THEThe G Talk AndAZETTE- Cobden Review • ServingD UnionEMOCRAT County Since 1849 Thursday, January 16, 2020 Anna, Illinois ©2020 Reppert Publications $1.00 Volume 171, Number 5 News Severe weather Friday, Saturday in region EF-1 tornado in Ware, heavy rain, flooding threat, “but a tornado can’t inches of rain on Friday urday. Rainfall at a location be ruled out,” the weather and another 2.52 inches on near Thebes totalled 3.28 An unseasonably strong were tossed and broken service advised Friday af- Saturday. inches. Other rainfall to- storm system by January near the hunting club. Nu- NotesItems of interest ternoon. The weather service re- tals in the area which were standards swept through the merous trees were snapped ported 4.01 inches of rain reported by the weather from throughout region Friday and Saturday, or uprooted along the path Storm Reports the Union County area The weather service at Bean Ridge in Alexander service included: Jan. 10-11, the National of the tornado. County on Friday and Sat- (continued on page 2) Weather Service office in Union County Sheriff reported that the severe Paducah reported. Scott Harvel said that last weather last Friday and Union County expe- weekend’s severe weather Saturday in the region were rienced severe weather, also led to damages in the accompanied by heavy including a tornado and Saratoga area near Anna. rainfall, flooding, damag- flooding caused by very For Harvel, Saturday’s ing winds and gusty, non- heavy rainfall, last Friday early morning tornado was thunderstorm winds. and Saturday. a personal experience. The The bulk of the event A short-lived tornado path of the tornado which occurred overnight and occurred early Saturday struck Ware appeared to into the morning hours on morning in Ware. No inju- have taken the twister over Saturday. ries were reported. his home. Rainfall totals ranged Flood warnings were is- “It sounded like a freight from 2 to 5 inches, which sued by the weather service train,” the sheriff said. resulted in widespread for Union County on both Such comparisons often flooding and flash flooding Friday and Saturday. are shared by those who across the region. Tornado in Ware experience a tornado. The weather service re- The weather service re- “It was scary...I had nev- ported that wind gusts of Damage in Ware ported on social media that er heard anything like that 70 mph were recorded at Saturday’s storms caused damage across parts an EF-1 tornado occurred before,” the sheriff said. His 2:01 a.m. Saturday near of Southern Illinois and Southeast Missouri. The just after 2 a.m. Saturday home was not damaged. Carbondale. National Weather Service confirmed reports of in Ware. No injuries were On Friday, the weather Local weather observer tornadoes touching down and causing damage reported. service had alerted resi- Dana Cross recorded wind in a number places across the region, including The tornado had a start dents in the region about gusts of 32 mph at 1 a.m. Jackson, Mo., and Ware in Union County. High A sign was reflected in time of 2:02 a.m. and ended the possibility of severe and again at 2:30 a.m. on winds from an EF-1 tornado in Ware toppled a high water at the Union at 2:03 a.m. weather. Damaging wind Saturday. tree on to the roof of a house. Photo by Benjamin County State Fish and The twister started 0.3 gusts were seen as the main Cross recorded 2.32 Marxer. Wildlife Area last Saturday. of a mile south-southwest *** of Ware and ended 0.7 of a mile east of the Union A boil water order was County community. in effect early this week in The weather service re- Anna. The boil order was ported that the tornado had related to a water line break estimated peak winds of in the Spring/Green streets 100 miles per hour. The area. tornado’s path was 0.9 of *** a mile long. The tornado A tornado, torrential rain, had a maximum width of flooding, strong winds, 50 yards. light snow flurries, fog... A summary of damage caused by the tornado in- Union County had a little cluded: bit of everything when it Large tree branches in came to the weather during Ware were snapped. Metal the past week. roofing was removed from *** a farm outbuilding. As of early this week, the An open storage build- forecast was calling for the ing was overturned and possibility of freezing rain destroyed. Shingles were and snow early Thursday, removed from the roof of a today, and again on Friday. hunting club. *** Another home had its roof lifted slightly, which Martin Luther King Jr. caused water damage. The Day will be observed on roof of a metal storage Monday, Jan. 20. Creek near Kornthal Church building was lifted and Water was rushing through a creek near Kornthal Church last Friday morning. The church is located *** overturned. south of Jonesboro, just off Illinois Route 127. Heavy rain had fallen during the night and was continuing The Union County Hundreds of duck decoys to fall on Friday morning. Chamber of Commerce’s 2019 gala is planned Sat- urday night, Jan. 18, at the Davie School Inn in Anna. The Pink Cookie Comeback: Davis Pastry to reopen this Saturday *** By Benjamin Marxer to be an integral part of all over the country were day reopen its doors. business’s success. And to Anna city officials con- When the Davis family the memories and tradi- taking road trips back to And that day has come. help them get the pastries announced their plans to tions for generations of area Union County to pick up Starting Saturday, Jan. 18, tinue to note the success of exactly right, they’ve hired close the doors of Davis families. a few final dozen of their Davis Pastry, located at 206 a fall leaf pick-up program. one of the shop’s previous Pastry in Anna back in Following the announce- former favorites, or having S. Main St. in downtown pastry chefs, Lorie Tellor. (continued on page 2) September, the outpouring ment, Davis Pastry became relatives send pink cookie Anna, will be open for busi- “We obviously had never of emotion from the public inundated with orders as care packages by mail. ness, featuring new owners, was intense. people scrambled to stock Once the final cookie was but promising the same been a part of making his After 66 years of busi- up on their favorites, and sold, and the “for sale” sign treats that generations of recipes. So we wanted to ness, Davis Pastry had the Davis family worked was put up, people began area residents have grown make sure we were com- grown to become an insti- tirelessly to try to fill these hoping that the business to cherish. pletely replicating exactly tution in the area, and their final orders. might be purchased, and Six siblings, current and what he had done,” said famous pastries had grown Former residents from that Davis Pastry would one former Anna residents, have O’Reilly. “Lorie coming on come together to save the board was part of our deci- pastry shop: Tom Bigler, sion to actually purchase Elizabeth Buchanan, John Davis Pastry. We wanted to Bigler, Brooke O’Reilly, make sure we were doing Julie Peterie and Michael this the best we could. We Bigler. wanted to bring this back “We talked about re- to our community and offer ally what a loss it was for those same great treats that Anna and our community,” we grew up with.” said Davis Pastry co-owner For the six siblings, the Brooke O’Reilly. purchase was about more “And when we learned than a potential good in- that Mr. Davis was putting vestment, but it was also the business up for sale, we about the importance of had discussions with him preserving the businesses saying that if we were able that have become land- to actually get his recipes, marks in the community. that we’d be interested in “We were all pretty dev- buying. So that’s just kind of how it happened. We astated when Rodgers The- bought both the building atre came down. We love and his original recipes the stories of our father Classic cookies from him.” figuring out how he could Davis Pastry head baker Lorie Tellor loads trays of pink cookies into the O’Reilly and her co- work enough to get a nickel oven. Tellor learned the baking secrets of the Davis family when she worked to go see a movie there,” under the previous owners. With her experience, the new crew at Davis Pastry owners knew that the ability hopes to authentically recreate all of the familiar treats enjoyed by generations. to recreate the Davis fam- said O’Reilly. Photo by Benjamin Marxer. ily’s recipes was key to the (continued on page 2) Page 2 - Section A Thursday, January 16, 2020 The Gazette-Democrat

reported in the county. at 1 p.m. All practices and Severe weather The weather service re- games on Friday were can- ported that water was over celled. (continued from page 1) measured in Cobden. Lick Creek Road near the Flood warnings were is- 4.00 inches near De Soto, The heavy rain caused Johnson County line at sued by the weather service 3.91 inches near Carbon- some minor damage to around 10:30 a.m. Saturday. several times on Friday dale, 2.20 inches in Grand roads in the Union County The Shawnee School and Saturday for the Union Tower, 3.60 inches in Don- area. District closed early on County area. Flash flood gola, 5.42 inches in Jack- Union County Highway Friday due to flash flood- watches also were issued. son, Mo., 4.22 inches in Department engineer Kevin ing. The district reported on A wind advisory also was Cape Girardeau and 3.39 Grammer said there were social media that heavy rain in effect for Friday and Sat- inches near Ware. some occurrences of wash- on Friday had led to two bus urday. Strong winds, with An unofficial total of ing on gravel roads. Some routes becoming impass- gusts of up to 45 mph, were just over 5.5 inches was downed trees also were able. School was dismissed in the forecast.

Pink Cookies (continued from page 1) throughout the decades, “And we loved going while also helping to keep New year, not-so-new situation to movies when we were the flow of commerce con- Heavy rain once again led to flooding in the 500 block of East Vienna Street in Anna. The photograph growing up. It was just tinue through Anna. was taken about 9:30 a.m. last Friday. At the time, the Union County area was under a flood warning really sad for us all to lose “We will focus on not which had been issued by the National Weather Service office in Paducah. that business and that part only our quality of food, of history, that part of Anna. first and foremost, but also So when we heard Da- on our customer service. Area rivers flooding Immanuel Praise vis Pastry was closing, We want it to be a place Flood warnings have 38.5 feet by Wednesday we didn’t want to see it where people can come been issued by the National evening, Jan. 15. The river go away permanently. We hang out, have a cup of cof- & Worship Center Weather Service office in is expected to fall below 4290 Old Hwy. 51 N. • Cobden wanted to invest in Anna fee, have some pastries and Paducah for the Missis- flood stage before midnight and in Southern Illinois.” really, have fellowship and sippi and Big Muddy rivers. on Sunday. Join us for our monthly A new feature the new community time together,” Union County is bordered Mississippi River at owners are hoping to imple- said O’Reilly. “We’d like by both of the rivers. Thebes Chicken & dumpling dinner ment will be of great inter- to just bring more people The weather service re- A flood warning contin- est to those former residents To order a whole dessert or place a to-go order, to Main Street in Anna and ported on its website that ues until Sunday evening. please call 618-893-4916 and leave a message. who have moved away but have them want to spend recent heavy rainfall over At 8 p.m. Monday, the still craving a taste from time there.” the mid-Mississippi River river’s stage was 35.4 feet. home. *** and Big Muddy River ba- Flood stage is 33.0 feet. Saturday, Jan. 18th “We will be adding ship- The first dozen pink sins has caused river levels Minor flooding was oc- Serving 4:30-6:30 P.M. ping, with people being cookies baked at Davis to rise. curring. Moderate flooding Carry-out Available able to place orders via our Pastry were going to land Flood warnings are in was in the forecast. Love donation taken at the door. website,” O’Reilly said. effect this week for the The river is expected to “Anyone in the U.S. will be in the hands of the highest 5G bidder in a show of support Mississippi River at Cape continue rising to near 37.5 able to get on the website Girardeau and Thebes and feet by Thursday morning, and ship pink cookies, no for the Hadley’s Haven, an all-inclusive playground for the Big Muddy River today. The river is expected matter where they live.” near Murphysboro. to fall below flood stage O’Reilly hopes to have project which is planned in Anna. The following informa- early Sunday afternoon. the online shipping option tion about flood conditions Big Muddy River near Bids were being taken ready for use in six to eight in the region was posted Murphysboro on Facebook until 4 p.m. weeks after reopening. Monday night, Jan. 13, A flood warning contin- With the reopening of Wednesday, Jan. 15. on the weather service’s ues until Monday, Jan. 20. Davis Pastry, the new own- One hundred percent of website: At 7:30 p.m. Monday, the ers hope to maintain the the funds generated by the Mississippi River at river’s stage was 26.5 feet. reputation that the Da- auction will go to build the Cape Girardeau Flood stage is 22.0 feet. vis family has cultivated playground. A flood warning contin- Minor flooding was oc- ues until Monday, Jan. 20. curring. Moderate flooding Anna police chief issues At 8 p.m. Monday, the was in the forecast. river’s stage was 36.6 feet. The river was expected to department activity report Flood stage is 32.0 feet. continue rising to near 28.8 The Anna Police Depart- Nine criminal misde- Minor flooding was oc- feet by Wednesday evening. ment has issued an activity meanor arrests. 23 traffic curring. Moderate flooding The river is expected to fall report for the month of De- citation arrests. was in the forecast. below flood stage Monday cember and for 2019. 2019 The river was expected morning. The report was issued by 82 traffic misdemeanor to continue rising to near Anna Police Chief Bryan arrests. 92 warrant arrests. Watkins. Two traffic felony arrests. Weather: Storms, flooding, flurries Highlights from the re- 18 juvenile traffic arrests. Severe storms, heavy period ranged from a high port follow: 47 ordinance violation rain and light snow high- of 65 to a low of 25. December citation arrests. 97 criminal lighted Union County’s Following are tempera- 57 adult verbal warnings felony arrests. 19 criminal weather during the period tures for the period as re- issued. 31 adult written "The Preaching Pen" juvenile arrests. Five civil of Jan. 7-13. corded by local weather warnings issued. Precipitation for the pe- observer Dana Cross in What a Friend We Have in Jesus 148 radio/officer initiated law violation arrests. Do you consider yourself to be a friendly sort? 168 criminal misdemean- riod totalled 5.04 inches, Jonesboro: calls. 177 phone initiated which included .20 of an H L Some of us have many friends, while others have calls. 30 walk-in initiated or arrests. 