Andrea Jeffers and Carl Sorrels were married July 4, 2003 at Little White Wedding Chapel in Las Vegas [Nevada]. Joann Shaefer performed the ceremony. She is the daughter of Carla and Jerry Jeffers of The Dalles. She attended Sonrise Academy graduating in 1999. She also attended Columbia Gorge Community College and currently works at Spooky’s in The Dalles. He is the son of Ailene Murray, Fruitland, Idaho, and Janice and Frank Sorrels, The Dalles. He is a 1995 graduate of The Dalles High school and works for Northwest Windshields. The couple honeymooned in Disneyland. The Dalles Chronicle July 20, 2003. Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Enjoy a special introductory offer for dial-up Internet access — limited time only! http://join.msn.com/?page=dept/dialup

Rodney and Carmen Knopes, Goldendale [Washington] have announced the birth of their daughter Caroline Mae Knopes. She was born August 14, 2003 weighing 7 pounds 5 ounces and was 19 inches. Maternal grandparents are Roger and Connie Black, Trout Lake, and paternal Grandparents are Larry and Drusilla Knopes, Clarkston, Washington. She joins siblings Vicki, 17, Jason, 15, Ryan, 11, Nicolas, 11, and Hannah, 6, At her home in Goldendale. The Dalles Chronicle September 28, 2003. Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Have fun customizing MSN Messenger — learn how here! http://www.msnmessenger-download.com/tracking/reach_customize

Mike and Angie Sayler, Lyle [Washington], wish to announce the birth of their son, Nathanael Michael Zane Sayler, born September 10, 2003 at 2:48 a.m. He weighted 7 pounds 8 ounces and was 21.25 inches. Maternal grandparents are Kevan and Nora Bren, Appleton [Washington], and paternal grandparents are Evelyn Arnegard, The Dalles and Robert Sayler, Portland. He joins siblings Marcella, 4, and Caleb, 2, at his home in Lyle. The Dalles Chronicle September 28, 2003. Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Make your home warm and cozy this winter with tips from MSN House & Home. http://special.msn.com/home/warmhome.armx

Cristy Burleson and David “D.J.” Bullock, Jr., have announced the birth of their Daughter Zamarah Jean Irene Bullock. She was born September 4, 2003 at 11:25 p.m., weighing 7 pounds and was 21 inches. Maternal grandparents are Barbara Burleson, The Dalles, and Sherman Burleson, Umatilla {Oregon}. Paternal grandparents are David and Connie Bullock, The Dalles. Maternal great-grandparents are Harry and Deloris Bogosian, Salem [Oregon]; Thodora Wendt, Salem; and Rhonda Burleson, The Dalles. Paternal great grandparents are William and Peggy Keyser, White Salmon [Washington]; Lavolya Johnson, Roseburg [Oregon]; and Robert Bullock, Pell City, Alabama. Paternal great-great grandparents are Sylvia Still, Oroville, California and Loren and Agnes Nichols, Billings, Montana. She joins her brother, Zachary Bullock, 2, at home. The Dalles Chronicle September 28, 2003. Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Take advantage of our limited-time introductory offer for dial-up Internet access. http://join.msn.com/?page=dept/dialup

