Thursday, June 28, 2012

Movie Night Was A Success

On Friday, June 22nd, over 30 people attended the ice cream social and movie night.  "Joyful Noise" was the movie shown.  People from as far away as Leavenworth, Kansas attended the social and movie.  Several said how impressed they were with the presentation of the film.  Free popcorn and peanuts were provided.  Barnard Lion Club member Marilyn Switzer made four kinds of ice cream and Jan Dowlin served.  Host, Travis Zirkle, was surprised when the crowd burst into "Happy Birthday."  It wasn't common knowledge that it was his 41st birthday, but family and friends were busy letting everyone in on the "secret."  It turned out to be a great time for all who attended.

Weather Button Has Been Repaired and Works Again

Friday, June 22, 2012

Movie Night Tonight!!!! Showing Tonight: Joyful Noise

Tonight at the Barnard Community Building...or the park next to it, actually, I will be showing the movie "Joyful Noise" starring Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah.  There is no admission charge.  The movie will start at dark which will be about 9:30ish.  The Barnard Lions Club ice cream social will start about 8 pm.  Please bring your own lawn chair and have a great time!!!!

Contrary to what you may have heard or read in the comment section of the Banter...this is a fully licensed showing with complete authorization from Warner Bros.

On a more somber note...

As many of you probably know, Don Hickman died recently.  There was a cremation without a funeral.  However, even this can be expensive.  Memorials were requested to help with expenses.  There will be a basket for donations set out for the Don Hickman memorial with a sheet that you can sign your name to if you wish.  This will be delivered to Amaryllis Hickman.  Please keep the Hickman family in your thoughts and prayers.

Thursday, June 21, 2012

Heather Larsen and Trint Hall

Heather Larsen and Trint Hall will be joined in marriage on June 30, 2012.  The wedding and reception that follow are private events but the dance later on in the evening is open to the public.  The dance will be held in the Barnard Community Park.

Card Shower for Helen Wallace

Helen Wallace (John's Helen) is celebrating her 90th birthday on June 30th.  We're having a card shower for her and know she'd appreciate hearing from you.  Her address is:  Helen Wallace, 3056 Ivy Ct., Apt. 6, North Newton, KS 67117.

Thank you,
Val (Wallace) Warkentine

Donald Hickman

Donald E. Hickman, 80, went to be with the Lord on June 16, 2012.  Don was born October 22, 1931 in Lincoln County to Austin and Irene (Pierce) Hickman.

He was untied in marriage with Amaryllis Y. Parson on February 18, 1951 in Barnard.  They owned and operated Big Valley Meats in Barnard and he also farmed.

Survivors include his wife Amaryllis of Minneapolis; children, Wesley Hickman and wife Janice of McPherson, Bryan Hickman and wife Terrie of Minneapolis and Dawn Stephens and husband Richard of Salina; brothers Vernon Hickman of Barnard and Dean Hickman of Salina; sister, Lois Pixler of Salina and Laura Godsey of Ponca City, OK; eight grandchildren; and 17 great-grandchildren.

It was Don's wishes to be cremated and that there be no service.  Memorials are to Wilson Family Funeral Home, P.O. Box 166, Minneapolis, KS 67467 to assist with expenses.

Wednesday, June 20, 2012

Barnard Bee November 5, 1942

The final issue of the Barnard Bee was on November 5, 1942.  This is the farwell from the publisher and a story on the water tower from the front page.  Scans of the paper will follow.






“30”


“30” is the printer’s parlance for the end, the close of the finish of any story, or undertaking or life.  So “30” in this instance is the end of the publication of the Barnard be, its last issue.

Now do not be unduly alarmed at this announcement—it is just the result of circumstances and cannot be avoided, much as we regret it.

For 9 years and 10 months the editor has resided in Barnard and has faithfully endeavored to give the town and community a worth-while newspaper under the conditions he has had to so labor but as the 10th year is closing it has come to the end of the way because of the inability of the revenue from the office to meet the necessary overhead expense of operation and provide even a moderate amount of sustenance for the family, and so we are obliged to suspend publication rather than to continue with an increasing deficit in revenue.

