Bouse NewsletterEditor’s Note:AARP’s Fraud Watch Network provides more prevention tips and...

Newsletter funding is provided jointly by the Bouse Booster Club and the Chamber of CommerceEditing - Pat Walch ... Layout & Design - David & Dani Bull (Blue Moose Design Services)

Bouse Booster Club Looking forward to seeing everyone again!!!

This season’s starting dates1st Bingo Nov 1, 2018 6pm1st Monday Morning Breakfast

Nov 5, 2018 7am

1st Booster Board Meeting Nov 5, 2018 10am1st Art Club Meeting Nov 5, 2018 1pm1st Booster Meeting & Potluck

Nov 6, 2018 5pm

1st Quilters Club meeting Nov 7, 2018 9am1st Ghost Riders Meeting Nov 15, 2018 9am1st Ice Cream Social Nov 18, 2018 2pm

And our Event Dates:Founders Day Nov 10, 2018Christmas Bazaar Dec 7-8, 2018Desert Brushes Art Show Feb 1-2, 2019Camp Bouse Luncheon Feb 9, 2019Spring Fever Daze Mar 1-2, 2019

Oct 201898th Edition

The Chamber’s Message I am honored to be able to say this has been my third

year as Chamber president. As with each Oct newsletter, it’s a good opportunity to review what’s been happening over the summer. Another summer has come and gone and us FTF’s (full-time fool’s, LOL) that suffer through the heat each year welcome people back from their summer hiatus. We are all glad to see our winter residents back safe and sound.

By far the biggest change that our winter residents may notice is what’s happened to the Rest Area. John Bennett, John Newman and their team of volunteers have pretty much ignored the heat of summer to ensure one of the Chamber’s latest project nears completion. Do yourself a favor and take a look!!! Along the backside of the rest area is a series of static displays representing the history of Bouse. Displays of mining, farm, rail, and fire equipment have been placed (or in at least two cases) built. The project started with the relocation of the old fire tank to the rest area and the decision that we should develop other static displays to create a place of interest that may provide passers-by with a place to stop briefly on their travels. One such focal point is the train, depot and water tower. Made using a lot of imagination and the creative use of old ‘bits and pieces’ (including the original wood from the old railway depot), the train was designed and built mostly by John Bennett (and a small group of volunteers). No train would be complete without the creation of a train depot and water tower. As the project progressed other items of interest were donated by the public for which we are truly appreciative. We plan to add informational displays and a dedication plague to the site and have a dedication event at some point during the winter.

The second project is the building of a memorial wall of remembrance in the military park which began as a suggestion at a monthly meeting. The plan is to develop

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Additions to Calendar email: [email protected] For additional Info call 928-851-1080

“Nobody will ever deprive the American people of the right to vote except the American people

themselves, and the only way they could do that is by not voting.”

- Franklin D. Roosevelt (1882-1945)

Bouse Community newsletter - oCt 2018

A Glimpse of Arizona’s Past . . .Yuma Bill was known to enjoy a good joke while scouting for the U.S. Army. He was described by Colonel George

Forsyth as “our most reliable Apache scout . . . who spoke English very well, and was an unusually fine Indian.” Actually Yuma Bill was a member of the Tolkapaya Yavapai tribe (then referred to as Yuma Apache or Yavapai Apache). Yavapai tribal customs were similar, but their language, very different from Apaches. The Yavapai were among the first Indians placed on reservations in Arizona Territory and became a natural recruiting ground for “Apache” scouts to help pacify territorial unrest in eastern and southern Arizona. Yuma Bill joined other young Yavapais seeking excitement and respect in answering the Army’s call.

On April 23, 1882, Yuma Bill and five other scouts accompanied Lt. David McDonald and two enlisted men to track Geronimo along the AZ/NM border. The scouts were in the lead when they encountered two prospectors who took them for hostiles and ran in circles, seeking cover. Yuma Bill turned to his fellow scouts and said, “White man heap scared, no catchum news!” The troops—and finally the prospectors—all joined in a good laugh.

Continuing along the trail, Yuma Bill’s party soon discovered the remains of recent campfires and the scouts determined it was too dangerous to go farther. Lt. McDonald jeered them, calling them women, so on they went. They were soon ambushed and three scouts fell dead. Those left whirled to flee, but bullets soon claimed the life of Yuma Bill. Holding his ground with the remaining men, the Lt. sent word to Col. Forsyth who galloped in with six troops, guns blazing. Two more men were killed before it ended with the Army troops withdrawing while the Indians retreated across the valley.

Another Yavapai scout—whose headstone in Santa Fe’s National Cemetery bears the name Y. B. Rowdy—is sometimes confused with Yuma Bill. Awarded the Medal of Honor for valor, Y B Rowdy was buried in grave 894 of Section A with full military honors. But was actually killed in a brothel in Miami, AZ and buried in Santa Fe. The YB designation was often used to denote “Yavapai Brave” on the markers of those who served as scouts from that tribe.

$65 Billion Lost Through Medicare Fraud and Errors

I recently read an article outlining how billions of dollars are being fraudulently charged to Medicare claims each year through illegal use of someone else’s Medicare ID number that has been scammed from medical records—or through “padding” invoices by unscrupulous or careless provider offices. Many times it’s because medical

records or bills have not been properly disposed of by us or somewhere in the medical offices, and scammers get ahold of our personal info.

