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No Swimming In

BG This Summer

....Story 7A


Free Hazardous Waste

Disposal On Saturday
...Story 7A


Fishing Tourney

SCatches Kids

S. .Story 8C


The


Herald-Advocate


Hardee County's Hometown Coverage


105th Year, No. 27
3 Sections, 28 Pages


Thursday, June 16, 2005


Detours


Steer


Drivers


Dizzy


By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
Expect detours!
That's the word these days as
heavy rains have continued to
erode local roads.
Perhaps most surprising is the
closure of a block of the new U. S.
17 northbound lines, causing a
detour expected to last at least a
month.
Travel on that stretch was
reduced to one lane a couple of
weeks ago. Since then, the situation
has deteriorated and "it's more
extensive than originally thought.
You could park a Volkswagon


PHOTO BY RALPH HARRISON
Detours close parts of U.S. 17 North and East Bay Street in Wauchula. Expect no relief for at least a month.


under it now," commented
Wauchula Public Works Super-
intendent Ray McClellan during
Monday evening's City Commis-,
sion meeting.
Freedom Pipe Line, the contrac-
tor for the $3.6 million U. S. 17
four-laning project, closed the
northbound lanes late Monday
afternoon.
The detour turns northbound traf-
fic west onto Bay Street, then north
onto a repaired former northbound
lane and then turns east on Orange
Street to get back onto U. S. 17
North, also called Fifth Avenue.
See DETOUR 3A


Rains Pour Down


By KIMBERLY PATARINI
For The Herald-Advocate
Rain, rain, rain. It just won't go
away.
The Emergency Operations
Center reported 'that Friday-
Monday Hardee County received
two to four inches of rain, which is
a considerable amount of rain in a
short amount of time.
It also said there had been reports
of localized flooding, a couple
request for sand bags, and a water-
line break. Officials stated that
because of the already wet condi-
tion, Tropical. Storm Arlene just
added to it.
The EOC also reported that the
Peace River was at 15.9 feet, and
had already crested, which was at


16.06 feet. It is forecast to take a
rapid decline back to its banks by
this Friday.
Charlie Creek was reported to be
at 14.9 feet, and trending down-
ward. Paynes Creek was said to be
at 11.1 feet, and was on its way
upward just a bit.
Barbara Carlton from the Peace
River Valley Citrus Growers
Association said that it had not
received any complaints so far.
"The rain is a blessing because this
time of year is usually a dry season.
So when it rains, we don't have to
run pumps," Carlton said.
However, the citrus association is
concerned about the frequent winds
and rains, mainly because of
See RAINS 2A


Baxters Resign


From Offices


By CYNTHIA KRAHL
Of The Herald-Advocate
They took their oaths of office in
November,. and this month they,
both have resigned.'
Tracy Baxter resigned from the
Hardee County School Board
effective' Friday. Her husband,
John Baxter, resigned from the
Wauchula City Coimission on
Monday night.,
The couple and their two chil-
dren are relocating to Tampa, a
requirement of John Baxter's
employment.
Though voters put both of the
Baxters in office, they will not get
Sthe chance to replace either one.
And least not yet.
Hardee County. Elections
Supervisor Jeff Ussery said on
-Wednesday that Gov. Jeb Bush will
appoint Tracy Baxter's replace-
ment. Whoever the' governor
chooses willfill Tracy Baxter's seat
on the School Board only up until
the next general election.
At that time, Ussery explained,
that person and any other candi-
dates will have to run to earn voter
approval to finish out Tracy
Baxter's unexpired term. 'The next






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Community Calendar.....2A
;Classifieds 6B
Courthouse Report........6C
SCrime Blotter..................3C 4
SHardee Living.................2B .
SInformation Roundup....7A
Obits 4A
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Selection will be' in September of
2006. Tracy Baxter's term carries
until November of 2008.
Ussery said the Governor's
Appointment Office called on
Tuesday to confirm the residency
and district bouiidaries of three
people who have applied for the
office. All do, indeed, live in
District 3. he said.
Those %ying for the slot are for-
mer incumbent Donnie Autry and
former challengers Gina Neuhofer
and Frankie Vasquez.
Todd Richardson of the
Governor's Appointment Office
said later Wednesday that those
three names will go up to the gov-
ernor sometime this week. He said
the Appointment Office will not
make a recommendation from
among the candidates. Instead, the
choice belongs solely to Bush.
"Hopefully," he added, "the gov-
ernor will make the appointment in
the next week or two."
In announcing her- impending
Departure to the School Board on
May 26, Tracy Baxter said, "I just
want to let the board know June 10
will be my last day. John has taken
a job in Tampa. I will make the
See BAXTERS 2A


PHOTO BY RALPH HARRISON
The. Heard Bridge Road bridge is closed because of a washout. Crews were still working to reopen the roadway and structure early
Wednesday.


Zolfo Springs Town Clerk Calls It Quits


By CYNTHIA KRAHL
Of The Herald-Advocate
Half of Zolfo Springs' full-time
municipal employees called it quits
Monday night.
Of course, it only took one.
Town Clerk Jack Logan tendered
his resignation during the monthly
meeting of the Town Council. It
will become effective Friday, June
24. His assistant and finance
director Linda Roberson is the only
other full-time worker in the finan-
cially troubled town.
Neither the mayor nor council
members said anything following
Logan's recitation of a' part of his
resignation letter,. nor did they take


any action to replace him. Logan,
however, said on Tuesday that the
position will be advertised.
Logan had interviewed for and
was offered a job with the Hardee
County Board of County
Commissioners last week. On
Monday morning, he accepted it.
He will become the county's new
purchasing director, starting on
July 5. It will be a step up in pay
for him, from Zolfo Springs' annu-
al salary of $36,900 to the county's
$41,413.
But that was not his main moti-
vation in taking the job, he said on
Tuesday. "I've been here 12 years,
one month and one day. I'm leav-


ing because I can no longer tolerate
our archaic form of government,"
he said.
Zolfo Springs has what is called
a -strong-mayor government, and
has since its inception in 1904.
Many municipalities have switched
to the city-manager form of opera-
tions, but town voters nixed such a
proposal years ago.
"The town needs. professional
administration and we're not get-
ting it," Logan said. "It needs a
city-manager form of government.
What we're doing was fine back in
the early 1900s, but we now have a
million-dollar budget, and I think
that needs to be administered by


professionals."
He said the mayor does that job
now, and also is the official head of
all town departments.
"A lay person, who is elected
sometimes because there is no
opposition, becomes the chief
executive officer of the town,"
Logan explained. "That person
makes $150 a month, and supervis-
es the actual purse strings of-the
town. That's just not fair to the
town.
"I make $37,000 and have been
here 12 years," he continued, "and
Smy recommendations are no longer
given any credibility."
Logan was referring to various


opcraidnal and financial recom-
mendations he presents to the
mayor and council, some of them
reflecting an independent auditor's
prediction that the town's dire
finances could soon plummet it into
a state of financial emergency if
spending remains unchecked.
A large controversy currently
facing the town involves its police
department, which Logan admitted
is important to and a priority for
town residents, who have voted
down past efforts to disband the
department.
The department, whose chief
resigned last year in nrder to save
See TOWN CLERK 7A


46
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105th Year, No. 27
3 Sections, 28 Pages


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2A The Herald-Advocate, June 16, 2005


The Herald-Advocate
Hardee County's Hometown Coverage
JAMES R. KELLY
Publisher/Editor
CYNTHIA M. KRAHL
Managing Editor


JOAN M. SEAMAN
Sports Editor

BESS A. STALLINGS
Hardee Living Editor

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Wauchula, FL 33873


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Production Manager

NOEY DE SANTIAGO
Asst. Production Manager

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Spors Monday noon
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Memory Lane


Kelly's Column
By Jim


Hardee County lost a business, and community leader Tuesday when
Walter Bailey, the local State Farm Insurance agent, passed away from Lou
Gehrig's disease.
Walter was a tireless member of the Wauchula Elks Lodge and'
Wauchula Kiwanis club. He loved to cook.
Bailey, 53, loved sports and was a season ticket holder for the Tampa
Bay Bucs and a charter season ticket holder of the Tampa Bay Devil Rays.
The. Rays planned to honor Walter and ALS (Amyotrophic Latefal
Sclerosis) at the Sept. 10 game against Toronto. Lou Gehrig, the famous
New York-Yankee-first baseman; died of ALS in 1942 at the age of 39.



CBATERS
Continued From 1A


board meeting of June 9."
Similarly, Wauchula residents
will not pick John Baxter's replace-
ment until 2006.
The Wauchula t'it Commission
%\ill advertise the %acanc3 in the
newspaper, seeking individuals
'who would like to be appointed to
the post. Then, the commission
will rank the applicants, giving the
seat to \ hoeoer scores the highest.
John Ba\ter's is the "at-large"
seat.on the commission, so there
i ill be no residency requirements.
Whoever wins the temporary
term will serve until the September
2006 primary election, when city
voters"i\ ill then select their candi-
date of choice to, finish out John


Baxter's unexpired term,, which,
like his wife's, runs until November
of 2008.
. John.Ba'ter told the.commrission
Monday night in announcingg his
departure, "It's been an honor and a
privilege to serve the city. I've
enjoyed my time on the commis-
sion. The city is fortunate to have
such committed people to serve it.
"I leave regretfully," he contin-
ued, "but. feel it is God's will for us
now."
The Baxters have two children,
Daniel, 1,1, and Hannah, 8. ,John
Baxter's promotion will place him'
as a division manager for Florida
for Helena Chemical Corp.


PHOTO SUBMIrTED BY JOHn C RELELL
Back in the mid-1960s. Emerson Clavel (top) needed some expert advice on his antique car and knew
just where to take it ... Revell O.K. Tire Store on U.S. 17 North. Shown inspecting Clavel's prized vehicle
are Tommy Gainous (left) and Charles Revell, who along with his wife Paula, built and operated the store
on land which had been a part of the K.D. Revell Crate Co. property. Opening June 1, 1965, the first
employee to be hired was Thomas F Gainous as the store's front-end alignment specialist. He and
Charles "did it all" in the early days, which included selling, servicing, stocking and sweeping. Paula
managed the office and phones. Later, other employees were added, including Iris Revell who worked
in the office beginning in the early 1970s and remained for many years, even after the business was sold
to Charles Shackelford in 1976, then later to the Parker Brothers. Charles and Paula's son, John, who
now resides in Paradise, Texas, is submitting this picture in memory of his dad for Father's Day 2005.
John, who along with O.K. Tire celebrated the "big 40" this year, was born the week construction began
on the new store in March 1965. In congratulating Gainous on his 40th anniversary at the store, Revell
writes, "Tommy Gainous developed a wide reputation early on as being the man to see if you had align-
ment problems and wanted the job done right. He has been a dedicated employee and celebrates his
40th anniversary at the store also."

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.2 S.S. 7.:M'Vt~ T.? 7.


Board To Decide Today On Use



Of $3.1 Million Severance Tax


SYur Healh By JOAN SEAMAN
.'To Your Health! Of The Herald-Advocale
By Erin E. Hess A dependent phosphate sever-
B Enance tae board will make its final
Hardee County Health Department ance ta board wl make i Thrsda
major decision today i Thursday i.
The Hardee Counts Economic
Development District Board met
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY IS FOR EVERYONE .. last Friday but dec-ided it needed
In December. the U.S. government raised the recommended daily fruit more information before making a
and -egetable servings from fi\e to nine and the time spent on moderate decision on how to spend the $3.1
activity from 30 to 60-90 minutes per daN. High standards for even the million in additional,severance tax
fittest of citizens. dollars it will receive for fiscal year
But there is good new s for all Americans. Research shows that starting 05-06.
a more active lifestyle now through regular moderate-intensit:, activity can When state legislators increased
make you healthier and improve your quality of life. More good news is severance tax rates two years ago, it
that it's never too late'to start an active lifestyle. No matter how old you are, designated a portion of the estimat-
ho\s unfit you feel or how long you haie been inactive. ed $40 million' pot of phosphate'
While activity at a higher intensity or performed longer offers more taxes to go to Hardee' and Hamilton
health benefits, this leel of activity% may not be a realistic goal for every- counties, the only two counties
one, at least not to start with. Many Americans, for whom the term "exer- where' mining occurs that are
cise" brings up negative images and emotions, can celebrate the good news dubbed "Rural Areas of Critical
by setting a new personal goal: achie% ing and enpo) ing the benefits ofa reg- Concern."
ularly active lifestyle. 'The statute allowed the county to
Before beginning any physical activity program, consult your health- set up a special board to decide
care provider and remember to go at your own pace. Start slowly and how to spend its extra monies,'
increase gradually: A too-quick start,will probably lead to injuries. .amounting to $1,548,103 last year
S A more moderate recommendation from The Centers for Disease and $3,176,006 for the 2005 state
Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that adults engage in.moder- fiscal year, which begins July 1.
ate-intensity http://www.cdc.gov/ncedphp/dnpa/physicalterms/index.htm. The $4.7 million is all the money
Moderate physical activity for at least 30 minutes on five or more days the dependent board will have to
of the week. This is achievable b'- most all citizens, regardless of age or spend before it is replaced next
current activity level. year by an independent board.
Walking is the most popular form of physical acti\ ity for Americans. which will include both state and
It can be done b. anyone, at any age anid at little or no cost. As a regular local representatives.
physical activity, walking is a safe waay to develop a healthy and balanced. Last year, the dependent board
lifestyle. Any excuse for a walk is good, whether r it's for staying in shape. allotted all its money for develop-
getting a breath of fresh air. improving digestion. sleeping better, feeling ment of the Hardee County
better, taking time for thinking, or having time with friends. Industrial Park'off SR 62. Last'
Some people enjoy walking alone and others like to walk in groups. week's discussion centered on how
Seniors can especially benefit from walking. Research has shown that to spend the balance. Most of the
seniors wh& are involved in regular physical activity reduce their risk for board members favored finishing
chronic diseases and falls, and have half the rate of disability of those who up costs for the industrial park and
'do not engage in regular physical activity. pa ing off debts the county has
SThe Hardee County Health,Department \ ill host a grand opening for from purchase of land for the park
its new Walking and fitness trail on Thursday, June 16, at 11 a.m. The paved and the Wauchula Hills
looping half-mile trail surrounding 'the Hardee County Health Department sewer/water plant.
begins and ends at the front entrance and features 10 fitness stations to help In fact, explained County
increase muscle tone, stamina, flexibility and balance. : Manger Lex Albritton, the district
Funding the trail through its En% ironmental & Recreational Trust Pro- board's budget for the coming year
Sgram was Gulfstream. includes repayment of $728,000 on
The Hardee County Health Department encourages the community to those existing debts. Albritton was-
pursue a healthy personal schedule marked by good nutrition and regular n't surehow' much was still due
exercise. after those payments were made.


; Economic Detelopment Director
Park' Winter said about $500,000)
would take care of any remaining
'eperises for the IDA park, includ-
ing a turn lane off SR 62 as
required by the state Department of
Transportation.
Former commissioner Bill
Lambert. \\ho as chairman off the
dependent bojid until replaced bN
last year's election, said the origi-
nal intent.of the dependent board
was to fund economic development
and pay off the debt for the indus-


THURSDAY, JUNE 16
VHardee County Commis-
sion, regular meeting, 'Room
102, Courthouse Annex I, 412
W: Orange St., Wauchula, 8:45
a.m.
VVitaCourse 2000 Fitness
Trail, grand opening, Hardee
County Health Department; 115
K.D. Revell Road (off U.S. 17
North), Wauchula, 11 a.m.

TUESDAY, JUNE 21
/Hardee County Democratic
Executive Committee, open
meeting, Panda Restaurant,
806 S. Sixth Ave., Wauchula, 5
p.m.

THURSDAY, JUNE 23
VBloodNet USA bloodmobile,
Pioneer Medical Center, 515
Carlton St., Wauchula, 11 a.m.
to 2 p.m.
VHardee County School
Board, regular meeting, Hardee
Junior High School media cen-
ter, 200 S. Florida Ave.,
Wauchula, 5 p.m. .


trial park. "The county borrowed
the $1.6 million for the land and
transferred the deed to the
Industrial Development Authority.
But the:county still has the debt. It's
better to amortize it now." he said.
"The; county will be a viable
applicant to the independent district
board when it begins, next year,"
S.said Lambert, who was appointed
to that board by the, County
Commission and was selected its
chairman. "The county can develop
an application for infrastructure, as
can the municipalities and other
entities."
Albritton said the new state-
approved independent board will
be "project-oriented" and not
inclined to include repayment of



RAM
Continued
canker, which can be spread
throughout the groves by frequent
wind and rain.
Also due to the rain, the bridge
on Heard Bridge Road is closed
because of a washout in the slab
just before the bridge. J.R.
Prestridge, Hardee County director
of public works, said Tuesday his
department was hoping to have it
repaired by Tuesday night or some-
time Wednesday.
Prestridge also said that some of
the older roads are cut up and rut-
ted, so some people might be expe-
riencing some problems, but the
county will try to fix them as soon
as possible.
Rainwise, Prestridge said that
Hardee County received three inch-
es of rain in a 45-minute time peri-
od on Sunday.
Lauren Coker, an employee at
Torrey Oaks Golf Course, said,
"The course is playable. It's doing
really well considering the amount


,any debt service for infrastructure
or economic development.
Members of the dependent board
are chairman David Royal, vice-.
.chairman Paul Samuels, all five
county commissioners, Mike.
Manley, Lory Durrance, Perry:;
Knight and Wauchula Police Chief:
Bill Beattie. ..;
SThose present decided to contin-:
ue the meeting to this morning to.
allow time to get complete figures .
of how much the county owes on.
the industrial park. land purchase
and wastewater plant debt. If that
and the $500,000 needed to com-:.
plete the park doesn't use up all the:::
money, the board will decide what;
other infrastructure needs' those'
dollars.



MS
From 1A
of rain that we have had these past::
few days. Although, the back nine:
is pretty wet."
The heavy rainfall that Hardee'
received over the weekend was:
associated with the edge of
Tropical Storm Arlene.
Hardee County's rainfall value::
for the month of June has already:
reached over half, and it is only the:,
second week. As of June 1-8,'
Hardee had a rainfall value of 5.88.>
At the end of the month of June last:
year, Hardee had 7.88 inches of;
rainfall.


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Mrs. Hardee County Goes On To



Compete In Mrs. Florida Pageant


June 16, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 3A




Telling The Truth
By J. Adam Shanks
Preacher


By KIMBERLY PATARINI
For The Herald-Advocate
Mrs. Hardee County Donna
Parks was a participant in the Mrs.
Florida Pageant the last weekend in
May in Kissimmee.
Parks was competing against 28
Other delegates from all over the
state of Florida. "The other dele-
gates from across the state were
amazing, and very dedicated to the
pageantry circuit," says Parks.


An eroding arch culvert now
extends all the way to the former
Fifth Ave.(now called Burris Ave.)
which is also closed between
Orange and Bay streets.
. Rolando Luis Jr., Freedom pro-
ject engineer, explained the prob-
lem on Tuesday. The cracked floor
of a 100-foot arch culvert under U.
S. 17 just north of Bay Street has
caused eroding soil -and settling
now in the entire length under the
roadway.
The culvert was placed under the
old CXS railroad bed probably 50
years ago. It is in five sections.
When the northbound lanes were
designed nine years ago, it was not
a problem and it was left in place,
said Luis.
Recently, the east section broke
away and teetered down a couple of
feet: .Subsequent rains eroded it,
pulling it away. It is not a sinkhole,
which would go all the way down
to the limestone bed, but is within
the drainage system, which has to
be replaced.
The work is complicated because
it comes within 10 feet of a utility
pole with three different station
lines. It. will require a deep cut of
15 feet or more and customized
equipment. Workers will have to
begin where the old city jail was
and replace the entire culvert under
the roadway all the way to the new
sidewalk on the east side, about 160
feet, explained Luis.
"That's why it's going to take so
long. We will have to work closely
with the utility contractor because
of the proximity to the city substa-
tion and nearby pole. We hope to


Most delegates came with a huge
staff of trainers, coaches, makeup
artists and stylists. "I guess this lit-
tle hometown girl didn't know
what she was in for!" she remarks.
Parks says most of the delegates
were nice, but some were just there
to win the competition and nothing
more.

The pageant was held at the
Gaylord Palms Resort in


have it done within four weeks,"
concluded Luis.
Asked about other work on U. S:
17 North, Luis said there is still a
one-and-one-half-inch friction
course of final paving to be done on
the northbound lanes when the
entire project, including the south-
bound lanes, is done. The addition-
al asphalt will smooth out the
bumps drivers experience when
crossing the long bridge about a
mile south of Wauchula and the
decorative brick placement at Main
St. and U. S. 17.
The over-two-year project has
been lengthened because of last
year's hurricanes and the more
recent heavy rains. The 2.25 miles
are expected to be completed both
north- and southbound within the
year.
In other road news, a sinkholeon
U. S. 17 at Polk Road was sealed
with truckloads of dirt and gravel
on Monday evening. A mudslide on
U. S. .17 where Advance Auto is
being built was attributed to rain of
about three inches in 45,minutes on
Sunday. That also has been cleared
up.
A washout on the approach to the
Peace River bridge on Heard'
*Bridge Road closed a section there
Sunday evening. County Public
Works Director J. R. Prestridge said
Tuesday that. he hoped the road
would be repaired and re-open
sometime on Wednesday.
Finally, adding to the traveling
difficulties is the planned closure.of
Stenstrom Road, starting Tuesday
and continuing for a couple of
weeks (see related story inside).


Kissi..inee. "The hotel was
absolutely amazing and gorgeous.
They had waterfalls and shops at
the hotel," comments Parks.
Contestants at the pageant were
judged on swimwear, knowledge of
Florida and their county, evening
wear, and an interview with the
judges.
There weren't any restrictions on
the clothes they could wear, but.
there were requirements for their
bathing suits. Bathing suits had to
be a black one-piece.
Parks got to the Mrs. Florida
Pageant by winning the Mrs.
Hardee County title, during the
Hardee County Fair in March. She
was then later contacted by the
director of the Mrs. Florida Pageant
and asked to participate.
The contestants did not have to
learn any dance numbers. For the
opening number, delegates came
out in their swimsuits and intro-
duced themselves to the judges and
the audience.
Parks brought gift bags for the
other delegates to promote Hardee
County. Ken Barber at Hot Sauce
Wauchula, Tony at the Family
Dollar Store, Mosaic Phosphate
and South Florida Community col-
lege helped sponsor the bags.
Kevin Smith and Kevin Hanchey
at English Chevrolet supplied Parks


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COURTESY PHOTO
Shown at the Mrs. Florida Pageant are (in back, from left) Sarah
Parks, wardrobe consultant; Willene Parks, hair stylist; Donna
Parks, Mrs. Hardee County; and Melissa Reny, wardrobe con-
sultant; (in front) Rayna Parks,.interview coach.


with transportation to the pageant.
Although Parks didn't bring
home a title, she came home with
new friends and memories.
If Parks would have won the
Mrs. Florida Pageant, on Sept. I
she would have gone to Palms
Springs, Calif., to compete in the
Mrs. America Pageant.
"While at the pageant, I learned
that not everyone is from Hardee
County. All of the women were
very well versed," says Parks.
Local businesses, like Florida
Fence Post and Cracker Trail
Country Store, helped to sponsor
Sher trip.
S"My husband, Chris, and my
children, Rayna and Lane, were my
biggest supporters. Teresa
Crawford and Jamie Rewis were
also a part of my cheering section,"
says Parks.
Parks' mother-in-law, Willene
Parks, was her hairdresser. Her sis-
ters-in-law, Melissa Reny and
Sarah Parks were her wardrobe
experts.
"By going to the Mrs. Florida
Pageant, I hope to have promoted
our county, encouraged tourism,
made contacts and made new
friends," states Parks.
And, she concludes, "I learned a
lot about myself and how support-
ive.my family is."


ONLY $15.00 TO ANYONE WHO NEEDS HELP BUT


HAS NEVER BEEN TO A CHIROPRACTOR BEFORE


(or hasn't been in a long time)


Dear Friends,
If you hae 'ever th-ou.ht
about.going to a chiro:prjctr
but you've hesitated because
you ,ei cn't sure it was right for
.yo.' please read on. My
namene is Dr. Robeirt Hel\ esin O
n'honor, of Father' Dj), I
have agreed to 'gi\e away" (to
anyone who asks for it) $150
.v. V.orth of my services for onlyY
S' .$15 -'that's right, $15.
In the 30 years since I opened
S my doors, "the last 20 here in
Wauchula, I've helped hundreds
of people in Hardee County feel
.better and live healthier more
productive lives through chiro-
practic care: Now I'd like to,
introduce even more Hardee
Countians to the many benefits"
Sour pil.fess.ion has to offer.
, 'For nstancc, chiropractic
S care may be able to help you if
S. .you are suffering from any of
-he folloi'.'ing conditions:

*Migraine headaches
*Lower back pain
*Numbness or' soreness in
your arms or legs -
*Constant fatigue; lack 'of
energy, .
*Muscle spasms, sprains &
S: strains
S iAnd-a whole host of other
problems ranging from dizzi-
Sness to rifiina in' the ears.
These symptoms can be
caused whenever the vertebrae,
in voui spine are out of align-
ment, beLause ., these
"Mlsagnmenit" directly affect
',our neiou:,u system.
F ; ortunatel), if you are suffer-
S ing from any bf these problems,
or similar affliction right now;:
they ma.\ be relieved or elimi-
hated by proper chiropractic
treatment :(commonly called
adjustment SQ if you: have
always wanted to "check out"
chiropractic care and see what it
can do foil ,-u. now is the best'
time to do so because..'.
i or oie week $15 vill get you
all the sei \ice- I normally


charge new patients $150 for!
What does,this.offer include?
\ei\N thing Take a lookat what
you will receive,. .
*An inrdepth consultation
about \-,.ui health' and well-,
being .
.*A complete chiropractic
spinal examination...
,.A full set of specialized x-
rays t6 determine if a niialign-
ment in' your spine is causing:
your pain or sm rnpiom (Note:
Nobody gives these kinds of x-
rays free. They would normally
cost you at least $100) .
*An analysis of your x-rays
and spinal exam results so we
can see what needs to be done to
help relieve your problem ..
*Help'ful literature that show
how your body works and why
you experience pain .. .
*Answers to all your most
probing questions about chiro-
practic care and what it can do
for you.
The appointment will not take
long at all. And like I said, I nor-
mally charge $150 for this most
of which just covers the full set
of x-rays).
But now, as a part of this one-
time offer, you can come in and
:find out for ceiitain if you need
chiropractic care and how it
might help you eliminate the
pain you are feeling.'
Before you come in, :hough.
you will probably want to know
a, little about me. So let me tell
you .. .
I bought professional chiro.-
practic ,quality here to this area.
in 1985. Before that I practiced
in OakRidge, Tennessee, for 10
years'. I have been" examined and
licensed in the states of Florida.
Kentucky and Tennessee. After.
graduation from Chiriopractic
college, I have done extensive
Post Graduate studies which has
allowed i'me to successfully deal
with problem cases, .structural
rehabilitation, extremity prob-.
lems, migraine headaches, etc.'I
am a member of the Florida


Meet the Doctor,
Dr. Robert Helveston


'Chiropractic Society and The
International Biocranial
Academy.
I moved to this area due to the'
people and surroundings.

DOES CHIROPRACTIC,
REALLY WORK?'
bs0oluielI' Here are ,nme
findings from studies done, b)
chiropractors and orthopedic
'uigeon..
Harvard Medical School
Health Letter Sept. 1990 ,
S"Chliopilact c treatment, of
low back pain,which affects 75
million Americans, is superior
td the standard regimen admin-
istered by medical doctors, a
major British study has conclud-
ed. Chiropractic almost certain-
ly confers worthwhile long-term
benefit in comparison with'hos-
:pital outpatient management."
said Dr. T.W. Meade, a British
medical doctor who headed the
study conducted at 11 hospitals
and chiropractic clinics."
S Federal Medical Study
Endorses Chiropractic For
Back Pain US Agency for
Healthcare Policy and Research.
December 8, 1994 A panel
of 23 doctors headed by Dr.
Stanley Bigos, M.D., Professor
of Orthopedic Surgery, studied
3,900 medical articles on low


back pain. Their conclusions
were that ;'h "ChiloplctorlS"
manipulation of the spine was
moie helpful than any of the fol-
lowing:, traction." massage,
biofeedback, acupuncture,
injection of steroids into the
spine. back corsets, and ultra-
sound. Surgery was beneficial
only in 1 out of 100 cases!

MIGRAINE HEADACHES
GONE!
*In Australia, the federal gov-
ernment commissioned a study
to determine if chiropractic care
was effective in treating
migraine headaches. 85 patients
who suffered from migraines for
an average of 19 years were
divided into three groups. One
group received, chiropractic
treatment,, the other two groups,
received traditional medical
therapy. All three groups report-,
ed some relief, but the chiro-
practic group reported supeiior-
ity on all levels studied!
Would you like even more
proof that chiropractic ,works'?
Then listen to these comments
from my patients ...


PATIENT SUCCESS
STORIES
Dear Dr. Helveston,
When I hurt my back I
thought I would have to see a
back specialist and might even
face surgery. Then someone
suggested that I see a
Chiropractor. This. was, an idea
that I wasn't comfortable with
because I have always been
skeptical of Chiropractors. Not.
being able to handle the pain I
decided to give you a chance.
After following your 90 day
treatment and rehabilitation pro-
gram I am as good as I used to
be with complete nobility and
pain free. 1 praise the Lord that
he Worked through you to bring
about healing to my back.
-Sincerely.
Rev. Jim Davis


I was suffering from severe
pain in my right arm and shoul-
der. During work hours and
driving a car, the pain was
unbearable. At night I got very
little sleep. My medical doctor
wanted me to g'o to a
Neurologist but 'I made an
appointment with Dr. Helvestori
and after xraying my neck and
showing me the problem, he
adjusted me and I got the best
night's sleep in a long time. The
best decision I ever made was to
go to Dr. Helveston.
-Jeff Smith

In 1993, I had an automobile
accident. The pain was unreal.
A friend suggested I go to a chi-
ropractor for my. problems
(whiplash and back injury).,
After a few visits I realized this
was going to be a good decision.
I completed the treatment plan
and was able to work and live a
normal lifeagain. From time to
time I would need to go for an
adjustment (my profession as a
cosmetologist doesn't help). I
had come to the point I would
wear a support belt, tense meter,
take pain pills, etc. to get
through the day. At lunch break
one day I was briefing through
the paper and found Dr.
Helveston's ad. I made an
appointment and I was thankful
I. did. J no longer wear the belt,
tense meter, etc. to get through
my day at work and every day
living. I am forever grateful.
-Emma McQuaig

GUARANTEE OF GREAT
SERVICE
Obviously I cannot guarantee
results. No one can. But there is
one guarantee I can give you,
that is a guarantee to give my
best effort.
Plus, if I do not think I can
help you. I will tell you and
,refer you to another specialist
who .might be able to help..


