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TWO The Heppner Gaiette-Timet, Hf ppntr, Oregon, Thursday. The Of ficial N ewspaper of the , City of Heppner and the County of Morrow I CWTA ZZ. The Htppntt GAZETTE-TIMES morrow couwrrs HOME wned newspaper U SP S. 24O-420 Published every Thursday and entered as second-class matter at the Post Office at Heppner. Oregon under the Act of March J, 1879. Second-class postage paid at Heppner, Oregon. Office at 147 West Willow Street. Telephone (503) 676-922B. Address communications to the Heppner Gazette Times. P.O. Box 337, Heppner, Oregon 97836. $10 00 in Morrow. Umatilla, Wheeler & Gilliam counties : $12 elsewhere. David and April Hilton Sykes, Publishers Obituaries Sam McMillan MILWAUKIE - Sam McMillan, author, educator and wheat rancher, died Au gust 1 at a Milwaukie hospital. He wrote two books, "The Bunchgrassers," a history of Lexington. Oregon, where he was bom January 16, 1916. He also wrote "Gathering of the Clan." a history of the McMil lans dating back to family origin in Scotland several cen turies ago. McMillan's grandfather homesteaded in the Lexington area in 1886. and his father homesteaded in that area a short time later. He graduated from Lexing ton High School in 1933, and worked on his father's wheat ranch through the spring of 1941. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps in April, 1941 and was discharged in December, 1945 as a Sergeant Major. He returned to Lexington after World War II and purchased his Grandfather McMillan's estate. He operated that wheat ranch from 1946 through 1958. Mr. McMillan married Amabel Strodtman in 1943. He moved to Portland and entered Portland State in 1958. receiving his B.A. degree in history in 1962. He taught at Centennial High School for five years, and received his Masters' degree in 1968. He was an instructor at Mt. Hood Community College for 10 years, retiring in 1977. Mr. McMillan was member of the Al Kader Shrine; past master, Heppner Lodge No. 69 AM & FM; past district deputy grand master, district No. 28; and past patron Locust Chapter No. 119, O.E.S. He was also a member of B.P.O.E. No. 358, Heppner. He is survived by his wife, Amabel, by brothers Robert of Hillsboro and Jack of Red mond, three surviving sisters: Freida Slocum of Heppner, Eula Markle of Sandy and Naomi Hill of Portland. No public service was held. Commitment was at Skyline Memorial Gardens. Memorial donations may be made to the Masonic & Eas tern Star Home in Forest Grove, Oregon, 97116, or to the Portland Sunshine Division. Pre-fair workday set AH 4-H families and friends of 4-H and F.F.A. are encour aged to assist with a clean up-set up- get ready for fair day on Sunday, August 14. "Come as early as you can, there's lots of things that need doing," said Birdine Tullis of the county Extension Service. There are pens to be set up, and cleaned; inside the annex everything must be put in place and decorations added. Each livestock club will be assigned stalls early this year and asked to clean them in preparation for their animals. To make the day a special event, the fair board will provide a main meat dish, plates and tableware as well as drinks for a potluck lunch. Those who attend are asked to bring a favorite salad or des sert. At 4 p.m., all 4-H superin tendents are asked to meet with Bob Costa and Birdine Tullis, extension staff, to fi nalize plans and make sure all things ane "go" for fair. Story hour planned at lone Library A story hour will be held at the lone City Library on Au gust 11, 18 and 25 at 4 p.m. All children are welcome to at tend. Refreshments will be served following the story. The story hours are spon sored by the Heppner-Ione Branch of the American As sociation of University Wo men. Social Security rep. to visit By NEOLA MACKEY A Social Security represen tative will be available at the Heppner Neighborhood Center on Friday. Aug. 12 from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. The represen tative visits Heppner only once a month on the second Friday of each month. A free blood pressure clinic will be held at the center on Tuesday, Aug. 16 from 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Adult and Family Services counselor Janet Phillips will be at the center on Wednes day. Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon to take applications for food stamps and to handle any problems that clients may have. Judy Creighton will be at the center on Wednesday, Aug. 17 at 1 p.m. to conduct a Job Training Techniques class. Matthew Jay Bergstrom - A son. Matthew Jay, was born to Michele and Mike Bergstrom of Hermiston on August 7 at Good Shepherd Hospital in Hermiston. He weighed 8 lbs., 9'i oz. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Don Evans, Mr. and Mrs. Randall Peterson and Mr. Bob Bergstrom, all of Heppner. Great-grandparents are Millie Evans, Iva Booker and Mr. and Mrs. Albert Connor, all of Heppner. Katie Marian Walton A daughter, Katie Mariah, was born to SueEllen and Paul Walton of Long Creek on July 18 at Blue Mountain Hospital in John Day. She weighed 6 lbs.. 13 oz. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Bud Walton of Long Creek and Mr. and Mrs. Don Greenup of Heppner. Katie joins a sister, Shan non, four and a brother, Jimmy, three. Logan Stanley Wei per - A son, Logan Stanley, was born to Susan and Stan Weiper of Clear Lake, Calif, on July 29. He weighed 7 lbs., 8 oZ. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Roy Lindstrom of lone and Mr. and Mrs. Ted Weiper of Lower Lake, Calif. Logan joins brothers Tyler, four and one-half, and Mor gan, two and one-half. Pennant bearers needed Interested individuals who would like to be pennant bearers during the .Morrow County Rodeo and Parade are asked to call Bobby Angell, court director, at 676-9235. J Births August II. 19M Weddings Bristoiv Jacque I ; vs. n Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Bristow Dustina Odessa Jacque, daughter of Mary and Lynn Hood and Bess and Larry Jacque, Mapleton, Oregon, was united in marriage June 17 to Douglas James Bristow, son of John and Marie Bristow of lone, at Antiach Missionary Baptist Church in Corvallis. Ron Pomeroy of Portland was best man. Sister of the bride, Jeseca Kimball, Eugene, was maid of honor. Following a reception at Nendell's Inn, the bride and groom left for a trip to the Oregon Coast. The couple is now at home in Corvallis where both are students at Oregon State University. Wedding Announcement Denton Sonveide Terri R. Sorweide and David W. Denton invite all friends and relatives to their wedding on Saturday, August 27, 6:30 p.m., at 440 W. Riverside St. in Heppner. A reception will follow at the Heppner Elks Lodge, upstairs. Smith Healy Janice Kathryn Healy, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Bill Healy of Heppner, and Dale Samuel Smith, son of Mr. and Mrs. Dave Smith of Brewster, Wash, will be married Friday, August 19 at 7 p.m., at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Heppner. A reception will follow at the Heppner Elks Lodge. All friends and relatives are invited to attend. Pecks take Lexington Yard of Month award r r, ' rrf M ! 4 i t ... t ' V I V.' fTjt." I Frances Peck with daughters Judy (1) and Deanna The Lexington Garden Bugs have chosen the yard of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Peck at 150 W. Water St. for the August Yard of the Month. Six years ago, this area of flowers, strawberries and rock fence was just an alfalfa field. The rocks were gathered from various areas the couple Fair News Fair superintendents are reminded of the pre-fair work day on Sunday. Aug. 14 at l p.m. at the fairgrounds in Heppner. A potluck dinner will be served later in the after noon. The meat will be fur nished. All volunteers are needed, said Fair Secretary Ruby Munkers. A new feature at this year's