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Heppner Gazette Times, Thursday, May 25, 1950
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Let Well Enough Alone
Heppner .nd other communities that would
be affected are somewhat disturbed by the rumor
that the railroad company and the post office
department are contemplating discontinuance of
the present mail contract between Arlington and
Heppner and the substitution therefor of a star
route mail service, presumably on both the Hepp
ner and Condon branches. It is hinted that both
the company and the department are trying to
effect economies; that the railroad company is
not now breaking even on the mail contracts,
and that the department is desirous of obtaining
contracts at smaller figures than now paid on the
branches.
It must be remembered that official notifica
tion ha,s hot been received, but that Is no reason
for sitting back' and doing nothing about the
contemplated move until action is taken. To await
official action may be too late to protest. We are
entitled to consideration and from this end of the
line there appears no justifiable reason for cur
tailing the service. If our population were grow
ing less instead of bigger; if business of the trans,
portation i.ne and the post office department
were growing less there might be some justifi
cation in such a move. As it is, it appears that
an effort should be made to extend services
rather than curtail them.
The Heppner and Condon branches are now
and have been for several years serviced by mail
' trucks. It must be admitted that this has been
more satisfactory from the standpoint of mail
and express service than the former handling
by train because of the irregular schedules carried
out on the branch lines. The trucks come through
with the mail and express and return to Arling
ton for freight. It has been a service meeting with
the approval of business houses and has justified,
in a measure, the action of the railroad company
in cutting service from six trips a week to three
trips. The shippers cooperated with the rail offi
cials in effecting this wartime emergency, al
though at the time there was no small amount
of misgiving, relative to reestablishment of six
day service. Pa-gardless of the misgiving, the com
pany has, through a sub contract with the Flatt
Freight Service maintained good mail and express
service ami' there has been no expressed desire on
the part of the public to seek a change. That is
why now, with this apparently well-founded ru
mor afloat, there is surprise and chagrin among
our people I hat we should be considered unworthy
of mail service as good as that now in effect.
There may have been times when the Hepp
ner brand: c f the Union Pacific was not paying
too well, but such times ran concurrently with
poor business in all lines. In recent years there
has been a steady run of freight, what with heavy
yields of wheat- and activity in the lumber in
dustry, added to stock shipments. The company
has succeeded in eliminating the passenger and
express and light freight business and deals most
ly in carload lots with routings from terminal to
terminal, rrs from Heppner to Portland, or to
eastern terminals. That is a desirable business
and the local public has no quarrel with the
company for attaining this position in the ship
ping field. However, the shippers feel that they
are paying enough in freight bills to justify a
little concession on the part of the company in
maintaining the present mail and express service,
as well as thf. daily freight accommodation. To
that end they stand ready to make a protest
against the proposed move.
Business People Are Invited
Heppner business people, as well as those
from the other towns of the county, might do
well to accept the invitation of the agricultural
interests and go on the field day trip next Thurs
dayJune 1. Not only would it be good public
relation practice but those going on the tour
would hav; an opportunity to learn something
of the program which is being carried out by
the farmers to make agriculture permanently
productive and lucrative.
It is interesting to note that many of our
farmers are adopting practices advanced by the
agriculture department and advocated locally by
the county agent's office and the soil conserva
tion service The reason for adopting the prac
tices is that it has been demonstrated to them
that they are sound. They make for a more
permanent production profitable production'
and this means as much to the business man in
town as it does to the business man on the farm,
for in truth more and more farmers are becoming
business men every day.
Through the action of the chamber of com
merce there will be an opportunity for business
man and farmer to fraternize briefly at the Rhea
Creek grange hall. The business men are sponsor
ing the lunch and the chamber of commerce will
go in a body to the hall to spend an hour or so
at the lunch table and enjoying. the motion pic
ture on soil conservation and the discussion, of
that subject by a specialist from Oregon State
college. It is an opportunity for mutual enjoyment
which should not be passed up by either the
farmers or the business men.
Donkey Softball
On Local Agenda
For 31st of May
Heppner softball fans will
again have an opportunity to
witness the classic of the soft
ball world a donkey ball game.
The Junior chamber of commerce
is sponsoring the event which
will be held at the Rodeo field
Wednesday, May 31.
Starting time of the game will
be 7:30 p.m. The field will be
lighted for this special event,
the donkey manager, Jack Moore,
having a set of lights for places
not so equipped.
It has been several years since
a donkey team has visited here
and fans will welcome this oc
casion, for while little of the sci
ence of the game is exhibited,
the donkeys provide plenty ot
laughs with their droll indif
ference to what is going on, even
if they are part of the show.
