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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/01/04
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8 Bombers sent stuff:
Gloria Willett ('56WB), Fred Latendresse ('57)
Helen Cross ('62), Jean Armstrong ('64)
Bill Wingfield ('67), Don Heidelberg ('74)
Tracy Cole ('76), Bethany Grant ('94)
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BOMBER LUNCHES 'n stuff (in order of appearance)
TODAY Mid Atlantic (Stafford, VA) - FIRST Lunch
TODAY Girls of '60 Lunch
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
Click the event you want to know more about.
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>>From: Gloria Willett Green ('56WB)
Re: Rain
To: Jean Armstrong Reynolds ('64)
Sorry, Jean, the rain is back. We had one inch on
Thursday and we are expecting thunderstorms today and
tomorrow. To date we have gotten over seven inches in the
past eight or nine days. That's bad enough in the Ozarks,
but on the Delta, it's devastating. Even though walking
across the yard is like walking on sponge, I'm so very
thankful that we are not on a flood plain. My husband is
a little upset though; he has lost over half his tomato
plants, and everything else is turning yellow!
-Gloria Willett Green ('56WB) ~ Lonoke, Arkansas - where
the Azaleas are in full bloom and the trees
are turning green.
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>>From: Fred Latendresse ('57)
To: Ray Loescher ('57)
Jeez Loescher! I can't help you out; I barely remember
1957, let alone Sully Bayless and Max Case (or his
brother, Brief).
I do vaguely recall the infamous Bermuda Shorts vs.
the Col-Hi Administration caper in the Spring of that
year. Everyone -- well, nearly everyone -- OK, it was
a few malcontents with no other life -- rallied in favor
of allowing Bermuda shorts to be worn in April and May
and of course, in good taste. After much posturing the
administration gave in; and about a half-dozen of us poor
souls actually wore them. And it turned out to be the guys
with the truly ugly legs.
Was that a 'tempest in a tea-pot?, or 'much ado about
nothing?'. It made the phrase "be careful what you wish
for" take on a very real meaning!
And always remember: "The rain in Maine has plugged
the drain".
Well, its time for evening meds here at the home.
Good night you Kings of New England -
-Fred Latendresse ('57)
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>>From: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
To: Mike Lange ('67) and your wife
You have my prayers for a peaceful life in your new
home. You have experienced so much trauma in your homes
the past few years. I do hope it will all be behind you
in your new home.
I want to thank all of you for your kind words of
support through these next long 6 days until I get a "full
report." I just hope the nurse doesn't call and say you
need to make an appointment with the doctor to discuss
the results. But I will cover that on Tuesday and get an
appointment set up then if I might need it.
To: Indianapolis Area Bombers
And I am happy to announce that Max Case ('57) and I
want to host a luncheon for all Bombers who may be near in
Indianapolis on Saturday, June l3th. More info to follow.
-Helen Cross Kirk ('62) ~ West Harrison, IN - by the
little lake with the green grass growing all
around and needing to be mowed.
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>>From: Jean Armstrong Reynolds ('64)
Re: Arizona Luncheon
All Bomber Lunches website
To: Connie Madron Hall ('60)
GREAT JOB on the luncheon. I saw the pictures on the
web site. Sorry I missed it. Hopefully I will be in town
for the next one. We are leaving Hot Springs, AR tomorrow
to head back home to Goodyear, AZ. It has been a long
three months of rain and humidity. And on top of that,
the fish were not biting!
-Jean Armstrong Reynolds ('64) ~ Hot Springs, AR - where
it is not hot, but the humidity is 100%.
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>>From: Bill Wingfield ('67)
To: Mike Lange ('67) ~ used to live in Weeki Wachee
Mike,
I'm sorry to hear about your misfortunes. I agree
with you, enough is enough. We live in Augusta, GA, and
would love for you guys to stop by and see us/spend the
night on your way back up north. It's just my bride and
me living in the house, so there is plenty of room.
I even have a pickup truck you can borrow if you need
it. Or if there is anything else we can do, let us know.
-Bill Wingfield (Blue Ribbon Class of '67) ~ Augusta, GA
where it is quite comfortable, but like where Mike
is in Florida, we have had very little rain. Normally
that's ok with me, as it's easier playing tennis when
the courts are dry, as there are no indoor courts.
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>>From: Tracy Cole Heidelberg ('76) and Don Heidelberg ('74)
Re: Dan Heidelberg ('77)
Thank you to everyone for sending your warm wishes
regarding Danny. He's out of the hospital now and has
started his chemo. Also thank you to everyone for all the
visits to the hospital! The doctors were very impressed by
the quantity of people that could fit into an intensive
care room at one time! (I think it was 35 at one count!)
Re: Gold Tournament
A charity 5-man scrambler golf tournament is being
planned to help Dan and Tami with their medical and other
expenses. It will be at the West Richland golf course on
Saturday, May 22, 8am shotgun start. $50 per person gets
you round of golf, beverages, and lunch. Any donations or
sponsors greatly appreciated. Call early to reserve carts.
Please call Don Heidelberg at 946-9849 or Marc Parnell
at 967-3459 or the West Richland golf course 967-2165 for
more information.
-Tracy Cole Heidelberg ('76) and Don Heidelberg ('74)
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>>From: Beth Grant March ('94)
Hi I am Bethany Grant March and I graduated in 1994 with
Richland High School.
I want to know if there is going to be a class reunion for
my 10 year reunion this year. If so where and when? Please
email me.
Thank You
-Beth Grant March ('94)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/02/04
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3 Bombers sent stuff:
Pattie Crigler ('59), Gary Behymer ('64)
Georgia Rushworth ('66)
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BOMBER LUNCHES 'n stuff (in order of appearance)
TODAY South Puget Sound (Fife) Lunch
TODAY Class of '58
05/05 '69 in '04 Planning Meeting
05/15 '64 in '04 Planning Meeting
05/16 Spokane Lunch
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Pattie Crigler Cole ('59)
To: Wash DC, Virginia & Maryland Bombers
If you did not attend the May Mid-Atlantic (Stafford, VA)
luncheon, you missed a great time. Thanks to Pam Pyle
Jewett-Bullock ('69) for putting it together!
-Pattie Crigler Cole ('59) ~ Amissville, VA
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>>From: Gary Behymer (64)
The Class of 1964 is searching for individual pictures
with classmates Karen Crowley (RIP), Norm Davis (RIP),
and Ron Whitney (RIP) involved in a group or activity.
Might anyone in this group be able to help out?
Also searching for birthdates and regrettably death dates
for the following members of the Class of 1964:
Lynn Carpenter Rudnick (RIP)
Pat Cross (RIP)
Toni Pollard (RIP)
Mary Weber (RIP)
-Gary Behymer ('64) ...living in downtown Colfax, WA!
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>>From: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
I have a quandary! Has anyone ever heard of a bird, in
this case a robin, trying to get into a house? We have one
that goes to the back slider, the front slider and the
actual front door. It flies up and constantly pecks at the
door! It also just sits at the door and pecks it. It isn't
afraid of me. If I opened the door it would come in! It
demands to be let in. I can tell by it's little birdie
body language. It starts as early as 6 am and will go
until 8 pm. It wakes me up almost every morning, I can
hear it clear from my bedroom. So what is the attraction?
I do have an African Grey parrot, but I don't think that
is the reason. Does anyone have any suggestions as to the
behavior of this robin?
-Georgia Rushworth ('66)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/03/04
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11 Bombers sent stuff:
Dicksy Poe ('50), Ann Clatworthy ('54)
Tom Hughes ('56), Suzie Gunderson ('60)
Irene de la Bretonne ('61), Jay Siegel ('61)
John Browne ('61), Pam Ehinger ('67)
Pam Pyle ('69), Treg Owings ('76)
Monique Mangold ('80)
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BOMBER LUNCHES 'n stuff (in order of appearance)
05/05 '69 in '04 Planning Meeting
05/15 '64 in '04 Planning Meeting
05/16 Spokane Lunch
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Dicksy Poe Creek ('50)
Re: Robin
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
We have had a similar experience with an American
Robin, a male. He would fly at and then peck at our
windows repeatedly. He did this for several days in the
Spring. I called our local Backyard Bird shop. I was
told that it is "nesting season", that the robin saw his
reflection in the windows, thought that it was another
male bird, and was trying to fight it off in order to
protect his territory, nest and mate. To prevent this
activity, they recommended taping newspaper to the outside
of our windows, so he would not see his reflection. They
cautioned this might be 100% effective, because he might
remember where the "other bird" was and return and resume
his attacks. In our case it either worked or the nesting
season was over.
I knew your dad from working in 100 N Area or Exxon
Nuclear or both. Memory not what it used to be!! He was
a very nice man.
-Dicksy Poe Creek ('50) ~ Vancouver, WA - where our
weather has been sunny and warm the way I
really enjoy it.
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>>From: Ann Clatworthy Hogshead ('54)
Re: Mid-Atlantic Luncheon
To: All Bombers
We had a wonderful time at Applebee's last Saturday,
May 1st in Stafford VA. Pam Pyle ('69) you did a
wonderful job putting it together. Carl and I rode on our
Goldwing motorcycle, with Pattie Crigler Cole ('59) and
Billy Cole on their Harleys. We met Pattie and Billy at
their lovely home in Amissville and rode on to Stafford.
We biked about 200+ miles round trip to meet with the
gang.
If you have a chance to attend one of the luncheons
scheduled in various states, be sure to attend... they are
a blast. It was good to get out and go after losing my
brother, Bobby Clatworthy ('51RIP) on April 22nd.
I hope to meet with some of you next time I'm in
Richland. I'll be visiting the graves of my parents,
brother, and many friends buried in the Sunset Memorial
Gardens.
Bomber Cheers...
-Ann Clatworthy Hogshead ('54) ~ It is a warm 80°+ here in
Fort Valley (not on the map sorry) located on
highway 678 in the valley of the Massenutten
Mountains in Northern Virginia. Good biking weather
for a ride on Skyland Drive and the Blue Ridge
Parkway (which is on the map).
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>>From: Tom Hughes ('56)
Re: May 2 Fife Lunch
All Bomber Lunches website
Well, we only had eight people show up for the Fife
lunch this time but that was more than enough for some
lively discussions. I don't think we solved all of the
world's problems but we sure discussed them.
Max Sutton ('57) is recovering nicely from his knee
replacement surgery so we were glad to see Max and wife,
Gayle Dunn Sutton ('62) back for lunch.
Patti Jones Ahrens ('60), Jim McDougal ('57) and
Nick Nelson ('56) joined in the discussions about
everything from the economy, Iraq, elections, Medicare and
Medical insurance, the Mariners and just about anything
else you can think of. We all had a great time and hope
more show up for next month.
-Tom Hughes ('56)
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>>From: Suzie Gunderson Chiles ('60)
Re: Howard Amon Park
Yesterday, I was looking through some very old
pictures of picnics at the old park. Since I am an avid
scrapbooker, I journal for every page I make. My problem
is I can't really remember too many details about the
park. I remember "barbecue" places, and the little pool,
and the big pool... the icky grass and mud squishing up
between your toes after they had just watered. That brings
up my question: What kind of trees and flora were in the
park and how did they keep that big old park watered? And
I am open to any other memories about the park... of
course, I remember it as Riverside Park.
I also would like a little help in the name of the
tavern that was next to/connected to the old bowling alley
above the park. My dad used to take me to the bowling
alley, where I would sit for hours while he "tanked" up
next door. I was only 3 or 4 at the time, but I remember
the beautiful, highly polished (shiny to a child)
spectator seats that I entertained myself on by sliding
across. I remember how kind all the bowlers were to me,
even though they knew where my dad had gone.
Thanks for any help.
wishing you all rainbows and butterflies,
-Suzie Gunderson Chiles ('60) ~ in the great little
community of Omak, WA
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>>From: Irene de la Bretonne Hays ('61)
To Georgia Rushworth
A Robin once befriended me in a similar way. He/She pecked
at my bedroom window awakening me several mornings in a
row. One morning, I went to my front door intending to go
around to the window and "talk" the Robin into desisting.
To my surprise, there sat the Robin on my front porch,
and, as with your Robin friend, he/she was ready to come
right in the front door.
I don't recall how the story ended, but since it was
Seattle, perhaps it was rain that intervened. I've heard
since that Robins sometimes fly against windows, even to
the point of injuring themselves. Could it be their
eyesight? Ever seen a Robin with glasses?
Get a deck of Native American Animal Cards and check out
the information on the meaning of Robins in your life. If
nothing else, it's fun to consider.