How can we do our job to make sure our Medicare dollars are being properly spent?

Check every document you receive showing payment of your claims. Make sure it’s yours and make sure it’s for the right procedure. Don’t just put it in the file if it shows you owe nothing! Check the amounts just as you would you were paying the bill yourself. If you question an amount or unfamiliar description of services provided, check it out. After all, it is OUR money being spent to pay each Medicare claim in the system. Our Tax Dollars! And guess who has to replace that $65 Billion!

a memorial to all the past conflicts and to those that have served on behalf of this country. The design concept includes a seating area for visitor quiet reflection of the sacrifices made by others for our freedoms. Currently we are still working on planning and donations so that once started it is completed quickly and hope to start this project in coming months. (see article page 4)

Continuing the busy Summer prep period, the Chamber and Bouse community businesses were again heavily involved in the County-wide tourism teams promotional effort – the 2018 ‘Passport to Adventure’ brochure is available throughout the county again (get your copy now), the ‘explore the trails of La Paz County’ ‘Show Me Rides’ will again be available in Parker, Salome, Quartzsite and

CHAMBER’S MESSAGE (continued from page 1)

Confused Over New Medicare Cards?Excerpted from the June 2018 AARP Bulletin by Pat Walch

Mail distribution of sixty million new Medicare Cards, with newly assigned ID numbers to replace your old card’s SSN, began in May and is projected to be a yearlong process. “The new cards are a step forward for fraud prevention,” said an officer of AARP, “but con artists are working overtime on new ways to scam seniors.” Beware!

There is no processing charge or fee for these cards, they will be mailed to you through the USPS. Your old card is still good until you receive your new one.

Scammers posing as Medicare reps are already calling Medicare card holders demanding a fee from you to receive your card or reporting you have a refund coming and asking for bank info to process your reimbursement. If you receive any kind of a call about your new card, hang up and call or go online to Medicare to report it. (To learn more about when your card will arrive, go to Medicare.gov/NewCard.)

Editor’s Note: AARP’s Fraud Watch Network provides more prevention tips and advice on many types of scams, including those involving card replacements. Sign up for AARP’s Watchdog Alert to get regular updates on new scams.

Bouse over the winter months, and the La Paz Tourism teams new Tourism Expo to be held on Dec 12 at the BlueWater Casino. The Chamber has also been planning the season’s Founder’s Day event (which returns to the Booster Club Hall), the 3rd annual Christmas event, and of course the Camp Bouse Dedication hoping to provide an even better dedication in February.

Overall, the board continues to try to build a community. We invite you to come to the Monthly meeting and (for those interested) become involved in the Bouse community through volunteer service at any levelDavid Bull2018 Chamber President


BES Youth Install Amateur Radio Repeater System

The new Amateur Radio Repeater System installed at Bouse Elementary School this summer links our students and community members with those in at least 14 other communities through the Desert Amateur Radio Network. This creates new

social and educational engagements and opportunities for the youth, but also provides a platform to expand our programs in radio science, amateur radio and space research. Our goal is to create interesting new learning opportunities to lift up and inspire our youth into science and learning.

The system was built, installed and programmed by five student amateur radio operators from Bouse Elementary School working 3-4 hours each of 8 days. The radio system is for the entire Bouse community. It can be used for safety or fun at home, on-the-road, off road, or while traveling. All one needs is an amateur radio license and a radio to get involved. It’s a great way to meet new people or to help communicate with our friends, families, neighbors, and emergency responders in times of disaster, even when the cell phone or internet services are down.

Students will even be able to engage in interactive learning from home. And have opportunities for live broadcasts about activities onboard the International Space Station while it passes over AZ. If you are an amateur radio operator, I hope you will join us on the network. If not, it is easy to get started. To learn more about how you, your friends, and family can become amateur radio operators contact Dave Anderson at 602-616-8338 or email [email protected].

An Extraordinary Summer Happening!by Gloria Freemon

The extradordinary thing ... the 9 week Summer Read program for the Bouse children! This successful program was the inspiration of our librarian Sharon Hillhouse. Sharon has conducted Summer Read in Salome for many years with huge success and up to 70 children attending.

Twenty children attended Bouse’s 2018 Summer Read at the La Paz Community Bldg. each Tuesday where breakfast and lunch were served much to the delight of the children. Sharon purchased a griddle to serve hot meals and a cooler to store drinks. Volunteers Valarie Huthula helped with the meals and Carol Verley brought desserts for each session. Many parents and community members stopped by and gave a hand with the activities.

Each week a different program or speaker was featured to teach the children different skills and life practices including: an AZ Game & Fish wildlife exhibition and educational program, and La Paz County Probation Officer’s demonstration about bullying. La Paz Health Department’s workshop on germs and how to take care of your lungs included a hands-on demo with the children making lungs out of paper bags and straws, then breathing into them—the kids really got into this! The Sheriff’s office came twice—once with drug dogs when one of the parents so kindly volunteered to put on the suit and have the dogs attack him! Second, the deputies brought an inmate in shackles who related to the children what had happened to him after making the wrong choices in his life. A favorite was the “Yo-Yo Man, a professional demonstrator from Havasu showing his Yo-yo skills. This program was the only paid presenter, but the kids had a great time watching and learning.