WOODSMAN CUTS FOOT
IN COPPING ACCIDENT
Orville Gentry suffered a bad
cut to his foot Tuesday while
cutting saw logs on Balm creek.
His axe caught on a limb and
when Gentry jerked it loose he
lost control of it and it struck
his foot. While no bones were
cut, the flesh was cut quite deep,
effecting a painful wound.
Morse Allen, for whom Gentry
works, brought the injured man
to town for medical assistance.
MANY ATTEND RECEPTION
FOR MRS. RACHEL JACKSON
A crowd estimated at between
300 and 400 people gathered at
the new Masonic hall in Hermis-
ton Friday eve. to participate in
the reception tendered Mrs. Ka
chel Jackson, grand warder of the
grand chapter of Oregon, Order
ot the Eastern btar.
Numerous grand lodge officers
and past worthy grand matrons
were present, as wen as targe
delegations from neighboring
lodges. Kuth chapter of Heppner
and Locust chapter of lone both
had large delegations in the
audience. Mrs. C. C. Dunham,
accompanied by Mrs. C. C. Car
michael, sang a request number
for Mrs. Jackson, Malottes "The
23rd Psalm."
30 Years Ago
HEPPNER GAZETTE TIMES !
May 27, 1920
Heppner fire department held
annual election of officers Tues
day evening. Mike Curran suc
ceeds Ed Huston as fire chief.
The fire laddies will be called
out to drill twice each month.
The siren will be tested on Wed
nesday noon, on the practice
days.
Sanford Clark received three
broken ribs and a cracked collar
bone as a result of being thrown
from a plow at the Wightman
ranch below town.
A number of local Masons went
to Pendleton Friday to take the
Commandery degree. Those mak
ing the trip were David Hynd,
H. C. Githens, George Aiken. Ray
Saager, W. E. Pruyn of Heppner
and Harvey McAllisteriof Lex
ington. Several of the lower grade pu
pils are enjoying a picnic at
Hager grove, four miles above
town on Willow creek, this after
noon. In the primary election last
Friday every candidate of both
parties was nominated without
opposition.
R. W. Turner delivered 600 head
of sheep to Echo parties the first
ot the week, these sheep were
sold several months ago on con
tract.
Sixteen seniors of Heppner
high school will receive their
diplomas on Friday evening. In
cluded in the class are Eliza
beth Phelps, Edythe Boyd, Cyrene
Lieuallen, Ruth Huddleston, Her
bert Hynd, Etta Devin, Everett
Pattison, Margaret Doherty, Alma
Devin Violette Corrigall, Odile
Groshens, Bernice Githens, Erda
frad, Neva Clabaugh and Max
Rogers.
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The manner in which Senator Wayne Morse
cleared the hurdle at the primary race indicates
that the republicans of Oregon are not altogether
clear on what is meant by "regular" republican.
A stockman should know how to handle a
bull.
As we see it, the fall election-will not be so
much a matter of contests between candidates of
opposing political parties as one of preserving
our politic? 1 rights. Those who believe in pre
serving free enterprise will logically vote republi
can, while those who want to throw away the
rights of tlio individual, or who think they will
get more benefits through a socialistic govern
ment will vote for the candidates 'who advocate
the CVA, socialized medicine and all the other
crackpot ideas emanating from "planning" headquarters.
Hartley, Iowa, Sentinel: "Beware of any
scheme that advocates additional Federal con
trol, increased spending and increased taxes. We
in the United States have taken our freedom for
granted, but must do so no longer. There are
many who under the guise of "Security for All"
would take it away forever."
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BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL
Team Equipment
Bats, Balls, Gloves, Uniforms
MAIL ORDERS PROMPTLY FILLED
ROD FINNEY'S SPORTING GOODS
212 E. 2nd Street THE DALLES, OREGON
PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY
JOS. J. NYS
ATTORNEY AT LAW
Peters Bldg., Willow Street
Heppner, Oregon
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Call Settles Electric
for all kinds of Electrical Work
New and Repair
Shop phone 2253 at Willow &
Chase Streets. Res. Phone 2542
J.O.TURNER
ATTORNEY AT LAW
Phone 173
Hotel Heppner Building
Heppner, Oregon
Carpentry and
Cement Work
By Day or Contract
Bruce Bothwell
Phone MS
HEPPNER
GAZETTE TIMES
The Heppner Gazette, established
March 30, 1883. The Heppner
Times, established November
18, 1897. Consolidated Feb. 15,
1912.
