Despite modernization, Flint Hills remain stable through generations By Frank J. Buchman eration Flint Hills landown- ing operation, named for The Flint Hills have er, with his children and their grandfather. changed little in the past cen- grandchildren the sixth and W.H. White started the tury and a half, with much seventh generations respec- Farmers and Drovers Bank thanks due to dedicated care tively. "My great great in 1882, and served as its of its owners. grandfather, Thomas White, first president. The White Families with six genera- came to Morris County from family remains active in the tions of Flint Hills land own- Kentucky in 1857 and paid bank, with John, Hank and ership related history of $600 for 160 acres north of Bill and John’s children, making a living on the land, Council Grove," related Julie Hower and Steve while diverse methods of White, while reviewing her- White, all in leadership posi- modern day operation were itage of the area. tions. Julie Hower’s children reviewed during afternoon "He came with an oxen and Steve White’s daughter programs as part of the re- team in a schooner wagon, are the seventh generation of cent third annual Symphony but his wife became sick en the White family in Morris in the Flint Hills. route and passed away," County. In a beautiful, blue-skied White continued. "Thomas In 1880, W.H. White setting with lush emerald White later bought an ad- wrote, "When our generation Flint Hills overlooking two joining 160 acres from his is gone, there will be none clear ponds, more than 6,700 brother, making the original left who know anything people participated in activi- farm of 320 acres." about the pioneer farmer and ties which climaxed with the When Thomas White his early struggle to make Kansas City Symphony Or- passed away at an early age, this country the beautiful chestra performing a 90- his son, William Henry spot it now is." minute concert in the North (W.H.) White, 17, and John White emphasized, Lakeview Pasture, owned by daughters had to fend for "We believe W.H. would be the White family of Council themselves. The girls mar- thrilled to know that his Grove. ried and moved away, but beloved Morris County has After gates opened at W.H. remained in Morris remained a beautiful place, noon, there was a steady County, building the legacy cared for by generations who stream of cars into the park- that is left today. have shared his reverence ing area, and people moving "W.H. was active in the and love of the land." Fifth, sixth and seventh generations of the White family in Morris County posed in to the concert and program livestock business and also Some of the original tract their North Lakeview Pasture south of Council Grove when they hosted the recent grounds almost a mile out in operated a general store in north of Council Grove re- third annual Symphony in the Flint Hills. Thomas White came to the area from the grasslands. Nearly 1,700 Council Grove," John White mains in the White family, Kentucky in 1857 and bought land, still in family ownership. Shown are Steve White, volunteers helped with the stated. "He served two terms while nearby land was taken Julie (White Alexander) Cage, John White, Julie (White) Hower and the seventh event, from setting up facili- as the Morris County treas- by the federal reservoir in generation, Allison and Hailey Hower. ties with over a dozen tents urer and was then elected as the 1960s. Pastures in which to assisting visitors with the Morris County represen- the symphony was con- according to John Doran John Doran, for whom I was Linda Johnson and Kevin their diverse needs. tative to the state legisla- ducted were purchased by Cosgrove, who spoke after named," Cosgrove recog- and Mary Kniebel, with Many of the crowd ture." John’s father, Hale, in the John White. nized. "He chose to stay Mike Beam of the Kansas walked the trail while others Three more generations 1940s. "My brother, Dave, and I home and farm, while Livestock Association as utilized the horse-drawn of the White family followed Neighboring the White are the fifth generation of pi- Thomas Doran left home to moderator. covered wagons, tractor- with W.H.’s great grandsons, pastures to the north is oneer stock operating Flint go to school at St. Mary’s Originally from Jackson pulled trailers and golf-cart- John, Hank and Bill, current- rangeland owned by Cos- Hills land in Morris County," Academy and then to KU at County, the Jenkins have type vehicles. ly operating C.H. White and grove Farm Company, which Cosgrove informed. Frank Lawrence." managed large ranches in John White is a fifth-gen- Sons, a farming and ranch- also originated in the 1850s, Doran and Mary Clark came There Thomas Doran met Butler and Chase counties, to the United States from and married Mary Wood- and now have a cow-calf Ireland in 1857, first arriving ward, daughter of Brenton, operation north of Council in New York. Frank and one of the first pharmacists Grove, look after yearling Mary were married the next in Kansas, and his wife pastures and do day work for year, and traveled to St. Lucy, one of the first school other cattlemen. Louis by train in 1859. teachers. Thomas became Johnson, who had worked "They then came by boat an attorney in Topeka, and for other ranches previously, to St. Joseph, Mo., where his only child, Josephine, manages the 14,000-acre they bought an oxen team, met and married Michael Mashed O Ranch, a cow-calf wagon, breaking plow, cook Cosgrove, also of the law and steer grazing operation stove and other provisions to firm. on the Morris-Chase County travel further west," Cos- "This is where the Cos- line, with assistance from his grove shared. "They came to grove name came into the wife and two employees. Topeka, then through Es- picture. My dad, Thomas kridge, to settle in August Francis Cosgrove, was one Continued on page 3 1859, on Munkres Creek of their two children," John north of Council Grove, Cosgrove verified. Oddly where my family lives enough, Mike Cosgrove, today." Michael’s father, had settled First cabin constructed by in Morris County in 1873 the Dorans was close to the south of Council Grove near creek, despite a warning Dunlap in the Neosho River from Kaw Indians that it was Valley. on a flood plain. In 1871, the Some of the Cosgrove couple moved to higher land near their home, north ground and built a stone of Council Grove, was taken home, with sand hauled in when the reservoir was con- from Junction City. structed, and the family re- "The original stone house placed that land with acreage had two rooms downstairs south of town. and three upstairs. It is the "Next summer will be the same house that I grew up in 150th anniversary of our with my parents and seven ranch, and one of my sons is siblings. However, it was now the sixth generation added onto when I was a working the land. Hopefully, John Doran Cosgrove is the fifth generation of pioneer stock operating Flint Hills land baby," Cosgrove noted. "My it will continue into future in Morris County. John’s great grandfather came from Ireland and settled in the area family lives in this house generations," Cosgrove said. in 1859. Cosgrove spoke about the family’s history during programs as part of the now." Contemporary Flint Hills Symphony in the Flint Hills, conducted in pastures south of those operated by Seven children were born ranching was discussed by a Cosgrove and his brother, Dave. Indian artifacts collected by Cosgrove on the land to the Dorans, but only four panel including Don and originally inhabited by Kaw Indians were shown after his presentation. survived. "The oldest was Peg Jenkins, Larry and Page 2 Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008 Guest Editorial

Such economic develop- cerned about the present The sky is the limit ment allows investment dol- value of money being of- By John Schlageck, to chart and research the lars to remain local. It also fered by wind developers,” Kansas Farm Bureau growth of U.S. wind power. has the potential to build a Irvin cautions. “A lease Wind power continues to “We’re finally starting to new industry for rural com- price today, for example, sweep across the United say ‘yea,’ wind affords us a munities that is compatible may amount to very little in States as one of the fastest great economic and rural with agricultural. the future. You also have to growing sources of electri- development opportunity,” For farmers and land- understand that the con- cal generation. And while Irvin says. owners, wind energy pro- tract you draw up today Kansas ranks as the top Others see wind energy duction is somewhat of an will impact your children, three in wind potential de- projects as one solution to unknown commodity. Many grandchildren and even velopment in this nation, bolster sagging rural com- have been inundated with your great-grandchildren.” our state ranks twelfth in munities or an option for development companies There are lots of dollars actual wind production. farmers seeking to hedge seeking to secure land for that go into these wind In today’s wind energy their bets in the risky busi- wind development. farms — projects range game, states like Minnesota, ness of agriculture. Before entering into an from $150- $250 million, Iowa, Oregon and Texas re- Wind energy can stimulate agreement or contract with Irvin says. main the clear leaders. the local economy by creat- such companies, Irvin re- “It’s critical for land- “Kansas is moving in the ing new jobs, new business commends landowners con- owners to enter into a con- right direction, however, opportunities and bringing sult an attorney. Such tract only after they’ve done we’re a little behind at this new investment to a commu- agreements tend to be long their due diligence to en- time,” says Mike Irvin, nity. These projects can also term — between 20 and 150 sure the contract is a good Kansas Farm Bureau Legal produce more involvement years. one that will pay you fairly Foundation. Irvin continues from community members. “You have to be con- throughout the lifetime of the contract,” Irvin says. Wind energy develop- ment comes with its own set The Learning Post of challenges, Irvin says. One of the main hurdles is By Gordon Morrison electrical transmission. Large-scale development of Kara Riffel with judge Bill Disberger at the recent Mari- Concordia Rancher and wind energy is dependent on County Fair. Former Agriculture Educator on the availability of power lines to transport the elec- tricity to urban areas such as Topeka, Wichita, Kansas Rock Throwing In Education City and even going across the border and possibly In my last two columns, I have 4. Little actual learning may take supplying Denver and Col- talked some about education, place in some classrooms because of orado Springs. This presents a real dwelling more on its past history in distractions, lack of discipline, or in- challenge for wind energy I was on vacation last week. But I think I now need this country and moving to the pres- adequate lesson preparation. because most of the coun- another week to fully recharge. My time away from the ent. Important questions to consider 5. A lack of respect for authority try’s best wind resources today are: How effective is the current seems to be more prevalent today, a areas are in rural regions G&G last week could be described as a fun-filled, labor- educational system? Is it meeting the feeling that affects adults and youth that have little need for intensive, stressful and rewarding. But is it probably best large amounts of new elec- needs of industry as well as preparing alike. This could be attributed in summed up as exhausting. As the family took part in a tricity generation. The cur- myriad of activities during the Marion County Fair it was youth for successful living? part to the influence of television rent transmission infra- truly a group effort. From the dogs to the hogs and the Since I have been retired from programs, movies, and other enter- structure was not built to teaching and away from the class- tainment that does not promote a move large amounts of elec- projects in between, we had plenty to fill the hours. room for eighteen years, I visited positive, wholesome attitude toward tricity from rural windy We have a tradition in the county with many of the areas. Upgrading this trans- with several teachers to gain their life. livestock families having a big, and I do mean big, fami- mission system can be a ly style meal plan. What this means is that we turn a set assessments on the above question. 