COMMUNITY NEWS

May 2003

Week Ending May 30, 2003:
We are home from our fishing trip and snagged many bargains on our venture to the Coast!

A huge thanks to Lyle and High Prairie Fire Departments!!!

The call went out Saturday morning about 3 a.m. when the Oldenburg’s home on Johnson Avenue caught fire. With the quick response of both fire departments the fire was contained to their bedroom. The Oldenburgs are safe and glad that the damages can be repaired. I also want to thank Patty (Lyle Responder) for her concern for the residents and staff of my Foster Home next door.

News Flash:
No contest for this month. Mildred was too lazy to hide the key and create the poem!

Updates on the Sundowners:
The first of May found several members of the local Sundowners attending the State Meeting of the Good Sam’s in Lynden, Washington. They assisted with parking, greeting and registration.  The local group has their own Red Hat Society group called the “Red Haute Samantha’s”. Eileen Brashers is now the “Sexy Terry” of that group. Mothers day weekend found nine rigs camping at Beacon Rock Resort. Bob and Evie Trenchman and Larry and Mary Sorensen hosted.  Their next unofficial outing will be to Ione, Oregon for the annual bar-b-que and auction. This event is much anticipated by the entire group and others of Lyle.

Seven members helped at the Lyle Cemetery clean-up, as their participation in the Good Sam’s National Clean-up day.

People’s Choice Trophy was awarded to the Sundowner’s for their caravan of RVs in the Lyle Pioneer Days Parade. Thanks go to Diane Howard for organizing the entry.  These RV-ers support the Ronald McDonald Houses and Dogs for the Deaf. Anyone wishing to join, or seeking more information, call Jim at 365-4831 or Jean at 767-1176.

Pretenders did it again!
The new format of the Pretenders performances, and the addition of several new cast members, was met with cheers and accolades. They performed three one-act skits, ranging from an audience participation melodrama, a tearjerker pertaining to the women left behind during a war, and a hilarious tribute to the janitorial crew of a theater. Way to go guys!

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If you want to be included, or need information, about this sale being held on June 14, 2003. Call Joy Collins at 365-5102.

Two churches in Lyle welcome visitors:
   Lyle United Methodist Church
403 W. Klickitat St.
Worship Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and Bible Study on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m.

  Lyle Celebration Center
715 Washington St.
Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., followed by Worship service on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Lyle History (continued):  Originally published in The Enterprise, July 6, 1967, as recounted by Jesse A. Jewell:
Some horses swim better than others…the one you have to watch out for is the single-footer. Oh, it isn’t a one legged horse but one with an easy rolling gait…. sort of a running walk, that covers many miles a day without tiring horse or rider.  The cowboys and ranchers were always on the lookout for a pony with that gate.When in the water swimming a horses gait is always trotting, all but a single-footer. They just can’t navigate in water if they can’t touch bottom. A horse with this sort of pacing walk will turn on his side when trying to swim; so, if you take one out in deep water be sure to have a paddle.

Worry is the darkroom in which negative can develop.

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Week Ending May 16, 2003:

RED HATS INVADED THE LONE PINE RESTAURANT LAST WEEK!
Thirty-one elegant (and some not so elegant) Red Hats adorned the heads of the Ladies of Lyle.
Those celebrating May birthdays were Alma, Nellie, Margot, Carol, Lauraine, Alta, and Mildred. Several names were suggested for the group and the most favored was “The Red Hat Mama’s”.

“FIND THE KEY”
Safety is the purpose
Of what I’m stuck to
Come find me quick
And the winner will be you!

CEMETERY CLEANUP AND POTLUCK
What an accomplishment! There were over 40 at the Lyle-Balch Cemetery Clean-Up. Making the work go fast and furious. By noon the entire Cemetery was shipshape and tidy for Memorial Weekend. The group then shared a potluck luncheon with the Columbia Grange members.  With full tummies, The Cemetery Association held their annual business meeting, followed by the Granger’s holding their monthly meeting. Thanks to all who gave their time and effort in making the workday, the luncheon and the meetings so successful!

