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2 Alternative route no. 3 Quad-Cities Iowa Illinois V-' mile 12 was operated by the French as early as 1817, according to historical reports. However, the first known ferry was operated by the Denisons, the first settlers of Mercer County. They arrived in the New Boston area in 1827, and their land grant included the right to operate a ferry. The family sold wood to passing steamboats, and when Iowa opened for settlement in the early 1830s, it answered the demand for ferry service.

Over the next 150 years, a ferry was operated between New Boston and Toolesboro, Iowa. The ferry made its last trip across, the Mississippi in 1973. Those accustomed to its pres-. ence miss it, said Larry McHen-ry of New Boston, one of those advocating its return. What had been a 6-mile trip across the river became a 100-mile journey as people drove to Muscatine or 'Critters' take to "y- 'V ClothingAccessories Fitness Equipment ComputersAccessories Video Games Good Things To Eat FirewoodFuel Oil HobbiesCrafts InfantChildren Merch Jewelry Lawn It Garden Medical Needs Miscellaneous Music Merchandise PoolsAccessories Sports Equipment Tickets Wanted to Buy Woodworking EquipmentSupplies YardGarage Sales Estate Sale 2050 Auctions Listed by type of auction 2100 Careers Categorized Alphabetically 2150 FYI 'P'U' 4050 Home Furnishings Appliances 4052 Fireplaces Accessories 4054 Furniture 4056 Home Decor 4058 StereosCD-Tape Players 4060 TVVCRMinicams 4062 Informational meeting set for Saturday By Pam Berenger Staff writer The barriers to re-establishing a ferry between New Boston, 111., and Toolesboro, Iowa, are nothing money wouldn't solve.

On Saturday, organizations, including Yellowbanks Heritage Association, Interstate Resource Conservation and Development, Geode RD the U.S. Army Corps of. Engineers and officials from nearby Iowa and Illinois communities, will explore the roads leading to the three proposed Iowa landing sites. At 3 p.m., following the site inspection, a public meeting will be conducted at the Heritage Center on U.S. 61 in Wapello.

The meeting will include a panel discussion with members giving a brief history and explanation of the project, followed by a public comment period. While there is plenty of finan- cial and community support for the ferry, finding money for adequate roads to and from an Iowa landing site will be the toughest hurdle for those working to return the ferry to its home port in New Boston, according to Christa 'Perkins, Geode Re-" source Conservation and Development coordinator. "It looks like significant paving will be needed," Ms. Perkins said. "We will need to have good quality roads.

There will be very few people willing to travel down a few miles of gravel to use the ferry." It is believed the first ferry Cox will by to unseat Sen.Durbin By Robin J. Burleson Staff writer 'f John Cox will try again. He's running for a seat in the Senate after losing the primary last year for the GOP nomination in Illinois' 1 10th Congressional District, He is a father and CPA who has 52 more state counties to visit during his campaign to spread his word on education, taxes and parenting. So far, Mr. Cox said he's had a "great reaction" from people about his challenge to incumbent Sen.

Dick Durbin, D-IUinois. 'We need to treat teachers like professionals. Education is the bedrock of our John Cox, Senate candidate "My primary issue is education," Mr. CoX said. He is an advocate of President Bush's voucher system which includes giving federal money to faith-based schools.

He criticized Sen. Durbin several times, saying he was a "misrepresentation" and not as liberal as he claims. "His voting record makes Ted Kennedy look like Ronald Reagan," he said. On education issues he was emphatic. He said the government has to "start treating teachers better." "We need to treat teachers like professionals," said Mr.

Cox. One of his plat-- form issues is paying teachers based on merit. "Education is the bedrock of our civilization." On a more personal side of Mr. Cox, he recalled getting picked on in high school, but unlike the kids who picked up guns to solve their problems, he owed his morals to his parents. "My parents instilled in me a respect for others," he said.

"We don't, teach our children that hurting peo- pie is a bad thing." Meanwhile, the Republi- can said the answer to the problem of kids having guns is not banning guns, just having stronger rules. Educating parents and teaching kids personal responsibility is more the answer. Staff writer Robin Burleson can be reached at 786-6441, Ext. 257 or by e-mail at rjburlesonqconline.com. Card of Thanks Lodge Notices Lost Found Meetings Miscellaneous Personals 2152 2154 2156 2158 2160 2164 2200 Legals Bid Notices 2210 Delinquent Tax List 2212 Dissolution of Marriage 2214 Divorce Notices 2216 Estate Notices 2218 Foreclosures 2220 Notices 2222 Political Notices 2224 Public Notices 2226 2250 The Marketplace Business Equipment 2252 Businesses for Sale 2254 Businesses Opportunities 2256 Commercial Property for Rent 2258 Commercial Property for Sale 2260 Financing I Loans 2262 Heavy Equipment 2264 Industrial Machinery, Tools 2265 Investment Property for Sale 2266 Investments 2268 4100 BirdsSupplies CanineSupplies FelineSupplies FishSupplies HorsesPonies Miscellaneous 4150 Property AptsVFurnished AptsJUnfurnished Condominiums Duplexes Storage UnitsGarages Houses Mobile Homes Room I Board Roommate Wanted Sleeping Rooms Vacation Wanted To Rent the former landing.

