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HEPPNER GAZETTE TIMES, HEPPNER, OREGON, THURSDAY, MAY 17, 1928. PAGE EIGHT public phrimt (Continued from Page Four.) on any subject, In the court room and will ask Judge Benge and Com missioner B. if they have ever put their eyes upon such letter. Yours trulv, BERT MASON. (Signed) (Signed) (Signed) MR. McCALEB REPLIES. To the Taxpayers: Mr. Bert Mason in his article of last week seems to think that he is representative of the entire Mor row county. He states that a change in the personnel of the purchasing agent would be very acceptable or agreeable. As he purchasing of all supplies (excepting as stated in my former answer to the question) is done by the court and any thine that I buy iiK emergency cases is O.K.'d and nassed on by the court, 1 would in fer that he wishes the court to resign. I do not know just who he has in mind to take over the affairs. It has been quite evident for some time that Mr. Mason and a few others are against the government. but it is just probable that they do not represent the public in gen eral nor the producer who is the real taxpayer. As to my position as roadmaster, which is his main object of attack, I think he should be able to see from the following he may be wrong. Last December was the time for me to attend to the renewal of my contract In the matter over I was enrnurae-ed bv Judge Benge and others that my work was satisfac tory. I made application tor renewal of for.tract which was sign ed without question or debate, first by Judge Benge, second by u. r. Davdison and third by u. A. sieaK- man. Codv of contract: "In the County Court of the State of Oregon for Morrow County. "In the Matter of the Appoint ment of County Road-Master. "Now at this time this matter coming on to be heard upon the aDDlication of Wn. Lee McCaleo for appointment as County Roau-Mas- ter for Morrow county ior me term of four years from date here of, and the Court being fully advis ed in the premises. "It is therefore Ordered that Wm Lee McCaleb be, and he hereby is, appointed County Road-Master for Morrow County for the term of four years from date hereof, and that the bond of said wm. J-.ee mciaieD as County Road-Master heretofore filed herein be, and the same hereby is. approved. "Dated this 20th day of Decem ber, 1927. "R. L. BENGE, County Judge. "L. P. DAVIDSON, G. A. BLEAKMAN, Commissioners. "'Endorsed.' Filed Dec. 21st, 1927. "GAY M. ANDERSON, Clerk.1 Webster says, "A lie is to say do that which is intended to de ceive another, when he has a right to know the truth, or when moral ity requires a just representation. I was asked by Mr. Mason how much was paid Mr. Dempsey for hauling rock and I stated the price. Judge Benge thought that l was in error. I stated that I thought my figures were correct, but added that the bill lies there on the table. My statement was correct Mr. Mason displayed quite an elaborate exhibit of figures. I told him they were not correct but he said they would "iron out" 1 did not get the meaning of that ohrase but think I understand it now. The old suit that is twisted and wrinkled does not look good to the public oye, but after it has been pressed there is a difference. I asked Mr. Mason twice if he would be honest enough 1n this matter to correct his figures, and the only answer was as stated above. Mr. Mason would have you believe that I as roadmaster was drawing down from the county hundreds of dollars and no one wise to the fact This was discussed at the court meeting and he knew the truth, but he did not publish it As stated to him and others pre sent X was hired in begir ning at a salary of 1200.00 per month. During the slack times when crops were poor, Judge Campbell and Mr. Waters, county clerk at that time, asked me if it would be agreeable to cut down my salary until times were a little better. It was a verbal agreement and we are still working under same. In the construction of the market roads I was requested by state en gineer to keep the records for him and charge same to the market roads. I have had to work nights and Sundays to keep this work up in order that the state engineers could make their reports. Since Mr. Harris took over the work there has been no charge made by me nor have I received any pay. I did not keep an office assistant at $170.00 per month as does Mr, Harris, and the total charge I made does not exceed $400.00 per year. No doubt Mr. Mason has the fig ures for to my knowledge and his the county records have been quite thoroughly searched, lms searcn ing commenced some months ago and the cost of same is being paia by the taxpayers. It appears the Bearch was not made to get at facts but as a means leading to a certain end. Our best citizens can see that end is not to benefit the farmer and taxpayer. I did not, in answer to Mr. Mason's question, say that Mr, Dempsey would haul rock cheaper than anyone else. 1 am say ana will repeat that we are getting the work done cheaper with Mr. Demp sey