In the past 10 years we have striven to “carry on: in the hope that the “better times” purported to be “just around the corner” would appear; have seen and experienced the effect of the depression, and of the war time program, and of the decadence of the town; and have done our best to relieve the situation.

As the situation stands now the editor losses his all—his means of earning a livelihood in the business in which he has been engaged for 41 years, and at the “tender” age of 70 next February, will be obliged to engage in other pursuits.  The salvaging of the office equipment he hopes will be a material aid to liquidating remaining indebtedness.  However, his subscribers will be cared for and will suffer no monetary loss.  We have closed a deal for the sale of our subscription list to the Lincoln County News of Lincoln which will furnish their paper in lieu of the Bee to all paid in advance subscribers for the period of their payment and trust that at the close of such time they may have your renewal, assuring you they will endeavor to give you a newspaper worth while that will chronicle the happenings of the county at large.

All accounts due the Barnard Bee—for advertising or job work are due and payable at our office which for the present will be maintained until all our affairs are closed and we request that all persons owing the Bee make settlement of their accounts as early as possible so we can close up our affairs.

All subscription arrearages are requested to be paid to the Barnard Bee and due credit will be given for all such remittances.  Money due the Bee on subscription has been rightfully earned and should be paid—to square yourself with the Bee and clear your conscience.  We have played the business game squarely with all and all we ask in return is a square deal.

In our 10 years residence in Barnard we have made many friends in the town and surrounding country—and we hope few, if any, enemies.  We are certainly most duly appreciative of the kindness and cooperation of all who have assisted us in any way and they will ever be remembered most gratefully.  So in closing this “adieu” we will say we have no malice toward anyone for this unfortunate ending of the Bee but wish for all worthy of it the blessings of health, happiness and prosperity.



Most sincerely yours,

H. S. WADHAM







The Barnard Waterworks Project



The Barnard waterworks project was temporarily closed last week due to the WPA project being closed until after the duration of the war.  The tower and pump house is all completed but painting them and putting the floor in the tower.  Sidewalks and grading is to be done on the tower site.  This will all be completed when WPA labor is available.

Nearly three miles (15,000 feet) of cast iron mains were laid in this project.  One-fourth mile (1300 feet) of 6-inch extends through the business district, as a main feeder line.  This is required by the fire underwriters, in order that the system be recognized at adequate fire protection.  Branching off from the 6-inch main are one and one-half miles (7500 feet) of 4-inch loop[s to serve fire hydrants in the residential district, while one and one-eighth (6000 feet) miles of 2-inch serves the outlying customers and connects the ends of the 4-inch loops to provide circulation and prevent stagnation.

In order to make water available to 130 customers who desire this service, it was necessary to install three quarters of a mile (3800 feet) of copper service pipe extending from the mains in the streets to the property lines.  If we could measure the pipe installed by the property owners themselves, to take the water from the property line on into their yards and houses, we would probably find another one and one-half miles (7500 feet) of steel and copper pipe.  This makes a total of approximately five miles (26,000 feet) of pipe of various sizes which have been installed in Barnard since the work was started.  It may be of interest to know that 8000 gallons of water are required to fill these pipes.



The story continues.

The Barnard Bee

The Barnard Bee was Barnard's last newspaper which ran from 1902-1942.  Recently, I gained access to the Barnard Bee's offices and decided to do a special tribute to the newspaper.  Today's posts will be posted from the Barnard Bee's offices in downtown Barnard.

Thursday, June 14, 2012

Legal Notice Regarding the Water Tower Project

The funds discussed in this article include the funds to demolish the old water tower.  The address to object to the release of funds is also in the notice.  The ERR (Environmental Review Record) that is supposed to be available at the city office, is not available and will not be until the deadline listed or after.

Because of the layout size the part that may be unreadable is:

Objections to the release of funds must be prepared and submitted in accordance with the required procedures (24CFR Part 58, Sec. 58.76) and shall be addressed to the Kansas Department of Commerce CDBG program, 1000 S.W. Jackson Street, Suite 100, Topeka, KS 66612.  Potential objectors should contact Commerce to verify the actual last day of the objection period.



