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k J1 Wi . Í Page Two Nyssa Gata City Journal .. Editor and Publisher Production Manager Office Manager. New» Social. Circulation Production Staff Production Staff DIRICK NEDRY ................ RUBEN LOPEZ .................. PAT SAVAGE MARGARET NEDRY.......... RUTH KLINKENBFRG LUCILLE CALLAHAN Published Every Thursday al Nyssa, Oregon 97913 Second class postage paid at Nyssa. Oregon 9791J under act of Congress of March 3. 1879 SUBSCRIPTION RATES Malheur County. Oregon, and Payette and Canyon Counties. Idaho; $ 6.00 .. . . $11.00 Elsewhere in the U.S.A. One Year Two Years One Year....................$ 7.00 Tw o Years $13.00 School Fire One Year Ago OBITUARIES TO EDITOR Church Directory MARGARET H. DILLEY Services for Margaret He len Dilley. 60. Vale, who died of natural causes Wednes day. May 28. 1975 at Malheur Memorial Hospital were conducted Saturday in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints in Vale by the Rev. Richard Scott of the First Christian Church. Inter ment was in Valley View Cemetery in Vale under the direction of the Lienkaemper Chapel of Nyssa. She was bom February 9, 1915, in Vale, and had lived here all her life. She married Edgar Dilley June 2. 1939. in Caldwell. She was a member of the PEO at Vale. Daugh ters of the Nile of Boise, and had operated a variety store tn Vale for more than 20 years. She was a Republican Central Committeewoman of Malheur County. She gra duated from Vale High School and had attended the Weiser Institute. At one time she had been employed in the Nyssa branch of the First National Bank. Surviving are her husband of Vale and a brother. William J. McNulty of Ontario. Just one year ago today (June Sth) Nyssa schools suffered their tragic, devastating fire. Much has been written and said about it in the ensuing year, but it seems appropriate to acknowledge the event and recap the progress made since. We have heard remarks that the school board has dragged its feet, or has been too slow, or things aren't happening fast enough. From the viewpoint of one who has been close to the action, we think that all concerned, including school district patrons, are doing a marvelous job. First of all. this isn’t an individual or private business who CLARENCE HIGHTOWER has been making decisions, but all of us, through our elected and appointed officials. These decisions have been made on Graveside services for Cla what is best for all the people of the entire school district. rence S. Hightower. 79. The goal has been to get the students back into the new Apple Valley, who died schools by September. 1976. Barring something unforeseen Friday, May 30. 1975 at his at this time, things are falling into place, on schedule, and home, were conducted Mon that goal will be met. day at the Nyssa Cemetery. Big decisions have been studied and made; fire insurance He moved to Apple Valley settlement, site selection, needs of the district for the next 50 in 1974 from Trout Creek. years, buildings required, selection of architects, plans, Montana. projections, you name it. Surviving are his wife. Financing, of course, was the biggest decision. Here it was Margaret of Apple Valley; up to the people and the people responded magnificently. We two sons. Calvin of Parma didn't settle for a stripped down, mediocre job. We approved and Collin of Idaho Falls; a a plan presented after many months of study by many people, daughter. Hollie Crickett of and we can look forward to the best school plant in the valley. Spokane; a sister. Mrs. Ruby We could have settled for less, but in the long run it would be Dickerson of Cliff, New more expensive and we would not have been satisfied. Mexico; a brother. Byron of We commend the school administration, school board, Van Nuvs. California; and budget board, building committee, architects and the many three grandchildren. individuals who have met at least every week, sometimes mote, in our behalf. That amounts to about 52 meetings, think of it! And for the school administrators, it has been an THANK YOU ! every-day chore in addition to running a school. The students and teachers should be commended, also. We wish to thank all our They had a good year under trying circumstances. This next friends, relatives, and Red's year will be the test, now that the novelty of traipsing all over working associates for all the town has worn off. They have to hang in there for one more past kindnesses, concerns year, but the effort will be worthwhile. and cares of these past 38 Sure, the school board might have speeded things up a years. All the prayers and month or two. but the goal is September. 