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Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, OR Wednesday, August 20, 2003 Page 8 Dykeman (Continued from page 1) lowed to cut our fingers.” Because she went through a special cere- mony to become a “blood sister,” the Blackfeet ac- cepted her request to return to the tribe with an honor- ary membership. The Blackfeet Nation is one of 562 federally rec- ognized tribal entities in the United States. The Blackfeet reservation -- called “Blackfeet” because of the black hue on their moccasins -- is located on 1.5 million acres in North- western Montana and is home to 7,500 of nearly 14,700 members, accord- ing to the tribe’s Web site, www.blackfeetnation.com. Many of its members also live in the Pacific North- west. When he learned about the honor, Dykeman’s son, Matthew “Shadow Walker” Benjamin, 45, of Fairfield, Conn. drove to Cave Junction to pick up Dykeman’s husband, Jim - - who has Cherokee Indian in his bloodline-- and take him on the journey to ac- cept the honorary member- ship in her place. They presented sage and six trees as a gift to the tribe when they accepted Dykeman’s membership in a ceremony on Aug. 5. The membership cer- tificate, which she now proudly hangs in her hall- way in her CJ home, states in part: “As a child she was part of our community and now wishes to re- turn ... She has the right to return at her convenience.” The certificate, signed by Chief Earl Old Person, hangs alongside a shadow box that includes an eagle feather, American flag and a flag from the Blackfeet Nation. Dykeman, sparrow thin but strong, and with very short hair from her cancer treatments, said she was speechless and tearful for 10 minutes as she stared at the certificate. “I was honored and kind of flabbergasted,” she said. “It was an honor even for my husband. He learned he can also be- come an honorary Black- foot Indian if he wants to go through ceremony.” She said it was espe- cially sweet that her son, who she was reunited with in 1998 after giving him up for adoption as a baby, was able to participate in the ceremony. Despite her cancer, Dykeman said her Ameri- can Indian ways of life will live on in her family long after she is gone as her grandchildren are learning Native American tradi- tions. This book presented by Senior Library Specialist Jennifer Berubee and is available at the I.V. Library. Phone 592-3581 for more information. (Public service announcement) ‘It’s Not Fair’ Author: Deborah Hautzig - Illustrator: Tom Leigh Ages: 2 to 5 Bert and Ernie start a lemonade stand but Bert ends up doing all the work and Ernie gets all the credit and has all the fun, but he makes it up to Bert when he realizes his mistake. Reminder: Illinois Valley schools start on Tuesday, Sept. 2. Watch for flashing red lights and youthful pedestrians. I.V. Chamber of Commerce Mixer SHINY AND NEW - New lockers and a new stage await LBMS students. Wednesday, Aug. 20 Burglars hit more CJ targets ... 4:30 to 6 p.m. (Continued from page 1) ger side window rolled down slightly, because whoever broke in gained access by pushing the win- dow all the way to the side, removing the screen and then unlocking the door. Except for an unmade bed and a few opened cup- boards, nothing seemed to have been damaged inside, he noted. Campbell said he then noticed the items that had been taken which include a 13” TV from the bedroom area, the vacuum, clock, VCR, and other items. A pillowcase was also taken, likely used to carry these items away. In addition, the suspect (s), also tried unsuccess- fully to remove a 20” built- in TV in the front part of the RV. Campbell said he thinks that is likely why the same burglars returned late Sunday night or early Monday morning, Aug. 17 and 18 to again try to re- move the large TV. “They were probably interrupted the first time or didn’t want to spend the time (to remove it),” he said. This time the suspect (s) threw large rocks at the windshield and also at the driver’s side window to gain access inside. Two new inverters, a CB radio and CD player were stolen, but the bur- glars again were unsuc- cessful in trying to get the TV, Campbell said. “They tore up stuff up pretty bad,” he said, noting the cupboards had been rummaged through and stuff had been strewn about. Sheriff’s deputies re- sponded to both of Camp- bell’s calls. No fingerprints were taken after the first bur- glary, but a brown “Starter” baseball cap that was left at the scene was given to Deputy Mario Torres, who answered the call, Campbell said. Fingerprints were taken after the second inci- dent from a knife at the scene and also from a bent potato peeler that appeared to be used to try and take the radio from the dashboard, he added. “I know our people are working on leads,” said Sheriff Dave Daniel. “I don’t want to jeopardize any investigations. A num- ber of citizens have come forward with leads and even some names.” Campbell said if depu- ties were to drive around the park at night like they used to, it might dissuade vandals and burglars from entering the park. “That’s what we need,” he said, adding it might also be helpful to have more park security where the RVs are parked, such as a fence around the vehicles. Dan Bailey, park man- ager, said that there is an overhead motion detector light in the RV area, but the vehicles are not en- closed in any way. The couple also noted they are particularly wor- ried about the several older single women living in the park. And some sort of police or security patrols after midnight are defi- nitely needed, he said. “We have to do some- thing,” Campbell said, adding he would be willing to participate in a citizens’ watch program if one were to be established in town. Oregon Caves Chateau With reception immediately following Complimentary tour of the Oregon Caves for Chamber Members Special dinner price for Chamber Members For more information phone 592-3326 Support the merchants who advertise in the ‘Illinois Valley News’ Cave Junction Family Medicine Expanding Our Services = Expanding Your Options Jim Nordal, MD welcomes Carolyn Litak, MS, PA-C Your choice: Large Ultimate Meat (Italian Salami, Canadian Bacon, Pepperoni, Linguicia, Italian Sausage & Ground Beef) or Large Ultimate Veggie (Mushrooms, Olives, Onions, Bell Peppers, Garlic, Pineapple, Tomatoes & Artichoke Hearts - add $1) (Cooked or Take ‘N’ Bake) ONLY $13.95 Delivery only $1 more! Carolyn graduated from the Yale Medical School Physician Associate program, and has been dedicated to providing quality health care in the Illinois Valley for the past five years. In this new association with Jim, who is celebrating ten years here, she will be available on a regular basis, by appointment, for Women’s Health Care, adolescent medicine, and general family practice. Cave Junction Family medicine is still accepting new patients. Phone (541) 592-5099