6. Years ago Dr. Spock readjust- slow, expensive and con- of grills and a turkey fryer and a bevy of ice chests into It would appear that some schools ed our thinking on discipline of chil- tentious process. are doing a very good job with our dren. Any kind of physical punish- Currently Kansas does a makeshift restaurant for four days … and while the youth, but others have a great deal ment as a means of correcting be- not have any state regula- eating is good the thing I long for at the end of the week tions regarding wind energy of room for improvement. The teach- havioral problems was discouraged is a nice, sit-down meal where a waitress takes my order development. This is left and keeps my glass of ice water full. It will happen even- ers I interviewed are successful in and instead a milder approach that entirely up to local govern- tually. their own teaching, but they all would not diminish the self-esteem ments and counties. They seemed to agree that there are big of the child was recommended. decide how, when and So, due to a full week of fair activities, this installment problems and challenges facing edu- While the infamous paddle, used in where wind energy will be is unusually short and I apologize. I'll be back to full developed. cators and also students, some of the past by some teachers and prin- power for the next edition, I promise. Until then, I'll chat One Kansas county has with you next week, "Over the Barn Gate!" which were not significant issues cipals, needed to go, the trend has banned wind energy devel- several years ago. been to move perhaps too far in the opment after several years My probing to learn more about opposite direction. Students who of planning to secure such a what is wrong brought on an ava- tend to be unruly and are trouble- project by landowners in the region. Additional local lanche of comments. One teacher makers have no fear of conse- action like this in other put it this way, “If you throw a rock quences for their bad behavior. They parts of Kansas has the po- into the calm water of a placid pond, know that teachers are limited in tential to scare away some a big splash occurs, generating what disciplinary measures they can developers in the future, ac- many ripples that flow out from the take. cording to Irvin. Developers want to know entry point. The pool of students of 7. Too much emphasis on com- what they can expect and all age groups has had many rocks petitive sports can be at the expense the guidelines before they fall into the midst, causing a ripple of academic learning. Some parents come into a county. This is upon ripple effect until the pond has show little interest in school activi- where it’s vital that land- become a big boiling splash of tur- ties beyond the sports arena. owners come together and talk about the rules for de- moil.” I will list a few of the big rocks 8. Students may harbor fear of velopment of wind energy that have troubled the educational classmates, especially when wea- in their county. waters, making it difficult for learn- pons and drugs are involved. “Typically farmers and ing to take place. 9. Responsibilities such as landowners are very inde- 1. Over half the marriages in chores and jobs are foreign to some pendent and private with information concerning America end in divorce; therefore, ei- students, leaving them lacking in their operations,” Irvin ther a father image or a mother good work ethics. says. “This is one of those image is often lacking in rearing the Some of you readers could add to situations where producers child. Because of the separation of this list, I am sure, but I have named should work with other their mother and father, some chil- enough big rocks to create a wave landowners as well as their attorneys and gather every- dren have feelings of anger and re- action of hurricane force when one together to hammer out sentment that they carry with them thrown into the pool. expectations for an agree- to school. I am glad that we have many ex- ment that will best serve 2. With the dysfunctional family, cellent schools, where much benefi- everyone and their com- real sit-down meals around the table cial learning is taking place, and munity.” are often nonexistent and are re- that have the support of parents and placed with snacks of junk food. The community. Still, there are too many — Advertising Staff — KS by Ag Press, Inc. 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Gaines-Riffel tivities can be a substitute for the store near you. For information, call lished each Tuesday at 1531 MEMBER OF [email protected] Yuma (Box 1009), Manhattan, Associated Press stability of family life. 785-243-3833. Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008 Page 3 Families of the Flint Hills 2-DAY GUN & KNIFE AUCTION Continued from page 1 son indicated, "We burn the don’t let anything go to FRIDAY, AUGUST 15 — 6 PM & SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 — 10 AM entire ranch every year. I waste." 206 S. FOREST (DOUGLASS COMMUNITY BUILDING) — The Kniebels have a di- would prefer not to always Finished cattle in the DOUGLASS, KANSAS versified family operation burn the cow pastures, but Kniebel operation are sold DIRECTIONS: From the Fire Station in Douglass, go South on Forest St. to Auction. near White City, with a com- the way we’re situated, the through the U.S. Premium OPEN HOUSE - FRIDAY 10:00 AM mercial cow-calf herd in whole countryside is burned Beef program, which has SELLING FRIDAY: Die Cast Cars, Collectible Knives, Bronze statues by Frederic Remington, which calves are retained when it comes that time in added profitability, the Vehicles (sell at 7 p.m.): 2000 Chevrolet S10 3-door extended cab, 1999 Ford F-250 Super Crew, 2000 Mitsubishi Fuso; Scooter, Collectible Indian Artifacts & Arrowhead collections includes a through finish weight in an the spring." couple contended. Govern- Clovis spear point; Miscellaneous Silver, Tools, Mounted Heads, Cowboy Chaps & Saddles, on-farm feedlot. They have a Calving at the Kniebel ment-assist programs are Collectible Spurs, Collectibles, Collectible prints from Oklahoma, Cigarette Lighters & Jewelry, registered Red Angus herd to operation begins in February utilized as well to eco- Miscellaneous. sell seed stock in addition to with the couple taking turns nomically maintain and im- PREVIEW DATE: Friday, August 15th. growing all of their livestock checking at midnight and at prove the grass and farm SELLING SATURDAY: Rifle Scopes & Binoculars, Reloading Equipment, Reloading Supplies, four o’clock in the morning, ground. Miscellaneous Gun Supplies, Antique Gun Related Miscellaneous, Miscellaneous Ammo, feed. Bullets, Shotgun Shells, Miscellaneous. Don Jenkins emphasized and also looking over the "It’s hard to put into GUNS INCLUDE #55 Ruger, Model 96, 22 mag- #106 Iver Johnson, Saftety Au- he and his wife wouldn’t herd twice during the day. words what it’s like to ranch #1 Sears JC Higgins, Model 41, num rifle tomatic, 32 caliber pistol now call their operation a "We breed our cows artifi- in these beautiful Flint Hills. 22 Caliber rifle, #56 Marlin, Model 81-D2 Tar- #107 Smith & Wesson, Model contemporary ranch because cially to select bulls, so we There is a fondness, unique- #2 Remington, Model 550, 22 get, 22 caliber rifle No.1 third issue, 32 caliber Caliber rifle #57 Ruger, Model 10/22, 22 pistol they’d moved to the area for don’t typically have many ness and sacredness here, so #3 Browning, Model A5, 12 caliber rifle #108 Colt, Model 1849 pocket semi-retirement after man- calving problems. If we peaceful, like one can see gauge shotgun #58 German Mauser, Model 22 6” barrel, 32 caliber pistol aging large operations, in- lose a calf, it’s quite person- God," described Peg Jenk- #4 Marlin, Model 66, 22 caliber rifle trainer, 22 caliber rifle #109 Bacon Pistol Co, Model #5 Westernfield, Model 560, 12 #59 Ruger, Model 10/22 with 1851 nickel engraved, 32 cal- cluding the Z-Bar Ranch in al to us," Mrs. Kniebel de- ins. gauge shotgun scope, 22 caliber rifle iber pistol Chase County. clared. "Ranchers in the Flint #6 Stevens, Model 124, 12 #60 Merwin Hulbert, Model #110 Whitney, Model Pocket, "That’s a tremendous With his father and broth- Hills are producing the most gauge shotgun rolling block, 32 RF rifle 31 caliber pistol #7 J.C. Higgins, Model 5837, #61 Stevens, Model 22/410 #111 Allen Wheelock, side ranch, and we weren’t too er involved in the Kniebel wholesome, nutritious meat 12 gauge shotgun O/U, 22-410 combo Hammer, 32 caliber pistol pleased when it was turned partnership, Kevin Kniebel in the world. We must keep #8 Remington, Model 10-A, 12 #62 Stevens, Model Junior-11, #112 Remington, 1861 Army, into a national park. But, that elaborated, "We raise feed to the land in private ownership gauge shotgun 22 caliber rifle 44 caliber pistol #9 Kessler Arms, Model 30-C, #63 CVA, Model Wolf, 50 cal- #113 Colt, 1851 Army, 44 cal- gives an opportunity for finish all of the cattle pro- in order for this to continue," 16 gauge shotgun iber rifle iber pistol more people to enjoy the duced. All of our crop agreed the group in conclu- #10 Mossberg, Model 500C, 20 #64 Remington, Model 700 M1, #114 Colt, 1849 Pocket, 32 cal- beautiful Flint Hills," Don residues are utilized, so we sion. gauge shotgun 50 caliber rifle iber pistol #11 Mossberg, Model 500C, 20 #65 Thompson, Model #115 Merwin Hulbert, SA/Army, Jenkins admitted. gauge shotgun Hawken, 50 caliber rifle 44 caliber pistol While in charge of a But- #12 Coast 2 Coast, Model 267, #66 Traditions, Model Inline, 50 #116 Merwin Hulbert, SA/Army, ler County ranch, the Jenk- 12 gauge shotgun caliber rifle 44 caliber pistol #13 H & R, Model 158 Topper, #67 Mossberg, Model 500, 20 #117 Smith & Wesson, Russian ins couple looked after 20 gauge shotgun gauge shotgun - engraved, 44 caliber pistol 22,000 acres with 900 stock #14 Westernfield, Model 175, #68 Sears, Model 200, 12 #118 Colt, Lightning D/A, 38 cows and 4,500 yearlings. 20 gauge shotgun gauge shotgun caliber pistol "We bought our place in #15 Mossberg, Model 500A, 12 #69 Charter Arms, undercover, #119 Colt, 1877 Lightning D/A, gauge shotgun 38 Special pistol 38 caliber pistol Morris County 11 years ago #16 Stevens, Model 151, 12 #70 Ruger, Model Blackhawk, #120 Old Civil War marked rifle, and now have fall and gauge shotgun 45 L/C pistol Black powder spring calving cows with #17 Marlin, Model 66, 22 rifle #71 Taurus, Model Hammer- #121 Old Civil War marked rifle, #18 Mossberg, Model Plinkster less, 38 special pistol Black powder the calves retained for 377, 22 rifle #72 Commanche, Model III, #122 Old Civil War marked rifle, summer grazing. We’ve #19 H & R, Model 25, 22 rifle 357 magnum pistol Black power been pursuing merchandiz- #20 Mossberg, Model 500A, 12 #73 Ruger, Model Blackhawk #123 Colt, SAA 1st Gen Early gauge shotgun Vaquero/guns Ammo, 45 L/C BP, 45 caliber pistol ing grass-fed beef," Jenkins #21 Euro Arms, Model Colt pistol #124 Colt, SAA 1st Gen Mfg briefed. Navy, 44 caliber pistol #74 Charter Arms, undercover, 1882 71/2” barrel, 45 caliber Larry Johnson explained #22 CNC, Model SS, 44 caliber pistol 38 special pistol pistol #23 H & R, Model 32 Tip-up, 32 #75 Ruger, Model single six, 32 #125 Colt, SAA 1st Gen Inter- that his ranch includes 750 caliber pistol H&R magnum pistol mediate PB, 45 caliber pistol spring calving and 80 fall #24 Ruger, Model P85 MKII, #76 SIG Sauer, Model P229, #126 Colt, SAA 1st Gen Inter- calving cows, along with 9mm pistol 9mm pistol mediate PB 44/40 caliber pis- #25 Ruger, Model Blackhawk, #77 Stallard Arms, Model J5, tol 1,250 yearlings on an early 357 magnum pistol 9mm pistol #127 Colt, SAA 1st Gen Mfg intensive grazing program. #26 Cimarron, Model 38 Colt, #78 Springfield Armory, Model 1877, 44/40 pistol "We save our heifers as re- 38 caliber pistol 1911-A1, 45 ACP pistol #128 Colt, SAA 1st Gen/mfg #27 Ruger, Model Bear Cat, 22 #79 Smith & Wesson, Model 1901/engraved/never fired, placements and rotate using caliber pistol (NEW) 39-2, 9mm pistol 45 caliber pistol Hereford and Angus bulls," #28 Ruger, Model Single Six, #80 Colt, Model 1911-A1 com- #129 Colt, SAA 1st Gen Ar- he confirmed. "Calves are 22 caliber pistol pact, 45 ACP pistol tillery/Custer Era/ 45 caliber #29 Rohm, Model R/G 10’s, 22 #81 Kimber, Model Custom II, pistol sold at weanling age, often caliber pistol 45 ACP pistol #130 Colt, SAA 1st Gen 71/2 to repeat customers, who #30 High Standard, Model B, #82 Glock, Model 22, 40 S&W barrel - Intermediate - PB - have been pleased with their 22 caliber pistol pistol Bone Grips, 45 Caliber pistol #31 Ruger, Model old Bearcat, #83 Smith & Wesson, Model #131 Colt, SAA 1st Gen, 41 cal- performance in the feedlot 22 caliber pistol 5906, 9mm pistol iber pistol and on the rail." #32 Smith & Wesson, Model #84 Magnum Research, Model #132 Colt, SAA 1st Gen - Bone Noting the controversy of Highway Patrolman, 357 Desert Eagle, 357 magnum Grips - Mfg 1883, 45 caliber magnum pistol pistol pistol burning Flint Hills pastures #33 Freedom Arms, Model #85 High Standard, Model Cru- #133 Colt, SAA 1st Gen - Fron- in some years gone by, John- Pocket Derringer, 22 pistol sader compact, 45 ACP pistol tier Single Six, 44/40 caliber #34 High Standard, O/U Der- #86 Smith & Wesson, Model pistol ringer, 22 pistol SW40V, 40 S&W pistol #134 Colt, SAA 1st Gen, 41 cal- #35 Beretta, Model 950 BS, 25 #87 Smith & Wesson, Model iber pistol auto pistol 4046, 40 S&W pistol #135 Colt, Bixley- 71/2 barrel - #36 Colt, Model 25 automatic, #88 Glock, Model 17, 9mm pis- Deputy Sheriff gun Texas 25 auto pistol tol w/papers - holster/knife rig, #37 Styer, W/German capture #89 Ruger, Model P89, 9mm 32/20 caliber pistol papers holster, 25 auto pistol pistol #136 Springfield, 1873 Trap- #38 UAMA, Model IX-B 1911, #90 Smith & Wesson, Model door/with bayonet, 45/70 rifle 45 ACP pistol SW40F, 40 S&W pistol #137 Springfield, 1873 musket, #39 Kel TEC, Model P-11, 9mm #91 Springfield Armory, Model 52 caliber shotgun pistol Champion, 45 ACP pistol #138 Smith, Civil War Carbine, 3.5 #40 Smith & Wesson, Model #92 Colt, 1911-1918 Mfg, 45 52 caliber rifle 4046, 40 S&W pistol ACP pistol #139 Spencer, Carbine Civil #41 Rossi undercover, 38 spe- #93 Colt, Model MKIV 70 series War, 50 caliber rifle cial pistol Gold Cup Match, 45 ACP pis- #140 Winchester, 1890 Gallery, #42 Smith & Wesson, Model tol 22 short rifle 4046, 40 S & W pistol #94 Remington, Model 511 #141 Remington, Model 12-A, #43 Ruger, Model Super Black- Scoremaster, 22 rifle 22 rifle hawk, 44 magnum pistol #95 Norinco, Model SKS, #142 Remington, Model 12, 22 #44 Sig Sauer, Model P-239, 762X39 rifle WRF rifle (NICE) 357 Sig pistol #96 Yugoslavian, Model SKS #143 Colt, small frame light- #45 Springfield, Model XD45, w/scope, 762 X 39 rifle ning, 22 caliber rifle 45 ACP pistol #97 Norinco, Model SKS, 762 X #144 Colt, medium frame Light- #46 Norinco, Model 1911-A1- 39 rifle ning, 32/20 rifle 45 ACP pistol #98 Romanian, Model SKS, #145 Winchester, 1873, 32/20 #47 Smith & Wesson, Model 762 X 39 rifle rifle 422, 22 caliber pistol #99 Norinco, Model SKS, 762 X #146 Winchester, 1873 Case #48 Ruger, Model MKI, 22 cal- 39 rifle color, 38 WCF rifle iber pistol #100 Carcano, Model Sporter, #147 Winchester, 1873 SRC, #49 Heritage Arms, Model 762 X 54 rifle 44/40 rifle Rough Rider, 22 caliber pistol #101 New England Arms, #148 Winchester, 1873 Rifle, #50 Ruger, Model MKII, 22 cal- Model Pardner, 12 gauge 44/40 rifle iber pistol shotgun #149 Winchester, 1892, #51 H.4. Hunter, Model West- #102 Winchester, Model 59, 12 32WCF rifle ern Six Shooter, 22 caliber gauge shotgun #150 Winchester, 1886/w Cody pistol #103 Ithica, Model 37, 12 letter, 40-65 rifle #52 Rohm, Model RG-63, 22 gauge shotgun #151 Winchester, 1886, 38/56 caliber pistol #104 New England Arms, rifle #53 Colt, Model Frontier Scout, Model Pardner/NWTF, 12 #152 Winchester, 1873, 32 22 caliber pistol gauge shotgun WFC rifle #54 Iver Johnson, Model US #105 Mossberg, Model 500 C, #153 Winchester, 1892, 25/20 Carbine, 22 rifle 20 gauge shotgun rifle See our website for complete listings: www.swensonauction.com

