Stories from Sunday, October 17, 1999

Love is a wonderful emotion Without it we could not survive Love is a very powerful word and emotion It can bring much joy to a person 'Yet handled wrong or said without meaning Love can hurt Love is a very delicate emotion not to be played with, Like a newborn babe...

Sitting on the banks of the Mississippi in the cool summer air. Guitar strumming int he background, People talking and laughing. Not far, the Royal New Orleans restaurant with its room of red, old portraits on the wall, chandeliers ... Delectables ... like Oysters Casino and chateaubriand, and the city's...

Working on Lee Burciago's nails, visiting with other residents and sharing their time, Ashley Goggin and Sarah Coleman seemed at ease during the first SHARE Program at Jackson Manor Tuesday. The girls were the first two seventh grade students from Donna Brown's Lifeskills class at Jackson Middle School, to take part in the SHARE (Students Helping, Aiding, Reaching the Elderly.) program...

"Did you hear about the haunted hay rides they have at Rocky Holler there just North of Cape?" Cassie asked Jennifer. "Why don't we get some of the other kids at school and go out there Friday night." "Sounds like fun, I wonder what all they have out there?"...

After months of work, Phase One of the city of Jackson's East Main Street Extension Project has been completed. A ribbon-cutting ceremony Oct. 8 signaled the official opening of the new stretch of Main Street, from Shawnee Boulevard to Oak Hill Road...

An art exhibit of work created by South Elementary students is currently on display at Riverside Regional Library through the month of October. Students whose work is displayed are: Alexander Burton,, Brandi HoWm~ Jack Meyer, Nick Zuccarini, Kelly Litzelfelner, Blake Bullard, Katrina Blahnik, Sara Cronebold, Chelsey Lukefahr, Taylor Poore, Abby Bender, Hunter Garrison, Bailey Fielder, Tommy Selsor, Kyhe Goodier, Kelsey Bierman, Kara Goodier, Julia Rodenas, Lauren Schuette, Landon Wachter, Josh Bader, Cory Buchheit, Clayton Leming, Levi Ruble, Erica Bening, Hannah McArthy, Josh Duncan, Marvin Pillow, Kasey Hoffman, Chris Ewigman, Keelie Campbell, Caitlin Bell, Laura Fielder, Luke Rayburn, Michelle Stanfield, Lauren Mais, Ashley Taylor, Earl Popp, Rachel Kourhart, Scott Sebaugh, Aaron Cheney, and Claire Skelton.. ...

The Oak Ridge United Methodist Church will hold its annual beef stew and pork burger dinner at the Millersville United Methodist Church Oct. 24. The dinner will be 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Sunday, with an auction at 1 p.m. Home-baked goods, craft items and more will be auctioned. The public is invited to attend and donated items are welcome...

Greg Temperly and Chuck Holbrook have received promotions at LeeRowan at Jackson. Temperly, of Jackson, is new materials manager. He joined LeeRowan from Newell Window Furnishings of Freeport, Ill., in 1994, and has served as production supervisor, inventory control manager and most recently purchasing manager. In his new position, he will be responsible for purchasing, production inventory control and distribution...

Jessie Cattron (left) and Jennifer Watkins eoyed "breakthrough" races at Marshall County. Jody Ressel, int his first year of cross country, is now a solid number four runner on the varsity team. Laura Unverferth's ninth place finish highlighted the Jackson cross country teams' outing at the Marshall County (Ken.) Invitational, Oct. 9...

October has always been a special time for me -- both good and bad. First of all, I'm an October baby. In fact, I'm an Oct. 17 baby -- one that turns a crusty, creaky old 37 today. Of course birthdays aren't always the best day of the year. As a kid it seemed like I always got sick on my birthday, for some reason. I don't know if there was some deep psychological reason for this, or if it just worked out that way...

Jay Smith strolled from his shuttle bus, up the cracked concrete path toward East Shoaker High. He had the feeling this might not be Ins day. When he had gotten up, he had tried to make his way to the bathroom without turning on any lights and had painfully stubbed Ins little toe on a bookshelf. ...

