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November 10

Founder’s Day

November 11

Veteran’s Day

November 18

Ice Cream Social

November 6

REMEMBER TO VOTE

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

TBA (due to fire Suppression issues)

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 2pmAnd 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

Nov 201899th Edition

The Chamber’s Message WOW … where did this month go (it

must be heading into winter).First off … Thank you to all those

who were able to get to the meeting this last month. Between Duce Minor’s presentation explaining Prop 402 in preparation for the November election, Summarizing the Winters Chamber business to members, planning the Chamber’s three main events for the season and one other item.

Tues Nov 6th is Voting day … I would like to take this time to encourage you, all to go and VOTE, if you haven’t already ... Simply put “Your Vote IS Your Voice”. Polls open at 6am – 7pm

Bouse Newsletter

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

We’re Making History By Repeating ItHow many noticed that this is our 99th edition of the Bouse Newsletter? That’s correct…we’re approaching the big 100th issue in December! (watch for our SPECIAL

CELEBRATORY EDITION ) As we look back through the old issues, we’ll be reporting facts and stories throughout this season

that come direct from the pages of Bouse newsletters distributed throughout the years. In December, 2006, the first one page flyer announced the intent of Pat and Cathy Schlecht to

“publish a monthly community newsletter that would incorporate information from all community entities for the residents and visitors of Bouse. (As you look at today’s issue, you’ll see we’ve grown to 12 plus pages.) In their first issue as today’s, our readers were encouraged to contribute items of interest to our folks who make up our community. As with our founders, our goal is to keep you all abreast of what’s going on…and what’s coming up, a little history of our area, and maybe a laugh or two. So, keep an eye out for a little “old news” in each of our issues this year!

We’re starting with Schlechts’ feature article on Purcell Jojoba Farm east of town from the front page of January, 2008, Newsletter.

(see page 3)

November 22

Thanksgiving Day

and in Bouse the location is the La Paz Community Building (beside the Library). As citizens you have the right to vote AND, in my opinion, No one has the right to force you to vote in a particular way or make you feel that your choice in parties or candidates has no value. Your choice is your voice in the democratic system.

Those who attended the monthly meeting were present to see John Bennet awarded the first official Bouse Community Service Award. I know there are numerous people who should also be considered for such acknowledgement, but someone had to be first. As many are aware John has quietly done so much behind the scenes in Bouse (and in front of) over 3 decades that I am aware of and felt like everyone that John truly deserves this recognition. Congratulations John (and of course Rhonda who is basically his right arm like any wife).

It would be very remis of me to not comment about Continued page 4

Bouse Community newsletter - nov 2018

Thank you To The folks of Bouse for sharing your ThoughTs and memories

wiTh our family aT The memorial for uncle BoB and aunT diane.

A Poem Worth Reading . . .He was getting old and paunchy, and his hair was falling fast,As he sat around the Legion, telling stories of the past.Of a war that he once fought in, and the deeds that he had done,In his exploits with his buddies; They were heroes, every one.And ‘tho sometimes to his neighbors, his tales became a joke,All his buddies listened quietly, for they knew where of he spoke.But we’ll hear his tales no longer, for ol’ Joe has passed away,And the world’s a little poorer, for a Veteran died today.He won’t be mourned by many, just his children and his wife.For he lived an ordinary, very quiet sort of life.He held a job and raised a family, going quietly on his way;And the world won’t note his passing, ‘tho a Veteran died today.When politicians leave this earth, their bodies lie in state,While thousands note their passing, proclaiming they were great.Papers tell of their life stories, from the time that they were young,But the passing of a Veteran, goes unnoticed, and unsung.Is the greatest contribution, to the welfare of our land,Some jerk who breaks his promise, and cons his fellow man?Or the ordinary fellow, who in times of war and strife,Goes off to serve his country, and offers up his life?The politician’s stipend, and the style in which he lives,Are often disproportionate, to the service that he gives.While the ordinary Veteran, who offered up his all,Is paid off with a medal, and perhaps a pension, small.It is not the politicians, with their compromise and ploys,Who won for us the freedom, that our country now enjoys.Should you find yourself in danger, with your enemies at hand,Would you really want some cop-out, with his ever-waffling stand?Or would you want a Veteran, his home, his country, his kin,Just a common Veteran, who would fight until the end.He was just a common Veteran, and his ranks are growing thin,But his presence should remind us, we may need his likes again.For when countries are in conflict, we find the Veteran’s part,Is to clean up all the troubles, that the politicians start.If we cannot do him honor, while he’s here to hear the praise,Then at least let’s give him homage, at the ending of his days.Perhaps just a simple headline, in the paper that might say:“OUR COUNTRY IS IN MOURNING,A VETERAN DIED TODAY.”

