shop online at www.missourivalleyshopper.com December 10, 2019 • Page 7 ‘Shop Small’ in South Dakota The Bookworm ‘Mobituaries’ Shines A Light On Lives Worth Reliving “Mobituaries: Great Lives Worth Reliving” by Mo Rocca and Jonathan Greenberg; © 2019, Simon & Schuster. 375 pages ——— BY TERRI SCHLICHENMEYER Dust to dust. That’s supposedly what we all become again when we exit, stage left: we are made of dust, and we’ll just be a pile of it when we die. But is that all, or can we hope to live on as a line in a page somewhere? As in the new book “Mobituaries: Great Lives Worth Reliving” by Mo Rocca and Jonathan Greenberg will someone remember? Nothing lasts forever. If you’re old enough to read that, you’re old enough to know its truth: everything and everybody ends eventually, and some leave without fanfare. We might not even see them go because, as Mo Rocca muses, “not everyone has gotten the send-off they were due...” That set-things-right need for closure launched Rocca’s “Mobituary,” which is “an appreciation for someone [or some thing] who didn’t get the love she or he deserved the first time around.” Take, for instance, “the long s,” which looks something like a small F and which can be found in the Declaration of Independence. It ceased to be used in late 1803, and is gone but not forgotten. Women don’t wear hobble skirts anymore, and men don’t wear codpieces; doctors don’t believe phrenology helps to diagnose your obsession with cats; encyclopedias won’t help a young authorto-be who thinks he’s gay; and you can no longer visit Prussia because it hasn’t existed since early 1947. But things don’t just disappear. People do, too. Once upon a time, every man wanted to dress like a guy named Beau Brummel. We don’t talk about Ada Lovelace these days, or her 19th-century computer programming work. Few people know who Moses Fleetwood Walker is; and even in today’s political climate, Billy Carter’s name is rarely mentioned. Reputations can die ignominously, TV shows get canceled, and careers fade away (or sometimes end with a President’s life). Complacency can die, as can grace. But sometimes, just when we think life is filled with nothing but death, demise and unpleasantry, it can return on the tops of champagne bubbles… The first thing — perhaps even the only thing — you need to know is that “Mobituaries” is absolutely delightful. Promise yourself two minutes with this book, and you’ll close its covers a half-hour later. Dip in for a little nostalgia (when did station wagons depart, anyhow?). Step back in time to witness the acts of people who made big impacts but are now largely forgotten. See how celebrities can eclipse other celebs, even in death. Like with a bag of potato chips, watch yourself reach into this book for another handful because authors Mo Rocca and Jonathan Greenberg don’t wade in too deeply; instead, they give readers just enough to whet appetites but not so much that we get full. And as with any feast, literary or otherwise, you can nibble without thinking you must have a helping of everything. Rattle around and you’ll find that “Mobituaries” is gently humorous, kindly inclusive, and plain fun to read. Have it nearby and you’ll know that this book won’t collect dust. Check out the By Sen. John Thune While I’m sure most people know about the Black Friday shopping event that follows Thanksgiving each year, a relatively new shopping “holiday,” of sorts, popped up in the last decade that is celebrated annually on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Small Business Saturday was created almost ten years ago to encourage people to “shop small” and check out their local brick and mortar stores that dot Main Streets across America. In South Dakota, with 99 percent of businesses classified as small businesses, this event is particularly special. There are over 86,000 small businesses in the state that employ over 210,500 employees, collectively. So, when you support small businesses and the hardworking people who make them possible, you also help support the economy of South Dakota. I recognize what these stores, shops, and restaurants mean to Book Chatter Continues At Vermillion Public Library The Vermillion Public Library continues to host this popular new “un-book club” in the Small Conference Room on the first Friday of every month at 1:45 p.m. Do you enjoy talking about the books you’re reading? Do you need help choosing your next book? Is there a specific book you want to rave about? Bring a book you’ve recently read and share it with the group! Help yourself to refreshments, get comfy, and prepare to listen, chat, and possibly take home your next favorite book from the Vermillion Public Library. All are welcome to this casual round table discussion. The Vermillion Public Library can be found at 18 Church Street in Vermillion. For more information, call the library at 605.677.7060, or visit www. vermillionpubliclibrary.org. Seasonal Odd-Even Parking Impacts Portions Of Vermillion Odd-Even Parking seasonally impacts the following areas: East/West streets between Dakota and Plum (Cedar & National); North/South streets between Clark and Main (Harvard, Yale, University, Willow & Pine). This protocol allows for the streets to be plowed from curb-to-curb. Plowing curb-to-curb is crucial, because when snow is allowed to accumulate in the street, the freeze-thaw cycle can be very damaging to the pavement. 