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FOUR - Heppner Gazette-Times. Heppner, Oregon Wednesday. March 15, 1995 Support our county government The Official Newspaper of the City of Heppner and the County of Morrow Heppner GAZETTE-TIMES U S P S 240-420 Morrow County’s Home-Owned Weekly Newspaper Published weekly and entered as second-class matter at the Post Of fice 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. Postmaster send address changes to the Heppner Gazette-Times. P.O. Box 337, Heppner. Oregon 97836. Subscriptions: $16 ir. Morrow, Wheeler, Gilliam and Grant Coun ties; $23 elsewhere. Joy ce H u g h es...................................Office Manager, Typesetting April H ilton-Sykes............................................................. News Editor Monique Devin.................................. Advertising layout & Graphics Susan Hansen.......................................................................Distribution Penni K eersem ak er.....................................................................Printer David and April Hilton-Sykes, Publishers Letters to the Editor Much legislation on private property To the Editor: I just attended Oregonians In Action's Land Use Forum in Wilsonville on February 18, what an enlightening experi ence. There is so much legislation pending in the House and Senate which supports private property rights. Every Orego nian is affected when one per son loses even one of their rights. Folks, this is a civil rights issue. We need support, where are you? Why aren't you on the phone calling your senator and representative (state and na tional) supporting basic human rights? I understand our illustrious governor owns 10 acres of river front property which he plans to build a home on. Could it t>e he will have to deal with the same regulatory defeats as we do, or does being an en vironmental supporter have its own rewards? Perhaps if he feels the agony of defeat, he will be less inclined to veto basic human rights dealing with private property when they cross his desk. Sincerely, (s) Janice Marsh HC 60 Box 1973 Lakeview 97630 ££ d ^ llljlja .[ X££jU£S.t tfi£ (xonox o f Ljouz fiX£S.£nc£ a t t(i£ m a z x ia y £ o f fi£X d a u g(it£X < S U C lj c J j u t k to a ú í a i n J - o u £ t t on a t u x d a y , t(i£ tuj£nty-fiftii o f <J\J[axch. <cNi.n£Í££n k u n d z£ci a n d nin £tij-fio£ a t on £ o efoetz in tfi£ a ft£ x n o o n a t t(i£ < ^ £ x m iit o n \ }a ix g x o u n d <cRe.cs.fit ion im m .sdia.tsiy foCCowing tits csxsm on y id CÜ 11. -Atike. & ltc(laxty X£CjU£lt t(l£ fionoux fiX£S.£nc£ at tfi£ maxxiage o f t&eix daacjfitíx d>uzann£ to m , (fJaxLf <cRea ion o f <zMx. a n d ¿M.X1. D^zitH <cff£a on d a tu x d a y , tfi£ tvu£nty-fift(i o f ä I Í axefi <zNin£Í££n fiandxed a n d ninety-fiu£ a t tfiX££ o d o d i in ttie aft£xnoon at tHe (ltn it£ d CduxcH o f (Kixiit, 0 one, ü iz g o n AU O f To the Editor: In the past few weeks you have seen several letters or ar ticles concerning the Morrow County budget and the one year operating levy which will be voted on in the forthcoming election. Some discussion has been given as to whether one or both of these items is an in crease or a decrease compared to last year. I do not believe that this is the main issue which should concern us. What is of concern is how will we be serv ed by our county government? Will the county be able to meet its obligations and provide the services that we need? Have the county's leaders done their best to serve the citizens of Morrow County and managed the county's resources to the best of their abilities? I was asked to serve on the budget committee this year and participated in the process that generated the one year operat ing levy which you will be voting on March 28. During To the Editor: As one who has worked closely with the Willow Creek Park District's Pool Commis sion (the group that developed the proposed pool plan for south Morrow County), I am writing in hopes of dispelling? some misconceptions about the, district's swimming pool con struction and operation ballot measures. It seems that some local residents are under the impres sion operation of a pool that has too many expensive frills. Actually, the $975,000 bond measure before the voters asks only for funding to construct a simple bathhouse and