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Revenge is a dish best served...with tacos? The Karma train made it’s stop in my office today. Since I have, over the course of the last 11 months insisted upon placing photos of my writing staff and publishers in the paper, I was forced at the behest of my publisher, Marcy Patterson, to place myself in the public eye. After a spirited debate, which I forfeited, including the threat of being stripped of my editorial powers, I abandoned my argument and decided it was all in good fun. Without further ado, pictured above, Natalie Rowe, The Source’s Managing Editor, at Bill’s West State Street as her taco make’s it final approach to mastication. Read the full story on pg. 16.

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Crime Stoppers of Morgan and Scott Counties is seeking information to assist the Morgan County Sheriff’s Department in their investigation into some recent vandalisms in the Alexander and Pisgah areas.

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Morgan County Sheriff's Office Detective Division is investigating several incidents of Criminal Damage to Property that occurred the end of July in the Alexander and Pisgah areas. In Pisgah, a construction business had a parked white Ford F-550 box truck spray painted green on one side with various wording. In Alexander during this same time period, a private building was spray painted green and black on one side of the structure with a large amount of wording. Also in Alexander, the grade school had identical green and black spray paint damage of wording to two sides of the school bus garage and an adjacent dumpster.

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The Who, What, When, and Where of the Wares by Curtis Heideman Family History Most residents of Jacksonville either know someone in the Ware family, or at least have been customers of the Wares at some point in their life. The Wares have been a pillar in the community for nearly 50 years. Their contributions to the life and culture of the town go well beyond what most of their neighbors will ever know. Members of the Ware family first made Jacksonville their home in 1960, but their story started long before. In 1930, Claude Ware opened his first gas station in Springfield, at the intersection of 9th and Laurel. Despite the merciless economy of the Great Depression, Claude was able to successfully grow his company, Wareco gas stations, and soon convenience stores spread across the Midwest and Florida to 124 different locations. Running a large company wasn’t Claude’s first claim to fame. It is said he was a wonderful athlete, playing basketball for Atwood High School. In 1923, his team placed second in the state tournament, and Claude was chosen as captain of the all-state team. He later earned four letters during his freshmen year of college. In 1928, Claude married Dorothy Smith and they had three sons together, who all inherited Claude’s athletic genes and profession. Following his wife’s passing in 1964, Claude went on to marry Dorothy Bartelheim in 1965. The eldest of their three sons, Richard (Dick), was the first to move to Jacksonville, followed shortly thereafter by his younger brothers, Jon and William (Bill). Jon says when they moved to Jacksonville he didn’t know anything about the town and had only been there once. By 1961, the Ware family was officially established in town, and Wareco had moved its offices from Springfield to Jacksonville. Richard had instigated the change in search of a place to raise his family, and, 50 years later, still says it was a wonderful move. All three brothers worked for Wareco; Richard eventually became CEO and Chairman of the Board, Jon became the company’s President, and William was the Secretary and Treasurer, as long as President of Ware Farms. Their father, Claude, remained involved with the company until his death in 1983, at 79 years of age. Basing their enterprise in Jacksonville isn’t the only reason the Wares have had a large influence on the community. The family has always been involved with various political, social, cultural, and humanitarian organizations. Their involvement goes beyond giving monetary contributions; they have also dedicated their time and energy to improving the community they live in and the lives of those around them. Serving the Community Richard has served on the Board of Directors for MacMurray College for 35 years, in addition to serving on the Elliot State Bank (now First Bank) board for four years, and the

hospital board for one term. Richard and Jon have served together on the Illinois Petroleum Marketers Association Board. Jon has also served on the Illinois College Board of Trustees, the Board of Agricultural Advisors, as Chairman of the Airport Authority, and President of the Petroleum Marketers of America. William, who passed away in 2001, served as President of Ducks Unlimited, a national organization aimed at conservation of wetlands. Members of the family have been avid supporters of the Jacksonville Symphony Society, the Jacksonville Theatre Guild, the United Way, and have made contributions to political campaigns. As Beverly Ware, widow of William Ware, describes it, they “have supported all kinds of charitable organizations and participated in all aspects of the community.” The Mia Ware Foundation Perhaps their most personal charitable influence in the community was the establishment of the Mia Ware Foundation for Cancer Research and Education (www.remembermia.org). The charity was founded in 2004, after the death of Mia Ware, who married Jon’s son Brad in 1995. Mia displayed the same passion for community involvement and giving. She was a member of the Arcadia Women's Club, the Pilot Club, the Passavant Hospital Auxiliary, and the Salvation Army Women's Auxiliary Board. She was very active with the American Cancer Society Relay for Life, and was a member of the American Cancer Society Western Division Regional Board. The Family to Date During their 50 years in Jacksonville, the Ware family has grown. Richard, with his first wife Maysel, had three children; James, Robert, and Vicki (Brooks). Now having been married to his second wife, Ann, for 22 years, together they claim six children, eleven grandchildren, and 16 greatgrandchildren. Jon and his wife June have two sons; Brad and Todd. They also have one grandchild. William and his wife Beverly have three children; Scott, Teri, and Tom. Tom is known for owning Party House Liquors, The Smoke House tobacco shop, and the Wareco Car Wash. Teri is a realtor with Grojean Real Estate. William and Beverly also have seven grandchildren. One of William and Beverly’s grandchildren has made a name for herself as “America’s Yodeling Sweetheart.” Taylor Ware, soon to be 15, jumped into the spotlight with yodeling appearances on television shows such as America’s Got Talent, The Wayne Brady Show, Laguna Beach, Oprah, and Rachel Ray. She has also performed around the world and opened for artists including Billy Ray Cyrus and LeAnn Rimes. Taylor has released two albums of her yodeling melodies. Her official website is www.taylorware.com. The Wares sold Wareco in 2002; 72 years after their father opened his first gas station. The family still remains active in the (continued on pg. 7, see Wares)

