Page 4 April 20, 1990
Warm Springs, Oregon
Spilyay Tymoo
Editorial
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(The way it is)
Letters to the Editor
"Spilyay Speaks"
Elliot Palmer Post reviews meeting notes
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The Old Growth timber seems
to be one of the hottest items of
discussion today. Who's to say
what's right and what's wrong.
What would the most fitting
solution on a situtation such as
this be? Both sides have Icgite
ment arguments for survival.
Should we all say, "Let's give
the little Hoot-the-Boot,M and
let it go at that. ..or should we
say, "Let's not lose our bowels
over some small owls?"
There are thousands of fami
lies who depend on the timber
industry for their livlihood. To
close the timber industry would
hurt all these people who depend
on this for a living. What is the
best solution or is there a solu
tion for an issue such as this.. .should we let the spotted owi survive
and save the old growth timber.. .or give the loggers and sawmill
workers a chance to make a living for their families.
Like everything else, there is just so much of everything to go
around in the world and sooner or later it will become extinct.
Let's face it, in the early days men went out and slottered the
buffalo for the sport of it and today it's a rare site to see a small
herd of buffaloes. What about Crist of Wisconsin, who is fighting
against Indian Treaty Rights to take fish. He could care less what
happens to the Walleye fish just as long as the sportsmen get all the
fish. He even sells beer, called Treaty Beer, with proceeds from
beer sales going toward the fight against Treaty Rights.
When this country was new and homes were needed, the
woodsmen cut out the timber in the Great Lakes area and they
already had their eyes on the northwest timber. It's a good thing
Teddy Roosevelt placed millions of acres of timber lands under the
U.S. Forest Service as National Parks. If that hadn't happened, we
probably would have already been out of timber today.
Let's face it, the timber lands are not what they used to be like
just a few years ago. Many areas are turning to small log operation
because of the depletion of timber. Some of the biggest timber
producing towns are becoming less and less notable for their
output of lumber. M ills are closing down in all parts of the logging
areas and now who has to take it on the chin? The little Spotted
Owl, or the loggers? At the present time studies are being con
ducted to see what the best solution to the problem is if there is any.
E Coosh EEwah Ta-mun-wit.
10 the Editor,
Five members of the VFW Elli
ott Palmer Post 1472 and Auxil
iary met February 13 and discussed
the VFW building and lack of
interest in the VFW. However,
additional members attended the
February 27 meeting. Members
agreed to encourage all Veterans to
attend the meetings and event spon
sored by the VFW. The local Post
will include veterans from Viet
Nam, Korea and those who gave a
part of their lives in the U.S. and
the Indian Veterans Association.
The hope of all was to join all Vets
for a more productive and harmon
ious organization for the better
ment of all who have fought for our
freedom.
Discussion was held on the lease
of the building and it seemed to
read we were leasing from the BI A
rather than the Tribe. Wording in
the lease caused some worry, so
Spud and Jody were to confer
further before signing. Jody ex
plained that he has been giving
permission for use of our building
with the understanding that those
who were using the building were
liable in the event of any mishap.
This was done as someone had to
take the responsibility and we are
receiving more requests.
Being Indian is....
Being Indian is loving "frybread" and corn syrup.
Being Indian is being broke all summer because you try
to make every powwow around.
Being Indian is having your non-Indian spouse dancing
in full regalia at your tribal powwow.
Being Indian is not laughing at your children when they
mispronounce words in your tribal tongue.
Being Indian is feeling Gray Wolf, Thunder Chief and
Pretty Weasel are more beautiful names than Smith, Brown,
Jones or Johnson.
Being Indian js paying 15 to 25 bucks each for eagle tail
feathers.
Being Indian is cutting off your cast after two weeks
because it is in the way and isn't needed anyway.
Being Indian is driving an "Indian car"..."tuuufff!
Being Indian is making the best tasting "frybread" from
commodities.
Being Indian is hard.
Being Indian is great.
Being Indian is beautiful.
Being Indian is forever.
Reprinted from the Klamath Newsletter.