Diana Mae Townsend-Evans August 25, 1936 - September10, 2018

Diana was born to James C. Townsend and Elsie P. Smith-Townsend the only daughter with

four brothers. Raised in the Buckskin Mountains, Diana went to Bouse Elementary School and graduated from Parker High School in l954.

She married Henry Leon Shamblin on July 4, 1957. They had one son, Rickey Leon Shamblin of Las Vegas. Diana also raised her niece Renee from the age of 10 until her graduation from high school.

Diana married Robert C. Evans May 20, 1978; they were married 23 years until his death on November 14, 2015.

Diana inherited the A & C Mercantile from her parents, she was a real estate broker and salesperson, and owned the Desert Easel & Gift Shop. She was inducted into the National Registry of Who’s Who in America in 2001.

Diana had many passions: she authored two books, The Descendants and Camp Bouse 9th Tank Group. She was appointed to the La Paz Historical Society representing Bouse and was an active member of both the Parker and Quartzsite Historical Societies, a site steward for five years and Board Member of the Friends of Swansea, and enjoyed playing guitar with the Bouse Wash Band.

A member of the Bouse Chamber of Commerce, Diana was instrumental in the creation of the WW11 Camp Bouse Monument on Highway 72 in Bouse beginning in 1997, working with E Clampus Vitas to erect the monuments honoring the troops that trained at Camp Bouse in 1943-44.

Diana is survived by her son Rickey and 3 Grandchildren and 3 Great Grandchildren, Niece Renee Townsend and family, Nephew Raymond Townsend and family, and Nephews Jerry and Lee Townsend.

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NEW & USEDLOTS OF MISCELLANEOUS

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A Glimpse of Arizona’s Past . . .Tucson’s mule drawn streetcar made its last run to the

University of AZ on June 1, 1906 to be replaced by an electric streetcar system.

Casa Grande Ruins National Monument which protects the ruins of a Hohokam community got its start in 1892 when President Benjamin Harrison made it a prehistoric and cultural reserve.

Hottest day on record at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport was June 26, 1990 when it hit a whoppin’ 122 degrees.

Western Actor Tom Mix died in a car crash on what is now State Route 79 (the Pinal Pioneer Parkway) SE of Florence on Oct 12, 1940. Tom lost control of his Cord Phaeton, rolling it in a dry wash, currently named Tom Mix Wash. A two foot iron statue of a riderless horse stands at the site. A good friend of Wyatt Earp, Mix served as a pall bearer for Earp in 1929.

The Tombstone Epitaph newspaper was first published in 1880 from a tent. The Epitaph has survived several ownership changes during the ensuing rough and rowdy years of “the town to tough to die” when it chronicled such events as the Gunfight at the OK Corral, mining and land disputes, rustling and other issues of the American frontier. The Epitaph lives today, the oldest continuously published newspaper in Arizona thanks to students of UA who have published it as part of their journalism class since 1975.

“ho-HOH-bah”Sounds like a mixture of Santa Claus and Mr. Scrooge

but actually it is the proper way to pronounce Jojoba!Jojoba oil is a liquid wax produced in the seed of the

Jojoba (Simmondsia chinensis) plant, a shrub native to the Sonoran desert in northern Mexico and the Southwest USA. Plants are either male or female and have a life expectancy of over 100 years. Jojoba oil makes up approximately 40-50% of the jojoba acorn-sized seed by weight. Unrefined jojoba oil appears as a clear golden liquid at room temperature. Unlike vegetable oils, jojoba oil is chemically similar to human sebum. The oil is difficult and expensive to synthesize in commercial quantities creating a demand for the natural produce. Most of the oil is used in cosmetics and personal care industry. It is also an excellent lubricant under high pressure and temperatures. The Christian Science Monitor says that a few drops of the oil in a transmission will reduce internal temperature and double the life of the transmission! It is also used to control foaming in penicillin.

Jojoba oil is popular with stretched ear lobes and aids in the healing process. It is also edible, but non-digestible, meaning it will pass through unchanged and can cause unpleasant results! Jojoba biodiesel has also been explored as cheap, sustainable fuel.

Purcell Jojoba International, L.L.C. (PJI) is located on north McVay Road, 13 miles SE of Bouse on Highway 72. This is the world’s first certified organic jojoba operation and one of the world’s largest producers. They have over 1800 acres, with 1200 acres planted with approximately 750,000 trees. The plants are watered by drip irrigation with over 750 miles of line. One harvest a year starts mid-July and finishes sometime between March and April. Purcell Jojoba employs 25-40 workers. The innovative harvest system collects only clean, dry, tree-ripened seed for extraction. The seeds are squeezed in a large screw press expeller to press out the oil. The oil is then filtered and processed into a variety of products. It is sold mainly in the U.S. but also around the world in one gallon bottles to 275 gallon totes. No product is sold from the Bouse location. All sales are from their main office in Avila Beach, CA. Much more information regarding this product and its uses can be found at www.purcelljojoba.com.

