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4 April 23, 1999 Warm Springs, Oregon SpilyayTymoo E Coosh EEWA: 7fa way it is m ,- At. xi- The Grand Rondc tribes have contributed more than $ 1 million to arts, education and Public Safety, from profits from their gaming establishment. The Bureau of Indian Affairs may persuade the tribes to give up $1.03 million in federal subsidies next year. Mark Phillips, lobbyist in Washington, D.C., who represents the Warm Springs, Umatilla, Coquille and Grand Ronde tribes, said, Perhaps because of the casino's success, the Grand Ronde were the only tribes in Oregon to give up their federal assistance. The Bureau wants to redistribute the subsidies to less prosperous tribes around the country. The subsidies, known I T Tournament director would like to show his appreciation for all who helped along the way I would like to take this time to Thank all the people who helped out During the Blackhawks 1999 "Slam and Jam" Tournament during the Weekend of April 9. 10, and 11, 1999. 1 would like to Thank Roland and Verlecn Kalama for doing the scorebook and clock, and I would like to Thank the referees for coming down to do the games, Donnie Winishut, Wanda Jiminez, Chaz Mitchell and Rick Minthorn. I especially would like to Thank Max and Kimiko Mitchell for coming down on short notice and Helping us out on Sunday when I really needed help. All of you did a Good job and it is really appreciated, and thanks to J'Dcan Kalama for the Concessions stand. All of your help is really Appreciated and the tournament Would not have run so smoothly without all your help. I also want to thank all who came down to cheer on your favorite team or Player, and to the teams who came down for the tournament; I was hoping for more teams but I felt the tournament was a success as all teams had a chance to win the championship on Sunday and their was good competition Throughout the weekend; a lot of good games. Last but not least I would like to thank all the sponsors who donated to the tournament, Warm Springs Forest Products, Warm Springs Market, The Cable Man, Edgom Oil Co., Erickson's Sentry, Fred Blodgelt, Madras Produce; the donation's were appreciated. AH in all the tournament was a Success, and I appreciated seeing the 7th Grade and under teams competing and having a good time; hope to see all of you in future tournaments. Again thanks to all and we look forward to hosting the Blackhawks 1999 "Slam and Jam" Tournament for the 21 and Under Men on April 30, May l.and 2, 1999. Samuel J. Kentura Pastor Rick offers some people issues to think about Reward offered Stolen: Family PuppyDog Type: 12 Malamute German Shcpard Color: GrayWhite with fluffy hair Size: Large as a regular dog Age: 8 months old Reward upon return call 553-1 196 X2466 8-5 pm Monday through Friday Raffle tickets still good The Thanksgiving mini pow wow wasn't canceled, it was just postponed for 6 months. Buy your raffle tickets from Kristy Olney or Robinson Mitchell's daughter. Raffle tickets that were purchased before are still good and will be used during the coming Thanksgivings pow-wow Memorial Day weekend. Hello from Pastor Rick. Well, here are some people issues to think about. If you have the time nn onr? vicit triA rlacc rrrm rf vmir as tribal priority allocation funds, help pay for forest management, childrenat school. Ihave been visiting child welfare, vocational training, scholarships for higher education and I must say there are some kids and other social services for tribal members. The Bureau of Indian that need to be hung up on a coat rack Affairs' request comes amid growing scrutiny of the federal mfcj cal.m dow"-To 'ourth; M 1-ti t jr:u, tuJi i c o,,f and fifth grade teachers- we do not government'sroleinallocatingfundstotribes.TheU.S.government pay enough SOi mom or dad distributed about $757 million last year to tribes for a range of g0 spend some time at school. To all services, including welfare, law enforcement and land management, the folks who are hitting their mates The Grand Ronde say the subsidies represent the government's and causing me to get out of my obligation to help take care of the tribes. The Bureau's plan is warm bed at two am. to be a medic or similar to aproposal introduced last year by Sen. SladeGorton, R- S!r Wash. It would have stripped half the federal funding headed to the richest 10 percent of tribes and redirected the savings estimated at $12 million to the poorest 20 percent. Phillips said $10 million to $12 million in savings would be a pittance if it were redistributed to the 450 or so tribes in need. The other problem with Bureau of Indian Affairs' plan, Phillips said, is determining which tribes qualify as poor. The nation's poorest tribes are being