Sharon, with her keen mind, had so many projects for the kids to make. They made rockets out of pop bottles, duct tape, and pencils; then used vinegar and soda to send them up into the air. Bouncy balls, puppets, quick sand. They made animals from gift wrap and toilet rolls. They dug for fossils and gemstones.

animal each week through a reading program. The Bouse younger children—ages 4-8—read a total of 3418 minutes at home and at Summer Read. The older children read a total of 5130 pages. Prizes were presented to the best readers: $20 for 1st, $15 for 2nd, $5 for 3rd.

On the last day, 20 backpacks—complete with school supplies—were given to all the children who participated in the Summer Read program. As goodbyes were said, all came to Sharon to say how much they were looking forward to next year’s Summer Read! A photo scrapbook of Summer Read 2018 activities is on display at the Library for public viewing. We urge you to come by and have a look to get a real feel for the success of this program. There’s no way we can duplicate the looks on their faces any other way.

BOUSE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEETING

October 8, 6pmBouse Booster Hall

Come on down – everyone’s welcome!

Special PresentationDUCE MINOR - explains PROP 402

Bouse Couple Get Surprise in CanadaEditor’s note: A couple of our Bouse citizens, reported

a rather unexpected incident while visiting this summer in Canada that we asked them to share. Here’s Deedee’s story.

We were in Calgary at the zoo this summer and having trouble trying to figure out how to work the payment machine at the parking lot. It had us flummoxed to be sure. As our money continued to spit back at us from the machine, a young couple with two cute little boys came up to offer assistance to Terry. They—very patiently and very much appreciated to say the least—got the infernal machine to gobble our money right up. We were very thankful, yet a bit embarrassed to think even though one may expect communication problems when in a foreign country, after all, we did speak the language fluently; and should have been able to figure the darned thing out!

After gaining payment success and confidence that we would not return to find our vehicle in Space 3D had been towed away, we got in line a few spaces behind the helpful family now ready to enjoy our day at the zoo. When our turn came to pay our admission and the clerk announced what we owed, we thought she had made a mistake. We were very surprised to be told, “Oh my, yes. That young family a few steps ahead of you paid for one of your admissions to our zoo for the day. Have fun.”

We were blown away. What a nice welcome and happy memory for a couple of Arizona visitors from our neighbors to the north. ‘Ay?


Wall of Remembrance Plan Outlineby David Bull

For the past 23 years the Bouse Chamber of Commerce has held a dedication service for those that served this nation and were camped at the Historic Camp Bouse Site in Butler Valley. As the years have gone by BCOC has been honored to be able to welcome past Vet’s of Camp Bouse and be a part of reunions and family special events. Naturally as years go by fewer of these vets are able to join. 2017/18 we did not have a Camp Bouse Vet at the Dedication. A suggestion was made to the board at the January 2018 monthly meeting that the Chamber consider adding a monument dedicated to past veterans of each major military conflict and those who served our nation (eg., Korean, Vietnam and Desert Storm conflicts etc.)

The BCOC’s design concept is illustrated below and would be located within the existing Camp Bouse Memorial Area but be able to also stand alone as a memorial to all past veterans and conflicts as well as those currently serving.

One suggestion was to break the project down to bite size items in the hope that we can build this monument using a combination of Corporate, Club and Individual cash or

in kind donations and where ever possible utilize c o m m u n i t y efforts to help construction. The project is not an official budgeted item for the BCOC but considered a worthwhile effort.

Red Ribbon Week Begins Oct 20 Red Ribbon Week, the annual celebration encouraging

young people to stay away from drugs and violence kicks off on October 20, at 10am, when the Bouse communities Red Ribbon Parade starts at the Bouse Community Center on Plomosa Road. The week will end with Family Fun Day from 2 to 5 p.m. Oct. 28 at Pop Harvey Park. The event has been sponsored for the last 22 years by the Parker Area Alliance for Community Empowerment (PAACE).

Last year, the Bouse parade was the biggest and best yet! More floats, longer parade, more spectators. Anyone can enter: businesses, organizations, churches, clubs – motorized entries or non – floats, costumed walkers, decorated OHVs, you name it. All you have to do is sign up and show up. Info and entry blanks are available at Bouse Elementary School: www.bouseschool.org, 928-851-2213, or stop by. Theme for this year’s parade is “A minion reasons to be drug free”. Sign-up your parade entry at Bouse Elementary, line up begins at 9.00am at the booster hall.

Red Ribbon Week was created in honor of US Drug Enforcement Administration Agent Enrique “Kiki” Camarena, who was tortured and murdered in 1985 in Mexico, allegedly by members of a drug cartel. Today, Red Ribbon Week is a national event that encourages young people to lead drug, gang and violence-free lives.LOOK FOR THE NEW

‘2018 PASSPORT TO ADVENTURE BROCHURE’

Your exclusive guide to events & activities in La Paz County

Now Available free at Bouse Merchants

Also On-line at:www.lapazcountypassport.com

DECEMBER 12, 2018 9AM - 3PMLa Paz County Tourism Team

&Blue Water Resort & Casino

proudly present EXPLORE LA PAZ COUNTY ‘TOURISM EXPO’

FREE ADMISSION!!!

