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University of Oregon Library Eugene, Ore. 97403 _ Nyssa Gate City' Journal s'”* - ” J Jy THE SUGAR CITY THE NYSSA GATE CITY JOURNAL, NYSSA, OREGON ■ THUNDEREGG CAPITAL THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 1967 NYSSA CHAMBER ELECTS NEW DIRECTORS FOR '67 Nyssa Chamber of Commerce members elected a new board of directors to serve during 1967. After tallying the votes of the 15 members present Secretary Paul Penrod announced the following as winners: Mrs. Charles (Marlene) Michael of Michael’s Pharmacy, Ray Larson, District Manager for Amalga mated Sugar co., Arleigh Adams, manager and co-owner of Johannesen-Adams Motor co.; Dave Rieb of Rieb’s Market and Torn Stenkamp, manager of th«* local bank. No tally was given on the win ners. Others nominating and re for the credit now extended to ceiving votes were, John Studer, them. Malheur Memorial Hospital Rulon Trost, George Patterson, Ernie Metcalf and Wayne Mon- Manager Pheral Dodson told the cur. The new board will meet group it would certainly work a hardship on all hospitals as at Brownie’s cafe at 8 a.m. they had no opportunity, in many Wednesday of next week to cases, to select only patients ««elect officers. Tile new board who could pay cash or put up /ill also select a secretary securities for their medical treasurer, a position now field care. by Paul Penrod, and not re Dodson made a motion the quired to be a member of tile chamber resolve to oppose the board. bill, it was seconded by Vic Haburchak and passed unani DISCUSSES HILI. mously. Congressman Al Ulman Ac«* Lloyd, manager of United will be sent a copy of the resol Credit Service, Ontario, dis ution. cussed legislation pending in OTHER BUSINESS the U. S. Congress Hui he thought would be detrimental to Irave rleb reported on the most every business firm in plans for the Christmas parade the country. He said it pro and said he felt it would be posed to practically eliminate better than the one lie viewed garnishment of wages and in Ontario Saturday. He also attachemerit ot property for debts. Th«* bill attached as an said consideration should be given another year to accepting amendment to the proposed purely commercial floats as th«' “Truth In Lending” bill would churches were not taking as eliminate th«* need for bank active a part in the floats de ruptcy, but that as a cure would picting the religious theme as be woi se than the disease, in past years. High school kids Lloyd said. making the floats were running He stated that 90 percent of out of ideas, he stated. the business transacted in the Stan McNutt, KOtV repre- U.S. was on a credit basis and passage of the law would sentative, said music coming certainly make a big change in from four loud speakers on Main total business. He noted that the street, covered most all the business section. He asked that young people who were just anyone finding the sound too starting in marled lift* would have to pay cash for housing, loud or too low to notify rent appliances and household Michael’s Pharmacy and an ef furnishings, cars, ets. if they fort would be mad«* to adjust it there since that was the origin. could not pledge their salaries SBA OFFIGIAI. OFFERS AID, ADVICE TO AREA BUSINESSES A representative of the Small Business Administration will be in Nyssa on Tuesday, December 12, to visit with small businessmen and discuss various programs of the Federal Agency to strengthen tbe Nyssa economy. Bert Mitchell, loan officer from the Boise SBA Office, will tx* in the Nyssa Chamber ot ommerce, 217 Main from 9:00 to 12:00 .«.in n II«' • t witti individual.', and lilt* rested groups re garding loans to new and existing businesses as well as man agement services available from SBA. Arrangements for the visit were made by the Nyssa Chamber of Commerce, President Dale Adams said. This is th«' first scheduled visit by SBA staff to Nyssa, he points out. Purpose of the visit Is to make SBZ services available to area business men without the necessity of a special trip to Boise. Repeat and continuation of such visits will depend on local interest and apparent need, Adams emphasizes. In addition to regular business loans, SBA now makes Eco nomic Opportunity loans and provides management assistance to capable, low-income individuals who have been handicapped in establishing or expanding small enterprises. Management assistance is available to any small businessman who lacks either knowledge or experience in successfully operating or promoting his business. Such help includes financial management and record keeping, credit and inventory controls, marketing, personnel management, and other opera tional facets. SBA provides free home study materials as well as personal counseling when