LEITERS TO THE EDITOR
To the editor:
I would like to recognize some of our
young people for their accomplishments:
Shyanne Jimenez - for a “voice to be
heard” and her many awards she received
Lena Jimenez - for her “mean court
skills” and awards
Melissa Clawson - for “staying
strong” and continuing to receive her
education
RaeLoni Clawson - for being a
“smart young lady” and continuing to re
ceive her education
Girls, Grandma (the late Geraldine
“Geri” Strong-Belgarde) was valedicto
rian of her class in that little, tiny school
in Siletz. She was very proud of that and
I know she would be very proud of all
To the editor:
I am writing to call attention to the
inequity of denying health benefits to out-
of-area tribal members. As a medical issue,
proper dental care is a necessity because
neglect is known to promote heart disease.
Out-of-area members hoping to re
ceive services are required to call in on a
first-come, first-served basis. It is degrad
ing to have to beg like a dog for table
scraps while locals feast on benefits that
should be available to all.
The equitable allocation of resources
for essential health care is an issue of ba
sic fairness. Denial of medical services
to out-of-area members creates a tribal
underclass. This is not a decent way for
the tribe to conduct its business. I am cer
tain that we can do better.
Frank Bensell Fisher, M.D.
(Still Toothless in California)
you girls. I know I sure am!
Grandma would tell you to “walk tall,
To the editor:
I’ve been working at Chinook Winds
Casino for over 2l/z years now. I thank
Jesse Davis for supporting me in this job,
for I had a real hard time getting my li
cense. Not all Tribal Council members
like to get involved and I thank you, Jesse.
Working at the casino has really been
an eye-opener. When I first started, people
stared at me and did not really talk to me.
I’ve heard downgrading of the Indians and
of all things, the Siletz shuttle bus was
called (by some employees) the M.R. bus.
I’ve been told to my face that since I
was a tribal member, I would soon be tak
ing over someone’s supervisor position
since the tribal members always get their
way. I’ve been told that I am not to give
my opinion.
The first two weeks I wanted to quit,
but I stuck in there. I am thankful for my
job and being given a chance to prove that
I am a good worker.
In the beginning, one of the jobs I
applied for was a Winners Circle position.
The person who interviewed me did not
give me a chance. As far as I know, this
person does not like giving tribal mem
bers a chance.
I’ve heard so many negative things
about this person and hearing just lately
that this person got promoted really irks
me. I am very disappointed in some of the
management here. Hopefully in the fu
ture, this person will be held accountable
if no tribal members are given a chance.
In closing, my mom always told me
never praise anyone when they are gone,
praise them when they are alive. So I want
to thank Walt Klamath for always being
there for tribal members; Douglas and
Ivan Brown and Bo Case for helping out
on the Strong plot during Memorial Day;
my four awesome children who always
stood by me; and a special thanks for a
great praying mom who has always been
there for all of us.
Respectfully,
Joella Strong
but light.” Be very proud, but always con
duct yourself in a ladylike, respectful
manner. Continue to represent, girls!
Love, your aunt and mother,
Jolynne Clawson
To the editor:
Tribal Council Candidate
To get an early start this year, I am
announcing that this coming election, I
will be a candidate for our Tribal Coun
cil. I truly believe that in some instances,
I can make a difference.
I will continue to inform you of my
planks and platform. Please take the time
to talk to me and ask me questions. I am
committed to be a representative for all
of our people.
Thank you so much for your support.
Frank D. Simmons
541-557-1695
Above: Norris Merrill and Gene
LaBonte of the Northwest Indian
Veterans Assoc.
Left: Miss Haskell rides in the
Pi-Ume-Sha parade
Veteran’s Pow-Wow in Grand Ronde.
This pow-wow was unique and I really
enjoyed my time there. Stories were told,
the game “Sweep Your Teepee” was played,
and special performances took place.
I would like to thank my cousin Lynette
Hibdon for driving me to Grande Ronde.
Also thanks to my cousin Tasha Rilatos
for being my photographer for the day.
Siletz News Letters Policy
Send letters to:
Siletz News, a publication of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians, is
published once a month. Our editorial policy encourages input from readers about
stories printed in Siletz News and other tribal issues.
All letters must include the author’s signature, address, and phone number
in order to be considered for publication. Siletz News reserves the right to edit
any letter for clarity and length, and to refuse publication of any letter or any part
of a letter that may contain profane language, libelous statements, personal
attacks, or unsubstantiated statements.
Not all letters are guaranteed publication upon submission. Published letters
do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Siletz News, tribal employees, or
Tribal Council.
Please type or write legibly. Letters longer than 450 words may be edited for
length as approved by Tribal Council Resolution #96-142.
Siletz News
P.O. Box 549
Siletz, OR 97380-0549
Please note: The general manager
of the Siletz Tribe is the editor-in-chief
of Siletz News.
2
To the editor:
As Miss Haskell 2005-2006, I re
cently attended the Pi-Ume-Sha Pow-Wow
in Warm Springs, Ore., and the Annual
Veteran’s Pow-Wow in Grand Ronde, Ore.
I would like to thank my Aunt Selene
Rilatos for paving the way to Warm
Springs. Also thanks to Susan Guerin for
letting us stay at her home. I am so glad I
was able to meet Susan’s family. They
showed love and kindness to my family
during our stay.
During Pi-Ume-Sha (June 24-26), I
had fun watching the hand games, the re
enactment of their treaty, and spending
time with my cousins. I met royalty from
all over the state of Oregon, danced many
intertribals, and enjoyed owl dancing.
Thanks to my cousins Tasha Rilatos
and Lynette Hibdon for being my pho
tographers for the weekend. Thanks to
Stanely “Buck” Smith, Warm Springs
Council vice-chairman, for letting me use
your vehicle for the parade.
There were over 250 veterans at the
Saturday afternoon session of the
•
Siletz News
•
Editor-in-Chief: Brenda Bremner
Editor: Diane Rodriquez
Assistant: Natasha Kavanaugh
August 2005
541-444-8291 or
1-800-922-1399, ext. 1291
Fax:541-444-2307
E-mail: pias@ctsi.nsn.us
Deadline for the September is
sue is Aug. 10. Submission of articles
and photos is encouraged. Please read
the Passages Policy on page 20 when
submitting items for Passages.
Member of the Native American
Journalists Association
May God bless everyone tenfold who
has helped me so far in my journey as
Miss Haskell. Hum’Chi-
Tiffany Stuart
Miss Haskell 2005-06
Haskell Indian Nations University
(Lawrence, Kan.)
www.haskell.edu
tiffany.stuart@haskell.edu
r-------------------------------------------------------
Siletz News is free to enrolled |
| Siletz Tribal members. For all others, |
| a $12 annual subscription fee applies. |
I Please make checks payable to CTSI |
I and mail to Siletz News.
•
I
। Name:.
I Address:
|
| Phone:|
Change of address: Tribal mem- |
| bers - call the Enrollment Department |
। at 541-444-8258 or 1-800-922-1399, |
| ext. 1258; all others - call the news- |
| paper office.
v------------------------------------------------------- ;