Looking Back: A Glimpse Through The Chronicle’s Files December 28, 2003 40 Years Ago, December 28, 1963 Wahtonka (The Dalles) hoopsters played two games that ended with teetering scores at White Salmon [Washington] Friday night. The varsity lost to the Washingtonians 74-72 and the Jayvees took a 47-45 decision in the game. It was the first game of the season between the two teams. Wahtonka forward John Lewis reached scoring heights in the second quarter getting 14 and winding up with 31 for the evening. Top scorer for the Wahtonka Jayvees was Terry Way with 21. Gordon Proctor tallied 13. 60 Years Ago, December 28, 1943 Mrs. L.P. McGuire (Hazel Ralston) received word during the weekend saying that her husband, Second Lieutenant McGuire, navigator for the U.S. Army Air Corps had been awarded the air medal for “meritorious achievement while participating” during the period between August 14 and September 23, in “troop carrier and cargo flights totaling over 104 hours in combat areas where exposure to enemy fire was probable.” Elected recently as officers of the Associated Student body of The Dalles high school for the second semester were: Lawrence Phipps, president; Henry Locy, vice-president; Dona Stoop, secretary; and George Weber, treasurer. Four generations gathered for the Christmas celebration at the home of Mr. and Mrs. G.L. Dunlop of Route 4. Mrs. Dunlop’s stepfather and mother, Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell and their son, Charles, came from Vancouver, Washington and Mrs. Dunlop’s grandmother, Mrs. Anna Hyland, was there from Portland. The Dunlop’s two children represented the fourth generation. 80 Years Ago, December 28, 1923 Hal Holland, the Walla Walla [Washington] man who is being detained in this city on charges of drunkenness growing out of an automobile collision on the Columbia River Highway six miles east of here Wednesday evening will be tried by a jury in Justice J.W. Allen’s court tomorrow. Holland has elected to stand trial and has engaged the services of an attorney to defend him. He claims that he is not a drinking man and that the charge is unjustified. Mr. and Mrs. Dick Darnielle returned last evening from Colfax, Washington where they had been for a week visiting Mrs. Darnielle’s parents. They made the trip by automobile traveling the 265 miles in 11 hours yesterday in spite of two or three inches on the road through the Dayton country. Snow was falling steadily in that section for the first 50 miles of the return trip, Mr. Darnielle said. 100 Years Ago, December 28, 1903 At their entertainment New Year’s night at the Methodist church, the members of Mrs. Smith French’s Sunday school class expects to be assisted by Miss Orcutt, a fine vocalist and will add greatly to excellence of the program. Two shows in one are what we are to be treated to tonight, for Manager Crosby has secured the Cosgrove Concert Company orchestra to furnish music. The Andrew Robson company reached here yesterday and from appearances are high-class actors. Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Worried about inbox overload? Get MSN Extra Storage now! http://join.msn.com/?PAGE=features/es

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Van Pelt, Callenberg, Russell, Yparraguire, Stacher, Matejov, Moe, Dressler, Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/2ZB.2ACE/302 Message Board Post: John Van Pelt 1907-----emigrated from Holland 1909-----Naturalized 1910-----baker -- Alameda, California 1920-----contract painting -- Alameda, California 1923-----abandoned wife and children in California 1924-----house painter 5923 W. Lake Street, Chicago, Illinois 1932-----moved to 3046 West Monroe Street, Chicago, Illinois Sketchy info at best. May have been associated with Hugo Callenberg (also from Leiden, Holland) who was also a baker/painter. Any info appreciated to my email address:[email protected] Thanks, Stephen

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: WALL/PERKINS/CURTRIGHT Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/2ZB.2ACE/301 Message Board Post: Looking for information on the following family from the 1920 census, listed as living in the West Dalles area. Sarah Curtright appears on the 1920 census as head of household with her daughter Opal Perkins and three l Grandchildren Elsie, Edna, and Ernest Wall. In the 1930 census, Sarah is gone, having moved to Clark County Washington. Opal is now listed as Rose (or Rosa) Perkins and still has the three children with her in Wasco Co. My Grandmother is Opal Wall/Curtright beleived to be the oldest of the previous mentioned Wall children. She was raised by her Grandmother Sarah Curtright but we cannot locate her anywhere with the other children or Sarah. She was born in 1907 in Drake, Larimer Co., Colorado and died in Vancouver, Clark Co., Washington in 1966. Sarah died in Vancouver in 1934. Please help!!!!

