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Page 2 Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, OR Wednesday, April 21, 2004 Sorting through 30 boxes of accumulated volumes in preparation for a yard sale was one for the books. In fact, Jan and I felt as though someone had thrown the book at us, so to speak. After sorting through quite a few of the dusty tomes, deciding which to keep for various sappy sen- timental reasons, or because we might actually learn something, I needed a break. As is my custom, this involved working on the checkbook while watching an uplifting, highly intel- lectual video. In this case, a few episodes of “The Three Stooges.” Nothing like scholarly works to keep the old brain sharp. Some have said that I tend to identify closely with characters such as the “Stooges,” but I don’t believe it. Anyway, hitting the books with an eye to winnow- ing our vast (some would say half-vast) collection was fun. That is, for those who think that pulling fish hooks out of their fingers is entertaining. One slight difficulty with the book sorting was that “Bubba” the monster cat, and doggies “Bingo” and “Rocky” wanted to help. They did this by wandering in and out of the stacks of books, and getting underfoot with great skill. They seemed attracted by the aromas of the boxes, which we’ve kept stored for, oh, maybe the last eight years. Despite their assistance, the work proceeded fairly well, although we never did completely finish it. The problem was that Saturday morning arrived much sooner than it ever has before, so we just put out the books we’d managed to review. Like most folks, our chore also was hampered be- cause we kept stopping to read parts of the books to see if we really wanted to discard them. In addition, with the cat and dogs bumping into the separated stacks, looking hopeful that we’d stop working and play with them, the job just went more slowly that anticipated. And Jan finally had to tell me to stop imitating Curly by making “Wooo, wooo” noises whenever I managed to place a book into the “sell” pile. Not that I identify with the “Stooges,” but for some reason I slapped her on the forehead; shouted, “Nyuck, nyuck, nyuck” and called her a wise guy. Maybe that’s one for the books too. Prevents injuries. Here’s how: Massage brings increased circulation to you muscles, sending oxygen to the cells. Stretching the muscles brings flexibility. An oxygenated, flexible muscle can move better, bending rather than tearing, helping you work without pain or injury. Regular massage helps keep muscles limber and healthy. Phone for more information or for an appointment. Reasonable rates. (Editor’s Note: Views and commentary expressed in let- ters to the editor are strictly those of the letter-writers. * * * Typed, double-spaced letters are acceptable for con- sideration. Hand-written let- ters that are double-spaced and highly legible also can be considered for publication. Cards of thanks are not accepted as letters.) * * * Appreciate help From Jenny and Dennis Peters Cave Junction My son and I appreci- ate everyone involved in assisting us after we hit a deer and crashed our be- loved pickup truck. We want to note Illi- nois Valley Fire District, American Medical Re- sponse, Oregon State Po- lice, “Illinois Valley News,” Don Young, Three Rivers Community Hospi- tal, and my fellow crew members at Oregon Caves Chevron. We especially appreci- ate EMT “Darren,” who heard the crash and found us. We’re forever grateful. Lost ‘Flower Children’ From Dodie Vandermark Selma The people who work at the Illinois Valley Open Door in Selma have been very sad since March 31, when one of our dogs was taken out of her yard. We have had two fe- male dogs since they were babies, “Tulip” and “Petunia.” We called them the “Flower Children.” The night of March 31, someone opened a gate and let them out. They took “Petunia” and left “Tulip” to run. The girls are never apart from each other. When you see one, the other is there. I have driven around looking for “Tulip,” hoping I would find she had only gotten lost, but since I saw no trace of her, I know some- one must have taken her. I will ask no questions, and there is a reward for her safe return. It is time for her shots and heart- worm medication. If anyone can help, we will feel complete that Pe- tunia is home where she belongs. gers of illegal underage drinking. They will range from educational speakers in schools who encourage students to stand up to peer pressure, to materials to help parents talk to their children about alcohol. These responsibility efforts, with the efforts of parents, teachers, youth and community leaders, have contributed to the steady decline in illegal underage drinking and drunken driving during the past two decades. Voting power From William Schneider Cave Junction The heart-wrenching show I’m sure many saw recently on PBS, “The Ghosts of Rawanda,” laid bare and hammered home the apathy and disregard for human suffering dis- played by