LIMITED TIME OFFER
Obviously, with'an offer like
this, I cannot afford to do it for
very long. So I picked June 17-
24.
If you'd like to take me up on
my offer and see what chiro-
practic can do for you, all you
have to do is call our office and
set up an appointment.
Phone 773-9713
Call This Number Only
Call anytime between the
hours of 9:00 am and 5:30 pm
Monday through Friday. Tell the
receptionist you'd like to come
in for the Special Introductory
Examination between June 17-
24.
I expect to get flooded with
appointments for this event,:so
please call as soon as possible
to assure that you do not miss
out.
Thank you very much, and I
look forward in trying' to help
you get rid of your pain so you
can start living a healthier, more
productive life.
Sincerely,
Dr. Robert D. Helveston












(THE PATIENT AND ANY OTHER
PERSON RESPONSIBLE FOR
PAYMENT IAS A RIGHT TO
REFUSE TO PAY, CANCEL PAY-
MENT, OR BE REIMBURSED FOR
PAYMENT FOR ANY OTHER SER-
VICE, EXAMINATION, OR
TREATMENT THAT IS PER-
'FORMED AS A RESULT OF AND
WITHIN 72 HOURS OF RESPOND-
ING TO TIE ADVERTISEMENT
FOR THE FREE, DISCOUNTED
FEE, OR REDUCED FEE SER-
VICE, EXAMINATION OR TREAT-
MENT.)
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DETOUR
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TEA
I'm going to tell you a personal fact. I absolutely am in love WITH
TEA! You put a glass of sweetened iced tea in front of me and I get excit-
ed. I love the way it tastes. I love the simple pleasure of it and prefer it over
any other drink. Lately, as it gets hotter and more humid, a glass of iced tea
has become even more important to me because I have to have that glass to
cool me down after working in the yard or being outside. Even now, at my
desk, on a coaster, I have some iced tea.
While thinking about tea, I realized that it makes a perfect acronym for
Christian living: Thanksgiving, Enriching and Assembling. Let me show
you what I mean.
The life of a Christian is a life of thanksgiving (1 Thessalonians 5:18).
The mere fact that we can be called the children of God is a reason to offer
thanks. Not just.passively saying, "thank you" as we commonly do to our
fellow human beings, but our salvation and opportunity to have salvation is
a reason to fall on our knees weeping with thanksgiving as we realize how
unworthy we are of God's attention, much less His sacrifice. Not only did
God care about us enough to give us His Son, but He is involved in our lives
on a daily basis and may that never be taken for granted.
We should also, as Christians, realize that our lives have been enriched
(James 1:25). Not only is God present in our lives but God has given us His
words and wisdom in the form of the Bible. Too often we think of the Bible
as a book, and the word Bible means "The Book." We must realize, though,
that the Bible is not only a book but is the words of life, the wisdom from
abdve, the map to righteousness. The Bible, if we study it closely and look
-for the Bible's answers to life's questions and problems, will enrich our
lives. We will be happier as we follow God's directions. We will be blessed
by its power (Romans 1:16).
Another important part of Christian living is assembling with other
Christians (Hebrews 10:24-25). This does not mean going to the most enter-
taining and exciting production of a religious nature. This does mean going
to where God-fearing and worshipping Christians will be gathered together
trying to serve God, learn about Him, and how to apply the directions of the
Lord. Assembling is the chance we have, given by God, to strengthen one
another an be encouraged.
So next time you put a glass of tea to your lips, trying to comfort your-
self in the summer heat, think about Christian living. Think about giving
thanks to God for how He enriches your life. Think about how much you
need to assemble with God's people and make sure that you are there the
next time God's people are together. While you're being refreshed by liquid
running down your throat, think about how refreshing it is to be an active
and godly Christian. I'm telling the truth.
- J. Adam'Shanks is minister of the Church of Christ in Wauchula. He can be
e-mailed at wearewe@earthlink.net

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Obituaries


SIDNEY ALBERT BROWDY
Sidney Albert Browdy, 77, of
Wauchula, died Saturday, May 28,
2005, at Florida Hospital Heart-
land, Sebring.
Born Sept. 26, 1927, in Live Oak
to the late Johnny and Ollie Mae
,Browdy, the family later moved to
Wauchula where he attended public
school. Following several positions
of employment, he retired in the
late 1980s from Peace River
Electric Cooperative after 25 years
of service. He was a deacon of the
First Baptist Church on Martin L.
King Avenue and a member of
Zolfo Springs Masonic Lodge No.
223.
In addition to his parents, he was
preceded in death by two sisters,
Margaret Snells and Alice Browdy;-
two brothers, Johnny and John
Henry Browdy; and one son-in-law,
Major C. Morris.
Survivors are his wife of .54
years, Ethel Lee Browdy; one
daughter, Marilyn Browdy Morris
of Wauchula; two grandchildren,
Major and Tirease Morris of
Wauchula; one sister, Lillie Mae
Callier of Wauchula; two brothers,
Wilbur Turner and Melvin Browdy
and wife Alma Jean, all of
Wauchula; three sisters-in-law,
Leola Young and husband David
and Mabel Thomas, all of
Wauchula, and Ruby Cross of
Adele, Ga.; and two brothers-in-
law, Joe Thomas of Pompano and
'William Thomas of Wauchula.
SFuneral services with Masonic
rites were Saturday, June 4, at 2
p.m. at the First Baptist Church on
Martin L. King Avenue in
Wauchula. Officiating were the
church's pastor, the Rev. T.L.
Davis, Rev. V.C. Fayson and Pastor
Leola Young. Burial followed in
Magnolia Manor Cemetery .in
Waudhula. Family visitation was
Friday, 5-7 p.m., at the church.
Williams Funeral Home
Bartow


MAE NEAL
Mae Neal, 82, of Wauchula, died,
Friday, June 10, 2005, at home.
Born in Salem, Va., on Sept. 6,
1922, she moved to Wauchula in
1959. She was a grove worker and
a member 'of Southside Baptist
Church.
Survivors are her husband. Floyd
Lee "Joe' Neal;, and one stepson.
Terry Lee Neal of Roanoke. Va.
Funeral services, were Monday.
June 13. at I a.m. at Brant Funeral
Chapel with the Rev. Jerald Dunn
officiating. Burial was in Wauchula
Cemetery. The family received
friends Sunday. June 12, 6-8 p.m.,
at the funeral home.
Brant Funeral Chapel
Wauchula


J..-. ]OHN C.
SANCHEZ
:John C. ,Sanchez, ; 87, of
Wauchula. died Tuesda,' June 7,
2005. at Hardee Manor Care
Center.
Born ; Jan. 5;,: 1918, in
Limestone, e had lived in
H-ardee County' most of his life.
He was a Baptist and a citrus
harvester
,'iSurvivors :include three sons,
Samuel Sanchez aid wife Karen
of Winter Haven. Jimm.
,Sanchez and wife Elaine of
Coleman.and John C. Sanchez Jr.
and wife Shelba of Lake Alfred;
three daughters. Sharon Day and
husband Eule, and Sandra
Shuler, all of Winder, Ga.. and
Jeanetie Grace and husband
Tommy of Barto%\; 18 grandchil-
dren; 24 great-grandchildren;
and one great--great-grandchild.
Funeral services were held at
2:30 pm. Friday,.June 10, at
Robarts Family Funeral Home
with visitation one hour prior to
the serviLe. Burial was in New
Zion Cemetery. ,



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MYRLE ELAINE DICKINSON
Myrle Elaine Dickinson, 61, of
Englewood, died Friday, June 10,
2005.
Born in Wauchula to Junior and
Essie Mae Metters Bennett, she had
been a resident of Englewood for
12 years, moving from Wauchula.
She was a homemaker and member
of Southside Baptist Church:
Survivors include her mother,%
Essie Mae Bennett of Polk County;
husband, John Dickinson; two
sons, Todd Durden and wife Tess of
Wauchula and Eric Durden and
wife Brenda of Punta Gorda; two
daughters, Amy Wilson and hus-
band Brad of Wauchula and Jill
Scalley and husband Donald of
Englewood; one brother, Randy
Bennett and wife Lynn of Brandon;
three sisters, Martha Bell and hus-
band Bill of Bartow; and Jeannie
Jernigan and husband Wayne and
Mary Beth Bryant and husband
SMinor, .all of Wauchula; and nine
*grandchildren.
Funeral services were Tuesday,
June .14, at 11 a.m. at Robarts
Family, Funeral Home, with Dr.
James W. Miller, pastor of Faith
Assembly of God, Bowling Green,
officiating. Visitation was one hour
'prior to the service. Burial was in
WVauchula Cemetery.
Robarts Family Funeral Home
Wauchula




KEVIN D. "FATMAN"
OSCEOLA
Kevin D. "Fatman" Osceola, 33,
of Palmdale, died Monday, June 13,
2005.
SA native of Alexandria, La., he
had been a lifelong resident of
Palmdale. He was a cowboy and a
fireman. He was a former Palmdale
Fire Chief and a 10-year member of
the first responder medical re-
sponse team. He was a coach for T-.
ball: and Little League and was a
member of Palmdale Baptist
-Church.
SSurvivors are his, wife, Angie
Osceola; one son, Warren James
Osceola; .one daughter, Kaitlyn
Osceola; parents, Mike and Sandra
Osceola. all of Palmdale; three
brothers, Michael Corbitt of
Stanton, Ky., Bryant "Bimbo"
Osceola of Houston. Texas, and
James "Pero" Osceolapf Palmdale; ,
two sisters. Judy Corbitt of Stanton.
Ky.. and Deana "Dede:' Oscdbla of
Houston. Texas; plus numerous
other relatives.
Funeral services will' be
Saturday, June 18, at 11 a.m. with
visitation one hour prior to the ser-
vice at Palmdale Baptist Church.
Burial will be at Oak Grove
Cemetery at 3:30 p.m.
Brant Funeral Chapel
'. Wauchula


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MYRLE ELAINE.
DICKINSON
SMvrle Elaine Dickinson.61, of
Engle\wood. died Friday, June
10. 2005.
Born in Wauchula to Junior
and Essie Mae Metters ,Bennett,
she had been a resident of
Englewood for 12 years. moving
from Wauchula. She was a
homemaker and member of
Southside Baptist Church. She
lo'ed family and fishing.
Sur\ i\ors include h er mother,
Fssle Mlae Bennett of Polk
County; husband, .John
Dickinson; Il\o sons, 'Todd
Durden and wife Tess' of
Wauchula and Eric Dui-den and
\\ ife Brenda of Punta Gorda; t\o
daughters, Am. Wilson and hus-
band Brad of Wauchula and Jill
Scalley and husband Donald of
Englev ood; one brother. Randy
Berinett. and wife' 'Lynn of
Brandon; three sisters, Martha
Bell and husband Bill of Bartrow;
and Jeaniie Jernigan and hus-
blnd. Way.ne and Mary Beth
:Br-ailt and husband Minor, all of
Wauchula; and nine grandchil-
dren. :
Funeral services were
Tuesday. June 14, at 11 a.m. at
Robarts Family Funeral Hdme,
with Dr. James W. Miller. pastor
of Faith Assemblo of God.
Bowling Green, officiating.
Visitation % as one hour prior to
the service Burial was in
Wauchula Cemetery '



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WALTER P. BAILEY
Walter P. Bailey, 53, of Wauchula
died Tuesday, June 14, 2005, in
Wauchula.
Born in Miami, he moved to
Wauchula in 1975 from' Arcadia.
He was a graduate of Georgia
Southwestern University and
owned and operated the State Farm
Insurance Agency in Wauchula.
Active in the community, he was a
member of the First Baptist Church
of Wauchula, the Wauchula
Kiwanis Club, the Wauchula Elks
Club where he was Elk of the Year.
He was also a member of the
Highlands Orchid Society,
He is survived by his wife,
Evelyn H. Bailey; one son, Dr.
Michael Bailey and wife Dana of
DeLand; two daughters, Jennifer
Bailey of West Palm Beach and
Amy Bailey of Wauchula; one
brother, David Bailey of Mulberry;
one sister, Phyllis Bailey Carden of
Atlanta, Ga.; and three grandchil-
dren, Alan Bailey, Matthew Bailey
and Amanda Bailey of DeLand.
Visitation will be today
(Thursday, June 16), 6.-8 p.m., at'
Robarts Family Garden Chapel.
Funeral services will be Friday,
June 17, at 10:30 a.m. at the First
Baptist Church of Wauchula with
Dr. Bob Norman officiating. Burial.
will,follow in Wauchula Cemetery.
The family requests memorial
donations be made to the ALS
Association of Florida.
Robarts Family Funeral Home
Wauchula


DANIEL KRISTOPHER
LYNN REYNOLDS
Daniel Kristopher ,Lynn
Reynolds, 2 months, of Wauchula,
died Tuesday, May 31, 2005, in
Winter Haven.
He was born on March 13, 2005,
in Arcadia.
He was preceded in death by his
grandmother, Nina Buffalo.
Sur\i\ors are his mother. Carrie
Nleade of \a'uchula; father.
Kristopher Rey nolds of Winter
Haven; maternal grandparents,
Tami and Daniel Flores of
Wauchula and Ronald Meade of
Jesup, Ga.; paternal grandparents,
Barbra Susie Elliott ofPanama City
Beach and Rayford Goings; mater-
nal great-grandparents, John and
Pat Empie of Arcade, N.Y., and
Jessie, Jones of Twin City, Ga.,
paternal great-grandparents,
Barbara and George Johnston of
Drummons, Tenn., and Helm King
of Angie, La.; four aunts, Ronnie
Meade and husband Wayne Walls
of Camden, S.C., Kimberly Goings
and Tiffany Goings, both of
Franklinton, La., and Ashley Elliott
of Crain Hill, Ala.; two uncles,
Robert Perry and Denman Goings
and wife Jessica.
Funeral services were: Sunday,
June 6, at 3 p.m. at Brant Funeral
Chapel where the family received
friends one hour prior to the 'ser-
vice.
Brant Funeral Chapel,
Wauchula


SALMA UNDERHILL
Alma Underhill, 97, of Arcadia,
died, Monday, June 13, 2005, at
home.
She was born March 1, 1908, in
Zolfo Springs and was a lifelong
resident of this area. She was a
homemaker and was the oldest
member of Friendship Church.
Survivors are her daughter,
Roberta Ragan of Arcadia; one sis-
ter, Dorothy Carlton of Zolfo
Springs; one granddaughter, Sandy
Roberson of Arcadia; two grand-
sons, Jim and Mike ,Ragan of
Arcadia; seven great-grandchil-
dren; seven great-great-grandchil-
:dren; four nieces; and three
nephews.
Funeral services were
Wednesday, June 15, at Friendship
Church with Pastor Thomas
Nickerbocker officiating. Burial
was in Friendship Cemetery..The
family received friends one hour
prior to the service.
S Brant Funeral Chapel
Wauchula


Letter to Editor

Two Readers Respond To

Comments From Jim Schwarz


WHAT HAPPENED?
Dear Editor:
I am responding to tht ..-,ter
written by Jim Schwarz a few
weeks ago. After reading your letter
I have prayed for the Lord to give
me wisdom in responding to you in
love.
First you mention that you were
a Christian for nearly two decades
but now yu .say you don't believe
at all. My heart was very saddened
when I read this. You are saying at
one time in your life you were a
Christian. This means you accepted
Jesus Christ into your heart, you
confessed your sins and believed
that he was born of Mary through a
virgin birth.
What happened? How can you
not believe now that Jesus Christ is
real? You sound like a very intelli-
gent person. You know your histo-
ry.
Yes, it's true that some people
are full of unbelief. So were Jesus'
own family. The Bible says He did
very little miracles in His own
hometown because of the unbelief.
It's OK that you have the faith of
Thomas if I can touch you, then I'll
believe. We are all human and
sometimes it's very hard for us to
have total dependency on some-
thing we can't touch, see or hear.
But see, Christians live by faith.
The peace in my heart, the
answer to my prayers, the joy that
has filled my cup to overflowing is
all the proof I need to know that my
God is real. When I'read His Word,
sing his praises and pray for people
I can feel such an anointing, such a
heavily presence that lets me know
God is with me.
Everyone of us were created.
That's a fact, although many people
argue who created us or how we
were created. Everyone is entitled
to their own opinion.
The truth is God gave man the
freedom of choice. So it's your
God-given right to choose not to
believe. But when you make this
choice your also choosing the con-



BRUCE C. "BUDDY"
HENDRY
Bruce C. "Buddy" Hendry, 69, of
Parrish, died Thursday, June 9,
2005, at the East Manatee Hospie
House in Palmetto.
BornAAlig. 4. 19)5. in NewvZion,
he had been a lifelong resident of
Manatee County. He was a busi-
nessman in Manatee and DeSoto
counties, and was mostly known
for his well drilling business. He
was a member of Bethany Baptist
in Myakka City.
Survivors are his wife of 17'
years, Linda Cole Hendry; three
sons, Donald, Bruce R. and Jimbo
Hendry, all of Statesboro, Ga.; one
daughter, Patricia Clark of
Sarasota; two stepsons, the Rev.
Duane Cole and wife Tianna of
Parrish and Jody Cole of Orlando;
two brothers, the Rev. A.O. Hendry
and wife Trudy and Earl Hendry
and wife Dot,' all of Myakka City;
sisters, Gloria McGinnis and hus-
band Charles of Brandon and Alice
Moye and husband Ronnie of Ona;
14 grandchildren; and four great-
grandchildren. Visitation was held
Monday, June 13, 1-3, p.m., with
services following at 3:30 at
Bethany Baptist Church in Myakka
City. Burial followed in the church,
cemetery:
Memorial donations may be
made to Hospice of Southwest
Florida, 5955 Rand Blvd:, Sarasota
34238. Online condolences may be
made at: www.shannonfuneral-
homes.com.
Shannon Funeral Home
Town Chapel
Bradenton


sequences that come along with it.
When you were a Christian did-
n't you ever feel .God's peace or
presence or experience a miracle
that let you know He was real?
When one of my children are sick
or if I had a problem that I couldn't
handle, I am thankful that there is
someone that is in control. I can't
count the times in the middle of the
night when I'd lay hands on my
children and I'd pray for them and
their fever would leave. Parents
without faith .wouldn't do that.
I'm just not sure how people live
without knowing God. I wouldn't
want to walk a day, breathe a
minute or wake up without know-
ing God was there.
Last December my 2-year-old
nephew was run over by a car in my
yard. The people visiting that day
were all Christians, and we knew
the first thing we had to do was
pray. We didn't question God. We
just believed. We all know that we


had to get hold of the one in charge,
the one with the power of life and
death in His hands. What could
have been a tragedy became a mir-
acle.
I'm not sure what stole your
faith, but I'm sure it was something
very big or important in your life.
I'm very sorry for that, and I'm
praying that God will once again
reveal His love to you. He knows
what you need to restore your faith
once again. God bless and thanks
for your comments.
It made me excited to see people
standing up and defending God.
I'm not sure what your intentions
for your letters were but I believe
God is using them to touch this
town. They've caused the readers
to think about what they truly
believe.
Penny Johnson
Wauchula
NOT SMART?
Dear Editor:
Jim Schwarz is not very smart. I
would think that he should be smart
enough to know that you get in
trouble when you write nothing but
Sthe truth.
Floyd L. Polk
Bowling Green


It has been a busy spring filled with many field trips here in the
Hammock. Most of our local schools and many surrounding communities
have brought their students to explore the wonders of the hammock with a
ranger guide. Students have taken walks, tram rides and have learned more
about "The Real Florida."
Wildlife,' always the popular topic, seemed to focus on habitats and
home ranges this year. All the kids wanted to know how the rangers knew
where to find the animals. It's not really a special gift, rather the results of
daily observation.
As you might know, all wildlife has specific habitat requirements.
These are the factors that are necessary in order to ensure survival. They
include den or nesting places, food sources, water, some room to roam, and
of course, others of their species.
We talked a lot about habitats during school trips this year. Students
seemed very interested in how the park had changed since the storms last
summer and how the wildlife was doing in spite of it all. Some areas of the
park have changed, but there is enough intact natural space here to afford
the bit of "moving around" that was necessary for some. Another part of
this popular topic was that special "ranger skill" of knowing where to find
the critters." ::
All species have territories or "home ranges" within their habitats.
Simply put, these are the places within a habitat that a species visits. As
they travel around within a habitat, they create their territory. Think of this
territory like the rooms of a house. Some areas are for sleeping, others for
eating, some for hunting, etc. Territories mustyrovide all the basic necessi-
ties for survival. Leaving your territory due to habitat destruction, loss of
food or danger from predators lea es you vulnerable to starvation or pre-
dation. Simply put, for niany \ wildlife specie':; it's best to stao home' n
This, of course, exposes that extra-sensory ranger skill. Since we are
here each day, we observe wildlife on a daily basis. Soon patterns emerge
in wildlife movement. After a while, you find yourself waiting in expecta-
tion for that certain species to show up in designated area. If you've
observed carefully, there are times and places where you can almost guar-
antee a wildlife spotting! This is why it's so much fun to join a ranger on a
tour. We can usually provide that special "wildlife show" that seems, to
elude many visitors. This brings us back to that topic of "home ranges."
Just this week, I've had opportunity to speak to several people out in
the community regarding non-typical wildlife sightings. Sometimes ani-
mals or birds show up in places that just don't make a lot of sense. It could
be that they've lost their habitat, been chased out of their territory or are
simply searching for food or a mate.
Remember that just because you've seen a species in a particular place i
oonce or twice, it doesn't necessarily mean that they "live there." Perhaps I
can explain it better this way; suppose I see you out in the community,
maybe while you're out doing some shopping at Walmart. If.I see you there,
I wouldn't automatically assume that you live in the Walmart store! That
would be ridiculous. I would know that you are out, visiting tfis place'and
know that you do have a home somewhere nearby, even if I don't know
exactly where it is.
Wildlife is like that, too. You might see an alligator in the parking lot
of your local gas station, but certainly wouldn't imagine that it lives there at
the Circle K! Perhaps there 'are raccoons in the dumpster, but that's not
where they raise their babies! How about those Florida scrub-jays that
mooch peanuts on your favorite central Florida golf course? Needless. to
say, they don't nest on the golf course! These creatures are simply out for-
aging for food or perhaps searching for a mate. It may even be that this area
:was once part of their habitat, but is now developed and on the fringes of
their now shrunken territory.
So, keep in mind that to,see lots of wildlife, not just these non-typical
sightings, you need to know a little bit about habitats. It's not hard though,
just think about the sort of things that you need in order to feel "at home;"
a safe place to sleep, good food, good friends-and a little patch of "The Real
Florida" to call your own. Once you know what they need, you'll knbw
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Retirement Dinner Honors Dr. Fin


Pate shown with his family and retirement cake. He and his wife live east of Wauchula where he
raises beef cattle. He purchased the small ranch previously owned by Russell Farmer and his wife
Etta.


Wes Williamson, who owns the 9,000-acre Williamson ranch in Okeechobee with his father Sonny
Williamson, helped cook New York strip steaks. The company runs a cow/calf operation with
2,500 head of commercial brangus, 1,000 acres of citrus, and a catfish farm in Alabama that
grows 10 million pounds of channel cats annually.


PHOTOS BY JIM KELLY
Findlay Pate talks to crowd which assembled to honor his June
30 retirement as director of the Ona Cattle Research Center, a
part of the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural
Sciences.


Teen Pregnancy Prevention
Alliance TPPA
Consequences Last A Life
Time

Sex Is Serious

Is This The Future You See For
Yourself?
Consequences For A Teen Mom
* 50% more likely to dropout of high
school
* 50% more likely to depend on welfare
* 25% will have another child before the
Sage of 20
* More likely to be a single parent
Consequences For A Teen Dad
* More likely to drop out of school
* Earn,$5,000 less annually
Consequences For The Baby
* More likely to be born at a low or a
i very low birth weight
More likely to die within the first
month
*: Are at higher risk for disabilities

The Hardee County TPPA meet at the
2nd Tuesday of each month at 9:30
a.m. at the Hardee County Health
Department. Anyone that is con-
cerned about Our teens is invited to


From left are Vicky Pate, her husband Findlay Pate and Jim Selph.


Alianza Par la Prbvencion
del Embarazo
Las Consecuencias Duran
Toda la Vida
El Sexo es cosa seria
Es esto lo que ves en tu future?
Consecuencias para una madre
adolescent
* 50% mas probabilidades de abandonar
los studios secundarios
* 50% mas probabiladades de defender
de la ayuda del gobierno
* 25% tendran otro bebe antes de los 20
anos de edad
* Mas probabilidades de ser una madre
soltera
Consecuencias para un padre
adolescent
* Mas probabilidades de abandonar los
studios secundarios
* Ganar menos de $5,000 al ano
Consecuencias para el bebe
* Mas probabilidades de nacer con poco
o muy poco peso
* Mas probabilidades de morir durante el
primer me ,
* Estan a unriesgo mayor de ser
incapacitados
La Alianza para la Prevencion del
Embarazo en Adolescentes del
Condado de Hardee se reuna el
segundo martes de cada mes alas
9:30 a.m. En el Departamento de
Salud del Condado Hardee. Cualquier
persona que este preasupado por
nuestros adolescentes esto invitada a
asistir a las reuniones y actividades


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115 K D Revell Road
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Phone: 863-773-7141


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115 KD Revell.Road
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Okeechobee County, cooked
swamp cabbage for Dr.
Findlay Pate's retirement din-
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Okeechobee County.


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WORLD CHANGERS COME TO HARDEE


Francis B. Hagan: A Tribute


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PHOTOS BY MICHAEL KELLY
This week the young people of world changers are lending a hand. There are three teams of work-
ers in Hardee County. The volunteers come from all over the U.S.. including Texas, Alabama and
Georgia. They are staying at the First Baptist Church of Avon Park and drive over every day to
work. World Changers is a project of the North American Mission Board of the Southern Baptist
Convention. Pictured above are painters known as "The Paint Chips" hard at work on Bill and
Gina Bishop's house at 307 S. 8th Avenue in Wauchula. The crew leader of this job is Tommy Head
of Ringgold, Ga. The teens are providing' free labor to communities in need. Some 225 high
school age students are working June 11-18 in Hardee and Highlands counties.


Keep Safety, Pets In Mind

During Hurricane Season


Florida Commissioner of Agri-
culture -and Consumer Services
Charles H. Bronson is reminding
residents to take steps to protect
,their homes, pets and livestock now
that the 2005 hurricane season is
under way.
"After last year's horrific hurri-
cane season, people are taking
storm preparations very seriously,"
Bronson said. 'But while people are
stocking up on batteries, food and
water, we want to be sure other crit-
ical issues are also- addressed,
including their animals."
The Florida Department of Agri-
culture and Consumer Services
includes the Division of Animal
Industry, which assists citizens in
evacuating livestock, provides
assistance to farmers after a storm,
and helps people find pet-friendly
shelters and hotels. The Department
also oversees food safety as well as
S the safe sale,:use, storage, handling,
and transportation of propane gas.
Bronson is providing some tips
for residents to use to prepare for
the hurricane season:

PROPANE GAS
--If forced to evacuate, turn off:
the propane tank service valve and
the shut-off valve on all propane
appliances.
-Appliance and equipment con-
trols that have been under water
should be inspected by the gas com-
pany and the controls replaced prior
to' being put back into service.

FOOD SAFETY
-Stock up with foods that.
require no refrigeration, preparation
or cooking.
-All food contaminated by
flood water (except undamaged
metal cans) should be discarded.
-Undamaged cans as well as
refrigerators, counters, cookware
"dishes and glassware contaminated
by flood water should be washed,
rinsed and sanitized in a solution of
2 teaspoons of unscented household,
bleach per gallon of room-tempera-
ture potable water.
-Keep several gallons of bottled
water available. If under a boil-
water notice, do not use tap water or
make ice without bringing the water
to a rolling boil for at least one,
minute.

ENVIRONMENTAL
-Store lawn chemicals and fer-


tilizers off the ground in a location
that is not subject.to flooding.

PETS AND SMALL ANIMAL
SAFETY
S-Keep ID, tags and vaccinations
up to date.
-Prepare a pet survival kit,
including food for two weeks, a
manual'can opener. medications, a
pet carrier, bedding. and vaccina-
tion records. '
S-if you plan to board a pet,
make written arrangements in
advance,, well before a storm threat-
ens.
-Contact hotels and motels
along your, evacuation route to
,check policies on accepting pets
and keep the list handy.
-The. Humane Society of the
United States (HSUS) has prepared
a helpful brochure "Disaster
Preparedness for Pets," which can
be accessed on the web at http:-'
//' \.www.hsus.orglace/18732.

HORSES AND LIVESTOCK
-Keep vaccinations and other
health requirements up to date.
-If possible, make arrangements
Sin advance for evacuation of horses.
Know where you can take your
horses for shelter alongyour evacu-
ation route. Make sure your horse
trailer is. "ready to go" or other
transport arrangements are prepared.
will.in advance. 'Carry your vacci-
nation record and health papers
with you.
-If not evacuating, make sure
animals have access to high ground
in case 6f flooding.
-Check all gates, fences and
enclosures for loose parts and over-
all sturdiness.-.
-Secure equipment, small sheds
and other items that may become
flying debris and injure animals.

PRICE-GOUGING
-It is illegal in Florida to charge
excessive prices for essential items
such as gas, food, ice, lumber and
lodging following a declaration of
emergency by the governor.
Residents should report any price-
gouging by calling 1-800-
HELPFLA.

POST-DISASTER SCAMIS
-Con artists may prey on' resi-
dents who suffer home damage by
offering to repair the dainage 'with


materials leftover from
job. Citizens can protect
by checking with the loc
department or with tl
Department of Busi
Professional Regulatio
sure the contractor is lic
should also ask for and
references.
-Charity scams of
following a disaster.
give, ensure that the ch
istered with the Florida
of Agriculture and'
Services by calling
HELPFLA. Never .give
always write checks pa;
organization, not an ind
Bronson says consum
educated about the pot
gers a natural disaster
health, home and pock
more likely to avoid be
or victimized by sca
Consumers can find out
food safety tips.and anil
information by logging
Department's web site
www.doacs.state.fl.us ar
out. he6Division of Food
the Division off Anim,
\which lists'pet-friendly

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.pleasure as well as bein-g"foremost among
the states of tfi. soutiWfor its commerce.
a previous Florida, literally wrenched from out of the
themselves grasp of oblivion, is now sought by persons
:al building from all parts of the globe.
he Florida 'This span of life has witnessed the vanish-
iness and
ness and ing of the pioneer's log cabin into the hazy
in to make h
ensued. They mists of the long ago, and in its place has
verify local been erected pretentious dwellings and man-
sions, the homes of comfort, culture and
ten surface refinement.
Before you
ariis reg- The crossroads country store with its het-
Department erogeneous mass of merchandise, covering
Consumer all the'wants of the time, has made its exit
g 1-800- forever to give to that wonder of the 20th
eabse o ane century, the modern department store.
ividual. The old-fashioned schoolhouse, made of
ers who are logs, with its thatched roof and quaint
tential dan- teacher with his three R's, has been wafted
presents to away as a chimera, only to be known to the
ketbook are
ing harmed future as a legend and for the foundation
am artists. which it built for the intellectual, moral,
more about Christian, mercantile and industrial develop-
mal welfare ment of the greatest nation on earth.
; on to the
at http:// The express rider, with his steaming bron-,
nd checking co and large pommeled saddle and his bag of
Safety, and mail, is only a faint remembrance.
il Industry All of these primitive attributes of a now
shelters.
h lters. famous country have taken their way down
the road of time, limitless time, time that will
When you never witness their return. When the natural,
ells you.
ton Taylor coherent thought rises with the breast of
man, he brought to the realization of the fact
that the good old days of the corn pone and
.ENDAR baked opossum will never return.


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He knows that the instinct, which has
passed down to him throughout all the eter-
nal ages that have drifted away, that creates
within him a longing for the-beautiful wilds
of the forest, for the chase of the deer, and
hunt of the bear, will return no more forever.
But in their place, and within the limits of
the span of life of this old gentleman, we
have had given to us the telegraph, ocean


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Introduction: Francis Burdette Hagan was
born Sept. 11, 1827, in Black Creek, Duval
County, Florida. With his parents, Malachi
and Elizabeth (Sheppard) Hagan, he moved
to Micanopy, then Marion County, and final-
ly Fort Dade in Hernando County. About
1861, he relocated to the Castalia area of
Manatee County. In 1866 he served on a
committee which which selected Pine Level
as the new county seat of Manatee County,
to which he permanently settled.
On Nov. 4, 1852, Francis Hagan married
Elizabeth Jane Platt (1833-1902), daughter
of John and Alice (Blackshear) Platt. They
had nine children. He died Jan. 31, 1914.
Sit down in an easy chair under the shade
of the beautiful oaks, in the yard ofa Florida
farmer and converse for three hours with an
intelligent old gentleman who was born a
"Florida Cracker" away back in 1827 and
who is healthy, hale and hearty today. If
there is anything of an emotional nature in
your makeup, you will experience a thou-
sand thrills and your mind will waft over the
hills and valleys, through the forests, along
the streams and into the cabin of the early
pioneer, in its efforts to comprehend that
which is being told you by one who has lived
through it all and is able to tell of it in a fas-'
cinating and charming manner.
To be born in 1827 would make one 81
years old. It would take you back to the time
when small villages were in the majority,
when a man's word was as good as his bond,
when honor was valued more highly than the
dollar mark, when the simple life was the
real life, and honesty was the motto of all.
In those early days the mode of travel in
the state was by ox-cart, but today finds the
,state in possession of a splendid transporta-
tion system with ocean steamers plying from
its shores to all the principal markets of the
world and trunk lines of railroads belting and
girding the state as though they were placed
there to prevent it from bursting and its prod-
ucts within easy reach of any market their
owners may care to enter.
From a howling wilderness infested with
hostile Indians, overrun with varmints and
reptiles, its broad acres unkept, its lands
unexplored, its forest uncleared, its streams
unknown, the state has developed into one of
the most popular domains on the.globe, hav-
ing become famous as a resort of health and


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cable, telephone, wireless telegraph, ocean
greyhounds, liquid air, electricity, thousands
of miles of railway, concrete construction,
the automobile; the perfecting press, phono-
graphs, engraving, steel mills, oil produc-
tion, and diamond, silver, gold and other
mines.
Single machines operated by a child will
perform the work which formerly required
the services of 200 men to turn out in the
same length of time. The cotton gin, thresh-
ing and sewing machines, artificial ice and
thousands of other inventions have for their
purpose the creating of comfort, happiness
and pleasure for those who compose the
nation while they are wrestling from the
bosom of this mundane sphere a volume of
wealth that would stagger the most optimist,
imaginary thoughts of Croesus, the king of
Lydia, who was celebrated on account of his
great riches.
The subject of this sketch, the Hon..
Francis B. Hagan, was born in Duval County
in a portion of it, from which Clay County
was created in 1827, his parents residing at
that time in what is now known as the.
Middleberg, on the banks of Black Creek, a
tributary of the St. Johns River. After resid-
ing in various parts of Florida, he finally cast
his lot in the Pine Level district, this place at
that time being the county seat of Manatee
County. He has continuously resided in there
since that time.
In 1839 and at the tender age of 12 years.
he was a musician in the militia service ol
Florida.
He fought all through the Indian war ol
'56-7, the seat of activity being around Fori
Meade and in the.Peace River valley. At its
close he was mustered out and after a few
years' rest he enlisted in the Confederate
states army and served with the militia until'
the close of the Civil War.
Hagan relates a funny experience in which
he was a participant in an effort to capture a
gunboat and company of marines on horse-
back.
While in the service during the Civil War,
the fact became known that a gunboat had
arrived at Punta Gorda, and a few,of the vig-
ilant scouts in the Pine Level neighborhood
decided that they would ride down there and
capture the federal outfit, sink the boat and
hold the men as prisoners of war.
There, ;were about eight in the attacking,
party and they hurri'ddtoh the -scene of- the
conflict with vigor and assurance. When
nearing the vicinity of the disembarkment
they approached very cautiously and discov-
ered that a, few men had come ashore and
pitched camp.
After properly reconnoitering the situa-
tion, a charge was made on the invaders.'To
the surprise of the "Crackers," a whole com-
pany of marines was thrown against them,
and several cannon that had been landed
from the gunboat began to belch out their
devastating, death-dealing loads. The scouts
made a hurried retreat.
Hagan at one time was county treasurer of
Manatee County and in 1873-4-5 represent-
ed Manatee County in the Florida House of
Representatives. In 1879 he represented
Manatee and Polk counties in the Florida
State, Senate.
An evidence of the healthfulness of the
Pine Level district, Hagan lived for a period
of 50 years without taking a dose of medi-
cine or using the services of a physician. He
now lives on his farm near Pine Level, and at
the ripe old age for 81 years, is possessed of
sufficient vigor and vitality to perform all
the work that is necessary in the cultivation
of his farm and attending his orange grove.
To Mr. and Mrs. Hagan, the latter now
deceased, were born nine children, two. of
whom have died.
It is with pleasure The Tribune pays this
tribute to an honorable old gentleman who
has lived an upright God-fearing life and has
always enjoyed the esteem and good fellow-
ship of his friends, acquaintances and neigh-
bors.
Reference: Richard Livingston, "Francis
Burdette Hagan 1827-1914," South Florida
Pioneers 9 (July 1976), pages 21-24.
(Edited by Spessard Stone from "The
Tampa Morning Tribune, Sunday, Jan. 10,
1909).