1976, not June. And help given at the time of his when they have the job of spending about $4.5 million of our heart surgery have been truly money, and projecting our needs for the next several appreciated and. we're sure, generations, we think that acting responsibly and deliberately had lots to do in his will be to our advantage. wonderful recovery in enabl We have gone through a year of planning, demolition, and ing him to finish out his work sometimes despair. Now we can look forward to a year of to retirement. Also, thanks to building, and seeing the results of the plans and decisions as all for the nice retirement they fall into place. This year will be more fun! party in his honor and the nice gifts given him from all the employes of the Amal gamated Sugar Company. It Editor. The Journal: auctioned and Rusty Talbot has been a rewarding asso On behalf of the millions of of Nyssa purchased it for $24. ciation for both of us. children suffering from lung Mike Parker of Nyssa and May God truly bless each damaging diseases and the Virginia Baker of Adrian and every one of you. Oregon Chapter of the Cystic were the winners of the E. L. (Red) and Vera Fibrosis Foundation, we say quarters of beef. D. E. McCrady. "Thank you” to the people of Pickerall of Route #1, Home Malheur County. dale was the wmner if half a So many contributed ge beef. THANK YOU I nerously to the Cystic Fi A total of $589 has been brosis Benefit Dance, not raised to support our pro only in dollars but in valuable We wish to thank all of the grams of assistance and time and effort. We want to officers and the room mo education and to help na especially thank Melvin Wil thers for contributing cook tional programs of research son and the other members of ies; Fangen Floral for the and care, which ultimately “Sweet Country Flavor” for beautiful centerpiece; Job's benefit children with all providing the music; Sunset Daughters for the table cloths lung-damaging diseases. Market and Louis Stam for and the coffee maker; Mrs. Our progress is worthy of providing door prizes; Hop Dahl and her homemaking recognition and pride, and kins Wholesale Meats for classes for setting the table we thank our friends in butchering the beef; Bill and furnishing the punch Malheur County for helping Linville for cutting and wrap bowls; Home Dairies; and make it possible. ping the beef; and Owyhee each and everyone who Edna Stam. Chairman. Grocery for cutting and helped in any way to make Joan Stam. Vice-President the reception for the gradua freezing the beef. Selma Miller. Secretary The door prize of $25 worth ting class of 1975 so very Donna Webb. Treasurer of groceries was won by Pat successful. Wilma Powell. Pub. Ch. The Nyssa PTSA Edens of Ontario. He turned Lupe Castro. Soc. Ch. his prize back in to be LETTER Thursday, June 5, 1975 Nyssa Gate City Journal. Nyssa. Oregon United Methodist Church News The United Methodist Church Welcomes you. Sunday, June 8 ■ Sunday School. 9:45 a m. Morning Worship-mes sage by the Rev. Bob Hutchinson. Bible Study in the church parlor. 7:30 p.m. Thursday, June 5 • Birth day potluck dinner for all women of the church, at the church. Friday, June 6 • Bible study at Fem Adams' house. 9:30 a.m. Christian Church Sunday • Sunday School classes for all ages. 9:45 a.m. Morning Worship. II a.m. Wednesday - Choir prac tice. 7 p.m. Young people meeting. 7:30 p.m. Bible study for adults. 7:30 p.m. Friday - Good News Club, ages 4th to 6th grade. 3:30 p.m. The May 20 meeting of the CWF was held at the First Christian Church, with Pres- dent Nona Snodgrass pre siding. 