At the March 28 meeting, Allen
Langley, Sam Danzuka, Spud
Langnese, Ross Kalama, Jr., Gene
Greene, Louis Aripa, Nelson
Zumont, Jean Danzuka, Mary
Danzuka, Nancy Johnson, Beulah
Calica and Caroline Tohet were
present. Guests were Gary Wahpat
and Karen Broncheau. This was
potluck night so everyone had an
enjoyable meal before meeting.
March meetings brought encour
agement from many sources. At
tendance has picked up and the
important February decision to
consolidate forces is on the roll.
Regarding the building, it was re
ported that since the lease was on a
BI A form, it will be renegotiated to
lease from the Tribe. Spud and
Ross reported that they have taken
upon themselves to sign ud and
start a VFW Babe Ruth team this
year. Bingo nights and holding a
Pi-Ume-Sha feed were other activi
ties suggested. Agreement was made
that a bicycle will be donated toward
the Pi-Ume-Sha raffle with cost
divided between the Post and Aux
iliary. Mary and Nancy were ap
pointed to seek the bike. VFW
membership was discussed in re
gards to qualifications to be a
member whether it be on foreign or
native soil. The understanding that
we, as an Indian tribe, honor all
who left their native homeland (the
reservation) to serve and train in an
armed services whether it be Army,
Navy, Marines, Air Force, Green
Berets, etc. There are over 300 ser
vicemen on the Warm Springs
reservation today and we need a
complete listing for consolidation
purposes.
Next reported was that one of
our own comrades, Alvin Smith,
has been appointed by the Pi-Ume-Sha
committee as the grand mar
shall of the parade this year. Con
gratulations, Alvin. We're all very
proud of you. It was recommended
that the rest of the elder comrades
could ride in a truck behind Alvin
and the younger servicemen march
in uniform (if they have one) in the
parade behind the truck, Wouldn't
this be a dream!! So, prepare all
you vets. Another project the Post
and Auxiliary is developing is hang
ing photographs of any and all ser
vicemen on the walls of the VFW
building. So, we are requesting
prints from anyone who has a pic
ture of someone in a uniform. Also
include a photo of them as a young
ster if you can. We would appre
ciate this very much.
The next meeting for the Post
and Auxiliary is Tuesday, April 24
beginning at 7 p.m. This is potluck
night, so everyone is encouraged to
bring a dish to share. We really had
a fun time at the last potluck dinner
and so we would like to invite eve
ryone to come to the next meeting.
Beulah Calica, Secretary
VFW Ladies Auxiliary
Love expresed for mother
Happy Birthday to
Warm Springs Elementary Calandar
April 30 Awards Assembly begins at 9 a.m.
May 15 Second Grade Natural Resource Tour Bear
Springs
May 16 Third Grade Natural Resource Tour Steven
son's Ponds
May 17 Fourth Grade Natural Resource Tour HeHe
Butte
May 28 Memorial Day Holiday No School
Toe Ness
Dr. Jones: "Young Woman, I'd like to give you a thorough
examination."
Jane: "But Dr. Tom found me perfect in every way last week."
Dr:"Sohetoldme."YIKES
SS SS SS
"How is it I find you kissing the cook?" asked the wife
Husband: "AhL.I don't know, unless it's because you're wearing
sneakers." YIKES
SS SS SS
Clyde complained to another farm hand that he couldn't get to
sleep at night.
His friend: "Whyncha try counting sheep!"
That night Clyde decided to take his friend's advice and began
counting, "One, two, three, four, sweetheart, six, seven..." YIKES
SS SS SS
Judge: "This court finds you not guilty of rustling."
Rustler: Oh, thank you, your honor. Does this mean I get to keep
the horse." YIKES
SS SS SS
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on party line
To the Editor,
I am an elder who is moving
back to my home in Simnasho. The
problem I am having is someone is
tying up the party line on the tele
phone. When this person is not
using the phone they play Indian
and modern music on the line.
There are several of us elders
who live in the area and may need
to use the phone for emergency
problems. As it is, I travel to the
fire station and make a call if I
really have to. But I shouldn't have
to if I have a telephone in my home
and paying for it.
