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COMMUNITY A2 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2017 HERMISTON HISTORY THREE MINUTES WITH ... 25 YEARS AGO FEBRUARY 11, 1992 Records were set at the Port of Morrow in January 1992 for containers shipped on barges out of the Tide- water marine terminal. The dock yard is bus- tling with non-stop activi- ty. In January, the shipping operation moved a record number of containers in and out of the dock. Nearly 1,700 containers either came in or went out over the dock at the port. The numbers were bol- stered by 861 solid waste containers transported be- tween Clark County, Wash., and Tidewater’s landfill near Boardman. Solid waste shipments began in early January. The solid waste shipments, cou- pled with steady shipments of hay products combined to produce the record of 1,698 containers moved in and out in January. ••• 50 YEARS AGO FEBRUARY 9, 1967 Lieutenant Commander J.R. O’Connor, Command- ing Officer of the Pendleton Naval Reserve, announced today that the danger of Northeastern Oregon clos- ing their Naval Reserve organization has been suc- cessfully avoided by the at- tachment of an almost 100 percent gain in petty officer personnel. “Through the hard work and efforts of the task force of ‘Operation Full Ship’ and the unit members combined with the superb cooperation of the people of Northeast- ern Oregon and especially the news media, who so freely gave their time and space to make people aware of the situation and need, the Naval Reserve is once again a healthy, growing organization,” commented O’Connor. The Naval Reserve Surface Division is now over 50 strong and has ex- pectations of even greater strength in the near future. Commander O’Connor ex- pressed his gratitude to the many citizens of Northeast- ern Oregon who demon- strated interest and helped in making “Operation Full MARILYN GILLILAND Retired HH FILE PHOTO Trucks, cranes and front-end loaders are busy keeping containers moving in and out of the dock at the Port of Morrow in 1992. Ship” a success. ••• The Oregon State High- way Commission this week announced its semi-annual apportionment of funds to Oregon cities. Hermiston’s share is $19,991. Funds are from state gasoline and license fees. 75 YEARS AGO FEBRUARY 12, 1942 Married men and men who have dependents other than a wife may be accept- ed for enlistment or re-en- listment in the U.S. Marine Corps now, provided the applicant can furnish the re- cruiting officer with an affi- davit sworn to by the wife or other dependents that she or they are not depen- dent upon the applicant for financial support beyond his ability to contribute on the pay of a private in the U.S. Marine Corps. This announcement was official- ly transmitted to the Marine Corps recruiting office at Walla Walla, Wash., today, from the headquarters at Washington D.C. The recruiting station at Walla Walla is the nearest recruiting office in this vi- cinity. According to the law passed by Congress, the third registration under the Selective Training and Ser- vice Act of 1940 shall take place February 16, 1942. There will be four plac- es open for registration in Umatilla County: Pendle- ton, Stanfield, Freewater and the Umatilla Indian Agency. Persons required to reg- ister are: “Every male cit- izen of the United States, and every other male per- son residing in the Unit- ed States, if on December 31, 1941 such citizen has attained the twentieth an- niversary of the day of his birth and on February 16, 1942, has not attained the forty-fifth anniversary of the day of his birth, and has not heretofore been regis- tered under the Selective Training and Service Act of 1940.” Residents in this area must register at Stanfield where G.L. Dunning will be in charge. Registration will be on Monday only, February 16, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at the Stanfield Irri- gation District office. 