8 Broadcaster Press May 24, 2016 www.broadcasteronline.com Paving Her Way By Rep. Kristi Noem Kassidy, our oldest daughter, graduated from SDSU a few weeks ago, officially making Bryon and I the parents of a bona fide college graduate. She finished in four years with her Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Business, something she earned while also being heavily involved in athletics, clubs, and intramural sports and working on the side. Kassidy is largely paying her own way, but she’s busy becoming a licensed appraiser now to start making a dent in those student loans. I guess that pretty much sums up her last four years. Still, it doesn’t quite encapsulate the person she’s become in this time. To say that Bryon and I are proud of her would be an understatement. Kassidy is a hard worker. She’s incredibly responsible. She’s kind and adventurous – and perhaps most importantly, she has a deep love for the Lord. As she walked across the platform in Frost Arena, my mind went back to the day she was born. It was several weeks after my dad had been killed in an accident at our family farm. We were struggling as a family to imagine a future without him. The days were filled with trying to make decisions, calve out the cows, and get the crop planted. The nights were filled with tears and wondering how God could H 0 0 k have thought he needed a 49-year-old farmer in heaven when he still had so much to do here with us. I’ll be honest with you: I was mad and I felt devastated. The only thing that seemed to bring me any kind of peace was keeping busy with the cattle, so having a baby was not something I spent much time getting ready for. Then came April 21 and everything changed. When Kassidy was born, she reminded our family how to be happy again. We started being optimistic about the future; I actually began to look forward to the next sunrise. Kassidy, who we quickly nicknamed “Hop-a-long,” spent hours in tractors and combines and with Grandma Corinne. Even at three years old, she could sense when I was tired (and yes, maybe a little cranky). She’d look at me with these scolding eyes and remind me to fix my attitude, saying: “somebody's crabby...!" She had a special love for animals. Almost everything was “pretty neat, huh?” And we always told her wonderful stories about her Grandpa Ron and how much he would have loved to meet her. As Kassidy grew, more cousins were born and there was a lot for her to do. She kept them in line, made sure they behaved, and handed out chores like a boss. On my side of the family, she was the first cousin to play sports, go to school, drive, rodeo, and run equip- ment. Today, Kassidy loves traveling, the outdoors, hunting and spending time with her family. She is often the one who volunteers to take long road trips with me when I need to attend meetings across the state. Time and again, she’s filled in for me if I have to be in DC as well. Our second oldest, Kennedy, and I were discussing a trait of Kassidy's the other day. Kennedy said, “I think Kass just has really high standards for other people.” I hadn't really thought about it like that before, but Kennedy was right. Kassidy expects people to try to be their best, to be responsible, to serve the Lord, and to work hard, because she does. It may seem bossy to a little brother or type A to a friend, but it's not a bad thing as long as it's done with love. Many families across South Dakota are celebrating graduations this time of year. It is a wonderful time to reflect on childhood memories and dream about the future. For our family, I'm excited to see what God has in store for Kassidy. While so much is unknown, I am confident that Grandpa Ron would have been proud. with the employment the right bp Since 1934 ads in the Broadcaster Press 201 W. Cherry, Vermillion 605-624-4429 240 Acres of Clay County Land AT ABSOLUTE Wednesday, June 15th, 9:30 a.m. Sold in 2 tracts – One with 2, Ranch-Style homes! Auction location: Tract 1 OPEN HOUSE: Wednesday May 25th 6 - 7PM or call the auction company for appointment Tract 1, Located: From Highway 50 & Hwy 19 intersection at Vermillion, SD(Polaris Bldg), 2 miles North, 1/2-mile West, 1/2-mile North. 