Bouse chamBer of commerce meeTing

(This Month) - November 5, 6pmBouse Booster Hall

Come on down – everyone’s welcome!

Tuesday, nov 6Polls oPen 6am-7Pm

la Paz communiTy Bldg(Beside The liBrary)

“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)

Christmas is Just Around the Corner!

The corner of Santa Fe and Main, that is. Join us for the 3rd Annual BIG Christmas Bash on Dec 8 about dusk to enjoy our Lighted Parade followed by some good old

fashioned Christmas eats and carols and block party fun rustled up by the clubs and organizations of our Bouse Community. Main Street will be closed off in front of the museum that evening. Bring your chairs and pick your spot to watch the parade which begins at the Rest Stop and circles Broadway and Santa Fe between Murphy and Winter, passing twice in front of the Museum. The switch will be thrown for the kaleidoscope of lights on the Museum grounds and the party will begin.

Each year we hope to break last year’s records—for parade entries and spectators! So far, it’s worked.

Start your plans for a parade entry today. We also urge you to decorate your home or business and get your site on our Christmas map so folks know where to see the wonderful displays all over our area. Call 928-851-2509 to register for the parade and to get your address on the map. What a way to kick off our Christmas Holiday Season! See you there. And, we’ll see Santa, too!


Red Ribbon Parade Debuts on Bouse BugleThough we may be known

as the only parade around that has more folks in their parade than watching it, we’re growing on both sides of the road each year and more importantly, we’re all having fun to celebrate keeping our kids drug free. And this year, our Bugle Bunnie, Julie, was there with her camera rolling to bring the parade to all who want to see by tuning to Bouse Bugle.

This year’s parade theme, “A Minion Reasons To Be Drug Free” brought out the kid in all of us. There were minions of Minions! A boxed shaped minion atop a pickup roof, a pint sized one mounted on a float hood, all sizes of minions in and on each of the floats, a giant one on the back of a float, a blow up minion on the top of PAACE’s entry, and even four minions among the spectators at Main and Stone each wearing a custom knitted Minion head! All we lacked was a Minion bobblehead! And the Minions of minions went out to the park afterwards for hot dogs and more fun.

Thanks to all who supported this event! Bouse’s parade is the kickoff that opens Red Ribbon Week in La Paz County communities. Following our parade, each town has its own day for its special activity and contests to encourage and celebrate being drug free. It’s all for the kids and we appreciate the folks at Bouse Elementary School for pulling together to make it all happen again this year.

Each year we strive to grow the parade and increase awareness to grow our spectators. We know it’s not the best timing, but it’s a nationally sponsored event and the third Saturday in October is when it happens. So, let’s all start planning now to rally round the flag to make next year the best one ever! You’ll be glad you did!

BOUSE FOUNDERS DAYReturns to the Booster HallSaturday, November 10th

* Raffle * Swap Meet *Vendor space $5.00 - Call 928-851-2509

Lunch -11:00 am Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Served with Coleslaw and BeansSponsored by the Bouse Chamber of Commerce

Saturday Nov 10th

Friday

Nov 9th

Call (928) 851-2509 to be on Town Map

Diana Mae Townsend-Evans. The Newsletter has included an article on page 2 of this issue. In it there is reference to her being instrumental in the creation of the WWII Camp Bouse Monument and her membership of both the Parker and Quartzsite Historical Societies representing the interests of Bouse and our little Museum. The Chamber of Commerce would not be where it is now without Diana’s hard work and dedication to her community as a whole and the La Paz County. She will be sadly missed, and our thoughts are with the her family and family members.

On November 10 our first event for the season, Founders Day, returns to the Booster Hall after a two year hiatus to the Community Park. Vendors will open at 9am, lunch service begins at 11. To better facilitate final coordination of Founders Day plans, November’s Chamber meeting has been moved to the first Monday, Nov 5.

Next on the agenda: our 3rd ANNUAL BIG CHRISTMAS EVENT on Dec 8 and will again include a lighted Parade, Block Party community dinner and lots of Community Christmas Spirit. This event has grown each year and becoming a much loved community event. Save the Date!!!

On Page 5 of this Issue we have included a brief article announcing our Keynote speaker for the 2019 Camp Bouse Dedication on Feb 9, 2019. We are very excited and cannot express how proud we are to have our guest; and continue to work even harder to make this a very special event. Of course John Bennett will once again be hosting the Camp Bouse Site tour on Sunday Feb 10.