necessary. Businessmen interested in meeting with Mitchell are urged to call Paul P«‘tirod, Secretary, Chamber of Commerce, phon«' 372-2826, for an appointment during his morning visit to Nyssa. Mitchell will lx* in Marsing on Monday morning. Homedale on Monday afternoon, and in Vale on Tuesday afternoon. "The Fast Noel" Is Theme For Nyssa's Fourth Annual Parade Sat., December 9 THIS IS ONE OF THE BEAUTIFUL FLOATS SHOWN IN THE 196« ‘■motion committee. But, if then judgment was good, it shows Christmas parade. It did not qualify, according to the judges, how gixxi the winners must have been. The Journal staff cannot for <>ne of the top three prizes offered by the Merchants Pro identify the float entry, mr those who are on it. - GCJ photo. TVCC BOARD STUDIES BUILDING PROPOSALS OF ADMINISTRATION Nyssan Takes Honors On Democracy Speech . Susan Hartley was awarded first place in the American Legion sponsored “Voice of D»mocracy” speech contest held at Nyssa high school Tues day, December 5. Lynn Finch and Manuel Silva placed 2nd and 3rd, respectively. All three winners competed again in Ontario Tuesday evening with the winners from Ontario and Vale for the opportunity to represent the community in the district and state contest. Miss Hartley was named one of the three finalists at this time. The contest at Nyssa was under the direction of Mr. Donald Bates, speech instructor, and there w ill be more details offered in a later issue. The Treasure Valley Community College Board of Education met in regular session on Wednesday November 29 in the Weese building to discuss proposals made by the college’s adminis tration on building needs. Board members discussed at length possibilities of a self liquidating bond issue, the use of which seems to be unclear according to Oregon State Law as was pointed out by Chairman Bill Schroeder. Another possibility centers around "package type” construction. Representatives of several firms have made proposals. These structures would meet all Oregon State Construction Code requirements. They would be offered on a lease basis. Discussion then turned to use of the $175,000.00 bond issue money okayed by voters last Spring and the subse quent $500,000.00 State matching funds. __________ _____ Doctor Emery Skinner re Th«» paint and steam room quested consideration of plans needs a roof and one wall to be formed by the college’s ad complete. It would be adjacent ministration which included the to the existing Vocational Tech following: A Physical Education nical building. Nyssa Eagles Set plant, the beginning of a Fine The Boardof Education mem Art complex, the completion of Kids' Party Sunday bers requested that the admin- a steam and paint room, and Tbe annual Christmas party istration develop alternate expansion of the existing li jpir children of Eagles and aux- plans. A «■oncennr wasreac*.« A brary.— by the Board that areas being ¡Itary women will be held at It was emphasized that the considered were the most 3 p.m. Sunday, December 10 physical education building be urgent at the F.O.E. hall in Nyssa. just that. No seating for spec- t a tors use was included. A variety of activities could take place simultaneously in the pro posed structure. Some 840 stud ents are now engaged in phy Former Congressman Robert B. Duncan(D-Ore.) announced sical education classes and at a press conference Monday morning his intention to run must complete five quarters against U. S. Senator Wayne Morse in the May, 1968 Democratic as required by the Sta’e of Ore primary election. gon, according to Dean «-..win Duncan, who is celebrating his 47th birthday today, said Haynes. he had come to his decision after receiving voluntary pledges The Fine Art complex would of support from throughout the state "beyond my expectations”. include a 40 foot by 80 foot He also pointed out that several independent polls showed there theater and space for print is widespread voter dissatisfaction with the incumbent senator. making, ceramics, painting, Duncan served two terms in Washington as U. S. Congress drawing, commercial art, and man from the 4th district. Previously he had served four years art education. This space would as Speaker of the House of Representatives in Salem. allow for expansion of offerings In 1966 he ran for the U. S. Senate against Mark Hatfield who now enjoyed by more than 125 won by a narrow margin. Presently he is practicing law in students, according to Fall Portland. Term enrollment. In his statement Duncan stressed a record of responsibility The space freed by removal of and cooperation during his ten years in public service in Salem the art courses from th«'Weese and Washington, D. C. He called attention to the need for diversi building would be used by an fication of Oregon’s economy and