Our Lummi Island Community

Tome 1966/08

LUMMI ISLAND NEWS LETTER AUGUST 1966

NEXT MEETING OF LUMMI ISLAND COWUNITY CLUB

SEPT.28, 1966 – 8:00 P.M.

AT THE GRANGE HALL

Sept. 3 – Annual P.T.A. and Grange

Salmon Barbecue at the

school. ‑ 5:00 to 8:00 P.M.

Adults‑$1.50

Kids under 12 ‑ .750

Sept. 17 ‑ Annual Grange Booster Nite

and Pot Luck Supper ‑ check

for time 758‑2482 or 758‑2351

Island Church starts Sept. 11 .,

Rev. Walters

Services: Sunday School 10:30 A.M.

Church Service 7:30 P.M

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At this writing the community opinion poll is nearing completion and we wish to thank all those who participated. A casual perusal of some of the answers show a few rather surprising results. It will be interesting to hear the evaluation of the answers, which should be available at our next meeting. It was apparent that a great many of the summer residents know very little about the Island, its people or activities. Perhaps some prefer it that way, but, regardless, some permanent form of factual communication would seem to be in order. We fully suspect that their general impression of the Island is that of a remote, quaint, isolated area that exists for the sole purpose of providing a hide‑a‑way for the refugees of the work‑a‑day world and as such is the perfect spot to come to, occasionally, along with all their neighbors, friends and relatives to help keep it Isolated and unspoiled!! Apparently each newcomer, starting with the very first settler, has at some time or other become imbued with the idea of trying to lock the door of welcome behind him and has been considerably reluctant to allow any intrusion into the personal bit of heaven that he owns on the Island. This attitude naturally intensifies as the population expands, but it was extremely fortunate for most of us, however, that somewhere along the line some of the pioneers and their heirs relented a bit.

As a result of a near fatal Island accident Involving a car and an 8 year old boy with a wagon August 7, a startling fact was brought to light that could have serious consequences if not remedied. It seems that in all of Whatcom County, including the hospitals, there have been only two doctors on call for emergencies each weekend. Had it not been for the prompt work of the very capable and efficient local fire department the victim could have gone without medical aid of any kind for a period of well over six hours. The medical association was apprised of the situation the next day and assurance was given that a serious attempt will be made to alleviate this problem. In our opinion it deserves to be actively followed up by each and every Islander.

Inasmuch as the reduced tonnage restriction placed on the ferry last week is only of a temporary nature and since most of the Island populace is somewhat alarmed by rising ferry costs, it would seem that we should be more than concerned about the county allowing (against the protests of the ferry captain) one contracting outfit to haul multiple and excessively (but legal) heavy loads daily across the docks., ramps, etc. This kind of treatment can only reduce the life of the ferry equipment and increase the maintenance costs considerably. A chat with your co‑commissioner would seem to be in order.

A very real and pertinent problem that the entire Island should face up to is the attempt being made to Industrialize Guemes Island by a large eastern aluminum’ company. Not only is Lummi sitting in the direct line of fire from air, pollution but once a foothold has been established on any of the San Juan Islands by big industry, the general blight of one of the nation’s most beautiful recreation areas will be on its way.

Garbage and refuse dumping over the bulkhead at Village Point has recently been drawing the ire and revulsion of more and more people, both Islanders and visitors alike. Most are astounded that the Island has allowed such a desecration of one of its natural beauties. We all sincerely hope that those responsible will have second thoughts about the advisability of their actions.

Island Instant food processing is definitely a marvelous fund getter. The two pancake breakfasts cooked and served by the many brilliant and accomplished culinary artisans residing here were well attended, to the tune of about 300 each. The first one for the benefit of the Community Club was chairmanned by Gut Johnson, and featured a men-only atmosphere as serving and cooking personnel. The masterful cooks and “dainty” waiters created an unbeatable combination. The second breakfast was sponsored by the Fire Sirens for the benefit of the Fire Department and, featured youth at its best with the many attractive matrons supervising the bunny types. Mrs. Andy Luke was the chairman (or is it chairwoman?) and justly deserves our huzzahs.

Don’t forget the P.T.A. and Grange jointly-sponsored Salmon Barbecue Saturday, September 3rd at the school from 5 to 8:00 P.M. The menu is as follows: barbecued salmon by Jack and Lucille Milller; green beans; baked beans; potato salad; cole slaw; sliced tomatoes; rolls; ice cream and beverages. All for $1.50 for adults and 75¢ for children under 12. Co‑chairmen are Donna Granger and Sharon Lipscomb. The same organizations are also sponsoring a raffle with the prizes to be two beautiful hand knit sweaters (his and hers) made by Mrs. Ross Leavel1. The winners will be announced at the Pot Luck Supper the Grange is having on its annual Grange Booster Nite, September 17th, which, incidentally, is open to all.

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COMMENTS AND STUFF

Ever hear of a horse wreck? Seems as how Carlene Nordensen pulled it off and as a result is nursing f a few bad injuries. The horses were thoroughly disgusted. Heard Bob Adema tried to push his gill net boat away from the ferry dock t’other day, the dock remained stationary, the boat went horizontally and Bob went vertically. No damage except to his dampened, democratic dignity. Must have been a surprised skipper of the pleasure boat that ended up atop one of the reef net boats a week or two ago. Something like that could be downright embarrassing. Imagine the oft quoted phrase of “Good Heavens” was mentioned. ‑ Gus Johnson has been helping Andy Luke on his reef net gear and according to Gus it’s the longest time he has set still for anything since he got married. Charles Baker is home on a 15 day furlough from Fort Eustis, Virginia. He hitch hiked via military planes In 2‑1/2 days from his base in Virginia via Alabama and California but had difficulty getting home from Tacoma. His folks are real proud of his accomplishments and contacts while serving in the armed forces. Flo Konecke has been delighting the crowds at various art shows and fairs recently with her marvelous cut out silhou­ettes. Guess you might say she is an outstanding clip artist. While she was at the Lynden Fair the governor of our state was honored to have her do his silhouette and no doubt the republican image was enhanced a bit. Terry Peterson has consented to straighten out the U.S. military situation and he is starting with Ft. Lewis at the suggestion of the Pentagon. Roy Granger has been accepted by the State Patrol as a prospective member and is now in the throes of being processed and examined to see if the raw materials are there. Don’t know why they have to do that as anybody that has been acquainted with Roy knows he’s got all the qualifications ‑ and more. (Hmmmm!! At last someone to catch all those other crazy drivers.) ‑ Mac Granger has been hearing things the last couple of weeks and some of them he’s not too happy with ‑ such as the knocks and rattles in his old truck. Seems as how he got himself wired for sound and the hearing aid is so darn efficient that he can even “hear the slugs stomping across his lawn.

To our local historian, Mrs. L. A. Ford, we are indebted for the following: Alongside the road across from the Glenn Schulers are two trees growing of Considerable size, a black walnut and an oak. These were planted from seeds in 1860 by Frederick Lane who later was the first superintendent of schools on Lummi. Apparently the first school was established in 1894 but nobody went to it.

See you at the meeting September 28th.

Lummi Island Community Club

Publicity Committee ‑

Konecke, Tuttle, Johnson & Miller

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