6-28-2006 - New Plymouth News

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New Plymouth, ID 83655
Sheriff Huff Responds to Community Concerns
By Payette County Sheriff Chad Huff
I have been asked to write a short column about the “new nuisance ordinance” that
pertains to the unincorporated areas of Payette County. First off, I want to start by
saying “thanks” for the comments concerning my past columns. I understand it was
well-received and hopefully it was informational and not too boring.
The Payette County Nuisance Ordinance was changed in effect to assist the Sheriff’s
Office and the Prosecuting Attorney’s Office in enforcing the ordinance. The actual
substance of the ordinance has remained virtually the same. With this being said, the
first portion of the ordinance is the definitions. Section 4-1-1 defines what a “farm
vehicle” is, an “implement of husbandry,” and “nuisance.” I believe most of us know
what a farm vehicle or an implement of husbandry is, so I won’t waste time explaining
the meaning of these terms. “Nuisance” is described as anything which is injurious to
the health or morals, or is indecent or offensive to the senses of any person, or which
is so offensive to the senses or such an obstruction of the free use of property as to
interfere with the comfortable enjoyment of life and property by the neighborhood,
community or members of the public. The term is further defined so as to include, but is
not limited to, the specific nuisances set forth in section 4-1-3.
Unlicensed or unregistered or inoperable vehicles or any part thereof shall be
considered a nuisance. This includes farm vehicles, implements of husbandry,
lawnmowers, golf carts, etc. There is a complete list attached to this portion of the
ordinance which can be viewed at the website provided at the end of this column.
Salvage or junk yards without proper fencing; depositing of foul or offensive
substances; cellars, vaults, privies, etc; burned or unfinished structures, building
materials, garbage and trash are the remaining nuisances defined in section 4-1-3.
Liability: Any person who owns, creates, maintains, or any person who knowingly
permits a nuisance to be created, maintained or exist on premises owned by him/her
under his/her control shall be liable and may be charged with a violation of this chapter.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Big Nasty Hill Climb
p2
Kiwanis Notes p3
Mayor’s Message
p3
Senior Corner p 4 & 14
Short Bass Cost Man Privileges
p4
Event Calendar p4
Von Continues
p5
Weather Forecast
p6
Idaho Fish & Game
p7
Valley Health p8
City Library Corner
p9
A Land All Up and Down
p 10
Grandson Helps Finish Lodge
p 11
Tales of Old New Plymouth
p 12
On the Rodeo Trail
p 13
Restaurant Review p 14
Local Legislators in the News p 15
Obituary
p 15
Classifieds p 16-17
Church News p 18
Notices, Responses
p 19
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 2006
Now that we know what a nuisance is, I would like to share with you my plans on
enforcing the ordinances. For your information, the nuisance abatement section is 4-1-5
of the Payette County Ordinance Manual.
The first step in the abatement process is to notify the person(s) who are in violation
of this ordinance and ask them to abate the nuisance. If this person(s) fail to comply
within a reasonable amount of time, a 10-day abatement notice will be issued. After the
10-day period has expired, the person(s) may receive a misdemeanor citation and/or the
county may abate the nuisance and remove it at the expense of the property owner. This
doesn’t necessarily mean the ordinance officer is going to show up and serve you with
a 10-day abatement notice. The ordinance officer will have discretion and can provide
more time as needed to complete the abatement. As we all know, there are many
ordinance violations throughout the county, and some of these nuisances will require
more time to abate. This will be determined on a case-by-case basis.
The Payette County Sheriff’s Office has a new ordinance officer. His name is Deputy
Ryan Bertalotto, and he is currently being trained by a field training supervisor. Upon
completion of his training, he will be tasked to enforce the ordinances of Payette
County and within the incorporated area of New Plymouth. He has been in contact with
different scrap metal businesses and has information for citizens who may not be able
to abate nuisances. The scrap yards can assist with this process.
If you have questions or would like to make a nuisance complaint, please call the
Payette County Sheriff’s Office and speak with the dispatch center. They in turn will
take the complaint and give it to Deputy Bertalotto for follow-up investigation.
The Payette County Ordinance Manual is on line at: www.sterlingcodifiers.com or
at the Payette County Sheriff’s Office in hardback. If you need a copy of a certain ordinance or information regarding these ordinances, please contact Deputy Bertalotto.
Thanks again for allowing me to provide some information and hopefully dispel any
rumors that may have been circulated because of the nuisance ordinance. Have a great
summer and stay safe!
New Plymouth’s just blooming!
From the lovely garden in front
of City Hall to the colorful barrel
planters outside the downtown
shops, a walk down Plymouth
Avenue is a summertime treat!
ISSUE 127
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The Big Nasty – Way More than a Hill Climb
The Big Nasty Hill Climb , set for July 15-16 at Willow Creek just outside New Plymouth, features big bikes competing for the $20,000 Pro Purse. That’s excitement enough – but live concerts
and a Poker Run add to the fun.
Live concerts will rock the night both Friday and Saturday. “Sounds of the Big Nasty” on Friday
features “Thoughtless People” at 6 p.m., followed by “Gravity Gircle” and “Fix 8.” At 6 pm on
Saturday, “Fix 8” takes the stage again, followed by “Black Tooth Grin” and Boise’s own rock
legend “Midline.” The Hill Climb is sponsored by Maddhatters MC and Harley Davidson.
Additional information is available at the website, bignastyhillclimb.com.
The Big Nasty Poker Run on Saturday takes off from the Broadway Bar in Boise, and races
through Meridian, Eagle, Star and Caldwell, ending up at the hill climb site. Entry fee is just $25,
and the best hand at the Hill is worth $500. For more information on the Poker Run, contact Jay at
The Maddhatters at (208) 867-4144, or the website at [email protected].
For any child
1-18 years old,
Monday thru Friday
(except holidays)
Fruitland City Park:
11:30-12:15 (May 30 – June 29)
New Plymouth Kiwanis Park:
11:45-12:30 (June 5 – June 29)
Payette Kiwanis Park:
12:00-1:00 (May 30 – July 14)
Sponsored by Payette School District Food
Service & USDA Program
(USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.)
NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS ISSUE 127
The Kiwanis Club of New Plymouth
Kiwanis Meeting Notes from June 19, 2006:
Please Note: The Senior Center will be closed July 3rd
in observance of Independence Day.
Our guest today was Luke Harris, son of Brian,
and our speaker today was Brad Johnson of Select
Properties.
Brad Thompson from Select Properties and a member
of Ontario’s “Toastmasters” was our guest speaker
today. He came with great enlightenment relating
life to cycling. He discovered reclaiming his youth
on a bike was not going to work, yet there are many
life lessons that can be learned. His historic 50-mile
bike ride opened his mind to the great meaning of
accomplishment through persistence.
Ryan Kerby reminded us all it is time to start signing
up for Fair booth workers once more. This year’s dates
will be August 9, 10, 11, and 12. Youth clubs wanting
to support the Kiwanis food booth at the Fair or anyone
else wanting to spend a few hours of fun, please call
Ryan at 278-5740.
Jim & Jennie Callis are working hard on the skateboard
park. They are talking with other successful skateboard
parks in surrounding cities. The ball-park figure is
narrowed down, yet final park plans are still in progress.
To help raise monies for this adventure, Kiwanis Club is
collecting empty ink cartridges for recycling. Call
278-3335 for more details. The newspaper recycling
bin is down at the post office, and a website has
been donated where they hope to set up “Paypal” for
people to make donations. (Keep an eye out for more
information on the website and donations.)
CONGRATULATIONS!
Riding his bike to the top of the hill took two tries.
The first, walking more than riding. The second, making
obtainable goals as he marked his way up the hill. When
reaching the top, all these “next times” kept running
through his head: warmer weather, needs the camera,
being in better shape, when the reality of what he was
missing hit him: Look at this beautiful vista! Taking in
his accomplishment of reaching the top of the hill.
Many more analogies followed. He had never realized
how bike-riding could be so closely related to life. Like
anticipating the next house where a dog may come out
and bite at his heels. Instead of worrying about what
The future bridegroom is the son of
Larry Korell and Kathy Korell-Jensen,
both of Emmett. He is a 2001 graduate
of Emmett High School. He is currently
employed by Korell Outfitters.
The wedding is planned for July 1,
2006, in Emmett. The newlyweds will
make their home in Emmett.
Brad is also a big supporter of Toastmasters, which
meets every Thursday at noon at TVCC in Ontario,
Weise Building, Room #4. Bring your own lunch, and
all are welcome to join.
There will be no Kiwanis meeting on Monday, July 3.
Have a safe and wonderful 4th of July!
Mayor’s Message
The City is now entering its budget planning stage.
For the next two weeks the City Council and City
employees will be meeting again to plan the fiscal
budget for the City for the next year. For two years
in a row the City Council has balanced the budget
without an increase in taxes. It is my hope that we
can continue that trend of fiscal responsibility this
year.
Cody Joe Korell and Dali Rae Jayo are
happy to announce their engagement
and upcoming wedding. The future bride
is the daughter of Raymond Jayo and
Jackie Jayo, both of New Plymouth.
She is a 2002 graduate of New Plymouth High School. She is currently employed at the City of New Plymouth.
he could not control, he needed to just get in stride
and enjoy the ride. Bike-riding, like life, can be a pain
in the bottom, but there is still lots to learn and enjoy.
Brad asked us to take a look at the word “recreation”
or is it “REcreation”? We can create recreation of bikeriding, playing ball, watching TV, or we can Recreation
- create recreation. Take ownership of whatever you do
and want to be.
One of things you can expect to probably come out
of that planning is an inflationary increase in water
and sewer rates. It was my expectation that instead
of huge rate increases every 10 years, we plan on
increasing our water and sewer fees by the
Consumer Price Increase (CPI) that the federal
government publishes every year. Last year it raised
water and sewer rates by a little over 30 cents per
month.
On the horizon we have the water and sewer bond
that we are going to need to do in order to drill
the well and hook the well into our current water
system. In addition, we have a couple of major
replacement projects on sewer we need to get taken
care of, and there is no reason to do a separate bond
for it as that would just increase the cost. Because of
our lack of growth in water and sewer users in the
city, it means that you can again plan on a substantial increase in your water and sewer bill to pay off
the bond—that is the bad news. In working with the
utility bonding companies, their first comment to
us was that our water and sewer rates are too low to
sustain the system, meaning we are taking in enough
to keep it operating but not enough to update and fix
the system over the time. They asked us to double our
rates, which we felt was unreasonable, but as we study
rates of surrounding cities we are learning that our rates
are unnaturally low or, as some other people called it,
“Cheap.” Now, I have no desire to see water rates the
same as the big cities have, but we are going to have to
do something when we bond for the Arsenic fix. There
will be many public hearings on this issue in the future,
but I want you as citizens informed of what will be
happening over the next couple of years, so that you
can start to plan for some of these changes now.
Have a safe & happy
4th of July!
New Plymouth Resident now working at ReMax!
ISSUE 127
NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS The Senior Corner
We had a very good turn-out for “All Town Yard Sale” at the New
Plymouth Senior Center on June 17. Max and the Center would like to
thank all who helped to put it all together Friday and Saturday. Blanche
Lytle was in charge of the baked food table, Helen White and Emma
Linder were taking in all the “Loot,” Judy, Carol and Jessica were our
“Gophers” (go for this and go for that,). Max’s grandson Cody worked
his tail off helping with the BBQ. Then they had Dody and Denise
fattening everybody up with delicious donuts and cinnamons rolls.
Man, were they good! Then we have John Lytle guarding all the baked
food. Without all the support from the seniors and the community,
festivities like this would not be possible. Thank You!!!
Senior Center Menu
Thurs., June 29
Roast Pork with all the
Trimmings
CLOSED July 3-4
Thurs., July 6
Baked Ham, Scalloped Potatoes,
Buttered Peas, Carrot Salad,
Bread & Butter, Dessert, Coffee,
Tea or Milk
Friday Breakfast Menu
Pancakes, Toast, Bacon, Sausage,
Eggs, Hash-Brown Potatoes,
Choice of Fruit, Orange Juice, V-8
Juice, Coffee, Tea, Milk, or Hot
Chocolate
Community Events
Wednesday, June 28
Western Dance, 6-9 pm, Senior Center
Sunday, July 2
Alcoholics Anonymous Open Meeting, 6 pm, Senior Center
Monday, July 3
Priscilla Rebekah Lodge, 1 pm, IOOF
City Council, 7 pm , City Hall
No Kiwanis meeting
Tuesday, July 4
Independence Day
Wednesday, July 5
Monday, July 10
Kiwanis, 12 noon, Senior Center
Wednesday, July 12
Thursday, July 13
Oddfellows, 8 pm, 4167 SW 2nd Avenue
Saturday & Sunday, July 15-16
Big Nasty Hill Climb, Big Willow Road
August 9-12
Payette County Fair
County Fairgrounds in New Plymouth
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NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS A Utah man will have the next three years to ponder the bargain that is a $26 fishing
license.
Christopher Berry, 31, of Hill Air Force Base won’t be able to fish or hunt in Idaho
for the next three years and must pay $894 in fines, court costs and civil penalties,
as well as forfeit two sturgeon rods following a Memorial Day weekend fishing
excursion on C.J. Strike Reservoir. Among other violations, Berry failed to purchase a
fishing license (actual cost: $25.75) prior to the outing.