a basic pool containing four 25 meter lanes with a shallow wading "fa n " area and a water slide. The "extras" envisioned for the new pool will be paid for by private contributions, dona tions, grants, and other non-tax sources. Pool supporters have set a goal of raising a total of $250,000. These funds will pay for "extras" such as the indoor and multi-purpose exercise and meeting room. To date, the People for the Pool have rais ed about $15,000, and, if the pool measures are approved, L fO U X To the Editor: Congratulations to the members of Ruth Locust Chapter No. 32 of Heppner, Oregon, Order of the Eastern Star. One hundred years young. Their devotion to the principles of brotherly love, relief and truth is outstanding. The history of this chapter, their leaders and the dedication to the youth. The Rainbow Girls, were given training in pride, self worth, public speaking, morals and manners. This helped many to become leading citi zens. Dot Halvorsen, I take my hat off to you, as their mother advisor. This past year the General Grand Chapter (world wide- membership) voted to admit to membership many of these young women, their mothers, sisters and Bethel girls. If in terested they should contact the Worthy Matron Patricia Hyatt, the Worthy Patron John Wood or secretary Dot Halvorsen. Virginia Wilkinson (Mrs. Dick) was worthy grand matron of Oregon in 1971-72. She was and is loved and the former Kinzua Corporation has pledged to donate $45,000 to the project. Voter approval will also provide the necessary leverage to apply for other grant funds. So, while these frills will definitely enhance the attractiveness and community value of the pool facility, they will not come at any additional costs to the taxpayers. What happens if pool sup porters fail to raise the addi tional non-tax funds? Simple. The "extra" amenities will be cut from the project and we will end up with a nice, but basic outdoor pool facility. Finally, another misconcep tion about the pool measures is that voters can vote to approve the bond (Measure 25-13) while rejecting the pool operating levy (Measure 25-14). Actually, both measures are written so that if one fails the other is rendered invalid. Therefore, -the effort to construct and operate a new pool depends on affirmative votes on both measures. Now, remember to vote. The fate of the pool is in your hands. Sincerely, (s) Gary Marks The Arbuckle Nordic Ski Club will meet Tuesday, March 28, at 7 p.m. in the Episcopal Church Parish Hall. The meeting will include a review of the recently com pleted BMCC cross country ski instruction class, discussion of affiliation with the Oregon Nor dic Club, nominations for next year's officers and determina tion of the dues structure for the coming year. The club reports that, despite poor snow conditions, the cross country classes were successful and enjoyed by all who par ticipated. Anyone interested in joining the Arbuckle Nordic Club is encouraged to contact a club officer. Officers are John Edmundson chairman; Dave Fowler vice chairman; or Bill and Sherry Ewing, secretary treasurer. To the Editor: I would like to commend the Heppner High School seniors and faculty, that spent two days cleaning up the town of j St* ‘Patrick's Dav ! in Heppner Births Heppner. It was a wonderful thing to do for the community. It looks so nice. (s) Marcy Bacon Pool will benefit everyone To the Editor: People of Morrow County, I would urge you to vote yes for the pool. I think the design of the pool is neat and real useable. There is lots of room for everyone. I like the idea of the inside therapy pool. It is not just used for medical reasons. The young and old alike can use it. It has many purposes. Lap swimming for one, water aerobics, walking and it can be used all year round. It's the best exercise you can do, for it's a low impact exercise. I know this from experience. I recent ly had back surgery and I have pain doing exercise on equip ment and such, but I feel no pain when in the water and do ing exercises. I feel this pool will benefit everyone. Let's get Morrow County back into shape and have some fun all year around. Please vote yes for the pool. Thank you, (s) Monique Devin S i Patrick's Celebration March 17th: Buffet dinner (baron of beef, corn beef and cabbage) live music March 18th: KUMA Coffee Hour I0-II:30 a.m.; buffet breakfast ll:30-l p.m.; buffet dinner 6-8:30 p.m.; live music, 9 p.m.