Last weekend, nearly 100 members of the Legislature gathered for a conference at the Lake of the Ozarks, sponsored by two Missouri foundations, to study our state's future transportation needs and how to meet them. According to an Associated Press story on the meeting -- confirmed by some attendees -- the overriding theme emerging from the session was an active questioning as to whether the Highways and Transportation Commission is "too powerful, autonomous and unresponsive to citizens."The concern crosses party lines and bridges regional differences statewide. ...

Thursday morning, Missourians awakened to alarming news expressed in big black headlines at the top of Page 1 in our two major metropolitan daily newspapers. Of the two, The Kansas City Star's was the more dramatic: "Education chief: Revoke KC schools' accreditation/Action also urged against St. ...

To the editor: The proposed River Campus has been heralded to bring in a whopping $7.8 million in new tax revenue for the state (Southeast Missourian Oct. 10 article). Few beyond Jim Drury have questioned the economic impact of the River Campus on the city or the university. ...

President John Adams once wrote that "Democracy never last long. It soon wastes, exhausts, and murders itself. There never was a democracy that did not commit suicide." Our second president was never one to sugarcoat the truth, which made him such an invaluable part of the small group that wrote America's first Constitution and fashioned the form of our federal-state system of self-government, so his bleak forecast for the democracy that he, himself, helped create is hardly surprising. ...

25 years ago: 1974 Missouri Highway Department would retain maintenance of Highway 61 from Interstate 55 to Highways 61-25-72 intersection at Jackson, while local authorities would assume maintenance of existing Highway 72 westward under Highway 72 relocation proposal that is to be submitted at public hearing Nov. ...

In addressing the country during his Inaugural Address in 1961, President John F. Kennedy said, "And so, my fellow American: ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country." At the height of the Cold War, faced with a growing Soviet military presence in Cuba and growing tensions over Communist activities in Southeast Asia, President Kennedy was concerned with avoiding the destruction of mankind and assuring a more abundant life for all...

COLUMBIA - Jackson High School graduate Andrew Clark was announced as one of three recipients of the Dennis E. Gallup 4-H Memorial Scholarship during the Missouri 4- H Foundation annual recognition banquet, Oct. 1. Each received $1,000 for college expenses...

The July meeting of the American Legion Post # 158 was called to order by Finance Officer Mike Proctor, at 8 p.m. The Color Guard advanced the colors, Chaplain Boyd Summers, gave the opening prayer. The pledge of allegiance to the flag, and the preamble of the American Legion Constitution were recited in unison...

The crews were ready, roads well marked and everything in order for the Household Hazardous Waste Collection Day held Saturday at Arena Park's 4-H building. Organizers were determined not to have the traffic tie-up and long waits that accompanied the first collection day in 1998...

Some like it hot. Some like it hotter. Whether temperature or spice, everyone has their own opinion of the perfect chili. The Southeast Missourian, Schaper's IGA and Save-A-Lot today kick off their first-ever Chili Cookoff. The top winner will receive $250 in free groceries from Schaper's or Save-A-Lot that will come in handy for Thanksgiving dinner. The runner-up receives a one-year subscription to the Southeast Missourian...

The Cape Girardeau census office, which will be responsible for recruiting and training census workers and all other local operations in 31 Southeast Missouri counties, will hold its grand opening Monday at 2751 Thomas Drive. The office was opened to handle the testing and hiring of part- and full-time employees throughout the area, said Ellen Brandon of Sikeston, the office manager...

Things are just ducky at the Peabody Hotel in Memphis. Ducks are revered at the grand, old hotel. You might say they have the run of the place. Five ducks spend their days swimming in the lobby's ornate fountain. There's no ducking this story. The ducks get red-carpet treatment twice a day...

Two Democratic candidates for state office who where in Cape Girardeau Saturday evening each emphasized the need for finding common ground between the needs of urban and rural constituents. State Rep. Brian May, a candidate for state treasurer, and State Rep. ...

