
Next, public comments will
be taken.
Next will be Business and
Finance. Final June Warrants,
End-of-Year transfers and EMC
renewal will be discussed.
Next on the agenda will
be an Executive Session,
followed by personnel matters.
Personnel matters to be
discussed are Teacher Contracts
and supplemental contracts.
Meeting will then be adjourned.
Economic
Development
By: John Kennedy
Last week I attended the
WKREDA quarterly meeting.
At this meeting we discussed
the transition of the State’s
Ag Marketing Division from
Commerce to the Department
of Ag. We went over how the
transition will go. It should go
very smoothly as J.J. Jones the past
representative from Commerce’s
Ag Marketing Division has taken
the position for the Department
of Ag after a brief stint in the
private sector. Currently we are
working on grants that will help
us in dairy recruitment as well
as other ag related industries
and value added ag businesses.
We also heard from John
Pinegar who assisted 6 counties
in the southwest corner with their
Low on Funds?
Check out the Classifieds.
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Local Families Needed for Cultural
Exchange Students
ASSE International Student
Exchange Programs (ASSE) is
seeking local families to host
boys and girls between the
ages of 15 to 18 from a variety
of countries around the world.
Students come with an
enthusiasm to practice their
English and experience American
culture -- food, sports, shopping
and more. The will also share their
own culture with host families.
Host families welcome these
students into their family, not as
a guest, but as a family member,
giving both the students and
families a rich cultural experience.
In addition, student have
pocket money for personal
expenses; and full health, accident
and liability insurance. Students
are academically selected onto
program, and host families can
choose their student from a
wide variety of backgrounds,
countries and personal interests.
To become a host family
or to find out how to become
involved with ASSE in your
community, please call our
Midwestern Regional Office
at 1-800-736-1760. There are
many students to choose from,
so call - and begin the process
of welcoming your new son or
daughter into your family today!
three day Boy Scout Troop 134
were J. Parker Jones, Grady
Grissom, Howard Farenbacher,
Earl Willis, Al Vesper, Rev.
Lovelady, Gene, Schmidt, Vic
Horning, Earl Hess and Zeno Gould.
ized, but not seriously injured.
Mrs. Dorothy Scott, Mrs. Ray
Davis and Miss Annabel Howell
left on a vacation trip of two or
three weeks to Indiana and Illinois.
Mr. and Mrs. H. D. Yancey and
son left for Gunnison, Colorado,
where Mr. Yancey enrolled in
summer school at the college.
Mr. and Mrs. Albert Weaver
and Mr. and Mrs. Gordon
Weaver of Bird City, visited
here with Mrs. Laura Helfrich.
Orpha Basham and Lorraine
Buck left for Washington, D.C.
where they received Civil Service
appointments as stenographers in the Navy Department.
Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Laughlin
and children of Scott City visited with her parents, Mr.
and Mrs. John Sherwood.
Mrs. Margaret Barnes of Denver,
spent the week end with Mr. and
Mrs. E. L Knapp and family. Mrs.
Max Bush of Colorado Springs and
Mrs. Glen Oliver of Denver, accompanied her and visited their parents.
Geo. R. Schroll and family accompanied by Luther
Schroll left on a vacation trip to
Arizona, Utah and California.
Tom Bostwick accepted a position
with the Fred Harvey Hotel system.
Annabel Stone, a Deerfield
school teacher, arrived to spend the
summer with her parents, Mr. and
Mrs. J. A. Stone, south of Syracuse.
Miss Marjorie Low of Syracuse
and Eugene Floyd of Stanton
County were married in Scott City.
Hamilton County History
30 Years ago
Mrs. Nellie Johnson, Mrs.
Fern Graham, Mrs. Jessie Schroll
and Mrs. Florence Stinchcmb
and their families attended a
Hixson family Memorial Day
dinner in Lamar on Monday.
Mrs. Helen Novis of Nampa,
Idaho, is visiting her daughter, Ms. Marlene Brownlee.
They spent Saturday in Dodge
City where Ms. Brownlee received her degree from St.