When contacted on the reservoir by Fish and Game conservation officers Matt
O’Connell and Bill London, Berry was actively fishing with three poles (another
violation – any one person can fish with only two poles except during ice fishing) and
told the officers that he had not yet purchased a fishing license. He did explain that
two of the rods were being used to fish for sturgeon, while the other was being used to
catch smaller fish to be used as sturgeon bait.
One of the sturgeon rods had a large piece of smallmouth bass attached to a barbed
sturgeon hook (another violation – sturgeon can only be fished for using barbless
hooks). Upon further investigation, the officers discovered that Berry had one eightinch smallmouth bass on a stringer, and another bass of similar size cut up for sturgeon
bait (still another violation – general fishing rules apply at C.J. Strike, including a 12inch minimum size for smallmouth bass).
When the investigation wrapped up, Berry packed the following paperwork home
with him: two misdemeanor citations for fishing without a valid license and for
possession of undersized bass, and two infraction citations for using a barbed hook for
sturgeon and for fishing with three fishing poles.
Appearing in Elmore County court on June 14, Berry pled guilty to the two
misdemeanor charges. Magistrate David C. Epis handed down a stiff sentence which
included a $300 fine for each of the two misdemeanor violations, a $100 civil penalty
for the two short bass, court costs of $80 and $57 for each of the two infractions. In
addition, Judge Epis revoked Berry’s fishing and hunting privileges for three years and
ordered Berry to surrender his two sturgeon rod and reel combos worth about $200.
The combined cost of a fishing license and a two-pole permit is $39.50.
ISSUE 127
VON CONTINUES
By Von Gail Hamilton from her Dec 2004 book ON LEAVING
The day we moved to the farm was a red-letter day. If you could stand the termites that
marched as a mob across the slanted dining room floor twice a year to dive back into
a space between the boards to find more cellar beams to devour; if you could stand the
kitchen with 6 doors opening out of it which required many runs around and around the
kitchen table to prepare a meal - - (Sigh!). Whoever had remodeled the house certainly
didn’t consult a woman. Also, along those same kitchen walls was a chimney that
jutted out into the room. Obviously a coal cook stove was used by the last inhabitants,
an old man and woman who, it was said, moved their beds into the kitchen and closed
off the rest of the house during the winter months. Oh well, at least we didn’t have to
think about moving again very soon. There was a coal furnace now. The kitchen had
been painted a bilious green with white trim around all the various doorways - the back
door, laundry room door, pantry door, bathroom door, dining room door and lastly – the
cellar door. I’ve listed them in case the reader can’t imagine a kitchen with so many
doorways. Otherwise, the wallpaper in the rest of the house was filthy. For the life of
me I couldn’t see evidence of remodeling.
I set to work painting the walls a light turquoise just as soon as I was able to filch a
couple of bucks from my snoring, drunken husband. I planted a garden and learned
how to home-can food. It was a unique challenge, a totally new experience, but I was
determined to be a good farm wife. I scrubbed and scoured and washed windows. My
home was littered with second-hand furniture and no window coverings. Really didn’t
matter since we had no close neighbors. Ah, well, maybe now Short will be a happy
man. He certainly hadn’t seemed happy for some time. What was it about bringing a
baby into the world that brought such a change in a man? Hopefully, the next baby I
produced would be wanted by someone other than me.
Grocery shopping once a month was perhaps my biggest challenge. We were also
feeding his Dad, since he was alone in the big house on the farm. Short had adopted
Ardy before she went to school so her last name could be the same as ours. I was
grateful to him for that. I wasn’t aware that his contact with her would be non-existent;
that he would look at her and right through her. I didn’t become really sure of it until
he would come into the house and announce, “Tell Ardy to blah, blah, blah.” I would
suggest he tell her himself since she was in the room. He would repeat what he’d just
said - all without looking in her direction. This didn’t change over the years and I
mistakenly thought I could make up for it with my own behavior towards her.
I’d been trying for days, while putting this book together from excerpts of my journals,
to remember how I finally summoned the courage to leave Short that first time. How
did I assemble the money I needed to make the break? The facts came back to me in the
middle of the night. I’ll tell you about it later, but first I want to talk a little more about
the farm.
Although it seemed to be one challenge after another, I loved the country life, the lack
of heavy traffic whizzing by, fun times with the children, the stretching of unknown
talents. Short had prepared the ground over by his Dad’s place and I had planted
everything I could think of. We had half of the garden in sweet corn. As a child I’d
never gotten my fill of sweet corn. I could hardly wait.
Short and his Dad would do morning chores, come in to breakfast and disappear,
only to reappear at noon already smelling of beer. There was a well-stocked fridge
in the machine shop. They would disappear again but by supper-time they were both
sloshed. The children and I would often have to slip over to the big barn and let the big
Holsteins in to feed the Angus calves in their individual pens. We had heard the cows
bawling clear over to our house. I was glad each knew exactly where to go and stand
until Ardy or I opened the gate to that particular spot. Then back home to continue
getting supper ready to feed the two drunks, who were just sober enough to know
which chair to park themselves in to eat. The food I’d so carefully grown and cared for
was shoveled into their faces without comment. I knew I was becoming a pretty good
cook and baker, considering I only shopped once a month. After the evening meal,
Short always had to “see a fellow.” He would return when Higg’s Inn closed at 2 a.m. I
knew he wasn’t cheating since he always went in his work clothes and smelled like cow
manure or sour ensilage.
Jams and jellies lined the basement shelves with quarts and quarts of home-canned
green beans, peas with carrots, layered vegetable soup mix, peaches, plums, tomatoes,
even a crock of sauerkraut and, of course, corn. Ah, yes, the CORN STORY must be
told. I had gathered my mother-in-law’s Mason jars, scrubbed and scalded them, used
her pressure cooker and followed the timing instructions to the letter. What a sense of
satisfaction. Pride. Quite an accomplishment for this city girl. I’m saving the CORN
STORY for next week’s installment.
You will laugh at the hilarious results of my 24 gorgeous pints of corn.
Von Gail Hamilton was born in Ohio and lived in Utah and Arizona before moving to
Idaho seven years ago. Her weekly contributions to the New Plymouth News began
in August 2004, with a “thank-you” from her blind dachshund, Junior, who appreciated
the kindness of his New Plymouth neighbors. Junior addressed the community for
about 26 weeks. When he ran out of material, Von began publishing excerpts from the
many books she has written. She has submitted more than 90 columns. And so Von
continues...
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ISSUE 127
NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS WEATHER FORECAST
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IDAHO FISH & GAME NEWS
Super Hunt Drawing Winners
Winners in the first of two Idaho Super Hunt drawings
were picked June 15.
Applications were drawn by Idaho Fish and Game Director Steve Huffaker and Commissioner John Watts with
assistance from one of the crowd of hunters in attendance
in the Trophy Room at Fish and Game headquarters at
600 S. Walnut in Boise.
One Super Hunt Combo application was drawn that entitles the winner to hunt for one each elk, deer, antelope
and moose. Twenty–five other winners were picked for
single species with tags for eight elk, eight deer and
eight antelope hunts as well as one moose hunt included.
Winners can participate in any open hunt this fall, following the rules for the hunts they choose, for example,
archery–only or muzzleloader–hunts. Results are subject
to verification of eligibility.
The winners are:
Combo:
Alfredo Julian, Vancouver, WA
Deer:
Monte Stadler, Eagle
Ray Waterbury, Caldwell
Brett Benson, Lewiston
Cory Kondeff, Star
Robert Wisener, Spring Ck, NV
Ron Palmer, Ashton
John Gustin, Emmett
Ron Santucci, Eagle
Elk:
David A. Hale, Cloverdale, OR
Jeff Kimpson, Eagle
Troy Taws, Marysville, CA
Billy Dyer, Mtn Home
Dave Pinther, Rupert
Frank Blum, Orangeville, IL
Tory Omlin, Middleton
Mike Loree, Nampa
Pronghorn:
Terrence Lamb, Sagle
Gus Kohntopp, Boise
Ronald Moon, Okanogan, WA
Cory Kondeff, Star
Norman Hallett, Rupert
Nick Crocolice, Melba
David Somers, Redding, CA
Rob McGarvin, Boise
Moose:
Larry Lemons, Fruitland
A second drawing will be August 15. Applications for
two elk, two deer, two antelope and one moose along
with another Super Hunt Combo will be drawn. Applications for the second Super Hunt and Super Hunt Combo
drawing must be received at Fish and Game no later than
August 10. Mail your applications to IDFG License Section, P.O. Box 25, Boise, ID 83707.
Applications are available online at: http://fishandgame.
idaho.gov/superhunt/, at license vendors and Fish and
Game offices, or by phone at 800–554–8685 or 800–
824–3729.
Money from the sale of applications for the Super Hunt
– described as “the hunt of a lifetime” – supports the
Access Yes! program, which compensates landowners
to provide hunter and angler access to or across private
land. This year the program includes 102 properties
available, opening 620,215 acres of private land and
access to an additional 689,030 acres of public land for
hunting and fishing.
For information about this program contact local Fish
and Game officials or visit the Website at: http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/ifwis/huntplanner/accessyesguide.aspx.
South Fork Salmon Season to Open
The Idaho Fish and Game Commission in a telephone
conference call on the morning of the first day of summer, June 22, adopted a summer Chinook salmon season
on the South Fork of the Salmon River, starting June 29.
The commissioners also agreed to close the spring Chinook season on the Lower Salmon River two days early
at the end of fishing on Saturday June 24 to leave a few
more fish for anglers in the Little Salmon River.
The recommendation to open the South Fork to salmon
fishing is based on a forecast that 2,500 to 3,100 summer Chinook raised at the McCall Hatchery will return
to Idaho. Idaho Department of Fish and Game fish
managers estimate that 40 to 75 percent of the run has
passed Bonneville Dam. Season adjustment will be made
depending on how far along that range the run is, anadromous fish manager Sharon Kiefer told commissioners.
If the run is closer to the 75 percent crossing Bonneville,
the season may not materialize. But she thinks it still is
closer to 50 percent along.
The McCall hatchery broodstock goal is 1,300 fish. That
leaves an estimated 1,200 to 1,800 fish to be split among
state and tribal fisheries.
Chinook Season Closed on the Clearwater
The Idaho Department of Fish and Game closed the
spring Chinook sport fishing season on the Clearwater
River, including the mainstem, the North Fork and the
South Fork, on June 13, more than a month earlier than
expected.
Fishery managers determined that the spring Chinook
run to the Clearwater River would be lower than forecast
and that the harvestable surplus had been caught. Based
on earlier estimates when the season opened, it was set to
run through July 31.
With a late start to the spring Chinook run, the season
opened May 20 and ran four days each week–Friday
through Monday–giving anglers a short season. Sport
anglers caught and kept an estimated 793 fish, of which
787 were adults and six were jacks.
Salmon fishing remains open on the Snake River in
Hells Canyon until June 19, on the Lower Salmon River
until June 26 and on the Little Salmon River until July 31
however, these seasons may also close earlier if Fish and
Game sees a biological need. Fishing days here are also
Friday through Monday.
Anglers are reminded that fishing hours are a half–hour
before sunrise to one hour after sunset, local time. The
limit is one fish daily, three in possession and 10 for the
season. Anglers may use only barbless hooks no larger
than five–eights of an inch from point to shank, and they
must stop fishing when they have reached daily, possession or season limits.
Only hatchery salmon marked with a clipped adipose fin
may be kept.
For additional details see the 2006 Spring Chinook
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Salmon Season and Rules pamphlet, available at license
vendors and Fish and Game offices as well as online at:
http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/cms/fish/rules/chinook_
seasons/.
Governor Supports Sockeye Program
Idaho Gov. Jim Risch June 14 called for a greater effort
to recover endangered sockeye salmon that migrate to
spawn in central Idaho’s Redfish Lake.
“It would not be the policy of this administration to
abandon the recovery of sockeye salmon, Risch told the
Northwest Power Planning Council.
His comments came in response to a report by the Independent Scientific Review Panel to the Northwest Power
Planning Council that the requests to continue spawning captive adults for reintroduction not be funded. The
Idaho Department of Fish and Game, Shoshone Bannock
Tribe and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration had requested funding for various Redfish Lake
sockeye salmon captive broodstock programs.
“We are very pleased that Gov. Risch is taking this
strong stand on fish conservation,” Fish and Game Director Steve Huffaker said. “The sockeye project has always
been a life support system, not a recovery program. It
needs to be continued until enough problems have been
solved to allow recovery to occur.”
While recognizing that the sockeye were in serious
trouble, Risch offered four areas where greater recovery
efforts could occur:
•Increased funding from the federal government for the
recovery program;
•Increased propagation through the Idaho hatchery;
•Revisiting of incidental take and harvest allowances;
•Closer examination of out of basin issues, such as ocean
conditions and predators.
Ocean conditions play a large role in the health of the
species, Risch said in a June 14 news release. Salmon
return rates on the Frazier River in Canada, which has
no dams, and the Columbia River with its dams, were
similar, he said.
“The states and council do not have the resources to
study ocean conditions and more help is needed from the
federal government in this area,” Risch said. He also said
that Idaho’s opposition to dam removal has not changed.
Ask Fish and Game:
Q. Is it legal for American Indians to sell fresh salmon
even after the season has closed?
A. Yes. When salmon returns are estimated, the fishable surplus after hatchery needs are met is split between
sport anglers and tribes. Sport anglers must follow state
Fish and Game rules. The tribes have their own fishing
regulations that cover their half of the take.