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Spread Bake the cookies for 10 to 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder 2/3 cup salad oil over crust and sprinkle with 12 minutes until you start to 1 cup shredded cheddar 1/2 cup wine vinegar reserved crumb mixture. smell the chocolate. You cheese 2 teaspoons honey Refrigerate for 1 hour or won’t see much change in 1 cup shredded mozzarella 1 teaspoon salt until set. Yield 12 servings. color; the cookies should 8-ounce can crescent rolls 1/4 teaspoon pepper ***** remain soft, as they’ll crisp Preheat oven to 350 de- To make salad: in a Noel Miller, Maple Hill: as they cool. Remove the grees. Grease a 11-by-7-inch saucepan cook broccoli, cau- “Enjoy!” cookies from the oven and baking dish. Fry sausage Marcia Emig, Goodland, Wins Recipe liflorets and carrot in boil- CHOCOLATE TURTLE place on cooling racks with a until crumbly and brown. Contest In Grass & Grain For The Week ing water for 3 minutes; COOKIES sheet of waxed paper or Drain and set aside. In same drain. In a shallow dish 1/2 cup (1 stick, 4 ounces) un- parchment under each rack. skillet melt the butter then Winner Marcia Emig, Goodland: arrange cooked vegetables, salted butter, softened Let cookies cool for about 5 add zucchini and onion and OLD-FASHIONED STRAWBERRY SODA tomatoes and chicken. To 1/2 teaspoon salt to 10 minutes then top with cook for 10 to 12 minutes, 1 cup milk make marinade: combine re- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (op- melted caramel. Let caramel stirring often until most of 1/2 cup fresh or frozen strawberries maining ingredients and tional) set up a little then top with liquid has evaporated. In a 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream, softened pour over salad. Chill 6 3/4 cup (3 3/4 ounces) confec- melted chocolate. Let cook- bowl whisk eggs, mustard, 2 tablespoons sugar hours or more, stirring occa- tioner’s sugar ies cool completely until salt, pepper, parsley and gar- 2 to 3 drops red food coloring, optional sionally. Serve with slotted 1 teaspoon vanilla extract chocolate is set up. Makes 24 lic powder. Stir in sausage, 1 cup chilled gingerale spoon. Makes about 3 cups, 2 3/4 cup (3 3/4 ounces) un- cookies. zucchini mixture and In a blender, combine the first five ingredients; cover and servings. bleached all-purpose flour ***** cheeses; set aside. Unroll process until smooth. Pour into two tall glasses. Add gin- ***** 1/3 cup (1 ounce) Dutch- Mary Rogers, Topeka: dough and press into bottom gerale and serve immediately. Sandy Hill, Eskridge: process cocoa THE BEST ZUCCHINI and up sides of baking dish, ***** “These rich bars, with a 1/2 cup (1 1/2 ounces) pecan 1 pound sausage pressing edges together to Thelma Baldock, 1 tablespoon finely chopped vanilla wafer crust, get their meal (you can make this 1/2 cup butter seal. Pour mixture over Delphos: “Cousin Carolyn onion sweet-tart flavor from lemon yourself by just using a 4 cups thinly sliced zucchini dough and bake 20 to 25 min- Stowell served these to the 1 tablespoon sugar gelatin, sherbet and pudding blender or food processor; 3 cups chopped onion utes or until top is golden Baldock Harvest Crew, so I 3/4 cup soft bread cubes mix.” just grind the pecans into a 2 large eggs brown and center comes out thought she wouldn’t mind 1 tablespoon parsley flakes FLUFFY LEMON SQUARES fine meal) 2 tablespoons chopped pars- clean when tested with a my sharing the recipe.” 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups crushed vanilla 2 1/2 cups (8 ounces) whole ley toothpick. Let cool 10 min- FROZEN FRUIT 1 teaspoon lemon juice (op- wafers (about 45) pecans (120 whole pecan 2 teaspoons dry mustard utes before cutting and serv- HARVEST TREAT tional) 1/3 cup chopped pecans halves) 1/2 teaspoon salt ing. 2 cups water Pare and cube turnips 6 tablespoons butter, melted 4 ounces caramel (melt in 1/2 teaspoon pepper ***** 3/4 cup sugar (you should have about 3 1/2 cup heavy whipping microwave) 6 ounces (3/4 cup) lemonade cups). Cook in small amount cream 6 ounces semisweet or bitter- concentrate of boiling salted water until (2) 3-ounce packages lemon sweet chocolate (melt for Prize for AUGUST 6 ounces (3/4 cup) orange tender, for about 20 minutes. gelatin about 40 seconds to 1 juice concentrate Drain and add margarine 1 1/4 cups boiling water minute in microwave) “Our Daily Bread” Fruit (about 6 to 7 cups) bite- and mash. Mix all other in- 3.4-ounce package instant Preheat oven to 350 de- Recipe sized pieces: peaches, kiwi, gredients together. Pour into lemon pudding mix grees. Lightly grease (or nectarines, watermelon, greased 1-quart casserole 1 pint lemon sherbet, soft- line with parchment paper) Contest Prize strawberries, green or red dish. Bake at 375 degrees for ened two cookie sheets. In a seedless grapes, blueber- 25 to 30 minutes. Makes four In a small bowl combine medium bowl cream togeth- SET OF 12 ries, raspberries, just servings. the wafer crumbs, pecans er the butter, salt, cinnamon, MAGNETIC about any fruit that freezes ***** and butter; set aside 1/4 cup sugar and vanilla. Sift the NOTEPADS for topping. Press remaining flour and cocoa together to (thaws well and looks pret- Doris Shivers, Abilene: A cute new design for ty will work). I used “A delicate marinade brings crumb mixture into an remove any lumps. Beat unsweetened pineapple out the best in this bright ungreased 11-by-7-by-2-inch into creamed mixture then every month of the year! tidbits also combination of chicken and dish. Cover and refrigerate mix in the pecan meal. This set, with signature art- Bring sugar and water to garden fresh vegetables.” for 30 minutes. Meanwhile, Place 24 clusters of 5 pecan work by Dianna Marcum, a boil. Remove from heat and GARDEN STYLE in a small mixing bowl halves on the prepared will take you from January cool slightly. Add juice con- CHICKEN SALAD beat cream until stiff peaks pans, leaving a dime-sized to December. Each 30- form; set aside. In a large circle empty in the center of centrates and mix well. Pre- 1 cup broccoli florets sheet pad includes a mag- pare fruit. Pour juice mix- 1 cup cauliflorets mixing bowl dissolve gelatin each cluster. Divide the ture over fruit and mix. 1/2 cup diagonally sliced car- in boiling water. Add pud- dough into 24 balls, 1/2 net on the back. Place mixture into small rot ding mix, beat on low speed ounce each. Flatten the balls Measures containers and freeze. Small 1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, cut for 2 minutes. Add sherbet into 1 1/2 inch disks and 9 by 3 1/2 inches. (approximately 1/3 to 1/2 cup) in half and beat on low for 1 minute place atop the pecan clus- containers work well. Have 5-ounce can Swanson Chunk or until soft-set. Gently fold ters, pressing down slightly. Send Your Recipes Today! also used small styrofoam cups and covered with plas- Back Pain & tic wrap secured with a rub- the DRX9000ª Non-IInvasiive.. berband. About 16 servings. ***** Non-Surgiicall.. Kathy Hogue, Topeka/ With the DRX9000™, You Can Alma, loves garden harvest Take Hold of Your Life Again! time! This veggie recipe is • Reduce your back pain. easy to prepare and a new • Reduce your symptoms. twist to the dinner table. • Reduce your disability. 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Kangaroo hide; mounted long 15 cu upright freezer; Crosley horns; mounted pheasant; automatic washer; GE electric ANTIQUES/COLLECTIBLES cast iron kettle; 8 place set dryer; GE microwave; book- Better Buckley 5 cent slot ma- Noritake china; 6 place set case; Magnavox 32” TV; oak chine; Jennings Standard Rogers silver plate; assort- hand made gun cabinet; 3 pc. Chief 5 cent slot machine; ment dishes; spoon collection; bedroom set; handmade coin operated Brunswick Boston Terrier collection; chests; handmade hard wood model C billiard table; Worlds crewel pictures; assortment slab coffee table; hand made Fair pinball machine; oak C pictures; assortment of col- key cabinet; lamps; kitchen roll top desk; pine 2 door lectibles. See last week’s Grass & Grain for complete listing. ANNABELLE CROSS Auction Conducted By Thummel Real Estate & Auction Beloit , Kansas ¥ 785-738-5933 Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008 Page 5 The next three are from Marcia Emig, Goodland: Millie Conger, Tecumseh: GREEN ENCHILADAS Heat In Parked Cars Can Be Deadly For Children ZESTY GRILLED VEGGIES Cheese sauce: STILLWATER, Okla. — Al- "When parents and care- that you will need at your next children in the car. These can 1 1/2 pounds zucchini, cut diag- 1/2 pound Velveeta cheese though it can be tempting for givers get home from running stop — for example a purse, easily cause skin burns. Use a onally into 1/2” thick slices 1 small can evaporated milk parents and other caregivers errands, check to make sure all your lunch, gym bag or brief- light covering to shade the 3 red peppers, cut into 1/2- 1 can cream of chicken soup to leave young children in a children are out of the car," she case — on the floor of the seat of a parked car. inch wide strips 1 small can chopped green car while they run into the said. "As tempting as it may be backseat where the child is "If a child is left in a hot 3 yellow peppers, cut into chiles store for a quick errand, it can to leave a sleeping child in the sitting. This simple act could car for any dangerous amount 1/2-inch wide strips Filling: be a deadly mistake. car while you unload groceries help prevent you from acci- of time, the first thing to do is 1/4 cup zesty Italian dressing 1 pound ground meat The temperature in a or other packages, it simply dentally forgetting a child. call 911 for help," Richardson 1/4 cup grated Parmesan 1/2 cup chopped onions parked car, even one with the isn’t safe to do so." • Be especially careful if said. "Take the child out of the cheese 1/2 pound cheddar cheese, windows rolled down, in- To help prevent heat-re- you are dropping off infants car and if he is alert, give him creases rapidly, said Debbie lated deaths and injuries in or children at day care and some cool water. If he’s not Preheat grill to medium shredded Richardson, Oklahoma State the car, follow these sugges- that is not part of your normal breathing or has no pulse, ad- heat. Place vegetables in Salt & pepper to taste University Cooperative Ex- tions by Safe Kids USA: routine. Have your day care minister CPR until emergency grill basket and grill 10 min- 1 dozen corn tortillas tension Service parenting as- • Never leave a child in an provider contact you if your help arrives. The heat in Ok- utes or until crisp-tender, 1 can refried beans sistant specialist. This can unattended car, even with the child does not show up on a lahoma can be extreme, so it turning occasionally. Place Microwave on medium the cheese sauce ingredi- still occur on relatively mild windows open. day he or she is expected. is vital for parents and care- in large bowl and add dress- days with temperatures in the • Teach children not to Also, make sure to check givers to be aware of the pos- ing; toss to coat. Sprinkle ents, stirring frequently. In a skillet, brown meat and 70 or 80 degree range. play in or around cars. the temperature of the car sible dangers a child can face with cheese. "When the outside temper- • Always lock car doors seat surface and safety belt if left unattended in any ***** onions. Add beans and ched- dar cheese. Stir well. Fill tor- ature is 80 degrees, the inside and trunks, even at home, and buckles before restraining vehicle." PEACHES & CREAM PIE tillas with meat mixture and of a vehicle can reach deadly keep keys and remote entry 48 Vanilla Wafers, finely roll. Place rolled tortillas in temperatures of 125 degrees devices out of children’s Free Weekly Recipe Available Online crushed, about 1 1/2 cups within an hour. If it is 93 de- reach. greased baking dish. Pour Included as part of Grass & Grain’s website is a “Free Weekly crumbs grees outside, the internal car • Watch children closely cheese sauce over and bake Recipe.” You need not be a subscriber to view this recipe. Go to 1/3 cup butter, melted temperature can jump to 125 around cars, particularly 30 to 45 minutes at 350 de- www.grass and grain.com and at the bottom left click on Our 3/4 cup boiling water degrees in just a matter of when you are loading and un- Daily Bread Free Weekly Recipe. grees. Serve with lettuce, 4-ounce package orange gel- minutes," Richardson said. loading. THIS WEEK’S RECIPE: FRESH BLACKBERRY COBBLER tomatoes, black olives, salsa, atin "When left in a hot vehicle, a • Beware of child-resistant chopped onions. Enjoy! FROM SANDY HILL, ESKRIDGE 2 cups ice cubes young child’s core body tem- locks. Teach older children ***** perature can increase three how to disable the driver’s 1 1/2 cups whipped topping Sandy Hill, Eskridge: 2 fresh peaches, peeled & to five times faster than that door locks if they unintention- 7-VEGETABLE SALAD of an adult. This extreme heat ally become entrapped in a JULY chopped 1 3/4 cups fresh cauliforets Mix crumbs and butter can cause permanent injury vehicle. 