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Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, Ore. Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Letters to the Editor
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No resources?
Recently I noticed on the back
fender of the JOCO Sheriff’s SUV
the Phrase “Earning your trust” and
I thought whose trust is he earning,
because it is not mine. Since the po-
lice levy failed a lot of calls for help
have gone unanswered. Recently a
local bar was robbed. The culprit
was caught on camera committing
the crime, some of the patrons of the
bar subdued the suspect and took the
money back from him and held him
for police. Upon contacting the po-
lice they were told to let him go due
to lack of resources. This is just one
of many stories like this in the valley.
Meth and heroin addiction have risen
to epidemic proportion but there are
no resources to deal with this prob-
lem as we are told.
With all the lack of resources
one has to wonder how for the last 3
weeks a virtual swarm of state patrol
cars have been running 199 from Sel-
ma to O’Brien. I have heard as many
as 20 but I personally counted 6 on a
2 mile stretch south of Cave Junction.
The same day while in Cave Junction
5 JOCO patrol vehicles went through
town. By my count that is at least 11
officers on the beat and we still have
no resources to fight crime. So my
question is this: If there are no re-
sources to deal with the meth, heroin,
theft, assaults and even armed inva-
sions, how can they drag up 50 cops
10 dump trucks and an excavator to
go dig up legally grown medicine not
to mention prosecution and imprison-
ment of the culprits?
In conclusion, a thought for the
would be thieves. If there are no cops
to protect us from the criminals then
there are no cops to protect the crimi-
nals from us.
D. Korel
Cave Junction
Dear Editor,
Thanks for you editorial con-
cerning the Cannabis plant, marijua-
na, hemp and whatever other name
you care to give to the most useful
plant known to mankind.
Without hemp sails and ropes
the transatlantic crossings from Eu-
rope to the New World would not
have been possible. During Colonial
times farmers were required to grow
hemp and taxes were paid with hemp.
George Washington said: “Plant
hemp everywhere for the good of the
nation” Thomas Jefferson sent agents
over to China in order to procure a
superior variety of hemp. Hemp is as
American as apple pie, and is a big
part of our heritage. The prohibition-
ist interests have no right to deprive
us, the last few generations of Ameri-
cans born after 1938, of our heritage.
Hemp has been in cultivation for
over 10,000 years, products include:
superior seed oil, high quality cel-
lulose fiber, high quality textiles and
rope, seeds are an excellent source of
protein, leaves and flowers for medi-
cine. There are thousands of products
to be made from this most valuable
resource, Our forefathers knew, they
also gave us the Constitution and Bill
Of Rights. Another part of our heri-
tage we are rapidly losing to those
who would have this nation turned
into a police state...the same people
who brought you the “War on Drugs”
and random traffic stops and check
points...and the loss of our Civil Lib-
erties and....a viable hemp industry
producing plastics, insulation, fuel,
structural building materials, textiles,
ropes, oil, soap, paper and medicine.
Competing with the oil, paper, chem-
ical, and pharmaceutical interests.
Follow the money 1938 hemp set to
become $1 billion crop.... same year
as the Marijuana Tax Act.
Keep up the good work...
Love,
Leo Goodman
Takilma
To the Editor,
Again the Hanby neighbor-
hood has outdone itself on Hallow-
een, making a safe, exciting place
for families to Trick or Treat, and
again they were overwhelmed with
little goblins. Thank you to the whole
neighborhood for your spirit of com-
munity. The displays were awesome,
and the level of participation made it
tremendous fun.
But this has got to be expensive!
Come on parents, let’s help them keep
it up! My family would certainly do-
nate a few bags of candy to share out
among the kids. If there’s a neighbor-
hood meeting next September, I’ll
be there with a donation for candy
and decorations. Thank you Hanby
Neighborhood! -
Kate Dwyer
Takilma
Obituaries
Marion Elizabeth Yelcich, age
83 , of Selma, died Tuesday, October 29, 2013
at her home.
A graveside service will be at 11:00 a.m.,
Friday, November 8, 2013 at Deer Creek Cem-
etery. Hull & Hull Funeral Directors are in
charge of arrangements.
Please sign the family guest book at www.
since1928hull.com.
Marion was born September 9, 1930 in Ox-
ford, New York. In 1998 she moved from Cali-
fornia to Selma.
