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A2 • HERMISTONHERALD.COM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 2017 COMMUNITY HERMISTON HISTORY THREE MINUTES WITH ... Farmers see an early melon crop 25 YEARS AGO JUNE 30, 1992 • Due to the intense heat and low rainfall, farmers are seeing an early harvest for spring crops. High water use crops such as watermel- ons are already being har- vested across the area. “It only takes so many heat units to grow a prod- uct,” said Tom Able, lo- cal farmer. ‘We’re already thousands of units ahead of last year. Watermelons are in the 3,000 range for heat units. Once they get ready you’ve got to bring them in. With all of the heat we’ve had this year, these just got ready.” Able said he planted the fi rst group of watermel- on plants on April 20, near- ly a month before the end of frost season. “If you want to see a guy that plays poker, just try farming!” • Winds gusting up to 60 miles per hour downed power lines and lightning started more than 25 grass fi res across Umatilla and Morrow counties as a series of thunderstorms moved through the area Saturday and Sunday. Zane Suverly, meteorological technician with the national Weather Service in Pendleton, said a low pressure front moved moist air into the hot, high pressure system that is cur- rently stalled over the Co- lumbia Basin, causing the ferocious storms. • Jeralyn Gardner of Hermiston was named Miss Umatilla County 1992 at the sixth annual county-wide scholarship pageant held in Armand Larive Junior High Auditorium Saturday evening. She was crowned by Andrea Reese of Herm- iston, the 1991 title hold- er, before an eager crowd of about 200. “I’m really excited about being Miss Umatilla County,” she said. “But fi rst some rest and ice cream sound really good.” 50 Years AGO JUNE 29, 1967 • Many of the citizens of Hermiston were treated to a strange sight Thursday and Friday of last week as a small wooden covered wag- on, drawn by two donkeys and led by a bearded fellow in a cowboy hat , plodded slowly through town. Ac- cording to words painted on the quonset shaped schoo- ner, its journey was “Yaki- ma to Phoenix.” This was affi rmed by the driver, who identifi ed himself only as “Seminole Bob”, originally from Tacoma, Wash., After spending Thursday night near the Dunes Motel, Bob and his new wife of just over a month, Karen, and their dog intended to continue their trek to Phoenix, Ariz., expecting to arrive there in September or November, or maybe December. HERALD ARCHIVES Pictured above is the Comrie Babe Ruth Baseball team, which nailed down the top spot in Hermiston’s 14-15 year old league in 1992. In the front row, left to right, are Jason Blankenship, Zach Wilcott, Abel Saenz, manager Ken Gumpert, bat boy Kory Gumpert, Ryan Remmer, T.J. Hansell and Jeremy Smith. Back row, left to right are coach Joe Thompson, Justin Noland, Tim Herrera, Joe Rodriguez, Jason Hall, Gilbert Juarez, Tim Schwartz and coach John Herrera. HERALD ARCHIVES YAKIMA TO PHOENIX was the legend on the front of this wagon that passed through Hermiston last week. The owner identifi ed himself as “Seminole Bob”, a long time wanderer. His wife Karen can be seen just inside the wagon. The small machine on the wagon’s side is for Bob’s trade, sharpening scissors, which helps support their wanderings. • District Judge Hen- ry Kaye was appointed by Gov. Tom McCall Monday to the newly created second position as Circuit Judge of the 6th Judicial Dis- trict, Umatilla and Morrow Counties. The appointment is effective July 1, Kaye will continue the probate ju- risdiction in Umatilla Coun- ty, which he held during his seven years as District Judge. The position of a second Circuit Judge for Umatilla and Morrow coun- ties was created by the state Legislature in its recently concluded session. Judge Kaye will now be able to relieve Judge William Wells of part of his crowded agen- da. • The Umatilla Coun- ty Housing Authority has called for bids for construc- tion of 32 housing units to be located on B Street be- tween Orchard and Hermis- ton Avenues in Hermiston. The project consists of 18 one-bedroom, 12 three-bedroom and two four-bedroom dwelling units. The units are slab on grade, frame construction, shingle roofi ng, trussed rafters, wood siding, sheet rock wall, with resilient fl oor coverings, aluminum windows and sliding doors, factory fabricated cabinet work, plumbing, electrical and gas heating. 