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NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS are not new, but they have been under publicized. The technique has been around since
the 1960’s. It is well researched and popularity and usage is on the increase.
The usual cost of sealing teeth is about one-quarter the price of a filling, but imagine
no cavities, no shots and no fillings! When I was a child my parents could not afford
dental care for some time and my cavities turned into horrible root canals later on down
the road. Imagine all the horrible time in dentists’ chairs I would have been saved if
I had just received sealants when I was a child. This is something all of our children
should have on their teeth.
By Jim Callis,
MPAS, PA-C
Seal Out Dental Decay
Despite fluoridated water and some children taking oral fluoride and rigorous
brushing, some children still will get cavities. A cavity in the medical field is called
dental caries. Early childhood caries are common, and a reported 30-50% of children
in low socioeconomic backgrounds will get them, and as many as 70% in some Native
American groups.
A cavity occurs when organic acids produced by bacteria on the teeth break down
the mineral material in teeth. The decay rate of teeth is related to the frequency of
carbohydrate consumption (a.k.a. sugar), and the type of carbohydrate. 66% of cavities
occur on the back teeth. These teeth have a lot of grooves that trap a lot of food.
Brushing may miss a lot of these areas and this makes a great playground for bacteria.
DING! DING! DING! Dinners on!
As always, the best medicine is preventative. The best way to prevent dental caries
above and beyond brushing and flossing is with sealants. This can give your child 100%
protection against cavities on these chewing surfaces. Sealants are plastic coatings
that are thinly applied to teeth. It is applied like one would apply varnish on a piece of
wood. It’s a simple procedure that involves ABSOLUTELY no pain. This seals the back
teeth and protects them from cavity-causing bacteria. The first question I had when I
heard about sealants was: “Well what if one seals off a cavity that has not been found
yet?” Simple, one has just shut off the bacteria’s food supply, game over.
The sealants last about 7- 10 years. Some continuous check-ups and decrease in gum
chewing will insure that they have not been worn-off or chipped and broken. Sealants
Some of you may not know that Valley Family Health Care has several dental clinics.
Currently we have one in Nyssa and one in Payette. Starting July 5, the dental clinic in
Ontario will be up and running as well.
Ronald McDonald House Charities has recently awarded a grant to the Valley Family
Health Care dental program. The money given is to help more and more children
receive these dental sealants. Enough money was given that we will be able to seal
the back teeth of several hundred children in age ranges 6-14 for FREE. That’s right,
FREE. No signing you up for time shares for a condo in Timbuktu, no drawing you
have to win, no competitions. No relation to your income level. You call and make an
appointment; your child comes to the appointment, voila! Protected teeth mean less
bills for you, and less discomfort and dental-chair time for your child. It’s a no-lose
situation, so call the clinic in Payette today and make an appointment for all your
children between the ages of 5 and 14. The days the clinic will be performing these
services is on July 6, 12 and13.
I would like to remind everyone that all adults and children should brush and floss
regularly, whether or not they have sealants. Eat less sugar-containing products and see
a dentist regularly. For those with lower incomes, decreased fees for dental work are
available in our dental offices. Fridays in Payette are called “toothache day,” and Dr.
Ostteen guarantees a look-see for anyone who shows up at the clinic on Friday before
10 am. “Toothache day” is first-come, first served, starting at 8 am. For questions about
appointments, toothache-day or sealants, please call 642-9379.
If you have any questions or comments, feel free to contact me in the New Plymouth
Valley Family Health Care clinic across from the library.
How to Help Your Child Plan For the Future
Although many parents may feel otherwise, they really do have a powerful influence on their children, according to a study reported by the Partnership for Family Involvement in Education in its publication, Employers, Families and Education (http://pfie.ed.gov.)
Yet 51 percent of today’s parents feel that families do not have enough time together, according to another study cited in the publication funded by the U.S. Department of
Education.
One major role of parents includes helping children envision the future. The tips and topics are listed below to help you engage your children in that very important discussion.
If your child is a Middle School Student
If your child is a High School Student:
* Discuss your child’s skill, interests, abilities and goals to plan for the future.
* Help your child make independent decisions.
* Encourage participation in service-oriented activities in the community.
* Encourage exploration of all kinds of post-secondary education opportunities.
* Help children meet a variety of workers by arranging job observations, field trips
or personal interviews.
* Involve yourself in your child’s future planning.
* Encourage job awareness.
* Use guided money management and allow your child to make economic choices.
* Give certain economic responsibilities.
* Allow children to work part-time outside the home * Be flexible as the decision making process evolves. It takes patience and numerous modifications.
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THE STAR-SPANGLED BANNER
Author: Carole D. Bos, J.D.
PREFACE
Our flag
Was still there
Francis Scott Key
Near Ft. McHenry
September 13-15, 1814
Old Doc Beanes was missing. Well, not exactly missing. Everyone in Georgetown knew where the much-loved doctor was.
It’s just that his neighbors and patients couldn’t get to him. He
had been captured by the British during the War of 1812.
It wasn’t enough that British troops had invaded and captured
Washington. It wasn’t enough they had set fire to the Capitol
and to the White House. Now His Majesty’s land and sea
military were poised to take Baltimore. At least, that’s what
they thought.
It was September, 1814. Dr. William Beanes was held captive on the British ship Tonnant, accused of unfriendly acts
toward British soldiers. People in nearby Georgetown were
frantic. They were sure the British would hang the old man.
The townspeople needed a lawyer to negotiate with the British.
They called on a respected local lawyer with a thriving law
practice: Francis Scott Key.
At the time, Key had successfully argued several cases before
the United States Supreme Court. He was a good lawyer who
knew when he needed expert help. Recognizing he needed
help to negotiate with the British, Key asked a well-known
negotiator, Col. John Skinner, to work with him. They went to
Baltimore to plead for old Doc Beanes.
As it happened, Francis Scott Key couldn’t have picked a
worse time to negotiate the doctor’s freedom. The British
military were planning their attack on Baltimore. Once aboard
ship, Key and his colleague overheard too many details about
the impending attack on Baltimore and the fort that guarded
its harbor: Ft. McHenry. Even though Dr. Beanes had been
released, all three men were detained aboard a British ship. The
British military could not risk intelligence leaks.
Major George Armistead, commander of Ft. McHenry, figured the British would attack Baltimore. Since his fort guarded
Baltimore’s harbor, McHenry would be attacked too.
Armistead wanted a flag the British would be sure to see. A
Baltimore flag maker, Mary Young Pickersgill, was selected
to make two flags. With the help of her 13-year-old daughter
(Caroline Purdy) and two nieces, Pickersgill used English
woolen bunting for the stripes and cotton for the stars.
The larger flag was so huge (about half the size of
a basketball court) that Mary had to use the floor of a nearby
brewery just to lay it flat. Today that large flag is owned by the
Smithsonian Institute. She also made a smaller flag. Its whereabouts are unknown.
As an older woman, Caroline Purdy thought it might be
important for people to know how her mother made the great
flag. She wrote a letter to Major Armistead’s daughter, outlining all the details. Working hard to quickly finish the flag,
Caroline said her mother often worked until midnight.
Pickersgill was paid $405.90 for the large flag and $168.54
for the smaller one. (Follow the link to view the receipt.) Her
home in Baltimore is still standing and today houses The Star
Spangled Banner Flag House Museum.
As Francis Scott Key and his two companions were detained
on the British ship, the large flag flew over Ft. McHenry. Mary
Pickersgill had made a sturdy flag. It would soon be put to the
ultimate test.
The attack on Baltimore and Fort McHenry began on September 13th. Aboard the British ship, Key watched the battle.
The British were using a new type of military bombshell that
exploded into deadly fragments. Traveling 2½ miles, those
“rockets” produced red streaks in the night sky.
Ft. McHenry held on through most of the night. Key could see
its fifteen-star flag as the rockets lit up the sky. It was a huge
flag, measuring thirty by forty-two feet. Major Armistead had
ordered it that way so the “British would have not trouble seeing it from a distance.” Key could see it from a distance too.
The continued shelling, between both sides, gave Francis
Scott Key hope. He figured as long as the battle continued, Ft.
McHenry was resisting and Baltimore could be saved. For 25
hours the British bombarded the fort.
But then, sometime during the night, the shelling stopped. All
was quiet. Had McHenry fallen? Did the British break through
to Baltimore? Key did not know. He could see nothing. And he
was worried.
Major Armistead, had refused to take down the flag or surrender the fort. At dawn’s first light, Francis Scott Key saw the
huge flag. It was still flying over Ft. McHenry. Baltimore was
safe.
What had happened during the night? Why had the night sky
suddenly gone dark? Unknown to Key, the courage of Armistead and his Baltimore defenders had convinced the British
high command the fight for Baltimore would be too costly.
During the night, both land and sea operations ceased. The
British withdrew from the battle. Thereafter, while they lived,
the surviving Baltimore defenders. marched in a parade to
commemorate the city’s freedom. (This link, to an 1880
photograph, demonstrates some of those men lived a very long
time.)
Four months later, the Americans and the British negotiated
the Treaty of Ghent. The War of 1812 was over. Britain and
America never fought each other again.
Francis Scott Key, the lawyer, was also an amateur poet. He
was so overwhelmed by what he had seen during the battle,
and so relieved by what he had seen at first light, he wrote
down some words on the back of a letter he had in his pocket.
The next day, on September 16, when he and the other two
men were allowed ashore, Key took a room at the Fountain
Inn. There he revised the words he had drafted while aboard
ship. He showed the poem to his brother-in-law who gave it to
the Baltimore Patriot. The Patriot published the poem on September 20, 1814. It was soon published in other newspapers in
other states.
The following month, an actor sang those now-famous words
using the tune of To Anacreon in Heaven a popular drinking
song composed by John Stafford Smith around 1775. The song
(named in honor of a poet, Anacreon, who lived in Greece
between 563-478 B.C. and wrote of love and wine) was sung
in London during meetings of a “gentlemen’s society.” (You
will need RealAudio for this link.)
Ever since Key’s poem was set to music, the song was called
The Star-Spangled Banner. The first verse became America’s
de facto national anthem. It became the official anthem when
Congress passed a law to that effect in 1931.
Francis Scott Key lived until 1843, when he died of pleurisy. Today, the American flag flies at his grave - and at Ft.
McHenry - both day and night.
Three years before he died, Key penned a few more copies
of his famous poem. The Library of Congress has one of those
originals. Note the difference in his original version
...bright stars and broad stripes
through the clouds of the night...
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and the version of today
...whose broad stripes and bright stars
through the perilous night...
Maybe the change was made because today’s version is easier
to sing. Or maybe both are versions that Key himself wrote.
And what of the flag that inspired Francis Scott Key? It is old
and tattered but still survives. It is in the National Museum of
American History at the Smithsonian in Washington, D.C. The
huge flag, whose stars measure two feet from point to point, is
still a sight to see. Because of its age and condition, it is currently undergoing extensive restoration. It will once again be
publicly displayed in 2002.
Francis Scott Key isn’t remembered for what he contributed
to the practice of law. And a cousin who was named after him
(Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald) became much more famous for
literary works - like The Great Gatsby. Key is remembered for
so poignantly honoring the flag that survived the British bombshells. He is honored today for his contribution to the language
of freedom and patriotism.
NOTE: The Smithsonian Institute has a terrific web site about
the Ft. McHenry flag. We encourage you to check it out. A
story at the Department of Education web site provides more
interesting details about Francis Scott Key and Dr. Beanes.
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NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS A Land All Up and Down
Cecil D. Andrus Wildlife Management Area
By Anna Owsiak, Regional Wildlife Biologist
Idaho Department of Fish and Game Southwest Region
Nestled in the breaks of Hell’s Canyon and overlooking Brownlee
Reservoir is the Cecil D. Andrus Wildlife Management Area, more commonly known as Andrus WMA. This 24,000 acre area is home to a number of
wildlife species, plant communities and wildland recreational opportunities.
Each year, thousands of hunters, hikers and wildlife watchers enjoy access to
this unique and special place.
Prior to becoming the Andrus WMA, the area was a working cattle
ranch, locally known as the Hillman Ranch. The owners were committed to
preserving the ranch’s uniqueness, wildlife values and its continued availability to hunters and public land users. The Mellon Foundation acquired the
ranch from the Hillmans in 1993 and then transferred ownership to the Idaho
Department of Fish and Game. The WMA is currently composed of lands
owned by Fish and Game, the Idaho Department of Lands, the U.S. Bureau
of Land Management and the U.S. Forest Service, and is managed through a
multi-agency conservation partnership. Fish and Game is responsible for the
daily operations on the Andrus WMA.
Andrus provides critical winter range for almost 900 elk and 1,500
mule deer each year. Bighorn sheep are found in the Duke’s Creek and
Wildhorse Creek basins. Chukar and Hungarian partridge, California quail
and forest grouse are found year round on the WMA. Wild turkeys are also
year-round residents, and are most visible during the winter months at WMA
headquarters. Mountain quail, one of Idaho’s species of special concern,
were found on the WMA in the past, although none have been seen in recent
years. Perhaps one day their distinctive call will be heard on the WMA
again.
Other WMA wildlife include black bears, rattlesnakes, mountain
lions, badgers, coyotes, bats, rabbits and songbirds. Eagles and hawks are
also year-round residents of the WMA, and are most visible in the spring
and summer months.
