Candidates Sought For County Commissioner.

Hensley Gets Two Votes.

The resignation of Eastern District County Commissioner Mike Cloud is causing a stir a several levels throughout Jasper County.

At the forefront of the activity is the Democratic Committee in Jasper County. The call has gone out for those interested being considered by Democratic Governor Carnahan for the appointment to the position. The term expires on December 31, 2000.

Democratic Committee Secretary Ruby Sapp told the Mornin' Mail that the Governor's office has requested three nominees from the Democrats and three from the Republicans. An appointee would be selected from that group. Although there is no guarantee that the appointee would be a Democrat, Sapp said she would be disappointed if it wasn't.

Any interested persons wishing to be considered by the Democratic Committee is requested to sent a resume to Ruby Sapp, 814 Summit Dr., Joplin 64801. The resumes must be in by Tuesday September 29.

Republican's wishing to be considered need to be nominated by a member of the Jasper County Republican Committee. They can contact Chairman Steve Hunter by phone or send a resume to Steve Hunter, Rt. 6, Box 402, Joplin, MO 64801. A meeting is tentatively scheduled for Thursday, October 1 to choose candidates to be submitted for consideration by the governor.

Until the appointment is made, the County Commission will operate with only two after the resignation becomes official on September 30. In an unexpected turn, the County Attorney's office has discovered that in the event of a tie vote with only two Commissioners, the Presiding Commissioner breaks the tie. Presiding Commissioner Danny Hensley seemed pleased with that circumstance during the regular Thursday morning Commission meeting yesterday. He suggested that all media attend next Thursday's regular meeting to see what changes he might come up with.

Western District County Commissioner Anna Ruth Crampton was not amused with the comments according to Hensley.

The issue of flying flags depicting the authentic designs flown by the Union and Confederate states at the start of the Civil War was brought up during the meeting.

"We'll talk about that next Thursday," says Hensley.

Building Bridges Fair:

Celebrating the Value of Bringing Generations Together

news release from the University of Missouri extension office

You and your family are invited to the 1998 Building Bridges and Strong Families fair on October 10, 1998 at the Northpark Mall in Joplin. The purpose of the fair is to raise awareness of the value of intergenerational issues, appreciate volunteers and participants' contribution. "Celebrating the value of bringing generations together" is the theme of the fair.

The fair will be from 1 to 5 p.m. There will be an opening ceremony and story telling for kids, Carl Junction school students and a teacher Cheryl Costley will share their work on Building Bridges. Dr. Larry Thomas, Superintendent form Carl Junction Schools will give an address on the value of role model in the home.

Harold VanderWeide, Vice Commander 7th District VFW, will also give a short presentation followed by performances. Local schools and volunteers will provide performance. Pianist, Dr. Kevin Costley from Messenger College will play outstanding music for the fair. At the end of the fair, Building Bridges participants, volunteers, and supporters will be recognized. Some local agencies and groups will share their services and resources at the fair.

Come to join this exciting community event. For more information call 358-2158.

Congratulations to Penny Wilkinson!!

news release artCentral

Well let's see...Hey...great news!! Last Monday night we had about 20 ladies from the Women's Investment Network (WIN) out here for their quarterly social. Everyone had a great time and they were very interesting in our little gallery. One of our members, Shellie Markham, was responsible for providing food for the evening and boy was it a feast!! Peel and eat shrimp, chicken planks, egg rolls with plum sauce and spinach and artichoke dip with red, white and blue corn chips!! There was also sauted apples and pecans with a bourbon caramel sauce for desert (yours truly whipped that out!)!! We would like to thank them for their generous donation and we hope they will want to come back again!!

Congratulations are in order...Penny Wilkinson, Carl Junction, participated in the Miami Arts Fair recently and came away with a Best Of Show award and a First Place in oil painting!! Way to go Penny!! Clap, clap, clap!! Mishele Riley, Miami, took First Place in sculpture and we think John Beasley won something but we're not sure....Our congratulations to all the talented folks who won awards!! We're going to have to get these guys lined up to show in our gallery!! What do you say, guys?

Our next show will be an artist from Arkansas, Gwen Long. She is a recognized artist in her native state, Oklahoma and has taught painting and drawing for over 35 years. Her art schools were located in Stillwater, OK, McLean, Reston, Fairfax, and Vienna, all in Virginia and later in Topeka, KS.

Gwen still teaches but on a much smaller scale now. Her and her husband have recently moved to Bella Vista and she says that after twenty-nine moves!! she is ready to sit still.

Oil and acrylics are her favorite mediums but she also works in watercolor and collage. She enjoys painting still lifes and landscapes and has been taking advantage of the beautiful Arkansas scenery and is doing more plein air painting. That means she likes to stand out in a field or along a roadside and paint.

Gwen has had over 35 one-man shows in Oklahoma and has won more than 75 awards in state, regional, and national shows. The opening reception will be October 9 from 6-8 p.m. Come out and meet Gwen and see her work.

Kit Tuck, Lamar, will be holding a Paper Mache workshop. October 12 and 19 from 6:30-8:30 each evening. This will be on two consecutive Mondays. Kit is an artist who's medium is mainly paper. She travels to South America where she helps set up paper making equipment and starts the locals out in the process of making hand made paper. This gives some women in third world countries a chance to earn a living. Kit's workshop will be $50 and a small deposit will hold you a spot in her class.

Remember us for you holiday parties!! We still have plenty of room for YOUR party!! Give us a call!

On a more personal note...Hang in there Mary..We love you!!

More............next week.

Just Jake Talkin'
Mornin',

Those in the know are gearin' up for the "elections" next week. The committees are both gettin' wound up for the big meetings and the governor is waitin' for the short list.

The replacement of an elected official isn't real common in these parts so it appears that ever'one is gatherin' info as to the proper procedure. Right now it appears that the Democrats have the inside track for all practical purposes. The Republicans are still gonna make sure they have a contender and the discussions that lead to both party's nominations should be interestin.'

It's a little strange to have a quick election without all the yard signs and big get togethers, but I've gotta believe there will be plenty of politickin' over the week end. If you are a committee member, get ready for a few phone calls.

This is some fact, but mostly,

Just Jake Talkin'.

by

Oak Street health & herb

Natural Nutrition.

What is Ghee? It is clarified butter. It is considered a gourmet cooking which will not easily burn. It has been used for years as an alternative healthy choice for pure butter. One can clarify butter by heating it up and spooning off the white foamy part. Be quick, as there is a fine line between burning time and spooning time!

Ghee has been a healthy choice for some of the following reasons:

• Absorption: acts as a powerful carrier for lipid-soluble vitamins and minerals, aiding cellular absorption of herbs and foods.

• Preservative: does not spoil, and actually preserves the original freshness and potency of herbs and foods.

• Digestion: balance excess stomach acid and may help repair the mucus lining of the stomach.

• Skin Burns: like aloe, Ghee prevents blisters and scarring if applied quickly.

• Memory: promotes the three aspects of mental functioning- learning, memory, and recall.

Ghee can be used as a substitute for butter or used in making ones own cosmetics and facial creams. I personally have used it as an ingredient in making salves. Ghee is naturally high in vitamins A, D, K and E.

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