Marion especially loved her family. She
was Nana to many. She enjoyed taking care of
children and they loved to hang out at her home.
She loved her pets and it was not unusual for
her to take in a homeless dog or cat. She was
always there to help. Marion loved to bowl and
was active on a Caveman Bowl league from
2000 to 2006.
Survivors include her daughter, Lori
LaFlamme; son-in-law, Carl LaFlamme; and
grandchildren, Mason LaFlamme and Alex-
andra LaFlamme all of Selma; a sister, Emma
Jean of Ohio and a niece, Judy Nagle of Temple
City, California.
Carmen R. Tucker, age 89 , of
Grants Pass, died Sunday, October 20, 2013 at
Haven House.
Family services were held. Illinois Valley
Funeral Directors are in charge of arrange-
ments.
Please sign the family guest book at www.
since1928hull.com.
Remembrances may be made to the Ameri-
can Cancer Society, 31 W 6th Street, Medford,
Oregon 97501.
Carmen was born December 2, 1923 in Gua-
dalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. The daughter of Car-
men Hodi Valles & Luis de la Torriente she was
the youngest of nine children with seven broth-
ers and one sister. In 1934 she moved to the
United States and became a naturalized United
States citizen in 1952. On February 16, 1946
in Los Angeles, California she married Frank
Tucker. Carmen was a stay at home mom who
went above and beyond the title. In 1983 she
moved from Long Beach, California to Cave
Junction.
She enjoyed cooking and always wanted
to feed anyone who stepped through the door.
Thru the years her favorite pastimes included
dancing, sewing, gardening, card games, and
crossword puzzles. She had an appreciation of
animals, birds, and all of Nature. She enjoyed
making people laugh which included making
funny faces for grandchildren and family.
Survivors include two daughters, Marilyn
Fasulo of Las Vegas, Nevada, Sandy Wardell
of Mount Vernon, Washington; a son, Danny
Tucker of Cave Junction, Oregon; seven grand-
children; and seven great-grandchildren; and
two great-great-grandchildren.
Preceding her in death was her husband,
Frank Tucker.
Jarred Quinn Houston, age 21 ,
of Cave Junction entered the gates of Heaven,
Wednesday, October 30, 2013
Jarred was born in Portland on December
2, 1991 and is the son of Laurie Houston and
Aaron Henson of Cave Junction.
Jarred moved to Cave Junction in 1993 and
attended Evergreen Elementary, Lorna Byrne
and graduated from I.V.H.S in 2010. Jarred was
a wrestler and played football as well. He loved
UFC Mixed Martial Arts fighting, being out
doors, hiking, snowboarding, spending time at
the river and his mother’s cooking. Jarred was
an incredibly talented artist.
Jarred worked for Greyback Forestry, and
was employed at Taylor’s Sausage Inc. in Cave
Junction at the time of his death.
Jarred was an amazing son, brother and
friend to all that knew him. He is survived by
his parents Laurie Houston and Aaron Henson;
grandmother Mary Yandell, brothers Daniel
Houston and Trent Jensen; sisters Sarah Hous-
ton and Carly Jensen, all of Cave Junction, and
the love of his life, Morgan Brown.
A memorial service will be held Saturday,
November 9 at the IVHS Gymnasium at 625
E. River St. in Cave Junction from 1 p.m. to 3
p.m. with private interment at Laurel Cemetery.
Illinois Valley Funeral Directors are in charge
of arrangements.
Memorial contributions can be made at any
Washington Federal Bank in Jarred’s name.
Floral arrangements can be delivered Satur-
day before noon to IVHS.
Jarred Quinn Houston
I llInoIs V alley F uneral D Irectors
www.since1928Hull.com
Save the Nov. date
6
Young Master Gardeners are meeting at the I.V. Library to
investigate the inner workings of leaves and how they “change”
colors on Wednesday, Nov. 6 at 2:30 and 3:30 p.m.
JoCo Library Cave Junction Branch. TED Talks: Endan-
gered Cultures Wednesday, November 6, 6-8 p.m. Join us for a
presentation of films, photos and a discussion led by Barry Snit-
kin.
FREE Health Talk Parenting with Love and Logic: learn
strategies to help improve parenting skills. Wednesday, Novem-
ber 6th, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Evergreen Elementary School: 520
W. River St., Cave Junction. Led by Jody Conrad M.S. School
Psycologist. Presented by Healthy U: 541-592-4888 or www.
healthyucenter.org FREE!
