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About Heppner gazette-times. (Heppner, Or.) 1925-current | View Entire Issue (Sept. 14, 1939)
J Thursday, Sept. 14, 1939 HeDDner Gazette Times vvi, viC6un -rage seven Herman Neilson, dean of Hardman residents, was among the large con tingent attending funeral rites here Saturday for his old-time friend and neighbor, the late John A. Adams. Having followed a seafaring life for some twelve years in his youth, in which time he sailed the seven seas, -this 82-year-old pioneer resident was considerably interested in world developments since declaration of the last war. His own navy life included a stretch in Uncle Sam's navy following several years in the merchant marine. It was on dismis sal from the navy in San Francisco that he came to eastern Oregon in 1882, having accompanied a buddy to work on a sheep ranch in the Hock creek district. From there he came to Hardman where he has since resided. Despite many years of rigorous life on the farm and his advanced age, Mr. Neilson still car ries himself with the erect posture of a sailor. Mr. and Mrs. Clyde Wells and son, Billy, were week end visitors with relatives and friends from Pendle ton. Billy arrived at the parental home recently from Washington, D. C, where he attended summer school at George Washington university. After completing his first year at Columbia university, New York, on a scholarship won by work at Whit man college, he obtained a position at the national capital and attended summer school at the same time. He expected to leave on the 19th on the return to New York where he will again attend Columbia on scholar ship while taking his second year of law. Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Ridings de parted in their car Snuday morning destined for New York where each will resume teaching duties with the beginning of the new school year. Mr. Ridings is an assistant coach at Columbia university, while Mrs. Rid ings teaches kindergarten at River side Memorial church. Mrs. Ridings spent much of the summer here at the home of her parents, Mr. and Mrs. M. D. Clark, while Mr. Ridings was located at Eugene, assisting at the farm of his parents. Mrs. Lena White departed the first of the week for Caldwell, Ida ho, where she will reside during the school year and continue her work as house mother at a collegs sorority. Henry Aiken returned the first of the week from a motor trio to Los Angeles which he enjoyed as a guest of the Pendleton Buick agency. The national Buick convention was in centive for the trip, while Mr. Aiken enjoyed a visit at the home of his brother, Jared, in Beverley Hills. Jared is Los Angeles manager for a leading casualty insurance company. Elmer Putnam of Newberg is as sisting at the local branch, First Na tional bank of Portland, coming from the Newberg branch of the bank where he was employed with E. L. Morton, former local bank manager. Putnam followed newspapering in the Yamhill county city for several years before starting his banking career. E. J. Merrill, Jim Hams and Blaine Chapel were among folk from Hard man attending rites here Saturday for the late John A. Adams. Among older residents in point of service to his community, Mr. Merrill had ser ved for a good many years on the Hardman school board with Mr. Ad ams. Mr. and Mrs. Vawter Parker mov ed their residence this week from the Reid apartments to the Iler house at the north end of Gale street. The W. S. Bennett family who resided there before have mov ed to the house recently purchased from Mr. and Mrs. T. Babb. Mr. and Mrs. Hubert Gaily re turned the first of the week from a week's vacation spent in Wallowa county where relatives and many frieds of Mr. Gaily, former Enter prise boy, were visited. Mr. Gaily is now back on the job as cashier at the local P. P. & L. office. Louis Gilliam, lookout for the summer at Matteson butte, was re lieved of his work this week and has been spending several days in town before going to Corvallis this week end to arrange studies for the coming school year. He plans to re turn for a deer hunt. Mr. and Mrs. Barton Clark were Heppner visitors Saturday, coming from Monument where Mr. Clark is teaching this year. He taught last year at Pine City. Chauffeur Honest, dependable service, your car or mine, no time limit; write or meet me at home behind bank. Max Schulz, Heppner. O O Don1!: Take a Chance Make sure its a deer before you fire and then be sure the gun and ammunition are going to performfor it may be your only shot of the season. You'll Know You're Safe with Our Guns and Ammunition GREEN'S Sporting Headquarters Remington and Peters Ammunition Guns, Knives, Hats, Ramrods and All Needed Camp Accessories Tommy Morgan, former Heppner boy, was among Umatilla county ranchers here Tuesday attending the trial of Roy Robinson on the charge arising from protecting his property against elk. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Jim Morgan of Hinton creek. Mrs. Cora Crawford returned home Sunday from a visit of several weeks at the home of her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Ev erett Hayes, near Joseph. Mr. and Mrs. R. B. Ferguson and Mary Lou motored over Saturday evening to get her. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Stiles of Portland arrived Tuesday for a few days' visit at the home of Mrs. Stiles' mother, Mrs. Josie Jones. Mr. Stiles has the position of cashier with Uni ted States National bank of Portland. H. D. McCurdy was called to the Baker district the first of the week by word of burning of 'his sheep camp. It was the second time this camp had bumed. Harlan McCurdy, Jr., went to Portland the end of the week to be present Sunday to officiate as best man at the wedding of a friend in the city. Pete Farley, old-time Heppner res ident now residing at Boardman, was a business visitor here the end of the week. Bert Bowker was in town Mon day from the farm in the Echo dis trict, transacting business. Plan your eastern trip to O enjoy the beautiful au- WL tuma season ...still time 1 1 to visit BOTH World's If Fairs while travel costs ere extremely low. g I ROUND-TRIP I V S65 I 0ne $40-41 VWay J n famous TRAINS EAST U from Portland All Air Conditio. Potter Serrice and Free Pillowi la Coach The Streamliner CITY OF PORTLAND 8 Sailings monthly on 1,7,13,19,25 PORTLAND ROSE Dally PACIFIC LIMITED Dally 2 WORLD'S FAIRS NEW YORK SAN FRANCISCO Ons low cost round trip ticket takes you to BOTH World's Fairs -as low as Other attract ire faxea for Sleeping Car Trarel. IN COACH On your way east visit America's great all-year Sports Center Sun Valley, Idaho. I I 1 ire farei for I 1 Oil (j CHESTER DARBEE Local Agent Wanted, work on farm. Can drive "cat," overhaul and handle all types of machinery; own tools. Harry Harrington at Alex Wilson's, city. Dr. J. P. Stewart, Eye-Sight Spec ialist of Pendleton, will be at the HEPPNER HOTEL on WEDNES DAY, SEPTEMBER 20th. Elmer Palmer, in town Friday from the Eight Mile farm, was waiting for more moisture before seeding the new wheat crop. Emil and Leonard Carlson were business visitors Saturday from the Gooseberry district. Rudolph Klinger, from the Sand Hollow district, was a business vis ltor in town Friday. Frank Fraters was transacting business in town Saturday from the Eight Mile farm. He was awaiting rains before starting the fall seeding. I LOCKER BOXES I 3 Sizes to Suit Everybody LOCALLY BUTCHERED MEATS FRESH AND CURED Central Market Ture Peterson, Mgr. F. B. NICKERSON Morrow County Representative Mutual Benefit Heath and Accident Association of Omaha Offi ce in Peters Building Heppner SHIP BY TRUCK The Dalles Freight Line, Inc. SERVICE BETWEEN PORTLAND : THE DALLES : HEPPNER AND WAY POINTS Arrive Mon., Weds., Fri. and Sat. Warehouse: KANE'S GARAGE Carl D. Spickerman, Agent "PREVENT FOREST FERES IT PAYS" The STAR REPORTER Friday-Saturday CHARLIE CHAN IN RENO with Sidney Toler, Ricardo Cortez, Phyllis Brooks, Slim Summerville, Kane Richmond This one in the Charlie Chan series stacks up as better than average mystery-comedy-drama PLUS THE FIGHTING GRINGO A western with lots of excitement, and a slight garnishment of Spanish sauce, features gun-toting George O'Brien and his brave buckaroos. Disney's "Autograph Hound" Sunday-Monday SECOND FIDDLE The flashing skates of SONJA IIENIE the comical antics of EDNA MAE OLIVER the charm of TYRONE POWER and two interest ing newcomers, skater STEWART REBURN and songbird MARY HEALY combine their talents to make "Second Fiddle" first rate entertainment. Cartoon Traveloge Newsreel Tuesday PAL NIGHTS 2 adults 35c, 2 children 10c IT COULD HAPPEN TO YOU with Stuart Erwin, Gloria Stuart, Raymond Walburti, Douglas Fowley A surprise comedy package with suspense and excitement done to a turn. Adventures of Newsreel Cameramen Immortals in the World of Sports Tempest Over Tarda Wednesday-Thursday, Sept. 20-21 CALLING DR. KILDARE with Lew Ayres, Lionel Barrymore, Laraine Day, Nat Pendleton, Lana Turner, Lynne Carver Confronted with a uestion of ethics vs. humanity . . . which would young Dr. Kildare choose? The second of the Dr. Kildare films definitely places this series in the Grade A entertainment class. Musical Newsreel Mr. and Mrs. Clarence A. Warren (lone) are invited to present this coupon at the boxoffice for complimentary admissions. To be used before Sept. 22nd. STAR THEATER Heppner, Oregon