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TODAYSOUTHERN ILLINOISAN PI WEDNESDAY, MAY 29, 1985 J' civ Mom and daughter own shop By Lora Lea Porter Southern lllinoisan Correspondant Du Quoin's newest flower shop at 210 E. Main, Floristically Yours, is a dream come true for mother and daughter owners, Catherine Thomas and Pam Hottes. Mrs. Thomas sniffed two delicate purple roses as she explained, "This is kind of a dream I've had for years. I've always loved flowers.

My mother remembers how I used to pick dandelions and ask her to put them in a vase." After 13 years of working with flowers, Mrs. Thomas and her daughter finally have their own business. The attractive shop features a gazebo complete with a water fountain. According to Mrs. Hottes, "We keep most of the green plants in the gazebo where there is a lot of moisture." Numerous services are available at Floristically Yours.

Delivery in town is free, with only a minumal charge for out of town. Floral plans for the owners first wedding are underway. "We can also wire flowers anywhere in the world," Mrs. Hottes said. Customers make their selections from a colorful catalog.

The order is relayed to the appropriate business and destination. Along with fresh and silk flowers and plants, handmade crafts, including ceramics tole paintings and wooden articles are offered. "We hope to keep unique and different ideas," said Mrs. Hottes. Xs" 0000 oorr.

FFA honors The Pinckneyville FFA Chapter attended the State FFA Horse Judging Contest held at Black Hawk East Junior Colege near Kewanee, and won first place non-reasons team from more than 20 competing teams and 88 participating individuals. Pictured from left are Sam Robb, FFA advisor and team coach; and team members Leslie Lambert; Jeff Rains, first place individual; Kim Jenkel, fifth placeindividual; and Michelle Jenkel. The contest was sponsored by the Agri-Business Club at Black Hawk East College and is recognized as the official FFA Contest in Illinois. The classes judged included Halter classees of Arabian, Appleoosa, Standard Bred, Hunters, and Quarter Horse Yearlings; as well as performance classes of Hunt Seat-English Rider, Arabian-Saddle Seat English Rider, and Quarter Horses-Western Pleasure. TODAY photo by IRMA D.

DUNCAN Floristically Yours: Owners Catherine Thomas, seated, and Pam Hottes Tow takes sooSoir outh Even though Mrs. Thomas and Mrs. Hottes live in rural Pinckneyville, they feel at home in Du Quoin. They are proud of their new business and hope to stay around for a long time ana get bigger and Randolph fair among state's oldest Mrs. Thomas told of a young boy who came in with one dollar hoping to get a gift for Mother's Day.

His request was for something pink. He was quite pleased with the carnation he selected. during the following year to find a new location. Matthew McClurken offered to the fair association, for the period of five years, "the use of his grove" located south of the Sparta business district. The three succeeding Fairs were held there, "each surpassing" the previous "in interest, and attraction," and attendance.

In 1858 the fair's executive board bought 10 acres, and for the cost of $2,000 had the grounds furnished with fences, stables for the stock, including horses and cattle, and buildings "for exhibiting ladies' work, mechanical, and other articles." The 1858 Fair was held on those grounds on October 6 and 7. In 1870 the association purchased five additional acres and "enlarged the track to nearly one-half mile." The fair continued to expand, and in 1913 the association's name was changed to the Randolph County Driving Club and Fair Association. Score cards for horse races were purchased for five cents each during the Fair. On July 15, 1934, J.J. McEntee, who was acting director of Emergency Conservation Work, announced the Civilian Conservation Corps' intention of moving to Sparta.

At least 200 men, some of whom were local residents, would be assigned to the Sparta camp. The plans outlined the establishment of the camp on the fairgrounds. The government built the 10 buildings needed for workers' "quarters" at a cost of about with much of the material "purchased locally." "Custom-Built" Completely Erected Includes Concrete Wire Reinforced Floor ft A Starting At: J209D $2790 M290 Large 2 154 Car Small 2 Car (All: Plus Tax Fre.ght) CALL 618684-4202 There was one minor problem preventing the transfer of men who were already at Jefferson Barracks (Missouri). The camp needed 10,000 gallons of water for personal use each day. This problem was soon resolved and the men were transferred in August 1934.

For almost seven years the camp proved to be profitable, but in June 1941, the Soil Conservation Service moved "Company V-3688, composed of World War I veterans" to Greenville to occupy an existent camp. All of the remaining buildings except one became the Randolph County Fair Association's to be used as exhibit buildings. After a two-year struggle with legal proceedings, the Sparta Lions Club purchased the Randolph County Fairgrounds in June 1954 to be used not only as a permanent home of the Randolph County Fair, but also as a public park. The club decided to enlarge one of the old CCC buildings to accommodate any assembly. To-lower the cost of construction, lum-: ber from a dismantled CCC building was used in the new building.