1 1/4 cups chopped cucumber or death." • Check to make sure all “Our Daily Bread” and press onto bottom and up 1 cup sliced celery sides of a 9-inch pie plate. Extreme heat affects in- children leave the vehicle 1/2 cup quartered cherry fants and small children dis- when you reach your destina- Stir boiling water into dry Recipe Contest Prize tomatoes proportionately. Heat can tion. gelatin mix in medium bowl 1/4 cup julienned green pep- quickly overwhelm their • Do not overlook sleeping with wire whisk until com- pers small body and affect the infants or toddlers. Get in the AMERICANA SPIRIT OF pletely dissolved. Add ice 1/4 cup julienned sweet red body’s ability to regulate tem- habit of checking the back cubes, stir until gelatin is pepper perature. seats. Put a note, sign or ob- AMERICA WALL HANGING slightly thickened. Remove 2 tablespoons sliced green In the last 10 years, there ject near the driver’s seat as a Country-style accent bursting with patriotism. This any unmelted ice. Add onions have been at least 365 chil- reminder or place something wooden wall hanging resembles a bunting and can whipped topping and stir 1/4 cup fat-free salad dressing dren nationwide, most of be hung from its metal wire. until well blended. Gently In a large bowl combine whom were age 3 and Measures 23 1/2” x 14 1/2” x 1/4”. stir in peaches. Refrigerate all the vegetables. Drizzle younger, died after being left LIFETIME 15 minutes or until gelatin with dressing and toss to in a hot vehicle. Eleven of TANK COATINGS The winner each week is 2. Be sure your name, ad- mixture is thick enough to Stop all leaks in steel & con- coat. Yield 5 servings. these tragedies have occurred selected from the recipes dress and phone number crete, prevent rust forever. Roof mound. Spoon into crust. Re- ***** in Oklahoma. printed. are on the entry. Please in- frigerate 3 hours or until set. coatings for tar paper, composi- tion shingles & metal buildings. clude a street address with Store in refrigerator. Anyone can apply all coatings. Send us your favorite your recipe entries. A post ***** Fix it and forget it. Let us send recipe. It may be a main office box number is not CITRUS ASPARAGUS AGRICULTURAL you complete information. dish, leftover, salad, side sufficient for prize delivery. dish, dessert, or what-have- Allow 3-4 weeks for delivery. 2 cups water VIRDEN PERMA-BILT CO. 3. Send it to: Woman’s Page 1 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed Box 7160GG 2821 Mays St. you. TECHNOLOGY 1. Check your recipe care- Editor, Grass & Grain, Box & cut into 2” pieces 806-352-2761 1009, Manhattan, KS 66505. AMARILLO, TEXAS 79114-7160 fully to make certain all in- 1 tablespoon orange juice OR e-mail at: www.virdenproducts.com gredients are accurate and [email protected] 1 tablespoon olive oil FIELD DAY 2008 Farm & Ranch Service Since 1950 instructions are clear. 2 teaspoons grated orange peel 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper TUESDAY,AUGUST 5, 2008 In a skillet bring water to a boil. Add asparagus, cover 9:00 am - 4:00 pm and cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Drain and immediately place Airport & Expo Grounds asparagus in ice water. Drain, Great Bend, Kansas pat dry and put in a bowl. In a bowl, whisk the orange juice, Plan to attend one of the largest agricultural oil, orange peel and lemon technology field days staged in the high plains pepper. Pour over asparagus area. We expect the 2008 field day to be no and toss to coat and serve. ***** different than in past years with many of the same sponsors and several new ones. This event features a ‘Ride and Drive’ opportunity for “R.J.” Black attendees, demonstrations, exhibits, and STANDING educational sessions which all provide an opportunity to learn about ag technology from the MAMMOTH companies who developed it and the farmers who use it. This year’s show will feature the latest in planter and sprayer technology. Worman’s New developments with autosteer including harness shop automatic turning will be available. Chaps & Chinks Registration information can be found Mule Saddles at the website or by phone. Custom Harness Please register in advance. Repair Harness & Saddles www.ksagresearch.com M.E. (Jack) Worman or call Bob Wolf at 785-532-2935 525 N. Kipp Rd. Salina, Kansas 67401 Location - Great Bend, KS 785-823-8402 Experience the latest technology for your farming program. CONSTRUCTION & FARM TOY AUCTION SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 — 9:30 AM Hartter Auction Center, 1002 S. Old Hwy 75 SABETHA, KANSAS Web site with pictures & printable catalog: www.hartterauction.com EARLY BIRD AUCTION Starting at 9:30 am 60 Belt buckles; Banks; Few construction toys; Other farm toys & misc. Catalog Auction, 364 lots Starts after the Early Bird Auction See last week’s Grass & Grain for complete listing. Auction Conducted By Hartter Auction Service Sabetha, Kansas 785-284-2590 or 284-2643 Page 6 Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008

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For pictures visit We offer: www.holtonlivestock.com click on auctions Excellent Advancement Opportunities DON GIVENS, SELLER Vision and Dental Insurance For More Information Contact Karen 785.554.3357 Blue Cross Health Insurance HARRIS AUCTION SERVICE Paid Vacation HOLTON, KS ¥ 785-364-4114 LARRY HARRIS 785-249-4236 Florence Manufacturing is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace. CLERKS: JJ CASHIER & KRISTI DOHL Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008 Page 7 project. She and the board support them. My role is been helped by the Myerses Ministry tends to farmers members keep the ministry very small; I pray for these and by the support received going because they know people every single day.” from the Adopt a Farm Min- CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. have hit again.” ter how humiliating it may they’re doing God’s work. Haskell said she sees the istries. They are affirmed by (AP) — For the past 20 Agencies exist to help seem, you are not the only “We would like to see results of her efforts. the testimonies that their years, Peter and Mary Myers farmers with crop and live- one. There are many of us more people know there is a “I know it’s working,” she work is valuable and help- of Sikeston have devoted stock losses, but the Adopt a who have gone through sim- God who loves them and said. “I have testimonies ing do God’s work. themselves to the ministry Farm Ministry focuses on ilar situations. Do what you cares if we could reach from families who have “You can’t beat that.” of uplifting and helping the farm families’ spiritual legally can to survive and more people,” Myers said. farm and ranch families. needs and encouragement. your dignity will remain in- “We can’t see or touch God Peter was the deputy sec- The ministry distributes tact. I faced those judging unless we really understand retary of the U.S. Depart- prayer requests among its stares at the welfare office.” the whole concept of spirit. ment of Agriculture during membership. It also helps It just helps to have A touch from somebody else the Reagan administration families find information prayer and encouragement who really cares, just to say and later became a Missouri and helps them financially to keep trying and not give I am sorry, I love you, God state representative. whenever possible. up, encouraging younger loves you, means a lot.” A drought in the South “The best thing for peo- farmers to stay in farming, Board member Marsha and high interest rates in ple are cards and notes and even if they have to rent the Haskell of Cape Girardeau 1986 and 1987 led Mary phone calls of encourage- land and work an outside said she became involved Myers to search for some- ment,” Myers said. “It job, “just hold onto it rather with the ministry because thing to offer farm and means so much to people.” than sell out completely,” she respects farmers’ perse- ranch families beyond the In a letter to Mary Myers, Myers said. Farmers need to verance and hard work. Too 22 USDA hot lines that were Janise Harbert, a farm wife be uplifted and know how many people, she said, take established. Her interest in Texas, describes how dev- important their work is. for granted the country’s In the meat goat show at the Tri County Fair, judge Bill led to the founding of Adopt astated her family was at The multi-denomination- abundance of safe food and a Farm Family of America the prospect of losing the al ministry runs on dona- water sources. Toews selected Harley Zonker, left, as the grand and the publication of its farm and starting over. Har- tions from churches, busi- “Think about it from a champion entry while Laura Unruh, right, earned magazine, “The Sower,” bert said she was even more nesses and individuals, and business perspective,” reserve champion honors. with a startup donation bewildered when, after the times are tough for it as well Haskell said. “Farmers face from the DuPont Corp. The family pulled through, as for those it seeks to sup- challenges people in busi- tax-exempt ministry is a na- Myers had suggested she port. Myers said she would ness really don’t. So much is CONSIGNMENTS WANTED tional one with a board write an encouraging note love for a church to take the unpredictable. It’s very im- made up of both local peo- to other farmers and ranch- ministry on as a mission portant we do all we can to Countrywide Tractor & Auction ple and those from other ers. She writes: Demand is the Best its Been in Years! states, and is based in the “I first thought I had no Turn Your Tractors, Trucks, Construction Equipment, Myers’ home in Sikeston. sound advice. Then I began Farm Equipment, Landscape Equipment The group and The thinking back to the terrify- AUCTION & Miscellaneous into Cash! Sower are celebrating their ing times and thought yes, I SATURDAY, AUGUST 23 — 10:00 AM 20th anniversary this year. can offer some advice: Don’t Competitive Commissions. Trucking Available. Fenced “What a year to cele- isolate yourself from others. Matt Samuels Community Building. lot. Live Internet Bidding At Proxibid.com. Experienced brate,” Mary said. “Floods Reach out for help, no mat- 110 S. Jefferson — EUREKA, KANSAS Sales Reps. Rental Sales Daily. Just A Few Reasons For You To Consign Your Equipment. The corner of Jefferson and River Rd. (Hwy 54) in Eu- CHASE COUNTY - FLINT HILLS reka, Kansas. Auction held on our lot located just East of - BUCK CREEK 191st & 169 Hwy., Spring Hill, KS 3 TRACTS- 120A, 39A, & 38A 845 +/- ACRES This is a rare chance to purchase a piece of beau- Wednesday, August 27, 9:30 AM AUCTION tiful Greenwood County land on the open market. Ad Deadline: Mon., August 11 THURSDAY, AUGUST 7 — 7:00 PM DON’T PASS UP THIS OPPORTUNITY. Open: Mon.-Fri. 8-5, Sat. 8-Noon Community Bldg., Swope Park SOLD IN 5 SEPARATE TRACTS OFFICE: 913-592-2004 COTTONWOOD FALLS, KANSAS WALLACE R. HALL REVOCABLE TRUST & www.countrywidetractor.com TRACT 1-120 ACRES. Cropland, bluestem high country, Spring ANITA HALL REVOCABLE TRUST - OWNER Fed Buck Creek 1/2 mile off Scenic ByWay, recreational with ag production. Property located 1 3/4 miles south of Cottonwood Falls www.sundgren.com on Hwy 177 to Buck Creek Rd, west/southwest 1 mile. Joe Sundgren Jeremy Sundgren ESTATE AUCTION TRACT 2-39 ACRES. 2.7 miles west of tract 1. Rolling hills on Broker and Auctioneer Auctioneer SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 — 9:30 A.M. upper Buck Creek. Wildlife abounds. 316-377-7112 316-377-0013 Location: From 16 Hwy In DENSION, KS, 1 Mile South On W TRACT 3-38 ACRES. Located across road from Tract 2. Bluestem Road To 182 Road, West 1/2 Mile. pasture watered by pond and upper Buck Creek. High country on west meet valley on the east. Wildlife habitat. CAR Cookstove; Refrigerator/ 1994 Cadillac Sedan Deville, Freezer, White; Lot Of Christ- Call for showing. Wonderful opportunity for small acreage in AUCTIONEERS - REALTORS 4d, 180,000 Miles. mas Decorations; File Cabi- big country. 