100 YEARS AGO FEBRUARY 12, 1917 The Hermiston Com- mercial Club met Tuesday noon at the new U.S.O. Building for its regular luncheon. The dinner was served by Mrs. E.A. Thorn- burg of Jack’s Cafe. Reports were given by W.E. Logan, postmaster, and F.C. McKenzie, may- or. The former told of his findings at the postmasters’ convention at Seattle, stat- ing that progress is being made in preparing the nu- merous preliminaries for the actual construction of the water works. He in- dicated that construction would begin soon, prior to the irrigation season. The meeting was well attended. ••• Monday, women will be registered for wartime jobs. The Oregon board for mobilization of labor states that 6,000 volunteer workers will start a house- to-house survey of Oregon woman power next Mon- day, February 16. By March 1, the board expects to have a complete catalogue of the skills and abilities of Ore- gon’s junior leaguers, office workers, house wives and other walks of life. Every woman over 28 years of age will be regis- tered, even the homebound, since they may be available to take care of children, re- leasing young mothers for officers, factories and fields. Women will not be required to pledge work, but they will tell interviewers of jobs they have held and whether they will be available for full or part-time work. There is still a lot of work to be done concern- ing Red Cross Sewing in Hermiston. Sewing will be in full swing every day next week at the U.S.O building according to Mrs. Belt. Mrs. J.R. Huffman, in charge of the materials, stated today that yarn and needles are available now for knitting Red Cross sox. A full supply of materials will be available. When did you come to the area and what brought you here? I moved here in November of 1976. I wanted to move back to the northwest to be nearer to family. What is your favorite local place to eat? Depending on what food I’m hungry for: I love Hale’s, La Palma, Stockman’s. What is your favorite activity in your free time? Spending time with my kids and grandkids. Reading, swimming, attending the high school sports. I love football and basketball. What’s the last book you read? Would you rec- ommend it? “The Hidden” by Heather Graham; I would recom- mend it ... love Heather Graham What app or website do you use most besides Facebook or email? I use the Amazon app a lot and The Weather Channel app. What surprises you about Hermiston? The generosity of the people here. They are always ready to help. Describe your perfect travel destination. Akumal, on the Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico, Warm weather, good food, sand, sea ... did I say warm weather?! What’s the funniest thing that’s ever happened to you? There are many, but: I came home from work and raced to get dressed to go to a play here in the au- ditorium ... about a third of the way through, my daughter asked me if it was a new fashion statement to wear the seams on the outside of my blouse? My response was, “Of course,” as I excused myself to go to the ladies’ room. What is one of your goals for the next 12 months? Train my Great Dane not to sit on me! What is your proudest accomplishment? I’m most proud of how my family copes with adver- sity. EVENTS CALENDAR WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 8 BABY BOOGIE & TAPPIN’ TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E Gladys Ave, Hermiston. (541-567-2882) CONVERSATION PROJECT: HOMELESS IN THE LAND OF PLENTY, 11 a.m., Blue Mountain Community College, 975 S.E. Columbia Drive, Hermiston. Ryan Stroud hosts. Free and open to the public. (Alison Timmons 541-289-2832) STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-2882) STANFIELD SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Stanfield Community Center, 225 W. Roosevelt, Stanfield. Cost is $3.50 for seniors, $6 for others. (541-449-1332) THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 9 BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and over or $5 for adults. (541-481-3257) HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Cost is $4 for adults, free for children 10 and under, $4 for Meals on Wheels. Extra 50 cents for utensils/dishes. Bus service to Senior Center by donation. (541-567-3582) SENSORY STORY TIME, 12:30 p.m., Boardman Public Library, 200 S. Main St., Boardman. For children from birth to age 4. (541-481- 2665) THE ARC UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6-10 p.m., The Arc Building, 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Doors open at 6 p.m., seats may be held until 6:30 p.m., then all seats first come, first served; games begin at 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit Umatilla County citizens with developmental disabilities. 