PIONEER DAYS
Saturday, May 24th:
Cowboy Breakfast, Kiddie Parade, Parade, Community Games and Activities, Variety Show and closing with the evening Family Dance.
Sunday, May 25th, beginning around 11:30 a.m.: Family Picnics and Games.
At 2:30 in the Lyle Lion's Community Center: "Searching for Lewis & Clark" -- a public presentation by Ken Karsmizki.  Click L&C for more information.

There will be Craft and Food Booths both days. Check your Pioneer Days Newspaper or Posters throughout the community for times and locations of these events. Enjoy yourselves and share in the revival of an old time favorite.

PRETENDERS TO PRESENT A TRIO OF ONE-ACT PLAYS
The Pretenders Theater Company will perform on May 30th and 31st.  Curtain time is 7 p.m. at the Columbia Grange. Those who have seen this group perform in the past are eagerly anticipating this night of entertainment. Each play will introduce new talent along with seasoned actors. Attend and see if you can identify the ingénue from the veteran. Tickets may be purchased by contacting Diane Howard at (509) 365-3721, or at the Country Café in Lyle.

OPEN HOUSE
Families of Nellie Sorensen extend an open invitation to all. On May 31st Nellie will be celebrating her 80th birthday. The party will be held at The Columbia Grange Hall from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.

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If you want to be included, or need information, about this sale being held on June 14, 2003. Call Joy Collins at 365-5102.

Two churches in Lyle welcome visitors:
   Lyle United Methodist Church
403 W. Klickitat St.
Worship Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and Bible Study on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m.

  Lyle Celebration Center
715 Washington St.
Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., followed by Worship service on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Lyle History (continued):  Originally published in The Enterprise, July 6, 1967, as recounted by Jesse A. Jewell:
Before there were places you could wade your horse away out during low water, then he didn’t have to swim far before touching bottom again. When some of our cattleman first went to ranching in this district, there were islands in the river on which there was good feed. Cattle somehow got on them to get at this green feed in late summer, so the ranchers always had to check for some of his cows.

OK, so what’s the speed of dark?

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Week Ending May 9, 2003:
GREEN EGGS AND HAM!
We heard via the grapevine that soon Mr. Huffman will be sporting a head of “GREEN” hair.  When the little green frogs, earned by the “Accelerated Readers” at Dallesport Elementary, complete the circle around the hallway, he has given his word that he will die his hair green. We have it on good authority that the frogs only have a few feet left to hop to close the circle! Go for it you great readers . . . you can do it!!

“FIND THE KEY”
Slow down to find
Where I perch
Overhead is where
You’ll end your search

CEMETERY CLEAN-UP AND POTLUCK
May 17th is the Annual Lyle-Balch Cemetery clean up. A potluck lunch and annual business meeting will follow at the Lyle Grange Hall. Clean-up begins at 8:30 AM. Come one come all, help make the cemetery beautiful for the Memorial Weekend.

FIREHOUSE SALE
Have you tried Myrin’s famous homemade Bratwurst and Sauerkraut??  Mark you calendars and save your pennies for the 4th Annual Firehouse Sale at High Prairie,  May 17 from 9 to 5 and May 18 from 9 to 3.  There will be new and used household items, garden tools, antiques, furniture, plants and crafts along with scrumptious homemade baked goods. For more information, call 509-365-5458 or 509-365-5459.

PIONEER DAYS
Guys . . . dust off your cowboy hats! Gals . . . iron your pioneer dresses! Get your minds set to have a great time. For the first time in many years Lyle will once again host “Pioneer Day”. The celebration will be shortened and some of the events will be different. We can all appreciate the hard work that Rex and his committees are putting forth to return this event to our community. Remember to purchase your bumper sticker and booster button. This event needs your support!

PRETENDERS ARE AT IT ONCE AGAIN
The dates set for their next performances are May 30th and 31st.  We will let you know next week where you can purchase your tickets.

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If you want to be included, or need information, about this sale being held on June 14, 2003, call Joy Collins at 365-5102.

