The Mill City enterprise., March 19, 1953, Image 1

Canyon
Avenue
Parade
T he MILL CITY
ENTERPRISE
serving.
Mill cm
DETROIT
ELKHORN
GATES
IDANH \
LYONS
MEHAMA
By DON PETERSON
The new Santiam Memorial hospital
ON THE SCENIC NORTH SANTIAM HIGHWAY — GATEWAY TO THE HEART OE NATURE’S EMPIRE
is getting readied for dedication cere­
monies on March 29, and among some
Vol. IX—No. 12
MILL CITY. OREGON. THURSDAY, MARCH 1», 1953
$2.50 a Year.
a Copy
of the plans is one for a Gift Shower
to the first baby born in the new
hospital after the opening date which
will be soon after the dedication date.
Merchants up and down the canyon
are donating many useful and beauti­
ful gifts to be given to the first baby,
and prospective mothers are keeping
their fingers crossed in waiting ex­
Mill City, Gates ami Detroit pupils
pectancy that maybe it could be their
of the high and junior high schools
lucky day! The first baby won’t get
wil have the opportunity Wednesday,
everything however because the first
March 25, of inspecting the recently
five babies are going to get in on the
acquired Rescue Truck of the Oregon
opening plums.
Civil Defense Agency as result of the»
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tour schedule arranged by Marion
Anyone planning to send flowers to
County Civil Defense, it is announced
the hospital in celebration of the dedi­
by Wallace S. Wharton, county di­
cation has been asked to make it
rector.
“balled shrubs which after being dis­
The truck, designed and equipped to-
played at the open house could be
serve as a mobile operating head­
planted and enjoyed as a memorial to
quarters for Civil Defense rescue­
the donor for years to eome.” The
teams, will make a tour of the high
plans did not provide for landscaping
and junior high schools in the week
costs, so the Founders Service Organ­
beginning Monday, March 23.
At
ization has given their approval to
each school the pupils will board the
a plan to donate shrubs or cash to
truck and see the arrangement of
a fund for use by the committee on
specialized gear and equipment needed
landscaping. The hospital will not be
for rescue work in any kind of a dis-
operation for about a week after the
aster — whether caused by war or
dedication and flowers would become
natural forces.
wilted by that time and thus could
Civil Defense officials will ncconir
not be enjoyed by those using the
pany the truck to explain its function
services. Plans are to have a bowl
and operations.
placed for cash contributions conven­
ient on dedication day so that visitors
can help with the landscaping fund.
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Robert Veness has started a class
of Boy Scouts in signal work at the
last Scout meeting. The purpose is
“Dust or Destiny”, a science-relig­
to give the boys a chance to learn the
ious film, will be shown to the public
signal codes used in sending communi-
at Mill City Presbyterian church,
lcations to one another by means of
Tuesday, March 24, at 7:30 p.m., ac­
the electrical signals. This is one of
cording to an announcement today by'
the requirements for first class scouts
Rev. Noble Streeter, pastor.
to get their advancement.
These
Only recently did scientists discover
signal methods are valuable for use
that bats are equipped with their own
in Civil Defense and the boys will be
magic “radar” to steer them in their
valuable assets in times of emergency
midnight flights. In “Dust or Des­
if they learn methods of signaling.
tiny,” the story of this radar has
Veness hopes to teach the boys enough
This seldom seen view of Detroit Dam, sixth highest in the United
house but none will change the final appearance caught here from
to qualify them for an amateur license
been captured in motion pictures and
States, finds the Santiam Canyon structure virtually complete. Work
high on the south »all of the canyon half mile downstream from
sound for the first time.
in radio operating if they will stay
still remains inside the powerhouse at Ipwer left of giant spillway
the dam. Systematic filling of the dog-legged reservoir behind the
but the exterior will remain unchanged. Minor finishing work re­ dam is expected to start soon when runoff of snow begins. A light
Bats- the only mammals that fly—
with the course.
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mains also at the top of the dam. including completion of the control
skift of snow formed a contrasted backdrop for this scene.
have eyes that are perfectly func­
(Photo courtesy of The Statesman)
tional, and yet for reasons of their
The Lions club fifth annual talent
own they prefer to wait for the pro­
show is scheduled for April 16 and
i
tective night before venturing out of
the club is anxious to get plenty of
thei: caws for food How they man­
talent lined *up for the show, Else-
where we print a blank application
age to avoid collision« and find their
way around has always been a myst­
form for anyone wishing to enter the
ery, Even blindfolded, bats are per­
contest. In years past these shows
The Mill City Timberwolves open
“To inform and to inspire” will be
Lyons — At a meeting Wednesday fectly confident on the wing.
