Livingston county history
LIVINGSTON COUNTY CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN RED CROSS
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LIVINGSTON COUNTY CHAPTER OF THE AMERICAN RED CROSSThe Red Cross Chapter was chartered on April 4, 1917 as the Chillicothe Red Cross Chapter. On December 7, 1917 the name was changed to the Livingston County Chapter. The petition was signed by Inez Duffield, W. H. Ellett, Dr. H. M. Grace, Dr. A. J. Simpson, T. C. Beasley, J. C. Shelton, 0. P. Clark, Mrs. Ida Bryan Eastman, Josephine Norville and Laura Schmitz. The first officers were: Chairman: Rev. George F. Rixey, Vice-Chairman: Mrs. John Milbank, Second Vice Chairman: Mrs. T. D. Jones, Treasurer: Mr. T. C. Beasley, Secretary: Miss Inez Duffield. Livingston County Chapter owes its existence primarily to the far sighted vision of Miss Duffield, who had seen the necessity of an organization such as this, and together with Miss Norville had formulated plans for its inception. (Miss Norville, a high school English teacher in Chillicothe for over 40 years, died in 1956). These plans materialized in March 1917. Branches that were established were: Bedford, Central Chapel, Chillicothe Colored, Chula, Dawn, Grace Church, Ludlow, Mooresville, North Chillicothe Township, Rich Hill Township, Sampsel South Chillicothe Township, Spring Hill, Sturges, Utica, and West Cream Ridge. Through the years the chapter has, served well during war and peace. The Chapter served through World War II, Korean War and Viet Nam War. Many bandages were rolled, garments made, ditty bags assembled and supplies shipped. Mrs. Irma Sigler, executive secretary, received many urgent messages in the middle of the night during World War II and would be accompanied by her daughter, Mrs. Bernard Rupp, to the office on the 2nd floor of the court house and to the depot to send telegrams. The records are incomplete but it appears that Mr. & Mrs. Harry Patek were the first director & executive secretary. They were followed by Mrs. J. G. Sigler 1942-1953, Mrs. Clarence M. Grace 1953-1956, Mrs. Ernest Hamilton 1956-1962, Mrs. Mildred Hunt 1962-1964, Mrs. William Schauer 1964-1968, Mr. & Mrs. Albert Pendleton 1968-1980 and Mrs. Mabel Banks 1980. The hospital Volunteer program was started at the Chillicothe Hospital February 1966 with 37 women participating. It was organized by Mrs. Ruby L. (Chester) Robbins. It continues today at Hedrick Medical Center with Mrs. Earl (Evelyn) Griffith as the chairman. The Candy Stripers work through the summer months. The chapter stresses safety in swimming lessons and first aid classes. The American Red Cross occupies a unique place as a popularly supported agency, acting in accordance with the Treaty of Geneva and under charter from the Congress, its service to the Armed Forces and its responsibilities in time of disaster requires that it act promptly and fully in time of emergency. The chapter operates with local contributions and hours of volunteer services. The National American Red Cross is celebrating its centennial year in 1981, having been organized in 1881 by Clara Barton. Current officers for 1980 are: Willa Jane Smith, chairman, George Fish, vice-chairman, Dick Gilroy, secretary and Earle Teegarden Jr, treasurer. LIVINGSTON COUNTY HEALTH COUNCILThe Health Council was a project of the Livingston County Extension Club Council with Mrs. Eddie Lay as president. They thought that there was a need for a Health program that would combine the Health activities of the various clubs and organizations into one group which would work together carrying out the needs of the community. After contacting the County Superintendent of Schools, Howard Leech, the County Home Extension Agent - Mrs. Ruth Lieberam, and a local doctor - Dr. Donald M. Dowell, M.D., they decided that a County Health Council would be the answer. April 6, 1956, a meeting was held in the County Court Room with representatives from 30 clubs and P.T.A. groups. Officers named were Mrs. Edgar Kohl, R.N. - president, Mrs. Frances (Joe) Kinsella – Vice-president, Mrs. Grace (John) Meek - secretary, Mr. Howard Leech - treasurer, and Mrs. Ruby L. (Chester) Robbins - projects chairman. The Council received assistance from the Hospital Administrators - Mr. McLeod and Lee Stillwell and from the Missouri Health Council members - P. F. Rector - education director, Mrs. Eva Moen, Chester G. Starr. They aided in the Incorporation of the Council. Some of their projects were: polio clinics with 507 shots given during the summer and 641 in the fall at the High School, chest X-rays with nearly 5000 persons responding, blood-typing clinics with 1690 responding in the first 24 hour session and 388 in the 103 next session of 16 hours; A Health Unit for Livingston County. Petitions were mailed to 115 Clubs and organizations with the response of nearly 1000 signatures which was more than enough to have it voted on. Judge Frank Bonderer and other members of the County Court and June Morgan agreed that the Health Unit could be voted on in the General Election in the fall. While the group waited for the election they continued to have polio clinics with a report that out of the 5087 eligible children 5015 had been given shots, Mrs. Kinsella, Mrs. Meek and Mrs. Robbins were busy getting news articles concerning a Health Unit ready for the Constitution and Radio Station KCHI. The Health Unit needed a two-thirds vote to pass and it was reported that it failed only by a simple majority. In 1967, they tried to reorganize the Health Council to work for a Health Unit. However, today we do have a Health Unit. -- Mrs. Ruby L. Robbins MASONIC LODGE, UTICABenevolence Lodge 170 AF and AM at Utica was chartered on May 30, 1857, however meetings were held prior to that date. The earliest recorded meeting was July 17, 1856. John S. Harper was the first Worshipful Master, A. J. Austin was first Junior Warden, and William Hiron was the first Senior Warden. The Centennial was observed in 1957 at the Mooresville High School with a recorded attendance of 258 persons representing 40 lodges in Missouri, Iowa, and Kansas. Hubert Walz was Worshipful Master at the time of the Centennial. Present officers are Otis Ireland, worshipful master; Mike Clark, senior warden; and John Stamper, junior warden. Richard Sidden is secretary. Meetings are held on the second and fourth Mondays of each month in the original Masonic Hall Building. MOORESVILLE COMMUNITY BETTERMENT ASSOCIATION The Mooresville Community Betterment Association was organized in March of 1977. Each citizen of Mooresville is a member with nine board members being the governing body. The current president is Butch Thomas. Kathy Jones and Betty Mosher are past presidents. The Association is a non-profit organization which does not support any religious or political group. It was established solely for the purpose of bettering the community. Two major improvements are: 1.Fair Park: On a two acre area located east of town is Fair Park. This was so named in memory of Lester J. Fair for which the land was donated. The park has play equipment in the way of teetertotters, swings, and a basketball goal. There is also a back stop and bleachers where kids spend a good deal of time playing ball. 2. Porter Building: Another accomplishment is a new Porter building which is located on Main Street. It is jointly owned with the Fire Department, township and city. For the past three years in September the Association has had a fun day. This is a money making project as well as having fun, in the community. Throughout the day there is a parade, baby show, crafts, on display, country store, bingo, cake walk, and a program in the evening. Each citizen does his part on this day and everyone has a good time. Future plans include modernizing the Porter Building and a shelter house for the park. Citizens of Mooresville are very proud of their town and community and the accomplishments they have made in such a short time. 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