Mary of the Plains College.
Mr. and Mrs. Russell Henry of
Carson City, Nevada, spent last
week visiting his mother Mrs.
Nellie Henry, and other relatives.
Marvin Graber, son of Mr.
and Mrs. Marvin E. Graber of
Syracuse, is among more than 150
University of Kansas students who
have been chosen to attend KU
summer Institutes abroad. Marvin,
a junior in radio and television, has
been selected to attend the summer
institute in England and Scotland.
Mr. and Mrs. Henry Hoff have
returned from Norfolk, Virginia,
where they visited their son,
Captain and Mrs. Mickey Hoff.
Weather socks part of county
with hail as Mother Nature threw
another curve ball at some of the
farmers in the northern part of the
county last Wednesday night adding a heavy hail loss to an area
apparently hit the hardest by the
May freeze. Jim Grilliot whose
farm was evidently in the center of
the storm reported that windows
were broken in automobiles, and
the wheat was heavily damaged.
40 years ago
Diana Jantz and Tana Hartshorn
were Hamilton County delegates
to the Kansas Farm Bureau at
Rock Springs Ranch. Their attendance was cosponsored by the
Hamilton County Farm Bureau,
Valley State Bank and First
National Bank, all of Syracuse.
Larry Lewis and Craig Dunn
50 Years ago
WeKanDo project. This was a
collaborative effort on the behalf
of Stanton, Grant, Haskell, Stevens,
Gray, and Morton Counties in an
effort to save the short line railway
that runs through these counties.
They also contribute money equal
to one mil for each county to be
used in the recruitment of industries
to each of these counties. This is a
good program that other counties
should look into establishing a
program like this to collectively
recruit in our county as well. It
could also prove to be an avenue
to go to help leverage funds to
keep our rails condition and status
at its current level. All in all it
was a very informative meeting.
60 years ago
A tornado struck the Wm.
H. Crotinger farm northwest of
Syracuse, damaging a new house
and several outbuildings. The family said they saw five or six funnels
dipping from the clouds in the area.
Aaron Bailey, formerly of
Little River, had purchased the
Sinclair Service Station at Main
and Ave A, from Lawrence Fraser.
Mr. Fraser has operated the station for the past year and a half.
Pictured, “beating the heat,” at the
swimming pool were Vesta McCrary,
Judy Miller and Norma Kohlhorst.
Young people recently returned
from college conducted the morning
service at the Methodist Church.
Dennis Lewis, son of Mr. and Mrs.
Herb Lewis, fractured his left elbow
and wrist, when he fell about eight
feet out of the tree onto the sidewalk.
Dale Raney and Dennis
Stewart were picked on the alternate team at the Garden City
District baseball tournament.
Syracuse placed fourth in the meet.
Mr. and Mrs. Oscar Rector,
Dixie Rector, Sue Daugherty,
Cynthia James and Dorothy Hoff
attended the Rainbow Girls State
Assembly in Overland Park.
70 years ago
A rainfall of 4.9 inches exceeded all previous records for
the month of May at the Syracuse
weather station, according to Henry
Boltz, official weather observer.
Measureable precipitation fell
on 19 of the 31 days of the month.
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Green, former residents of Hamilton County,
were injured in a car accident near
DeBeque, Colorado. Their son
Thurman notified relatives here of
the accident. They were hospital-
Hamilton County
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Since 1976
by Jeff Wilson
3 JD Combines, 3 Semi
Hoppers, 1 Grain Cart
Parked in Tribune, KS
Call Lynn (605) 520-9742
References available
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(605) 881-9122
Farmers Forum
Ernie Battin
Art Boltz
Soil Organic Matter
Many soil properties impact
soil quality, but organic matter
deserves special attention. It
affects several critical soil functions, can be manipulated by
land management practices, and
is important in most agricultural settings across the country.