hauling. The government gave the county a number of trucks. The court hired drivers and tried to make a success, but found out even with the trucks as a gift It was chennr to hire Mr. Dempsey. The drivers did not understand trucks, did not care If same were hroke down and had to get mech anics to repair end whole works held up. I can safely say there has not been a five minute delay caused by Mr. Dempsey In all the years he has worked for the county. We have never had to wait for him 'to empty our bins, and besides he has been of great help in keeping the work going in other ways. Any of you farmers or practical business men know that the cost per yard in getting our rock hauled does not figure so much as does the time required with the crusher and crews that are at work. The quicker the work is done, the less the expense. Mr. JJempsey is paia cents for the first mile, you ill note, however, he is only get ting 10 cents extra on the second mile. Also will state that many extra yards were hauled over the break-in miles without extra charge by Mr. Dempsey. Mr. DeniDsev. in his hauling, has to "begin from the crusher and dump, and is continuously going over the soft dirt and loose rocks. The figures published by Mr. Mason regrading what the state is paying is misleading and it would appear intended to keep from the public that which they have a right to now. From the best information can get the state hauling is over paved or macadam roads and per haps two miles to the first dump, One can readily see how it can be done cheaper. I am not saying that the figures published are not cor rect However, I do not have any records cheaper than 18 cents. At any rate the comparison is unjust and I do not believe were given in good faith. Mr. Mason asks if I require Mr. Dempsey to furnish bond, and If require bids and I have a writ ten order from the court He would have you believe that I make agree ments and issue pay checks for hundreds of thousands of the tax payers' money without any re straint or confirmation. Mr. Mason knows what my duties are. He has access to the laws governing same. He knows I have nothing to say regarding bids or bonds. He knows that I do not issue checks or spend your money. He knows I check all the time sheets and see that all board and other charges are ' deducted from the men on the work and that issue a voucher to the county court showing same in detail. These vouchers are all acted on and pass ed by the county court 'Tis true the banks and stores accept these vouchers as cash, but the court passes on them and I am held re sponsible in case of error. Mr. Mason also would have you know that Mr. Harris is under bond, but he neglected to inform you that I also am under bond, It appears that Mr. Mason or his committee checked the records of bills paid by the county court for months back and as far as I know found only one item they could use for their purpose in view. That item showed on the bill as follows: 14. pick handles $18.00. There was so much said in regard to this bill that Mr. Frank Gilliam whom you all know has had years of exper ience in hardware business, came to the court house to investigate. It was he that first suggested that an error was made in the billing. We ordered 24 pick handles and received 24 handles. We have the order that was placed and all the checkings from the shipping clerk ahnwln? how many were shipped. The girl in making bill mistook the figure 2 for a figure l wnicn is ex cusable after seeing the copy she had to make her work from. The price of $9.00 per dozen is a bartrnln for they are not your cheap handles that are continually break ing. We still have most of them in stock and others in use giving good satisfaction. After all even had the county court been stung on the cost of the pick handles, don't you tax payers or farmers wnom Mr. jnasun is pleased to call "fiorny nsiea, ue lieve it a pretty good record? Just r,np nlace to find where Howard Cooper Corp. overcharged and still they didn't? Would lust like to asK uie tax payers a few questions, jusi who is it that wants me county iu uu; their own trucks and make all this money that they claim Mr. Demp sey is making? Is it because they are so deeply interested in the coun ty or is it the big commission tney might receive if they could sell sev eral trucks? Just who is it that would like to see your organization broken up and have your work done oy con tractors? Just who is It that wants the county court to pay with your money $2.00 more for grader wheels plus" a 10 percent commission than they can get them ior direct, is it because they have the best inter ests of the county at heart? Nothing has been concealed in the court's work, nor neither has it in mv records. Thev are open for inspection. All of this slime has been mixed and the time set to start the propagan da. If not why did they not come to the front long before instead of waiting until just before election.' I believe the real reason for the whole thing from