Stories from Friday, September 10, 2004

By Steve Moyer Nevada Daily Mail A Nevada couple spent last week at the Republican National Convention in New York City. Carl and Cindy Johnson took part in the convention held in Madison Square Garden, scene of President George W. Bush's nomination for a second term...

Special to the Daily Mail "The Image of Democracy Itself," a day-long event celebrating this political season at Cottey College, will offer a feast of information and discussion on local, national, and international issues, as well as delicious food and fellowship...

This full-size quilt is made entirely of T-shirts promoting blood donations by the American Red Cross. Aileen Brothers made the quilt. The patterns offer messages of thanks, a message to be prepared, or were printed with a special message to commemorate a special event. ...

By Ben Holman Nevada Daily Mail On Tuesday afternoon, the Vernon County commissioners met to complete the final inspection of a newly completed bridge south of Nevada. The bridge, known locally as 13 curves bridge, replaced an old wooden plank bridge that, commissioners said, was around 100 years old...

Deaths Robert Lee Hayes Robert Lee Hayes, 81, died Sept. 5, 2004. Services were held at Newton Burial Park on Sept. 8, 2004, at 10:30 a.m., with Bill Garwood officiating. Interment was in Newton Burial Park in Nevada. Military rites were provided by the National Guard Juliet Team of the Missouri Funeral Honors Team. Arrangements were by Ferry Funeral Home...

What will the neighbors think? How many of you were raised with your parents telling you that they trusted you, but "What would the neighbors think?" In a recent Sunday school class almost everyone present (all were middle age plus) agreed with that memory...

Jefferson comes off poorly from 'Hamilton' "Alexander Hamilton" by Ron Chernow (Penguin Press, 2004) would be recommended reading anytime, but above all in an election year. It's well worth reading for its titular subject alone, but also for the historical perspective it brings to American politics as a whole, and the light it sheds on others, one above all, among the founding immortals...

100 years ago: Damage not serious to10-barrel-per-day oil well R.B. Porter of Kansas City and W.L. Freeman of Stotesbury, two of the leaders in the oil development movement at Stotesbury were here today. These gentlemen stated that the Missouri Oil and Development Company's well which was "shot" this week was not seriously damaged although the casing was blown 300 feet in the air. ...

By Doug Tucker AP Sports Writer KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- The punter does not have one minute of NFL experience. The placekicker does not have one minute of NFL experience. The general manager, at least for the time being, does not have one minute's peace of mind...

Associated Press LEE'S SUMMIT, Mo. -- A 15-year-old girl who collapsed after a high school cross country race during the weekend has died. Rachel Dent, a freshman at Lee's Summit North High School, died Tuesday evening, said officials at University Hospital in Columbia...

By Gail Agee Nevada Speedway Track Reporter Racers having fun!!! That's what was on tap for our fans Saturday night. With the points pressure off the guys and gals were just having fun racing tonight. With the Pro-4 racers joining us tonight it was extra special. ...

Buddy Edward Fillpot Jr. Buddy Edward Fillpot Jr., died Sunday, Sept. 5, 2004, of injuries received in an automobile accident south of Rich Hill. He was born April 22, 1980, in Butler, the son of Bud & Nancy (Swarnes) Fillpot. He graduated from Rich Hill High School in 1998. He was a member of the First Christian Church. He was employed at Wal-Mart Distribution Center 6065 in Harrisonville...

Hurricanes become fact of life OK, this is getting ridiculous. First Charley. Then Frances. Seems like someone is visiting us from Missouri every time a hurricane hits. For Frances, it was a friend combining a check of his sailboat and a visit with The Other Half and me. (The boat survived, by the way.)...

Fussbudget heaven is on the way Anyone who knows me also knows I am something of a fussbudget. As it turns out, I'm married to one, too. What is a fussbudget? My definition is someone who straightens framed pictures hanging on the walls of other people's houses...

100 years ago: Students call first school day a "red letter" day Today was the first day of school and early this morning the children were excited and busy getting their books together and putting on their best dress. The first day of school is a "red letter" day of the year to all children. ...

AUTUMN IN SCHELL CITY Dear editor: As our community today celebrates With our Fall Festival here in town Please don't forget that on this date The twin towers had tumbled down Stealing the innocence of the nation Our four airliners hijacked that day...

By Joe Warren Nevada Daily Mail After losing their first conference match of the season to Carthage on Tuesday, the Nevada Lady Tigers bounced back to beat the defending conference champions in convincing fashion. Nevada started out by dominating doubles play, sweeping the three matches against Neosho...

Nevada Daily Mail The Nevada golf team played their first 18-hole tournament of the season Thursday, and it showed in their scores. The Lady Tigers did not play poorly, but the long course and prolonged play was definitely a factor as the team finished sixth in the 10-team field...

By Joe Warren Nevada Daily Mail With two consecutive wins under their belt, the Nevada Lady Tigers went for three against Diamond Thursday night at Nevada High School. After a close opening game, the Tigers pounced in the second game to sweep Diamond, 27-25 and 25-11...

By Joe Warren Nevada Daily Mail The Nevada Tigers had the biggest win in program history at Bushwhacker Field Thursday. For the first time ever, the Tiger softball team was on the winning end of a 15-0 mercy-rule shortened game after beating El Dorado Springs...

By Ben Holman Nevada Daily Mail Recently the Vernon County Sheriff's Office made a number of arrests associated with methamphetamine. The drug, known as meth, speed, crank and many other street names, is a rapidly growing problem -- especially in rural areas such as Vernon County...

By Steve Moyer Nevada Daily Mail The Nevada R-5 School Board wrestled with financing again Wednesday evening. This time the issue was the appeal filed by 3M to the Missouri State Tax Commission which could result in a loss of $300,000 to the district...

By Marc Powers Nevada Daily Mail JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. -- Republican Bill Foster resigned from Missouri Senate Thursday to accept a gubernatorial appointment to the state Labor and Industrial Relations Commission -- a panel that has been a source of controversy in recent weeks because of the generous pension benefits it provides to members, even if they serve only briefly...

By Ben Holman Nevada Daily Mail On Thursday morning, the Bronaugh school held a special event in honor of Grandparent's Day. Grandparents and great-grandparents from as far away as San Antonio, Tx., came to visit with their grandchildren and participate in festivities...