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THE PUBLIC MIND: FORMER BASKETBALL STAR GIVES THANKS FOR CENTER BENEFIT
(Letter to the Editor ~ 03/29/92)
Dear Editor: I would like to take a moment to thank you and all sponsors for supporting the Alumni Shootout. I can't tell you how much I appreciated being back in Cape Girardeau and seeing former players, coaches and fans. I really enjoyed myself and I hope the fans enjoyed themselves too...
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THE PUBLIC MIND: HISTORICAL SOCIETY LEADER OPPOSES DEMOLITION OF FORMER BANK
(Letter to the Editor ~ 03/29/92)
Dear Editor: I do not support the demolition of the former Farmers and Merchant's Bank on the corner of Good Hope Street and Sprigg Street for the following reasons: 1. The building has reached an age which very few buildings of any importance in Cape Girardeau have been allowed to reach. ...
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CAPITAL PLANS NEW ACQUISITION; BANK WOULD BUY MAGNA BANK STOCK
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Capital Bancorporation Inc., has announced an agreement to purchase all capital stock of Magna Bank of Southern Missouri from Magna Group Inc. of St. Louis. Under terms of the purchase agreement, the aggregate cash purchase price will equal 1.35 times the book value of the bank with the purchase price not to exceed $17,384,000...
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LA LECHE LEAGUE TO MEET THURSDAY
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
The area La Leche League will meet at 9:30 a.m. Thursday. For more information or directions to the meeting place, call 335-4471 or 334-2705. The informal discussion will center on how to manage those first hectic weeks with emphasis on the entire family, as well as timely tips for mother and baby...
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RUN TO RAISE MONEY FOR MS
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Theta Xi will sponsor a run to raise money for muscular dystrophy April 5 in the 300 block of North Park, announced Alan East of the Southeast Missouri State University fraternity. Anyone may enter and prizes donated by Cape Girardeau businesses will be given to winners of each category...
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FORESTRY CONFAB ORGANIZERS LAUDED FOR HEARING ALL SIDES
(Column ~ 03/29/92)
If you didn't make it Friday evening or yesterday, be assured that the Home and Garden Show sponsored by the Southeast Missouri Homebuilders Association is worth your time. The popular show continues today at the Show Me Center. I had to be out of town and as a result missed much of it, but the Forestry Management Conference that ran Friday evening and all day yesterday had much to commend it. ...
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PURE XENOPHOBIA REMAINS ALIVE IN GLOBAL RELATIONS
(Column ~ 03/29/92)
Freedom isn't completely free. It sometimes exacts a price by fostering baser instincts that sometimes accompany liberation. In Europe as well as in the United States, the flow of peoples migrating across sovereign borders to seek a better life is slowly growing into an explosive issue...
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NATINAL GUARD ASSISTS BOTH REGION AND NATION
(Editorial ~ 03/29/92)
For the second year in a row, the 1140th Engineer Battalion, headquartered in Cape Girardeau, has been spared the congressional budget ax. That's good news for Southeast Missouri. We understand the need for a reduction in defense spending. The Cold War has ended, and the U.S. must reduce its staggering deficit. But Congress must not forget that the National Guard still has a role to play in America's defense. The Guard's active and exemplary role in the Gulf War illustrates this point...
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PERRYVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT TO SUBMIT LEVY HIKE, BOND ISSUE
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
PERRYVILLE -- At a time when tax increase proposals are anything but popular, hundreds of people in Perryville are volunteering to go out and promote one. Citizens for the Future of District 32 is made up of more than 300 parents and community members who have volunteered to promote a school tax increase to other voters...
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PERRY COUNTIANS WILL DECIDE ON 911 APRIL 7
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
PERRYVILLE -- Voters in Perry County will be asked April 7 to approve installation of a county-wide 911 emergency telephone system. A 911 service was installed in the city of Perryville in April, after having been approved by city voters one year earlier. Now, county residents are being offered the same service...
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FORESTRY IS SUBJECT OF EVENT HERE
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Public forestry policy affects private forest management throughout the U.S. says a Missouri private timberland owner. John Powell, who owns about 18,000 acres of land near Rolla and is a member of the Missouri Conservation Commission, was guest speaker during a two-day public conference to discuss current management and future direction of Missouri's public forests...
