Nothing makes time pass more quickly than an income tax installment every three months.
Two kids were on the corner and a little girl walked by. One said, "Her neck's dirty." Other one said, "Her does?"
Government definition: A recession is merely a downward trend of a sliding tendency.
Did Ya Know... Applications are being accepted for "Century Farm" recognition according to Ed Browning, University Extension county program director. A "Century Farm" is a Missouri farm that has been in the same family for 100 years or more. Application forms are available at the University Extension Center in the basement of the Courthouse, Carthage.
Did Ya Know... Wal-Mart and Children's Miracle Network are having a Miracle Day on Sat., May 10. Events include; craft show & bake sale, Bathing Beauty Baby Show, BBQ at 11 a.m., Children's Talent Show at 1 p.m., Dog Show at 4 p.m., and Wal-Mart Associate's Talent Show at 6 p.m. For information call Cheryl Bryant at 358-3757
A Chronological Record of Events as they have Transpired in the City and County since our last Issue.
Thacker's Park the Place of Meeting. Edward F. Buckner, of Peirce City, and Glen Wollfender, of Neosho, were in the city today to make arrangements for the meeting of the Southwestern Band Association which will be held in this city June 7, 8 and 9 inclusive.
Carter's park, the Regan land just west of Cassil place and Thacker's park were all visited. After careful consideration Thacker's park was decided upon as the place. The park is located in Southwest Carthage on Forest street and at the west end of Macon street.
It is an ideal place for the meeting as there is an abundance of shade, pure water and room for vehicles. The park is four blocks from the street car line and only fifteen minutes walk from the square. The meeting here will be a big thing for Carthage, as it will bring a great many people here and consequently a great deal of money.
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Every year about this time a strange phenomenon occurs. As you're driving down the street or walking through the mall, there are bright reflections - the kind that make your eyes hurt and cause you to quickly grab your sunglasses. I call this phenomenon "WLS" or "White Leg Syndrome."
"WLS" is a frightening, debilitating condition; frightening to those of us who see it and debilitating to those of us who have it. "WLS" causes those of us who have it to ashamedly keep our bright white limbs hidden in the closet (or under long pants and dresses). Could the reflection from our white legs cause accidents to those who innocently look -or even blindness? Hopefully not! But there are some solutions to this physical and social problem.
The most common solutions are effective, but not all "WLS" sufferers can use them. These would be sunbathing and tanning beds. Some of us are already reaping the rewards of many hours in the sun during our younger years. The other solution is effective, quick and painless.
Sunless tanning creme; many companies produce it, some work better than others. Used properly it can help you recover from "WLS," wear shorts and walk proudly. No more embarrassment! No more fear of causing accidents or blinding someone. So come on! Get those bright whites out of the closet (or wherever you've been hiding them) and try sunless tanning creme. Not all brand are created equal, so ask your professional cosmetologist for a recommendation today!
A discussion on the possible adoption of an ethics code for the City Council and the various appointed boards and commissions is on the agenda for tomorrow’s Finance/Personnel Committee meeting in City Hall at 5:15 p.m.
Committee Chair Lugene Clark has obtained a copy of an ethics ordinances recommended by the Missouri Municipal League and the committee will review the document. According to Clark, there is no official Code of Ethics currently on the books. There are several guidelines as to various activities that are not allowed, but they mainly deal with City employees and not elected officials.
“There is no comprehensive way to address problems that may arise,” Clark told the Mornin’ Mail.
The meeting will be in Council Chambers.
One family dwelling construction led the categories for dollar value of permits issued in April according to the City Engineering Department.
A total of twenty-seven building permits were issued for the month at a total value of just over $1 million. A total of six of the permits were issued with a total value of $496,000. There were also three permits issued for one family dwelling additions with a total value of $8,100 and two one family alterations with a value of $5,600.
A permit for remodeling and addition to the old Steadley plant by Leggett and Platt shows a value of $336,400. A building alteration and repair permit for the Burger King restaurant was issued with a shown value of $150,000. The alteration will bring the play area indoors and result in additional seating.
A $60,000 preconstructed modular building was approved to be located on Baker that will be used as class rooms for the Headstart program.
The Department’s monthly report alsoshowed eighteen plumbing permits, ten roofing permits, three siding permits, and three fence permits issued. One fence permit was refunded.
The City Clerk’s Office showed a total of $23,541.61 in tax collections for the month of April. The gas company franchise fee contributed the largest dollar amount with a total of $21,852.26.
The City cigarette tax, equal to five cents a pack, contributed $7,045.10 to the coffers while occupation licenses trickled to a total of $1,270.35. Dog license fees jumped to a total of $270 for the month and the typical increase in rummage sales licenses rose to $149. Delinquent taxes continue to come in and grew to a total of $4,861.28 for the month.
Talked to a guy the other day who was troubled. Said he was startin’ ta think more like Jake ever’day. I’m still not for sure ‘xactly what he meant, but I don’t think he was feelin’ too good about it.
The fact is, most of us don’t have a lot ta say ‘bout how we look at things. They say that by the age of three, most of us are already pretty well set in our ways. Most just spend the rest of their lives tryin’ to keep from lettin’ the rest of the world know. It’s a jolt ta most of us as we ah, mature, how much we resemble our parents.
One lady said she looked in the mirror one day and exclaimed, “My god, it’s my mother.”
Maybe that’s what this feller was worried about, that some day he’d see Jake in the mirror. Believe me, that would make a lot a fellers linger in bed a little longer in the mornin’. ‘Fraid ta get up and shave. Now ya know why I got whiskers.
I just ask one thing, don’t use me as an excuse for what you’re thinkin’.
This is some fact, but mostly, Just Jake Talkin’.
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UNDECLARED EPIDEMIC: Every year, millions of people deliberately expose themselves to the risk of developing melanoma, a dangerous skin cancer that is expected to strike some 34,000 people this year, and claim some 7,200 lives. The tragedy lies in the fact that so many of these cancers could have been prevented, and that many of the people who died might have survived if their cancers had been caught early enough.
The American Academy of Dermatology calls skin cancer, “an undeclared epidemic.” It is the most prevalent type of cancer in the country, yet its prevalence doesn’t seem to deter those who throw caution to the winds and submit themselves to the sun’s potentially dangerous rays. The principal cause of skin cancers is overexposure to the sun. The risk is increased if the exposure results in sunburn and blistering.
Other causes include repeated medical and industrial x-ray exposures, scarring from diseases or burns, occupational exposure to such hazards as coal and arsenic, and a family history of skin cancer. Prevention remains the best “remedy.”
If you must go out in the sun, avoid exposure to its harmful rays by covering up as much as possible and using sunscreens with a 15 SPF rating, at least.