shortchanged by the federal government, and Sen. Gorton's out to change that," said Gorton's spokeswoman, Cynthia Bergman. "Unfortunately, the poorest tribes are going to continue to be shortchanged until the Bureau of Indian Affairs decides to do something about it."' Even among the wealthier tribes, combined revenues from gaming and federal assistance amount to about $10,000 per person, he said. "Define 'Poor' amongst people who are very poor in general," said Phillips.. Phillips said the bureau' s plan appears to be dying in committee as Congress crafts the federal budget for the next fiscal year. Only a dozen or so tribes, out of about 500 from across the nation, have agreed to give back some or all of their federal subsidies, he said. Would like to hear from friend The President is looking on re-calling reserviests back into uniform during the Crices in Kosovo. Will this be another Vietnam, or something like it a war with out end? We are always ready to fight but if it rally is necessary. We are ready to protect our country and the freedom we enjoy today. AT the begenining of world war II, we were cought flat footed so lets be prepared to face any test thay may occur in the hot spots of the world today. We've come out of Korea, in pretty fair shape and handlea the Vietnam War as well as could be expected. It's like a never ending story where the Americans are envolved in some way trying to be the good guy to settle things in apeaceful manner. Just like the Korean War, wherre everyone referred to it as just a little police action to streighten things out, which turned out to be one of the bloodiest battlefields in the world, as there were battles fought that equaled any other major battle in any war. "A Marine officer said, We have enamy in front of us, enamy in the rear, enamy on our right flank and enamy on our left flank, by God, They won't get away this time.'The Korean War where no one knew when the boys came home or who they were supposed to be fighting, so there were no marching bands and parades to greet all the troops from the Korean War. All the big battles in the South Pacific where the Japanese were sworn to die rather than give up, and that costed many many lives taking Island after Island, with Tarawa, Siapan, Iwo Jima, and Okinowa. .Well, Let's hope we won't get into anything with in the near future. Continued from page 1 ated Tribes Construction Department estimate that the cost to construct these projects is approximately $775,000. The Resolution passed on March 16, 1999 with 5 Tribal Council members voting yes, with the Chairman not voting. Resolution No. 9687 amended Resolution No. 6231, passed June 8, 1982. The Resolution was passed for the limited purpose of the 1999 ceremonial fishing season to authorize more than one fishing crew to simultaneously conduct ceremonial fisheries for the 1 999 Tribal Root Feast. The Resolution passed by the affirmative vote of 5 members with the Chairman not voting. To the Editor: Hi. My name is Mark McLoud, and I'm an old friend if Ina Anderson, a member of the Warm Springs tribe. Ina it has been at least 1 2 years since I last seen you, I would really like to hear from you. Mark McLoud 5919224 777 Stantan Blvd. Ontario, OR 97914 Happy Belated Birthday to Lil George from all your uncles & aunties & cousins Trent & Jovon, Brandon, H.D., Tony, Daffy, James, Wishbone, Adrian, Leanne, Lena & Tash mm-- a April 14th, 1999 Happy Birthday to 'Kwe'na'a Natse' Lil George Clements, you are the sunshine of our lives, there is never a dull moment when you are there! We love you very much and we will always be here for you. 'U pesa'yoo e moatse'e nume unu u supedya' Love you lots, Grandpa Harry & Grandma Pat Grandpa April 20th "Happy Birthday" Thanks for all you do for me. Love, Yazzie Editor's Note Spilyay Tymoo welcomes articles and letters from its readers. All letters, preferably 300 words or less, must be signed by the author. Letters will not be printed unless signed. Thank you letters and poetry will be published at the editor's discretion. All letters are the opinion of the author and do not reflect in any way the opinion of Spilyay Tymoo. Spilyay Tymoo reserves the right to edit all copy OR refuse publication of any material that may contain libelous or malicious statements. that is causing you to get to the point of hitting someone quicker. And if are being hit call the police quicker, and yes, get me out of bed. Finally if you hit or take hits go get help for your head. News of medicine: Using tobacco is a disease accelerator. If you have high blood pressure it goes higher, If you have blood sugar problems, tobacco keeps it stirred up. Don't let your kids smoke or chew... Please buckle up your kids in your cars or trucks. A quick tip to tune-up your marriage. Pray with each other. It doesn't have to be out loud or in old King James English. It just has to come from the heart. It really is miracle stuff for a marriage. Remember love is a fabric which never fades, no matter how often it is washed in the water of adversity and grief. Finally look for poster about a video course on parenting teens at the Warm Springs Presbyterian Church of Sunday Nights. See you in church. Rick R. Ribeiro Warm Springs Presbyterian Church' on the campus. I want to wish a very Special 21st Birthday to Ronald McKinley on April 29. 