The Dalles Daily Chronicle, Monday, July 8, 1895 page two DEATH OF HONORABLE J.C. MURPHY To The Editor: - Honorable J. C. Murphy died at his home near Antelope [Oregon] this morning at 7 o’clock of concussion of the brain, caused by injuries received in a runaway July 4th. At that time Mr. Murphy was in good health, and driving, in company with E.M. Shutt, in his open cart, to see the races. Just before reaching the race track his horse became frightened and ran away, breaking the cart and throwing the occupants out, Mr. Murphy alighting on his head. He was considerably stunned, but nothing serious was thought of it at the time, as he rode his horse home that evening and made but little complaint as to any pain; but next morning he became unconscious. Dr. Pilkington was hastily summoned, and worked faithfully with him for twenty-two hours, but of no avail; he remained unconscious most of the time. At 5 o’clock this morning he rallied for a short time and bade his family good bye, soon sinking again into unconsciousness, after which the end soon came quietly and peacefully. Mr. Murphy leaves a wife and six children living, thirteen grandchildren and a host of friends to mourn his loss. His wife and two children, Creed and Mrs. Clark, and several grandchildren were with him when death came. His daughter, Mrs. Wiley of The Dalles, has been sent for, and is expected to arrive in time to attend the funeral at Antelope tomorrow at 2 p.m. His eldest son, Charley, and his two youngest children, Ed and Fanny, are visiting near Silverton [Oregon], and do not yet know the sad misfortune which has befallen them; while two daughters, Mrs. McGreer and a little girl, preceded their father to the grave. Mr. Murphy has lived on his ranch adjoining town for over seventeen years. He was among the early settlers, was widely known and universally esteemed. Mr. Murphy has been a life-long republican, an earnest, consistent worker and had a state reputation for his sound principals. He was a delegate to the late state convention, and was the father-in-law of Honorable Henry McGreer, joint representative for Wasco and Sherman county. Mr. Murphy was a political writer of considerable note, and contributed slmost weekly to the political columns of the local papers. He was also a speaker of great ability at all conventions and public gatherings. In disposition he was kind and jovial, having a pleasant word for all and malice toward none. Many a heart will be saddened by the news of his sudden death. The entire community sympathizes with the bereaved family, for in his death they lose a kind and loving husband and father, and the country one of its most highly honored and respected citizens. He was upwards of 60 years of age, but was in good health, with the prospect of many years of life still before him. Peace to his memory. Signed Hornette Antelope, July 6, 1895. ACCIDENT IN THE DESCHUTES To The Editor: - Two gentlemen named John Ludwick and Adolph Haimen, respectively, attempted to cross the Deschutes in a canoe on July 4th. The canoe capsized and both men were thrown into the swift water. Ludwick has not been found. Adolph Haimen swam down the stream about two miles and finally reached the land. The men had been in Sherman county looking for work. Signed G. Victor, July 5th. AN OCCULIST OF EXPERIENCE Dr. J.P. Lewenberg, an eye specialist of 25 years experience, is now at the Umatilla House [The Dalles] where he will examine eyes for defective vision. He uses only the latest and approved methods in the examination of the eyes. He asks no questions of the patient, but reads the interior of the eye with the ophthalmoscope as you would a book. All defects of vision are corrected by carefully prepared lenses. He invites physicians and scientific people to investigate his method. No charge for examination. Children’s eyes examined and rating given in printed form available for school purposes free of charge. All who suffer with headache, dizziness or pain in eyes are invited to call and have the eyes examined. If you have glasses that make your eyes ache bring them to me and I will show you the cause. Dr. Lewenberg is not a spectacle peddler nor traveling optician, but was compelled by ill health to leave a lucrative practice of 20 years at Philadelphia and seek health in this genial clime. He takes this method of acquainting himself with the people of this coast for his future home. BRIEF MENTION page three Leaves From the Notebook of Chronicle Reporters. Mr. Frank Chase, whose place is about four miles from town, made final proof before the land office today. Reverend C.P. Bailey, of the First Baptist church of Prineville [Oregon], preached at the Calvary Baptist church of this city, yesterday morning and evening. He will preach again this evening at 7:30. All are cordially welcomed. A small party was given in honor of little Carmel Bolton this afternoon, at the residence of Mrs. J.W. French. The little ones had a delightful time on the grassy lawn and the day will be long remembered as a red letter one. City Treasurer Burget informs THE CHRONICLE that the money from the sale of city bonds has left Boston [Massachusetts] and will reach The Dalles about July 12th. The amount is $38,000. When the coin arrives Mr. Burget will issue a call for all city warrants and pay them. The Dalles will then be on a cash basis and the first steps in a more rigid economical government will have been taken. Word has just been received that Archie Bassoni, the grandson of Mr. Alex McLeod of Kingsley [Oregon], was killed by being thrown from a horse in Sherman county. His body was brought to Kingsley, where the funeral takes place today. The young man was a brother to Miss Annie Bassoni of whose death from poisoning mention was made in this paper some time ago. The Hood River campmeeting begins July 25th, at the Belmont camping ground. A number of efficient ministers have been engaged and a profitable time expected. Those who come in teams can pasture them at reasonable rates. Hood River is a beautiful place and the campground pleasantly situated. A cordial invitation is extended for all to attend and help make the meeting a success. Those who go should take their tents and prepare to camp. Reverend T.D. Gregory and Reverend F.L. Johns will be the pastors in charge. PERSONAL MENTION page three Mr. F.A. Seufert returned today from Portland. Mr. T.H. Johnston of Dufur [Oregon] is in the city today. Mr. W.E. Walthers was a passenger on this morning’s local. Mrs. S.B. Adams is reported to be quite sick at her residence. Reverend Bronsgeest went to Cascade Locks [Oregon] on this afternoon’s local. Dr. J. Sutherland returned this morning from his visit to Spokane [Washington]. Mrs. N.M. Eastwood was a passenger on the Regulator this morning. Mr. J.A. Noble of Wapinitia [Oregon] is registered at the Umatilla House. Mr. A.L. Hembree, of Grass Valley [Oregon], Sherman county, is in the city. Veterinary Hesse has gone to Kingsley, where he will remain a week. Mr. Hugh Glenn is confined to his house today by a slight indisposition. Mr. Milton Harlan of Mosier [Oregon], formerly of THE CHRONICLE staff, was in the city yesterday. Mr. F.D. Hill has gone to Goldendale [Washington] to take testimony in an important trial in progress there. Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Worried about inbox overload? Get MSN Extra Storage now! http://join.msn.com/?PAGE=features/es

