Butler Chamber Business of the Month

DSWA Certified Public Accountants was established by John G. Daniel of Butler (as Daniel and Associates) in August of 1988. Through the years John and his management team have added offices in Nevada and Raymore, Mo. The crew has grown to five CPA’s, five staff staff accountants, six support staff and one investment professional. They provide accounting, auditing, tax preparations, financial planning and payroll services to businesses and individuals throughout west central Missouri and eastern Kansas. John has modified his role recently to focus more on client relationships, with tax preparation and auditing, as well as business and financial consultation. DSWA’s Managing Partner is now Renda S. Armstrong, CPA of Nevada. Other DSWA partners and Jamie J. Loe, CPA of Amoret, and B.G. Wolfe, Jr., CPA of Nevada. The local office is located at 210 W. Ohio STreet, just west of the Butler square. 

Front row from left: Katie Abend, CPA, Kristi Cumpton, John Daniel, CPA, Jamie Loe, CPA, Renda Annstrong, CPA and Lane Hernandez. Back row from left: Cheyenne Burton, Chamber member, Kim Jacobs, Chamber member, Carrie Brooks, Carol Ann Winburn, B.G. Wolfe, Jr., CPA, Julienne McGuire, Danyell Spencer, Barbara Lawrence, Chamber Director.

Historic Aircraft Coming to Butler

One of the most recognizable aircraft in history is the Boeing Stearman biplane as shown here and this particular aircraft will be flying into the Butler airport next week for a special appearance. It’s all part of a program called Dream Flights, which gives veterans and former fliers a chance to not only see this beautiful aircraft up close but includes a ride aloft for a chosen few. 

Dream Flights has a total of six Stearmans in their company and are currently celebrating Operation September Freedom, providing rides to some 1,000 selected veterans in all 50 states in celebration of the 75th anniversary of the ending of WWII (note the celebration was delayed last year due to covid). Luckily, Butler made the list of stops and on August 31st, Harold Carey and Donald Radford, both of Butler, have been selected to take a ride. 

The biplane is expected to taxi in around 9 am and the public is invited to join in this momentous occasion. And, as an added bonus, all veterans present will be invited to sign their name on the aircraft.

Sheriff's Posse To Turn Up The Horsepower

Bates County Sheriff Chad Anderson and Peaches

The Bates County Sheriff’s Posse is taking an old school approach that appears to be quite effective in our modern world by organizing a mounted wing of the Posse. Such programs are quite prevalent all around the United States and are growing in popularity for many reasons, such as when doing search and rescue, riding a horse provides extra height for a larger viewing area; and is quiet compared to using 4 wheelers. “There are a lot of benefits to using horses” said Sheriff Chad Anderson during a recent meeting for new members “the biggest being they often can go where motorized vehicles cannot. And it’s faster than walking.”

The timing of this program actually couldn’t be better. “Everything's just falling into place to make it work. The Adrian Optimist Club has been very helpful in offering up Ferguson Arena for practice and training. And the number of those interested in joining is higher than we previously thought” he added.

During the informational meeting held August 12th at the arena, both Anderson and Bates County Coroner Greg Mullinax, who is also a horse enthusiast and is working to spearhead the program, briefed the crowd about how it will all come together. According to Mullinax, while joining the Mounted Posse will be quite rewarding, there will be work involved and possibly not everyone may make the cut “To qualify, riders need to show horsemanship and have training. And we’ll have to qualify the horses as well. Like do they respond well to basic commands, and how well they behave outside their normal environment”. He went on to say members will also be required to participate in a minimum number of events to stay active in the organization.

The Mounted Posse program will include mounted patrol for officers as well, as interest has spilled over to include deputies, which will insure there will be an officer nearby as needed in certain circumstances. As the discussion ensued, it was made clear that more specialized tasks likely will develop as the mounted posse membership grows with new members and ideas brought into the mix.

Beside the practical reasons for having a mounted posse, there will be the fun stuff, too. Both Anderson and Mullinax mentioned the social side of things, such as representing the organization during community events such as parades, fairs, ceremonies, etc. Sheriff Anderson pointed out that the social element is equally important, as being in public with the horses will certainly enhance community relations overall.

While the program is in its infancy, things are moving pretty fast. For those interested in joining, there will be some basic criteria that must be met: 1. Members must pass a criminal and character check; 2 Own all necessary equine equipment such as tack and supplies; 3. Be able to transport themselves and their equine(s) to Posse events; 4. Possess and demonstrate reasonable horsemanship to ensure safety of themselves, their mounts and others around them.

To boot (no pun intended) there will be an official look for the Mounted Posse, as horses will be outfitted with matching tack, saddle blankets and possibly breast collars. Riders will be provided a uniform and badge. It was also mentioned that there is a place for those who love horses but don’t have one- there will be plenty of support roles available.

Sheriff Anderson pointed out the program is funded via the regular budget and donations. “Our budget comes from housing outside inmates” he went on to say “I believe in this program and if it helps find one child or an elderly person who has wandered off then it’s worth every dime. This program is one more tool in our belt to help us do everything we can in serving our citizens. This program in other communities helps with community policing and bridges gaps between the community and its law enforcement”.

Anyone who would like more information visit the Bates County Sheriff’s Posse Facebook page or call 660-679-3232.