It, too, would require road improvements, but they would not be as expensive as the second option. The last option would be to put the new landing on Brass Island and build a bridge or causeway to make it more accessible. Having the Corps, Department of Natural Resources and the Fish and Wildlife service involved is essential because of the wetlands and wildlife impact. However, having input and support from the community is also important, Ms. Perkins said.

"It's not a local project, it's a regional project," she said. "There are several different thoughts, and it could include a bike path, campgrounds thoughts keep growing on what the area could become." Making the area a "must visit," is what the groups and Mr. McHenry hope for. Todd Mizener staff in late January for those who've never served on the board before. Mr.

Rademacher said the meeting allowed potential candidates to ask questions and get a quick run down of what a school board member does both the good and the bad. It could very well be that bad part that scares prospective candidates away, said Rockridge superintendent Dick Stoltz. "It's a very difficult job," he said. "Also, the board members really have to make some tough decisions. That, more than anything, may play a big part in the lack of interest." Like Aledo, Rockridge has three known candidates all incumbents and four available seats.

Mr. Rademacher said the interest in Alexis' school board should reflect well on the community. "We're pleased and the community should be pleased by that," he said. home, dog parently broke out in the basement and spread up the walls. He estimated damage at about $75,000 to $100,000.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Chief Swan said firefighters found the dog's remains in the house after the fire was extinguished. Ms. Reed was staying with relatives late Sunday, he said. Sunday's blaze was the 12th in a series of area fires that have killed seven people, one ter of puppies, three dogs and a cat.

i SS. I New I I Iowa Illinois Burlington to cross the bridges there. A five-year-old study estimated the cost of road improvements would range from $419,000 to $1.1 million depending on which Iowa site? was selected. Roads to New Boston, the ferry's home port, are adequate, Ms. Perkins said.

However, roads from the three prospective Iowa landings are less than adequate. The groups are looking at several options including the original site; however, sandbars and a campground there make it -an undesirable choice. The next option is to put the Iowa landing 2 miles upriver from the original site. However, that would require improving a 6-mile stretch of road through a wildlife habitat. The third option would be to put the new landing downriver, about a mile south and east of the ice a positive tone," he said.

"I hope the comfort level is being felt by all patrons." Mike Bickle, one of those asked to resign, and Dana Brooks are the only incumbents seeking re-election to four available seats. Alexis superintendent Chris Rademacher said while Alexis has eight people vying for four seats on the board, he doesn't believe there's a hot topic that caused their interest. "You always find out after the people are elected," he said. "I think there's some sincere interest in education out here." Instead, he said, people's interest in candidacy may have been sparked by a notice he placed in the district's newsletter in October, that there might be four open seats because the incumbents weren't sure if they were running again. Also, two veteran school-board members hosted an orientation Fire claims By Linhai Liew Staff writer COLON A 'i- A dog perished and a house suffered major damage in a fire Sunday afternoon in Colona's Level Acres subdivision.

Firefighters were called to 1160 Melody Lane around 4:44 p.m., said Colona Fire Chief John Swan, and battled the blaze for 15 to 20 minutes before bringing it under control. The owner, Gladys Reed, was not home at the time. No other people were in the house at the time. Chief Swan said the fire ap yr 4102 4104 4106 4108 Stables 4110 4112 for Rent Ci7ss? THE PEOPLE Call 1-800444-1636 to place your free ad today. Published Wed.

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"If there's an overall issue that draws people out, it shows that they would want to remedy that issue." The Sherrard school board has seen its share of controversy in recent years. In August, teachers filed an intent-to-strike notice as contract negotiations failed, but the board and teachers came to an agreement soon after. In 1999, some district residents demanded that four board members including the board president resign in the wake of a controversial decision to pay $83,000 to buy out the remainder of former superintendent William Heit-man's contract. Mr. Gillum said most of that unrest has simmered down since he took office eight months ago.

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