31421 462nd Avenue, Vermillion, SD. Tract 1 Legal: The E1/2NE1/4 in Sec 34-93-52, Clay County, South Dakota, 79.25 taxable acres. Taxes are $4330.36. The Clay County FSA Office shows 71.25 acres tillable with predominant soil types of WC and WD with a rating of 82-86 and a zero to 2% slope. This farm has 2 residences. House #1 is a 1,774 sq ft ranch style home with attached single car garage. Floor plan consists of entry, kitchen with built in range & oven, family room with bar, 3 bedrooms, full bath, block basement, central air, propane furnace, and hooked to rural water system. House #2 is a ranch style home built in 1966 with 1,070 sq ft. The floor plan consists of entry, kitchen w/ appliances, family room, 3 bedrooms, full bath, full block basement, propane furnace (approx 2 yr old), and an unattached single car garage. Also located on this acreage is a steel 36x68 machine shed built in 1986 with concrete floor, a 30x20 shed, plus a 8000bu grain bin with air floor and stiraetor, plus several outbuildings and bins. This property has a great location just minutes from Vermillion. This is Country Living with the opportunity to rent one of the houses for income or an investment in rental property on both homes. **** Tract 2, Located: From intersection of Hwys 50 & 19 (Polaris Bldg), 2 miles North and 1 ½-mile West on 315th Street, Vermillion, SD. 1/2-mile West of Corner of 315th Street & Bluff Road. Tract 2 Legal: The NE1/4, in Sec 4-92-52, and the West 2 1/2rods of the NW1/4 in Sec 3-92-52, Clay County, South Dakota. 159.63 taxable acres. Taxes are $4,054.14. The Clay County FSA Office show all tillable with predominant soil type Lu – Luton silty clay with a zero to 2% slope. TERMS on both tracts: 10% nonrefundable payment due day of auction, with balance due on closing day of July 15, 2016. Seller will pay 2016 taxes due in 2017. Possession on building site will be given on closing. Possession on farmland will be given when crops are harvested or January 1, 2017. Title insurance and closing costs will be split 50/50 between buyer and seller. Clay County Abstract & Title Co is the closing agent. Craig Thompson, Attorney for the Estate. Auctioneers are acting as agents for the sellers. HOWARD L. BREMER and BLANCHE BREMER – Living Trust- Estate Paul Bremer – Trustee GIRARD AUCTION & LAND BROKERS, INC. (605) 267-2421 Toll Free: 1-866-531-6186 Marv Girard, BA; Ken Girard, CAI, AARE; Mike Girard, CAI, BA; Scott Moore, Auctioneer www.GirardAuction.com Forum For Contested Alderman Seats To Be Held The Vermillion Area Chamber and Development Company and the Governmental Affairs Committee will be hosting a forum for the candidates running for the Alderman seats in the Central, Northwest and Southeast Wards. “One of the main purposes and goals of the Governmental Affairs Committee is to be able to provide opportunity for individuals to share their views on issues that directly affect Vermillion, said Executive Director Nate Welch. “These forums are open to the public and we encourage individuals to attend, ask questions and listen to what each candidate has to offer.” The forum will be held Tuesday, May 31 at the City Hall Council Chambers from 6-8 p.m. If you are unable to make it in person, it will be aired on local access TV and live streamed. We’ve Spotted A better way to buy, sell or rent! Connect with area landlords, renters, home buyers and home sellers with the Broadcaster classifieds! bp Since 1934 Broadcaster Press 201 W Cherry Vermillion 624-4429 ANTIQUE & COLLECTIBLE AUCTION Thursday Evening JUNE 2, 2016 Located: SD National Guard Armory, 603 Princeton St., Vermillion, SD AUCTION Starts @ 5:00 PM LUNCH AVAILABLE AUCTIONEERS NOTE: We invite you to attend this Afternoon Auction in Vermillion, South Dakota. We have assembled several items from SD & NE Estates & Collections for this Auction. There is a trailer load of boxes that have not been unpacked as of yet for this Auction. There are sure to be some surprises as we unload and set up for this Auction. Several items will be sold by box lot. Come prepared for a Full Armory. Visit our Web Site www.CHJAUCTIONEERS.COM for several photos. ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES: Oak Gentleman’s Dresser - Original Condition. Oak 3 Section Stackable Bookcase. Oak Secretary - To be restored. Wooden Wardrobe. Vulcan Bedroom Safe. Smoke Stand w/ Humidor. Country School Chalk Board - Unique Size. Primitive Display Shelving Unit. Primitive Wooden Garden Table. Wrought Iron Baby Bed. Porcelain Top Table. Wooden Wall Telephone. American Legion Advertising Clock. Redwing Crocks including; 2, 5, 6, & 10 Gallon Sizes. Primitive Sleds. Sinclair Opaline Motor Oil 0 5 Gallon Can. Veedol Quart Oil Cans. Deep Rock Grease Tin. Milk Scale. Gem Dandy Electric Churn. New Yorker 31 Day Wall Clock. Bullet Pencils. Peace Pipe. Military Uniforms. Barn Lanterns. Stoddard Cast Iron Seat. Dazy Metal Butter Churn. Crockery Marbles. Trivets. Several Glass Slides from Movie Theater. Vintage Christmas Decorations. Several Neighbor Lady Cookbooks - from 1940’s to 1960’s. Small Watch Display Case. Vintage South Dakota License Plates. Plus Many More Miscellaneous Items yet to be discovered as boxes are being unpacked for this Auction. ADVERTISING SIGNS: Large Coca Cola Sign. Miller High Life Advertising Sign. Surge Milker Sign. Sokota Sign. Acco Seed Sign. Chesterfield Cigarette Sign. Viceroy Cigarette Sign. Schmidt Beer Signs. TOYS: Structo Dump Truck. Ny-Lint Earth Mover. Tonka Snorkel Truck. Eartl Farm Toys including; IH Cub, MT-A & Others. Baseball Cards. ASSORTMENT OF COSTUME JEWELRY TO BE SOLD. APPROX 25 TO 30 COOKIE JARS - ASSORTED STYLES & TYPES TO BE SOLD. VINTAGE WOMEN’S HATS - Over 25 in the Offering to be Sold - Along with small offering of Vintage Clothing & Ladies Purses. SEVERAL DISPLAY CASES OF SMALLS TO BE SOLD BY CHOICE. COINS: Small offering Of Coins Sell from Separate Auction Ring - Including: Steel War Cents, Uncirculated Lincoln Cents, Roosevelt Dimes, Wheat Cents, Jefferson Nickels, Buffalo Nickels & Others. For complete listing & photos visit: www.CHJAUCTIONEERS.COM Terms: Cash or Bankable Check. Not Responsible For Accidents or Theft. AUCTION CONDUCTED BY: CREAMER HEIMES JANSSEN AUCTIONEERS & APPRAISERS L.L.C. RYAN CREAMER 402.254.9753 ALTON HEIMES 402.254.3315 ROGER JANSSEN: 402.388.4409 Find the Right People Advertise your job openings in the Broadcaster. 201 W Cherry Vermillion 624-4429 Machinery, Antique and Personal Property Auction Tuesday, June 7, 2016, 5:00 PM 1926 Rumely Tractor, 1918 Dodge Touring Car JD 4010 Tractor, Witte Electric Plant/Generator We will sell the following at public auction located at 28820 477th Ave, Canton, SD or from Canton, SD 6 miles south on SD Hwy 11 and 2 miles west on Lincoln County Rd 140 (288th St) and ¼ mile south on 477th Ave or from the I-29 Fairview Exit # 56, 6 ½ miles east on Lincoln County Rd 140 (288th St) and ¼ mile south on 477th Ave. Tractors: I1926 Rumely Oil Pull L 15/25 tractor, nice older restoration, running, needs fuel pump repair; JD 4010 diesel tractor, 7514 hrs, cab, NF, 3pt, synchro, 1 hyd; JD A tractor, not running; Farmhand 960 snow blower, hyd spout. Antique Cars & Vehicles: 1918 Dodge touring car, running, older restoration, good top and tires; nice upholstery; 2 extra Dodge windshields; 1963 Dodge Belvedere, not running; 1974 Dodge 2wd pickup, not running. Misc & Household: Witte electric plant/generator, shedded; Wisconsin generator; old farm scale; JD D140 riding lawn mower, 48 inch cut; Ranch King garden trailer; Yardman and Eagle Star riding lawn mowers, not running; bench grinder; cutting torch; garden tiller; weed eater; jack stands; tricycle and bike; Craftman push mower; fuel tank/stand; chain saw; books; curio cabinet; dishware; decorative plates; coffee table; bedroom chests and head board; infrared heater; occasional chairs; Kenmore sewing machine; freezer; kitchenware, cupboards; Bissel cleaner; plus more. Antiques and Collectibles: wicker baby stroller; doctor bag; retro lamps; Maytag wringer washer; Underwood typewriter; kerosene lamps; dolls and crib; comic books; records; plant stand; Duncan Phyfe table/chairs; plus more. Terms: Cash, Check, Sales Tax Pictures visit: www.westraatkins.com Elsie Severson & Gordon Severson Estate, Owners Mark Severson, POA, 362-0590 Joel R Westra, Broker, Beresford, SD 605-310-6941 Pete Atkins, Broker Associate, Tea, SD 605-351-9847 Joel A Westra, Broker Associate, Chancellor, SD 605-957-5222 Phil Eggers, Broker Associate, Renner, SD 605-351-5438