-I a.m. (two bands) April 1st: Installation of I995-96 officers, 2 p.m.; dinner with whole roasted pig 6 p.m.; live music 9 p.m.-l a.m.; Welcome our new Exalted Ruler duo-Robert and Yvonne Lovgren Bingo every Wednesday nite 7:30-9 p.m. Bartenders race planned for Sat. S respected. Stuart Guthery is now wor thy grand patron of Oregon and a member of Ruth Locust. Many Masons belong to Eastern Star. We as members are related to them through blood or marriage. The Masonic lodge in Hepp ner, celebrated their 100 years. Their history is fascinating. So many helped in the flood and all the history of the town. We support cancer research (funds stay in Oregon, heart, diabetis, lupus (a form of ar thritis) Masonic and Eastern Star Home at Forest Grove, Estarl (a scholarship for religious training it is non denominational and open to all), the Shrine Hospital and three other scholarships. The Masons and the Star members, support the schools and many are active in their own church. This homecoming party will be April 9. I hope to see many who still belong but have mov ed away. Heppner you will be proud. Respectfully, (s) Marie Bencel Past Grand Matron Rt. 2 Box 2724 Hermiston 97838 Commends high school students Nordic ski club plans meeting Bartenders have to get in on the act too. After all, it's St. Patrick's weekend. A bartender's race has been planned for Saturday, March 18, around 1:15 p.m. after the bed race. The race consists of a "small obstacle course on foot, which will be a timed event, regarding a green liquid," said event organizer Kathy Cutsforth. tO this process it became apparent to me how difficult it has been for the county to maintain the level of services which are pro vided for its citizens while simultaneously keeping oper ating levies in check. Inflation and other cost increases con tinually erode the amount of services our tax dollars can provide. The county leaders and the budget committee were very concerned that the voters were getting the most service that could be provided while main- taning the tax to individuals at current or lower levels. I believe that the county leaders have done a good job of managing the resources of the county and are doing their best to obtain the maximum return on every tax dollar spent. 1 urge you to support our county government and vote to pass this levy. Sincerely, (s) Vernon Frederickson Irrigon Basic pool no frills variety c R s c s fitio n im m sd ia tsiif foU ouriny c sism o n y , fJons d s y i o n M C I Congratulations Ruth Locust Heppner Elks 358 676-9I8I Cutsforth says that so far Beechers from lone, Bucknum's, Heppner, and Mr. Bill's, Rieth, have entered the race. Sponsor is Graybeal Distrib uting, Pendleton. To enter or for more information, call Cutsforth, 676-5233. '. 'Where Friends Meet” 142 \ . Main W e Print Business Cards Many styles and colors to choose from Gazette-Times 676-9228 * Court Street Market 6 l 111 N. C ourt H eppner 6 7 6 -9 6 4 3 * T 1 S SAVINGS WE; H E O F F E R IN G F O R GROCERIES - MEATS - PRODUCE Prices good March 15th - 21st Patrick Collin Doherty-a son Patrick Collin was born to ¡^Western Family 16 oz K'Lyn and Rick Doherty of Snack Crackers Beaverton on March 5, 1995 at St. Vincent Hospital in Western Family 4 oz Portland. The baby weighed 8 lbs. 2 oz. I Pepper Grandparents are Charles and Beverly Doherty, lone and 1 Spam 12 oz Reg or Lite Don and Jeanne Johnson, Luncheon Meat Hillsboro. Great-grandmothers are Louise Sannes, Troutdale; O f------------------------------------------- Wilma Johnson, Days Creek and Grace Bradshaw, Albany. 1, New York Steak Thomas Walter Gates-a son Thomas Walter was born to ' Ï’ Shenson Susan and Lester Gates of Corned Beef j Boardman on February 28, 1995 at Good Shepherd Communi- ro Smoked l ty Hospital in Hermiston. The jjHam Hocks babv weighed 8 lbs. 1 oz. ^^ Western Family 4 Pack Bathroom Tissue 8 9 6 Western Family 8 oz. x Tomato Sauce I --------------------------- GoasttoGoast ! Hrppxrr Mt CM HU f l*X i*W*W * 2 19 Green Onions 4 Bunches tor* 1 00 i __________________ _____________________ Baker Potatoes V- • 2 5 6 Large Size Tomatoes Seedless *1 19 Green Grapes $ í è 6 9 6 n «,] »,1 v> -------- Q 9 9 6