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Involvement I was very proud of my wife this week, for speaking out on an issue she felt strongly about. Honest, I am not writing this colBy Rick Wade umn to make my wife look good as recompense for her ability to overlook my out-right “stupid, stupid, stupid,” slap-the-forehead repeatedly moments. I write today because I am proud of her. And she has a good idea. Karen got up in front of the mayor, the Pekin City Council, and fellow citizens during the regular Monday night meeting. And she said her piece. She’d read in the newspaper that the city council was going to appoint new members to the human rights committee, which was replacing the existing human rights commission. What caught Karen’s attention was the familiarity of many of the nominees. Most of them served on at least one other board, commission, or ad hoc task force. Few of the nominees had any experience in the field of addressing human rights. It got her thinking about who gets picked to serve. In our town, and perhaps others, there is a perception that the same people serve on all the various civic committees. It does seem that most of those citizens were white-collar professionals or upper management types, with advanced degrees and higher than average income. True or not, it’s what some people believe. So they don’t bother to step forward. Or at least it gives them an alibi for never going to a city council meeting. Why aren’t more regular citizens tapped to serve? I understand that in a time when a lot of average people have a hard time just making ends meet, committing to a cause or government service isn’t high on the priority list. Maybe it should be, though. With all these community groups out there looking for volunteers, sometimes

the same people are asked again and again, because they always say yes. But as volunteer burn out creeps higher, it might be difficult to recruit a “mover and shaker” to be part of yet another board, busy as most of them likely are. So why not, especially in this instance, suggest names of citizens who might have some knowledge or experience of human rights issues? Such as school teachers and guidance counselors; a registered nurse or social worker; folks from the Salvation Army, Union Mission, or local clergy; disabled people; and members of the various minorities who live in Pekin? We’ve had some spirited discussions the past few days here at our house about whether or not Karen should volunteer for the human rights committee, since she spoke up about it and all. Talking it out helped her figure out what exactly she was protesting, which turns out to be the way all such committees and boards are chosen, especially at the local level. People ought to be given the chance to serve. Some people need to be asked. They don’t always know how to step forward. So that is why she isn’t applying for this particular committee, because she feels there are folks out there who would be better suited. She is, however, making phone calls to different people around town she thinks might make a good human rights committee member. Here is what I find rewarding in this whole episode, best described in Karen’s words: “Participating in the democratic process gave me a great feeling that my voice was heard. “If more people participated, they would feel they are part of the decisionmaking process, too.” In the end, the council tabled the vote and then opened the application process for the human rights committee to the general public. As corny as it sounds, one person can make a difference.

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travelers who will take bottled water on their journeys. I mean, if there’s anything that’s more wide-spread than Nike and McDonalds, it’s bottled water. This has happened a dozen times. We’re in the middle of London and one of my fellow travelers will offer me a sip of his high-priced, stream-fed, pasteurized, and highly pampered designer water saying, “You know, you really shouldn’t drink the water in foreign places.” There we stand in the middle of eight million Londoners who drink the water every day, and this fellow thinks he’s about to be poisoned. I once signed up an older couple for a trip to Australia, and only after they’d paid their fee did I learn that the man owned one of the foulest mouths in Morgan County. His language could peel the paint off the gazebo in Community Park. They’d be traveling with one other couple of their age, both quiet, church-going, mild-tongued folks, and it was obvious that these four would be spending a great deal of time together. I crossed my fingers, said my prayers, and introduced them at the St. Louis airport. After about a week’s traveling in the bush and on the beach, I went to the hotel room of the quiet couple and gingerly asked how things were going. “Oh fine! We’re having a great time!” I asked about the other fellow’s language. The quiet lady replied, “Ken, I’d heard about him before we left Illinois. Every time we sit down to dinner I pray, ‘Lord, shut his mouth!’ and you know what? It’s worked!” Sometimes our oddities turn out to be assets. One young lady on a trip to the British Isles was terrified of flying. Frankly, I admire anyone who fights such a phobia and gets on the plane anyway. Her therapy? Coloring books! Lots and lots of coloring books, and a flight bag crammed with crayons. I kidded her about it a great

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Staying the Course Can Pay Off for Investors Submitted by Brent Bordentkircher While stock prices were going through their dizzying descent, some people gave up on investing and decided that, from now on, they would put all their money in savings accounts, piggy banks, under their pillows — anywhere but in the market. Another group took a “wait-and-see” approach and told themselves they’d start investing again when they were sure that things had turned around. But a third group quietly decided to “stay the course” and continued investing. In fact, from March until early August, the stock market, as measured by the S & P 500, rose about 45 percent. But the fortunate investors who kept their money in the market weren’t just playing a hunch — they also had history on their side. Why? Because the stock market has followed recessions by rising in nine out of ten cases, both six months and 12 months after the recession ends, according to Ned Davis Research. (Keep in mind, though, that what’s happened in the past can’t necessarily predict future results.) Furthermore, the U.S. economy is now expected to grow at an average 1.5 percent pace from July through December, according to a recent Bloomberg News survey of economists. Of course, no one is suggesting that boom times are right around the corner, either. A 1.5 percent growth rate, while obviously better than the negative rates found in a recession, is still not particularly robust, and a market correction can happen at any time for any reason. However, even a slow move into positive territory is a good sign for investors. If you were one of those who had confidence in the long-term prospects of the American economy and our financial markets, your faith likely has been rewarded in recent months. And a stay-the-course approach remains a better way to invest than, say,

Wares (continued from pg. 3) community. Due to Wareco’s presence in Florida, the family has grown ties to the area. Beverly chooses to spend much of her time in Bradenton, Florida, enjoying charity work, golfing, playing bridge, and spending time with friends and family. However, she still feels “Jacksonville is a wonderful place to live and raise a family.” Richard and Ann also take pleasure in escaping to their home near Naples, Florida in the winter. They spend their time in Florida volunteering at a local aquarium. Richard majored in Zoology in college, and

attempting to “time” the market or chasing after “hot” stocks. Yet, investing always involves taking some risks. But you can help control the risk level by following these suggestions: Think long-term. When you invest for the long term, you’re less likely to be bothered by shortterm price movements — and you’ll find it easier to stay the course. diversify. By spreading your dollars among an array of investments — stocks, bonds, mutual funds, Treasury bills, certificates of deposit, and so on — you can help reduce the effects of a downturn that may hit one asset class particularly hard. Diversification, by itself, cannot guarantee a profit or protect against a loss, but it’s generally considered to be an effective weapon against market volatility. Focus on quality investments. If you take a close look at those of your investments that have made the biggest gains in the recent rally, you’ll probably find that these investments were characterized by their quality. That’s because quality investments — such as stocks of companies with competitive products, solid management, and strong business plans — are typically the first ones to emerge strongly after bear markets. And over the long term, these same investments are likely to bring you the best prospects for success. As an investor, you’ll probably always encounter some bumps in the road — but if you’re ultimately going to reach your financial objectives, you at least have to be on that road. So stay invested — in all types of markets. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor. now enjoys giving guided tours to guests while Ann volunteers in the gift shop. Jon and June also have their own Florida retreat in Orlando, close enough to watch the fireworks at Disney World each night. Even though Jon didn’t know what he was getting into when he moved to Jacksonville 50 years ago, he says, “It is a fantastic place to live…I’ve enjoyed living here and being part of the community.” For 50 years the Ware family has been making its mark in Jacksonville. Their contributions to the growth and development of the community have not gone unnoticed.