June 16, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 7A


Bowling Green Public Swimming Pool Is Out Of Service For The Summer


By JIM KELLY
Of The Herald-Advocate
The Bowling Green public
swimming pool will be out of com-
mission for the summer, city man-
ager David Eibertson announced
Tuesday night.
About eight weeks ago city
crews were taking water out of the
pool to clean it when the deep.
(western) end popped partially o,.
of the ground.
Dee Williams-Tatis said the city
lacks recreation for children' and
asked if the city could get the
school system to provide a bus
shuttle to the public pool in
Wauchula this summer.
Mayor Perry Knight is on the
recreation committee and said he
wants to get the pool fixed.
Elbertson said the city is waiting
on an insurance settlement.
Knight said, "We will have to see
about the insurance and the money.
We will fix the pool or abandon it."
Williams-Tatis brought up the
pool subject after hearing it was
damaged.
She also asked if the city was
going to have its annual fireworks
celebration at Pyatt Park for the
Fourth of July.
Elbertson said the city has no fire
department anymore. The depart-
ment previously set off the fire-
works. He said new laws state Pyatt
Park is too close to nearby build-
ings to have fireworks which can
pose a fire hazard.
Williams-Tatis announced the
youth baseball kids will take a trip
to see a Tampa Bay Devil Rays
game on July 24 and said a school
bus will be needed if enough chil-.
dren sign up. The cost per child to
go to the game will be $5, she said.
She said she was working to
obtain a general contractor's licen-
se. '. -
The Bowling Green City
Commission Tuesday night voted
for Elbertson to buy a new piimp
for the wastewater system.
Elbertson said the two current
pumps are ,working full-time at
reduced capacity.




TOWN CLERK
Continued From 1A
money for the town, has been func-
tioning with part-time officers.
w which number 10 in all now. Their
leader. David Scheid. is seeking
raises for the men, from $8.5j) to
S10 an hour. and to $12 an-hour fori
himself.
Logan says the moneN is not
there Scheid sas it is. The pub-
lic believes it is. .And council
members ha'e tabled- the matter
until the\ can research it further.
"I don't think we'll sur ive the.
year," Logan said on Tuesday. "I
think \we'll be in a state of financial
emergency by the end of this year,
and next year there \won't be any,
money to pay the employees and
we'll just fold our tents and go
home."
Finance Director Roberson. who
knewi of Logan's impending resig-
nation, had intended to apply for
his position, but on Tuesday said
she had changed her mind I did
intend to up until last night. but [I
don't after last night's meeting."
she said. "NI' reason is simple: I'
don't want to be the one signing the
checks when we go broke."
Logan's letter of resignation
appears below in its entirety:
"It is with a profound sense of
regret tonight that I tender my res-
ignation from the town of Zolfo
Springs. effective June 24. 2005.
During the past 12 years I ha\e
been privileged to work with some.
of the finest people in the world.
people I am happ> to call friends.
"But I find that I am no longer
able to function in the archaic form
of government used by Zolfo
Springs. I urge Town Council to
take a more active role in what is
happening in your tow n, and I fur-
ther urge you to use 'whatever
means available to hold a referen-
dum to change to a city-manager
form of government
"Your town and its residents.
deserve professional administra-
tion, and they are,not getting it at
this time.
"lMayd God bless you all," he con-
cluded...: :. .


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"They both total 250,000 gallons
per minute. They should be pump-
ing '400,000 gallons per minute
each," said Elbertson, who indicat-
ed the impellers may be worn down
from chemicals and use.
SHe said the system is getting
some big inflows of stormwater
into the sewer plant.
'The commission voted to allow
Sprint PCS to erect a 199-foot
tower next to Hill's Auto World
along Hwy. 17 to improve cell
phone reception. Paul Rozeman
said the tower would pose no health
threat to nearby residents. "It is low
power and safe."
Mayor Knight said there is a
need for a tower to improve,cell
phone reception.
The commission approved a zon-
ing change to residential-i on the
recently annexed Benavides prop-
erty at 3972 Edison Ave. at the
south end of the' city.


The commission also approved
an ordinance to amend the future
land use map to allow low density
residential use for the Benavides
property.
City Clerk Pam Northup said
City Attorney Gerald Buhr was not
present because he was slightly
injured in an automobile accident
Monday. His car was totalled by a
semi truck, she said. Buhr is also
town attorney for the Town of
Zolfo Springs.
Williams-Tatis said she was part
of a group that wanted to build 50
moderate income homes on city-
owned property. The homes would
sell for $100,000 to $119,000. The
project would also help train young
people for jobs in the building
industry she said.
Mayor Knight asked her to send
a principal partner to talk with him
and the city manager to find out
more details.


THE UNMARRIED.PENALTY
E\en though marriage and fertility rates are at their lowest point in his-
tory, an estimated 85 percent of Americans will marry at-least once in their
lives. However, chances are, if you live to the age of 70. you will spend
more of your adult life single than married.-, I!
More than 86 million adults in America are unmarriedd. making up
about half of all households, 42 percent of employees and 35 percent of vot-
ers. Yet, unmarried Americans face significant financial disadvantages.
according to the American Association for Single People and the Lesbian &
Gay Immigration Rights Task Force. Follow ing are some of the "penalties" :
you could be facing if you are single orif you and your partner ate not legal-
ly .wed.

Fewer Job Benefits
Companies subsidize benefits for employees' spouses and kids.
Unmarried workers are not compensated in another form to make up the dif-
ference. Furthermore, benefits for spouses are tax-free. On the other hand,
for domestic partners. benefits are ta\ed, if they even exist. -i

Higher Unemployment
Unemployment for unmarried people with children under 18 was 9.1 !
in 2002. It was only 3.8% for married workers with kids. Many married peo-
ple can collect unemployment benefits if they quit their job to move in with
a relocated spouse, but domestic partners can't.
Everyone pays taxes, but surviving spouses can collect half of a
deceased worker's benefitS; whereas domestic partners cannot collect any-
thing. Social Security benefits. which in some cases can be tapped by a sur-
viving spouse, are essentially untouchable by a sur ving domestic partner._

Higher Taxes
SUnmarried partners can't file joint returns and receive smaller capital-
Sgains breaks when they sell their homes. Married people can leave spouses
everything, tax-free. But estates of unmarried couples worth more than $1.5
million are taxed at 18 to 48 percent. Furthermore, transfers of property to
a spouse are not taxable, while transfers to domestic partners are .

Fewer Family Discounts ..
Most country clubs, health clubs and auto clubs allok% a spouse to join
free or to take ad% antage of a discount. Unmarried partners must pay for two
memberships and cannot-use family discounts.

No Victim's Rights Protection
If a drunk driver kills a married person, the survi\ ing spouse can sue for:
wrongful death. Unmarried surviving partners have no legal recourse what-
soever.
In addition, many insurance companies generally put married drivers
into a low-risk category and unmarried drivers in a high-risk category.

Credit and Housing Discrimination
S Unmarried joint applicants are sometimes offered credit on less favor-
Sable terms'than their married counterparts. Many states db not ban marital
status discrimination in rental housing, allowing landlords to refuse to rent
to unmarried tenants. :..

Lack of Citizenship Rights
:Fifteen countries recognize same-sex couples for immigration;
However, U.S. citizens in relationships with same-sex foreigners cannot
sponsor their partners.

SMoving Forward
SAlthough unmarried people may face these financial challenges, there
:are many signs of hope for singles:, and domestic partners. Corporate
America is starting to revise its marriage-centric policies, re-examining
everything from subsidized spousal health care to extended family benefits
and allowing employees to add a qualified adult household member to their
health plans be it a domestic partner, extended family member or grown
child. ,
A bill also is pending in Congress that would niake benefits for house-
hold members and domestic partners tax-free, just as they are for spouses.
Another would mandate that the federal government offer health benefits to
doniestic partners.

Get 'Help
.,. When it comes to these and other important financial issues, your best
course of action is to seek the advice of a professional financial advisor.
Whether you are married or not, by working with your advisor, you can cre-
ate and implement a comprehensive financial plan specific to your needs
and the benefits available to you.


Dispose Of Hazardous Wastes




For Free Saturday At Landfill


paid.
There are four of these
events/pickups throughout the year
by the Environmental Quality Co.
of Florida Inc., which handles the
collections one Saturday each quar-
ter at the landfill.
Do check all nooks and crannies
of your home for these products.


Check shelves, sheds, closets, stor-
age containers, anywhere where
you might have any of these items.
Collect. as much as you can to
help save your environment and
community, and let the landfill take
it off your hands. For more infor-
mation, call the landfill at 773-
5089.


By KIMBERLY PATARINI
For The Herald-Advocate
Have you sprayed your house
with pesticides lately?
Are you wondering where you
can safely' dispose of them?
'It's the semi-annual Hardee
County Household Hazardous
Waste Amnesty Day. It will be held
on Saturday, from 8 a.m. to noon.
It's at the Hardee County Sanitary
Landfill, 685 Airport Road, three
miles east of Wauchula north of
East lain Street.
It is a free service, in which. your
household can bring up to 60
pounds of household cleaners, pes-
ticides. used oil or any other haz-
ardous items lying around- the-
garage or shed.
Hovwe er, the cleanup will not be
able to accept any biohazards. like
bandages or insulin needles. Other
items that are unacceptable are gas
cylinders. flares, ammunition.
explosives, pyro-technics or
radioactive waste.
Ha\e you done an) of those do-
it-.ourself projects lately? If so.
take those stains. wood preserva-.
, ties, paint and paint removers-and
polurethanes, and put them in a
box or bag to be taken to free safe
disposal.
If .ou've been cleaning, take
those rusted disinfectant cans, bot-
ties of floor wax, drain cleaner or
other poisonous materials.
Pool chemicals and chemicals
from hobbies such as photography
can also be disposed of on Amnest\
Day.
While out in the garage, check,
for old transmission fluid, filters,
oil, anti-freeze and other petroleum
products that might .be lying
around.
If you've finished: your summer
gardening, take those old fertiliz-
ers, pesticides, herbicides and,
insecticides out.
An\ business that generates less
than 220 pounds of hazardous
waste per month may also, bring its
waste to the collection center to
dispose of it properly However, the
: current contractor price must be







Train To Be
A Caregiver
The Florida Gulf Coast Chap-.
ter of the Alzheimer's Associa-
tion Will be hosting a three-day
Caregiver Series from its mobile
office, "The Memory Mobile,"
June 20-23 at Hardee Manor
Care Center, 401 Orange Ave.,
Wauchula.
SJune 20, from 1 to 3 p.m. will
be "Challenging Behaviors";
June 21, 1-3 p.m., will be "Late
Care Stage"; June 22, 1-3 p.m.,
will be "Wandering Prevention"
and "Safe Return"; and June
23, 9 a.m. to noon, will be free
memory screening. Reserve by
Friday (tomorrow), as seating is
limited. Call (863) 385-3444.

City League To
Meet June 27
Men ages 14 and up who plan
-to play softball in the Men's City
League should send a coach or
team representative to the plan-
ning meeting'on June 27.
All those interested should
come to the concession stand
area at the Community
Recreation Complex just north
of the' high school on Altman
Road. For more information, call
Carl Coleman at 773-3872 or
832-0078.


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This is Part 2 of the graduation message I gave on May 22:
How do we imitate Christ through faith and patience and inherit the
promised blessings? Hebrews 6:18 reminds us that "we who have fled for
refuge, might have strong encouragement."
Verses 9-12 say, "(9) Though we speak in this way, yet in your case,
beloved, we feel sure of better things, things that belong to salvation. (10)
For God is not so unjust as to overlook your work and the love that you
showed for His sake inserving the saints, as you still do. (11) And we desire
each one of you to show the same earnestness to have the full assurance of
hope until the end, (12) so that you may not be sluggish, but imitators of
those who through faith and patience inherit the promises."
Those who inherit God's promises are faithful and patient in imitating
Christ We can imitate Christ by being like Him, eating solid food and
ackno\\ lodging Him. Be imitators of Christ. Be in God's Word. Be diligent
in sharing Him. :
I want to share an excerpt from a book, it is a great example of faith
and patience. From page 27 of "A Faith Worth Sharing: A Lifetime of
Conversations About Christ" by C. John Miller:
"Why do you read the Bible all the time?" asked Mel.
"Mel, it's the only way I'm going to make it."
"Mavbe I should read it, too. What do you think?"
I didn't think Mel was serious. Unemployed, he was half drunk most
of the time'and hardly seenied in shape to read Romans with me. But I said,
"Any time, Mel." I soon found out how literally Mel took my words.
One night around 1 a.n. he knocked several times at my door. I did not
wake up. So he went to the end of the hall, made almighty run at my door
and slammed his way through it. Awake now and terrified, I saw a tall form
swaying ominously over my bed. I leaped up and grappled desperately with
.my burglar. :
Then I heard a familiar voice. "It's Mel! It's Mel! I come to talk reli-
gion. Read the Bible."
"Mel," I said, shaking with agitation and disbelief, "you scared me to
death." Calming down, I explained to him as best I could that he should
come at some other time other than the middle of the night. I then "helped,"
which is to say half pushed, him out the door.
(Catch this important point.) It was the intensity of study that caught
Mel's attention. He could see that we both had big needs, but I went to the
Bible while he went to the bottle. I think he sensed that I was getting life
from Imy choice while he was getting death from his. When he asked to talk
about religion, what he really wanted to know was whether what I was
doing would help him-- whether he, too could get life from Scripture.

He goes on to tell how he tried to (mistakenly) educate Mel into sal-
vation. There is nothing wrong with giving someone information but his
approach, though simple, was still too intellectual for Mel. He had omitted
something totally basic yet totally essential, that Mel needed to place his
Trust in Jesus Christ so he could be a land that received the rain, not a land
ready to be burned.
.How do we know God keeps His promises? There are two ways we.
Snow, one is God.can't lie; two is Jesus is our High Priest forever. When
we have faith in Jesus like Abraham, we will know how to obtain the
'promises of God.
Verses 13-20 say, "(13) For when God made a promise to Abraham,
since He had no one greater by whom to swear, He swore by Himself, (14)
saying, 'Surely I will bless you'and multiply you.' (15) And thus Abraham,
having patiently waited, obtained the promise. (16) For people swear by
something greater than themselves, and in all their disputes an oath is final
for confirmation. (17) So when God desired to show more convincingly to
the heirs of the promise the unchangeable character of His purpose, He
guaranteed it with an oath, (18) so that by two unchangeable things, in
which it is impossible for God to lie, we who have fled for refuge might
have strong.encouragement to hold fast to the hope set before us.
"'(19) We have this as a sure and steadfast anchor of the soul, a hope
that enters into the inner place behind the curtain, (20) where Jesus has
gone as a forerunner on our behalf, having become a High Priest forever
after the order-of Melchiszedek."
We are co-heirs to the promise with Christ, to convince us of this God
made an oath, He promised it and God doesn't lie, He is Truth. We can be
encouraged by this fact, and hold fast to the hope set before us, Jesus. He
will keep us anchored no matter how rough the seas of life get. Because we
know what has already happened. Jesus made propitiation for our sins, and
He has entered the Holy of Holies. Not once a year, but He is there today
as our forever High Priest. Now, that's exciting!
God wants your heart, my heart, daily. Let Christ in the most innermost
parts of your thought life, in prayer, in action. Imitate Him through faith and
patience by.being in His word daily, sharing Him daily through action and
words and, remember, if you've put your faith in Christ, your soul is
anchored by Jesus Christ, your forever High Priest. He stands in your place
so God can bless you.





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Thursday, Jiun 16, 2005


PAGE ONE


ZS Dedicates Park To


Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.


By SHAYLA BRYAN
Herald-Advocate Intern
A $50,000 grant has allowed
Zolfo Springs to revamp Suwannee
Street Park. At the same time, the
park was renamed for Dr. Martin
Luther King Jr.
New, much-needed playground
equipment was put in. The basket-


ball court where neighborhood
children often shoot hoops was
resurfaced and the fencing around
the park was replaced. Also, water
fountains were added.
It had been years since any
improvements had been made to
the park. "It's in a lot better shape.
Both parks really look good."


Linda Roberson, Zolfo* Springs
finance director said.
The grant that made these reno-
vations possible was from the
Florida Recreation Development
Assistance Program. Through this
same grant, the town also made
improvements to Fourth Street
Park, and then dedicated it as


Carmen G. Vasquez Park.
In a recent ceremony, Suwannee
Park was dedicated as Martin
Luther King Jr. Park. The renaming
was recommended by Town
'Council member Maggie Belcher.
She had always wanted to do some-
thing to honor King because of all
he did. She feels he was a great
man, and thought that something in
Zolfo Springs should bear his
name.
Belcher first wanted 'to name a
street after. him, but couldn't
because there already is a Martin


Luther King Jr. Avenue in
Wauchula. She then asked the town
to name the park after him..
, "I love the park. Mr. Colby did a
wonderful job. Before, the park
didn't have too much; it was old
and time to upgrade," Belcher
added.
She wanted to make the park a
nice place for children to play, just
as she wants to make Zolfo Springs
an even nicer place for residents to
live.
Mayor Marilyn Aker opened the
ceremony and the Rev. George


Neel, Zolfo Springs 'lwn Council
chair, provided the invocation.
Preston Colby, who administered
the grant, dedicated the park. Then
the Rev. Erick Snelling addressed
the crowd with an inspiring speech,
"Man of La Mancha: The
Impossible Dream." It told of dif-
ferent people, including King, who
greatly influenced the lives of oth-
ers by "doing their part."
The Martin Luther King Jr. Park
is located on South Suwannee
Street between Eighth and Ninth
streets.


Dragons Third In SB Tourney


By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
The Tampa Electric Co. (TECO)
Dragons placed third in last week's
tournament in Plant City.
SPlacing second in their Juniors
softball division locally, the
Dragons and their coaches battled
rain and year-round players for
third place in- the Strongman
Tournament held in Plant City.
Emily Adams, Ashley Alden,
Paige Clark, Shelby Durrance,
Christina English, Blake Farrer,
Amaris Garza, Chelsea Harris,
Taylor Hulsey, Halley Marshall,
Miranda Powell and Marisa
Shivers had to contend with heavy
rains and heavier bats in the "week-
end" tournament.
Opening games on June 4 were
rained out. On Sunday, the Hardee
girls won 8-4 over North Lakeland
P.D. Mobley Logging The Dragons
went back on Tuesday June 7, but
spent from 6 to 10 p.m. hoping the
rains would stop.
On Wednesday, June 8, TECO
lost to North Lakeland End Zone 7-
2. The Dragons' final game was
June 9 when, after a 90-minute rain
delay, the girls were shut out by
North Lakeland Twistie Treat..
"North Lakeland teams play.
throughout the year. but the teams
from Hardee only play spring ball.
We are proud of the way our girls'
played and the _po:rtsmanship the\
-howed all week. especially. having
to wait through several rain delays-
and playing the strong teams \%e
were up against," said coaches
Dennis Powell, Phillip Farrer and
Jim Harris.
The girls, wanted to thank their
coaches as well as the parents and
family members \'ho volunteeredd
and supported the team all season
Sand at this tournament.
in game 1 against P.D. NlobleN
Logging, the Dragons were the \is-
iting team and started out \\iih a
trio, of scores. Clark walked and
advanced on a Garza sacrifice fly.
A single by Durrance put runners
on the corners and an Adams hit
kept it going. Alden. Marshall and
Hulsea also stroked singles, allow-
.ing Clark. Durrance and Adams to
Come .on home.
Nloble% evened the score 3-3
with its own three tallies in the
home half of the third on a walk,
fielder's choice and in-the-park
, homer b'y Emily Boxer.
Nloble) took a temporary lead
with another run in the fourth
inning on a,Meagan Bober single
and Amber Wheeler double.
STeco returned the favor in the top
of the sixth inning. Marshall drew a
walk and Shivers singled. Sacrifice'
grounders kept runners moving
until Marshall crossed home plate.
It was 4-4.
The local girls plated four runs in
the top of the seventh, and'final,

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inning. Clark started it with a sin-
gle. Powell walked and Durrance
singled. An Adams double scored
Clark and Durrance. Alden also sin-
gled and scored on hits by Marshall
and Shivers before the final out.
The Dragons led 8-4. A pair of
strikeouts and fly-out retired
Mobley batters in the home'half of
the inning and gave the victory to
the Dragons.'
After two trips to Plant City,
TECO got to play again on
Wednesday. The Dragons were vis-
itors and North Lakeland End Zone
the home team, scoring four runs in
the bottom of the first and three
more in the third stanza.
The Dragons had a hard time
with starting pitcher Kelsey Starner
but did better against, reliever


Hayley Honeycutt. Englishwalked
and moved to second on a Garza
walk, racing home on a Farrer hit to
make it 7-1 in the fifth inning.
In the sixth, Alden and Marshall
both took a walk. Alden scored on a
Shivers RBI hit. Farrer was also
stranded in the seventh inning,
when the third out ended the game.
Another rain delay on Thursday,
June 9,. did not bode well for the
Dragons. When they got to play,
they were unable to get runners all
the way home. Powell and Alden
were stranded in the first inning,
Farrer in the third and Harris,
Shivers and Hulsey in the fifth
inning, which ended the game on
the 10-run mercy rule as the North
Lakeland Twistie Treat had put 17
runs on the board.


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Hardee



Tia Mitchell & Jason Wilson MARINE GALA

To Wed Saturday


Living-


Couple To Wed

Saturday In Arcadia


Mitch and Mary Mitchell of Ona
have announced the engagement
and approaching marriage of their
daughter, Tia Marie, to Jason
Patrick Wilson, son of Beverly
Wilson of Minneapolis, Minn.
The bride-elect is a 1991 gradu-
ate of Hardee High School and is


currently employed as a case work-
er in Maple Grove, Minn..
The prospective groom, also of
Maple Grove, is self-employed in
the computer industry.
The couple will be married in an
afternoon ceremony on Saturday,
June 18, at Torrey Oaks Clubhouse.
A reception will follow.


Wishin g )
I'm wishingfor someone special.
I'm wishing for the love pf one.
I'm wishing for a prince.
I'ml wishing for a star.
I'l wishing for a person.
II'l wishing for the animals. ,
i'm wishing for the wishes
That might never come true.
I'm wiishilngfor an angel to
Come and sweep me awlI'y itfi him.
I'm wishingfor the moonlight.
I'm wishing for the sun to shine brightly.
I'm wishing for the world to come
together and reunite like we all should,
as many special people who care about each other.
I"ni riis hing for a wish. ,
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Former Hardee Countian, Staff Sgt. Wade Scheel (left), who is a
Marine recruiter in Wilmington, Del., received a special invita-
tion to attend the 2005 Marine Corps Scholarship Gala in
Washington, D.C. Joining him was his father-in-law, Donald
Kilpatrick (right) of Rowling Green. They are pictured with the
33rd Commandant of the Marine Corps, Gen. Michael W. Hagee.
The scholarship program began in 1962 to help with the educa-
' tion of children of past and present Marines who have and are
still serving and protecting the U.S. To date, over 18,000 schol-
arships and bonds worth over $27 million have been awarded to
7,145 children. The 28-year-old Scheel is a 1966 graduate of
Hardee High School and has been in the military approximately
Eight years. He is the son of John and Barbara Scheel of
Limestone and is married to the former Heather Kilpatrick of
Bowling Green. The couple have two children, Jared (6) and
Lexi (4). '




Rise & Shine
By Ted Simonson

DARE TO GIN E YOURSELF
Iwas in heaj \ traffic ine d.', arind saw up ahead .'4 me ,i[iin-' beside the
road, one of those fellows with a familiar sign reading '\\ ll ,o-rk tor foodd"
As I watched, I saw someone roll down their car window and reach out with
a bill. It was quickly taken, the window was rolled back up and the traffic
mo ed on.
It seemed to mle ith this %.i a picture of a lot of American-giving these
days. A quick handout and on we go. Quick. sanitar\. drie-lhro-ugh charity
with no commitment. "Here's some money. but keep out ofmy life!"'
Jesus didn't give that way. He got involved. It got mess). He got cruci-
.fied ., .. ... ,
lMost people will gi\e .in;tihin bhuti theni'm elle. upd,i.i,e'" tle reason
-IIf ou 'le ,sour'elft. \'4,I may he taken i-d iritai .-e t lou ma\ 'ei hurt. The
other person ma\ pro~ e un.'.,rth\ ,l ',,. ur ,.iit Then \hat 'i'u \ill feel like
a fool.
When you give yourself to God. the ri-;ks are e\en greater. What might
He tell \ou todo" W \\hat if \ou don t i anit odo it or are afraid to do it? Then
'ou \' ll be in the position of refusing God's c.'immand Safer never 0t make
a commitment- or so it may seem. Aciujll], noit making a commitment is
a commitment
C S Lew is talks about thi, in his book. "'Mere Clhriiinits He says we
are tempted to feel fragile and limited as thou.lh reallI :otal c.'l mmitment
would drain us and leare us withoutot enough it, li\e on "Actually, we're
atral d of losing the familiar lite \e kno'.. It nma\ be: miserable life, but.it
is all %e knom and %\e cling to it.
SHoweler. Jesus said. "\hos-oeler shall seek to, sdave his life shall lose
it and whosoever shall lose his life shall preserve it iLuke 17:33)
I think each of us has to be confronted b\ that grear lite that lies just
beyond the natural life before he \ ill "drop his net- and follow Christ That
\wonderful life can be communicated b, a miracle.ias It \%as with Peter) or
b\ a passage of scripture las it was in the case of Auguitne~ Usually. I
think it is communicated b\ another person Go.d send, into our lies..
This life transcends the natural. If He sa\s "Come." we are ready to,
respond. If He sa "Abide." we continue ,our daily\ duiles Our hearts are
His. We await His pleasure We are His osnn. the childrenn of God, e\en
though now. for a time. \\e d\well in time and space
And giving? \e dare to gi e ourselves to God and others. We have
nothing to fear We \won't run dr\ We \won't exhaust His grace.
Our brother John Bunlan found this out He ,'r,:e. A' man there was
and the. called himr mad. The more he gate. the more lie had'"


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TWO BLUES, ONE PINK
SPete and Tonya Grice. Bos\l ing
n Green. an eight pound eleven ounce
son. Dallas La\d\n. born June S.
20(05. Women's Regenc, Medical
Center. \Winter Hasen Mrs Grice
is the former Tonya MNo\e
Nlaterna.l grandparent, are Delbert
;and Dnroth MNo\e of Bowline
Green Maternal greut-grandpar-
16p enit. are Leo and Gwen Gajkins ift
Wauchula. Paternal grandparents
are Dale and Janet Bec'hmin of
Wauchula. Paternal grea.t-rjrindpjr-
ents'aree M.. zi Grice of Wauchula-
and the late Pete Grice. Mar\ Alice
ThomIas of Auburn, Ala and the
S late Edw\ard Eugene Thomas,
Vernon and. Zella Warren of
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'^Beckham of Zolfo Springs.:


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and great- family missing
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Ta lor Zolfo Springs. a nine pound
four ounce son. Jonathan Thomas
Bartle-. born June S. 2005. Florida
Hospital Heartland. Sebring.
Maternal grandmother is Donna
King.- Paternal grandfather ,is
Ronnie Bartle5.
Eddie Delane, and Heather
Michelle Willis, Zolfo Springs, a
five pound thirteen ounce daughter,
iRayllynn Joy, born June. 7 2005,
Florida Hospital Heartland.
Sebring. Maternal grandparents are
Ronald and Anita Bro%\ n and \ icki
Bro, n Paternal- grandfather -is-
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I Walter James Stark and Deborah
Kay Morgan, both. of Ona, have
announced their engagement and
approaching marriage.
Parents of the prospective groom
are James and Jenise Stark of
Arcadia, and parents of the bride-
elect are the late Russell and Inez
Johnson of Wauchula.
She is employed at LuLu's Tiny
Tot's Davcare/Preschool in Arcadia,




Hash Grandson

Receives Medical
Degree
William Mark Felt III received a
medical degree from the University
of Florida Medical School in
Gainesville on May 21.
His residency, specializing in
emergency medicine, will be at the
Orlando Regional Medical Center.
A 1995 graduate of Marjory
Stoneman Douglas High School, he
iecei\ed an undergraduate degree in
biomedical engineering from the
University of Florida.
He is the son of William M. arid
Wanda H. Felt of Coral Springs and
the grandson of Fred and Ilene Hash


and the prospective groom is
employed by Coastal ,Electrical
Maintenance Construction.
The couple will be married
Saturday, June 18, at four o'clock in
the afternoon at the National Guard'
Armory in Arcadia. Music will
begin at three-thirty o'clock.
Friends and family members are
invited to the wedding and recep-
tion which will follow.


of Wauchula and William Mark Felt
Sr., who resides in Santa Rosa,
Calif.


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Stenstrom Road Closing Tuesday


PHOTO BY JIM KELLY
Lisa Stoner spoke to the Rotary Club of Hardee County on Wednesday, June 8, at the Panda
Restaurant in Wauchula. She and husband Kurt own Peace River Refuge and Ranch on Steve
Roberts Special east of Zolfo Springs. There are 90 acres and about 150 animals, including big
cats such as tigers and panthers, wolves, fruit bats, bears, primates and other exotic animals.
Tours canibe arranged for groups of 10 or more at $10 a person. The refuge/ranch is a private,
:non-profit exotic animal sanctuary. The mission is to provide lifetime care for abused, neglected,
confiscated or unwanted exotic animals to prevent them from being destroyed. About 350 pounds
of food a day is required for the animals, including fresh meat, produce and dry food. Donations
are tax-deductible. The ranch sustained about $200,000 in hurricane damage that was not cov-
ered by insurance. For more information, call 735-0804. Pictured (from left) are Vanessa
Hernandez, the Stoner, and Jama Abbott.


Summer HoopS


Boys Busy


1By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
The Hardee basketball boys are
.spending the summer in improving
'their skills.
V' Varsity head coach Vance Dickey
has seen his squad pick up three.
'wins to two losses in the start of
plaN in a summer league in Polk
SCount
SThey have a lot of other experi-
ences, too, as they have helped with
'a camp for elementary and junior,
high students and will work \%th.
the coaches on an upclominy three-
on-three tournament
The iournjrari [ slied f,-r
SSaturda\. Jul', 9 at the hieh school
!gv:m beginning ait a.m.. is open to
rmen and bo)s 15 and up. Cios.t is
.'$S0 per team. Call Dickey at 781-
'0593 for more information or to
center.
' ; meanwhile. as-isted b\ Barry
iWhite,Tra' is Bon and Rod Smith.
-the Hardee bo\. keep plunging
against all comers. They had a pair
.of games this k'eek. londa\
against Nesorme and Wednesday,.
,against Lakeland Kathleen. both
.games at George Jenkinm g Nm.
' '. Net week, THardee plaNs a pair
Iof games at Lake Regiont High, on ,


June 20 against Monteverde
Academy and Wednesday against
Winter Haven. The final game is
June 27 at Jenkins against Plant
City.
SHardee has already had an inter-
esting time. The Cats beat Jenkins
by one point -in overtime, 'and
downed both Haines City and
Mulberry by about 15 points. They
lost to Lake Wales and Bartow.
Five varsity players will attend,
hoop camps this summer. Chris
Rich, Jermaine King, Reggie
Grizzard and Mark St. Fort are just
back frm a position camp at
Stern ,n l_ ni .er it, June 12- lI, and
\'e.'ori Psinier \\ll attend camp
later this summer


Players in\olked in the summer
le.igue re Robbie Jones, Lino Jena,
Olrnel Virgile, Arnold Louis, Terry
Redden, Jimmy Cimeus, Tyrone
Pace. Rich; Palmer, King, Grizzard
and St. Fort. :
Several JV players are giine this
\eek to camp at Florida Southerh
College in Lakeland Those making
the trip are Josh Jackson, Postene
Louisjeune. LaDarius Pace, Emilio
Juarez, Tyrone Pace, Louis and
Cimeus.