An ornithologist could offer some insight. Is there an
ornithologist among us?
-Irene de la Bretonne Hays ('61)
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>>From: Jay Siegel ('61)
Re: spam
A couple have mentioned it, but check your instructions
for your anti-spam software. Most of the good ones allow
you to setup your own filters, usually about 100, to
insure that you receive all email; that you want to
receive. On some it is as easy as hitting an F key, others
you have to "follow the bouncing ball" and make your own
filter.
The caveat: be careful who you block. I missed almost
a month of Sandstorms because I accidently blocked the
address.
Clear blue skies and warm, gentle breezes
-Jay Siegel ('61)
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>>From: John Browne, Jr. ('61)
Re: Impudent robin
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
You know, it's probably a reincarnated Being with some
unfinished business. Let it in, & leave a touch-tone phone
in an easy-to-see location. It will most likely make that
necessary call & then be on its way, getting on with its
new Life. Be helpful, and your reward will be great- the
day may come when that worm you need will suddenly appear,
as if by magic!
There are ancient records of this type of transition
to be found in the sacred writings from India... the fable
of the "Bahtmanand Robin" is certainly the most widely
prominent.
Cheers!- it's Spring again! ^..^
-JHBrowne, Jr. ('61) ~ Vashon Island, WA
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>>From: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
Re: Robin trying to get into house
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
I had the same problem one time this Robin wouldn't
leave my glass door alone. So I call the Animal Control
(I lived in Omak then). Marvin the dog catcher came out
and told me that the bird was in love with his reflection
and would not leave. I didn't like it much but he said
there was a problem with the bird and he had to shoot it.
But this Robin wouldn't leave he'd been there two days.
Flying up and down the door!
I hope that helps you a bit. Sorry what might have to
happen to the bird.
Bombers Rule
-Pam Ehinger Nassen (The Blue Ribbon Class of '67)
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>>From: Pam Pyle Jewett-Bullock ('69)
Re: Mid-Atlantic Bomber Lunches Launched
Saturday, May 1 was a great day for Bomberdom, as five
alumni, one "almost", three spouses, and one WIWAB (wish-
I-were-a-Bomber) gathered at Stafford, Virginia's new
Applebee's Restaurant for the first-ever Mid-Atlantic
Bomber lunch.
Those who traveled from far and wide to attend were:
Wanda Wittebort Shukay ('53), Ann Clatworthy Hogshead ('54)
and hubby Carl "Bud" Hogshead, Patty Crigler Cole ('59)
and husband Billy Cole, Earl Bennett III ('63), Pamela
Pyle Jewett-Bullock ('69) and hubby Charles Bullock, and
Steve Huntington (an "almost" '73 but moved to Spokane
before graduation).
Dropping by for a taste of the comradery was the Rev.
Toby Larson (a Spokane native and former Washington boys'
state tennis tournament participant, now a resident
Missioner for the Episcopal Diocese of Virginia in
Stafford, VA, who was kind enough to get behind the camera
to take a couple of our group photos).
Steve Huntington got the prize for the longest
commute to our lunch. A resident of Lynchburg, VA, he
traveled to the lunch from Wilmington, Delaware, following
a business commitment there. (Steve told me his wife
thinks him "addled" for such displays of Bomberville
loyalty. We assured him that the demonstration of Bomber
spirit was both appreciated and extraordinarily sane, and
promptly awarded him a T-shirt--thanks to thoughtful
cheerleader Wanda Wittebort Shukay.)
Others traveled (four via motorcycle) from little
Virginia "burgs" such as Reva, Fort Valley, and Lake
Ridge. It's interesting that some of the places we now
call home make Richland look like a big, sprawling
metropolis! Watching us swap stories and memories of "a
long time ago in a land far, far away," other restaurant
patrons surely couldn't have guessed that none of us had
met prior to the day's gathering.
In fact, we had such a good time that we had no
difficulty concluding the experience MUST be repeated...in
the fall. We're looking toward October, and sincerely
hoping others from the Mid-Atlantic Region will join us
for that next time. Watch the Sandstorm for details.
In the meantime, an online photo album of the
gathering can be enjoyed by all. To view, go to
http://www.ofoto.com/I.jsp?c=41fzgkld.834kiz3t&x=0&y=sw2by3
and click on the 'view' button. There is no need to
register/sign on as a member of Kodak's Ofoto service
(which is free, by the way) unless you desire to use the
service in the future to create, save, share and order
prints from your own photo albums. I use it when I want to
have the ability to share photos with groups of friends.
Bomber cheers,
-Pam Pyle Jewett-Bullock ('69) ~ Stafford, VA
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>>From: Treg Owings ('76)
Re: Robins
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
We had a robin do the same thing. I think it saw it's
reflection and wants to fight. Here is a picture of ours.
-Treg Owings ('76)
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>>From: Monique Mangold Beaucour ('80)
To: Bill Wingfield ('67)
Do you remember me? Monique ('80) from France? You've
sent me messages from time to time ...I told you we would
visit you once while in the States... Well this year it's
my elder daughter's turn. Deborah (20 years old) is going
to spend her summer at the Meneely horse show in Stockbridge
near Atlanta. It's a course for school since she wants
to become a horse biology teacher and needs to go in an
English-speaking country to learn the specific vocabulary
and because it's the only way to really learn a foreign
language. So of course I count on you to rescue my baby in
case she'll be in trouble for a reason or another ...I'm
sure she won't, but you know how mothers are... and of
course I know Bombers do what ever they can for each
other!
Have a nice May!
-Monique Mangold Beaucour ('80)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/04/04
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11 Bombers sent stuff:
George Swan ('59), Larry Mattingly ('60)
Lola Heidlebaugh ('60), Patti Jones ('60)
Tim Smyth ('62), Carol Converse ('64)
Gary Behymer ('64), Jeff Michael ('65)
Shirley Collings ('66), Don Andrews ('67)
Stu Osborn ('71)
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BOMBER LUNCH TODAY - Girls of '52
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
Re: Robin trying to get into house
Based on your experience and those of others
responding, I fear there is a ring of bird "thieves"
bent on robin' houses. I know, I will retreat into
seclusion again for a while.
-George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
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>>From: Larry Mattingly ('60)
Re: Nesting Robins
The recent tales of Robins reminded me of our robins
that used to nest every year in our back yard. We had 9
tall poplar trees in our back yard and the same pair of
robins would show up every Spring and would gather up
twigs and grass and build a nest in a secure spot. We
never saw one blow down. My dad would put out some twigs
and pieces of bright string just to watch how those birds
would use them. One of the strings would be attached to a
nail in the ground. The robin would pick it up and fly
away....BLAM... he would crash to the ground. Not hurt, he
would get up and try again with the same results. Watching
that bird walking around and eyeballing that string from
different angles and pulling and tugging on it was great
entertainment as that robin just would not give up.
Finally after a couple of hours mom or I would go out and
snip the string and move it a bit so the robin would try
again with success. I don't know how many babies we saw
learn to fly over the years. One of my fondest memories of
Richland is that particular happy chirp as a robin greats
the morning sun.
"Happiness is the sky in bloom"
-J Larry Mattingly ('60)
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>>From: Lola Heidlebaugh Bowen ('60)
WHAT: May Portland/Vancouver Bomber Luncheon
WHEN: Saturday - May 15, 2004
TIME: 11:00 - visiting time; 11:30 - lunch orders taken
WHERE: DoubleTree/Columbia River - Little Brickstone Room
DIRECTIONS: Take I-5 to Jantzen Beach exit
Please come help plan the August 2004 Bomber Picnic! All
Bombers, spouses and friends are welcome!
Please contact Lola Heidlebaugh Bowen ('60) if you are
planning to join us.
-Lola Heidlebaugh Bowen ('60)
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>>From: Patti Jones Ahrens ('60)
Re: Robin
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66) any Bomber looking for answers
to do with birds!
What a dilemma with the Robin. The newspaper,
suggested by Dicksy Poe Creek ('50), to get rid of the
reflection is probably the best way to send the Robin
away. Putting outdoor shades, such as bamboo shades, on
the windows could do it also. You might also check the
area where the Robin comes to, to see if there are any
flowers or foods that can attract the Robin. Putting food,
such as, sunflower seeds out in your yard far away from
the house might also help.
I do not consider myself an Ornithologist but thanks
to Mr. Galati my teacher in sixth grade I have watched
birds through out the years. Being as I do feed the birds,
I have found the following magazine to help me with
answers about birds. Birds & Bloom is the magazine, which
can be ordered online. A subscription can bring six
magazines per year packed with questions and answers from
people all over the United States who have had experiences
with birds and flowers and more. Like the Sandstorm it is
a priority for me to read as soon as it arrives. The link is:
http://www.birdsandblooms.com/
I now know the Sandstorm - after the write in about
the Robin - is also a good place to ask questions about
birds. **grin**
To: Irene de la Bretonne Hays ('61)
Re: Robin
After reading your article in the Sandstorm about the
Robin I quickly pulled out my Medicine Cards by Jamie
Sams, which are outstanding. Sorry, there is not a Robin.
Only, Eagle, Grouse, Swan, Crow and Hummingbird in the
bird family. Would have been interesting to see what the
cards would have said about a Robin if it was in the book.
-Patti Jones Ahrens ('60) ~ Browns Point, WA - Rain is in
the forecast again.
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>>From: Tim Smyth ('62)
Re: Bombers Beware-
If any of you have received a letter from the JBC
Legal Group, Bloomfield, NJ demanding payment for a check
that you may have written many years ago, DON’T SEND THEM
ANY MONEY. It may have been a dishonored check, but not
necessarily. Don’t be a victim. Connect to these websites
and read!!
http://www.wrgb.com/iteam6/alerts.asp?Article=205
Click here for a report done by our local NBC affiliate,
Channel 6 in Albany, NY
Entries from a website, which is very good, by the way,
about JBC Legal Group.
-Tim Smyth ('62)
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>>From: Carol Converse Maurer ('64)
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
You should take and send in a few pictures of your
little lake that you are always talking about. I would
love to see it! You are in my prayers and thoughts. Good
luck. I know the Lord will be with you, especially in
these next few days!
To: Suzie Gunderson Chiles ('60)
I remember the mud in between our toes as well at the
park (Riverside). Those trees are HUGE, but I don't know
the names of them. I remember they watered the park with
the kind of sprinklers that go back and forth. I'm blank
right now as to the name of them. I don't remember the big
pool at all, but do remember the wading pool. I'm thinking
that they had already filled in the big pool before I was
going to the park. Gee, I spent many, many hours at the
park. I would play tennis quite often there also. The
little tavern attached to the Community Center, where the
bowling alley was the Gaslight, as far as I remember.
-Carol Converse Maurer ('64) ~ Eureka, CA - We've had a
week of very nice warm weather. Need to plant the
rest of my flowers today, as Wed., it's to rain.
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>>From: Gary Behymer ('64)
To: John Browne, Jr. ('61)
Re: "Bahtmanand Robin"
"There are ancient records of this type of transition
to be found in the sacred writings from India... the fable
of the "Bahtmanand Robin" is certainly the most widely
prominent."
In regards to your comments in this morning's Alumni
Sandstorm... I was fully caught off guard by your entry.
I had no idea that the sacred writings contained such a
fable.
All of these years I had believed in Gil Kane (;-) I mourn
his passing...
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/208992.stm
-Gary Behymer ('64) ...lost in downtown Colfax, WA
...where the women are strong...the men good
looking...and the kids about average.
P.S. ...with memories of "Browne, Browne, Browne" being
chanted, from the Bomber football stands, the final
football game during the fall of 1963. We WANT to
believe he was twirling 'the ring' on his finger when
he ran onto the playing field. (The Browne here would
be Mark Browne, Class of 1964 - RIP)
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>>From: Jeff Michael ('65)
Re: Robin Redbreast
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
Thank you, thank you. We lost our pet robin a few
weeks back and thought we'd never see it again! Please,
let it in and I'll come get it right away. We were playing
fetch with a night crawler here at the house, and I had
the screen door open... She flew out to get the worm and
must have gotten lost. Maybe it's because of that quandary
you mentioned. We have one at our place, too. Poor robin
must have mistaken yours for ours. Oh, don't worry about
your parrot...the robin's been "fixed".
dj Jeff Michael ('65)
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>>From: Shirley Collings Haskins ('66)
Re: spam from Jay Siegel ('61)
I, too, wonder if I had my spam filter set incorrectly.
(I just changed it.) I am only receiving mail from Maren
and the Sandstorm. That could be a good sign indicating
that no spam is getting through. But, on the other hand,
it means no one wants to talk to me ...