Most of the WMA is steep grass covered slopes, com-
10 NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS The rugged beauty of Andrus Wildlife Management Area is especially appealing in the spring when
wildflowers explode across the landscape. Photo credit: Evin Oneale, IDFG.
posed of annual grasses like cheatgrass at low elevations and changing into perennial grass stands
of bluebunch wheatgrass and Idaho fescue at higher elevations. Lava outcroppings are found
throughout the area. Scattered remnant stands of sagebrush and bitterbrush can be found on most
hillsides, with patches of aspen, Douglas fir and ponderosa pine at higher elevations. Creek bottoms are full of cottonwoods, serviceberry, dogwood and poison ivy – so be careful where you
walk!
Spring flower blooms can be spectacular, especially in years of heavy rainfall. Indian
paintbrush, lupine, balsamroot and other showy flowers decorate the hillsides with splashes of
color. For wildlife watchers, spring is also a good time to see black bears. They are often seen on
hillsides and in creek bottoms, foraging on grass and wild onions.
Management of the Andrus WMA is focused on protecting and improving big game
winter ranges and year-round game bird habitat. Past and current efforts include shrub and food
plot plantings and noxious weed control. Cattle grazing – using a deferred rotation grazing system
– continues to occur on the WMA and has been very compatible with wildlife values.
Several noxious weed species are found on the WMA, including whitetop, scotch and
Canada thistle, spotted knapweed and rush skeletonweed. Many of these weeds pose serious
threats to wildlife, and if left unchecked could be devastating to critical big game winter range
habitat. Although not yet found on the WMA, leafy spurge and yellow starthistle could easily
become established. These two weeds are almost impossible to control, and if introduced, could
convert thousands of acres of quality habitat into poor range in just a few years. All WMA users
should check for and remove any noxious weed seeds found on vehicles, clothing, pets and livestock before entering the WMA.
The entire WMA is open year-round to non-motorized public use. Roads are open to
motor vehicles, except between January 1 and May 1. This closure protects wintering big game
and prevents road damage during wet winter weather. All WMA roads are gated, and the amount
of vehicle traffic on each is regulated by a gate key checkout system. A limited number of keys
per gate are available each day on a first come/first serve basis. This prevents overcrowding and
results in a high quality motorized recreational experience.
Thousands of hunters are drawn to the WMA each year. Chukars are the most popular
quarry, and hunters come from all over the United States and occasionally foreign countries to
pursue these cunning birds. The WMA also receives heavy deer hunting pressure during the general deer season. Yearling bucks are most commonly harvested, as the older bucks are generally
not on the WMA until after heavy winter snows arrive. Spring and fall wild turkey hunting is also
popular on the WMA and adjacent Forest Service lands. Because of the WMA’s popularity, hunters should expect to encounter other sportsmen in the field. Crowding can occur, especially during the popular opening weeks and weekends of turkey, chukar and deer seasons. Being respectful
and courteous of other users in the field can insure that everyone has an enjoyable experience.
Remember to pick up used shotgun shells in the field and dispose of them in a trash container!
Camping is only permitted at the mouth of Brownlee Creek and on pullouts along
the Forest Service road 085 on the WMA. There are no developed campsites on the WMA; all
camping is primitive. The Forest Service has a campground just off Highway 71 on the Brownlee Guard Station Road, and Idaho Power has a full facility campground at Woodhead Park on
Brownlee Reservoir.
For more information regarding the Andrus WMA, please call 208-257-3363.
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Grandson Helps Finish Grandpa’s Lodge
On Memorial Day weekend
2006, little Aaron Creech
came to a family work camp
at Pilgrim Cove Camp in McCalland helped finish the Alan
Creech Lodge. The lodge was
named in honor of his grandfather Alan Creech in May 2004.
The Pilgrim Cove Foundation
Board of Directors named this
lodge “Alan Creech” to recognize him and his family for the
years of service that he committed to the board and to the
camp; as well as the numerous
accomplishments that he made
during his short life span.
James Cooper was a farmer in Meridian. Cooper was hired by the Idaho State Police to
work in the Port of Entry in Glenns Ferry, Idaho. Alan had always had negative contacts
with law enforcement, until Cooper began his new job. After meeting with Cooper’s
co-workers, Alan saw a side of law enforcement officers he had never seen before. Alan
was at a pivotal point of his life, where he was headed to a life as a criminal. He decided
to change his life and go into the field of Law Enforcement. He had to jump through a lot
of hoops because of his background and trouble with the law as a youth. But as he started
and continued his career, he never let his background stop him from reaching his goals.
Alan made his life very diverse. He became involved in numerous things. One of the
things that he became involved with was Pilgrim Cove Camp. Alan joined the board
of directors in the 1975, after the camp had been closed for a few years. The camp was
in horrible disrepair and there was a movement to close it down completely and sell it.
Alan, along with his family, was part of a small group of people who started cleaning and
fixing the camp so that it could be re-opened again as a summer camp for youth. Among
the many tasks he undertook were building the tables and stools for the dining hall and
obtaining and renewing the permits that allowed the camp to operate. His family spent
numerous hours opening and closing camp each year, painting the cabins and completing
Aaron was only one year old repair work.
when his grandfather died, but Alan stayed on the board for 20 years and assisted in numerous decisions which helped
he has learned a lot about his bring the camp to what it is today, a camp which operates year round and has year-round
grandfather from family and staff. He participated in summer camp as a counselor and also as a director. He resigned
friends over the last four years. from the Pilgrim Cove Foundation Board in 1995 after 20 years of service. Alan Creech
Alan Creech was born in July
1953 to Lawrence and Rita
Creech, in Boise, Idaho. His
childhood is an unusual one
that many would not expect or anticipate of a person who became the Police Chief of
Nampa, Idaho, the second largest city in Idaho. As a child, Alan was moved in and out
of his house and between numerous foster homes as his parents battled an alcohol and
prescription drug abuse problem. Alan and his brothers fell into trouble with the law
and were assigned a juvenile probation officer. Alan was eventually placed with James
and Sherry Cooper, a foster home family – a foster home in which he would develop a
lasting relationship that still continues to this day.
loved Pilgrim Cove Camp, where his family spent a lot of time over the last 27 years of
his life. At the time of his death in June 2002, he was scouting out a place for an off-site
adventure camp aimed at high school youth.
The new lodge was constructed between September 2003 and May 2004, at which time
the upper floor was completed. Alan’s family continued to help, along with numerous
other volunteers, in completing the basement of the lodge, which provides a sleeping area
for 30 people, restrooms and a utility room. The lodge, valued at $1 million, was completed this year on Memorial Day weekend. Aaron Creech, Alan’s grandson, helped his
dad Andy Creech and a group of volunteers by putting decorative rock on the front of the
lodge. Aaron helped push the grout into the cracks between the rocks. He was excited to
help out with working on this lodge, because it was named for his grandfather.
Thank you to this week’s advertisers!
City of Council Celebrates July 4th with a Bang!
The Council Chamber of Commerce is sponoring the following events in honor of Independence Day, July 4 and
invites everyone to attend:
7-10a.m. Chamber of Commerce Breakfast - City Park
8 a.m. - Flag Raising Ceremony - City Park
10 - 5p.m. - Quilt Show at Old Court House
10 a.m. Parade Line up – Visitor’s Center.
11:00 ~ Parade ~ Main Feature is the “Idaho Samba Band & dancers”
1 p.m. - The Senior Center will have a barbeque lunch ! World Famous Porcupine Race at Elementary School Football Field, immediately following Parade
Saw Contest ~ Behind the Ace Saloon, following Porcupine Race
Afternoon Events:
Dunk Tank behind Ace Saloon
Lots & Lots of Vendors at the City Park
Karaoke Contest in the City Park
And at dusk -- the area’s largest fireworks display!
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NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS 11
Tales of Old New Plymouth:
Some Travels of Dave Goldsmith
By Dave Goldsmith
Preface
A few years ago one of my grandsons graduated from
high school in Canada. Following graduation he and some
of his buddies from the school went on a graduation trip
by automobile through parts of Western Canada which
lasted 4 or 5 days. His mother (my daughter) was worried
to death that something terrible might happen while they
were on this trip. This brought to mind the trips that I
made following my graduation from high school about 60
years earlier. I wrote this story for my grandsons to read.
Some of their parents think they are still too young and
impressionable to read such tales.
It must be kept in mind that times are very different now
from what they were 60 or 70 years ago. I suspect that
anyone trying to ride a freight train today would be arrested
and put in prison. It is against the law to hitchhike on the
interstate highways. Picking up strangers is very dangerous.
I do not recommend that anyone try to make the kind of
trips that I made in 1938.
Summer of 1936
In the summer of 1936, I was 15 years old and beginning to
look for bigger things than were available in New Plymouth.
In particular, I was interested in playing football and the
high school in New Plymouth didn’t have a football team.
That summer, my uncle, Cameron Goldsmith, and his young
son Jimmy came from Borger, Texas, for a visit. I prevailed
upon my parents to let me go back to Texas with them and
spend the rest of the summer at their place. I soon found out
that the school district where my uncle lived had a football
team. After much begging, my parents allowed me to spend
my last two years of high school in Texas.
I enjoyed those two years very much. I worked on my
uncle’s dairy farm in my spare time. I made a lot of new
friends, had good grades, played in the school band, and,
most importantly, got to play on the Black Hawk football
team. We lost only one game all year, but that loss kept us
from being district champions. I graduated from Phillips,
Texas, High School late in May in 1938.
Since it had been two years since I had been to my Idaho
home, I decided to go back to Idaho for the summer and
then return to Texas in the fall to attend college. It was easy
to pack a bag for the trip. I had an old Boy Scout backpack
that I filled with a change of clothes, some extra socks and
a small blanket. I especially remember the blanket because
I used it almost every night on the trip. I also had ten or
fifteen dollars – I had borrowed ten dollars from my uncle
before I started the trip.
The morning after graduation, I stated on my trip to Idaho.
This was Memorial Day weekend, so rides were a little
difficult to find. I had to walk about a mile to the highway
from my uncle’s place, and then started hitch-hiking. I
went north to Stinett, Texas, and then headed west. I don’t
remember much about the Texas leg of that day’s travels,
but remember that I was in New Mexico that afternoon.
I watched some dust devils rolling away south of the
highway. That afternoon I was picked up by a man in a pickup truck who offered me a job for the summer on highway
construction. I have sometimes wondered how my life might
have been changed if I had taken his offer. This man took
me all the way to Walsenburg, Colorado. I don’t remember
where I spent the night, but I was probably rolled up in my
blanket someplace.
The next day I went north to Pueblo and then headed
west through the Rockies. The only thing that I remember
about that day was that I spent the night in a CCC camp
somewhere in the mountains. I slept on a billiard table. The
next day I was in Utah nearing the Wasatch Mountains.
Rides were scarce but a wagon came along, pulled by a
couple of mules. I rode on the back end of the wagon for a
few miles and hopped off to do a little thumbing whenever
a car came by. Finally I got a ride with an older man who
had another hitchhiker with him. The other hitchhiker was
probably in his twenties and had been on the road quite
a bit. We were taken to Provo, Utah, where we arrived in
early evening. The other hitchhiker suggested that we bum
a room in the hotel for the night. He did the talking and we
promised to pain a room in the hotel the next day in return
for our room for the night. I was tired and went to bed early,
but my companion borrowed a dollar from me and went out
on the town that night. He told me later that those Utah girls
were very interesting.
The next morning we got up early and checked out of the
hotel. The clerk didn’t say anything about painting a room,
so we took off. To this day, I feel a bit guilty about not doing
anything for our room. My companion and I split up that
morning, but I told him how to get in touch with me in New
Plymouth so that he could send me the dollar he owed me.
The next day I went north from Provo toward Pocatello,
Idaho. Rides were scarce but I caught a ride with one couple
who were out for a Sunday jaunt with their three kids.
At sunset I was in Idaho, north of Ogden. The highway ran
along the railroad tracks and there was an irrigation ditch on
the other side of the tracks. I thought about sleeping on the
tracks since that location was rather high and dry. The rails
looked as if they hadn’t been used for a while, but I finally
decided not to take a chance and rolled up in my blanket
between the road and the tracks. About 5 a.m. a freight train
came roaring by, so I was happy that I had made a good
decision.
That afternoon I was given a ride in a car with three men in
it. One of the men had a heavy mustache and all three had
had a few drinks. They let me out in a small town and I went
to the outskirts to do some more thumbing. About an hour
later, here came the same care and they picked me up again.
The three men were having quite a row. They had stopped
in that little town so that the guy with the mustache could
get a shave. He had gone to sleep in the barber chair and
his buddies had talked the barber into shaving his mustache
off while he was asleep. He was furious. I only got as far as
American Falls, Idaho, that day, and spent the night wrapped
up in my blanket.
The next day I arrived in New Plymouth. I had to cross
the old baseball field on my way to the house. There were a
bunch of kids there doing bicycle tricks such as going over a
ramp. One bicycle looked vaguely familiar, but it was badly
beat up and both fenders were missing. That night I found
out that it was the bicycle I had loaned my brother to use for
newspaper delivery. I had paid $30 for it new about three
years before I had gone away. He had sent me a couple of
dollars sometime while I was gone and assumed he owned
it.
