SpilyayTymoo
Warm Springs, Oregon
July 15, 1999 3
E Coosh EEWA: Tlie way it is
Missed the NAJA meeting in
Seattle, WA., July 8, 9, 10, 1999.
This was the "Unity 99,
convention which included the
Native American, Hispanic,
Asian and the Black Journanilts
from across the country.
It was reported that a record
number of participants, around
7,000 who were in attencance.
This year marked the 15th
annavesery of the Native
American Journalists
Association, (NAJA). Brings back
some fond memories of when
the first meeting was held in Perm
State University, College Town, Pennsylvania. It all started when
the Journalism Professor sent out invitations to several Indian News
Editors to meet on the Campus and discuss a possibility of
establishing of this nature. The Professor was William Dulaney. It's
been years since he has made the scene, but he is never forgotten.
The two day meeting at Perm State concluded with a group called
the Native American Press Association, (NAPA).
In the beginning the roads were rough and rocky, but the few of us
took the bumps right along determined to get this association a
going to where today the Association is called, "The Native American
Journalists Association," and is doing real well, but at first it was no
picnic, as we would travel from one part of the country to another
trying to recruit members to get the association on its feet. There
were several individuals who were reluctant to join this elite group
of editors, as they would day they didn't think this would work
because there had been several groups in the past who tried to get
something like this going but only folded after a short time. But that
didn't discourage the few of us who were doing what ever we could
to make this work. We met in Colorado, Pheonix, Reno, Tucson,
Portland, Oklahoma and a few more places and some how we were
able to get a foot hold and started in the right direction. I can still see
those faces who stuck things out working hard to get this organization
On itS feet. ..-:.. -..n i. : ,;.-..:..,;....,.,.,.,,...
Like I said we had meetings in different parts of the country on
reservations or in government buildings to cut costs and one place
still sticks out in my mind and that was the time we met in
Tuskahoma, Oklahoma, near MacAllister, way out in the boonies
where no one told the grounds keeper that we were going to be
staying there for a few days, so when 5 O'Clock came he shut down
all the power, and utilities and went home for the night, and here we
were left with no power of any kind, no running water, we were like
up that creek you know, with out a paddle. It was very interesting,
we with no means of lights or water, but we intertained our selves
by chasing Armadilla's aroung the campus that night.
Yep! It was quite a ways out in the country but we made it out in
flying colors. We went on with our meeting as though nothing had
happened at all. It was comical after everything was over, but at the
time it was a little diaturbing. ',
One thing I can say for all the meetings we had in different parts of
the country is that we got to see a lot of the other reservations and
the country side. We had a meeting in Rapid City, So. Dakota, and
that was the first time I got to see Mt. Rushmore, and the construction
site of that monument of "Chief Crazyhorse."
We moved our head office several times finally we settled in
Boulder, Colorado, for a short spell, because it was a fairly centerally
located area. It was hard to really decide where the best location
would be because of the officers who were active at that time. No
matter where we would discuss there wouled be some who would
have a long way to travel, but Boulder seemed to be the place at that
time.
All down those earlier years we've had some great times at our
annual meetings, one of our first meetings was held at our Resort
here at Kah-Nee-Ta, and there are so many comical stories that goes
along with every place, we've been. At one meeting the board
decided it was my birthday and told the proprietors that we were
having a party and they gave us a big discount, they even had girls
come to my table and sing to me. Ocourse I ate that stuff up!! Pretty
girls giving me all that attention. "It was A-Okey!!"
Of course in the beginning there is always problems on having a
perfect gathering. We are just a hundred miles from the Portlant
Airport, but we managed to get all the participants to the meeting.
Well today everything is going on the right track and that's all that
matters to me, which mekes me real happy for all those who are
carrying the ball now and the road is much smoother now
eventhough there might be a few bumps here and there. I was
disheartened to miss this great meeting in Seattle, Unity 99, but I
hope to see you all at the next NAJA convention.
Easy Credit Plan: 100 down:.
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Grandmother remembered with love
To the editor,
Mable Eyle's Memorial. As this
was a very hard loss for our family,
all of our family, Santos, Denny's,
Calica's, etc.
During my Grandma's sickness, I
thought "maybe" she'd get better,
but hen again, she lived a long, long
life, longer than many of us wish to
live these days.
Finally, Mable was tired, Mablc
wanted to be with "Margie" and her
husband "Bill Eyle" in the promised
land. Well, I hope she's there now
and that "Margie & Bill" and God are
taking care of her now.
We all miss you Grandma Mable,
I will miss your quietness, smile and
laughter. In ending, I would like to
thank the people who helped out and
supported and gave guidance to my
mother Lena T. Santos, a very big
"Thank you" to Pat, Tanawasha for
leading the Shaker services and for
Six steps to help :
your teenager l
To the editor, !
Hello from Pastor Rick. The final
session on teens is passing on the
faith. Spirituality is a major part of
life. Without a walk with God the
person is not whole. So how does a
parent share the fullness of God to a
teen?
First: Principles-Weave the truths
of the bible into the discussions of
life. DO NOT BIBLE THUMP.