Looking Back: A Glimpse Through The Chronicle’s Files December 21, 2003 20 Years Ago, December 21, 1983 Several members of The Dalles Police Department received recognition for their efforts at the department’s “first annual” awards banquet Tuesday night and there were also awards made to several citizens who assisted police during the past year. The top department award went to Margaret McBride, the swing shift clerk for the department. That award is determined by a vote of all department employees and this is the first time since it was started in 1980 that it has gone to anyone outside the patrol division. Previous winners were Bill Turner in 1980, Ed Goodman in 1981 and Scott Wood in 1982. The court appointed defense attorney for one of 22 Indian fish law violation cases was removed from the case here Tuesday afternoon after telling the court he could not continue because to do so would abridge his client’s right. A new attorney, John Kelly of The Dalles, was appointed. The case was continued without date. Removed from the case was Portland attorney Jack Schwartz. 40 Years Ago, December 21, 1963 An order signed Friday in Salem [Oregon] by Public Utility Commissioner Jonel C. Hill allocates Pacific Power & Light Company a service area including a portion of both Wasco and Sherman counties. Included are the towns of Mosier, Dufur, Grass Valley, Moro and Wasco. Another allocation designates as PP&L service area portions of Morrow and Wheeler counties containing the town of Arlington, Condon, Fossil, Heppner, Lexington and Ione. The Dalles broke into the winner circle last night, convincingly. Unbeaten McMinnville [Oregon] was highly favored to rout the Indians, who were soundly defeated twice by Wy’east. But the Indians scored early, gained momentum and went on to win by a decided margin, 76-54. Bill Todd led the scoring with 20 points, followed by Rocky Brown with 15, Jay Kane with 14, Dick Charles with 12 and Ken Jacroux with 11. Kane rebounded 11 while Charles had eight. 60 Years Ago, December 21, 1943 National and state officers of the REA [Rural Electric Association] with many Wasco County members present were assembled today at the city hall in the quarterly meeting of the Oregon Rural Electric Cooperative association. Present, in addition to other REA offices were V.P. Parker, state REA president from Blanchley, Oregon; John V. George, of Lewiston, Idaho, District 9 representative and A.D. Ellison, St. Louis, Missouri field representative on applications and loans. Ensign Richard Liftin, navy flier, now home from the Pacific fighting front on a short leave, will address the Lions club tomorrow afternoon it was announced today by Lloyd Arnold, club president. Mrs. Paul Lemke was hostess Sunday evening to the Lady Maccabees and their husbands for a Christmas party, her daughter-in-law Mrs. Fred Lemke entertaining for her at the Lemke home on East Eighth Street. Mrs. E.V. Herbert was an additional guest. 80 Years Ago, December 21, 1923 Miss Ruth Eshom is the winner of a diamond ring given by the Empress theater recently in a popularity contest, conducted by manager J.H. Stiles. Miss Eshom, who is employed at the soda fountain in Mack’s café, won in the contest with a majority of 10,000 votes. 100 Years Ago, December 21, 1903 A sadder company has not gathered in The Dalles for many a day than that which taxed the seating capacity of the Catholic church this morning and even filled the aisles as they listened to the words which Father Purcell spoke for the comfort of those who gathered to pay their last respects of one so universally beloved as was Mrs. J.S. Fish. Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Get dial-up Internet access now with our best offer: 6 months @$9.95/month! http://join.msn.com/?page=dept/dialup