Whether your soil is naturally
high or low in organic matter, adding new organic matter
every year is perhaps the most
important way to improve and
maintain soil quality. Regular
additions of organic matter improve soil structure; enhance water and nutrient holding capacity;
protect soil from erosion and
compaction; support a healthy
community of soil organisms;
and can reduce the severity and
costs of natural phenomena such
as drought, flood, and disease.
Practices that increase organic
matter include: leaving crop residues in the field, choosing crop
rotations that include high residue plants, using optimal nutrient
and water management practices
to grow healthy plants with large
amounts of roots and residue,
growing cover crops, applying
manure or compost, using low or
Agriculture
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no tillage systems, and mulching.
Reducing tillage minimizes
the loss of organic matter and
protects the soil surface with
plant residue. Tillage is used to
loosen surface soil, prepare the
seedbed, and control weeds and
pests. But tillage can also break
up soil structure, speed the decomposition and loss of organic
matter, increase the threat of
erosion, destroy the habitat of
helpful organisms, and cause
compaction. New equipment
allows crop production with
minimal disturbance of the soil.
Out of concern for preserving
agricultural productivity came
the concept of tolerable soil
loss and the creation of the “T”
factor--the maximum annual soil
loss that can occur on a particular
soil while sustaining long-term
agricultural productivity. By
the end of the 20th century,
concerns about air and water
quality became as important
as concerns about agricultural
productivity. To address these
environmental goals and maintain the land’s productive potential, we must now go beyond
erosion control and manage for
soil quality. How soil functions
Blossom-end Rot
If you have tomatoes with a
sunken, brown leathery patch
on the bottom of the fruit, you
probabl have blossom-end rot.
Though most common on tomatoes, blossom-end rot can
also affect squash, peppers and
watermelons. Not a disease, this
condition is caused by a lack of
calcium in the developing fruit.
It is often assumed that this
means there is a corresponding
lack of calcium in the soil. This
is not necessarily the case, especially in Kansas. Most Kansas
soils are derived from limestone, which is partially made
up of calcium. So what causes
blossom-end rot? Actually,
there are a number of possible
causes, especially on tomatoes.
Let’s look at some of them.
- Tomato tops often outgrow
the root system during cooler
spring weather. As long as it is
cool, the root system can keep
up. When it turns hot and dry,
the plant has a problem, and
water — with the calcium it
carries — goes to the leaves and
the fruit is bypassed. The plant
responds with new root growth
and the condition corrects itself after a couple of weeks.
- Heavy fertilization, especially with ammonium forms
of nitrogen, can encourage
this condition. Heavy fertilization encourages more top
than root growth and the ammonium form of nitrogen competes with calcium for uptake.
- Anything that disturbs
roots such as hoeing too
deep can encourage blossomend rot. Mulching helps because it keeps the soil surface
cooler and therefore a better
environment for root growth.
- Inconsistent watering can
be a factor. Keep soil moist but
not waterlogged. Mulching can
help by moderating moisture
levels over time. You should also
avoid damaging roots and watch
fertilization. But there are some
years you do everything right
and the condition shows up due
to the weather. In such cases,
remember that blossom-end rot
is a temporary condition, and
plants should come out of it in
a couple of weeks. You may
want to pick off affected fruit to
encourage new fruit formation.
Soils with adequate calcium
will not benefit from adding
additional calcium. If your soil
is deficient in this nutrient,
add 1 pound gypsum per 100
square feet. Gypsum is calcium sulfate and will not affect
pH. Though calcium raises pH,
sulfate lowers it and the two
cancel each other out. Even
if not needed, gypsum will not
hurt anything. Information from
this article is from Ward Upham
KSU Extension Specialist.
on every inch of a farm, not just
in buffers or waterways, affects
erosion rates, agricultural productivity, air quality, and water
quality. The most practical way
to enhance soil quality today is
to promote better management
of soil organic matter or carbon.
In short, we should go beyond
T and manage for “C” (carbon).
For more information about
increasing soil organic matter,
please contact your local Natural
Resources Conservation Service
office or conservation district office located at your local county
USDA Service Center. Also
more information about soils is
available at www.soils.usda.gov.
