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TWO - Heppner Gazette-Times, Heppner, Oregon Wednesday, November 6, 1991 MCGG post higher profit The Morrow County G rain Growers co-op had a significantly better year than in 1990, co-op members were told at the annual meeting Monday night Although gross sales were down the past fiscal year (mainly because of lower wheat sales), net profit showed a healthy increase. In 1990 the co-op showed a net in come of $28,265 on sales of $43 million, however, in the 1991 fiscal year net income jumped to $294,576 on sales of $29 million. The drop in sales was attributed to the conservation reserve program, with less crop being planted and harvested, in addition to lower wheat prices. The grain department lost about $13 million in sales and posted a net loss of $8,548. This was down, however, from a loss of $361,851 in fiscal year 1990. Co-op Manger Larry Mills had a mixed message for farmers when he said the future will present challenges for the local agriculture. “ The salmon issue may be costly,” Mills said about efforts to declare the Columbia River Salmon an en dangered species. He said farmers may end up paying higher electric and freight bills because of possible changes in the water flow on the river. Mills urged everyone to get in volved and make agriculture's message better heard "N o one is better experts on the environment than farmers,” Mills said. He said farmers have to be concerned with the environment because their livelihood depends on taking care of the land. “ We’re not against saving the salmon,” he said,“ we just think agriculture is not getting a fair message out.” On the bright side, Mills said wheat prices were up about $1.50 a bushel, and "the price of cattle is not too bad.” In other business at the annual meeting, members elected four members to the board of directors. The following were elected to three- year terms: Ned Clark. Tom Currin, Stan Kemp and George Miller. Businesses talk about Wall-Mart Local business people gathered last Wednesday to talk over the im pending location of a Wall-Mart store in Hermiston sometime next year. Wall-Mart is the largest retailer in the United States, but is just now beginning to move into the western states. Business people heard from two local business owners who had visted Wall-Mart stores, and gave some tips on how to be competitive with the retailing giant, locating so close by. Service was the main theme on how to com pete, and local businesses were urged to look for those areas where they could give better service, something Wall-Mart is not known for. The meeting was sponsored by the Heppner Chamber of Commerce and attracted about 25 people. IHS drama class puts on production Photo by Pam Minster L-R: Melissa McElligott, Dawn Sheirbon, Lynde Minster, Becky Wagenblast, Joey Baker, John Doherty, Steve Allen, Corey Baker. The lone High School Drama Class, directed by English Teacher Gordon Nance, performed the play, “ The Halloween Witch” by Marjorie Thayer, for lone Elementary students on Wednesday, Oct. 30. The production was an old fashioned theater effort, with all members of the group performing duties of planning the program and costumes and building sets, as well as acting. Steve Allen was assistant director. The elementary students and staff were delighted with the play and enjoyed Halloween treats served by the cast members, said a spokesperson. BE READY TO G O ! Get a Performance Plus Checkup and save on service work, too! Many 4-H’ers attend achievement night By Anne Morter One of the best crowds ever at tended the annual 4-H Achievement Night Dinner and Awards Ceremony held Sunday, October 20 at Hepp ner High School. Approximately 200 people from all over Morrow County attended the yearly awards ceremony, which also included din ner and entertainment organized by 4-H clubs in the north end of the county The entertainment was most ly musical numbers performed by various talented individuals but also included a slide presentation by Casey Allison of Boardman on her trip to Japan. She traveled to Japan as an exchange student with the 4-H LABO program. Master of ceremonies, Nancy Morter of lone, started off the pro gram by welcoming the crowd. After the Pledge of Allegiance, the 4-H Pledge, and a rousing rendition of “ It’s a Grand Old Flag” the aw ards began. Heidi Orem presented the record book awards for the various categories. Next, Jason Proudfoot presented the Beef All- Around Awards in the form of checks from the Morrow County Livestock Growers. Jake McElligott of lone won the $100 first place check. Shad Bishop was second, $50; Andrew Herman third, $40; Kristie Mason fourth, $30; and Ron- di Robinson fifth, $20. Justin Miller presented the Swine Rate of Gain trophy to John Qualls of Heppner. This trophy, donated by Pete and Lois Richards of Irrigon, goes to member with the fastest rate of gain between the first weigh in and the fair. Bill Broderick, 4-H extension agent, recognized the junior and teen leaders in the county and adult leader. Geri Grieb presented special awards to various individuals who have actively supported