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Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, June 6, 1990 - THREE Tellecheas yard of the month Historical Soc. enjoys trip to WA. Ruth Locust Chapt.No. 32 to meet By Delpha Jones The Morrow County Historical Society sponsors a trip each year, the first weekend in May. This year the group of 29 visited the Chehalis- Centralia area. They left lone at 7:15 a m. on Friday, enroute to the twin cities. A coffee stop was enjoyed at a rest area near Hood River, then in Washington. They visited the Klager Lilac Gardens at Woodland, Wa. There were many different types of flowering shrubs and trees, with 37 different kinds of lilacs. While there Pat Majeske Wright, discovered a Lilac with the name of Majeske, and others enjoyed many kinds and col ors they had never seen. The group traveled on to Chehalis where they had motel reservations. They were met by Mr. Bunker of the Historical Society, who escorted the group to places of interest. On Friday they visited a log cabin, a former courthouse and the historic Claquato Church. This building was built in 1885. It is the oldest Protes tant church in the Pacific Northwest still standing in its original structural form. Because of needed repairs the church is not open to the public at the present time. It has a belfry con sisting of a louvered square mounted by a symbolic crown of thorns, the origin is not known. The group was surprised when upon returning to the motel, they were greeted by Harriet and Bill Busby of Seattle. Harriet is the former Harriet Heliker. They join ed the group for dinner that evening and breakfast the next morning. On Saturday the group really had an enjoyable day, with a trip to a museum, where another member of the group, Lorraine Ladd, found a beautiful Ladd Piano, which had been brought by early ship to the area. Mary Wright found a comer and street with her name on These names added to the fun of the trip. The group was entertained by a gentleman who played music of the ‘20’s and ‘30’s. The group visited the Mossy Rock at the tulip gardens, many of which still in bloom, and a nursery, where there were hundreds of outstanding fuschias and begonia hanging baskets. The group was then taken to the surprise planned by the MCHS-Wolthaven. Here they were introduced to several species of wolves, from northern Canada to the plains of the US. The group then sat around a huge bonfire, and heard two wolf stories and were able to hear all 37 of the wolves howl. Un fortunately the weather had gotten cold and it was sprinkling rain, so the travelers could not remain for the evening. Here Pat Wright had the misfortune to sprain her leg and had to stay off her leg for the remainder of the trip home. On Sunday they visited the Mt. St. Helens center and went on home to Portland to the ex po center at the Antique and Collec tor’s show. Then it was home to Morrow County. “ This is a yearly trip and we will be planning a trip next year, and hope that many of you will keep this date in mind and join us again. If you’ve never gone, join us for the first tim e ,” said a club spokesperson. Magic show for vacation Bible school at First Christian Church The First Christian Church is sponsoring a Gospel Magic Show in coordination with vacation Bible school June 18 -22. Children are in vited to come meet “ Dina Dolly” from the Magic Clown Company. The show is presented by Penny Col lier, who was saved through a magic show and is a real magician. She is a member of the Christian Magician Association. “ This was the only week we could get her as she is booked years in advance,” said a church spokesperson. Bible school will be held June 18 through 21 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday. On Fri day there will be a 7 p.m. perfor mance open to the public. Refreshments will be provided each day. There is no charge but dona tions are welcome. “ Bring a friend to the First Chris tian Church and see how magic is in troduced Gospel-Style,” said a spokesperson. The show is co sponsored by the Church of the Nazarene and the Christian Life Center. Ruth Locust Chapter No. 32, Order of the Eastern Star will hold their last stated meeting of the sum mer on Monday, June 11 at 8 p.m. at the Heppner Masonic Hall. The Grand Chapter’s theme this year has been “ Our American Heritage,” which has been carried out in programs and decorations by the Worthy Matron Katherine Lind- strom and her helpers. During the business meeting the annual financial report and a membership update will be given. Since June 14 is Flag Day the theme of the evening will pertain to the American Flag. Local students WOSC grads The largest-ever graduating class, a first-ever telecast, and a visit by a Japanese college president will highlight the 133rd commencement ceremony June 9 at Western Oregon State College. WOSC will graduate 950 can didates, the biggest group ever eligi ble for bachelor’s and master’s degrees, at 11 a.m. in the new physical education building. Area graduates are: Mary M. Peck, B.A. in psychology; Robert W. Peck, B.S. in secondary educa tion and Frances E. Sharkey, B.S. in business, all of Boardman. *> # * Kathy Tellechea Judy Jepsen receives 4-H leaders scholarship A $250 4-H Leaders Council Scholarship was won this year by Judy Jepsen of lone. In order to receive the scholarship the recipient must enroll in college in the fall after graduation and com plete a year of college with at least a C average. They receive the scholarship as they enter their sophomore year. The