Also to lower costs, Lions Club members met weekly to do part of the contraction themselves. Today the Randolph County Fair has a new display building, built in 1982. Among the displays today are still livestock, agricultural products, canning, and quilts, but there are also displays of art, photography, ceramics, woodworking, and floral arrangements to name but a few. Members of 4-H also hold their annual show in the display building GARAGE SALE! upon request 409 MURPHYSBORO i II DQ News arts, first; leadership, first; special award, Perry County Five Star Industries. Members attending from Du Quoin were Mary Asbury, Fae Crawford, Trixie Malick, Mary Furlow, Willa-dene Burdel, Sandy Hartmann and Sally Crain.

Bathon bridal shower A bridal shower was held at the Eagle Bank in Nashville recently for Judy Bathon. The shower was hosted by her chosen attendants: Lori Bathon, Linda Craig, Barbara Porter, Linda Kroeger, Cindy Hagene, Jane Schuessler, Margie Kline, Ber-nadine Morton, Jean Swain and Beverly Miller. The following relatives and friends attended: Leona Bathon, Sue Huff, Wanda Rainey, Brianne and Ricky Miller, Michael Jordan Woodside, Rosalie Little, Cindy Bathon and Jami, Carol Kellerman, Joni Keller-man and Jeni, Pearl Lively, Delores Knope, Nancy Knope, Kay Davis, Phyllis Porter, Caroline Wilson, Dorothy Lamczyk, Mary Ann Bathon, Reita Deering, Susan, Pamela and Christopher Epplin, Marie Caupert, Bonnie Quirin, Francine Szopinski, Cheryl Thimmig, Polly Bahre and Dori, Rose and Connie Chandler, Bonnie, Bekki and Jessica Paszkie-wicz, Pat and Tesha Paszkiewicz, Donna Paszkiewicz, Vivian Price, Mary Jane Paszkiewicz, Sandy Paszkiewicz, Barbara Wessel, Nelma Barnes, Alice Burns, Sally Ballheimer, Patty Ballheimer and Dana, Cindy Wismann, Lisa and Julie Ballheimer, Florence Waier, Mary, Debra and Christy Rokicki, Rita and Amanda Doerr, Shirley and Amy Kopesky, Patty and Kristina Miles, Alberta Grezorek, Karla Bathon, Staci Schuessler, Jan and Jessica Bathon, Bitty and Geoffrey Craig, Donna and Crystal Bathon. Those sending gifts but unable, to attend were Anna Paszkiewicz, Kris-tie, Katie and Kelly Price, Susie, Shelly and Peggy Paszkiewicz, Ella iMlhon. Pat Przygoda, Kathy Bathon, Mary Ann Ryterski, Carol Bathon, Mrs.

Bernard Kellerman, Virginia Bathon, Chris Mort, Dianna Bathon and Jamie, Bobbie Szopinski, Dora Setzkorn and Kathy, Paulette Loos, Joann, Sherry and Ann Luka-sik, Mary, Brenda and Debbie Piasecki, Charolette Pieszchalski, Carol Porter, LaVina Kellerman, Patsy Hillard, Laura Wilson, Anna Barnowski, Theresa Barnowski, Susan Endrees, Joan Hopp, Brenda Bogenpohl, Rosalie and Marilyn Jur kowski, Jackie Fogerty, Gloria Kel- lerman, Shirley, Mossa, Cynthia Coleman, Belinda Zoller and Marietta Fann and Erin. Wedding dates Judy and Ronnie Huff will be married at 1:30 p.m. at St. Mary Magdalen Church, Todd's Mill on Saturday, June 22. of Court The May Meeting of Court Du Quoin No.

795 was held at the Knights of Columbus Hall with Regent Mary Ann Iffert presiding. Three new members, Phyllis Cox, Brenda Horn and Antionette Haner, were welcomed into the court. The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as read. Communications from the national office were read. The treasurer's report, given by Kathryn Norris was accepted, as well as the financial secretary's report by Jean Jones.

Dorothy Prusacki requested any items available for the scrapbook. Florence Smith expressed apprecia- tion for those who helped with the "Meals on Wheels." Election of officers was held with the following slate of officers: Regent, Irene Stanton; first vice regent, Hilda Higgerson; second vice regent, Marcella Fontana; monitor, Florence Smith; recording secretary, Mary Ann Iffert; financial secretary, Dorothy Prusacki; treasurer, Elaine Bird; trustees, Angeline Loia-cono, Geraldine Oestriecher and Virginia Schneider. New officers will be installed at the June meeting. Irene Stanton presented a short program in keeping with the month of May. Lena Lima was the recipient of the birthday money.

