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PAGE 4 June 11,1993 Warm Springs, Oregon SpilyayTymoo Editorial E Coosh EEWA: (The way it is) Letters to the Editor N I. HI....- - M.I,....I,I.U, Tribe helping to meet goal f rvroui i uuii-uaii-nnii- tjvuiiwii-mi i tj, Well, let's sec, where there's a wrong, there's a right! Where there is bad, there is good! No matter what takes place there is always something as equal on the oppsitc side. But today everything seems to be on a onesided basis, when it pertains to the Indians. The Indi ans always seem to get the wrong side or the short end of the stick, but yet the Indians seem to try to do their best to do what's right. Many, many years ago the In dian Tribes signed a Treaty with the United States Government, Ceding thousands and thousands of acres of land to the Govern ment and they let the Indians keep a small portion of land to live on with boundrics in which they were said to make their living, known as the Reservation. There were certain stipulations along with this agreement. For one thing the Indians were allowed to hunt, fish, gather roots and berries in their usual and acustomed placcses with-in the ceded area. The promise the White man made was that this was to happen as long as the rivers flowed and the mountains stood.. In them days the Indian people never abused their right to gather the fish and hunt the wild game or to disrupt the land in gathering the roots and berries. The Whiteman got what he wanted and thats all thebest fertile lands and the best of everything. Well they built dams on the rivers , disturbing the fish runs and disrupting the fish returns to where they are depleting. What I'm getting at is that the Indians never in anyway damaged the fish runs in the olden days, so the Indians shouldn't be penalizes for something they had nothing to do with. It was all the Whiteman's fault that the fish runs are being deplcated and they are the ones who should suffer the conciqucnces of keeping their nets out ot the waters, because it is they who are damaging all the fish returns to the natural spawning grounds. The Indians have never borken their word to the U. S. Government at any time. They have abbided with everything they agreed upon. But now when the fish returns are noticeably smaller and are depleting rapidely they say "Let's blame the Indian's for deminishing the fish retruns because they are fishing in the Columbia River. No matter what any one say's there is no right that the Indians should be penalized for something they didn't do, and no one has the right to make these demands that the Indians should suffer the consequences because it was the Treaty with the United States Gov ernment and not the States. And now the Pi-Um-Sha is coming up, the celebration of the signing of the Treaty of 1855. "Should we be Celebrating?" Well anyway Its here to stay so we might as well make the best of it. Like they say, 'Turn Your Cheek!" Nuff-Now!! AHH-NAH-CHI-TOON! To the editor, It is close to the end of the spring term here at Blue Mountain and I am really excited to actually stay home. Being here at school, made mc realize how many people out there have really supported me and without them I would have never made it as far as I have. While being here at school, I have raised my GPA a full point, to where I have been making the honor roll. I could have never had the chance to do that if it were not for the assistance of the tribe. Without the tribe, I would have not been able to begin to accom plish my dreams of getting an education. Being away from home made me feel proud of what I left there and makes mc mores excited to return. There are many people that I have to thank: Tribal Education Department, Myrna Courtney and staff, who have always made con tact just when I thought I was all alone; my fellow co-workers, po lice officers and Fire & Safety staff, thanks for allowing me to be a part of the elite core of firefightersmedics and police officers; Captain Don Courtney for having faith in me to be a part of the family; Bob Sjolund for always giving me that extra boost of enthusiasm just when I was ready to hang it up; Karla B. Tias and the volunteers, for allowing me to be a part of the family and for those extra words of confi dence; my mother, father and KC and Di, thanks for always have those high expectations and keeping dreams alive. Without you all, I would not be this far in life. And to all those people who always took the time to ask questions about my schooling, thanks for keeping me in mind, it sure helps me keep on going. Thanks again to all those who have