218 East Central ¥ El Dorado, Kansas 67042 MACHINERY & SHOP ITEMS nets; Book Cases; Misc Books; See terms, pictures @ www.emporia.com/griffin www.sundgren.com ¥ [email protected] Dixon Zero Turn Mower, 12 Hutch; Misc. Lamps; Misc Hp, 42" Deck; Murray 3.5 Hp Kitchen Supplies & Utensils; GRIFFIN REAL ESTATE & AUCTION SERVICE LC Push Mower; Ferguson TO20 Maytag Washer, Newer; 305 Broadway Cottonwood Falls, Ks. Tractor; AC C Tractor/ At- Whirlpool Dryer, Older; White Rick Griffin, Broker and Auctioneer tached Hyd. Log Splitter; JD Bedroom Set/ Desk & Chest Of Office 1-866-273-6421 ¥ Cell 620-343-0473 #5 7' Sickle Bar Mower; Dear- Drawers; Coffee Table; End Ta- born 3 Pt. 2 Btm Plow;Fergu- bles; Antique Shelves; Gun son 3 Pt 6' Blade; Dearborn 8' Cabinet; Montgomery Ward 3 Pt Disk, Adjustable; 9' Wheel 28"X18" Safe; Lot Of Blankets; Disk; Dearborn 3 Pt. Planter; Misc. Pictures; Many, Many AUCTION Other Household & Shop Items Misc Cattle Panels; Older 3 Pt. 5' Rotary Mower; 3 Pt. Carryall; Not Mentioned. TUESDAY, AUGUST 5 — 6:00 PM Horse Drawn Plow; David Due to tornado damage to my shed I will sell the following Bradley 7'x14' 4 Wheel Wagon; ITEMS CONSIGNED BY items at public auction at my home located from the 15 and Homemade Table Saw; (2) FAMILY MEMBERS 24 intersection in CLAY CENTER, KANSAS, 5 miles North on Bench Grinders, 1 Newer; B&D TSC 3 Pt. PTO Seeder; Highway 15 to 23rd Road then 1/4 mile East. Cutoff Saw; Small Meat Portable Cement Mixer/ Elec- Grinder/ Elec Motor; Small tric Motor; Weber Charcoal CAMPER & BOAT - SELL LAST Grain Grinder; Ryobi Mini Gas 1981 Mobile Traveler 18 ft. single axle gooseneck self-contained Grill; 2 Pt Fast Hitch Hyd. Log Tiller, Like New; Reddy Heater Splitter/ Large Cylinder; Pto camper trailer with commode, shower, refrigerator, stove & sinks, Kerosene Space Heater; Mil- runs off of 110V, 220V and propane, sleeps 4, has brand new 7.00 Hyd. Pump; 3 Pt Carryall; 2 waukee Hd Grinder/Sander; Row 3 Pt Springtooth Cultiva- 15LT tires, tows very easy, was pulled by a small 4 cylinder pick- Power Kraft Drill Press; An- tor; Stainless Steel Sink/ up; 6x16 ft. flat bottomed army green 4 person john boat with nice tique Tire Bead Breaker; Small Hummingbird LCR fish finder and Back Track boat trailer w/hand Hand Grinder; Small & Large Counter Top; Several Wood winch, ball hitch, lights and implement jack, always shedded, very Vise; Hand Sprayer; Air Bub- Pop Crates & Older Pop Bot- nice unit; 1981 Gamefisher 15 HP boat motor; Eagle silent sixty ble; Antique Yale Chain Hoist; tles (Pepsi, Coke, Dr. Pepper, one 12V fish finder. Antique Homelite Water Pump; 7up); Stihl Ms 290 Chain Saw; Tappan Microwave; Sansui TV; GOOD SHOP TOOLS - SELL FIRST Antique Boat Motor, Small; Wheel Barrow; 54" Round Hd Rubbermaid Truck Tool Box; Wards Powercraft 220V arc welder, continuous amp control from 3.5 Ton Floor Jack; Old Set 25 to 295 amps, has long leads, VG; 110V air compressor; nice Welding Table/Vise; Battery Golf Clubs; HD 3/4" Industrial chain saw sharpener w/4” disc; Delta 8 1/4” benchtop compound Charger; Misc Fans; Many Drill; Sanborn Black Max 3hp miter saw, excellent; Delta 6” variable speed benchtop Misc Hand Tools; Phoenix Air Compressor; HD Black jointer/planer; 1 HP router; lg. Sears tool box w/10 drawer top box Electric Dryrod Oven (Elec- and 5-drawer base, has keys, VG; lg. 9-drawer top tool box; sm trode Stabilizer); Misc Welding Hawk Floor Jack Rod; HD Hand Press; Round dia. Allied tap and die; pneumatic sawzall, ratchet, and drill; deep Spinner Bolt Rack; Marquette BOAT, TRAILERS & well impact sockets; many other sockets, most tools are 150 Welder, Older, Works MOTORCYCLE Craftsman or other good brands; tubing wrenches; crows feet; lots Good; Water Pump/ Gas En- Tracker Guide L14 V Bottom of good open and box end wrenches up to 2”; ft. # torque wrench; gine; Smaller Generator/ Gas Boat/ Trailer, 2002 Yamaha 40 Craftsman paint gun; winch; lots of other misc. shop tools; Victor Engine; Acetylene Cutting Hp Outboard, Evinrude Scout acetylene torch w/2 sm. tanks; 11”x13”x32” heavy tool box; weld- Torch/ Bottles; Large Bolt Cut- Trolling Motor/ Foot Controls, ing rod; 100’ fish tape to string wire through conduit; wooden work ters; Misc Oak Lumber; Sears Eagle Depth Finder, Nice Boat; bench; several CBs. Garden Seed Planter/ Plates; Grosshaul 16' Gn Dump Trailer, MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS - APPROXIMATELY 6:30 PM Misc T Posts; 12' Aluminum Elec/Hyd Cyl, Grain Sides/ Jamestown pellet stove, 11 yrs. old; like new JD snow blower for Ladder; Iron Shop Table. Stock Racks, Hd Built, 3 Axle, John Deere XL 277 riding mower, belt driven, directional spout; HOUSEHOLD GOODS 15,000 GVW; HD 8x14 older MW front tine tiller, works; shotgun shell reloader with 9mm, Antique Toy; Dressers & Chest Bumper Hitch Trailer, 2 Axle; 357 and 4570 dies; decorative metal powder horn; Model 346H LB Of Drawers; Beds; Wood Oval 1984 Harley Davidson Sport- White overhead propane heater; homemade 6 ft. blade; heavy 4 Table & Chairs, Nice; Gas ster, Runs, Needs Brake Work. wheel dolly cart; old batteries; ball hitch for mower to move trailers. Visit www.holtonlivestock.com For Pictures TERMS: Cash or good check day of sale. Not responsible for accidents. Snacks Provided By Denison RP Ladies Group & Christian Youth Group CLERK: Clay County Bank, 2271 23rd Rd., Green, KS 67447 VERNON & LOU BARROW ESTATE CHARLES (CHUCK) SCHEER, SELLER For More Information Contact Karen 785-554-3357 Auction Conducted by: Kretz, Hauserman, Bloom Auction Service HARRIS AUCTION SERVICE Greg: 785-926-4422 Cell: 785-630-0701 HOLTON, KS Dan Harris 785-364-7137 Gail: 785-632-3062 Cell: 785-447-0686 Clerks: Cindy Grollmes, Jennifer Herring Chad: 785-632-5824 Cell: 785-632-0846 Page 8 Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008

Jerry was a nice guy. A ing — and friendly put to go home early, he would By Val Farmer hard working rancher. He down talk. Jerry bragged get caught up in the social was a pretty decent dad up his buddies and they pressure and end up clos- when he was around. He conned him back. Every- ing the place down. would argue that he wasn’t body made each other feel A painful admission. much different than a lot of good. They’d laugh at each Jerry’s drinking started to Rural Life other guys and he would be other’s jokes and stories get to him. He became right. and make fun of those not more irritable and obnox- For a few years Carol ig- in their group. ious. He had some black- Drinking buddies promote nored and covered up the If one of his buddies outs that scared him. He problem. She was self-con- would get a little out of kept telling himself he was- big lie, “everything is OK” scious that her marriage hand, Jerry would mini- n’t an alcoholic because he had problems. She would mize the drunkenness with wasn’t as bad as the town Jerry fought with his to go home early which he wasn’t in any mood for think to herself, “What is comments like, “He sure drunk. He’d look at his wife Carol about his right ignored and resisted. Usu- lovemaking when Jerry wrong with me that he has knows how to have a good friends and other heavy to go out and be with his ally their nights out togeth- came home drunk. This to be gone so much? Why time,” or, “He’s not feeling drinkers and think to him- friends. He didn’t like er ended with conflict created some resentments does he always have to be any pain.” The guys at the self, “Everybody else is Carol telling him what to about his drinking which and soon they were avoid- at the bar?” Rough and Ready went to handling it, so I must be OK do. He’d find an excuse and he defended vigorously. ing and blaming each The drinking buddies. great lengths to down-play too.” head out to the “Rough and Marriage problems. Soon other. What was so special about their drunkenness. Finally the bouts of self- Ready” bar. Carol stopped going with Carol became convinced the Rough and Ready? It A group would get to- pity, depression, marital If they went there as a him and stayed home. Jerry had a problem with was a drinking man’s bar gether and buy each other arguments and a “DUI” couple — something Carol When Jerry would come drinking but he would have with only about a fifth of rounds. Jerry felt the pres- ticket convinced him he wasn’t thrilled with — home late, usually more no part of it. Carol tried to the patrons being female. sure to keep up with the had a problem. It was a big Jerry would gab and gos- than a little drunk, they get him to limit his drink- It was loud and noisy with a rest and to pay back any fa- step because giving up his sip with his friends and had words. The main argu- ing to three beers. The few lot of whooping and holler- vors. Even when he wanted Continued on page 9 leave her alone while he ments were about his times Jerry agreed, it did- enjoyed everyone’s compa- drinking, his friends or his n’t work out and Carol’s ny but hers. She would ask being gone so much. Carol worries intensified. Deals on Wheels at Dick Edwards

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Team Roping www.beeffest.com MANHATTAN, KANSAS (Rain location will be Hatcher Arena) 620-344-3849 Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008 Page 9 drinking would mean giv- dies promoted a big lie, by sending a check or Prepare for crop seeding with germination tests ing up his drinking bud- “That everything is OK,” money order for $9.50 to: Producers should always seeds 5 to 7 days later. That days, then remove and place dies. He didn’t know what and, “Nobody is doing Honey, I Shrunk the Farm, do a germination test on will work after September 1, upright at room tempera- he would do for friends if nothing wrong.” The Preston Connection, their seed wheat, but it is es- but may not work on all vari- ture for an additional 5 to 7 that happened. It had been If you go into a bar like PO Box 1135, Orem UT pecially important this year eties earlier in the summer. days. At the end of this 10 to years since he ran with a the Rough and Ready, 84059. with scab being prevalent in Many varieties need a 12 day period, unroll the non-drinking crowd. He Jerry won’t be there. He For Val Farmer’s new so many fields. Most are fa- longer period of time after paper towels, count the ger- didn’t have much in com- went for help. But you’ll book on marriage, “To miliar with the procedure harvest before they will ger- minated seeds, and calcu- mon with them. He won- others a lot like Jerry still Have and To Hold,” send a for testing germination by minate, or a cold period. late the germination per- dered how his friends there. Don’t be fooled. The check or money order for placing 50 seeds on two To avoid waiting until cent. would treat him if he did good time they are having $14.95 plus $3.95 for ship- moist paper towels, covering September 1 to germination The important point to quit. is not for their friends; it is ping and handling for the with two more moist paper test seed, producers can remember is that wheat But still, his whole for the alcohol. Pure and first book and $2.00 for towels, loosely rolling the place the aforementioned seed needs a cold period to world was coming apart, simple. The “drinking bud- each additional book to JV towels, placing them in an plastic bag (with seed rolled get an accurate germination Carol was threatening to dies” aren’t buddies unless Publishing, LLC, P.O. 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consumers have with the mate call. Is a steak worth Some people think their than a local musician, Dis- product. Sure, it costs more, so many more dollars per everyday decisions cannot ney World can get droves of but it’s worth it. But is it pound? make or break the industry, people to cough up serious always worth it? The ques- If both proteins are but if everyone thought that dough for its theme park tion must be asked and con- readily available, easy to way, then nobody would be and the Hilton often costs tinually evaluated, because prepare and tender, then focusing on the bigger pic- more for a one-night stay if beef ever loses that ap- there is one last factor in ture. You probably don’t than a whole week at a peal, it’s in a world of trou- that decision: taste. Re- raise enough cattle to sup- poorly managed motel. Peo- ble. search keeps telling us, ply even one grocery store ple like to get what they pay Today’s marketplace is people purchase beef for for the entire year, but you for. different than it was a the distinct flavor for which raise enough to feed one With retail beef, con- decade ago. In 1998, the av- there is no substitute. consumer several times. All sumers are paying more— erage retail price for chick- Intramuscular fat, or it takes to leave a bad taste way more today than they en was $1.50 per pound (lb.), marbling, is where that in their mouths is a bad eat- were 10 years ago. They’ll compared to $2.50 for beef. taste comes from. The more ing experience, just one shell out additional cash Pork was just slightly less marbling, the higher the time. for the unmatched flavor, than beef. Ten years later, quality grade; the higher If you’ve ever had slow but it must be better than that value difference has the quality grade, the bet- service at a restaurant or other competing proteins been amplified. Beef used ter flavor of that beef. If the bought a loaf of stale bread, every time. That’s why it Proving beef’s worth to come in at a price 64% beef industry can’t produce you likely remember that. should matter to every beef By Miranda Reiman your cupboards are stocked higher than chicken and enough of what the average The next time you opt for a producer: you don’t want People often measure with those from a brand- now it’s 128% more. It’s 31% meat-eating grocery shop- different eating establish- that next time to be the value by their expecta- name department store. higher than pork. per wants, it’s bound to feel ment. You buy a different time they decide it’s not tions. The