AG Tire Services
Of Tribune, KS 67879
Now offering a complete lineup of tires for your
tractors, implements, trucks & vehicles along with
complete services for all your needs. In the field or
on the road we will bring help to you in a hurry.
Stop by at our business on East Highway 96 here
in Tribune and discuss your needs. Adam will provide you with his best efforts to solve any problems
you may be experiencing. We also provide complete
servicing for all vehicles, change oil, grease, wash,
rotate and balance tires at your convenience. Call
us and we’ll have your car or pickup ready to travel.
Your one-stop tire replacement and repair facility.
620-376-4714 or Adam’s cell 620-376-8709
Syracuse Commission Co.
620-384-5259
www.syracusecommission.com
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TRACTORS
JD 9330 (6) PS.......................................... ST @ $197,500
JD 8235R PS 600 Hrs...........................................$149,950 J.J
JD 5101E Limited 1519 Hrs...................................$39,100 S.S
JD 5203 2225 Hrs/w 512 Loader............................$21,750 J.J
JD 9430 1670 Hrs.................................................$194,000 J.J
JD 9420 PS 3533 Hr.............................................$137,500J. J
HARVESTING
9770 845 Hrs.........................................................$229,000 J.J
JD 9660 1192 Hrs ................................................$144,900 J.J
JD 9750 1693 Hrs.................................................$125,000 S.S
Shelbourne CVS32 (1)............................................$43,500 J.J
JD 612C, 12R Corn Head.......................................$62,000J. J
Planting & Tillage
1910/1830 61’.......................................................$135,000 J.J
JD 9300 40’ HOE DRILL.........................................$5,900 S.S
Crust Buster 41’x12” Hoe.........................................$7,995S. S
MISC
JD R450 16’ TRI LOBE(3)...................................$104,000 S.S
MASSEY 9635, 16’ 1926 Hrs................................$57,500 S.S
JD 568, NET...........................................................$26,750 S.S
JD 567 rd blr net.....................................................$25,200 S.S
JD 566 rd baler........................................................$11,500 S.S
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Syracuse 800-874-4020 (S)
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View This Equip and Much More @
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Market Report
Friday, June 17, 2011
Consignors: 94 Total: 1882
Closing Market Report
for Friday June 17, 2011
STEERSHEIFERS
1-300# 175.00-575.00/hd
1-300# 175.00-535.00/hd
3-400# 177.00
3-400# 155.00-167.50
4-500# 145.00-155.00
4-500# 128.00-138.00
5-600# 136.00-145.00
5-600# 127.00-134.00
6-700# N/A
6-700# 119.00-127.00 7-800# 131.00
7-800# N/A
8-900#121.00-130.65
Wheat – 7.45
Milo –6.15
Corn –6.80
New Crop Wheat –7.77
New Crop Milo – 5.80
New Crop Corn –6.35
COWS:
BULLS: $77-$91.50
Open: $65-$73
Pairs - $950-$1160 broken mouth
$1100-$1350 solid mouth
Pg Ck - $700-$1150
June 24, 2011 - No Cattle Sale
July 1, 2011 - No Cattle Sale
LDP’s are all 0 cents/100 weight
Due to the dry weather, we are selling many bred cows and cowcalf pairs.
Call early with your consignments of cows/calves. If possible, plan
on coming a couple of days early with your cow/cow-calf pars.