Proposed designfeatures Seating, Plagues & Text

“Freedom is not Free” &“May Silent Contemplation Be Your Tribute”

Bouse Transfer StationNow Open

Thurs, Fri & Sat - 7:30am to 2:30pm


Bouse Genealogical SocietyBouse Genies meet the first and

third Fridays of every month at the Bouse Library from 9am-2pm.

All meetings are open to the public; bring a lunch if you plan on staying.

Our focus is to help anyone who wants to delve into their family history. We have many resources— including internet access—to help you get started on or continue your family research. If you have a laptop, please bring it. If not you can use our library computers where you can access Ancestry library edition.

Find out who your ancestors were and why you are the way you are! If you are thinking about having your DNA tested, we have a member who will guide you along. You will be amazed at what you will learn from your DNA.

We are on Facebook at: facebook.com/bousegeniesaz

Or contact us at [email protected]

Quilters & CraftersHope everyone has had a fun

and busy summer. I’m sure we all managed some time for crafting and quilting. There are many new ideas out, please bring some to share with us.

Beginning Nov 7, we meet each Wednesday from 9am-2 pm throughout the season.

We will continue our potluck the first Wednesday of each month.

Nov 21 will be the first homemade card class with Linda Mayes. The cost is $10 for the class and supplies. This includes 3 Stampin’ Up Cards with envelopes. Class size is limited. Please register prior to class by Nov 19. Call Joyce Taylor at 404-642-4122 or Gloria Freemon at 928-221-3866.

Bonnie and Ken’s Fabrics on Wheels will join us with their array of fabrics and notions on the first Wednesday beginning December 5.

We’ll announce area quilt shows that you may want to attend. Please let us know if you have information for other quilting and crafting events.

Nov 1-2 Lake Havasu Quilt Show 9 to 4, Aquatic Center, 100 Park Ave

Jan 11-12 Desert Lily Quilters 1440 Desert Hills Dr. Yuma

Jef Johnson Betty Hunter Realty

is on call throughout the summerto serve your real estate needs

Please call 951-236-2229

Ghost Ridersby Julie Riffe

Fun. Season. Ahead.

Our first meeting will be Thursday Nov 15, 9 am at the Bouse Booster Club. Our special guest, Dee Pfleger of Game and Fish, will introduce her newest ranger for the Bouse Area.

Our Rides are scheduled: Regular Club Rides: 1st & 3rd Tues, Nov 6 & 20. Girls Rides: 2nd & 4th Tues, Nov 13 & 27. Jeep Rides: 2nd & 4th Thurs, Nov 8 & 29 (Thanksgiving is 22nd)

Looking forward to seeing everyone return and we hope all your machines are running well.

The last committee meeting for the State Park has stalled once again. Not on the agenda in September. Maybe in October.

Between the PagesOur first meeting for the

Friends will be Oct 8 at 10am at the Library. Our mission is to support our Library through the purchase of books and movies and other services available to library patrons. Our major events are listed below:

Final Chapter Book Store – We’ll begin our 1st and 3rd Saturday openings on Nov 3, from 10 to 2pm, through March. There’s lots of “new” merchandise: books, magazines, audio and video media, and gift items donated by our residents and visitors or recycled from the library shelves. Totally operated and staffed by Friends’ members and other volunteers, the Final Chapter has been a successful venture and we thank all those who have donated and shopped at our little store. Watch for other open days when events are going on in town.Yard Sale – In conjunction with the Annual Founder’s Day Town Wide Yard Sale, ours will be held Nov 9/10 at the LaPaz Community Bldg and yard next to the Library (inside the fence). Reusable donations are welcome---time to clean out those unneeded items!Annual Revue – Our 11th year program will present members of the New Christy Minstrels appearing as the Cockamamie Quartette on January 11, 2019, at 2pm at the Bouse Elementary School. We guarantee a fun and entertaining show! And treats at intermission!

We’re always looking for new Friends to join our team in our fun and fund raising activities. Interested? Stop by the Library or Final Chapter! See you there...

FINAL CHAPTER BOOK STORE

Reopens Saturday, Nov 3, 10am-2pm(Every 1st & 3rd Saturday thru March)

Friends of the Bouse Library

Lake HavasuOct 19/20 Run to the Sun Car Show

Relics & Rods 928-855-0933Parker(Call 928-669-2174 for info)Oct 5/6 CRIT Native American Days

Expo and ParadeOct 13/14 Thunder on the River, Blue Water

Lucas Oil Drag RacesOct 27/28 “Enduro 336” Boat Races, 11am

Blue WaterSalomeOct 13 Dick Wick Hall Day, Lions Club, Parade

3pm, BBQ 4:30, Dance 6:30, Raffles


Please God ... I was only 17As I grew up I remember my parents sending this to me as a way of making me think ... I have always wanted to pass this on to younger people in order to get them to realise noone is invincible, specially at this age when you are naturally defensive with parents anyway (first published by the Chicago Tribune)

How I wish I had taken the bus. But I was too cool for the bus. I remember how I wheedled the car out of Mom. “Special favor,” I pleaded. “All the kids drive.” When the 2:50 bell rang, I threw all my books in the locker. I was free until 8:40 tomorrow morning! I ran to the parking lot, excited at the thought of driving a car and being my own boss. Free!

