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About The Mill City enterprise. (Mill City, Or.) 1949-1998 | View Entire Issue (Feb. 27, 1969)
NotK'r. ‘ Ä/*U JI The Mill City ON THE SCENIC NORTH SANTIAM HIGHWAY — OREGON'S FAST GROWING VACATION WONDERLAND VOLUME XXIV NUMBER 9 Up and Down The Avenue By Don Moffatt I think Governor Ronald Reagan of California is on the right track in his attempt to curb the University of Cali fornia disturbances at Berk eley. Gov. Reagan told news men that he would insist on firing or expelling troublemak ing instructors and students, but he is leaving it up to the chancellor of the Berkeley campus. That is just what he should do, according to my way of thinking. We pay these ad ministrators to do a job of insuring that our young people have an opportunity for edu cation. If and when they can not handle their jobs, they, too, should be dismissed. It is a sorry state of affairs when a minority can disrupt edu cation of the “good” sound students we have, who desire to get ahead. These unprecedented as saults on duly constituted authority in the United States today is a black eye to our society. Unless we find some means to stop these attacks, or unless new mechanisms are developed to divert the pro tests into the regular demo cratic process, the nation can expect increasing further civil disorders. I don’t mind paying taxes for higher education, but if these rioters continue to dis rupt our educational process, and if our college teachers and administrators do nothing to correct or dismiss these few agitators, I for one would like to stop all forms of tax sup port until they clean up the mess. The cost alone of policing the campuses must be terrific. I feel we have been far too permissive in handling our governmental affairs. We cer tainly do not advocate a police state, but we also must put these protesting people in their place, and put our government back into perspective. We can not continue to let our laws be defied. I am happy about some things, and even though we give much space to these “odd balls” we take heart. Our mail comes through every day, ex cept holidays: there is bread and other commodities on the shelves of our stores: our fire men still answer calls; our police are on the job: our city officials are doing their job to the best of their ability, and here in our area our teachers still believe they have a job to do and are doing it. Our young people in school are not rioting. Our country is not heading for hell, as manv say it is. and in spite of all our troubles we are still making progress. We human beings complain about high taxes, waste in government, but we still are paying the tax. and we continue to work to make our country the best cne on earth. Were doing all these things now—bur the time will rme in the not too distant future, when taxpayers will rebel about high taxes, and the wanton waste of the tax dollar. The time will come when they will call a halt to these “moon shots’ and the increase of pub lic salaries, and foreign aid. They will rise un and demand that we curtail this wild spend ing. and curb the inflation that is r'bbing young and old alike We do not want to live in an age where we will have to bale our paper money in order to carry it to the market to pav for a loaf of bread. T hone our governing bodies will wake up in time to save cur countrv which to me is the best one in the world. We have much more to be thankful for in this countrv than anv other, so let us trv to support out law enforcement people and preserve our cuntrv. Let if not give in to a minoritv who would like to sell us short. THE MILL CITY ENTERPRISE—MILL CITY, OREGON THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 1909 Elk and Deer Feed in Yard At Detroit DETROIT—Now hear this: A bull elk was noted feeding on several occasions al. ng with several deer in the drive way at the Arthur Whiteley home (Detroit Lake Resort) at the westerly edge of the city of Detroit. The Whiteley’s had been feeding the deer with food pellets furnished by the Game Commission and appar ently the elks hunger overcame his fear of the city. The elk’s visit to the city brings to mind the time a big bear deieded to pay a visit down in the old town of De troit. Only weather conditions were reversed. This was in the middle cf the summer. His I snooping led him to the home of Mrs. Rose Vermillion right in the middle of