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About Heppner gazette-times. (Heppner, Or.) 1925-current | View Entire Issue (March 22, 1979)
TWELVE - Wednesday, March 28, 1979 Hallmark Ouiitlet Opens At Plaza "I'm just trying to specialize in what people are asking for," observed Marion Ford, manager of the Persimmon Tree in the Hermiston Plaza. "What we are trying to do with this store is buy what the com munity wants." The Persimmon Tree is one of 70 outlets for Hallmark's Cards in Oregon. Besides a variety of cards, Hallmark's also puts out a line of party assessories such as invitations, wrapping paper, plates sometime in the next plates, napkins, etc. couple weeks. Gift items like crystal, pen and According to Mrs. Ford, the pencil sets, Fenton glassware, Persimmon Tree will be the only Limoge miniature china, and said. To do so, Hallmark's has a Besides the aforementioned questionnaire program (dealing items, the Persimmon Tree also with their products) in which features a wedding boutique with they send a free gift to anyone albums, invitations and other Dakin toys can also be found here. Hallmark's now offers a new line of jewelry. Mrs. Ford, a long-time Hermis ton resident, expects to have on hand such collectors' items as limited edition Norman Rockwell figurines and plates and Humel items available. Both Hallmark's and Mrs. Ford, who has worked in retail stores 17 years, take a lot of interest in what people who come into the store are looking for. Hallmark's does a lot of research on their products to make sure they please the public, Mrs. Ford that is willing to fill it out and return it to the company. The Persimmon Tree is owned by three pharmacists Walt Powell and Floyd Triplet of Milton-Freewater and Winton DeFord of Walla Walla. Those three also own a sister store The Persimmon Tree in Walla Walla. wedding needs. Assisting Mrs. Ford at the store are employees Mary Arter burn, Patricia Rich and Elaine Cabral. The Persimmon Tree is open from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Monday through Friday; 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday; and noon to five on Sunday. Clothiers Specialize In 'Large' Clientele Hal's Gals is one of the newest Whitaker are excited with the woman. they are not new to the retailing plaza. Business has been brisk stores in the Hermiston Plaza potential in Hermiston for a store The Whitakers have had shops game and they believe that their and they seem to have satisfied and owners Hal and Virginia that is exclusively for the larger in Boardman and Heppner, so shop will fill a very needed void customers . Some of their i ill M : : 'v 4m,y i ; ri ivUj mm 11 iLM? i ml ''M0miw- d f ' f Vt I i If I 1 1 ! ,4-J " v I " " . I ' 'rTTi . . .. j A VA J 1 f r Hal and Virginia Whitaker 'Catering to larger women. (Herald photo) in the community. Carrying Ample Togs, Martha Manning dresses, these are both exclusive at Hals Gals. Sizes 16 through 20 for the missy and for the larger woman they have sizes that range from 36 to 54. These are custom designs that are designed to help and compliment the larger wo man. With a special childrens corner with games, table and chairs, the mother is able to shop leisurely. The customer will be amazed at the wide array of garments. A full line of lingerie, sportswear, dresses, long and short, pant suits, swimwear and sweaters are all available at Hal's Gals. The owners have been pleased with their shop being in the customers have brought friends along to shop for the more ample garments. During the grand opening Hal's Gals will also be having their own Grand Opening. There will be fresh flowers for the ladies, a drawing for a blouse each day of the opening March 22-23-24. And the grand prize will be a complete Ample Tog wardrobe. "We feel we are filling a very great need here in the Hermiston area, Virginia stated. We feel that we are helping here by catering to the larger woman. We can give them garments that make them look and feel slimmer and that is very important," the owners stated. Marion Ford and Mary Arterburn outique Caters To Youthful Market level where the very dressy and formal gowns are located. White wicker and white lattice com plete the attractive decor. At the present time the shop carries Junior and Missy clothes The Attic Boutique, owned by Originally located at Roe Walter and Judy Reid, moved Mark's II on the mezzanine, the into the Hermiston Plaza last move to the Plaza has resulted in November. The boutique, a wo- twice the amount of floor space men's wear shop that caters to and even more than double the the student, the young adult and the young at heart, is operated clothes rack space. Decorated in ranging from the very sporty to by Judy Reid with the assistance soft greens and golds, the shop the formal evening gown or the of her new partner and manager, has green carpet in the main area disco latest. The Juniors range in Doylene Dye. and gold carpet on the step-up sizes 3 to 15 and the Missys come in sizes 6 to 18. "In time we would like to carry garments for all ages, 12 to 112," Judy says with a smile. Accessories of every kind can be found in the shop, jewelry, scarves, handbags, belts, every- thing that can compliment an outfit or make a perfect gift. Lingerie, swimwear, coverups plus Lanz sportswear and dress es, Roberta dresses, Byer sports togs and a line that is specifically designed for the Petite and the Missy. The Bear Bottoms jeans are one of the Attic Boutique's most popular items, along with the Catalina and DeWeese swim wear. Walter Reid, president of Sabre Farms and involved in several agriculture activities throughout the area, leaves the operation of the shop to his wife area were Judy. Walter and Judy met while Judy was working at The Herm iston Herald. Judy had come from Southern California and Walter has been in the about five years. They married last fall. Frank Dye also leaves the shop to his wife Doylene, he too is involved in agriculture as the president of Miracle Potato. Judy and Doylene both ex pressed pleasure with the new shop and enjoy having the space that allows them to carry a wider variety of clothes and accessor ies. o lJI MMmmmm fcrY Jl ''"I T0 1 O FOR ml mm ,'dJ 1 '" VM3r J7 sl CELBRATION! BAKER'S DOZEN SPECIAL! Blueberry Cake Donuts $-oo Saturday, March 31 And Sunday, April 1 Only. MARYANN'S SWEETE SHOPPE I Hermiston Plaza . 567-84511 g.! te. .p.. mi rt ik REGISTER FOR FREE BUNNY CAKES To bt given away during our Grand Opening! John & Maryann Degele Owners Judy Reid and Doylene Dye (Herald photo) We Will Be OPENSOON At Our Temporary Location In The Hermiston Plaza We Will Be A New Bank With New Ideas Working For You COLUMBIA COMMUNITY BANK Hermiston Plaza r y 1 ? PM y . W i! ftp. li 1 n FLORAL ARRANGEMENTS FOR ALL OCCASIONS Complete Bridal Service end Consultation Let Pat work with you on your wedding plans. Funeral Arrangements Casket Pieces & Funeral Sprays You can feel comfortable with our service in your time of need. "A Personal Touch By A Professional Hand" 1 ' io'i MATCH YOUR LUCKY NUMBER TO THESE PRIZES 1. Dozen Roses 2. Dried Flower Arrangement ($25.00 Value) 3. Foliage Plant -6" Pot 4. Macrame Broom Hanger ($20.00 Value) 5. Dish Garden ($20.00 Value) 4-.A I 1 J 1 : 1 r X I! 1 m&irr. 1 '--"V - WOT fftmishn Plant &j jfm HERMISTON PLAZA HERMISTON. OREGON 97838 567-1871 if Shari's Welcomes you to the Hermiston Plaza GRAND OPENING! Match Your Lucky Number To These Prizes: Top Sirloin Dinner For 2 9-Shari's Breakfast Specials IV Family dining with a relaxing atmosphere. OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY For Orders To Go Call: 567-1808 Shari's Restaurant Marty Briones-M anager Hermiston Plaza (Herald photo) Ml u i -if A.
