Mornin' Mail

The Mornin' Mail is published every weekday except major holidays
Wednesday, October 31, 2001 Volume X, Number 96

Did Ya Know?. . .The America Youth Showcase Baby Contest will be held at
1:00 p.m. on Sun., Nov 4th in the Carthage Memorial Hall. For more information please call 358-1914.

Did Ya Know?. . .The National Shelter Open House will be held from 1-5 p.m. on Sun., Nov. 4th. There will be door prizes and treats for people and their pets. Meet the staff and find out what they’re all about.

Did Ya Know?. . .The Friends of the Carthage Public Library will have a booksale from 8 a.m. until noon on Sat., Nov. 3rd in the Library Annex, 510 Garrison. "Check out" these booksales on the first Saturday of each month.

today's laugh

"Yes, my husband’s laid up, a victim of football."
"But I didn’t know he even played the game."
"He doesn’t. He sprained ‘is larynx at the match last Saturday."

"Say!" yelled the farmer, who owned the pond, "don’t you see that sign: No Fishing Here?"
"I sure do," said the disgusted fisherman. "The fellah that printed that sign knew what he was talkin’ about!"

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

WIND AND CLOUD BURST.

Miniature Cyclone Northeast of Carthage Yesterday Afternoon.

There was a miniature cyclone and cloud burst northeast of Carthage yesterday at about 3 o’clock, the same hour at which the heavy rain fall occurred in this city. The damage done was considerable.

At the home of J. A. Logsden, five miles northeast, on the Avilla road, twelve good sized trees in the orchard were snapped off like pipe stems and all out buildings were blown over. A McCormick harvester weighing 2,500 pounds was picked up by the wind, carried on hundred feet and deposited upside down.

At the farm of R. F. Hemphill the barn was blown over, but strangely enough two horses and a buggy which were inside were unharmed.

At the home of Mr. Hemphill, Sr., several trees were blown down and the wind mill was wrecked.

At C. D. Wilson’s farm occupied by Will Blackford the doors of the barn were torn from their hinges.

With the wind was a veritable cloud burst, the water coming down in sheets. In the pastures the cows waded knee deep in water and at the farm of Geo. Koontz the soil was washed from the land in a newly plowed field for a strip 100 feet wide by 300 or 400 feet long. The soil was carried to the south edge of the field.

The cyclone nature of the wind is shown by the fact that at J. A. Logsden’s farm the house was apparently untouched by the wind and a lard can sitting outside was not moved. It was rained half full of water however.

There may have been other damage beyond the point from which the above is reported but if so it is not yet known.

The amount of the rain fall in Carthage yesterday was 1.24 inches.

	Today's Feature Treats On The Square Today. Main Street Carthage and the merchants on the Square are sponsoring the annual "Treats ‘Round The Square this afternoon beginning at 3:30 until 5:30 p.m. "Merchants will hand out treats to the kids," says Main Street Director Carol Green, "and offer the children and parents a safe, fun and guaranteed successful Halloween." For those wanting a record of the event, Main Street has arranged for photographer Mike Morgan to be set up on the Courthouse lawn. Morgan will offer various photo packages for $10. Green requests that all children be accompanied by an adult. Maple Leaf Quilt Show Results Machine quilting; 1st, Rayma Lawrence; 2nd, Nell Marie Brooks. Traditional/Antique Patterns; 1st, Lois Nebelsick; 2nd Gail Leaming. Embroidery/Applique; 1st, Betty Crews; 2nd, Gladys Smith Wall hangings/baby quilts; 1st, Sue Swindle; 2nd, Judy Grissom. Best Quilt of Show; Karen Adkins. Prizes provided by Gee’s Old Fashioned Variety and Powers Museum.
	Just Jake Talkin' Mornin', It seems a little strange for the weather predictions today to be sunny and in the 70’s. Not that it’s unusual for this part of the country, just that Halloween just seems a little more spooky when there’s a nip in the air. By evenin’ it may be cool enough so costumes are still tolerable to wear. If ya hadn’t heard, there will be a little more visible police personnel for the evenin’ in the higher traffic areas. Accordin’ to Chief Veach, this is mainly as a reassurance for those who might feel a little uneasy with little gobblin’s runnin’ around. If ya see a patrol car in the neighborhood, be sure to offer a treat or two to the officers spendin’ their evenin’ makein’ sure you enjoy yours. This is some fact, but mostly, Just Jake Talkin’.
Sponsored by Carthage Printing Services	Weekly Column PRIME TIME WITH KIDS by Donna Erickson If your kids have been intrigued by the ready-made clear tube bangle-style bracelets in stores, suggest they make their own. They can use easy-to-find materials and teeny-tiny items from around the house. The whimsical bangles are typically made out of plastic tubing sold by the foot at hardware stores. The tubing is filled with shiny beads, glitter or other decorative items. Then the open ends are wedged together with a tight-fitting piece of wood and a dab of glue. For an easier alternative which my kids prefer, use standard air-line tubing found at pet/aquarium supply stores. For under $3, we purchased a package of 8 feet of tubing and a package of six tubing connectors (which provide an ideal, snug fit when completing the bangle). Here’s how to make a child-size bracelet: Cut the clear tubing into a 7-inch length (can be made shorter if necessary) and attach a tubing connector to one end. Fill the tube with miniature treasures or eye-catching beads, sequins, scraps of colorful fabric and paper, or sand from your favorite beach. Use a toothpick or skewer to aid in poking the items through the tube. Leave about one-quarter of an inch of the tube empty and push the open end onto the exposed end of the tubing connector. The tight fit should hold the bangle together. Slip the bangle over your child’s wrist. Make several to mix and match. For an extra idea, attach a metal key ring over the tubing before you complete the bangle for a unique and jazzy key chain your child will love to use. Due to small parts, this project is appropriate for kids 3 and up.