Today's Feature

Courthouse Tree Removed.

The large, old northern red oak tree on the northeast corner of the Carthage Courthouse square was cut down on Sunday, October 29 due to a disease that could potentially have made the tree unstable. Western District Commissioner Darius Adams said that seismic tests had been conducted by Missouri State arborists, which revealed that the tree was rotting on the inside.

The smaller tree next to this large one was removed prior to the Maple Leaf Parade due to the same disease. Adams said the larger tree was intentionally scheduled to not be removed until after the parade.

Dick Baugh Tree Service commenced work the work of removing the tree at approximately 8 o’clock in the morning on Sunday and were nearly finished with the job by 3 o’clock in the afternoon.

Due to its size, the tree was topped first and then cut down in sections from the top until it stood about 15 feet high. The remaining tree was then laid on its side removed. This body of the tree is to be saved for further inspection by the Missouri State arborists. The stump is also to be left in place so that the rings may be counted to more closely determine the tree’s age.

A darker patch of diseased wood is exposed in the center of the remaining stump. On Monday morning the ring-counting had not yet been scheduled.

Stench Report:

Monday,
10/30/06

No Stench detected on the
Carthage Square

‘Course, the folks get plenty of participation too. Gettin’ costumes, plannin’ parties, runnin’ treats through the metal detectors.

What I like the most is those folks that dress up their house and really get into the spirit of Halloween. You know, bushes that talk to ya and the grown ups are all dressed up to look spooky. Nine times outa ten they’ve got the best treats too.

My favorite treat was always the popcorn balls. I always tried to sneak back and hit those houses a second time. Didn’t work often, those folks knew the game too.

This is some fact, but mostly,

Just Jake Talkin’.

Pulmonary Edema Floods Lungs With Fluid

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: My daughter, 40 years old, died. The coroner, who is not a medical doctor, said she died of pulmonary edema, because her tongue and mouth had a white covering. My heart doctor told me it was congestive heart failure. Please tell me the difference between the two. -- B.L.

ANSWER: You have my sincere sympathy on the death of your daughter at such a young age.

Pulmonary edema is a flooding of the lungs with fluid. Its causes are many. Pneumonia is one cause. Inhaling a toxic, irritating gas is another. Some medicines can cause it. Inflammation of the pancreas is often accompanied by pulmonary edema.

However, the biggest cause is congestive heart failure. The heart has become so weak that it cannot empty itself of blood. Blood backs up into the lungs. The fluid part of blood seeps out of blood vessels and fills the lungs’ air spaces with fluid -- pulmonary edema.

The next question is: What causes congestive heart failure? Its causes are also many. A heart attack, out-of-control high blood pressure, heart-valve problems and infections of the heart are a sample of possible causes.

I don’t understand the association the coroner made between a white-coated tongue and mouth and pulmonary edema.

LETTER TO THE EDITOR:
Opinions expressed are those of the writer and not necessarily those of the Mornin’ Mail.

Concerning Danny Hensley, who is a "write in" candidate for Presiding Commissioner of Jasper County, MO, in the upcoming General Election November 7, 2006.

For those who may not know Danny, he was previously elected to this position in 1984 and served to 2002, when he lost to Chuck Surface. Danny served for eighteen years with distinction. He now wants to win his position back, and many want him back. We are the ones who have urged him to enter the race. We believe that he can prevail in this effort.

Danny’s record of performance for those eighteen years is the very best seen during my fifty-six years as a resident of Jasper County. When he came to this office, it was with fresh ideas, and a plan to implement them and make them work. His determination and leadership skills led the county from poor roads and bridges to one of the best counties in the state. Another superior project which Danny was quick to proceed with is the beautiful Jasper County Court House. He dealt with deferred maintenance swiftly, put good lighting on this building, making it sparkle again, to the delight of everyone. This is a true jewel - for all here, for the state, and actually for the entire nation.

Danny’s personal life is equally impressive. He is a leader at the Fairview Christian Church. Among the nice things he is identified with are: The Jasper County Youth Fair - most of the Little League activities, - developing the Arts community; Art shows, Midwest Gathering of the Artists, - and much more.

Your vote for Danny would be appreciated. I’m certain Danny will not disappoint you.

Sincerely,

Ray W. Grace