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pufTi'p IP pa gi i The Hrppiipr (iazpttp-Timm, Heppner, Oregon, Thurday. June 25. 1981-THREK Obituaries Charles Ellis Thomson He had Just completed a Charle Ellis Thomson, formerly of Heppner, died in New York City on June 1.19BI, while In surgery for lung cancer at a veterans' hospital. He wai born October 1910 the aon of Charles and Belle Thomson. He attended Mep pner grade and high schools, graduating in the class of 1928, He graduated from the University in Oregon in 1932. He then worked for a period at the Thomson Bros, store in Heppner before moving to New York City where he worked for the New York Central Railroad and Railway Express until his retirement in 1976. Mr. Thomson .loved to travel and had made twelve trips to Europe, He was a veteran of World War II, having served In Morocco and working for a period of time in the Pentagon. He retired from the service with the rank of staff sergeant. round the world tour, a 70th birthday present to himself, and contracted a respiratory fungus while in India that contributed to his death. He is survived by a brother Earl, Portland, a niece, Shcryl, a nephew, Charles, and numerous cousins. The graveside'service was held at the Heppner Masonic Cemetery June 17 with the Rev. Don Shelton officiating. Elmer R. Hunt FUG EN E - Elmer Ray Hunt, of 350 Pearl Street. Eugene, Ore., died June 18, I9HI at his home at the age of He was born Aug. 17. 1895. in Heppner. the son of Arthur and Ella Hunt On Feb. 21. 1H25. he was married to Mary E. Thompson in Iexington. He owned a service station in Ix'xinmton for 20 years. All his friends knew him as "Doc" Hunt He was a member of (he Springfield Christian Church. Mr. Hunt is survived by his wife. Mary, of Eugene: a son. Clair Hunt of Springfield: a daughter, 1-ouise l.roy of Eugene: six grandchildren and two great grandchildren: and a sister. Eva Buhl, of Heppner. Memorial services were Monday. June 22. at 10 a m at Buell Chapel with Pastor Victor Caldwell officiating. Cremation was at Buell Chap el Crematorium. Contributions in his memory may be made to the Oregon Heart Association. Ronald Leon nip MCMINVNXE Konald leonnig. McMinville. passed away on June 21. 1981. in a Portland hospital. He was 63 and had been in ill health for the past two years. Funeral services were held at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Tillamook. Oregon, on June 23. Bonn Id and hi wife. Aenes. owned and operated the Watf on Whiel restaurant in Hep pner from l!r lo iwm He and his family hand entertained in the Waeon Wheel and at the various rodeo dances and activities in the Heppner area for many years. He is survived bv his wife, Agnes: sons. Ronnie of Albanv and Roger of firesham: daughters. fxonore Corhin of Beaverton. l.orraine Bea of Hillsboro. I.indy C.ravelle of San Francisco. Cindy and Mdawna IonniB of McMin ville: a brother. Elbert of Tillamook: and ten grand children G-T deadline Monday Caret le-Times readers are reminded that the deadline fnr all news and advertising is Mondav at 5 p ro fnr thai Thursday's paper. What's Your Opinion? . . J -ii tr1 , . - i IHS student elected to "Boy's State legislature 7f The 40 Oregon high school juniors who have become citizens of Beaver Boys' State this week (June 14 - 20) at the University of Oregon have elected senators and repre senlatives. Elected from this area was Brad Schmidt. lone High School, son of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Schmidt. lone. The legislators, represent- American Legion installs ing the eight counties and 14 cities created during the American Legion-sponsored educational program in gov ernment operation and leader ship, will hear testimony and ' hold debate on such issues as the state budget and reappor tionment of legislative districts. Jf. n 4 Question: "Are you in favor of Morrow County having its own building inspector?" "Sure," said William C. Driscoll. Heppner. "A local inspector would be more handy, ... at less expense to the people." By MARY ANN CERLTLO The installation of officers was the agenda for the American Legion Auxiliary last Tuesday, June 16. The meeting was held at the home of Dorothy Krebs in lone with past president, Rose Baker, as , the installing officer. Installed were Maryan Mc- Elligott, president; Jean Jep sen, vice president; Beverly Doherty, secretary-treasurer; Edith Nichoson, chaplain; Doris Gollyhorn, Sergeant of arms; and Dorothy Krebs as historian. After the installation cere mony, refreshments of straw berry shortcake and ice cream were served. mm mw cot jJ U LnJ livju u REMEMBER...THE "A" BALLOT MUST PASS BEFORE ANY "3" BALLOTS WILL PASS! The county general operating funds on the allot contains only a minimal amount for road I maintenance. ... . . i ii The B ballot funds in the 3-year serial road vital to save our roads and stop further det V a oaiioT come I IIUH HWI Tho R knllot fnnrk in th 3-vear serial road lew are - stop further deterioration. J . A. nil. Hl'l" .(turrcono,ny. FREE DRAWING WHEN YOU BUY AN ARMOUR 1 STAR BONELESS TURKEY AT OUR SPECIAL LOW PRICE ENTER TO WIN A ROAST CN DISPLAY IN THE STORE l LB v PLEASE EXCUSE OUR FURTHER REMODELING INCONVENIENCE FOR ONE MORE WEEK (WE HOPE) AISIN BREAD AVOCADO hWMf SUN MAID 16oz 1. 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