Looking Back: A Glimpse Through The Chronicle’s Files December 7, 2003 20 Years Ago, December 7, 1983 A judge has denied a request by an Antelope [Oregon] woman to enter the homes of Indian guru Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh and some of his disciples in connection with a civil suit. The request had been made for attorneys for Rosemary McGreer, who is countersuing followers of the guru. Mike Beer of Rufus [Oregon] has placed first and fourth in the first three days of the team roping competition at the National Finals Rodeo in Oklahoma City [Oklahoma]. Beers and teammate Dee Pickett of Caldwell, Idaho, had a 6.1 time for first in the first go-round on Saturday. On Monday they had a 6.2 time, good for fourth place. 40 Years Ago, December 7, 1963 Destruction of the old Christian Church in Dufur [Oregon] by razing with tractors and burning was completed this week with the near-completion of the new church said Harry Atkins the pastor. Since October 5 the basement has been used for worship services and now the sanctuary also is ready for use. Dedication rites are planned at a later date after the first of the year, he said. Wahtonka [The Dalles] Wrestling Coach Mickey Hurley opens his 1963-64 wrestling season Tuesday on the road. The Eagles, now to mat circles, will follow the course most Oregon A-2 and B schools follow, a non-league season with the deciding matches not due until the last weekend of February. A girl scout troop led by Mrs. William Esson has added a new project to its list of achievements, and it has special Christmas significance. Mrs. Esson is in charge of the doll repair program for less fortunate children, as a part of the toy workshop that is done each Yule season. 60 Years Ago, December 7, 1943 By a transaction just completed Grover E. Keller has sold all of his stock of The Dalles Natural Gas Company to W.J. Swick and Mel Davidson, who now are owners of the local utility. Negotiations for the sale have been in progress for several weeks while details were being worked out. The consideration was not disclosed. Swick, one of the new owners, has been employed by the company as maintenance man, as well as operating his own butane gas service to farms and other individuals. Davidson operates a tire recapping service in The Dalles. Dipping his Dalles airport plane down over the alfalfa field on the G.C. Moore ranch on Three Mile creek, about 11:30 this morning, E.E. Capps, a student flier recently from Portland, struck a PP&L power wire which tore off a wing and sent the plane hurtling to the field. The plane nosed dived to earth, out of control, a complete wreck. Capps suffered a skull fracture and a wrist injury. 80 Years Ago, December 7, 1923 Former depositors in the French & Company bank will receive a dividend distribution totaling $75,333.12 between the dates of December 12 and 15 it was learned this morning from O.B. Robertson, deputy state bank examiner. Following a lecture by R.B. Wilcox, manager of the local Libby, McNeill & Libby plant, on the growing of fruit for canneries, members of the Oregon State Horticultural Society in annual session here adjourned for a tour of inspection of the cannery this morning. There will probably be an election of officers for 1924 this afternoon it was indicated. 100 Years Ago, December 7, 1903 After six months respite, during which time he had seemed to be gaining in health, Mr. Smith French suffered another attack from his heart Saturday afternoon about 3 o’clock. Though not so severe as the first two attacks, it was more serious than the one he experienced in June and he has been confined to his bed since. Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Worried about inbox overload? Get MSN Extra Storage now! http://join.msn.com/?PAGE=features/es