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How About a Labor Day for The Real Union? by Patrick Grace Labor Day was born of the noble struggle against exploitation, but in our current era of OSHA and Employment Law, most of us celebrate it simply as an extra day off. Labor Day marks the end of summer, the beginning of the school year, and the start of the NFL season. I’ll leave it to the reader to decide which of those is the most significant, but if you seek guidance, I suggest you tune in to AM radio. If it is important, someone is discussing it on AM radio; I listen to a great deal of AM radio, but have not heard much about the end of summer or the beginning of the school year (go Bears!). Radio is a convenient companion, and for those who prefer talk radio, the AM dial has universal appeal. Conservatives tune in to fuel their anger at liberals, liberals tune in to feed their frustrations with conservatives, and independents tune in to confirm they are still justifiably fed up with everybody. There really is something for everyone, as long as everyone is not looking for encouragement. For hope and cheer, switch to FM, and dial in whatever qualifies as music to your ears. As an alternative, wiring your earbuds directly to your car horn is probably less annoying than talk radio as well. Politics is the main topic on

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If you were to meet Georgina Marks for the first time, your first question would most likely be, “Where’s your accent from?” Begin a conversation with this delightful woman and you’ll soon be engaged by her quick smile and the warmth of her laugh. Open and animated, this New Zealand native loves good conversation, sharing recipes, and spending time with her family. A stay-at-home mom of three, Georgina enjoys the peace and quiet of her Woodson area home and often fills it with the sights and smells of Greek cooking. Georgina didn’t spend much time cooking with her mother, Sophia, as a child, but recalls watching her mother

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cooking and baking. She remembers seeing and tasting Sophia’s delicious Greek dishes, and not wanting the “normal” food other kids ate. When Georgina left New Zealand to settle in the United States with her husband, Sophia bought her daughter “The Greek Cookbook” by Tess Mallos as a gift. All of Sophia’s cookbooks were in Greek and it was the most authentic she could find in English. Sharing this piece of her heritage was important to Sophia, who also left her native home to settle in another country with her husband. As a young woman from Chania, Greece, Sophia Daskalakis traveled to New Zealand during World War II on a work permit. New Zealand needed workers and offered employment to foreigners if they agreed to stay for two years. Sophia found a job at a boarding school in Christchurch and met Gregory Juriss. A local tailor raised in New Zealand, Juriss’s parents were Greek immigrants. Gregory and Sophia fell in love and married. Although Sophia raised her family in New Zealand, she ensured that her children had a connection to their Greek heritage through

cooking, visits to Greece, and family connections. Years later, Georgina unintentionally followed in her mother’s footsteps. During the mid ‘90s, she left New Zealand for a 6-week holiday to visit a friend in Los Angeles and also found love unexpectedly. Georgina’s friend, Toni, decided to set Georgina on a blind date during her stay to help her see the sites. When Georgina arrived and heard of this plan, she said in no uncertain terms, “I’m not doing it.” Toni, not easily deterred, simply went to a nearby phone booth with Georgina’s sister, Deanna. They proceeded to pretend to be Georgina and arranged a blind date with the unsuspecting Herman Marks. Upon their return, they told Georgina she had a date on Wednesday. She continued to protest, but eventually gave in. From their blind date on, Georgina and Herman spent virtually every day together. Georgina still resisted romance and “tried to get rid of him” by making weekends off-limits. At the end of her vacation, Georgina returned to New Zealand and Herman finished the remainder of his service in the Navy.

They stayed in contact for about eight months until one day Georgina thought Herman sounded odd on the phone and she decided to break things off. Toni was instrumental in getting them together once again upon her return to New Zealand. Toni called Herman to explain the situation and he said, “I’ll be out in a month” and, to Georgina’s delight, he came. As Georgina looks back at their romance, she thinks, “So, it’s fate, isn’t it? God’s plan.” Georgina and Herman married and have spent the past sixteen years enjoying life together. Where ever they’ve lived, be it New York, Kansas, Missouri, or Illinois, Georgina’s brought “The Greek Cookbook” along. She loves to make recipes from her childhood, and often calls her mother for special ingredients and instructions to make dishes such as stuffed tomatoes, spinach pies, and baklava more authentic. Her oldest daughter, Sophie, shows interest in cooking with her mom and carrying on the tradition. And, one day, as Georgina’s daughters head off to build their own homes, she’ll surely send them with their own copy of this much-loved book.

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Burger Chef. We never ate there instead we’d get our order to go and head for Nichols Park, or some other equally exotic location, and picnic ourselves into a stupor. The day continued with some adventure on the road to far off and enchanting lands such as Alexander or Loami. In my high school days I would often take my lunch there. The food was always good, but it was the floor show that usually peaked my interest. Carl had installed a window so diners could watch the food being cooked. I suppose they were inspired by the arrangement at Steak N’ Shake. Watching those burgers ride the conveyor belt, with the searing flames attacking it from above and below, I did not realize I had entered early training for life as an American voter. Years later came the name changed to C.R.’s Drive-In, to represent the owners: the legendary Carl & Ruthie Coultas. Their friendly, outgoing management style has been matched locally only by Denny Hayes over at Hardee’s. They did not see strangers coming in the doors, nor even customers waiting to have the burdens of carrying money lessened. Every person in that door was a friend - either actual or potential. As an implacable creature of stubborn habit, I have eaten pretty much the same meal every time I have gone to a fast food restaurant since the Johnson administration (that would be Lyndon, not Andrew). Though I typically came by only once a week or so, Carl was right there to greet me and was always able to spit out my order before I could get the hello out of my mouth. In dealing with Carl, I never felt like a wallet waiting to be unloaded. That’s a rather significant achievement since that is pretty much