-Shirley Collings Haskins ('66) ~ Richland
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>>From: Don Andrews ('67)
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
We had the same experience last year with a robin. I
was told that this time of year the male robins (mating
season you know) are more aggressive and when they see
their reflection in a window they will do exactly what you
described. It is assumed they think their reflection is a
rival male and they will not give up beating their head
against a window (testosterone affect).
If you can put something over the outside of the
window so they can't see their reflection they will stop
or move to another window.
Good luck.
-Don Andrews ('67) ~ Ridgefield, WA - Enjoying the
beautiful Golf weather we have been having.
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>>From: Stu Osborn ('71)
Re: Don't get SASSED, Bombers
Two slightly different versions of a new worm virus
called "Sasser" were discovered on Saturday, Alumni
Sandstorm readers. They exploit the local security
authority subsystem Service (LSASS) buffer-overflow
vulnerability identified by Microsoft last month.
Computers running Windows 2000 and XP are primary targets.
As with earlier worms, a patch to close this security hole
in Windows had been available for download 18 days before
Sasser was found.
The worm attacks systems connected to the internet
that were not updated with these software fixes. PCs
infected with Sasser will either crash and restart
repeatedly or start scanning the Web for other vulnerable
computers to infect. When infected, you'll see a "System
Shutdown" dialog box which cannot be dismissed count down
from 30 seconds until your system reboots.
Unlike previous Internet worms, Sasser enters and
infects vulnerable PCs without any action on the part of
the user, allowing it to spread quickly. This time you
don't have to open email attachments to be infected.
Simply connecting to the Internet using an unprotected PC
is enough. The worm can infect unprotected computers less
than 10 minutes after they are connected. Because the
virus seeks out infectable computers automatically and
does not use email to spread, experts said personal home
machines may be most vulnerable.
A link on the Microsoft's home page instructs users to
make sure that they have enabled their protective Internet
connection firewall in Windows XP, updated Windows to
close the security loophole that the worm exploits and
then to remove the worm from their hard drives.
http://www.microsoft.com/security/incident/sasser.asp
Keeping virus detection programs updated with the latest
signature file to detect the latest viruses and setting
up Windows to auto download and install new "critical"
patches will keep systems safer from the newest worms.
While the Sasser worm does not seriously damage infected
computers, hackers could try to spin off more malicious
variants in the coming days. For those without virus
protection software, I've linked Trend Micro's free online
virus scanning and cleaning site below:
http://housecall.trendmicro.com/
-Stu Osborn ('71)
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9 Bombers sent stuff:
Ken Ely ('49), Wanda Wittebort ('53)
Ruth Patty ('56), John Browne, Jr. ('61)
Roy Ballard ('63), Bill Wingfield ('67)
Pam Ehinger ('67), Mary Jane Smith ('70)
Lynn Noble ('72)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Patti Cole Pierce ('52)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Janice Wise Sola ('71)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Ken Ely ('49)
To: Suzie Gunderson Chiles ('60)
The tavern at the end of the Recreation Center near
the bowling alley was "The Richland Tavern". It was later
replaced by "The Gaslight".
-Ken Ely ('49) ~ Orangevale, CA - eagerly awaiting the
Bomber Luncheon on the 10th
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>>From: Wanda Wittebort Shukay ('53)
Re: FOR THE BIRDS
Wittebort's chicks
Thought all the Robin lovers would like to see the
picture of our latest brood of Chickadees. We have lived
here in Lake Ridge, VA for almost five years and put up
bird houses (Chickadee house on our fence and three Robin
houses along perimeter of woods, 100 yards apart) and the
Chickadees have nested twice a summer producing 9 times.
There are 6 babies in this shot taken by my son. My son
Joe and I are both bird watchers, feeders and just plain
love all the wild life. We get deer, raccoons, red fox,
and of course many squirrels.
Bomber Greetings
-Wanda Wittebort Shukay ('53) ~ Lake Ridge, VA
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>>From: Ruth Patty Holesworth ('56)
Re: Old Rec Hall
The Rec Hall was the whole building consisting of the
Tavern, Bowling Lanes, Lunch Counter. Pinball machines and
at the South end, the Dining Room. My Mother worked at the
Rec Hall Tavern as a bartender. The tavern changed to The
Frontier then the Gaslight and now Jacksons. The Dining
Room was later used for Hi-Spot dances.
I believe the Big Pool in Riverside Park was filled in
after the 1948 flood.
Does anyone remember The Mart? It was the building
south of where the Federal Building is today. It had a
drug store, soda fountain and lounge.
[allgallery.tripod.com/0000s/Mart.html]
There was also a DayCare Center on the northwest corner of
Jadwin and Lee Blvd. I remember it had a white picket
fence.
-Ruth Patty Holesworth ('56)
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>>From: John Browne, Jr. ('610
Re: A "Q" for Stu
Here's the problem: isn't it tough to 'firewall' the
infected computer AND keep it running long enough to
download the patch from the Internet at the same time?
2 good friends in my 'hood spent most of a day (and
a reservoir of good will) dealing with this over the
weekend. Seems like there should be some "white knight"
hacker out there who'd set up a system (akin to the virus
promulgators) that searched for 'unprotected' Windows OS
machines & installed the patch while no one was looking...
^..^
-JHBrowne, Jr. ('61) ~ Vashon Island, WA
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>>From: Roy Ballard ('63)
To: Shirley Collings Haskins ('66)
We all want to talk to you Shirley, but I don't know
what to say, I'm at a loss for words.
-Roy Ballard ('63)
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>>From: Bill Wingfield ('67)
To: Monique Mangold Beaucour ('80) ~ France
I'm glad to hear that you are feeling better about
your daughter Deborah's coming to Atlanta, GA. Please
tell her to call me if she has any fears at all.
Please keep me posted on how she's doing. I sure
think you should come over here and visit her. :-)
-Bill Wingfield (BRC '67) ~ Augusta, GA where it is
turning warm.
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>>From: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
I would love to find out how to stop this Spam stuff!
I get any where between 10-30 spam notes each time I open
my email! If there is a spam stopper, I need it bad! Could
someone out in Bomber Ville tell me how I can do this!
Also I want to Congratulate The Sandstorm for winning the
Edward R Murrow Award! WAY TO GO!!! That's our Col-Hi/
Richland Hi! Keep up the good work!
Bombers Rule
-Pam Ehinger Nassen (The Blue Ribbon Class of '67)
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>>From: Mary Jane Smith Poynor ('70)
Re: Gary Behymer ('64) "...lost in downtown Colfax, WA
...where the women are strong...the men good
looking...and the kids about average."
Hey Gary - I'll agree that the women are strong and the
men good looking since my brother and his wife live in
your fine town - however I have to take issue with the
average kids!! My niece and 2 nephews must be an exception
to your rule!!
Happy Spring!!
-Mary Jane Smith Poynor ('70) ~ Anchorage, where the snow
in the front yard has finally disappeared! Alaska
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>>From: Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
To: Stu Osborn ('71)
Thanks for the alert.
Not much was said about the Sasser worm until the last
couple of days. My system automatically downloads updates
for Windows XP, but via the Sony VAIO support. It seems
like one of these updates should have alerted me that the
patch was available...perhaps I need to make that request
of VAIO.
I downloaded the patch yesterday from Microsoft and it
took all of 28 seconds to do. The only confusing part was
knowing which XP patch to download, since four were
listed. I finally took a gamble and downloaded one by
process of elimination. All seems to be okay...
-Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
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12 Bombers sent stuff:
Betty Hiser ('49), Mike Clowes ('54)
Norma Myrick ('54), Marilyn Baird ('60)
Jay Siegel ('61), Helen Cross ('62)
Georgia Rushworth ('66), Stu Osborn ('71)
5 Cole Bombers ('50, '55, '63, and '66)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Brad Pugh ('66)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
To: Ruth Patty Holesworth ('56)
Re: The Mart
allgallery.tripod.com/0000s/Mart.html
Do I remember the Mart? I spend many an hour as a
teenager in the Mart section (eating place). In addition
to the Mart it had the Evergreen Room (lounge), cafeteria
(the entire building originally was a cafeteria), Economy
drug store (which later became a part of the Payless chain
and moved), and jewelry store (Nihart's). I really missed
it as we had to find another "hangout." Muscles spent a
lot of time in there also.
Re: The big pool
Camp Hanford was here then and wanted to maintain the
pool for the military but Uncle Sam (Federal Government)
said it did not meet certain standards so they filled it
in and built the big pool (George Prout) on Swift.
Re: The Day Care Center
It was located on Geothals-now-Jadwin and Lee Blvd. in
a Quonset hut. A lot of women who worked in the 700 Area
(between Knight Street and Lee Boulevard - east and west)
and Geothals-now-Jadwin and Stevens Dr. - north and south)
used the day care. That location later had a filling
station (gas) and after that became what is now US Bank.
Re: Rec Hall
I didn't spend much time in the Rec Hall as a teenager
- only later years when I bowled in a league. I used to
go up with my mother to the Rec Hall - she smoked - and
bought cigarettes - you had to wait in a big long line -
and they only sold you one pack at a time. Really hard on
smokers.
-Betty Hiser Gulley ('49) - from the south end (government
portion) of Richland where the weather has
cooled off to where it should be (low 70s).
Wind is blowing!!!
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>>From: Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54)
As some of you may be aware, The Class of '54 will be
holding its 50th reunion come this September. We have a
good idea where most of our class members are (within
reason) and they are being contacted. But there are a few
who have sort of dropped out of sight (so to speak). If
you or anyone you know recognizes as name or two here
please have them contact us through the Class's web page
at: richlandbombers.1954.tripod.com or the Club 40
Web Page at: richlandclub40.org
Now, here are the classmates we are looking for:
Pat Barber, David Berst, Mary Ann Bollen, Edward Borello,
Bob Bunch, Suzanne Evelyn Burn, Jim Butler, Gail Craven,
Pat Faigeneault, Patricia Jean "Pat" Duffy, Jeanine Dye,
Ed Ray Edwards, Roger Ensign, Wayne Ewing, Bill Gean,
Betty Jean Geiger, Tom Griffith, Kaye Horrocks, Tom Johns,
Jackie Luckey, Dwaine Mann, June Marshall, Claire Martin,
Nancy McClelland, Jim McClure, Lorraine Murphy, Loretta Murphy,
Jane Parker, Gene Peisker, Lyle Peterson, Shirley Riggs,
Valarie Rowland, Barbara Sargent, DiAnn Schuster,
James Scoggin, Clark Sheridan, David Short, Jack Sitton,
Garry Strong, Pat Thomas, Florance Tighwater, Dixie Trout,
Alice Verbrugghen, Norma Wissinger, Earl Yates,
Leslie Young and Micheal Zimmerman.
And if your name isn't here and you haven't yet
committed to coming "vell, ve haff vays".
Bomber Cheers
-Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54) - Albany, OR - where
it's briefly (I hope) back to the monsoons.
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>>From: Norma Myrick Nunamaker ('54)
To: All Bombers in the Seattle area
I am very involved here in the Tri-Cities with
welcoming home our military men and women. Our group
"American Citizens Encouraging Support" (ACES) was started
during the Gulf War and we welcomed over 300 at that time.
So far we have welcomed 120 and know we have missed some
as we did not know they were coming in. We have a red
carpet, flags from all branches including POW/MIA, music
and gifts for each one. We shed tears of joy with each
homecoming as most of the Heroes returning share those
tears with us. I can't explain the pride we feel for each
one. They receive hugs and hand shakes from each and every
one of us. Most of us feel they are a part of us even if
we have never met until that moment. We have members
that come from Hermiston and Milton-Freewater. We can go
anywhere to great them, the Pasco Airport, and those that
come in other ways we do at their homes, Hubbies Pizza,
Red Robin, Granny's, parks, etc. We also sent care
packages, send to wounded, work with the 303rd Nat'l Guard
that is in Iraq at this time. We had a large send off for
them at the Pasco Armory and now help their families here
when they need help through AmVets Shoulder to Shoulder
program. As you can see this requires a lot of time and
love for those giving so much for us, but it is worth
every minute.
Now I will get down to business. We have received many
requests from military units and families wanting someone
in the Seattle area to have homecomings for the ones
coming home in that area. Any Bombers that live over there
can be of help to me by letting me know of anyone that
is interested in starting up a group of this type. The
founder of our group, Carol Boe, and I will be happy to
work with anyone that in interested in giving some time.
One rule we have is that we never include politics as
no matter for or against the war we must support our
troops and our supports come from our hearts 100%.