town, where his attention focused on the screened in back porch. With a mighty sweep of his paws, he tore away the side of the porch and entered. On the wall was a “cooler” loaded with some left over stew, eggs, ba con, huckleberries, and a var iety of other foods. Well, down came the “cooler” and I guess you know what that back porch looked like a cyclone went through it four days late. Mrs. Vermillion a widow and living alone, just about passed out with fright. Operating Detroit’s first tel- phone service, she managed to get to the switch-board and called a few of the good citi zens, who came to the rescue, some in night clothes. They got one or two shots at the fleeing bear and missed him. A few days later the bear met his fate when he got caught prowling at the Gale Fagan home. He reportedly weighed about 350 pounds. Other forest creatures visit ing occassionally especially in the old town of Detroit, were bob-cats and skunks. Deer were frequent visitors, and they still now and then wonder into town. Open House Saturday and Sunday * Lions Boost Santiam Scholarship Fund With $100 Gift The Santiam Scholarship fund was enriched by $100 Monday night when the Lions club agreed to support the drive for money. Other clubs in the area have been asked to contribute to the scholarship fund in an attempt to reach the $1,000 goal as soon as pos sible. Two scholarships will be given this year. There was no program at the meeting Monday night, but the Whitewater Challenge was discussed thoroughly. Fol lowing the announcement that the North Santiam Chamber of Commerce was having dif ficulty in finding workers to put on the event, many indi- viduals have expressed a de- sire to see the Challenge con tinued, even if sponsored by some other group or several groups working together. A Chamber spokesman stat ed the Whitewater Challenge had done much to promote the area, and that each year more and more have joined in the fun of making the run down the scenic North Santiam. The Chamber will sponsor the run again this Memorial Day. Chamber Hears About Planning Clarence Parker, Communi ty Development Specialist from Oregon State University Extension service told North Santiam Chamber of Commer ce members and their wives that lack of communication be tween city officials and the citizens sometimes was cause of misunderstanding when it came to planning for the fu ture. He said his job was to work with rural communities in an attempt to revitalize their ar John Lengacher, local custom home a master bedroom suite which is unique eas, and the building of these builder is inviting the public to the show with sliding doors opening onto a patio. communities for the future. ing of his most recently built home in A green and gold color scheme is carried He said: “Our rural areas are growing. At one time there Mill City. The place is located one block throughout the home, and this color is was a big move to the cities, south of Hi ltop Market, a half block also used on the exterior. This is a gold now it seems to be going the west on Kingwood, follow the Open medallion home. Refreshments will be other way. Many people who House Arrows. It is an informal contem served during the open hours of 10 a. m. moved to cities found they porary home with separate living and to 5 p. m. each day, Saturday and Sun could not find employment sleeping areas. Much imagination is day, March 1 and 2.—The Mill City En there. Others are finding that shown in construction. It also includes terprise photo. rural living is more to their liking.” He said his department is Russ Nelson on working for multi-county plan College Opinion Show ning, looking for resources to help the small rural commun Frienas here especially en ities. joyed watching “College Opin He used Scio as an example DETROIT — Detroit Cou ion” on television last Sunday of how they are improving afternoon at 3 o ’ clock when gars made up a seven point their image. half-time deficit to win a 61-48 one of the panel members re Parker said: “in Scio they victory over Valsetz in a Mar presenting Mt. Angel College The First Christian church have torn down some of their ion B League hoop contest was Russ Nelson, husband of will have a Faith, Promise old buildings to develop a site the former Laura Jo Rambo. Rally February 28 and March here last Tuesday night. for their new postoffice, and Moderator was Paul Melhuish Monte Pelto led the losers 1 