The meeting was closed with prayer, followed by refreshments and games. Bethel Women's League Bethel Lutheran Women's Missionary League met in May at the church. Lee Dibell gave the devotional 'Loves Comes From God' and also gave the prayer. President Debbie Swiney conducted the business meeting. Roll was answered by 10 members.

Dues, mites and pennies were collected. Reports of the secretary and treasurer were read and approved. Mary Mydler reported on the workshop 'Linked By Love' which was held at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Nashvile, attended by Mary and Margaret Jones. Announcement was made of the Father-Son Banquet to be held at the church at 6 p.m. June 9.

A thank you was received for the postage stamps for missions, a project of L.W.M.L. A Dairy Queen ice cream social will be held some time in July. This will be the last meeting until September. The meeting closed with the Lord's Prayer. Margaret Jones served a strawberry dessert, coffee, iced tea, candies and nuts to Lee Dibell, Josie Juhl, Wilma Mayberry, Marybell Moore, Mary Mydler, Dorothy Seastrom, Debbie Swinney, Leona Tate, Agda Griffin and Pastor Dibell.

Perry Seniors meet The regular meeting of Perry County Senior Citizens was held at the Senior Center with 60 people present. President Nina Saiz conducted the meeting, which was opened with prayer, pledge to the flag and one verse of "America" with Marguerite Gladson at the piano. The minutes of the previous meeting were approved as read and treasurer Eugene Et-ters' report was accepted. John Kaul of the building committee, reported that progress was being made in cleaning up the re- cently purchased property. Birthday cards were sent by Nina Saiz to Irene Bowlin, Alice Fisher, Alvera Falletta, Myrna Harsy, Robert Hagen, Lena Lima, Olga McClurken, Ann Pitchford, Rose Poiter, Catherine Rudloff, Emma Mae Stephens and Lucille Schue; get-well cards to Marion Jablonski, Eddie and Esther Rainwater, Arthur Crain, Jim Cremostrate and Jimmie Wright; sympathy cards to Roberta Zoller and Bess Ervin.

Josephine Carnaglia was reported to be ill. There will be a June 12 tour to St. Louis. Cake bakers for June 5 meeting are Marguerite Gladson, Helen Gill, Edna Corina, Wanda George and Jennie Hines. Elizabeth Howerton read the poem "This Is The Touch of God," and Helen Gill read "Cross in My Pocket." Rose Poiter was awarded the attendance prize and Katherine Davison the aluminum one.

Closing prayer was given by Mary Valier. the organ will begin at 10:30 a.m June 5. PINCKNEYVILLE: Seniors may play bingo at 11 a.m. Friday at the Senior Center, 102 E. Randolph St.

Ma Ritter will display her ceramics at 11 a.m. Monday. John Green of General Telephone Co. will show slides at 11 a.m. June 5 at the center.

By Marge Francois Southern lllinoisan Correspondent About 46 senior citizens from Du Quoin, Dowell, Tamaroa and Pinckneyville boarded a bus at the high rise in Pinckneyville and the community center in Du Quoin for the Free Spirit Tour, sponsored by the Perry County Senior Citizens. Berna-dete Zimmer was the tour guide. She welcomed all members and guests to the tour. President Nina Saiz gave the prayer for a safe trip and introduced Fronic Carroll, Mildred Collins, Bertha Davis, Virginia Schneider and Lena Seibert. Other guests were Rose Todd, Lynell Donovan, Mabel and Randolph Baily, Jewell Numi and Lois Miller.

The tour stopped at White Haven Historical Home, the residence of Albert W. Barkley, in Kentucky. The bus arrived at the Kentucky Oaks Mall where the members ate and shopped until 1:30 p.m. The group then toured WPSD-TV Channel 6 where they were seen on closed circuit television. On the return trip the group visited Fort Massac near Metropolis, a French fort which in 1908 was purchased by the state through the work of the Daughters of theA-merican Revolution and restored.

The tour arrived back in Du Quoin at 7 p.m. A $50 savings bond attendance prize was won by Lena Seibert. Benton Woman's Club The GFWC-IFWC 25th District Junior Organization held its spring convention in Benton. Linda Davis of the Benton Junior Woman's Club gave the invocation. The 25th District Junior Director, Sandy Hartmann of Du Quoin, called the convention to order wtih 10 clubs represented.

Doris Wehmeyer, vice junior director of Sesser, led in the pledge to the flag. Sharon Stroth-mann, parliamentarian from Mur-physboro, led the Junior Pledge. A welcome was extended to all club members by Dawn Neal, president of the Benton Club. Special guests were Lillian Sanders, IFWC health chairman, and Cindy O'Daniel, past 25th district junior rector. Secretary Becky Giiut of Christopher read the minutes of the fall convention and roll call was taken with 97 in attendance.

