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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 2017
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HERMISTON HISTORY
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Farmers see an early melon crop
25 YEARS AGO
JUNE 30, 1992
• Due to the intense heat
and low rainfall, farmers
are seeing an early harvest
for spring crops. High water
use crops such as watermel-
ons are already being har-
vested across the area.
“It only takes so many
heat units to grow a prod-
uct,” said Tom Able, lo-
cal farmer. ‘We’re already
thousands of units ahead of
last year. Watermelons are
in the 3,000 range for heat
units. Once they get ready
you’ve got to bring them in.
With all of the heat we’ve
had this year, these just got
ready.” Able said he planted
the fi rst group of watermel-
on plants on April 20, near-
ly a month before the end of
frost season. “If you want to
see a guy that plays poker,
just try farming!”
• Winds gusting up to
60 miles per hour downed
power lines and lightning
started more than 25 grass
fi res across Umatilla and
Morrow counties as a series
of thunderstorms moved
through the area Saturday
and Sunday. Zane Suverly,
meteorological technician
with the national Weather
Service in Pendleton, said
a low pressure front moved
moist air into the hot, high
pressure system that is cur-
rently stalled over the Co-
lumbia Basin, causing the
ferocious storms.
• Jeralyn Gardner of
Hermiston was named Miss
Umatilla County 1992 at the
sixth annual county-wide
scholarship pageant held
in Armand Larive Junior
High Auditorium Saturday
evening. She was crowned
by Andrea Reese of Herm-
iston, the 1991 title hold-
er, before an eager crowd
of about 200. “I’m really
excited about being Miss
Umatilla County,” she said.
“But fi rst some rest and ice
cream sound really good.”
50 Years AGO
JUNE 29, 1967
• Many of the citizens
of Hermiston were treated
to a strange sight Thursday
and Friday of last week as a
small wooden covered wag-
on, drawn by two donkeys
and led by a bearded fellow
in a cowboy hat , plodded
slowly through town. Ac-
cording to words painted on
the quonset shaped schoo-
ner, its journey was “Yaki-
ma to Phoenix.” This was
affi rmed by the driver, who
identifi ed himself only as
“Seminole Bob”, originally
from Tacoma, Wash., After
spending Thursday night
near the Dunes Motel, Bob
and his new wife of just over
a month, Karen, and their
dog intended to continue
their trek to Phoenix, Ariz.,
expecting to arrive there in
September or November, or
maybe December.
HERALD ARCHIVES
Pictured above is the Comrie Babe Ruth Baseball team,
which nailed down the top spot in Hermiston’s 14-15 year
old league in 1992. In the front row, left to right, are Jason
Blankenship, Zach Wilcott, Abel Saenz, manager Ken
Gumpert, bat boy Kory Gumpert, Ryan Remmer, T.J. Hansell
and Jeremy Smith. Back row, left to right are coach Joe
Thompson, Justin Noland, Tim Herrera, Joe Rodriguez, Jason
Hall, Gilbert Juarez, Tim Schwartz and coach John Herrera.
HERALD ARCHIVES
YAKIMA TO PHOENIX was the legend on the front of this
wagon that passed through Hermiston last week. The owner
identifi ed himself as “Seminole Bob”, a long time wanderer.
His wife Karen can be seen just inside the wagon. The small
machine on the wagon’s side is for Bob’s trade, sharpening
scissors, which helps support their wanderings.
• District Judge Hen-
ry Kaye was appointed by
Gov. Tom McCall Monday
to the newly created second
position as Circuit Judge
of the 6th Judicial Dis-
trict, Umatilla and Morrow
Counties. The appointment
is effective July 1, Kaye
will continue the probate ju-
risdiction in Umatilla Coun-
ty, which he held during
his seven years as District
Judge. The position of a
second Circuit Judge for
Umatilla and Morrow coun-
ties was created by the state
Legislature in its recently
concluded session. Judge
Kaye will now be able to
relieve Judge William Wells
of part of his crowded agen-
da.
• The Umatilla Coun-
ty Housing Authority has
called for bids for construc-
tion of 32 housing units to
be located on B Street be-
tween Orchard and Hermis-
ton Avenues in Hermiston.