ALL-IN-ALL it’s looking like it’s going to be another great seasonDavid Bull2018 Chamber President

Chamber Message (cont from page 1)

Attention Bouse Organizations, Clubs, & RV Parks - La Paz County Tourism Expo Needs You!

Here’s your chance to let folks know what you have to offer to new members . . . or new customers. All you have to do is sign up…and show up on December 12, armed and ready to show folks why they should join you. Why they should pick your group in Bouse and La Paz County.

The Expo is free to qualified groups, but space is limited. You’ll get chairs and a 6’ X 30” table to display your information. You may give away items (such as logo pens or other promos)—but NOT SELL anything, and you need to display from 9am-3pm.

You must register to asap to reserve your spot, and you may split a table with others. Call 208-949-9022 (Pat Walch) for information and to register. The other La Paz Tourism Team members in Bouse are David Bull & Julie Riffe.

It’s as easy as that. Tables are limited, so don’t delay. You may go to www.lapazcountypassport.com and click on Tourism Expo to see a layout and registration form.


Bouse Chamber Announces Keynote Speaker for 2019 Camp Bouse Dedication by David Bull

Last month I announced formally the Chamber’s plans to build a new monument on Monument Row. We are still looking for volunteers to help build this project. The BCOC’s design concept is illustrated below and will be located within the existing Camp Bouse Memorial Area but also be able to stand alone as a memorial to all past veterans and conflicts as well as those currently serving. BUT now I have another incentive to get it completed over Winter if at all possible.

This past week I was able to get confirmation of our Keynote speaker for the upcoming Camp Bouse Dedication on Feb 9th. Yep it takes a lot of planning over summer to get things in place. I am very pleased to be able to announce that our keynote speaker will be Lt. Col Timothy E. Mathews - Commander of the Yuma Proving Ground Test Center.

LTC Mathews has an extensive Bio including several tours of duty in Afghanistan and Iraq, a long list of awards/decorations that include - the Bronze Star, Meritorious Service Medal, Joint Service Commendation Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Achievement Medal, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Army Superior Unit Award, Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraqi Campaign Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary

Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal to name just a few.

Please ‘SAVE THE DATE’ and plan on attending the 2019 Camp Bouse Dedication on Feb 9, 2019

Jef Johnson Betty Hunter Realty

Betty has announced her retirement and appoint-ment of Jef Johnson as Broker for the Bouse mar-ket. Office hours will be M/F, 9-5.928-851-2244;

cell 951-236-2229

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

Annual Bouse Children’s Christmas Party!Our Annual Christmas Party is scheduled for Saturday

December 15th, at 2:00 PM at the Bouse Elementary School. The party is for ALL children in Bouse - 8th grade and under. This event is sponsored by the VFW Post 2357 Auxiliary and made possible by many generous donations from businesses, organizations, and individuals wanting to help.

At the party, the children enjoy refreshments, a stocking filled with goodies, and other special gifts thoughtful people have put together for them. Santa makes his entrance with a bundle of gifts for each child AND everyone gets their picture taken with Santa! It is a fun day!

Families fill a plate (or bag) of Christmas cookies to take home from what is left at the end of the party.

If you have a child, or know of a child or children that do not attend Bouse Elementary, please contact us as soon as possible. Please do not wait until the day of the party; we don’t want any disappointed children.

We will need lots of cookies (homemade if possible). If you can help, please bring the cookies to the school that day between 12-2 pm, or give us a call and we will make arrangements to get them. We will have a donation box for new toys/items at Family Dollar after the first of this month. We can’t thank you enough for your support.

If you have any questions or would like to make a donation, Please call: Kerrie McBain 928 851-1960 or Lee Rogers 208 681-5138.

Bouse RV Park

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

Attn: Wyoming SnowbirdsThis season’s Wyoming Picnic is scheduled for February 16, 2019 at the Bouse Booster Hall.

The January date listed in the La Paz Passport is incorrect. Please mark your calendars for Feb 16.

Sunday Nov 18 @ 2-4pm


Bouse Genealogical SocietyDNA…DNA…DNA…DNA!!Interested in doing your DNA

but don’t know how? Come to our genealogy sessions Nov 2nd at the Bouse Public Library from 9am to 2pm. We have an expert DNA member who would be happy to help you get started.

The Genies meet the 1st and 3rd Friday of every month and anyone is welcome during those hours. If you want to stay longer, bring a lunch and partake in our genealogy chats during lunch. If you have a laptop, bring it. If you don’t, you can access the library edition of Ancestry.

We had new people from Bouse come in during our summer sessions who were amazed at how many family members they found on Ancestry.

Questions? Please contact Gloria Freemon at 928.221.3866 or email: [email protected]. You can also find us on Facebook at facebook.com/bousegenies

A genealogist saying is: “You need to know where you have been, before you know where you are going.”