and 2 at the church. change their business district.” with 18 points. The win placed of the University of Portland, This is a missionary pro The town of Halsey is go Detroit 12-2 in loop play while and other panel members were gram and each evening there ing to put in a new sewer Burke Schmidt and Jim Aider- Valsetz continues without a will be a missionary song ser son, both of Mt. Angel. Subject vice, devotion and prayer serv win, compared to 13 losses. The organizational meeting svstem. “Community attitude has a of the discussion was “ Are Detroit—Miller 12, Drago 2, ice, special music, sermon on of the Fraternal Order of Diment 1, Morgan 2, D. Hie- Families Necessary?” and missions, comments a b ou t Eagles will be held at the Riv lot to do with the success of bert 8, Smith 8, Williamson many stimulating opinions Faith and Promise and pictur erview in Mehama this Thurs fr/ure planning of a citv,” 12, G. Hiebert 8, Lynn 1 and were given. These weekly pre es. The services will last an day, February 27 at 7:30 in Parker said. “Communities determine whether they sentations on Sunday after hour and 45 minutes. Rogers 7. stead of Grant’s Cafe as stated must wish to go ahead or leave Lyle Rogers chalked up 36 noons are included in the many Mrs. Opal Whitaker is chair in announcements that were things as they are. It must points in Friday nights’ game educational shows offered by man of the missionary commit sent out. have some pride in Its appear leading the Detroit Cougars television. C. H. Patterson, State Aerie ance, tee. Others on the committee ” “he continued. to a 79-64 win, their 13th of are Mrs. Lita Lewellen, Mrs. organizer will be present, as Parker stressed the scenic the season, over hosting St. will Past Grand Worthy Pre Larry Plotts, Jr., Bob Pratt, and tourist potential of the Paul. Contributing 24 points Rev. Charles Fultz and Bill sident Carl Thacker. canyon area, stating it was to the winners’ efforts was All new members are urged Shepherd. something concrete upon Gerald Hiebert. Jay Phillips Missionary speaker will be to attend. Others who are in which to build for the future. had 23 points for St. Paul. Mel Myers and Dr. and Mrs. terested in joining are invited. He also said that the goals Others Detroit scorers were Griffeth will show pictures of and objectives should be set Smith 4, Williamson 8, Miller missions. by the citizens, in order to ef 5 and Drago 2. Others serving will be Rev. Still Lots of Snow fectively assist in planning for Gerald Hiebert and Lyle Charles Fultz, director of the By Jean Roberta future development. In Upper Canyon Rogers combined for 39 points STAYTON — The Stayton Rally: to personalize the The speaker was introduced to pace visiting Detroit past Co-operative Canning company church with missionaries, Bill DETROIT — According to Valsetz 84-53 here Saturday. is again attempting to process Shepherd; publicity and post weather observer, Frank Han bv program chairman, Dick The makemp game result left the 1968 crop of carrots. Stop ers and promotion, Mrs. Lita cock, 26’¿ inches of ground le Parker. President Orville Brown announced the next Detroit in a first place tie with ped several times by rainy fall Lewellen: missionary booths, vel snow still remains. board of directors meeting Siletz at 14-2. Scoring for De weather and the unusual snow Charlene Cooper; music, Doris Since the 15th of Feb. partial troit were G. Hiebert 22, Rog bound winter, the cannery has Davenport; cards, brochures, ¡sunny skies have prevailed would be held at The River ers 17, Smith 7 Williamson had to shift to repacking froz etc., Edna Lady, Bill Morgan with a trace of rain at times. view March 5th at noon. 5, Drago 11, Miller 6, Diment en vegetables on hand, rather and Rev. Fultz; prayer chair, High temperatures have Senior Helen Simon was 5, Morgan 6, J. Hiebert 3 and than the processing of the 1968 Rev. Fultz; pianist, Grace Hut ranged from 42 degrees to 55 crowned queen of Santiam’s Williamson 2. crop of carrots. Some farmers chinson: refreshments, Betty degrees in that same period District basketball tourna have not been able to dig a Plotts, flowers, Mr. and Mrs of time. 1969 Sweetheart’s Ball Satur ment games will begin at Dal single carrot of the 1968 crop. Gil Duckworth, Sr., and Mrs. However, our night temp, day, February 22nd. Sophomore Tom Rush per las High school Saturday, Stayton Co-operative Can Arthur