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Thursday, December 2, 1976 Nyssa Gate City Journal, Nyssa, Oregon Page Thirteen Circuit Writer ASC Committee By Dale Witt Election Ballots In Mail ASC committee election ballots have been mailed to all known eligible voter* in Malheur County according to an announcement made by Russell Fulleton. Chairman of the Malheur County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Service. To be elected this year, is one regular county committee- man and two alternate committeemen. Name* or this year* slate of nominee* are: Jay S. Bybee. Charles Farley, Russell Fulleton, Thomas L. Hinrich and Jim Nakano. Regular committeemen are elected for a three-year term and alternate* for one year. Present member* of the committee are Russell Fulle- ton. Vale, Blaine Girvm, Vale, and Elver E. Nielsen, Nyssa. Fulleton urge* all eligible voter* to mark their ballot* and timely return them in the postage free envelope. It is also important to pay close attention to the instruction* Immunization Mr. and Mr*. Don Linville were Thanksgiving dinner guest* of Mr. and Mr*. Max Linville in Adrian. Other guest* for dinner were Mr. and Mrs. Billy Linville. Mr. and Mr*. Louis Stam and boys, Pat Linville and family of Seattle and Edna Hartley. Mr. and Mr*. Irvin Topliff and Mrs. Alma Topliff of Nyssa were Thanksgiving dinner guest* of the formers son, Mr. and Mr*. Greg Topliff in Boise. Mr. and Mrs. R. D. McKinley went to La Grande Wednesday and spent Thanksgiving with their dau ghter. Mr. and Mrs. Jack Earnest and family. They were accompanied by Dr. and Mr*. Hugh Eddy and family of Caldwell. Mr. and Mrs. James McKinely and family were there from Albany. They returned home with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. R. D. McKinley on Friday and will spend the rest of their vacation at the McKinley ranch. Ross Mills was a Thanks* giving dinner guest of his sister. Mr. and Mrs. Roalnd Batt in Ontario. On the way home he stopped in Nyssa and visited Mr. and Mrs. Dick Labby. Mr. and Mrs. Dick Kriegh were Thanksgiving dinner guests of their son, Mr. and Mrs. Steve Kriegh in Home dale. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Johnson were also dinner guests. Mr. and Mrs. Clint Cham berlain and family visited her sister, Mr. and Mrs. Glen Green at Ontario on Thanks giving afternoon and also on the ballot. Any eleigible voter who ha* not received a ballot may obtain one at the county office. Voted ballots must be postmarked or received in this office not later than December 6. Participation in ASC elec tion* i* open to all farmer* regardless of race, religion, »ex, color, or national origin. Result* of the election will be tabulated December 10, with the newly elected committeeman to take office January 1, 1977. Cottrell Returns to Nyssa Post Office Melvin Cottrell has re lumed to duty in the Nyssa Post Office after spending six months at the post office in Hagerman. Idaho. Cottrell was in charge of the office at Hagerman until a new postmaster was appointed there. Amalgamated Sugar Declares Dividend Clinic Cancelled The Malheur County Hea lth Department states that the monthly immunization dine will not be held in Nyssa during December. This clinic has been held every month st the Eagles Hall, however this building is no longer avail able for this program. As soon as a suitable location can be found, the monthly clinic will resume. At it* regularly sche duled meeting today, the Board of Directors of The Amalgamated Sugar Com pany declared common stock dividend No. 147 amounting to 75c per share on stock payable on February 1. 1977 to stockholders of record on January 14. 1977, The announcement was made by Chairman of the Board and President A. E. Benning. their guests, Mr. and Mr*. Walter Mendenhall and fa mily of Willamina, Oregon and Mr. and Mrs. Mark Bake and daughter Sonya of Provo, Utah. Mr. and Mrs. Clint Cham berlain and family were Thanksgiving dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Chamberlain and Jed and Mr. and Mrs. Tunis Garner and Ginny and Tom Daniel son of Homedale were evening dinner guests in the Leon Chamberlain home. Mr. Leo Fife and daughter Toni Mendenhall of Ontario visited in the Clint Chamber- lain home Friday afternoon. Mrs. Frankie Warden wa* a Thanksgiving dinner guest at the home of Gene Worden. Tom and Ginny Danielson of Homedale were Friday overnight guests of Mr. and Mrs. Leon Chamberlain. Mr. and Mrs. Leon Cham berlain. Mr. and Mrs. Clint Chamberlain and famly and Mr. and Mrs. Paul Butler and Megan Rochells of Fruitland had a birthday suprise party for Mrs. Tunis Gamer at their home in Homedale Sunday afternoon. Thanksgiving dinner guests of Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Simpson were Mr. and Mrs. Richard Fenn and family of Quincy, Wash.; Douglas Fenn of Quincy; Mr. and Mrs. Ken Dalyen and family of Ontario; Mrs. Edith Fenn and Mrs. Ida Fenn. Afternoon callers were Mrs. Carlene Savage and girls, Mrs. Wesley Walker, Mrs. Dan Martin and baby and Mr. and Mrs. Gene Simpson and girls. We've got ’em! And they’re all John Deere quality! Pedal-Driven Riding Tractor Delight a little one with this quality pedal tractor! Authentic John Deere design guarantees hours and houifc of imagined adventures, years and years of happy play. Sure toexcite every child on your list, and there's a trailer for it. too! JOHN DEERE TOYS ARE MADE TO LAST... ONE OF THE BEST TOY VALUES YOU CAN BUY' Mr. and Mr*. Richard Fenn and family of Quincy, Wash, spent Friday with the Alfred Simpsons. Mr. and Mrs Bill Holdt of Camas, Wash were afternoon caller* Mrs. Alfred Simpson and Mrs. Ida Fenn called on Mrs. Edith Fenn Friday evening. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Schutte went to Eden, Idaho and were guests of her brother, Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Bruns for Thanksgiving re turning home Friday evening Mrs. Leonard Schutte at- atended a tupper ware party Wednesday evening at the home of Linda Simpson, other* attending from this area were Mrs. Wlson and Mr*. Bill Webb. There is a monstrous plot before us! Somewhere, some one has plotted to become... "The Hider". "The Hider” has the following accomplish ments to his (or her) credit: 1. Yesterday, today and probably tomorrow, "The Hider" has, is and probably will, arrange the various newspapers in such a way that the comic section, without a doubt the most important part of any paper, will be hidden somewhere between the latest in recipes and football scores. This has resulted in a daily frantic search for "Peanuts’ by the peanuts gallery; 2. Every year, the I.R.S. advertizes a simplified form (short) for doing income taxes. Every year "The Hider” manages to keep this advancement from the public- 3. "The Hider” always sneaks about in such a way so that the score from your favorite school’s bailgame is omitted from the 10 o'clock news; 4. Somehow, the methods are beyond me, the scheming "Hider" always get* me to throw away a slip of paper. unused for years. on a Monday, and then makes possession of that slip’s information essential on Wed nesday, with the trash collectors coming on Tuesday. 5 “The Hider’s” most monstrous deed, which nearly succeeded this year, was to hide Thanksgiving in the midst of Santa Claus, football and the new name for that day, "Turkey Day.” "The Hider” must be a turkey to be so bold! I warn you of this, because 1 have heard rumor* that "The Hider” is seeking to hide Christmas, this year. That is, he or she at least hopes to hide the real meaning of the season. From the looks of things, so far, “The Hider” might have a shot at it, unless we do something about it. Be on the lookout for "The Hider." Warn your friends about him (or her). Most of all, hang onto the meaning of Christ mas, never letting it out of your sight. If we lose the love of Christmas what have we got left? Are You in Compliance With the LAW? There has probably never been a single act passed by our legislature that interferes in the daily lives of people more than the Oregon Safe Employment Act and OSHA It not only prescribes the type of tools and equipment you have and use but prescribes your conduct and work habits as well. All agricultural employers, workmen and other persons shall obey and comply with these rules and regulations and shall abide by all safety orders issued by the Board or its authorized representatives (33-1-2); however, no fines or sanctions are provided for employees. (CAR ch. 436, part II) If an employee fails to obey and comply with the rules, the employer is cited and fined, not necessarily the person responsible for the unlawful act. On the other hand, stopping at a stop sign or red light is a long established safety regulation and the present procedure is that the operator of the vehicle that fails to stop is a long established safety regulation and the present procedure is that the operator of the vehicle that fails to stop is given the citation and fine, not the person that he is working for. This new law, with its own “in house” judicial system, sets a dangerous precedent. The Workmen’s Compensation Board reserves the right of inspection and examination at any time. (33-1-4) The law provides that no person shall be given advance notice of any inspection including inspections to be conducted under an inspection warrant. (46-315) The purpose of this law is to trap employers in violations, not to help and co-operate with employers in order to correct or elimirate potential hazards. This procedure is reminiscent of the Gestapo, not the American spirit of freedom and cooperation The law provides that an employee, prospective employee, representative of an employee or "a person” (46-620) may notify the Workmen's Compensation Board of a hazard and the complaint must be referred to'a compliance officer for action (OARch 436, part III) Not only does the complaintant have the right to be advised of the agency's action on his complaint but his identity must be kept in confidence if he so requests. (46-630) The people who put this in the rules obviously were not interested in safety. It could be used by unions to harass non union shops and jobs It could be used by a business such as a garage, lumber yard, etc. to cause trouble for a com petitor or possibly put him out of business. A farmer who didn't like his neighbor could notify the board of hazards on his farm such as; Deep holes, large rocks or obstructions to a clear view in his driveway. (33-2-96, 97, 98) Bridges, culverts and roadways not wide enough to insure safe passage and operation of equipment, and not designed, constructed and maintained to safely support the heaviest expected load. (33-2-99) Working