what he did! Since the Coultas family entered into a well-deserved retirement, the establishment has suffered some hard times through no fault of their own. With employment reductions at Pactiv and the closing of the AC Humko plant, traffic on the roads east of Main Street has greatly reduced. When the folks at C.R.’s decided to close down during the evenings I was concerned. By the time they started serving liquor I knew their days were numbered. Of all the fast food places that have come and gone in this town, the only two I have missed are the old Dog N’ Suds and the Silverfrost. Many, many years after their passing, my mind’s taste buds can still embrace those cold root beers in frosty mugs both establishments served up. I feel as if the closing of CR’s brings down the curtain on one of the more pleasurable wings in the mansion of my childhood. Though the building may be dark and the lot deserted, the final chapter is yet to be written. I am looking forward to the day I step through the Pearly Gates and am asked what I desire as my first meal in Heaven. With a smile on my face and a tear of recollection, I will ask that Carl Coultas bring me one of those magnificent tenderloin sandwiches which, the truth be known, were always just a little too good for Earth food. I salute you, Burger C h e f / C . R . ’s . Jacksonville will miss you and so will I.

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3 September - 9 September 2009 Production Press, Inc. has been functioning in the Jacksonville area since 1920, and has gone through a number of ownership changes. Although the company is in the small town of Jacksonville, they print for customers nationwide as well as locally. Very few people in town know the big things that happen at the Press. Many things about Production Press’s early history are fuzzy or unknown. The company was originally owned by the Rowe family and was sold to Raoul Soomre sometime after it’s opening in 1920. In 1989, Joe Racey bought the business from Soomre’s widow and ran it for about a decade. In 1998, Racey sold the business to Cenveo Corporation. In the mid 2000s,

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www.myjacksonvillesource.com through UPS and FedEx. There, they tend to do local, and smaller scale printing jobs as opposed to the bigger business generally handled by the press operation. The Production Press, Inc. building at 307 East Morgan Street encompasses 33,600 square feet of space for a broad range of printing needs, no matter how small or large the job is. Although about 45% of their business is done nationally for the Federal Government, Joe Racey stresses that local businesses are very important to his business. “We market to all the local companies,” he stated. “There’s hardly a business in Jacksonville that we don’t print something for.” The 35 highly skilled employees at

Production Press, Inc. is located at 307 E Morgan St in Jacksonville. Photos by Amy Wilson.

Cenveo decided they wanted to either close or sell the Press, so Joe and his son, Brad, teamed up to purchase the business back in January, 2006. About 40 local jobs were saved in this purchase. About one year later in December of 2007, Joe and Brad purchased Wood River Printing in Wood River, Illinois. It was founded in 1931, and was up for sale by the originally founding Wilson family. Production Press, Inc. now owns and operates the printing company with about 17 employees. In Jacksonville, Production Press has a smaller branch of the business located on Morton Avenue called Production XPress. They specialize in high speed black and white copies, color copies, posters, banners, blueprints, office supplies, lamination, graphic design services, faxing, and shipping

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Raceys purchased a high-tech, four color digital press. Jobs are delivered from the prepress area to the digital press through an Ethernet wire. The finished product comes out faster and requires less physical work done by employees. This digital press is not the only way that new technology is used at Production Press, Inc. In the pre-press division, employees typically do not design the jobs, but rather they use desktop publishing on their computers to manipulate jobs that are already designed to fit what the customer is wanting, postal rules, sizes, etc. Then, a proof of the job is sent to the customer to ensure satisfaction, and later is prepared for printing and finishing. The computers are also used to

Father and son, Brad and Joe Racey take time out from their busy day to pose for a quick photograph.

the Press specialize in printing high quality and big quantity jobs with presses that can use up to four to six colors which are manipulated to make millions of colors. Those colors are usually cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. The Press typically makes things like brochures, catalogs, booklets, magazines, quarterlies, etc. It also has the capabilities to do it’s own mailing, foil stamping, die cutting, scoring, shrink wrapping, and binding. The large building has numerous machines that are run by skilled staff to make a perfect product. Many printing jobs are going on at once in the building with each press having it’s own operator and job to print. One of the presses even has the capability to produce 12,000 pieces per hour. About a year and a half ago, the

track jobs that have been received, are in the process of being printed, or are finished. This, Joe says, sets Production Press, Inc., apart. “We know exactly what we’re doing with each job. We do a nice job of keeping track of it’s progress and what needs done,” he said. Another part of the business that is using high end technology is their web-based advertising and sales. A new way of ordering, called “web to print,” is a way that companies can send in their ideas electronically to be printed. This option is growing in popularity. At Production Press, Inc., Cara Heller is the

Marketing and Sales Manager, Tony Hall is the Controller, and Brad is the General Manager. Brad is also the President of Wood River Printing, and Joe is the President of all three businesses. The Press is open to customers from seven a.m. to five p.m. Monday through Friday, and Production XPress is open from eight a.m. to six p.m. Monday through Friday. Being a locally owned and operated business is not easy in today’s world, but the business is keeping up, despite the 18% drop nationally in printing sales due to the economy. The reason for this is no doubt the expert employees that produce quality products that leave Production Press, Inc.’s doors each day. For all your printing needs, you can always count on this Jacksonville business.

Above: Chris Cook shown working at an automated booklet maker. Below: Mike Moore working at the digital press.