466 traffic cita- only a few. God designed us to need companionship. He tion arrests. inch of rain on Jan. 9, 2.32 Tuesday, Jan. 7 52 25 calls. inches of rain on Jan. 10, said in Gen. 2:18, “It is not good that the man should be 732 adult verbal warn- Wednesday, Jan. 8 51 28 Seven traffic misdemean- 2.52 inches of rain on Jan. Thursday, Jan. 9 57 41 alone; I will make him an help meet for him.” Each of ings issued. 436 adult writ- or arrests. Seven warrant 11 and a trace of snow and Friday, Jan. 10 63 53 us needs others. ten warnings issued. arrests. melted precipitation on Saturday, Jan. 11 65 33 However, even if we don’t have a great number of Three ordinance viola- 2,070 radio/officer initi- Jan. 12. Sunday, Jan. 12 38 30 friends, the best friend anyone could have is the Lord, tion citation arrests. One ated calls. 2,557 phone Temperatures during the Monday, Jan. 13 46 33 Jesus Christ. We enjoy friendship with Christ this way: criminal felony arrest. One initiated calls. 405 walk-in “Ye are my friends if ye do whatsoever I command you” criminal juvenile arrest. initiated calls. (Jn. 15:14). James 2:23 says, “And the scripture was fulfilled which News Notes saith, Abraham believed God, and it was imputed unto him for righteousness: and he was called the Friend of God.” (continued from page 1) Library are planning a win- Abraham was a friend of God. Christ can call His ter book sale Feb. 7, 8 and 9. disciples friends because of their obedience. Love – Plans appear to be mov- The event will be at Stinson friendship, is giving sacrificially for others. Love is not ing forward for a new Union Memorial Library in Anna. so much an emotional feeling, but it’s the act of giving County animal control shel- *** (Jn. 3:16). To be a friend of Christ means to obey Him. ter. The project involves Nearly 50 children re- There’s nothing greater in this life than to be a friend to talks between the county ceived gifts through the Jesus, and to claim Him as your own through obedience. and the City of Anna. The 2019 Shop with a Cop pro- Prov. 18:24 says, “A man that hath friends must shew current animal control shel- gram in Cobden. himself friendly, and there is a friend that sticketh closer ter is located along Kaolin *** than a brother.” I hope that each of you has at least one Road between Anna and Shawnee Community friend in this world that you can think of when you read Cobden. College near Ullin is plan- this verse, but in truth, everyone who has been immersed *** ning to host an annual career Union County CEO pro- and technical training day into Christ has such a friend in Jesus Christ. gram alumni Connor Je- for area high school stu- We invite you to join us this Sunday at the Anna church rolds and Jackson Laster dents on Feb. 25. of Christ at 104 Nile St. We meet at 9:30 a.m. for Bible recently met with current *** study; 10 a.m. & 5:00 p.m. for worship. We hope to Water on the refuge road see you and wish you a great day! students to discuss personal FYI: there are only a few Water was flowing over part of the road through business ideas. more shopping days until the Union County State Fish and Wildlife Area near R.W. McAlister, Minister *** Squirrel Appreciation Day, Ware last Saturday morning. Heavy rain had fallen Anna church of Christ The Friends of Stinson which is Jan. 21. during the night throughout the region. 5G The Gazette-Democrat Thursday, January 16, 2020 Section A - Page 3 Shawnee National Forest 80th anniversary Photography exhibit planned at SIU’s University Museum A photography exhibit is scheduled to run from Jan. The U.S. Forest Service/ hours are scheduled from 10 Shawn (Gossman) plans to plans to talk about Battery planned at the University 17 through Feb. 21. Shawnee National Forest a.m. until 4 p.m., Tuesday share details about hikes Rock during the American Museum in Carbondale The Ozark Tours began and the University museum through Friday; and from 1 in and around the Shawnee Civil War. Battery Rock is in celebration of the 80th in 1931 when L.O. Trigg in- plan to host a reception and p.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday. The National Forest. listed on the National Reg- anniversary of the Shawnee vited many elected officials program that will include museum is closed Sunday Feb. 5. Chris Evans, a ister of Historic Places. National Forest in Southern and other local dignitaries the re-release of “The Land and Monday. University of Illinois Exten- Feb. 13. Local historian Illinois. on a three-day tour of South- Changes,” a film produced Public parking is avail- sion forester, is scheduled Kay Ripplemeyer plans to The museum is located on ern Illinois. by the USDA Forest Ser- able across from the SIU to discuss Southern Illinois share her research into the the campus of Southern Illi- The tours were organized vice. The film was first Student Center and beside forests, from pre-glaciation Civilian Conservation Corps nois University Carbondale. to raise awareness of all the released in 1957. Woody Hall on the SIU through post-European set- in Southern Illinois. The exhibit will feature special historical places and In the film, a fictional campus. Admission to the tlement. Feb. 14. Scott Ballard, photographs taken during natural areas in what has newspaper man explains exhibit and presentation Feb. 6. Dr. Mark Wagner a herpetologist for the Illi- the 1930s and 1940s during since become the Shawnee how worn out farmland of nights is free. and Forest Service archaeol- nois Department of Natural the popular Ozark Tours National Forest. Southern Illinois has be- Presentations Sched- ogist Mary McCorvie plan Resources, plans to talk within the Shawnee Nation- The exhibition’s opening come an asset for the region. uled to talk about the Cherokee about the LaRue Pine Hills al Forest. night is set for Friday, Jan. The film tells the story In addition to the photo Trail of Tears in Southern and the Snake Road, which The photo exhibition is 17, beginning at 5:30 p.m. of how the exhausted lands exhibit, there are several Illinois. is the only road in the of the Shawnee, Hoosier presentations scheduled Feb. 10. Joe Devera of United States closed twice and Wayne national forests throughout the five-week the Illinois State Geolog- each year to ensure safe Soil, water conservation in the Ohio Valley were exhibition. ical Survey plans to talk migration of reptiles and improved through reforesta- The presentations will about prehistoric Southern amphibians as they move tion, protection and proper feature a variety of topics Illinois. between their summer and district plans open house management. highlighting Southern Illi- Feb. 11. Forest Service winter homes. The directors of the student at each school. Both starring roles in nois’ cultural and natural wildlife biologist Mark Vu- Feb. 19. Gillum Ferguson Union County Soil and The county winner’s the film were played by resources. kovich plans to discuss the with the Saline County His- Water Conservation District poster will be sent to state Shawnee National Forest All of the presentations bats of Southern Illinois. torical Society plans to talk are inviting the community competition for conserva- employees. Leonard (Len) will be at the University Feb. 12. Forest Service about the Indian tribes of to attend an open house tion districts in Illinois. Farmer from the office in Museum and are scheduled archaeologist Heather Carey Southern Illinois. which is planned in Feb- The theme for this year’s Elizabethtown played the to start at 5:30 p.m. ruary. poster contest is “Where newspaper man. Lindal The schedule of programs The district’s directors would we ‘Bee’ without Roberts of the Jonesboro and presentations following Sheriff invites citizens are Carlyn Light, Larry Pollinators?” office plays himself as the the Jan. 17 opening follow: Hale, Dana Eddleman, Kent The open house is a district ranger. Jan. 22. SIU archae- to join fight against crime Treece and Bill Littrell. come-and-go-at-your-lei- Following the showing of ologist Dr. Tamira Bren- The open house is sched- sure event. the 1957 film, Mary McCor- nan-Blodgett plans to dis- Responding to the in- “With government fund- uled for Tuesday, Feb. 11, at Information will be vie, the heritage program cuss the Kincaid Site, a creasing number of people ing becoming increasingly the USDA building at 201 available about programs manager for the Shawnee prehistoric metropolis in wanting to assist law en- difficultto secure, the mem- Springfield Ave. in Anna. and conservation practic- National Forest, is sched- Southern Illinois, and its forcement officials and build bership drive has taken on Doors are scheduled to es which are available to uled to give a brief presen- relationship to the greater a stronger partnership in the greater importance than ever open at 7 a.m. The open Union County land owners. tation about the early history Mississippian-era society of fight against crime, Union before,” Harvel said. house will continue until A lunch will be provided of the forest. the region. County Sheriff Scott Harvel “The funding is vital to 5 p.m. at noon. Local historian and au- Jan. 24. Chris Benda, has announced that current helping us carry out our Activities during the day A presentation about cur- thor Todd Carr also will known as the Southern Il- members in Union County mission of making our com- will include voting for three rent conservation events is discuss the photographs in linois botanizer, plans to are receiving their annual munities safer places to live, directors to the soil and scheduled to begin at 10:30 the Trigg Tour exhibit. highlight many of the natu- renewals as Associate Mem- work and play.” water conservation district a.m. and will continue after Light refreshments will ral landscapes of the region bers of the Illinois Sheriffs’ Those who are not cur- board. lunch. be served following the and the plants and animals Association. rently involved, but would Voting also is planned for For more information program. that make them distinctive. Membership renewals like to become a member, the county winner in a 5th about the open house, call The public also is wel- Jan. 27. Retired history go out in the mail in early can contact the Illinois Sher- grade poster contest. the Union County Soil and come to view the photogra- teacher Mark Motsinger January. iffs’ Association by writing Schools in the county Water Conservation Dis- phy exhibit during regular and Forest Service archae- If you are not a current to 401 E. Washington, Suite has entered a poster which trict/NRCS office at 833- museum hours. ologist Mary McCorvie will member and would like to 1000, Springfield, Ill. 62701, was created by a 5th grade 5666, extension 3028. University Museum talk about a local history become part of this program, or calling 217-753-2372. mystery: the stone forts of you may become a member Information also is available Southern Illinois. for as little as $25, while online at www.ilsheriff.org. Jan. 29. Forest Service businesses can show their The membership program Finding solutions for archaeologist Heather Carey support for a $50 contribu- was formed to provide citi- plans to speak about the rock tion, the sheriff said. zens with an opportunity to art of Southern Illinois. The funding provides crit- lend their support to more your financial needs. Jan. 30. SIU’s Dr. Mark ically important technical effective law enforcement Wagner plans to talk about resources, training, and leg- and to help local law en- the history and archaeo- islative support on key crim- forcement officers protect Phillip R. McGrath logical investigations at inal justice issues, he noted. the lives and property of Financial Advisor the Crenshaw House, also Contributions are tax-de- citizens. known as Hickory Hill and ductible, and unlike other “As the need for building 311 South Main the Old Slave House. The organizations in Illinois, the stronger public-private law Anna, IL 62906 Crenshaw House is an Illi- membership program does enforcement partnerships (618) 833-6999 edwardjones.com nois State Historic Site. not solicit membership by in this country continues 4GTF Feb. 3. Hiking with telephone. to escalate, programs such as this continue to grow in importance,” Harvel said. “I encourage everyone Please join us as we welcome and congratulate receiving a membership AJNB’S new Senior Vice President and Chief appeal to consider joining forces with us by becoming Financial Officer, Clatus Bierman. an associate member. It is a valuable investment in the future.” Subject wanted The Union County Sher- iff’s Office in Jonesboro early this week stated that it was asking for the public’s help in locating a wanted person. The sheriff’s office was looking for Stacy E. Turner, a 44-year-old white female who is 5 feet, 4 inches tall and weighs 118 pounds. The sheriff’s office stated that Turner is wanted on a warrant for endangering the life or health of a child. Clatus graduated from SIU Carbondale. He is a Those with information about Turner were being Certified Public Accountant licensed in Illinois. He asked to contact the Union has worked as a CPA for 24 years. Clatus resides in County Sheriff’s Office at 833-5500 or a local police Marion with his wife, Connie and 3 kids. We are Vertiflex Mobile File Cart department. excited that Clatus has joined our team! VRTVF50621 List $130.41 Ea. Fire burns SALE $99.99 Ea. 3 to 4 acres A fire burned about 3 to Lorell Electric Monitor Riser 4 acres in a wooded area Lorell 4-tier Desktop Organizer LLR99530 along Dogwalk Road near LLR95251 List $53.00 Ea. List $565.00 Ea. Anna on Thursday morning, $ 99 $ 99 SALE 299. Ea. Jan. 9. No injuries were SALE 29. Ea. reported. The Anna, Jonesboro and Visit Us On The Web At: www.ajnational.com Dongola fire departments responded to the call. 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Addi- streak. son Denny had 5 points, 9 A-J 59, Murphysboro rebounds and 4 assists. 24: The visiting Lady Wild- Hess had 4 points, 3 cats came on early and held steals, 2 rebounds and 2 Soccer team second in state, ranked fourth in nation on for the win Saturday, assists. Olivia Capel had Union County athletes competed in the 3V3 live national soccer league this past season. They traveled Jan. 11. 2 points. to different states, participating in several tournaments. The athletes competed very well through out Sydnie Ralls scored 13 A-J 50, Vienna 31: The the season and were invited to play in the national tournament, which took place in Memphis, Tenn. The Vipers team finished second in the state and ranked fourth in the nation. From left are Ethan Plott, points and had 5 rebounds visiting Lady Wildcats Kyle Conway, coach Jake Basler, Nathan Hubbs, Anthony Felder and Byran Wright. Team member Tyler and an assist to lead A-J. pulled ahead early on their Haywood could not be present for the picture. Supporters extended their congratulations to the team Mikayla Bundren had way to the win Wednesday, for their successful season. Photo provided. 12 points, 8 rebounds, 2 Jan. 8. steals and an assist. Kristin Bundren had 15 points, Edmonds had 10 points, 5 3 rebounds and a block to A-J defeats Du Quoin, assists, 4 rebounds and 3 lead A-J. New gun dealer steals. Edmonds had 12 points, outscored by Harrisburg Raegan Cruse had 7 8 rebounds, 5 assists and a The Anna-Jonesboro Overstreet had 11 points regulations to start points, 3 rebounds, 2 steals steal. Cruse had 9 points, Community High School and 9 rebounds. McFar- By Peter Hancock was a proposed rule that and an assist. Addison Den- a rebound, a steal and an boys’ basketball team split land had 3 points and Capitol News Illinois would have required deal- ny had 6 points, 13 re- assist. in last week’s action. 