We are on Facebook at: facebook.com/bousegeniesaz

Or contact us at [email protected]

Quilters & CraftersCalling all those who love to do

various crafts and quilts to come spend Wednesday with like-minded friends. We meet every Wednesday from 9am-2 pm throughout the season, starting November 7. There are power outlets, tables, iron and ironing board available for you to use. We have a potluck the first Wednesday of each month, come join us on the 7th.

Linda Mayes will be holding her card classes the 3rd Wednesday of each month. Nov 21 will be the first homemade card class so don’t forget to sign up. The cost is $10 for the class and supplies. This includes 3 Stampin’ Up Cards with envelopes. Class size is limited. Please register 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 bring their array of fabrics and notions the first Wednesday of each month starting Dec 5 until the end of season.

Upcoming Quilt ShowsNov 1-2 Lake Havasu Quilt Show

9 to 4, Aquatic Center, 100 Park AveJan 11-12 Desert Lily Quilters

1440 Desert Hills Dr. YumaPlease let us know if you have information for other

quilting and crafting events.

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.

Between the PagesWelcome back to another great

season with lots of good things planned with the Friends and our hot “new” inventory at Final Chapter Book Store! We’ve got lots of Large Print, Audio Books, and DVDs and both paperback and hardback books that have been received from the Library’s sorting through the summer as well as incoming donations from residents. Come on down and get ‘em while they’re hot. We’re opening Saturday, Nov 3, 10am-2pm.

On November 9 and 10, we’ll be celebrating Founders Day weekend with a special 2-day opening at the Final Chapter and Yard Sale across the yard at the Community Building. So when you come in the gate, take a right for the yard sale and a left for books! Or better yet, just check out both! Reusable items: household, décor, yard, tools, clothing, or whatever may be donated to the yard sale by dropping them by Tues (11-6) or Thurs (11-8) between 9-4 at the Library. And yes, we always take good used books, too. Thank you all for your support!

Don’t forget we’ve got another great show coming on January 11 at Bouse Elementary School, featuring the Cockamamie Quartette, made up of four members of the New Christy Minstrels. Tickets will go on sale at the Christmas Bazaar on Dec 7/8.

Bouse Transfer StationNow Open

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

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.

FINAL CHAPTER BOOK STOREOpens For Season

November 3 & 17 ... 10-2pmAnd…Founders Day WeekendYard Sale and Final ChapterFri & Sat, Nov 9/10, 9am-2

PARKER(Call 928-669-2174 for info)Nov 3 11th Annual Chili Cook off, and Bloody

Mary Mix off, 10-3pm, LaPaz Cty ParkNov 23/24 Thanksgiving Regatta Races, Blue WaterNov 24/25 Ranch Sorting, Rio Mesa RanchSALOME(Call 928-859-3846 for info)Nov 2-4 Fiddler’s Jamboree, 10am-4 daily

Lion’s Club, Food, Fiddlin’ & FunNov 10 Night Under the Stars, Alamo LkNov 17 Christmas Bazaar & Bake SaleQUARTZSITENov 9-11 Buck Connors Western Days,

3 FULL days of eventsNov 18 Chili & Cornbread Fundraiser,

Tyson Wells, 3-4:45pm


Bouse Volunteer Fire District Message phone: 928-851-2648

Meetings: 2nd Tuesday of Month, 12 noon, at the Fire House

AND ... 4th Saturday of Month 10am

Does not

work on RVs

BOUSE FOOD BANKMonthly,

2nd Tuesday, 9-11amBehind Bouse Booster Club

Diane Patrick and her helpers will continue to distribute foods to

qualified folks for this season.

Bouse Fire Auxiliary Meeting Tuesday, Nov 6, at 6pm

at the Fire District Office

Bouse Fire DistrictHappy Autumn everyone!I apologize for not getting an

article in last month’s newsletter, but I have mended the errors of my ways and here we are.

First of all, I’d like to square away the dates and times for our board meetings. They are 12 noon on the second Tuesday of each month, AND the 4th Saturday at 10 am. The Saturday meeting was requested by the public for folks who work during the week.

Burn permits are not required within the fire district boundaries, but all burns need to be called into our dispatch before lighting them: 928-669-2281. The person burning needs to have a means of extinguishing the fire at hand. The pile may be lit ½ hour before sunrise, and all visible flames must be out by sundown. This prevents the smoke from sitting at ground level due to the evening inversion.

Only natural materials may be burned. No trash, Oleanders, tires, plastics, etc. Burn barrels are illegal.

These rules are put out by the Arizona Department of Environmental Quality. We as a fire district are required to enforce them, with the assistance of the La Paz County Sherriff’s Office.

Call 911 to report an emergency. Do not call the station to report an emergency as there is not always someone in the fire office.