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A New Lease on Life

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realized he had nothing to fight with. “I ran back to my truck to get anything I could beat them off with. The first thing I found was a trailer hitch,” he said. “When I got over there, Krista was choking the Boxer by the collar and she was able to let go so I could hit it. She knew to choke the dog, and that’s probably what kept her alive.” The Boxer ran toward it’s house after being hit, followed shortly by the Boston Terrier. Before it ran off, the Terrier

reduce the bleeding and get Krista into the ambulance. “I felt so relieved when the EMS arrived. They did everything that needed to be done,” Krista said. “If it wasn’t for them I would have bled to death, and that’s not an exaggeration. They arrived in seconds. I Scott wouldn’t have made good choices and did what he did, I wouldn’t be here today. We are so fortunate to have the EMS team here in Murrayville.” The EMS workers were ready to

For most of us, July 24th was just her. All the neighbors were gone, including like any other summer day, but for one local her husband, daughter, and son-in-law, so the family, that day changed them forever. After situation seemed hopeless. a brutal dog attack that afternoon, Krista As the attack carried on, Rachel Hall’s family had no idea what challenges and Rebecca heard their grandmother’s the coming days and weeks would bring. screams from the next block, but stayed in Now, over a month later, this strong woman the house as they had been instructed. Rachel is beginning her long road to recovery. grabbed Krista’s cell phone and called her The day began as a typical one for grandpa John, saying “get here fast, the dogs Krista and her granddaughters, Rachel, age nine, and Rebecca, age seven. The girls had walked across the street to their grandma’s house to play, while their mother and grandpa John were helping to organize a nearby summer church retreat and their father was delivering mail in a rural location. While in the kitchen, Krista glanced out her front window and saw two dogs on her front porch. She told the girls to stay inside while she headed outside to have a look at the pair and find out where they belonged. She exited the house onto her front porch and saw a Boxer and a Boston Terrier there. “They were both very polite and pleasant,” she stated. She had a good knowledge of dogs and their behaviors due to being a dog lover In 2008, Krista visited the Tallest Man in History’s Home. She is posed with granddaughter Rebecca in a monumental chair. Photos Krista Hall on the day of the Turtle Races at Murrayville-Woodso her entire life. Krista had worked courtesy of the Hall family. Gradeschool at a kennel, showed dogs, had dogs in her home, and was the Kennel Club President, all at different times in her life. Although she had never seen these two dogs before, she knew they were from the house diagonally across the street with the tall wooden fence. This was the pair that barked at her and her husband often as they walked down the block. She knew their names, Harley and Davidson, from hearing them called through the fence, so she began to walk toward their home. The dogs happily trotted along with her across and down the street. The Boxer ran ahead into the home’s driveway while the Boston Terrier stayed behind with Krista. In the Fall of 2008, Krista toured the St. Louis Zoo with grandson As she edged her way Christmas of 2008 was spent cooking with granddaughters, Rebecca and Rachel. Owen. closer to their home, the Boxer rushed out of the driveway, running back are attacking Nana.” She then called 911, bit John’s leg as well. At this point, Krista get on the road to the hospital, but not with had a severed artery in her left arm and was out Krista taking care of some business first toward her. With no warning barks or followed by a phone call to her father. She made sure that arrangements were made growls, like Jekyll and Hyde, the Boxer John was the first to arrive at the quickly bleeding out. Soon after John got there, the for her granddaughters, still alone in the attacked her, tearing into her left arm. The scene of the attack, after speeding into town Boston Terrier soon joined in on the assault, from the rural Murrayville retreat center. He Murrayville Emergency Medical Services house, and that John could ride along in the gnawing at her legs and feet. jumped out of his truck and instinctively ran (EMS) team arrived on the scene in their ambulance with her; she thought he had no Krista was soon knocked to the toward his wife, who was still laying in the ambulance. Local volunteers Scott business driving in that state of mind. “She ground, crying out to anyone who could hear ditch being mauled by the dogs, but then Fitzgerald and David Hall were quick to was her typical self,” laughed John, “worried

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3 September - 9 September 2009 about everyone else.” Upon arriving at the hospital, no one could have guessed the whirlwind of events to come. Her family is a large one, all of which are nearby and full of support. Randy and Gina Edwards, son-in-law and daughter, and granddaughters, Rachel and Rebecca, live right across the street. In nearby Franklin, Jason and Aleece Ford, son-inlaw and daughter, live with their three children, Kaylee, Alaina, and Carson. Their son and daughter-in-law, Brexton and Christine,

ultimate amputation of her left arm above the elbow. She made it through all of this with the support of her friends, family, community, and help from above. “I knew God was there with me,” she stated. She and her family were grateful through their entire stay for the outstanding care she received in the hospital. Two of the nurses were her former students at Murrayville-Woodson Elementary. She was never limited on the number of visitors she could have and had at least one guest every-

promised herself she would be home by the following Friday for her granddaughter Alaina’s birthday. “I was not going to have my granddaughter celebrate her fourth birthday in a hospital,” Krista said, smiling. “I also needed to get home so that the kids could go back to school with their lives being normal again.” Krista’s stay lasted from the 24th of July until the 11th of August. She was happy to finally be able to go home, and she feels

Krista posed with grandchildren from (L to R) Alaina, Carson, and Kaylee shortly after her release from the hospital.

Krista received many visits from friends and family offering support including grandchildren, (from L to R) Rebecca, Connor, and Rachel.

Krista enjoys her garden with husband John Hall.

On her road to recovery, Krista spends time with grandchildren, Rachel, Owen, Connor and Rebecca

have two boys, Connor and Owen, and live in Jacksonville. Krista persevered through many obstacles in the past weeks, such as nerve damage, five surgeries, numerous reactions to medications, physical therapy, occupational therapy, rehabilitation, about 150 stitches throughout her entire body, and the

day she was in the hospital. She spent most of her stay at St. John’s Hospital in Springfield. Krista moved to the rehabilitation area at Memorial Medical Center on Thursday, August 6th and began walking again, but was hindered by vertigo, the loss of her glasses, and a chunk gone from her heel. Despite all of this, Krista

Kaylee, Krista, and Alaina play together on the swings at her grandchildren’s home.