A few days later, I was working in Dad’s garden on the
west side of town when a somewhat familiar looking young
man approached me. He was my old companion from the
Provo hotel escapade. He had remembered that Dad was
the postmaster in New Plymouth, so stopped by there on
his way through town. Dad had told him where I was, so
he came to see me. I assumed that he was going to pay me
the dollar that he had borrowed in Provo. Instead, he had
dropped by to borrow another dollar. If I ever see him again,
I’ll give him a bill for $2 plus interest for all these many
years.
Mountain Home. There was a freight train in town headed
east, so I decided to take it instead of hitch-hiking. I got
onto a flat car loaded with lumber, but a brakeman came by
and told me that was a dangerous place to ride, so I rode on
the top of a boxcar. We arrived in Pocatello later that day.
The next day I hitch-hiked south to Salt Lake City. I wasn’t
very happy with the progress I was making, so decided to
try the train again. I stopped in the D&RGW freight station
and found their next train headed east was leaving town
soon, so I left on it.
From Salt Lake City we went south to Provo and then
headed east. We had three steam engines to pull us over
Soldier Summit in the Wasatch Mountains and it was
rather slow going. At the top we went through a mile-long
tunnel which was quite exciting and very smoky. Late that
afternoon we arrived in Grand Junction, Colorado. There
were a number of refrigerated cars (“reefers”) on the train,
loaded with fruit and vegetables headed for market in the
east. We were in Grand Junction for two or three hours
while ice was added to these cars.
There was a gambling game called Three Card Monte
going on among the hoboes. I thought I could beat the game,
but wound up losing a dollar or so. Later I thought maybe
the game was to locate anyone who had money. Since I had
about $10, I was a bit worried and stayed by myself the
rest of the trip. We got into Pueblo about 3 o’clock in the
morning. My map of Pueblo showed an amusement park
with a lake on the south side of town, so I decided to go out
there to get cleaned up. When I got there, I found the park
was permanently closed. Since no one was around, I took
off my clothes and waded into knee-deep water, where I
cleaned up as much as possible.
The next day I started hitch-hiking again, south toward
Borger. Somewhere along the line I caught a ride with a
trapper who had several dogs in the back of his vehicle. He
asked me not to smoke since the dogs didn’t like it and it
ruined their sense of smell. That day I got as far as Raton,
New Mexico. In those days a number of states had “port
of entry” stations at their borders. I hung around the one at
Raton for a while but didn’t catch a ride. Another guy and I
rented a nearby “tourist cabin” (as we called motels in those
days) for a night at a cost of one dollar each.
I left Raton early the next morning and was in Amarillo
about noon. As I was trying to catch a ride to Borger, I met
a young black man on crutches. He had a foot missing and
the stump was bandaged. I asked him what had happened.
He told me that he fell as he was trying to catch a moving
freight train and that the train wheels had cut off his foot. I
arrived in Borger late that afternoon.
I stayed in Borger for a few days. My old next-door buddy,
Harold Hope, and I had a lot to talk about since he had been
in an explosion in an outhouse during the summer. (But that
is another story.) I rode down to Waco, Texas, with some
high school friends and then hitch-hiked on down to Austin,
where I entered the University of Texas.
On a sad note:
“Tales of Old New Plymouth” sadly is coming to
an end. We have just learned that our dear friend
David Goldsmith has passed away. His son, David
Goldsmith, Jr., reports that, “We were up in Boise
this past weekend on a family reunion when our
father passed away on a rafting trip.”
The family is writing a final edition of Mr. Goldsmith’s journey, which will be published in this
paper.
The New Plymouth News and the residents of New
Plymouth express their deepest sympathies to the
Goldsmith family. Your father’s stories will be
greatly missed.
Now fast-forward to late August, when I made the return
trip to Texas. I left New Plymouth early one morning but,
by early afternoon, I was only about 75 miles away in
12 NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS ISSUE 127
On the Rodeo Trail
* Clogging Workshops*
By JacQuie Scott
High School Rodeo
had their finals on
May 26 and 27 at the
Caldwell Night Rodeo
Arena. These very
talented and lucky
kids qualified to go
to State High School
Rodeo Finals in
Pocatello, Idaho, the
week of June 20-24.
I had a tear strolling down my cheek as I handed down
my crown to the new winner, Whitney Summers of
Skyview High School. Laurel Payne was the First
Runner Up.
The District 2 Girl’s All Around was Kayla Tiegs and
Boy’s was Drew Hummel. In the Barrel Racing; 1.
Sandra Zapata, 2. Matea Gabiola, 3. Kortni Scott,
4. Jennifer Richardson, 5. Krista Axtell, 6. Kacee
Donaldson. Breakaway Roping; 1. Regan Lawson,
2. Kayla Tiegs, 3. Lacey Jones, 4. Kallie Roeser, 5.
Brittney Edmondson, 6. Jamie Kirk. Pole Bending;
1. Kayla Tiegs, 2. Krista Axtell, ¾. Sierra Ridley and
Kallie Roeser, 5. Chelsi Horton, 6. Kacee Donaldson.
Goat Tying; 1. Jamie Kirk, 2. Brittney Edmondson, 3.
Kallie Roeser, 4. Kayla Tiegs, 5. Jennifer Hall, 6. Regan
Lawson. Girl’s Cutting; 1. MikiAnna Williamson,
2. Paige Edmondson, 3. Kristan Ducharme, 4. Kallie
Roeser. Boy’s Cutting; 1. Drew Hummel, 2. Wade Hyer,
3. Rye Hyer. Tie Down Roping; 1. Drew Hummel,
2. Katlen Schimmelpfennig, ¾ Josh Dygert and Jared
Thompson, 5. Austin Clow, 6. Jarrod Roberson and
Daxton Jim. Steer Wrestling; 1. Drew Hummel, 2.
Wade Hyer, 3.Rye Hyer, 4. Katlen Schimmelpfennig.
Bareback; 1. Kasey Love, 2. Josh Bruno. Saddle
Bronc; 1. Bryan Martinat, 2. Kyle Carson, 3. Kasey
Love, 4. Justin Jarvis. Bull Riding; 1. Jarrod Roberson,
2. Cody Brixey, 3. Jed Jones, 4. Jake Rupe, 5. Payton
Bakes, 6. Josh Bruno. Team Roping; 1.Kristan
Ducharme and Justin Jarvis, 2. Jason Duby and Katlen
Schimmelpfennig, 3. Brittney Edmondson and Drew
Hummel, 4. Troy Dines and Kelsey Cook, 5. Tyler Slate
and Josh Dygert, 6/7. Kayla Tiegs and Austin Clow and
Kortni Scott with Steven Jim.
I wish all these wonderful and talented kids to try their
hardest and GOOD LUCK and GO DISTRICT 2!!!
Happy Trails………..JacQuie
Come join us for some summer fun! All ages and skill
levels are welcome. Workshops are $15 each or $20 with
a music CD and cue sheets. Contact Leah at 740-9588
for registration information. You are welcome to attend two
classes per workshop!
Sat. June 24 Sat. July 8
Sat. August 12
ROCK
Big Band Swing
Disco
8:00 Novice
10:00 Beginning Plus
12:00 Intermediate Plus 9:00 Beginning
11:30 Intermediate 1:30 Advanced
Workshops will be held at the
Gem Cloggers Dance Studio in Emmett.
Alcoholics Anonymous
Open Meetings
Senior Center –Sundays at 6 pm
Contact George
at 278-0116
Or Bruce at 278-5455
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ISSUE 127
P.F. Chang’s a delicious escape from the norm
by Lindsey Parker
BSU Culture Writer
Idaho’s beautiful capital city has many great activities and places which provide an escape from the summer heat, or simply a way to
relax after a long day at work. From clubs to movie theaters, museums to restaurants, there’s a place or activity for almost everyone in
Boise. P.F. Chang’s China Bistro downtown in the 8th Street Marketplace is a good example of what this city has to offer. P.F. Chang’s
is located at 391 South 8th Street. Check them out at pfchangs.com or make a reservation over the phone at 342-8100.
The national chain of popular China bistros has restaurants across the country in more than 40 states. Luckily for Idaho, P.F. Chang’s
is here too. The atmosphere inside the restaurant is relaxed and inviting despite the large crowds conversing throughout. A full
restaurant is usually a telltale sign of great food and excellent service. The seating is prompt, and soon the waiter brings the menus and
inquires about beverages. The wine list is colorful, offering selections that vary from White Zinfandel to Merlot.
White wine flavors range from sparkling, sweet, and light to full. Red wines also range from light to full. Although wine paired with
the popular Chang’s Chicken in lettuce wraps is probably excellent, a Dr. Pepper is ordered and the Pan -Fried Peking dumplings are
added to the tab.
Photos by Alice Scully / the Arbiter
P.F. Chang’s, located in BoDo,
provides guests with authentic dishes
and stylish dining.
The entrees at P.F. Chang’s vary in style and price. The soup and salad menu includes Pin
Rice soup, Wanton Soup, and Hot and Sour Soup. Salads with salmon, oriental chicken, peanut chicken, and warm duck spinach taunt the
palate. As appealing as the soup and salad menu seems, the main entrées look even more tempting.
The waiter informs us that all dishes at P.F. Chang’s are served family style so that food can be shared and different foods can be
sampled. The wide range of items offered on the menu are categorized according to traditional favorites, vegetarian plates, chicken and
duck, seafood, meat, noodles, meins and rice, and desserts.
The menu offers dishes suck as Chicken lo Mein, Buddha’s Feast, Shanghai Cucumbers, Cantonese Roasted Duck, Orange Peel
Chicken, Wild Alaskan Salmon with Lemon Pepper, Kung Pao Shrimp, Mongolian Beef, Wok Seared Lamb, and Chow Mein Pork.
The Wok Seared Lamb with white rice, and Crispy Honey Chicken with brown rice are ordered with a side of Szechuan Asparagus. Within minutes, the waiter comes to the table
with a little plate on his arm. On the plate are three different sauces and some oils. He offers to mix up some sauces for us. He adds some hot mustard, white rice vinegar and a
few other sauces together, creating a spicy dipping sauce.
Peking dumplings arrive on a plate which are dipped into the sauce on the table and eaten. The dumplings are delicious and fresh with perfect amounts of meat and veggies in
every bite.
The main meals arrive and the smell of Wok Seared Lamb fills the air.
Lamb, Crispy Chicken, and asparagus are scooped onto plates before the first delicious bite of food is taken. The lamb is wonderful; an
excellent blend of spices, and tender atop crisp shredded iceberg lettuce. The Crispy Chicken is wonderful, but not nearly as delicious as the
lamb. Experiencing the taste of lamb only one other time in life, this moment will not be forgotten. It’s not comparable to eating a New York
Steak or even filet mignon. The Sezchuan asparagus is tasty as well. Every bite blends together with tastes of excellence and freshness. After
the food is eaten, dessert is ordered. Between the Great Wall of Chocolate, New York Cheesecake, and Banana Spring Rolls, the spring rolls are
chosen. The spring rolls are very tasty, and add to the uncomfortable feeling of an over-full stomach.
It takes effort to pay the bill and leave the restaurant after such a huge meal.
The good news? The cuisine and service offered at P.F. Chang’s are excellent. Lunches usually don’t cost $40; however, with two entrees, a
beverage, an appetizer, a side dish, and a dessert. it was money well spent.
This is one of the best restaurants in Boise. If there’s a long line at the door, know that it’s a good sign and that the food is well worth the wait.
The Senior Corner, Part II
It is time once more to place in the paper a recruitment article for New Plymouth Senior Center. We’re
looking for new faces to come on in and enjoy our
Tuesday and Thursday noon dinners.
Just stepping into the center to enjoy a meal doesn’t
make you older. I’ve been a resident here since 1961.
Graduated New Plymouth in 1964. I’ve been associated with the center since 1996, so that puts me in
the 61-year-old bracket. So when you step across the
threshold of the Senior Center, you won’t turn old at
that instant of time.
We have some fine dining on Tuesday and Thursday, with a great breakfast on Friday mornings. Our
prices are unbeatable - the suggested price is $4 for
60 yrs and older & $5 for 59 yrs and younger.
We invite you to come and get acquainted with the
center. Meet new faces and see ol’ friends. Step
inside to great food and great conversations.
LOCAL LEGISLATORS IN THE NEWS
Vegetable Program for schools and would
expand the program to an additional three
states. The funding provided through the
legislation would allow a total of 16 states
Lynn Eichelberger of Boise, an 87and three Indian tribal organizations to
year-old veteran of World War II, finally
received long-overdue official recognition participate in the program. Additionally,
the legislation provides $25 million for
for his wartime service in the Pacific.
the Renewable Energy Systems & Energy
Efficiency Improvements program (Sec.
Eichelberger, who was a Private First
9006), an increase over the FY06 funding
Class in the U.S. Army, was awarded
seven military service awards – including level. Section 9006 helps farmers and rural
businesses produce clean energy, cut costs
the prestigious Bronze Star – during a
presentation at Congressman C.L. “Butch” and boost economic development
Otter’s Star ranch on June 24.
below the recent peak from June 2003
of 6.3%. Growth in the gross domestic
product (GDP) is up, housing markets
continue to show activity above historical
levels, and the news that weekly
unemployment claims dropped below
300,000 all combine to indicate that
the economy remains robust. The DOL
also released its weekly Unemployment
Insurance Claims Report, showing
decreases in unemployment claims from
previous weeks. The full report is available
at http://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/
laus.pdf.
Eichelberger’s wife Virginia, daughter
Linda Heller and granddaughter Jordan
Heller, as well as other family members,
attended the presentation. Congressman
Otter was proud to present the belated
military decorations, and praised
Eichelberger’s service.