Thank you for reading my "book".
Keep our troops all over the world in your prayers.
-Norma Myrick Nunamaker ('54)
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>>From: Marilyn Baird Singletary ('60)
Re: Lottery
How many Bombers have become Million Aires through the
Amsterdam/Netherlands Lottery? I have gotten two different
notifications and winning 2 Million "WOW" I can't stand
the excitement!!! I'm just waiting for the results of the
NIOSH. That would be enough for me, feeling that the
Government gave back a little of what it took from my
Mother.
Re: Virginia Luncheons
In the early '70s, I was working at Quantico with the
Marines and lived in Woodbridge and Stafford. I really
loved it there and often would like to return. My
husband's relatives have family reunions at Dumfries,
coming from the entire east coast every few years.
Re: Famous Bombers
Is Terrence Knox, aka Terry Davis ('65) doing any new
projects? Whenever I brag about a fellow school mate, I'm
asked 'what are they doing?'
And how about Michael Peterson ('77), our Country
singer? Just wanted to know.
-Marilyn Baird Singletary ('60) ~ From the sunny and warm
NorthWest Bay of San Francisco.
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>>From: Jay Siegel ('61)
Re: Spam 'n' Worms
To: John Browne ('61)
That smacks a bit of "Big Brother"! Seriously, when
you register your OS online with Microsoft, they have
a block to check if you want to be informed of future
updates, or at least they used to. Many who did check the
block would change the setting the first time that they
logged on and ended up in the maze of Microsoft home! A
solution is to periodically log on to Microsoft home and
check for updates - you can do it on a slow evening when
there isn't much mail or other surfing to do. I received
a warning from my ISP with the link to the update and I
assume that many more ISPs did the same.
To: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
There are many spam blockers available but most are
too drastic in their filters - fine if you aren't hoping
to hear from a long lost classmate or a new friend -
anyone whose address isn't passed by your spam filter.
SBC YAHOO, my ISP uses a different tack - being a internet
mail provider, they trap filtered email to a "Bulk"
folder. You can periodically review the source and title
of the messages held without actually opening the message,
even with a couple of hundred of messages in my bulk mail,
I am able to scan, mark and delete the trash without
loosing any desired messages and not opening any that
might be infective! There should be similar spam blockers
available for computer based email (Outlook Express is a
computer based email system), however the file has to be
downloaded to your PC from the web which is all that it
takes for newer viruses.
Clear blue skies and warm, gentle breezes
-Jay Siegel ('61)
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>>From: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Re: The patch
Since you are commenting on this, I thought I'd add my
uneducated stumbling in this department. I received an
email from my server (or some department of it) to unload
a "patch". I tried to do it and the necessary site was
blocked by what: my virus detector? I notified the msn
address who has sent the original message and I've
received nothing back yet.
My son finished up (for this year) at Purdue this
weekend, and I thought I'd ask him about it, as I haven't
a clue what to do further, and just refuse to open up
names I can't identify anymore.
Re: My Health
I had the biopsy without problem, and now am waiting
for the results. The doctor told me I'd hear from her late
tomorrow or by Friday noon. This waiting is difficult.
Thank you for the many encouraging messages from
many Bombers. I will answer them all as soon as I have
something to answer.
Re: Another new Bomber Lunch
To: Anyone near our area
Max Case ('57) and I would like to host a Bomber
luncheon on June l9th (sorry we had to change the date) at
the Olive Garden in Northern Indianapolis near where Max
lives. More information later.
-Helen Cross Kirk ('62) ~ West Harrison, IN - where the
little lake is sparkling in the sunshine on a near
perfect day with sunshine, 73°, a very slight
breeze, and less than 50% humidity.
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>>From: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
Hi everyone!
I just got back from being 3 days in Montana. Guess
what? As I sit here at noon, getting my email, there is..
you guessed it, my robin is knocking at the wooden front
door where there is no reflection. I appreciate everyone's
responses. I still have to go back and read everything in
more detail.
Actually, I don't mind him/her being here except for
the you-know-what on the porches. I did fling open the
door to scare it off, but that lasted only momentarily.
Al, yes my Grey [parrot] is a female, but the robin
doesn't go very near to where her cage is. I thought of
that and have been watching but don't see any connection.
Anyway, I will keep you all posted as to the bird
activity!
To: Dicksy Poe Creek ('50)
Thank you for mentioning my dad. He was the greatest
and I miss him so much.
-Georgia Rushworth ('66)
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>>From: Stu Osborn ('71)
To: John Browne, Jr. ('61)
I understand how you may have wondered that, John but
no. The Internet Connection Firewall (ICF) available in
Windows XP doesn't behave like you'd just unplugged your
DSL cable or modem line from the Internet.
ICF is a "stateful" software firewall. A stateful
firewall is one that monitors all aspects of the
communications that cross its path and inspects the source
and destination address of each message that it handles.
ICF prevents unsolicited network traffic from entering by
keeping a table of all communications that have originated
from the local computer. All inbound traffic from the
Internet is compared against the entries in the table.
Inbound Internet traffic is only allowed to pass when
there is a matching entry in the table that shows that the
communication exchange began from within the local box.
All this mumbo-jumbo means is that you can go to the
Windows Update site and download patches even with ICF
turned on. Open "Network Connections", right-click your
Network Connection, click 'Properties" and then the
"Advanced" tab and check the checkbox to turn on ICF in
Windows XP.
Re: "Thanks for the alert" from Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
And Lynn, Sony won't notify you of available Windows
patches but it sounds like you already have Windows set to
"auto-download" any new critical updates that become
available. Good for you! Because you kept on top of this
you had already plugged the security hole (buffer overrun)
in lsass.exe, and thus you weren't vulnerable to the
Sasser worm.
If you'd like to take this protection a step further
or if you have a legacy operating system like Windows 98
Bombers, go to http://www.windowsupdate.com/, scan for
available updates and under "Recommended Updates" you'll
find some software to install that will notify you of any
new critical updates that become available. It's called
"Windows Critical Update Notification".
Happy computing Bombers and stay clean.
-Stu Osborn ('71)
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Our sister, Patti Cole Pierce ('52) turned 70
yesterday the 5th of May. Sorry this is late, Patti, but
know that we love you and we'll do better next year!
Enjoy your Mariner game this weekend.
-The Cole Clan
Barbara ('50), Karen ('55), Judie & Jackie ('63) Johnny ('66)
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5 Bombers, 1 NAB, and 1 HHS Funeral Notice today:
Alice Hanthorn ('59), John Northover ('59)
Gary Behymer ('64), Lynn Noble ('72)
Stu Osborn ('71), Don Sorenson (NAB=Not A Bomber)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Kathy Clark ('67)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Laverne Vandenberg ('76)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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From the new ALL Bomber Alumni Guest Book:
>>From: Alice Hanthorn Johnson ('59)
DATE: Thursday 05/06/2004 9:58:22am
COMMENTS: Bumped into the 'ol Bomber page quite by
accident, so I thought I should say HI to every one.
I think we are the only HIGH school with such an active
web sight. God Bless every one ....
-Alice Hanthorn Johnson ('59)
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>>From: John R. Northover ('59)
Two Things: AntiVirus Programs and Updates
1. Antivirus Programs:
I hope everyone has some kind of antivirus program running
on their computer at all times. If not, the world can only
cry for you when you find out you have been invaded ... I
am a civil savant working for Uncle Sammy and am aware
that the US of N uses Norton Antivirus.
Ask yourself - "How many times have I heard about military
computers getting trashed by some worm or virus?" ... the
answer would be almost none. Actually very few. It does
happen and when it does Norton springs into action. I am
not endorsing Norton ... just saying that Norton Antivirus
is one of the best. Once you have it loaded you can
update the virus definition files at your leisure ... and
at your peril or you can set up Norton Antivirus to check
periodically for updates.
When the Norton Antivirus program is up an running on your
computer it should show the Norton Antivirus protection
badge in your system tray. Indicating it is active. You
can right CLICK on the badge, "OPEN NORTON ANTIVIRUS"
and click on "LiveUpdate...". At that point Norton will
connect (if you are on the internet) to its update site
and copy the latest virus definition files to your
computer. Norton will also up date your Norton software if
it needs to do so.
2. Microsoft Updates:
If you have your computer set up to NOT check for software
updates ... and would like to do them manually on your own
time. Open your browser, assuming you are using Microsoft
Internet Explorer ... any version ... however you should
be on Version 6.0.xxxx.xxxx .... You can check the version
of Internet Explorer by clicking on "HELP" and then click
on "ABOUT INTERNET EXPLORER" ... a small window will be
displayed with the version.
To check for updates; Click on "TOOLS", select "Windows
Update". You will be linked to the Microsoft Windows
Update site. Click on the little green button with the
white arrow - "Scan for updates". Microsoft will scan your
computer to see what updates you do not have. They will
present you with a list of "CRITICAL", "Recommended" and
"Update" sort of like ... "If you want these" updates.
I would recommend that you select all "CRITICAL" and
"Recommended" updates. The "If you want these" depends
upon software you may or may not have loaded on your
computer. If an update is a very large file, 1 or 2 mega-
bytes or larger and you are still on a modem ... select
one at a time and update your computer over a day or two.
If you are worried about Microsoft getting into your
"STUFF", your "DATA" or your "LIFE", I think there is
little cause for concern. I have been in the UNIX/DOS/
MICROSOFT world since 1982 and have not been able to
attribute any spam email, any offers to lengthen or grow
larger various parts of the human anatomy, any pleas for
assistance from many individuals in Africa to assist them
in moving millions into my checking account so "we" can
get rich, any offers to enhance, prolong or extend...
"bedroom behavior or performance", any offers to stop
spam!! or any offer to reduce my mortgage to the many
updates I have done through Microsoft.
Remember a pound of ounces is hardly necessary if you use
the 7 P's of proper planning.
v.r
juan the geek '59: Necessity is omnipotent - Contingency
is omnipotent - Humans have freewill. Shermer-2003
-John Northover ('59)
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>>From: Gary Behymer ('64)
The main article in the Spring issue of "Columbia", the
magazine of Northwest History is "The Hanford Engineer
Works Village," by David W. Harvey & Katheryn Hill Krafft ('67).
nice pages with 5 or 6 photos...don't worry Maren,
you've already have them. The cover is a nice glossy
Richland Washington - The Atom Bustin' Village of the West
logo that appeared on the front page of Richland Day
1947...Pictures scanned by non-Bomber Bob Canavan and
submitted by Burt Pierard ('59)
http://richland1947.tripod.com/RD2.html
You can go to their web site at: www.washingtonhistory.org
to order a copy...WARNING...the Spring issue is not yet
listed. The cost is $7.50 postpaid.
-Gary Behymer ('64)
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>>From: Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
To: Stu Osborn ('71)
Thanks for the compliment about staying on top of the
XP updates, but believe me it's all blind, dumb luck on my
part. I'd like to think I know a little about the land of
virtual reality, but only enough to make me dangerous.
Thanks for all of your great support!
-Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
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>>From: Stu Osborn ('71)
Re: Patches and Worms and Updates
To: Jay Siegel ('61)
Re: Spam 'n Worms
Hi Jay,
That "block to check" is a checkbox Microsoft provides
to new users of Windows to choose to get email announcing
service packs that contain software enhancements, not
Windows critical updates. Checking the box when you
register Windows really doesn't mean you are registering
to receive Windows patches. Those critical patches are
made available constantly on the Windows Update site:
http://www.windowsupdate.com. When installing a new
version of Internet Explorer, checking a checkbox resets
your browser's home page to http://www.microsoft.com and
since that's your IE home page, you'll visit it every time
you open your browser. On that page Microsoft announces
new updates available for Windows and new virus threats.
But of course, you can always change your home page back
to whatever URL you wish. I must say you gave very,
very good advice, Jay, when you suggested that Bombers
"periodically log on to Microsoft home and check for
updates".
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Re: The patch
You may have been the victim of some kind of email
hoax, Helen. Receiving "an email from my server (or some
department of it) to unload a patch" just sounds fishy.
Earlier worm viruses used these types of emails to
propagate themselves when people opened attachments
in them thinking they came from their ISPs. Logically,
uninstalling Windows patches is counter productive. You
make your computer vulnerable again. Given the fact that
when you tried to go to the web site mentioned in the
email and your virus program blocked it, well that really
sounds like something weird was going on. I'm convinced
that you won't be receiving an answer from the email
address you sent your inquiry about this to. But it
sounds like you're doing the right thing now, Helen, by
not responding to messages or following instructions in
emails that you don't recognize the originator's email
address.