Westbrook-Coover Engagement and Shower

April Westbrook and Jason Coover are now engaged and will be married on July 28, 2012 at the First United Methodist Church in McPherson.

April is a 2010 KU graduate with a Doctor of Pharmacy degree.  Jason, of Barnard, is a 2009 KSU graduate with a degree in agricultural economics. 

April is the daughter of Marvin and Darla Westbrook of Canton, KS.  Jason is the son of Joe and Vicki Coover of Barnard, KS.

A community shower is planned for June 24, 2012 (see included flyer).

Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Reminder...Movie Night on June 22

The Barnard Banter and the Barnard Lions Club are hosting the Community Movie Night and Ice Cream Social on June 22, 2012.  The festivities will be held at the Barnard Community Building with ice cream being served inside starting at 8 pm and the movie starting outside at dark (about 9:30 pm).  There is no cost for the movie...just bring your lawn chair and have fun.

Monday, June 11, 2012

Barnard Bee Excerpt from May 5, 1938

I spent the afternoon looking through several years of Barnard Bee articles.  This is a capture from the May 5, 1938 edition.  There is a larger Barnard Bee spread on the way in the near future.


Frances M. Coover

Frances M. Coover died at the age of 93 on May 10, 2012.  She was preceded in death by her husband W. Harlan Coover.  She is survived by her sons Ray and wife Brenda Cover of Houston, TX and Joe and wife Vickie Coover of Barnard, KS; Grandchildren Kim and husband Gregg McIntire of Tulsa, OK, Sara and husband Nick Biggs, Jason Coover and fiance April, and Brady Coover, all residing in Barnard; great-grandson, Logan Biggs; and step-great-granddaughter, Tyler McIntire.  Services were held on May 15th at the Barnard First United Methodist Church with burial in the Milo cemetery.  Memorials may be given to the Barnard Lions Club Scholarship Fund.

Sunday, June 10, 2012

Update on the Water Tower

The City of Barnard and the Kansas State Historical Society have entered the phase of signing off on the demolition of the historic water tower.  However, the firm that the city hired to do the work gave a cost estimate to preserve the water tower.

The cost that Schwab-Eaton gave to repair the water tower for use as a non-functioning landmark is $65,000.  There would be an additional cost of $2,500 per year to pay for maintenance every 10 years.  The city government doesn't even have to take part.

We could save our water tower, which is the only structure that keeps us from looking like every other town in the area, for only $65,000 initially with an additional investment of $2,500 per year?  Wow!  It sounds like a bargain to me in order to save our heritage.  There are grants that could take care of this cost.  Even if we only received a matching grant, it would only cost us $32,500.

I'll remember this when someday I have to answer a question about the water tower and send someone 80 miles away to Mahaska so they can see what we let go.  We could save it for $65,000.

By the way, the cost of the new one is over a quarter of a million dollars.  The absurdity of this situation...priceless.