and storage areas not kept free of obstructions, accumulated material and debris that constitute a hazard from tripping, slipping, fire, explosion or pest harborage (33-2-107) Supports of fuel tanks not protected against collision damage (33-3-21) Electrical wiring not in accordance with the National Electrical Code. Wheelbarrows, when not in use, not properly stored- left in such a position that they can tip or fall over or roll-thereby endangering other workmen (33-9-44) Field and farmstead equipment not guarded by means of covers, shields, standard railings, or other methods as permitted by the code so as to prevent accidental contact with moving parts. (33-10-6) Not storing, when not in use. fiber rope under cover in clean, dry, well-ventilated place. (33-11-42) Ladders not kept coated with a suitable protective material. (33-19-50) Ladders without a uniform step; rung or cleat spacing exceeding 12 inches; the distance at the top between the rails less than 15 inches or more than 20 inches; or violations of the 90 other rules for ladders and scaffolds (33-19-54 thru 69) Not using approved factory-made attachments or fasteners with tackle and hoisting equipment. (33-11-25) Fire extinguishers not provided or not plainly labeled to the class of fire, etc. and not inspected at intervals of not more than one year by a person fully qualified in fire extinguisher maintenance and repair and securely tagged showing inspection, maintenance and recharge dates and signature of the person who performed the service. (33-3- 44.51) Compressed air used for cleaning purposes with a pressure level of more than 30 PSI. (33-5-19) Workmen using compressed air to clean clothing being worn. (33-5-20) Hand-held electric-powered tools not provided with a 3-conductor power supply cord. (33-6-22) Not checking to see that employees personal protective equipment is kept dean and sanitary, boots, leggings, caps, hard hats, hair nets, etc. (33-7-13) Workmen with long hair that might be caught in equipment not wearing hair nets or other protection (33-7-22) Workmen not wearing footwear suitable for the work conditions. (33-7-30) Not providing adequate means of access so employees can safely reach the top of loads for manual loading or unloading (33-8-32) Not warning employees riding on vehicles to sit down in safe place, away from the edge, and to hold on to a secure hand hold when crossing corrugations or ditches. (33-8-25) Not having a designated lie-down space not used for storage or any other purpose that would make it unavailable for immediate use. (22-65-5) Not having a qualified first-aid-person available immediately in the event of need. (22-65-4) Not having an emergency medical plan (22-65-6) Having a cold beer during the working day is strictly prohibited. (1-2-11) If you object to having your tax money spent to enforce this law you can take the following action: 1 Write or call your legislator and congressmen and tell them what you think of the law. 2. Post a sign on your property that reads: NO SAFETY INSPECTORS ALLOWED ON THESE PREMISES WITHOUT A WARRANT SERVED BY THE SHERIFF (Available from the Farm Bureau office in Ontario or from Phillip Geertson. Box 322, Adrian. Oregon 97901) 3 Attend the hearing concerning the citation and orders given to Phillip Geertson on Sept 24. 1976, i.e remove hand grease gun from truck cab. The date and place will be announced later. 4 Send the pledge printed below to help pay the legal fees in testing the constitutionality of the Oregon Safe Em ployment Act. Contributors to n ewspaper ad Toy Bulldozer with Winch for the "mover” on your list. Toy Excavator for special sandbox fun. Toy Planter Don Strickland Jack Stansell Reed Larsen Ross Corn Garold Johnston Shigeo Fujikawa F. L. Wood, Jr. T. D. Teter Dean Vance Carl Hill Douglas Pfeiler E. H.Brandt George Schiemer Dan Land Ronald Rollins Robert Webb Gayle Martin D. E. Pickrel Ben Rollins Pete Rathbone John Turner Dick Fry, Jr. Gerald Condra Leonard Weber L. E. Phillips Virgil Story for the would-be farmer Toy Combine authentic in every detail I Historic Tractors trace history in 7 models The Christmas Spot for Toys, Tools, Bikes, Lawn and Garden Equipment, Barbecue ^Grills and a lot more. Come in today! Jack Crawford George Smith Ray Huter Masa Nishihara Orlee Sipes B. B Burroughs Kenneth Price David Beebe Sam Fujishin Ron Zerbel Hans Gotsch William Reiman Robert Laubacher Steve Land William Panike Momaro Wakasugi George Morishige Ted Avery Floyd Hawkins Vernon Parker Sam Hartley David Hill John Fahrenbruch Donald Brewer Phillip Geertson Ernie Seuell CLIP AND RETURN Conditioned on the sum of $20,000 being pledged in the iden tical manner as this pledge. I will pay to the Committee for a Reasonable Safety Law, (Phillip Geertson. Ernie Seuell. and Orlee Sipes trustees), the amount stated opposite my signature on or before January 1, 1977. PLEDGE This fund is to be used for the payment of the time and expenses of safety experts, lawyers, court costs and related charges in litigating the validity of part or all of the Oregon Safe Employment Act. Except for payment of the pledge no further conditions or obligations are imposed or implied by this pledge. In case of insufficient funds being raised all pledges will be returned to the individual donors. 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