-Stu Osborn ('71)
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>>From: Don Sorenson (NAB)
Re: George Prout Pool
To: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
Didn't the folks in Richland have some kind of fund
raising effort to build that pool because the AEC would
not fund construction? Also wasn't George Prout a
department manager for G.E.? Say around 1947?
...thought I'd ask.
-Don Sorenson (NAB)
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Funeral Notice scanned from the TCHerald
by Shirley Collings Haskins ('66)
>>Charles Duane Clayton (HHS '80) ~ 4/6/62 - 2/21/04
FuneralNotices.tripod.com
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9 Bombers sent stuff:
Betty Hiser ('49), Ralph Myrick ('51)
Mary Judd ('60), John Browne, Jr. ('61)
Helen Cross ('62), Gary Behymer ('64)
Linda Reining ('64), Patty de la Bretonne ('65)
Georgia Rushworth ('66)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Dick Coates ('52)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Dennis Barr ('58)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Patty de la Bretonne ('65)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Mike Hogan ('70)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
To: Don Sorenson (NAB)
I could not and can not swim because of ear problems
I have had my entire life so other than seeing my sister
swim at the big pool and taking my children to the George
Prout swimming pool I really can not remember how the
Prout pool was funded. (I wasn't interested I guess.)
George Prout was the General Manager over the entire
Hanford Project when the General Electric Company was
here. Since we had only one contractor at that time he was
the head honcho over the entire Hanford Project. He may
have been the one who spearheaded having the pool built
and thus the pool was named for him. That is just a guess
on my part.
HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY to all of the Bomber women who are
mothers and to all of our mothers - if your mother is
still alive and you have any contact with her please tell
her you love her. I have to go to the graveyard to tell my
mother I loved her.
-Betty Hiser Gulley ('49) - from the government South
Richland where the weather has cooled down to
where it should be at this time of year.
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>>From: Ralph Myrick ('51)
Re: ACES Picture
The lady on the right is Norma Myrick Nunamacker ('54).
She and her group, the ACES are doing a terrific job
honoring the men and women of our armed services.
-Ralph Myrick ('51)
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>>From: Mary Judd Hinz ('60)
Re: John Myers ('58RIP)
John Meyers, along with Mark Kafentzis and Fran Rish,
will be inducted into the Central Washington Sports
Athletic Hall of Fame on May 14. I'm attaching the news
article on John Meyers from Wednesday's Tri-City Herald.
I'm sure everyone who remembers John will enjoy reading
it. I'll watch for the articles on Mark Kafentzis and Fran
Rish and forward them also.
-Mary Judd Hinz ('60)
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>>From: John Browne, Jr. ('61)
Re: viral consternation
To: Stu Osborn ('71)
It probably wasn't the firewall that presented the
problem, but the sasser itself, since it was tough to get
ANYwhere long enough before the system began rebooting...
of course, with the virus already onboard, IT could be
'the source' of some of the outbound messages, couldn't
it? So the firewall might just assume any responses were
valid... hmmm
To: John Northover ('59)
Your reference to the "7Ps" list was helpful (although
I couldn't recall, off-hand, where I'd put my own). When
it turned up I found that it starts with 'procrastinate'
and ends with 'postpone'- MY kind of list! Juan, the
Yankee Piddler ^..^
-JHBrowne, Jr. ('61) ~ Vashon Island, WA
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>>From: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Finally I got the results from my biopsy tonight. I
do have some abnormal tissue, but my surgeon feels it is
100% curable with a lumpectomy and radiation as it is
encapsulated and in the earliest stage. So I feel it as
positive as bad news can be. I will see her to schedule
the lumpectomy on Tues., 2 months after my first
questionable mammogram was done.
I want to thank the many Bombers who have sent
positive messages to me encouraging me during this long
wait, and for those of you who offered prayers. I do
appreciate each one of them, and I have tried to save
them to respond to personally when this is complete.
Please continue to pray and think positive thoughts for
my surgeon and the procedure during the next and hopefully
end phase of this process.
Re: Worms and Patches
I am saving all this information on these subjects
for my son who is coming home soon to see where we are in
this, as my husband is very busy at seminary these next
few weeks. I am glad we have McAffee Antivirus protection.
With gratitude,
-Helen Cross Kirk ('62) ~ West Harrison, IN - where we are
having almost perfect Spring weather, not too hot,
not too cold, and not too humid!! The little lake
has some ducks on it today enjoying the sunshine,
and yes, the lawn needs mowing again.
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>>From: Gary Behymer ('64)
Congratulation William "Bill" Pennick ('65) upon your
retirement from 35 GREAT years as teacher in the Colfax
school system! Salute!
-Gary Behymer ('64) ...located somewhere in downtown
Colfax, Washington State.
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>>From: Linda Reining ('64)
To: John Northover('59)
Re: Antivirus protection and updates
I have McAfee antivirus protection and have it set up
for automatic virus updates---have had them since I first
bought this computer ('99) and have been very happy with
the way they take care of my computer--have been very
lucky and only gotten ONE virus (which came from an
attachment). thanks, also, for the information on Windows
updates---I needed 2 Critical updates, took less than a
minute to download them (have dial-up modem)--was a total
of 2.3MB (what I know about a computer, would fill a
thimble, so am not exactly sure just exactly how that
affected my memory, but since it told me it was CRITICAL,
I downloaded it!).
-Linda Reining ('64) ~ Bakersfield, CA - the heat has
arrived... have been in the high 90s and low
100s all week! I am so looking forward to class
of '64's 40th reunion in June... hard to
believe we have been out of school THAT long
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>>From: Patricia de la Bretonne ('65)
Thank you Gary and Burt for the pictures from Richland
the year I was born. I think my dad would love a copy of
the magazine.
-Patricia de la Bretonne ('65)
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>>From: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
Re: Robins
I just want to let you all know that Bombers (always)
rule in the "Robin Department". My front door has a gold
kick-plate so that's where he was seeing himself! I am
sure that the reason he moves around to different windows
has to do with the sun and the time of day. So thanks to
all of you!
Re: Antivirus
I have an extremely trustworthy and efficient anti-
virus called "Panda". You can download it online. I have
the Panda Platinum 7. You can go to the website at
www.pandasoftware.com This is my 3rd year with it.
Thanks again!
-Georgia Rushworth ('66) ~ Proud to be a Bomber in Badger
Canyon where it is a pleasant sunny day!
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9 Bombers sent stuff:
"Em" DeVine ('52), Max Case ('57)
Gloria Falls ('58), Tim Smyth ('62)
Freddie Schafer ('63), Leoma Coles ('63)
Julia Alexander ('65), Mike Howell ('68WB)
Karen Davis ('76)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Twins: Bill & Mary Bailey ('64)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Val Trent ('70)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Marilyn "Em" DeVine Dow ('52)
Greetings to each and all, and special Mother's Day wishes
to all you moms and grandmoms.
My little Minnie Winnie is ready to find a new home!
It's a nice little 21 ft with 6 seat belts and sleeps 4.
Fully contained, it would be great for a small family
taking short trips. My kids decided it wouldn't do for me
to take off for a couple of months at a time and traveling
long distances. It has 107,000+ miles on it.
Bought an "upgrade" recently. It's a Jambouree Raley
and is bigger than I thought I wanted (27 ft), has a full
bedroom, which I will probably appreciate as I trek around
the USA seeing the sights of this wonderful country of
ours, and visiting relatives and friends. Surely gas
prices won't stay up FOREVER, will they?!!?? I guess the
Alaskan Bombers are lovin' this---the Dividend Fund is
dependant on the price of oil per barrel. So while they
are being gouged at the gas pumps, just like the rest of
us, at least they will be compensated in October.
Have a good and safe Memorial Day weekend!
-Marilyn "Em" DeVine Dow ('52) ~ in cooling-off Richland -
where many boaters have been out on the river for weeks
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>>From: Max Case ('57)
Dear Bomber alums,
I'm responding to Ray Loescher's ('57) request to
submit an entry in the Alumni Sandstorm... do you remember
our nickname for Ray: "Gabby Hayes". "Gabby" suggested
frequency of motor mouth activity!!
I'm delighted to share my journey with Bomber alums...
after completing 39 years of service as a teacher/pastor
in higher education, I'm happily semi-retired, teaching
courses on "Exploring Spirituality in Popular Film" and
"Spirituality and the Visual Arts: Photography, Sculpture
and Film." I enjoy non-traditional students, 35-75 years
of age... I'm serving on advisory boards for Benedictine
and Carmelite sisters, adjunct professor at a theological
seminary, and resource consultant to congregations
exploring how to bring the visual arts into worship
and architectural settings... I'm very eclectic in my
spirituality, fusing native American practices, reverence
for natural landscapes, Quaker/Buddhist/Catholic
meditation practices, interfaith dialogues with
Christians, Jews, and Muslims... I remember influential
friends and teachers from Richland over the span of many
years... especially, my favorite teachers and ministers
(at CUP/Westside UP)... I'm grateful for growing up with
adults who were lifelong learners in Richland... I've
always found strength and comfort from facing adversities
by "learning something new." That's the secret of growing
at any stage of our journeys... I've also had occasion to
reconnect with Ora Diettrich ('57), Diane Zuelow ('57),
Dorothy Warren ('57), Dick and Dorothy Hill, Cecil ('53)
and Betty ('51) and John Bell, Shirley ('56) & Gloria ('61) Davis,
Don McKenzie ('56) and his sister Carol ('63)... Walker
Douglas ('57), Phil Hefner ('57) and Phil Barr('57), Jim
Clementson. ('57). Please know many of above have married
names... I'm recalling their high school names.
Also had the pleasure of reuniting with David Warren's
brothers and sister at his inauguration as president
of Ohio Wesleyan U./Delaware, OH, several years ago...
David's serving the association for independent colleges
and universities now days.
It's with fond memories I'm connecting to the rowdy
Richland Bombers... "On to State" was our rallying cry
every year!! My friendship remains with so many of you in
so many places, and I'd enjoy hearing from those who
remember our friendship at Col-Hi.
-Max Case ('57) ~ Indianapolis, IN USA
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>>From: Gloria Falls Evans ('58)
To: Mary Judd Hinz ('60)
Thank you, Mary, for the news clipping of John Meyers ('58RIP).
I tried to send you a personal message but it came back.
Sorry.
When I lived in Seattle in 1962 and '63, John lived
three apartments down from us... it was real neat. He
used to come by and say "Hey". This was in site of Lake
Washington we could see the boat races there.
My heart still hurts for Janet. I remember she came up
to Spokane one weekend and we planted daisies in my yard,
bless her heart. Whenever I see daisies I remember.
I also want to wish all the mothers, grandmothers, and
great grandmothers a Happy Mother's Day.
-Gloria Falls Evans ('58) ~ Spokane, WA - the weather has
cooled off quite considerably today
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>>From: Tim Smyth ('62)
To: Mary Judd Hinz ('60)
Thanks for the news on John Meyers ('58RIP). I
remember watching him play for the Bombers when I was a
kid and he was awesome. This tribute is well-deserved.
The website for the article is:
http://www.sportstricities.com/sportstc/midcol/sports/story/5039115p-4967501c.html
-Tim Smyth ('62) ~ Hudson Falls, NY
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>>From: Freddie Schafer ('63)
Happy Mothers Day to all you lovely Bomber moms and
especially to Ann ('63) who has done such a great job
raising us 3 boys. Filip and Rex turned out great the...
jury still out on me.
Thanks, Ann, for taking such good care of me for
over 40 years.
-Freddie Schafer (Gold Medal class of '63) ~ from soggy
Vancouver USA where we lost our first softball
game of the season... blame it on the pitcher--me
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>>From: Leoma Coles ('63)
Happy Mother's Day to all MOM's out there in Bomber
land!! It is sad that I have not had my mom for many
years, but enjoy being a mom and especially a grandmother!
Life can be at it's best when my little granddaughter
"Bryanna" says "mrama" and gives me a big kiss.
Take care all....
-Leoma Coles ('63)
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>>From: Julia Alexander ('65)
To: Patty de la Bretonne ('65)
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! (a day late) Thank you for being you
for so many years..... we won't tell how many!
Re: Gary Behymer ('64) and Burt Pierard ('59)
Along with Patty d., I want to thank you for the
pictures... from the year we were born... oops, I think
I just gave away those many years.
Re: birds
When I lived at Meadow Springs on a pond, we had
Mallard ducks come up onto the deck and "bang" at the
glass door! No pecking for these guys. They were just
greedy and hungry and knew where the food was. Big mistake
on our part to start feeding them, but they were fun to
watch. And thank you Treg Owings ('76) for your robin
picture.