Eight children have been chosen as winners in the Alphabet Soup contest, sponsored by the Southeast Missourian and the Show Me Center. Children under 6 were asked to cut out every letter of the alphabet from the Southeast Missourian newspaper and attach them -- in the correct order -- to a letter-sized piece of paper...

Dr. Bruce Hathaway, professor of chemistry at Southeast Missouri State University, and Loren Rullman, director of student auxiliary services and the University Center, are this year's recipients of the annual Outstanding Faculty/Staff Recognition Awards at the school...

SIKESTON -- Shooting is a popular sport in the area and shooting competitions allow people to show off their skills. Sikeston's Woody Sigmin has honed his skill to the point where he competes in national tournaments. Recently, Sigmin competed at the sixth annual turkey shoot held in Forsyth, Ga. ...

BLACK FOREST VILLAGE -- The village is once again hosting the annual Haunted Ghost Town. Tours will be given from 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. on four nights: Oct. 22, 23, 29 and 30. The Grim Reaper will guide visitors through numerous theme rooms, a barn and a straw bale maze. Limited concessions will be available...

SCOTT CITY -- The streets of old Illmo were alive with activity Saturday, somewhat reminiscent of the time it was a thriving railroad community. Young and old came out to enjoy the combined Halloween parade and Railroad Day festivities. "It's coming, it's coming," shouted Trey Carter, 4, as police and fire sirens signaled the start of the parade...

If what took place at the Show Me Center late Friday night and early Saturday morning is any indication, Southeast Missouri State University fans are extremely excited for the upcoming season. About 2,000 SEMO supporters showed up for Midnight Madness, a late-night event that helped officially usher in the new year for both the Indians and Otahkians...

TERRE HAUTE, Ind. -- Southeast Missouri State University's football team tied a school record Saturday -- but it's not one the Indians will be particularly proud of. By suffering a 34-13 non-conference blowout at the hands of Indiana State, the Indians notched their 12th straight loss dating back to last season...

Kelly High School recovered from its semifinal loss at the Missouri Class 2A Softball Championships to defeat Mid-Buchanan 4-1 Saturday in the third-place game. Kelly, which fell to Russelville on Friday, scored the game's final four runs as it finished its season at 24-4. Mid Buchanan closed its campaign at 21-6...

MARTIN, Tenn. -- Southeast Missouri's women's volleyball team completed another successful weekend of OVC play Saturday, defeating Tennessee-Martin in four sets. Southeast dropped the first set 6-15, but responded with three convincing victories, winning 15-6, 15-3, 15-8...

Southeast Missouri State University's cross country teams split with Murray State in a dual meet Saturday at Capaha Park. The Otahkians totaled 18 points to easily outdistance Murray State, which finished with 41. Murray State's men swept the top eight positions in posting a perfect total of 15. Southeast's men finished with 50 points...

ST. LOUIS -- Perryville dropped to 2-5 on the season Saturday after suffering a 20-7 loss to John Burroughs. "We played really poorly," Perryville coach Jerry Tucker said. Trailing 14-0 at halftime, the Pirates took the ball down the field and scored on its first possession of the third quarter on an 8-yard pass from Tyler Abernathy to Shawn Statler...

Cape Central coach Lawrence Brookins got a kick out of seeing his players get a kick out of their first win of the season as the Tigers kicked St. Charles West 27-8 on the road. With all that kicking, Brian Emmendorfer, a junior, got the biggest kicks of all...

In the 1st annual Cape County Challenge Cup between Kimbeland Country Club and Cape Girardeau Country Club, Cape held a slim lead after the first day of play Saturday at Cape Girardeau C.C. After 36 holes of Best Ball and Scotch (alternate shot) on Saturday, Cape Girardeau C.C. led 4 1/2-3 1/2...