12 rebounds. Damareon phancock@capitol- ers to maintain video sur- bounds and a steal. Hess had 7 points, 6 Harrisburg 66, A-J 54: Faust had 2 points and 2 newsillinois.com veillance at several points Brodie Denny had 5 rebounds, 5 steals and 2 The host Wildcats fell be- rebounds. Williford had in their stores. points, 2 rebounds and an blocks. Ralls had 3 points, hind early in the loss Sat- 2 points and 3 rebounds. SPRINGFIELD – New Dealers would have also assist. Anna Hess had 4 a rebound and a steal. urday, Jan. 11. Thorpe had a point. rules governing how retail had to maintain those re- points, 6 rebounds and 3 Addison Denny had 3 Blake Pena had 17 points A-J was 11 of 22 in shot gun dealers do business cordings for 90 days and assists. Campbell Belcher points, 12 rebounds, 4 as- and a rebound to lead A-J. attempts from the floor, go into effect Friday and back them up to an offsite had 2 points, 3 rebounds sists and 4 steals. Brodie Zach Overstreet had 1 of 9 from 3-point range include the types of records storage system such as a and an assist. Denny had a point and an 16 points and 4 rebounds. and 13 of 19 from the free they must keep, how weap- cloud or server. A-J 62, Goreville 43: assist. Jenna Sadler and Ta’Kevon Williford had throw line. ons and ammunition are “I know stores that have over 125 cameras in there,” The visiting Lady Wildcats Belcher each had 3 re- 6 points and 2 rebounds. The Indians were 6 of 22 to be stored and the kinds Noah McFarland had 6 in shot attempts from the said Todd Vandermyde, ex- pulled ahead after one quar- bounds apiece. of video surveillance and points and 3 rebounds. Juan floor, 2 of 17 from 3-point security systems they must ecutive director of the Fed- ter on their way to the win A-J, 14-8, is scheduled Valencia had 5 points and a range and 5 of 9 from the maintain. eral Firearm Licensees of Thursday, Jan. 9. to play Thursday, today, at rebound. Nate Belcher had charity stripe. The rules, established by Illinois, a gun dealer trade Bundren had 24 points, 2 home against Herrin and 2 points and 2 rebounds. A-J, 5-11 overall and the Illinois State Police and association. “You’re not rebounds and a steal to lead at the Benton Shootout Maddox Thorpe had 2 1-2 in the conference, is scheduled to be published requiring a backup system, the Lady Wildcats. against Hamilton County points and a rebound. scheduled to play at Sparta in the Illinois Register on you’re requiring a backup Edmonds had 13 points, at 5 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 18. A-J was 12 of 29 in shot Friday and at home Satur- Friday, will go into effect generator.” attempts from the field, 6 of day against Vienna. almost one year to the day He went on to describe Cobden improves to 17 from 3-point range and 12 after Democratic Gov. JB the rule as requiring such a of 15 from the charity stripe. Cobden girls Pritzker signed the Firearm dealer to be able “to upload A-J 38, Du Quoin 23: Dealer License Certifica- 125 high-definition Netflix 13-5 overall with wins The host Wildcats rallied in action at tion Act into law. movies simultaneously.” to take the lead after three The act requires firearm Gun dealers also com- quarters on their way to Chester tourney dealers who have a federal plained about other pro- over Cairo, Elverado The Cobden High School firearm license to also obtain posed rules that would The Cobden High School Noah Franklin opened a Southern Illinois Riv- er-to-River Conference girls’ basketball team was a state certificate and com- have required them to have boys’ basketball team won the final quarter with a Mississippi Division Con- 1-2 in action at the Chester ply with state regulations. written plans for storing twice last week. slam dunk. Cairo fought ference win Friday, Jan. 10. Tournament last week. Pritzker signed the bill, all inventory, both during Cobden 51, Cairo 50: back in the quarter for a Pena led the way for Trico 59, Cobden 27: the first of his administra- business hours and after Noah Franklin made a pair 45-45 tie going into the A-J with 19 points and 2 The Lady Pioneers built an tion, after it passed during closing, and to keep ammu- of free throws with 2.6 sec- overtime. rebounds. early lead in the consolation the 2018 legislative session. nition in a restricted area of onds remaining in the game Brumleve scored a pair championship game Satur- Republican Gov. Bruce the store not accessible to to lift the host Appleknock- of free throws and Dylan Lingle leads day, Jan. 11. Rauner was in office when customers. Some gun shop owners said compliance ers to the non-conference Lewey added a basket to Jenna Hartline had 17 it passed, but Democratic points to lead the Apple- would be impossible. win Saturday, Jan. 11. give Cobden a 49-48 lead A-J wrestlers Senate President John Cul- knockers. lerton used a procedural “Hundreds of dealers “He stepped up and hit before the Pilots scored for at tournament Aubrey Fisher had 5 maneuver to hold onto the have paid $1,500 license both of them,” Cobden coach a 50-49 as the game wound Bryce Lingle, who wres- points, Abby Remsey and bill because Rauner had fees, confident that they Wendell Wheeler said. down. tles in the 160-pound weight Katelyn Shadowens 2 apiece vetoed similar legislation could meet the letter of After Noah Franklin hit Brumleve led the way class, finished in third place and Olivia Brumleve 1. that spring. the law, and now they find the first free throw to tie for Cobden with 19 points. to lead the Anna-Jonesboro Cobden 53, Elverado The bill was viewed at that they can’t because of the game, the Pilots called a Lewey added 12 points, Community High School 50: Hartline had a sea- the time as a response to ris- the rules that have been time out. Franklin came out Noah Franklin 9, Tyler wrestling team’s efforts at son-high 30 points in lead- ing gun violence in parts of proposed,” Valinda Rowe, of the time out and had the Franklin 7 and Alex Rem- the 59th annual Murdale ing the Appleknockers to Illinois, especially Chicago. spokeswoman for gun game-winning free throw. sey and Landon Britt 2 Wrestling Tournament at the win Friday, Jan. 10. It was aimed at preventing rights advocacy group Illi- noisCarry.com, said during Cairo then attempted apiece. Carbondale Saturday, Jan. Abby Remsey added 11 theft or other diversion of points, Katelyn Shadow- the hearing. a half-court shot at the Cobden 48, Elverado 11. guns from firearms dealers Fourth place finishes for ens 6, Aubrey Fisher 4 and and to crack down on so- Following that hearing, buzzer that failed to hit the 32: The host Appleknockers the Wildcats were record- Gracelyn Fisher 2. called “straw purchases” in ISP revised many of the backboard. built an early lead on their ed by David Kester, 120 After trailing in the first which someone buys a gun proposed rules, eliminating The Appleknockers way to the South Egyptian pounds, and Caleb Mays, quarter, Cobden rallied for on behalf of someone else the requirement for backup pulled ahead for a 17-5 Conference win Tuesday, 132 pounds. the win. who is legally prohibited storage of video surveil- first quarter lead that was Jan. 7. Fifth-place finishers were New Athens 55, Cobden from owning a gun. lance, according to a copy built around a 3-pointer by Noah Franklin and Lew- Blake Mays, 126 pounds, 21: New Athens took an ISP initially proposed ad- of the rules provided by ISP. Noah Franklin. ey led the way with 14 and Barry Johnson, 152 early lead and went on to ministrative rules in August But that pushed the Joe Brumleve got the points apiece. pounds. the win Monday, Jan. 6. and held a public hearing rulemaking process beyond Cobden fans fired up in the Brumleve added 11 Finishing in 10th place for Hartline had 14 points to on Oct. 24 in Springfield. Jan. 2 when gun dealers were to come into compli- second quarter with a slam points, Juan Lopez 5 and A-J were Brett Smith, 113 lead Cobden. Shadowens But those proposed rules added 3 points and Abby ance with many portions of dunk as the Appleknockers Tyler Franklin 4. pounds, and Nile Chotner, sparked fierce pushback 126 pounds (junior varsity). Remsey and Aubrey Fisher from gun dealers around the new law. led 31-21 at the half. Cobden, 13-5, is sched- The Wildcat wrestlers 2 apiece. the state who said compli- As a result, ISP is using The Pilots fought back uled to play at the Massac are scheduled to compete Cobden is scheduled to ance would be excessively its emergency rule-making to pull to 38-33 after three County Tournament Tues- Thursday, today, at the Tri- play Thursday, today, at expensive. powers, which allow regu- quarters. day, Jan. 21. State Meet at Marion. home against Eldorado. Of particular concern latory agencies to put rules into effect immediately, for a maximum of 150 days, while final rules are being drafted. Those proposed final rules could be subject to an- other public hearing, further revision, and review by the General Assembly’s Joint Committee on Administra- tive Rules, JCAR. The law is also the target of a lawsuit filed by the Illinois State Rifle Asso- ciation, as well as several gun shops. Plaintiffs argue the law places “onerous restric- tions” on firearms deal- ers that would force many stores to close and others to pass the higher costs on “to those who would be seeking to exercise their High water along Morgan School Road constitutional right to keep High water on Clear Creek was near the bottom of a bridge on Morgan School Road last Saturday. The photograph was taken and bear arms.” at around midday following very heavy rain which had fallen in the area. The photograph was taken near the Clear Creek Levee That lawsuit is pending Road. Part of Morgan School Road just across the bridge was flooded at the time. Morgan School Road is located between in Sangamon County Cir- Jonesboro and Ware. cuit Court. The Gazette-Democrat Thursday, January 16, 2020 Section A - Page 5

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Located on 2+ Gott's courtroom at Union ext. 4297. County Courthouse, 309 West acres surrounded by fields. See all our job postings and $82,000.00. Private area Market Street, Jonesboro, national rate during third quarter of 2019 apply online at Illinois, on Tuesday, the 11th close to Shawnee National www.unioncountyhospital. By Peter Hancock nearly $1 billion in eco- areas was offset by steep Forest and at the back door day of February, 2020, at the Capitol News Illinois nomic activity compared to declines in the finance and com hour of 1 p.m., or as soon of Trail of Tears State Forest. (We are an Equal phancock@capitol- the previous quarter. insurance sector, which The address is 1290 Clear thereafter as this cause may Opportunity Employer) be heard, an adjudicatory newsillinois.com That sector was close- shrank by more than 6.5 Creek Levee Road (hard Union County Hospital SPRINGFIELD – The ly followed by nondura- percent. road), Jonesboro, (watch for hearing will be held upon 517 N. Main St. the petition to have the child Illinois economy grew at ble goods manufacturing, That sector makes up sign) which is located 2 miles Anna, IL 62906 a slower pace than most which accounted for 6.3 nearly 9 percent of the east of Ware on hwy. 146. declared to be award of the and court under that Act. THE neighboring states and the percent of the Illinois econ- state’s economy, so the Call or text (618) 697-1934. Please contact: I will get back with you as COURT HAS AUTHORITY nation as a whole during omy during the quarter. decline there translated to Brittney Horn at IN THIS PROCEEDING TO soon as I can. [email protected] or by the third quarter of 2019, That sector grew at a rate more than $1.1 billion in TAKE FROM YOU THE according to new figures of 7.7 percent, or $961 economic activity. calling CUSTODY AND GUARD- 618-833-4511 EXT. 4467 released Friday, Jan. 10. million. The utilities sector also IANSHIP OF THE MINOR The U.S. Bureau of Eco- That was not the case saw a sharp decline: more 4-5gp TO TERMINATE YOUR For Rent nomic Analysis, which with the manufacturing of than 15 percent. But that HELP WANTED: CIL, Inc. PARENTAL RIGHTS, AND TO APPOINT A GUARD- tracks state-by-state eco- durable goods, which are sector accounts for less NOTICE: All real estate is accepting applications for nomic trends, said overall, generally products that do than 2 percent of the state’s advertised herein is subject IAN WITH POWER TON certified DSP/CNA to work the state’s economy grew at not wear out quickly and GDP so the decline trans- to the Federal Fair Housing full-time, from 10 p.m. to 8:30 CONSENT TO ADOPTION. Act, which makes it illegal a.m. Also, part-time opening YOU MAY LOSE ALL a modest annualized rate of can be used over an ex- lated to only about $518 to advertise "any preference, from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. at 3-bed PARENTAL RIGHTS TO 1.4 percent, well below the tended period of time, such million in economic output. limitation, or discrimina- ladies CILA home. Must have YOUR CHILD. IF THE PE- national rate of 2.1 percent. as household appliances, Those trends were fairly tion based on race, color, high school diploma or equiv- TITION REQUESTS THEE Illinois ranked 41st in vehicles and furniture. consistent with national religion, sex, handicap, alent to apply. (Staff must be TERMINATION OF YOUR the nation for GDP growth That sector, which makes averages, BEA said. familial status, or national female). Competitive salary PARENTAL RIGHTS AND during the quarter, accord- up about 6.3 percent of Illi- Declines in the finance origin, or intention to make with $1.00 shift differential for THE APPOINTMENT and insurance industries OF A GUARDIAN WITH ing to the data. nois GDP, shrank by a little any such preference, limita- the midnight shift. Apply in Texas showed the fast- less than 1 percent. were reported in all 50 tion, or discrimination." POWER TO CONSENT TO person at 201 East Chestnut est-growing economy, at The retail industry post- states and the District of This newspaper will not in Anna, IL (behind Hard- ADOPTION, YOU MAY knowingly accept any ad- LOSE ALL PARENTAL nearly 4 percent, while ed a good quarter, growing Columbia, while leading ee's). EOE. Delaware came in last with at an annual rate of 7.3 contributors to the nation’s vertising for real estate 4p-6g RIGHTS TO THE CHILD. which is in violation of the Unless you appear you will no measurable growth. percent, or about $750 GDP growth included law. Our readers are hereby HELP WANTED: Employ- not be entitled to further The bureau measures the million. Retail accounts for nondurable goods manu- informed that all dwellings ment Opportunities managed written notices of publication gross domestic product, a little more than 5 percent facturing, retail trade and advertised in this newspaper by Chartwells, has a job ope- notices of the proceedings in or GDP, for each state. of Illinois’ GDP. professional, scientific and are available on an equal op- ing at Jonesboro Elementary. this case, including the filing That’s the total value of But the growth in those technical services. portunity basis. To complain Shift is from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. of an amended petition or a goods produced and ser- motion to terminate parental of discrimination call HUD daily at $9.25/hour. Food ex- vices provided during a toll-free at 1-800-669-9777. rights. perience a plus. Background given period. Need some extra cash? 