Curtis Eugene Young, 32, a native
have been well received and many
But in flight, bats make continual
talented persons have had a chance to of this area, was killed instantly early their 1953 baseball season away from the purpose of two outstanding Chris­ evening, Lyons - Mehama telephone
"£o their stuff' in public and win Thursday when his pickup truck over­ home Tuesday, March 24, when they tian films exhibited this Saturday, subscribers elected to have a dial sys­ sharp cries, of such high frequency
The Timberwolves March 21, at 7:45 p.m., at the Mill tem installed at an approximate cost that they are inaudible to the human
acclaim.
Applications may be left turned on the North Santiam highway ' travel to Scio.
are coached by Burton Boroughs their City Presbyterian church.
of $8,500.
ear.
According to the film, these
at the post office with Charles Kelly, just east of Mill City.
Of the 211 telephone users, 100 were cries are the key to their “radar,*“
The accident occurred at about 1:35 basketball coach, this year.
One will be called, “Korea—Cross­
the Nu-Method Cleaners, or at the
They will play their second game roads of World Destiny”, a timely, present with 66 votes for and 34 for the furry little creatures are-
a.m. when Young was driving east­
Mill City theatre.
It was reported his truck next Friday, March 27. It will be on : up-to-the-minute full color picture, so against. The system will not go into guided by echoes of their signal cries
The Lions club has been busy build­ ward.
reflected from obstacles in their path.
ing a Boy Scout cabin in the city skidded out of control on the icy pave­ the home field, at night under the I new that it includes the Eisenhower effect for 16 months to two years.
A Stromberg-Carlson representa­
Still puzzling the producers of
park and this year the money raised ment and went across the road and lights. This is the first time all the vjgjt to Korea. It was filmed by Dr.
from their talent show will go to up on the north bank and then rolled people of Mill City have really gotten Fred jarvjSi United Nations corre- tive was guest speaker and gave an “Dust or Destiny," however, is how-
a chance to see the Timberwolves in spOndent, Evangelical Alliance mis­ interesting and informative talk per­ one bat among thousands in a cave­
complete the cabin.
Everyone can over pinning Young underneath.
George Humphrey, returning home action because previously all games i sionary, and foreign correspondent for taining to the dial system. In line can pick up his own sounds without
have a part in this project if they will
mi.:-
— ...
- Life
-- magazine.
with this topic, Bell telephone com­ i being “jammed” by the others.
This Christian
do all they can to find talent and at­ at 1:40 a.m. found Young pinned un­ have been in the afternoon.
Other miracles of animal and plant
tend the show on April 16. Tickets der his truck and went for help. Dr. game will be played with Cascade.
The other film intitled, “Of Scrap pany presented a film “Party Lines.”
life are also depicted in the new filrn-
will soon be available from members Jack Reid was called and upon arrival Coached by Bob Stewart, Cascade is and Steel,” will be a factual, care-
usually a tough team. The Timber- funy documented case history taken
| The fantastic grunion of California,
he pronounced Young dead.
of the Lions club.
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a small fish of the smelt family, are
Young is the son of Mr. and Mrs. wolves may have a hard time on their from the fi)es of , miggion in a larRt>
• pictured as they come up on dry land
Next Tuesday night will be an op­ L. E. Young, who operate a farm hands as they haven’t had much prac eastern city. It is a powerful and
to lay their eggs. Another sequence
diamatic portrayal of one of God’s
portunity for music lovers to travel about three miles east of Gates. The tice due to the rain.
It is a kind of mystery just what children—his fall to the depths and
portrays the uncanny instinct of hom­
to Stayton to enjoy the Eugene Glee­ deceased was born in this area in
men, an amateur group of singers, 1920 and had lived here all his life, kind of baseball team the Timber- hjg struggles on the road back,
The highest freight rates in history ing pigeons, and the non-stop migra­
Don't |__________ _ _
who have gained fame in the enter­ except for several years military wolves will have this year,
are in store for most farm products tion of the American plover from
miss the game next Friday night.
tainment field.
They are donating service, during World War II.
shipped by rail in 1953 according to Labrador to Argentina.
Officer Archie Breneman and State
1953 BASEBALL SCHEDULE:
their services in order to help the
Mehama Farmers Union M. D. Thomas, extension agricultural “Dust or Destiny” is fourth in •
series of feature productions showing-
new Santiam Memorial hospital se­ I Patrolman Lawrence Jack investi­
Tues., March 24—Scio, there.
economist at Oregon State college.
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Fri., March 27—Cascade, here, nite. Plan Dance Jamboree
cure an airlock. The airlock is an gated the accident.
Thomas, in his latest Agricultural
Funeral services will be held at
important piece of new equipment
Tues., March 31—Stayton, there.
The Mehama Farmers Union wil) Situation and Outlook circular, says
which has saved the lives of many ' Weddle’s funeral home in Stayton at * Fri., April 3—Jefferson, here, nite. serve a baked ham dinner, 6 to 7 p.m. freight rates probably will never be
new-born babies. This is another op­ . 2 n.m. Monday, with burial at Bell-
Tues., April 7—Scio, here, nite.