The Museum Minute: Man Attacks for Being Called a Dude

Courtesy of the Bates County Museum 802 Elks Drive, Butler Mo 64730 (660) 679-0134

Herrman’s Historical Happenings week of August 25th

1821 Harmony Mission, a school for the Osage Indians along the Osage River, is officially established.

1883 R. L. Thomas, Rich Hill druggist, attacks Colonel Gem Magill, editor of the Western Enterprise newspaper, in front of the Rich Hill Post Office for printing he was a dude.

1917 The home of George B. Vail is destroyed by fire and his wife and small daughter lose their lives. A coroner's jury finds a bullet hole in Mrs. Vail’s head and there is an unsolved murder being investigated.

1932 A band of gypsies, who have been making the rounds in nearby towns and being a nuisance, descend on Butler but Deputy George Kersey runs them out of town, leaving the roamers wondering about Mo hospitality.

1935 The largest crowd ever attends the annual picnic and reunion at the Prairie Rose School, 2 miles west of Passaic. Ted Wolfe and his singers, of Butler, entertain.

1943 The 47th annual reunion of the Bates Co Old Settlers Association is held on the courthouse North lawn. The afternoon mercury neared 100 but the crowd of nearly 3,000 stayed until 10:30 pm.

1946 In a horse pulling contest at the Maplewood Farm, southwest of Rich Hill, First prize goes to Seth Beckman, of Drexel

1954 Mr. & Mrs. Robert Fahnestock and sons Bobby, Danny & Jimmy appear at the M.F.A showroom with a musical program every hour from 10 am to 5 pm. They’ll appear on the 28th also.

1989 The Kahn Transportation Company of Butler, printed a half page letter to the Butler City Council, asking why after submitting a bid for a Butler city police car, the contract was given to the Ford car agency at a bid of $1,086.95 more than the Kahn bid.

Shopper pick up locations

The Shopper is mailed to everyone in the region for free the first week of each month and will be implementing a subscription service soon. In the meantime, you can pick up a free copy at these locations as always:

Adrian Mo - NAPA, Yoss Thriftway, Byrds Pecans, post office lobby
Amsterdam  Mo - McBee's, Leona's, Cafe, post office lobby
Appleton City Mo - Powell’s True Value, AC Feed Store, Food Fair, post office lobby
Archie Mo - Quik Break, Mama’s Kitchen, Fishing Dock, post office lobby
Butler Mo - El Charro, Bear Stop, both Casey's, Shopper office 17 N. Main St.
Drexel Mo - Food Fair, Casey's, Liquor store, Smoke shop
Hume Mo - Citizens Bank, Hume General Store
LaCygne Ks - Casey's, Stainbrook’s, Nana Jo’s, Hook N Deals Bait Shop, Get The Funk Out Laundromat
Montrose Mo - post office lobby, Montrose Savings Bank
Mound City Ks - Food Fair, Casey’s, 3 Chicks and a Pony flea market
Passaic Mo - McBee's
Pleasanton Ks - Casey's, NAPA, Clinch Realty, post office lobby
Prescott Ks - D’s Truck Stop
Rich Hill Mo - Bates County Produce, Food Fair, Pump ‘N Petes, post office lobby
Rockville Mo -  Seider’s One Stop

Hot & Humid rest of the week

It's hot. It'll be hot the rest of the week. Who's ready for fall?

Obituary - Alice Maurine Stevenson

Alice Maurine Stevenson, 91, Nevada, MO passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021, at Buffalo Prairie Health Center in Buffalo, MO. Alice was born January 16, 1930, in Lee’s Summit, MO to Leon W. and Mabel L. (Wyrick) Stafford.

Memorial services will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, August 25, 2021, at Ferry Funeral Home in Nevada. Friends may call now and until the hour of service at the funeral home.

Obituary - Delores B. (Judd) Modrell

Delores Modrell, 86, of Nevada, MO, passed away on Friday, August 20, 2021 at Freeman Health System West, Joplin, MO. Delores was born on June 10, 1935 in Nevada to Ollie Thomas and Ruth Lucille (Van Dolah) Judd. She was married to Robert Modrell and he preceded her in death.

Delores was raised in Metz, Mo and graduated from Metz High School Class of 1954. She served in the U. S. Navy for four years. After the service she lived in Kansas City, MO and worked for AMINO Brother’s Construction for 20 years. Following retirement she lived in Harwood, MO and has resided in Nevada for the past 20 years.

Delores was an avid book reader, enjoyed doing crossword and sudoku puzzles, playing bingo, and helping others. She enjoyed her weekly card game with her friends.

Survivors include her siblings, brothers Grover Judd (Ruby), Nevada, Walter Judd (Gloria), Kansas City, MO, and Della Talley (Dennis), Nevada; numerous nieces and nephews; stepchildren, Robert Modrell (Helen), Salina, KS, and Terry Lachenmyer, SC; step-grandson Ben (Angela) Modrell, AK, and his daughter, Joslynn, and sister-in-law Katy Judd, CA. In addition to her husband Robert and her parents, she was preceded in death by a brother, Franklin Judd, and a half-brother, Don Judd.

Funeral services will be at 1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at Ferry Funeral Home, Nevada. Interment will follow in Green Mound Cemetery, Harwood, MO.

Those who wish may contribute in Delores’ memory to the Green Mound Cemetery in care of Ferry Funeral Home.