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- .. Vine, - > o ." ■ . " . * ... - ----- • * J ‘ $ IERMISTONI H erald — VOL. XIV HERMISTON, UMATILLA COUNTY, OREGON, SATURDAY, JUNE 12. 1920 AMERICAN LEGION HELD FAST SMOKER LAST FRIDAY The smoker given by the Ameri can Legion last Friday night was well attended and the show was well put on. The boys deserve great credit in the way they handled the affair and the fans went away vot- ing it a good evenings entertain- ment. The first event was a wrestling match between McKeen of Hermis- ton and Dorn of Echo. McKeen won the event with one fall in 6 % min- utes in the first round, the second being a draw. Next on the card was another wrestling match between George Mathay and Harry Kelley, both of Hermiston. This affair was a stem winder and both boys showed con siderable knowledge of the sport, both getting into tight places• and surprising his opponent by cleverly untangling himself. However, Kel- ley got a fall in seven minutes in the first round, the second going to a draw. Ed Bensel refereed the two matches. Following on the program was a three round boxing match between Ralph and Waterman, both boys of Hermiston, and as a preliminary they gave the fans their money’s worth. The next event was a sched uled go between Jim Todd of Her miston and Red Lowery of Stanfield. Through some misunderstanding Lowrey did not go with Todd and Boyntorf took Todd’s place, Lowrey, winrm the bout. Next adret --lween He u and Water man, both boys oi > erm leton and the referee declared the bout a draw. Hub Sullivan of Hermiston won a decision over Chet Dupuis of Stan- field. ’ 1 The last bout, was between. Fred Cleghorn of Stanfield and "Toughy” Tefft of Echo. This bout was sup posed to go four rounds but the boys decided three "would be enough and the referee called it a draw. The last event scheduled between Charlie Hoskins of Echo and Jess Gossege of Stanfield did not materialize, it being announced that Hoskins was called to Walla Walla unexpectedly on business and could not get to the match. However, the Legion hopes to stage this bout in the near future at another smoker. When it is an nounced boxing fans can expect a great card. The boys participating in the different matches deserve great cred it. They have no time to train for «these events and it is mighty hard work. The fans all appreciate this, and all went away well satisfied. The Legion realized a neat sum from the exhibition and will an- nounce their next event in the near future. ADDITIONAL LOCALS Mr. Voelker’s adult Sunday School class pleasantly surprised him at his home on the West Side last Wednes day evening. The evening was pas sed in games and music after which ice cream was served, plates being set for 18 guests. M. R. Gallaher has drawn up a set of plans for the Methodist Episcopal church which is soon to be erected next to the Library, in this city. From the drawing the building will be a great asset to the city’s appear ance. The Economy Cash Store was closed Tuesday of this week on ac- count of the death of Mrs. Julian Gulliford, mother of J. M. Equals. Mrs. Gulliford was stricken with paralysis some weeks ago and from that time little hope was held for her recovery. Judge Landis Goes Up in the Air The Standard OU company has an nounced that the supply of gasoline is limited. In order to conserve as much as possible, and not to detract from the private car allowance, those parties among tractors, trucks, pumping and baling engines and purchasing in barrel lots, may secure their supply and are requested to leave the barrels at the rear of the Oregon Hardware & Implement Co’s, store. Record will be kept and the garages will be credited with sales to their patrons. Sighed—Committee of the C. of C. H. M. Schilling J. F. McNaught F. C. McKenzie COLUMBIA BASIN PROJECT wine (6*e/*s28 * sBaderves*. Ml Judge Landis of Chicago and the army balloon tn which be made an ascension recently from Fort Omaha, Neb. With-him were army officers who made successful experiments with a radio telephone, sending messages to the earth. CBNSERVE ON GASOLINE COMMERCIAL CLUB MEETS At a connference held Recently in the city of Portland 278 3 Presenta- .Ives from the govern a o.fice, the civic and business interests of the ity, (the managers of the four gaso line companies being present), it was made plain to all of the short- ige of