scholarship is based on the following criteria: 25 percent on pro ject work, 25 percent on communi ty involvement, 25 percent on scholastics, and 25 percent on character and leadership. Area students receive degrees Two hundred sixty-seven degrees, certificates and high school diplomas will be awarded to 237 graduates at the 28th Blue Mountain Communi ty College Commencement set for June 8. BMCC offers a number of two- year degrees in addition to several certificate programs which typical ly take one year of college study to complete. Additionally a high school diploma program is offered through the college’s basic skills department. Area students receiving degrees or diplomas are: Heppner: Steve Estberg, associate of science degree in automotive technology; Sherry Vejraska, adult high school diploma; and Matthew Clark, associate of science degree in production agriculture. lone: Daniel Peterson-associate of lone band to begin practice The lone Community Band will begin practice on Monday June 11 at the lone High School music room at 8 p.m. Interested persons are urg ed to attend as the band will be get ting ready to play at the lone Fourth of July celebration. Other practices scheduled are Thursday, June 21 and Thursday. June 28 at lone. All prac tices begin at 8 p.m. For more in formation contact Geneva Mathews, 676-5550 or Jim Swanson, 422-7162. John and Kathy Tellechea’s yard has been selected yard of the month for May by the Lexington Garden Bugs. The Tellechea’s have lived at 350 West St. for the past 12 years. They have two sons Jim and Phillip John takes care of all the work in the garden while Kathy is in charge of the flowers. Their lawn and sur rounding property are kept well Heppner TV to hold annual meeting science degree in diesel and heavy equipment; Gary Rea-associate of science degree in production agriculture; Kellie Reid-associate of science degree in nursing; and William Zinter-associate of science degree in liberal arts. Irrigon: Charlotte Gonzales-adult high school diploma; Steven Hulen- associate of arts degree in liberal arts; John Marlow-associate of science degree in civil engineering technology; Laurie M arlow- associate of science degree in elec tronic engineering technology; and Steven McCabe-adult high school diploma. Lexington: Julianne Nelson- associate of science degree in secretarial science and certificates in general business in stenography and information processing. Heppner T. V. Inc. will be holding their annual meeting of the member ship on Tuesday, June 12, at 8 p.m. at the St. Patrick’s Senior Center. All members are invited to attend for a financial recap of the past year’s business and discussion of the future possibilities on programming. One board position must be filled. President, Gregory Sweek will be going out, however, he has stated he would run again for this seat. Heppner T.V. Inc. is celebrating their 35th year in business. Back in February, 1955, a group of in terested citizens met at the Heppner Elks Lodge to form a Community Correction F riday-June 8 PRIME RIB - S aturday-June 9 SALMON LOAF - S7 WS Rice Pilaf Vegetables Fresh Rolls with Soup (crm. o f turkey vegetable) or Salad Try out our Salad Bar and check out our menu - for the grownups and kids SE E YOU TH ERE! Father’s Day Special! DURANGO, ANGO ROPERS Mens DUR (BOOT * All Leather Foot Black, Brown, Grey Arrow \, Sale The polyester/cotton blend makes this shirt easy to care for, while the single-needle tailoring and wide variety of colors and patterns give you the quality and fashion you demand. Choose the Arrow Sport Shirt for classic good looks . The Shirt America Lives In STAR TIN G A T $175* Gardner’s 193 N. Main St. 676-9218 99 Other Specials In The Store H '.lilid iE ll WEAR Heppner HEPPNER * I ill ] MANGO ! S62 95 Reg. The Sport Shirt from Arrow — a classic in casual dressing $9»5 Baked Potato Vegetables Fresh Rolls with Soup (clam chowder) or Salad Dean Munkers of Heppner High School has been awarded the Pioneer Memorial Hospital Foundation’s Earl and Hazel Wilson Scholarship. The scholarships are awarded to deserving students interested in the health care field who have lived in Morrow County at least one year. Munkers received $300. Munkers’ photograph was in advertently switched with the photo of Heppner High student Dan Lind say in last week’s Gazette-Times. Other winners were Linda Morter, lone High School and C arri Brownfield and Kelly McLaughlin Heppner High. v\ a jp " Elk’s Fine Dining Dean Munkers \ Television System. Forty people participated. The first board of direc tors elected were Cliff Dougherty, Gene Ferguson, Jim Healy and Lowell Gribble with W.C. Rosewall as the cooperative’s first president. Carl Spaulding began the cooperative as secretary-treasurer. First transmission of the cable system took place before the end of the year in 1955. The board of directors invites members to a 35th anniversary reception at the T V. office Friday, June 22 from 2 to 4 p.m. “ Please stop by in memory of this occa sion,” said Judie Laughlin. Guess w ho’s 4 0 on Friday? Happy Birthday, Denny. FATHERS DAT JUNE 17TH X trimmed and mowed. “ It’s hard to find a weed in John’s garden. Kathy tries to do something new in the yard every year,” said a Garden Bug spokesperson. Whether it's putting in a new flower bed, changing an existing one or adding new animals to her ‘menagerie.’ Kathy says, “ it’s fun and interesting to do different things in the yard.” The Tellecheas received a geranium from the Garden Bugs. ft — JH- -------- 1 143 N. M A IN « 7 6 -5 2 « I ^
