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TIIK GAZETTE-TIMES. Heppner. OR, Thursday. Dec. 2. I9T6, Page 3 Party Line Mont of the turkey is gone, or stored in the freezer (or next week's meal, or maybe later. Thanksgiving thoughts are now Christmas thoughts. Mrs. Wavel Wilkinson and her granddaughter, Nancy Reub, returned the day before Thanksgiving from a month's visit to the South Pacific. The trip Included Tahiti, Moorea, New Zealand. Australia, Fiji and Honolulu. It proved to be all they expected and more. The morning after Thanksgiving, at Parker's Mill, where they were, the thermometer read zero. Who wouldn't almost wish themselves back in the Tropics . Spending part of hd week' vacation in Portland with her husband was Jim and Lucia Barrett, who visited with Jim , mother, Gladys Theall, and his daughters, Pattl and Bobbl Barrett. Patli and Bobbl are student nurses at Good Samaritan Hospital, Portland. Staying home this Thanksgiving were Ruth and Howard Cleveland. Visiting them were their son and wife, Mr. and Mrs. John Cleveland and family, from Hillsboro, Ore. Also visiting them were Tom Cleveland and his fiancee. Barbara Bagwell, from Pendleton. , Kenneth and Carolyn Cutsforth were In town last Wednesday, visiting Carolyn's mother, Frieda Slocum. They then went on to Portland to spend Thanksgiving with Vesta Kilkenny. Alta Cutsforth rode down with them, returning on Friday. Mr. and Mrs. Merle Plank and family, from Salem, were i Thanksgiving visitors at the Ruth Bergstrom home. He turning from a cruise to Mexico, only to repack their bags and fly to Hawaii for a week, were Bcrnice and Randy Lott. Randy and Bernlce really enjoyed their cruise and found it to be "first cabin," plus very relaxing. As Randy said, "U was great!" Jo and Howard Pettyjohn flew to Gainsville, Missouri, to visit with relatives and Howard's sister and husband, Mr. and Mrs. Pete Klineline and their family. They then drove back with Raymond and Opal Pettyjohn, Arlington, who had been visiting in Missouri for two weeks. They were able to be in Us Vegas over Thanksgiving, spending a few days with Howard's sister, Bette Colpitis and daughter. Jo had a bad cold in Us Vegas, but said she managed to make herself better so she could take In some of the Strip sights. They returned Sunday, and Jo still has her cold. Enjoying a holiday dinner at the ranch home of the Don Robinsons were Mr. and Mrs. Paul Warren. Grandview. Wash.; Mrs Tena Scott. Mrs. Evelyn Broun. Frank Lleuallen, Hermiston; Mr. and Mrs. Kirk Robinson, Pendleton; Mrs. Letha Archer Mrs. Etta Parker and Mrs. Eva Robinson, Heppner Hosts for the occasion were Krynn. Merlyn, and Donald Robinson. . Home for the holidays and a good visit with her family is Barbara Lisa Watson (nee Cutsforth). Main Street. Heppner. is beginning to look like Christmas, so pretty .. .I wish people would stop saying, "wish it would snow. Hut I have to admit, it would look nice. Thanksgiving dinner guests at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Creston Robinson were Mrs. Eva Robinson and Mrs. Lena Kelly both Heppner; Mr. and Mrs. Leon Magill and Stefanie, Pendleton; Mr. and Mrs. Bob Kelly. Troutdale; Mr. and Mrs Bud McG.rr. Kelly. David. Roband Kristi. Long Creek; Mr. and Mrs Joe Kelly. Sean and Jason. Pendleton; Matt Kelly and his fiancee Jeanne DeSemple. both Portland; Mr. and Mrs. Mike Salmg Pattl and Michele. Heppner; and Dean Robinson. Arlington. Mrs. Robinson and their daughters were unable to attend as they were visiting her brother, who has been ill. One proud parent and grandfather of Angie Parkhurst are Betty Parkhurst and Thomas Howell. Angie was recently initiated into th National Honor Society at Greenwood High . School. M.llerstown. Penn. Angie has a 3.18 grade point for this term, entering her Junior year. A nice group enjoyed the stay at home Thanksgiving feast at All Saints' Church on Turkey Day. Theta Lowe and Elaine Miller were such efficient and charming hostesses. Among special folks who Joined the lonesome gentlemen from th' Heppner Hotel were Emma Peterson. Nellie Anderson. Murici Runnion and her niece. Elaine George. Father Miller and Bob Lowe kept the fireplace fire blazing and were great at making everyone feel so welcome. Among many folks who went to neighboring Washington or Idaho for at least part of the holiday weekend were the Searles. the Weatherfords. the Wallaces, the Tollefsons and Ida Farra. They all appreciated good traveling weather. harden Club members, expert or not. are expected to come make