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By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
A long-delayed sewer rehabilita-
tion project will close Stenstrom
Road.
The road will close to all but
local traffic beginning Tuesday.
The project will take at least two
weeks to complete, reopening the
road in early July. However, it will
close again later in July for another
week or two.
Ray McClellan, Wauchula super-
intendent of public works,
explained the road closing to the
City Commission Monday evening.
"This was scheduled before the
hurricanes. You had already
approved the work. Killebrew Co.
is just at the point that it can get
back to it."
The commission also discussed
the effects of closing one block of
the new U. S. 17 North,'from Bay
to Orange streets. Northbound traf-
fic had been limited to just one
lane, but the eroding culvert is now
under all of the highway and possi-
bly as far as the former Fifth
Avenue (now called Burris
Avenue), which is also closed.
Heavy rains also caused a mud-
slide Sunday alongside U. S. 17
Southbound where dirt had been
accumulated for construction of the
Advance Auto Parts next to
Badcock's.
In other public works news,
McClellan reported a water line
break Sunday outside Knollwood
near the old Charles Nicholson
home. "We made the Channel 8
news. It must have been a slow
night," he joked, noting the city had
three inches of rain in 45 minutes
Sunday afternoon.
McClellan said rain took out an
adjacent county line, and then the
water main on the city's easement.
"It put customers all the way to the
high school out of water," said
McClellan. Residents in the entire
area served by the line were given
notices to boil water until further
notice.
McClellan said Tuesday that
.Monday's water sample came back
fine. Another was taken Tuesday
morning. There's a 24-hour turn-
.around on the results. "If it's clear,
we can lift the 'boil water' order
Wednesday," he said.
Councilman John Batter
announced his resignation at the
end of the meeting.
"As of June 27-28, I will no


longer meet residency require-
ments, so I tender my resignation
this evening," said Baxter. A com-
pany promotion has required his
move to Hillsborough County.
Each of the commissioners, City
Clerk Rick Giroux and Finance
Director James Braddock thanked
Baxter for his commitment to the
city over the several terms he has
served.
Attorney Cliff Ables reviewed
the process to fill the District 7 At-
Large seat Baxter has held. A notice
will be posted in the newspaper for
applicants who wish to fill the seat
until fhe next General Election in
the fall of 2006. Then, someone
will be elected to serve the balance
of Baxter's term, until the fall of
2008. Any applicant must have
been a resident of the city for at
least a year.
In other action, the commission:
-denied two requests for prop-
erty rezones. In both instances, res-
idents had proceeded with planned
work without prior permits or
rezones, which were not appropri-
ate for their neighborhoods. In one
case, the resident had been cited for
code enforcement violations which
had not been corrected.
This led to a discussion of code
enforcement issues and the length
of time it took for enforcement, i.e.,
notice to resident, time to correct it,
re-notice, etc. "It takes 10 steps. If
we don't get the notice just right on
step five, we have to start over,"
explained Police Chief Bill Beattie,
who has an officer assigned just to
code enforcement.
After lengthy discussion of the
various possibilities, such as a fuill-
time city inspector and changes to
the Land Development Regulations
(LDRs), it was decided that a work-
shop was needed.
"It's complaint-driven now. We
need to be more pro-active, rather
than reactive," said Commissioner
Amy McClellan.
"I agree. We're in a growth
mode. People only want to come
here, if they see that codes are
being enforced," said
Commissioner Ken Lambert.
"It's one of the Jerry (Conerly)
legacies," said Ables. Conerly, the
former city administrator, had
worked with Ables on proposing
"voluminous" changes to the
LDRs. Ables and Giroux are to
bring their recommendations to the
workshop when it is scheduled.
-designated Commissioner


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Troy Brant, Commissioner
Clarence Bolin and City Clerk
Crissy Abbott to attend the annual
Florida League of Cities confer-
ence Aug. 18-20. Brant will be the
voting delegate.
-discussed the merger of'the
fire and police pension boards into
the city general pension fund board.
First reading of an ordinance to ter-
minate the fire/police pension
boards will be in July and final
reading at the August meeting.
-tabled discussion of a pro-
posed resolution accepting a high-
way lighting and maintenance
agreement with the state
Department of Transportation. The
agreement calls for reimbursement
of 47 state highway lights. With the
additional ones on U. S. 17 north-
bound Lanes, there are 131 lights to
be maintained. Giroux was direct-
ed to seek an amendment to the
agreement.
-approved an annexation agree-
ment with Wauchula Land Group
LLC to provide utilities to its
development off Heard Bridge
Road outside the city limits with
the agreement to annex as soon as it
becomes contiguous. The group
will pay for extension of services to
its site.
-approved a resolution accept-
ing a $37,511 emergency prepared-
ness grant from the state Depart-
ment of Community Affairs. It has
a $1,000 money match and $10,000
in-kind services match and will be
used for installation of a lift station
and two portable diesel pumps to
maintain wastewater services in an
emergency. Wauchula and Sebring
were the only area communities to
get these funds.
-approved a change order for
the wastewater treatment plant
rehabilitation.
-heard an update on city pro-
jects by Giroux. Of note is work to
start soon on the Oak Street Park,
design changes on the old
Wauchula Depot and demolition
and changes to the Garden Center
and the Iddings building.
Giroux said the city is looking to
increase its expansion plan for the
wastewater plant from the current
one million gallons a day to three
million gallons daily. "Our commu-
nity is dead in the water, no pun
intended, if we don't expand our
capacity," he said.
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UF Researcher

'Jaws' Movie Unduly Scared

Public With Shark Stereotypes


The slogan "Don't go in the
water" from the movie "Jaws"
should apply not to humans but
rather to sharks that have been dec-
imated since the thriller came out
30 years ago this month, says a
University of Florida researcher.
The movie's inaccurate portrayal
of a great white shark as a vengeful
predator bent on massacring swim-
mers and boaters ironically helped
set into motion the determined
slaughter of sharks themselves,
said. George Burgess, director of
the International Shark Attack File,
which is housed at the Florida
Museum of Natural History on the
UF campus.
"Back in 1975 when the movie
came out, many of us who studied
sharks sort of gasped at some of the
inaccuracies and pooh-poohed it,"
he said. "But as the years have gone
by, my perception has softened,
partly out of a realization that it
was a victim of its time."
After "Jaws," dozens of shark
fishing tournaments began popping
up along the East Coast, part of a
growing shark-hunting trend that
dramatically reduced nearly all
shark species. over the next three
decades, Burgess said. Not only
was catching sharks cheaper than
reeling in billfish or tuna, but in
1975, recreational fishing was still
largely a male phenomenon, and
the prospect of conquering the
giant marine animal excited numer-
ous fishermen, he said.
"Shark fishing became a popular
blue-collar recreational fishing
activity for testosterone-bolstered
males who wanted to have their
pictures taken \ nth their feel on the
Heads of 'man eaters' and to ha\e
jaws on their mantles," he said.
"Jaws" greatly pushed the recre-
ational fishing sector into a mindset
of fishing for sharks. The later-
developing commercial shark fish-
ery further impacted the sharks."
In the waters off the U.S. eastern
seaboard, many species of sharks
have dropped by 50 percent anid
some have fallen by as much as 90
percent, he said.
But as shark populations began


to decline precipitously, scientists
became aware of the need to learn
more about sharks. That resulted in
increased funding for shark
research over the past 15 years and
improved understanding of shark
biology, he said.
"Jaws" was based loosely on a
deadly rampage by a rogue white
shark on swimmers along the New
Jersey shoreline and in a nearby
creek during the summer of 1916,
Burgess said.
One of the movie's most blatant
errors was attributing one attack to
a shark of the genus Squalus, which
in reality is a spiny dogfish shark
with tiny teeth that grows no bigger
than 3 feet long and almost never
attacks a human, Burgess said.
"We have one attack in the
International Shark Attack File
where somebody was washing his
hands over the side of a boat and a
shark came up and probably
thought it was a piece of filet going
overboard and nipped a guy's fin-
ger," he said. "This is the generic
equivalent of your pussycat being
accused of consuming a human
being after nipping a finger."
Burgess said when he played this
"Jaws" segment to a group of shark
scientists in Pennsylvania several
years ago during a presentation on
how sharks are portrayed in the
media, "everyone got a big kick out
of it and it brought the house
down."
Another humorous episode in the
movie involved the marine biolo-
gist played by Richard Dreyfuss
single-handedly performing an
autopsy on one of the shark vic-
tims, Burgess said "It's very inter-
esting that a marine biologist would
be doing an autopsy at all," he said.
"As a guy who studied shark
attacks, I'm frequently involved in
autopsies, but I don't perform any. I
only consult with the medical pro-.
fessionals."
But the movie's major mistake is
to portray sharks as vengeful crea-
tures that can remember a particu-
lar human being and go after it, he
said.
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and grandson 7Tyrone and
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lades as an exciting piece of cine-
ma. Burgess said, most of the
sequels lack the original movie's
artistic content while still reinforc-
ing unflattering stereotypes about
sharks. In one recent televised
movie, a monstrous school of
sharks attacked spring breakers off
a mountainous beach that was sup-
posed to be Florida, he said.
While some of the educational
programming, such as National
Geographic and the BBC, represent
sharks realistically, "in the end, it
still seems that certain producers
and certain channels feel obliged to
pull out the scare card when it
comes to sharks," he said.
Humans have always held sharks
in special awe, as they have lions,
tigers, elephants and other fero-
cious animals, Burgess said. "The
difference is that a high-powered
rifle in the hand of a human being
equalizes all land critters, even
charging elephants, while humans
are no match for sharks in the sea,"
he said. "the, irony is if humans sit
in a boat and put a hook in the
water, sharks, which as efficient
predators are quick to grab the bait,
are highly vulnerable."





School


Calendar


Approved

By KIMBERLY PATARINI
For The Herald-Advocate
Students, be ready to grab your
backpack's and books, because
summer vacation -will be over
before you know it!
The first day of school for stu-
dents will be Wednesday, Aug. 10.
However, the teachers will be pre-
ceding them, and will start
Tuesday, Aug. 2.
All will keep to the grind until
Monday, Sept. 5, when they will
have a day off because of Labor
Day.
On Monday, Oct. 10, students
will not have 'to attend school
because of an inservice day, giving
them a three-day weekend. Then,
on Friday, Oct. 14, students will be
released early. Students will also be
released early on Friday, Oct. 21,
because of Homecoming.
. ,Ip hnor .f Vetefan's Day, there
*'will be no school'on Friday, No\.
11. The Thanksgiving holidays will
begin on Wednesday, Nov. 23, and'
\ ill last through Friday, Nov. 25.
On Wednesday, Dec. 21, students
\ill be released early and will
begin their Winter Holiday, which-
will last until Jan. 9. On Friday, Jan.
6, however, their teachers will have
a \%ork day.
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther
King Jr.'s birthday, students will be
out of school on Monday, Jan. 16.
Students will have another early-
release day on Monday, March 13.
Spring Break will begin on
Monday March 27. and will last
through Frida), March 31.
There will be a four-day weekend
in April, beginning on Friday, April
14, and 'lasting, through Monday,
April 17.
There will be an early-release for
students on Wednesdaiy, May 24,
which. is the last day of school.
However,, teachers will have to
work Thursday, May ,25, and
Friday, May 26, before taking off.
for the summer.


Letter to Editor

State Should Not Pay

For Reclamation Research


Dear Editor:
I must admit when I see news
like "UF/IFAS Asked to Do
Research for Productive Uso -.,r
Mined Land," (The Herald-
Advocate, May 19, 2005)1 think
certain iniflential people in this
county have an extraordinary sense
of priorities.
My question is: Why are county
leaders now prevailing on state
institutions, funded by Florida tax-
payers, to try to make reclaimed
phosphate mines viable to us again
as agricultural lands? The state has
already funded a $160 million
phosphate clean-up at Piney Point,
exhausting financial resources allo-
cated toward the reclamation of
pre-1975 mines (when the industry
was under no obligation to reclaim
anything). The burden is on the
industry itself, not public funding,
to do the necessary research to
return mined lands to productivity.
Mosaic is required by law to
reclaim mined land to usable stan-
dards, to restore the natural system
"type for type, function for func-
tion." Before it was strip-mined the
land was viable for agriculture and
ranching; before the trees and veg-
etation were bull-dozed, the wild-
life displaced; before the natural
soil was dug out and redistributed;
before the clay and sand wer4 sepa-
rated, and the phosphate/ rock
removed. The phosphate iFidustry
took what they wanted, processed it
into chemical fertilizer and made
their profits.
The IFAS states as their objective
"to provide knowledge in agricul-
ture, natural resources, and life sci-
ences." I say reclaimed phosphate
land has little to do with "natural"
resources. Reclamation is, at best,
man's attempt to return natural
resources to what they were before
strip-mining took place, and
according to certain authorities in
the field the results are pretty poor.
I quote from an article written by
Kevin Erwin, certified senior ecol-
ogist, and consultant for the
Phosphate Research Institute, who
estimates it would cost upwards of
$25,000/acre to adequately reclaim
phosphate mines.


"The very poor conditions I
observed on most of IMC-Cargill's
reclamation projects means that
their methods and budgets for
reclamation, management and
monitoring are inadequate ... nei-
ther their budgets nor methods are
working and haven't for years ...
If the mining process does not pro-
vide the basic ingredients required
for successful restoration, then suc-
cess is not possible. Without soil,
habitat restoration is destined to
fail. The natural relationship
between the soil and water table
elevations does not exist in IMC-
Cargill's reclamation sites. IMC-
Cargill needs to strip, segregate,
relocate, and protect/stockpile the
native soils,and properly relocate
and contour these soils after min-
ing. This will cost substantially
more than they've budgeted, but
the results will be substantially bet-
ter."
The article goes on to address
planting, supplemental planting,
and. replanting to achieve proper
vegetation. It mentions that


reclaimed lands, as well as adja-
cent, preserved lands are overrun
with cogon grass. It cites a laxity in
reporting on "groundwater hydrol-
ogy, surface water hydrology, water
quality, soils, aquatic fauna,
wildlife, and ecosystem diversity."
Finally Erwin concludes: "In my
opinion, the plan to reclaim Ona is
inadequate and doesn't even

include clay ..:,iing areas or stream
restoration."
As we know, according to the
recommended order of the Ona-
Fort Green challenge, the hearing
officer, while approving the mine
application, placed a higher burden
of responsibility on Mosaic to ade-
quately reclaim the land. It seems
to me that if the industry were to
assume full responsibility for the
destruction they wreak on the envi-
ronment in their quest for phos-
phate ore, then there would be no
reason for leaders of this county to
call upon state institutions to seek
solutions to the problem.
If the industry cannot fulfill its
legal obligations to the people of
Florida then perhaps they should
take their operations elsewhere.

Dennis Mader
Hardee Citizens
Against Pollution
Lily


On The Agenda

HARDEE COUNTY COMMISSION
The Hardee County Commission will hold its regular session today
(Thursday) beginning at 8:45 a.m. in Room 102, Courthouse Annex I,
412 W. Orange St., Wauchula. The following is a synopsis' of agenda
topics that may be of public interest. Times are approximate except for
advertised public hearings.
-Hardee County Economic Development District (severance tax)
Board, 8:35 a.m.-prior to start of regular meeting.
-'Primary Care for Children, Families Challenge and Closing the Gap
health grants, MarshaRau, 8:45 a.m.
-Award bid for stream restoration for 15 sites in the county, J. R.
Prestridge, 9 a.m.
-Minor subdivision plats for Conner's Ranch Estates, A&L Land
Subdivision and Sunshine Acres-consent agenda.
-Ribbon-cutting for Health Department fitness trail, 11 a.m.
This agenda is provided as a public service of The Herald-Advocate
and the Hardee County Commission for those who may wish to plan to
attend.
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'Pages From T*]hel PastLI


~~ Supt. T.E. Blackburn Talked To Lions Club
~~ T-Sgt. Thomas Sasser Is Enjoying Furlough
~~ Ensign Finley F. Hanna Graduated On June 6th
~~ Purina Screw Worm Control Remedies
~~ Bond Sales Drop To Pre-War Time Level
~~ National War Fund Work To Get Under Way Soon


COURTESY PHOTO
Summer reading is in full swing at Zolfo Elementary School. The ZSE Media Center is open two
days a week to the summer school students and neighborhood kids who want to take a break
with a book, magazine, or a learning educational computer or board game. Community students
may check out books and take Accelerated Reader tests in addition to other activities in the
media center. Students who were in K-4th grade last school year-are welcome. The media center
is open on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 9:00 a.m.-noon. The open dates are from June 7th-
July 20th. The only closure is Wednesday, June 29th. In the photos are students checking out
books and enjoying learning games.


FISH STORY


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COURTESY PHOTO
Matt George (right) watches as his fish weighs out at 1.24 pounds during the first Florida Bass
Federation Junior State Championship held on the south Winter Haven Chain of Lakes. Ninety
'Junior Bassmasters competed on Lake Shipp on Sunday, with Matt one of seven members of
SLakeland Junior Hawg Hunters, of which the Bowling Green 14-year-old is president. Four mem-
bers of this, club placed in the top 15. Tournaments are held each month for the 11- to 18-year
olds. You do not need to have a boat to participate. For more information, call Matt at 375-2590.


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(863) 781-1851


Robert Jones
Brian Pohl


(863) 781-1423
(863) 773-6563


We are a member of the Wauchuli Board of Realtors and I
SMultiple Listing Service, and can service other Realtors' listings.
6:16c


Spring is come home with her world-wandering feet. And all the
things are made young with young desires.

HELP WANTED
JOB OPENING

The Hardee County Sheriff's Office is taking applications
for a full time Communications Officer. You must be at
least 19 years of age. have a high school diploma or equiv-
alent, never been convicted of a felony or a misdemeanor,
be willing to be fingerprinted, pass a drug test and'work
shifts. Applications may be obtained and returned at the
Sheriff's Office, 900 E. Summit St., Wauchula, FL. If other
arrangements are necessary, call 863-773-0304 ext. 211.
EOE cl6:16,23c


CARDIO PULMONARY DIRECTOR An experienced
and effective director is needed to manage our Cardio-
pulmonary Department. ,The successful candidate will be
a strong role model who can demonstrate clinical compe-
tency and superb customer service. An RRT is required.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a qualified profes-
sional. We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive
benefits package, including 403(b).

DeSoto Memorial Hospital is a 49-bed JCAHO accredited
hospital located in Arcadia, FL., close to sunny beaches and
popular attractions for which Florida is known world-
wide.





Human Resources
Desoto Memorial Hospital
900 N. Robert Ave.
Arcadia, FL 34266
OR
www.dmh.org and look under Careers
OR
Fax Resume to: 863-494-8400
E-mail: hr@dmh.org
Phone Number: 863-494-8405
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CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
OUR NEW STARTING RATE PAY IS $9.00 PER HOUR

Florida Institute for Neurological Rehabilitation, Inc., is
currently accepting applications for the following positions:
R.S.A.'s Weekend shift or part-time. HS Diploma or
"G.E.D. $9.00 per hour starting rate."'
C.N.A.'S 2nd, 3d and Weekend shifts available. Current
Florida Licensure & HS Diploma or GED required, expe-
rience preferred. C.N.A.'s start at $9.50.
RN B Shift-Full time. Current Florida License BS or
AS required. $28 32 per hour.
THERAPISTS PT, OT & SLP part-time positions, Sat.
& Sun., 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. @ Florida Institute for
Neurologic Rehabilitation. Inc., located in Wauchula, FL.
Competitive salary. Current FL Licensure is required.
Submit resume to annettedhr(@finr.net or fax to
(863) 773-2041.
*SWITCH BOARD Operator Responsibilities: Answer
and direct incoming/outgoing calls. Must answer clearly,
consistently, timely and with courtesy. Enforce all tele-
phone protocols. Qualifications: One year switchboard
and clerical experience preferred. Hours are 3-10 PM
SATURDAYS AND SUNDAYS. High school diploma or
GED arid must be 18 years old.

FINR offers an excellent benefit package, is an EOE and
a Drug Free Workplace. If you are interested in joining a
fast growing company, please stop by 1962 Vandolah
Rd., Wauchula, FL to fill out an application,' fax
resume to 863-773-2041 or e-mail to hrinfo@finr.net.
cl5:26-6:16c


CAROL'S REALTY
1534 YANCY STREET
,,.,.-r PORT CHARLOTTE, FL.

33952


****** FORT MEADE ******
15 SAND MOUNTAIN ROAD


4 BEDROOMS

2300 SQ FEET


2.5 BATHROOMS
BUILT IN 1984


CENTRAL HEAT & AIR


CONCRETE BLOCK AND FRAME


2 STORY


107 BY 144 LAND

ASKING $94,000

Make Offer


JAMES COLLI
OEFICE 1-941-627-276
CELL 1-941-628-78.
CELL 1-863-412-89.
FAX 1-941-627-17.


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The


Classifieds


MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN/porter
needed for large tax credit property in
Wauchula, Bowling Green. Experience
needed. Competitive salary, benefits
& housing may be incl. Fax resume to
863-773-6679. 6:16c
POSITIONS AVAILABLE IMMEDIATE-
LY: Cashier, stock, and daily cleaning
persons. Full or part-time, Duette
County Store. Intersection of SR62 &
CR39, Manatee County. Call Lenora at
(941) 776-1097. 6:9-16c
TWO half day preschool teachers.
773-4701. 6:9-16p
COUNTRY CLUB Liquor Store. 40
hours per week. Must be 21. Starting
salary $7/hour. Call Sheila between 10
a.m.-5 p.m. 375-9988. 6:16c


WOODS CITRUS TREE REMOVAL
help wanted no high school diploma
needed must be 18, must have own
transportation. 863-735-1819 or 863-
781-0554. 5:26-6:23p
CAREGIVERS, HHAs, CNAs needed.
Please call Beth at 285-8506 or 698-
6383. 5:19-6:16p
PEOPLE to work in our warehouse,
plant, and CDL drivers. Jobs have
great benefits package. Hours
Monday-Friday. Drivers home every
night. We are a drug-free workplace.
Apply in person at Florida Fertilizer.
5:5tfc
ALL AROUND CARPENTER with reli-
able transportation & tools, For infor-
mation please call Staton Inc. @ 863-
375-3113 or 863-781-4460 12:23tfc


CAROL'S REALTY
S1534 YANCY STREET.
S^' K)PORT CHARLOTTE, FL.
33952
****** ZOLFO SPRINGS ******
5168 DEER RUN DR


4 BEDROOMS
SCREENED LANAI


3 BATHROOMS
HOT TUB


UTILITY ROOM AND STORAGE


CENTRAL HEAT & AIR


BUILT IN 1993


6 CAR GARAGE (CONCRETE BLOCK)
FENCED YARD DOUBLE WIDE MODULAR
1936 SQ FT ON 5.8 ACRES-

SASKING $175,900.00


JAMES COLLIE
OFFICE 1-941-627-2769
CELL 1-941-628-"835
CELL 1-863-412-8932
FAX .1-941-627-1741

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LIC. ASSOCIATE


EQUAL HOUSWG
OPPORTUNITY


P/T CUSTODIAL work position. Local
church is looking to hire a custodian
to work two days per week (16 hours)
cleaning their facility. Experience pre-
ferred. Pay based upon experience.
Please call the church office at 773-
9243 for more information and to set
up an interview. 6:9tfc
BOOKKEEPER/Office Manager for
busy manufacturer in Sebring. Fax
resume to (239) 566-3994. 6:2-30p
RIGGERS OR LAMINATORS.for boat
manufacturer. Experienced. Sebring
area. Call (863) 385-3501. 6:2-30p
GARDENER/LABORER, regular pt
work $7.50, Limestone/Lily area. Call
Dennis (863) 494-4687. 5:26-6:23p
LPN -F/T for 11 pm to 7 am shift.
Needed for a 79 bed SNF. If you like-
geratrics come join the Hardee Manor
Healthcare Team. Apply in person or
by fax. Sign on bonus. Hardee Manor
Healthcare Center, 401 Orange Place,
Wauchula, FL 33873. Fax: 773-0959.
6:16c
CARL'S RECYCLING needs a scale-
man/laborer. Fluent bilingual a must.
Dependable, own transportation. 40-
44 hours per week. Come by 249
Airport Rd., Wauchula 767-0400.
6:16p


BILINGUAL SECRETARY needed.
Apply in person at Hardee Car Co.
6:16c
THOUSAND TRAILS is taking applica-
tions for various seasonal/part-time
positions for the winter season at our
Peace River Preserve. Stop by the
Ranger Station & pick up an applica-
tion. No phone calls please! Located
South of Wauchula on HWY 17.
Thousand Trails is an Equal Oppor-
tunity Employer. 6:9-16p

Mosaic Wingate
NOW HIRING
Phosphate Laborers
for
Myakka City location.
Apply at Rita Staffing.
3+ openings.
Temp-Hire,
$12.95/hr to start.
Clean background &
drug screen.
Apply only at:
Rita Staffing...646-5021
5150 S. Florida Ave.,
Lkld.


NOW HIRING LABORERS and experi-
enced operators w/transportation.
Freedom Pipeline Corp., 610A N. 6th
Ave., Wauchula. No phone calls.
Apply in person between 7-8 a.m. & 4-
5 p.m. Monday thru Thursday.
DFWP/EO,. 6:16-23p
$1,000 SIGNING BONUS; BULK truck
drivers and service personnel. Coker
Fuel, Inc., 231 W. Main St., Wauchula
2:24tfc


B or C TECHNICIAN NEEDED for
growing service dept. in family-orient-
ed dealership. Excellent benefits, 5-
day work week. Must have your own
tools. Certification a plus, but not nec-
essary. Call Monroe at Crown Ford,
Wauchula. (863)773-4113 1:13tfc


TOTALLY REMODELED classic 1928,
3 BR, 1 Bath home. All new kitchen
and bath, new air/heat, plumbing, win-
dows, electric water heater, carpets
and finished natural wood floors.
Large corner lot. (850) 529-1939 for
appointment. Serious Buyers Only.
6:16p


dzalea apartments
Now accepting applications!

S2, 3, & 4 Bedroom tpts.
Handicap units available *
SRental rates beginning at $443 *
(plus electric cable and phone)
Rental assistance available for qualified applicants *

860 Pleasant Way Bowling Green, FL

(863) 375-4138
Monday friday 9 a.m. 5p.m.
Equal Housing Opportunity c6:16-7.21c


THE NUMBER TO KNOW


HOSPICE
OPPORTUNITIES
Satisfying Challenges,
Countless Rewards,
Good Shepard Hospice
Providing compassionate
care giving to our patients
and their families and provid-
ing our staff with satisfying
and rewarding careers in a
welcoming, friendly enviro-
ment. The following positions
are available in Highlands and
Hardee Counties :
RN, Case Manager
Full-Time, M-F (8a-5p)
Responsible for visiting
patient/families in a home
setting, conducting assess-
ments and providing end of
life clinical care.
RNs
Part-Time, weekends
Flexible scheduling available,
day or evening shifts!
LPNs
Per Diem, 4p-12a
LPNs needed for 8-hour con-
tinuous care shifts at the bed-
side providing one on one
care to patient and families in
nursing home, home, and/or
ALF setting. Flexible schedul-
ing available!
Interested candidates should
send resume to: Human
Resources, fax (863) 687-
6977 or call (863) 682-0027.
EOE, DWFP
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(863) 781-0412
net 158*17*9761


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Lal Clpig & TNee IRemoval, lic


* Land Clearing
* Excavation
* Site Prep
* Tree & Debris Removal
* Citrus Tree Removal
* Demolition
* Front End Loader
* Experienced Operator
* Competitive Rates
* Personal Service
* House Pads


PoWered by


Mobile
(863) 781-0158 (24/7)
Office
(883) 773-2500
Message
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REALTY INC. T


402 South 6th Avenue
Wauchula, FL 33873 Bus. (863) 773-0007
DORIS S. LAMBERT, G.R.I., Broker Fax: (863) 773-0038 Dork Lamnbe
KENNETH A. LAMBERT, Broker E-mail:lambertdl@earthlink.net
BUYERS AVAILABLE! WE NEED YOUR LISTINGS -CONTACT UIS TODAY!


Excellent Opportunity to purchase this 38 acre tract of
improved pasture that is fenced, small pond, shell road
frontage: located at the Hardee/Manatee Line. Contact
us toda>!
SULNIER'S HERE! Enjoy this losel) in ground pool
along with this 3B/1.5Bth. CB home, new roof. new tiled
floors, new double paned windows, nice workshop. con-
seniently located. $165.000
2B/1.5Bth Mobile home on secluded 17 acres: plenty of
wildlife including, turkey, deer, and hogs. $175,000
HIGHWAY 17 SOLTH COMMERCIAL BUILDING
presently used for two separate businesses: 2810 square
feet: face brick, new roof; pased parking. Call for
details! $275,000.


SEE THIS PARK MODEL DAY .M/H on nicely land-
scaped corner lot; 2B/2Bth, 1656 square feet, some fur-
niture included in sale. $85.000.
HUNTER'S PARADISE! See this 40 acre tract with
plenty of wildlife: small creek: property can he divid-
ed. $420,000
20 Acres of bearing grove: 10 acres of \alencias. 10
acres of Hamlins: Two (2) 6" wells: good development
property, road frontage on 2 sides: southwestern
Hardee County. $300,000.
Nestled in Lovel) Oak Hammock, this 3B/2Bih home
with 2500 square feet of living, is perfcctll situated on
this 155 acre tract that is fenced, has 4" well. 3 acres
with overhead irrigation. Call for details.


SERVICE YOU CAN COUNT ON
ASSOCIATE: DELOIS JOHNSON...............773-9743
ASSOCIATE: MNICHAEL ADAIS ...............781-2413
ASSOCIATE: NIIKEY COLDING .................781-1698
ASSOCIATE: DAVID McCLINTOCK..........781-1226


REALTOR


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AM-SOUTH REALTY

ViAKING; REAL ESTATE REAI, EASy."
An Independently Owned and Operated Member o Coldwel Banker Re Estate orpoation


702 SOUTH 6TH AVENUE
WAUCHULA, FL 33873


(863) 773-2122
FAX (863) 773-2173
AFTER HOURS CALL:
Gary Delatorre, Broker 863-832-0508
Jerry Carlton, Associate 375-2887
Richard Dasher, Associate 773-0575
Elva Whidden, Associate 773-5797
Dane Hendry, Associate 381-2769


Dane Hendry


Office hours 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM


BEAUTIFUL SHADED LOT on North Ohio Avenue with
12x60 mobile home in very good condition. Only
$49,900
LARGE LOT corner of Main and Hwy 17 in Bowling
Green. $200,000

HIGHWAY 17 FRONTAGE in Bowling Green. 80 x 118 lot.
-$25,000.
HIGHWAY 66 FRONTAGE. Zolfo Springs lot. $40,000


CHARMING TWO BEDROOM, 1 BATH concrete block
home in quiet neighborhood. Remodeled and ready for
new family. $89,900.
SECLUDED 24 ACRES, cabbage palms, oaks and other
natural Florida flora and fauna. Perfect for weekend
camping. $6,500 per acre.

A GREAT LOCATION for this 1994 MH on 10 Acres of
land just inside Manatee County. Beautiful oak forest,
new well and serene surroundings. $249,900


/ Member of the Wauchula Board of Realtors and the Multiple Listing Service.
WE SELL HUD HOMES, CALL US FOR LISTINGS
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24-Hour Emergency Towing Lowest Possible Rates Fast, Reliable Service


* Hill's Auto World c5:19
U.S. Hwy. 17 Bowling Green


Don't get stuck

in your driveway!


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The


Classifieds


,3/RBR, 1/BA concrete block home on 2
lots. New roof, tile flooring, new cen-
tral air/heat, new appliances, fenced
.in backyard, nice neighborhood.
.Serious inquiries only. NO FINANC-
ING. $140Ki 212 Riverside Drive. Call
.(863) 224-0147 for Carla Smith.
6:16-7:21p



LOST: Black, white, tan female Cocker
OSpaniel has summer haircut, $100.
SReward. (863) 781-1163. 6:16p


LEFT OVER roofing supplies. Ridge
vents, plywood, coil nails, tar, etc.
OBO 773-0736 after 5 p.m. 6:16nc
SHARP digital laser copier, $250. 773-
4701. 6:9-16p
BOX OF Cow collection for $40. Call
735-1918. 6:9-7:7p
DRUM PEDAL, DW 5002, double bass
pedal, top of-the-line, paid $350, sell-
ing for $200. James, 375-4797 1:6tfc


12'x50' mobile home. Ready to be
moved, $1250 OBO, 773-6692. 6:16p


record
Wages.
license


Apply in person. Current DMV
required at time of application.
based on experience. Class D
required if hired.


Badcock&more
HOME FURNIT URE VL L
765 N. Hwy 17* Wauchula


We are a 120 unit apartment property, 48 units are
designated for people working in the Farm Industry. At
this time we have 2 and 3 bedroom vacancies for imme-
diate move-ins for qualified applicants that work in the
Farm industry, and we are taking applications for
upcoming vacancies for non-farmer worker units. To
qualify, yop must meet our resident qualification criteria.

We have dish%\ ashers,'sto0 es, washer/dry hook-ups,
and washer/dryer rentals (limited.quantities), carpeting,
ceramic tile floors, large closest, and the 2/3 bedroom
apartments offer 2 full bathrooms. We have a car-care
area, a large pla. ground, volleyball area, beautifully
landscaped grounds, gazebo with grills, ample parking,
and we are a gated community. For more information
regarding your new home, please contact-us at
Country Manor Apartments
(863) 773-6640 or fax us at (863) 773-6679.
Monday through Friday 10:00 to 6:00
Equal Housing Opportunity
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NE W & USED TIRES


Billy Ayers
Tire Technician


'#1 Tag
Team in
Town!


Come give
us aatry!.
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Donna Eures
Secretary


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2-Fast & Friendly Service-

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Thnkyo fS.r ou bsins!


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w. Fri. 8-61
at. 8126 863-773-0727

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116 REA Rd.
Wauchula
(across from Wal-Mart)

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Moil Homs


'892 BR, 1 B, single-wide, good condi-
tion. $5,000. 781-6681. 6:16c
20x40 with land, $20,000. 12x56 with
land, $10,000. 863-845-0431 call after
9 p.m. Both in Fort Meade. 6:16p
SKYLINE PARK MODELS for sale!
Models located at Little Charlie Creek
RV Park, 1850 Heard Bridge Road,
Wauchula, FL 33873. For more infor-
mation call (863) 781-9241, Wayne or
(863) 773-3161, Cindy. 6:2-8:25c


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ADOPT A PET! If you have lost a pet
or are looking for a new one, the City
of Wauchula invites you to come and
see if you can find the pet you're look-
ing for. The Wauchula Animal Control
is located at 685 Airport Road. Please
call 773-3265 or more information.
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LABOR

SOLUTIONS
Personnel Services
Taking Applications

for General labor, Packing House, School
Construction, & Clerical positions. Please come to
our office and apply. If applying for Clerical please
bring a resume, when applying bring two forms of
identification. Apply at address below.