Crapo Votes for Emergency
Funding
World War II Veteran finally
getting medals
“Everyone living in America today and
enjoying our freedoms and opportunities
owes a debt of gratitude to Lynn
Eichelberger and all the other veterans
who fought tyranny and aggression, and
continue fighting it today,” Congressman
Otter said. “Whether it’s on a Pacific island
against the troops of a nation bent on
conquest or in a Middle East desert against
insurgents and terrorists, America’s heroes
have always been ready to step forward
to defend liberty. Lynn Eichelberger did
his part, and he deserves this overdue
recognition.”
Measure Protects Children
from Exploitation
Senator Mike Crapo is co-sponsoring a
Senate bill tightening the laws against
child pornography and the exploitation of
children. S. 2140, the Protecting Children
from Exploitation Act sponsored by
Senator Orrin Hatch (R-Utah), strengthens
several laws surrounding pornographic
material, including a provision that
requires producers maintain records
detailing the ages and names of persons
appearing in such material.
S. 2140 would criminalize the refusal to
permit inspection of name and age records
of performers in material which depicts
actual or simulated sexually explicit
conduct. It would also update existing
statutes to take into account use of the
Internet to distribute such pornography.
Other honors he received include the
Good Conduct Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific
Campaign Medal and Bronze Star
Attachment, the World War II Victory
Medal, the Combat Infantry Badge, the
Philippine Liberation Ribbon and the
World War II Honorable Service Lapel
Button.
Report Shows Robust
Economy, Idaho Numbers
Idaho’s agricultural industry will benefit through funding advocated by Idaho
Senator Mike Crapo in the Senate
Agriculture Appropriations bill, which
was approved in the Senate Agriculture
Appropriations Committee. “The
agriculture spending measure dedicates sub
stantial resources to agriculture
research, rural development and conservation programs important to Idaho
communities,” said Crapo. The bill also
provides continued funding for Idaho’s
participation in the Fresh Fruit and
The recent release of a Department of
Labor (DOL) report shows that May
unemployment rates continue to show a
downward trend, which has been credited
to recently-passed tax relief and sound
fiscal policy for fueling the nation’s strong
economy for the results. With drops
reported in 41 states (including Idaho) and
the District of Columbia, the results clearly
indicate encouraging movement. Idaho’s
May unemployment rate is 3.5%, down
0.4% over same period last year.
In Idaho, that means that more than 30,000
people were working who did not have
jobs last year at this time. Our state also
recorded one of the largest over-the-year
increases in payroll employment at 5.1%.
business and the economy.
The overall national unemployment
number of 4.6% remains significantly
“This funding will provide our troops
fighting to defend freedom in foreign
lands with the resources they need to
keep us safe at home,” Crapo said. “The
bill will also help put the southern region
devastated by Hurricanes Katrina and
Rita back on track toward recovery. It is
important the Senate and House were able
to come to a compromise on the cost to
accomplish these tasks and we can now
fulfill our obligations to meet the needs of
our brave men and women in uniform and
those displaced by the storms of 2005.”
Crapo is also a member of the Senate
Air Force, National Guard and Reserve
Caucuses.
The completed legislation will now go to
the President for his signature.
OBITUARY
BERT M. GRAY – NEW PLYMOUTH
Crapo says the bill, which already has 26
co-sponsors, is needed because the U.S.
Department of Justice has encountered
problems in prosecuting distributors
of child pornography. Justice officials
say those producing such material are
using loopholes in the law the new act is
intended to close.
The Bronze Star is awarded for “heroic
or meritorious achievement or service.”
Eichelberger received it, along with a
Purple Heart awarded on June 12, 1945,
for injuries received from exposure to
enemy shell bursts on Ie Shima in Japan’s
Ryukyu Islands.
Agriculture Priorities
Promoted in Senate
Funding for continuing military and
reconstruction operations in Iraq and
Afghanistan, relief for hurricane
devastation and support for bird flu
preparation was approve by the Senate
with the support of Idaho Senator Mike
Crapo, a member of the Senate Budget
Committee. Crapo voted with his Senate
colleagues, 98-1, to approve the $94.4
billion package.
Bert McArthur Gray, 90, of New Plymouth,
passed away Sunday, June 18, 2006, at home
with his family near. Memorial services were
held Wednesday, June 21, at the Bert Gray
Ball Park in New Plymouth, with Pastor Phil
Pittman officiating. A visitation for family
and friends was held Tuesday, June 20 at
the Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel, New
Plymouth. Funeral services were under the
direction of Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel,
New Plymouth.
Bert was born to F. Eugene and Jean (Burnett)
Gray in Boyne Lake, Alberta, Canada, on
December 19, 1915. He lived in Canada
and New York State before coming to Idaho with his family. He attended schools in
Fruitland and New Plymouth and graduated from Gem State Academy in Caldwell in
1935.
He married Ida Marie Piper on September 25, 1937, at Payette. They were married for
67 years. Four children were born to Bert and Marie: daughters Bernita and Kay; sons
Bert Jr. and Daniel.
Bert worked many years with the Idaho Department of Transportation before retiring
in 1981. He was a big sports fan. He especially liked baseball and played semi-pro ball
as a young man. He coached young baseball players many years with the Babe Ruth
program. Bert was honored on May 1, 1993, when the New Plymouth diamond was
dedicated to him. He was an avid Pilgrim fan and attended many innings of baseball
this year. He was his sons’ and grandchildren’s biggest fan. He also enjoyed camping
and hunting with his family on Lick Creek. He always had time for his grandchildren
and great-grandchildren.
He is survived by his daughters, Bernita (and Jim) Biggs of Caldwell and Kay (and
Bill) Rodman of Weiser; grandchildren Gene, Stephanie, Mike, Darin, Doug, Lynette,
Edie, Cari and Chrissy; 13 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; his
sister, Hannah Piper of Kuna; several nieces and nephews; and his favorite baseball
buddy, John Snow of Bilioxi, MS.
Bert is preceded in death by his wife, Marie; sons, Bert Jr. and Dan; his parents; and
brothers Harold, Don, Harvey and John.
Memorials may be made to your favorite charity, c/o Shaffer-Jensen Memory Chapel,
P.O. Box 730, Payette, Idaho 83661.
ISSUE 127
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MOVING SALE
June 30-July 1 st, Friday & Saturday,
House is Sold, ALL MUST GO. Many
lovely things, expensive clothes , bedding, dishes, china, window air conditioner, brand new, selling cheap. Doll
collection, fruit jars, Antique Coke
a Cola mirrored picture( Coke for a
nickel is the advertisement ). Men: Garage and shed items. Much too much to
say, so come check it out. All must go.
800 OREGON ST, NEW PLYMOUTH,
NEAR THE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL,
9 AM UNTIL????
LOST & FOUND
Lost Dog: Male English mastiff, dark
brindle with white mark on chest. Blue
collar with tags. Lost 6/22, SE 2nd Ave.
208-301-1312, 208-301-4972. 6/28
Lost Dog: White male terrier, last seen
between Custer and Butte Road near
Hwy 30 West. Please call Dave or Kelly
at 278-3731 or 230-4838. We love him
and want him home. Generous reward
being offered. 6/21
Please help us find Layla! She is a small,
white, wire haired, female terrier who
was lost Monday evening by the East
New Plymouth Exit. She may have
traveled toward Letha or Emmett. If you
see her, call Curtis or Sue @ 278-5890
or 761-4110. She means a lot to us.
Reward Offered. 6/14
Look for our missing beloved pet, a
black lab with a touch of white hair on
chest, front paws and around the mouth.
Answers to the name of Barkely. Has a
collar for invisible fence system. Last
seen Monday or Tuesday of last week in
the Wildridge Subdivision. REWARD
being offered. Call 278-3268 or 9890075. 6/7
CRITTERS
For Sale: baby bantam chickens and
baby turkeys, $2.50 each. Call
278-9225, leave message. 6/28
Boer mix billy goat for sale, $100. Call
278-3938. 6/28
Pretty leopard pony mare, 13 hands. 5
years. Has been lightly started under
saddle, but green. $1500/OBO. Is reg.
POA, but there are issues with papers
from previous owners, so cannot
guarantee papers, but could hardship reg.
and show at POA shows. 278-3930. 6/28
Beautiful yearling AQHA colt,
Hollywood Dun It, Cutter Bill, Docs
Prescription lines. $1500. 278-3930. 6/28
Free to good home, black and white,
bobbed tail border collie/heeler male
1.5 years old. Very smart, lots of cattle
instinct. 278-3930. 6/28
Free Kittens, friendly, black and white.
(208) 278-3930. 6/28
World’s most adorable puppies! Lab mix,
free to good homes. 9 weeks old, black
with white markings. Call 278-3408. 6/21
5 cute kittens, $3 each, comes with food.
2 white, 2 calico & 1 orange. 278-5860.
6/21
Dachshund mix puppies, 5 weeks old.
Ready to go with 1st shots. $200 each.
278-5574. 6/21
Bore Goats full blood & percentages.
Traditional, paints & reds. $200 and up.
Call 278-3859. 6/21
4 Free Kittens to good homes, call 2783384. 6/21
Free 7-month-old male border collie mix,
short hair, red & white color, wants to
work cattle, great with kids. Family is
moving from country to Boise. Call 2783384. 6/21
Manx, Siamese and Calico Kittens. $20
to $65. Call 278-3807. 6/14
For Sale: Purebred but no papers, Australian Shepherds. For more information,
please call 278-3397. 6/14
Pure Bred Chihuahua (Deer Type) almost
1 year old. Loving, great with children
$250. Call 278-5409. 6/7
3 Kittens - Indoor kitties, house broke,
needing good, warm, cozy homes. Stop
by 600 Holly or call 278-5611 to make a
appointment. 6/7
Registered Black and Tan Hound, 9
months old, started. $600/OBO. Call
707-2818. 6/7
Walker, Blue Tick puppies, 9 weeks old.
Parents are excellent hunters. $150/OBO.
Call 707-2818. 6/7
Walker Hound, 10 months old, started.
$400/OBO. Call 208-707-2818. 6/7
Bum Lambs, 3 to 4 weeks old, well
started, $30 each. Call 871-0468 or 2785023. 6/7
Bunnies For Sale, English Spots, Medium Size, $5 each. Call Wendy, 2783253. 5/31
For Sale, 2 yr old seal brown filly, 1/2
quarter horse, 1/2 thoroughbred. Well
started in snaffle bit, gentle natured,
$550. Call 278-5216. 5/31
SEEKING WORK OR WORKERS
Wanting to hire two people for poultry
processing. P/T. Call 278-0127 to apply.
6/28
Ashlyn & Shane Lawn mowing & Weedeating, & odd jobs. New Plymouth area
only. Call 278-5421 for more details.
6/28
In-home babysitting, small group. For
16 NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS more information, please call 278-3589.
6/21
Will do in home care of sorts. Evenings
or nights or as relief person. 20 yrs’
experience. Looking for part-time work,
good references. Call Myrna, 452-5140.
If no answer leave a message. 6/7
Need to take a vacation but have animals
to feed and care for? Give us a call.
We’ll feed and water your animals, large
or small. Call 278-9381. 6/7
Occasional Housework needed. Call
278-5824, ask for Bob or Winnie. 6/7
Maximum Heating and Cooling is looking for a long-term HVAC installer. No
experience necessary. Paid training/apprenticeship available. Looking for a
motivated, self starter. Call 278-3331.
Pay DOE. 5/24
Cody & Trent’s Lawn mowing services.
We are 14 yr old boys looking for summer jobs. Will do anything from weeds
to lawns. Preferably in New Plymouth
or surrounding areas. call 278-5386 or
278-5887. 5/17
Come join the ITS Team, a leader in
the Internet Freight-Matching Industry.
Immediate, full-time clerical/telemarketing positions available, $7 to $9 an hour
D.O.E., benefits. Computer knowledge a
must, financial experience a plus. Apply
at 213 N. Plymouth Ave, New Plymouth.
5/10
WICAP is accepting applications for a
Homemaker Coordinator at the Admin
office in Payette. 3 yrs supervisory exp,
a degree in Social Work or 6 yrs exp in
a social service field working w/elderly,
2 yrs exp administrative/mgmt position, grants writing and budget exp,
strong working knowledge email and
computers. Bilingual desirable. Exempt
Status, 52 wks per year. Entry $2437.46.
Contact WICAP, 315 S Main, Payette,
642-9086 or www.wicaphs.com for application pkg. Closing Date: 05-11-06,
12:00 p.m. 5/3
FURNITURE/APPLIANCES
Window A/C, 2-years old, great working
shape. Call 697-3317. 6/28
Antique oak chair with arms and design
$50. Call 230-1450. 6/28 Queen size
Headboard w/drawers and dresser, Best
Offer $100 for all. Call 278-5548. 6/21
For Sale: Small Apartment-size refrigerator, $50. Call 278-3293. 6/21
Double pillow-top mattress and box
springs, $100. Call 278-9295. 6/21
For Sale: Room Size A/C, for $50. Call
278-3293. 6/21
For Sale: JenAir Trash Compactor, $75.
Call 278-3293. 6/21
For Sale 21cf Amana Refri/Freezer, Off
White, $300. Call 278-5464. 6/7
Round Glass Top Patio Table, $10. Call
278-5230. 6/7 Kitchen Table with 4
chairs, dark wood. $40. Call 278-5230.