It doesn’t matter how the accident happened. I was goofing off going too fast. Taking crazy chances. But I was enjoying my freedom and having fun. The last thing I remember, I was passing an old lady who seemed to be going awfully slowly. I heard the deafening crash and felt a terrible jolt. Glass and steel flew everywhere. My whole body seemed to be turning inside out. I heard myself scream.

Suddenly it was quiet. A police officer was standing over me. There was a doctor, and my body was mangled. I was saturated with blood. Pieces of jagged glass were sticking out all over. Strange that I couldn’t feel anything.

Hey, don’t pull that sheet over my head! I can’t be dead. I’m only 17. I’ve got a date tonight. I’m supposed to grow up and have a wonderful life. I haven’t even lived yet, I can’t be dead.

Later I was placed in a drawer. My folks had to identify me. Why did they have to see me like this? Why did my mother have to face the most terrible ordeal of her life? Why did Dad suddenly look like an old man? He told the man in charge, “Yes, that is my child.”

The funeral was a weird experience. All my relatives and friends walked toward the casket. They passed by, one by one, and looked at me with the saddest eyes. Some of the boys were crying. A few of the girls touched my hand and sobbed as they walked away.

I wish someone could wake me up and get me out of this casket! My mom and dad are so broken up. My grandparents are so racked with grief that they can barely walk. My brothers and sisters stare ahead like zombies, and move like robots. No one can believe that this happened to me.

Please don’t bury me! I have lots of living to do! I want to run and jump again. I want to laugh and sing. Please don’t put me in the ground. I promise if you give me one more chance, I’ll be the most careful driver in the whole world!

Independent & DependableOn Hwy 72, next to Family Dollar

928-851-1011, www.visionpropane.com

Bouse Volunteer Fire District Message phone: 928-851-2648Monthly Meeting: 2nd Tuesday

12 noon, at the Fire House

BOUSE FOOD BANKMonthly,

2nd Tuesday, 9-11amBehind Bouse Booster ClubDiane Patrick and her helpers will continue to distribute foods to qualified folks for this

season.

Higher Seasonal Temps Mean Snakes Are Still Out!

Beware . . . Stay alert at all times, especially

of dark, sheltered places. Snakes are nocturnal

hunters. Use a flashlight after dark!

Bouse Fire Auxiliary Meeting Saturday, Oct 6, 10amLa Paz Community Bldg

(Next to the Library)

Where are you going to watch the parade?Join your friends...Take your chair ... Pick a vacant lot to enjoy the floats and entries! (see page 4 for the parade

route.)OCT 20

Follow to community park for BBQ served by BES students!

RENEE’S LIL OLE’ COUNTRY SHOPPE

NEW & USEDLOTS OF MISCELLANEOUS

928-575-5119 Open 9-3, Tue/Sat

Does not

work on RVs


Desert Brushes Art ClubDesert Brushes will begin at noon

Nov 12 at the Booster Club. Business meetings are held the first Monday of each month; other weeks are for scheduled classes or to bring our paint projects.

This season, the art club will be having classes— taught by a couple of our accomplished members—and free to Desert Brushes members (join for $5/year). Some topics to include: composition, background, framing, eyes, clouds and trees. Starting next month, we plan to introduce a club member each month to acquaint and inspire those interested in painting.

Here’s what’s coming up . . . stay tuned for more in future newsletters.

Nov 19—our first class, Composition. Dec 10—Make your own special Christmas OrnamentFeb 1 & 2—Fine Art Show, all at Bouse Booster HallTo encourage and perhaps discover unknown talents

in our next generation of artists, the Desert Brushes Club has an annual art contest for the students of Bouse Elementary School. Their art work is displayed at the club’s annual Fine Art Show, Feb 1 & 2 this season. The students compete for ribbons and certificates. Every year, the club donates painting supplies to the school for our local young talents.

A Little Trivia - Did you know that Bouse’s Desert Brushes Fine Art Club, started 41 years ago? According to Bouse AZ Then and Now by Renee Townsend & Carolyn Brown, in Feb, 1977, eight members met at the home of Lyndall Hagen and continued through their first year, followed by 3 years at the Elms Trailer Park (now Bouse RV Park). Sometime in the late 1980s the art club moved to the newly organized Booster Club Hall where they have met since.

Social Media Etiquette for Seniorsby David Bull

The benefits of being online and involved in social media are huge for seniors They’re using social media platforms to:

1. Reconnect with long lost friends and relatives2. Stay in touch with children and grandchildren3. Talk to family and friends who live far away4. Find new hobbies and learn about new interests5. Talk to like-minded people6. See and share pictures of their children and

grandchildren.Although most of these older adults have been able to

figure out social media, the intricacies of social media etiquette may not be so apparent, but with that being said, age itself is no guarantee of proper online behavior. Don’t Overshare - For security purposes it’s important that you don’t share any personal information like your full name, birthday, address, etc… Most sites will ask but you can set privacy settings so that only your friends can see this information Or, lock down your privacy settings altogether so that no one can access these personal details.