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YANKTON OFFICE: 605-665-9675 OR 800-658-3631 December 12, 2019 • 10am to 2pm 30651 US-81, Yankton, SD In Print and Online! 3 1 are what make communities in our state great. Almost two years ago, Congress passed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, historic tax reform that has helped small businesses expand their operations, increase wages, add new employee benefits, and hire more workers. In addition, the reduction of unnecessary red tape over the last few years has helped create a regulatory environment that continues to allow businesses of all sizes – small businesses, in particular – to keep thriving. I will continue to look for ways in Congress to ensure our Main Streets remain a prosperous part of our communities, because I know there is always more that can be done. This holiday season, consider supporting your local communities by “shopping small.” Remember how important these businesses are for our neighbors, friends, and families, and the state of South Dakota. 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Visit our website www.CHJAUCTIONEERS.COM for more information & photos. ** Special Note: Live On-Line Bidding through PROXIBID will be available for a portion of this Auction starting at 11:00 a.m. For the catalog visit the following link: View Catalog at: https://www.proxibid.com/asp/Catalog.asp?aid=170902 PRE-REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED TO BID ON-LINE Vehicles and Equipment: 1992 Ford Ranger 2WD, auto., w/topper. 1983 GMC S-15 High Sierra, 1983, 50,000 miles on engine overhaul, auto., 2WD. 1982 GMC Pickup, Custom Deluxe 20, 3 Ton Diesel, - 4 Speed w/ Service Box and Tommy Endgate. 1971 Oldsmobile Cutlass 2 Door Hard Top – Auto on the column, Shows 44,495 miles – Ed & JoAnn are the second owners of this car – was purchased at 13,000 miles, 350 Engine, 2 barrel carburetor. Nice Car. 1931 Chevrolet 2-door Sedan, Restoration project- has been several years since this has ran. JD 526 Snow Blower. Sears Lawn Tractor w/Snow Blower, needs work. Tandem Axle Trailer, 70” by 25.5 ft., bumper hitch. Single Axle Trailer, bumper hitch – 6 ft x 12 ft. 1995 Dodge Pickup Box. Stahl Utility Pickup Box, fits S-10 Pick Up. TOOLS: Alum. Ext. Ladder. 3 Fiberglass Step Ladders. Uniweld Brassing Torch Set. Drill Bits. Hand Tools. Water Analyzer. Water Test Kit. Bench Grinder. K-T Drill Press, 12 sp.. Makita Jack Demo Hammer, 110 Volt, Model HM 1301. Moveable Shop Bench w/Parts Washer. Sheet Rock Jack. MILK MACHINE PARTS: Bulk Tank, 400 gal. Milk Machine Compressors. Stainless Pipe 1 ½, 2, 3 inch. 3 Inch Receiving Package. Milker Hose. Dairy Manager Multi-function Control Module for Feed System. Milker Cleaners and Degreasers. System Pump. Milk Filters. Milk Machine Collection Bowls. 5 Small Vacuum Pumps. 2 Large Vacuum Pumps. Electric Motors. Surge Pipe Line Washer, Model 72966. Stainless Wash Tank. Milk Machine Pump Stands. Stainless Clamps. Milk Machine Vacuum Pump. Brass Galv. Pipe Fittings. Refrigerator Parts. SS Pipe Fittings. Milk Cooler supplies. MISC: Hot Water Heater, 50 gal., new. Steel Shelving Units. New Bolt and Nuts. 5 Cases of Broom Brushes. 350 Chevy Engine Parts. Waterloo Tool Box. 3 Trailer House Axles. Fiberglass Cover for Go-Cart Van. B&S 10hp engine. 2000 ga. Anhydrous Tank. Large Elec. Motors. Honda Motorcycle Chassy. Toledo Scale. Elect Motor Parts. Golf Clubs. Steel Meat Lockers, 12 drawers. 4x8 Plywood Cabinet. Plastic Containers, 15 gallon. Truck Chains. Fan Blades. Water Softener Brine Tanks. Electrical Wire. Electrical Supplies, lock nuts, breakers. Water Softener Tanks. Items too numerous to mention. COLLECTIBLES: Westfalia Surge Sales & Service Sign, lighted, 4x6 – New Never Hung. Coca Cola Cooler, Vendo. Coca Cola Cooler, Runs, needs fan. Milk Help Yourself Blow Up Cow. GEA Cows, Dealer Christmas Gifts. Holstein Cow Clock, Surge Clock. Sun Viser for 1949-1950 Chevy Pickup. Tonka Toys. Ford Tractor Back Hoe Toy. Sioux Land Vet Supply Sign. Milk Machine Buckets. Surge Shirt Patches, Street Rodder Magazines. Ed & JoAnn Hosch Owners Terms: Cash or Bankable Check. Not Responsible For Accidents or Theft. For Complete Listing & Photos Visit Our Web Site www.CHJAUCTIONEERS.COM AUCTION CONDUCTED BY: CREAMER HEIMES JANSSEN AUCTIONEERS & APPRAISERS L.L.C. Hartington, NE — RYAN CREAMER 402.254.9753 ALTON HEIMES 402.254.3315 ROGER JANSSEN: 402.388.4409