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STROUP GIVEN PASSING GRADE BY FACULTY
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Faculty members at Southeast Missouri State University have given university President Kala Stroup passing grades in a recent survey. One hundred and twenty faculty members responded to the survey, or less than one-third of Southeast's approximately 400 faculty members. Not all of the respondents replied to every question...
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MOTHERS OF TWINS TALK PARENTING; THOUGHTS SHARED IN PROGRAM HERE
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
One baby is a big change in parents' lifestyles. Two babies can turn parents' lifestyles upside down but mothers of twins say the chaos is worth every merry moment. Mothers of twins shared thoughts and tips about parenting twins during a special "Parents As Teachers" program that was conducted Friday at Jefferson School...
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TEENAGERS FORTHRIGHT ON RADIO; TOPIC OF SHOW SUBSTANCE ABUSE
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Peer pressure brings a lot of teenagers to try drugs and alcohol. So it should follow that peer pressure should also be able to steer teenagers clear of the substances. So was the reasoning behind "Straight Talk from the Mall," a first-time special radio show aired here Friday and Saturday by adult contemporary radio station Y-105...
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SEMO TO CONSIDER $4 CREDIT-HOUR TUITION HIKE
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Southeast Missouri State University officials are looking at hiking incidental fees by $4 a credit hour for the 1992-93 academic year. The plan also calls for narrowing the "plateau" of credit hours in which students pay the same tuition or incidental fee...
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`SEXUAL ORIENTATION' VOTED DOWN AT SEMO
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
A Student Government election on "sexual orientation" at Southeast Missouri State University will have little bearing on the actions of the university's affirmative action committee, the committee's chairman said Friday. Committee Chairman David McElreath said that neither the vote by students nor any future vote on the part of other campus groups such as Faculty Senate "will have any real impact on what the affirmative action committee does."...
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SEMO'S BIUNDO TO PARTICIPATE IN CHAMBER EVENT
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
James Biundo, university relations director at Southeast Missouri State University, has been selected to participate in the Leadership Missouri class of 1992, a major program of the Missouri Chamber of Commerce. Leadership Missouri is designed to train 36 to 40 people annually in the functions and challenges of state government, particularly as they relate to the business community. ...
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MAUDE L. SHANKS
(Obituary ~ 03/29/92)
MATTHEWS -- Funeral service for Maude Lucinda Shanks of Matthews will be at 2 p.m. today at Nunnelee Funeral Chapel. The Revs. Dick Mainord and Paul Terrell will officiate, with burial in Matthews Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home from 10 a.m. until service time...
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ESSEX MAN IS SERIOUSLY HURT
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
An elderly Essex man who fell asleep at the wheel was seriously injured Friday afternoon when his vehicle struck a bridge east of Dexter, the Missouri Highway Patrol reported. Wilson E. Langley, 79, suffered the injuries. He was taken to Dexter Memorial Hospital, said a spokesman with the patrol at Poplar Bluff...
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ELEANOR M. BALL
(Obituary ~ 03/29/92)
Eleanor M. Ball, 88, 3120 Independence, died Friday, March 27, 1992, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was born Feb. 23, 1904, in Topeka, Kan., daughter of Frank and Nellie Brown Campbell. She married F. Steadman Ball Oct. 26, 1929, in Topeka. He died May 16, 1977...
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FRANK L. BUSH
(Obituary ~ 03/29/92)
ALLENVILLE -- Funeral service for Frank Lee Bush of Allenville was held Saturday at Morgan Funeral Chapel in Advance. The Rev. Morris Cobb officiated, with burial in Morgan Memorial Park Cemetery at Advance. Bush, 84, died Thursday, March 26, 1992, at Southeast Missouri Hospital in Cape Girardeau...
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AVA I. MORGAN
(Obituary ~ 03/29/92)
ANNA, Ill. -- Funeral service for Ava I. Morgan, 78, of Anna, will be held at 2:30 p.m. today at Lutz and Rendleman Funeral Chapel here. The Rev. Randy Morgan will officiate, with burial in Anna City Cemetery. Morgan, 78, died Friday, March 27, 1992, at her home...
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GLENN E. WRIGHT
(Obituary ~ 03/29/92)
MCCLURE, ILL. Glenn E. Wright, 82, of McClure, died at 3:30 a.m. Saturday, March 28, 1992, at Life Care Center in Jonesboro. He was born July 10, 1909, at Ware, son of Wayne and Nellie Modglin Wright. He married Anna Mae Waterman July 16, 1958. She survives...