bottom line is, Beef producers, packers, the effects of substitution of brand of bread, especially worth it. The bargain bin toolsets you’re willing to pay more distributors, restaurants cheaper choices. if you find one that’s less Next time in Black Ink, are OK for folks with occa- for an item if you know it’s and retailers are asking the That’s why it’s the re- expensive and delivers sat- Steve Suther will look at sional need, but your own worth it. next person down the line sponsibility of every cattle- isfaction. weaning and what comes shop bench is lined with Even a routine Saturday to pay more for their prod- man to pay attention to the Meeting those expecta- next. Questions? Call toll-free Snap-On® and Craftsman®. night out on the town could uct than the competing pro- kind of product that leaves tions is the important part. at 877-241-0717 or e-mail After all, they have to illustrate that point. Buck’s tein. That eventually trick- the farm or ranch. When it That’s why mega-stars can mreiman@certifiedangus- stand up to a lot of heavy Steakhouse might be a bit les down to the consumer comes to beef demand, charge more for a concert beef.com. use. pricier than the local drive- who has to make the ulti- everybody’s in it together. You might buy a set of in, but the food and atmos- dishes at the “dollar store” phere keep you coming because they’ll last long back. enough for your teenager to The beef industry relies AUCTION get through college, but on the “value association” SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 - 9:00 A.M. Location: 4-H Building, 710 W. Woodside MCPHERSON, KS. AUCTION Watch for Signs CAMPER pet in a case; Miniature out- THURSDAY, JULY 31 — 6:30 P.M. 1976 Invader 23' Goose- board motor w/box; Dodge neck Camper, sleeps 4, fair Ram hood ornament; Oliver, 1701 North Main, NEWTON, KANSAS condition. Case & Jayhawk instruction 3 Bay Car Wash, 75’ x 171’ Lot, 34’ x 67’ Brick & Metal HOUSEHOLD & manuals; McPHERSON MEMORABILIA - Case full of Building, upgraded equipment, zoned General Commercial Wick Buildings can customize design your building MISCELLANEOUS to meet your needs and expectations. Whether it be a Round oak drop leaf table small advertising items; Trade with 6 chairs; Maytag washer store tokens; Maltby Under- MIDWEST LAND SPECIALISTS, INC. recreational vehicles or farm equipment, & dryer (gold); Gibson small taking & Furniture tray; McPherson Dairy calendar; Vern Koch Auctioneer/Realtor Wick has a building that’s just right for you. chest freezer; Oak dresser with mirror; Serpentine front Peters Lumber Co. ther- 316-283-6700 ¥ 316-772-6318 D.J. CARPENTER BUILDING SYSTEMS oak dresser; Oak rocking mometer; Opera House chair; Green wicker desk & photo; Birds eye view of 709 B PECAN CIRCLE chair; Wicker chair & rocking McPherson; Block print of MANHATTAN, KS 66502 chair; Table lamps; Cessna Opera House & Court House (785) 537-9789 Air Craft hall tree; Round oak by Salvador Estrada; Early TARPS table & chairs; Mission oak McPherson County framed Protect that valuable grain from wind and rain! 408 CIRCLE ROAD buffet; 1930's side board; maps; Photos of All Schools • Vinyl coated polyester tarps protect better and last 5 times SILVER LAKE, KS 66539 Stick & Ball rocking chair & Day & Main Street McPher- marble slate top parlor table; son; Old McPherson post longer than poly tarps. 405 Walter Road - Mazomanie, WI 53560 (785) 582-0530 Round primitive table; Piano cards; Notebooks full of base- 1-800-356-9682 - www.WickBuildings.com Authorized Wick Builder • Get the size you need: custom sizes, shapes and colors. bench; Iron leg chair; Zinone ball cards & football cards; • We also make replacement tarps for roll-over systems. www.carpenterbuildings.com table with writing desk; Glider Sports books; Magazines & Give us a call: 1-888-825-5280 rocker; Single bed with mat- Team Pennants; 1930 High tress & box springs; 2 chest School baseball team photo; We also have sun shades and awnings of drawers; End tables couch; JD airplane & truck bank; 3 piece 1950's bedroom set; Lindsborg barrel bank; Post ASH ENTERPRISES, INC • SALINA, KS AUCTION Card table & chairs; Swivel office truck bank; McPherson 1-888-825-5280 SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 — 10:00 A.M. rockers; Coffee table; Air puri- Court House bank; Conoco fiers; Bookcase; Rocker re- truck bank; Several metal, 405 Fowler, MAPLE HILL, KANSAS cliner; Lamps; 19” color TV; glass, cast iron & pottery Home sells at 12:00 p.m. Bar Stools; Sewing cabinet; banks; Pepsi Cola bank; READY TO LOAD FOR YOU Curio cabinet; China cabinet; Charles Rogers print; Chil- AUTO rotisserie oven, VCR, animal Small microwave; Many dren’s animal prints; Max 1975 Buick Convertible trans- carriers, enamel canner, kitchen items. Ebaugh pottery rooster; Orig- mission rebuilt, needs more Tupperware, Corelle dishes, COLLECTIBLES inal painting by Bob Smith (R work. books, stuffed toys, small baby Old pedal car; Jewel tea Bolton Smith). Craftsman mower LT4000 14hp crib, salon table top hair dryers. pitcher; Tea pot & salt & pep- COINS & TOYS 42" cut, MTO mower 11 hp 32" COLLECTIBLES; Large gold per; Pink depression pieces; cut, yard tools, tarps, garden framed beveled mirror, Fire Clear glass platters; Hull Morgan & Peace silver dol- hose, bow saw, trash cans, King, 8 place set Rogers Bros. vase; Royal Ruby vases; Car- lars; Commemorative half yard trailer, trouble light, fire pit, in case, large set oakleaf glass- nival glass candle holder & dollars; Proof sets; Mint sets; shop vac, hand tools, lawn ware, large ornate silver chest, bowl; Milk glass; Hammered 1954 silver half dollar closing chairs, battery charger, kids set of eight green goblets, aluminum items; Fostoria set; Commemorative sets; bikes, fishing equip., camping t many pieces of Ruby glass, lots Crystal serving dishes & rel- Buffalo cents; 1909 V.D.B Lin- lanterns, recipercating saw of Milk glass, Carnival glass in ish dishes; Toy China tea set; coln cent; Indian head cents; Painted, built on treated skids with 3/4” plywood floor. (new), battery jumper (new), several colors, butter dishes 12 place set of Temco China; Graded slabbed proof coins (round w/covers), other butter (nice); Silver dollar belt buck- Various sizes available. box fan & old jars. HOUSE- Table clothes; Table runners; HOLD; Sears water softner dishes, Depression glass, Crocheted dollies; Ship wheel le; Silver certificates; Foreign (new), sofa, recliner, 2 new toothpick holders, crock jugs table top lighter; Satin sou- coins; Trade store tokens; overstuffed chairs, glass coffee Western & other, red glass venir pillow case covers; Milk Misc. silver coins; Hartland table & 2 end tables, blond bed, (Avon), large black vase, large cans; 2 cases of jewelry; plastic cowboy horse figures entertainment center, cabinet ceramic cats, trunks newer, old Elgin Ladies gold pocket (Roy Rogers, Annie Oakley, w/shelves, Filter Queen vac., trunk, black candlesticks, watch; Large stamp collec- Daniel Boon, etc.); Windup bookcase full bed w. vanity & English tea pot, Christmas tion; Case tractor watch fob; clown; Wooden blocks; Cast chest of drawers, chest of draw- glasses, 78 records, 8 track Cowboy spurs; Red goose iron toy cannon; Tinker toy ers & vanity, TV's & stands, tapes, cassette tapes, decora- cast iron bank; Dryden salt & set; Marbles; Grace Putnum bookcase bed & vanity, wall tive cans, baskets, pitchers, pepper; Dryden pitcher; 1923 Bye-Lo baby doll; Lionel hangings, suitcases, older Angels, Barbie dolls in original Weller, Hull, McCoy & train set; Children’s toy China sewing machines in cabinet, boxes (Many), Cabbage Patch Shawnee pieces; Bake-a-Lite dishes; IHC combine; MH Clock; Fiestaware 1950's col- GE microwave, oil heater, doll in box, Ken dolls in boxes, Clipper combine; IHC planter; ors; Civil War soldier photo; Hamilton Beach coffee maker & Barbie puzzles, oil lamps, JD tractor; Farmall 560 trac- Hog or Calf Loafing Shelter With Partition Colt pistol grips; Brass mili- can opener (red), toaster oven, Wedding doll couple, music tor; Battery operated Volk- tary powder flask; Philco table fans, bar stools, office chairs, 2 boxes, iron skillets, hat boxes, swagen Bug; Tonka road oil lanterns, stained glass lamp, top radio; Bavaria, German, grader & bull dozer; A-Team hutches, dining table w/4 Nippon hand painted plates, CALL FOR PRICES wooden bowls, crock butter helicopter. chairs, folding chairs, elec. fire- cups & saucers; Several churn, mens suit valet, crock We loan a trailer to haul. place, many table lamps, pieces of Murano glass; LAWN MOWER & TOOLS 12'x30" metal framed pool bowl, 3 gal crock, toys, egg Large Nippon vase; Etched & Murray 12.5 hp 40” cut riding (new), roasters, bedding, many basket, wine set, Jewel Tea cut glass; Precious Moments lawn mower, like new; Fertiliz- pictures, boom box, wall clock pieces, rooster cookie jar, figurines; Precious Moments er spreader; Floor jack; Tool w/shelf, White Mountain elec. 1 teapots, insulators, enamel piggy bank; 3 collector cases boxes; Skil saw; Reciprocat- Complete Horizon and gal ice cream freezer, high pieces (white), iron wheels, roll full of Hot Wheels; Cast iron ing saw; Step ladder; Metal Brinkman carpet plus wallpaper chair, warming tray, elec grill, top desk & old saws. cat & rooster door stop; Trum- shelving; 3 air rifles. and vinyl. Selections in stock AUCTIONEERS NOTE; Lots of boxes unopened so there will Statements made the day of the auction will take prece- and available to order, with be more items than those advertised. dence over advertised statements. ***NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ACCIDENTS*** Lunch Available professional installation. TERMS; Cash or good check, no credit cards. No property removed until settled for. Not responsible for accidents. HAROLD HUSING & OTHERS, SELLERS Lunch & Restroom Available. WILMA BREWER - SELLER SALE CONDUCTED BY Morganville Building & Decorating TRIPLE K AUCTION & REAL ESTATE www.raineauction.com 523 4th Ave., Inman, KS 67546 Roger Clark, Mgr Kevin K. Krehbiel Bill Oswalt AUCTIONEERS Auctioneer/Broker/Appraiser Assisting Auctioneer P.O. Box 17, Morganville, KS 67468 Bill Raine Steve Murray 620-585-6881, 620-386-0650 620-897-6354 785-256-4439 785-765-3655 www.triplekauction.tripod.com Phone 785-926-3374 785-633-4610 785-556-4354 Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008 Page 11 Wildlife and parks posts scheduled hunter education classes online For most hunters, mid- Anyone younger than 16 www.kdwp. state.ks.us, for Atchison, 11/21-11/22 Na- Region 4, southcentral Kansas Wichita, 11/28-11/29 Gan- summer is the time when may hunt without hunter updated course listings. tional Guard Armory. El Dorado, 8/8-8/9 Butler der Mountain. thoughts turn to fall hunt- education certification if Kansas City, 8/7-8/9 Ca- County Extension Office. Wichita, 12/19-12/20 Gan- ing seasons, which begins they are under direct su- Region 2, northeast Kansas bela's. El Dorado, 9/19-9/20 But- der Mountain. with dove season Sept. 1. pervision of an adult 18 or Abilene, 8/16-8/17 Abi- Manhattan, 9/9-9/16 Tut- ler County Extension Of- Wichita, 8/22-8/23 Sports- For first-time hunters, older. lene Community Build- tle Creek State Park Of- fice. man's Warehouse. preparation usually means Hunters 12 years of age ing. fice. El Dorado, 10/10-10/11 Wichita, 9/12-9/13 Sports- taking a hunter education and older may hunt with- Abilene, 10/11-10/12 Abi- Roeland Park, 8/11-8/25 Butler County Extension man's Warehouse. course prior to going out adult supervision pro- lene Community Building. Roeland Park Walmart. Office. Wichita, 11/14-11/15 afield. vided they possess a valid Atchison, 9/26-9/27 Na- Solomon, 9/20-9/21 Solo- Wichita, 10/24-10/25 Gan- Sportsman's Warehouse. In most cases, anyone hunter education certifi- tional Guard Armory. mon City Building. der Mountain. born on or after July 1, cate and the appropriate li- 1957, must successfully censes and/or permits. complete an approved No one younger than age course in hunter educa- 11 can be certified. tion before hunting in The Kansas Department Kansas. of Wildlife and Parks has Those hunting on their scheduled a number of own land are exempt. Any- hunter education courses one 16 or older may pur- to accommodate those who chase a one-time deferral have not yet taken one. The of hunter education, called following is a list of cur- an "apprentice hunting li- rently-scheduled courses. cense," for the same price Others will be scheduled in as a regular hunting li- the future. cense. This license is valid Most courses require only through the calendar pre-registration. Contact year in which it is pur- KDWP’s Pratt Operations chased, and the holder Office, (620) 672-5911, for must be under direct su- names and numbers of pervision of a licensed coordinating instructors, adult 18 or older. or visit the KDWP website, Place Security • Luverne Truck Equipment • DewEze Hay Handling Back Into Towing • Flat Beds • Exhaust Work Myronized Truck Works 35,000-lb. GTW Centralia, KS DROP ‘N LOCKS 785-857-3581