The fire district office has moved to the old school office, which was also the La Paz County Sheriff’s Bouse substation. Look for our snazzy new signs. We are doing renovation to the building that we had been using as an office.

The Bouse Fire Auxiliary has a completely new Board of Directors. My firefighters and I look forward to this new leadership. A preliminary meeting with President elect ReNae Hedges was very promising. It is both her and my goal to re-integrate the Fire Auxiliary back into working hand in hand with the Fire District. Please sign up for Fire Auxiliary membership as we will have things for all to do.

The fire district is at First Friday Swap Meet. We offer complimentary blood pressure checks and are available to answer any questions. Stop by and say hello.

My goal, as Fire Chief, is to re-engage the community with the fire district. We had this many years ago and lost it. We have a Community Outreach Coordinator on staff as a volunteer to help facilitate this. Many of you already know Vonnie Harmon. She’s a mover and shaker who has always had this community’s best interest in mind. Vonnie hit the ground running and has been very diligent in involving your fire district in community happenings.

Everyone—both taxpayer and visitor—are welcome to stop by the station. Remember, we are still a volunteer fire district and some members are on duty from their homes.

We only had 3 people pull papers for the 3 vacancies on the fire board this year so the county cancelled the election and will appoint them officially by the end of the year. I’m excited to introduce these gentlemen to the community, although they are all known already: David Boyer - Chairman, Jim Pontious – Clerk, and John Newman - Treasurer. Not to be left out, Miss Becky Lowe is our clerical assistant.

Our fire district website is up and running at www.bouseazfd.com.


Desert Brushes Art ClubBy Tai Ti Barber

Our meetings will start Monday, Nov 12, Noon to 3 at the Booster Club. Business meetings are held the first Monday. We welcome new members to come and participate in new projects/classes: composition, background, framing, eyes, clouds, and trees. Look for special class schedules in the coming months. Classes are free to art club members (join for $5/year).

Nov 19 – Composition Class, the fundamental building block of painting, bring your sketch pad and pencil and get ready. We are privileged to have award-winning artist, Oney Budge, teaching and look forward to learn about the elements of strong composition.

Nov 26 - Bring your composition to share, complete, or be evaluated for exhibiting in the fine art show.

If you love the desert, you’ll truly enjoy Oney Budge’s paintings, she captures the desert so vividly; I get transformed as though I was walking in the desert. Once you see her art, you will appreciate the depth of detail she captures; her breadth of work expands way beyond the desert. Winning awards right from the first painting, Oney’s artwork does more than tell a story; the realism brings to life the people and animals in each piece. Her attention to detail and light touch of oil washes build a unique photo-like finish complimentary to her subjects. Her water colors capture the same essence with the light wash of color and detail, yet a more relaxed form of letting the paint take on a life of its own. She is truly gifted which is shared by many and reflected in the multitude of awards she has received.

Oney grew up in CA loving the outdoors, animals, and people. Raising three children while working full time as Business Director of a small hospital didn’t leave much time to pursue a career in the art world. It wasn’t until 2002, when her husband—seeing her talent on napkins in restaurants over the years— bought oil paints for her birthday. When she tried those new paints, the results were stunning. Oney remains in awe, never taking it for granted. Her ability and love for any subject matter shows throughout her work. Living the past 25 years in the Wyoming area, Oney has been able to attend art classes with WY Artist Tim Tanner; and through the AZ Western College with water colorist Mil Hadcock. Oney’s awards include: Grand Champions, Grand Champion Reserve, Spectator’s Choice, Native American Champion, Western Art First Place, and many more. “My mission is to follow my heart in my artwork,” says Oney, “and provide you with more than you expect. I strive to continue to provide affordable prints, and a fair price for commission and original paintings. Thank you for your support and encouragement. When you purchase a piece of my artwork I am always honored.” Meet Oney at our composition class Nov 19 and Christmas Ornament class on Dec 10.

Join us Dec 10 to make your own Christmas ornament and for our Fine Art Show Feb 1-2. Questions, call Myra Beck at 208-670-1711

RAM - “Thanks for the Memories”by David Bull

Random Access Memory (RAM) refers to data storage that can be accessed in any order or randomly.

RAM in a computer is considered main memory or the working area used for displaying and working with data...sort of like your desk. You open up all of your files, papers, reports, etc. and place them on your desk to work on. RAM performs the same function.

This type of memory comes in sticks and are about the size of a few sticks of gum. Most PCs have slots for adding and replacing RAM. RAM can be both written to and read from. RAM is erased when a computer is shut down effectively clearing your desk.

How much RAM do you need? Next to the CPU, RAM is the most important factor in computer performance. If you are running Windows 10, For optimal performance with standard desktop applications, 512MB is recommended. Video-intensive work or gaming requires more than normal amounts of RAM perhaps 1-2GB (gigabytes).What does all this byte stuff mean?