116 West Orange St
Wauchula, FL 33873
Phone: 863-773-9225


424 US Hwy 17 N..it -
or Arcadia, FL 34266 i
Phone: 863- I'.l-1. .11'


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MID-FLORIDA

REALTY, WAUCHULAII=I :I r~


421 Grape St. BG 3/1, central H/A, CB $65,000.
15 Acres Rhynn Road currently in grove. Well & Irrigation system & drain
tile. $12,000 per acre.
1.06 acres, zoned C-2. Just east of new Northbound U.S. 17. Excellent
potential for warehouses or light manufacturing. Priced to sell. $50,000.
Beautiful wooded 5 acres, like new DW/MH, 3/2, Central H/A, 5138 Deer
Run Road. $120,000.
3 Rental houses in Ona. Current rental income $900 per month. $70,000.
50 acres more or less close to town. Frontage on 2 paved roads.. $9,500 per
acre.
170 College Lane, 2BR 1 Bth Central H/A. Large wooded lot $69,500.
2 parcels, 1-5 ac. Grove 2 wells, corner of Steve Robhefigd(; Gretnlear.
And 22 acres MOL Grove, deep well, corner of Barlow Rd. and S.R. 64E.
W/MH.


Brindle Boxer With Copper Collar For Arthritis,
Lost May 29th. In Arcadia. Hyper, But
Very Loving And Gentle.
NEEDS MEDICATION
PLEASE CALL 863-990-0407..
No Questions Asked.


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ATTENTION! State Statutes 828.29
requires that all cats and dogs sold in
Florida be at least 8 weeks old, have
an official health certificate, have nec-
essary shots and be free of parasites.
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CLOSING OUT! Must be sold!
Complete stock of plants, citrus trees,
miscellaneous 'supplies; Voogd
Growers. 9 am to dark. 773-4853.
6:9-7:7


3 BR, 1 1/2 BA mobile home, (863)
453-3400 daytime or (863) 399-3333.
I'I6:9-16p
2/BR MOBILE HOME, clean, quiet
family park, Wauchula. No pets. $350
month, plus $250 deposit. (863) 773-
3275 (863) 698-4908. 6:2-
30p
NEED SOMEONE to share house rent
and expenses, children and horses
welcome, 781-2493. 5:25-6:23p
3 BR, 1 1/2 BA, Wauchula, available
July 1st. First, Last and Security
required. 781-0982. 6:2-30p


Help ante


SOUTH FLORIDA
COMMUNITY COLLEGE


600 West College Drive
Avon Park, FL 33825
(863) 453-6661 Fax (863) 453-2437
www.sfcc.cc.fl.us
POSITION VACANCIES


BOOKSTORE MANAGER Full-time, year-round position to operate
College Bookstore and oversee Central Services functions.
Responsibilities include ordering books and supplies, keeping accurate
sales and Inventory records, and assisting students, staff members, and
the general public with selection of goods. A degree in business related
field is preferred. At least 3 years of management/supervisory experience
required. Excellent communication skills required. Preference will be
given to individuals with retail management experience. Position involves
moderately heavy manual work, including lifting and moving. Salary:
Competitive. Application Deadline: 5 p.m., Tuesday, June 21,2005.
LEAD MAINTENANCE HARDEE* Full-time, year round position
responsible for cleaning and maintaining the educational facilities at
South Florida Community College's Hardee Campus. General mainte-
nance and supervisory experience preferred. Must be a self-starter and
have a positive attitude. Position involves moderately heavy manual
work, including lifting and moving. Hourly pay rate $9.13 to $10.22.
Application deadline: 5 p.m., Friday June 17, 2005.
BOOKSTORE CLERK* Part-time, year-round position to assist
Bookstore Manager in the operation of the College Bookstore. At least
one year of full-time or equivalent part-time employment as a cashier is
required, preferably in a retail merchandising function. Experience in
other public contact positions, as well,, is preferred. Hourly pay rate:
$7.71 ($7.94 effective 7/1/05). Open until filled.
Full-time positions offer a comprehensive benefits package including
retirement, medical & life insurance, vacation, and sick leave.
*Veteran's preference may be claimed for this position.
Application forms are available in Human Resources, Building I (Avon
Park), at any SFCC campus/center or.on our web site.
SFCC IS AN EQUAL ACCESS/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY INSTITUTION
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Nursery positions available now.

Genera help and person experienced
in spraying or willing to learn at our
Zolfo Springs location.

SSupervisor position available at our
Ft. Meade location.

Applicant must have a
valid ID & Social Security.

SAll positions are full time.

Apply in person at
Sunshine Foliage World '
2060 Steve Roberts Special
o Zolfo Springs, FL


107 W. Main Street
Topsy See Wauchula, FL 33873
REAL ESTATE 773-5994


NEV LISTING 3/BR 2/Bth C.B. completely r e'odeledl New' rOof,,
appliances. $97,000. -. j"
NEW LISTING You must see this beautiful older home in Wuauchula.
4Br/2Bth. Frame with vinyl siding. Completely remodeled, New Metal
roof. Designed with Mother-In-Law Apt, Assisted living group home
or 2 apts. Call for app. $187,000..
Large acreage recreational property. Call for info.
Approx. 10 acres in Golfview. For $75,000
We Have Buyers! We Need Listings!
We lhae several buyers interested in \our house e\en if it needs repairing.
,. Call us wiilh %our info.

Topsv See, broker lanente See, associate ,
Check out more listings at Or email us at:
www.ourhomesite.comlwauchularealtors theseegroup@earthlink.net











421 Grape St. BG 3/1, central H/A CB $65,000.
15 Acres Rhynn Road currently in grove. Well & Irrigation system & drain
tile. $12,000 per acre.
1.06 acres, zoned C-2. Just east of new Northbound U.S. 17. Excellent
potential for warehouses or light manufacturing. Priced to sell. $50,000.
Beautiful wooded 5 acres, like new DW/MH, 3/2, Central H/A, 5138 Deer
Run Road. $120,000.
3 Rental houses in Ona. Current rental income $900 per month. $70,000.
50 acres more or less close to town. Frontage on 2 paved roads. $9,500 per
acre.
170 College Lane, 2BR 1 Bth Central H/A. Large wooded lot $69,500.
2 parcels, 1-5 ac. Grove 2 wells, corner of Steve Roberts and Greenleaf.
And 22 acres MOL Grove, deep well, corner of Barlow Rd. and S.R. 64E.
W/MH.


Delivery Warehouse


NOW RENTING!
THE PALMS APTS.
ATTENTION FARM WORKERS
2&3 Bedroom Apartments
Located, at: 701 La Playa Drive
Office Hours: Mon-Fri, 9:00 AM 5:00 PM
Monthly rent from $447 + utilities
Occupancy restricted to households with
one family member receiving 50% or more of
their gross annual income from farm labor activities.
For Rental Info & Applications
The Palms at 863-773-3809
(TDD# 1-800-955-8771)
Equal Housing Opportunity.

iAHORA ARQUILANDO!
ATENCION TRABAJADORES DE FINCA
THE PALMS APARTMENTS
3 y 4 cuarto
Localizado en: 701 La Playa Drive
Horas de Oficina: Lunes y Viernes
de 9:00 AM 5:00 PM.
Mensualidades de renta comenzando
de $447 + utilidades
Apartamentos designados para los encapacitados y
desabilitados. Intalarse es restrict a un miembro de
familiar que reciban el 50% o mas de Ingreso grueso
annual en actividades de labor en agriculture.
Para information de renta o solicitudes
Llame, The Palms al: 863-773-3809
,(TDD# 1-800-955-8771)
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KENNY SANDERS........781-0153
RICK KNIGHT................773-2472
MONICA REAS...........773-9609


U.S. HIGHWAY 17 SOUTH, WA


The


HOUSES and apartments for rent. Call
773-6667 for more info. 6:16c
1. B/R very nice efficiency Apt., com-
pletely furnished. 150 channel satel-
lite TV. One Person Only. No Pets.
Shared washer and dryer. $600 month
-$300 security deposit. 863-375-
4424. 6:19-23p
NICE One B/R Avion trailer queen
size bed, 150 ch. satellite TV One
Person Only. No Pets. $500 month-
$250 security deposit-includes utili-
ties. 1-863-375-4424. 6:16-23p
WAREHOUSES, SEVERAL DIFFER-
ENT sizes. Jack Ullrich Warehouses.
773-6448. 6:16c
1 BR, .1 BA, living room, large lot,
$475. Call after 7 p.m. (407) 908-5161.
6:9-16p


ATTENTION! The Federal Fair
Housing Act Prohibits advertising any
preference or limitation based on
race, color, religion, sex, handicap,
familial status or national origin, or
the intention to make such a prefer-
ence or limitation. Familial status
includes children under 18 living with
parents or guardians and pregnant
women. tfc-dh

Service


WE BUY JUNK cars! U-hau
Carl's Recycling 767-0400.


DAVID ROYAL,.7............781-3490
SANDY LARRISON........832-0130
MIKE NICHOLSON



ULICHULA, FL .3873
cl18.16c


Classified


B SEE
SOUND
Pro-Audio for any event. 773-6375.
4:4-8:4p
JIM'S PAINTING SERVICE. House and
mobile home repair. Interior and exte-
rior. Mobile top coating, pressure
washing, free estimates, Lic. & Ins.
#218, 767-9650. 11:6tfc
AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP. Every
Wednesday night at 6:30 p.m. Located
at the SFCC Annex, Room #105, Hwy.
17 North, Wauchula. 735-2511. tfc-nc


il. We haul. IS ALCOHOL CAUSING a problem?
Call Alchoholics Anonymous in
6:16-8:18p Hardee County at 735-3109. Several
weekly meetings. tfc


M&R Lawncare, mowing, bush hog-
ging. Call 773-4698 or 773-6372.
6:2-30


HELP WANTED

The Herald-Advocate
Permanent, part time position,
production department.
Monday through Wednesday, approximately
24 hours. Must be able to type.
Apply in person.
115 S. 7th Avenue, Wauchula


NOTICE OF SALE


JULY 1, 2005


11:00 A.M.


Personal property in the following units will be sold
tothe highest bidder to satisfy rental liens in accor-
dance with Florida Statute Section 83.801 83.809.
Contents may include household items, clothing,
closed cartons, etc. The sell will take place at
Convenient Mini Storage, 5106 U.S. Highway 17 N.,
Bowling Green, FL on July 1, 2005 at 11:00 A.M.


Unit #13
Unit #25
Unit #35
Unit #37


Jesus Rodriguez
Alicia Perez
Peggy Hassell
Abandoned


,c16:1 6-30c


John O'Neal
See more listings at www.joeldavis.com
REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS


Commercial 45t acs. on north
bound Hy 17. orer 3,000 feet
of frontage. Bu, all or in part.
Call toda for details!
80 acs. with paled road
frontage. 40 acs. in grose and
remainder is 50% improved.
Beautiful homesite. 10O.000/ac!


Outstanding home in
Knoll ood. 5 BR, 3.5 bath, for-
mal living & dining, extra large
family room w/fireplace, game
room, and heated pool w/hot
tub. $305,000!
BEAUTIFUL HOMESITES! 5+
ac. tracts in eastern Hardee Co.
on paved road. Listed for
$17,500/ac!
9.5 ac. homesite, near Lake
Letta and Highlands Ridge N
Golf Course. Enjoy golfing.
fishing and other water recre-
ation in beautiful Sebring,
Florida. Call for more details!
Excellent secluded homesite at
end of county road in
Sweetwater. Currently in E&MN
citrus grole. $15.500/ac!
L2 late etw n Ft de.
L d~ew NW ll & -'d


20 acs. in Ft. Green area.
Grove with home. 3BR, 1 bath
with pool. Call today.
$15,000/ac.


RELAX & ENJOY! This beau-
tiful, wooded 52 ac. tract in
S\W Hardee Co has easy access
with dble road frontage.
$780,000!
Frontage on Hwy 17 N. South of
new Suncoast Schools Credit
Union. Approximately) 3.5 acs.
with 2 homes and I office.
$1,000,000!
P D CE X-'lo
rcels t a 9 cs zoned
re Ie Ion ed roal. City
water d er IecC.
a% e.
40 ac. grove in eastern Hardee
Co. $260,000!
Take part and locate your busi-
ness in this growing commercial
area! 450' on North Florida
Ave. Zoned commercial.
$360,000!
These 5 & 10 ac. tracts are
located in western Hardee Co.
There are only a few lots left
with lake siew and there are
deed restrictions. If vou want
peaceful li ing, this is the spot.
19.83 acs. on Alderman Rd, Ft.
Green. Would make a nice
homesite. $15,000/ac!
Historical home in Wauchula. 5
BR, 4 bath. CB home on 3 ac.
lot. Hardwood floors, fireplace
and fountain. Many other fea-
tures. Call today to make your
appointment. $299,000!
20 ac. pasture on paved road.
Listed for $310,000!


PUMP TROUBLE? CALL
ULLRICH'S PITCHER PUMP
For complete sales, service and
installation, call (863) 773-6448.
7:18tfc
ATTENTION! State Statutes 489-119
Section 5 Paragraph B and Hardee
County Ordinance 87-09 Section 10
Paragraph D require all ads for any
construction-related service to carry
the contractor's license number.
tfc-dh


STORM5


CENTRAL PUMP & IRRIGATION, INC.,
(863) 773-6259. Services include aer-
ators, house pumps, new installation
& repair on yard systems. 5:26tfc
KENNY HARRIS PRESSURE cleaning
& painting. Commercial & residential.
Licensed and insured. (863) 735-
8863, (863) 381-0874. 5:19-7:28p
D.C. PHONE SERVICE. Residential
and small business installation &
repair. Specializing in mobile homes,
35 years experience. 863-773-9179.
5:19-8:25p
FRANK'S LAWN CARE, free esti-
mates, residential, reasonable prices.
781-7360, 767-0577. 5:19-6:23p
FARRIER work. We trim horses. 863-
781-1449. 4:28ftc
LET US PICK up junk cars out of your
yard. Will buy old farm tractors.
Crooms- 773-0637. 2:24tfc
JT PAINTING & Pressure Cleaning.
Free estimates. (888) 689-8188
11:18-6:29p
PARKER FILL DIRT, tree removal,
stump removal, dragline, track hoe,
land clearing, shell, clay, top soil,
loader, bulldozer, dump trucks. 735-
2415. 9:9tfc


Carol Tomblin CAROL'S
POOL
SERVICE
~ 10 Years Expenence -
Cerlified & Insured
Office: 863-452-6026
Cell: 863-449-1806
P.O. Box 974 Avon Park, FL 33826
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CAROL'S REALTY
1534 YANCY STREET
o'^ po'0 PORT CHARLOTTE, FL.
33952
****** WAUCHULA ******
1074 DOWNING CIRCLE


3 BEDROOMS


2 BATHROOMS


FLORIDA ROOM (12X20)

UTILITY ROOM AND STORAGE (10X12)


CENTRAL HEAT & AIR


CAR PORT


BUILT IN 1986


FENCED YARD (2 LOTS)


DOUBLE WIDE MODULAR HOME (2280 SQ FT)
INCLUDES ALL FURNITURE

ASKING $79,900.00


JAMES COLLIE


OFFICE
CELL
CELL
FAX


LIC. ASSOCIATE


1-941-627-2769
1-941-628-7835
1-863-412-8932
1-941-627-1741


6:16C S F C


DO YOU HAVE a problem with drugs?
Narcotics Anonymous meets Monday
nights 7:30 p.m. at St. Michael's
Catholic Church, Heard Bridge Rd.,
Wauchula and Friday and Saturday
nights 7 p.m. at First Methodist
Church, Corner of Grape & Church
St., Bowling Green.
7:18tfc
OSTOMY, COLOSTOMY, AND ideosto-
my supplies now in stock at Pete's
Pharmacy. tfc


DIVORCE
BANKRUPTCY


$69

863-314-0846
(non-lawyer) 1:


G U L F C E N R A L H Y D A U L C S,, .C
RemaI acj in & Repair o Al Maes- Mdels


.DEALER RECOMMENDED
*TEST FACILITIES ON SITE
*STATEWIDE PICK UP & DELIVERY

CAT* Komatsu Deere Kawasaki
Hitachi Kobelco Volvo Case Linkbelt
Rexroth Sundstrand Poclain
Linde Staffa c6:2-6:30p


LES LASKY
1-8t00-276-0891
Cell 813-220-9170
Fax 727-845-5754
New Port Richey, FL


PILKINGTON TREE SERVICE INC
Bobcat service Tree Trimming
Complete Tree Removal

*FREE ESTIMATES'

(803) 781-2089


Licensed a Insured


Accept M/C a Vigs


Lawn Service Tree Service Tree Removal
Free Estimates *


.


Sunshine loandcoping service
Wauchulor, f 4


Lic. #0808


Every Friday,
RESTROOMS


Ask for John
at
(863)273-3747


J-' REMODELED!

ow RE-OPEN!

fowling Green

C7aa Warkel
Ii Hwy. 17


Saturday, Sunday
WATER ELECTRIC


781-1062


cl4:21 tfc


5105 N. Hwy 17 Bowling Green.



Any old hillbilly can change a
tire, but we sell tires for less
and we prove it!


Bo changes all
types of tires .
Car, Semi,
Trailer, etc.


i Bo Espino '
Auto Technician


Open:
Mon Sat
8:00 5:00


CUSTOMER
BEWARE!
We are licensed and
Insured!
Reg #MV-40625
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WE REPAIR MOST AMERICAN CARS
FULL TIME MECHANIC


375-4461


HELP WANTED
(2) PART TIME LABORERS: The Town Council of Zolfo
Springs, Florida, will accept applications for two part-time
laborers. These positions will be for up to 35 hours per week,
flexible hours, and a salary of $6.50 per hour.
The successful applicant must have physical strength and
agility to perform manual labor. Must have the ability to oper-
ate lawn equipment, tractors, trucks, etc. and to follow oral
and written instructions. Knowledge of plumbing a plus.
Applications will be accepted at Town Hall during regular
business hours from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday.
Applications will be accepted through June 17, 2005. The
Town Council reserves the right to accept or reject any and
all applications.
The Town of Zolfo Springs is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
_____________________________________________,-*:l:. "_'1* 11 -:


Full Time Employee Needed
Office Position Available
BENEFITS:
Retirement Plan Health Insurance
Vacations:
Paid Holidays Paid personal Days
5 Day work Week
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Florida Fence Post Co., Inc.
5251 S.R. 64 West
RO. Box 645
Ona, FL 33865
863/735-1361
Drug Free Work Place EOE
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Got a house to sell

Call

S781-1062

and ask for Billy Hill!


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REALTOR ASSOCIATES AFTER HOURS


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1OB The Herald-Advocate, June 16, 2005


LARGE CHINA closet full of crystal,
lots of jewelry, central A/H units, lots
of summer hats, lots of beds, king
size mattress fits on king size water
bed, all on sale. We carry large ban-
danas. We also carry men's work
clothing. Edna's Place. 6:16c
FRIDAY/SATURDAY 7-? 658 Apostolic
Rd. 6:16-23p
SATURDAY, 8-?, 4625 Dixiana Dr., B.G.
Furniture, fax machine, printer. 6:16p
SATURDAY: Behind BP Sfttion, Hwy
64 East, Zolfo Springs, 8 A -til. Kids
clothes-adult clothes and furniture.
6:16p
FRIDAY/SATURDAY, 4th Ave. across
from Zolfo School. Bunkbed, dresser
and night stand, end tables, rocking
chair, little tikes toys, children and
adult clothes and scrubs. 2.6:16p
THURSDAY-FRIDAY-SATURDAY: 8-?,
601 E. Banana Street, BG. 6:16p
2 FAMILY YARD SALE: 311 Carlton
Street. Saturday 8-? 6:16p
SATURDAY: 362 ALTMAN Rd.,Rocking
chairs, baby items, clothes, house-
wares, tires. 6:16p.


The Mason-Dixon Line is named for Charles Mason and Jeremiah
Dixon, English astronomers who surveyed the border between Penn-
sylvania and Maryland in 1767.


HEAVY EQUIPMENT
OPERATOR
TRAINING FOR
EMPLOYMENT





Bulldozers, Backhoes,
Loaders, Dump Trucks,
Graders, Scrapers,
S Excavators
Next Class: June 20th
-National Certification
-Financial Assistance
-Job Placement
800-383-7364
Associated Training Services
www.atsn-school.com
cl6:16c


Help Wanted: General labor needed.
Construction/Mechanical knowledge a+. Valid
drivers license needed. Call (863) 773-2213 for
application and appointment. EOE DFWP c16:2tfc

Help Wanted
Teacher needed for year round school located in a
juvenile justice facility near Arcadia. Requires bach-
elor's degree and current teaching certificate or
statement of eligibility. $32,500 plus excellent bene-
fits and vacation package. Please fax resume to
Greg Clark at 863-491-5343 or e-mail to
greg.clark()desoto.k12.fl.us EOE/DFWP i c16:16c



Lonestar
C ons truc1ticn C'or c-p

General Contractor
Lic.# RG291103615
Locally owned and operated

Office 863-773-4779 Fax 863-773-9865
.___ _..., ,.<.__- ,-' : ,

T N F 1T FILL PI INC i
Dirt. Sand, Shell. Washout, Citnis Tree Remov W Land
SClaring. Building House Pads and Driv-ways
3721 E Main St Tim Parrish
Wauchula Fl (863) 781-3342
33873 Nextol '
Office 158 17*31234
(863) 773-9446
S7 We Accept Most Major Credit Cards


U-Pick Peas


Black Eyes
Conchs 2

r Zippers
(863)245-1433 South Bowling Green Look for Signs


:-Hiring Immediately
Central Florida Health Care, Inc.
Wanchula Center
Referral Clerk Full time position, healthcare experi-
ence, computer literate, bilingual-Spanish a plus.
Part-time Custodian Experience in cleaning (hospi-
tal, office, school, etc.)
SAvon Park Center
Performance 'Inprovement Asst. LPN with valid FL
License, comri'pnity health experience, performance
improvement,h'raining'a plis.
Finance Admin. Asst. medical office exp., knowledge
of insurance, preparebankdeposits, computer literate.
Competitive salary, excellent medical/dental/vision..'R\
insurance, pension plan. Corporation pays for LTD & life
insurance. Send Resume to: LFHC. 951. CR 17A West, Azio
Park, FL. 33825. Fax # (863) 452-3011. EOE/DFIV. ,,,



Willis Duct Cleaning

and Insulation :
"Dusty Ducts Are Not Cool"
Free Inspection

Home or Business Mold and Mildew
Treatment Relief for asthma and
,, allergy sufferers. Improves
indoor air quality. Reduces
odor and dust as well.

>-/'25 years of Experience


Please call Buddy at (863)735-0407
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One kind word can warm three
winter months.
-Japanese proverb


We', Buy

HpUSEs!


AM-SOUTH REALTY
(863) 773-2122.
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BRITE-WAY

(PAINT WORKS
"SANDBLASTING"

Small Pieces HORACE GRAHAM
Semis and Pickups (863) 773-933,5
Farm and Grove Equipment Cell: 781-2457
ci6:16p


DRIVERS.- LOCAL CLASS A or B
Be home every day and make $800 to $900 per week.
Great benefits including health, dental, life, vacation,
generous 401 K plan, and credit union. Late model, well
maintained equipment, stable, company in business for
32 years. Two years experience and good driving,
record required. DOT physical and drug screen. Call
today, or apply in person, 863-534-1575, or 800-940-
1575i 4001 Noralyn Mine Rd., Bartow, FL. Drug free
work place, ADA, EEO. c16:9,16c


Shell


GILLIARD FILL DIRT INC.


Fill Dirt


Zolfo Snrinps


Lamar Gilliard
Home: (863) 735-049b c4:28tfc


Attention:
gospel Sinyers

Gulf State Quartet
has an imunediate
opening for
Baritone Vocalist.

Must be %%illine to
tra ve I most eek-
ends.
Paid Position.
773-9123
c16 9.16c


DME DELIVERY
DRIVER
Seeking an individual to be
responsible for deliv-
ery/pickup, setup, service
and patient education of
medical equipment in
Highlands and Hardee
Counties. Previous med-
ical equipment experience;
Florida class D license and
an excellent driving record
required. Please call 800-
464-3994 or fax to (863)
687-6977.
Satisfying Challenges,
Countless Rewards, Good
Sheperd Hospice:.
EOE.; :"
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Sand


Mobile: (941) 456-6507


DEMOLITION
Tree & Stump
Removal

Parker Fill Dirt
Local Contractor
(863) 735-2415
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Short Time Job Bankruptcy Repo Slow Pay
Jut maet our y rquiOwnlmts ind you &ae condiwontly
APPROVED* NO MONEY DOWN
*Low moni paymanf Comprlv Rate Not B y He-Pry He
EstablshTd Credit La Tr c. Cll now fr our cd M app on our 24 hr. ta tree
HOTUNE 1400-345-6N1
bYu must moet our laondxr' credit atdida.r Income naa equity requlrfmntsepl.



"On The Jof


RESCHKE CONSTRUCTION, INC.
State Certified Building and Roofing Contractor
Residential Remodeling
Zolfo Springs, Florida
(863) 735-0660 (863) 832-0409
John Reschke CCC-045925
Bill Reschke c14:21tfc License CBC-12430

HELP WANTED
SUNRISE COMMUNITY-LAND OF OPPORTUNITY
SWorking with adults with developmental disabilities
Depenedable, 18 years old, high school diploma, valid driver's license.
Fulfilling work environment
3 shifts available
SAdvancement opportunities/Tuition reimbursement
Health Insurance/403B
Annual raises, referral bonus
Paid vacation, sick, holiday
We look forward to hearing from you. Please call Betty at 863-773-3985 or
Robert at 863-767-1691. EOE/DFWP cl6:9-30c

TPayroll
Temporary or Federal and State
Permanent Taxes
Deposits
Personnel and SOLUTIONS Tax Reports,
Payroll Sevices PersonnelServices Worker's Comp
Payroll Services : FICA
Year End W2's
CONTACT:
ROBBY ALBRITTON *116 W, Orange St., Wauchula
S(863) 773-9225
10:21e

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Due to our continued growth .




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If you are a caring person who likes to
help other people
Robarts Family Funeral Home is accepting
applications for the following positions:
Drivers
Funeral Home Attendants



FUNERAL HOMES



773-9773
"The Caring Place"
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HETP WANTED:

Full-Time
Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanic
Please Fax Resume To
(863)-773-3379.
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june 16, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 11BR


IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT, IN AND
FOR HARDEE COUNTY, FLORIDA
CIVIL DIVISION

CASE NO.: 04-CA-000677

KEY BANK USA, NA,
Plaintiff.
vs.

DONALD NELSON BETHEA;
POLLYANNA BETHEA; JOHN DOE;
JANE DOE AS UNKNOWN TENAIT
(S) IN POSSESSION OF THE SU ;'
JECT PROPERTY,
Defendants. /

RE-NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE
SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pur-
suant to a Motion and Order Resetting
Foreclosure Sale Date dated the 9th
day of Jun., 2005, and entered in
Case No. 04-CA-000677, of the Circuit
Court of the 10th Judicial Circuit in
and for Hardee County, Florida,
wherein KEY BANK USA, NA is the
Plantiff and DONALD NELSON
BETHEA; POLLYANNA BETHEA;
JOHN DOE; JANE DOE AS
UNKNOWN TENANT () IN; POSSES-
SION OF THE SUBJECT PROPERTY
are defendants.l will sell to the high-
edt and best bidder for cash at the
NORTH FRONT DOOR OF COURT-
HOUSE at the Hardee County
Courthouse, in WAUCHULA, Florida,
at 11:00 a.m. on the 29 day of June,
2005, the following described proper-
ty as set forth in said Final
Judgement, to wit:

LOTS 15, 16, 17 AND 18, BLOCK 13,
ROBERTS & SKIPPER ADDITION TO
ZOLFO, ACCORDING TO THE MAP
OR PLAT THEREOF, AS RECORDED
IN PLAT BOOK 2, PAGE 81, OF THE
PUBLIC RECORDS OF HARDEE
COUNTY, FLORIDA.

In accordance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA),
disabled person who, because of
their disabilities, need special accom-
modation to participate in this pro-
ceeding should contact the ADA
Coordinator at 471 W. Main Street,
Wauchula, FL 33873 or Telephone
Voice (863)773-4174 prior to such
proceeding.

Dated this 9day of June 2005.,


B. Hugh Bradley
Clerk of the Circuit Court

By: Connie Coker
Deputy Clerk
Submitted by:
Law Office of Marshall C. Watson
1.800 NW 49th Street, Suite 120
Fort Lauderdale. Florida 33309
Telephone: (954)453-0365
Facsimile: (954)771-6052
6:16.23c
IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
TENTH JUDICIALiCIRCUIT IN.
AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY,
"" STATE OF'FLORIDA' "
JUVENILE DIVISION

CASE NO. 252004DP000059

IN THE INTEREST OF:
D.,K.
DOB: 06/27/04
.D.,I ,, *: ; 'I :.
DOB: 06/27/04
Children I

SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF
HEARING ON PETITION
ALLEGING DEPENDENCY

THE STATE OF FLORIDA TO:
CLEMENTE MENDOZA-GARCIA
Father of K.D., a white female child
born on June 27, 2004.
Father of D.D., a white female child
born on June 27, 2004.
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that
a petition under oath has been filed
by the Department of Children and
Families In the above styled Court,
which seeks the dependency of your
child:
K.D.
a white female child
born on June 27, 2004
D.D.
a white female child .
born on June 27, 2004
and you are hereby COMMANDED to
personally appear before the HON-.
ORABLE Bob Doyel, Circuit Judge,
on July 7; 2005 at 10:30 a.m., at the
HARDEE COUNTY COURTHOUSE,
417 WEST MAIN STREET, WAUCHU-
LA, FLORIDA, for an ARRAIGNMENT
HEARING in this matter.
YOUR FAILURE TO APPEAR IN
PERSON WILL BE TREATED AS
YOUR CONSENT TO THE ADJUDICA-
TION OF THIS CHILD AS DEPEN-
DENT AND MAY ULTIMATELY
RESULT IN THE LOSS OF CUSTODY
SOF THESE CHILDREN.
YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO HAVE
AN ATTORNEY REPRESENT YOU IN
THIS MATTER. IF YOU CANNOT
AFFORD AN ATTORNEY. YOU MUST
BE PRESENT AND REQUEST THAT'
THE COURT APPOINT AN ATTOR-
NEY FOR YOU IF YOU WANT ONE.
In accordance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act, persons with
disabilities needing a special accom-
modation to participate in this pro-


ceeding should contact the individual
or agency sending the notice at 1014
. South 6th Avenue, Wauchula, FL
33873, telephone (863) 773-3227, not
later than seven days prior to the pro-
ceeding. If hearing Impaired, (TDD) 1-
800-955-8771, or voice (V) 1-800-955-
8779, via Florida Relay Service..
DATED THIS 23rd day of May,
2005.
B. HUGH BRADLEY, CLERK
K. Weed
as his Deputy Clerk
5:26-6:16c


An angry man is again angry
with himself when he returns
to reason. .
S' -Publilius Srus


IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
TENTH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN AND
FOR HARDEE COUNTY,,STATE
OF FLORIDA JUVENILE DIVISION

CASE NO. 252003DP000104

IN THE INTEREST OF:
D., T.
DOB: 04/24/90

Child /

SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF
HEARING PETITION ALLEGING


DEPENDENCY


THE STATE OF FLORIDA TO:

ARMANDO GOMAZ, aka ARMANDO
GAMEZ; aka ARMANDO TORRES
Father of T.D., a white female child
born on April 24, 1990.

YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that
a petition under oath has been filed
by the Department of Children and
Families in the above styled Court,
which seeks the dependency of your
child:

T.D.
a white female child
born on April 24, 1990

and you are hereby COMMANDED to
personally appear before the HON-
ORABLE Bob Doyel, Circuit Judge,
on July 7, 2005, at 10:30 a.m., at the
HARDEE COUNTY COURTHOUSE,
417 WEST MAIN STREET, WAUCHU-
LA, FLORIDA, for an ARRAIGNMENT
HEARING in this matter.

YOUR FAILURE TO APPEAR IN
PERSON WILL BE TREATED AS
YOUR CONSENT TO THE ADJUDICA-
TION OF THIS CHILD AS DEPEN-
DENT AND MAY ULTIMATELY
RESULT IN THE LOSS OF CUSTODY
TO THIS CHILD.

YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO HAVE
AN ATTORNEY REPRESENT YOU IN
THIS MATTER. IF YOU CANNOT
AFFORD AN ATTORNEY, YOU MUST
BE PRESENT AND, REQUEST THAT
THE COURT APPOINT AN ATTOR-
NEY FOR YOU IF YOU WANT ONE.
In accordance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act, persons with
disabilities needing a special accom-
modation to participate in this pro-
ceeding should contact the individual
or agency sending the notice at 1014
South 6th Avenue, Wauchula, FL
33873, telephone (863) 773-3227, not
later.than seven days prior to the pro-
ceeding. If hearing impaired, (TDD)
1-800-955-8771, or voice (V) 1-800-
955-8779, via Florida Relay Service.

DATED THIS 26th day of May, 2005.

B. HUGH BRADLEY, CLERK

s/Brad Reed


as his D


IN THE CIRCUIT COU
THE TENTH JUDICIAL I
IN AND FOR HARDEE I
SFLORIDA
CASE NO. 25 2005 CA'

FIRST NATIONAL BANK O
WAUCHULA
a national banking corpor
Plaintiff,
vs.
ELISEO SANTIAGO ET AL
Defendants.