Re: Viruses, fixes, worms, and patches
Why use MicroSoft when there are so many other
operating systems (like Linux and Red Hat) that are
not so susceptible to viruses?????
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
I send you my prayers... as a three time cancer
survivor, I very much believe in the power of prayer
through God from family and friends!
To: Norma Myrick Nunamacker ('54).
Thank you for all of your loving work!
-Julia Alexander ('65) ~ Forks, WA - where it is going to
be one of those gorgeous Olympic Peninsula days!
(and we are about 15" short on rain this year)
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>>From: Mike Howell ('68WB)
Hi To all Bombers;
Here's to Mom's everywhere. Without them none of us
would be here at all. I have to hand it to the women that
were around when I was growing up. It seems that they were
all named either "Mom" or "Mrs. _______". I know your mom
and mine fit in that category. Now a days moms are called
Mom, or by their first name, but they are still moms.
Happy Mothers Day, MOM.
-Mike Howell ('68WB)
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>>From: Karen Davis Scheffer ('76)
I'd like to publicly wish my momma a Happy Mother's
Day. She has been an incredible matriarch over the years
and quite the compassionate guide to the family functions-
--with Sheila's help!!!
I love you, Momma, and thank you for your incredible
strength and assistance in my last 46 years and especially
the last almost 2 years without Pops. Your love has helped
bring me over many rough times since losing daddy and
thanks for letting me talk about him so much. I know you
miss him too---he lives for me in you----thanks for that.
I hope you have a terrific day down in wonderful Richland.
There's no place like home!
Happy also Mother's Day to the other mothers who
played a role in my life:
Mrs. Margaret Slater, Mrs. Mary Mitzlaff, Mrs. Frannie King
and of course my sensational big sissy, Mrs. Sheila Galloway.
Thanks, ladies.
-Karen Davis Scheffer ('76)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/10/04
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10 Bombers sent stuff:
Kay Mitchell ('52), Karen Cole ('55)
Marla Lowman ('55), Max Sutton ('57)
Ray Loescher ('57), Burt Pierard ('59)
Lola Heidlebaugh ('60), Mary Judd Hinz ('60)
Patty de la Bretonne ('65), Rick Maddy ('67)
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BOMBER LUNCH Today: Sacramento Area Lunch
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Don Andrews ('67)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Chuck Lollis ('64)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Suzanne Christianson ('85)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Yesterday: Pete Overdahl ('60)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Kay Mitchell Coates ('52)
Re: A Bomber Hello From Spain
Vera Rodda ('52WB) and I have been in Spain for over a
week now, enjoying the celebration of our 70th year. Our
tour guide is an exchange student Vera had in the '70s and
he is about to wear these two old gals out! It feels like
we are on cultural overload at times, but we are having a
blast. We may have to hire a private jet to get us home
with all of our packages. The ancient castles, monasteries
and museums we have visited are mind boggling compared to
our recent history. Enclosed is a photo of a couple of happy
old Bombers.
-Kay Mitchell Coates ('52) ~ Zaragoza, Spain - where the
weather is warm and the street markets are to die for!
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>>From: Karen Cole Correll ('55)
I'm really curious to see how many Bombers saw our
birthday wishes to our sister Patti Cole Pierce ('52) on
the Mariner reader board at the game Saturday night. We
(her siblings and relatives) surprised her en mass to
attend the game in her honor. A great time was had by all
in spite of a loss to the Yankees. How many Bombers were
there?
-Karen Cole Correll ('55)
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>>From: Marla Lowman Kenitzer ('55)
Re: TODAY - No. California - Sacramento Area Bomber Lunch
To: All Bombers in the Northern California and
Sacramento Areas (and, of course, anywhere else)
How about joining other Bombers for lunch. No
reservations necessary! If you would like, you can email
Sandy or Marla that you will be at the luncheon (it
would give us a better count).
DATE: May 10, 2004 (Monday -- TODAY)
COFFEE TIME: 11:30 A.M.
LUNCH TIME: 12:30 P.M.
WHERE: The Old Spaghetti Factory
PHONE: (916) 985-0822
ADDRESS: 12401 Folsom Blvd., Sacramento, CA
DIRECTIONS: Go East on Highway 50 toward South Lake
Tahoe, Exit on Hazel Ave. Turn left on Folsom Blvd. (lst
stop light) and watch on the left for the entrance to the
Cattlemen's parking lot. This lot is also for the Numbus
Winery (Old Spaghetti Factory). The entrance to the
Nimbur Winery is also the entrance to the mall (lots of
interesting things if you have some extra time) and the
OSF is on the left inside the NW entrance.
This restaurant is about 5 minutes from our last
luncheon's restaurant and we will have a private room.
Sandy and I have tried the food; it's good and they offer
a variety of dishes. They serve lunch and dinner and the
prices are reasonable. All Bomber spouses and friends are
welcome! We understand that we may have out-of-state
alumni this time -- hope so!! See you in a few weeks.
-Marla Lowman Kenitzer ('55) ~ West Point, CA
-Sandy Finney Harvego ('60) ~ Sacramento, CA
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>>From: Max Sutton ('57)
Re: Mother's Day
Enjoyed reading all the Happy Mothers Day greetings in
the Sandstorm today. Most of us though around the age of
65 or older have experienced the passing of our mother. So
to all of us in the plight...
God Bless you Mom, you know we still love you..
-Max Sutton ('57) ~ sunny Renton, WA - Go Mariner's
against the Yanks today.
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>>From: Ray Loescher ('57)
To: Max Case ('57)
Thanks for letting us know what you've been doing all
these years and where you are. I'm sure others in the
class of '57 are also glad to hear from and about you. Now
if a few others out there (class of '57) would just let us
know how and what they are doing.
-Ray Loescher ('57) ~ Olympia
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>>From: Burt Pierard ('59)
To: All Club 40 people
Re: 2004 Reunion Attendees
Those of you who are wondering who is coming to the
Reunion can check out the Running List of Attendees on the
Club 40 Website. Go to:
RichlandClub40.org
and click on the "List of 2004 Reunion Attendees" button
or access the site by going to the All Bomber Links:
RichlandBombers.com
and click on the "Club 40" box.
Bomber Cheers,
-Burt Pierard ('59), Club 40 President & neophyte Webmaster
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>>From: Lola Heidlebaugh Bowen ('60)
WHAT: May Portland/Vancouver Bomber Luncheon
WHEN: Saturday - May 15, 2004
TIME: 11:00 - visiting time; 11:30 - lunch orders taken
WHERE: DoubleTree/Columbia River - Little Brickstone Room
DIRECTIONS: Take I-5 to Jantzen Beach exit
Please come help plan the August, 2004 Bomber Picnic! All
Bombers, spouses and friends are welcome!
Please contact Lola Heidlebaugh Bowen ('60) if you are
planning to join us.
-Lola Heidlebaugh Bowen ('60)
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>>From: Mary Judd Hinz ('60)
Re: Fran Rish
The sports article on Fran Rish was in this morning's
[5/9/04] Tri-City Herald.
Thanks, Tim Smyth ('62) for the great website
http://www.sportstricities.com/sportstc/midcol/sports/
The article on Fran Rish isn't on it yet, but I'm sure
it will be soon. I'm attaching the newspaper article here
as it includes a great picture.
-Mary Judd Hinz ('60)
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>>From: Patty de la Bretonne ('65)
Hey Julie, the thing about this site is that we all
know how old we and each other are. Besides, I just say,
"Hey, this is 57!" Just worked out this AM with a
wonderful trainer down the street. I'm getting strong!
It's now or never.
and a special Happy Mother's Day to you!
-Patty de la Bretonne ('65)
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>>From: Rick Maddy ('67)
Re: John Meyers ('58RIP)
Uh oh, Maddy's got another photo!!
I stopped in Richland a few days ago passing through.
Visited Phil Collins ('67) and we took a little trip to
Dawald Gym. Snapped this photo of John Meyers ('58RIP)
and the excellent company surrounding him. Also visited
Gary Nelson ('67) that evening. Always a good day to be
with these long time friends. Although years go by, we
just pick up the conversation where we left off last time.
That is how it is with friends.
-Rick Maddy ('67)
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6 Bombers sent stuff:
Carol Black ('48), Grover Shegrud ('56)
Ray Loescher ('57), Janet Wilgus ('59)
Georgia Rushworth ('66), Betti Avant ('69)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Bill McCue ('51)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Dave Doran ('72)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Carol Black Foster ('48)
Re: Missing Sandstorms
Hi:
I did not receive my Sandstorm yesterday or today.
Is it me or you?? I remember that sometimes they float
around in space but just wanted to check.
[EVERYBODY with an MSN or hotmail email address had their
Sandstorm bounced two days in a row. I *think* they may
have all been delivered now. You can always read it on the
website: AlumniSandstorm.com -Maren]
P.S. Is Brig. Gen. Mark Kimmit really a Bomber??
-Carol Black Foster ('48)
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[Brig. Gen Jim Mattis ('68) is the only Brig. Gen. Bomber
I know about. Anybody know about Kimmit?? -Maren]
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>>From: Grover Shegrud ('56)
Re: George Prout pool
As I remember it the pool was named after George Prout
(a child about 10 years old) who drowned swimming in the
Columbia river about 1947. I didn't know George but knew
a brother I think. Surely the city should have some more
accurate information than my memory.
-Grover Shegrud ('56) ~ Martha Lake, Mill Creek, Lynnwood,
Bothell WA
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>>From: Ray Loescher ('57)
Re: Gabby?
To: Max Case ('57)
Max,
You recently wrote to the Sandstorm saying: "do you
remember our nickname for Ray: "Gabby Hayes". "Gabby"
suggested frequency of motor mouth activity."
I'd like to set the record straight. I came by the title
"Gabby" from Naomi Buescher, the wonderful geometry and
trigonometry teacher of our era. You see, I happened to be
a stutterer at that time and it just so happened that the
smartest kid in Washington sat right behind me in Mrs.
Buescher's class. Ironically, my friend was also a
stutterer. Think about it. How long does it take two
stutterers to come to a conclusion on anything? It takes
a long time!
Since I had to turn around to "talk" to my buddy, it was
always me that was in trouble. Somehow Mrs. Buescher knew
he didn't need to ask anything of me! There's another
twist. Turns out I had a hearing loss too. Imagine how
frustrating it must have been for my friend. He thinks I
finally have the answer only to have me say "huh?"
I became "Gabby" by Mrs. Buescher. The nickname "Gabby
Hayes" was bestowed by others later on. I suppose it's
true. When I finally overcame stuttering, I probably did
talk a lot!
-Ray Loescher ('57)
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>>From: Janet Wilgus Beaulieu ('59)
To: Max Case ('57)
Hi Max,
Just thought you might be interested in this little
piece of news. My daughter, Amy Andrews, who lives in
Hillsborough, CA, just recently joined the Burlingame
First Presbyterian Church (Burlingame and Hillsborough are
communities there next to the bigger San Mateo) and a few
years ago, when she thought she might get married in that
church, we went for a visit and guess who was working
there (the ministerial capacity, I cannot recall): none
other than Liz and Dick Cole from West Side UP Church in
Richland who were involved in the youth groups and I think
Assist. Minister, in the 1950s!! I had seen from a program
their names, and thought, surely there is not another
couple of that name involved in the Pres. Church, so I
asked when we arrived for the visit if there was a blonde
lady named Liz Cole and her husband, Dick working there.
Well, we had a good laugh when we met and it turned out
that she was not blonde any more!! She dragged us in an
office to greet "Richard" who was surprised that someone
from the atomic burg had arrived at his desk!! They were
most gracious and gave us a first-class tour. Another
"small world" event which we enjoyed.
If you are interested in writing to them, I can get
the address or I'm certain that you could find it on the
internet. Continued success in your art studies/teaching.
As a FA major, that pleases me to hear that the history
and at the least "attention" of the significance of art
in culture (in your case religion) is presented to an
audience outside of the universities.
-Janet Wilgus Beaulieu ('59)
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>>From: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
Re: I have another problem!
What to do about bunnies in the flower bed? I have
tried garlic and kitty litter (used, of course). One was
actually sitting in a flower pot in the front yard having
a wonderful time eating some marigolds which, by the way,
rabbits aren't supposed to like!!
-Georgia Rushworth ('66)
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>>From: Betti Avant ('69)
Re: DIA
Any good suggestions about getting through DIA with
little problems? I am flying out Thursday morning to go to
my niece's, Jessica Avant ('95), wedding in St. Louis. I
would like to make it as painless as possible. I am only
taking a carry-on, so I don't need to worry about checking
a bag. I hope security goes quickly, as I am on a 6:00 am
flight.