fair will be an Arts and Crafts Day on Tuesday, Aug. 23. Anyone interested in demon strating an art or craft may call Munkers for details. The secretary's hours at the fair office are 8 a.m. to 4" p.m. weekdays She can be reached at 676-9474 or 676-5028. Fair buttons will be sold this year and may be picked up at the fair office before the fair. Cost is $2 each. Senior citizen passes are also available at 'si iT-m.iniii.ii... , ' ' - r 4 ft' " 11 has visited, and the straw berry plants border a bed of flowers. "This small space has been made into a unique spot," said a garden club member. Garden animals, birds and a cow skull also decorate the Peck's small but lovely yard, she added. the fair office. Following is a schedule of fair events: August 13 - 4-H Horse Show, August 16 to 20 -work on booths, August 19 -4-H Style Revue, August 21 -Open Class Horse Show and exhibits must be in, August 22 - the fair opens. Harley Sager, parade chairman, reports that entries for the Fair and Rodeo Parade are coming in slowly. Every one interested in entering the parade is asked to call him for more information. For Sale Heavy duty double axle car carrier for trailer $700 Call 676-9961 and ask forj Chris or Ralph Justice Court Morrow County Justice Court at the Morrow County Courthouse in Heppner han dled the following cases dur ing the past week: Kenneth Ray Pearson, Se minole. Texas - No PUC Per mit. $29 fine. Juan Jesus Jimenez, Semi nole. Texas No PUC Permit, $29 fine. Diana Marie Epping, Lex ington - Careless Driving. $55 fine. August J. Gross. Tucum cari. New Mexico - Disobeyed Stop Sign. $14 fine. Mark W. King. lone - Open Container of Alcoholic Bever age in a Motor Vehicle. $55 bail forfeited. Gary Lynn Lawson, Hep pner - Violation of the Basic Rule (39 mph in a 25 mph zone). $28 fine. Ann Marie Cutsforth. Hep pner - Violation of the Basic Rule (38 mph in a 25 mph zone). $28 fine. Rick Gerald Rea, Lexington - Exceeding the Maximum Speed (75 mph in a 55 mph zone). $34 fine. Johnny .Lee Bishop, Pecos, Texas - No PUC Permit. $12 fine. Michael Wayne Walsing ham. Grangeville, Idaho Vio lation of the Basic Rule (43 mph in a 25 mph zone), $34 fine: Violation of the Basic Rule (43 mph in a 25 mph zone). $34 fine; Violation of the Basic Rule (37 mph in a 25 mph zone). $12 fine, six months probation and must have no further violations or will receive a 30 day license suspension. Albert Lee Corey, Lexington - Exceeding the Maximum Speed G8 mph in a 55 mph zone). $28 fine. Paul William Snow. lone -Minor in Possession of an Alcoholic Beverage, $55 fine; Negotiating a Bad Check. $250 fine and 30 days in jail all but $75 of fine suspended, one year probation, and must make restitution to Heppner Mobil and on other outstanding checks, if any. Senior News The Heppner Senior Meal site will be closed on Wednes day. August 17, and on Wed nesday. August 24 because of the County Fair and Rodeo. The next meal will be served a! the site on Wednesday. August 31, at 12 noon. Expectant parents class Anyone interested in enrol ling in an expectant parents class sponsored by Blue Mountain Community College is asked to call Chris Adleman at 676-5196 after August 15. A Flair for Fashion A Bulova Quartz timepiece, fashionable for every occasion. With goldtone cases and soft leather straps that are both casual and classic! Brown numtrals on a cream Ca Brown strap S13S 00 BULOVA reterson's yrTl Sheriffs Report The Morrow County Sher iff's Department at the Mor row County Courthouse in Heppner handled the following calls, cases and reports during the past week: On August 2. the Roardman Fire Department responded to a call at Man Camp. On August 3. a Boardman ambulance responded to a call at the Boardman Safety Cen ter to transport a man to Good Shepherd Hospital in Hermis ton. On August 4. a break-in was reported at the North Morrow Medical Clinic in Boardman, A large quantity of drugs was taken. Also on August 