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Dated: January 7, 2020 That sector grew at an gptfn tfn n/c 5g annualized rate of 5.8 per- Call (618) 833-2158 cent, which translates to Page 6 - Section A Thursday, January 16, 2020 The Gazette-Democrat Edna Havlen Harold E. Gee Obituaries Edna Havlen, 81, of Don- Harold E. Gee, 92, of Lick gola, died at 3:20 p.m. Friday, Creek, died Friday, Jan. 10, Jan. 10, 2020, at her home. 2020, at the VA Medical Irene Dalian Kojder She was born on Feb. 3, Center in Marion. Irene “Rene” Dalian Koj- 1938, in Charleston, Mo., the He was born on Sept. 2, der, 94, of Ozark, died Sun- daughter of Robert E. and 1927, in Jackson County, the day morning, Jan. 12, 2020. Addie Chumblee King. son of Harvey Orland and She was the youngest She was an LPN for many Grace Gertrude Reames Gee. daughter of 11 children of years. He married Joanna Mae Ferdinand Thelian Dalian She is survived by her three Duncan on Jan. 20, 1951, in and Rosalia Goestl, immi- daughters, Kathy (Scott) Carbondale. She preceded grants from Gottschee, which Brady of Alabama, Donna him in death on Aug. 19, was a distinct enclave in (Barry) Roslin of Florida 1996. the Holy Roman and Aus- and Valerie (Tom) Hill of Mr. Gee is survived by tro-Hungarian Empires for Anna; eight grandchildren, James Havlen, Todd Rauck- his children, Leanne (Ron) centuries. This incredibly man, Josh Rauckman (Angel Gomez), Emily (Zachary) Thompson of Lick Creek, beautiful land was culturally Grimes, William (Dora) Havlen, Amie Havlen, Thomas Ileen Jarvis of Creal Springs, Tina Bene- destroyed between the two Hill and Chelsea Hill (Josh Kaufman); great-grandchildren field (Ricky Ditterline) of Lick Creek, World Wars. Haylee and Sophia Rauckman, William, Kurtis, Kaitlin Terri (Tom) Harrison of Carbondale, The land on which her an- and Lauren Havlen, Harmony Cain, Robert and Matthew Jeffrey (Pam) Gee of Carterville, Tommie cestors were born is now part of the Republic of Slovenia Magnum, Madyson and Kalynn Hill, Dixie and Jarrett (Stephanie) Gee of Carterville, Nancy (Greg) Smith of on the Austrian border. Kaufman; one great-great-grandson, Theo Havlen; two Carbondale and Dylan Myers of Anna; 15 grandchildren; Hers was a very patriotic family who found refuge in brothers, Julian and Floyd King; a brother-in-law, Paul 28 great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; America with all her brothers and one sister serving on Havlen; Robin Norman, who was like a daughter to her; a sister Ruth Lipe of Carbondale; many other relatives active duty during World War II, and Rene working as a Amanda Victor and children, Shanna, Jonathan, Justin and friends. secretary at the Navy Yards in Joliet. Lassiter (Tracy Rainbolt-Harris) and their children, Luke, He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Her father built the first house on what would later Laura, Dillon, Brad (Sarah) Norman, and their children, Joanna Mae Gee; grandchildren Ronald Dean Jr. and become the west side of Joliet. That house at 907 Kelly Kazden and Myles, who were like her grandchildren; and Clint Edward Thompson; great-grandchildren Mikenzie Ave. was where she was born on Sept. 7, 1925. long-time friend, Sue Ford-Gebken. Nicole Bracken and Trevor Dawson Benefield; an infant She was married to Salvatore Collofello before World She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Wil- brother, James Sydney Gee; brothers Carroll Everett and War II, and after the war to Clyde J. Moore, who was born liam Havlen; three sisters, Marie, Lois and Alice; one Kennith Orlan Gee; sisters Norma Lee Wolfe and Wonda in Creal Springs and reared in Vienna. brother, Roger; and J. D. Norman. Lou Vancil and son-in-law Paul Benefield. Together they had two children, Lynn Moore, wife Per her wishes, there will be no services. Cremation Mr. Gee was a member of the New Hope Baptist Church of Brian Marshall McCreery, and Gary Richard Moore, will be accorded. for many years. husband of Melinda Rumpf. Crain Funeral Home in Anna-Jonesboro is in charge He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II. He Her third husband was the love of her life, Richard N. of arrangements. spent his career as a master carpenter and taught mill- Kojder, an accomplished musician, glass blower (in the old To view the obituary or to leave an wright courses at Southern Illinois University for several traditional European methods) and a man for all seasons. online condolence for the family visit years. They spent their happiest years in rural Ozark, where www.crainsonline.com. He was a member of the American Legion and was she passed away in the home they shared surrounded by past commander for 35 years. Mr. Gee played a vital her loved ones. role in bringing the Illinois Veterans Home to Anna in She was a devout Catholic all her life, and did not be- Fred Alfred Frailey 1994. He received the honor of veteran of the month for lieve in the accumulation of wealth. Rather, she paid her Fred Alfred Frailey, 87, of his dedication and was presented the award by U.S. Sen. bills early, and then whatever money she had left went to Lick Creek, died Friday, Jan. Tammy Duckworth. veterans, missionaries, many Christian charities, no-kill 10, 2020, at Herrin Hospital. Funeral services were at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, at animal shelters and anonymously to single mothers who He was born on Nov. 22, Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Anna, with the struggled paying their utility bills. 1932, in Fidelity, the son Rev. Mike Miller officiating. She was a member of St. Paul’s Catholic Church, and of Sam and Anna Leivers Interment was in the Evergreen Cemetery in Makanda. attended Mass daily most of her life. Frailey. Graveside military rites were conducted by Carroll P. She was also a friend to animals, many which she He married Norma Jean Foster Post No. 3455 of the VFW in Anna and the Navy rescued after being horribly abused, left for dead and Cline on June 6, 1953, in funeral honor team. deserted. East Alton. Memorials can be made to St. Jude Children’s Research There will be a wake on Friday, Jan. 17, at Bailey Funer- Mr. Frailey was a gifted Hospital or to the CLC Hospice at the VA Medical Center al Home in Vienna. The Rosary will be recited at 4 p.m. guitar player. Throughout in Marion. Friday at the funeral home and all are invited to gather their 66-year marriage, he To view the obituary and to leave online condolences and participate. The visitation will begin immediately and Norma played, sang and for the family, visit www.rendlemanhilemanfh.com. following the Rosary service and continue until 7 p.m. evangelized for the Lord. To- Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, gether, they founded a church Home in Anna was in charge of ar- Jan. 18, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Paul Catholic Church near in Blodgett, Mo. rangements. Vienna. Father Thomas Barrett will be the celebrant. Mr. Frailey was a member of Faith Assembly of God Mrs. Kojder will be buried with her beloved husband Church in Wolf Lake. He was an avid hunter and fisher- Nola Mary Wenger Richard in Zion Cemetery, east of Ozark, and beside her man. He was a member of Union Lodge of Ancient Free Nola Mary Wenger, 99, of brother, Clarence Dalian. and Accepted Masons at Lick Creek. He joined the Odd Jonesboro, died Monday, Jan. Memorials can be made to no-kill animal shelters, the Fellows Lodge in Alton at the age of 18. 6, 2020, at Integrity Health- charity of the donor’s choice or to single mothers who He is survived by his wife Norma Frailey; one son, care in Anna. never have enough. Randy Frailey of Sikeston, Mo.; one daughter, Linda She was born on March 31, To share a memory or to leave an online message of Jean Frailey of Lick Creek; four brothers, Art (Carolyn) 1920, the daughter of Arthur condolence for the family, visit www.baileyfh.com. Frailey of Marion, Sam Frailey and Curt Frailey, both and Bertha Spillers Harris. Bailey Funeral Home in Vienna is in charge of ar- of Pontiac, and Larry (Ann) Goza of Florida; one sister, She married William Carl rangements. Lenora Dobbs of Jackson, Mo.; three grandchildren, Jason Bryant, who preceded her Gardner, Ben (Colleen) Frailey and Jessica Frailey; seven in death in 1985. She later Ann Etta Seliger great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and married Ronald E. Wenger. many friends. He preceded her in death in Ann Etta Seliger, 82, of He was preceded in death by his parents; a sister, Edna Anna, died Thursday, Jan. 9, 2002. Peters; as well as other siblings. She is survived by her 2020, at Memorial Hospital Funeral services for Mr. Frailey were at 1 p.m. Wednes- in Carbondale. children, Lynn David Bry- day, Jan. 15, at Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in ant and William Carl Bryant Jr.; grandchildren Tammy She was born on June 19, Anna, with Pastor Ron Thorn officiating. Interment was 1937, in Union County, the (Michael) Sheffer, Jason (Heidie) Bryant, Virgil (Tonya) in Ebenezer Hall Cemetery in Lick Creek. Diel Jr., Vandy Diel, Mitchell Bryant, Michael ( Lee Anne) daughter of Lester Osman To view the obituary and to leave online condolences and Cynthia Mae Williams Bryant, Anthony “Guy” (Sherri) Bryant, Mellissa (Jason) for the family, visit www.rendlemanhilemanfh.com. Winchester, Sylvia (Eric) Needham, Kevin Bryant, Terry Miller. Rendleman & Hileman Funeral She married George Se- Bryant and Darin Bryant; several great-grandchildren; Home in Anna was in charge of ar- two great-great-grandchildren; siblings Dorothy Hileman, liger on May 11, 1963. He rangements. preceded her in death on Jan. Helen Dodd and Wayne Harris; other relatives and friends. 24, 2009. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband She is survived by her Nancy N. Ebert William Carl Bryant; husband Ronald E. Wenger; a son, son, Dale (Kim) Seliger of Nancy N. Ebert, 81, of Anna, died Wednesday, Dec. Lovie Bryant; one brother; and two sisters. Monee; siblings Eleanor Clardy of Anna, Larry (Jane) 25, 2019, at her home. She was a member of the Ware Methodist Church. Miller of Cobden, Donna Miller of Texas, Cynthia Hall She was born on April 26, 1938, the daughter of Arthur Funeral services were at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 14, at of Anna, Betty (Max) Casey of Buncombe, Janet (Jack) Raymond Sr. and Clarice Manning Newberry. Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Home in Jonesboro. Virgil Treece of Marissa and Jim (Rhonda) Brumitt of Jonesboro; She is survived by her son, Donald Ebert of Chicago; a Diel officiated. Interment was in Alto Pass Cemetery. nieces and nephews; other relatives and friends. grandson, Matthew Ebert of Loves Park; a brother Arthur Memorials can be made to PAWS or to the Alto Pass She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Newberry Jr. of Seaford, Del.; other relatives and friends. Cemetery. To view the obituary and to leave online condolences George Seliger; a daughter, Gail Seliger; siblings Joyce She was preceded in death by her parents and by a son, for the family, visit www.rendlemanhilemanfh.com. Miller, Gerald Miller and Carol Miller; and two brothers- Steven Ebert. Rendleman & Hileman Funeral in-law, Jim Clardy and Larry Hall. There will be no services held. Home in Jonesboro was in charge of Mrs. Seliger was a member of the Anna Heights Baptist To view the obituary and to leave online condolences arrangements. Church in Anna. She and her husband owned and oper- for the family, visit www.rendlemanhilemanfh.com. ated Steger True Value in Steger from 1969 to 2013. She Rendleman & Hileman Funeral loved to travel and most recently she went on a mission Home in Anna was in charge of ar- trip to Israel. rangements. We would like to thank everyone for their Funeral services were at 1 p.m. Monday, Jan. 13, at prayers, cards, phone calls, hospital visits, Anna Heights Baptist Church, with Pastor Darryl Williams officiating. Interment was in the Anna Cemetery. flowers, kindness and love shown to our Memorials can be made to Anna Heights Baptist Obituaries Online at family in the loss of our son, Steven Ray Church. Glasco. A special thank you to Crain Fu- To view the obituary and to leave online condolences annanews.com for the family, visit www.rendlemanhilemanfh.com. neral Home and Rev. Bob Richardson for Rendleman & Hileman Funeral your thoughtfulness and support which was Home in Anna was in charge of ar- very much appreciated at this difficult time rangements. THANK YOU in our lives. The family of Shaun Eudy Thank you, Anna Church of the Nazarene, Ronny L. Hancock would like to thank our family and those providing food for the funeral din- Ronny L. Hancock, 85, of Ware, died Monday, Jan. and friends for the love and 13, at his home. ner for our family and friends following the Funeral arrangements were pending at Rendleman & support shown to us during funeral. Your love and kindness will never be Hileman Funeral Home in Jonesboro. this difficult time. forgotten. To view the obituary and to leave online condolences for the family, visit www.rendlemanhilemanfh.com. Vivian Bennett Sincerely, Rendleman & Hileman Funeral Vernon & Patricia Glasco and Jay Eudy 5GC Home in Jonesboro is in charge of 5GC arrangements. The Gazette-Democrat Thursday, January 16, 2020 Section A - Page 7