Thanks Bombers everywhere,
-Betti Avant ('69)
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19 Bombers and 1 Falcon Funeral Notice today:
Ann Clancy ('50), Marla Lowman ('55) & Sandy Finney ('60)
Donna McGregor ('57), George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
Jan Bollinger ('60) & Gary Persons ('57)
Marilyn Baird ('60), John Browne, Jr. ('61)
Ed Wood ('62), Helen Cross ('62)
Gary Behymer ('64), Jeff Michael ('65)
Don Andrews ('67), Rick Maddy ('67)
Claudia Stoffel ('68WB), Rick Valentine ('68)
Betti Avant ('69), Treg Owings ('76)
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BOMBER LUNCHES 'n stuff (in order of appearance)
05/15 '64 in '04 Planning Meeting
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Ann Clancy Andrews ('50)
Re: Sacramento Bomber Lunch / JCPenny Connection
All Bomber Lunches website
JC Penney/Bomber connection. A little background first.
I worked for and retired from JC Penney. Worked in the
office at the Distribution(furniture) Center in Hayward,
CA. In 1986 the company began to consolidated and close some
centers. Hayward warehouse was transferred to North
Highlands (Sacramento) CA. Five of us transferred and
moved from the Bay Area. In 1994 the company once again
consolidated and the North Highlands Distribution Center
was closed and Chino in Southern CA took over the entire
operation for Western states. I could have gone "south"
but choose not to after the very stressful ordeal of going
through the closing and disposal of employees not once but
twice. Had enough time with them to receive retirement
when old enough. Got another job with Montgomery Ward
doing the same kind of work. Now Wards is gone also. Do
you see a pattern here for me???? So I retired in 1996.
At the Sacramento lunch on Monday was sitting next to
Jim McKeown ('53). Someone asked him if he was going to
Club 40 in September and he said no as he had a JC Penney
retirement affair he had to attend that same weekend. Told
him I had retired from JCP and he said he had also and had
been the District Manager here in Sacramento from 1986 to
1994. Well, I about fell off the chair. He was "THE MAN"
so to speak. The manager at the warehouse... my boss had
to answer to Jim as he was his boss and indirectly mine
also. You know the chain of command! We knew the same
people of course.
Just goes to show what a small but spread-out Bomber
world it is. Never know who, when or where one is going
to show up.
Could not wait to contact some of my old JCP friends
to tell them "Guess What?" I still can't believe it.
Had another outstanding group of 20 for lunch. Took a
couple of head counts but Harold Kenitzer ('54) finally got
it right. Way to go Harold! Missed some who had been
before... you'll come back... and some new faces... you'll
come back also. Would love to see the numbers go up next
time. We know you are out there! My brother Jim ('52) for
instance!
Do Bombers Rule or What!
-Ann Clancy Andrews ('50)
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>>From: Marla Jo Lowman Kenitzer ('55) & Sandy Finney Harvego ('60)
Re: Sacramento Area Bomber Luncheon
All Bomber Lunches website
We had a really good time at our Sac Area Luncheon. We
continue to be amazed and so pleased at the turn out. We
met at the Old Spaghetti Factory and the group included:
Gordon Weir ('47) - learned some more about early Richland,
Pete Hollick ('55), Jim McKeown ('53), Harold Kenitzer ('54),
Marla Jo Lowman Kenitzer ('55), Sandy Finney Harvego ('60),
Pat Finney Risser ('56) - Pat was almost late because she
was helping to register 7,000 people for something or
other... she retired a few months back (not really!),
Jack Sinderson ('53), Jan Nussbaum Sinderson ('55),
Dave Wilson ('49), Margie George Wilson ('50), Ken Ely ('49),
Delores Ely (Spouse), Marilyn Baird Singletary ('60),
Deanna Case Ackerman ('55), Kim Lampton Kinder ('74) - the
baby of the group - even traveled a ways on her lunch hour
to join us, Rainy Powell Earp-Tanner ('52WB), Ann Clancy
Andrews ('50), Jeannie Richardson Scott ('54), and Scotty
Scott (Spouse).
We missed some of the regulars that were on vacation,
etc. and hope to see them next time (probably mid-August).
-Sandy Finney Harvego ('60) & Marla Jo Lowman Kenitzer ('55)
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>>From: Donna McGregor Salazar ('57)
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
Re: Bunnies
Often times I have had critter problems of one kind
or another--SKUNKS, being the worst--under the house, the
house being an old adobe built in the 1920s (20" thick
walls) and not so much of a crawl space underneath. The
dogs caused the skunk to blast off under the house on a
Sunday morning. My husband pulled back a corner of the
carpet and drilled a hole in the floor and poured moth
balls and ammonia down there and we promptly loaded up the
kids and took off for Santa Fe and went to church with
my in-laws. Everyone around us was sniff-sniff-sniffing.
There was no sign of skunks when we got back. It took a
long time for our house AND clothes to air out. Just to
make SURE they were gone, we backed the car up to the
house where we could get a pipe under it, ran the pipe
from the car to under the house, poured a little oil into
the carburetor, turned the car on and smoke billowed away
under the house. Critters don't like that either. ('Course,
neither did we. I think we went camping for a day.) THAT
was an ordeal!
Mothballs, ammonia, pinesol etc., are good deterrents
for the critters and insects. They say ants won't cross a
trail of pinesol. The smell?- depends on you. That depends
on where you have to put these things to keep the bugs and
critters away. It is also a way of the keeping them away
as opposed to the poisoning method, etc.
I use mothballs in some of my flower beds where my big
dog likes to lay. It keeps him out. Mothballs don't seem
to bother the plants. If you have enough air around you
mothball scent isn't all that bad.
I have also heard, but haven't tried, that planting
daffodils around the area you want to protect is suppose
to keep gophers out!!?? Don't know how that works.
To: Max Case ('57)
So great to hear from you in the Sandstorm. What a
wonderful thing you're involved in.
Re: '57 Class officers!!
Sully Bayless, President (Yes!! Sully was President!!):
Pete Larrick, Vice President: Aida Mankowski, Secretary:
Betsy Crosley, Treasurer. Top 5 Gary Lucas, Valedictorian;
Aida Mankowski, Salutatorian; Elizabeth (Betty) Parker,
Max Case, Carol Ann Shanks. Straight out of the 1957 Columbian.
To: Ray Loescher ('57)!!!
There!, Ray--another '57er writing in! Good for you, too.
Lilacs and iris' in bloom.
-Donna McGregor Salazar ('57) ~ Adios Amigos --- Bomber
Cheers from Espanola, New Mexico - where it is
very windy today, UGH!!
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>>From: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
Re: Wascallwy Wabbits!
TRIX are for kids! Wabbits (I mean rabbits) want them.
But rabbits are historically denied TRIX. Therefore, the
solution should be simple. Buy lots of TRIX and spwinkle
(sprinkle) them all about. The wabbits (I give up) will go
afta the TRIX and weave your fwoeas awone. If all else
fails, call:
Have Wabbit getta
will twavel
Wia Fudd, Howwywood
-George "Pappy" Swan ('59) ~ Elmer's friend in Burbank, WA
near the refuge, where the wabbits are fwee to
come and go as they pwease.
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>>From: Jan Bollinger Persons ('60) and Gary Persons ('57)
It's Lilac Festival week in Spokane and time for our
Bomber Alumni lunch!
DATE: Sunday, May 16, 2004
TIME: 11:30 AM Coffee/Beverages - 12:30 PM Lunch
PLACE: The Chapter (Look for green & gold balloons on their sign.)
ADDRESS: 105 East Mission (NE corner Ruby/Mission)
PRICE: Most lunches $6.95 - $8.95
The restaurant would like an approximate head count,
so please make reservations by Friday, May 14, to
All Bomber spouses and guests are welcome.
Bomber cheers,
-Jan Bollinger Persons ('60) and Gary Persons ('57)
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>>From: Marilyn Baird Singletary ('60)
Re: Bunnies in the Flower Bed. (Wonderful title)
They don't like pepper. Sprinkle black pepper over and
around vegetable and flower beds. They are repelled by the
scent, after it rains be sure and do it again. OR grow a
patch of clovers and wild flowers in a corner of your yard
to give the Bunnies their own 'salad'. Spray the patch
with a mixture of one cup Molasses, one tablespoon Salt
and one gallon water. But do know that Bunnies do eat
crabgrass, dandelions, knotweed and rag weed. They also
eat poison ivy.
Re: Bomber power to the luncheons
All Bomber Lunches website
I went to the one in Sacramento yesterday (Monday) and
had a wonderful time. Met Bombers from a wide range of
classes and met Bombers that knew my brothers. That is
always a thrill.
Good luck with the Bunnies.
-Marilyn Baird Singletary ('60) - Vallejo, CA - where the
weather can't make up it's mind.
PS: Is Terry Davis ('65), aka Terrance Knox and/or
Michael Peterson ('77) doing anything new?
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>>From: John Browne, Jr. ('61)
Re: DIA
To: Betty Avant ('69)
You're worried about the Defense Intelligence Agency?
It's all right- they've got a lot on their plate already,
at the present time... (or is it Drug Induced Agoraphilia?
Hey, everybody Loves a Lover!)
I saw a wonderful statistic this morning: that more
people are killed every year by donkeys than die as a
result of a plane mishap... It's gonna work out fine! ^..^
-JHBrowne, Jr. ('61) - Vashon Island, WA
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>>From: Ed Wood ('62)
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
Re: Bunnies
You might try a natural solution to getting the
rabbits out of your flower bed. Fox or wolf urine will
likely keep them away for several weeks, when you'll
need to reapply it. Believe it or not, you can get some
at http://www.predatorpee.com/!
-Ed Wood ('62)
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>>From: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
I think Kay Mitchell Coates ('52) has a very good way
to celebrate birthdays. I will suggest that one for my
65th with whomever wants to join me to a fun place!!
(Carol Rice get ready-after all these years, we can do
this!!)
I want to thank everyone who has responded to my
request for prayers and support in this difficult time of
waiting for the results and now processing the results
since my 1st questionable mammogram done 3-11.
My husband got to meet my surgeon today. As she
presents it, I feel she and I are traveling along using a
very well-marked road map prepared by the women and their
doctors who have "been there and done this" before me. I
will have my lumpectomy as an outpatient May l8th and will
start 6 weeks of 5 day a week radiation June lst.
So if the pathologist agrees, I can be off to the
seminar for women by the sea at Cape Cod May 21-23rd.
Again I want to thank everyone who has shared in
giving me so much support and encouragement in this
procedure of dealing with breast cancer.
-Helen Cross Kirk ('62) ~ West Harrison, Indiana - where
it's been fantastic weather by the little lake. It's
been in the 80s in the day and not below the 60s at
night. I think I just have 2 more plants to stick in
the garden, and lots of watering to do, and yes, the
lawn needs mowing again after 3 days.
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>>From: 'Numbers' Behymer (64)
Re: Classmates.com
It's been a long time since I checked the registered
alumni at Classmates.com ... here are the figures:
5,162 Richland High School
4,439 Kennewick High School
4,122 Pasco High School
IF you want to be found, take a few minutes and register
into Classmates.com ... There is no charge unless you
want 'some contacting rights.'
Re: In 1969 we had our favorite hangouts
http://www.angelfire.com/me/mcalch/high69.html
-Gary Behymer ('64)
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>>From: Jeff Michael ('65)
Re: Sports Hall of Fame
Hey Bombers & Bomberettes...
Speaking of Coach Rish and the induction...I am doubly
blessed.
First, since I am living in the Tri-Cities again after
all these years, I'll be able to attend his induction. I
was really excited to see that it was to occur this year..
surprised it hadn't already been done.
Secondly, I am pleased to be hired on the tech crew
for the production. I'll be meeting with the production
staff this morning to go over the production plan.
See ya all Friday night at Trac!
-dj jeff Michael ('65)
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>>From: Don Andrews ('67)
Re: Bunnies in the garden
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
When dealing with bunnies in the garden one must turn
to the experts. What would Mr. McGregor do? What would
Elmer Fudd do?
Seek out the advise of these experts or talk to an
expert gardener to find something that you can plant that
the bunnies like better.
Good Luck, we too have bunnies as well as Robins
-Don Andrews ('67) ~ Chilly and wet Ridgefield, WA - Should
be 77° by this Saturday. Golf time.