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MEMBER FDIC FARMERS & RANCHERS LIVESTOCK COMMISSION CO., INC. West on Hwy. 140, Salina, KS Phone: 785-825-0211 ¥ Fax: 785-826-1590 www.farmersandrancherslivestock.com SALES MONDAY & THURSDAY HOGS & CATTLE — Every Monday at 10:30 AM CATTLE ONLY — Every Thursday at 10:00 AM Mike Samples, Sale Manager Abilene, Kansas Cell: 785-826-7884 Kyle Elwood, Asst. Sale Manager & Auctioneer Cell: 785-493-2901 Page 12 Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008 Her love for horses was so contagious that within a short time all family mem- Hey Neighbor bers including dad and mom, Pat and Lisa Belsan, developed a strong affection for horses and related activ- ities. "We have nine horses For The Love Of Horses now," Sam notes. "We’re all involved in participating By Frank J. Buchman and helping with horse shows and events, but the best family time with our Horse Love And Knowledge horses is going on trail rides." Passed On By State 4-H Winner As with many horse own- ers, a place to keep their While it may have taken Desire and persistency still compete in every class, mounts has always been a longer than she might have paid off when Sam, as the despite her age." problem. "We’ve had to keep liked to get her own first now 17-year-old horse- Sam’s second horse, a 23- our horses in local stables," horse, this year’s state 4-H woman is referred to by year-old gelding called Red, Sam explains. "However, my Typical of her selfless generosity to spread the word of horse project winner has family and friends, got her was given to the family by an dad is transferring jobs to relished ownership and is first horse, a Paint named uncle shortly after they ac- St. Joseph, Mo., and my par- horses and assist others in learning all about them, anxiously passing that en- Angel, when she was in the quired Angel, and he proved ents have leased an acreage, state 4-H horse project award winner Sam Belsan of thusiasm to others with an seventh grade. to be a top starter-mount as so we now have several of Shawnee County advises her brother, Ryan, 8, about equine interest. "Angel was already 19 well. "Red was more of a our horses there." participating in showmanship competition. "My aunt promised me a years old and the perfect speed horse, but he was kid- Actually, Sam, who’ll be a horse when I was very horse to start with. I showed broke and a lot of fun. It was senior at Washburn Rural our horses are still stabled "My parents are trying to get young, and I never did let her mostly in showmanship, a heartbreaker, especially High School this fall, rotates here, but I go to St. Joe to our home here sold, before her forget it. She thought pleasure and trail at local bad for my brother, when her summer time between help with those horses every our family moves." and hoped I would, but I shows," Sam reflects. "Angel Red died a couple of years Topeka and St. Joe. "Some of three days," she comments. Natural talents, accom- didn’t. I always wanted a has been passed down to my ago," Sam remembers. horse," insists Samantha sister, Cierra, 12, and my Belsan of Topeka. brother Ryan, 8, and they WANTED Introducing — MUELLER HOG SLATS — TRUCK DRIVER With CDL license, good driv- INDIVIDUAL CONCRETE, SELF-SPACING SLATS ing record and able to pass Ideal for remodeling your facility! DOT drug test. Also for new construction. 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PROUD PROGRESSIVE PROVEN “We want to earn the privilege to be your feedyard of choice.” 1164 SE 40 Road ¥ Ellinwood, KS 67526 ¥ 620-564-2200 Cap Proffitt, Manager ¥ www.bartoncountyfeeders.com Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008 Page 13 panied by diligent effort, doing well. He has now fig- with the horse portion of Sam declares. "One boy Horse evaluation compe- fronts. "One of the areas I’ve have paid off for Sam, who’s ured out which are the left Shawnee County Parks & named Grant has been so titions have been an educa- really enjoyed is the agility graduated to younger horses and right leads," she ac- Recreation’s four summer dedicated that he’s won a tional and entertaining part division, and I’ve even of her own and developed knowledges. camps each of the past three couple of purples showing of Sam’s horse project work trained one of my dogs to do winners. "My main show A two-year-old mare is years," she confirms. "I’ve Angel. It was a big thrill for as well. "I really like judg- a musical freestyle program. horse now is Tee, who was also owned, with even greater taught about horse care, him when he got to ride Tee ing," she admits. "Our team One of my objectives with just green-broke when I got expectations. "I’ve only rid- handling, safety, saddling at a lope." was fifth in the state and my horses is to do freestyle him, but he’s making a top den her a couple of times, but and riding." Further expanding horse competed at the American reining," Sam inserts. horse in both English and I intend to make her into a "It really is heartwarm- knowledge to the public, Quarter Horse Youth World Serving many leadership Western competition," she reining horse," Sam states. ing to see how some of these Sam has given many talks on contest in Fort Worth, roles in her Shawnee Riders credits. Originally participating seven to 12-year-old young- the subject, not only to 4-H where I was 10th in perform- 4-H Club, the Shawnee It hasn’t been an easy in open and circuit competi- sters become interested and groups, but to special public ance." Sam placed ninth in- County 4-H Horse Club and road though, as Sam readily tions, Sam’s abilities with attached to horses," Sam library programs and annu- dividually at the state event dog groups, Sam is also recalls when Tee refused her mounts have taken her continues. "One boy named al Farm To You events for this year and was high indi- president of her FFA chap- two jumps in state fair com- to the state fair 4-H show, Chris really became my lit- second graders. "So many vidual in her district FFA ter. "I am keeping records petition. "I sure was a little where they’ll be again this tle buddy and wanted to children don’t have any idea competition. on my horses as part of my upset with my favorite September. "I placed in a help in any way possible, so what it’s like to have to care Border collies have al- vocational agriculture class- horse, especially since my couple of events the past he could be around and ride for an animal. One child ways been an important es too, and will apply for grandparents had flown in two years, but this year I’ll the horses more. Chris real- even thought a cow was a part of Sam’s work, and she’s FFA horse proficiency from Arizona to watch me," be competing in eight class- ly liked Angel, who is a pig," she remarks. collected awards on many Continued on page 14 she reveals. "I was very dis- es, including the snaffle bit black and white; he called appointed, but I realized competition," Sam relates. her the cow." there would be another day. She’s also placed high in Horseless horse projects We worked even harder several classes in the 4-H are included in the 4-H pro- after that." horse show at the American gram, and Sam has become This has been an espe- Royal. quite involved, providing AUCTION cially exciting year for Sam As excited as she is about horses and educating those SATURDAY, AUGUST 9 — 10:00 AM as she’s training a two-year- her own horse achieve- not fortunate enough to old Paint called Riot for ments, Sam is perhaps more have their own horse. Auction will be held at the home located at 608 S. Phillips in snaffle bit competition at enthused about her work "These 4-H members have SALINA, KANSAS the state fair. "I got him as a with others, teaching them such a strong desire to work yearling, and he’s been about horses. 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They are most com- help to slow soybean aphid Extension offices, as well as high school, Sam plans to at- ate all of the sponsorship entomologist Brian McCor- monly found on the under- reproduction, which helps on the university’s entomol- nack discovered soybean side of leaves of early vege- the predators and parasites ogy website at http://www. aphids July 11 in some of his tative plants but may be to keep populations in entomology.ksu.edu/exten Riley County soybean re- found on all parts of late check, he said. Daytime tem- sion. search plots. The aphids vegetative to early repro- peratures need to exceed 97 Information is also avail- had started colonizing — ductive plants. degrees F for a few days, able by contacting Whit- feeding on the soybean Healthy aphid popula- however, to have a negative worth at [email protected] plants — and to produce tions produce enough shiny, impact on aphid popula- or (785) 532-5656 or Phil many young. sticky honeydew to be very tions. 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Auctioneers: Gehling July 29 — Furniture, appli- collectibles & antiques at August 17 — School sur- al Quarter Horse sale at October 25 — Antiques, col- Auctions. ances, household, deco- Maple Hill for Wilma plus, tools, household & Emporia for Cooper lectibles & misc. at Con- November 15 — Late fall rations & misc. at Man- Brewer. Auctioneers: Bill collectibles at Washing- Quarter Horses. Auction- cordia for Larry & Carol machinery auction at hattan for Wilton Thomas Raine Auctions. ton. Auctioneers: Ray- eers: Carey Macy. Morgan & others. Auc- Clay Center. Auctioneers: & Larry & Diane Erbe. August 9 — Real Estate & mond Bott, Lee Holt- October 11 — Quarter tioneers: Larry Lagasse Mugler Auction Service, Auctioneers: Vern Gan- personal property at meier & Luke Bott. Horse foal & riding horse Auction & Real Estate. LLC. non Auctions. Havensville for Larry S. August 21 — Button collec- sale at Alta Vista for October 29 — 18th annual November 23 — Annual fe- July 31 — Lyon Co. real es- & Barbara K. Hefty Es- tion, dolls, furniture & Buchman’s Double B Fink Beef Genetics male sale at Enterprise tate at Allen for Duane & tates. Auctioneers: Cline misc. at Concordia for Ranch. Auctioneers: Den- Angus & Charolais bull for Hedgewood Prairie — Dorothy Mounkers. Auc- Realty & Auction. Joan Demannette & Bue- nis Rezac with Allyn sale at Randolph. Jason & Brooke Wood- tioneers: Hallgren Real August 9 — Tractor, farm lah Nobert. Auctioneers: Thompson & Ron Shivers November 1 — Consign- worth. Estate & Auctions. machinery, shop & power Larry Lagasse Auction & Auctions. ment auction at Lyndon. January 1, 2009 — 24th an- July 31 — Car wash, build- tools, lawn equipment & Real Estate. October 11 — Farm sale E. Auctioneers: Harley nual New Year’s Day con- ing & equipment at New- tools, livestock equip., August 23 — Leather & tack of Agenda for Larry & Gerdes Auctions. signment auction at Lyn- ton for Midwest Land sheds, toys, guns & misc. shop items, antiques & Carol Morgan. Auction- November 6 — Angus fe- don. Auctioneers: Harley Specialists, Inc. Auction- at Scandia for Keith collectibles, general eers: Larry Lagasse Auc- males at Emporia for Gerdes Auctions. eers: Vern Koch Auc- Allen Estate. Auction- household at Clay Center tions. eers: J&L Auctions. for Paul Williams. Auc- August 2 — Consignment August 9 — Auto, mowers, tioneers: Mugler Auction auction at Lyndon. Auc- tools, garden & shop Service, LLC. 2-DAY EQUIPMENT tioneers: Harley Gerdes items, fishing equip., August 23 — Leather shop, Auctions. household, collectibles & household & collectibles August 2 — Wabaunsee Co. misc. at Maple Hill for at Clay Center for Paul Real Estate, Eskridge Wilma Brewer. Auction- Williams. Auctioneers: home & personal proper- eers: Bill Raine Auctions. Mugler Auction Service. ty at Eskridge for LaM- August 9 — Antiques, col- August 23 — Greenwood oyne Converse & Con- lectibles, household & County land at Eureka for SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 — 10:00 AM verse Ranch. Auction- tools at Salina for Barton Wallace R. Hall Revoca- eers: Vern Gannon Auc- Webster Estate. Auction- ble Trust. Auctioneers: SUNDAY, AUGUST 3 — 11:00 AM tions. eers: Bob Thummel Auc- Sundgren Auctions. 2206 Vane Road — JUNCTION CITY, KANSAS tions. August 23 — Tractors, August 2 — Construction & DIRECTIONS: From I-70 Exit 295 travel south 3 miles on Highway 77 to Lyons Creek Road. farm toy, belt buckles at August 9 — Antique furni- campers, truck, farm ma- Go right (West) 4 miles on Lyons Creek Road to Lilly Road. Go right (West) on Lilly Road Sabetha. Auctioneers: ture, books, paper items, chinery, tools, household 2 miles. Lilly Road then becomes 2200 Ave. Continue West approximately 1 mile on 2200 Hartter Auctions. toys, primitives, other an- items, antiques & col- Ave to the Sale Site. WATCH FOR SIGNS. August 2 — Car, household, tiques at Abilene for lectibles at Washington SELLING SATURDAY, AUGUST 2, 2008 AT 10:00 A.M. antiques, collectibles & George & Kay Ethering- for Janet Keller & misc. at Jewell for ton & Carol Baldwin. Rachelle Burrell (David PICK UP, CRAWLER, SKID Spear, 50-Bushel Ground Right Angle Drill, Milwaukee Annabelle Cross. Auc- Auctioneers: Reynolds, Rowland Estate). Auc- STEER & TRAILERS Drive Manure Spreader, Bale HD Rotary Hammer Drill, Lots tioneers: Bob Thummel Mugler & Geist. tioneers: Uhlik Auctions. 1983 1/2 Ton Chevrolet Silver- Feeders & Old Rakes For Iron, Of Cordless Drills, Drill Bits, ado 10 Pickup, 350 V8, AT, John Deere 30/40 Series Tool B&D 5” Hand Grinder, 2 Gas August 9 & 10 — Antiques, August 23 — Real Estate, Real Estate & Auctions. 