NOTICE OF SAL
PURSUANT TO CHAP'
NOTICE IS GIVEN that I
a Final Judgment of Fo
dated June 1, 2005, in
styled cause, I will sell to
and best bidder for cash i
Front Door of the Hard
Courthouse, in Wauchula.
11:00 a.m. on the 22 da
2005, the following descril
ty set forth in the order
SJudgment:
Tract 14: Begin at the N'
of SW 1/4 of SE 1/4 of
34, Township 34 South
25 East; Run Thence
10' 00" West along the
of said SW 1/4 of SE 1
tance of 175.00 feet; the
on a line parallel to tl
line of said SW 1/4 of
distance of 261.54 fe
point of beginning;
South 0" 10' 00" West
parallel to the West lin
SW 1/4 of SE 1/4 a dis
125.00 feet, thence East
Parallel to the North lir
1/4 of SE 1/4 a distance
feet, thence North 0" 10
on a line parallel to the
of said SW 1/4 of SE 1
feet; thence West on a li
leto the West line of
'1/4 of SE 1/4 a distance
feet to Point of BE
Hardee County, Florida.
Together with a 1957
Mobile Home, ID #5736
"If.you are a person with
who, needs.any accomn
order to participate in th
ing, you are entitled, at
you, to the provision of ce
stance. Please contact th
the Court Administrator.
4690, within two (2) work
your receipt of this Notici
you are hearing or voice
call TDD (863) 534-7777
Relay Service (800) 955-8
DATED this 1 day of
B. HUGI
Clerk of the C
By: C
D

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT
TENTH JUDICIAL CIRC
AND FOR HARDEE CC
STATE OF FLORII
JUVENILE DIVISIC

CASE NO. 252004DP00016

IN THE INTEREST OF:
G.,A.


deputyy Clerk BRADFORD A. ATCHLEY IF LIVING,
6:2,9.16,23c AND IF DEAD. THE UNKNOWN
SPOUSE HEIRS. DEVISEES,
RT OF GRANTEES. ASSIGNEES, LIENORS;
CIRCUIT CREDITORS. TRUSTEES AND ALL
COUNTY, OTHER PARTIES. CLAIMING AN
INTEREST BY, THROUGH, UNDER OR
AGAINST BRADFORD A. ATCHLEY;
000 137 TAMMY ATCHLEY; JOHN DOE AND
F JANE DOE AS UNKNOWN TENANTS
F IN POSSESSION
ation DEFENDANTS) /

NOTICE OF FORECLOSURE SALE
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pur-
suant to a Summary Final Judgement
of Foreclosure dated 6-6, 2005 entered
E in Civil Case No. 2005 CA 000226 of
TER 45 the Circuit Court of the 10TH Judicial
Circuit in and for HARDEE County,
pursuant to Wauchula. Florida. I will sell to' the
foreclosure, highest and best bidder for cash at
the above the North Front Door at the HARDEE
the highest County Courthouse located at 417
nthe North West Main Street in Wauchula,
fee County
Florida, at Florida, at 111:00 a.m. on the 29day of
3y of June, June. 2005 the following described
bed proper- property at set forth in said Summary
er of Final Final Judgement, to-wit:
THAT PART OF THE NORTH 30 FEET
W corner OF BLOCK 4 OF THE TOWNSHIP OF
f Section BOWLING GREEN RAILROAD SUR-
h, Range VEY AS PER PLAT BOOK 1, PAGE 85,
South 0' HARDEE COUNTY. FLORIDA, AND A
/4e a dis PART OF SECTION 4. TOWNSHIP 33
nce East SOUTH, RANGE 25 EAST, HARDEE
he North COUNTY, FLORIDA, BEING
SE 1/4 a DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGIN AT
et for a THE NE CORNER OF SAID BLOCK 4,
Thence AND RUN S. 7' 39' 29" W. AND
on a line ALONG THE WESTERLY RIGHT OF
e of said WAY LINE OF CHURCH STREET,
stance of 30.32 FEET; THENCE S. 89 22' 11" W.
on a line AND PARALLEL WITH THE NORTH
ne of SW LINE OF SAID BLOCK 4, A DISTANCE
Sof 87.18 OF 140.00 FEET: THENCE N. 7 39'
00" East 29" E. AND PARALLEL WITH THE
West line 'RIGHT OF WAY LINE OF CHURCH
/4 of 125 STREET, 88.54 FEET; THENCE S. 87
ne paral- 08' 37" E. 139.03 FEET TO A POINT
sfai SW ON SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE;
a of 87.18
ginning. THENCE S. 7 39' 29" W. AND ALONG
gnnng SAID RIGHT OF WAY LINE, 49.68
FEET TO THE POINT OF BEGINNG.
SPTCR
310121 Dated this 6day of June, 2005.
a disability
nodation in (CIRCUIT COURT SEAL)
is proceed-
no cost to The Law Offices of David J. Stern,
artain assis- PA., Attorney For Plantiff
e Office of 801 S. University Drive Suite 500
(863) 534- Plantation, FL 33324
ing days of .(954)233-8000
a of Sale; if 05-40062 INL
e impaired,
or Florida B. Hugh-Bradley
770. CLERK OF THE CIRCUIT COURT
June, 2005. By: Connie Coker
H BRADLEY Deputy Clerk
circuitt Court
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE AMERI-
onnie Coker CANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT, per-
eputy Clerk sons with disabilities needing a spe-
6'9-16c cial accommodation should contact
-OF COURT ADMINISTRATION. at the
CUIT IN HARDEE County Courthouse at 863-
)UNTY, 773-9853, 1-800-955-8771 (TDD) OR
DA 1-800-955-8770, via Florida Relay
'., Service.


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Every man is the builder of a
temple called his body.
--Henry David Thoreau


TOPPING IT OFF


DOB: 01/10/01
Child,

SUMMONS AND NOTICE OF
HEARING ON PETITION
ALLEGING DEPENDENCY

THE STATE OF FLORIDA TO:
CARLOS MADRANO
Father of A.G., a white male child
born on January 10, 2001
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that
a petition under oath has been filed
by the Department of Children and
Families in the above styled Court,
which seeks the dependency of your
child:
A.G.
a white male child
born on January 10, 2001
and you are hereby COMMANDED to
personally appear before the HON-
ORABLE Bob Doyel, Circuit Judge,
on July 7, 2005, at 10:30 a.m., at the
HARDEE COUNTY COURTHOUSE,
417 WEST MAIN STREET, WAUCHU-
LA, FLORIDA, for an ARRAIGNMENT
HEARING in this matter.
YOUR FAILURE TO APPEAR IN
PERSON WILL BE TREATED AS
YOUR CONSENT TO THE ADJUDICA-
TION OF THIS CHILD AS DEPEN-
DENT AND MAY ULTIMATELY
RESULT IN THE LOSS OF CUSTODY
OF THIS CHILD.
YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO HAVE
AN ATTORNEY REPRESENT YOU IN
THIS MATTER. IF YOU CANNOT
AFFORD AN ATTORNEY, YOU MUST
BE PRESENT AND REQUEST THAT
THE COURT APPOINT AN ATTOR-
NEY FOR YOU IF YOU WANT ONE.
In accordance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act, persons with
disabilities needing a special accom-
modation to participate in this pro-
ceeding should contact the. individual,
or agency sending the notice at 1014
South 6th Avenue, Wauchula, FL
33873, telephone (863) 773-3227, not
later than seven days prior to the pro-,
ceeding. If hearing impaired, (TDD) 1-
800-955-8771, or voice (V) 1-800-955-
8779, via Florida Relay Service.
DATED THIS 23rd day of May,
2005.
B. HUGH BRADLEY, CLERK
K. Weed
as his Deputy Clerk
5:26-6:16c

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF THE
10TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT,
IN AND FOR HARDEE COUNTY,
FLORIDA

GENERAL JURISDICTION DIVISION
CASE NO. 2005 CA 000226

MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGIS-
TRATION SYSTEMS. INC.

PLANTIFF.
vs.


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man.
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If there are no immediate
:survivors, consideration of
other relationships may be
given.


NOTICE OF VACANCY OF COMMISSION DISTRICT SEAT SEVEN


The City Commission of the City of Wauchula announces that' !iti'l the
resignation of Commissioner John Baxter on June 13, 2005, Commission District
,Seat Seven is now vacant. Pursuant to 3.08 (c) of the Amended Charter 2004,
adopted by the electorate of the City of Wauchula on August 31. 2004. the
remaining members of the Commission by majority vote shall appoint a qualified
person to fill said vacancy until the next regular election in 2006. To he qualified
a person must be a resident of the City of Wauchula for a period of one year prior
to giving written notice to the Commission of his or her desire to be appointed.
Such notice must include a brief statement of the person's qualifications and
desires to serve as a City Commissioner and must be filed with the Cit ('Clerk at
12h South Seventh \Aenue. on or before 12:00 PM (noon) on Frida..lJul I.
2005. he ('Commission shall make said appointment at its next regular meeting
or special meeting called for that purpose.


City of Wauchula. Florida

s/ David B. Royal
David B. Royal. Mayor


\ ITS 1F


. Clarissa A\bbott
(laris',a Ahhbbott. Clerk


6 16c


PHOTOS BY SHAYLA BRYAN I
After being without its steeple for about eight months, First Baptist Church of Wauchula gladly
welcomed it back. The 20-year-old steeple had to be repaired because of hurricane damage.
Lakeland Crane Service removed and reinstalled the steeple, under the direction of McRee
Construction Co. of Orlando. It was sent on a trailer to, Campbellsville Steeple Co. in
Campbellsville, Ky., for repairs. It took less than a day's work to have the steeple back in place.
The steeple returned in three pieces. Each piece, the base and the steeple, was lifted by a crane
and bolted in. Then, two men in a cage were hoisted by the crane to top it off and put on the
cross.







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Thursday, June 16, 2005


TEENS INTERVIEW ELDERS


'WE CUT DOWN OUR OwN CHRISTMAS


By MALLORY ALVARADO
Special To The Herald-Advocate
This is an interview with my grandmoth-
er, Stephanie Alvarado, born Sept. 2, 1937.
Q: Tell me about your family.
A: I grew up in a family with my parents
and four sisters.
Q: Did you have to share a bedroom or
bathroom?
A: Yes, I shared a bedroom and a bed
with four sisters and we only had an out-
house.
Q: What type of clothes did you wear?
A: We would wear dresses that were
made from flour sacks. We wore the same
clothes for every occasion: play, church and
school.
Q: What about your shoes?
A: We would share our shoes.
Q: Tell me about your school.
A: The building was made out of red
bricks. Some of the teachers were nice and
some were not so nice. We took our own
lunches to school. They didn't make lunch
like they do today. We didn't have anything
like a dress code; we wore whatever we
had.
Q: What sort of misdeeds got students
in trouble?
A: Mainly when students spit spitballs
and pulled girls' hair.
Q: What toys/games did you have?
A: We played house with my mother's
unusable dishes. We made dolls out of tow-
els. We shaped the towels into forms of
dolls. My favorite doll was a bride doll that
my sister brought me from Michigan.
Getting this was one of my most memo-
rable moments as a child
Q: Was there radio, TV or movies?
A: We would listen to the radio by hook-
ing.up a large battery that would last for six
months. We had no television and had
movies but didn't go. Movies cost 25 cents,
candy wasone cent. popcorn five cents and


coke was five cents.
Q: What type of music was popular?
A: Country music. My favorite singer
was Kitty Wells.
Q: What were the family meals like?
A: We would eat all together at all
meals.
Q: How much did groceries cost?
A: Food cost very little back then.

(Lookin' Back )
Q: Where did kids hang out?
A: We were not allowed to hang out. We
stayed at home and played.
Q: What were your holidays like?
A: We mainly celebrated Christmas, but'
it was different from the way we celebrate
today. We would cut down a tree, even if it
wasn't a pine. We would find a tree that
looked pretty and put it in the house. We
didn't have presents to put under the tree,
we were just happy with the joy the day
would bring. My favorite Christmas memo-
ry was cutting down a tree and decorating it
with my sisters.
Q: Did you ever travel?
A: I remember traveling from Texas to
Arkansas to start a new life. Everything
was exciting and scary.
Q: What type of transportation did
you have?
A: My family got a car when I was
about seven years' old, but didn't use it
much. We would walk. We did a lot of
walking. It was a five-mile walk to school.
Q: What age did you start dating?
A: We started dating about 16 or 17
years old.
Q: What types of places did kids go on
dates?
A: We went to the Ice Cream Parlor or
to the movies.
Q: Did you have a curfew?
.. A: Yes, midnight. I would break my cur-


few every once in awhile.
Q: Did you have a job?
A: Yes, we picked cotton for 35 cents an
hour.
Q: How were kids different from the
way they are now?
A: Kids were more respectful. We never
talked back to our elders.
Q: How are teens different?
A: Teens'were carefree spirits, not
uptight and stressed like today.
Q: What were the major issues?
A: We really had no issues living out in
the country. If there were any problems like
drugs, teen pregnancy or alcohol abuse, we
were not aware of it.
Q: What do you think has changed
things so much from when you were a


Tu!E'


child.
A: I believe that as children's rights have
increased, parents' rights have decreased. I
think children take advantage of that.
Q: What was going to town like?
A: It was a once a week event.
Everybody would get together and walk
three miles to the bus stop. We would catch
the bus and go to town.
Q: What types of stores were in town?
A: Mostly clothing and grocery stores.
They were frame structures.
Q: When did you move to Florida and
why?
A: We moved to Florida in 1966. We
were looking for work and a warmer cli-
mate to live in. I did not like the idea of
moving away from my family. It was a sad
time for me.


Women 's Church League


By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
The 2005 Women's Church
Softball League season got under
way last week.
St. Michael's has the early lead
in-the standings with a 2-0 record.
Wauchula First Baptist and
Wauchula First Methodist are each
at 1-1. Behind them are First
Christian, Christian Heritage and
Bowling Green Baptist.
In last Monday's season opener,
First Baptist breezed past Bowling
Green 17-1.
Shari. Knight, Melinda
Nickerson, Kaila Nix and Kelly
(last name unknown) each doubled
for.First Baptist Knight and Robin
Macias were three-hit batters.
Kristie Gough, Macia, Knight,
Celia Pate, Nix, Martha Weems,
'Stephanie and Kelly all scored
twice apiece.
Chelsea C. stroked the only dou-
ble for Bowling Green. Leadoff
batter Erica Dalton singledd and.


scored on a hit by Kali. Kali,
Chelsea, Amy and Summer were all
stranded on the base paths.
In the Monday, nightcap, St.
Michael's flitted past First
Christian 22-2. .
Lori Dees topped St. Michael's
with a pair of homers and single for
nine RBIs. Wanda Stettler, Virginia
Jackson and Janice each doubled.
Janice had three hits and joined
Mary in scoring three runs apiece.
For First Christian, Melissa
Albritton and Staci Stanford each
put a run on the board. Loretta
Starnes, Tara Bates, Erica
Eisenhower, Tammy Camillo, Liz
Lenhart and Chelsea Whaley were
all left on base.
On Thursday evening, First
Methodist managed Christian
Heritage for a 16-1 win in the early
game.
\ Mary Morgan had the only long-
ball hit, a double, for First
Methodist. Crystal B. had three hits
and triple tallies. Elene Salas ualso


SGets Going
scored three times. Joy Gilliard,
Jamie Salas and Heather Heine had
twin scores.
Ann Talley singled and scored
the lone run for Christian Heritage.
Hits by Brittany Edmonson and and
Brittany McMillan pushed her
home. They were stranded, as well
Vanessa Smith, Kim Holt and
Whitney Smith.
In the late game, 'it was St.
Michael's with another win, 18-3
over Bowling Green.
Morgan homered and doubled
twice, and Dees tripled, doubled
and singled for St. Michael's.
Jackson also doubled twice, Angel
tripled. Dees and Morgan each cir-
cled the bases four times. and
Denise, Stettler, Angel and Janice
came home twice each.
For Bowling Green, Dalton
homered, and Hannah and Raleigh
each also scored. Raleigh smacked
a pair'of hits. Megan's hit scored
SHannah. and Raleigh trotted home
on Dalton's homer.


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Wauchula, Florida

Deadline: Thursday 5 p.m.

BOWLING GREEN

APOSTOLIC LIGHTHOUSE
UNITED PENTACOSTAL CHURCH
310 Orange St.
375-3100
Sunday Morning......................10:00 a.m.
Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday Prayer Meeting ..........7:00 p.m.
Thursday Service ......................7:30 p.m.

CHESTER GROVE MB CHURCH
708 W. Grape St. 375-3353
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Worship 8:00 a.m.
Sun. Eve. Worship 1st & 3rd -.............
4:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m.
Tues. Prayer/Bible Study..........6:00 p.m.

CHRISTIAN BIBLE FELLOWSHIP
Hwy. 17 South
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship....................10:30 a.m.
Evening Worship ......................6:30 p.m.
Wed. Discipleship .....................6:30 p.m.
Thurs. Mens Prayer ..................6:00 a.m.
Thurs. Ladies Bible Study ........5:30 p.m.

CHURCH OF GOD
Hwy 17 and Ratliff Rd. 375-22311
375-3100
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship'............1 1:00 a.m.
Evening Worship................... 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday 7:30 p.m.

COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN
FELLOWSHIP
Main & W. Centra.
Sunday AM Worship................10:30 a.m
Sunday Evening 6:00 p.m.
Wed. Prayer Meeting ...............7:00 p.m.

FAITH ASSEMBLY OF GOD
4937 Hwy. 17 N. 375-4206
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m.
Disciples Train & Choirs ..........5:30 p.m.
Evening Worship 6:30 p.m
Wednesday Prayer ................7:00 p.m.

FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
Bowling Green
S. Hwy. 17. 375-2253
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship..................11:00 a.m.
Sunday Evening 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ....................6:30 p.m

FIRST UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
Grape & Church Streets 375-2340 .
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship I 1 00 a.m.
Youth Fellowship......................5:00 p.m.
Evening Worship.....................6:00p.m.
Wed. Bible Study .....................7:00 p.m.

FORT GREEN BAPTIST CHURCH
Baptist Church Road 773-9013
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship I. ( a m
Sunday Elening 600 p m.
Wednesdayy Prayer .. 00 p.m
HOLY CHILD
SPANISH CATHOLIC MISSION
Misa (Espanol) Sunday .. 7 00 p m

IGLESIA DEL DIOS VIVO
105 Dihiana SI. 375-3370
Domingo SerD De Predicacion 11.00 p m
Martes Estudio Biblico .........7:00 p.m.
Miercoles Estudior'Julenil .7.00 p.m.
Jueves Ser%. De Predicacion 7 00 p m

IMMALNTUEL BAPTIST CHURCH
210 E. Broward St. 375-4228 or
773-9019
Sunday School ...... 9-45 a m
Morning Worship .... 11.00 am
Evening Worship ......... ..00 p.m
Wednesday Prayer ...... .7:00 p m

MACEDONIA PRINUTIVE
BAPTIST CHURCH
607 Palmetto St.
Church School 9:30 a.m.
SMoming.Servic I 00 a.m.
Evening Service 7:00 p.m:
Wed Bible Study/Pra'er Ser 700 ppm
- .Communion-2nd Sun Eening 600 pm

MT. PISGAH BAPTIST CHURCH
6210 Mt. Pisgah Rd. 375-4409
Sunday School. 9 415 a m
Morning Worshlup I I'00 a m
Disciples Training 500 p m
Escning Worship .... 7"00 p m
Wednesday Prayer Time 700 p.m

OPEN DOOR FULL GOSPEL
PRAISE CENTER
E. Broward St.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Service 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Ser\ ie ................;...7:30 p.m.


BOWLING GREEN


PRIMERA MISSION BAUTISTA
Murray Road off Hwy. 17 375-2295
Domingos Escuela Dom...........9:45 a.m.
Servicio de Adoracion ............11:00 a.m.
Servicio de Predicacion ............5:00 p.m.
Miercoles Servico ................... 6:30 p.m.

VICTORY PRAISE CENTER
128 E. Main St.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship ..................11:00 a.m.
Sunday Night Service ..............7:00 p.m.
Mid-Week Bible Study, Thurs. 7:30 p.m.

ONA

LIMESTONE BAPTIST CHURCH
4868 Keystone Ave.
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ..................11:00 a.m.
Bible Study 6:00 p.m.
Evening Worship ....................7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ....................7:00 p.m.

NEW ELIM
INDEPENDENT BAPTIST
Badger Loop Lane 773-4475
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Worship Service ...................... 11:00 a.m.
Sunday Night Worship..............6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer Time .........:..7:00 p.m
NEW ZION BAPTIST CHURCH
202 Sidney Roberts Road
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m.
Disciples Training ..................6:00 p.m.
Evening Worship .................6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer......................7:00 p.m

ONA BAPTIST CHURCH
131 Bear Lane 773-2540
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship .................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer......................7:00 p.m

UNION BAPTIST CHURCH
5076 Lily Church Rd. 494-5622
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship..................11:00 a.m.
Disciples Training ..................5:00p.m.
Evening Worship ..................7:00' p.m.
Wednesday Prayer Time ..;........7:00 p.m

WAUCHULA

APOSTOLIC ASSEMBLY
New York Ave. and Apostolic Rd.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Evening Service 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday Service 7:00 p.m,
Wednesday Service ...............7:00 p.m
BETHEL MISSIONARY CHURCH
405 S. Florida'Ave.
Sunday Morning Service........10:00 a.m.
,,.Sunday Eening Worship,.. .11 O9, m
Wed. Night Service & Worship 7:00 p.m
Saturday Pra,cr .. r0'.m.
SCHARLIE CREEK
BAPTIST CHURCH
6885 State Road 64 East 773-3447
Sunday School 10 00 a.m:
Morning Worship 11 00 am
Eening Worsiup 00 p m.
W'cd Evening Worship 7.00 pm.
CHURCH OF CHRIST
201 S. Florida A\e. & Orange St.
773-9678
Bible Study 10 00 a.m
Worship Ser'tce II 00 a.m..
Wednesday .. 7 00 p.m.
CHURCH OF CHRIST
Will Duke Road
773-2249
Sunday Morning Wrship 9 30 a m
Sunday Bible Class II 30 a m
Sunday Etening Worship 6"00 p m
Wed. Night Bible Class 7 00 p m
Men's Leadership & Training Class -
2nd Sunda, of Month 4 00 p m
CHURCH OF GOD
SMartin Luther King Blhd.
767-0199
CHURCH OF GOD
OF THE FIRST BORN
807 S. 8th Ace.
773-4576
CHURCH OF JESUS CHRIST
OF LATTER-DAY SAINTS
630 Hanchey Rd. 773-3532
Sacrament leeiung C 00 a.m
Sunday School 1000am.
Priesihood II 00 a m
CONISHUNITY LIGHTHOUSE
903 Summit St. 735-8681
Sunday School 10 O am.
Sunday Morning I 1.00 am.
Sunday Night 6.00 p m
\Vednesday Night ..7 30( p m
ENDTIME CROSSROAD MINISTRY
501 N. 9th & Georgia St. 773-3470
Sunday School 10 00 a.m
SMorning Service 1130 am
Evening Ser ice ....................7:30 p.m.
Wed. Bible St. & Yth. Gath 7-30 p m.
Fri. Night (Holy Ghost Night) .7 30 p.m.


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WAUCHULA

FAITH PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
114 N.7th Ave. 773-2105
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Worship ...................11:00 a.m.
Sunday Worship 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Supper....................6:15 p.m.
Wednesday Youth Fellowship ..6:50 p.m.
Wednesday Bible Study............7:00 p.m.

CHURCH OF NAZARENE
511 W. Palmetto St. 767-8909
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Service:.....................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ......................5:00 p.m.
Thursday Service ......................7:00 p.m.
FAITH TEMPLE CHURCH OF GOD
701 N. 7th Ave 773-3800
Praise & Worship.................... 10:30 a.m.
Evening Service 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday Night Service ........7:00 p.m.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH
1570 W. Main St. 773-4182
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ...................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship .......................6:30 p.m.
FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH'
MISSION BAUTISTA
713 E. Bay St. 773-4722
Escuela Dominical....................9:45 a.m.
Servicio de Adoracion ............11:00 a.m.
Predicacion 11:30 a.m.
Estudio Biblie, Miercoles ........7:30 a.m.
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH
1121 W. Louisiana St. 773-9243
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Worship Service ........... 0.......10:45 a.m.
Wed. Youth Meeting .....6:30- 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday Service .................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Bible Study ..6:30- 7:00 p.m.
FIRST CHURCH OF
THE NAZARENE
511 W. Palmetto St.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Service......................11:00 a.m.
Evening,Worship ....................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ....................1:00 p.m.
FIRST MISSIONARY
BAPTIST CHURCH
1347 Martin Luther King.Ave.
773-6556
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Morning Service.................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship .....................6:00 p.m.
Tues. Youth Ministry Meeting/
Bible Study 6:00 p.m.
Wed. Prayer/Bible Study .........7:00 p.m.
FIRST UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
207 N. Seventh Ave. 773-0657
Early Worship 9:00 a.m.
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Traditional Worship..............11:00 a.m.
Evening Service 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday Activities:..............6:00 p.m.

FLORIDA'S FIRST ASSENIBLY
OF GOD CHURCH
Now Meeting at
Northside Baptist Church
912 N. EIGHTH AVE. 773-9386.
Sunday Morning Sei ice ..... 8:30 a m
S Eening Worship. .. 6'00 p m.
Tuesday Youth Ministry. 7-00 p.m.
Adult Tuesday Servce .7-00 p m
THE GOSPEL TABERNACLE
Pentecostal
810 W. Tennessee St. 773-3753
Morning Sen ice .. 10.00 a m
Erening Worship .......6.00p m
%Wednesda.y Serice. .7 00 pm
HEARTLAND
COMMUNITY CHURCH
1262 W. Main St. 767-6500
Coffee & Donuts .9 00 a m "*
Sunday School. 9-30 a m
%Worship 10-30 a m
Wed. Night Dinner... .... 600 p m
Wed Body builders Adult CI
Crossroads & Lighthouse Min 7 00 p m.

IGLESIA DE DIOS
PENTECOSTAL, M.I.
903 E. Summit St. (863) 452-6693
Pastor: Reinaldo Orliz
Manes ...7 30 9 00 pm
Vierns 7 30 9 00 p.m.
Domungo I1 -00 a m 1:00 p.m.

IGLESLA ADVENTISTA DEL
SEPTIMO DL4
Old Bradenton Road'
767-1010
SJEHOVAH'S WITNESSES ENGLISH
155 Altman Road 1131
Sunday Morning. 10'00 am:
Tuesday E\ening .7 30pm
Thursday Eicning 7 30 p m.
JEHOVAH'S WITNESSES SPANISH
Sunday Evening 4:00p.m.
SMonday E\enng .. 7:30 p.m.
Wednesday Elenmng 7 30 p m
LAKE DALE BAPTIST CHURCH
3102 Heard Bridge Road 773-6622
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Service.....................11:00 a.m.
: Evening Worship ...............6:00 p.m. .
Wednesday Pra'er 700 pm.
NEW BEGINNING CHURCH
Corner of 7th Ave. & Palmetto St.
.735-0555
NEW HOPE BAPTIST CHURCH
1999 State Road 64 East
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Service..........11:00 a.m.
Church Training 5:15 p.m.
Evening Worship ...................6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ................7:00 p.m.


WAUCHULA

NEW MT. ZION A.M.E. CHURCH
10 Martin Luther King Ave. 767-0023
Morn. Worship (1st & 3r Sun.) 8:00 a.m.
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m.
2nd Sunday Youth Service........4:00 p.m.
Allen Christian Endeavor ........4:00 p.m.
Wed. & Fri. Bible Study ..........7:00 p.m.

NORTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH
912 N. 8th Ave. 773-6947
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m.
Discipleship Training................6:00 p.m.
Evening Worship ...................7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Supper...................5:30 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer .................6:45 p.m.
OAK GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH
4350 W. Main St. 735-0321
Sunday School 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship .................... 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Bible Study ............6:30 p.m.
PEACE VALLEY LUTHERAN
CHURCH
1643 Stenstrom Road 773-2858
Sunday Service 10:00 a.m.
Sunday Fellowship.................11:00 a.m.
Weight Watchers
meet Thursday ......................5:00 p.m.

PROGRESSIVE MISSIONARY
BAPTIST CHURCH
149 Manley Road East Main 773-5814
Sunday School 9:30 a.m.
Worship Service......................11:00 a.m. .
Wed. Evening Prayer ................7:00 p.m.

RIVERVIEW HEIGHTS MISSIONARY
BAPTIST CHURCH
1321 S.R. 636 East 773-3344
Radio Program WZZS Sundays9:00 a.m.
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship ..................11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship .....................6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer ..................7:00 p.m.

SOUL HARVEST MINISTRY
1337 Hwy. 17 South, Wauchula
Sunday School 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship ....................11:00 a.m.
Evening Service 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Service ................7:00 p.m.

ST. ANN'S EPISCOPAL CHURCH
--204-N. 9thAve. 773-6418
Sunday 9:00 a.m.
Holy Days
ST. MICHAEL'S
CATHOLIC CHURCH
408 Heard Bridge Road 773-4089
Saturday Mass (English) .....:....:500 p.m.
(Spanish) ............7:30 p.m.
Sunday (English) ....................9:00 a:m.
(Spanish) .................... 10:30 a.m.
(Creole) 1:00 p.m.
Daily Mass in English ............8:30 a.m.

SEVENTH DAY
ADVENTIST CHURCH
205 S. 11th Ave. 773-9927
Sabbath School 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship... ....11 00 a.m.
Tues. Pra)er Meeting 7 00 p.m.
SOUTHSIDE BAPTIST CHURCH
505 S. 10th Ae. 773-4368
Sunday School 9 45 a m
Morning Woship 11.00 a m
Evening Worship 600 p m
Wednesday Prayer 7 00 p m

SPIRIT WIND TABERNACLE
1652 Old Bradenlon Road
773-2946
Sunday Morning Worship 10 30 a m
SEening Worship 6 00 p m
Wednesday Worship 7 30 p.m.
Friday Worship.. ....... ... ...7:30 p.m.
TABERNACLE OF PRAISE & JOY
116 Orange St.
Sunday School ..... ....... 10:00 a.m.
MorningWorship.. .. .... .11:30 a.m.,
Evening Worship .. .. 7:00 p.m.
Tues Bible Stdy & Child Train 7 00 p m
Fnrda Prayer Serice 7 00 p.m

WAUCHULA CHUiRCH OF GOD
1543 Martin Luther King Jr. AMe.
773-0199
Sunday School .. .. ... 10:00 a.m.
: morning Worship ....... .., 11:15 a.m.
E\ening Worship .. ...... ... 6:00 p.m.
Wed Night Fam Training .... 7:30 p.m.
SThurs Youth Bible Study 7:00 p.m.
Friday Night Worship .:.. 7:30 p.m.

WAUCHULA HILLS
BAPTIST CHURCH
615 Rainey Blid. 773-4010 773-3683'
' Sunday) School ......... 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ....... 11 00a m
Church Training ... .......6:00 p.m.
SEtening Worship : '7:00 p.m.
WVednesda) Prayer .,7:00 p.m.

WAlUCHULA HILLS HARV\EST
TEMPLE ASSEMBLY OF GOD
210 Anderson
Sunday School .... ... 10:00 a.m.
Church ......... ... .... 10:00 a.m.
Youth Secr ce i ............. 6:00 p.m.
Evening Service ............7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Service.......... 7:30 p.m.


WAUCHULA HILLS
SPANISH CHURCH OF GOD
1000 Stansfield Rd.
--Sunday School .... ... 10:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ........... 7:30 p.m.
Tuesday Prayer.......... ... 7:30 p.m.
Thursday) Worship .......... 7:30 p.m.
Saturday Worship ........... 7:30 p.m.


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WAUCHULA
WAUCHULA REVIVAL CENTER
(Full Gospel)
501 N. 9th Ave.
Sunday School ............ 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m.
Youth & Child. Church....... 6:00 p.m.
Evening Worship ............. 7:00 p.m.
Wed. Bible Study ........... 7:00 p.m.
Men's Fri. Prayer ........... 7:00 p.m.

WAUCHULA WORSHIP CENTER
102 N. 6th Ave. (Earnest Plaza)
773-2929
Sunday Service............ 10:30 a.m.
Evening Service ............ 6:30p.m.
Wednesday Service.......... 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Youth Service ..... 7:00 p.m.

ZOLFO SPRINGS

CHARLIE CREEK BAPTIST
CHURCH -
6885 State Road 64 East 773-3447
Sunday School .......... 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ........... 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Worship......... 7:00 p.m.

CHRISTIAN HERITAGE
64 E. & School House Road
Church 735-8585 Parsonage 735-0443
Sunday School. ............ 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 10:30 a.m.
Children's Church.......... 10:30 a.m.
Evening Worship ........... 6:00 p.m.
Wed. Youth & F.T.H ........ 7:00 p.m.

COMMUNITY WESLEYAN CHURCH
Gardner
Sunday School ............ 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ....... ... 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Service........... 7:00 p.m.

CREWSVILLE BETHEL
BAPTIST CHURCH
8251 Crewsville Road
Church 735-0871 Pastor 773-6657
Sunday School .............. 9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship ........... 11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ........... 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer .......... 7:00 p.mm

EVANGELISTIC HOLINESS
CHURCH INC.
Corner of 6th and Hickory
Sunday School ... .:-. -.. :. 10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m.
Evening Worship ........... 7:00 p.m.
Wednesday.... ........... 7:30 p.m.

FIRST UNITED
METHODIST CHURCH
Corner of 6th & Suwanee 735-0114
Bible Study...... ....... 10:00 a.m.
Worship Service ........... 11:00 a.m.

G IRDNER BAPTIST CHURCH
Soulh H-cy. 17 494-5456
Sunday School ..... 10 100 a m
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m:
Wednesday Prayer .......... 7:00 p.m.

MARANATHA BAPTIST CHURCH
Corner of Stewe Roberts Special
& Oxendine Rds. 735-2524 735-1851
Sunday School ........... 10:00 a.m.
Worship ................ 11:00 a:m.
EveEning .. ..... .. .... .... 6:00 p.m.
SWed Bible & Prayer Meetl.. .. 7:00 p.m.

PENTECOSTAL CHURCH OF GOD
FAITH TEMPLE
SOak Street
Sunday Worship ........ 10:00 a.m.
, Evening Worship :.....7:00 p.m.
Tuesday Worship i.7 30 p m.
Thursday Worship ........ 7:30 p.m.
Saturday Worship............ 7:30 p.m.


