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v f www prr w r July 31, 1997 5 SPILYAY Tymoo Warm Springs, Oregon July & August J Description of: Intro - 1st level Topic Times Days Intro to Windows 8 This is a required class before Intro to Comp. 8-4 Must be able to type at least 10 words a minute Intro to Microso. 8:30-12 Word Intro to Internet 84 Interm Excel 1-4:30 Intro to Excel 8:30-12 Spreadsheet for Mircrosoft Interm Microsoft 1-4:30 Word GroupwiseDOS 9-11 L. - i i.ini.in If you would like specialized training for your department, please a schedule that will conform to your needs. Remember to call at least 2 days before class if you are unable to charged. . . Call 553-1428 and get your name on the waiting list. Indian Law conference set On October 17-18, 1997, North western School of Law of Lewis & Clark College and the Indian Law Section of the Oregon State Bar will host an Indian law conference of considerable significance. Inspired by the 10th anniversary of the 1987 book by Charles F. Wilkinson, American Indians. Time, and the Law, the conference will focus on the status of tribal sovereignty. In his book, Professor Wilkinson provided a spirited defense of tribal sover eignty and the status of tribes as separate governmental and territo rial entities in the U.S. constitutional system. Based on a detail study of Supreme Court decisions, he con cluded that tribes had achieved at least some stability in their "historic task of creating workable islands of Inianness within the larger society." Professor Wilkinson, the Moses Lasky Professor of the Law at the university of Colorado, will be the featured speaker at the October con ference. He and other notable schol ars and practitioners in the Indian law field will explore judicial and legislative developments over the last ten years to assess the current status of tribal sovereignty. On the first day, speakers will address such top Warm Springs Vacation Bible School August 18-22 Doors open at 7:30 a.m. Classes begin at 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon Ages 3 & up, all are invited Appreciation given To the editor, I want our appreciation to be known to those who took part in our memorial for my sister Marjorie and her son Donovon. We also gave rec ognition to my grandmother Mabel who is our eldest and who we love and cherish. She has such a very rich history behind her. Also recognized was my niece Donnetta, my sister Marjorie's el dest. Donnetta has been away for many years, making her home in Saskatchewan, Canada. She has many, many accomplishments in cluding raising her 3 children, Allisa, Trevdom and Kimiko, who are also Ft. Sill Indian School The Ft. Sill Indian School Alumni Association has set the date for their 1997 Reunion to be held at the Ft. Sill Indian School on September 1 2 & 1 3, 1997. Volunteers are needed to help prepare for the Reunion. If you wish to volunteer, please call: Lorene Kerchee at 405-492-3776 or John Aunko at 405-795-9080 or Richard Beard at 405-63 1-6740. We have received many inquiries about the reunion and we are happy to announce the date and location. We Second Annual Huckleberry Harvest set A fundraising Benefit in Support of The Museum at Warm Springs The Museum At Warm Springs will hold its "Second Annual Huckleberry Harvest" on Friday and Saturday, August 8-9, 1997. The "Second Annual Huckleberry Harvest" is The Museum At Warm Springs' Major Fundraising Benefit which is co-sponsored by Governor Victor and Mrs. Delores Atiyeh, Ken and Jeanie Smith, Earl Bates and Sunny Mitchell, Don and Emily Frisbee, Delbert and Trina Wheeler, Brot and Mary Bishop, and Jim and Marie Noteboom. The festivities begin Friday afternoon with Hors d'oervres and dinner at Earl and Sunny's Ranch in Willowdalejust north of Madras. On Saturday morning at 9:00 a.m. special events begin at The Museum At 1997 Computer Center Classes g of subject, Interm - second level Davs - 4 Mon. you can take Microsoft classes Mon. 84 $75 T,Th,T,Th 85,7,12,14 $75 Wed. 85 $75 T,Th,T,Th 85,7,12,14 $75 M,W,M,W 818,20,25,27 $75 M,W,M,W 818,20,25,27 $75 Tues. 819 $25 Tues. 819 $25 ics as cultural racism, taxation, tribal court jurisdiction, and leading edge litigation. On the second day, speak ers will examine the issue of tribal sovereignty in the Pacific North west and will focus on gaming and economic development, cultural re sources protection, and self-governance. The conference will also feature many other leading scholars, practi tioners, and tribal leaders, including Kathryn Harrison, Chair Confeder ated Tribes of the Grand Ronde; Kriss Olson, U.S. Attorney, District of Oregon; Howard Arnett, Karnopp, Petersen; Professor Michael Blumm, Northwestern School of Law of Lewis & Clark College, and Dean Rennard Strickland, University of Oregon School of Law. Conference Title: Native Ameri cans, Time and the Law: A Forum on the Status of Tribal Sovereignty Conference Date: October 17-18, 1997; Location: Council Chamber, Lewis & Clark College Portland Oregon; Cost: CLE Credit: $275; $175 government and non-profit lawyers. Non-lawyers (no CLE credit desired): $75 For more information and a bro chure, please contact Nancy Curran at (503) 768-6672. Baptist