6/7
For Sale: good working light stove, $75.
Call 278-5230. 6/7
ISSUE 127
STUFF
Good fruit picking ladders, 2 cameras.
278-5409. 6/28
Wanted to buy old canning/fruit jars.
Please call 278-9225, leave message.
6/28
Nice Ruger 14 mini, wood stock, blue
action with barrel action, 2-clips, one 30
round clip & one 20 round clip. Asking
$450. Call Link, 278-5408 or 695-0398.
6/28
Commercial box stapler (cardboard
stapler) $25. Call 230-1450. 6/28
10-foot aluminum picture window, with
side sliding windows, $95. Call 2301450. 6/28
One 6 ft x12 ft security fencing panel,
$10. Call 278-5846. 6/28
WWII Japanese Rifle $185. Call 2301450. 6/28
1905 Japanese Artillery Saber $500. Call
230-1450. 6/28
WWII Japanese canteen $35. Call 2301450. 6/28
WWII Japanese Battle Flag $150. Call
230-1450. 6/28
Single shot 20 gauge shotgun $25. Call
230-1450. 6/28
Zon Scare Cannon, solid metal, made in
Holland (antique). Call 230-1450. 6/28
Single shot 20 gauge shotgun $25. Call
230-1450. 6/28
1935 Antique German-made key-wound
brass wall clock (shaped like a pocket
watch) $150. Call 230-1450. 6/28
Wood Cable Spool (make a great work
bench or table) $25.Call 230-1450. 6/28
110 Gallon Gas Tank with stand, hose
and nozzle. $85. Call 278-5846. 6/28
Four Security Fencing Gates, $10 each.
Call 278-5846. 6/28
McKormick loading adaptor, $25. Call
278-5846. 6/28
14 ft. fishing boat w/trailer, 35hp motor,
$750/OBO. Call 405-1101. 6/28
Trampoline for sale, $40/OBO. Call
Larry 278-5509. 6/28
Grass Hay, small bales $90/ton, Call
278-5532. 6/28
Feeder Hay $55/ton. Call 278-5450. 6/28
Alfalfa Grass Hay For Sale, $85 ton or
$3 bale. Call 278-3859. 6/21
Glider Rocker $15, Steel Rotating
Clothes Line $50, Extra thick futon mattress $15, Portable tire tether ball pole
$10. Call 278-3807. 6/14
For Sale – Grass Hay, great for horses.
$70/ton. Call 278-3731. 6/14
Have a lot of Coca Cola Items, Collector
Items. Make offer. Call 278-5230. 6/7
HO Gauge Model Railroad. Call 2304956, New Plymouth. 5/31
Wanted: Spoiled and /or rotting hay. Call
Rachel at 278-5899. Will haul. 5/24
Original Art Greeting cards - proofs
and overruns, All blank on inside. 75¢
each or 12 for $6. Mix or match – your
choice. Limited to stock on hand. See
and choose at A B Company Printing,
304 W Elm St. Open 9am-5 pm Mon-Fri.
HOMES/APARTMENTS/OFFICES/
LAND
Small Pasture, fenced, roughly ½ acre.
(For one or two cows or horses). For
Rent at reasonable cost. Summer Use
only, lots of grass to eat. Call 278-0111
afternoons and evenings. 6/7
For Rent: Good Pasture for 2 pair beef or
2 horses. Call 278-5409. 6/14
For Rent: 3 bedroom, 2 bath with small
pasture, $850/mouth, plus deposit. 5900
SE 2nd.- New Plymouth. Call 850-0685
or 336-0916. 6/14
For Sale: House, priced to sell fast! Great
New Plymouth location. 4 bedrooms,
1-1/2 baths, with amenities. All new appliances, 2-car garage and outbuildings.
Priced below appraisal at $98,500. Call
278-5890 or 761-4110. 6/7
VEHICLES & FARM EQUIPMENT
Hot Walker wanted! If you have an
old hot walker that you’d like to have
removed, please give me a call. Lyn at
278-3665. 6/28
TRUCK! 90 Dodge diesel, 3/4, clean new tires - brakes & windshield.$4,500.
Call 278-5687 or see at 312 E. Park Ave.
New Plymouth. 6/28
CHEVY! 94 Caprice classic, new tires
- brakes - windshield. $3,500. Call 2785687 or see at 312 E. Park Ave. New
Plymouth. 6/28
96 FORD ASPIRE, gets great gas
mileage. $2,000. Call 278-5687 or see at
312 E. Park Ave, New Plymouth, after
6pm. 6/28
1994 Harley Davidson Sporters 883, has
forward control mounts, 10125 miles,
$5500/OBO. Call 278-0137 for more
details. 6/28
1990 C&B Flat 4-horse Slant Load
Trailer, very low mileage, good condition, good tires, swing out saddle rack.
$6300. Call 278-3889. 6/7
1966 GMC Pick-up, runs good, $750/
OBO. Call 278-5890. 6/7
1985 Ford Bronco II for $800/OBO. Call
208-880-6681. ask for Tracy. 5/31
For Sale, 2002 Honda XR200R, $1000.
Call 278-3460. 6/21
1972 ¾ ton Ford Pick-up, 360 V8, 4speed, $500. Call 278-5844. 6/21
1994 2-door Toyota Tercel, 4 sp manual,
new stereo & sun roof, good interior.
A Good 4 row 3-pt corn planter, $400.
Please call 278-5409. 6/14
Aluminum stock rack for a small pickup,
$50. Call 278-5409. 6/14
1990 C&B Flat 4-horse Slant Load
Trailer, very low mileage, good condition, good tires, swing out saddle rack.
$6300. Call 278-3889. 6/7
1966 GMC Pick-up, runs good, $750/
OBO. Call 278-5890. 6/7
2 Campers, 1 black camper, nice
condition, door in poor shape, used on
Toyota pick-up. 1 silver & brown camper
in good condition with small gash on
right side. Make an offer. Call Link, 278WEDNESDAY, JUNE 28, 2006
5408 or 695-0398. 6/28
3-speed Oldsmobile auto transmission
$75. Call 230-1450. 6/28
Chevy 348 cu in engine, $195. Call 2301450. 6/28
Great school car/commuter. Gets about
30-35 MPG. 148,000 miles on odometer.
$1995 or best offer. Only cash is accepted. 602-1974 (Ty). 6/14
OTHER
Whitewater House Cleaning. Reasonable Rates. Cell-739-6382. 6/21
Don’s Custom Painting, Interior,
Exterior. Licensed Contractor. 208-2783136. 6/14
Want Wurmy Apples? Time to Spray
your Fruit Trees! Get rid of Wasps,
Spiders, Aphids, Ants, and Earwigs. Call
Curtis Harwell Pest Control, 278-5890.
6/7
Friends, Freebies & Fun - Earn Free
gifts with every successful Stamp-n-up
workshop. Here is an opportunity for
you and your friends to share an exciting
time learning the art of rubber stamping
absolutely free. In fact, it’s better than
free because you can earn free stamp sets
of your choice Just for having a workshop totaling $150 or more. Call Rachel
739-6846 to book your stamp -n - up
workshop today. 6/28
CDKLAN Computers, hardware, software, consulting, networking and training, David Allwein. Call 278-5899. 5/3
Providence interior painting. Call
Katherine or Sara at 278-5899. 5/3
We will haul off old vehicles, motors, lawn mowers, anything to do with
anything metal. Some vehicles we’ll pay
to haul off & we will pick up old appliances. Call 278-9826. 6/7
Bonnie’s Daycare now has three immediate openings for infant to five-yearold children. I am a Registered ICCP
Provider for low-income families. I have
had CPR and First Aid Training and
completed a home inspection. I have
over five years’ experience working in
childcare centers and in the home. Open
6 am to 6 pm. $2.30 per hour for all ages,
with a 20% discount for siblings. Meals
provided. Transportation may be available in some cases. Allow me to provide
safe, nurturing care for your little ones.
Please call Bonnie at 278-5628. 5/3
Is your High School Class having a reunion this year? Put the Payette County
Museum on the agenda of things to do!
Call 642-4883 to set the date.
Rugrats Daycare. 278-3395. MondayFriday, 6am—6pm. ICCP, CPR, and First
Aid Certified. Taking Newborns to 12
years of age. In-home environment with
1/2 acre fully fenced in play area. Transport your Rugrats to and from school.
Have 2+ years experience. We are moms
that want the best care for your children
as well as our own. Call for Rates. Tonya
or Stacey. 3/22
Certified Birth Doula currently has
openings for new clients. If you would
like to know more about how I can help
you achieve a positive birth experience
for you and your baby, please give me a
call. I work with single mothers as well
as couples, and also do free childbirth
education meetings in your home. I’m
looking forward to meeting you! Please
call Tricia Snyder at 278-5747. 2/22
ACHD (Ada County Highway District)
is looking for interested people who
would like to Commuter Ride Van from
Payette County/Ontario with stops in either Black Canyon or Sandhollow exit to
Gowen Field, Boise. Federal Technicians
and AGR’s are eligible for vouchers
that cover the entire cost if they use the
ACHD Commuter Ride van. Van schedule would be 0700-1630. If interested
please call (208)422-6466
Trouble Sleeping? New breakthrough
in nanotechnology lets you sleep like a
baby - even prevents snoring - safely,
with no drugs or side effects. ABCompany, 278-5800, or come to the store at
304 W Elm St. 10 AM to 4 PM (winter
hours).
PILGRIM COVE CAMP Does your
church, youth group, school or non-profit
group need a place to hold a retreat, banquet or event? The Pilgrim Cove Camp
in McCall, Idaho, has just the place for
you. We are a year-round camp that can
accommodate your needs. Our camp
can hold up to 60 people in the winter
months and 125 people in the summer
months for overnight retreats. We have
2 meeting areas and a large dining room.
Our camp has a magnificent view of the
Payette Lake and is located just a few
minutes from downtown McCall. Details
on how to book a retreat can be found on
our website at www.pilgrimcovecamp.
org or by calling (208)634-5555 and asking for Josh or Judy. 5/31
Carrie French/John Ogburn Memorial Scholarship Candles at EZ-Mart
& Pilgrim Market. 60% of the profits go
to Scholarship Fund. Candles are $10.00
each - Kiddo Candles.
Sign Language Classes starting soon.
Have you ever wanted to learn sign
language? Here’s your chance. Classes
will be offered for Moms and Babies,
Youth, Teens, Adults and Seniors. This is
a fun way to communicate with friends
and children. Looks great on a resume.
Reasonable prices. Classes starting soon.
Contact Chris Mayberry at 278-5665 for
more details. 4/26
Kiddo Candles now in New Plymouth
EZ Mart - Next to the US Post Office.
All Candles hand-poured in New Plymouth. Call 891-9595. 11/2
fees at 278-0127 or 278-3471. 10/5
High speed internet available EVERYWHERE! Out in the country…no problem. Contact Bruce or Ava at 577-8723.
8/30
Come Join New Plymouth’s Hottest Clogging Dance Team “Buckles
& Bows.” For Guys and Gals, every
Tuesday starting Sept. 13 Located at
VFW Hall (next to DJ’s Pilgrim Market). Preschool - 2nd Grade 3:15 - 3:45;
Beginners 3rd grade and up, 3:45 - 4:15.
Classes $15/month Contact Mary Ann
Walker, 549-2138 Adult class available;
call for times.
Richard Frates tree removal service.
Trees removed on case-by-case basis.
Free estimates. Call: 278-5636.
Rodenator Services Protect crops,
orchards and ranches. Eliminate preventable horse injuries from burrowing
pests and tunnels. High elimination
rate/environmentally friendly. Young &
Stearns Underground Pest Abatement
208.278.5818 / 208.989.6225 Serving
SW Idaho/Eastern Oregon. Specializing
in Farms & Horse Ranches. 4/20
Computer Services & Tutoring ~ Web
Design. Computer gone buggy, running
slower than it used to? Need to learn to
download photos from your digital camera & email them? Virus and spyware
removal, maintenance, equipment and
software upgrades, computer lessons,
website design, wireless networking.
House calls! I’ll pick up your computer
and deliver it to you when it’s finished or
you can drop it off at my shop. References available. Laurie Macrae, 208-2783545. Email [email protected] or
visit www.lauriemacrae.com. Weekend
and evening calls ok. 6/22
Valley Family Medical offers FREE
Yoga classes to their patients. *Health
*Balance *Strength. Call The New
Plymouth Clinic for more details: (208)
278-3335. Classes offered by Jim Callis,
MPAS, PA-C.
LINE DANCING: CALL Ann 2785800. 4/6
Food Bank & Clothing Closet. Open
last 3 Mondays of each month, 10 am-1
pm. Highway Assembly of God, 100
Whitley Dr., Fruitland. Contact information or donation: 208-278-9861.
CEA-HOW: a 12-step program for recovering compulsive eaters. Meetings are
Monday 2 - 3 PM at the Senior Citizen
Center back room; Wednesday 7 - 8 PM
at Community of Christ Church, 327 Elm
St. For more information contact Angela
at 350-8508 or Lynae at 278-3081.
Kiddocandles.com, we also do Refills
in your favorite container. Call with
any questions. We have lots of Holiday
Scents. Every Candle is hand-poured.
