4 October 24, 1996
Warm Springs, Oregon
Spilyay Tymoo
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The elections are coming up XT 0
for the National, State and Local G
seats. There are some real
important issues to be
considered that all the
candidates will be addressing.
Some of the top priority one's
are dealing with the Native
American rights. This is
something for each Tribal
Member to be thinking about.
The Native American vote is
just as important as anyone and
it counts. We have to look out
for what little we have left and
even at that there are people out
there trying to take it away.
Everyone is out to get what ever
they can especially our treaty
rights. We are being backed further and further into a corner, but
we must hold fast and not give an inch in our treaty rights. Those
promises made in the treaty of 1 855, are binding and that's the
only treaty we recognize with the United States Government.
Don't listen to sweet talk and big promises from people who
would stab you in the back to get what he wants. Yep! He could
make you feel real important with convincing words but watch
that fine print, many, many people speak with the forked tongue.
He will try to make you feel obligated to give up things in order
to put you up on the pedestal. If a politician makes big promises
that sounds good and at the present time he expects nothing; watch
out for the future action from them. They can be pretty persuasive
and convincing that where he could sell salt to a thirsty person in
the middle of the desert even if he is about to die of thirst.
We've got to get away from this attitude of saying, "Why
should I vote, they already have their minds made up and will do
what they want anyway." That's a very poor attitude to have.
Remember every vote counts no matter who it is. There are some
good candidates who have lost by a very slim margin and if all
Native Americans would pool together and vote, things might turn
out differently. And there are some who are very Anti-Indian who
seems to find ways to get elected, that's why I say we should all
stick to geter, the Indian vote and never give up, remember we live
in a democratic world. "A Government by the people for the
people." And we are people. Would you want to lose our rights we
have enjoyed all down through the years? The rights we have been
enjoying of hunting, fishing gathering all foods at accustomed
places as it was agreed upon in the treaty of 1855. And now we
Thanks for the wonderful Caribbean Cruise
nirs (which were wonuenuuy encap;
To the editor,
This letter is to acknowledge and
thank Indian Head Gaming for the
wonderful Caribbean Cruise. We
were treated like royalty on the cruise
and had a wonderful time. We began
our cruise after a complimentary
overnight stay at Ft. Lauderdale on
September 7, 1996. Bruce of the Ju
niper Travel provided a complimen
tary "$25 starter package" at the
Ship's Casino, which I won $250
after spending $5. It was hot during
the entire cruise and we didn't en
counter any hurricanes, except
Harry's participation in every pos
sible event. We spent all our free
lime near the swimming pool. Harry
entered several poolside contests,
including a Mr. Macho contest which
he places second and the Cruise
Olympics. There was an abundance
of activities, food,, and wonderful
hosts. We visited Jamaica and had
eight hours to sight-sec, shop and
bargain with the local residents. Much
of the bargaining was "saying no"
because they were aggressively try
ing to peddle their goods; Grand
Cayman Island where the blue water
was clear and warm and the bcauli ful
beaches were covered with snow
white sand; Cozumcl, Mexico, where
we spent the day shopping for souve-
and had a fun-filled time at the local
spots that catered to the cruise lines.
After another day at sea, we arrived
at Key West. It was on this part of the
trip, that I received word of my
mother's death, we were in the middle
Thanks everyone
To the editor,
We, the Lawrence family would
like to thank everyone for their sup
port and prayers. There were greatly
appreciated. We also want to thank
Gladys Thompson and family, Larry
Dick, Mona Starr, Evelyn Sam, Laura
Stwycr and Margaret Boise. Special
thanks to Daisy Ike. Also, would like
to thank (he cooks and the Spine
family for the deer & elk mcut they
brought. Once again, thanks to ev
eryone who showed up at the
Longhouse. God Bless you all.
I he Lawrence family
Services need upgrading
To the editor,
Dear Tribal members and com
munity of Warm Springs. "Who
Cares!" Just recently the department
I work for was informed of a 13 cut
in their budget, in excess of
$300,000!! This will put a drastic
strain on a community already in
need of more PoliceFireAmbulance
services.
We don't need these services cut
to bare bones, we need them up
graded to meet the growing needs of
this community.
Can we reasonably expect the al
ready short staff of safety officers to
protect us with one officer on duty
covering an area the size of Warm
Springs, who will go unattended? A
domestic situation, a vehicle acci
dent, a sick child, an elder, a home on
fire, how will we set who is the prior
ity? Can we reasonably expect the
already short staff to protect us, to
provide critical services without the
support of equipment like vehicles
and communication devises?