supported me throughout my dream chasing. Starla "Charli" Green Thanks for supporting Scout program To the Editor, I would like to take a little time to express my appreciation to a few people of the community who have helped re-establish the Cub Scout and Boy Scout programs here in Warm Springs. First, a very big note of appreciation goes out to the Warm Springs Police Department for being the sponsoring organization for Troop and Pack 59. Thank you, Jeff and don! I would also like to express our sincere appreciation to Nathan 8-Ball Jim and family for their continued support. To everyone in the Jim family, we haven't forgotten how you helped us out at Trout Lake. We enjoyed having your support and know that your unconditional kind ness will extend to us again when needed in the future. It's that kind of support that promotes such needed organizations as the Scouting pro gram. Thanks from the bottom of our hearts, and if we can be of assistance to your family,, please feel free to , call on us. To the Boys and Girls Club of Warm Springs, we are appreciative of the opportunity to have a place to meet and call our own. Beyond this, our thanks go to the Warm Springs Tribal Council for their support in 1 helping to secure a building for the youth. To all the volunteers that help out on their own time, without pay, we appreciate you above all. Without your assistance and dedication to the youth of Warm Springs, our efforts would be to no avail. In speaking for the youth who participate, I am positive that their involvement speaks for itself. It's time we took back the ability to care - for our children, and provide oppor tunities that will open their minds and abilities to do things in a positive , manner. As we all do our part to help mold our youth into our future leaders, we mustall remember to thank everyone that had a hand in helping reach this goal. To all my people in the com munity, thank you for your support. Carolyn E. Wewa, Leader Pack 59, Den 1, Warm Springs Song of myself I am a person of two worlds. One of assimilation, or is it admiration-respect-dignity. The other is modern-civilized-sophisticated. The world of many colors. ....Red....WhHe....Yeltow....Black.... But yet, all are equal because we were all.... created by one. Who am I really? Who decides the difference? Am I to be Brown.... White? But does it really make a difference? I will not choose between worlds, because I belona to both. All are my people and I will not Retreat! My Spirit world....Tradition and Power Seven Circles, Three feathers, belief and respect. All of which gives me the meaning of life. A world which accommodates. Politics, Revenue, Greed, Superiority. A world that never stops to appreciate the true meaning of life. While I live behind the walls, my soul will travel. am not truly aeaicated to the present, because my soul is in the past...with the ones who have taught me to believe. Everyday, I question the life I am trying to live. dream....of mountains, animals, water.... All of which are free. And there is where my soul will travel. I sakj I was a person of two worlds.... The two are at continuous battle....fighting for power. But I will decide which way to turn. Physically....! will always be in the modern world. hey can take away everything but my soul. My soul will be soaring with the Eagles.... Taking me to my destiny among the mountains and animal. Free as an Eagle....Free as the River.... Home at last. Starla "Charli" Green I wrote this poem for a literature class and I was try ine to describe what felt inside about my mixed cultures and blood lines. Although I am of different blood lines (W.S., Dutch, English, Irish, Scottish), I am truly an naian at heart, because 1 can never run away trom the teachings that I received from my elders. I felt that my people would get something out of this poem, just as I did. ' St Sr.iril . i Thanlsc Macy began riding at 14 for teachings Happy 12th Birthday Jered "Jarhead Moses June 9th To the editor, Joey Macy has been riding trails here on the reservation since he was 14 years old. Through the years he has has been riding in several motocross and desert races in Bend, Oregon. He also received a bronze medal Ln 1988. Joey raced the Poker Run in Bear Springs two weeks ago and will con tinue to race more in the near future. We would like to thank his family and friends for their support. We're cheering for you Joey! Ina, Lorene and Tony TOE NESS fix f1'm0r- There were these newly weds going to the motel when the Bride said, "Let's act like we've been aerried for a long time." New Husband: "All right, you carry the bags," YIKES To my parents, relatives & friends, elders, Tribal Council and our an cestors, It is an honor to represent all of you. Thank you for your support and teachings. Love, Merle Anne Kirk Thlith cum Miss Warm Springs 92-93 Happy Birthday to Beatrice Holliday June 20, 1951 -from, Uncle Ben Holliday Students win Environmental Week poster contest ss ss ss At a meeting this guy said, "Why are all the Women so quiet?" The Chairmen: "I asked the oldest lady to speak first."YIKS SS SS SS First Actor: "What's the matter with the leading lady?" 2nd Acton "She only got nine boquets of flowere," 1st Actor Good HeAvcns, isn't that enough?" 