late his yields but predicts Vivian Sue Byrd “considerably less than what Vivian Sue Byrd, 70, of Corn, soybean production we wanted or needed.” Cape Girardeau, died at 1:38 In 2018, 100 percent of p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7, Illinois’ corn and soybeans 2020, at St. Francis Medical drops by roughly 20 percent were harvested by late No- Center in Cape Girardeau. Record-wet planting season caused dramatic decrease in yields vember, according to the She was born on April 30, By Ben Orner els. Illinois then saw its USDA. Swanson said he 1949, in Cape Girardeau, Capitol News Illinois Yield per acre was down third-wettest May and wet- knows of some farmers in the daughter of Clifford and borner@capitol- 14 percent for corn at 180 test June in state history, his district who still have Elsie Leota Brown Jacobs. newsillinois.com bushels and 15 percent for forcing many farmers to crops yet to harvest. She married Edwin “Ed” SPRINGFIELD – Pro- soybeans at 54 bushels. plant most of their crop in Despite the difficult year, Byrd on Nov. 14, 1981. He duction of Illinois’ two That’s the lowest for corn the summer. Illinois farmers were able preceded her in death on Jan. most valuable crops fell by since 2015 and the lowest “Just about every time to harvest 97 percent of 18, 2006. roughly one-fifth last year, for soybeans since 2013. these farmers were turning corn acres planted and 99 of Mrs. Byrd retired from according to final crop yield Wetter-than-normal plant- around, they were being soybean acres. Shoe Carnival and also numbers released Friday, ing and growing conditions hammered with the worst Illinois also continues to worked at Finney’s Drug Jan. 10, by the U.S. Depart- are to blame for last year’s field conditions that they had be a national leader in those Store. She was a lifetime member of VFW Ladies Auxil- ment of Agriculture. stunted production, said seen,” Doherty said. two crops, producing the iary No. 3838 in Cape Girardeau and a member of Good Corn and soybean grow- Mike Doherty, senior econ- Record spring rain and most soybeans of any state Shepherd Church. ers saw production drop omist at the Illinois Farm periods of untimely rain and the second-most corn, She is survived by her mother, Leota Butcher of Cape 18.6 percent and 20.4 per- Bureau in Bloomington. during the fall harvest sea- behind Iowa. Girardeau; brothers Jerry (Joann) Jacobs of Tamms and cent respectively compared “We had the latest-plant- son forced late harvests Nationally, soybean Tony (Charlene) Jacobs of Waterloo; a stepbrother, John to 2018. ed corn crop at least in my across the state. yields were down 20 percent M. “Butch” (Carolyn) Butcher of Tamms; a stepsister, Farmers harvested just history of 30 years as an ag Only 93 percent of Illi- from 2018. The top 16 soy- Teresa (Kenny) Stiff of Olive Branch; nephews Troy over 1.8 billion bushels of economist here” because of nois’ corn crop was harvest- bean-producing states saw (Christina) Jacobs of Jackson and Michael (Danielle) corn, down from more than record-breaking spring rain, ed by the end of November, production drop between 8 Jacobs of St. Louis; a cousin, Curtis Jacobs of Thebes; 2.2 billion the year before. Doherty said. “I’ve never according to USDA figures, percent in Kansas and 42 and a special friend, Larry DeClue of Cape Girardeau. Soybean production de- seen anything like it.” the lowest total in a decade. percent in South Dakota. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by creased from around 667 January through June was “It was probably one of Only Delaware, North Car- her fathers, Clifford Jacobs and John M. Butcher Sr.; million bushels to just over the wettest first six months the most stressful growing olina and Pennsylvania saw grandmother Cassie Wright; nephew Jason Jacobs; and a 532 million. on record in Illinois, accord- seasons that most farmers increases. stepbrother, Jack Butcher. 2019 was the worst year ing to the state climatolo- can probably remember,” Corn yields dropped only Funeral services for Vivian Byrd were at noon Monday, for corn since 2012, when gist’s office. said State Rep. Dan Swan- 5 percent nationally. A num- Jan. 13, at Crain Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau. Bobby farmers produced about 1.3 In April, the month when son, R-Alpha. ber of top-growing states, Kirby officiated. Interment was in Old Thebes Cemetery. billion bushels. farmers begin to plant corn Swanson grows about however, saw significantly To view the obituary or to leave an online condolence Soybean production had and soybeans, less than 1,600 acres of corn and soy- lower totals, including Min- for the family, visit www.crainsonline. its worst year since 2013, a week was suitable for beans on his farm in western nesota, Indiana and South com. which saw 461 million bush- planting. Illinois. He has yet to calcu- Dakota. Crain Funeral Home in Cape Gi- The low yields reported rardeau was in charge of arrangements. across the country were not as bad as experts had predicted, Doherty said. Wendell Hal Armstrong He says government assis- Wendell Hal Armstrong, 85, of Cobden, died Monday, tance like crop insurance Jan. 13, at Integrity Healthcare in Cobden. programs and trade aid pay- Funeral arrangements were pending at Rendleman & ments helped cushion the Hileman Funeral Home in Cobden. blow for farmers. To view the obituary and to leave online condolences “Given the yield numbers for the family, visit www.rendlemanhilemanfh.com. we had in Illinois, we would Rendleman & Hileman Funeral have had particularly some Home in Cobden is in charge of ar- counties where the entire rangements. county’s economy would have been a disaster,” he said. Anna City Council moves Crops, 2019 Yields A list of certain Illinois forward with plans to abate crops and their 2019 yields, compared to 2018: five public nuisance properties Corn: 1,846,000,000 Water in field near Shawnee Schools bushels; 18.6 percent drop. The Anna City Council is at the locations. Water was standing a field near the Shawnee Schools last Saturday Soybeans: 532,440,000 moving forward with plans In other business at last following heavy rain which had fallen in the region. The school buildings are bushels; 20.4 percent drop. to demolish five properties week’s council meeting, located along Illinois Route 3 near Wolf Lake. Hay: 1,140 tons; 12.91 which are deemed to be the city council approved percent drop. public nuisances. an ordinance to adopt a new Wheat: 36,850 bushels; The project was on the purchasing policy. 0.3 of a percent drop. agenda at last week’s reg- During discussion about Chicken, dumplings dinner set at church Oats: 650 bushels; 68.67 ular meeting of the city the matter, representa- A monthly chicken and Worship Center near the church, which is located percent drop. council. tives of several businesses and dumplings dinner is Cobden. at 4290 Old Highway 51 Illinois numbers for other The meeting was Tues- voiced concerns about what planned Saturday, Jan. 18, Serving is planned from North. popular crops, such as sor- day evening, Jan. 7, at Anna they said was a lack of local at the Immanuel Praise 4:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. at Carryouts are available. ghum and potatoes, were City Hall. purchases by the city. For more information, call not included in the USDA’s The city council last Mayor Steve Hartline 893-4916. report. week approved five res- said that as the city moves Zachary O’Neal joins paper’s staff olutions which declared forward, it will be looking Zachary O’Neal of Don- He is a 2019 graduate of the properties to be public for equal treatment and gola has joined the staff Dongola High School. nuisances. purchases from local busi- at Reppert Publications, O’Neal is attending The resolutions also nesses. which publishes The Ga- Shawnee Community Col- called for structures at the “We need to do business zette-Democrat. lege, where he is pursuing properties to be abated/ locally,” the mayor stated. O’Neal’s primary focus studies in agriculture busi- removed. “We want our business to will be advertising sales. ness management. 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Davie St. in Anna. ern Illinois, and children’s Events which are planned activities. during the weekend include a Highlights include Civil Blue and Gray Dinner; guest War Era guns and quilts, speakers; exhibits,which Civil War reenactors and include guns and quilts; Civil War era memorabilia. reenactors and storytelling; All activities during the and children’s activities. day are free and everyone Blue and Gray Dinner is invited. The Blue and Gray Din- The first speaker during ner is set for 6 p.m. Friday, the morning is scheduled Feb. 7. to be Paul Shetley. His pre- The guest speaker is sentation is set for 9 a.m. scheduled to be Paul Shet- Shetley will discuss cavalry ley, who wrote the book tactics. titled “The Bloody Ninth: The schedule of guest A Chronicle of the Ninth speakers for the rest of the Illinois Volunteer Infantry day includes: Regiment in the Civil War.” 10 a.m. Dr. Susan White- Lots of water in Wolf Lake His interest in the Amer- mountain will talk about the Water had filled ditches in the Wolf Lake area last Saturday after heavy rain fell during the night. The ican Civil War began when, role cotton played. photograph was taken late Saturday morning at the intersection of Illinois Route 3 and the State Forest as a very young boy, he 11 a.m. U.S. Forest Ser- Road. visited the Shiloh Battlefield vice archaeologist Heather with his parents. Carey will talk about action Shetley is a reenactor at Battery Rock. Village of Cobden notes IMUA scholarship with a cavalry unit. He is the 1 p.m. Mike Jones, the di- retired director of the envi- rector of the General John A. ronmental resources training Logan Museum in Murphys- program applications available for 2020 center in the School of Engi- boro, is scheduled to speak. The Village of Cobden, Applicants must be high ly-owned and operated util- gas, telecommunications, neering at Southern Illinois 2 p.m. Marlene Rivero in partnership with the Il- school seniors whose par- ities, face a myriad of eco- water and wastewater treat- University Edwardsville. will portray Harriet Tubman. linois Municipal Utilities ents or legal guardians are nomic, environmental and ment systems. Shetley has bachelor of 3 p.m. Historian Glen Association, IMUA, is again residential customers of the other challenges which war- The deadline for submit- science and master of sci- Bishop will give a presenta- offering a scholarship com- Village of Cobden municipal rant creative and innovative ting applications and essays ence degrees from SIUE. He tion titled “Holding on to the petition program for eligible utility. solutions,” Winzenburger is Friday, March 6. Appli- is a registered professional Last Man.” high school seniors. Cobden Village Clerk said in a news release. cants can contact IMUA’s geologist. Sunday Open House Each eligible applicant Karen Winzenburger said “Creating a greater DeeDee Bunch at 217-789- The Blue and Gray Din- The PAST organization of is asked to submit an appli- the program has a dual pur- awareness of these issues 4632 or [email protected] ner will be catered by The Union County plans to wel- cation and an essay of 500 pose: among tomorrow’s leaders for more information. Kitchen on Lafayette, which come visitors to its Heritage words or less addressing •To promote and recog- can be the first step in help- is in Anna. House in Jonesboro. their choice of one of four nize scholastic achievement. ing to determine effective, News from Tickets are $25. Those An open house is sched- utility-related questions. •To create greater aware- long-term solutions, both who plan to attend are asked uled from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 The top four vote-getters ness among young adults now and into the future,” Walnut Grove to RSVP by no later than p.m. Heritage House is lo- in this year’s essay compe- of the many issues facing she added. Feb. 1 by emailing vab- cated at 102 S. Main St. in tition will receive a final- consumers and public power “Since its inception in Church [email protected] or calling Jonesboro. Admission will ist certificate and a $1,000 municipalities today. 2000, IMUA’s scholarship On the Baptism of the Lee Hackney’s cell 1-904- be $5 per person. scholarship award check “Today’s energy provid- program has proven to be a Lord Sunday, Jan. 12, at 625-1109. For more information from IMUA. ers, including municipal- very popular and success- Walnut Grove United Meth- Saturday Activities about the Civil War Week- ful program for IMUA, its odist Church, Madge and The Anna Arts Center is end, visit www.southern- Jonesboro Grade School members and the communi- Gus lit the altar candles scheduled to be open from mostillinois.com. ties they serve,” said Kevin while Johnathan played the announces honor students M. Gaden, president and musical prelude on the pia- Jonesboro Grade School 7th grade, high honors: CEO of the IMUA. no, and Gus also collected announces honor students Logan Abernathy, Thom- “Public power communi- the offering. for the second quarter of the as Coleman, Zoe Jones, ties offer their customers a The congregation sang 2019-2020 academic year. Chesnee Marks, Lucas Sala- number of cost, efficiency, “Happy Birthday” to Madge. 8th grade, high honors: zar. service and other advantages Scripture was from Mat- Miranda Bundren, Lizbeth 7th grade, honors: Sierra compared to those served by thew and Acts about the Carrillo, Ally Hasty, Alexan- Beggs, Kyle Conway, Ben other energy providers. Epiphany. dria Keller, Shaylee Moore, Hauser, Tyler Hileman, Ol- “IMUA’s scholarship pro- Pastor Bobbi talked about Torie Ralls. ivia Schaefer, Aaron Sheffer. gram is another example the baptism of Jesus and 8th grade, honors: Ca- 6th grade, high honors: of how municipally-owned how “it brings him closer dence Black, Jasmine Buck, Travis Burgher, Graydon and operated utility sys- to us.” Baptism is one of the Dylan Harvel, Mya Laster, Edmonds, Raegan Jones, tems can help return value sacraments of the Methodist Ella Lingle, Jason McAlister, Reese Jones, Grant Lingle, to their communities while Church. Om Patel, Brilea Smith. Aidan McFadden, Kenzie at the same time, provide a Prayers were request- Miller, Kayleigh Wheaton. measure of financial assis- ed for Karen Lamer, Gary Hospital district 6th grade, honors: Blake tance and support to those Hartline, those affected by Dillow, Landon Lofton, Hei- students who wish to pursue the recent storms and the board to meet di Miller, Jayci Needling, a college education.” nation’s military men and The Union County Hospi- Lucas Tehandon. Since it began, the pro- women. tal District Board of Direc- 5th grade, high honors: gram has awarded more than The next ladies’ lunch is tors plans to meet on Jan. 23. Blake Abernathy, Macken- $47,000 to 88 students from planned Feb. 7 at 11:30 at El The meeting is scheduled zie Barnhart, Hannah Hale, 29 different IMUA member Jalepeño. to begin at 6:15 p.m. at the Elizabeth Hill, Norah Kelley, communities statewide. The Sunday service, Brick House Grill in Anna. Presley Knupp, Kinley Leek, Organized in 1948, which includes Sunday The agenda for the meet- Brooke Sheffer, Mackenzie IMUA is a statewide trade School for children, starts ing will include the Union Turner, Haydyn Williamson. association which represents at 9:30 a.m. County Hospital District 5th grade, honors: Kylee the unified interests of, and The church is located at Board financial reports, Campbell, Emma Craig, provides services to, 50 mu- 3195 Mountain Glen Rd. business updates and auxil- Connor Stanley, Matthew nicipalities which operate near Cobden, and near Illi- iary bylaws. Turner, Aryana Williams. their own electric, natural nois Route 127. Civil War Weekend of Union County February 7-9, 2020 By Shawnee Hills Arts Council Anna Arts Center 125 W. Davie Anna, IL 618.634.3200 SHAWNEECC.EDU Friday, February 7, at 6:00 P.M. annual blue & Gray dinner Featuring: Paul Shetley, who wrote the book "The Bloody Ninth: A Chronicle of the Ninth on Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment in the Civil War." Call 904-625-1109 for reservations at $25 each no later than Saturday, Feb. 1. Dinner catered by The Kitchen on Lafayette. theR to Osuccess!AD Saturday, February 8, FroM 9:00 a.M. - 4:00 P.M. ONLINE & LATE START CLASSES AVAILABLE Free events include history exhibits, guest speakers, Civil War era guns, quilts & memorabilia, encampment, children's activities and presentations. Presenters: Paul Shetley, Dr. Susan A Whitemountain, Heather Carey, Mike Jones, Marlene Rivero, Glen Bishop, Dr. Mark Wagner.

Sunday, February. 9, FroM 1:30 - 3:30 P.M. P.A.S.T. of Union County will host an Open House at the Heritage House, 102 S. Main St., Jonesboro. Darrell Dexter will give a presentation at 2 p.m.