the 4-H pro gram. She thanked Sheridan Tar- nasky, Sharon and Bob Harrison and Barbara and Lee Ansotegui for their many hours of support as well as the Jim Swanson family and the Mike Allison family for being LABO ex change student host families. Carol Bennett recognized some of the club leaders who had made significant contributions during the year. Her list included Gladys Hobbs of Irrigon. Jan Coe of Heppner. Jean and A1 Brazell of Lexington and Dee Gantenbein of Boardman. This was Dee’s final year as a 4-H leader. The North Lexington Livestock club also recognized their club leaders, Geri Grieb and Kathy Rauch and presented Geri with a farewell gift. After five years Geri is also stepp ing down as club leader. Intermediate and senior county medals were presented and record books were distributed to round out the evening. Record book awards: Home economic-beginner. Jessica Krebs, lone; junior-Jessica Keersemaker, Heppner; intermediate-Tina Kemp, Lexington and Heather Ennis. Boardman; senior-Nancy Morter, lone. L ivestock-beginner, Shane M atheny, Lexington; Kristi 4-H News Martingale On Saturday, October 26. the Martingale 4-H club had a trail ride at Erin Crowell’s house. Eleven peo ple went on the ride. The group rode to Krebs ranch where Maureen Krebs had the cookshack warmed up. After lunch members rode upon the hill and then back to Crowells. Present on the ride were Jared Thompson and his mother Kim. Clint and Cody Bellamy and their mother Mary Kay, Erin Crowell and her mother Kristy, Jaclynn Hughes, Shelby and Jessica Krebs and Laurie Barrow. Get your tractor in top shape for the busy season and save at off-season prices. We ll send a service technician directly to your farm for a Performance Plus Checkup of your Case, IH, or Case International tractor. Then, if you want repairs, w e’ll do them in our Service Center at a special discount. Don’t wait until the busy season hits. Get your tractor ready to roll now at special Pre-Season Service Savings. C£H3lh Good through Feb. 28 Morrow County Grain Growers 1-800-452-7396 Lexington, Oregon Intermediate medal winners l-r: Brent Wright, Sara Greenup, Shelly Ashbeck, Sandy Allison North Lex Livestock club members recognize leader Geri Grieb. L-R Justin Miller, Nancy Morter, Heidi Orem, Tony Kemp, Jossie Evans, Kara Miller Worden, Heppner; junior-Toni Kemp, Lexington; intermediate- Kelsie Evans, Heppner; senior- Casey Allison. Boardman. Creative arts-beginner-Jill Barber. Heppner; junior-Annie Hisler. Heppner. Horse-beginner-Kevin Baker, Boardman; junior-Kara Miller, lone; intermediate-Char Coe, Heppner. Secretary-Michelle Brown, Ir rigon; Shelly Ashbeck, Heppner. Intermediate medals: leadership- Kelsie Evans; achievement-Jenni Krein; citizenship-John Qualls; beef- Jason Proudfoot; sheep-Char Coe; swine-Dani Hill; horse-Rondi Robinson; breeding beef-Sandy 350 Main 989-8221 The November meeting of the Heppner Garden Club will be held Tuesday, November 12, at St. Patrick’s Center Potluck dinner will begin at 6:30 p m. Hostesses for the evening will be Irene Swanson and Eleanor Gonty. Karl Urban, a renowned authori ty on wild flowers will be the guest speaker. Urban is author of a publication by Blue Mountain Com munity College entitled “ Spring Wildflowers of The Blue Moun tains,” illustrated throughout by Elizabeth Miller The program will be followed by a business meeting to make plans for the Artifactory in December Business Cards Make a good first impression Gazette-Times Allison; breeding sheep-Shelly Ashbeck; consumer education- Roseann Daltoso; photography-Sara G reenup; wood science-B rent Wright; public speaking-Laurel Temple; clothing-Heather Ennis; food and nutrition-Tina Kemp: food preservation-Bridgett McElligott; breads-Melissa McElligott; home environment-Heather Anderson; fashion revue-Bridget McElligott. Senior medals: leadership-Nancy Morter; achievement-Casey Allison: citizenship-Amy Gantenbein: swine- Justin Miller; sheep-Ryan Currin; consum er education-A ndrea Mesteth; fashion revue-Alecia Tamasky. All Saints Episcopal church to hear presentation on homeless people By Erin Crowell, Reporter Wildlife authority to speak at Garden Club meeting I We will be closed Mon. I Nov. 11 for Veterans Day Senior record book contestants l-r Nancy Morter, Ryan Cur- rin, Justin Miller and Casey Allison. The Rev. Richard Thew from- Cove will celebrate communion at All Saints Episcopal Church on Sun day, Nov. 10 at 10:30 a m. At 11:30 a m. following the wor ship service coffee will be served in the parish hall. At that time Crystal Minster will present a slide show telling about her trip to Portland with the lone Youth Group. "These young people spent time helping feed the homeless in Portland and Crystal has some im portant things to tell us,” said a church spokesperson. With the holidays coming our thoughts turn to setting a lovely table. What better way than to start with a tablecloth of Battenberg lace, cut work lace or 100% cotton crochet lace. White/ecru. We also have a good supply of doillies. We will be closed Nov. 11 for Veteran’s Day. Petersons 0 - Heppner ^ Jewelers / 676 9200 ■