PRIMITIVE BAPTIST CHURCH
Pioneer Park
2nd Sunday .. .. ..... ..10:30 a.m.
Evening Service .. .........6:30 p.m.
5th Sunday..... ...... 6 00 pm


ZOLFO SPRINGS

REALITY RANCH COWBOY
CHURCH
2-1/2 Miles east of
Zolfo Springs on Hwy. 66
863-735-8600
-Sunday School... ..... ..9:45 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m.
Last Friday of Each Month Cowboy
Fellowship ............... 7-9 p.m.

ST. PAUL'S MISSIONARY
BAPTIST CHURCH
3676 U.S. Hwy. 17 South 735-0636
Sunday School.............. 9:30 a.m.
Morning Worship ............ 11 a.m.
Wed. Prayer Service ......... 7:00 p.m.

SAN ALFONSO MISSION
3027 Schoolhouse Lane 773-5889
Domingo, Misa en Espanol... 10:30 a.m.
Confesiones ............... 10:00 a.m.
Doctrina ................. 11:30 a.m..

SPANISH MISSION
735-8025
Escuela Dominica ......... 10:00 a.m.'
Servicio ................. 11:00 a.m.'
Pioneer Club. .............. 6:30 p.m.
Servicio de la Noche ........ 7:00 p.m.
Mierecoles Merienda ........ 6:00 p.m.
Servicio ..... ........... 8:00 p.m.
Sabado Liga de Jovenes ...... 5:00 p.m.

ZOLFO BAPTIST CHURCH
311 E. 4th Ave. 735-1200
Sunday School ........... .10:00 a.m.
Morning Worship .......... 11:00 a.m.
Training Union............. 5:00 p.m.
Evening Worship ........... 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday Prayer .......... 7:30 p.m..





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During the past week, sheriff's deputies and city police officers
investigated the following incidents and made the following arrests.

COUNTY
June 13, Andrew Scott Davis, 21, of 66-H Wellesley Drive, Bradenton,
was arrested by Dep. Paul Johnson on a charge of failure to appear in court
on a charge of possession of liquor by a person under 21.

June 12, a tag stolen on South Florida Ave., a vehicle stolen on Rodeo
Drive and a residential burglary on CR 663 N. were reported.

June 10, Rajeeni Debora Faulk, 25, of 446 Honeysuckle St.,
Wauchula, was arrested by Dep. Mixon Trammell and charged with domes-
tic battery.
June 10, burglary of a conveyance on Clifton Bryan Road, and thefts
on U. S. 17 S., Maude Road and U.S. 17 North were reported.

June 9, Estefana Guajardo, 30, of 1941 SW Morelia Lane, Port St.
Lucie, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a capias alleging trespass on a
structure.
June 9, Cynthia Kay Gillespie, 43, of 1153 Mocking Bird Road, Zolfo
Springs, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a Highlands County warrant
alleging violation of probation (original charge DUI).
June 9, Esbeida Maldonado, 22, of 2150 Stansfield Road, Wauchula,
was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on warrants alleging violation of proba-
tion (original charges two counts possession of methamphetamine).
June 9, Edward Hernandez, 22, of 3060 Hickory Court, Zolfo Springs,
was arrested by Dep. Todd Souther and charged with domestic battery, bat-
tery and resisting arrest without violence. At the jail, Probation Ofc. Ed
Enfinger also charged Hernandez with violation of probation (original
charge possession of marijuana with intent to sell).
June 9, a robbery on SR 64 E., thefts on Shaw and Mansfield roads and
a fight on Hickory Court were reported.

June 8, Tania Janell Jerue, 37, of 310 Carlton St., Wauchula, was
arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a warrant, charging her with violation of
probation (original charge possession of drug paraphernalia) and capiases
charging her with possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of mar-
ijuana.
June 8, Juan Jose Alcantar, 22, of 11 N. Palmetto Ave., Fort Meade,
was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a warrant alleging violation of proba-
tion (original charge possession of methamphetamine).
June 8, Victor Ortiz Velasquez, 30, of U. S. 17 Trailer Park, Bowling
Green, was arrested by corrections Ofc. B. Powell on a Collier County war-
rant allegingfailure to appear in court.
June 8, a residential burglary on Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., a busi-
ness burglary on U. S. 17 South and a theft on U. S. 17 South were report-
ed.

June 7, Joe Arthur Byers, 39, of 2523 Garza Road, Zolfo Springs, was
arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a Polk County warrant alleging neglect of
family.
June 7, Marcus Lanier Robinson, 23, of 5015 N. Mason-Dixoi Ave.,
Bowling Green, was arrested by the countywide. Drug Task Force and
charged with possession of marijuana, possession of marijuana within


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1,000 feet of a church with intent to sell and transportation of drug para-
phernalia.
June 7, Lawrence Smith, 22, of 4536 Seminole Trail, Wauchula, was
arrested by Sgt. Barry Schnable on 1 rrants alleging violation of probation
(original charges burglary of a strut. .-e and grand theft of a firearm).
June 7, a vehicle was reported stolen.

June 6, Timothy Bryant 42, of 2470 Heard Bridge Road, Wauchula,
was arrested by Dep Joe Marble on a charge of non-support.
June 6, Christopher Daniel Torres, 25, of 417 SE Eighth St., Zolfo
Springs, was arrested by Sgt. Thomas Souther and charged with DUI.
June 6, Dennis Wayne Robinson, 44, of 415 W. Orange St., Bowling
Green, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on a capias charging him with non-
support.
June 6, Asael Truijo, 23, and Juan Antonio Perez-Montoya, 20, both of
1803 N. Main St,, Hendersonville, N.C., were arrested by Dep. Todd
Souther and each charged with retail theft.
June 6, Samuel Antonio Fabila, 24, of 212 Louisiana St., Wauchula,
was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on warrants charging him'with violation
of probation (original charges burglary of a structure, grand theft and
forgery) and capiases alleging failure to appear in court on charges of grand
theft, uttering a forged instrument, forgery and three counts driving while
license suspended.
June 6, Kevin Michael Browning, 33, of 505 Victoria Blvd,
Auburndale, was arrested by Dep. Joe Marble on warrants alleging viola-
tion of probation (original charges two counts sexual battery).
June 6, Dimas Vasquez Guardiola, 47, of 4044 Dixianna Drive,
Bowling Green, was arrested by Sgt. Barry Schnable on warrants alleging
violation of probation (original charges DUI and driving while license sus-
pended).
June 6, vehicles stolen on Ten Mile Grade, CR 663 and Murphy Road,
thefts on Buttonwood Drive and Chester Avenue and burglary of a con-
veyance on U. S. 17 North were reported.

WAUCHULA
June 12, Johnny Lee Cook, 59, General Delivery, Wauchula, was
arrested by Ofc. Justin Wyatt and charged with disorderly intoxication.

June 11, Teofilo Pureco, 52, of 3536 SR 64 E., Myakka City, was
arrested by Ofc. Justin Wyatt and charged with DUI.
June 11, criminal mischief on U. S. 17 South was reported.

June 10, a fight on W. Main St. was reported.

June 9, a business burglary on N. Eighth Ave. was reported..

June 8, a 14-year-old Wauchula youth was arrested by Ofc. Justin
Wyatt and charged with possession of marijuana.
June 8, a residential burglary on Eddy St. and vehicle stolen on S. First
Ave. were reported.

June 7, Senghor Dice Dispinosse, 23, of 441 Cart Court, Kissimmee,
was arrested by Ofc. Angie Hill and charged with throwing a missile atan
occupied vehicle.
June 7, Sharon Juanita Allgood, 38, of 530 E. Broward St., Bowling
Green, was arrested by Ofc. Chris Baty and sheriff's Dep. Danny O'Bryan
on capiases alleging burglary of a dwelling. At the jail, Probation Ofc. Ed
Enfinger charged her with violation of probation (original charge habitual
driving while license suspended).
June 7, criminal mischief on U. S. 17 was reported.

June 6, Ricky Dean Williams, 48, P.O. Box 1850, Zolfo Springs, was
arrested by Capt. Dennis Lake and charged with DUI and driving while
license suspended.
June 6, a tag stolen on Tulane Ave. and a theft on U. S. 17 South were
reported.

BOWLING GREEN
June 12, Kevin Leonard Collazo, 43, of 409 Walton Ave., Wauchula,
was arrested by Ofc. Jereme Bridges and charged with possession of
cocaine and violation of license restrictions.
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June 8, criminal mischief was reported.

ZOLFO SPRINGS
June 12, Mario Reynaldo Lopez-Hernandez, 23, General Delivery,
Zolfo Springs, was arrested by Ofc. Ricky Selph and charged with carrying
a concealed weapon, discharging a firearm in public and no valid license.
June 12, Roberto Moralez Cruz, 20, of 3030 Hickory Court, Zolfo
Springs, was arrested by Ofc. Ricky Selph and charged with disorderly con-
duct.

June 11, a residential burglay on SE Eighth Ave. was reported.

June 8, criminal mischief on SR 64 E. was reported.

June 6, Florence Lorraine Huffman, 42, of 310 Carlton St., Wauchula,
was arrested by Ofc. Ray Mitchell and charged with two counts petit theft
and two counts dealing in stolen property.




For the week ended June 9, 2005:
At the Florida Livestock Auctions, receipts totaled 9,565 compared to
last week 4,888 and 10,943 a year ago. According to the Florida Federal-
State Livestock Market News Service: slaughter cows and bulls were
steady, feeder steers and heifers steady to firm.


Feeder Steers:




Feeder Heifers:


Medium & Large Frame No. 1-2:
200-300 lbs., 160.00-245.00;
300-400 lbs., 134.00-180.00; and
400-500 lbs., 118.00-142.00.

Medium & Large Frame No. 1-2:
200-300 lbs., 144.00-230.00;
300-400 Ibs., 125.00-151.00; and
400-500 lbs., 112.00-136.00.


Slaughter Cows: Lean: 750-1200 lbs; 85-90 percent, 50.00-58.00.

Slaughter Bulls: Yield Grade No. 1-2, 1000-2100 lbs; 64.00-73.00.


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4C The. Herald-Advocate, June 16, 2005



WnayBack When


This week' in history, as
researched and compiled by Bess
Allen Stallings from the archival
pages of The Florida Advocate,
the Hardee County Herald and
The Herald-Advocate of...

50 YEARS AGO
Helen Scott Maddox, daughter of
Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Maddox, and
Wayne Johnson, son of Mr. and
Mrs. B.J. Johnson, Bowling Green,
were presented the American
Legion Citizenship award at the
graduation ceremony for the
Hardee County High School last
week.
The awards, based on qualities of
citizenship and leadership, were
presented by Carl Hanna, represent-
ing the Herger Williams Post No. 2,
American Legion.
Listed in the Page One story are
the! following award winners:
Gloria Roberts and Robert
Williams, Babe Ruth Award; Patti
Daughtry, Daughters of the
American Revolution; Joyce
Maxwell and Thurman Lowe,
Danforth Award; Maddox and John
Lamb, Herf-Jones Scholarship
awards; Ronnie Smith and Shirlene
Hart, Herf-Jones Citizenship
awards; Jack Pepper, Star Chapter
Farmer for Future Farmers of
America; Tim Counts, Jerald Farr
Award; Gloria Roberts and Robert,
Moon, School. of Journalism
awards; Bob Norris, All Southwest
Florida Conference Award;' Minor
Bryant, Jack Dennis Memorial
Award; Charles McLeod, Roy
Petteway Award; Reynolds Allen,
Bob Maddox Award; Dan Ray.
Hunter. Edgar Southerland Award;
and Judith .Linder and Kay
McDonald. Wednesday Musicale.
awards. .

LHardee County School bus dri-,
vers, mechanics and members of
the school board and their families
gathered at the new school bus
garage for a barbecue supper and a
dedication of the new bus garage
last Thursday night. :,

Sue Roberts (pictured on Page
One) was chosen vice-president of'
the State Council at the 40th Annual
State 4-H club Girls' Short Course
in Tallahassee. She has just com-
pleted her eighth year in 4-H club
'work and is president of her local
club at New Hope and the Junior
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county Council.

Veteran Cardinal Scout Mercer
Harris has been assigned to handle
the workouts for the Red Bird try-
out.camp scheduled at City Park in
Wauchula on Monday and Tuesday,
June 20th and 21st.
Harris, Cardinal Scout covering
the Georgia-Florida area, hoped
that a large group of young players
in the 17-to-23-year age bracket
would be on hand.

The Hardee Livestock Market
had the largest sale in over a year
last Thursday with 892 head of cat-
tle sold through the auction ring.

Within the past weeks, 92 seats
of the Hardee Theatre have been
destroyed in manner pictured (on
Page Two) by vandals. Knives were
used to cut the seat and back covers.
A reward of $100 for information
leading to the arrest and conviction
of those destroying theatre property,
has been offered. Damage to the
theatre has been set at over $500 by
the management.

From the "Zolf Springs" column:
-Mi. Maurice Ballard left
Sunday for Trenton where he will
be working as an inspector.
-Miss Roxie Bentley left
Wednesday for Auburndale where
she will visit with her family, the
C.B. Bentleys, for about a week.
While away, she will attend the
wedding of her brother, Jack, at the.
First Baptist Church in Lakeland
Thursday evening.
-Mr. and Mrs. L.S. Judah are
spending part of a week's vacation
fishing at Arbuckle Lake.
-The drug store reopened on
Saturday, June 11th, under the man-
agaement of Mr. and Mrs. C.T.
Collins. Itlwill be known as Collins
Sundries,
'-Mrs. Hubert Lanier and Mollie
went to Lakeland last Wednesday
where they, were guests of her
daughter. Mrs. I.J. Paige, while
Mrs. Lanier attended sessions of the
Methodist Conference.
-Rev. Arthur Davis will be the
new pastor of the Zolfo Springs-
Friendship Methodist Churches for
the coming year.

25 YEARS AGO
Pictued are members of the
Hardee High School Flag Corp


NOTICE OF SPECIAL MEETING

The Hardee County Economic Development District Board,.
(Dependent District Board) will hold a special meeting on
Thursday, June 16, 2005, at 8:30 a.m. in the County
Commission Chambers, 412 West Orange Street, Room 102,
Wauchula. The Regular Meeting of the Board of County
Commissioners will start at 8:45 a.m.

For more information call the County Manager's office at
8631773-9430.

This is a Disabled-Accessible facility. Any disabled person
needing to make special arrangements should contact the
County Commissioner's office at least forty-eight (48) hours
prior to the public meeting.
This notice is published in compliance with Florida Statutes
286.0105.
Interested parties may appear at the public meeting and be
heard. If a person decides to appeal any decision made by
the members, with respect to any matter considered at such
meeting or hearing, he will need a record of the
proceedings, and that, for such purpose, he may need to
ensure that a verbatim record of the proceeding is made,
which record' includes the testimony and evidence upon
which the appeal is to be.based.


David Royal, Chairman .06:16

MEETING NOTICE
TIME CHANGE


The regular meeting of the Hardee County
Board of County Commissioners will begin
at 8&45 a.m. on, Thursday, June 16, 2005
instead of 8:30.a.m.


The meeting will be held in the County
Commission Chambers, 412 West Orange
Street, Room 102, Wauchula.


For more information please call the
County Manager's Office at 863/773-9430.

This is a Disabled-Accessible facility. Any disabled person
needing to make special arrangements should contact the County
Commissioner's office at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the
public meeting.
This notice is published in compliance with Florida Statutes
286.0105.
Interested parties may appear at the public meeting and be heard
.If a person decides to appeal any decision made by the members,
with respect to any matter considered at such meeting or hearing,
he will need a record of the proceedings, and that, for such
purpose, he may need to ensure that a verbatim record of the
proceeding is made, which record includes the testimony and
i'evidenct upon which the appeal is to bebased.

Gordon It. Norris Chairman 06:16


A Daily Thought

THURSDAY
Our God is in heaven. He does
what He pleases. The Lord. will.
bless those who respect Him,
from the smallest to.the great-
est. May you be blessed by the
Lord who made heaven and
earth.
Psalms 115:3, 13, 15 (NCV)


FRIDAY
SNow .faith means putting full.
confidence in the things we
hope for; it means being certain
. of things we cannot see ... and it
is, after all, only by faith that our
Minds accept as fact that the
whole scheme of time and
space was created by God's
command.
S* Hebrews 11:1, 3 (PME)

SATURDAY
The Lord says, "Let not the wise
man bask in his wisdom, nor the
mighty man in his might, nor the
rich man in his riches. Let them
boast in this alone: that they truly
know and understand Me, and
understand that I am the Lord of
justice and of righteousness,
whose love is steadfast.
S.Jeremiah 9. 23-24a (TLB)

SUNDAY
Thank God, the God and Father
of our Lord Jesus Christ, that in
His great mercy we have been
.born again into a life full of hope,
Through Christ's rising again
from the dead.
I Peter 1:3 (PME)

MONDAY
Then, you will call, and the Lord
will answer; you will cry for help,
and He will say, "Here am I,"
Isaian 58.9 (NIl\'

TUESDAY
But God chose what is foolish in
the world to shame the wise; He
choSe what is weak in the world
to shame the strong, so no
human being might boast in the
presence of God. He-is the
source 'of your life in Jesus
Christ.
I Corinthians 1: 27-28b, 29 (NEB)

WEDNESDAY
Evil people do not understand
justice, but those who follow the
Lord understand it completely. It
is better to be poor and inno-
cent than to be rich and wicked.
Proveros 28-56 (NCV)
All verses are excerpted from The
Holy Bible: (KJV) King James
Version; (NCV) New Century
Version (NEB) New English Bible,
.(NIV) New International Version;
(RSV) Revised Standard Version;
(PME) Phillips Modern English;
and (TLB) The Living'Bible.


which served as flag bearers for the
Flag Day celebration on the parking
lot of the Elk's Club Saturday.
Shown holding the flags are Crystal
Rachel, Juanita Pollock, Livia
Long, Lori Creasman, Marilyn
Davis and Valerie Best.

Frank W. Tayntor has signed a
letter of intent to run for Supervisor
of Schools in the upcoming elec-
tion. The incumbent is John Terrell,
who is finishing his first four-year
term.
Lorne Yetter, incumbent, has
signed a letter of intent to seek re-
election as Supervisor of Elections.
Yetter has opposition from three
candidates: Gerald Shackelford,
David Huss and William "Sonny"
Coker.
G.W. (Dick) Williams has with-
drawn from the race for county
commissioner of district 3, Other
.candidates who have signed a letter
of intent are Charles Heath, incum-
bent, Preston Wood and John Roy
Gough.

The Hare and the Hound Balloon
Race Saturday at 4 p.m. at the Agri-
Civic Center will have 20 balloon
pilots vying for a $500 purse. There
will be a second and third prizes of
$300 and $200.
The Hardee balloon will be flown
by Colvin Rouse, owner of Sport
Balloons, with Tampa Tribune
Sports Editor Tom McEwen as his
passenger. Rouse will take off 10 to
15 minutes ahead of the Hounds.
The winner of the race will.be the
'Hound pilot that brings his balloon
down nearest to the Hare.

Pictured on Page Three is Cpl.
Vreen Crawford inspecting a tractor
which was responsible for an incon-
venient power losage in downtown
Wauchula on Friday. William Riley
Monies II was mowing the lot
across the street from Don's


Laundry on East Bay Street when
he hit a cable which set off a chain
'action.

Mr. and Mrs. Carl C. Henson Jr.
of Alexandria, Va., announce the
engagement of their daughter,
Melinda Gail of Wauchula, former-
ly of Alexandria, to George Nelson
Lackey, son of Mr. and Mrs. C., ;e
.E. Lackey of Wauchula. )(The cou-
ple are pictured.)
The wedding is planned for Aug.
2 at First Baptist Church of
Wauchula. Further plans will be
announced.

Mr. and yrs. T.J. Gilley of Zolfo
Springs will celebrate their 25th
wedding anniversary on June 21.
Children, of the couple will be
honoring their parents at the
Wauchula Church of God fellow-
ship hall on North Seventh Avenue
4-6 p.m. all friends and relatives of
the couple are invited.

Pictured are the new'officers of
the local DAR Chapter: Mrs. James
(Jewell) Roy, regent; Mrs. Murray
(Bonita) Swann, vice regent; Mrs.
Kenneth (Virginia) Valentine,, chap-
lain; Mrs. James (June) Fitzpatrick,
secretary; and Mrs. George
(Louise) Gantt, treasurer. Mrs.
William Mac (Hazel) Autry, regis-
trar, was not present for the picture.

Mrs. Sharon Sockalosky (pic-
tured) was recently elected' secre-
tary and treasurer for the state chap-
ter of Dance Masters of America, an
international organization of certi-
fied dance teachers. She has served
as secretary of the 'state organiza-
tion for the past seven years and is
Currently serving on the National
Board of Directors for an eighth
term.
Mrs. Scokalosky will visit
Atlanta'June 27-July 2 for a teach-
ers'.seminar and study ballet, tap,
jazz, character and gymnastics with
internally know teachers. includ-
ing, Rudy Bachna, an international
g mnastic judge and teacher.


10 YEARS AGO
Cargill Fertilizer Inc. and Mobil
Mining and Minerals Co. are work-
ing on an agreement for Cargill to
purchase Mobil's assets in Hardee
and southern Polk counties. A letter
,of intent was signed last last week,
accoridng to a press release.
The proposed purchase includes
27,000 acres of phosphate reserved
in Hardee and Polk.


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ruin the liver he was born with. He
no longer drinks alcoholic beverages.
It is great to see someone turn his
life around for the better.
-Anna Cowart says, "Thanks! to
my many friends who visited me
here at my new home-Hardee
Manor Care Center-and helped
me celebrate my 95th birthday May
18, 1995."

An advertisement reads: "Thank
you for your response to the open-
ing of Hardee County Title &
Abstract Company, 107 E. Main St.,
Wauchula. Offering a full time of
title services, including, title insur-
ance, closings, searches and
abstracts." Pictured is Margaret C.
Gill, Title Agent/Manager.

A Hardee County grand jury has
handed down an indictment in the
murder of a local veterinarian. The
18-member panel voted to charge
Eugenio Rocha-Zamora (pictured)
with the March 17 first-degree mur-
der and armed robbery of Dr.
Harold E.Henderson.
Following the testimony of Maj.
Farrell' Hendrix, major crimes
investigator for the Hardee County
Sheriff's Office, jurors presented
the state attorney's office with a
"true bill," finding sufficient evi-
dence to go ahead with prosecution.
Though arrest warrants were
sworn out for Zamora in April, the
grand jury indictment is a necessary


This dog was surrendered at the shelter.
It is a one-owner dog.
Full blooded Vizsla, male.
Has rabies shot and been neutered.
yi The adoption fee will only be $10.00.








Adoption trees are $45 and include a rabies vaccination, spaying or neutering of
the animal, a phb sical exam, flea treatment and lots of other goodies for your new
family member. .-\ the present time, the kennel is open by appointment. Contact
773-2320 if ou are interested in any of the other animals that desperately need a
loving home. The kennel's location is685 Airport Road, Wauchula (at the county
landfill).

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but my Aunt Lois in North Carolina
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Mantle has a new liver. This will
hopefully give him several more 7
years oflife, timeto spend with his __
three sons. .
Mantle is a true baseball hero. He .
readily admits that 40 years of-
heavy alcohol consumption helped


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step in this, a capital felony case.
If captured and convicted,.
Zamora could face the death penal-
ty.
Zamora, 27, is an itinerant farm-
worker with a crimianl record in
Texas.

Dr. Kayum Mohammadbhoy,
MD, FACOG. through and adver-
tisement, has announced that he is
now accepting patients at his 1103
S. 6th Ave., Wauchula, office. For
the convenience of his Hardee
County patients, he will be sharing
offices with Heartland Pediatric'
Clinic located in the Wal-mart
Plaza.

Azalea Hill, the home of Tommy
and Elizabeth Underwood, will be
the setting for the celebration of
Hilah Cochrane's 100th brithday'
tomorrow (Friday). Mrs. Cochrane
is pictured.
She and her late husband,
William E., were part-owners of
J.W. Earnest Department Store, and:
having retired from teaching (26
years), she was employed there for
yet another 26 years. She prides
herself in never missing a day of
work.
She is a faithful member of Faith.i
Presbyterian Church and eagerly;
accepts invitations to local class,
reunions where she reminisces with:'
former students and faculty mem-r'
bers.


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June 16, 2005, The Herald-Advocate 5C


Safe Keeping
By Rich Shepard
Emergency Management Director


MANAGING YOUR EMERGENCIES
Well, once again Hurridane Season is upon us. I hope you took advan-
tage of the sales tax holiday for preparedness items. I believe this is a good
policy, and I hope it continues for years to come.
My focus for this month will be flooding. Inland and river flooding is a
potential hazard in Hardee County, especially if you live in a low lying area.
One of the most overlooked dangers residents face is flooding. Unless
you reside near a body of water, most people don't consider flooding a true
danger. Flash floods are a rapid rise in water along a stream or low-lying
urban area. They typically occur when slow moving thunderstorms or trop-
ical storms dump large quantities of rain in a concentrated area.
Here are some facts published by NOAA (National Oceanic and
Atmospheric Administration) that relate to flood awareness:
*It takes as little as two (2) feet of water to float a vehicle (this includes
trucks and SUV's).
*Water erodes the roadbed, increasing the driving hazard.
*Many flash floods occur at night making it harder to see the flooded
road.

New York and Vermont lead the United States in maple syrup pro-
duction but the Canadian province of Quebec produces more maple
syrup than all 50 states put together.


GENE DAVIS SAYS THANKS
Stop by and see why so many neighbors,
from Hardee County buy from me. Ranked in
the top 10 in customer satisfaction in Florida
I have received Ford's highest Sales Honor
S11 years running and been a member of
Ford's 300/500 Club for 19 years. Thanks
Again and stop by soon.
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A clear plastic tote or bin makes a great home'disaster kit. Be sure to
include activities for kids and lots of spare batteries. You can also electron-
icallyiscan.fam iiy photos at, most photo centers and store the photos on a
disciut the disj in your disaster kit in case you ha e to evacuate. If your
home is damaged, the photos can be reproduced. Remember, managing your
emergencies begins with you!


*One-half (50%) of all tropical storm-related deaths over the last 30
years are flood related.
*Historically, floods are long-term events that can last days or weeks.
*NOAA monitors 10,000 stream gauges throughout the United States.
and publishes that data on its website daily.
So what can you do to avoid becoming a statistic? Follow these tips on
flood safety:
*Never drive where water is over the road. The depth of the water can
be misleading or even impossible to determine from inside your vehicle.
*Never swim, play, or wade in flood water. There may be hidden dan-
gers such as debris or contaminates in the water. In addition, the current
could easily increase in speed with no warning.
*If you come upon moving water that is deeper than your ankles, turn
around and go back. Most people can be swept off their feet in as little as 6
inches of water.
*If you are told to evacuate, do it immediately as conditions can wors-
en with little or no warning.
*Never drive past a barricade or "Road Closed" sign. They are placed
for you protection.
In addition, remember to stay out of flood damaged areas until you are
told it is safe to return. Your presence could hamper emergency crews or
worse, you could become a victim yourself. You can visit
http://weather.gov/om/severeweather/index.shtml, www.fema.gov, or
http://redcross.org to obtain additional information.
Of course, you can always visit us at 404 West Orange Street in
Wauchula to obtain additional information on flood preparedness and many
other disaster preparedness activities.
RECOVERY BY THE NUMBERS
As of May 2005, more than 1.2 million people have registered for assis-
tance from FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency) with $555
million in housing aid being distributed statewide. The SBA (Small
Business Administration) has approved more than 42,000 home loan appli-
cations, with nearly $2 billion authorized for loans. Those are encouraging
numbers, but there is still so much to accomplish. Locally, we still have
almost 50 travel trailers being used in the county and the temporary hous-
ing park has 148 out of its 150 units occupied.
ARE YOU READY?
Think. Do you know were the nearest shelter is? How will you get
there? What should bring? If you can't answer those questions or at least
know where to get those answers, you need a copy of the "All Hazards
Guide." This annual publication, made possible through a partnership
between government, public, and private business, is available at the Office
of Emergency Management, 404 West Orange Street in Wauchula. You can
also find copies at many local restaurants, offices and mobile home parks.
It's never too soon to start getting ready for potential dangers that can
affect your home and family. If you are a Special Needs person and you
haven't registered with us, now is the time. Even if you have registered in
the past, check with our office tomake sure you are still on our rolls. Also,
if you have had a change in your eligibility status, contact our office. Amy
Dubberly, Emergency Management Coordinator, will be happy to assist you
in any way possible.
ANSWERING THE CALL
Last month I made a request for volunteers to join our Community
Emergency Response Team (CERT). We are still looking for a "few good
men (and women)" to join us. If you're interested, come by the Office of
Emergency Management and pick up an application. All you need is some
free time, a clean driving record and the desire to help our community.
Speaking of answering the call, theHardee Cun chapter of the'
American Red Cross has found a new home. It is now located across the
street from the Emergency Operations Center in the Tri-County Recovery
building. Rhoda McCoy and her staff will be assisting the Hardee County
community by providing training and education. assisting victims of fire,
and offering many other recovery services. Contact the local American Red
Cross Chapter at 773-9097.


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DRINK YOUR MILK!
"Drink your milk!" Your mother used to say when you were growing
up. well you are never to old for milk. If you're over 21 and think milk' is
for children and babies, think again! About 75 percent of the calcium that
adults, as well as children, need is best supplied by milk and dairy products.
National Dairy Month has been celebrated since 1939 with a two-fold
purpose. First is to encourage greater consumption and enjoyment of milk
and other dairy foods. Second is to salute the dairy farm families whose
daily work assures the continued availability of these nutritious foods.
Why do we need calcium? Calcium is needed for our heart, muscles
and nerves to function properly and for blood clot. Calcium also keeps teeth
and gums healthy throughout our lives by helping baby teeth and adult teeth
develop properly and to remain strong and resist tooth decay. Calcium is
also important for preventing gum disease.
Perhaps the most important role calcium plays in the body, however, is
that of keeping our bones strong. Most of the calcium in bur bodies-99.per-
cent of it-is found in our bones. Without enough calcium, b6nes can become.
-fragile and break easily with very little stress. Because many children and
teens are not getting the calcium they need, the number of broken and frac-
tured bones continue to increase. Besides fractures, inadequate daily calci-
um intake may cause osteoporosis, a debilitating and potentially crippling
condition found mainly in the elderly population. Though osteoporosis does
not show up until we are adults, the problem starts by not getting enough
calcium as children and teens..
Eating and drinking lots of food with calcium during childhood can
help build a child's "bone bank" to store calcium for later in life. As adults,
this stored calcium can help keep bone strong. Our bodies continually
remove and replace small amounts of calcium from our bones. If your body
removes more calcium than it replaces, your bones will become weaker and
have a greater chance of breaking. But, by getting the recommended.
amount of calcium, you can help your bones stay strong.
How much calcium do we need? Dairy products supply this essential
daily nutrient in the human body. Persons from 9 to 99 need at least three
cups of calcium-rich foods each day. Milk, yogurt, and cheese products are
excellent sources of calcium and are easily absorbed and utilized by the
body. Non-dairy sources of calcium include kale, collard greens, niustard
greens, and salmon or sardines with edible bones. Those individuals who
include an assortment of dairy foods and calcium-rich foods in their diets
should be getting all the calcium they need naturally.
Supplements are sometimes recommended as additions to a balanced
diet for those people who have very high calcium needs: Pregnant and nurs-
ing women (especially teenagers), post-menopausal women not taking
estrogen, the elderly and those who have poor diets. In these cases, calcium
supplements are a quick and easy way to get extra calcium over and above.
that which is consumed from meals. However, most scientists agree that we
should get our calcium from natural sources. Calcium tablets, powders or
liquids should be taken only to "supplement" natural calcium intakes for
those people who have higher calcium requirements. Besides, pills don't
taste as good as a brownie with.a glass of milk or a slice of cheese pizza!:
Without our dairy farmers whose daily work assures the continued
availability of these calcium-rich foods, our nutritional health would sure-
ly suffer. In 1940, when the American Dairy Association was.organized,
dairy farmers in many states selected the well-established June Dairy
Month as the time to promote the nutritional importance of eating dairy-
rich foods. By 1955, ADA had a strong public relations program. Today
dairy products are promoted all year long through our national standard-the
Food Guide Pyramid. Dairy farmers continue to milk their cows at least
twice a day. As a result, the American people are able to enjoy dependable
supplies of milk, cheese, butter, ice cream and other real dairy foods every-
day. So, follow your mother's advice and, "Drink Your Milk!"
For further information, contact the Hardee County Extension Service
at 773-2164 or visit the American Dairy Association website.

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6C The Herald-Advocate, June 16, 2005


Court se Report


COUNTY COURT
The following marriage licens-
es were issued recently in the
office of the county court:
Mackinson Rither, 33, Orlando,
and Tasha Brown Justin, 26,
Orlando.
Adam Naranjo, 21, Wauchula,
and Lea Christine Smedley, 20,
Wauchula.
Alejandro DeLaCruz Tapia Jr.,
19, Zolfo Springs, and Christina
Maria Valdez, 18, Wauchula.
Paul Anthony Roberts, 23,
Wauchula, and Julia Lynn Howard,
23, Wauchula.
Matthew Zane Walker, 19,
Wauchula, and Adinai Alexandra
Homer, 19, Wauchula.
Joshua Scott Vaughn, 21,
Sarasota, and Samantha Rene
Wasden, 17, Sarasota.
Michael James Pollitt, 45, Avon


Park, and Denelle Ray Bivens, 21,
Avon Park.

The following small claims
cases were disposed of recently
by the county judge:
Country Manor Associates LTD
d/b/a Country Manor Apartments
vs. Jodi Oaks, judgment for posses-
sion.
David E. Crews vs. Kavin
Mitchell, judgment for eviction.
Samuel Delatorre vs. Julie Salas,
judgment for eviction and dam-
ages.
Catherine Flippin and Michael
Flippin vs. Nathaniel Wood and
Maria Wood, judgment for dam-'
ages.
Pilkington Tree Service Inc. vs.
Paul and Leticia Salinas, judgment.
Asset Acceptance LLC vs. Jack
R. Keller Jr., default judgment.