Friday, June 8, 2012

An Anniversary Reflection

The Barnard Banter turned one year old today.  What a year it has been.  Barnard has a great deal to write about, a great deal of history, and a large amount of awesome people.  The year of the Banter has also been the first year that I was actually a resident of Barnard rather than just a visitor.  It has been a great place to settle and I’ve met some great people.
Living here also provided more of a chance to get to know the other residents better.  There are others like me who are new to the community.  There are others that lived here, moved away, and then moved back.   There are others who have lived here all their lives.  I met some while visiting for three years but during the year that I’ve lived here full time, I’ve had the opportunity to cultivate relationships and build trust and respect.
The Barnard Banter grew as well.  There is a great deal to write about.  I’ve concentrated on the good stuff, but on occasion I’ve written a little about the controversial…like the water tower.  The water tower…battle…is over or very nearly over.  I don’t mind losing and if, in fact, I have lost, at least the water tower received more of a fair evaluation than it would have otherwise.  During this issue (and a little during previous experiences), I’ve learned about responsive and non-responsive government.  I’ve learned that there are good and bad politicians at every level of government.  I know that I played by the rules and can look at myself in the mirror every morning and not feel ashamed of the person I see.
I’ve worked to establish the same honesty in the Barnard Banter.  I strive for accuracy and truthfulness.  I haven’t written about everything that I could or should have and I am rethinking that philosophy.  I never will write gossip; it has no place in these pages.  Maybe someday, I will write the whole story of what took place during the battle over the water tower and the adventure of 413 Smith Street.  If I do, I promise it will be the truth. 
The residents of Barnard have shared with me their vision of the town they would like to see Barnard become.  The result of this is the development of Barnard, Incorporated.  The mission of the developing non-profit organization is to help and plan for the economic development in the city of Barnard; record, protect, rehabilitate, and re-purpose Barnard’s heritage and structures; and to develop services that will help provide a reason for people to move here and stay here.  A library that provides homework assistance and tutoring is in the works.  Opening a gas station similar to what Glasco has built is a possible future project.  Barnard, Incorporated is partnering up with the United Way of Salina to host a town meeting at some point in the near future to give residents the opportunity to give suggestions of what they would like to see in Barnard.  One principle that Barnard, Incorporated wants to strongly adhere to is responsiveness to the residents of Barnard.
Barnard is a great place to live and has been a great place to write about for the last year.  I hope to continue to write about it for decades to come.  The story, sometimes happy, sad, angry, and every bit as good as any soap opera, is continuous and never ends.  Memories are created and treasured.  As long as there is a Barnard, I hope its story continues to be told.

Thursday, June 7, 2012

Barnard Sunrise National Park Vacation Bible School

The collaborative 2012 Sunrise National Park Vacation Bible School was held from May 29-June 1, 2012.  The annual VBS summer program is a collaboration between the Barnard First Methodist Church and the Barnard First Baptist Church.  The VBS program was on Sunday, June 3rd at the Barnard Community Building. 

Pictures and program provided by Jan Dowlin.











Barnard Community Movie Night June 22, 2012

June 8, 2012 marks the one year anniversary of the Barnard Banter.  During that time, the Banter has grown from a local blog with a few readers to having over 7,500 readers in over 30 countries across six continents.

The Barnard Banter and other local organizations are sponsoring a "Community Movie Night" in downtown Barnard on June 22, 2012 at dark.  There are other events that will be going on the hour prior and more information will be given when that organization's plans are finalized.  We will spray for mosquitoes a couple of times during the day before and day of the movie so it should be pleasant.  However, you know Barnard...bring some OFF or other insect repellent.  We will have some available at the show.





The details are:

When:  June 22, 2012

Where:  In the park around the Barnard Community Building.  The building will be open for restrooms and as a rain venue.

What time:  The movie will start as soon as it is dark enough...approximately between 9 and 9:30.

Admission:  FREE!  Just bring your lawn chair.

Movie Details:  I cannot name the movie but it is a real feel good one.  It is rated PG13 for a couple of instances of very mild language.



Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Just A Reminder...

If you have announcements about Barnard events, family gatherings, and pictures to post, send them in. There is never a charge. The only rule is that it has to be about Barnard or families with Barnard ties. There is also never a charge for advertising. The rule above applies. If you are in doubt, ask me. Happy Harvest!

Tuesday, June 5, 2012

City of Barnard Agenda and Financials Presented June 4, 2012




Barnard City Council Agenda and Financials Presented May 7, 2012




Let Me Know What You See (With June 7 Update)

In the past, I have received communication from readers that the posting of the city documents was hard to read.  I said I was unsure of any adjustments I could make within the blog and recommended the computer photo viewer to enlarge.

Well, sometimes old dogs can learn new tricks.  I found a size adjustment setting on the blog and I need to know what you see at your end.  I have an issue at my end with the original size setting.  On my ipad and laptop, the right margin stuff is over the original size documents.  On the extra-large setting, it is readable to me and doesn't have the right margin stuff over it.  However, I need to know if it is readable to you.

FYI...page one is extra-large and page two is original size.

Let me know in the comment section or by emailing barnardbanter@aol.com.

Thank you.

UPDATE:  Due to the response, documents will be published in the original size.  If there is difficulty in viewing them, let me know and I will email you the originals.  Barnardbanter@aol.com.