fortunate that her husband is able to stay at home to care for her. Without John, she would not have been able to be at home for her recovery. He aides her in any way he can around the house and “will probably have his CNA license when this is all over,” laughed Krista. The dog owners were constantly

calling, sending cards, and praying for Krista through her stay. They even mowed her yard. Friends and family are still aiding her and her family now that they are home by bringing enough food that they have not yet had to cook. Local people are helping her by coming to her home to do her hair and nails as well. Other friends from many nearby communities and churches contributed to the huge box of cards she has collected through this time and the twenty-something bouquets of flowers she received in the hospital. Doctors even joked that she needed to open the door to her room because the plants were sucking up all the oxygen. John has been keeping other more distant friends and family aware of updates via email. Krista worked for 23 years as the head lunch lady and cook at MurrayvilleWoodson Elementary School, so being home during the school day is taking some getting used to. Although she can dress herself, shower, go to the dinner table, walk around her house with a cane, and write (with concentration), Krista still has a long road to recovery. Healthcare nurses, occupational therapists, and physical therapists are still visiting her at home for the time being, but her recuperation has already begun. Doctors estimate that the nerve damage in her right arm and feet should be healed in six months, but the damage in what is left of her left arm could take up to a year to repair. Although these dogs were normally locked in the fence and had somehow escaped on their own, Krista stresses that all dog owners should think before letting their dogs outside unleashed. “There is a leash law. Even though we are in a small town, dogs should be on a leash,” she stated. “Maybe the dogs won’t hurt someone physically, but it could be a fearful situation for some. My granddaughters are now scared to go outside because they think a dog might be loose.” After the biggest time of trial Krista and her family have ever faced, they are still keeping their heads high and looking to the future as a new beginning. John spoke about his wife, saying, “She has a really good attitude about it all; she’s the toughest woman we know.” In Krista’s eyes, the attack was just another turn in the road, something that will move her on to a new chapter of life. “I look at it as God closing a door, but opening a window,” she said. “He has a new path for me. I don’t know what it is yet, but I’m ready to follow.” A note from Krista, John, and family: We would like to thank our community, faithful family, and friends for their loving support and prayers. The road to recovery will take about a year, but with them by our side, and us in their prayers, we are sure to make it.

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These were not polite debates, they were emotional; bitter; angry; so divisive that the subject had to be avoided around dinner tables. A Chicago newspaper was a supporter of “The America First” movement, and came close daily to calling Roosevelt and the supporters of involvement persons guilty of treason. Groups opposed to our involvement filled up Madison Square Garden in New York City. Today, if you think the debate over public health insurance to be animated, it doesn’t compare with the emotions of the 1940s. These emotions were at such high pitch that the country was as much divided as it was in the debate over slavery 90 years before. With this background there was a popular singer who appeared with her own radio show a number of times each week by the name of Kate Smith. Kate Smith probably wouldn’t make it today, she was huge; she weighed 250 pounds when she was 30 years old, but she could sing, and because she couldn’t be seen when she was performing, her weight did not hold back her career. Entertainment, being limited pretty much to radio, Kate was probably listened to by everyone who had a radio. Her impact cannot be overstated. Thus it came to pass, that in the midst of the terrible emotions brought about by the war, in these times she electrified the divided country by singing a song written by a Jewish immigrant, Irving Berlin, a man who, believe it or not, neither could read nor write music. (He used a secretary.) She sang: “While the storm clouds gather far across the sea, Let us swear allegiance to a land that’s free, Let us all be grateful for a land so fair, As we raise our voices in a solemn prayer. God Bless America Land that I love. Stand beside her, and guide her Through the night with a light from above. From the mountains, to the prairies, To the oceans, white with foam God bless America, My home sweet home. God bless America, My home sweet home.” Of course, the bombing of Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941 ended the debate and Morgan County joined into the war that changed so much about America. But I wanted to share the memory of those days and how Kate Smith and Irving Berlin gave us what has become “our second National Anthem”.

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Florence’s Philosophy: Birds of a Feather... by Trev Florence Webster’s defines the following: Flock: 1. a group under the guidance of a leader 2. a large number Together: 1. a- in or into one place, mass, collection, or group b- in or into association or relationship 2. a- at one time b- in succession 3. a-by combined action b-in or into agreement or harmony 4. a- with each other b- as a unit, in the aggregate c-considered as a whole Whenever I’m in the mood to take a relaxing drive and indulge in some calm and peaceful scenery, one of my first choices is often Nichols Park in South Jacksonville. I remember my grandmother would gather our fishing poles and tackle boxes in the back of the brown Oldsmobile and take me and my cousin Travis to Nichols Park for fishing expeditions, all summer long. Something else we used to do back then was to take some slices of “old bread” with us so we could feed the ducks and geese. Now that was a BLAST!!! The water was calm and the sky was bright and open. As I would look up, I was totally fascinated at the many birds that flew in formation, overhead. Now I am by no means what could be considered as a “bird watcher.” I am a Sociologist, and so, am better qualified to watch people. Nonetheless, I always thought it was pretty neat to see all those birds, flying straight, in a triangular formation. There was always one bird in front, at the top of the triangle….at the tip of the iceberg…leading and directing the others to destination unknown. I would often wonder what made all the other birds follow that “head bird in charge.” How did the other birds in the formation know that particular bird was THE bird to follow? I recollect the geese and ducks were not so much different than the other birds. The main difference was that I observed their formations, as they were in water. Boy…I wonder what level of discipline it took for them to hold their

respective places in line. Their distinct paddling motions would leave the most intricate circles in the water…big…then small. Birds of a feather flock together. The entire notion reminds me a lot of people- not only people in Jacksonville, Illinois, USA, but people all over the world. It’s very simple, yet very complex, all at the same time. Some are meant to lead and some are meant to follow. But how do we determine who among us has been predestined to guide us in the direction-along the path-that will lead us through to our final destinations in life…our futures…our destinies? Are the leaders those who are able to “ruffle feathers” or spread their wings the furthest or “flutter” the strongest or fly the fastest? Pondering such questions as these, it is no coincidence to me that our national symbol is the Bald Eagle. Yet still, there are and shall always be those among us who dare to break from the formation. Where does the daredevil’s path lead? Will he or she end up in the same locale as the others or will he/she end up where the others dare not go? Ladies and gentlemen, this is one of my philosophies. I invite you to have your own. Peace & Blessings…

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There is a secret about Jacksonville that I know…and I was thinking about sharing with all of you. I just learned about it a couple of weeks ago, and I finally got to experience it a couple of days ago. Bill’s West State Tavern may not have a sign outside its door, but don’t let that fool you. There is a wealth of goodness to be had on the inside…and just recently, it got even better. T h e secret is this: If you want a great place to eat tacos on a Wednesday night…this should be your next stop. And the best part is that they are available for a minimal donation! In my mind, that makes a taco comparable to winning the lottery or getting two candy bars out of a vending machine when you only paid for one. It is the kind of thing that makes your day, or your whole week, for that matter, that much better. When my editor told me that I should head to Bill’s on Wednesday for tacos, I was not even 100% certain where the place was…mostly because there is no real signage out front. However, I had been by it before, just hadn’t stopped in for one reason or another. But, thankfully, now I do…and I know which night I will be most likely to make an appearance. This past Wednesday, my editor and some co-workers from my other place of employment joined me at Bill’s to try out this taco phenomenon.

