The Platte City Ford Rangers finished first in their league and third in a Kansas State Tournament held in Wichita to claim the third place spot. The Rangers were winning their last game 7-6 in the bottom of the last inning when a young Cubs hitter took one over the fence for a two-run homer that snatched the second place title from the Rangers. The Cubs went on to capture second place and the Wichita Rebels took first after an earlier 8-0 loss to the Rangers. The Rangers boast a 54-10 overall record for the 1995 season. Members of the team include: Brandon Fogal, Troy Medill, Luke Crawford, Kyle Richter, Brian Connell, Chance Bridger, Brian Barman, Cory Williams, Brent Parker, Craig Parker and Ryan Weedin. Coaches for the team are Greg Wallingford and David Bridger.
The children of Roger and Sandy Wade of Platte City wish to announce the 25th anniversary of their parents. Roger and Sandra were married to Wichita, Kan. on July 28, 1970. Their children are Jill, Karen, Lisa, and Michael of Platte City.
Mr. and Mrs. Alva Fleming, Jr., are celebrating 60 years of marriage on Aug. 10, 1995. Alva (Junior) Fleming and Lillian (Tommy) were married Aug. 10, 1935 at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Snider, west of Parkville in a ceremony attended by their families and friends.