1. Never share information like your social security number and bank account information online.

2. Don’t announce upcoming vacations. Many thieves will scan social sites for this information when choosing which houses to target.

3. Don’t share information about other people. Sharing Photos - Even if they shared the photo with their social group, they may not be comfortable with strangers seeing it (the people on your social group are strangers to them). This is especially true with pictures of children. Photos of children can be seen by the wrong people.Comment Carefully - Although it’s tempting to speak your mind freely in comments, think first about what you say and how it will be perceived.Final Tips:

1. Writing with CAPS LOCK ON means you’re yelling at someone.

2. Emoji’s (small pictures that express an emotion) are used to show how you’re feeling and can replace words. Misuse or overusng them can cause your meaning can to be confusing, lost or misinterpreted.

3. Hashtags (a # symbol) are used to categorize and tag pictures and posts so that they can be found again.

4. Tagging someone in a picture (or a post about an event) should only be done when the person is actually in the picture or at the event you’re discussing – and again, don’t overshare information. Make sure the person will be okay with being tagged first.

Got News? . . .Email: [email protected]

Or call 208-949-9022

Promote Your Business in the Newsletter Bouse merchants may now place a ready-to-print ad or news item about your business in the monthly Community Newsletter by contacting Dani Bull, 928-575-6330 or 928-851-2222. Dani, with Blue Moose Design Services, can also design and format your ad

at reasonable costs from $15 and up.


Bouse Public Library Weekly Hours:Monday 10-6PMTues thru Thursday 9-4PM44031 Plomasa RdPhone 928-851-1023, Fax 928-851-2758

As fall approaches, we look forward to the return of our winter residents and visitors. We invite you in to meet Heidi who works our recently added hours on Mondays from 10 to 6. Heidi has worked with Sharon at Centennial and is very knowledgeable in library procedures. We welcome her to our family.

It’s been a busy summer. We’ve extended our DVD section adding more series like Blue Bloods, NCIS, and Shameless; and Academy Award nominees: Lady Bird, Shape of Water, and 3 Billboards.

Check out our expanded large print western section and reprints of popular paperback westerns; plus new audio tapes to be here in time for our winter crowds. New books on the bestselling list are Educated, End Game, and The Other Woman; and authors David Baldacci, David Silva, James Patterson, and Linda Howard.

Our library walls are talking to us with various colorful sayings that bring thoughtful and positive thinking for our patrons. Also added: a Tribute Wall to our veterans.

Bouse, Arizona Now and Then, written by Renee Townsend and Carol Brown, are now on sale at the Library. These books are $20 and signed by Renee. A great read about Bouse, lots of interesting historical facts and photos.

Don’t miss our scrapbook of photos of our children’s activities at the Summer Read! We thank the community for the support of our Library.

Hours 10 to (till we close) Daily!

Diana Mae Townsend-EvansJohn T. Bowman

Don Hedges

When Someone becomes a memory ...

The memory becomes a treasure

R.I.P. everyone who passed away.

Bob & Diane EvansMemorial

at the Booster Club

Saturday, Oct 6, 11 - 2

“I’d like to thank everyone for your cards, calls, and condolences

messages at Don’s passing. Looking

forward to seeing you all soon.”

ReNae Hedges

Bouse RV Park

Corner of Winters & Santa FeNow has purified water 20 cents a gallon


Salome High School News!Students are seeing big changes

to their schedule this year. From the traditional 5-day, 8-to-4 schedule, to this season’s: 4-day, 8-to-2:45. This change in time consumption could potentially lighten the load on students, reduce the amount of money spent on resources, and leave more free time for students to cultivate their out-of-school interests and responsibilities. Additionally, this change in schedule could reduce stress on new staff members and make it easier for them to assimilate into the workforce. However, this could also mean less overall vacation days due to all of the free days being taken up by Friday no longer being a school day.

Two new teachers joined SHS this school year: Mr. Bozic teaches History (sophomore/senior) and Ms. Delgado, Math and Science (freshman/junior). Both are enjoying and adjusting to their new surroundings, and appreciate the welcome they’ve received from the school and community.

New Student Council members look forward to an exciting and eventful year. Pres. Denisse Franco’s goal is to generally make everyone feel included. Adviser, Mrs. Avila is excited to be working with this year’s Student Council—“our largest one so far.” Their agenda incudes Spirit Conference at Betty Fairfax HS on Aug 29, president/advisor luncheon in November, and the State Convention at Prescott HS in January. “We did a great job fundraising last year and I am excited to see what we can do this year,” Avila added.

Volleyball season began with games at Tonopah, Williams, and San Pasqual, before their first home game Sept. 6 against Mohave ALC; then away at Mayer on Sept 14. Coach Avila reported the team is strong with returning players plus promising freshmen joining the program, and has high hopes to be in the regional tournament again.