Church involved in the powwow tradition. It was such a pleasure to have her be a highlight of our special. I was told by many that it was quite beautiful even tho we were just a little disorganized. Special thanks to my brothers who came from California with their fami lies. It wouldn't have been complete without you. Thanks to Phillip who did a real good job mc-ing. You re ally made a special effort in speaking for the family. I can't begin to name everyone we want to thank but you know who you are. I love each and every one of you and God Bless you. Yours Truly, Juanita Denny Villa & family reunion set look forward to working together with everyone to get the "Reunion Ball" rolling"! Former students in Arizona and New Mexico are anx ious to get the news! So list to KRPT, "Indians for In dians" and read your local paper for the above announcement for those who do not receive a flyer or maybe you can be a good volunteer by just getting the word out. Thanks to all of you who will be a part of this special occasion! Warm Springs with Cultural educational demonstrations, a "Behind The Scenes Tour," the viewing of the mini-blockbuster exhibit "Glass Tapestry" (curated by The Heard Museum of Phoenix), a Native American Floating fashion show, and Tribal singing and dancing until noon. At 6:00 p.m. guests enjoy Hors d' oeuvres, live flute music, a Silent & Oral Auction of choice art, and a salmonvenison dinner at Ken and Jeanie Smith's home along the beautiful Deschutes River. The whole event is $ 1 50 donation per person, or $1200 per corporate table. One hundred percent of the proceeds support the Educational Mission of the Museum At Warms Springs and are 1 0OH tax deductible. "The Second Annual Huckleberry Harvest" will bring together friends of subject Date Date Cost $75 728 give us a call and we can work attend otherwise you will be Totus-Walsey powwow set August 22-24 the Totus-Walsey Memorial Powwow is set to be held at Satus Washington in Memory of Anita Totus-Walsey, " Wil-Umt" and Virgilena Jeri Walsey, "Nanci." There are contests scheduled in memory of Anita and Virgilena. In memory of Anita is for 35 and older Women's fancy and "Old Style" Traditional. In memory of Virgilena is for 20 and older Women's fancy and jingle. Dancers must not switch categories and must enter only one contest in your own dance style. Judged on point system. Cash money and prizes will be awarded in all categories: Women's, Teens & Jr. Girls Traditional, Fancy and Jingle, Men's Teens and Jr. Boys Traditional, Grass & Fancy (combined), and Senior men and women. Tiny tots will be paid daily. Drums welcome, bring own chairs. Grand entries are: Friday 7:00 p.m., Saturday 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., and Sunday 1 :00 p.m. All contests are judged on point system. Registration closes on Saturday at 4:00 p.m. Registration fee is $2.00. For vendor information call (54 1 ) 296-8816. For Powwow information call, (541) 296-8816, (509) 530-1571, (509) 854-1116. Powwow committee is not responsible forany accidents, injury, theft, divorces or short funded travelers. No drugs, alcohol or weapons allowed. Film Festival set for Nov. 6-16 The 22nd Annual American Indian Film Festival is scheduled for November 6-16, 1997 at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. The American Indian Film Institute, is currently seeking entries for its 22nd annual American Indian Film Festival, the oldest and most prestigious festival of its kind in the world. Film or Video to be entered for competition should be by or about Native Americans that were produced in 1996-97. The entry deadline is September 5, 1997. The major categories for competition are: Documentary Feature Documentary Short Commercial Feature Live Short Subject Animated Short Subject Public Service Music Video Industrial Cash entry must include: 1. Completed entry form; 2. Signed regulations agreement form; 3. Screening cassette; 4. $50 entry fee payable to American Indian Film Institute. Indian Taco Sale, Friday, August 1, 1997 across from Warm Springs Mar ket 11 a.m. to ? To fundraise for Marie Kalama who is participat ing in the Indigenous Games. $2.50 each. Dona tions gladly accepted. for August 8-9 from near and fartoenjoy true cultural art, education demonstrations, and great food and entertainment. Take this opportunity to support The Museum At Warm Springs, a world class museum. The New York Times hailed the Museum as "A rich collection of native artwork . . . Storytelling, the heart of Indian life, takes place on a grand scale the museum." The museum is still seeking donations for the Silent and Oral Auctions. Please call Dora Goudy, Development Officer at the Museum At Warm Springs if you are interested in making a donation. For reservations, or more information call 541553-3331, or write to The Museum At Warm Springs. P.O. Box C. Warm Springs, OR 97761. Mid Columbia River Powwow Oct. 24, 25. 