Published every Thursday and
entered at the Post Office at
Heppner, Oregon, as second
class matter.
Subscription price, $3.00 a year;
single copies, 10c.
O. G. CRAWFORD
Publisher and Editor
P. W. MAHONEY
ATTORNEY AT LAW
General Insurance
Heppner Hotel Building
Willow Street Entrance
J. O. PETERSON
Latest Jewelry & Giit Goods
Watches. Clocks. Diamonds
Expert Watch & Jewelry
. Repairing
Heppner, Oregon
Dr. L. D. Tibbies
OSTEOPATHIC
Physician & Surgeon
First National Bank Building
Res. Ph. 1162 Office Ph.. 492
Veterans of Foreign
Wars
Meetings 2nd & 4th Mondays
at 8:00 p.m. at Civic Center
A.D. McMurdo,M.D.
PHYSICIAN A SURGEON
Trained Nurse Assistant
Office In Masonic Building
Heppner, Oregon
Turner, Van Marter
and Company
GENERAL
INSURANCE
I V Katei with Bath . . . $3.50 up Wmi
Jc, I Rates without Both . . $2.00 gp
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Dr. C. C. Dunham
CHIROPRACTIC PHYSICIAN
Office No. 4 Center 81
House Calls Made
Home Phone 2583 Office 2572
Phelps Funeral
Home
Licensed Funeral Directors
Phone 1332 Heppner, Oregon
C. A. RUGGLES Representing
Blaine E. Isom
Insurance Agency
Phone 723 Heppner, Ore.
N. D. BAILEY
Cabinet Shop
Lawn Mowers Sharpened
, Sewing Machines Repaired
Phone 1485 for appointment
or call at shop.
Heppner City
Pniinil Meet First Monday
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Citizens having matters for
discussion, please bring them
before the Council. Phone 2572
Morrow County
Abstract & Title Co.
INC.
ABSTRACTS OF TITLE
TITLE INSURANCE
Office la Peters Building
RICHARD J. O'SHEA. M. D.
Physician and Surgeon
2 Church Street
Telephone 1152
Morrow County
fni,.l Meets First Wednesday
VUUI( ot Baon Month
County Judge Of flee Hours I
Monday, Wednesday, Friday 4 n.m.
to 6 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday Fore-
oa only.
ALFRED BASRA
GENERAL CONTRACTOR
2-bedroora (block) house, com
plete, $4500.
Phone 404, Condon, Ore.
914
Dr. J. D. PALMER
DENTIST
Rooms 11-12
First National Bank Building
Ph.: Office 783, Home 932
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offers you for
Decoration Day
Boxes full of PANSIES
Bouquets of PEONIES
and mixed flowers
Remember a call collect from any one in Morrow County
Will take care of all your Flower Needs
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Admission prices afternoon and evening, unless spe
cifically advertised to be etberwiMl Children 1 Est
Prloe .17, Fed. Tax .03, Total Ma; (trade and Mlgk
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red. Tan 00, Total Uo) Adults: list Prloe .S0o, Fad.
Tan .10, Total SOe. Every child occupying a seat
must ban a ticket.
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Sunday shows continuous from 1 p. m. All evening shows start at TiSO p. m., unless otherwise
advertised
Thu.,-rrf.,-Sat May 25-26-27
STORY OF SEABISCUIT
Barry Fitzgerald, Shirley Temple, Lon
McCallister, RoBemary DeCamp, Don
ald McBride.
Authentic biography of a turf champion,
photographed in Technicolor . . . Sea
biscuit, the fabulous racehorse with a
fighting heart.
PLUS
ALIAS THE CHAMP
A feature about the grunt'n groan game
of professional wrestling. The wrestling
sequences are at the same time realistic
and hilariously funny and they alone are
worth the price of admission. You'll see
Gorgeous George, Bomber Kulkovich and
other favorite mat performers.
Sunday-Monday, May 28-29
ON THE TOWN
Gene Kelly, Frank Sinatra, Betty Garrett,
Ann Miller, Jules Munshin, Vera-El-len,
Florence Bates, Alice Pearce.
Lavish, sparkling musclal comedy in
Technicolor, loaded with gay " tunes,
smart dancing and big names.
Tuesday-Wednesday, May 30-31
BRIDE FOR SALE
Claudette Colbert Robert Young, George
Brent Max Baer, Gus Schilling,
Charles Arnt, Mary Baer.
No message! No problems! No social
significance! Just good old rip-roaring fun
in a riotous sort of way.
Decoration Day May 30th Eg
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