75 YEARS AGO JUNE 25, 1942 • At a meeting of se- nior and junior wardens Wednesday night, it was decided to open a civilian defense control center in the vary near future. Hermiston coordinator, Sam Moore, was present and discussed various plans as to future activities of the local setup. Arm bands and other de- fense insignia has been or- dered for use by Hermiston workers. The organization is becoming perfected rap- idly and will soon be able to work effi ciently in case of emergency. • C.J. Jackson, 21 votes; N.R. Mueller, 21 write in votes; Mrs. Edith M. Fraker, 3 write-in votes. Mrs. Frak- er wins. This oddity was the result of the annual election for School District U-9 held Monday at the high school. Mrs. Fraker receives the appointment because she represents the Cold Springs district which has not been represented for some years. Her term will be for fi ve years. A.H. Norton easi- ly won the election for a four-year term. Mrs. Fraker comes well recommended for the position. She has been connected with school work for many years and at one time was a candidate for county school superin- tendent. • The U.S. Navy Cruiser No. 12102, a recruiting sta- tion on wheels with a fully equipped motorized trailer outfi t, will visit Hermis- ton on July 2 for a one-day visit. The big land cruis- er, immaculate within and without, is 9 by 50 feet and is equipped with a broad- casting system and a 16 mm motion picture projection machine. Free movies will be shown at night. “The Cruiser will bring a crew of four men, members of the Portland Recruiting Station personnel and immediately upon arrival will commence to operate as an active Re- cruiting Offi ce. Applica- tions for enlistment in the U.S. Navy or Naval Re- serve will be received, and the applicants examined on the spot. Applicants who are accepted for enlistment will be given transporta- tion to the main station in Portland where the oath of allegiance will be tendered by Lt. Cmdr. G.F. DeGrave, U.S. Navy, offi cer in charge of recruiting in this area. 100 YEARS AGO JUNE 30, 1917 • When the Red Cross was fi rst organized in Hermiston the impression was general that men were not eligible. The ladies soon made it clear to the men that they could join and many have, Another source of membership is now quite apparent and also very gratifying. This is the number of children joining. Already a number of boys and girls have saved their pennies and nickels until a whole dollar was reached and proudly went to the sec- retary or membership com- mittee to be enrolled. Most of these youngsters are un- der 10 years of age. Others have announced that they are saving and have almost a dollar. • Last Saturday a deal was closed whereby the plant and business of The Hermiston Herald was sold by F.R. Reeves to M.D. O’Connell. Mr. O’Con- nell takes possession next Monday. He is an old news- paper man thoroughly ex- perienced in the business. He is expected today. He comes here from Richland, Wash., and has a family of a wife and three sons. Mrs. O’Connell came Tuesday, returning Wednesday, to look around for a suitable home. It will probably be a month before the family moves. TIM HAUNER Store manager, The Cell Fix When and why did you move to Hermiston? I was born here. What is your favorite place to eat? Probably Shari’s. It’s been here for a long time. Our house used to be where the Safeway is, and this used to be a vacant fi eld where we would ride bikes. What do you like to do in your spare time? I don’t get much spare time, but fi shing, if