26- 1997 Seeking Royalty Candidates The annual powwow held at Celilo, Oregon has the following categories: Sr. Queen-1 3 yrs. and up, Jr. Queen 12 yrs. and under, and Lil' Brave- no age limit. Winner is determined by most big raffle tickets sold. Winners in each category will receive a trav eling silver crown ( except Lil' Brave), a jacket, a banner, a 20 payback on total raffle ticket sales, plus other prizes. Runner ups will receive a 20 payback, and other prizes. Interested candidates and raffle ticket sellers can contact: Gloria Jim (509) 848-3461 or (541) 296-8816. There is now a US Bank ATM (Automated Teller Machine) within the Indian Trail Restaurant located at the Plaza at Warm Springs. This ATM provides services including checking and savings account inquiries, money transfers, cash advances and cash withdrawals. If you have any questions, call the Small Business Development Center at 553-3593. Business meeting set for August 6 There will be a business meeting on Wednesday, August 6, 1997 be ginning at 6 p.m. This will be at the Warm Springs 1910 Indian Shaker Church. On the Agenda is the 1 997 Oregon Conven tion. We would greatly appreciate your attendance in this very important meeting!! May God Bless your day and see you there ! Any questions, call Laura at 553-7305. Employee chosen The Warm Springs Composite Products would like to take this time to recognize our Employee of the Month. This award went to: Louis Tewee. Louis has been selected for the Employee of the Month award by the following criteria: Safety in the work place, Quality of work; Production quantity, Attendance, Personal initive, Attitude, and Cooperation with fellow employees, lead people, supervisors and management. Entry forms may be obtained by writing: American Indian Film Festival, 333 Valencia Street, Suite 322, San Francisco, CA 94103, ATTN: Michael Smith, Director; phone number 415-554-0525FAX number 415-554-0542; AIFISFAOL.COM. Promotional materials including production credits, black and white publicity stills, and a typewritten narrative description of each entry not exceeding 300 words should be included with application. Entrant is responsible for shipment costs to and from San Francisco. A film jury designated by the American Indian Film Institute will screen entries and issue recommendations to the final program and awards nomination. On or about September 22, 1997, entrants will be notified as to entrant selection into the 1997 American Indian Film Festival & Video Exposition. The 1997 American Indian Motion Picture Awards Ceremony is slated for November 8, 1997 at the Palace of Fine Arts in San Francisco. Happy ftirtbdayto Qiltie Suppab on the iZtbofJuly and to Lilly Suppab on the 9tb of July. FromDeeceR. Suppab Happy Birthday to my uncle of you on your birthday. Your neice, Selena ( I, S Across the wire. Congress plans cuts for Institute SANTA FE (AP) Congressional plans to cut funding for the Institute of American Indian Artsls raising concerns among students, foundation members and alumni of the two-year arts college. "This institution is too important to die,' said JoAnn Balzer, executive director of the IAI A Foundation, which raises funds for the school and for scholarships. "It's one of the most important regional exhibition spaces for Native Americans." American Indian Arts has provoked strong reactions from students, foundation members and alumni of the two-year arts college. Many associated with IAIA say Congress docs not know how many and how much students and artists have benefited from the school, which is 35 years old this year. Last week, the House voted to reduce funding at the 35-year-old school next ycar46 percent, from $5.5 million to $3 million. The House alsodecidcd to stop funding after 1998. A Senate Appropriations subcommittee approved $5.5 million hriday to IAIA for fiscal 1998. But the measure discontinues funding after 1998, and still must be debated in the full Senate Appropriations Committee and on the Senate floor. . After that, the House and the Senate must work out an agreement on how much IAIA might get. About 80 percent of the institute's annual budget comes from the icucral government, supporting both the art school and a museum on Cathedral Place. The school has faced severe financial and administrative problems in recent years. Last year, 16 of 27 faculty members were laid off in an effort to save money and regain accreditation. In April, the IAIA decreased tuition by nearly 46 percent in an effort to attract new students. . At the time, administrators said the school was having major financial problems and needed to get more students enrolled. And last month, former IAIA employee Rosendo Manuel Tapia was arrested by the FBI and charged with stealing nearly $300,000 from the school. . But supporters say those problems should not spell ruin for the school. "We can't sacrifice IAIA for a few misunderstandings and a lew bruised egos," said Beaver North Cloud, IAIA alumni liaison. "I want my children to go to the IAIA." Discovery of bones on Whidbey Island WHIDBEY ISLAND, Wash. (AP) For years, human bones have been unearthed on this island by construction projects and erosion. It's not clear what became of those remains, reminders of the thousands of American Indians who once roamed the lands and waters now called Skagit and Island counties. But an anthropologist's discovery of human remains last year prompted an effort to allow their reburial on the island