Market Report courtesy
of Skyland Grain
Weekly Weather Forecast from Weather.com
Thurs. June 23
Fri. June 24
Sat. June 25
Sun. June 26
Mon. June 27
Tues. June 28
Wed. June 29
Sunny
Isolated T-Storms
Sunny
Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Mostly Sunny
Partly Cloudy
95°
62°
High Low
Wind:
SSE at 7 mph
UV Index:
Moderate
Precip:
0%
99°
63°
High Low
Wind:
SE at 11 mph
UV Index:
Moderate
Precip:
30%
94°
62°
High Low
Wind:
NE at 13 mph
UV Index:
Moderate
Precip:
0%
95°
65°
High Low
Wind:
NE at 11 mph
UV Index:
Moderate
Precip:
0%
98°
64°
High Low
Wind:
WNW at 11 mph
UV Index:
Moderate
Precip:
10%
96°
64°
High Low
Wind:
WSW at 13 mph
UV Index:
Moderate
Precip:
10%
95°
62°
High Low
Wind:
SSW at 12 mph
UV Index:
Moderate
Precip:
10%
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Recipes & Stuff
by Megan Ashlock
Oatmeal Cookie Cups
Seen on the Scene
There is a lot happening in Hamilton County that not everyone gets a
chance to see or hear about. This is your space to do that. Please send
your photos of what you’ve seen in the county to [email protected]
O
My friend Faith sent me this recipe for oatmeal cookie cups. I call them ice
cream bowls. Whatever you call them, you will call them delicious.
3/4 c. firmly packed brown sugar
1/2 c. granulated sugar
2 1/2 sticks butter
1 egg
1 tsp. vanilla
1 1/2 c. all purpose flour
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
3 c. Quaker Oats (quick or old
fashioned, uncooked)
Preheat oven to 375°F. Beat together
butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine flour,
baking soda, salt and spices; add to
butter mixture, mixing well. Stir in
oats untill well blended. Press cookie
dough into lightly greased muffin tins
and depress the center slightly to make
a cup. Cook 10-12 minutes or until firm
in the middle.
Memphis Kuder, son on Brook (Helton) & Merlin Kuder, grandson of Sandy Schroll
is caught holding a flag after the Memorial Day cermeony. Photo by Krista Norton.
Fireworks
not less than $500 and not
more than $2500, confinement
in the county jail for up to 30
days and the requirement to pay
costs incurred in extinguishing
the fire and for all damage caused
by said fire, if such occurs.
“We are hoping the $500 fine will
discourage people from shooting
off fireworks,” said Joe Stephens,
Syracuse Mayor. “Of course we
do have a provision in place that
the ban can be lifted if we get
enough moisture before July 4.”
Ruth Schwerdfeger, Mayor of
Coolidge, states there will be a
ban on fireworks in Coolidge also.
“There will be notices sent out to all
the residents that no fireworks will be
allowed in the city limits of Coolidge
at this time.” Schwerdefeger said.
And while the area has had
some rain, it is not yet enough for
law-making authorities to consider
repealing the ban on fireworks.
The average rainfall for Hamilton
County in one year is approximately
16 inches. So far this year, less than
four inches of moisture has fallen.
According to USDA charts, this
portion of Kansas is experiencing
severe to extreme drought conditions.
With rainfall more than two
inches below normal, it will take at
least three to four inches of a steady,
soaking rain to ease the drought.
According to the National
Weather Service office in Dodge
City, Syracuse and Hamilton
County have been under a red flag
warning at least 30 times so far
this year. To qualify for a red flag
warning, the humidity has to be
under 50 percent, wind of 25 mph
or greater and these conditions must
persist for more than three hours.
For now all citizens of Hamilton
County can do is hope and pray for
U.S. Food Pyramid
Gets Smarter
(SPM Wire) Remember the
food pyramid you learned about
in school? It’s gotten a facelift.
Revamped a few years ago,
the new food pyramid from the
U.S. Department of Agriculture
treats each food group as
equally important and has new
measurement recommendations.
But the most interesting aspect
of the new food pyramid is
the new interactive features
that have just been unveiled.
enough rain to have all of the bans lifted.
“Even though we have had some
rain the last few days we have more
hot days forecast,” Stimatze said.
“If we get 90- to 100- degree days
with wind like we have had, we
will be right back to a fire danger.”
Yo u n o w c a n c r e a t e
personalized food and exercise
plans online at www.mypyramid.
gov, to plan meals and track dietary
goals. The site also boasts a new
resource called MyFoodapedia,
a database providing the calorie
count of almost any natural food.
You can search for any food,
specify how you will prepare
it and then get a calorie count.

The Syracuse Journal June 22, 2011

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