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Editorial and Opinion
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Smoke Signals August 1994
Editorial Policy
Letters From Our Readers
Smoke Signals Is a publication of the Confederated Tribes of
the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon. We have recently adopted an
Editorial Policy that encourages Input from readers about stories
printed In Smoka Signals as well as other tribal Issues. However, all
letters from readers must be received at the Newsletter Office no
later than the 20th of each month, with the author's signature,
address, and phone number In order to be considered for publication.
Letters must be printed or typed, and cannot exceed 300
words. Smoke Signals reserves the right to edit any letter for clarity
and length, and to refuse publication of any letter or any part of a letter
that may contain libelous statements or personal attacks. Not all
letters are guaranteed publication upon submission. Published
letters do not necessarily reflect the opinions of Smoke Signals, tribal
employees, or Tribal Council. Mall letters to: SMOKE SIGNALS, 9615
Grand Ronde Rd, Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347 ATTN: Tracy Olson
Hot weather has reminded us of
how scorching and dry Oregon
summers can be.
Mid-summer brings increasing
threat of forest fires.
Forestry officials predict that this
year may have the highest potential
of dangerous forest fires since 1 988.
Tribal members who are driving the
highways, going into the woods for
hiking, camping, picnicking and
wood gathering must be extra careful.
NEW
Name:
OLD
Address
Cut out and mail to:
Smoke Signals
9615 Grand Ronde Road
Grand Ronde, Oregon 97347
Hot weather brings health and safety problems
When hot weather strikes, people
should drink plenty of water and
juices; avoid strenuous exercise
and exertion during the hot part of
the day; keep out of the sun to
avoid burning and heat exhaustion;
Letters
Jury 19, 1994
Dear fellow tribal members:
The Lancour family will be endorsing the candidacies of Robert Haller, Ed
Pearsall, and Eugene LaBonte in the upcoming tribal election.
We believe that it is time for the Tribe to discuss the implementation of
per capita payments for tribal members. This would seem an equitable way
for tribal members, many of whom live outside of the service area, and thus
have no access to the opportunities shared by those in the Grcnd Ronde
urea, to benefit fairly from tribal revenues.
This is an opportune time to elect new representatives to the Tribal
Council. People who will look out for the interest of aJHribal members.
Haller, Pearsall, and LaBonte assure us that they will do this. We support
these candidates in their election bid and urge all tribal members, who are
interested in equal benefits for all, to support them.
The Lancour Family
Marlena Lancour
Novalee Lancour
Ernest Lancour, Jr.
Joseph Lancour
Editor's Note:
The Tribe operates several programs that benefit members of
the Tribe regardless of location or residence, including some of
the education and housing programs. On the other hand,
nearly all federal programs, by federal law, are limited to
members of the six-county service area.
Tribal members must help prevent forest fires
wear light, loose clothing.
We should be especially alert for
heat-associated problems with the
elderly or ill. They may be less
resistant to heat problems. Watch
carefully for symptoms of heat
exhaustion and heat stroke.
Small children, pets and plants need
special attention. All need extra
water. Tots and pets should be
protected from the heat Never leave
them closed up in parked cars.
"PLEASE USE THIS REQUEST FORM OR A PHOTO COPY OF THIS FORM FOR ABSENTEE BALLOT RtQUEiT
TRIBAL ELECTIONS 1994
Absentee Ballot Request
l, .
Print Enrolled Name Roll w
an eligible voter of the Confederated Tribes of the Grand Ronde Community of Oregon wish
to have an absentee ballot sent to me at the following address:
Mailing Address
Gry County
REQUEST MUST BE SIGNED TO BE VALID:
Mail this request to:
State
Zip
Election Committee
POBox99
Grand Ronde, OR 97347
I need a Voter Registration mailed to me: ( ) yes
Signature
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Caution must be used with
cigarettes, camp fires, vehicle
exhausts and chain saws. A tiny
spark can ignite a devastating forest
fire.
Lightning strikes set off many
forest fires. We can't control the
lightning, but we do have control
over our own behavior.
Take those necessary safety
precautions in our forest The woods
are our heritage - and will be a big
part of our children's future.