and discovery of a forgotten cemetery set aside for just that purpose more than 30 years ago. Louis La Bombard, a professor of anthropology at Skagit Valley College's Oak Harbor campus, was on a field trip with 1 8 students when he discovered the bones last fall. From 100 feet away, he said, he recognized the small white protrusions lodged in a nearby cliff. n "My curiosity being what it is, I climbed up there to get a better look, he said. As an anthropologist, La Bombard knows the appeal American Indian bones and artifacts have for contemporary scholars. But as a member of the Iroquois Tribe, he is also sensitive to concerns about disturbing ancestral graves. "Back in New York, I've been in homes where the skulls of my ancestors were displayed on the fireplace mantel," he said. The bones La Bombard found belonged to an early American Indian man, Island County Coroner Robert Bishop determined. Under federal law the Native American Graves and Repatriation Act of 1990 such remains must be turned over to the closest recognized tribe, in this case, the Swinomish Tribe in La Conner. But Bishop didn't want to see the bones removed from the island. "It rubbed me raw," he said. "Those people were buried here in good faith. My parents are buried on the island, and I can't imagine someone moving them off in 100 years." ... , Bihop's effort to find a place for those remains jogged the memory ot several island residents who live near a half-acre set aside by the federal government in 1965 for use by the Skagit Tribes. Forgotten until La Bombard's discovery, the cemetery now will be maintained by the Swinomish Tribe. For years, tribal graves were aisturDea ana piunaereu ruuunciy, aiu James Nason, a University of Washington professor of anthropology. American Indian artifacts were collected like souvenirs, and the human remains were considered opportunities for anthropologists. Some states have outlawed tribal grave desecration since the 1940s. Nason called the 1990 federal law one of the most important civil-rights laws ever passed. The law makes it a felony to intentionally steal from or disturb an American Indian grave. It also stipulates that previously stolen artifacts must be returned a huge task for the nation's museums. "Graves are still being desecrated," said Nason, himself a member of the Comanche Tribe. "If s a multibillion-dollar-a-y ear industry. There is no lack of buyers." More must be done to enforce the 1990 law, he said. One problem is that unearthed bones are not always reported, especially if they're found at a construction site. "If they report them, then construction has to stop," said La Bombard. "I'm not saying there's a cover-up, but it's an incentive not to report them. Two defendents go on trial in casino scandal BILLINGS (AP) Jennifer Marie Chasing Hawk and Jennifer Lovato went on trial Monday before U.S. District Judge Jack Shanstrom on charges of conspiring to steal money from the Crow Tribe's Little Bighorn Casino. They are the only two of 22 people named in three federal indictments to go on trial. During Monday's testimony, a former security guard at the casino testified that when he found employees tampering with electronic gambling machines and cashing fake winning tickets he told tribal officials but nothing happened. Sheldon Fitzpatrick, who has not been indicted in the extensive corruption scandal, testified that he also conveyed his suspicions to two successive casino general managers but employee thefts continued unabated. Fitzpatrick and other witnesses said everyone knew what was going on, including those in management, some of whom also were stealing money from the casino. Attorneys for the two women maintain that nothing was done to stop the thefts at the casino because officials wanted to protect themselves and members of their families. Opposition forming over proposal to force tribes to disclose income Opposition is forming over a proposal before Congress to force Indian tribes to disclose their income from all sources including gambling. The Senate Interior appropriations subcommittee approved the proposal last week, requiring the Bureau of Indian Affairs to collect information on the incomes of all 535 tribes recognized by the federal government. The measure is being viewed as the first step toward cutting federal funding to the nation's wealthier tribes. Sen. Pete Domenici, a member of the subcommittee, said the idea of "means testing" for tribes has never been adequately studied by Congress and has enormous implications for tribes nationwide. "I don't object to an objective evaluation of which Indian tribes are wealthy," the New Mexico Republican said. "But if we're going to have a needs test, then I'm going to offer an amendment that we ... inventory our (financial) commitment to the Indian people in terms of education, schools, sewer systems." Although there has never been such an inventory, Domenici said it is clear that the United States is billions of dollars behind on its commitment to American tribes. , . "The point is to have before us all the things we promised we d do in Indian country, not just information about which tribes have money and which ones don't," Domenici said. .