gasoline not only in the state f Oregon, but in the states north, outh and east of us. There was no inclination on the art of any Portland interest to dis- riminate against the balance of the tate and everyone agreed that Port- and, together with every town in he state, should receive the regular proportion of gasoline alloted to Ore- ;on. This shortage may continue 'or eight or ten weeks and it is nec- ssary that every user of gasoline :onserve as much as possible during his period of time. Prevention of vaste and unnecessary use will as- 1st materially in solving this prob- em. It is the duty of every citizen o see that the engines of automo- iles are not allowed to idle while tanding at the curb, as thousands f gallons are wasted every day from his cause. It is a well known fact that during he Shrine, Rose Festival. Travelers’ ’rotectlve Association and the Ki- vanis Club National Conventions, a arge amount of gasoline will be ceded in entertainment of the vis- tors. This entertainment is not onfined to Portland only, but many parties will wish to go to different arts of the state and we recommend hat every section adopt such meas- ires as are necessary to conserve asoline during this emergency for he next few weeks. The city of Portland adopted the following resolution, having refer ence to users of gasoline in the city •f Portland: "First—That the allotation of gas oline by the oil companies to the out- tate for industrial purposes is here- (Continued on page five.) - Chicken Supper Baked chicken, with all the fixin'. Ob! Joy! With home made ice cream. Oh! Boy! To be had at the Ladies' Aid sup- per on Mrs. Hays’ lawn June 19. Price, including supper and ice cream. adults 75 cents, children 50c. Mr. and Mrs L. D. Lay and son P. L. Lay. are leaving this week for Tacoma, Washington, where they will visit friends and relatives, after which they will leave for California. They will make the trip in their Attended Stock Show Hunt, C POTATO BUGS ARE BECOMING A DANGEROUS PEST HERE Klock, S S Voyen, 1 B The following letter will be of in- Spinning, C F terest to all who are raising pota- Gunn, 3 B .... toes: Longhorn, L F ............ ..0 Boardman, Oregon, June 8, 1920. Dear Mr. Dean: While I was In Hermiston I read and heard considerable regarding potato bugs, but I was under the Im pression that these bugs did not ap pear I nthis locality, nor have I ever heard of them anywhere In Oregon until today when I discovered a bunch of them In my potato patch. I called a few of my neighbors to look them over, they had fought po tato bugs before in other states and all agreed that they were the real genuine eat-as-you-go kind. I found one adult, which I took for granted was the mother of the bunch, and about 150 young ones of three dif ferent ages, also several clusters of eggs. Of course I destroyed all that I could find and will watch them closely till I feel sure that I have them all. I also have sent out warn ing to other farmers on the project to watch out for them and wish that you would do the same up there, this little nest may be the only one in this district, but it would be ter- riable to have them get a start here Tuesday of last week Mr. and Mrs. A. D. Crossland. accompanied by Mr. Crossland’s cousin. Miss Hattie Tay lor of Everett, Wash., drove over to Union, Oregon, where they attended the Stock show held at that place. They returned the following Satur day bringing with them Mr. Cross- land's brother and wife, Mr. and Mrs O. M. Crossland, who visited several days, returning to their home Mon If It can be prevented. You know how fast these new Insects spread day of this week. in new localities. I presume that arsenate of lead is the. dope for them If they should come too fast to kill by hand, but please Inform us so that we may put In a supply and have It ready for distribution If necessaryy . Yours truly Adolph Koubo. Dale Dungan of the First National Bank, was operated upon last Sun day for appendicitis at St. Anthony's hospital In Pendleton. Word was re ceived that he la Improving very rap idly and will soon be on duty at the bank. Study Club Meets of the Methodist church met at the home of Mrs. R. D. Spencer on Tues day afternoon. After a pleasant and profitable study of the lesson the hostess nerved a dainty luncheon. The clam adjourned for the summer to meet again the second Tuesday of September when