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The Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon, Thursday, August 24, 1978 THREE Dist. 55 candidates give views in Heppner visit Cont. from page 1 the initiative's passage, but has not seen the opionion made public. In addition, Bellamy said, proposition 6 "was not written for Oregon law," noting that "many other aspects of the ballot measure are not good in terms of the way it was written." While not offering whole hearted support for the pro perty tax initiative, Bellamy expressed apprehension on what would happen should the measure be voted down. "If it doesn't pass, govern ment officials will ignore the pleading for lower taxes," he said. Bellamy said that his cam paign has been underlining the need for state government to become "fiscally responsible" to its taxpayers. "I will not support any bill that increases taxes or introduces new taxes," unless such legislation clearly earmarks specifically where the funding will be spent. While terming Oregon's cur rent property tax system "regressive," Bennett said he opposed ballot measure six. Should the measure be approved, Bennett said he believed the urban-oriented Legislature would "place the farmers' exemption on the chopping block." Sept. 5 opening day for all Morrow County schools Rather than simply curbing state spending, the measure's passage would really serve to limit the spending, and thus the power, of local govern ment agencies, according to the Democratic candidate. Should a community decide it needed a tax base above $2, 50 per thousand dollars of asses sed valuation to fund a special project, it couldn't be done should measure 6 pass. A local government's ability to raise its own taxes "is a freedom it should be able to enjoy," he said. The candidates were asked their positions on current federal proposals to desig nated vast tracts of U.S. Forest Service land as wilder ness area, as outlined in the Rare II program. Both candi dates indicated they opposed massive wilderness designa tions. "The National Forests were established for multi-purpose use, and they should remain open for multi-purpose use," said Bennett, adding that he believed the U.S. Forest Service is overreacting to "public interest legal action." legal action." Bellamy said wilderness status for vast forest tracts "eliminates resource manage ment." He noted that he believed "we can harvest 1 for That Spcckl Day W fl IPSA Printing Needs j School board meeting Cont. from page 1 tary; Kay Mooberry, vocal music at Heppner High, and Karen Beck, math, at lone. The board delayed action on setting a new tax base. Doherty recommended going to the voters in November with a five-year package, in orfer to do away with year-to-year adjustments. The board heard reports from school principals, includ ing one stating that work on the Heppner Junior High shop's remodeling program will not likely be completed until October, which could result in canceling shop clas ses for the first semester. Iff Um --V-i ONLY $11.95 Travel light, travel right with Bulova's handsomely tailored travel alarm. Compact in size with fold-away leather grained case, easy-to-read numerals, luminous hands and hour markers, bright goldtone trim. Choose yours in red or brown with matching dial, or black with white dial. 3" square. A welcome gift , at a congenial price. Peterson's "jfef Jewelers Heppner 676-9200 timber off a wilderness area, though it may have to be more expensive. Bennett, 30, is a former reporter for the Salem Capitol Journal, specializing in re porting state and local govern ment news. He has worked as a college instructor, a ware houseman and draftsman. The Democratic candidate is cur rently employed by The Ore gon Poll, a public opinion research company. He lives at Gates in Marion County, along the North Santiam River, on the western side of District 55. Bellamy, 28, ran unsuccess fully against incumbent Jack Sumner for the District 55 seat two years ago. He is a former Heppner resident, and has lived in Sherman County prior to taking on teaching duties at Culver in Jefferson County. All schools in Morrow County will open for the 1978-79 school year on Sept. 5. , Most schools will open their doors at 8:30 a.m. Lunches will be served in all cafeterias on the first day of school, with dismissal time for openii.g day set for an early 1:30 p.m. Buses will operate. Registration for all new students to the county system, plus all secondary students will be held from now until Friday, Sept. 1, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Returning lone stu dents are requested to register today, Aug. 24. Pre-registration is not re quired of returning elemen tary school children. These children will be registered on the first day of classes. Students who were sixth graders at A.C. Houghton last Boardman Harvest festival will feature skydiving, boat race during Sept. 9-10 The Boardman Lions Club will again host the annual Boardman Harvest Festival, set for Sept. 9-10. Festivities begin with a Friday night barbeque at 6:30 p.m., preceeding an 8 p.m. Riverside High School football home game. The festival's grand parade will begin at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 9, immedi ately following a skydiving demonstration in which para chutists will unfurl an Ameri can flag during their descent. An auction will follow on Saturday afternoon, followed by a Saturday night dance. Cowboy breakfasts will be held both Saturday and Sun day, starting at 6 a.m. Boat racing will be held in the Boardman Marina on both days, with members of the Oregon Outboard Racing Assn. participating. Elks Calendar Thursday, August 24 No Lodge Hajjpy Hour 5-6 Hot Hors d'ouvres 6-7 Friday, August 25 Seafood Buffet Happy Hour 5-6 Hot Hors d'ouvres 5-6 Live Music Dinner 5-7 Saturday, August 26 Rodeo Celebration Dance . Rusty Draper Show Spaghetti Feed Dinner 5-7 Members and out-of- Tuesday, August 29 Senior Citizens 4:30 Happy Hour 5-7 Wednesday, August 30 Senior Citizens Dinner 4:30 Happy Hour 5-7 Thursday, August 31 Happy Hour 5-6 Hot Hors d'ouvres 6-7 No Lodge town guests only. i 6K BACK TO SCHOOL BASICS FOR GIRLS JEANS 1 i ; 1 7 I m ft By LUV IT SIZES 7-14 Slim & Regular With Fashion Pockets By MIDDLEDALE SIZES 7-14 Regular COORDINATED TOPS By LUV IT Fashion Cotton T-Shirts ' p By MIDDLEDALE Cotton T's and Blouses DRESSES By CINDERELLA Skirts & Blouses, tool By HEALTEX SIZES 4-6 x and 7-14 m year are considered returning students and are not required to pre-register in the seventh grade at Riverside Junior High. Oregon law requires that all students from age 5-14 enter ing schools for the first time to have received the state re quired immunizations. Stu dents not able to produce proof of immunization will not be admitted to attend schools. Those who may yet need the required shots or seek further information on what immuni zations are necessary are urged to contact Morrow County Health Nurse Pat Wright at the county office building in Irrigon on Aug. 29 or Sept. 12 from 1 to 4 p.m., or at the health office in Lexing ton on Fridays from 8 a m . to 4 p.m. BIS! Belfsmy wants government to live within it's means! Pd. Adv. By Comm. To Elect Bill Bellamy, Rep. Suzanne Jepeen, lone. Treat. CUSTOM BUSINESS FORMS STATEMENTS 676-9228 more savings on food for you! USDA CHOICE ROUND STEAK " While They Last! IjW ViPB9fiM W III mff I" INI 4WI"B WM jk.- FULL f Y USDA CHOICE $i" - JC RUIVIP 1" lb Jp- ROAST 494 $189. 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