“how-to”, Two Angry Moms chronicles the efforts of leaders in
the better school food movement as they take on the system na-
tionwide. FREE!
Get an early start to your Christmas shopping Friday Nov.
8 and Saturday Nov. 9 at the Christmas Bazaar being held from
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Senior Center, 520 E. River St. Yummy
Christmas goodies will also be available for purchase, freeze
‘em and make your holidays a breeze!
Nov. 9
Glen Morrison Post 70 American Legion November 9, Jubi-
lee Park Pavilion Illinois Valley Veterans Stand-down 8:00 a.m.
till ? All veterans who have served must have proof of military
service. There will be a doctor, haircuts, councilors present to
help with most any problem. Food, clothes, sleeping gear and
boots.
Nov.7
“SMILE Science and Math Family Night” at Evergreen El-
ementary on Thursday, Nov. 7 from 6-7:30 pm. “SMILE (Sci-
ence and Math Investigative Learning Experiences) Science and
Math Family Night” brings students, staff and families from our
elementary, middle and high school together to explore challeng-
ing hands-on activities in the areas of science and math.
Nov.8
JoCo Library Cave Junction Branch. Intro to Computing
Friday, November 8, 10-10:30 a.m. Local computer expert Chris
Funk will start his three-part computer series with an introduc-
tion to the basics on a computer.
FREE Movie Night Two Angry Moms - Fighting For The
Health of America’s Children Friday, November 8th, 6:30-8:00
p.m. at Healthy U-535 E. River St., Cave Junction (in the very
back of the I.V. Family Resource Building). Part exposé, part
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6th Annual Acorn Festival and Scarecrow Contest will be
held at the Selma Community Center at 18255 Redwood Hwy
in Selma from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Learn how to process and cook
with acorns. Fun and educational activities for kids and adults
alike.
Scarecrow contest enter to win a $100 first prize. Voting ends
at 4 p.m.
5 p.m. potluck dinner. Hosted by the Cultural & Ecological
Enhancement Network ( CEEN) Call Suzanne at 541-291-8860
for more details.
Nov. 15
Retirement send off party! A pot luck dinner is being held
for Jannie Heller Nov. 15 at the Selma Center from 5 p.m. - 7:30
p.m. Everyone is welcome students, co-workers, family and
friends see you then.
Nov. 16
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IV Cheer invites you to its 1st breast cancer awareness
Zumba-Thon, Sat. Nov. 16 at IVHS. To sign up call Bobbi
Loyd I.V. High Cheer Coach (541) 659-2028 FAX TO (541)
592-4853.
The Spiral Living Center will present a delicious Local
Foods Dinner, silent auction, music and a short talk on the his-
tory of farming in the Valley on Saturday, November 16th, at the
Illinois Valley Senior Center, 520 East River Street. The event
will begin at 5:30 p.m. Proceeds from this event will allow Spiral
Living Center to continue to offer programs such as the IV Farm
and Garden Festival, other free skill-share events, bicycle repair,
and gleaned produce to people in the Illinois Valley. The dinner
feast consists of many courses of locally grown, harvested or
gathered food. Advance Tickets are available for $12 each or 2
for $20, or you may purchase unsold tickets at the door for $15
each. Contact SLC Director Debbie Lukas (541) 592-3386, or
send check to Spiral Living Center, PO Box 2093 Cave Junction,
OR 97523. Paypal is accepted via the website www.spiralliving.
org. Donations of cash, auction items and food are welcome!
The annual Illinois Valley Stream School, offering free
presentations and demonstrations, will take place Saturday, No-
vember 16 from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the Selma Community
and Education Center, 18255 Redwood Hwy. in Selma. Southern
Oregon landowners are invited to discuss streams, erosion, irri-
gation and water rights, riparian areas, and more.
I.V. Watershed Council and I.V. Soil and Water Conservation
District are sponsoring the event, with the goal of connecting
residents with ideas for caring for their waterways and develop-
ing productive uses. Pre-registration is required by Wednesday,
November 13 for this limited seating event. For information, go
to www.ivstreamteam.org/stream-school-workshop or call 541-
592-3731 to register.
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