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ELSIE B. GRIDER
(Obituary ~ 03/29/92)
Elsie B. Grider, 65, of 525 S. Ellis, died Friday, March 27, 1992, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was born on June 29, 1926 in Nottingham, England, daughter of John and Anna Grimbley. On July 15, 1945, she married Raymond Grider in Lester, England. He died on Oct. 28, 1991...
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CAIRO CHAMBER GIVES HONORS, INSTALLS OFFICERS ON SATURDAY
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
CAIRO, Ill. -- Servicemaster Industries Inc., a firm that moved to Southern Illinois about 25 years ago and employs about 30 persons, has been named the "Business of the Year" by the Cairo Chamber of Commerce. The honor came during the annual chamber banquet held Saturday night at the Cairo High School cafeteria...
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REGIONAL SENIOR OLYMPICS: ANNUAL EVENT TO BE HELD MAY 12-16
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
POPLAR BLUFF - The 1992 Mid-South Regional Senior Olympics will be held May 12-16 in Poplar Bluff. The annual event is an opportunity for adults 55 and over to compete in a wide variety of games and activities. The purpose of the Senior Olympics is to encourage participation; promote fellowship, fitness and health; and establish games for measuring excellence in athletic performance for older adults...
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PROGRESS ROLLS UPSTREAM: SOUTHEAST MISSOURI RETIONAL PORTA AUTHORITY MAKES STRIDES TO SERVE THE REGION
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Since its conception in 1974 as a joint venture between Cape Girardeau and Scott counties, the Southeast Missouri Regional Port Authority has experienced good times and tough times. Although the progress over the years has usually been steady, it has not always been at the level port backers had hoped for...
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ENTREPRENUERSHIP: AN EXERCISE FOR THE 1990S
(Column ~ 03/29/92)
I'm not waiting for the city officials to declare a Paint-up, Fix-up Week, if, indeed, they plan to. I'm literally "painting my wagon" ahead of time. Years ago, Mama decided I needed a little red wagon in which to haul things roundabout the yard. She gave it for about my 50th birthday, I think, and I couldn't have been more pleased if I had been only six. Of all the outdoor equipment, I believe it has seen more duty than anything else around here. More than the pitchfork and machete...
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LADYBUG SAYS ... PUMPKINS ND POPPIES SHOULD HAVE THEIR YEAR
(Column ~ 03/29/92)
This is the year for pumpkins and poppies. Each year the National Garden Bureau of Downers Grove, IL, designates a vegetable and a flower for "The Year Of" and encourages all gardeners to try their two selections. In their research, they found many culinary uses for pumpkins. ...
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LAND TRANSFERS
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
JACKSON -- Warranty deeds issued at the office of Janet Robert, Cape Girardeau County recorder of deeds: Joseph W. Krueger II and Julie A. Krueger to Tommy L. Heath; Judith E. and Glenn A. Edwards to Daisy and Merlin O. Mouser; Lucy Medley to Dennis D. Weber...
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FORMER OWNER REACQUIRES FEED STORE
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
The fourth owner of Eggimann Feed and Seed, a store which specializes in feeds and seeds and related supplies, has become its sixth owner. H.C. "Hank" Mellone, a former University of Missouri Extension Service employee, and his wife, Norma, acquired the business at 514 Independence in 1985, and operated it until July 1990, when it was sold to its fifth owner, Rick Martin...
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BUSINESS MEMO
(Business ~ 03/29/92)
The Holiday Inn at Cape Girardeau recently received the "Quality Excellence Award" at the Holiday Inn Worldwide Franchise Conference in San Diego. The award is based on hotel excellence in all areas of operation, including customer service. Renee Tlapek is general manager of the local Holiday Inn, which is owned and operated by MidAmerica Hotels Corp. headquartered in Cape Girardeau...
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CONTRACTOR SUPPLY AND HOME CENTER NOW OPEN
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Contractor Supply and Home Center opened recently on Highway 74, a mile west of Interstate 55. "We have four buildings in the supply complex," said Michael Annis of the business, a subsidiary of Michael L. Annis Inc. "We have more than 18,000 square feet of building supplies."...
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VIDEO RENTAL STORE WILL CLOSE DOORS APRIL 30
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
MovieMax, a video movie rental operation, will close April 30. MovieMax opened in 1980 as a division of Stereo One Inc. at 4 West Park Village. It later expanded to 240 Silver Springs Road. All VHS movies, fixtures, movie posters and other items will be sold starting April 6. New releases will still be ordered and offered for rent until April 30...
