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FOUR - Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, April 10, 1991 Sheriff’s Report The Official Newspaper of the City of Heppner and the County of Morrow ONPA The Heppner GAZETTE-TIMES Morrow C ounty's Home-Owned Weekly Newspaper U S P S 240-420 Published every W ednesday and entered as second-class matter at the Post Office at Heppner. Oregon under the Act of March 3, 1879. Second class postage paid at Heppner. Oregon. Office at 147 West Willow Street. Telephone (503) 676-9228. \ddress communications to the Heppner Gazette-Times, P.O. Box 337, Hepp ner, Oregon 97836. Subscriptions: $15 in Morrow, Wheeler, Gilliam and Grant Counties; $23 elsewhere. Joyce H u g h es.................................................................OfiWe Manager, Typesetting April Sykes .................................................................................................. News Editor Carol Atherly ............................................................................. Graphics Department Becky Evans ............................................................................... Graphics Department Monique P a r r e l.......................................................................................... Distribution Penni Keersemaker ............................................................................................. Bindery Bob S m ith ................................................................................................................ Printer David and April Svkes. Publishers Letters to the Editor Don’t hold breath To the Editor; Oregon’s Land Conservation and Development Commission has been intimidating and oppressive to rural Oregonians close to 17 years now. My vote for im plem enting Measure 5 was also a protest vote against LCDC methodology. About two weeks before Governor Roberts was elected, 1 told her that 1 think the LCDC methodology is in timidating and oppressive, implying that although some of its goals were good, other goals and most of its methodology for implementing these goals is econom ically and psychologically a lance through the heart of Oregon industry, a lance through what motivates and inspires industry. In other words, LCDC took away too many of our land use rights and freedoms. Then I asked Barbara how she stands on LCDC goals, whereby she stated, “ that although it has flaws, it is basically a good plan.” I like Mrs. Roberts and did not publicly argue with her that the LCDC has had very serious flaws in it for 17 years now. 1 wrote a letter to her instead. Chamber Chatter By Claudia Hughes, Chamber Manager Wanted: Missing persons by Heppner Chamber of Commerce. The search is on for “ missing per sons,” says Chamber president Bob Kahl. Heppner Chamber is conduc ting its annual membership drive during the month of April and hopes to encourage Main Street business, ranchers, farmers and individuals to join. Tuesday, April 16, all in terested persons are invited to attend the noon luncheon at the Elks to learn more about the Heppner Chamber and its role in the com munity. Guest speaker will be Gilliam County Judge Laura Pryor. C ham ber M anager Claudia Hughes says Chamber is a sound business investment. “ It’s an oppor tunity for people to have a voice in community issues, to be aware of current situations that will affect them, to be a part of supporting events that bring dollars to Heppner businesses and organizations, to re quest seminars, and strive for all- around communication and good working relationships." Kahl and Hughes encourage one and all to come “ for a taste of Chamber.” RSVP to Kahl at 676-9113 or Hughes at 676-5536 by 9 a m. Tuesday. Now I say this. If the government of Oregon further continues to operate the LCDC as it has in the past, I will continue to vote to withhold government funding and sometime between now and the next 20 years (before I die), I and a few thousand other Oregonians will break Oregon government’s scruffy, self-serving back, even it it takes the whole state down with it. In other words, if it’s necessary, the voters can and will demonstrate who ultimately carries the biggest stick. There is no doubt in my mind that rural Oregon voters stuck govern ment with Measure 5 because Oregon government legislators took it upon themselves to stick rural Oregonians wiht LCDC 17 years ago. I suppose they thought we would forget about that. The legislators should not hold their breath while waiting. (s) A1 Butch Green 3786 River Rd. Yachats, OR 97498 Marriage Licenses The Clerk’s office at the cour thouse in Heppner reports issuing the following marriage licenses during the past week: March 28: Ryan Lee Millfct, 19, Heppner; and Paula Louise Heatherly, 22, Heppner. April 5: Thomas Victor Wilson, Jr., 20, lone; and Kimberly Kay Zenchenko. 