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Thursday, January 16, 2020 ©2020 Reppert Publications Section B Voice of Democracy, B-Truck license plate replacement underway In 2020, B-Truck plates Within 60 days they will Patriots Pen dinner that were manufactured receive their newly-designed from 2002 through 2007 license plates in the mail with hosted by Anna VFW post will be replaced. a new registration sticker The 15th District Veterans of Foreign Wars and its In 2021, B-Truck plates already affixed to the rear Auxiliary hosted their annual Voice of Democracy and that were manufactured license plate. Patriots Pen dinner on Jan. 4. The dinner was at the VFW’s from 2008 through 2009 Owners are encouraged Carroll P. Foster Post No. 3455 in Anna. will be replaced. to recycle their old plates During the dinner, in addition to the students who are Each year, the office will by taking them to an Illinois featured in the accompanying photographs, local winners continue to replace older Secretary of State facility in the Voice of Democracy contest who could not be pres- license plates with newly and disposing them in the ent were recognized, including Morgan Keller and Alyssa issued plates. tamper-proof bins. Flores. Torrie Ralls from Jonesboro School was a third- B-Truck license The process will be con- Motorists who do not place district winner in the Patriots Pen contest and also A B-Truck license plate program has been tinuous, and plates will be yet qualify for replacement could not be present for a photograph. Photos provided. launched by the Illinois Secretary of State’s office. replaced on a 10-year cycle plates may still request a The Illinois Secretary of License plates’ reflec- with a new plate design cre- new license plate at www. State’s office has launched tivity diminishes with age, ated every 10 years. cyberdriveillinois.com for a a B-Truck license plate re- which impacts the ability of “There are approximately replacement fee of $29. placement program. law enforcement to quickly 1.3 million B-truck vehicle In addition, vehicle own- Illinois Secretary of State and accurately identify li- owners and 8 million pas- ers with license plates that Jesse White said the cost-ef- cense plate numbers. senger vehicle owners in are showing signs of wear ficient program is beginning “This is a forward-think- Illinois,” White said. and are difficult to read may in January to replace the old- ing, long-term solution that Vehicle owners will be visit www.cyberdriveillinois. est B-Truck license plates. does not require a complete notified by mail if they com to apply for a newly-de- The newly designed replating overhaul for pas- qualify for the new license signed plate at no charge. plates will be no additional senger and B-Truck plates, plates. Vehicle owners may re- cost to Illinois taxpayers. which would cost around When they renew their new their vehicle registra- A replacement program $60 million,” White said in vehicle registration, they tion by visiting an Illinois for passenger plates began a news release. will be provided with a Secretary of State facility, in January 2017. Through “This plan removes older sticker with a “T” on it to going online at www.cyber- early January, 2 million plates and replaces them affix to the rear license plate driveillinois.com, by mail or passenger plates had been with newly-designed plates of their vehicle. by calling 800-252-8980. replaced. within our current budget. White said the purpose This will ensure that no li- The first-place winner in the Voice of Democracy of the program is to en- cense plate on the road will Rural Health welcomes contest was Madilyn Gawrych-Turner from Anna- sure, now and in the future, be more than 10 years old.” Jonesboro Community High School. Madilyn won that older passenger and Under the program, the scholarship applications local and district awards. Her essay was sent for B-Truck license plates on oldest license plates will be Rural Health Inc. an- health care degree or certifi- state judging. A banquet honoring state winners Illinois roads are replaced. replaced first. is planned in February in Springfield. From left nounces that it is funding cate at an accredited college are Auxiliary president Phillip Wright, Madilyn and administering eight or university. Gawrych-Turner and post commander Jerry Forcht. Veterans suicide prevention health care scholarship op- Provide proof of enroll- portunities. ment at an accredited in- Rural Health Inc. offers stitution of higher learning legislation signed into law health care in a service prior to receiving the mon- The bipartisan Support the face of the VA’s efforts area which includes Union, for Suicide Prevention Co- to combat veteran suicide. etary award, which will Johnson and Massac coun- be issued in the form of a ordinators Act has been They identify high-risk ties. signed into law. veterans and ensure they check made directly to the RHI offers services in student for college-related The legislation was intro- receive appropriate care, OB/GYN, medical, dental, conduct outreach and pro- expenses. duced in Congress by U.S. and psychiatry. mote awareness and suicide Complete the Rural Rep. Mike Bost, R-Ill., U.S. A $1,000 scholarship will prevention best practices Health scholarship appli- Rep. Anthony Brindisi, be awarded to a high school within VA, among other cation packet and submit D-N.Y., and U.S. Rep. Jim senior at each of the follow- responsibilities. to the guidance counselor Banks, R-Ind. The measure ing schools: Anna-Jones- was signed recently by Bost said many suicide by March 11, 2020. prevention coordinators boro, Cobden, Dongola, The application packet President Donald Trump. Goreville, Joppa, Massac report being overworked submitted by each student The bill requires the County, Shawnee and Vi- and unable to keep up with will include: comptroller general of the enna. United States to conduct their many responsibilities. A completed application The Support for Suicide Applicants will be recog- an assessment of the re- nized for their desire to pur- form. sponsibilities, workload, Prevention Coordinators A 300-word typed essay Act would help ensure these sue a career in health care. Aubrey Fisher from Cobden High School received and vacancy rates of the Rural Health Inc. out- discussing the reasons the Department of Veterans’ men and women have the applicant is pursuing a de- a local award for entering the Voice of Democracy tools and resources they lined details for scholarship contest, which was sponsored by the VFW. From Affairs’ suicide prevention gree in health care, includ- need to provide veterans applicants. Applicants must: left are Auxiliary president Phillip Wright, Aubrey coordinators in order to ing the applicant’s health with critical mental health Currently be enrolled as a Fisher and post commander Jerry Forcht. address the troubling uptick care goals for the future. resources, Bost said. high school senior attending in veteran suicides. school at Anna-Jonesboro, An official transcript. “We lose 20 veterans Dallas Marks Cobden, Dongola, Gorev- A letter of recommenda- each day to suicide, which ille, Joppa, Massac County, tion by a faculty member, is 20 too many,” Bost said earns degree Shawnee or Vienna. signed and dated. in a news release. Complete high school Only completed packets “We have a duty to en- requirements by the spring will be accepted. sure veterans have access to of 2020. Applicants may not be critical tools and resources Be in the top 30 percent children of Rural Health during their time of need, of their class. Inc. employees or Rural and this bipartisan legis- Have plans to pursue a Health Inc. board members. lation is a step in the right direction. “Thank you to President Proposed highway project Trump for signing this crit- ical legislation into law to focus of task force report let our veterans know that The Southwest Illinois nomic development in our they are not alone, and that Connector Task Force has region. It will bring growth Agustin “Steen” Vaca Diez from Anna-Jonesboro help is available.” released its final recom- to Southern Illinois Univer- Community High School received a local award for Bost said that suicide mendations. sity in Carbondale and the entering the Voice of Democracy contest. From left prevention coordinators are The task force was cre- Kaskaskia Port District, as are Auxiliary president Phillip Wright, Steen Vaca ated by a resolution intro- well.” Diez and post commander Jerry Forcht. Trail hike duced by State Sen. Paul Specific recommenda- Schimpf, R-Waterloo. tions by the task force in- topic of talk The task force was cre- clude funding for a four-lane In December 2018, Chris ated to study the cost, fea- highway from Waterloo to Benda hiked the River to sibility and environmen- Murphysboro to “enhance River Trail, from Elizabeth- Dallas Marks tal impact of a proposed capacity and reduce travel town on the Ohio River to Chuck and Emilee Marks four-lane divided highway times, eliminate freight Grand Tower on the Missis- of Jonesboro announce the between Waterloo and Mur- bottlenecks and congestion, graduation of their son, physboro. sippi River. promote tourism, boost Benda blogged about his Dallas Marks, from the The group also looked at infrastructure investment experiences during the hike. University of Illinois at the short and long term eco- and economic activity in the On Sunday, Jan. 19, at 2 Champaign-Urbana. nomic impact to the region, p.m. at the visitors center Dallas received a bach- and all options for funding region and enhance safety at Giant City State Park elor’s degree in chemical the project. for all users.” near Makanda, Benda is engineering on Dec. 21, “I would like to thank the Members of the task scheduled to talk about the 2019. members of the Task Force force included representa- challenges he faced on the While at U of I, Dallas and Chairman Dr. Marc tives from business, labor, hike. was a member of the Phi Kiehna for their work and education, state and local The program is free and Kappa Theta Fraternity. dedication to helping build elected officials, as well Olivia Jackson from Shawnee High School at open to the public, and no He also served on the the economy of Southwest- as the Kaskaskia Regional Wolf Lake received a local award for entering the registration is required. For Illini Union Board as pres- ern Illinois,” Schimpf said Port District. Voice of Democracy contest. From left are Auxiliary more information, contact ident, as director of films in a news release. The full report can be president Phillip Wright, Olivia Jackson and post the Giant City visitors cen- and weekend entertainment “The four-lane highway viewed at www.siconnec- commander Jerry Forcht. ter at 618-457-4836. and director of Illinites. would be a boon for eco- tor.com. Page 2 - Section B Thursday, January 16, 2020 The Gazette-Democrat Cobden readers honored Cobden Elementary School has recognized students who achieved their goals for December in the school-wide Accelerated Reading program. Students are required to read books and take comprehension tests on a computer to achieve 25 Point Club: In the first row are, from left, Maddex Raganyi, Myles Ferrell, Daphne Jackson, Preston Wren, Gus Stevens, their points. Photos Lindsay Hillard and Olive Brehm. In the second row are Cooper Duckworth, Maci Escue, Estrella Ambrocio, Elizabeth Garcia, provided. Natalia Godinez, Ada Morber, Zaira Uribe and Thaniel Sheridan.

100 Point Club: Tyler Shoemate and Madge 50 Point Club: From left are Alex Miranda, Carter Miller, Conner Schroeder, Matthew Marks and Stevens. Caroline Taylor. Marquez Pitts could not be present for the picture. News from Reynoldsville News Shawnee Junior-Senior High Camp Ground Church, By Sue Eudy Fair City were Russ and names honor roll students, Sue and Steve Eudy and Patsy Pender and Leslie Community Brian and Susan Eudy of Grace of Olive Branch, those with perfect attendance The Rev. Dee Ann Karen Vaughn is the lead Jackson, Mo., visited with Brad and Lori Pender and Shawnee Junior-Senior Freshmen: Grace Rob- Thompson’s sermon Sun- elder for January. David and Melinda Gibbs Gary Gibbs, all of Jones- High School at Wolf Lake inson, Rylie Wahaib. day was titled “Into the Aldi and Vodra Gerard of Statesboro, Ga., last boro. announces high honor roll Sophomores: Con- Muck and Muddle,” with celebrated their 8th birth- week. You are invited to at- and honor roll students for nor Benbrook, Autumn scripture from Matthew. day Jan. 1. On Jan. 12, they Roger Miller of Ullin tend services at Reynolds- the second quarter of the Derossett, Alexis Miller, In the selected scrip- were “guests of honor” at visited with Shirley Miller ville Missionary Baptist 2019-2020 academic year. Cyleigh Pearl. ture, at the Jordan River a birthday celebration with of McClure. Church. Sunday School The school also recog- Juniors: Jesse Camp, John was preaching of the their grandmother Vanda Bob and Elaine Ed- is at 9:30 a.m. Sunday nized students who had Mariah Faire, Jasmine coming of the savior and Gerard’s extended family wards of Wellsville, Mo., morning worship service perfect attendance during Graham, Kyliegh Harris, baptizing persons who were in Wingo, Ky. visited last Wednesday is at 10:30 a.m. Sunday the second quarter. Madisen Luttrull. repenting of their sins and Others celebrating birth- with Shirley Miller. evening worship service High Honor Roll Seniors: Anthony Buie, expressing belief in God. days during the first couple Recent visitors of Max- is at 6 p.m. Rev. Jamie 7th grade: Kelci Baber, Caleb Gabelman, Jere- Jesus came to the river of weeks of January have ine and Fred Pender of Bridgeman is the pastor. Noah Mayberry, Jaeda miah Hale, Kirsten Pitts, and asked John to baptize been Nancy Pind on the News from Qualls. Noveda Qualls, Colton Him. As John baptized 8th, Collin Crane on the 8th grade: Olivia Clo- Ross, Maddison Smith. Jesus, God spoke that “this 10th and Jhan Miller the ver, Kiersten Holloway, Perfect Attendance was His son in whom He 12th. First Baptist Church, Jonesboro On Sunday, Jan. 12, Pas- Sue Rendleman, Jan. 18, Karsynne Livingston, Al- 6th grade: Alana Davis, was pleased.” The church session had tor Perry Williams brought 56 years. lie Myers. Cindy Price. The message shared that its regularly scheduled the messages at both ser- The schedule for wor- Freshman: Abigail 7th grade: Kelci Baber, “Jesus had no reason to re- meeting after worship Sun- vices. Dee Rose led wor- ship at the church for this Smith. Miranda Crowden, Gracie pent as He was the perfect day. ship. coming week includes Bi- Sophomores: Gabriella Davisson, Mallory Follis, Son of God. Jesus’ baptism Camp Ground invites Gerry and Cynthia ble study at 9 a.m. on Sun- Smith, Ashlin Tweedy. Lincoln Ford, Noah May- marked the beginning of everyone to join them in Boehne provided special day, and worship services Juniors: Rachel Fox, berry. His earthly ministry: His Bible study and worship. music. at 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. Courtney Smith. 8th grade: Olivia Clo- stepping into the muck and Coffee and fellowship be- The Celebration Choir Dig-In Children’s Min- Seniors: Jesse Ellet, ver, Kayman Ford, Maris- muddle of human lives to gin at 9:30 a.m. Bible study plans to resume rehearsals istry for children from 3 Olivia Jackson, Koby Mc- sa Harris, Kiersten Hollo- bring them salvation.” is at 10 a.m. Worship is at 5 p.m. on Sunday, Jan. years of age through 6th Lane, Jayclynn Presut- way, Ryan Libbert, Allie Gage Roach and Rod- at 11 a.m. The church is 19. grade is planned from 6 ti, Ryan Schaefer, Scott Myers, Ethan Smith. ney Miller received the located at 50 Tunnel Ln., Birthdays: Robert Mc- p.m. to 8 p.m. on Wednes- Schmedeman. Freshmen: Jayden offering. east of Anna. Cain, Jan. 12; Carmen day. Honor Roll Cook, Colton Harris, News from Coffman, Jan. 14; J.D. Youth meet from 6 p.m. 6th grade: Landon Grace Robinson, Rylie Tripp, Jan. 15; John Cripps to 8 p.m. on Wednesday. Smith. Wahaib. Anna Nazarene Church Sr., Marcita Martin, Jan. An adult Bible study/ 7th grade: Savannah An- Sophomores: Koda Congregational songs Shepard. 18. prayer meeting is planned drews, Miranda Crowden, Abraham, Connor Ben- during Sunday morning’s The evening message, Anniversary: Leon and at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Gracie Davisson, Mallory brook, Alexis Miller. worship service were led “Jesus is Coming Back,” Follis. Seniors: Anthony Buie, by Pastor Randy Wright was brought by Pastor Maple syrup production workshop set 8th grade: Luke Choate, Jesse Ellet, Olivia Jack- and the worship team. Wright. University of Illinois tree identification, equip- Marissa Harris, Ryan Lib- son, Kirsten Pitts, Noveda Ushers for the morning Birthday: Kaylee Smith, Extension has announced ment needs, tree tapping, bert, CJ Schaefer, Brody Qualls, Ryan Schaefer, worship service were Matt Jan. 12. plans for the fifth annual sap collection, boiling and Wills. Scott Schmedeman. Macy, T.J. Macy, Jason A food drive is planned backyard maple syrup pro- finishing maple syrup. Elkins and Terry Wiseman Jan. 19 for “You Been duction workshop at the University of Illinois Ex- VFW to serve chicken, dumplings Sr. Blessed Ministries,” with Dixon Springs Agricultural tension will provide a maple The Auxiliary to the Vet- located at 70 VFW Ln. Special music was pro- everyone asked to bring a Center. syrup program for kids. erans of Foreign Wars Car- near Anna. vided by Jacob Wells. The non-perishable item. The free program is Those who want to attend roll P. Foster Post No. 3455 Chicken and dumplings, morning message, “Stand- A missionary service is scheduled from 10 a.m. to the workshop are asked to of Anna plans to serve a corn, green beans, rolls, ing on the Promises,” was planned at 6 p.m. on Jan. noon on Saturday, Feb. 1. register by Jan. 30. Regis- chicken and dumplings desserts, tea and coffee brought by Pastor Wright. 19. Everyone is asked to The agricultural center is lo- tration and more informa- dinner Friday, Jan. 17. will be served for a $10 During the Sunday eve- bring something for the cated at 354 State Highway tion are available by calling The dinner will be donation. The public is ning worship service, con- meal. 145N in Simpson. the agricultural center at served from 5 p.m. to 7 welcome. Carry outs will gregational songs were led Sunday School begins at The program will cover 618-695-2441. p.m. at the post, which is be available. by Pastor Wright and the 9:30 a.m. Worship services worship team. are Sunday at 10:35 a.m. Ushers for the evening and 6 p.m. and Wednesday worship service were Mark at 6:30 p.m. Smith, Robert Smith, Jason Quizzing is at 5 p.m. Elkins and Terry Wiseman on Sunday for children in Sr. grades 1 through 6. Youth Special music was pro- services and quizzing are vided by Jack and Nina at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.