The project consists
of 18 one-bedroom, 12
three-bedroom and two
four-bedroom
dwelling
units. The units are slab on
grade, frame construction,
shingle roofi ng, trussed
rafters, wood siding, sheet
rock wall, with resilient
fl oor coverings, aluminum
windows and sliding doors,
factory fabricated cabinet
work, plumbing, electrical
and gas heating.
75 YEARS AGO
JUNE 25, 1942
• At a meeting of se-
nior and junior wardens
Wednesday night, it was
decided to open a civilian
defense control center in the
vary near future. Hermiston
coordinator, Sam Moore,
was present and discussed
various plans as to future
activities of the local setup.
Arm bands and other de-
fense insignia has been or-
dered for use by Hermiston
workers. The organization
is becoming perfected rap-
idly and will soon be able to
work effi ciently in case of
emergency.
• C.J. Jackson, 21 votes;
N.R. Mueller, 21 write in
votes; Mrs. Edith M. Fraker,
3 write-in votes. Mrs. Frak-
er wins. This oddity was the
result of the annual election
for School District U-9 held
Monday at the high school.
Mrs. Fraker receives the
appointment because she
represents the Cold Springs
district which has not been
represented for some years.
Her term will be for fi ve
years. A.H. Norton easi-
ly won the election for a
four-year term. Mrs. Fraker
comes well recommended
for the position. She has
been connected with school
work for many years and at
one time was a candidate
for county school superin-
tendent.
• The U.S. Navy Cruiser
No. 12102, a recruiting sta-
tion on wheels with a fully
equipped motorized trailer
outfi t, will visit Hermis-
ton on July 2 for a one-day
visit. The big land cruis-
er, immaculate within and
without, is 9 by 50 feet and
is equipped with a broad-
casting system and a 16 mm
motion picture projection
machine. Free movies will
be shown at night. “The
Cruiser will bring a crew of
four men, members of the
Portland Recruiting Station
personnel and immediately
upon arrival will commence
to operate as an active Re-
cruiting Offi ce. Applica-
tions for enlistment in the
U.S. Navy or Naval Re-
serve will be received, and
the applicants examined on
the spot. Applicants who
are accepted for enlistment
will be given transporta-
tion to the main station in
Portland where the oath of
allegiance will be tendered
by Lt. Cmdr. G.F. DeGrave,
U.S. Navy, offi cer in charge
of recruiting in this area.
100 YEARS AGO
JUNE 30, 1917
• When the Red Cross
was fi rst organized in
Hermiston the impression
was general that men were
not eligible. The ladies
soon made it clear to the
men that they could join
and many have, Another
source of membership is
now quite apparent and also
very gratifying. This is the
number of children joining.
Already a number of boys
and girls have saved their
pennies and nickels until a
whole dollar was reached
and proudly went to the sec-
retary or membership com-
mittee to be enrolled. Most
of these youngsters are un-
der 10 years of age. Others
have announced that they
are saving and have almost
a dollar.
• Last Saturday a deal
was closed whereby the
plant and business of The
Hermiston Herald was sold
by F.R. Reeves to M.D.
O’Connell. Mr. O’Con-
nell takes possession next
Monday. He is an old news-
paper man thoroughly ex-
perienced in the business.
He is expected today. He
comes here from Richland,
Wash., and has a family of
a wife and three sons. Mrs.
O’Connell came Tuesday,
returning Wednesday, to
look around for a suitable
home. It will probably be
a month before the family
moves.
TIM HAUNER
Store manager, The Cell Fix
When and why did you move to Hermiston?
I was born here.
What is your favorite place to eat?
Probably Shari’s. It’s been here for a long time. Our
house used to be where the Safeway is, and this
used to be a vacant fi eld where we would ride bikes.
What do you like to do in your spare time?
I don’t get much spare time, but fi shing, if I could
get out on the water.
What surprises you about Hermiston?
How much growth there’s been lately. I like to see
the growth, especially a lot of new small business-
es, bringing people in from other places.
What was the last book you read?
I don’t really read books — I do a lot of research on
cell phone and technology repair online.
What app or website do you use most other
than Facebook?
Probably pogo.com — it’s a game site.
What is the funniest thing that’s ever hap-
pened to you?
We had a kid that thought charging his phone in
the microwave would charge up the battery and it
blew up the phone. The stories of the way phones
get broken are always hilarious.