Hedge, Sr.; collecting, has been cool, sometimes freez formed the crowning ceremony March 1. The day’s schedule is nery (one of the biggest veget counting, posting Faith Prom ing, which no doubt accounts as Rita Whitney presented as follows: first game 1:30; se- able processing plants in the ises, Larry Plotts, Jr., Opal for the slow melting of the The F'ebruary meeting of Queen Helen with one dozen second game 3. Evening games United States) better than 10 Whitaker, Bill Shepherd and snow during the day. Average PT A was held Thursday. A at 7:30 and 9:00. high temperature for the same musical program was provid red roses. Directly following acres under roof, usually starts tiie junior deacons. The public is invited. period of days is listed at 48.9. ed by the grade school chorus, the ceremony, the Queen and processing carrots in October, her court danced to “Do You Weather, Detroit Dam and finishes just before Christ under the direction of Herb Believe In Magic”, the tradit 7 a. m. Daily Weather Reading mas each year. This year, how- Bastuscheck and accompanied Snow Slide Just East of Detroit Dam Pool ional court dance. Other mem ever, tons of carrots are still by Mrs. Doris Williams. Elev. bers of the court were: Fresh in the fields with farmers hop The ’68-69 budget was passed. man princess Jackie Clark, her Feb. 19 51 30 1437.45 0.00 ing for some nice weather to Herb Bastuscheck’s ro m won escort John Ruby; Sophomore Feb. 20 47 31 1437.34 0.12 begin digging. the room count. princess Sue Crowther, her es Feb. 21 41 32 1437.56 0.00 The rain throughout Novem A spaghetti dinner is slated cort Pete Hawley; Junior prin Feb. 22 44 30 1438.00 0.00 ber prevented digging on the for April 3rd for benefit of cess Donna Snodgrass, her es Feb. 23 44 31 1438.58 0.09 cultivated fields where the the scholarship fund. cort Randy Cogar and Queen Feb. 24 45 29 1439.16 0.00 heavy diggers would mire in A “Toys for Fairview” Feb. 25 45 29 1439.36 0.00 the mud. Helen’s escort Cliff Warde. workshop was announced. It With as much as $8000 to $10- will be held in various homes, Used Brick Fireplace 000 worth of carrots mud organized by Mrs. Fred Moore. bound in some fields, farmers Anyone interested in working and the cannery are now hop or d mating materials contact ing to dig before the carrots PTA officers or Mrs. Fred rot or start to grow again. Moore 897-2575. One yard print material and your old nylon stockings would be appreciated. Nominating committee for officers for the coming year are Annette Payseno. Wilma Golden, and Al Glover. Many items were donated $1,000 Dollars .............. and sold at the silent auction. Another auction will lie held at $ 900 Dollars the March meeting with many $ 800 D.liars more bazarre items offered. $ 700 Dollars Detroit Cougars Continue Winning Faith and Promise Rally Set for Christian Church Organization Meet Scheduled For Riverview Cafe Cannery Having Tough Time With Carrot Harvesting Helen Simon Is Santiam's Sweetheart Toys for Fairview Discussed at P.T.A. Scholarship Fund Gauge Harry Meader Totals Pickup Dodging Deer $ 600 Dollars $ 500 Dollars $ 400 Dollars 300 Dollars While it is true that “life begins at 40.” some of thos^ who have passed that mile stone advise that you're goin" to miss a lot if you wait that long. $4.00 a YEAR — 10c a Copy Used brick has been utilized in the construction of the above full quarter circle fireplace in the living 5 200 Dollars room of the home just recently designed and construct- , 100 Dollars 'd by John Lengacher. The fireplace is visib’e from the dining area. Open house will be held Friday and Sat urday, March 1 and 2. —The Mill City Enterprise photo. ‘ Don’t let this picture shake you up. It wasn’t taken this week. It is time to think of Spring. The above pic ture was taken just east of Detroit Dam on Highway ' 22 and shows one of the slides which tied up traffic. Clarence (Ole) Erickson and his wife, Ethel, had just returned from a California vacation, and were on their way to Detroit when the slide occurred. While Waiting for the slide to be cleared they took this picture to show friends that it really can snow in Oregon. It was reported that Harry Meader totalled out his new pickup truck near Niagara about 5 o’clock M nday night. He was on his way to work at Green Veneer at Idanha when a deer crossed the road. Meader missed the deer but went over the bank. He was not seriously injured.