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MR. B'S PANCAKES AND STEAKS OPENS ROUTE K RESTAURANT AS THIRD LOCATION
(Business ~ 03/29/92)
Mr. B's Pancakes and Steaks has opened at 3524 Route K. "We're offering a bit different menu at this location," said owner Basil Barnes, who pointed out the restaurant is near Interstate 55. Barnes and his wife, Patricia, are also owners of Mr. B's Waffles and Deli in Crossroads shopping center, Kingshighway and Independence, and Mr. B's Waffles Hut and Family Restaurant near Interstate 55 and Main in Scott City...
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LOCAL PHOTOGRAPHER EARNS NATIONAL AWARD
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
A photography award from the International Professional Photographers Guild has been presented to Cape Girardeau photographer Bill Cheek. Cheek was awarded the title of 1992 Children's Photographer of the Year. Cheek and his wife, Cathy Cheek, are owners of Cheekwood Studios Inc., 2336 Kingsway...
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CONFERENCE FEATURES BANKING EXPERT, MARKETING STRATEGIST
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Andrew B. Craig III, a banking professional for more than 30 years, and C. Britt Beemer, a noted marketing strategist, will headline the Southeast Missouri Business Conference to be held at the Show Me Center April 8. "Banking On Success" is the theme of the one-day event, which also will feature an open panel discussion by seven local bank presidents...
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MANPOWER ANNOUNCES NEW BRANCH MANAGER FOR CAPE
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Barbara Larkins was recently named branch manager of Manpower Inc., a temporary worker help service at 106 Farrar Drive, Suite 104. Larkins, a graduate of Sawyer Business College, previously owned and operated a specialized, temporary help service in the legal and medical fields...
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LEGAL SECRETARIES PLANNING ANNUAL BANQUET aPRIL 10
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
The Cape Girardeau Legal Secretaries Association is making preparations for its annual banquet to be held April 10 at the Cape Girardeau Country Club. "The program will include a social hour at 6:30 p.m., dinner and program at 7:30 p.m., and an auction at 8:30 p.m.," said Jackie Givens of the group...
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PROMOTIONS
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Paul Keener of Cape Girardeau has been appointed promotion manager at KFVS-TV 12. Keener has been with KFVS since April 1982, and most recently served as production supervisor and director of "Heartland News at 5" p.m. Keener, a native of Charleston, is a graduate of Southeast Missouri State University with a bachelor of science degree in business administration and majors in communications and management...
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REAL ESTATE UPDATE
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Janet Dalton and Dave Gerlach, associates with Classic Real Estate Ltd., Better Homes and Gardens, have earned membership in the Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Service 1991 Medallion Club. Marta Green, broker of the firm, announced the honors recently...
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HAIR SALON OPENS AT 621 GOOD HOPE
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
Curl Up and Dye Salon and Spa recently opened at 621 Good Hope. Janis Crites, a hair stylist since 1982, is owner and operator of the business. Patty Crawford, a licensed massage therapist, will offer therapeutic massages, European facials and body treatments as well as nail manicuring and pedicuring...
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RCGA HOLDING ITS ANNUAL MARCH MEMBERSHIP DRIVE
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
The Regional Commerce and Growth Association is conducting its annual March membership drive throughout Southeast Missouri. Memberships are available to individuals, retail businesses and corporations, said Walter Wildman, director of the RCGA. Wildman said the organization initiated the nationwide Interstate 66 project and has been credited with bringing about a feasibility study of the project...
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TRAINING
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
David Morris, owner of Cape Color World Inc. in Cape Girardeau, has been elected to a three-year term on the Board of Directors of the National Decorating Products Association. NDPA is a trade association representing more than 8,500 retailers of paint, wallcovering, window treatments, floor covering and other decorating products throughout the U.S...
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EARLY EDUCATION CENTER TAKES ON NEW NAME
(Local News ~ 03/29/92)
St. Mary Early Education Center has a new look, a new name, and several new staff members. The center was formerly the St. Mary Day Care, which was established in 1988 at 607 William. "The reason for the name change was a decision to close the infant-toddler unit," said Crystal Barker, the new curriculum director. "Because of this major change, the center is now focusing on early education on children ages 2 through pre-kindergarten, and provides care for children 2 to 12 years of age."...
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