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Obituary - Russell H. Chandler
Russell Henry Chandler was born August 4, 1925 in Butler, Missouri, son of Marion Thomas and Tiny Florence (Chaney) Chandler. He attended the Lost Corner Grade School and graduated from Butler High School. Following school, Russell served four years in the U.S. Navy, crossing the equator in his travels. Russell was united in marriage to Marjorie Mae Camerer on July 18, 1943. He and Marjorie were heavily involved in the McGinnis Youth Center in Rich Hill, Missouri, as well as 4-H, where they served as club leaders.
Russell also served on the board of directors for the Mid-America Dairy Association, and traveled yearly to the national locations all over the U.S. He operated a farm and dairy all of his working years, and also worked for a time at Rice Implement in Butler. He was a charter member and honorary lifetime member of the Bates County Elks Lodge No. 2653. He was a longtime member of the Butler Saddle Club, and notably Russell was the last surviving member of the New Hope Baptist Church.
Russell was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marjorie; an infant son; and another son, Tommy Chandler; two brothers, and two sisters. He is survived by son Wesley Chandler and wife Janie of Butler; son Jim Chandler and wife Marty of Hume, Missouri; son Scott Chandler and wife Debby of Butler; seven grandsons, and four granddaughters; 26 great-grandchildren; 4 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Zella Rose Doane of Butler; as well as numerous family members.
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Rep. Wanda Brown's Capitol Connection: House Members Approve Voter ID Legislation
The House took action last week to pass legislation intended to protect the integrity of the voting process. The members of the House passed two pieces of legislation - one a proposed constitutional amendment and the other a statutory change – that would put in place a requirement that voters must show photo identification before casting their ballots.
This is an issue that has been debated in Missouri and in other states for years now. In fact, Missouri saw a voter ID bill signed into law in 2006 only to see it later struck down by the Missouri Supreme Court. Since that time, the legislature has continued to work on the issue with the goal of finding a compromise that would require voters to prove their identity before voting without disenfranchising Missourians who don’t already have a photo ID.
The legislation passed is meant to address the primary concern of critics by providing a government-issued photo ID at no charge to anyone who doesn’t have one. An amendment added on the floor also provides those without proper identification with a means to obtain a free copy of a birth certificate, which would be needed to obtain a government-issued ID. In addition, to prevent the requirement from being a barrier to those who cannot obtain an ID and those born before 1950 who may not have documentation such as a birth certificate, the bill would allow these Missourians to vote by provisional ballot.
Butler Bears State Wresting Results
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On
Thursday through Saturday, February 19-21, the Butler Bears varsity
wrestling team travelled to the 2015 MSHSAA State Wrestling
Tournament at the Mizzou Arena in Columbia, MO. The Bears took one
wrestler to the state tournament, Freshman Jacob Shipley (106).
Butler
Wrestlers’ Individual Match Results At State Tournament
106
Jacob Shipley (FR) 1 win, 2 losses
Shipley
drew a tough wrestler from Principia on Thursday morning, Caleb
Kelly. Shipley lost by fall in the second period. Kelly went on to
advance to the semifinal. Shipley had to wrestle back on the
consolation side immediately after, winning a decision over Clayton
Haslag of Fatima 9-2. Friday morning, Shipley landed in the second
round wrestleback with another strong opponent, Konner Shewmaker (SO)
of Versailles. Although he secured the first takedown, Shipley found
himself in trouble in the second period, losing by fall. Shipley
finished his season at 33-14.
- Coach’s Comments
“This
post-season was a tough one for the Bears. Our new district,
district 3, had 6 of the top 12 teams at state from last season in
it. The district also has depth in the particular weight classes
where we have wrestlers trying to take that next step- qualifying for
state. Only one of our 8 varsity wrestlers wrestling at this
district tournament had even attended last season’s district
tournament. The wrestlers who return next season should be better
prepared to have a chance to get out of this district and get to
Columbia. We’re proud that Jacob Shipley got a chance to represent
us at state. Winning a match at state also validates that you didn’t
sneak out of your district or get lucky. Not every draw at state is
equal, and I do think there were a few other 106 lb wrestlers that he
would have matched up better against on the consolation side.