4. the Roardman Fire Department responded to a fire just east of the overpass going into the Boardman Marina. In a third August 4 incident, a Heppner ambulance respon ded to a call from a Heppner residence for a man possibly having a heart attack. On August 6. a Boardman ambulance responded to a call at Wilson Trailer Court A patient was transported to Good Shepherd Hospital On August 7. a Boardman ambulance responded to a vehicle accident on Interstate 84 near Milepost '52. Michael Lee Stevens of Kennewick. Wash, was taken to Good Shepherd Hospital. The Ore gon State Police handled the accident. Also on August 7, a Board man ambulance responded to a residence on Willow Ford Drive for a person who was reportedly having trouble breathing The patient was taken to Good Shepherd Hos pital. Local news bits Jessie Furlong was guest of honor at a party last Friday afternoon, on her 88th birth day. Friends at Pioneer Memor ial Nursing Home and from the Heppner Neighborhood Center joined her in celebra ting and enjoyed cake served by her daughter, Naomi "Babe" Matthews. Assisting her were Charity McEIIigott and Sandy Kelsay. BiEBSa 559? NOW TAKING APPOINTMENTS Jewelers 676-9200. Public Meetings ft' V "? 'i : Thursday, AuRust U - Port of Morrow Commission, 1 Marine Drive, Boardman, 1 p.m.: Lexington Fire Depart ment, city hall, 7:30 p.m. Monday, August 15 Morrow County School District Hoard, district orfice. Lexington, 8:30 pm.: Heppner Fire Depart ment, fire hall, 7 :30p.m.; lone Planning Commission, city hall. 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 17 -Morrow County Court, court house, Heppner. 9 a.m. Monday. August 22 - Hep pner Fire Department, fire hall. 7:30 p m, Tuesday, August 23 - Pio neer Memorial Hospital Board, hospital. Heppner, 9:30 am. Wednesday, August 24 Morrow County Court, north Morrow annex. Irrigon, 9 a m.; Heppner Public Library Board. Heppner Library, 8 pm. Monthly, August 29- Morrow County Planning Commission, courthouse. Heppner, 8 p m.; Heppner Fire Department, fire hall. 7:30 p m. BUSINESS DIRECTORY AUTO PARTS HEPPNER AUTO PARTS 234 N. Main Heppner 676-9123 FLOOR COVERING MAR FLOOR COVERING Linden Way Carpet, 676-9418 Ceramic Htppotr Cabinets, FURNITURE CASE FURNITURE Heppner Carpet, Linoleum, Counter Tops Installed Beauty Rest Mattresses, Fabrics and Accessories. Sherwin Wil'iams Paint INSURANCE rT.LJ VJV1 MAKTER m t BRYANT 'U . 'M MEDICAL SUPPLIES MEDICAL CENTER PHARMACY I 1 Mn.lmy . on P-w.f .p",on Hoipifal Supply Mo" f. 94 pm but 9 1 p m Located in the Medical Center 1100 Southgate, Pendleton 276-1531 OIL PRODUCTS Chewron DEVIN OIL M co. mc. QCHEYRON PRODUaS PETTYJOHN OIL COMPANY Mbll 'orm Chemicals Serving 3 Counties Petroleum Products Phone: 422-7254 Morrow County Grain Grower Diesel BULK FUELS We Deliver Gasoline 1-G0CM52-7396 Home fuel Oils Lubricants 989-0221 prihth:? PRIHTIKS SERVICES FOR YC'ja t!CIA!E C3 ETJ:ZSS 147 ttCUw iiepphir cAHTTi-ni:js 7-m DENTISTRY Thomas F. Alexander, D.D.S., General Dentistry Tuesdays 1st Interstate Bank Bldg. 676-5410 or 481-9462 aitoct) Hospital Notes Patients admitted and re Ipned from Pioneer Memor ial Hospital in Heppner during the post week included: Maxine Schmidt, Heppner admitted August 4, released August 8. Patients still receiving care at the hospital as of Monday, August 8. were; Scott Riwchke. Heppner admitted August 4; Gladys Munkers, Heppner admitted August 5; Joanne Hansen, Heppner -admitted August 5; Hael Hamlin, Heppner admitted August 7; and Glen Wilcox. Portland - ad mitted August 8. For Sale Like new Kelvinator stove, almond with black glassed oven door, free standing deluxe model $435. New Kelvinator under counter dishwasher, almond, energy saving deluxe model $4K). New decor microwave space saver: mounts your microwave above your stove Comes with vent, fan and light $165 Call 676 91 md ask for Chris or Ralph. Linoleum, Ti,e Kitchen ijNj Counter Tops n C IINSURANCI wuu P I if