Looking Back: A Glimpse Through The Chronicle’s Files December 14, 2003 20 Years Ago, December 14, 1983 R. Ewart Jewell has submitted a draft copy of the proposed plans for reorganization of school districts 9 and 12 to Wasco ESD Superintendent Fred Krauss. The plan can be revised before it is submitted to the ESD board for consideration as a final draft on December 21. The U.S. Supreme Court today refused to block a scheduled deposition by the Bhagwan Shree Rajneesh who failed to show up for the 10 a.m. deposition appointment in Portland. The Bhagwan had been ordered by a U.S. District Court to give a statement in a defamation suit filed on his behalf and against Wasco County rancher Rosemary McGreer. Four employees of the Wasco County Road Department are retiring after compiling a total of 117 years service. The are: Lloyd (Cork) Bailey, 33 years; Steve Bailey, 26 years; Bill Mathis, 37 years; Del McCain, 18 years. Their jobs will not be filled. 40 Years Ago, December 14, 1963 Razing of two houses is under way at Fourth and Washington streets to make way for construction of the new Williams office building. The two old houses, both of historic significance in The Dalles are the old Mitchell home on the southwest corner of the intersection and the E.M. Williams home directly to the east. Construction of a two-level building on the front part of the 100-by-100 foot property, leaving the rear for off street parking, will begin soon said Don Williams of Williams properties. Loss was estimated at close to $100,000 in a fire that destroyed Dinty’s truck service station at Biggs Junction early Saturday. Heavy equipment, some of it virtually new, plus other contents of the building including a valuable coin collection, owned by Harvey Hansen of Rufus [Oregon], the station operator, boosted the loss. The two story building, which burned about 4:30 a.m., had a fully furnished apartment upstairs. 60 Years Ago, December 14, 1943 Fire starting at 9:40 yesterday evening completely destroyed the large frame dwelling occupied by Mr. and Mrs. George Moore and their daughters, on what is known as “the old brickyard road” leading to Cherry Heights west of The Dalles. The flames originated on the roof, presumably from sparks deposited there when a chimney burned out, according to Charles Roth Jr., city fire chief, who responded with the booster truck when a silent alarm was sounded. The Dalles fire department has received the necessary priority for the purchase of a new fire truck it was announced today by Charles Roth Jr., fire chief. The priority came through 18 days after application had been made. Miss Marjory Tye, Wasco County home demonstration agent, and Nelson Lewis, assistant county agent, left yesterday for Corvallis [Oregon] to attend a meeting of county agents and home demonstration agents. W. Wray Lawrence, county agent, left over the weekend for the same sessions. 100 Years Ago, December 14, 1903 Residents up in the neighborhood of Madison street and those who make their way from the bluff down that street are determined to have a sidewalk between Third and Fourth and to that end F.W.L. Skibbe has prepared a petition which he desires that all who frequent that thoroughfare will sign. Any interested in the project are asked to call at his hotel and look over the document. In remembrance of the unselfish action of Reverend D.V. Poling in coming to their assistance at their memorial exercises the previous Sunday, the members of the Cascade Lodge B.P.O.E. attended the services at the Congregational church last night in a body. Besides there was a large congregation, which fairly packed the auditorium and class room, in the desire to hear Mr. Poling to speak on the story of Christ as told in the famous book, “Ben Hur.” Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Get dial-up Internet access now with our best offer: 6 months @$9.95/month! http://join.msn.com/?page=dept/dialup

