Stories from Saturday, April 18, 2009

It appears that during the Civil War in Missouri "Union" patrols or scouts often encountered a number of "Indignant Women" and Barking Dogs that became a volatile, but not violent combination. Such was the case of the "Union" patrol that is described in the following report that is located on Pages 93-95, Vol. 34, Part III Correspondence in the Official Records of the War of the Rebellion...

The Missouri State Society Daughters of the American Revolution held its 110th State Conference, April 3-5 at the Capitol Plaza Hotel in Jefferson City, Mo. Approximately 500 members and guests attended the event. The meeting was highlighted by the visit of President General, Linda Gist Calvin. ...

Michael Dell Gilmore, 28, Bolivar, died Thursday, April 16, 2009, at his home. He was born Oct. 5, 1980, in Nevada, the son of Kenneth and Terri (Davis) Gilmore. His father, Kenneth Gilmore, preceded him in death. Surviving is his mother and step-father, Terri and Doug Angleton, Bolivar; a son, Christopher Dell Barnett Gilmore, Bolivar; a sister, Aimee VanPraag, Bolivar; two step-sisters, Haley and Danielle Angleton, Bartlesville, Okla.; a niece Jadean VanPraag; his grandparents, Gene and Irene Davis, Bolivar, and Delmar and Rebecca Gilmore, Nevada; two great-grandmothers, Beryl Alexander, Nevada, and Ailene Torbett, Bolivar; and step-grandparents, Alan and Eileen Angleton, Erie, Kan.. ...

Patricia Weber, 82, Nevada, passed away on Friday, April 17, 2009, at Moore-Few Care Center in Nevada. Family information and funeral arrangements will be announced later by Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. View obituary and send condolences online at www.ferryfuneralhome.com...

April 4 Mark W. Harth, Richards, expired license plates. Duane J. Mann Jr., Nevada, dog running at large. April 5 Cody G. Gardner, Sheldon, expired license plates, and no proof of insurance. Barbara E. Harms, Rich Hill, failure to stop at a stop sign, and no proof of insurance...

March 31 11:34 a.m., medical, KU Medical Center. 4:58 p.m. medical, Nevada Regional Medical Center. 8:54 p.m., transfer, St. John's, Joplin. April 1 6:25 a.m., lift assist, no transport. 2 p.m., medical, Nevada Regional Medical Center. 6:50 p.m., medical, Nevada Regional Medical Center...

Hi neighbors. I hope you plan on attending the Vernon County Historical Society's quarterly meeting at 2 p.m., Sunday, April 19. The program will feature John Graham who is bringing a Vernon County woman's journey full circle. Alice Ghostley was born in the railroad depot building in the tiny village of Eve, the daughter of a telegraph operator. She died in California in 2007 at 84 years old...

It's not real Christian, I know, but Wow!, did my heart leap up when I beheld that the small handful of marksmen on board the warship U.S.S. Bainbridge, acting on their own and putting to use all that training they must've received to counteract the fiercely rolling waves and the movement of their human targets, blew away the Kalashnikov-bearing teenage Somali pirates -- they of perfect teeth and rippling arm muscles...

Sleep is a vital need, necessary for a child's health and growth. Sleep promotes alertness, memory and performance. Children who get enough sleep are more likely to function better and are less prone to behavioral problems and moodiness. "That is why it is important for parents to start early and help their children develop good sleep habits," said a University of Missouri Extension 4-H youth development specialist...

In conjunction with National Park Week, George Washington Carver National Monument is hosting the third annual Art in the Park Day. Held on Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., this free event celebrates the artwork of George Washington Carver. George Washington Carver was inspired by the natural environment and gained a sense of serenity and personal rejuvenation from his artistic work. ...

A local woman has begun an effort to creat a new, local support group for those dealing with traumatic brain injury, dementia, and stroke-related diaability. The group would include support staff and family members. Interested persons should contact Jessica at (660) 492-3535...

The Garland Rural Fire Department will conduct its annual fundraiser on Saturday, April 25, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., inside the fire station in Garland. Hamburgers or hot dogs, potato salad, baked beans, cake or pie and coffee or pop wil lbe served, for a free-will donation. Entertainment also will be provided...

Dr. Warren Lovinger officially attended his last school board meeting as a member Wednesday evening at the special meeting held to certify the election results and swear in a new and a returning member. Chris Ellis was re-elected to a three-year term, his fourth, and Mike McCaffree was elected to the seat formerly held by Lovinger, who decided to not run...

In conjunction with National Park Week, George Washington Carver National Monument is hosting the third annual Art in the Park Day. Held on Saturday, April 25, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., this free event celebrates the artwork of George Washington Carver. George Washington Carver was inspired by the natural environment and gained a sense of serenity and personal rejuvenation from his artistic work. ...

FORT SCOTT, Kan. -- With the warmer weather come yard work and garage sales, however there are city ordinances which residents need to be aware of. Fort Scott codes officer Andrea Ramm would like to remind residents of the ordinance prohibiting signs for garage sale on trees and utility polls...

Nevada, Mo. -- For millions of Americans living with a chronic condition like arthritis pain, fatigue and joint stiffness are often part of daily living. But in just six weeks, you can learn to reduce these symptoms and improve your everyday life...

The Vernon County Ambulance District Board gathered together with Vernon County Northern Commissioner Neal Gerster, Southern Commissioner Kennon Shaw, Sheriff Ron Peckman, Nevada City Manager Harlan Moore and Police Chief Gary Herstein to discuss the combined dispatch center, named the Western Missouri 911 Dispatch Center, during the VCAD board meeting on Thursday...

FORT SCOTT, Kan. -- The Fort Scott Community College Board of Trustees is scheduled to receive an update Monday on the college's involvement in the community during National Community College Month. During their regular meeting in the FSCC Heritage Room, 2108 S. Horton St., trustees are slated to hear a report from FSCC President Clayton Tatro on upcoming activities and events the college has planned to help inform the public about the college's impact on the community...

From dogwoods to daffodils, spring blossoms are cropping up all over Vernon and Bourbon counties.

NEVADA, Mo. -- The Nevada Tigers got their first taste of district competition Friday afternoon as they defeated the Seneca Indians by a final score of 11-1. The Indians came into the game with just one senior in their lineup and were forced to start a freshman on the mound due to their substantial lack of upper class leadership and roster depth. The Tigers wasted no time capitalizing on the shortcomings of the opposition, putting up three runs in their first trip to the plate...

FORT SCOTT, Kan. -- Fort Scott Community College's softball team swept visiting Cloud County at the Betty Ruth Willard Complex Friday, clinching a home series in the first round of the upcoming Region VI Division II Tournament. The Greyhounds bashed out 18 hits in the doubleheader, breaking out of an offensive slump which had contributed to some struggles as they had lost three of their last four games...

MOUND CITY, Kan. -- Fort Scott High School's junior varsity golf team finished in second place at a tournament hosted by Jayhawk-Linn Thursday. The Tigers shot 211 over nine holes while Burlington was first with a 195. Individually, Lyle Brittain was third for Fort Scott with a score of 49. Zach White shot 50 and finished seventh...

Sticking it to them...that's what Les Jarman, Stockton and Brent Frazee, Parkville, did last week while bass fishing on Stockton Lake. The day's fishing wasn't planned that way -- it started out to be a white bass fishing trip -- but when the whites couldn't be found, it turned out to be a black bass trip...

I hadn't been turkey hunting for the last two years, but my oldest son was coming to the Redfield farm, so I told him I would get a license and join him. I dug out the old camouflage outfit and searched among my shotgun shells for the turkey loads, finding only one...