Mrs. Schilling will give a review on "American Inter vention in Mexico." Mrs. Adams will discuss "The Policies of the New President," and Mrs. Miles will re port on the activities of “Villareal" the newly announced aspirant for The regular Tuesday noon din ner was held at the Oregon hotel and a good attendance was present. Thre was not much business to tran sact but considerable interest was manifest when the gasoline question was brought up by C. Brockman of the Standard Oil company. Mr. Brockman again sounded the warning to the people of Hermiston and surrounding vicinity that the gasoline question was getting worse instead of Improving and stated that* if the people did not conserve on gas they would not have any at all. Considerable discussion was had up on the subject and a committee was finally appointed by President Dodd, consisting of H. M. Schilling. J. F. McNaught, and F. C. McKenzie to see that the gasoline was appor tioned to the very best advantnage and to spread the gospel “leave your ear at home.” In his talk to the club Mr. Brock man stated that trucks, tractors, pumping plants and business cars, other than pleasure cars, would re ceive enough gasoline to work on. He said that all gasoline stations and garages were now being supplied on a basis taken of last months bus iness and that this basis would con tinue until the shortage was over, unless the warning given was disre- garded, at which time a new basis of figuring the distribution would be made. "To prevent speculation in lands of the Columbia Basin project and to permit actual settlers to acquire farms at present prices when water is available, will be the policy of the Columbia Basin Survey Commission,*' declared Marvin Chase, chairman of the commissioni and state hydraulic engineer, following a commission meeting in Spokane. “Through cooperation of govern- ment, state and railroad officials, it will be possible absolutely to fix prices on sufficient areas within the Columbia Basin to prevent specula tion to the detriment of prospective settlers," he said. The Columbia Basin Survey Com- mission has made a study of land values in all parts of the project, ac cording to Mr. Chase, and has de- termined that arid lands for sheep grazing purposes are worth now from $3 to $5 an acre; lands producing small wheat crops In years of more than average rain fall, >10 to $15 an acre: and improved lands, >20 to $35 an acre. Home Brew The members of the Study Class Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Maek and non John, were Hermiston visitors last Wednesday returning to their home in Huntington Saturday. While here they were guests of Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Mack, parents of Mr. Mack. Messrs Jacksn and Rodkin ship ped a load of hogs on the Steamer Northwestern last Tuesday to the Benson Commercial company of Port land. It is very convenient for the farmers of this section who desire to ship live stock to the yards in Portland to load them on the North western at Umatilla where they are taken direct to the packing plant. The trip down the river Is cool and the animals do not suffer from heat ed cars and arrive at their destina tion In much better shape. te a—matt Full of spectacular plays and in tense interest was the ball game last Sunday at Echo when Hermiston and Echo crossed bats for the supremacy of the League. Echo won. the score was 5 to 6, the game running 10 Innings before it was decided. All the players were on their toes all through the game and each side played their utmost to win. It looked as though Hermiston had the game salted away, but Echo never letting up its fight finally put the winning run over the pan in the 10 Inning. Thornton started In the box for Echo and lasted three innings when Garver, a Whitman college player, took his place. It looked like Gar ver would not Mir as well as Thorn- ton. for he allowed the bases to be- come populated and one run was an- nexed in his first Inning, but he tightened up after that, and while he was In trouble nearly every in ning, he came through without any more damage. In the 8th Inning. C. Hoskins, catcher for the Echo team; caught one of Phelps' benders square on the nose and knocked it way over Long horn's head In left field. Hoskins completed the circuit, but fell ex hausted at the home plate. It was a wonderful swat and Hoskins is de serving of all the