Mornin' Mail

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Wednessday, May 9, 2001 Volume IX, Number 228

Did Ya Know?. . .The Carthage Shriners will hold their Annual Vadelia Onion Sale from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. on Wed., May 9th on the north side of the Carthage Square.

Did Ya Know?. . .The National Association of Letter Carriers, in conjunction with the U.S. Postal Service, the AFL-CIO, and Carthage Area United Way, will be collecting nonperishable food items on Saturday, May 12th for distribution to Carthage Crosslines Ministries. Please place a food donation by your mailbox and your letter carrier will deliver it to Carthage Crosslines.

Did Ya Know?. . .Restoration Outreach, 409 South Main, will have Free Spanish Lessons at 7 p.m. on Wednesday nights. For more information call 359-8500.

today's laugh

First Burglar- "I need eyeglasses."
Second Burglar- "What makes you think so?"
First Burglar- "Well, I was twirling the knobs of a safe and a dance-orchestra began to play."

Two ladies were attending a concert or something at the Civic Auditorium. Seated in the parquet, they looked about them.
"Nice building," said one lady. "What style of architecture is it?"
"I’m not quite sure," said the other lady, "but I think it’s Reminiscence."

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INTERESTING MELANGE.
A Chronological Record of Events as they have Transpired in the City and County since our last Issue.

Brands of Flour Recorded.

Morrow & Boyd yesterday filed a statement for record in accordance with the requirements of the state law, giving the name of their mill and describing the brands they use on their sacks and barrels. The law, it seems is very strict, requiring brands of flour recorded. It also punishes infringement of brands. Their mill was formerly popularly known as McDaniel’s mill, but now that the McDaniel’s are putting up a mill in Carthage the mill up the river will be known as the "Pearl Mills," the name which in reality it has borne for years.

The quarantine was raised and the flag taken down this morning at the Mills home on South McGregor street; the same was done Sunday morning at the A. J. Grimes home on East Fifth street and it is the expectation to raise the quarantine at the home of John McGowan on Garrison avenue if no new cases develop there.

Today's Feature

Music & Art In The Heartland.

A variety of musical artists will be performing during the "ART in the HeARTland, Get the Picture," fine art show on Saturday, May 12th, 2001. The show will be held from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and is free to the public. The schedule for the musical groups begins at 10 a.m.

Groups scheduled to perform include "No Apparent Reason," playing from 10:30 a.m. to noon; "Jim Hunter and the Mellotones" will perform from 12:30 to 2 p.m.; "The Ozark Festival Orchestra" will perform from 3 to 4 p.m., and "Jenkins Dirt" will close the show with times from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

The Ozark Festival Orchestra Brass Ensemble will also perform at the Grace Episcopal Church at 6 p.m. that day. This evening performance is sponsored by Carthage Musical Devotees.

These artists play various styles from bluegrass to classical, providing a format all should enjoy. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets so they can stay a while and enjoy the event. "We hope everyone will come out to listen to this great variety of music offered," said Jim Hunter, organizer of the music portion of the fine arts show. "In this area, there are numerous talented musicians, and we’re proud to have an event that can showcase their work. The event is free, so it’s a great opportunity to hear these bands for no charge."

While listening to the great sounds, guests can enjoy art mediums of all kinds during the show. Breakfast and lunch, served by Victorian Carthage, Inc., will also be available to the public for a small charge.

Numerous artists included in the show are Andy Thomas, Bob Tommey, Lowell Davis, John Biggs, Twinkins Candles, Devin Berryhill, April Leiter, Beth Murray, Joe Prater, Pattie Beavers, Susan Taylor, Sarah Huntley, Jerry Ellis, Sharon Couch, Roni, Kevin Guinn, Martha Unruh and Matthew Hermann. Because of the diversity of the artists, art show attendees will see various mediums including watercolors, sculpture, oils, pottery and more.

Other festivities throughout the day include children’s activities and refreshments. "ART in the HeARTland, Get the Picture" is in cooperation with the Carthage Chamber of Commerce, Main Street Carthage, the Carthage Heritage Gallery & Museum, LLC, and Precious Moments.

For more information, please call Sandy Higgins at 417-358-7163 or Tonijia Everts at 417-358-3316.

Just Jake Talkin'

Mornin',

As a kid the idea was that there was value in havin’ character. ‘Course character is built as we all know. Ever’ time ya didn’t get to do somethin’ ya wanted, it created one more buildin’ block of character.

Birthdays and Christmas always contributed to the construction. Didn’t get that special toy, build a little more character.

Have ta mow the lawn while the kids across the street were playin’ ball? Another contribution. I’m thinkin’ it’s prob’ly a good idea to accumulate all the character ya can, if for no other reason than to help offset those occasional flaws that seem to linger through adulthood.

I suppose the greatest value of gatherin’ a little character is the fact that you might recognize it in others. It’s hard to define, but ya know it when ya see it.

This is some fact, but mostly,

Just Jake Talkin’.