Two churches in Lyle welcome visitors:
   Lyle United Methodist Church
403 W. Klickitat St.
Worship Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and Bible Study on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m.

  Lyle Celebration Center
715 Washington St.
Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., followed by Worship service on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Lyle History (continued):  Originally published in The Enterprise, July 6, 1967, as recounted by Jesse A. Jewell:
In the early years, crossing the Columbia River posed quite a problem at times.  Right at first a scow rigged with sails crossed the river at The Dalles, but if the wind wasn’t blowing it wasn’t so easy.  In time, steam was used for power and all was well until high water every spring, the river was swift then, as well as trashy . . . no one liked to be on the ferryies then.  The river just wasn’t the same then as it is now, with the dams to slow the stream and raise the water level.

The first novel ever written on a typewriter was “Tom Sawyer.”

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Week Ending May 2, 2003:

"MAY DAY, MAY DAY"  A trial run for Lyle's Community Phone Tree was set in motion on May 1st.  Chris Mace, the Klickitat County Sheriff, activated the first call, initiating the chain linking the community, in a mock emergency.  Although it can use some tweaking, it can be classified as a success. Watch for more updates and revisions while the bugs are worked out.

SPRING POKER RIDE
May 10th 2003. Sponsored and hosted by the Young Riders 4-H Club. The event begins at 8:30 AM and the last riders are out at 10:30. Cost is $5.00 per hand.  Extra cards $1.00 ea and additional hands are available. For more information contact Kyla Leighton at 509-538-2184 or Jeanette Johnston at 509-493-3278.  This event pulls riders in from all over the state. A Bar-B-Q follows and prizes will be awarded to the best poker hands. Proceeds benefit the Young Riders 4-H Club.

“FIND THE KEY”
The view from here
At night will show
Some lights above
But most below

FIREHOUSE SALE
High Prairie will host its 4th Annual Firehouse Sale on May 17 from 9 to 5 and May 18 from 9 to 3. The event will be at the High Prairie Fire Dist 14 Firehouse, 704 Centerville Hwy, Lyle. New and used household item, garden tools, antiques, furniture, plants, crafts and lots more.  Many home made baked goods and Myrin’s famous homemade Bratwurst and Sauerkraut!! For more information call 509-365-5458 or 509-365-5459. DON’T MISS THIS BLOCKER BUSTER WEEKEND!

CEMETERY CLEANUP AND POTLUCK
May 17 is the Annual Lyle-Balch Cemetery clean up. A potluck lunch and annual business meeting will follow at the Lyle Grange Hall. Cleanup begins at 8:30 AM. Come one come all, help make the cemetery beautiful for the Memorial Weekend.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
To those who are interest in local history: The West Klickitat County Historical Society (in Bingen) is looking for a few new members. Meetings are held at the Museum on the last Wednesday of the month. The Society can always use new ideas, suggestions and volunteers. Call 365-5374 or 365-0060 if you want more information about this worthy organization.

Two churches in Lyle welcome visitors:
   Lyle United Methodist Church
403 W. Klickitat St.
Worship Sundays at 9:30 a.m. and Bible Study on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m.

  Lyle Celebration Center
715 Washington St.
Sunday School at 9:30 a.m., followed by Worship service on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.

Lyle History (continued):  Originally published in The Enterprise, July 6, 1967, as recounted by Jesse A. Jewell:
This old chief (or so the story goes), was faced with a hard problem. The fish run that year was very light and his people hadn’t caught nearly enough to run them through the winter; game was scarce too.  His people depended on the fish for most of their diet and when the run was real light they were in trouble.  He proved he was worthy to be their chief; like 1966 there was a bumper crop of acorns which this wise old Indian put them to picking up for storage…there must have been many a belly ache but it was somewhat better than starving, even at that.

Don’t try so hard; the best things come when you least expect them to. 

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Submit your news to:
Mildred Lykens: 365-0060 – mildred@gorge.net
Barbara Sexton: 365-5374 - madison@gorge.net
Pam Essley - pamess@gorge.net