In other sporting news, the Frogs’ season kicked off with their first game at home against Fort Thomas on Aug 24 and first away game at Williams on Aug 31. Coach McCarty hopes to string some wins together and get into the playoffs. “We have a lot of potential and returning stars,” he said. When asked about the biggest challenges he foresees, he said that, “If everybody makes sure their grades are on point and they stick together… that would be one of the biggest successes of the program.”

Bouse Elementary School News!Bouse Elementary School Students and Staff are gearing

up for a fantastic fall beginning with the Red Ribbon Parade on October 20. This year’s theme , A Minion Reasons To Be Drug Free strikes up some great ideas for Bouse folks, businesses, and organizations to decorate their entry…and everyone else to join your friends to watch the fun. BES students and teachers will be serving up a BBQ lunch following the parade at the Bouse Community Park. Come on out and get acquainted with our new staff members!

Next on the agenda is our Halloween Carnival, scheduled from 6-8 pm. on Thursday, October 25. There’ll be goblins and ghosts and black cats afoot; and booths to try your luck at winning prizes, food and beverages served , and the ever popular cake walk. Speaking of cake, we need baked goods for the prizes and also pumpkins for decorations. If you can help out, please call us at 928-851-2213to get on the list! Thank you! We’re also looking at volunteers from the community folks, organizations, and businesses to “man” the booths as the children and “big kids” make the rounds to put their ticket and skills to work. It’s all for a night of fun with the kids…give a call today. You’ll be glad you did!

Veterans . . . you’re invited to meet and have lunch with the kids next month as we celebrate Veteran’s Day on Thursday, November 8 here at Bouse Elementary. Mark that on your calendar…watch for more details in November’s Newsletter.

THE BOUSE COMMUNITy NEwSLETTERFunding is provided jointly by the Bouse Booster Club and the Chamber of Commerce to keep your news coming. Content is provided by the Writers’ Cramp and representatives of your local clubs and organizations. Guest writers are welcome, call 208-949-9022. All rights reserved. Editorial changes made as needed for publication. Available online at www.

bouseazchamber.com.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDEDBoth the Booster Club and the Chamber of Commerce Events are not possible without the volunteer help.• Setup tables and chairs• Breakfast Serving or Food

service• Clean-up, pull down (post

event)• Coffee setup• Bingo setup, and/or calling• Thanksgiving setup• Christmas setup• Founders Day setup• Christmas event setup• Christmas Bazaar help• Camp Bouse Dedication Setup• and many more opportunities.

If you can help at any time ... it helps the community

The first step is to be available to help

Notary Service Now Available at David Plunkett Realty

Open Hours 9-5 (Unless out showing property)

BOUSE SOUTHERN BAPTIST CHURCHPastor Ted Finkbeiner III – 928-581-7294 28332 Hwy 72Church Office – 928-851-2612Significant events in the life of Bouse Southern Baptist Church during the past year were

1. The construction of the new building, completed Aug 2017;

2. Dedication of the new building, Nov 2017; and erection of the new church sign in early 2018

All without any debt. Praise the Lord!Ministry calendar for Fall and Winter Season:

Sunday: 8:45 am – Sunday School10:00 am – Morning Worship6:00 pm – Sunday Evening Bible Study

Wednesday: 6:00 pm – Midweek Prayer and Bible Study Special October Events

Oct 27 4.00pm Western Themed Block Party and Chili Cookoff at the church property

Oct 28 11/1 Fall Bible Study Week with Evangelist/Teacher Sid Peterson

Please direct all calls for information or ministry needs

to either the church office at 928-851-2612 or to the Pastor’s cell phone at 928-851-7294.

BOUSE COMMUNITY CHURCHCommunity Assembly of God @ Stone & WorleyPastor Sharon Hillhouse ………… 928-503-2847 Sunday: Sunday School 9:45 AM Worship & Service 11:00 AMWednesday: Bible Study 7:00 PM

We hope everyone had a great, cool summer! Everyone here is excited to see the church fill back up. The youth group will also be starting their camp fundraisers soon, so keep an eye out for those as well. Have a safe trip back down! God bless.

American Legion Post 4643531 Hwy 72, Bouse, AZPhone: 928-851-1050 Hours:

Sun, Mon, Thu, Sat – Noon to 7pmTue, Wed, Fri – Noon to 9pm

Monthly Meetings:Men’s Post - 10am, 1st Sat, Oct 6ALA - 10am, 2nd Mon, Oct 8ALR - TBA (To Be Announced)

Weekly EventsSunday Dinners - 3-6pm, TBAMonday- Mon Night Football, 5pm Drink specials and foodTuesday – Post Tacos or Taco Salads, 4pm Darts, TBAWednesday – ALR Burgers & Fries, 3-6pm Karaoke by Debbie, 4pm (Begin Oct 10) Meat Draw & 50/50, TBAFriday – Fish Dinner, 3:30-6pm Karaoke by Debbie, 4pm (Begin Oct 12)There will be NO smoking during Sun, Wed, & Fri

dinnersSpecial Events

Oct 1 – Post Opens!Oct 5 – Post Grand Opening, 3pm Fish Dinner, 3:30pm, Live Music, 4pmOct 21 – ALA Oktoberfest, 3-5pm, German DinnerOct ? – Halloween Party, TBA

Any questions about times or events, please call the Post or see us, American Legion Auxiliary on Facebook!We’ve been closed for the summer to make improvements on our Post. Please come by to see all the improvements, especially during our Grand Opening on Oct 5.