the need for stronger repre expanded library. Virtually the sentation in Washington to assure more federal contracts and entire second floor of the Weese new industry for the state. building would become the col "I don’t promise to solve all of our problems, but 1 promise lege library and space would 1 bring to this task a record of independent be available for the 20,000 to try my best. thinking, cooperation with others, and a willingness to work with volumes expected by the end others with out rancor, without name calling, without bitterness,” of next year. he concluded. ROBERT DUNCAN ANNOUNCES PLANS TO RUN FOR SENATE Adrian Firemen Name Officers. Slate Dinner "Joy To The World” was the name on this float in the religious parade in Nyssa in 1966 That was the theme of the parade, and while it ÍÚLÍ1I8 V ariety (OM to Each Family) did not win a prize, it wa a beautiful float and must have been considered in competition. Adnan firemen held election of officers Dec. 4 at the fire hall. Don Hatch was elected fire chi« 1 and Marvin Bowers, assistant chief. Gayle Martin was chosen president, with Mix Linville named vice president. Ed Undorf became secretary treasurer and Gerald Mackey was re-appointed, reporter. Harvey Bennett of the Big Bend area, was reelected to the board of directors for another five year term, and B. A. Anderson of the Ridgeview Dis trict was elected for a one- year term to fill the unexpired period of the late Claude Eachus. Annual ladies’ night dinner will be served at 8 p.m., Fri- day, Dec. 8 in the Adrian grade school cafetorium. The din ner is being prepared by women of the American Legion Auxiliary. Jaycees Close Long Feather Competition Nyssa Jaycees announce that all entries for the pheasant 'long feather’ contest must be on hand by Monday, Dec. 11 at Nyssa Gun and Sport shop, located at 310 Main street. This 1966 beautiful float was made by the occupants (unidentified) sang German songs Contest winners will be German Club, Gary Sant instructor, and the during the down-town parade. named that evening. SAGE IMPROVES U.S. Office Frees Funds For Nyssa Nyssa’s official opening of the Christmas season will get underway Saturday, Dec. 9 at 2 o’clock P.M. with the start of the fourth annual religious parade. Santa Claus will also make his first appearance. The theme of this year’s parade is "The First Noel”, according to parade co-chairman Marlene Michael, and will have 22 floats depicting Christmas scenes. Dave Rieb, the other co-chairman reported Wednesday that Minnesota slugging star, Harmon Killebrew, will be parade marshal and that another added attraction will be Union Pacific’s miniature train being sent here from California, especially for the occasion. The floats will assemble at street where he will listen to the school grounds at the west end of Main street where they the desires of the Kiddies and will be judged by out-of-town have a gift for them. The personnel before starting the building will be heated and there parade. Winners of the $50, will be seating for the mothers. $25 and $15 cash awards, fur Any tots who might be sick, nished by the Merchants Pro or for some other reason, un motion committee, will be able to see Santa on this trip marked so viewers may know can see him at the same place Saturday, December 16. them. The parade will proceed down MERCHANTS READY Main street to First street Local merchants are ready thence south one block, turn for the heavy trade with the right and proceed up Good ave largest stock of wares ever nue to the school grounds. Music Nyssa. There will be will be furnished by the Nyssa seen in few things, useful or ornamen and Adrian high school bands. tal, that cannot be found in one Parade Queen is Cathy of the local stores suitable for Perdue, who was chosen by pop Christmas presents. Most have ular vote of the student body ads in this issue of the Gate at a basketball game Friday City Journal listing just a few night. At that time she was of the hundreds they have to presented with $25 cash by choose from. the Nyssa Jaycees. Malheur Through the courtesy of the County Queen, Cheri Hyde, Vale Merchants Promotion com will also be in the parade. mittee this issue of the Journal SANTA ARRIVES will be mailed to 4300 families in the trade area. It will pay Santa, on his reindeer float, will be at the rear end of the you to come to Nyssa Saturday parade and immediately after for your shopping needs and to the finish, will be at the old see one of the few religious gym near west end of Main parades in this area. Malheur Memorial hospital will be able to proceed with construction of a nursing home wing, following the releaseof $129,000 Hill-Burton funds that were frozen in President John son’s economy move in late October. Pheral Dodson, hospital