Asset Acceptance LLC vs.
Michael A. Miller, default judg-
ment,
Asset Acceptance LLC vs.
Stephanie Y. Britt, default judg-
ment:

There was no misdemeanor or
criminal traffic court last week as
the judge was on vacation.

CIRCUIT COURT
The following civil actions
were filed recently in the office of
the circuit court:
Mallory Alvarado vs. Darrell
Hines, petition for injunction for
protection.
Denise Michele Smith vs. John
Michael Chason, petition for
injunction for protection.
Rebecca R. Tamayo and Emilio
Tamayo Jr., divorce.
Hasan Williams vs. Takishia
Haygood, petition for injunction
for protection.
Mary Ann Garcia and Nicandro


Wante


Name: Melvin Charles
Patton
Age: 24
Height: 57"
Weight: 135
Last Address: 658
Chamberlain Blvd.,
Wauchula
Charge: Violation of proba-
tion (original charge pos-
session of cocaine).


Name:LaShonda Barbitt
Baker ..
Age: 30 ..
Height: 5'5"
Weight: 135
Last Address: 838
Pleasant Way, Bowling
Green
Charge: Violation of proba-
tion (original charge pos-
session of cocaine).


Name: Jerry Dean
Walker
Age:21
Height: 5'9"
Weight: 135
Last Address: 215 W.
First St., Frostproof
Charge: Violation of
probation (original
charge grand theft).


Name: Ellis Steven Hodges
Age: 30
: .' Height:: 5'11"
Weight:: 230
Last Address: 3707 N. Ninth
St., Zolfo Springs
Charge: Non-support.


Name: .Victor Lee McCarty
Age: 20
Height :5'11"
Weight: 145
Last Address: 315 Dade
St., Bowling Green
Charge: Possession of drug
paraphernalia.


Name: Elizah Scott
Mangiliman
Age: 18
Height: 6'4"
Weight: 325
Last Address: 631 -D E. Gay
St., Harrisonburg, Va
Charge: Violation of proba-
tion (onginal charge felony
battery).


Name: Ricardo Gonzales
Age: 45
Height: 57"
Weight: 180
Last Address: 2235 Harris
Road, Wauchula Hills
Charge: Possession of mari-
juana.


Name: Danny Lee Douglas
Age: 42
Height: 6'1"
Weight: 220
Last Address: 405
Columbus St., New Smyrna
Charge: Non-support


IThe Hardee County Sheriff's Office holds active warrants for the above individuals. If you
have any information concerning a listed person's whereabouts, call the SHERIFF'S
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Garcia, divorce.
Ronald Davis vs. James V.
Crosby Jr. and the state Department
of Corrections, petition for review
of inmate situation.
Pureza Mesquita vs. Marcial
Garibay, petition for injunction for
protection.
Keshia Watkins vs. James
Watkins, petition for injunction for
protection.
Sandy Jean Staon vs. Timothy
Paul Staton, petition for child sup-
port.
John M. Chason vs. Denise
Smith, petition for injunction 'for
protection.
Maria Laura Ordehi vs. Javier
Perez, petition for child support.

The following decisions on civil
cases pending in the circuit court
were handed down recently by
the circuit court judge:
Ronald A: Pridgen and Tammy
N. Pridgen, divorce.
Tikisha Williams vs. Hasan
Williams, injunction for protection.
First National Bank of Wauchula
vs. Eliseo Santiago-Cipriano et al,
judgment of mortgage foreclosure.
Kathryn and Michael Oberle
o/b/o minor child vs. Joseph J.
(Kevin) Conway (two cases), order
extending injunction for protection.
The state Department of
Children and Families (D-CAF)
and Department of Revenue (DOR)
vs. Jennie Smith, child support
order.
Wauchula Police Department vs.
Cornelia Vickers and RuthBatts,
judgment of forfeiture.
Lynn Parker and Michelle Parker
as co-personal representative- vs.
Travis J. Downey and William H.
Gilliard; dismissed.
Joseph J. Nolan and the Lea
Family Partnership LTD vs. First
Hardee Holding Corp. d/b/a First
National Bank of Wauchula, dis-
missal.
'UAP Distribution Inc. vs. Parker
Farms Inc. and Jimmy Parker, vol-
untary dismissal.
Kara Nichole Williams vs.
Donna Sue Williams, voluntary
dismissal of injunction for protec-
tion.
Lorenza Salazar and DOR vs.
George Alamia, child support
order.
Samantha Sneider vs. Barbara
Alderman, injunction for protec-
tion.
Bank of America vs. Rosemary
Ritchel et al, judgment of mortgage
foreclosure.
Sylvia L. Beavers Henry and
DOR vs. Christopher M. Evans,
order.
Stephanie Richardson vs.-Riufoo
Cielo, injunction for protection.
SDennis 'Fields vs. "iScott Fields,
voluntary dismissal of injunction
for protection.
Susan Jane Eells and DOR vs.
Shawn Allen Norwood, modifica-
tion of child support.
. Maria Valdez and DOR vs. Elzra
Small, child support order.
Sandra Rodriguez o/b/o minor
child and DOR vs. Balram Ramotar
Sukhandan, child support order.
'Nina Miranda Garcia and DOR
vs. Jeremiah Paul' Martinez, dis-
missal of May 4, 2005 set aside.
SThomas Jeffrey Souther and
DOR vs. Beth Irene Herrera, child
support order.
Daisy Juanita Richardson and
DOR vs. Timmy Joe King, child
support order.
Pamela Lachowsky and Philip E.
Lachowsky, divorce'.
Melissa Rae McClellan vs. Brass
Chance McClellan, dismissal of
injunction for protection.
Linda Morrow vs. Guadalupe
Sanchez, denial of petition for
injunction for protection.
Maria Christina Garcia and DOR
vs. Elias R. Torres, .dismissal of
petition to modify child support.
Rosa A. Alvarado and DOR vs.
Brenda Alvarado, child support
suspended.
Roberto Cavazos vs. Brenda
Alvarado, child Support.order.
Luevinia P. Cunningham and


DOR vs. Jennifer Marella Brown,
child support order.
D-CAF and DOR vs. Amanda M.
Goggans, child support order.
Irma Gomez and DOR vs. Maria
Arreola, child support order.
William F. Sullivan IV as person-
al representative o/b/o Eleuteria
Parades et al vs. Florida Harvesters
Inc., Chemical Dynamics Inc. and
Laddy Victor Howell, settlement
agreement approved.
William F. Sullivan IV as person-
al representative o/b/o Carmen
Ramirez Fernandez et al, vs.
Florida Harvesters Inc., Chemical
Dynamics Inc. and Laddy Victor
Howell, settlement agreement
approved.
Marisela Torres and DOR vs.
Jesus L. Torres, order.
Mortgage Electronic Registra-
tion Systems vs. Bradford A.
Atchley and Tammy Atchley et al,
judgment of mortgage foreclosure.
Daina Michelle Smith and DOR
vs. Urbano Santellan, child support
order.
Aurelia M. Torres and DOR vs.
Manuel Martinez, modification of
child support.

Court-ordered certificates of
child support delinquency were
filed recently in the office of the
circuit court clerk in the follow-
ing cases.
Angel M. Adcox vs. John M.
Duggan,
Aretha D. Faulk vs. Bradley T.
Battles.
Mary Melton vs. Elmarco R.
Blount.
Margarita M. Bbrjas vs. Jesus E.
Perez.
Patsy A. Vickery vs. James E.
Carroll.
Jessica L. Estrada vs. Erick
Estrada.
Kimberly A. Sellers vs. Gregory
Gibson.
Ashley M. Kilgore vs.
Christopher A..Lee.
Alicia V. Rivas vs. Angelica M.
Valdez.
Ronald D. Woods vs. Wanda
Stettler. '
Rosa Villegas vs. Jacqueline
Villegas.

The following felony criminal
cases were disposed of last week
by the circuit judge. Defendants
have been adjudicated guilty
unless noted otherwise. When
adjudication is withheld, it is
pending successful completion of
probation. Sentences are pur-
suant to an investigative report
by and the recommendation of
the state probation office and
also state sentencing guidelines.
Final discretion is left to the
judge.
Allen Lamont McLeod, violation
of probation (original charges pos-
session of cocaine and possession
of marijuana), probation revoked,
new probation with same condi-
tions.
Catarino Dario Borjas, violation
of probation (original charges
possession of methamphetamine and
possession of marijuana with intent
to sell), probation revoked, new
ierm of two years community con-
rol--house arrest, with same other
conditions.
Jose Fidencio Garza, trespass on
property with a weapon, violation
of a domestic violence injunction
for protection and resisting arrest
without force, not prosecuted,
transferred to county court with fil-
ing of misdemeanor charges.
Michelle'Denise Marrero, viola-
tion of probation (original charge
grand theft), probation revoked,
new five-years of probation with
same conditions.
Dawn Elizabeth Pelham, posses-
sion of drug paraphernalia, trans-.
ferred to county court; possession
of methamphetamine, not prosecut-
ed.
Ruben R. Perez, possession of
conpealed firearm and felony dri-.
ving while license suspended, adju-
dication ,withheld, probation two


years, no weapons or firearms,
$415 court costs, 50 hours commu-
nity service.
Dania Michelle Smith, tamper-
ing with physical evidence, intro-
duction of contraband into a jail,
possession of marijuana and felony
driving while license suspended,
adjudication withheld, three years
drug offender probation, evaluation
and treatment, warrantless search
and seizure, curfew, no alcohol, no
contact with anyone with illegal
drugs, $415 court costs, 50 hours
community service.
Joe Anthony Valdez, violation of
probation (original charge sale of
marijuana), probation revoked,
nine months in jail with credit for
time served, fines and fees due
within six months of release.

The following real estate trans-
actions of $10,000 or more were
filed recently in the office of the
clerk of court:
D.A. Troiano, Victor J. Troiano
and J. Howard Vaughn as trustee to
Noey A. Flores, Steven M.
Carpenter, Junior M. Archer and
Juan Delatorre, $310,000.
Billy and Janice Hill to Martin
Medina Gonzalez and Juan Manuel
Medina Estrado, $69,900.
Allen L. II and Tonya M.
Thomas to Estill Jr. and Phyllis
Eversole, $25,000.
Mosaic Fertilizer LLC to
Hammock Land and Cattle Co. Inc.
as trustee, $12,450.
Jessie F and Bonnie W. James to
Rodolfo Lopez, $32,000.
Linda Sue Tindell to Linda Sue
Tindell and Mary Jane Tindell,
$15,000.
Francisco Lucatero to Adulfa
Betancourt, Sugel Santibanez-
Betancourt and Exael Santibanez-
Betancourt, $10,000.
John E. and Jorja C. Drake to
Tyrone and Sheila Roman,
$100,000.
Frederick J. Pye Jr. and David A.
Etting to Sandra Etting, $15,500.
Miguel Cruz to Virginia
Guajardo and Miguel Cruz,
$12,700.
Catherine Lunn Revell to Fausto.
and Lidianette Molinares, $90,000.
Frederick M. Knight to Frances
Pye, $15,500.
Aaron D. and Tiffany R. Burgner
to Tamie Renea Ransom, $87,500.
Steven L. and Holly D. Collins to
Jorge L. Rodriguez and Maricela
Garcia, $85,000.
Alphonso Jackson, secretary of
Housing and Urban Development
to Linda Dean, $92,000.
Doug Miller Jr. and Doug Miller.
to Joseph 0. and Marion W.
Erhardt, $150,000.
S,Vivia.K. Skitka and Winlma G.
Evans tp Ceferino Vega, $1 22,000
Luther F. and Virgie R.
Crittendon to Park F. and Lena M.
Brown, $30,000.
J. B. Delaney and Charles L. and
Kathy L. McKibben to FTFG
Investments Inc, $129,900.
Ralph Marshall and Pamela C.
Bladen to Highvest Corp., $13,500.
Charles F. Dowdy to Adam Sr.
and Amanda Torres, $92,500.
Randy and Julie Garland to
Antonio : Estrada-Heredia and
Heriberto Estrada,,$ 1,500.
David Sanders Sr. to Randy and;
Julie Garland, $11,000.
Alan J. Goldstein to Peter A."
Goldstein, $200,000.
Highvest Corp. to Ralph
Marshall and Pamela C. Bladen,'
$15,000.
Highvest Corp. to Timothy M.
and Tomasa D. Selph, $12,000.
Norman H.. Reed to Stanley
Webb, $10,000.
Wayne Blackshear as trustee to
Bravo Home" Builders Inc.,"
$30,000.
Curtis J. and Linda S. DeYoung
to 'Caii Anthony and Erica M.::
.Scheipsmeier and Sharon G.
.Mytyk, $120,000.
Earline A. Hall to Adamtn C.'and
Amy Montsdeoca, $79,800.
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Men's League Down


By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
Tonight (Thursday) and next
Monday should finish the final reg-
ular season games for the 2005
Men's Church League teams.
A single-elimination tournament
will begin next Thursday, if there
are no rain-outs to make up.
After last week's play, S,t.
Michael's is still undefeated, with 9
10-0 record and two games left
the schedule. Next in line are
Christian Heritage and Wauchula
First Baptist, each at 6-3. Behind
them are St. Alfonso's, Bowling
Green Baptist, Northside Baptist
and First Christian.
Two of the three games last
Monday were barn-burners.
S On Field 4, St. Michael's barely
got past Christian Heritage 12-11.
Home runs by Francisco,
Rodriguez, Daniel -.Barnett and
Ruben Rivas kept' St. Michael's
ahead. Barnett and Felix Salinas
were each three-hit batters. Barnett
came home all three. times.
Rodriguez, andMario Tamayo each
crossed home plate twice.
.For Christian Heritage;, 'Harold
Smith and Billy Tisko each doubled
for the only long-ball hits. Willie.
Dickerson, Harold Smith and
Richard Cummins were twin-tally
batters, and Eric Russell, Donnie'
SHooks, Tisko, Scotty Whitener and
Ricky Wiggins added a run apiece.
On Field 3, the early game was
an 11-10 win for First Baptist over
Bowling Green.
West Palmer tripled and Mark
McGee, Kellon Durrance, Efran
Schrader and Brian Alexy each
doubled. Gerry Lindsey, Alexy,
Dale Carlton, Palmer and McGee
each put a pair of runs on the board.


Steve Johnson added a sc
Jason Johnson and Aus
both homered and sin
Jason Pohl doubled
Bowling Green. He
Johnson each came aroul
twice and Pohl, Treva
Hank Butler, Paul Robe
Cook and Kyle Harler ea
in with a run.
In the Field 3 nig
Alfonso's trompled Firs
30-13.
Robert Deuberry, Rod
and pick-up player Ha
each homered for St.
Rigo Briones smacked a
double and Pedro Sant
three times. Calvin Brutt
triple and pair of doubles
Chris Knight doubled
.Mike Driskell, and pick
Palmer, Johnson and Poh
doubled for First Christi
finished with four hits
scores.
On Thursday night,
won 15-6 over Christial
in the Field 3 early game
SMike Choate' homer
twice and doubled for
nearly. hitting :the: c
Northside. Keith Weems
and. Robert Hinerman
Hinerman and Choate
score batters and Mi]
added two more runs..
For Christian
Dickerson homered an
and Cummings doubled.
came around to score t
Russell. Chad Richardso
Smith and Tony Smith e
home once.
In the nightcap, it
Baptist with a 23-6 win
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twice for doubled twice and Jerry Albritton
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Bowling Green Elementary
Kindergarten
All. E's-Rogelio Ancelmo,
Rigoberto Armenta, Yolanda
Benitez, Lori Betancourt, Holly
Brown, Ivan Chavez, Angel
Cisneros, Grace -Coronodo,
Viridiana Correa, Norma Cruz,
Arianna Delarosa, Pete DeLuna,
Isiah Faulk, Jose Felix, Julia
Figueroa, Illeana Flores, Marixa
Garcia, Jazmin Garza, Dana
Gonzales, Mark Hernandez,
Enrique Iniguez,- Khrystian
Jimenez, Morgan Lanier, Rucker
Madison, Madison Marple, Andres
Martinez, Juan Molina, Kailee
Olmos, Miguel Paz, Jorge Reyes,
Vanessa Rodriguez, Cristal
Santiago, Jose Tapia-Guerrero,
Spring Todd, Delilah Torres,
Azucena Venegas and Alfonso
Wooten
E's & S's-Jason Alamia, Alex
Almeyda, Edgar Becerra, Adan
Benitez, Carlos Camacho, Damion
Carroll, Jordan Chancey, Alejandro
Chavez, Jesus Chavez-Munoz,
Alma Cruz, DeJesus Valentin,
RQeelio_ DeSantiago, Juan Diaz,


Summer fun comes in a varietyy of sports venues for young people and
adults.
The 2005 Men's Church League season is nearly over. St. Michael's is
undefeated and has an insurmountable 10-0 lead with just a couple ol
games before the post-season tournament.
The Women's Church League began its season last week. St. Michael's,
Wauchula-First Baptist and Wauchula First Methodist look to battle it out
for the season title. They all have many experienced faces.
Starting soon will be Men's City Softball League. Coaches are urged to
attend a planning meeting on Monday, June 27 at 6 p.m. at the Recreation
Complex concession stand. Players 14 and up can participate in this league.
For more information, call Carl Coleman at 773-3872 or 832-0078.
There will be a day-long softball tournament on Saturday, June 25 to
benefit the complex. The tourney begins at 8 a.m. Cost is $175 per team,
which must bring its own softball and legal bats. For more information, call
Coleman or Wally Helms at 781-0222.

Summer sports for youth vary from swim lessons to tennis, from vol-
leyball to basketball. Teens are reminded that if they want to participate they
must have a current annual physical. For those planning on playing sports
this summer or school year, physical exams will be given at Pioneer
Medical Center. 515 Carllon St., Wauchula on June 20 and 2 1. beginning at
5 p.m. Athletic secretary Kay Kinder will also be on hand to notarize per-
mission forms from parents.

:Hardee's high school hoop boys are playing in an AAU league in Polk
County. The local team won three of its first 5 games, beating George
Jenkins, Haines City and Mulberry. but losing to Lake Wales and Bartow.
The Hardee squad will also be playing Newsome, Kathleen. Monteverde
Academy. Winter Haven and Plant City.
Guys. plan now for a 3-on-3 tournament on Saturday. July 9, at the high
school gym. All boys and men 15 and up are invited. Cost is $80 per team.
Play begins at 8 a.m. For more information, call Hardee coach Vance
Dickey at 781-0593.

News on the boxing front. Local lightweight Edner "Cherry Bomb"
Cherry will be unable to fight on ESPN in his scheduled July bout. Cherry
broke his right thumb in two places in a recent sparring session. He has the
hand in a cast and will probably not be able to box again until October.
Information from community and school athletic events is always welcome.
Please call The Herald-Advocate (773-3255) or e-mail me at news.heral-
dadvocate@earthlink.net with news for this biweekly column. The sports
news deadline is noon Mondays. New s will be included as soon as time and
space allows.

I, ,. : ADVERTISEMENT


Ruben Diego, Antwuan Donaldson,
Davina Esquivel, Elizabeth Flores,
Juan Gaitan, Destiny Garza,
Victoria Gomez, Nevada Gonzalez,
.Carlos Gutierrez,.. Daniel
Hernandez, Dalton Igo, Jessie Igo,
Alex Lucatero, Efrain Martinez,
Richard Ontiveros, Kevin Ortega,
Anabel Picazo, Esmeralda Racine,
Erik Rentz, Ismael Rodriguez, Jose
Luis Santiago, Kaitlin Stewart and
Anahi Velasco.

First Grade
All. A's-Christian Arroyo,
Aaron Brown, Leeanna Castanon,
Erica Castillo, Clemente Delarosa,
Ashley Forrester, Katlyn Forrester,
James Gibson, Dashawna Goad,
Ryan Gough, Tierney! Graham,.
Rosaura Guido, Kyle Hewett,
Tristn Jones,.- Alex Lopez,
Consuelo Luna, Vanessa Miranda,
Jesus Molina, Sophia Moreno,
Issaih Palacios, Fredy Pena, Deisy
Piedad, Richard Rivera, Johnny
Saldivar and Jordanne Williams-..
A's & B's-Omar Alamia,
Destiny Alderman, Mario Bautista,
Petra Calderon, Noah Coronado,
Fracisco Cortez, Oscar :Duarte,
Jesse Fowler, Carlos Garcia,
Shirley Hamilton, Alberto
Hernandez, Alonzo Hernandez,
Martha Hernandez, Brianna Juarez,
George Lackey, Cierra Lee,
Azucena Lopez, Santos Lopez,
Victoria McGhin, Alexis Melendez,
Leonardo Moran, Omar Olmos,
Nidawi Ortiz, Erica Pascual,
Hemmi Paz. Airinavell Retana,
Anita Reyes, Kyra Rivera, Ulisa
Rivera, Alejandro Rodriguez,
Rodrigo Rodriguez, Anselmo
Rojas. Gustavo Salazar-Santiago,
Mel Sanchez-Ramos, Maria Trejo
and Jesnny Valdiviez.

Second Grade
All A's-Makayla Chancey,
Zackery Crews, Tatyanna Faulk,
Crystal Gonzales, Blake Holton,:
Ruyra Olivares, Manuel Palacios,
Jose Sanchez and Abigail Vargas. .
A's & B's-Giovany Alvarado,
Mireya Bautista, Daniel Calvillo,.
Diana Chavez, Amy Davila,
Kimberly Derringer, Netza Garza,
Jessica Gonzalez. Vanessa


S Honor Roll


THE PEARL NECKLACE
The cheerful girl with bouncy golden curls was almost 5. Waiting with
her mother at the checkout stand, she saw them: a circle of glistening white
pearls in a pink foil box.
"Oh, please, Mommy. Can I have them? Please, Mommy, please!"
Quickly the mother checked the back of the little foil box and then looked
back into the pleading blue eyes of her little girl's upturned face.
"A dollar ninety-five. That's almost $2. If you really want them, I'll
think of some extra chores for you, and in no time you can save enough
money to buy them yourself. Your birthday's only a week away and you
might get another crisp dollar bill from Grandma."
As soon as Jenny got home, she emptied her piggy bank and counted
out 17 pennies. After dinner, she did more than her share of chores. She
went to the neighbor, Mrs. McJames, and asked if she could pick dandelions
for 10 cents. On her birthday, Grandma did give her another new dollar bill
and, at last, she had enough money to buy the necklace.
It was obvious that Jenny loved her pearls. They made her feel dressed
up and grown up. She wore them everywhere Sunday School, kinder-
garten, even to bed. The only time she took them off was when she went
swimming or had a bubble bath. Mother had told her that if they got wet,
they might turn her neck green.
Jenny had a very loving daddy and every night when she was ready for
bed, he would stop whatever he was doing and come upstairs to read her a
story. One night when he finished the story, he asked Jenny, "Do you love
me?"
"Oh, yes, Daddy. You know that I love you."
"Then may I have your pearls?"
"Oh, Daddy, not my pearls, but you can have Princess, the white horse
from my collection. The one with the pink tail. Remember, Daddy? The one
you gave me. She's my favorite."
; "That's OK, honey. Daddy loves you. Good night." And he brushed her
cheek with a kiss.
About a week later, after the story time, Jenny's daddy asked again,
"Do you love me?"
"Daddy, you know I love you."
"Then will you give me your pearls?"
"Oh, Daddy, not my pearls. But you can have my baby doll. The brand
new one I got for my birthday. She is so beautiful and you can have the yel-
low blanket that matches her sleeper."
S'That's OK, honey. Sleep well. God bless you, little one. Daddy loves
you." And as always, he brushed her cheek with a gentle kiss. A few nights
later when her daddy came in, Jenny was sitting on her bed with her legs
crossed Indian-style. As he came close, he noticed her chin was trembling
and one silent tear rolled down her cheek.
"What is it, Jenny? What's the matter?"
Jenny didn't say anything but lifted her little hand up to her daddy.
When she opened it, there was her little pearl necklace. With a little quiver,
she finally said, "Here, Daddy. It's for you." With tears gathering in his own
eyes, Jenny's kind daddy reached out with one hand to take the prized neck-
lace. With the other hand he reached into his pocket and pulled out a blue
Velvet case. He handed the handsome velvet case to Jenny and told her,
"Thank you for giving me your most prized possession, that you even saved
for all by yourself. Here, honey, I have this for you, also. I wanted to trade
you, but I was going to give these to you tonight either way." As Jenny pried
open the blue velvet box, so nice a thing itself she'd never known, the glis-
tening white sheen of the rich genuine pearls struck her teary eyes.

I do not know the author of the above story we have reprinted here for
-you. :
But, we've been given much more than a strand of pearls. God has laid
salvation on the table for us to reach out and take, if we want it. God,
through His greatness and mercy, has given us an opportunity greater than
any we have ever known (John 3:16; Romans 5:8-10; 1 John 3:16). Is it
worth it to you?
Have you placed God's gift around your, soul the way Jenny would have
placed her gift around her neck, never to take off again? Believe me, it is
worth it! I'm Telling the Truth.
J. Adam Shanks is minister of the Church of Christ in,Wauchula. He can be
e-mailedat: wearewe@earthlink.net


'-. .+-


Gonzalez-Lopez, Laura Guerrero,
Maria Gutierrez, Paige Harbarugh, ,
Katelyn Hines, Kimberly Hooks,:
Catherine Jackson, Caryssa
Johnson, Elizabeth Juarez, Jasmine
Juarez, Claudia Lazano, JaKaysha
Lindsey, Crystal Martinez, Noah
Mitchell,- Jorge Molina, Yuma
Ortiz, Adrienne Parks, Keith
Powell, Justin Purser, Tyler Purser,
Shelby Reese, Kayla Rios, Brandon
Rivera, Lisabeth Rosales, Kelly
Torres, Roberto Torres, Anaceli
Villegas, Nijah Williams, Amanda
Wilson and Madeleine'Zamora.

Third Grade
All A's-Ezekiel Servin,
Alejaidrina Solis, Candice Torres,
Erica Vasquez and Raigann
Williams.
A's & B's-Edgar Almeyda,
Kalisha Barnes, Jorge Bautista,
Jerry Buffalo, Emiliano Castillo,
Summer Fields, Joey Frey, Brandon
Garner, Pedro Gonzalez, Guadalupe
Gutierrez, Tyler Hewett, Tai'Neshia
Lewis, Genoveva Lopez, Antoni
Marquez, Marisol Paz, Isai:
Sandoval, Armando Santiago,
Joseph Sigala, Esteban Suarez,
Thomas Trevino and Deysi Velasco.

Fourth Grade
AU A's-Daniel Boehm, Rebeka
Brown, Andrea Castaneda, Brittany
Gough, Liliana Iniguez, Yesenia
Lozano, Selena Miranda and
America Sandoval.
A's & B's-Armando Alvarez,
Tara Deeson, Seth Fawley, Josh
Fowler, Mary Ann Garcia, A'Janae
Graham, Nyshira Jackson, Freddie
Juarez, Jonathan Martinez, Andrew
Melendez, Nde Navarro, Alex
Pierstorff, Oscar Ramirez, Jerrica
-Richardson, Jaime Rivera, Victor-
Rodriguez, Shaina Todd, Randy
Trevino and Enrique Zamora.

Fifth Grade
All A's-Janet Guido, Jonathan
Either and Rebecca Torres. _.
A's- & B's-Latiesha Allen,
Daniel Arroyo, Monik Banda, Erica
DeSantiago, Mesqua Fields,
MaryKate Harris, Rocio
Hernandez, Andrew Hooks, JaJuan
Hooks, Alan Lobato, Katia
Marquez, Cierra Martinez, Edgar
Narvaez, Maribel .Paz, Luis
Rodriguez, Olivia Sanchez and
Lucero Suarez.


WAUCHULA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT
WAUCHULA, FLORIDA
410790-1-9401
F: 3-12-0084-006-2005
T-HANGARS & ASSOCIATED TAXILANES


1. A mandatory Pre-Bid Conference is scheduled for Thurday, June 30, 2005 at
2:00 PM (Local Time) at City Hall, 126 South 7th Avenue, Wauchula, Florida.
2. SFAl FD BID will be received by the City of Wauchula. Florida. at City Hall. 126
South 7' Avenue. Wauchula, Florida, July 14, 2005 until 2:00 PM (Local Time)
The Owner reserves the right to hold all bids for a maximum period of 60 days
pnor to awarding the contract or rejecting all bids.
3. At the time mentioned above, bidding will be closed and those proposals received
will be publicly opened and read aloud In the Office.
4. All proposals shall be submitted on the forms furnished by the Owner. Each
proposal submitted shall be placed with all required attachments in a sealed
envelope, and this envelope shall in tur be placed in a 9 x 12 inch envelope. Both
envelopes must be sealed and marked as follows
Bide For The Project T-Hangers & Associated Taxilanes
t- Wauchula, Florida
To Be Opned: July 14, 2005 at 2:00 PM (Local Time)
Firm Submitting Bid:
5. Copies of plans and specifications will be available after June 16, 2005. and may
be examined at no expense at the office of Chief William C. Beatt,e Airport
Director. City of Wauchula. (863) 773-3265, or Richard D Groux, City Manager.
City of Wauchula, (863) 773-3535.
6. Plans and Specifications may be purchased after June 16, 2005 for a fee of $160
per set from AVCON, INC., 5555 E Michigan Street, Suite 200, Orlando, Florida,
32822. (407),599-1122. Contract Documents will be sold only as complete sets.
will be non-refundable and will become property of the bidder.
7. After the Pre-Bid Conference, any questions relative to this Project shall be
addressed no later than Noon July 7, 2005, in writing to AVCON. INC. 5555 East
Michigan Street. Suite 200, Orlando, Florida 32822. Attention: Annabelle
DiCarlo, email adicarlo@avroninc comr FAX 407-599-1133. Copies of wntten
responses will be provided to all prospective Bidders who attend the Pre-Bid
Conference or purchase bidding contract documents.
8. A certified check, drawn upon a state or national bank, or a bid bond issued by a
corporate Surety licensed to conduct business in the State of Flonda, in a sum not
less than five percent (5%) of the total amount bid, made payable to the City of
Wauchula, Florida is required with each bid.
9. A Perfnrmanr Bond for an amount not less than 100% of the bid pnce and a
Payment Bond for an amount not less than 100% of the bid prices will be required
from the selected bidder at the time he enters into a contract with the City.
10. The City reserves the nght to reject any and all bids, and to waive any informality
of the bids received.
11. No proposal may be withdrawn after the scheduled closing time forth receipt of
proposals for a penod of 60 days.


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10 Win In


Kids Fishing


Tourney


Freda's Foibles
By Freda B. Douglas


May God watch over you in the coming week, and may you remembi
that happiness held is the.seed, happiness shared is the flower. May we a
share more.

Several weeks ago I told my readers about a circumstance of finding
out the hard way how little Medicare pays for the physical necessities (
life. I told this story only because I wanted to make my readers, most (
whom are of my generation, aware of another sham that our government
has hoisted upon us, and for no other reason. Thanks to a known benefac
tor and to an anonymous benefactor,, my glasses are now on order, oic
More proving to me that God is good.

I gave a tribute to my own dad in last week's column. However, I wa
a little premature because Father's Day isn't until this Sunday; In tribute t


all the fathers out there, I quote you this prose, taken from the recent
- "Ideals" given as gift to me from very good friends.'
Mario Cuomo, former New York City mayor, has this to say about his
dad: "I talk and talk and talk and I have not taught people in 50 years what
my father taught by example in one week."
William Hamilton Hayne penned this tribute to his dad: "It matters not
that time has shed his thawless snow upon your head, for he maintains, with
- wondrous art, perpetual summer in your heart."
And finally, Queen Victoria has this to say to all children of all fathers:
"None of you can'ever be proud enough of being the child of such a father
er who has not his equal in this world so great, so good, so faultless ... Try,
1l therefore, to be like him in'some points, and you will have acquired a great
deal.
ig, See you next week. Until then, remember God loves you, and you, and
of so do I.


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Identify photos front to
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By JOAN SEAMAN
Of The Herald-Advocate
There were at least 10 happy kids
at last weekend's fishing tourna-
ment.
These youngsters were among
the die-hard fishers at Hardee
Lakes park July 11 for the third
annuall F.C.C.D. Kids Fishing
Tournament. In spite of inclement-
weather, there were 31 youth ages 5
to 15 who came to register about 7
a.m.
Winners were in four divisions:
ages 5-7, 8-10, 11-13 and 14-15.
The 5-7 group included Keifer
Kedzior, first place and biggest
fish; Joshua Smith, second place;
and Nathanial Albritton, longest
cast.
In the 8-10 group winners were:
Kyle Taylor, first place and biggest
fish; D. J. Mayo, second place; and
Timothy Perkins, longest cast.
For ages 11-13, John Gordon
took thee prizes for first place,
biggest fish and longest cast and
Anthony Briseno placed second.
A. J. Mayo won first place and
biggest fish for the 14- and 15-year-
olds and Randall Gilliard had the
longest cast.
The group fished until shortly
before noon, then had lunch of
hamburgers and hotdogs. After a
casting, contest, awards and raffle
prizes.were handed out. Everyone
received a new fishing pole, flash-
light, hat and certificates to one of
several local fast-food restaurants.
Staff from the Florida Fish and
Wildlife Conservation
Commission, for whom Hardee
Lakes is a fish management area,
were on hand to educate youngsters
and assist with extra tackle and
poles, as needed.
The tournament was sponsored
by local Chapter 34 of the Florida
Council on Crime and
Delinquency, which chose Hardee
Lakes as the site for its third annu-
al tourney. FCCD is a non-profit
organization which "serves as a
catalyst for the prevention and
reduction of crime and delinquency
and to enhance the quality of jus-
tice for all Floridians."
Nearly 20 sponsors provided the
help necessary to provide the day's
events at no cost to the youth par-
ticipating.

Nothing is permanent in this
wicked world-not even our
troitles.
-Charlie Chaplin


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