credit he received. Echo fought hard for the game and won a well earned victory. For Hermiston we will say that the boys played gilt edged ball and while their mistakes were costly, nevertheless they are entitled to as much credit as Echo for giv ing the fans the very best game of ball this season. More ball games like last Sunday’s will make the Irrigation League one of the most popular in the country. Following is the score: Hermiston 4 • PORTLAND VIA BOAT PLANTS AND BALERS NOTICE stàte-wide Announcement of campaign that will be conducted by the Oregon State Chamber of Com merce and the part that Hermiston and Umatilla are to play in the move ment was outlined Monday by P. E. Magruder, representing the State Chamber, who visited this city in connection with a survey of the state, now in progress that will pre- cefe the intensive organization work ! mpaigi . its purposes and aims, were discussed at length by Mr. Magruder with a number of the leading local citizens of both towns, ail of whom are interested in the plans of the State Chamber. E. P. Dodd was selected and ac cepted the chairmanship of the Her- miston-Umatilla Executive Commit- tee which will cooperate with other cities in the state-wide movement. E. C. Brownell was selected vice chairman in charge of the work around Umatilla. Associated with them on the committee will be E. J. Kingsley, O. Stangeby, M. C. Athey, W. J. Warner, W. P. Lambert and John D. Watson. The Oregon State Chamber of Commerce has undertaken plans to play a big part in the future devel opment of the state. Funds will be raised to carry on. an extensive pro- gram activities. Among these will he an advertising campaign to set forth the opportunities to be found in Oregon and to encourage land settlement: administration to promote irrigation; extension of railroads; refund on reclamation fund; extension of highways, both for commercial purposes and through national forests; and cooperation with agricultural and lumbering in terests and numerous other projects, the development of which will be of incalculable value to the state. Mr. Magruder was assured by lo cal leaders that this section could be relied upon to do its share along with the other communities of Ore- gon. Other representatives of the State Chamber will visit Hermiston and Umatilla later and complete the or ganization work for the state-wide movement which, it is declared, will benefit every, section of Oregon. BASE BALL GAME AT ECHO LAST SUNDAY BEST EVER FARMERS SHIP HOGS TO TRACTORS, TRUCKS, PUMPING STATE CJFC. MAN HERE NO. 39 Todd, R F ................ L. Todd. 2 B ............. Phelps. P ................... Total ........ Echo Coppinger, 2 B Esselstyn, S 8 Stanfield. C F F. Hoskins. 1 B . Norman, L F ..... C. Hoskins, C .... Greenwood, R F Garver, P Mitchell, 3 B Thornton, P, R F 8 Total ... Summary: Innings pitched by Thornton 3; Garver 7. Hits off Thornton 3, runs 4; off Garver6, runs l:Left on bases Hermiston 13, Echo 9; two base hits Voyen. Gunn. Coppinger. Mitchell; home run C. Hoekins; struck out by Phelps 7; Thornton 2; Garver 9. Standing of the League W Hermiston ................. 7 Echo . ........................... 7 Umatilla ...................... 2 Irrigon ........................ 2 L Pct. 778 778 232 222 The game at Irrigon resulted In Irrigon beating Umatilla. This, and last Sunday’s game between Hermis- ton and Echo make the standing of the League a tie for the two top teams and the two bottom teams. CHILDREN’S DAY PROGRAM AT THE BAPTIST CHURCH Next Sunday evening at 8:00 o'clock. “The Dawn of a New Day” consisting of recitations, readings, solos, and duets, closing with a spec ial exercise. “The Golden Opportun- Ity“ by several young ladies, will be Last Tuesday evening the Catholic given at the church. Everybody ladles held a social at the home of welcome. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Hayden, with about SO present. A very enjoyable time Alfred Groom who is employed by was had by all present, the evening the Standard Oil company at Por being passed In cards, dancing and tland, passed through Hermiston on a sciai time. The house was taste his way to Portland with a company fully decorated with Japanese lan car from Pendleton, after having terns and roses. At the conclusion delivered a big Mack truck to the of the evening a lovely lunch was Stanfield office of the Standard Oil company.
