Wrapping Up the Motel Story

     The story of the Shangri-La is pretty wrapped up with one final addition (we think). Apparently, it was a Mikesell family that LAST owned and operated the motel. They sold that property to the current occupants, the Subway store.
     Another note concerning the motel listings. Our quizmaster Tony Crandell, BHS-59, had told us there were some courts, across, south from the Eastern Star Home and he thought the owners were Phyliss and Melvin Converse. That leads to another story concerning one of the Converse sons, Jerry.
     In June of 1967, during a six-day war between Israel and some Arab nations, the USS Liberty was, caught in between, attacked by Israeli fighter bombers, then by torpedo boats in international waters, the Mediterranea sea. A total of 34 American sailors were killed and 174 injured. One of the victims was Jerry Converse.
     Jerry, BHS-61, earned an Electrical Engineering degree from Iowa State University, 1961-64.
     At Boone High School, he had loved being involved in music and had a special passion for engineering and mechanical programs. After graduation from ISU, he wanted to fly but color blindness and his height, 6-7, worked against his Air Force ambition. Instead, he signed up with the U.S. Navy which, eventually, lead to his death.
     In 2014, Jerry was one of five ISU graduates who were honored on Veterans Day during a Gold Star Hall ceremony in the ISU Memorial Union. Honored there are ISU grads who died in military service in a war zone.
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     Before I forget, I'm sure some of you have enjoyed meals at the Texas Roadhouse but have especially gone ga-ga over the warm bread smothered with a special butter.
     Here's a Korner exclusive.........the recipe for that special butter.
     One stick of unsalted butter, room temperature. 1/4 cup of powdered sugar. 1/4 cup of honey. One teaspoon of ground cinnamon. Whip the room temp butter with whisk for 30 seconds. Add the remaining ingredients and beat until completely combined and very smooth. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and turn up the speed and whip for a minute or two until really light and fluffy.
     The Kornerman is sure you know what to do after that.
     Thanks to Judy Canfield.
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     Think about this. I'm sure you viewers remember the "Who Wants to be a Millionaire" TV show and, if needed, the contestant could use a lifeline, a call to someone who, potentially, could help provide them some needed information.
     The question? Who would be your lifeline? The Kornerman assumes it would be someone you have great trust in...........a relative, a friend.......and one you feel may have the wherewithal to aid your case.
     In the Kornerman's case, it might be a viewer. John Kueck, BHS-61, would fill the bill. He's certainly be a constant Korner lifeline AND guess who sent the Korner our very first holiday greeting?  Yup! He wrote, "I thoroughly enjoy your blog. For some of us, it is our only connection to Boone and our era."
     A very nice picture of John and his lovely bride, Susan, was included. Some other good looking family members were pictured as well.
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     Back to another quiz. Two very well known (at the time) hair care product companies actually began in Boonetown in the 50's. Can you name them and their location?
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     You have to be Dick Longworth, BHS-53, to remember when the Boone News Republican phone number was 1 (one). The Kornerman certainly doesn't remember that.
     How about 325 and/or 448. This was prior to the 1960's.......and the 325 was the Boone Fire Department while the 448 was the Boone Police Department.
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     Some sad news from Steve Crandell, BHS-66. Steve called the Kornerman Friday to report the passing of his brother, David, BHS-65. David, 70, had been battling cancer at his Morton, Ill. home.
He had most recently worked for Caterpillar Logistics in Morton, where he also served on the Facility EMT team. His wife, Jolene Anderson Crandell, BHS-65, the daughter of Gunnar and Helen Anderson survives. A son, Richard, also survives.   
     BOONE CONNECTED DEATHS: Wayne (Griz) Wilke, 71, CO. Formerly of Boone. BHS-64. Was a 30 year member of the Boilermaker Union 83 of Kansas City. Survivors include five sisters, Cheryl Moorman and Jan Mallas of Boone and three others.
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