I won't want to tell a person in
need of a fire or medical service that
there is no one I can send to help. If
an emergency resulting in the loss of
you re nweaioanena r
fun filled day
You are personally invited to join
us November 2 1 at the Warm Springs
life occurs, please don't blame safety
officers who truly care about your
health and safety. Our hands will not
only be tied but cut off by a budget
decision made by managers who
don't realize the terrible cost of lives,
welfare of the people, safety on the
streets. And general protection of a
community who don't need a sky
box, who don't need to send manag
ers to high priced meetings all over
the states.
We don't want to be losers in a
game designed for politicians. Our
Fire & Safety Officers have worked
long and hard to build a fine depart
ment of dedicated caring people. If
we lose even one tiny part of the
services they now offer, it could mean
the loss of the life of one of our loved
ones.
Please, my people, don't let this
happen. Talk to your Tribal Council
representative. Talk to each other.
We have a right to be protected. We
have already paid the price too many
times, too many lives lost, too many
members of this reservation at risk
because someone got greedy. Take
care my people. I care about you.
Billie Jo Bagley (McConville)
of the ocean waiting to port in Key
West. I tried to get off the ship and
find alternative transportation home,
but it was impossible. At Key West,
to keep occupied and my mind clear,
we toured Lrncst Hemingway shomc
(beautiful-I'm a writer too) and ate at
Jimmy Buffet's Margaritavillc Cafe.
fMv mother enioved Jimmy Buffet.
so I stayed there as long as I could). Hnn't nmmrcx
The cruise was wonderful but UUll I piUIMUlC
ended with sorrow and the last day of pi n Q Q I n
the cruise was the longest, hardest yUOOip
day of my entire life. To the editor,
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pictures, siones unu suuvcim wuu
family and friends but for the time
being they are left untouched.
Laurain & Harry Hintsala
don't want the state legislators come in and change everything to mmunit? fn &ciai "ail tram
suit themselves and we would lose what we rightfully have.We veronica Browneagie will be
must get out and cast our vptes, remember, if you don't vote you presenting "The Song My
can't complain. Grandchildren Will Hear, Begins
Remember now that there is this issue of the 1865, treaty ini$ Hea
floating around in the minds of the state legislators. This is JtaoTt
something we don t wantjto be dealing with. Instead of them story telling, jump up, jam down,
trying to make things right and do away with that treaty like laughing and crying experience. Just
Senator Mark Hattie d sueeested. to make thines r dir. once and DnnJL yur "P. vour mina-
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for all. But no, they want to deal with this fraudulent treaty. I'm
sure you all know the issue that's in question.
The question of voting goes along with all issues the
Confederated Tribes face today. We have special elections on
certain issues of importance to all the tribal mambers and half the
time most of the people don't get out to vote and everything is no fee administered. This is brought
invalid, fcacn one or these special elections cost the Tribes a lot of t0 you by c.h.e.t. and Healthy
dollars and when we don't all get out to vote, that's just money Nations
down the drain, and people talk about spending money foolisly,
this is one good example where money is wasted when people
dont take the time to get out and vote. So make it your duty to get
out and vote.
Seems like everyone is only interested in pow-wows, a pow
wow for this and a pow-wow for that. If everyone would get out
and vote and do whats right for the tribes and when good things
comes out of that, than that might be the time to really have a big
blow out of apow-wow. Yep! That would be the time to have a real
pow-wow.
Just remember, "Let's be on the winning team..."Winners
never quit, and quitters never win." AHH-NAH-CHI-TOON! ! !
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-How do we open our hearts?
-Who do we open our hearts to?
-When do we sing?
For more information call Carol
or Anson at 553-4922.
Early registration is encouraged,
Feliz Cumpleanos
Andrianna Frank
Love all your homegirls
Angel, Evil, Guera, Shorti, Loca,
Shadow, Sweepi, Knuckles,
Tear-drop
(Together no mater where we
are)
Toe Ness
An important politician called to visit a friend at an insane asylum and
while there tried to call his office. His connections were constantly delayed,
and in exasperation he said to the operator, "Young lady, do you know who
I am?"
"No," she replied. "But I know where you are." YIKES
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Joe: "Do you like conceited politicians as much as the other kind?"
John: "What other kind?' YIKES
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Happy Belated Birthday
to James (Oct. 4)
I love you nephew. Thank you for
coming over to eat a birthday pie at
my house on your birthday.
Love Auntie Bunnie
Happy Birthday
Georgianna (Oct. 18):
From your friend Bunnie, I love
you very much. Thank you for listen
ing to me and encouraging me in my
times of turmoil and distress, as well
as laughing with me through my times
of joy.
Happy Birthday Alex (Oct. 24):
To my nephew, with lot of love. I
want to encourage you to strive for
the best and to believe in yourself.
