PAGE 4 October 18, 1991
Warm Springs, Oregon
Spilyay Tymoo
Editorial
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Letters to the Editor
"ty Spoolts" Thank you for making namegiving ceremony special
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The General Council meeting
set for October 22, 1991, in the
Agency Longhousc should prove
to be very interesting since the
announcement of the closure of
the Plywood Mill this coming
November. The main topic of the
meeting will be the WSFPI report
to the people which is scheduled
to start at 7:00 p.m.
With the present situation in
the timber industry which has
stirred up a lot of commotion just
recently. One of the big distur
bances is the lay-off of approxi
mately 114 men who will lose
their everyday jobs and a greater
percent of them will be tribal
members. One of the causes is
blamed on a sudden dip in the
timber market especially in the
Plywood area.This will definitely
have a big effect on the reservation with a little hope in sight in the near
future.
These General Council meetings are called for the benefit of all the
Tribal Members. They should attend these meetings and get the facts
there and not from hearing all sorts of rumors after each meeting as in
the past.
The General Council meetings should have top priority for every
one, where they can listen to the report and make statements regarding
their concern or they may offer suggestions that may have an effect on
problems. Who knows someone might have good ideas but are not
stepping foward to offer their remarks.There is a wide variety of
problems that need clarification in timbermatters. The timber industry
is one of the largest employers here on the reservation, with jobs in the
woods, trucking, and jobs in the mill after getting the logs there.
Remember it is your right to be heard of what you have in mind for
the future or perhaps some suggestions that may be considered in
dealing with the problems. The Tribal Councils efforts are there trying
to do what's right for the Tribes and all tribal members should take that
in consideration and plan to contribute input on these issues at the
meetings. Don't depend on just a hand full of individuals who do
attend the meetings all along. Remember the meeting will get underway
at 7:00 p.m. (NIGH) or MISH-UN-CHA1 1 1
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How privileges can be abused... At one time the Organization issued
special cards to be used to purchase lunches or meals for Clients or
Business Associates of the Confederated Tribes. These cards were
issued to all the supervisors throughout the Organization. Well,
everything seemed to work pretty well and went right as planned
where the supervisors would purchase lunch for his visitor. After a
while things started to get a little out of hand when there was a lunch
staff meeting with one of the departments, this went from one group
to another until finally there were so many lunch staff meetings you
couldn't shake a stick at all of them. In some large branches there were
many groups who were having lunch staff meetings, the Deschutes
Crossing, the River Room and the lodge dinning rooms were all filled
to where things sort of got out of hand. It appeared where some
branches depended on these cards for regular lunch purchasing rather
than furnishing their own, or for their clients, to a point where it was
sort-of like Ripping off the Tribes.
The over use of these cards created extra work processing payments
for the lunches of all the departments where it was decided to
discontinue the use of these cards. Today you don't see anymore staff
lunch meetings or you never see a department all having lunch
together. The supervisor is not the "Hot Shot" anymore and the group
can care less for their lunch staff meetings where in the past lunch was
provided.
Now when a Client or an Associate comes to do business the
supervisor has to put out and buy the lunch. In most cases the Client
is stuck with the ticket because of his expense account."HOW DID
THAT GRAB YOU?"...AHH-NAH-CHI-TOONM!
To the editor,
We would like to take the time to
thank everyone who was able to
attend our son Owen Danuka,
Jr.'s Indian name giving in White
Swan on September I9ih. He re
ceived the name Malasut, which is
passed down from his great grand
mother Fdith Sampson's side. He
also received his eagle feathers on
September 21st during the pow
wow. Violet Olncy also received a n
Indian name.
During this time we realized how
much our son was loved by his rela
tives from Oregon and Washing
ton, everyone was so giving and
unselfish. We understand how
much time and hard work went
into making sure everything was
done right and we can't ever thank
everyone enough for their gcreo
sity. We would especially like to
thank Lil Owen's grandma "Toot
sic"Danzuka and aunt Masamifor
all the time and hard work they put
into both these services, we could't
possibly list everything you did, as
always you both are greatly ap
preciated. His grandpa and grandma Ray
and Charlotte Shike for the help,
support, eagle feathers and contri
bution toward his name, and for
attending both his Indian name
giving and receiving of his eagle
feathers. Ray, Jr. and La na for tak
ing the time off from work to
Dog gone, please return
Would you please return by Chi
huahua? $25 reward for return of pet, if
he's in good health. Call 553-2529. No
questions asked.
attend his Indian name giving.
