The year of 2004 – from The Pioneer Review archives

January

South Dakota livestock Producers received $2.7million in disaster livestock assistance. Haakon County’s share was $95,887.

An opt-out possibility was discussed by patrons and the school board. The board later voted unanimously in favor of the opt-out.

The City Council stated that the proposed sales tax changes (the food tax repeal) could harm the city budget.

The Prairie Expo held in Philip was a success.

The Philip Scotties hosted the Philip Triangular Wrestling Meet on Monday, January 3. Wall/ Kadoka and Lyman County were invited. The results are as follows:

Philip vs.

The Philip Scotties hosted the Philip Triangular Wrestling Meet on Monday, January 3. Wall/ Kadoka and Lyman County were invited. The results are as follows:

Philip vs.

Boyd Conzemius of Pierre is the new American Family Insurance agent for the Philip area.

Conzemius has known Cathy Knight, Ray Hanson and Ramsey Kendall, the three previous agents. He is familiar with the Philip area and has 25 years experience with American Family. The Philip office will be open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and will continue to be operated by Margaret Pfeifer, who is a fully licensed staff member.

Having started business in Rapid City, Conzemius has been based out of Pierre since 1983.

Lawrence Schofield was chosen by his fellow board members to lead the Haakon County Commissioners during 2005.

The commissioners reorganized

at their January 4 meeting at the Haakon County Courthouse. Rita O’Connell replaced Mike Gebes as the commissioner from District 3. All commissioners and elected officials were given the oath of office.

Chosen as vice-president was Don Eymer. The commissioners also selected members to be on certain boards. Schofield will stay on the weed board; Mel Smith - extension board; Darrel Terkildsen - fair board.

Year-end business for the Philip City Council was addressed at the scheduled special meeting on Wednesday, December 29, 2004.

The well water users agreement has been drafted and sent to the various users. A meeting to finalize that issue has been set for Friday, January 14.

The Philip Airport PAPI lights are up and running. The specific line item ran higher than expected, but the overall budget for the airport absorbed the cost. The airport five-year engineering proposals have been received and engineering interviews with the airport committee are scheduled at 2:00 p.m.

Flags for overseas military

We frequently hear about the negative actions of the people in power. I would like to share a kind action of a man I know little about.

I am an employee of the State of South Dakota. This is important only for the details to make sense. Recently, while I was at work, my supervisor phoned me and asked for the names of my son and daughter-in-law who are both in the military and serving overseas. The names had been requested by Governor Rounds.

I hate mirrors because they force me to see myself. I would much prefer to let my mind ‘see’ me as I truly am: handsome. I don’t wear glasses in that life. There, I actually have hair on top of my head. I always sincerely smile and never appear to be in a foul mood. If this stuff is getting too deep, I do rent out shovels and rubber boots.

On the rare occasion when my children wake up because of nightmares, they now come to my wife’s side of our bed. Once, I was their first choice for support and comforting.

Mass of Chrsitian burial for Paul W. Konst, Huron, SD, was celebrated Tuesday, Dec. 21, at Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Huron with Father Donald Imming as celebrant.

Paul died Wednesday evening, Dec. 15, 2004, at Sioux Valley Hospital at Sioux Falls at the age of 80.

Music for the service was provided by Fran Hendricks, organist, and Rich Janes, soloist. Casket bearers were Kevin and Brian Taber, Jon and Danielle Konst, Teresa Pengilly and Scott Klitzke.

Interment was in St.

Edith M. "Babe" Fennell, age 106, of Philip, died Tuesday, January 04, 2005, at the Philip Nursing Home.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Sunday, January 9, with a rosary service at 7:30 p.m., all at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip.

Mass of Christian Burial will be held 10:00 a.m. Monday, January 10, at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Philip, with Father Ron Garry as celebrant.

Interment will be in the Masonic Cemetery, Philip, South Dakota.

A memorial is established.

FUNERAL SERVICES

10:00 a.m.