20, lone. Justice Court ____ Report____ The Justice Court office at the courthouse annex building in Hepp ner reports handling the following business during the past week: David George McNary, 36, Ione- Wrong Way on One Way Street, $20 fine; Kenneth D. Graves, 24, Ket chikan, Alaska-Exceeding the Max imum Speed Limit, 65 mph in a 55 mph zone, $38 bail forfeited; Jesse Ramirez, Jr., Hermiston- Criminal Trespass, $347, $200 suspended with one year probation with no further violation of the law excluding minor traffic; Jeff Hiatt, Heppner-Disorderly Conduct, $90 fine; Shawn G ibson, Heppner- Disorderly Conduct, $90 fine. PROM TUXEDOS 4-H News___ The Sheriffs office at the cour Crazy Cookers thouse in Heppner reports dispat By Jake McElligott, Reporter ching the following business during The Crazy Cookers first and se the past week: cond year members met April 3 at April 2; Morrow County deputy the lone High School home ec room. responded to the Western Empire Members baked chocolate chip and area in Irrigon for a possible fire. peanut butter chip cookies and divid Fire was a controlled bum; ed them for each member to take Morrow County Sheriff s office home. Following the meeting arrested Albert Leslie Gandy, 34, Ir members went out to pizza dinner at rigon, for Criminal Trespass II. the Office Cafe. Leader Nancy Gandy was cited and released; Miller is keeping track of neatness Morrow County deputy respond while members cook at meetings. At ed to the Irrigon area for a report of the next meeting Kara Miller, Marc a reckless driver. Problem was Oren and Jake McElligott will do a solved. cookie baking contest to help April 3: Morrow County deputy younger members prepare for fair. arrested Jerry Valdez, 30, Board- man, for Driving Under the In fluence of Intoxicants. Valdez was released on his own recognizance; Thursday Night Ladies Morrow County Sheriffs office March 21, 1991 dispatched the Boardman ambulance W L to Lamb-Weston. One female patient 29Vi 10 Vi Jordan Elevator with an injury was transported to Pcnland House 24 K J & J Ceramics 22 V, n v , Good Shepherd Hospital in 18 Black Horse Contracting 22 Hermiston; 24 K MCGG Morrow County deputy cited and B & C Repair 6 34 released Tirusew Aboye, 22, High game: Sandra Halvorsen 204. High series: Katie McRoberts 541. Portland for D riving W hile Splits converted: Theo Greenup 4-7-K), Suspended; Dima A Dozen Morrow County Sheriffs office March 24, 1991 dispatched the Heppner ambulance W L to St. Patrick’s Senior Center for a 14 34 #4 female with unknown injuries; 26Vi 2IVi 0 5 22 #8 26 Morrow County deputy respond 25 23 0 1 ed to the Irrigon area to investigate 24 24 »2 an animal problem. Investigation is 22V, 25Vi #6 continuing; .■>. 0 3 21V, 26Vi Morrow County deputy respond 12 Vi 35 Vi 01 High game: Millie Hanna 225, Garry ed to a residence in the Irrigon area VanArsdale 213. for a welfare check. High series: Diana Hoeft 488 Garry April 4; Morrow County deputy VanArsdale 624. responded to the Irrigon area for a High team game: 0 4, 772. High team series: 0 I, 2224. traffic problem. Investigations are Splits converted: H any Hartley 3-K), 5-K); continuing; Vfema Brinda 4-7-9; Theo Greenup 5-7; Ellis Morrow County deputy respond McRoberts 3-6-8-K). ed to the Irrigon area to take a report KofTee Kup Keglers of an investigation of a possible March 2 8 1991 theft. W L MCGG 32V, 23Vi April 5; Morrow County Sheriffs The Pytts 31 25 office dispatched the Heppner am No Pin Hitters 25 31 bulance to a residence on S. Chase Gutter Dusters 31 25 St. One male was transported to Hopeful Has Beens 29Vi 26 Vi Pioneer Memorial