Looking Back: A Glimpse Through The Chronicle’s Files Sunday, November 30, 2003 20 Years Ago, November 30, 1983 While the short term condition of the aluminum industry is vigorous, accelerating power costs project an unstable future the president of Martin Marietta Aluminum said today. David C. Dressler said that while the plants were running at 90 percent capacity now, the future held a different condition depending on power costs and world markets. Dressler was asked to comment on the occasion of the 25th year of manufacturing aluminum in The Dalles. Installation of James J. Hogue as worshipful master of Wasco Lodge No. 15 will take place at 2 p.m. Sunday, December 4 at the Masonic Temple and other elective and appointive officers will be installed. Most bowlers may bowl a lifetime and never come close to picking up the 7-10 split. But 13 year-old Toni McCollum has her 7-10 conversion out of the way already. Toni, an eighth grader at The Dalles Junior High, picked up the hardest to get split last Saturday during Ed’s McMuffin (Junior and Senior) league play at Recreation Lanes. 40 Years Ago, November 30, 1963 Assault and battery warrants have been drawn against three unidentified men who signaled a car to stop on The Dalles-California Highway three miles north of Dufur (Oregon) and administered a beating to a Portland couple, Mr. and Mrs. Wilson Jeffers, formerly of The Dalles. Five old slot machines turned over to county authorities by a man in the Dufur area, who found them in a house he had purchased, were destroyed this week. Hauled to the city dump, the machines were broken and then for good measure were run over by a bulldozer to flatten them further. An order signed by Circuit Judge Malcolm W. Wilkinson called for the destruction of the machines, possession of which is prohibited by statue. Candy Fowler, A Dalles teenager, tied for third in the 50 yard dash in the junior girls midget division at the AAU Junior Olympics track and field meet held last summer, that organization announced today. She ran the sprint in 6.5 seconds. 80 Years Ago, November 30, 1923 Alluring visions of $13,000 reward for the capture of the three DeAutremont brothers, wanted for murder and the robbery of a Southern Pacific train at Siskiyou on October 11, speeded two automobile loads of Wasco County officers to Celilo (Oregon) late Wednesday night. Assurances on the part of C.E. Frye, store proprietor at the village that he had recognized Roy DeAutremont resulted in the flying trip. The officers returned with their hopes smashed and their revolvers smokeless, in absence of an anticipated battle. In a foot ball game marked by spectacular plays, The Dalles High School eleven defeated Albany (Oregon) on Amotan field [The Dalles] yesterday by a score of 18 to 7. By this victory the local school team won an undisputed right to test its mettle against the best Oregon has to offer for state championship honors. The game was featured by an 85-yard run by Quarterback “Pete” Stadelman for a touchdown. 100 Years Ago, November 30, 1903 The James W. Nesmith Post G.A.R. attended the funeral of their late comrade, Andrew Jackson Linton, in a body yesterday afternoon. The services, which were conducted by Reverend W.E. Rossman, were held at the family residence on the East Hill. Deceased, who was a victim of consumption, came from Wyoming to Oregon on account of his health twenty years ago and settled on Ten Mile Creek. He resided there until last summer when with his wife he came to The Dalles. At the time of his death he was 65 years of age. Written permission to reprint given by The Dalles Chronicle, The Dalles, Oregon Copied and submitted by Earline Wasser Member of Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society c/o The Dalles/Wasco County Public Library 722 Court Street The Dalles, Oregon 97058 http://community.gorge.net/genealogy [Note: new website address] Browse http://historysavers.com/orwasco/ recently updated information regarding Wasco County - Links are at the bottom of page http://searches.rootsweb.com/ "Don't judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds you plant." Robert Louis Stevenson _________________________________________________________________ Worried about inbox overload? Get MSN Extra Storage now! http://join.msn.com/?PAGE=features/es