If you could travel anywhere, where would
you go?
Probably back to Yellowstone — I have a lot of fun
memories there.
What is one of your goals for the next 12 months?
I plan on purchasing the two stores in Hermiston
and La Grande. The owner wants to retire, so I’ve
been working to purchase the two stores. That’s pret-
ty much been taking all my time. I would also like
to start a scholarship fund with donations from the
community to provide scholarships to local students.
What is your proudest accomplishment?
Probably my son, Darin. He just graduated with
two associate’s degrees, and is now going to attend
Eastern Oregon University.
CORRECTION
The June 21 edition of the Hermiston Herald incorrectly
states that the Hermiston Funfest will take place July 7 and
8. The event will take place only on Saturday, July 8.
IONE’S 4th of July
ation
Celebr 2017
No Dogs
Allowed in Park
*Bring your own lawn chairs or blanket. Grass amphitheater.
Saturday, July 1, 2017
Volleyball Tournament
Dinner & Poker Tournament
(plus BINGO)
Free Movie in the Park: Sing
MAN OREGON
B OA R D
Ione City Park
July 1st, 9 am
Legion Hall, Ione
Ione City Park
July 1st, 5 pm
July 1st, Dusk
Monday, July 3, 2017
Golf Tournament
Willow Creek Country Club, Heppner
July 3rd, 9 am
Tuesday, July 4, 2017
Schedule Of Events
TUESDAY JULY 4TH
Activities
7:00-10:00AM
11:00PM
12:00-1:00AM
12:30-2:30PM
1:00-4:00PM
4:00-5:00PM
Boyscout Pancake Breakfast
Parade • Line Up 9AM (Judging 9:30AM)
3 On 3 and Soccer Registrations
Horseshoes
Kids Games
3 On 3 Basketball Tourney
Soccer Tournament
Cake Walk
Entertainment
1:00-5:00AM
6:30-9:30PM
10:00PM
DJ Kora
Live Music By: Cruise Control
BOARDMAN THUNDER!!!!
FIREWORKS OVER THE COLUMBIA RIVER!!!
Fireworks funded by: Morrow County Unified Recreation District
Boardman Thunder Celebration Sponsored by:
Community & Business Donations - Boardman Chamber of Commerce
541- 481- 3014 • info@boardmanchamber.org
Fireman’s Breakfast
Ione Fire Hall
7:00 -10:00 am
Creative Care PreSchool 5k Walk/Run
($10 Registration)
Ione City Park
7 am Reg./Walk starts at 7:30 am
Ken Turner Memorial
Horseshoe Tournament
Horseshoe Pits
9:00 am
3-on-3 Basketball
Tournament
2nd Street, In Front of Legion Hall
10:00 am
Blues Cruise Car Show
Ione City Park
10:30 am
Vendors & Booths
Ione City Park
11:00 am
Fish Pond, Frog Jump, Bike Raffle
Fire Hall/Park
11:00 am
Altar Society Pie Sale
Ione Fire Hall (or Church Basement)
11:00 am
Parade (G rand M arshall : T oM & a rlynda G aTes )
Main Street
1:00 pm
Dunk Tank, Duck Races, Money Pile, Much More!
After Parade
Free Swimming
Ione Swimming Pool
1:30-3:30 pm
L uke B asiLe & F razer W amBeke a mphitheater s tage
2:00-3:30 pm
Bingo
Blues Cruise Awards
Talent Show
Ione Legion Hall
Ione City Park
Amphitheatre Stage
2:00-3:30 pm
3:00 pm
3:30 pm Reg./Show at 4 pm
C orey p eterson B and
a mphitheater s tage
4:30-6:00 pm
Game On! Video Game
Trailer & Laser Tag
Featured Entertainment
Ione City Park
Amphitheater Stage
5:00-8:00 pm
6:30 pm
F rog h oLLoW B and (6:30 pm )
C ountryFied (8:30 pm )
Boat Trip Auction/Raffle Drawings Amphitheatre Stage
Fireworks Display
Visible throughout Ione
All event, times and locations are subject to change.
www.CityOfIoneOregon.com/FourthOfJuly
Music funded in part by Morrow County Unified Recreation District
8:00 pm
Dusk