Saturday, March 28, at the Santiam much, if any, lower, Whether they
portunity you will have to do a good i crest Memorial cemetery in Salem at « Thurs., April 9—Gervais, here.
Valley Grange hall. Mrs. John Apple go higher or not will be determined
i about 4 p.m.
Mon., April 13—Stayton, here, nite.
service to your community.
by general economic conditions and
food chairman.
* Fri., April 17—Sublimity, here, nite is A the free
versatile musical program efforts of transportation companies,
Tues., April 21—Open
and with the best attendants to look
As Easter season draw« near the
will be given after the dinner includ­ producers, and consumers.
after them — none other than their * Fri., April 24—Chemawa, there
Higher freight rates will hurt farm­ churches of Mill City are reminded
ing tap dancing, hula hula dancing,
Wed., April 29—Cascade, here, nite. acrobatic stunts, vocal and instru­ ers more in the future than they have again of the great inspiration of the
' very group grandmas.
Those kids
are having the time of their life! They * Fri., May 1—Detroit, here.
mental solos, and square dance demon- so far, advises the economist. Rail union Holy Week services which were
Tues., May 4—Cherrawa, here, nite. ( strations by the Brushoppers Square freight rates have followed farm prod­ initiated last year.
have just about everything you can
Fri., May 7—Open.
think of to play with and keep them
Dance club. Music will be furnished uct prices un but they have never fol- , Such a series is again being planned
As Reported by
occupied. Swings, slides, merry-go-
throughout
the evening by a local or- .lowed them down. When prices fall, in which all the churches will take
LANCE SAILS
llague games.
rounds—just everything. Some little
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part. This Holy Week series of serv­
' chestra.
ices will be held between Palm Sun­
The Time: Graduation Time. 1973, fellows even had a ball game—the
kids against the Grandmas there.
day and Easter, from March 30
Mill City, Ore.
through
April 3, at the Assembly of
The Place: This article being written Maybe you think that wasn’t a sight!
AUDITION APPLICATION
There was a little excitement in the
God church.
at a desk on the Mezzanine. over­
looking the lobby, The Hill House. lobby. The clerk on duty nervously
Everyone is invited to attend these-
summoned the bell boy to the desk.
meetings.
Detroit - — Hey! All you Kiddies in
The atmosphere of the lobby of The Suddenly he took off in the direction
FIFTH ANNUAL
Hill House this past few days has of the nursery. When I spied the the upper part of 'the Canyon, if you
been one of gayety. As of the time house nurse briskly crossing the lobby are under 12 years of age, you are
we are about to go to press tome and disappearing thought I would in­ invited to be guests of the F.O.E.
MOORE—To Mr. and Mrs. Jame«
Ladies Auxiliary Sunday, April 5th
twenty odd couples of the graduating vestigate.
APRIL 16. 1953
Moore, Gates, a daughter, March 13.
I wanted to get a picture of it but on an “Easter Egg Hunt”.
class of 1953 have returned. Girls
at Salem Memorial hospital.
Yes, sir’ie you have a date with us
that left here have brought back hus­ I let them talk me out of it. This
NAME
KNOWLES — To Mr. and Mrs.
bands. and boys who left here have particular Grandma is well known and in front of the Detroit school at 12
Clyde Knowles, Mill City, a daughter.
brought back wives.
Some real loved. But do you know, there she o’clock (noon) on Easter Sunday
March 17, at Salem General hospital.
Address
was—stuck—in one of the kid’s slides!
Where we go from there ia no
charmers among them. too.
REYNOLDS To Mr. and Mrs. Dale
And kids! You never saw such a —and for a while it seemed like we’d body’s business but the bunnies.
Reynolds, Gates, a son, March 17, at
And did we hear you say you like
bunch of them in your life’ They’re have to put casters on the slide to get
Type of Talent
Salem General hospital.
all beautiful, and just as full of the her home. Well, everybody came up hot dogs* Well eome on, a date is a
Auditions 8:15 Each Monday at Presbyterian Recreation Room
KETCHUM- To Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd
dickens as they can be. The lower the stairs having a good laugh for
Ketchum, Detroit, a daughter, I March
She made me promise
Present Application at Poet Office, Theatre, or Nu-Method Cleaners.
ma and pa has been good.
ball-room or banquet room has been themselves.
17, at Salem Memorial hospital.
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turned into a nursery for the occasion
CD Rescue Truck
Here March 25
Dust or Destiny’
Movie March 24
Curtis Young Killed Timberwolves Open Presbyterian Church Lyons Planning for
Baseball Season
Presents Movies
Dial Telephones
In Auto Accident
Farmers Face Record
High Freight Rates
Mill City Churches
Plan for Holy Week
From Out of
The Past
Detroit Eagles Plan
Big Easter Egg Hunt
Mill City Lions Club
TALENT SHOW
Just Arrived