Lawrence for his tule mat, al
though you couldn't be there you
were in our thoughts. Jimmy and
Ncda Wesley for helping, taking
the time to attend and Neda's nice
words, and Jimmy Shike and
David for attending.
Lil Owen's great grandpa and
grandma Don and Edith Sampson
for the time, donation and help in
overseeing both these events. His
grandpa Bruce for making his
beautiful new traditional outfit.
Tuner, Smi, Alvis, Donald, Hopi
and James for helping and digging
the roots used for his dinner, and
aunt Kimiko for drying the meat
used on his highway.
Richard Walscy for preparing
his eagle feather bustle and danc
ing with him, Ronnie Walsey and
Bruce Sampson for dancing with
him, and Lea ndcr George for com
ing out to dance and give him the
dancing stick and bells.
Ronnie and Edith Walsey for
their contribution towards his In
dian name, and Eagle Spirit for
drumming.
Kenny Scabbyrobe and Black
Lodge for the special song they
gave to him when he received his
eagle feathers (he listens to it over
and over).
Pete, Shorty, Ella Jane, Johan
na Senator, Aletha Price, and
Betty Burke for their help. We
know everyone isn't listed, we
didn't forget you intentially we just
can't remember all your names,
you are all appreciated.
Again, thank you friends and
relatives for making it an unforget
table occasion for us as well as
Owen Jr.
Cod Bless you till,
Owen and Sandra Danzukt
Warm Springs, Oregon
"Awakening" set for October 1 7, 1 8
Dear resident,
You are cordially invited to
attend the womens conference
called, "The Awakening. "Thecon
ference will be held at the Warm
Springs community center. The
dates set for this are October 17 &
18, 1991. The times are 8 a.m.-5
p.m. on both days. On Thursday
an evening session has been set
from 5:30 p.m.-9:30 p.m., this is so
the younger people will be able to
participate, being as they are in
school during the day.
We are planning to have two
very dynamic keynote speakers
who are recognized on a national
level for the work that they do. We
are very happy to have these two
very busy women join us. We are
also very happy to have a group of
very good presenters join us for
this great event.
There will be activities such as a
fashion show, health screenine and
skits put on by the wellness com
mittee. Lunch will be served on
both days, snacks will also be
served. Thursdays lunch will be a
special treat for it is going to be a
"Men Hosted" lunch, they will
cook and serve our meal. Plus we
are planning other activities for
you to enjoy.
So make plans to attend, bring a
few friends also this is for all ot us
women. So don't miss out! I am
sure that you will be talking about
this for a long time.
If you have any questions please
call Denise at 553-329 1 or 3292, or
give Lucinda a call at 553-1361.
Registration is free!
Sincerely yours,
Denise Smith
Penitentiary powwow planned
Theft of purse opened eyes
To the Editor,
On October 10, 1991, I went
through a shocking experience, an
experience I learned a lot from
I went to Madras that morning
and I was all excited to thank my
son's birthday was coming up. I
though I'd get a few things early and
put them away for him for his birth
day. I walked into Ben Franklin's with
my best friend, we were walking
through the store looking here and
there for only 10 minutes when my
purse disappeared out of my cart We
hardly turned our backs. I couldn't
believe it.
I think back to the incident now
and I know who took my purse, but
what I couldn't believe was it was a
resident of the reservation.
I really don't think a non-Indian
would bring my purse all the way
back to War Springs and stick it in
the post office slot. That was really
foolish. You gave yourselves away
right there. I remember the people
who were in the store.. I knew how
faraway you were from me. I wasn't
aware of it until you left, right after I
announced that my purse was miss
ing. I really hope you're happy. I know
that $121 will not last you long. And
thank you for returning my purse
with my important papers in it. That
was all I really wanted back. If you
were any smarter you would have
though about that.
Money is what made you a crimi
nal, but money is what made me
learn about people like you.
Remember my name,
Jessica M. Polk
The Madras police and the stores
will know your names, for the protec
tion of other people.
To the Editor,
Peace and greetings to you. We,
the brothers of the Lakota Oyate-Ki
are sending out smoke signals to one
and all with the desire to attend our
third and last mini powwow of the
199 1 season. This celebration of life
and sharing will be held in the main
visiting room of the Oregon State
Penitentiary, Wednesday, evening,
November 20 from 6:30 to 9 p.m.