Here’s the deal (and it applies to both RAM and hard drives):

• The smallest unit of memory storage is called a BIT. A bit either contains a ONE or a ZERO. That’s it.

• Eight bits is one BYTE (“bite”). That’s enough storage for about one letter of the alphabet.

• 1,024 bytes is one KILOBYTE (KB) or about one page of text.

• 1,024 kilobytes is one MEGABYTE (MB) or about 1,000 pages of text.

• 1,024 megabytes is one GIGABYTE (GB) or about 1,000,000 pages of text.

OK, so now everybody understands about bits and bytes, right? No? Hey, you know what? It doesn’t matter! Forget about it. All you need to know is that you have enough MEGABYTES of RAM (for example 512 MB). Hard drive storage is measured in gigabytes (GB).

Confused? ... welcome to my nerdy world!!!

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

Welcome November and Bouse activities around town. While you are attending these activities stop in and see our library. Check out our new selection of books: Courtney’s War by Wilbur Smith, James Patterson’s Texas Ranger, Norah Roberts’ The Glass Forest and Bill O’Reilly’s Killing the SS, and more.

Our new DVD’s include the complete seasons of the Tudors and the Borgias; also movies: Roswell and Genius just to mention a few.

For those of you traveling the roads, check out our well rounded selection of audio tapes. We have Jody Picoult, Stuart Woods and James Patterson for starters! Listening to these audio tapes will make your travels a pleasant experience while the miles fly by.

We have for sale Bouse Then and Now book written by Renee Townsend and Carol Brown. The books are $20 and signed

by Renee. A great read about Bouse.

On display is a scrapbook of the Summer Read program with photos of the activities that the Bouse children did.

We thank the community for the support of our Library!

Hours 10 to (till we close) Daily!

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 Events

Nov 10 Founder’s Day Outreach

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.

Holiday Shipping Cut Off Dates

The girls at the Post Office send a big Welcome Back to our returning seasonal residents and visitors; and remind everyone to mark the following deadlines on your calendar for sending domestic mail and packages to arrive by December 25:

Dec 14 – • USPS Retail Ground First Class Packages

under 1 poundDec 20

• First-Class Mail (inc greeting cards) • Priority Mail • First Class & Priority from Hawaii and Alaska

to mainland Dec 22

• Priority Mail Express• Priority Mail Express from Hawaii and Alaska

to mainland

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

Or call 208-949-9022


Salome High School News!On Oct 13, SHS students donned

uniforms and jerseys from past decades on their float to join local clubs and organizations to celebrate the “Days Gone By” theme in Salome’s annual Dick Wick Hall Parade. Later, the Lion’s Club art show highlighting artwork of many SHS students produced these winners: 1st Robert Radcliff, 2nd Robert Lard, 3rd Sam Peck.

Our volleyball girls had their “Pink Zone” game against Mingus Mountain on Oct 23. The pink game is used as a way for the players to raise money and spread awareness for breast cancer. The girls asked people to sponsor them in a bump-a-thon and serve-a-thon or give them a flat donation. Proceeds from these activities and their silent auction at the game were donated to the Tri-Valley Medical Center to provide free mammograms for women from the community. Besides raising a ton of money for a great cause, the girls won their game against Mingus Mountain. Way to go girls!

With their win against Anthem Prep on Oct 6, the Salome Frogs became this year’s 1A West Regional Champions! With the regional championship under their belt and a first-round bye, they will play their first state playoff game at home on Oct 26 against Hayden High School. When asked how they achieved such a phenomenal record this year, Mr. McCarty said, “By working extremely hard, coming together each week, believing in each other, studying film and game planning to find a specific way to beat our opponents. Our biggest accomplishments this year would be finally beating Bagdad. But also, winning the 1A West Regional title and securing a top 4 seed in the state for the playoffs! I‘m hoping that this season makes others want to be part of our team. And hoping that we have learned how to win tough games and it better prepares us for another deep run in the playoffs!”

At 6pm Oct 31st, families from around the community can come to the school and enjoy the 7th annual Trunk-or-Treat organized by the members of the NHS. Trunk or Treat was started by longtime science teacher, Ms. Slucas, to provide a safe and easily accessed place for families and kids for Halloween fun. Over the years it has evolved into a Halloween Carnival, with each grade hosting carnival games such as the cakewalk, the haunted house, and fish pong. Groups from outside the high school have even joined in. For instance, the Grace Community Church will be returning with their fishing game this year. It looks to be another super inexpensive event that everyone can enjoy!

A Little News From the Bouse Elementary School

Veterans are invited to have lunch with the students and staff at Bouse Elementary on November 8 at 11:35am in the cafeteria. It is a pleasure to be able to honor those individuals who have served our country and a great experience for the students to get acquainted with and hear their stories.