> >ORWASCO-D Digest Volume 03 : Issue 198 Was with amusement that I noted the following email as it referred to Wasco Co. extending to Rocky Mtns. My ancestor Albert Levitt Savage was a marshall in Wasco Co. and was gone for long period of time chasing a bad man. When he returned, he found he had been voted out of office. Judy X-Message: #3 Date: 14 Dec 2003 17:20:28 -0700 From: [email protected] To: [email protected] Message-ID: <[email protected]> Subject: [ORWASCO] Re: Biggs - Grants Content-Type: text/plain; charset=US-ASCII Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/2ZB.2ACE/300.1 Message Board Post: Hello, I saw your offer regarding Biggs, and Grant Oregon information. Wasco County is celebrating its Sesquientennial [150 years] in 2004. At one period, Wasco County extended east to the Rocky Mountains. Since that time, several counties have been created out of what was once Wasco County. Various committees are gathering information to publicize the Sesquientennial. Any information you would care to share would be most welcome in this region. I am a member of The Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society, Wasco County Historical Society, Historic The Dalles Day, Wasco County Pioneer Association, Sherman County Historical Society, and Dufur Historical Society. I will certainly share whatever information you send me amongst these groups. __________________________________________________________________ New! Unlimited Access from the Netscape Internet Service. Beta test the new Netscape Internet Service for only $1.00 per month until 3/1/04. Sign up today at http://isp.netscape.com/register Act now to get a personalized email address! Netscape. Just the Net You Need.

Hello all, In addition to several minor changes/updates I've made to the Wasco County GenWeb site recently, I just posted an almost-complete index of names & locations appearing in my recent book, "Columbia River Gorge: Natural Treasure on the Old Oregon Trail." Although the book itself contains what appears to be an index, I'm sorry to say that the publisher severely limited the number of entries in both the index and the bibliography. Since an index is such a valuable tool for genealogists & the whole reason I wrote the book was for the benefit of those who are researching their family histories, I felt it was important to make a complete index available to the public. I've already identified a few names that are missing in my new index, so I'll be adding them as I get a chance. Please check back from time to time if you're looking for someone not yet listed in the index, because I may have simply overlooked them in my first indexing run. Later runs will yield a few additional names, I'm sure. The index can be found on the historysavers.com part of the website, at http://www.historysavers.com/book-index.html Enjoy! -- Cheri

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Biggs, Grant Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/2ZB.2ACE/300.2 Message Board Post: By 1894 Biggs and Grant were inside the boundaries of Sherman County, carved from Wasco County in 1889. Curt Tom, long-time Rufus resident, wrote about the "North Enders" of Sherman County in a story published in Sherman County: For The Record, a publication of the Sherman County Historical Society. See www.shermanmuseum.org and click on Publications and For The Record. Biggs was named for W.H. Biggs and Grant for William Grant.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/2ZB.2ACE/300.1 Message Board Post: Hello, I saw your offer regarding Biggs, and Grant Oregon information. Wasco County is celebrating its Sesquientennial [150 years] in 2004. At one period, Wasco County extended east to the Rocky Mountains. Since that time, several counties have been created out of what was once Wasco County. Various committees are gathering information to publicize the Sesquientennial. Any information you would care to share would be most welcome in this region. I am a member of The Columbia Gorge Genealogical Society, Wasco County Historical Society, Historic The Dalles Day, Wasco County Pioneer Association, Sherman County Historical Society, and Dufur Historical Society. I will certainly share whatever information you send me amongst these groups.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/2ZB.2ACE/300 Message Board Post: Not that anyone is interested but have some information on these two areas of Wasco County. Family eyewitness views of the flood of 1894 that destroyed Grants

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/2ZB.2ACE/279.3 Message Board Post: Have traveled many many times along The Dalles - Celilo boat canal enroute to fish at Celilo Falls as child. In order to get to the fishing areas one had to walk from the highway, cross over the railroad track and then take the footbridge over the boat canal. By todays standards it was not that wide of a canal. Portions of it may still be seen. Have more information about Celilo area...

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/2ZB.2ACE/299.2.1 Message Board Post: Sorry, don't know anything about these families. Deborah

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: McManemy, Wright Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/2ZB.2ACE/299.2 Message Board Post: Hi; Do you by chance have any information on the McManemy or Wright families who lived in Dufur circa 1890? Will also exchange information! Looking for info on George and Mary (Minnie) McManemy who lived on Vanderpool St. They were my Grandparents. Thank you Sincerely. Betty in Arizona