I could get out on the water. What surprises you about Hermiston? How much growth there’s been lately. I like to see the growth, especially a lot of new small business- es, bringing people in from other places. What was the last book you read? I don’t really read books — I do a lot of research on cell phone and technology repair online. What app or website do you use most other than Facebook? Probably pogo.com — it’s a game site. What is the funniest thing that’s ever hap- pened to you? We had a kid that thought charging his phone in the microwave would charge up the battery and it blew up the phone. The stories of the way phones get broken are always hilarious. If you could travel anywhere, where would you go? Probably back to Yellowstone — I have a lot of fun memories there. What is one of your goals for the next 12 months? I plan on purchasing the two stores in Hermiston and La Grande. The owner wants to retire, so I’ve been working to purchase the two stores. That’s pret- ty much been taking all my time. I would also like to start a scholarship fund with donations from the community to provide scholarships to local students. What is your proudest accomplishment? Probably my son, Darin. He just graduated with two associate’s degrees, and is now going to attend Eastern Oregon University. CORRECTION The June 21 edition of the Hermiston Herald incorrectly states that the Hermiston Funfest will take place July 7 and 8. The event will take place only on Saturday, July 8. IONE’S 4th of July ation Celebr 2017 No Dogs Allowed in Park *Bring your own lawn chairs or blanket. Grass amphitheater. Saturday, July 1, 2017 Volleyball Tournament Dinner & Poker Tournament (plus BINGO) Free Movie in the Park: Sing MAN OREGON B OA R D Ione City Park July 1st, 9 am Legion Hall, Ione Ione City Park July 1st, 5 pm July 1st, Dusk Monday, July 3, 2017 Golf Tournament Willow Creek Country Club, Heppner July 3rd, 9 am Tuesday, July 4, 2017 Schedule Of Events TUESDAY JULY 4TH Activities 7:00-10:00AM 11:00PM 12:00-1:00AM 12:30-2:30PM 1:00-4:00PM 4:00-5:00PM Boyscout Pancake Breakfast Parade • Line Up 9AM (Judging 9:30AM) 3 On 3 and Soccer Registrations Horseshoes Kids Games 3 On 3 Basketball Tourney Soccer Tournament Cake Walk Entertainment 1:00-5:00AM 6:30-9:30PM 10:00PM DJ Kora Live Music By: Cruise Control BOARDMAN THUNDER!!!! FIREWORKS OVER THE COLUMBIA RIVER!!! Fireworks funded by: Morrow County Unified Recreation District Boardman Thunder Celebration Sponsored by: Community & Business Donations - Boardman Chamber of Commerce 541- 481- 3014 • info@boardmanchamber.org Fireman’s Breakfast Ione Fire Hall 7:00 -10:00 am Creative Care PreSchool 5k Walk/Run ($10 Registration) Ione City Park 7 am Reg./Walk starts at 7:30 am Ken Turner Memorial Horseshoe Tournament Horseshoe Pits 9:00 am 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament 2nd Street, In Front of Legion Hall 10:00 am Blues Cruise Car Show Ione City Park 10:30 am Vendors & Booths Ione City Park 11:00 am Fish Pond, Frog Jump, Bike Raffle Fire Hall/Park 11:00 am Altar Society Pie Sale Ione Fire Hall (or Church Basement) 11:00 am Parade (G rand M arshall : T oM & a rlynda G aTes ) Main Street 1:00 pm Dunk Tank, Duck Races, Money Pile, Much More! After Parade Free Swimming Ione Swimming Pool 1:30-3:30 pm L uke B asiLe & F razer W amBeke a mphitheater s tage 2:00-3:30 pm Bingo Blues Cruise Awards Talent Show Ione Legion Hall Ione City Park Amphitheatre Stage 2:00-3:30 pm 3:00 pm 3:30 pm Reg./Show at 4 pm C orey p eterson B and a mphitheater s tage 4:30-6:00 pm Game On! Video Game Trailer & Laser Tag Featured Entertainment Ione City Park Amphitheater Stage 5:00-8:00 pm 6:30 pm F rog h oLLoW B and (6:30 pm ) C ountryFied (8:30 pm ) Boat Trip Auction/Raffle Drawings Amphitheatre Stage Fireworks Display Visible throughout Ione All event, times and locations are subject to change. www.CityOfIoneOregon.com/FourthOfJuly Music funded in part by Morrow County Unified Recreation District 8:00 pm Dusk