wreaths, swags and table ornament at a work party tonight. (Thursday. Dec. 2. at the Methodist Church. As they work, they will be able lo listen to the singers upstairs practicing Christmas music. Mrs Uu Bom. Seattle, and Mr. and Mrs. Ramsey. Boise. Ida Joined their mother. Mrs Lester Farrar. for the Thanksgiving holidays. Also visiting was Mr. and Mrs. Roger Mauld.n of Junction City. They all had a lovely Thanksgiving with Dave and Mary McLeod and family. VUltlnt with hi. p-renu. Eleanor and Ed Gonty for ThVnt wing and the Jeekend were Ray .nd Marie Gonty from SeaZ They all boarded their motorhom. and drove to I'kiah to 5 Liter and ...er. E V. B.evin. and her UmJ- Uube Pointer. Seattle, was home for the Thanksgiving hoIXs. visiting her parents. Mr. and Mr. Don Islington BMCC asks for direction For Ihe first time In its Jear history. Blue Moun tain Community College Is going lo the people lo find out what direction Ute college should lose, Such questions as programs lo be offered, methods of financing. Ihe Importance f athletics, and several others re InrhKled In a survey Ihe college Board f Education wants resident of Morrow and Umatilla counties to com j.lrte and return lo lh college. To l distrtlHi'eil a an in.rrt In th iVndlelon El rgwiin on Tuesday Nov. 3oi. Ihe survey is n pec ted l he delivered l by D. Zlta and J. Weafherford hold in the college s two coun ty district. A heavy response is requested In order lo give the board a clear Indication of the needs of the people, ac cording to lreident Rim Daniels "The survey shouldn't lake more than 10 or l minutes to complete." Daniels said, "and will b easy to fold and return to the collefe through the mails The numbers of the Hoard of Education empha sue Ihe Importance of survey, and I certainly hop we can gel majority lm returned snwecan learn what changes need to be rnU In our future operation," he continued 5()nblg plants Garden club Jan Oswalt presented the program at the Nov. 10 lone Garden Club meeting at Delpha Jones home. Her subject was "Trees and Shrubs Suitable for Our Area." Jan noted that Bamboo is a plant not frequently seen in our area, but one which will grow well here. It is also excellent for use where for aging deer are a problem. Oregon Grape is another deer proof shrub and so is Holly; both will grow here. Daphne is a choice rock garden shrub and also repels All Saints' 24 hours prayer, meditation The New Liturgical year for churches of the catholic faith and order began their new year last Sunday, it being the first Sunday in Advent. We prepare with solemn peni tence for the coming of our Lord as the Babe of Bethle hem, but also when our Lord shall return to judge the living and the dead. All Saints' has a beautiful, large Advent Wreath hanging in the sanc tuary. The church is open 24 hours a day for prayer, rest and meditation. Please come in and see and pray. The classes held for the children on released time are studying Advent in depth. Greens workshop loted A pre-Christmas event that has become well established is the annual Greens Workshop provided by the Heppner Gar den Club. This year the workshop will be held in the basement of the I'nited Methodist Church on Tuesday evening. Dec. 13. beginning at 7:00. The registration fee is 50 cents For this fee. those attending will be provided with an assortment of green ery and with instruction and aid in making wreaths, door swags and table centerpieces. Trimming items such as ribbons and ornaments w ill be sold at cost. Everyone is asked to bring his own clippers and pliers It is a good idea to wear work clothes and to maybe bring gloves. Garden Club members will serve light refreshments. This will be the club's Dec. meeting, and member are asked to be at the church by 6 30 ngaW Special Yarn Sole Red Heart-Wool Yarn $1.00 skein Ideas for Christmas Furniture Viking Hewing Couch machine Heclincrs Sewing chests Knitting bogs Simplicity sewing books Sewing supplies . . . Iiskar scissors 4. 