SHARE. 'I
Second: Pattern. All teens and kids
learn by watching you.
Third: Be persistent. Keep the
weaving of life going and the pattern
of life consistent.
Fourth: Participation. Get in
volved with your teen's life. Do things
with them.
Fifth: Praise. Praise God and
praise your teen.
Sixth: Prayer. Pray with your
kids...Read II Timothy 1:3-5 and II
Timothy 3:14-15 for the passing of
the faith. -
Let us praise and pray for the
continued work of the staff of the
Warm Springs Elementary School
for the July school program. Great
work. A new prayer for Warm
Springs. BeerDrugs plus fire. A grass
fire kills all living things. Please don't
start a bad fire on purpose. And watch
closely the good ones. Even a Bar-B-Q
can start a killing fire. No tobacco
or beer for kids. Buckle-up the little
ones. Hugs not Hits. Love and be
loved.
See you in church.
Rev. Rick R. Ribeiro
WS Presbyterian Church
(On the campus)
Are you missing
anything since Pi-
Ume-Sha?
If you missing a beautifully beaded
fan, a drum stick or hair tie.... .and
can identify these items left at the Pi
Ume Shacelebration, call Longhouse
Lucy at 541.553.3222 and we will
return your property!
Longhouse lucy
Happy "13th" Birthday
Raggy "AKA" Rae Ann
Good job this year.
Keep the good work up.
Make good choices on
the friends you want.
Love, Grandma Marie,
Grandpa Jody, Direlole,
Shirods Kale'a & Gladys
We always love u! Your family
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all who came to pray with us. My
family, Irene & Ashcly Jimenez,
Recto Santos from California,
Alberto & Brenda Santos, "Little
Albert" & Bernadcttc Santos, Susan
na. Thank you again; "Juanita" for
speaking what was on your mind.
Also Donctta & little "Margie" for
being there.
Also to the cooks, no I didn't
forget, Ruby Reed, my dearest and
only Godmother. Your help is al
ways valuable and you're always
there for us. Lucille, your work was
very appreciated, also would tike to
thank whoever helped in the kitchen.
Peace & Love. Again,
Thanks to all,
The Tenth child of
Lena Tewee Santos
& Fifth granddaughter
of Mable Henning Eyle
Teresa Santos Howe
"Alice"
When they was giving out sisters
i in Heaven. I got the best choice!
My sis is my best friend.
My sister is my shoulder to cry on.
My sister helps me dig out of my
holes.
My sister is beautiful inside and
,out.
My sister is the rock and much
more.
I love my sister more than any
thing!
Her nickname is "Marian" like
the song.
She's earned that name in every
way.
I wish her the riches of the world.
Written with Love,
Lois Ann Knight
For sale or take
overpayments
For sale or take over payments on
1995 Ford Four Winds RV, the re
mainder of the loan is $31,888. Be
cause of my age I may not have time
to pay off this loan, and I do not want
to burden my family. I enjoyed trav
eling on this RV to powwows.
If interested come check this RV
out at Wolfpoint 6604 or call house
phone 553-8439 or IHS 553-2460.
Thank you for your
support
I didn't get to raise my pig for
4-H this year. I also didn't get to
be a counselor at Gladys Grants
church camp. I missed it this
year. But I would like to thank
all of the people who bought
tickets from me, and those few
who truly believed I could win.
And most of all, thanks to my
lil'brother and sister who prayed
for me and believed I could win,
and they were right!
Once again, thanks for your
support.
Valerie Sarah Suppah
Miss Pi-Ume-Sha 1999-2000.
Whereever Upward bound
is hope you are working hard
and learning in your classes. We
wanted to let you know in all
our busy-ness, we think of you.
To the , "soldier," according you
your cousins, Redsky and Rosey.
Hang in their!!
To our niece and and Cuz,
Tashna Sally Hicks
love, Uncle, Auntie, Valerie,
Redsky and Rosey Suppah
Happy 19th Birthday
John Kalama
Love, Mom, Dad & Tribe
Memorial services
To tht editor,
Memorial has been set for Luther
Danzuka and Patricia Leno-Baker,
August 7, 1999, at the Agency
Longhouse.
The dinner will be at this time, it
will be a full year since the passing of
the above mentioned loved ones.
The family would like to invite all
families, friends and relatives to the
dinner and give at this time.
All family members had agreed
that this would not be held until a full
year has past by.
Sincerely,
Arlent Smith, daughters
Committee thanks
To the editor,
We would talk this opportunity to
thank all the Pi-Ume-Sha Traditional
Parade participants. We would espe
cially like to thank Delvis Heath and
Nola Queahpama for giving us the
honor to be the Grand Marshals this
year. And special thank you to Emma
Smith for the help in getting Mrs.
Taylor to be Honorable Grand
Marshall along with Mr. Vic Atiyah.
And we also had Nelson Wallulatum
as an Honorable Grand Marshall.
Thank you all for participating this
year.