Hospital with an 27 29 Hi Ho’s 24Vi 31Vi Alley Cats unknown injury; 40 Vi 15 Vi The Dregs Morrow County Sheriffs office High game: Billie VanArsdale 194. dispatched the Arlington ambulance High series: Billie VanArsdale 519. to a residence on Hwy 19, Arl Splits converted: Rene Ledbetter 5-7; Eileen Padberg 5-8-10; Betty McDonald 5-K); Billie ington. One male was transported to VhnArsdale 5-K); Josie Ktndsfather 5-6; Lucille Good Shepherd Hospital; Massey 2-7; Bebe Mlinker, 5-6-10. Morrow County deputy respond ed to Rod’s Market in Irrigon for a Thursday Night Ladles juvenile problem; March 28, 1991 Morrow County deputy assisted a W L 33V, >K»Vi Jordan Elevator ■ ' » *• disabled motorist on 1-85; 27 . , »7, Morrow County deputy assisted '•* Penland House i tn is t 23 21 Black Horse Contractmgi. Boardman police with a complaint at 22 Vi 21 Vi J & J Ceramic a Boardman business. MCGG 19 25 37 7 B & C Repair April 6: Morrow County deputy High game: Darlene Scroggins 195. responded to the Irrigon area for a High series: lnetia Cantin 520. report of an intoxicated driver. Splits converted: Millie Hanna 3-K); Theo Deputy was unable to locate vehicle Greenup 3-7; Anita Boyer 5-10; Cindi Doher- upon arrival; ty 2-7; Arlynda Gates 5-7. April 4, 1991 Morrow County deputies respond W L ed to an accident on Hwy. 207. 34 Vi 13 Vi Jordan Elevator There were no injuries. Penland House 30 18 April 7: Morrow County deputy J & J Ceramics 23 Vi 24 Vi MCGG 23 25 responded to Nevada St. Irrigon, for Black Horse Contracting 23 25 a report of a prowler. Call was 38 B & C Repair 10 unfounded; High game: Theo Greenup 203. Morrow County deputy respond High series: Theo Greenup 544. ed to Rt. 2, Irrigon for a report of Splits converted: Janie Beamer 3-K); Eileen Padberg 3 -10.__________________________ a civil dispute; Dime A Dozen Morrow County deputy respond April 7, 1991 ed to Rt. 2, Irrigon for a report of W L trespassing. Michael O. Gunderson, 0 4 17 35 30, Irrigon, was cited and released 28V5 23 Vi #5 for Criminal Trespass II; 0 1 24 28 27 25 Morrow County deputy respond # 8 27 01 25 ed to the three mile canyon area for 24Vi 27 Vi 06 a report of suspicious circumstances. 24 Vi 27 Vi 03 Call was unfounded; 15 Vi 36 Vi 01 High game: Noia Binschus 178; Ben Veene Morrow County deputy cited and 200 . released Richard A. Peterson, 33, High series: Cindi Doherty 486; Garry lone, for Careless Driving and VanArsdale 561. Failure to Perform Duties of a High team game: 0 3, 0 5, 0 2-738. Driver in a Motor Vehicle Accident; High team series: 0 1-2175. Splits converted: Don Greenup 5-K); Ray Morrow County deputy respond Banka 5-8-K); Cindi Doherty 7-9,4-5-7; Elmer ed to Lindsay Canyon for a report Heath 6-7-K). of theft in progress. Manuel Men doza, 48, Umatilla, was arrested for Theft II and Criminal Trespass II. Mendoza was cited and released. During the week of April 1 through April 8 Morrow County deputies assisted one disabled motorist in Morrow County. April 8; Morrow County deputy responded to an Irrigon business to investigate a report of an attempted break in; Morrow County deputy respond ed to the Boardman area for a welfare check on a local resident. They’re Steal ing The Water The noble phrase “ M ultiple Use” when applied to water in the West is a major departure from the use con cept that has served this area for more than 100 years. Scarce water resources in Eastern Oregon have been allocated on an entirely different theory since ter ritorial days. The very first pioneers over the Oregon Trail could see there would never be enough water to do all the things water alone could do in this wide open land. From irrigation to hydro power to navigation, the West just does not have enough to do it all. The old English law, and the civil law borrowed from England that ruled the Eastern United States simply never took a scarcity of water into account. It didn’t have to. But in the West new rules were needed. In the mountain valleys of Oregon, the gold fields of Colorado and logging camps of Washington, demand for water would soon outstrip the supply, and allocation was necessary. The system is simple, fair and ever since has served us well. It relies on our deep convictions to free