2nd Actor: "No, she paid for ten." YIKES Happy Birthday Fred Johnson, Jr. Aletha "Blondle" Wolfe Marie Schuster From, PatandAlvin Schuster SS SS ss Definition: Junk is the stuff we throw away. Stuff is junk we save. YIKES SS ss ss Happy Birthday Ashley Maris Thompson June 13 Thinking of you whll you ar awayl We lov you and mist youl From, your family in Warm ftrtrlnn Mother's of Multiples meeting set Central Oregon's Mother's of Multiples will be meeting Thursday, June 17 at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Laura Heidcman. This month they will be doing something special for Dads making them Father's Day cards. Come and join the fun! Dads are invited as well to get better ac quainted. Laura's hubby will be hosting pool and sports evens in the Rec Room while they arc having their meeting. Any questions or you need directions, please feel free to call Laura at 923-0841 (home) or 548-0200 (work). Thanks. Happy Birthday Mom! (Sat June 19, 1993) We love you always, Saphronia, Jake, Freckles, Jesse, (Sky&Toya) To the editor, On behalf of Natural Resource, Warm Springs Elementary, Housing, and Water and Soil, we would like to congratulate you as a winner in the environmental week, April 12-16, clean-up and poster essay contest. Following is the list of results: POSTER CONTEST Kindergarten Graham A.M. 1st Jennifer Clements, 2nd Norma Tainewasher, 3rd Britiney Kalama. Graham P.M. 1st Sophie Earl, 2nd Leann Wolfe, 3rd Angelina Perez Knox 1st Colleta Macy, 2nd Esten Culpus, 3rd Shanda Culps. First Grade Rodgers lslLarittaGreene,2nd Terron McDonald, 3rd Prenincia VanPelL Room 2 1st Tara Macy, 2nd , Emilena Suppah, 3rd Tommy Dickson. Cook 1st Pearl Stwyer, 2nd Rozylin Northrup, 3rd Austin Smith, Jr. Second Grade Memorial dinner set Memorial dinner for Dan Barahart is set to be held June 26, 1993 at the Independent Shaker Church, Singal Peak Rd., White Swan, Washington by Clydell & Allen Gilbert and family, Evelyn Gilbert and boys. Dan Bam hart was father to Clydell Bamhart Gilbert of Warm Springs, Oregon. Dinner will be a noon and die give away afterwards. Soliz 1st Mariana Manion, 2nd Naomi RedOwl, 3rd Victoria Smith. Henderson 1st O.J. Tias, 2nd Jessi Fuentes, 3rd Lavetta Berry. Comment 1st White Dove Coo per, 2nd Laneda Thompson, 3rd Monica Cuervas. Adams 1st Alexis Smith, 2nd Denita Miller, 3rd Pasha Smith. Third Grade Hensley 1st Ellen Jackson, 2nd Jerrod Kalama, 3rd Liana Tom. Brandt 1st Shana Radford, 2nd Jenna Johnson, 3rd Louis Smith. Nelson 1st Jeff Greene, 2nd Mayanne Aguilar, 3rd Daleena Frank. Fourth Grade Miller 1st Colleen Sandoval, 2nd Shamona Charley, 3rd Adrienne Merrifield. Moore 1st Agustin Pedraza,2nd Heleana Henry, 3rd Karla Kalama. Fifth Grade Hawes 1st Ernie Bryant, 2nd Annie Fuiava, 3rd Natasha Suarez. Judens 1st Christy Sanders (overall poster winner), 2nd Amy Suppah, 3rd Mary Ann Stahi. Phillips 1st Craig Graham, 2nd Wendi Johnson, 3rd Lionel Smith. Davidson 1st Dawn Rowland, 2nd Tera Wallulatum, 3rd Bernadette Smith. ESSAY CONTEST Phillips 1st Faron Kalama, 2nd Rachel Smith, 3rd Denise Clements. Hawes 1st Orie Made, 2nd Natasha S uarez, 3rd Darreck Palmer. Room 15 1st Wendi Johnson, 2nd Foster Sahme, 3rd Michael Jackson. Employees: Overall Winner Employment Services; GM Support Ed Manion and Jody Calica; De partment with the most employees participation in household chemical drop off day Forestry Pre-Sale; Department with the most employees involved in neighborhood clean-up Conservation Crew & Forestry Timber; Employee with the cleanest desk Lorraine Suppah, OIS. Our staff would like to express our sincere appreciation for your commitment and involvement in making this year's First Annual En vironmental Week a success! Water & Soil Resources Stonesetting and Name-Giving Ceremonies Friday, June 25 10 a.m.-Stonesetting Service Tenlno Cemetery for Antonio 'Tony" Nejal Noon-Lunch, Agency Longhouse 1:30 pm-Namegiving for Charmagne Wilhelm, Sweetwater Nejal and Paisley Nejal