And we were amazed. One might think that for such a pittance of a donation, you might get a tiny little hard shell taco with not much filling. However, we were pleasantly surprised to find out that they were really HUGE soft shell tacos, with all of the fixings. This is how it works: starting at about 6:00 pm, the wait staff comes around with small white sheets of paper on which you place your taco order. You list your name, quantity of tacos, and desired toppings, from which you can choose: lettuce, tomatoes, onions, cheese, and sour cream. After your orders are placed, your tacos are delivered to your table, each having been made to order…and the party can begin. My friends and I all agreed that the tacos were wonderful…and the sauce that was available to put on them was even better. Our table alone took care of three quarters of an average sized squirt bottle of the stuff in under 45 minutes. Not too shabby. If I have yet to make it clear, I will reiterate. Some Wednesday night in the near future, you have GOT to stop into Bill’s West State Tavern, located at 315... you guessed it…West State Street, in Jacksonville. So round up some friends for a relaxing night of great food and drinks! Until next time...

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As I look back on my time at New Salem, one of the questions I get most often, other than ‘”What was Abraham Lincoln like?” was about Ann Rutledge. I knew her about as well as anybody because New Salem was a small place where we both lived, although she was older than I. Also, I went to school with her until about 1831. In 1831, she must have been 16 or 17 and I was ten. We attended school in the small one room log cabin that had been built for that purpose in the southwest corner of the village. There were only 10 – 15 of us in school and it was hard to count because the number changed almost daily. The younger kids, like me, attended almost every day it was in session, but the older ones often had chores and other things to do, so they showed up when they wanted to, or when their parents made sure they did. I guess the thing that I remember most is that Ann Rutledge was the only girl in school. Her father, James Rutledge, was one of the founders of New Salem and had a pretty good education and wanted his children … all of his children … to be able to read and write. All of the other girls in the village stayed at home and helped their mothers with the many demands of keeping a home going. Ann had eight or nine brothers and sisters. I didn’t rightly count them, but there was a passel. She was the third oldest. At the time I thought she was the most beautiful girl in the world, and I guess, in my world, she was. She had dark hair and fair skin and a sweet smile. Maybe if I had seen a lot of girls at the time she would not have been better than everyone else, but to a ten year old boy, she was all that a girl should be. The older children in school had to help teach the younger ones, and I was always nervous, always wanted to get all my answers right when she helped me. I especially remember one day, before school started, we were all outside waiting to go in, and Ann said to us, “Alright, everyone smile and have a good time because this is the last chance you’ll have until school is out.” Our teacher, a thin fellow named Mentor Graham, was about as stern as a teacher could be. He was always very serious and I don’t think I ever saw him smile, certainly he never laughed. He had no formal training as a teacher and at the time I didn’t know that, but it does explain why he often had trouble with some of the lessons, especially with the older students. In later

years he was required to take certification to be a teacher and only qualified for the very early grades. He was not allowed to teach any math that had fractions or more difficult concepts. Ann also worked helping with the family business. James and Mary Ann Rutledge, Ann’s parents, had turned their home into an inn and tavern. One of the ways to draw travelers and settlers to the village was to have a place for people to eat and sleep. The arrangements were not as we think of today, like a hotel and restaurant. There were no special facilities, just their log house. For a small fee, travelers could have something to eat. There was no such thing as a menu, the food was whatever Mrs. Rutledge had cooked for the family. For another fee, a traveler could spend the night by finding an empty place on the floor if the rope beds and straw-stuffed quilts were all taken. The Rutledge house had four rooms on the lower floor and a couple of rooms on the second story. It was the only two-story house in the village. One of the upstairs rooms was a rather large sleeping area. This was a sleeping room for the travelers and the locals who rented a place to sleep. Abraham Lincoln and John McNeil were two of the people who roomed and boarded at the Rutledge Inn. It was common for men to live at the home of a local resident, and necessary for those who did not have their own property. Abraham Lincoln did not have his own home because he was young and poor. Mr. John McNeil was not poor. He was a single man who moved to New Salem about 1830. He purchased land for a house and bought some farm property from James Rutledge. McNeil was a business partner in the McNeil-Hill store that sold groceries and necessary items. It was at the Rutledge Inn that Ann and John McNeil became acquainted, then soon engaged to be married. It seems to me that it was 1831 or 1832 that Mr. McNeil announced that he was going back east, to Ohio, I think, to assist his family, and that he would return when the family matters were settled. There were some people that knew his name was not McNeil. Some people knew that but Ann wasn’t one of them. She was surprised to learn that his real name was McNamar and he was going under an assumed name. He said it was to protect his family back east but Ann never knew what to believe. One day I was standing outside the Rutledge Inn when Miss Ann (continued on pg. 19, see Ann)

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approached Abraham. “Abraham Lincoln” she said, “Did you know his name isn’t McNeil? Did you know that?” Abraham kicked at the dirt, then said, quietly, “Yes. I was witness to a land sale when he signed his real name, McNamar.” “Well, why didn’t you tell me? Why didn’t somebody tell me? “I figured that he told you. Or else, I would have.” She was in a fit. “How can I … how can anybody be engaged to marry someone and not even know their real name? Answer me that.” “I don’t know,” Abraham responded. “I’m sorry, Miss Ann. I’m truly sorry.” John McNeil (McNamar) was gone a long time. His father was in failing health and John stayed in Ohio to assist. Rumor was that he didn’t even write to her. In 1833, the Rutledge family moved to the farm they owned with McNamar. On August 25 of 1835, Miss Ann died of a typhoid epidemic that was

sweeping the country. She was 22 years old. It was reported that Abraham Lincoln was grief-stricken by her passing. I know that is true because I was grief-stricken. In fact, everyone I knew at New Salem was covered with a deep depression. Miss Ann was nice and kind to everyone. It was not just because she was the prettiest young girl in the village that everyone liked to talk with her. She always had time to help, to visit, and to be a friend. I was 17 at the time and when I heard the news, it was one of the few times I have cried. I have since read reports that said Abraham and Miss Ann were engaged to be married and they were in love with each other. That is not my opinion. I never heard Abraham or anyone else at the time, make such a claim. It is my firm belief that those stories were started by family members to make their family seem more important, once Mr. Lincoln became President. I think the Miss Ann would have married John McNamar if he had returned to New Salem. Ann’s father, James Rutledge, the founder of New Salem, died that same year, in December of 1835.