enterprise, private ownership of property and economic productivity. The rule is plainly stated: First in time, first in right. The first farmer to divert water from a stream to irrigate his fields ac quired the right to continue to do so forever. That rule encouraged develop ment of the West into farms, mines, mills and cities. As the water used to irrigate a field became more valuable to a city for drinking water, the right to its use was sold just like the land under city hall was sold by some farmer to some developer. Water, or more plainly the right to continue to use water, became a piece of property just like a person’s home. Generally, it could be bought and sold just like the automobile most of us own and the proceeds belonged to the owner. Now, the invidious movement to steal our property without paying for it has permeated talk about water. For years the thieves have been telling us we can’t build a house unless it meets code, we can’t put a factory on farm land and we can’t put a sign on our business. Owning real property is so fraught with rules and regulations that it can hardly be called owner ship anymore. Those same public do-gooders are after the water too .They talk about “ Multiple Use” like it was some great new democratic principal. The rhetoric of multiple use starts with the seemingly innocuous idea that rain falls somewhere in the mountains of Idaho, and on its way to the ocean, it provides habitat for spawning salmon, transportation for Washington wheat, energy for a dozen hydro dams, recreation for a dozen water skiers and commercial fishing for a whole tribe. Notice that nowhere does irrigation fit into the equation of multiple use. That’s because irrigation is called a destructive use, once the water is removed from the stream bed and spread on the land, it’s gone. You and I know that it is not, but it may well be true that it will not be available for water skiing just down stream. The major difficulty with multiple use is the difficulty in settling the competing interests. We already see the fishermen looking for a biggeT share at the expense of the hydro-electric dams and the navigation interests in order to protect the Idaho salmon. In fact, that is the very difficulty with the multiple use concept. The water is not used, nor can it be, by multiple interests at the same time. What really happens, is a succession of separate uses. Fish can swim in the water both above and below a dam but they have difficulty riding through the turbines. At that point in time, water is serving a singular, exclusive use. The goal of multiple use is to change the water allocation scheme in which economics controls to one in which talk, political pressure and pro paganda tactics prevails. In the old days, if you wanted water, you could step up and buy it. Nowadays, with folks talking about the multiple use, you can steal it._______________________________ ___ ____________ BOWLING Market Report Weather Report Compliments of the Morrow County Grain Growers by City of Heppner Tues. Weds. Thurs. Fri. Sat. Sun. Mon. April 2 - 8 , 1991 High Low Prec Snow 37 .0 61 62 46 .0 54 66 T 62 38 .T 56 36 .13 30 60 .03 56 37 .20 Tues. April 9 Soft W hite April- Sept. *3.37 Barley April-July *100 Aug. *100/*101 Sept. * 101 /* 102 PIK *98‘/i Faith’s Beauty Shop in The Office in lone would like to introduce GINA TROXELL beginning April 10th Call fo r appointment 422-7577 Closed Tuesday t^TTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTVTTTTTTTTTTTiri - C H E V R O LET G<=® Births Gardner’s *WEAR 193 N Mein St_______ <79-921»______ Heppner Austin Prindd-a son Austin, was bom to Charlene CM and of Irrigon on March 31, 1991 at Good Shepherd Community Hospital in Hermiston. The baby weighed 8 lbs. 7 oz. C ry sta l R enee Balfe-a daughter Crystal Renee, was bom to Scott and Judy Balfe of An chorage. Alaska on April 5, 1991, The baby weighed 5 lbs. 12 oz. Grandparents are Mr. and Mrs. Ron Crabtree, Tacoma. WA. and Mr. and Mrs. Joe Balfe. Anchorage. Alaska. Great-grandparents are Mr.and Mrs. Pennington and Leila Palmer of Lexington and Leo and Irene Crabtree of lone Great, great grandfather is Kenneth Marshall of Naches, WA. 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