Barnard City Council Minutes for May 7, 2012


Barnard City Council Minutes from April 2, 2012


Minutes from Special City, Lions Club, and Townships Discussing Community Building from April 9, 2012

Monday, June 4, 2012

The Town That Couldn't Survive

Milo fell victim to the railroad.  The placement of the station could make or break a town.  Milo tried relocating to survive...it didn't work.  All that is left is the cemetery (at its first location) about 4 miles outside of Barnard.

Palmetto Inn in Barnard

From a postcard postmarked 1917.

An Early Photo of the Barnard Methodist Church

Sunday, June 3, 2012

Salt Creek 4-H Harvest Meal on Tuesday June 5th

The Salt Creek 4-H Harvest Meal will be on Tuesday, June 5th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the community building.  You can come in and dine in or take your lunches to the fields.

Friday, June 1, 2012

Barnard Post Office History


"Barnard Post Office established 100 years ago"
From the Lincoln Sentinel-Republican, May 20, 1982
 

It’s centennial time at the Barnard Post Office next week, reports Postmaster Marjorie Maholland. Cake and coffee will be served patrons and friends in an all-day open house Friday, May 21, in observance of the insitution’s 100th year.

Doing a bit of research on her own, Mrs. Maholland learned that it was 100 years ago May 18, 1882, that the first United States Post Office was established at Nimrod, with Isaac A. Ballard as its postmaster. Six years and four days later, May 22, 1888, the federal government changed the site to Barnard and named William A. Smith postmaster.

According to Mrs. Maholland, this information was verified by the U.S. Postal Service, Bureau of Archives, Washington, D.C., just a few days ago in answer to her inquiry.

Today, the Barnard Post Office serves 76 customer-patrons at its window and inside boxes; there are 124 rural route patrons. In addition to the postmaster, the staff includes Virginia Montgomery, clerk; Bill Biggs, rural carrier; and Leo Wallace, substitute carrier.

Mrs. Maholland, who has been Postmaster since 1976, said that the present native stone building housing the postal service at Barnard was built in 1960. The Barnard Post Office has been situated in several different bildings in various locations since it was established a century ago.

Source:  http://skyways.lib.ks.us/genweb/lincoln/barnard2.htm

The Founding of Barnard


The Founding
of
Barnard



From the Lincoln Beacon, Sept. 22, 1887

 
The new town of Barnard was partly surveyed and laid off in lots last week. All of the town now surveyed is in Scott township, in the southeast quarter of section 12, and the northeast quarter of section 13, on the I.A. Ballard and Davis King farms. It is now owned or controlled by the Kaw Valley Town Co., so we understand. We learn that they have fixed the price of lots from $60 to $300.

Loy’s addition is in the northwest quarter of section 18, in Salt Creek township, directly east and on the same kind of land, and only a short distance from the railroad station where now located. He expects to have it surveyed this week, and offers to sell lots for from $20 to $60 per lot.

This is business and we hope that all who contemplate locating in the new town of Barnard will take advantage of Mr. Loy’s more liberal terms. Let everyone in the township of Salt Creek take hold and help boom their own side of the town, as we have no need of going outside of the township to do business.

Source:  http://skyways.lib.ks.us/genweb/lincoln/barnard1.htm

Barnard City Council Meeting June 4, 2012

The next Barnard city council meeting is Monday, June 4, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. in the city building.

Barnard Music Jam and Card Party on Saturday June 2

The Barnard Music Jam and Card Party will be held at the Barnard Community Center on Saturday June 2nd.  Lunch is at noon with music to follow.  Card games will be played at 7 p.m. until ???

The Barnard Music Jam is held on the first Saturday of every month with the Card Party being held on the first and third Saturdays of the month.

All are welcome!!!!!

Cargill Grain Prices Available on the Barnard Banter

Harvest is upon us...well it will be after we dry out a bit.  Cargill has the contract for the Barnard grain elevator.  Cargill grain prices are available with a click; just look in the upper right hand corner of the blog.  The Cargill Ag link is just below the Barnard Weather link.