We are forever grateful to the lo
cal VFWWarm Springs Veterans
because you are always there willing
and waiting to lead the parade. We
"Brother" seeking
To the editor,
Dear Reader, I am in need of help.
I am an enrolled member of Warm
Springs. I am in a situation that I
have absolutely no control of. I've
been incarcerated for close to 12
years. My sanction is completed as
of February 13, 1999, which is the
day I was suppose to get out, but
didn't because I didn ' t have a "Wash
ington source for a parole plan." In
other words, a family member lo
cated in Washington who would al
low me to stay at their home, at least
until I could get on my feet and
become dependent on my own.
I've heard from other Native
brothers that there are Native Ameri
can Resources located in the Seattle
area, such as missions, mental health,
For your information, the Staff
at the Print Shop are pleased to
let the public know, we have
two youth workers on board.
Daleena Frank and Joey Badoni,
Jr. are working for use until the
end of the summer. Hi!
Daleena and Joey!!
The Print Shop Staff
Across the miles!!
We had a good visit and look
forward to seeing you again!
To Delson and Lori Suppah
Family
from: Big Rat and Lucy Suppah
Family
Hey! Thanks for the letter and
card, we were looking for you
during Pi-Ume-Sha
Our prayers are with you across
the arizona desert....aye....
To my son and daughter, her
companion and all my beautiful
grandchildren, Roderick, Austin
and babygirl (the pixs look
liker cheryl when she was the
baby girl)
Leif Suppah and Cheryl Mae
Suppah Sam in the land of
Arizona
love Dad, Lucy and Val, Redsky
and Rosey
Hip Hip HIP HOORAY!!!
Out to the RAT PAC T-ball
Team 1999. Thanks for being the
undefeated champs.
Thank-you, Mr. Medina of the
Spilyay Tymoo for taking the
time to come and take pictures
of the kids!
THE RAT PAC COACH
Big Rat, his assistants, and
Lil'mr. smith
Keep your head up and continue
with school and work. Our
prayer are with you and our
grandchildren for my daughter
Sheri Suppah and our
grandchildren in Mesa, Arizona
love. Dad, lucy and Valerie,
Redsky and Rosey
set for loved ones
Lillian Wahey, family
Roberta Greene, family
Bruce and Barbara Jim, family
Jeff Sanders, Jr., family
Keith Baker,
Patricia "Pixie " Holliday, family
Other family & friends, relatives
If anyone has any questions please
feel free to call us at 553-9083 or
check with the family in the
community.
Please note: This past weekend
was not at the request of this family,
but another familly needed to clear
their way to dance or participate in
powwows or other activities.
participants
are very proud of each and everyone
of you and big THANK YOU goes
out to all of you.
To all the other participants in the
parade, you all were great and we
appreciate your time you put into
being in the parade, thank you.
I know the Pi-Ume-Sha commit
tee would like to invite you all back
next year 2000.
Sincerely,
Geneva Charley,
Animal Richard Tohet,
Sarah Green Gonsalez,
Ramona Green Baez,
Alexander Tohet,
Max Mitchell,
Elizabeth Hisatake &
Rhonda Smith
help of others
and Drug & alcohol treatment avail
able. I have absolutely no access to
getting any literature about these pro
grams. This is why I come to you for
help, names and addresses to any
Native American Help Centers or
treatment centers, missions, etc. lo
cated in the Seattle, WA area that
would or might help a brother. Would
be greatly appreciated.
If you do not wish to help, its very
understandable. But I can really use
the help, It will be greatly appreci
ated." i. . ' : t w f r
Much Love & Respect
to all my relations...
Jessie E. Jones 949882-SEG-343
Washington State Reformatory
PO Box 777
Monroe, WA 98272-0777
Seeking address
of a friend
To the editor,
My name is Lynette Dixey. I am
from Fort Hall, Idaho. In the summer
of 1984, I went to the Northwest
Indian Health Board Summer En
richment Program in Portland, OR. I
met a young lady by the name of
Allie Smith from Warm Springs, OR.
Allie and I were good friends.
About two months ago, my brother
was cleaning out his closet and come
across a box which he thought was
mine. In the box contained a memory
album. Looking through the album, I
discovered it belonged to Allie. I
would like to return her memories
back to her. If you could, could you
please print this message in your
paper or get a hold of her and let her
know I have this album. My address
is: Lynette Dixey; Rt. 3 Box 251;
Blackfoot, ID 83221 (208)782-0494.
Thank you for your help.
Sincerely,
Lynette Dixey
Congratulation out to our
daughter, Valerie Sarah Suppah,
Miss Pi-Ume-Sha.
We are happy and proud
for you.
Love,
Dad and Mom, Redsky and
Rosey Suppah
Happy Belated Birthday to
MOM!
June 21We love you!!
Your ol'man BigRat,
Valerie, Redsky and
Rosey
I tiidn't forget, my pride and joy
Happy Birthday!
Wishing you the best
Lil'Bull Owl Suppah
love Dad, lucy and kids
Happy 7th Birthday to
Redskywalker Suppah
our 4th of July Baby!!!
Lore,
Dad, Mom, Valerie and
RvseyGirl