891-9595. 10/26
Custom Poultry Processing by Homegrown Poultry LLC. Call for processing
ISSUE 127
Church Activity
Announcements
Assembly of God News
Are you ready?? another busy week for
the Lord,
**
Car Wash and Baked Food Sale—
Saturday, July 1 from 10-2. Proceeds will
go to help with
new building. We still have some areas
to finish up. So we will see you there. If
you’ve nothing to do, come out and lend
a hand. The men will be doing some work
around and another pair of hands is sure a
blessing.
**
Saturday, July 8, at 11:30 am you are
invited to a wedding. Bethany Roark and
Russell Givens request your presence as
they begin their new lives together. This
happy occasion will take place at The
New Plymouth Assembly of God Church
out at the edge of town. Come give them
your blessing as God blesses them.
**
CHURCH WORK DAY, Saturday, July
15 at 8:30 am. Please bring something
for a potluck lunch. Come ready to serve,
share in the work, share in the lunch and
the fellowship and the blessings. See you
there.
ALSO Saturday, July 15, at 7 pm, Men’s
Sporting Clay Shoot at Jim Walls house.
Please bring a finger food or a dessert to
share. The men had this before and lots
of men showed up and a great time was
had by all. Thanks to Jim & Carrie for
having all the men out. God Bless.
**
The county Fair and Parade is August 912. We need a couple of volunteers to be
in charge of the float this year. The theme
is “Celebrating 60 Years of Food, Family
and Fair.” We are all looking forward to
this. Come on out and show us your talent
and have fun doing it.
**
KIDS, next Sunday is BGMC, don’t
forget your pennies for Jesus.
**
Church Campout is only 68 days away,
get your camp gear ready.
**
Remember-Time flies so fast and all of
a sudden your children are all grown up,
married and gone. Please do all the fun
stuff you can with them while they are
young and you have them at home. You
don’t have much time as time flies and
it really does. Love your kids and don’t
be afraid to show them, and the most
valuable thing you can give them is-YOUR TIME.
**
Church Directory
Assembly of God
278-5711
Worship: 11:00 am, 6:00 pm
Family night Wednesday 7:00 pm
Sunday School all ages 10 am
Pastor: Elden Issak
Bible Faith Fellowship
278-3125
Worship: 11:00 am
Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 pm
Pastor Jim Mayes
Church of Christ
1st S Nebraska Ave in Fruitland
Sunday Bible Study 10 am
Worship 11 am and 6 pm
Wednesday Bible Study 7 pm
Minister Herman Pope
452-3445
Church of Jesus Christ
of Latter-Day Saints
Seminary: Brother Butler 278-9290
Youth Activity Wednesday 7:00 pm
1st Ward 278-3663
Sacrament Meeting 11:00 am
Bishop Lane Austin
2nd Ward 278-3880
Sacrament Meeting 9:00 am
Bishop Kreal Christensen
Church of the Nazarene
278-9494
Sunday School: 9:45 am
Worship: 11:00 am
Evening Evangelistic Hour: 6:30 pm
Wednesday Midweek Service: 6:30 pm
Pastor Rod Tegethoff
Community of Christ
327 Elm 278-5817
Continental breakfast/ fellowship 9-10am
Classes from 10:00 till 11:00 for All ages
Worship service at 11:00
Nursery available. We have a totally handicapped equipped building for our physically challenged friends. ALL are welcome!
Joe & Venita Shockley
Co-Pastors
Corpus Christ Catholic Community
St Aloysius Catholic Church
642-2261
Saturday 4:15-5:15pm Payette Confessions
Saturday 5:30pm Payette Mass English
Sunday 8:30 am Payette Mass English
Sunday 10:30 am Payette Mass English
Sunday 1:00 pm Payette Mass Spanish
Monday,Tuesday,Wednesday,Friday
9:30 Mass
Thursday Adoration of Blessed Sacrament
10:00am
Father Calvin L. Blankinship Jr.
First Baptist Church
278-3233
Sunday School (all ages) 9:45 am
Worship: 11:00 am
Jr. Hi & Sr. Hi Youth Fellowship 5:30 pm
Pastor Phil Pittman, Jr.
Immanuel Lutheran Church
278-3080
Sunday School & Adult Class: 10:00 am
Worship: 11:00 am
Lutheran Hour: 9:30 am, Channel 630 AMDial KBOI Boise
Pastor Robert Rowley
18 NEW PLYMOUTH NEWS IT’S HARD TO STUMBLE WHEN
YOU’RE DOWN ON YOUR KNEES--GOD BLESS YOU ALL, COME SEE
US AT CHURCH, WE’RE WATCHING
FOR YOU AND WE HAVE A SEAT
SAVED.
Catholic Church News
Divorce Care. You don’t have to go
through it alone. Find help at Divorce Care
– weekly seminar and support group for
people who are separated or divorced. It’s
a place where you can be around people
who understand what you are feeling.
Baptist Church News
It’s a place where you can hear valuable
During the morning worship services on
information about ways to heal from
Sundays (11 a.m.), we will be studying
the hurt. This is a non-denominational
the book of Proverbs. If you do not have a gathering based on scripture. The weekly
church family, please come and learn from seminar is held Thursdays at 7 p.m. at Holy
this very powerful book on wisdom and
Family Parish Hall in Payette (1212 1st
basic principles for daily living. This study Ave. S). If you have questions, call Tad at
will go through the summer months.
278-3286.
Women’s Bible Study is held on Thursday
mornings at 10 a.m. at the church.
New Life in Home Ministry
We have several new adult Sunday School Introducing New Life in Home Ministry.
classes during the summer, including
Here to serve you 24/7. Call Rev. Minister
“Every Man’s Battle” (a very personal, but Curtis Harwell. Call 761-4110 (cell) or
relevant, study for men both single and
278-5890 (home). Sharing the true plan of
married), a Bible study on women of the
salvation.
Bible and what we can learn from them; a
study on Galatians; and a study of I Kings
Seventh Day Adventist
and I and II Chronicles. Sunday School
You are invited to a free gourmet
classes are held from nursery age through
vegetarian meal at the Good Neighbor
adult classes. They begin at 9:45 a.m.
Community Center, 117 E. Park, just
Jr.Hi R.I.O.T. Sunday nights at 5:30 p.m.
following the worship service at noon
at the church. Sr. Hi. BYE Sunday nights
every Saturday. We would love to meet you
at 5:30 p.m. at the church.
and share a wonderful time of fellowship.
Home Cell Groups are available at various
You will feel very welcome.
locations and times on Wednesdays,
Thursdays, and Sundays. Please contact
the church for more information, 2783233.
Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel
Elm Street -888-9631
Traditional Latin Mass: 6:30 pm Sunday
Father Christopher Darby
Our Savior’s Bible Church
278-5899
Worship: 10:30am
Tuesday Bible Study: 7:30 pm
Pilgrims for Christ
642-4460 or 365-7224
At old NP Grange on Maple St
Sunday 10:00 am—Wednesday 7:00 pm
Plymouth Congregational Church UCC
278-3577
Pastor Susan Howe
Church Public Relations
Officers:
Please send us your news
items, as well as any corrections and additions. Send them
to: editor@newplymouthnews.
com, or PO Box 10, New
Plymouth, ID 83655. Or call
278-3330 ext. 6003, and leave a
message. Thank you!
Sunday School 9:30 am Worship: 10:30 am
Sand Hollow Baptist Church
29627 Old Hwy 30 - 455-1539
Sunday School (all age) 10:00am
Worship for children’s church 10:45am
Wednesday night youth group 6:30pm
Wednesday night adult bible study 7:00pm
Pastor Dallas Claypool
Seventh-Day Adventist
107 E. Park
Sabbath School 9:30 am Worship 11:00 am
Prayer meeting Tues. 7pm
278-3813
Treasure Valley Mennonite Church
Sunday School 10 am
Worship 11 am
Pastor: 278-5340
4110 SW 1st Ave
278-3769
ISSUE 127
COMMUNITY
RESPONSE & NOTICES
To be considered for publication, letters must include
your name, address, and phone number. Email:[email protected] or mail to PO Box 10,
NP 83655. Deadline for publication is the FRIDAY
BEFORE YOU WANT IT TO APPEAR. Submissions
AFTER that deadline will probably be published the
following week.
NOTICES
The City of New Plymouth has a crop of alfalfa and
grass mix on 3 acres of ground at 5827 Adams Road.
The City is requesting bids from people who might
be interesting in cutting, baling and removing the hay.
If you are interested in harvesting the crop, sealed
offers will be accepted until 5:00 p.m., Monday, July
3, 2006, at New Plymouth City Clerk’s Office, 301
North Plymouth Avenue, or mail to P.O. Box 158, New
Plymouth, Idaho 83655. If you have any questions,
please contact Beau Ziemer at 278-5338.
SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING FOR
SALE
The City of New Plymouth is offering the following
single family manufactured home for sale. Sealed
offers will be accepted until 5:00 p.m., Monday, July
3, 2006 at New Plymouth City Clerk’s Office, 301
North Plymouth Avenue, or mail to P.O. Box 158,
New Plymouth, Idaho 83655. All offers will be opened
at 7 p.m. the same day and the bid awarded. All
offers must be sealed and the words “Single Family
Manufactured Home” printed on the envelope. The
successful bidder will be required to pay in full at the
agreed upon purchase date by cash, cashier’s check
or certified check. The home will need to be removed
within 90 days, so the successful bidder will also state
in the bid the date that the home will be removed from
the property. The dwelling being offered was part
of a recent land purchase made by the City of New
Plymouth and can be viewed at 5827 Adams Road,
southwest of New Plymouth city limits. The interior
of the home may be viewed by appointment only and
inquiries answered by contacting Beau Ziemer, Public
Works Superintendent at 278-5338.
A brief description of the dwelling follows:
Approximate Square Feet: 1152 sq. feet
Manufactured Home; Built in 1979
Electric, Forced Air, Metal Roof
2 bedroom/2 bath, Kitchen, Formal Dining Room,
Living Room, Great Room
This structure is to be sold as is and no warranty is
made as to its condition.
Angela P’Pool
City Clerk/Treasurer
A YELLOW RIBBON
Guest opinion submitted by Idaho Senator Mike Crapo
I see them most often when driving. Yellow ribbons adorning vehicles and windows -- a
reminder that fellow American men and women are going about routines far more dangerous
than our usual drive to work or trip to the store.
We hear intermittent success stories and regrettably more doom and gloom in our media about
the progress of the rebuilding and emergence of democracy in places far from home. These
reports depict single observations of events and trends. Each may be valid, but should be
considered with the bigger picture. When we listen to our troops, we hear another part of the
story.
In an April visit to Iraq, retired four-star General Barry R. McCaffrey, who served during
Operation Desert Storm under President Clinton as the U.S. Drug Czar, and now as an NBC
military analyst, reported: “The morale, fighting effectiveness and confidence of U.S. combat
forces continue to be simply awe-inspiring...I probed for weakness and found courage, belief
in the mission...an understanding of the larger mission...unabashed patriotism and a sense of
humor...Many planned to re-enlist regardless of how long the war went on.” These words reflect
sentiments of the Idaho members of the 116th when I visited with them in Texas in the summer
of 2004 and in Iraq last fall. If this is the general feeling of troops on the ground, why should
our commitment at home be any less?
Theirs is patriotism by the minute. One army private told of the detonation of an Improvised
Explosive Device (IED) six feet from where he and his patrol were standing. The device
exploded in a different direction, sparing him injuries beyond ringing in his ears that lasted for
hours. The seconds-long detonation could have changed this man’s life forever; yet he, like his
fellow soldiers, continues on. Insurgents have learned that fleeing the scene of an explosion
attracts attention, so perpetrators in this attack remained anonymous in a sea of people on cell
phones. The enemy is sometimes invisible, always determined, and clearly not invincible.
Abu Musab Al-Zarqawi’s death reveals the bravery of Iraqis who infiltrate the web of
insurgents (many times on pain of death to them or family members). It underscores two core
necessities for our troops’ safety and success: the people’s trust and the willingness of Iraqis to
withstand horror and despair in hope for a better future.
Supporting our troops asserts our hope for the future. Some claim to support our military
members but not the mission--perhaps in an attempt not to repeat the shameful reception
American troops received upon their return home from Vietnam. Yet, this makes the entire
sentiment void of meaning. Supporting the troops means support for their “belief in the
mission” and an understanding of “the larger mission,” that of taking the fight against terrorism
to its roots. This is what the yellow ribbon on the back of a passing car means.
“National Review” writer Andrew McCarthy put it best: “Hopefully, Zarqawi’s demise is a
clarifying event in the United States-for the administration, the Congress, and-hope against
hope-the media. This was the real American military in action, in all its effectiveness, doing
what the American people sent it to do despite often impossibly difficult circumstances: namely,
eliminate nondescript terrorists who strike in stealth then weave themselves back into the
civilian population.”
Last week, Congress approved much-needed funding for our troops on the ground. This
will equip those who are taking freedom’s defense to those whose creed and actions aim to
destroy what our country stands for: liberty and individual human rights free from murderous
tyranny and oppression.
Newspaper Info: Editor: Anne Church, 2783330, ext. 6003 or: editor@ newplymouthnews.
com. Mail: PO Box 10, New Plymouth, ID
83655. Article submission deadline: Friday prior
to publication. Printed by the Idaho Press Tribune, Nampa, Idaho. Subscription Information:
distributed FREE in the 83655 ZIP code. All
others, please send your name & mailing address
& phone number along with annual subscription
rate of $10 to the address listed above.
ISSUE 127

6-28-2006 - New Plymouth News

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