Lisa Talton

I love to laugh, and I love being around people who love to laugh. With everything that is going on in our world today, we need laughter more than

ever. Sometimes we need to lighten up and enjoy the laughable moments that are around us amidst our friends, family, and co-workers. The Bible tells us in Proverbs that a merry heart (laughter) does good like medicine. And guess what? This priceless medicine is fun, free, and easy to use. Laughter is a powerful antidote to stress, pain, and conflict. Humor can lighten our burdens, inspire hopes, connect us to others, and keep us grounded, focused, and alert. We are always looking for resources to improve our lives, but we all have this wonderful resource called laughter that a lot of us overlook every day. We can get ourselves so bogged down with work or responsibilities that we miss the funny things people are saying around us or the humorous situations that are taking place. Laughing is also contagious. Have you ever walked into a room and people were hysterically laughing and you did not even know why they were laughing, but their laughter caused you to start laughing? Or do you know anyone who has a contagious laugh? I have had several people come across my path who have blessed me simply with their laugh. Hearing them laugh brought a smile to my face every time. There are social benefits of humor and laughter as well. When we laugh with one another, a positive bond is created that helps against stress, disagreements, and disappointment. My family loves to watch America’s Funniest Home Videos together. When we are watching this show and laughing together, I never have to worry about the children bickering with one another or complaining about this or that. Everyone is too busy smiling, laughing, and enjoying. The problem with today is we do not have as many funny or

Tree (continued from pg. 18) designation. He praised the members of the campus landscaping committee who were instrumental in developing plans that ultimately won the endorsement of the Arbor Day Foundation. “We are fortunate to have local alumnae and alumni from around our nation who have supported the college’s campus beautification efforts,” the President remarked. “The dedication of Illinois College students, alumni, friends, and staff to plant and care for the College’s many trees deserves much of the credit for this latest

humorous shows that are family oriented. A lot of the funny shows today try and get their laughs from being crude, crass, or belittling others. But the good news is there are many ways we can create opportunities to laugh. We can read the funny pages or a humorous book. We can hang out with funny people or goof around with our children. And we can always share a funny or humorous story from our own personal archives. So to start the ball rolling I am going to share a story that I found humorous especially after the fact. Here goes: One day my husband and I were at his mom's house and our children were a couple houses down the street playing. After we were done visiting we got in the car to leave. As I was halfway in the car my husband says to me, "Is that a real frog in the back seat of the car?" I immediately stepped or better yet hopped (no pun intended) out of the car before even glancing towards the back where the frog in question was. [I am not very fond of hanging out with frogs in big open spaces let alone in the confines of a car.] So I slowly peep my head in the car to look in the back seat to get a better look, to find out if the frog was in fact a real frog. Well, the frog was not only real but was also very big which made me all the more cautious. It almost appeared fake because it was so still. Usually when I see a frog it is hopping, but this frog was sitting very quietly and patiently like he was waiting to take a ride with us. Needless to say he did not take a ride with us that day, but instead got shooed out of the car by my husband while I waited FAR away. On our way to pick up the children my husband was commenting that there was no way that frog could have gotten in our car without some assistance. We had a feeling one of our children provided that assistance. And sure enough when we questioned them our son told us he put the frog in the car so he could go home with us because frogs need homes too! If anyone has a humorous story to share or would like to make a comment please email me at [email protected]. national recognition of the College’s commitment to a sustainable and beautiful environment.” More information about the Tree Campus USA program is available at www.arborday.org/TreeCampusUSA. About the Arbor Day Foundation: The Arbor Day Foundation is a nonprofit conservation organization of nearly one million members, with a mission to inspire people to plant, nurture, and celebrate trees. More information on the Foundation and its programs can be found at arborday.org.

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AGriCulTurAl suMMArY - Several days of rain and cooler temperatures this past week slowed the crop maturity rate. This weather pattern has also allowed for white mold to set up in some soybean fields, a mold rarely ever seen in Illinois. There were only 4.0 days suitable for fieldwork reported. Topsoil moisture was rated 1 percent very short, 7 percent short, 78 percent adequate, and 14 percent surplus. Corn in the dough stage is at 64 percent, with dented at 12 percent. Corn was rated as 61 percent good to excellent and 39 percent poor to fair. Soybeans are 72 percent setting pods, compared to 89 percent in 2008 and 94 percent for the five-year average. Soybeans were rated at 60 percent good to excellent, while 40 percent was rated at poor to fair. Temperatures statewide averaged 70.4 degrees, 3.2 degrees below average. Statewide precipitation averaged 2.25 inches, 1.56 inch above average.

From the Fields

Crop Progress Percents August 2nd

This week brought the beginning of cooler temperatures. Did receive a few little showers during the nights, but it didn't amount to much. Next week sounds like it will be near perfect weather for the Farm Progress Show. We will attend on Tuesday as there are a few after hour events we are to attend. One in particular will be with Dr. Rob Fraley of Monsanto, who is always very informative as well as entertaining. Took another crop tour from the air this week. Things didn't get any better as far as crop conditions go. Went up into Cass County and saw a lot of down corn from the storms that went through a few weeks ago. A friend of ours with us said the damage looked worse than it appeared from the ground. Looked as though some faired better than others as it had alot to do with varieties, planting dates, and tillage practices. A flight over last weeks tornado area showed alot of down crops and all sorts of damage. Interesting to see the path when we were at 2000 ft. We are generally at lower altitudes. Soybean fields are showing more SDS. Really showing up in the air more than you can see on the ground. As usual we are yet to see a pattern of infestation. What looks to be the culprit in one field is not true in the next.

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