...IN SERVICE FOR GOD & COUNTRY WE THANK YOU!...


VFW Post 2357, Bouse, ArizonaHwy 72 East, Phone 928-851-2857

Summer Hours: Noon to 7pmRed Shirt Friday - Remains all day

$.25 off beer & cocktailsSpecial Events:

Oct 13 - October Birthday PartyNov 1 - Halloween Party - Karaoke, Costumes, Prizes, Hamburgers & Fries

Meetings:1st Saturday – Auxiliary, 10am2nd Saturday – VFW Comrades, 10am3rd Saturday - VFW Riders, 10am

The “official” kickoff for our winter season will be November 1 with our Halloween Costume Party featuring Karaoke by Tiny Tunes 5-9, prizes for costumes, and Hamburgers & Fries. Don’t forget our monthly birthday party to celebrate October birthdays on the 13th. Details on our upcoming weekly events will be posted on our bulletin board and announced in November’s Community Newsletter. We thank our summer residents for your patronage throughout the summer. Please join us for more food and fun as we welcome back our winter visitors.

Internet Users - Don’t Miss Out!Find your Bouse Monthly NewsletterOctober through May (and in color)@ www.bouseazchamber.com

First Friday Swap MeetOctober 6 8am - 5pm

@ Bouse Rest StopVendor spaces: Full $15, Half $10

Call (928) 851-2509

Vision Propane, 8:30 - 4, M/F 928-851-1011Welding - Heavy Duty, (ask for Weeden)

928-851-2102

Medical & EmergencyBouse Clinic, 8-Noon, Tue & Thur 928-851-2177Bouse Fire District Office (Non-Emergency)

928-851-2648

La Paz Regional Hospital 928-669-9201Emergency (fire or medical) 911 928-669-2281Non-emergency (fire or sheriff) 311 888-818-4911

Public Utilities and OfficesPower – APS 928-669-2248Phone – Frontier 877-462-8188Water – Bouse Domestic Water Improvement District (BDWID)

928-851-1120

27979 Norris St, Drop box for bill pay

Clubs and OrganizationsBouse Booster Club 928-851-1080Booster BingoBouse Community Newsletter 208-949-9022Bouse Genealogical Society 928-221-3886Bouse Hills Muzzle Loaders 623-826-5619Chamber of Commerce 928-851-2509Desert Brushes Artists 208-670-1711Friends of Bouse Library 928-851-1023Ghost Riders ORV Club 404-642-4126LaPaz Roadrunners 406-560-2088Quilters & Crafters 970-629-1888Writer’s Cramp 208-949-9022

Public ServicesBouse Southern Baptist Church 928-851-7294Bouse Elementary School 928-851-2213Bouse Food Bank 928-287-3514Bouse Public Library 928-851-1023La Paz County District Supervisor 928-669-6115LaPaz County Transit 800-319-5976

928-669-6155Post Office 928-851-2313

Chamber of Commerce Business Members (in bold print)All Around Maintenance 480-822-8086American Legion Post #46 928-851-1050American Legion Auxilary 928-851-1050APS 928 669-2248BLH & T Construction 928-851-1175B S Ranch 517-449-5102Betty Hunter Real Estate 928-851-2244

M/F 9-5 cell 951-236-2229Big Bellie Subs, Parker 928-669-9595Blue Moose Design Services 928-575-5122BouseAZ.com 928-575-5122Bouse Community Park 928-851-0043Bouse RV Park 928-851-2508Bouse Tire Shop cell 928-259-0636 928-851-2830Castro Auto Body & Paint, Parker 928-669-2899Coachman’s Café 7:30-7, Tue/Sun 928-916-8416Coyote Ridge RV Park 928-851-1061David Plunkett Real Estate 928-851-2424Desert Rose Acres Subdivision 928-851-2590Desert Pueblo RV Park 928-851-2206Ecology Recycling Services 602 403-8007Family Dollar M/SA 8-9, SU 9-9 928 851-6015Drastik Car Detailing - Joe Jagroop 661-713-2255Farmers Insurance, Parker 928-669-6225Fly By Night Brokerage 602-349-5034HJK Trucking, Harley 909-239-1162Interurban Electric 928-277-5099J & S Supply 8am-2pm 928-851-2463KR Well Drilling 928-851-2975La Mesa Verde RV Park 928-851-2456Look ‘N See, Parker 928-669-1937Ocotillo Restaurant & Lodge 928-851-2219 7am - 9 pmPurcell Jojoba Farming 928-851-2414Q-Mountain Well Drilling 928-851-2537Rene’s Lil Ole Country Shoppe 928-575-5119 9-3, Tu/SaRoadrunner Market II (9-6 daily) 928-851-1800Rose Acres FarmsSomewhere Bar & Grill (noon - close)

928-851-1051

U-Sav Storage 928-851-9220VFW Post 2357, (12-9pm) 928-851-2857Villa La Paz RV Park 928-851-2176

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