The Mornin' Mail is
published every weekday except major holidays
Monday, June 21, 2004 Volume XIII, Number 2
did
ya know?
Did Ya Know?. .
.Free Parenting Wisely classes will be held from
6:30-8 p.m. on June 23 and 30 at the Family
Neighborhood Center in Carthage. For more
information contact Debbie Capps at 358-9618 or
Corinne Waggoner at 358-3270.
Did Ya Know?. . .Ken
Rundel will present an Improv Comedy Workshop
from 6:30-7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 22nd at the
Carthage Library Annex, 510 S. Garrison. Sign up
at the YPL desk, or call 417-237-7040 for more
information.
Did Ya Know?. . .Andy
Thomas will present his portrait of Fallen
Fighter, Steve Fierro to the Carthage Fire
Department at 1:00 p.m. on Thurs., June 24th.
Did Ya Know?. . .The
Carthage High School Class of 1974 will be
holding a 30th anniversary reunion on October
15th and 16th. If anyone from the Carthage Class
of 74 has not been contacted, please call
358-2216 or 359-5671.
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today's
laugh
I like my
mirror. Even though it never lies, it never
laughs.
People who live in glass houses
shouldnt through parties.
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1904
INTERESTING MELANGE.
A Chronological Record of Events as they have
Transpired in the City and County since our last Issue.
STRUCK
OIL THIS TIME.
A Carthage Company in
Further Luck in Kansas.
The numerous Carthage people interested
in the Kansas & California Oil and Refining Co.,
which is operating near Independence, Kansas, were
gladdened Saturday afternoon by the news that in the
second hole being put down a fine flow of oil had been
struck. It was only 11 days before that a strong yield of
gas had been found in the first hole. A company which has
such good luck on its very first two drill holes,
certainly has nothing to complain of.
Will Dance at the
Club.
The young people of the society crowd
will dance at the Elk club next Thursday evening. This is
a return hop given for the young ladies who delighted the
gentlemen with a leap year party a while ago.
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Today's Feature
Budget
Set For Vote.
The City Council is scheduled
to meet for its last meeting of this fiscal
year tomorrow evening in City Hall at 7:30.
The agenda includes a vote on
the fiscal year 2005-2005 Operating and Capital
Budget for the City. The new fiscal year begins
July 1.
Other related votes include a
contract with the Carthage Convention and
Visitors Bureau in the amount of $125,000 which
will be funded by Lodging Tax revenues; a
contract with the Carthage Humane Society for
services in the amount of $16,800; and a contract
with the Carthage Over 60 Center for services in
the amount of $15,000.
The Council is also scheduled
to vote on a proposed utility rate change for
wastewater services as requested by the Carthage
Water & Electric Plant Board. The Council
bill caries emergency language so the vote will
come on the first reading Tuesday. The rate
change would take effect on July 1.
The Council is scheduled to
hear the first reading of the proposed contract
between the City and Sprenkle and Associates,
Inc. for engineering services for a period of
three years.
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Just Jake
Talkin'
Mornin'
I see they are
havin "chicken fights" at
the various finger lickin spots.
The folks wantin chickens that are
served to get better treatment while
theyre waitin to be turned
into fryers are dressin up like
wounded foul.
From what Ive
heard on several occasions the worm has
turned and folks are pullin in to
order more chicken just to make a
statement. Turns out folks are
defendin their rights to eat what
they please.
Im wonderin
if other franchises might pick up on the
idea and get groups to protest their
locations. The fish places could use a
wounded tuna, the hamburger joints could
have a cow limpin around, and the
rib joints could use a squealin
pig. Course the weiner stands
couldnt pull it off cause
nobody wants to know whats in a hot
dog.
This is some fact, but
mostly,
Just Jake Talkin.
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Weekly Column
THIS
IS A HAMMER
By Samantha Mazzotta
Beating the
Heat
If the hot weather hasnt
arrived yet in your part of the country, it soon
will: The Southern states have been sweltering
for at least a month. But no matter where you
are, a few simple steps can make summer life much
more comfortable.
Change air conditioner
filters monthly. The owners manual may
specify changing the filters every two to three
months, but if the unit sees daily use, a lot
more dust, debris and other particles will build
up. Swapping the filters regularly will increase
the air conditioners efficiency and
reduce the amount of potential allergens
circulating through the house. If your air
conditioner is a window unit, clean the filter
more often: every two weeks.
Improve air circulation
throughout the house. To maximize an air
conditioners effectiveness and reduce hot
and cold spots around the house, make sure a good
airflow exists. Proper attic ventilation is a key
factor in temperature control; vents installed in
the house soffits allow air in and out of the
attic (or crawl space), keeping the upper area of
the house from getting too hot. Make sure these
vents arent blocked. In the houses
living space, consider installing ceiling fans in
rooms where air remains stagnant, or place a
portable fan a couple feet off the floor to get
things moving.
Be prepared for pleasant
evenings. Repair those damaged window or porch
screens so that you can open up the house when
the sun has gone down and the outdoor air is
enjoyable. Youll be able to circulate fresh
air throughout the house without having to deal
with unwanted guests like mosquitoes and flies.
Screen repair kits can be picked up at the local
home-improvement store for less than $20, and
repairs are relatively easy to make.
Hydrate! Drink plenty of
water on hot days, even when youre inside.
Proper hydration helps regulate your body
temperature, winter or summer. If youll be
spending the day outside, wear sunscreen,
shirtsleeves and a hat. Take frequent breaks to
drink water and allow your body get used to the
heat. Dont push yourself when working
outside. After all, theyre not called the
lazy days of summer for nothing!
HOME TIP: To keep your air
conditioner working at peak efficiency, cut back
vegetation at least 12 inches from an outdoor
unit to ensure the airflow around it is not
restricted.
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