Jim Vogelsang sank his first career hole-in-one Saturday at Kimbeland Country Club. Vogelsang aced No. 12, a 160-yard par 3 with an 8-iron. Witnessing the shot were Pat Gorham, Arch Kohl and Kenny Davis.

Margaret Miller of Chaffee carded her second career hole-in-one Friday at Kimbeland Country Club. Miller used a 3-wood on No. 4, a 105-yard par 3. Ann Elfrink witnessed the shot.

In a recent Gallup poll, 52 percent of Southeast Missourians believed that half of Missouri is owned by public agencies. What is the truth on public land ownership in the state of Missouri? The State of Missouri consists of 44,606,080 acres, 8 percent of which is in public ownership. ...

PUXICO -- Only a "toad-chokin' rain" could salvage waterfowl hunting opportunities at Duck Creek Conservation Area (CA) this year, according to area manager Dave Wissehr. At 6,234 acres, Duck Creek is southeast Missouri's oldest and largest public waterfowl hunting area. Its flooded timber, lake and marsh areas make it the destination of choice for hundreds of duck and goose hunters each year. But hunting opportunities at Duck Creek CA have withered during a four-month dry spell...

A local traveling under-11 boys soccer team is looking for a goalie and additional players. Players must be born after Aug. 1, 1988. For more information, contact Luke Cano (314-773-1258), Mary Jo Shaw (334-2218) or Mia Myers (334-2473).

Eldred Sloan McLard, 77, of Cape Girardeau died Thursday, Oct. 14, 1999, at Heartland Care and Rehab Center. He was born Dec. 24, 1921, at New Bethal, son of Ray and Minnie Penrod McClard. He and Madrea L. Dow were married Dec. 27, 1944, at Blytheville, Ark...

OLMSTED, Ill. -- Mae Goins, 92, of Olmsted died Saturday Oct. 16, 1999, at Daystar Care Center in Cairo. She was born Feb. 13, 1907, in Olmsted, the daughter of John and Viola Isabell Corzine Ervin. She and Ray Goins were married May 25, 1924. He died Jan. 21, 1987...

JACKSON -- Lena L. Maintz, 89, of Jackson died Friday, Oct. 15, 1999, at St. Francis Medical Center. She was born April 19, 1910, at Daisy, the daughter of William E. and Barbara E. Seabaugh Seabaugh. She and Henry Charles Maintz were married May 10, 1928, at Jackson. He died Sept. 30, 1992...

JACKSON -- Thornton H. Reid, 62, of Jackson died Thursday, Oct. 14, 1999, at Southeast Missouri Hospital. He was born April 5, 1937, son of Dr. Prentiss E. and Carol Hamilton Reid. He and Frances J. Miller were married July 2, 1960. Reid was employed by Union Starch and Refining Co., Miles Laboratories and Bayer Corp. as a scientist for 37 years, retiring in 1997...

PERRYVILLE -- Stella M. Grass, 92, of Perryville died Friday, Oct. 15, 1999, at her home. She was born March 16, 1907, at Perry County, daughter of Robert F. and Theresia Huber Grass. She was a member of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church and had worked in the labeling department at International Shoe Co...

LEOPOLD -- Gertrude Ann Jansen, 81, of Leopold died Saturday, Oct. 16, 1999, at Southeast Missouri Hospital. She was born March 5, 1918, at Leopold, daughter of George J. and Bernadina Tenholder Vandeven. She and Louis J. Jansen were married April 12, 1939. He died Nov. 13, 1986...

With a puff of black smoke, a loud whistle and a mighty chug, the steam engine of yesteryear made its way across the country. Today's diesel-electric engines are heavier, can move freight easier and require fewer people to get the job done. Don Venable of Scott City retired after 40 years of train service. He hired out as a fireman with the Frisco in 1956, later securing a position with the Southern Pacific at Scott City...

Dr. Leo Buscaglia, teacher, author and lecturer, speaks of his love for leaves, especially when they are dried and rustling. He took big bags of them from east coast to west coast on airplanes! I, too, love leaves, especially during this season of the year...