17 members were present. Wanda Johnson opened the meeting with a prayer. The secretary's minutes were read and approved and the treasurer's report was pre sented. Also presented was a report for new officers by the nomination committee. The special speaker was Carolyn Kniefal. from Pa yette. former chairman of CBW. She is also an Outstanding Christian. Devotions were led by Hazel Smith and the meeting was closed with the CWF benediction. Nazarene Church News Sunday, June 8, Morning Prayer at the church. 7 a.m. Christian Education Clas ses, 9:45 a.m. Children's Church. 11 a.m. Worship service with mes sage by Pastor Russell, II a.m. Evening service in charge of the NWMS with Mrs. Edith Aman, presiding. 7:30 p.m. Menday, June 9-13, Vaca tion Bible School for junior age children. 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, June 10. Bible study and sharing group for teens and single young adults, at the George Knapp home, 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Juns 11, Bi ble study at the nursing home, 2:30 p.m. Prayer and bible study, 7:30 p.m. As yen stake y each day, be s room for Christ In year FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH NOTES Sunday, Juns 8 • Worship service. II a.m. Sunday School. 9 a.m. Faith Church Council, 12 a.m. Wednesday, June II • Grace Luther League. 8 p.m. Faith Ladies Luncheon. 12 noon. 9 Park Avenue Baptist Church Everyone is welcome to atiend services at this Bible teaching church. Sunday Services: Sunday school classes for all ages. 10 a.m. Worship Service in the Sanctuary with message by Pastor Chuck Williamson. II a.m. Christian Training Pro gram. 7 p.m. Evening Service • Mes sage and fellowship. 8 p.m. Wednesday, Bible Study and prayer with choir prac tice afterward, at Paul Penrod home. 617 North 2nd Street. 730 p.m. A friendly smile, a warm handshake and the words of the Lord await you at Park Avenue Baptist Church, on the corner of North Third Street and Park Avenue. St. Bridget’s Church News Saturday, Juns 7 - Mass. 7 p.m. Sunday, Juns 8 - Mais. 8 a.m. and 11 p.m. June 9-14 • Religious Va cation School at the church and hall for all students in grade 1-6. Three Benedictine Sisters will come from Mt. Angel. Oregon for the week. Thursday, June 12 • Tea cher's Appreciation Dinner. This will recognize their interest and work over the past. COMPLETING THE PATHFINDER PRO gram of the N az arene Church are these girls. Melanie Martin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dan Martin; Joy Ballou, daughter of Mr and Mrs. Elvin Ballou; and Becky Price, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. John Price. They were honored with a decorated cake and refreshments after the evening service Sunday. The girls are sixth graders, and completed the three-year program under the direction of their instructors. Jane Ballou and Rosemary Martin. Pathfinders are one step in the Nazarene Caravans. Keith and Diane Langley are Caravan directors. THANK YOU ! The Owyhee Riding Club wishes to thank the following business and persons for helping before and during the calf-toping. Sunday. May 18: Palmer's Equipment. B A M Equipment. Dessert Seed Co.. Stan Bybee. Gary Wilson. Gaiy Sparks. Jay Bybee. Kip Cindell. Virgil Osborn. Rick Wallace. Jeff Carrol and Cal Cleaver. The Owyhee Riding Club THANK YOU I Many thinks to all who helped to make the Brow nie Scout program so very successful this year for Brownie Scout Troop 4169 Mrs. Patricia Sims. Mrs. Nancy DeBoer. Mrs. Donna Webb. RETIRING AFTER 17 YEARS tn the Nyssa Schools ta Lucille Pett. shown here receiving a plaque from Jerry Sloan, president of the Nyssa Education Association. Mrs. Pett taught a total of 24 years in the elementary grades. She was honored at the annual end- of-school luncheon for teachers and school personnel last Friday. CASCADE STEEL & TIMBER STEEL BUILDINGS / We help you plan & design the building to fill your needs. “20 Years Of Experience" INTRODUCING NEW CONCEPT IN BULK ONION STORAGE CONVERT PRESENT BUILDINGS OR BUILD NEW. NO MORE CUTES, HYSTERS OR EXCESSIVE HANDUNG. (Continued From Page 7) to be remitted to Johnny Lister for an individual horoscope. The $5 should be sent to him at 447. 2401 S. Owyhee. Boise. ID 83705, along with birthdate, inclu ding time and place of birth. He will have the horoscopes charted and ready for use with the first class. 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