18 years or older, must have proof of age and photo I.D. Basic pot $20, prizes range from $20-$750. (541-567-7615) FIDDLERS NIGHT, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Brookdale Assisted Living, 980 W. Highland Ave., Hermiston. Enjoy light refreshments, listen to some favorite oldies or join in the jam session. All ages welcome. (541-567-3141) FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 10 STORY TIME, 10:15 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-2882) STORY AND CRAFT TIME, 2 p.m., Echo Public Library, 20 S. Bonanza, Echo. (541-376-8411) VFW BINGO, 6 p.m., Hermiston VFW, 45 W. Cherry St., Hermiston. Doors open at 6 p.m., games begin at 7 p.m. Everyone welcome. (541-567-6219) SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11 SATURDAY CRAFT TIME, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. Free craft projects for children in 5th grade and younger. (541- 567-2882) SAGE SATURDAY, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., SAGE Center, 101 Olson Road, Boardman. Make farm animal valentine portraits. Free admission. (541-481-7243) TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 PRESCHOOL STORY TIME, 10:30-11 a.m., Stanfield Public Library, 180 W. Coe Ave., Stanfield. (541-449- 1254) BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and over or $5 for adults. (541-481-3257) HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Cost is $4 for adults, free for children 10 and under, $4 for Meals on Wheels. Extra 50 cents for utensils/dishes. Bus service to Senior Center by donation. (541-567-3582) BINGO, 5 p.m., Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Doors open at 5 p.m., games begin at 6:30 p.m. Everyone welcome. (541-567- 3582) INSIDE OUTSIDE THE LINES ADULT COLORING, 6-7:30 p.m., Irrigon Public Library, 490 N.E. Main St., Irrigon. Materials provided. Bring snacks to share. (541-922- 0138) WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 15 BABY BOOGIE & TAPPIN’ TODDLERS, 10-10:45 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E Gladys Ave, Hermiston. (541-567-2882) STORY TIME, 11:15 a.m., Hermiston Public Library, 235 E. Gladys Ave., Hermiston. (541-567-2882) STANFIELD SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Stanfield Community Center, 225 W. Roosevelt, Stanfield. Cost is $3.50 for seniors, $6 for others. (541-449-1332) THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 16 BOARDMAN SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, 12 p.m., Boardman Senior Center, 100 Tatone St., Boardman. Cost is $4 for seniors 55 and over or $5 for adults. (541-481-3257) HERMISTON SENIOR MEAL SERVICE, OREGON Put a smile on the heart with the power of flowers. HWY 395, HERMISTON 541-567-4305 Mon-Sat 8am-6pm • Sun 12pm-5am www.cottagefl owersonline.com HUNTERS HUNTER’S RIGHTS • HUNTABLE WILDLIFE • HABITAT Banquet, Raffl e & Auction Featuring An All State ELK Tag Sponsored by the Access and Habitat Program February 11th • 5:00 pm at the Pendleton Convention Center Raffl e & Auction Items including a D&B Treasure Chest & M2D Properties Youth Hunt To Register Call Rebecca 541-379-1074 or Terry 541-231-4384 MONEY RAISED BY OUR BANQUET STAYS IN OREGON! Columbia Basin Chapter supported the following events and many others: • Youth Bow Hunt • Coyote Predation Management • OHA/ODFW Pheasant Hunt and Skeet Shoot SENSORY STORY TIME, 12:30 p.m., Boardman Public Library, 200 S. Main St., Boardman. For children from birth to age 4. (541-481- 2665) THE ARC UMATILLA COUNTY BINGO, 6-10 p.m., The Arc Building, 215 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Doors open at 6 p.m., seats may be held until 6:30 p.m., then all seats first come, first served; games begin at 7 p.m. Proceeds benefit Umatilla County citizens with developmental disabilities. 18 years or older, must have proof of age and photo I.D. Basic pot $20, prizes range from $20- $750. (541-567-7615) PART-TIME DRIVER ASSOCIATION Flower/Candy Bouquets • Stuff ed Animals • Balloons • Jewelry • Purses & More! 12 p.m., Hermiston Senior Center, 435 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston. Cost is $4 for adults, free for children 10 and under, $4 for Meals on Wheels. Extra 50 cents for utensils/dishes. Bus service to Senior Center by donation. (541-567-3582) Pick up an application at 211 SE Byers, Pendleton or e-mail resume and cover letter to hr@eomediagroup.com Part-time driver needed to deliver East Oregonian publications throughout Eastern Oregon. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, have a valid driver’s license and a good driving record. Shifts vary but will regularly include Tuesday nights. Duties may include non- driving work if extra hours are desired. Drug test, driving record and criminal background checks will be completed before hire.