'altjawsl -'''' a. deer. Windbreaks are a con cern to most homeowners here, and we have a large number of trees and shrubs to choose from. Incense Cedar, Russian Olive, upright Juni pers, Spruces, Pines, Poplars, Cottonwoods, Aspens and the locust varieties are all ex cellent, depending on prefer ence for evergreens or sea sonal growth. Lilacs and Siberian-Pea shrubs are suitable for use in windbreaks and many of the other trees mentioned can be purchased in shrub form, Jan also listed many flowering trees and shrubs that can be open for Next Monday, they will begin workina on Old Testament symbols to hang on our Jesse Tree. It is in the parish hall for all to see and enjoy. The Rt. Rev. William B. Spofford. Bishop of Eastern Oregon, will make his annual visitation on Dec. 19th. The holy sacrament of confirma tion will be administered at that time to those who have been attending instruction classes for many weeks. Those people already con firmed and who would want to re-affirm their vows, and re dedica'e their life and worship to God may do so in the presence of the bishop during his visit. There will be a dinner honoring the bishop and the newly confirmed following the service on that day. The Sunday sermons are devoted to the subjects of the Four Ust Things: Judge ment. Death. Heaven and Hell. They should prove of interest to us, and you are invited to hear and share and react. A midweek celebration is held every Wednesday in the church at 10 a.m. A service of healing with the laying on of hands is also celebrated at that time. All members of the community are welcome. The parish office is open for visitor who need help, pray er, counsel, or just warm friendship every day from 8 am. to 12 noon. Do not hesitate to stop by and see Fr. Ken Miller. Plans for a large Christmas celebration are underway. There will be a youth choir formed very soon and an adult choir in the later part of the month. The children are also planning to present a Christ mas play on the Sunday after Christmas. Any children of the village can be a part of the program if they wish. Just drop in and talk with the rector. Office phone: 676 9970. Lamps flli a irit s, ..... Throw rugs CASE FURNITURE 676-9432 Heppner discusses grown here and added that a unique feature of these smal ler growing plants is that they are excellent for container gardening. Some of these are the low growing Junipers and Pines, Azaleas, Roses, Red-Horse-chestnut, Flowering Dogwood, Flowering Peach and Flower ing Plum. Jan suggested the use of the Sunset Western Guide to Gardening as an excellent source of informa tion about these trees and others that would suit our needs but added that our own neighbors who have learned from their experience in gar dening are a resource that can be more helpful and accurate. Judy Osmin chaired the business meeting. Of special r x r uowii vcjis ""iF"! n Blue Bonnet Oleo Cold Medal Flour jo Bakers Anael Flake coconut Bananas Letfuce area interest was the report from the corsage and arrangement committee. Headed by Pat Pettyjohn and assisted by Helen Martin, they made 10 dried arrangements for Mrs. Dick McElIigott to use in decorating the tables for the 1976 Oregon State Soil Con servation Service Convention in Portland. Judy Osmin an nounced that the lone Grade School students are again participating in the Smokey Bear-Woodsy Owl poster con tests. The Dec. 8 meeting of the lone Garden Club will be at Jean Nelson's at 11 a.m. A potluck luncheon with special program and the annual gift exchange and projects will be held. Gardner's Save $12.50 on Leisure Suits S Nulook hndav and -ee Saturday only Levi's Down Jackets C..,oi-c lira Pendleton Robes n i""""'""u" 48 1.39 1 ib. ibs. uoi. 99 creme GREAT FAMILY lUfiillf f: Avocadoes 5, J LOO 5fJ1.00 4 hdt.tofl .00 MARKET PUBLICATION NOTICE OF SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET HEARING A public hearing on a proposed Supplemental Budget for the City of Heppner for the fiscal year 1976-1977 will be held In the Council Chambers in City Hall at 8:00 p.m. on Dec. 20, 1976. Copies of the supplemental budget are available without charge at the office of the City Recorder. The budget may he inspected by Interested persons at the office of the City Recorder during regular office hours. Any person may appear at the public hearing on the supplemental budget, and discuss the budget or any part of it. CITY OF HEPPNER SUPPLEMENTAL BUDGET RESOURCES FEDERAL GOVERNMENT Antirecession Fiscal Assistance Revenue Sharing TOTAL RESOURCES REQUIREMENTS GENERAL FUND Operating Materials A Supplies ( AFA) REVENUE SHARING FUND Capital Outlay TOTAL REQUIREMENTS Publish Dec. 2, 1976 Marshall Lovgren, Recorder Budget Officer City of Heppner, Oregon Mens Wear i i 10 uici vjKna MEN'S IDEflR LU "i rj rTN Crescent Walnuts Del Monte Pumpkin Kroff Marshmallow Couniry Style Spareribs , f , ft -k if.-- ,1 ' L's " v "Oil Prlcet effective Jhur. Frl. Sat. Dec. 2. 3, 4, Groc. 676-961 4 15,360.00 14,140.00 $9,500.00 $5,360.00 $4,140.00 $9,500.00 GowlneuV Heppner. Oregon 97836 63 39 4oz. tin joi. 47 1.39 ib. Pork chops 1.29 Ib. Moat 676-9288