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You can purchase a Monroe St., leave news in the back of the green box wreath anytime this year for at the right of my front door or call me at 833-5717. our December ceremony. Anna VFW High School Art Show was home for a few days Friday, Jan. 17, will be The annual high school on leave from the Marines the monthly chicken and art show is every Janu- and grandson Drew had not dumplings dinner from 5 ary-February at Little Egypt gone back to college yet. p.m. to 7 p.m. for a $10 Art Association in Marion. Thanks donation. Marie Samuel started the A special thanks to Carol A spaghetti dinner will Congratulations: Rodney Tweedy won the Titan Cup at the Monster Truck show over 10 years ago, and Frick, Janis Corrington, be served at the post Friday, Race held in Edinburg, Texas, Jan.11. The Titan Cup is won by accumulating the art center has kept it Devra Treece and Carole Jan. 24. Serving will start the most points out of five events. Rodney is the driver, Logan is the crew going. The kids get awards Watkins for giving me cred- at 5 p.m. A $10 donation is chief for the Bigfoot truck. They’re running in the Hot Wheels Racing Tour. and clubs and members give it when they renewed their requested. They’re scheduled to be in Cape Girardeau in April. From left are teammate cash and art materials. subscriptions to The Ga- A-J Women’s Club Scott Danuser, crew chief Logan Tweedy, Bigfoot driver Rodney Tweedy and Harley Davidson, banks zette-Democrat. GFWC Illinois An- Hot Wheels driver Christian Norman. and others donate prizes. Honor Wreaths for Vet- na-Jonesboro Women’s Marie reported that several erans Donations Club met at El Jalapeno’s from A-JCHS entered art Kay Johnson for Mar- Monday, Jan. 6. work. shall Johnson Vietnam, 2 Guest speaker was Gary Christmas Celebration Purple Hearts and 1 Bronze Dahmer, public works man- Carol Frick spent Christ- Medal. Matched by WAA ager for City of Anna. Gary mas with her daughter and Robert Johnson Korea both told about new things hap- family in Evansville, Ind. in our Anna Cemetery. Terry pening in Anna and spoke A few days later they and Barbara House for Wil- about conservation. Every- went to Carol’s daughter lie Gibson Army, Barbara’s one enjoyed a great dinner. in Mt. Washington, Ky. uncle, and Arthur House, The meeting was called Carol’s grandson Lucas Terry’s dad, matched by to order by president Jane WAA. Both were in the Bauer. Everyone stood and Philippines in World War II. said the Pledge of Alle- These are in memory of and giance to the flag of the Carol Tweedy Gordon celebrated her 82nd birthday with family and friends will be placed on veterans United States of America at the Vienna Diner. in our Anna Cemetery that and the Club Collect. do not have anyone to buy President Jane gave the a wreath for them. devotion. Martha Ann Webb GFWC Illinois An- told about public events. na-Jonesboro Woman’s Debbie Rossberg read the Club 2 wreaths in memory treasurer’s report and Susie of president Jane Bauer’s Kessler read the minutes of uncles one buried in Anna the last meeting. Donald Aldridge Army and Others present were one killed and buried in Martha Schwegman from France that we will put on Metropolis, Lillian Mi- a veteran that doesn’t have lam and Kay Johnson from one. Two also for veter- Jonesboro, Susie Kessler, ans that do not have one Barbara House, Barbara On Friday night, Feb. matched by WAA . Bauer and Clara Nell Butler 7, at 6 p.m., the Blue and From Jim and Sandra from Anna. Gray Dinner will feature Carter for Jim’s dad Everett Paul Shetley, who wrote Everyone worked on re- Carter and matched wreaths ports that will be turned in GFWC Illinois Anna-Jonesboro Women’s Club’s guest speaker was Gary the book “The Bloody from WAA for a veteran that Dahmer, Anna city public works manager, who spoke about conservation Ninth: A Chronicle of the of things done by the club doesn’t have one. for the last year to District and informed the ladies of things happening in our city. Those present were, Ninth Illinois Volunteer From Rebecca Redenbo seated, Gary Dahmer, Clara Nell Butler, Lillian Milam, Kay Johnson; standing Infantry Regiment in the 25. for her dad Lloyd E Re- The convention was dis- Martha Ann Webb, Jane Bauer, Martha Schwegman, Debbie Rossberg, Barbara Civil War.” His interest in denbo, and for a wreath for House, Susie Kessler, Barbara Bauer. the American Civil War cussed that will be March someone that doesn’t have began when, as a very 23 at The Kitchen on La- honored, Aphrodite, a street young boy, he visited one. Matched from WAA fayette at 11 a.m. lady, Kali, a warrior of the the Shiloh Battlefield for 2 veterans that do not Guest speaker for the future, Artie, a single wom- with his parents. have one. convention will be John an with a gender issue, Hel- Shetley is a re-enactor These wreaths were Wingate, soil conservation en, a woman who visits the with a cavalry unit. He bought in the special offer technician with USDA Nat- grave of her grandmother in is the retired director by Wreaths Across America ural Resources Conserva- Poland, and Rosalind, who of the environmental tion Service. has lived many lives. resources training The ladies are looking The play was written by center in the School of forward to having women David Rush of Murphys- Engineering at Southern from the district and state boro, and is being directed Illinois University attend the convention. by Dr. Lynn Steveson of Edwardsville. Shetley Everyone is welcome to rural Anna. has bachelor and master attend but reservations do Performances are sched- of science degrees from need to be made so contact SIUE and is a registered uled for Friday, Feb. 28, at A solo exhibit by GFWC Illinois Anna-Jonesboro professional geologist. Jane Bauer if you would 7 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 29, at Women’s Club member and LEAA fiber art chair The Blue and Gray like to attend. 7 p.m., and Sunday, March Marie Samuel will be in the visual and performing Dinner will be catered A-JCHS Class Reunion 1, at 2 p.m. art gallery at Southeastern Illinois College Jan. 21 by The Kitchen on Jerry Hines was asked to Both auditions and the through March 27. A reception will be held Feb. 23 Lafayette. Tickets are set up a 1960 class reunion play will be rescheduled at 2 p.m. in the upper (theatre) lobby outside the $25 and please RSVP no this year, it will be their 60 if weather is bad. (Snow or gallery. The fabric and fiber wall hanging exhibit later than Feb. 1, 2020, year reunion. More infor- ice.) Rehearsals will be set “Inspired By Art and Nature” features a series by emailing vabchlee@ Gaylon and Clara mation to come soon. when the show is cast. of tributes to artists such as Mary Cassatt, Van gmail.com or by calling Cates celebrated Birthdays If you wish further infor- Gogh, Renoir, Monet and others, including Georgia Lee’s cell 1-904-625- their 60th wedding Jan. 8 John Foley, 9 Sarah mation, call Lynn Steveson O’Keefe, and Faith Ringgold. Gallery hours are 1109. anniversary Jan. 15. Gentry celebrated her 16th at 618-697-2334. Auditions Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 birthday with a party given are open to anyone inter- p.m., when SIC is in session. Shown with two of the by her family at El Jalapeno, ested. SIC works is Marie Samuel. Tributes to Monet, left, Rosemary Dillow, Debbie Friends of Stinson and Renoir are early works in the series featured Hess, Tracey Thompson, Stinson Memorial Li- at SIC. 13 Carol Gordon celebrated brary Friends of Stinson with a party in Vienna. 15 first book sale of 2020 is ture from Proverbs. food pantry. Jim Koonce. coming in February. Special music by the la- Birthdays: Jan. 2 Troy Anna Arts Center Dates and times are: dies choir was “A Perfect Wiseman, 3 Guiola Mo- The Anna Arts Center Friday, Feb. 7, Friends Heart.” reland, 5 Dale Johnson, announces auditions for its appreciation sale, 4 p.m. to Sympathy to the family Mason Musgrave, 8 Austin second play in The Year of 6 p.m. of Annetta Seliger. Wilde, 9 Melba Nork, 13 the Woman series. Saturday, Feb. 8, 8 a.m. Loaves and Fishes dinner Denise Pippins, 15 Dr. Jerry Auditions for Women to 2 p.m. on Jan. 21 from 5 p.m. to Goddard, 16 Tyler Zachary, of Choice will be held Sunday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., 6 p.m. will be soup, sand- 17 Randy Hindman, 31 An- Congratulations to Hunter Smith and Madison Wednesday and Thursday, bag sale. wiches and desserts. At the drew Crain, Al Dammann. Miller on their recent engagement and the birth of Jan. 22-23, from 6 p.m. to Jam Session December meal 122 people Military Prayer List their first child, Asher Joe Smith, who was born on 7:30 p.m. Linda and Fred Clutts of Jan. 2, 2020. were served. Katelynn Williams, Lu- Actresses may come any Makanda playing her banjo The youth enjoyed a fun cas W. Davis, James Sulli- time during this period. You along Bob Wortham (Banjo night at the church in the van, Lindsey Keene, Jacob may also come both nights Bob) of Carterville went to lock-in. Schaefer, Jerod Schaefer, if you wish. Materials will Ullin at the community cen- The fellowship game Creighton Laster, Reagan be provided, and no prepa- ter to play music. A lot of night was last Friday. Wom- Morrison, Josh Steveson, ration is needed. One strong people didn’t show because en’s bible study meets Tues- Josh Williams, Faith Odom, singer is needed. of the bad weather reports. day at 1 p.m. Everyone wel- Jim Bonner, Jennifer Ann This play consists of the The weather wasn’t as bad come. Men’s Bible study Bishop, Arin Whitemoun- stories of 10 women of to- as Linda expected so they meets at 7 a.m. on Wednes- tain, James McWhorter, day, who each have made a were glad they went. day. Everyone welcome. Nick Harvel, Nona Eliza- choice, or are in the process United Methodist Church January greeters beth Luke, Lucas J. Strick- of making one. Church, Anna are Ronnie Watkins and land, William Nathaniel The characters are: Nora, Liturgist Terry Riley wel- Roger Spurlock. Frankell, Ethan Maze, Lu- a woman who loves to walk comed everyone. Guest The youth will serve a kas W. Davis, Tanner An- and run, Gail, a mother with pastor was Rev. David dinner Souper Bowl Sun- derson, Hayden Young, a career choice to make, Reynolds. David’s sermon day, Feb. 2. The menu will Garrett Goines, Kiefer Stull, Michelle, a soldier who Barbara Bauer and Beth Hileman were in was “Nobody’s Perfect,” feature chili, grilled cheese, Davis Jorden Glasco, Ryan Jacksonville, Fla., last week for a visit with Barb’s has been raped, Sharon, with scripture reading from dessert and drink. Cost is $6 Hampton, Brittany Michelle sister Jane Boyd Gimbel and to attend the funeral an artist with a painting to Matthew and 1 John. plus cans of soup. Soup cans Lence, Killian Jesse, Molly of Jane’s stepson, Allen Gilbert Gimbel Jr. Jane give away near the end of Children’s time was “The will be delivered to Shaw- Noyes, C.J. Youngerman, sends regards to all of her Union County friends. her life, Doris, a star being Happy Puppy,” with scrip- nee Development Council’s Freddy Morse. The Gazette-Democrat Thursday, January 16, 2020 Section B - Page 5 Governor announces recipients of 2020 Order of Lincoln honor The 2020 recipients of formal ceremony and gala Altman was inducted in reate, he is recognized as Council. source of science-driven the Order of Lincoln, which reception. the Astronaut Hall of Fame the father of agricultural McHenry was a distin- breakthroughs in Human is the state’s highest honor The laureates will join in 2018. biotechnology for devel- guished professor in the Ability. for professional achieve- a cohort of 354 Illinois Paul (Doug) Collins is oping the first genetically practice of diplomacy at the Mavis Staples is an ment and public service, citizens who have been an American basketball modified crops as a solu- School of Foreign Service American rhythm and have been announced by honored over the past 56 executive, former play- tion for farmers battling at Georgetown University blues and gospel singer, Gov. JB Pritzker. years. er, coach, and television damaging pests and weeds. from 1981 to 2014. actress and civil rights This year’s Lincoln Lau- Scott Altman, a former analyst, originally from Raised on a farm outside He also taught at South- activist. reates are Scott Altman, NASA astronaut, is a vet- Benton. Hoopeston, Fraley decided ern Illinois University, For more than 60 years, Paul (Doug) Collins, Rob- eran of four space shuttle He was the first overall early on that he wanted to Howard, American Uni- the Chicago native has ert Fraley, Donald McHen- missions, spending more pick of the 1973 NBA draft use science to develop bet- versity and Georgetown found success recording ry, Joanne Smith and Mavis than 51 days in space. and a four-time NBA All- ter technology for farmers. University. as a solo artist and member Staples. Originally from Pekin, Star. He represented the He earned a Ph.D. in mi- Dr. Joanne C. Smith, of her family’s band, The “With their achieve- Altman is a U.S. Navy cap- United States at the 1972 crobiology and biochem- is the president and chief Staple Singers. ments in science, medi- tain, engineer and test pilot. Summer Olympics. istry from the University executive officer of the Close friends of Martin cine, public service, the Commissioned as a He coached the Chica- of Illinois and authored Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Luther King Jr., The Staple arts, agriculture and ath- Navy ensign, he earned a go Bulls, Detroit Pistons, more than 100 ag-related (formerly Rehabilitation Singers were the spiritual letics, these distinguished master’s degree in aero- Washington Wizards and publications and patent Institute of Chicago or and musical voices of the Illinoisans have made our nautical engineering from Philadelphia 76ers. applications throughout RIC). civil rights movement. state proud,” Pritzker said. the United States Naval Both the National Col- his career. The Shirley Ryan Abil- Staples was recognized “They have worked tire- postgraduate school. legiate Basketball Hall He has become a leading ityLab is the global leader as a 2016 Kennedy Center lessly to improve the lives After a distinguished of Fame and NBA Hall voice for innovation in in physical medicine and Honoree and inducted into of the people of Illinois and career as a naval pilot and of Fame have inducted agriculture, passionately rehabilitation for adults and the Blues Hall of Fame. I’m so proud to award them test pilot, he was selected Collins. working to reset the public children with the most se- “The Lincoln Academy with our state’s highest for the NASA astronaut He has served as an an- conversation about science. vere, complex conditions. is honored to award the Or- honor.” program. alyst for various NBA-re- Donald F. McHenry She has led the orga- der of Lincoln to these six On Saturday, April 18, Logging more than lated broadcast shows on grew up in East St. Louis nization in its mission to remarkable individuals,” 2020, The Lincoln Acade- 7,000 flight hours in more CBS, NBC, TNT and TBS. and served as Ambassador provide the best patient said Frank Clark, chancel- my of Illinois plans to host than 40 types of aircrafts The basketball court at Illi- and Permanent Representa- outcomes through the high- lor of the academy. its 56th annual convocation during his career, he retired nois State University bears tive to the United Nations est-quality clinical care, “Abraham Lincoln ex- on the campus of Illinois from NASA in 2010 and his name. from 1979 to 1981. He was translational research, sci- emplified what is great State University in Normal. joined ASRC Federal En- Dr. Robert (Robb) Fra- also a Cabinet member for entific discovery and edu- about our state, and the At the convocation, gineering, Aerospace and ley is the former executive President Jimmy Carter. cation. achievements and contri- members of the academy Mission Systems, EAMS. vice president and chief Prior to these roles, he Today she is leading the butions of these honorees will honor the six out- and is currently the senior technology officer at Mon- was the United States Dep- Shirley Ryan AbilityLab continue to illustrate the standing Illinoisans with vice president for civil santo Company. uty Representative to the into its novel vision for vibrancy and richness of the Order of Lincoln at a programs. A World Food Prize Lau- United Nations Security the future: to be the global Illinois.” Television Listings