governments throughout the world, and what the lack of a cohesive representative government can breed. When I see the mad- ness in the world and the slow but steady disintegra- tion of our rights and liber- ties here at home, I search desperately for ways that we, the individual people, can make a real change. Two things at the very least: Love thy neighbor and vote. What is it about our Pinios - Gadberry engaged Kerby residents George and Annie Pinios announce the engagement and forthcoming wedding of their daughter, Pauline Pinios, of Fortuna, Calif. to Mike Gadberry, also of Fortuna. A wedding date will be an- nounced. The prospective bride is a 1977 graduate of Illinois Valley High School. Gadberry, a Ferndale High School graduate, is a timber faller. (Photo provided) If you want a place in the Sun, you must leave the shade of the family tree. - Osage saying - (Continued on page 3) EXCAVATION SERVICES: *Grading *Leveling *Road Building/Repair & Improvement WILDFIRE HAZARD MITIGATION: *Brush Removal *Tree Thinning *Tree Removal *FREE Risk Assessment & Prevention Profile STATEMENT OF BUSINESS PRINCIPLES 1. 2. 3. SALVAGE CONSULTANT: *Property Enhancement *Trash Removal *Material Hauling *Expert Advice *Problem Solving 4. 5. PROJECT MANAGEMENT Customer Service Phone calls returned promptly Projects started and completed on time* (Subject to conditions) Expert Service Fair days work, for fair days pay Alcohol awareness Illinois Valley News An Independent Weekly Newspaper Co-owned and published by Robert R. (Bob) and Jan Rodriguez Bob Rodriguez, Editor El Jefe Entered as second class matter June 11, 1937 at Post Office as Official Newspaper for Josephine County and Josephine County Three Rivers School District, published at 321 S. Redwood Hwy., Cave Junction, OR 97523 Periodicals postage paid at Cave Junction, OR 97523 Post Office Box 1370 USPS 258-820 Telephone (541) 592-2541, FAX (541) 592-4330 Volume 66, No. 5 Staff: Cindy Newton, Chris Robertson, Michelle Binker, Shane Welsh, Becky Loudon & Kacy Clement Member: Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association DEADLINES: News, Classified & Display Ads, Announcements & Letters From Steve Lytle Medford The fight to keep alco- hol out of the hands of our youth requires the tireless and positive efforts of each citizen of our community. That is why Gold River Distributing Co. is reminding everyone to pro- mote safety and responsi- bility by observing April as Alcohol Awareness Month. Beer wholesalers will be sponsoring many pro- grams designed to educate the public about the dan- Senior Nutrition Menu Sponsored by 3 P.M. FRIDAY (Classified ads & uncomplicated display ads can be accepted until Noon, Monday with an additional charge.) POLICY ON LETTERS: ‘Illinois Valley News’ welcomes letters to the editor provided they are of general interest, in good taste, legible and not libelous. All letters must be signed, using complete name, and contain the writer’s address and telephone number. The latter need not be published, but will be used to verify authenticity. The ‘News’ reserves the right to edit letters. One letter per person per month. Letters are used at the discretion of the publisher. Unpublished letters are neither acknowledged nor returned. A prepaid charge may be levied if a letter is inordinately long in the editor's opinion. POLICY ON “HERE, THERE & EVERYWHERE”, DISPLAY & CLAS- SIFIED ADS & NOTICES: All submissions must be hand delivered, faxed or e-mailed to us for publication. Submissions must be re- submitted each week if the item is to run for more than one week. SUBSCRIPTION RATES One year in Josephine County - $20.80 One year in Jackson and Douglas Counties - $24.40 One year in all other Oregon counties and out-of-state - $28 POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to P.O. Box 1370, Cave Junction, OR. 97523 (541) 592-2126, 474-5440 Meals are served in the CJ County Bldg. FRIDAY, APRIL 23 *Meat loaf with Creole sauce, sour cream & chive potatoes, steamed cabbage & carrots, bran rye bread, brownie MONDAY, APRIL 26 *Ham & scalloped pota- toes, glazed carrots, Oregon bean medley, seven grain bread, pineapple pistachio fluff WEDNESDAY, APRIL 28 *Vegetable lasagna, green peas, garden vegetable salad, garlic bread, apple cobbler Mild Spring Sausage Brockwurst - $2.49 lb. Taylor’s Sliced Ham - $2.99 lb. Pete’s ‘Rally Cap’ Wicked Ale - $4.99 + deposit EVENTS: *Thursday, April 22: Open Mic with Fred Epping UBA Dinner Special: Sirloin steak with mushroom marinara over pasta $8.95 *Friday, April 23: From Eureka, Singer/songwriter Eileen Hemphill-Haley - All originals Dinner Special: Fried oyster dinner - $7.95 Grilled Ahi steaks - $11.95 *Saturday, April 24: Southern Oregon Blues Band Acoustic sets ‘til 8 p.m. THEN ROCK!! Dinner Special: Chicken & andouillis jambalaya - $7.95 *Sunday, April 25: Dinner Special: Indian lamb curry (Rogan Josh) - $7.95 *Friday, April 30: J.D. Smith Celebration of song, solo performance *Saturday, May 1: Jen Ambrose Quartet