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4 Heppner Gazette Times, July 13, 1944 EDITORIAL . . Page Sam Hayes Oregon's habit of meeting all war demands in a big way is no more graphically illustrated than in the accomplishments of its schools in the purchase of war bonds and stamps. A recent report sub mitted by Mrs. F. W. Blum, schools-at-large chair man, Oregon war finance committee, shows that the schools purchased 9,059,992.50 in war bonds and stamps from September, 1943, to June 1, 1944, representing a per capita investment of $34.33. This standing does not include participa tion by college students, who purchased an addi tional $1,491,063. The purchase of bonds and ?tamps by Catholic schools of the western arch diocese, which amounted to $252,481.80, a per ca pita rating of $25.45, has also been omitted from fhe total. Morrow county pupils purchased $43,274.50 of :he $9,059,992.50 amount, Mrs. Blum's records show. This is something to be proud of and clear ly reveals the earnestness with which the young neople are backing the fight fcr victory. The $34.33 per pupil compares very favorably with the $19.80 per capita quota set by Washington D. C. o A Good Public Servant It is with regret that the people of Morrow county see the departure of Cliff Conrad and his family. They have been accepted as fixtures in the community where both Mr. Conrad and his wife have been active in fraternal, church and civic organizations. As for Conrad and his work he not only has carried out the regular duties of the office but has accepted without consider ation of extra time and energy involved, what may be termed as extra-curricular duties arising from war conditions. His ability for organizing and car ;ying to completion the various wartime duties as signed to him have in a large measure contributed to the success of these activities and placed Mor row county among the top-flight counties of the state. He has been alert to anything that will aid the agricultural development of the county and equally alert in preventing practices that would prove harmful. He is of the type that will go far in his chosen field and Morrow county has been fortunate in having his services for a few years. The best wishes for his continued success go with him to his new field. -O- Fuel Oil Shortage Real These are busy times and no matter how much people may be concerned about this, that and the other, they are apt to follow through on the busi ness at hand and overlook some other things equ ally important. Thus it is in the matter of fuel oil. The weather is warm now, harvest is on, and why be bothered with something we will not be need ing for several months. With reference to fuel oil, it may be stated with emphasis that we are faced with a critical situa tion right now. Most reliable information is to the effect that there is no visible supply beyond Jan uary 1, 1945. Current supplies are sufficient if fuel oil users will take advantage of the opportu nity to stock up now. It is permissible, as well as urged to uss left-over coupons from the 1943-44 ration and, to spend the first period coupons of the 1944-45 issue in the purchase of oil for storage.. One can only speculate on the advice thus re leased by the Office of Price administration, but it is readily believable that our position in the war is such that the high command is making ready for a big shift in the war theater within a few months and that move will require quantities of fuel oil necessitating rigid curtailment of civilian use. Let us not fool ourselves into thinking that this is just another OPA ruling and overlook pre paring for winter. If we do we may wake up some morning and find the oil barrell empty and no thing to put in it. Pomona Grange to Discuss Sales Tax Morrow county Pomona met in regular session on July 1 with "Wil lows grange as host. A great deal of interest was shown in the com ing vote on the sales tax and an eCort will be made to have a speak er to present the arguments for and against this tax at the next pomona meeting which will be near the time of election. A few cass of blackleg were re ported in the county and farmers were urged to guard against its spread by vaccinating their cattle. One of the high lights of the day was the ceremony put on by Wil lows grange in which they burned notes on the hall. The last of the indebtedness on the hall was paid only about a month ago. During the Lecturer's hour gifts were presented to Vida Heliker and Mary Lundell who served the Po mona as lecturer and secretary re spectively, for eight years. Following the program the fifth degree was exemplilied by Wil lows grange to seven candidats. Th ,next Pomona meeting will be held Oct. 7 with Lexington grange as host. Professional Directory Jos. J. Nys ATTORNEY AT LAW Peters Building. Willow Strt Heppner. Oregon j. O. Peterson Latest Jewelry and Gift Goods Watches . Clocks . Diamond Expert Watch and Jewelry Repairing Heppner. Oregon Blaine E. Isom All Kinds of' INSURANCE Phone 723 Heppner, Ore. JAMES WESLEY STEVENS The following account of the massing of James Wesey Stevens is ken from the Hamiton correspon dence in the John Day Valley Ranger: "The community was saddened the sudden passing of James Wesley Stevens on Friday, June 30. He had eaten his breakfast as usual rnd was standing in the yard near ' here Mrs. Setvens was working in the flower garden when he was stricken with a heart attack, death coming in a few moments. Besides his many friends he leaves to mourn his passing his wife, two sons, Esten and Arlton; three