1 Want to be with you on your birthday and all of the ones to come. I love you with all my heart and more. I hope that I can give ' you everything you want onthisday. Happy..-,.,. -,,.;, Birthday Baby. Love .; Always, Jolena Warner. .1 Kahneeta looking for cooksdancers We are putting together the list for Salmon Bake Cooks and Tribal Dancers for the 1999 season at Kah : Nee-Ta. If you are interested in find ing out more about these cultural programs, please call Cindy Schmidt : at 553-1 1 1 2 ext. 3436. We have Pub lic Salmon Bakes at 6pm every Sat-' urday from Memorial Day through Labor Day, and Dance performances at 1pm every Sunday from Memorial Day through Labor Day, plus fre quent private Salmon Bakes or Dance Performances from April 15- Octo ber 15. We need lots of people to keep up with the demand for these services, so we welcome your participation! Auntie Tasheena, for our ador able & inspiring auntie on your 16th birthday! You are always in our thoughts & prayers! With love your niece & nephews, NorimaFaye, Logi & Nathaniel i Uncle Winnerjoe, You are truly an enthusiastic & lovable big brother we can look up to. Happy 15th Birthday! Always your niece & nephs, NorimaFaye, Logi, & NayNay ! Tasheena & Winnerjoe: Have a great day ! You have many adventures ahead. Choose your path wisely. Happy Birthday! Always, Thomas Happy belated Birthday ' to Mommy's question monster whose smiles lights up my life. I nve vou forever. Denise, Bruce & Big bro Matt Excess property for sale The Confederated Tribes has the equipment listed below for sale to tribal members on a bid process. This equipment is not in working condition and is being offered for salvage only. Minimum bid for items is $300.00. Items are as follows: , Catapiller D4 Dozer , 1954 REO 2-12 TON 6x6 Truck with Crane & Drag Line Several vending machines to be sold as a group Bid sheets may be picked up at the tribal warehouse in the industrial park. Place bid form in envelope and turn in at the purchasing department in the administration building by 4-30-99. Mark envelope "Property Sale Bid" The highest bidders will be notified on 5-3-99. To those who stood by me Hello to all my friends and relatives, I would just like to take this time to give my love and respect to all the people who have stood by me, while I've been doing this bid. It has shown me who is really down with me. The true colors have came to the surface. I would also like to send a smoke signal to all my brothers in these iron houses; keep representin, stay strong & and stay on the red road. I'm now in Cali. & it's all good! I'll holla when I see you, till then keep in touch! Much love & Respect, Casey D. Smith P.S. To all you youngsters out there; quit faking you ain't gonna ever be a chamucklee, Creator made you red for a reason!! -H U llllll " HI" T H mmmmiMmr "l ' I I i r, ..... t t i . jTT:S--i w j . .2 V.'i. April 15th Aunt Girlie Happy Birthday Love, Trevern, Paul & Jeremiah r v April 23, 1999 "Happy ? Birthday" to a niece, cousin, auntie from: Phyllis & Alexander Tohet Harvianne & Lupita; David & Annette LeCIaire & all rest of the rug-rats Eric, Johnnie, Liza. Jr., Burger & Ellery LeCIaire April 14, 1999 "Happy ??? Birthday" to Vicky "Packy" PolkMuldrow From your sis Phyllis Tohet, your bro-in-law Alex, your niece: Harvianne & Lupita Ocampo April 20th Happy Birthday Grandpa Love you Paul & Jeremiah Happy Birthday Samuel Scott 423 from the one who shares your Birthday. Happy Birthay to Miss Pretty Brat Love Uncle Paul Theyliah, I love you Happy Birthay Jeremiah Theyliah, Be happy Have a Happy Birthday Love Uncle Yaz Dad Happy Birthday with love always, Leah April 23, 1999 "Happy Birthday Mutsi" (Gloria Queahpama) And wish you many more to come. How old are you now??? From your sis, Phllis & Bro-in-law Alexander; your niece Harvianne, granddaughter Lupita Ocampo, your nephew David LeClalire Sr. & Annette, Eric, Johhnie, Liza, Jr. . & Ellery LeCIaire Happy Birthday April 28 Laneda Thinking of you always Auntie Selena and family r M Small Tiny hands coming into my life Small Tiny toes walking in to my heart You're so precious to me Sweetheart! "I'll love you Always" my heart is yours Grandma Leah 1