Ellen Davis gave the treasurer's report. Sandy Hartmann reminded the clubs of the IFWC Convention in Peoria. Club presidents are to fill out the new officers for 1985-86 and give to Sandy Hartmann. Awards were given out to all the clubs in the seven departments in eluding education, health, home life, international affairs and public affairs. Cindy Flatt, Christopher, was chosen Junior of the Year and Cheryl Williams of Zeigler was chosen New Junior of the Year.

Du Quoin received the traveling trophy with 372 points. Pinckneyville Juniors received the Outstanding Community Award. Doris Wehmeyer recited the Club Collect and the meeting was adjourned by Sandy Hartmann. Awards received by Du Quoin were Joan Long, two new members; Joan Long, honorable mention, New Junior of the Year; Debbie Oxford, honorable mention Junior of the Year; legislation, third; home life, third; international affairs, second; health, second; conservation, second; the Perry Today Southern lllinoisan Publication Publication Offices 710 N. Illinois Carbondale 62901 218 N.

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Car EDITOR'S NOTE: The following story appeared in Illinois History magazine. The author's faculty sponsor was Margaret Pierce. By Carol Welge Steeleville High School Welcome to the Randolph County Fair. Over the years the Randolph County Fair has served as a source of entertainment for all ages, competition for the ambitious, education for those wishing to know more about farm life, and even as a place of refuge for hundreds of young men during the Great Depression. Randolph County residents are justifiably proud of this fair one of the oldest in the state.

The Randolph County Agricultural Board was begun in 1852 by a group fo farmers from Flat Prairie, located near present-day Sparta. On January 9, 1852, men by the names of Addison, Crawford, Craig, Robertson, Brown, Beattie, and several others, met and decided to establish a fair association. During this meeting Robert Brown was elected president, Jacob B. Brown, treasurer, and William Addison, secretary. "The first Annual Fair, or Exhibition," took place on "the third Wednesday in October, 1852, on the farm" belonging to James Craig of Flat Prairie.

The second was on October 4, 1853, on the same site, and the third was on William Robertson's farm on October 25, 1854. Because of the need for additional accommodations, Sparta and Flat Prairie "citizens" joined together Dawn Andrews initiated into national society Dawn R. Andrews, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Andrews of Pinckneyville, has been initiated into the Aglaia Chapter of Mortar Board, national honor society for senior men and women, at Augustana College, Rock Island.

She will be a senior next year. Members are chosen for their achievement in scholarship, leadership and service. She has also been inducted into the Augustana Circle of Omicron Delta Kappa, national leadership honor society, at a recent ceremony on the campus. Twenty-one men and women in the junior class were initiated. Membership in Omicron Delta Kappa recognizes leadership and achievement in scholarship, athletics, service, religious activities, campus government, journalism, speech, music and drama.

Kent Lindner, Pinckneyville, on DeVry honor list Kent Lindner, Pinckneyville, has been named to the President's List at the DeVry Institute of Technology in Atlanta, GA. To be eligible for the honor, students must have between a 3.5 and 4.0 grade point average (out of a possible 4.0) for the last term of study. Lindner, a student in the Electronics Technician program, has a 4.0 GPA. DeVry Institute of Technology is part of the DeVRY INC. network of 11 campuses that specialize in Electronics Technology and Computer Information Systems.

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Kinkaid Kountry Kitchen Senior Olympics speaker scheduled at Gold Plate Program Friday, May 31st I Saturday Seafood Buffet Sunda Evenings $OQC Al.ikan Kln0 Snow Crab Broll.d T-BOIIB StBdltS II 9U Bay Scallop Cod Flllat. Frad ft 1 laOC rj Boiled Shrimp Frog Lag 'Many WCWM til OtharEntraea ftttllftfS Sunday Buffet I ah Youcan Eat nam 2pm Frog Legs Featuring Roast Beef, Fried fSHieh CfanVc Chicken. Jumbo Beef Ravioli. 2IS and Many More Delicious En- trees to choose from. ihfafs DU QUOIN: Wib Ragland will present a program on the Senior Olympics at 11 a.m.

Thursday at the Gold Plate Program, located on North Hickory St. Seniors may play bingo at 10:30 a.m. Friday and Tuesday at the site. Fran Hosier will lead chorus rehearsal at 10:30 a.m. Monday.

A sing-along with Fran Hosier on HAPPY HOURS 4TO 6PM -2 FORI Monday-Saturday 7am-9pm, Sunday 11am-9pm Rt.4, 1 mile west of Ava 426-3713.