Good times to you.
Aunt Bunnie
: "Fundraiser!
October 31, Halloween
from 4:00 p.m. until ??
Spaghetti Feed and
Indian Tacos at the
Warm Springs
Community Center.
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Thank you
Dear friends of Lake Billy
Chinook,
The Lake Billy Chinook Day
Planning Team would like to thank
you for your generous contribution
supporting the third annual Lake Billy
Chinook Day celebration on Sep
tember 21, 1996. Your participation
helped make this important annual
event a success.
With your help, it was made clear
that Lake Billy Chinook is indeed a
resource worth celebrating. Once
again, thank you very much for your
support and participation.
PaulM.Patton
Visitor Services
The Cove Palisades State Park
Happy Birthday Harry Oct. 22:
Thank you for the many years
you've shown me love and patience.
Thank you for allowing me personal
growth and for the support you've
given me. I love you with all my
heart. May your life be filled with an
abundance of love that you deserve
for being the best husband, father,
and grandfather (and friend) in the
whole wide world.
Love, Bunnie
Happy Birthday wish
going out to our
MotherGrandmother
Shirley Tufti
November 1 1
From JessJason
Christmas offer by
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Commissioned fine art also avail
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For more information call R. J.
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Van for sale-
For Sale: 88' Ford Aerostar van.
$4,000 OBO. Call 553-65 16 or 553
2201. Walktoberfest well
represented
Six members of the Health and
Wellness Center staff joined the
American diabetes Association's
Walktoberfest in Bend on October 5.
the purpose of the 8 mile walk was to
raise money for diabetes care and
research through pledges. The Warm
Springs team raised a total of $420!
It was a beautiful walk with a
great purpose! A big thanks to the
staff members who participated:
Candace Dorrough, Phyllis Michaels,
Michele Gemelas, Linda Schrand,
Judy Budd, and Renee Silversmith.
Many thanks also to the Health and
Wellness Center staff and other com
munity members who made pledges
to the walkers!
Happy Birthday .
to Mom & Brother,
Love you lots,
From Snug
Gossip. We had
prayed to void all gossip at our Shaker
Church. Gossip is not a religious
practice. Don't promote evil talk of
whom so ever? These people are
walking in a good path. Yet, you
bring this to our place of worship.
Honor our Creator for a pure mind,
heart, encourage progression. It is up
to the maker to allow us to go up to
him. So pray in the morning, noon
evening. Certain Longhouse, Church
members are empowered to disci
pline those creating a disturbance, or
each other in a considerate struc
tured way.
We commend you Pierson
Mitchell for moving to keep the seven
drum faith strong and alive. Also you
church members for promoting posi
tive guidance.
Respectfully,
Martinez Charles
P.S. Condemning comes after our
life ends. The qreator will judge us
then.
Happy Birthday Jolene (Oct. 21):
To my wonderful little girl (now
grown woman). I love you with all
my heart and wish you many more
years of health and wealth.and well
being. You are a wonderful mother.
Keep praying and good things will
happen. " r '"',
The Creator always watches over
those who believe.
Love,
Mom & Dad
-
Jayce Royce AKA SunShine
Geez, it's already been 4 years
since you came into this world, bring
ing with you lots of laughs, joy and
happiness. And that very wonderful
smile that just makes my day. So
have a wonderful 4th Birthday
SunShine.
Much love, hugs & kisses,
Auntie Lee-Lee Tufti
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Happy Birthdy Bruce!
October 19
from Grandma & Grandpa
Larry, Bearcat, Unc's Hodzie,
David, Frankie & Aunt Betty
Happy Birthday Dad
October 22
Love, Tony, Selena, George,
Tonya, Leanna, Jackson
Happy Birthday to
Mother Shirley Tufti
Wishing you a wonderful year.
With all my love,
your daughter
Miss Andi
Happy Birthday Rose Oct. 22,
To a great mom, wife &
grandma.
We love you.
Pierson, Larry, Bearcat, The 4
Kalamas, Williams & Gilberts
Say just look who's turning 4
already
Jason Royce Tufti
October 19, 1992
A special wish going out to a
special guy.
Happy 4th Birthday son.
Hugs & Kisses
,' Mom & Taylor
. Happy Belated to
Tiffiney (Oct. 5)
1 love you, quiet one. You are a
beautiful person and I want you to
know that I do care for you with all
my heart.
Love, Auntie Bunnie
'J
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Happy 21st Birthday
"Chips" Kalama
October 21, 1975
From your loving
Mom & Dad and all
yourbro's!
Happy Birthday Mom!
October 31
You're a wonderful woman
Hope you have a grea
birthday!
Love you lots,
Sandra