I would like to thank all the parents and people of the community who helped at the Halloween Carnival and the Parade. Since most of us were new with this, we could not have done it without all of your help.

Mr. Dale Craddick is the new Student Council Adviser and has really taken an interest in working with the students. Much thanks to him and to all the teachers and staff who worked hard to put these activities on for the kids.

There will be no school on the following:

Nov. 12 – Veteran’s DayNov. 22 – Thanksgiving

Happy Thanksgiving to all!

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 Lighting at Museum• 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 Thanksgiving Potluck

Nov 22 @ 1pm @ Bouse Booster Hall

Turkey, Dressing, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy provided

(Bring a side dish or dessert and table service)Donations welcome

Notary Service Available at David Plunkett Realty

Open Hours 9-4 (Unless out showing property)

Open Year Round

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

The church is starting to fill up as our winter families make their way back to Bouse for the winter. For those of you that haven’t made your way down, travel safe, we’ll see you soon!

The Bible Club kids will be fundraising soon to earn money for camp. Keep an eye on the bulletin boards for more details!

Bouse folks gathered at the lot next to the church on Halloween night with their chairs and open trunks to provide treats for the kids and a safe night of Trunk or Treat fun. Hot Dogs and drinks were provided by the church, even some of the adults were in costume. I’m not sure who had the most fun…the little kids or the BIG kids!

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 SatALA - 10am, 2nd MonALR - 10am, 2nd Tuesday

Weekly EventsSunday Dinners – 3-6pm,TBAMonday - ALA Monday Night Football, 5pm, drink specials and snacks.Tuesday - Post Tacos or Taco Salads 3-6, Darts 4 to ? with prizes!Wednesday - ALR Burgers & Fries 3-6, Karaoke by Debbie 4pm Meat Draw and 50/50 TBA.Thursday – Poker & Line dancing, time TBAFriday - Post Fish Dinner 3-6pm, Karaoke by Debbie 4pm.

Special EventsNov 8 - Veterans Lunch Time with Bouse ElementaryNov 11 - Veterans Day Service, Steaks, Live music by Dam Band, time TBA.Nov 18 - ALA Spaghetti Dinner $6, 3-6pm.Nov 19 - ALA Annual Thanksgiving Bake Sale, 9am Across the street from Post Office.Nov 22 - Post Thanksgiving Dinner 1-3 pm, Veterans FREE.Nov 24 - VFW Post 769, Quartzsite Freedom Riders Poker Run,

Bouse American Legion 1st stop in morning. Raising money for La Paz County UnderprivilegedChildren Christmas Gifts. Drop off new toys at Bouse American Legion.

A Thank You to all that helped & attended the Bouse Annual Red Ribbon Parade, it certainly was a lot of fun! Also another Thank You to all for the ALA Annual Oktoberfest, it was really an experience eating all the different German foods! The ALA dinners & bake sales helped raise money for the candies, prizes, and props for the Annual Bouse School Halloween Carnival (thank you to our Volunteers that helped.) Also it helps with our Thanksgiving Boxes for the Bouse Needy. Please call the Post if you have any names of needy families in our area.

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


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

Summer Hours: Noon to 9pmRed Shirt Friday - Remains all day

$.25 off beer & cocktailsWeekly Events:

Mon – Darts, 3pmThur – Hamburger & Fries, 4-6:30pm Karaoke by Tiny Tunes, 5-9pmFri – Texas Hold‘em, 3pm Live Music, 5-9pmSat – Live Music, 5-9pmSun – Meat Draw, 2pm-?, begins Nov 25 Karaoke by Alice & Jerry

Special Events:Nov 1 – Halloween Party Karaoke, Costumes, Prizes Hamburgers & FriesNov 11 – Veterans Day Service 11am Dinner followingNov 17 - November Birthday PartyNov 22 – Closed for Thanksgiving

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

Join us for the “official” kickoff for our winter season on 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 November birthdays on the 17. And make note we have scheduled Meat Draws every Sunday to begin on Nov 25 from 3 - ? Karaoke by Alice and Jerry will provide entertainment during the Meat Drawings. It all looks like another great year at the Bouse VFW Post.

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

First Friday Swap MeetNovember 2 8am - 2pm

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

Call (928) 851-2509

Villa La Paz RV Park 928-851-2176Welding - 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 404-642-4126Quilters & 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 7:30-2, T/S (Fri - Dinner)

928-916-8416

Coyote 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 928-575-1171Ocotillo 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 (7am-6pm daily)

928-851-1800

Rose Acres FarmsSomewhere Bar & Grill (noon - close)

928-851-1051

U-Sav Storage 928-851-9220VFW Post 2357, (12-9pm) 928-851-2857

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