dau ghters, Mrs. Frank McDanieL Mrs. Elmer Musgrave and Miss Lois Ste rns; also three brothers, John of Hardman, and Clark and Arthur of Heppner." "The funeral was held at the family home in Hamilton, Tuesday, vuly 4 at 10:30 a. m. and interment as made in the family plot at Hardman." VISITS PARENTS Pfc Donald K. Peck left Thursday from Pendleton by plane to join his squadron at Lemoore, Calif., after spending a furlough with his par ents, Mr. and Mrs. Burton H. Peck of Lexington.. Don has received his diploma from Flexible Gunnery school, Yuma, Ariz. a 10-day furlough visiting at the home of his sister, Mrs. Marion Palmer. Peterson has been gone about four years and has seen ser vice in the Solomons and New Guinea. CUTS FOOT ON GLASS While at the swimming tank Monday, Don Rippee stepped on a piece of glass, cutting his foot quite badly. That member is now encas ed in a oast and the young man is getting around witih the aid of crutches. MOVES TO APARTMENT Mrs. Bertha Johnson has taken a suite at the Jones apartments. Mrs. Emma Jones, proprietor, who has occupied the suite the past win ter, has moved into her residence adjoining the apartment house. VISITING SISTER Pfc Arthur Peterson is spending HAD NEAR FIRE A call for help came Friday from the Art Hughes home east of Little Butter creek when it, was discover ed their house was on fire. Cool headedness and pluck on the part of Mrs. Hughes who was alone in the house was responsible for keep ing a roof over their heads. She disovered a fire in the roof and after calling the Edwin Hughes home for help tried to remove the family car from alongside the house. The car refused to start so she decided the next best thing was to put the fire out, which she did. When volunteer help arrived it was to find Mrs. Hughes calm and col lected although grateful for company. If It's a Diamond How nice to know your diamond is so fine in quality and so exquisitely lovely. Time cannot dim the luster. We have maintained high standards of quality and you can buy with confidence. Come in and see the new matched sets in a wide range of prices. vvvvv Keep Buying Bonds JESJL ion i BROWNIE SCOUTS PLAN "NOSE BAG" PICNIC The troop committee of Girl Scout troop No. 2, the Brownies, met with the leaders at the home of Mrs. Harold Cohn to discuss and plan the work of this group for the coming year. Those present were Airs. L. E. Dick, chairman of the troop committee, Mrs. Elbert Cox, Mrs. Alva Jones and the leaders of the Girl Scout troop No. 2, Mrs. Harold Cohn, Mrs. E. O. Fergusoi and life. Harold Peck. The Brownies will meet at the Legion hall at 11 a. m. Wednes day, July 19, for a "nose b:g" pic nic. A nose bag picnic is one in which you bring your own lunch, also bring a cup and a spoon. TWO HEPPNER YOUTHS WOUNDED IN ACTION Word has, reached Heppner of the wounding of two of our service 1 men. Definite information is lack ing in each case but Paul McCarty received slight wounds on June 6 and Donald Fell is reported suffer ing from wounds received in action in the Pacific area. More detailed informatiton is being awaited by relatives and friends of the boys. m ARRANGE PROGRAM FOR FALL INSTITUTE Mrs. Lucy Rodgers, Mr. and Mrs. George Corwin and Rev. and J Irs. Bennie Howe drove to La Gr de Monday where Mrs. Rodger- and Corwin conferred with other offi cials in arranging the annual tea cher's institute program. La Grande will be host this year to the district which embraces seven eastern Oregon counties. IN PENDLETON Archdeacon Neville Blunt and Mrs. Blunt are spending the month of July in Pendleton where Mr. Blunt is (filling in for Rev. Eric O. Robathan who is enjoying a vaca tion in British Columbia. During Archdeacon Blunt's absence from Hrtppner services at All Saint's Episcopal chuvch have bean suspended. O. M. Y EAGER CONTRACTOR & BUILDER All kinds of carpenter work Country work especially Phone 14S3 "s NEW AUTO POLICY Bod. Inj. Pr. Dam. Class A 6.25 5.05 Class B 6.00 5.25 Class C 7.75 5.25 F. W. TURNER & CO. Phelps Funeral Home ' Licensed Funeral Directors rhone 1332 Heppner, Ore. lleppner City Council 1 Meets First Monday Each Month Citizens having matters for dis- I cussion, please bring before the Council J. O. TURNER, Mayor A. D. McMurdo, M.D. Tcalned Hon Aniitent PHYSICIAN 4c SURGEON ' til, r in MnaoiiH; Building HKPPNKR. ORB. Dr. W. H. Rockwell Physician it Surfrav 227 Bar Mate Si Office hours: 1 p. m. t 7:30 p. a. Exam free Ph. 522 HeppMr, Or. J. 0. Turner ATTORNEY AT LAW Phone 177 Hoii. Heppne Building Heppner. Oregon WINS SCHOLARSHIP CUP For her record as a straight A student in the last semester at Oregon State college, Clera Belle Adams, daughter of Mrs. Ethel A. drm: ol Keppncr, was awarded a scholarship cup for her sorority. Kappa Delta. Clara Belle has been working' in Foitland but is leaving there toddy for Anniston, Ala.., ui'jie ths wili have secretarial work. - Morrow County ) Abstract fir Title Co. INC. ABSTBACTS OF TITLE TITT.E I1JSTTRANCE Office in New Peters BulldlnR Dr. L. D. Tibbies I'hj-siciaji S. Surgeon FIRST NATIONAL HANK B1AW, !' Phone 1162 Office Plume 49V ''IMTN Ktl. OKKftON HEPPNER GAZETTE TIMES The Heppner Gazette, established M-ivch 30, 1883. The Heppner Times, established November 18, 1897. Consolidated Feb. 15, 1912. Published every Thursday and en tered at the Tost Office at Hepp ner, Oregon, as second class matter. , O. G. CRAWFORD Publisher and Editor Directors of Funerals M. L. CASE G. E NIKANDEK '102- Phom-s 2B2 P. W. Mahoney ATTORNEY AT LAW GENEBAL IRSttBANC'Ti Htppner Hotei Building Willow St. Entrance 1