administrator, said late last week that the US Public Health Service informed him that the funds will be available Dec. 1, What’s In A Name? and the hospital board can pro ceed with signing of the con tract. The $129,000 Hill-Burton funds had been approved earlier but fell victim to the economy W. T. (Jack) Frost of Port drive. land already is busy on his Van Auker Construction Co., spring job. of Caldwell, was low bidder He is checking snowfall and on the 30-bed nursing home ad rainfall in Oregon for the bene dition to the present hospftU. fit of farmers and industries. The firm’s bid, including sel About 1.6 million acres in ected alternates, is $376,010. the state are irrigated. Of Dodson said it is not known these. 25.000 get water from whether the delay in receiving reservoirs., the rest from the anticipated funds will have streams. If the flow slows any affect on previous negotia to a trickle, parched fields are tions. likely to get scant water. As US Soil Conservation Ser vice snow survey supervisor, Frost directs work of some 200 persons who measure depth of snowfall and amount of rain fall during the winter in eastern For the first time, farmers Oregon. He feeds these statistics, plus and other agricultural employ ers are required by Oregon data from 1929, into the com law to have workmen’s com puter; then forecasts how much pensation insurance coverage, water will be available in each JACK’ FROST WORKS IN W INTER FOR SPRING Farmers Need W.C Insurance Before Jan. 1 by Jan. 1, 1968. Agricultural employers with a 1967 payroll of $1500orir.ore must obtain coverage from either a private company or the State Compensation Department by this date to avoid financial penalties. The farm coverage provision is the final coverage exclusion scheduled for elimination. The workmen’s compensation law was revised by the 1965 Legis lature. Under Oregon law all employ ers of one or more workmen are required to carry work men’s compensation coverage. This now also includes agri cultural employers with yearly- payroll of $1500 or more. The Workmen’s Compensa tion Board said the "farm” designation includes the fol lowing employers: Stock, dairy, poultry, fruit, berry, fur bearing animaland truck farms, ranches, nurseries, ranges, greenhouses or other similar structures used primarily for the raising of agricultrual or horticultural commodities, and orchards. William A. Callahan, chair man of the WCB, said some farmers are confused by work men’s compensation and em ployer’s liability. He said the law requires workmen’s com pensation. A telephone call was made to Mrs. Chet (Margaret) Sage just prior to presstime Wed nesday, and it was learned from MAX. MIN. PR EC. her that Chet continues to show DATE gradual improvement. .03 31 38 Nov. 29 .20 23 35 Nov. 30 He has been a patient at the ... 23 40 Dec. 1 Veterans’ hospital in Boise ... 42 27 since suffering a severe heart Dec. 2 ... 47 32 Dec. 3 attack on Nov. 11. ... 32 53 Dec. 4 ... 49 36 Dec. 5 Margaret said that he is able ... -- 19 to sit in a chair for short per Dec. 6 iods of time, but will have to RESERVOIR STORAGE remain hospitalized for some 343,220 Acre Feet time. He is now in ward 5 at 12/4/67 276,650 Acre Feet 12/4/66 the VA hospital. stream in the eastern part of the state. The story of Frost’s oper ations is told in the December issue of TOGETHER magazine, which salutes him as an "Un usual Methodist.” The importance of his work is emphasized by the practice of the Amalgamated refinery at Nyssa, which delays issuing contracts to sugar beet growers until it studies his forecasts. The company signs up only those farmers whose lands will receive adequate water. The son of a minister, Frost is active both in RoseCity Park Methodist church in Portland and throughout the Oregon con ference of the Church. His wife Hazel is in charge of the audiovisual department at con ference headquarters. PARADE ROYALTY WEATHER THESE THREE NHS SENIOR GIRLS WILL BE RIDING ON the royal float in Nyssa’s annual Christmas parade to be staged Saturday. The young ladies are Queen Cathy Perdue (in center), and h<*r Princesses Diane Okano (on her right) and Christine Burningham. This photo should be in color. Cathy is wearing a gold-colored gown and holding long-stem med red roses. Diane’s dress is a delicate shade of pink and Chris is wearing a gown of deep-red. In addition to being selected for the royal title, Cathy received a $25 cash award from the Nyssa Jaycees, sponsors of the parade queen competition. Miss Perdue was crowned by Gary Ross, NHS student body president, during half-time ceremonies at the Saturday evening basketball game with Middleton on the Nyssa court. Monty Burbank, Jaycee president, presented her with the cash award and bouquet of roses. - Journal photo.