As a reminder to those of you who
will be attending, because of the ad
ministration policy, no denim cloth
ing will be allowed in to the institu
tion. We must identify the exact num
ber of outside guests who will be
attending this event. You must also
have a photo I.D. card. We respect
fully request that all pertinent infor
mation be mailed to: Lakota Oyate
Ki 2605 State St., Salem, Oregon
97310. You can also call in your
confirmation to attend that (503) 378
4273 during regular business hours.
This is an answering machine, so
state what organization you are rep
resenting. If you have little people who will
be attending with you, you must fill
out a consent form and return it to us.
One last item. We seem to have
lost our files with everyone's ad-
dresses and phone numbers and so-'
cial security numbers. So, if it is at all
possible, please send us all this in
formation as Soon as possible.
To those of you who can not attend
this celebration, we send our prayers
and our thoughts and songs in a good
way for the good of all. For those of
you who will be traveling here, we
pray for a safe arrival and look for
ward to sharing songs and thoughts
with you.
In the spirit of Grandfather,
The Lakota Oyate-Ki
I apologize for actions Memorial Set
To the Editor,
I would like to apologize to the
people of Warm Springs and Benny
Martinez for being under the influ
ence of intoxicants while driving. It
will never happen again.
Jerel Switzler
Memorial set for Sheila Tewee,
will be held in conjunction with
Devearl Winishuts' Memorial,
November 2, 1991.
She was the 1 7 year old daughter
of Linda and Willard Tewee.
Friends and family are invited to
attend.
TOE NESS
They say IRS is trying to make tax forms more informal, On the new
foimLine lOreads, "Howmuch did you earn this year?"andline 11 reads,
"C'mon, really, how much?" YIKES
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Two Lawyers were bosom friends. Much to the amazement of one , the
other became a Sunday school teacher. "I bet you don't even know the
Lord's prayer," he fumed.
"Everybody knows that," the other replied. "It's 'Now I lay me down
to sleep..."" You win,"said the other admiringly. "I didn't know you knew
so much about the Bible": YIKES
SS SS SS
Return bells please
To the Editor,
I had a Shaker meeting at my
home at 1798 TaoShuh and after
services were over, someone came t
my home while I was not there and
took three sets of bells. I would like
them returned so I can give them
back to the rightful owner.
Thank you,
Doris Lewis
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Lost Traveler
Too many wrong paths chosen and following misdirections
I'm seeking a special place now to dwell on my reflections
I've decided I've been searching seeming ever lost
Now I'm willing to find myself at any cost.
There's a light shining down the road
Andthere'sa river next to it where Cleansing tears have flowed
This must be my shelter, where I can readjust
To resolve my insane thinking and defuse all chemical lust.
The road looks clear, so smooth and easily trod
But I' 11 beware of rough spots and detours where I'll need to
depend on God
Followingmyowninstinctsandsurvivalskills,onlybroughtme
to dead ends
This place was filled with people who taught me steps that
work on which our lives depend.
I met friends I hadn't met before, who share a common goal
And we all share a common network, we're connected soul to
soul
When we leave here we' 11 be stronger, ever reaching out a hand
To other lost, weary travelers who are willing to understand.
Clarice Crane, August 10, 1991
We got you again this
year, Chips!
Happy 16th Birthday
anyway!
Love Mom and Dad
Apology extended
I would like to apologize to the
people of Warm Springs for the wrongs
I have done in the recent past I will do
everything to avoid this again.
Respectfully
Everrette Miller
Women's accurate
measurements taken
Women volunteers ages 55 and
older are needed to take measure
ments from to determine die standard
sizes forclothes to be made available
in stores.
Measurements are to be taken at
the County Extension Service office
in Madras, Oregon Tuesday through
Friday, October 15-18, 1991 from
8:30 to 3:30 p.m. Call 475-3808 for
your appointment
Fuller bids farewell
To the Editor:
I would like to take this means to
say good bye to the people of Warm
Springs. I have taken a position at the
Wellpinit Indian Health Center. I
wish to thank everyone for the words
of encouragement and kindness
shown me for the past fifteen years.
I am looking forward to living in
Spokane, but will come back to this
area to visit, as my roots and family
are here.
I will miss the people in Warm
Springs and may God bless you.
Linda Fuller
Medical Technologist
Warm Springs IHS