90,350 Miles, John Deere 450 Box, Northern Star 5 HP Transfer Pumps, Victor Oxy August 2 — Osborne Co. furniture, collectibles & Washington Co. land at Gas Crawler w/5’ Bucket, Power Washer, 1-Cattle Accy Welding Torch w/Bottles, farmland & personal glassware at Council Washington for Janet John Deere 90 Gas Skid Steer Panel, Feeder Panels, Misc Accy Torch Cart, 220v Upright property at Alton for Grove for Wayne & Joan Keller & Rachelle Bur- Loader w/Pallet Fork & 2 Panels, 12-6X10 Kennel Pan- 100 Gal Air Compressor, 100’ Everett & Eda Jean Hil- Gatewood. Auctioneers: rell (David Rowland Es- Buckets, 1993 Trailman 24’ X els, 2-Nursery Pens, 5-Far- USA 300 PSI Air Hose, Sever- dreth Estate. Auction- Hallgren Auctions. tate). Auctioneers: Uhlik 6’ Stock Trailer, Skid Steer rowing Crates, 5-Shenandoah al Pneumatic Impact Wrench- Trailer, 16X6 Tandem Flat Bed Stainless Feeders, 1000 & es, Enerpac Port-A-Power, August 14 — Lyon Co. real Auctions. eers: Wolters Auctions. Trailer,12’X8’ Tandem Flat 300 Gal Plastic Tanks, 200 Chicago Pneumatic Hoists, August 2 — Camper, house- estate at Allen for Duane August 23 — Real Estate, Bed Trailer, Wooden Bed 2 Gal Water Tank, Plastic Water Hydraulic Bead Breaker, hold, collectibles, coins, & Dorothy Mounkes. Auc- fixtures & collectibles at Wheel Trailer. Barrels, 3-100 Gal PU Fuel Omaha 3/4” Drill Press, Wards toys, lawn mower & tools tioneers: Hallgren Real Clifton for The Clifton FARM MACHINERY, Tanks w/Elect Pumps, 300 Gal 1000 Alternator, Homelite 100 at McPherson for Harold Estate & Auctions. Christian Church. Auc- LIVESTOCK EQUIPMENT Fuel Tank w/110v Elect Pump, Gas Engine Water Pump, Col- Husing & others. Auction- August 15 & 16 — Die cast tioneers: Raymond Bott & TOOLS New Roll Of 3/8” Cable, 3’ & 4’ lapsible Ladder/Scaffold, Rolls Of Chain Link Fence, Quick Click Ladder Stand Off, eers: Uhlik Auctions. cars, collectible knives, Realty & Auction. IH 440 Twine Baler, King Cut- Chain Link Fence Posts, Several PU Tool Boxes, August 2 & 3 — Pickup, bronze statues, col- August 27 — Consignment ter 6’ Rotary Mower, 3Pt Land- pride 25-72 Finish Mower, 3Pt Chain Link Fence Slats, 17-7’ 16X6.50 Tire (New), Misc crawler, skid steer, trail- lectible Indian Artifacts at Spring Hill for Coun- Bale Mover, 3Pt Bale Unrolled 2” Pipe Posts, 10-Rolls New Tires, Jack Stands, Egg ers, farm machinery, live- & Arrowhead collections, trywide Tractor & Auc- 3Pt Rhino 8’ Hydraulic Con- Hail Screen, 3-Rolls Hog Hatcher, Gas Powered Chick- stock equipment & tools, rifle scopes & binoculars tion. trolled Cat III Blade, 3Pt Land- Fence, Chicken Wire, Electric en Brooder, Case Of Absor- 4-wheeler, boat, yard & Guns at Douglass. Auc- August 30 — Farm sale, pride 5’ Blade, 3Pt John Deere Fence Insulators, 3/4 Roll Of bine Fly Repellant, Fiebling 40 Roller Chain, Chain Link Saddle Oil, Bolt Bins & Orga- equipment, tools & misc. tioneers: Swenson Real tractors, trucks, machin- 400 Rotary Hoe, 3Pt Tandem Disk, 3Pt 3-Shank Chisel, 3Pt Dog Kennels, Several Igloo nizers, Lots of Bolts, Nuts & at Junction City for Cliff Estate & Auctions. ery & tools N. of Scandia Dog Houses, 2-6000,000 BTU Washers, Cotter Keys, Hose & Cindy Hutchinson. Auc- August 16 — Annual for Gary Goodwin. Auc- 2-Row Lister, 3Pt 1-Row Lis- ter, 3Pt Landpride FS 1000 Torpedo Kerosene/Oil Clamps, Pop Riveters & Riv- tioneers: Larry Lagasse tioneers: Brown Real Es- Hanover Firemans con- PTO Fertilizer Spreader, 3Pt Heaters, All Pro 1000,000 ets, Wheel Barrows, Wrench tate & Auctions. signment auction at Auction & Real Estate. 110 Gal Sprayer, 2-Fimco BTU Torpedo Kerosene Organizers, Parts Wash- August 3 — Antiques & col- Hanover. August 31 — Evans 26th An- Sprayers, Huskee Sprayer, Heater, Makita Power Hack er,11’X20’ Carport Canopy, lectibles at Clay Center August 16 — Farm equip- nual Production Sale EZE Flow Spreader, 40’ 6” Saw, DeWaldt 18V Cordless Fuel Cans, Garden Irrigation Sawzall, Milwaukee HD1/2” Pump w/Hoses. for Phyllis Kerns Estate. ment SW of Marquette for AQHA & ABHA Perfor- PTO Auger, PU Mount Bale Auctioneers: Mugler Auc- Willard Ericson. Auction- mance Breed Horses at SELLING SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 2008 AT 11:00 A.M. tions, LLC. eers: Roger A. Johnson & Emporia for George & 4 WHEELER, BOAT & Calipers, Starrett Line Level, Flyer Red Wagon, Croquet August 4 — Tractors, com- Sons. Sue Evans. Auctioneers: TRAILER, YARD Starrett Surface Gage, T Set, Small Animal Trap, Krups bine, machinery, farm August 16 — Real Estate, Beatty & Wischropp Auc- EQUIPMENT, TOOLS & Squares, Bostich Pancake Air Expresso Maker, Maytag Nep- primitives, tools, trucks, household & collectibles tions. MISCELLANEOUS Compressor, Campbell-Haus- tune Washer, Coleman Camp mower & irrigation at Mayetta for Mr. & Mrs. September 1 — 13th annual Yamaha 450 4WD 4 Wheeler, feld 26 Gal Air Compressor, Stove & Lanterns, Fisher 172 Cutlass GLX Glassman HP Air Hoses, Several Pneu- Stereo System, Wooden Foot- equip. at Geneva, NE for Charles Renfro. Auction- Labor Day consignment Inboard/Outboard Boat w/3.0 matic Nail Guns, Finish Nail- lockers (NIB), Red Devil Gas Ronald & Alice Tatro. eers: Murray Auction & auction at Lyndon. Auc- Mercruiser Motor, All Terrain ers, Staplers, Sander, Stirrer & BBQ Grill, BBQ Smoker, Bird Auctioneers: Schoenholz Realty. tioneers: Harley Gerdes Trolling Motor & Trailer, Boat Spreader, Project Master 10” Bath Heaters, Lots Of Hand Auctions. August 16 — Very lg. assort. Auctions. Motors (2-Mercury & 1-John- Table Saw, Makita 10” Table Tools & Screw Drivers, Box August 4 — Tractors, of Snap On tools & lg. September 1 — Quality son), Mitchell 900 Reel, Gar- Saw, Rockwell 10” Table Saw Bander, Fiberglass Skylight trucks, machinery, shop Snap On tool boxes, lg. as- shop tools, Ham Radio cia Kingfisher Open Face w/Extension & Guides, Crafts- Panels, 8’, 10’ & 12’ Tin Sid- Reel, Power Sport Go Cart man 10” Radial Arm Saw, De- ing, Several Concrete Blan- equipment, tools, irriga- sort. of other tools & equipment at Onaga for (Tecumseh Motor), Honda Waldt 10” Table Saw, Rock- kets, 11’X20’ Carport Canopy, tion equipment, boat & misc. at Concordia for Marcella Fairbanks. Auc- 3813 Riding Mower, Troy Built well 34-010 Chop Saw, Bosch Lots Of Plumbing & Electrical misc. at Sublette for Ed- Tony Eaton. Auctioneers: tioneers: Cline Realty & “Horse” Rear Tine Tiller, True Fine Cut Mitre Saw, Makita Parts, PVC Cement & Primer, ward Frey. Auctioneers: Larry Lagasse Auction & Auction. Value 5HP Front Tine Tiller, 320mm Planer/Jointer, Mil- Sewer Fittings, Electrical Larry Johnston Auctions. Real Estate. September 6 — Fall ma- Mantis Tiller, Jari Monarch 3’ waukee Belt Sander (NIB), Wiring, Outside Conduit, GFI August 5 — Camper, boat, August 16 — Tractors, ma- chinery auction at Clay Cycle Bar Gas Mower, Bolens Craftsman Belt Sander, Receptacles, Light Switches tools & misc. N. of Clay chinery, trucks, truck Center. Auctioneers: Mu- 3 HP Gas Edger, Eager Porter-Cable 2 Speed Router, w/Covers, Wire Nuts, Con- Beaver 2014 Chain Saw, Echo Makita Hand Planer, Buck crete Tools, Fire Hydrant gler Auction Service, Center for Charles parts & misc. at Fall City, Chain Saw, Stihl Gas Hedge Bros Lathe Tools, Wagner Hose, Barn Track Rollers, “Chuck” Scheer. Auction- NE for Property of the LLC. Trimmer, Shindawa Gas Paint Stripper, Crane Co Tile Barn Door Hinges & Handles, eers: Kretz, Hauserman, late Paul O’Grady. Auc- September 6 — Hedge Trimmer, Echo Gas Ext Cutter, MIT 370 Tile Saw, Wet Door & Flashboard Bases, Bloom Auction Service. tioneers: Fleskoski Auc- Farm/recreational land Limb Saw, True Value Lawn Tile Saw, Homelite Concrete Smoke Detectors, 2X4 Brack- August 5 — Lincoln Co. tion. at Washington for The Chief Chipper Shredder, Gas Saw, Coleman Power Mate ets, Stringer Hangers, Shelf land at Sylvan Grove for August 16 — Wabaunsee Ferrell Family Trust. Hand Held Auger, Garden Max 1050 Generator, 8 HP Brackets, Plastic Drop Cloths, Hose, Parts Washer, Victor Gas Water Pump, Concrete Plastic Sheeting, Vent Auctioneers: Raymond Merle D. Burger Trust. Co. pastureland with Welding Torch w/Small Bottles Donkey Cart w/Driver, An- Screens, Padlocks (NIB), Auctioneers: Victor home N. of Alma for Bott Realty & Auction. On Cart, New Drills, Drill Bits, tique Wrenches, Coca Cola AND LOTS AND LOTS OF Brothers Auction. Larry & Elsie Holz. Auc- September 8 — Liquidating Metal Number & Letters Memorabilia (2-Oval Signs, CONSTRUCTION RELATED August 6 — Land-McPher- tioneers: Cline Realty & livestock operation, late Stamp Sets, Dremel Tool, 2-Rectangular Signs), Old ITEMS TOO NUMEROUS TO son County-Top Farms at Auction. model machinery, live- Federal Inside Diameter Tube Type Radios, Radio LIST. McPherson for Farmers August 16 — Tractors, stock equipment, bulk TERMS: Cash or check. Not responsible for accidents. Lunch available. National Co.-Chris Ost- truck, pickup, auto, com- bins & lots of hay near meyer, Agent. bine, header, loader, ma- Longford for Doug & Eve- CLIFF & CINDY HUTCHINSON August 6 — Farm & indus- chinery, grain cart, wag- lyn Matson. Auctioneers: trial consignment at ons, augers, fencing & Kretz, Hauserman, Bloom U.S. LAND AND HOME Beattie. Auctioneers: misc. at Beatrice, NE for Auction Service. Rottinghaus Auctions. Harm H Ideus. Auction- September 20 — Furniture, August 7 — Land-Chase eers: The Auctioneers. antiques & misc. at Con- County, Flint Hills-Buck August 16 — Farm equip- cordia for Howard & Creek at Cottonwood ment, cars, antique cars, Mary Kenworthy. Auc- JAY E. BROWN GREG HALLGREN Falls for Michael & Ber- tools & other antiques at tioneers: Larry Lagasse 785-223-7555 785-499-5376 nice Spinden. Auction- Chapman for Harry Auction & Real Estate. eers: Rick Griffin Real Counter Estate. Auction- September 21 — Murray Estate & Auctions. eers: Reynolds, Mugler & Ranches Production 785-762-2266 ¥ FAX: 785-762-8910 ¥ E-mail: [email protected] August 9 — Car, household, Geist. Horse Sale at Alma. www.brownrealestateauction.com www.KSALlink.com www.kansasauctions.net Page 16 Grass & Grain, July 29, 2008 cornsilk shedding from Applicants invited for assisted BAXTER our bodies like we were on fire! The battalion swarmed behind, individ- deer hunt in Tuttle Creek Lake area uals stooping to pick up Young and disabled Wildlife and Parks, the deer permit, and hunter BLACK clods and heave them at hunters are invited to reg- hunt will be Sept. 13 and 14 education certificate (if re- us. We managed to climb ister to participate in the on public and private land quired). Sponsoring agen- ON THE EDGE OF COMMON SENSE to the treehouse where 6th annual Tuttle Creek As- around Tuttle Creek. cies can assist in obtaining ■ ■ they held us at bay yelling sisted Deer Hunt. Persons 16 and younger, these items, including Castaways (Cigarettes) and bombarding our scav- Sponsored by the Riley as well as anyone with a scholarship assistance to There they stood out on looked like a snowstorm! enged board eyrie until County Fish and Game As- Disability Assistance Per- purchase a hunting license the loading dock at the "Wait ’til your father one of the nuns reported socation, Tuttle Creek Lake mit issued by KDWP, are el- and deer permit. back of the administration gets home!" I was thirteen. our deeds to Conrad’s Corps of Engineers, and igible. Participants will Rifles, ammunition, ac- building. Huddled behind My friends and I had a mother. Kansas Department of need a hunting license, cessible hunting blinds, a dumpster to protect treehouse built across a By the time I had hunt locations, orange hats themselves from the biting cotton field from the bought my first motor and vests, transportation to wind, they shivered, occa- Home of the Good Shep- scooter, a Savage, I had hunting locations, and deer meat processing will be sionally glancing over herd. Scotty and I had graduated to Bull Durham. provided at no charge. their shoulders at the climbed down inside a I’d stop along the bar All participants must at- solid metal door. homemade chicken wire ditch, pull the bag from tend a firearm safety and People that walked by corncrib. It was full of under the seat, roll one rifle sight-in session at Tut- glanced at them then whole ears of corn. We and light up. With such a tle Creek’s Fancy Creek quickly looked away. It were peeling the shuck great start, you would Range at 4 p.m. Sunday, could have been a picture back from the tips and think I would have become Sept. 7th. from a Depression-era helping ourselves to the a pack-a-day smoker, but I Qualifying persons in- didn’t. I’m glad. It’s obvi- hobo camp, or a group of cornsilk to smoke. In ret- terested in participating refugees waiting for a food rospect, I could defend ous, because over the should contact Steve distribution truck. I am- our actions by saying we years we have learned it is Prockish, Tuttle Creek bled up to the crowd and were removing temptation not a wise thing to do. Corps of Engineers (785) said, "Gotta light?" (Just a from the girls. Now only 25% of the popu- 539-8511, extension 3167. joke, folks). Anyway, we were stuff- lation smokes, many of I smoked a little on and ing it in our pockets and them young people who off over the years. The last under our shirts. I remem- will realize before it is too spanking I got growing up ber looking up to see Con- late that it will kill you. was for leaving some Indi- rad, our lookout man, rac- I wish I could say it was an beans in the pocket of ing across the field toward that mature wisdom, the my jeans. The beans were the treehouse! Then I realization of the risk, and long and filled with fluffy heard the roar! The army common sense that got me seeds like milkweed. of girls led by a phalanx of off cigarettes. Alas, it was When Mother washed brown-habited nuns were because I started riding Cory Craver’s entry was selected as grand champion in them the fluff filled up the bearing down on us! We bulls and took up chewin’ the market beef show at the 2008 Tri-County Fair in washing machine and it scrambled out and ran, tobacco! Herington.

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