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Opinion and Please read this... By Geof Skinner Commentary Being average no longer good enough for schools By Jim Nowlan In a recent column, I noted that most, not all, downstate school districts perform below statewide averages on 11th-grade English and math tests. I didn’t blame anyone, instead noting that performance is directly correlated to the household incomes within each district; the lower the average incomes, the lower the test scores. Thus it has been since I began looking at these kinds of data decades ago. As downstate school districts tend to be lower in overall household income than their suburban counterparts, scores also tend to be lower. Another purpose was to startle downstaters – parents, community leaders and school folks – into working harder to become at least average. Nobody likes to think of his community as “below average.” And most folks have been unaware of their situation. But space limitations prohibited me from going further, A marker along Illinois Route 146 between Jonesboro and Ware (or Ware and Jonesboro, if you happen to to write about how Americans across the country appear to be heading the other way) recalls several important stories in the history of Union County. be sleepwalking through our own decline when it comes to education. Unfortunately, our grandchildren will pay a steep price for our provincial ignorance. Looking back at a little bit of local history... I am still haunted by my introduction to China, now Bear with me, folks, as I attempt to wrap up one more you do. As the DAR chapter suggested in an item which about 15 years ago. (Over the years, I have had three loose end left over from the dearly departed year 2019... was sent to this newspaper, the story of the Trail of Tears six-week gigs in that country, teaching short courses in and share a little bit of a history lesson, too. and “the perspective of the Native Americans is a story American politics to very bright seniors and graduate Last fall, in November, to be more specific, I motored that needs to be told more often.” students at top-tier Fudan University in Shanghai, then to Carbondale to hear a presentation about a tragic chapter The historical marker makes note of five other note- giving invited lectures at major universities in Xian, in the history of our nation which played out partly in worthy events in Union County’s history: Nanjing, Suzhou, Beijing and elsewhere.) Union County. *The creation of Union County on Jan. 2, 1818, when After a night’s sleep upon arrival in Shanghai, I took The presentation, which was at the Carbondale Public Illinois was still a territory. The county’s commissioners a walk early the next morning, a Saturday, around the Library, was about the Trail of Tears. For those of you who established Jonesboro as the county seat on land donated neighborhood of my “foreign experts’ quarters.” On the may not be familiar with the Trail of Tears, it involved the by John and Juliet Grammer. forced removal in the 1830s of thousands of Native Ameri- tree-lined sidewalk, I noticed youngsters in cute uniforms *In the 1850s, the Illinois Central Railroad planned to cans from their homes in the southeastern United States. gathering outside what was obviously an elementary run tracks through this area. Jonesboro was asked to have The presentation was given by Union County resident a survey made at a cost of $50. When the town failed to school. I walked on. Sandra Boaz at a meeting of the Daniel H. Brush Chapter The next day, I asked my host professor about this. She of the Daughters of the American Revolution. meet the requirement, Winstead Davie submitted a survey responded: “Oh, they were going to school. They go to I hope Sandra doesn’t mind that I’m using her name... routing the railroad through his property east of Jonesboro. school every Saturday until noon.” and sharing some of the important story she presented to A town was platted in 1854 along the tracks and Davie Further, the youngsters stay in the classroom each day an audience of about 80 people. named it “Anna” in honor of his wife, Anna Willard Davie. an hour longer than do students in the United States. And Those who were on hand were reminded that the Na- *On September 15, 1858, the third Lincoln-Douglas for about 35 more days each year, spread across the year, tive Americans who were forced from their homes were debate was held north of the Jonesboro Square. Lincoln rather than a long summer vacation here, when I am told people who had adapted to a new culture...they valued was a guest of D.L. Phillips at 511 S. Main in Anna. The much learning is lost. education...most were Christian...and they had modified debate was attended by less than 1500 people – the small- Yet, if an Illinois school superintendent and his/her their government so that it was patterned after the one est crowd of the series. board recommended Saturday classes, I imagine there which they thought would protect them. *During the Civil War, Anna served as one of the ren- would be riots in the streets. In China, if a school decided The forced exile of members of the Cherokee, Choc- dezvous points in Illinois for troops. Eight Union County against Saturday classes, I am told parents would rebel taw, Seminole, Chickasaw and Creek tribes would bring regiments were assembled here. General Grant spent one and demand there be such, as they insist upon everything thousands of Native Americans to Union County during week in Anna mustering in troops. In 1869 the Southern possible for their children’s education, and future. the bitter winter of 1838-1839. Hospital for the Insane – now the Choate Mental Health When I was going to elementary school post-World War An historical marker along Illinois Route 146 between Center – was built in Anna. II, the rest of the developed globe was prostrate, leveled in Jonesboro and Ware recalls that “during the frigid winter The historical marker, by the way, was sponsored by the many places by the conflict. Untouched, America boomed, of January 1839, thousands of Cherokee enroute from PAST organization of Union County and the Illinois State providing what the world needed. So, we could afford an Georgia to Indian Territory in Oklahoma, camped near Historical Society. PAST, along with the Union County easy-going school calendar. No longer. here along Dutch Creek. Unable to cross the Mississippi Historical Society, continue to work hard to ensure that With four times our population, China is already rac- due to floating ice, nearly 2000 of the 13,000 who began we remember history as it happened right here at home. the ‘Trail of Tears’ died during the journey.” The work they do is a good thing. ing ahead of us in some fields. It appears an open secret As was suggested at the talk in Carbondale, the Trail As has been noted often in this space, your writer thinks that the United States is trying to hobble China tech giant of Tears was “not a pretty story of a time in U.S. history, it is extremely important that we remember, and appreci- Huawei at least in part because that company has leapt but we can’t go back and change what happened.” Fur- ate, history: the history of the world around us, the history ahead of the United States on critical 5G-speed digital thermore, a chief justice of the Cherokee Supreme Court of our nation and the history which has unfolded right here technology. offered that the Cherokee are “not looking back, and in our little corner of the world. Our school kids have to do a lot better than “average”; neither should we; just move forward for the good of all.” Some folks say that nothing ever happens in Union otherwise they will be working for Asian executives one If you happen be driving along Route 146, and if you County. The historical marker standing along Route 146 day. Sure, China has many problems, such as the long- have not stopped to see the historical marker, make sure suggests otherwise. term consequences of its one-child policy, now abandoned, and its oppressive government system. Yet, we would be foolish to bank on China being slowed by such. Commentary I fear my scribblings of concern will be discarded by A Page from the Past those who prefer the comfort of not rocking the boat. And from the files of The Gazette-Democrat Can’t let our guard down I blame all of us, from leaders – afraid to buck public By Mike Estel Thursday, January 15, 1970 Iran scares the day lights out of me. backlash against any dramatic efforts to boost our educa- A number of fires have been reported in the Union tion outcomes – to the public, unwilling to, or ignorant I know we recently knocked off General Qassem So- County area during the past week. Residents are urged to leimani, a notorious individual that has been responsible of, the challenges we face. be particularly watchful (for) overheated stoves, furnaces, Now, how’s that for a rant! for the loss of American lives throughout the Middle East. flues and electric appliances during the current cold period, For many years, Jim Nowlan was a senior fellow and The missile attack they countered with didn’t cost any when temperatures have ranged below the freezing mark. political science professor at the University of Illinois in lives and really all it did was make a lot of noise and cause Urbana-Champaign. He has worked for three unindicted Residents were chilled as temperatures plunged to some damage. governors and published a weekly newspaper in Central minus 4 Thursday, Jan. 8, with readings of 0 Wednesday, Sure, their leaders say they don’t want the situation to Illinois. Jan. 7, and again on Sunday, Jan. 11. escalate. But anything can happen when you’re dealing A $3.5-million bond issue referendum was set for with some people in their society, who don’t value any- February 28 by the Shawnee College board of trustees thing at all about human life and believe suicide is the Mound City in Civil War topic Monday night. ultimate goal in life. At the annual meeting of Anna State Bank stockhold- But when you see mass demonstrations in the street in of program at Carbondale Library ers held Tuesday, Jan. 13, C. Earl Hughes resigned as certain countries in the Middle East with people shouting The role of Mound City during the Civil War will be president of the bank and Richard P. Vicenzi was elected death to America as well as the Jewish community, you highlighted in a program which is planned Jan. 22 in as the new president. wonder if it will end there after that failed missile attack. Carbondale. Members of the Townsend F. Dodd Post 344, American Their leaders most likely don’t want to upset their The free program is scheduled at 11 a.m. at the Car- Legion, are currently formulating plans for the renovation supporters. bondale Public Library. The program will be presented of the American Legion Community Center in Anna. You’re dealing with certain individuals, who believe by the Daniel H. Brush Chapter of the Daughters of the To aid the efforts being made to make the church in dying for Allah and suicide is the ultimate goal and the proper way to end their lives. I know the majority of the American Revolution. Anna one body with Him as the Head, St. Mary’s Catho- lic Church, Mt. Moriah Lutheran Church and the United population doesn’t preach that philosophy. However, Local historian and author Darrel Dexter will present Methodist Church are planning the first (in what) is hoped there is a small number who do and that’s who we could “The Role of Mound City in the Civil War.” will become a series of fellowships together. be dealing with. Mound City is the home of a national cemetery. Both From the Alto Pass Happenings: Sunday morning, we Are we done with those certain people yet? I hope so, Confederate and Union soldiers from the Civil War are found more snow on the ground, with hazardous driving but I really down deep don’t believe so. buried in the cemetery. reports from over the radio. Southern Illinois is having a The big thing America can’t do right now is let their Most of the soliders died from injuries or illness after very hard, cold winter. guard down. That’s when they are most likely to hit when being transported up the Mississippi River for medical From the Nubbin Ridge news: The new Highway 51 it’s least expected. care at a large military hospital after battles. goes across Nubbin Ridge now and is being traveled. So, what can we do? Our overseas troops should be A memorial statue at the cemetery names soldiers on From the Pleasant Ridge news: Ole man winter is sure especially alert and on guard in the foreseeable future. We should especially watch over our oil interests both sides of the Civil War. coming around and staying with us. It is beautiful but because there is little doubt that’s where we will hurt During the Civil War, Mound City was the main point hard to travel on. Only 13 made it out to services Sunday morning and services were dismissed Sunday night. the most with skyrocketing oil prices. Not just good old of disembarking for many young men as they left for the From the Shiloh news: It’s been very pretty in this area, USA either, but every country in the world would suffer Civil War from all parts of the mid-South. but also very slick, and hazardous driving. This is Sunday by such a move. Also at Mound City, ships were built, arms were gath- p.m. and we're getting a little more ice. David and I have No one in their right mind wants to go to war, but there is ered and sent south, and military plans were made. Gen. reminisced about winters and we’ve decided they’re colder that possibility we could be knocking on the door because Ulysses S. Grant made several visits to Mound City. and longer when you begin to get older. of certain suicide fanatics looming in the background.