Regardless, he takes back state-level experience to his teammates and
to the practice room for this off-season. In the future, his next
goal will be to keep standing through Saturday- when they pass out
the medals. I would like to say thank you once again to our
wrestling families, our media, and all of our fans through this
season. We appreciate your support.”
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Butler Food Pantry mass distribution
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The mass distribution at the Food Pantry will be this Saturday, February 28 from 8:30 to 11:30. Please bring proof you live in Bates County and join us Saturday.
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Henry County Sheriffs Office:Arrested for violation of order of protection
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| Vincent Paul Abell, II |
According to Sheriff J.
Kent Oberkrom, a search warrant was served on Monday, February 23,
2015 at 414 North Maple Street, Calhoun, Missouri. The search
warrant was applied for and subsequently issued by the court, after
review by the prosecuting attorney that allowed law enforcement to
search for the person of Vincent Paul Abell, II and a minor child at
that residence.
Earlier, Vincent Paul
Abell, II was served an ex-parte order of protection at his residence
by Deputy Leonard Kubilus. The order gave custody of a one year old
minor child to the mother, who was the petitioner on the order of
protection. Mr. Abell, after being served the order of protection,
refused to comply with the custody order and subsequently went into
his residence, locking the door and failing to respond to several
attempts by Deputy Kubilus to open the door and comply with the
order.
Subsequently, a search
warrant was applied for and issued by the court granting law
enforcement to enter the residence and search for the person of
Vincent Paul Abell, II and the minor child. While law enforcement
officers were preparing to enter the residence, Mr. Abell bolted from
a garage and entered the home on the back porch. Major Robert Hills,
Cpl. Aaron Brown and Deputy Leonard Kubilus pursued Abell into the
residence where he was taken into custody. Another adult in the home
was cooperative with law enforcement and surrendered the minor child
in accordance with the order of the court. Assisting at the scene
was Deputy Brady Graham and Sheriff Kent Oberkrom.
Mr. Abell was charged
with violation of an order of protection and failing to obey the
lawful order of a law enforcement officer. Abell was transported to
the Henry County Detention Center where he was later released after
posting a $2,500.00 bond.
Hume News 2/23/15
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Brad and Denise Steuck, Kolby, Blake and Dalley, Garrett Brooks, Peyton McFrederick and Dakota Thornburg enjoyed Sunday, February 22 on the slopes in Weston, Missouri. They enjoyed skiing and snowboarding.
A birthday party was held in honor of Bennett Irwin’s 9th birthday at her home in Nevada on Sunday evening, February 22. Dinner of homemade chicken and noodles which she helped her mother, Cassie make and brownies and ice cream were enjoyed by a host of family and friends. The birthday honoree enjoyed her presents and cards.
A 50th birthday celebration was held for Robert Spencer on Sunday, February 22 at the Grain Bin in Hume. A total of 67 family and friends helped Robert celebrate this special birthday!
The community of Hume wishes to extend their sympathy to Teresa Sword and family who have lost several family members lately. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Samantha Davidson put in her birthday money at the Hume United Methodist Church on Sunday. Samantha and her big sister, Cheyenne both share a birthday on February 23. Happy Birthday, girls!
There will be a free will donation Taco Salad Dinner on Sunday, March 8 at the Hume School from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Please enter through the East doors of the school. Carryout will be for available for those who would like to use this. The taco dinner will benefit the Hume after Prom festivities for the Junior and Seniors.
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Adrian Fire Department dispatched to possible flue fire
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The Adrian Rural Fire Department was dispatched and responded on a possible flue fire at a residence northwest of Adrian this evening. Fire units arrived on the scene and made a thorough investigation but could not locate any signs of a flue fire. Fire Fighters used a thermal imaging camera too help search for any fire or any higher than normal heat areas that may be located in a wall, possibly in the attic, or even within the flue, but nothing was found.
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