the beginning was to change the personnel of tne county court in order to attain the hidden object in view. I am pleas ed to say that one thing has exploded. Mr. Mason, in order to keep out Wish to apologize to the public and the press for the time and space taken. This has been my first ap- npnrnnce in the press and I trust of a libel suit has signed a state ment saying he was in error regard ing the accusation he has broadcast regarding Howard Cooper Corpora tion. Now Mr. Taxpayers do you think he was in error or do you think he spread that report willfully and ma liciously? Do you think Bert Mason an ignoramus and not capable of knowing who it is that signs a let ter? If this statement and the big "Bertha" of all is retracted and admitted untrue, how much of the rest can you depend on? Am won dering just what the other barrel is loaded with, and If he shoots again just how much of it will hit a mark. I do not believe you voters will be caught by his propaganda; it will be the last. W. L. McCALEB. A 1000-acre Btock ranch for sale; 150 acres cultivated. 7 miles north of Monument $7000. Easy terms. If interested write or phone I. N. Harrison, Top, Oregon. 5-10. SPEEDWAY CORDS Built by Goodyear 30x3i2 $5.95 29x4.40 $7.45 Heppner Garage THURSDAY AND FRIDAY, MAY 17 AND 18: KARL DANE and GEORGE K. ARTHUR In "ROOKIES" With Marceline Day. You'll learn about laughing from this one. Six months In jail or a month in training camp! So he became a rookie and what he learned was nobody s Dusiness. complica tions, thrills, and laughs, laughs, laughs. Also Daphne Pollard and the Sennett Girls in THE SWIM PRINCESS, another two reel comeay wun sequences in uuiur. SATURDAY, MAY 19: L0N CHANEY in . . "MOCKERY" WITH AN ALL STAR CAST. The Man ef a Thousand Faces and a thousand arts in his most m-ini effort He is a timid Russian peasant, dragged into the n,mrirr.nl nf evolt azainst his will, who runs against the spy net work, and comes through in a crisis with an act of the greatest sacrifice. Also Cartoon Comedy, News Reel and Oddities. SUNDAY AND MONDAY, MAY 20 AND 21: AT.FC B. FRANCIS, the Screen's Foremost Character Actor, tn "THE MUSIC MASTER" with Ti,ii Mnran Xpil Hamilton and Norman Trevor. Based on the play that made David Warneld famous. The Music Master crossed the Atlantic and through a score of yeas sought for his stolen daughter and vengeance Anil when he found her. only Love remained. The most poig nant story ever played before the footlights becomes the most dramatic photodrama of the day. A picture that will linger pleasantly in your memory through the years to come. Also Charley Chase In THE STING OF STRINGS, 2-reel comedy. CHILDREN 20c ADULTS 40c TUESDAY and WEDNESDAY, MAY 22 & 23: LARS HANSON and EARNEST TORRENCE in "CAPTAIN SALVATION" With PAULINE STARKE and MARCELINE DAY. Mighty as the sea In thrills. Out of a terrific storm and ship werck he rescued the sole Burvlvor, a girl of rare and intriguing beauty. Into his life she brought romance such as ne never aream- ed possible, stirring adventure and unforgettable tnruis. A Sea Thriller you won't forget Also comedy and News Reel. ' COMING NEXT WEEK Tom Mix and Tony In THE CIRCUS ACE May 24 and 25 Milton Sills and Betty Bronson In PARADISE May 26 The Duncan Sisters in TOPSY AND EVA May 27 and 28 Richard Barthelmess In RANSOM'S FOLLY May 29 and 30 FOR SALE 1927 14-ft Case com bine. Has cut 600 acres. Good as new. See or write Harry or Sam Turner, Heppner, Ore. j tf. For Sate 250 head of ewes and their lambs for sale. Address Frank Helms, Echo, Oregon. 8tf. PHONE , or leave orders at Phelps Grocery Co. Home Phone 1102 "HELLO III I - SllP I HEPPNER TRANS- C fJ!hb m FER COMPANY We're moving tnio a NEW . JTyftfei home at our present ad- f 1 1 U 1 U A O Jt& dress! Not really a new f r WNSf&it j one. . . Jacfc and 1 are I (JtKl If fflgCksM modernizing the old home. 1 . yT- X.t;t"rawJ I've always wanted a eov tMgV n "JUL ' mi.J I Last year alone, Amerl- I 8 T$ 1? 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Jack is building a lattice fence in the back yard and also a big tree scat for hot summer days and Our new 40 year CEDAR SIIIXdLE roof laid right over the old shingles makes the home more com- fortrtl' weather. i icll me what you IS ':k of our new entrance. The Architects of the TUM-A-LUM LUMBER CO. helped us plan it aMt "They like to help folks bvil'l" - 'SWEET JI feature of the NEW Maytag aluminum washer THE astonishing smoothness, the remarkable absence of vibration,' that characterize the movements of the NEW Maytag Washer, are silent but striking evidence of perfect engineering. As the automobile mechanic would say, it is "Sweet Running." The Roller Water Remover of the New Maytag marks another advance in washing machine construction. Its never-crush roll thoroughly removes the surplus soap and water from the DefmrrmJ Puymmntt You'll Ntvmr MUt clothes with perfect safety to delicata buttons and filmy laces. 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