Stories from Friday, May 23, 2003

On Tuesday, May 20, the United States closed the northern border to imported beef, whether on the hoof or in the box, because of a single reported case of BSE. BSE, or bovine spongiform encephalopathy, is more commonly known as "Mad Cow Disease," and is spread by cattle ingesting infected animal proteins. ...

They're young. They're enthusiastic, and they're about to spend their vacation giving of their time, their sweat and their desire to do the right thing -- to help people who need a little hand or two around the house. During June, a small group of youth, ranging in age from about 13 to 18, will come to Vernon County to help as many people as they can with household repairs. ...

CARTHAGE, Mo. -- The scrappy Nevada Tigers blew a seven run lead, then scratched and clawed their way back to a 9-8, 10-inning win over McDonald County to claim the Class 3, District 12 championship at Carl Lewton Stadium on Thursday. Nevada, the No. ...

100 Years Ago -- May 23, 1903 OBITUARY -- Uncle Peter Meyers, one of Vernon's oldest and wealthiest citizens passed away Friday night at his residence in this city. His death was unexpected, he having been able to be uptown on Thursday. His death was due to asthma and dropsy, he having suffered from both for many years. ...