So please, if you are that person
doing this.. .consider us who might
need to call the hospital or some
thing. Sincerely,
Inez Calica
To my Dear Mother Elvina:
I really felt it upon my heart to
write an article to you because
Mom, I love you. First off, "Happy
one year anniversary" to your com
plete recovery. It has been exactly
one year, on the 24th of this month,
when you were raised up from your
death bed.
And all the glory and credit goes
to our wonderful Christ Jesus, it
was "Him" who kept His hands
upon you. He's such a merciful sav
ior, and I had promised to continue
serving Him, the remainder of my
life, for keeping you with "us child
ren," longer.
You are a "miracle" Mom, and
hoped it would open all of our eyes
as such. I know all the family is
grateful for your recovery. If it
wasn't for every bodys' prayers, you
may have been "home" in the pres
ence of our Lord and with our
father, (natural) But glory to God,
you're as good as new. So give God
all the glory.
I love you so very much, Mom
and I'll always use you as a testim
ony. So, family, when you see our
Mom, give her a hug and let her
know you're grateful! I wished I
was home to celebrate with you but
as you know we're both working
now. ' :
"You'll always be in my daily
prayers Mom."
"May our heavenly Father keep
his ever loving hands upon you,
daily."
"We, the family, love you very
much Mom."
All our love to you,
Daughter Susan
Son-in-law Lupe,
Grandkids Lil Elvina, Splash,
Gilbert of Mt. Vernon, Wash.
Elvina Switzler
FOCO focuses on preserving resources
Robert McKlnley
who is 12 years old!
Love from your aunts
Iva, Joyce, Madeline and
Ester
Nanas Rosa, Jessica and.
Debbie
Yayas Toot, Aaron, Buzzy
and Waldon
Grandmothers Stella and
April
And Parents Teddy Bear
and Inez
The family would like to invite
friends and family to the Warm
Springs Shaker Church for
cake and ice cream April 29 at
noon.
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libelous statements.
A citizen's group concerned with
uncontrolled growth and its affect
on the quality of life in Central
Oregon has been formed under the
name of Friends Of Central Oregon
(FOCO). At a March 28 meeting,
officers were elected, a mission
statement was drafted, and three
projects were cited for immediate
concern.
FOCO's mission statement reads:
"The intent of this grass roots
organization is to preserve the nat
ural resources, beauty and quality
of living Central Oregonians enjoy.
We acknowledge the trend toward
economic diversification but believe
in controlled, environmentaly re
sponsible growth."
Projects targeted for immediate
attention are: the 800 acre pro
posed industrial site northeast of
Bend; the Parkway highway diver
sion and the Cascades Highlands
destination resort west of Bend.
Citizen groups from Sisters and
LaPine brought up issues concern
ing their communities and it was
Happy Birthday
Waldon!
Your wife and family loves
you dearly
agreed that FOCO is not solely a
Bend organization but a group
with county-wide concerns.
Ann Barth was elected chairman
of the organization. For more info
ramtion, you can call 388-9710 or
write P0 Box 7494, Bend, OR
97708.
Tribal Council Agenda
Monday, April 23 Tribal Council Meeting
9 a.m. Business
10 a.m. Indian Health Service Quarterly Report
1:30 p.m. Mark PhillipsConference Call
2 p.m. To Be Scheduled Items
Tuesday, April 24 Tribal Council Meeting
9 a.m. Business
9:30 a.m. Warm Springs Apparel Industry Board
Report
1:30 p.m. Enrollments
2 p.m. Adoptions
Wednesday, April 25 Tribal Council Meeting
9 a.m. Business
9:30 a.m. Goodwill Games Update
11 a.m. Appellate JudgeCommitteeBoard Selec
tions 1:30 p.m. Columbia Rivewr Gorge Management
Plan
3 p.m. Culture and Heritage Documentation
Thursday, April 26 Geothermal Workshop in Portland
Monday, April 30 Tribal Council Meeting
9 a.m. Business
9:30 a.m. Sherars Bridge Briefing
1:30 p.m. Mark PhillipsConference Call
2 p.m. Financial Forecast