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>>From: Rick Maddy ('67)
To: Betti Avant ('69)
Re: Any good suggestions about getting through DIA with
little problems?
Carry on is good, Betti. Just wear clean socks and
leave the mace and machete at home, plus the little knife
on the key chain.
-Rick Maddy ('67)
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>>From: Claudia Stoffel ('68WB)
Re: Brig. Gen. Kimmitt
Here is a link that I found interesting:
http://www.melbourne.indymedia.org/news/2004/04/67286.php
I had read Dale Earnhardt's entry last week and then I
saw Gen. Mark Kimmitt's name mentioned in today's Sandstorm.
I just wanted to share my "Ohhh weeeeee" moment.
Re: Famous Bombers web page
Okay, since I'm already here... I'd really like to
toot my nephew's horn.
He is a 1969 RHS graduate, his name is Michael David
McGuire (AKA Mike McElroy when he graduated.) He took on a
radio personality name and worked KORD and KREM stations
during and after high school. He has been in several
movies, tv series, commercials and has a production
company, "MDM Productions". He is very active doing
seminars in and out of the states. He's been traveling
back and forth to Europe working and is in production
of a movie on location in Kansas. He has a photo news
magazine/radio website that keeps him busy and traveling
globally. It is called "Night Talker with Michael David
McGuire". If you'd like, check it out.
http://www.nighttalker.com/ I am sure he'd love to
hear from all his Bomber pals/going to be Bomber pals.
Re: Brig General James N. Mattis ('68)
I wanted to share my Jason Lee 2nd and 3rd grade
pictures. (I hope that I am doing this right. If not, I
will try until I do get it right. Jim is certainly worth
seeing in 2nd and 3rd grade.) I moved to Richland from
Kennewick in 1957, after school had already started, just
in time to be the 'new kid' in school. Jim was one of the
first kids to go out of his way to make me feel welcome.
There were many as we grew up. I still remember the RHS
20th reunion and spending the most time with the group of
us that started out in Jason Lee. There are still a few
left...huh, Judie?
[OK... as Rick Valentine ('68) points out (see next entry),
Mattis is a Major General.... also, the pictures that
Claudia attached to her Sandstorm entry will probably be
posted on the '68 website soon and we'll supply URLs for
those pictures when we get them from the '68 webmaster. -Maren]
Re: Spokane Water Treatment Plant Explosion
As most of you know there was an explosion/implosion
here yesterday and that there were several hurt and 1
missing. He is still missing as of Tuesday afternoon. I
wanted to ask that he and his family are kept in our
prayers in the trying and heartbreaking times ahead.
Thanks...
-Claudia Stoffel ('68WB) ~ in rainy Colbert waiting for
the call to come watch my granddaughter be born..
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>>From: Rick Valentine ('68)
Re: Maj. General Jim Mattis ('68)
Maren:
Jim Mattis is a Maj. General not a Brig. General.
That's worth one more star on each shoulder...
Glad to have the Sandstorm back today...
Have a good one...
-Rick Valentine ('68)
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>>From: Betti Avant ('69)
Kudos to the people who e-mailed me with some tips for my
trip through DIA. I flew last summer from Colorado Springs
to Spokane, but the only big airport that trip was Phoenix
where I had to change planes both ways. I am driving to
Denver Wed. afternoon and stay in a motel that has parking
and a shuttle service so I don't need to find a place at
the airport. Thanks so much again and yes I remember your
sister, Debbie.
-Betti Avant ('69) ~ Goodland, KS - where today the dust
is a blowin'
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>>From: Treg Owings ('76)
Re: What to do w/ bunnies
A paint ball gun from Cabelas will do wonders. You
will know the problem ones by the dot on their butt.
-Treg Owings ('76)
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Funeral Notice scanned from the TCHerald
by Shirley Collings Haskins ('66)
>>Eric Brodzinski (HHS & RHS '77?) ~ 11/5/59 - 5/6/04
FuneralNotices.tripod.com
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6 Bombers sent stuff:
Rainy Powell ('52WB), Gary Behymer ('64)
Dorsey Rowan ('65), Georgia Rushworth ('66)
Rick Maddy ('67), Brad Wear ('71)
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BOMBER LUNCHES 'n stuff (in order of appearance)
05/15 '64 in '04 Planning Meeting
05/16 Spokane Lunch
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Lorraine "Rainy" Powell Earp-Tanner ('52WB)
Re: Sacramento Lunch
All Bomber Lunches website
Just want to thank Marla Jo Lowman Kenitzer ('55) and
Sandy Finny Harvego ('60) for getting the Sacramento
luncheon together again. It was a great time and I really
enjoyed the stories from everyone. Each one brings so
many memories back to mind.
To: Ann Clancy Andrews ('50)
Your pictures all turned out so well. I vote you in as
the luncheon photographer.
Looking forward to the next one (in August???).
-Lorraine "Rainy" Powell Earp-Tanner ('52WB) ~ Sunny ..Modesto, CA
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>>From: Gary Behymer (64)
Re: Rabbits...Skunks & Other Things...here in Colfax!
Your 'stuck' with all of these critters until you've
removed their food or water source... try all of the store
bought or home remedies and you'll be 'flushing' it down
the ol' tube... Our MAJOR problem are the white tail deer
that inhabit Whitman County. We've counted as many as 17
in the yard at one time. (Laying down and/or grazing) Our
back deck has 11 steps from the yard to the deck. Several
winters ago we had 6 deer on it tearing at my bird feeder.
The Countess, my wife Janis, Kennewick Lion from the Class
of 1965, has tried most everything... including bear 'dung'
from WSU. One of our neighbors, a local area lawyer,
'marked' his yard... in the same fashion a coyote would
mark his living area (;-)
I did bring up the idea of marking all of the deer
with red paint balls... with the local area 'fish & game'
representative... also a neighbor... rushing out to put
the animals 'down'... but figured I would be the prime
suspect... and at my age much too old to spend time behind
bars.
We fenced our hedge with chicken wire several years
ago... and plant nothing but marigolds...
Behymer ('64) & the Countess from our Richland Bomber home
krookmcsmile.tripod.com/RichlandBomberHome.html
P.S. I don't recall any of these problems in Richland...
we lived on Hains next to the river. I do recall
Mrs. Floyd Gates running over (one) rattle snake,
on the sidewalk, 20 or 30 times (;-)
-Gary Behymer ('64)
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>>From: Dorsey Rowan ('65)
Re: Assisted Care
I'm in need of good first hand information on assisted
care providers in the Tri-Cities. If any of you can help
in that regard I would appreciate the input.
Thanks for your help,
-Dorsey Rowan ('65) ~ Seattle
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>>From: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
To: Everyone
Thank you for the Bunnies in the Flower Bed advice. I
will try the mothball treatment first! It would scare me
away! Predator pee ..I will check it out. I have used
bobcat urine just because I happen to have one.
To: Ladies
Are there any ladies out there who live in/near the
Tri-Cities who ride motorcycles? Our local Ladies of
Harley (LOH) club have renamed ourselves and are now
Hooters on Scooters (HOS). We go riding as often as
possible! We do day trips plus overnighters. You don't
have to own a Harley to ride with us. E-mail me if you are
interested.
Bombers will always rule~~
-Georgia Rushworth ('66)
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>>From: Rick Maddy ('67)
Re: Nacey Kent Jr. USAF
Re: Spooky aka Puff (AC47)
To: The United States Air Force RHS Bomber Veterans
I thought you Air Force Vets would like to know this.
Sergeant Nacey Kent Jr. was awarded the Air Force
Cross for heroism during an attack on Pleiku on May 5, 1968.
One of only twenty non-commissioned officers awarded
the Cross in the history of the Air Force. Nacey is the
father-in-law of my sister’s (Sheila Maddy Kelly ('66))
daughter, Carrie Kent (my niece), married to Nacey’s son,
Aaron. I must report to you and your fellow comrades that
Nacey lost his life on May 1, 2004. He had been having a
lot of trouble with severe headaches for quite some time.
Last year while visiting family, Nacey told me when the
plane (AC 47) was hit by a SAM missile on their attack
dive the plane flew straight into the ground. Surprised he
was alive, he got out of the plane and realizing others
were not, he went back into the aircraft on three
different occasions saving the lives of several of his
fellow airmen while the craft burned. He had a severe
cut on his head, a broken leg and an injured back from
something that had hit him in the back. He thought it was
an ammo can. Nacey suffered severe headache pain for the
years to come. He suffered a great deal with PTSD. Living
in the Washington state woods near Eatonville, WA, he
walked out to an outbuilding, laid down and died. I will
spare you the details. My nephew, Aaron, called by his
mother, ran down the road and started CPR. It was too
late.
This is very devastating to the family and I regret
reporting to you, particularly the Air Force Vietnam Vets,
that you have lost another. Nacey was a good man with a
kind and gentle soul who suffered immeasurably within. My
sincere condolence to you all.
-Rick Maddy ('67)
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>>From: Brad Wear ('71)
Re: Jim Mattis ('68)
Jim has recently been nominated for his third star,
(Lt. General) and will assume command of the Marine base
at Quantico, VA. Marine Corps Development and Education
Command. (MCDEC) This is a prize billet, watch for a
fourth star later in his career. There are currently only
3 "four stars" in the Marine Corps.
http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/military/20040507-9999-1m7mattis.html
-Brad Wear ('71)
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4 Bombers sent stuff:
George Swan ('59), Deedee Willox ('64)
Linda Reining ('64), Jean Eckert ('72)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Claudia Stoffel ('68WB)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Randal Southam ('82)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
To: Georgia Rushworth ('66)
Perhaps you have just announced the solution to your
bunny problem. As ladies of Harley (LOH), your motorcycle
riding skills are obvious. Therefore, as Hooters on
Scooters (HOS), you have opened the door. Your group could
rid your flower garden of bunnies and hold a fund raising
event at the same time.
Don't know if they are still doing it or not but
several years ago in the San Jaun Islands, Rabbits were
running rampant. Enterprising individuals made Bunny
Buggies, Vehicles with chairs on the front fenders.
Participants would ride, strapped into the chairs and
carry large nets. The driver would race around after the
rabbits and the participants would net the rabbits.
With your group's motorcycle riding expertise, you
could do the same thing on motorcycles. This could easily
be turned into a fund raising event for your club by
charging an entry fee and perhaps having a purse of prize
money for the most bunnies collected or dotted with a
paint gun.
Picture it now, The really good Hooters on Scooters
shooters (HOSS) popping wheelies and herding the bunnies
toward the Hooters On Scooters Shooting 'N Netting Roundup
Of Undesirable Natural Diners (HOSSIN' AROUND), kinda like
a "Posse Comaradis". The latter group would be composed
of Hooters On Scooters riding Harleys (or scooters or
whatever) with sidecars carrying the participants who
would either net or dot the bunnies with paint ball guns.
So whadda ya think? Just a suggestion. Kinda like
Dennis Miller -- Just my opinion, but I could be wrong.
-George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
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>>From: Deedee Willox Loiseau ('64)
To: Class of '64
Whether or not you are planning to attend our 40-year
class reunion June 25-27, we need your information for the
booklet. If you have not already done so, please mail,
email, or phone the following information. Feel free to
email me, I spend a lot of time at the computer.
Name at graduation
Name now
Spouse Name
Address
Phone
Email Address
A BRIEF message of what you would like to say in the
booklet (200 word maximum), including children,
grandchildren, work, retirement, trips, etc.
My deadline (May 20) is fast approaching and there are a
LOT of people who have not sent any info. We are planning
to have the booklet printed by June 1st so we can get it
bound in time for the reunion.
-Deedee Willox Loiseau ('64)
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>>From: Linda Reining ('64)
To: John Northover ('59)
Re: Computer Problems
Just wanted to say a GREAT BIG BOMBER THANK YOU
to John for all his help. I had been having trouble
downloading a couple fonts and was beginning to think I
was NEVER gonna get the task accomplished! John kept
emailing me instructions and refused to give up on me...
well, today (Thursday, May 13th) he tried ONE more time
and this time, I was successful! I'm feeling a wee bit
"geekie" thanks to his help! I printed out every one of
his instructions and have them in my desk for safe
keeping... just wanted to say THANK YOU to John for all
his help!!!!!!!
-Linda Reining('64) ~ Bakersfield, CA - supposed to be in
the 90s tomorrow and throughout the weekend... can't
wait for '64 in '04 in June... hope to see LOTS of
'64ers.
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>>From: Jean Eckert Imholte ('72)
Re: Coyote Defense
Since we're on the subject of keeping unwanted
wildlife out of your yards, does anyone know a way to keep
coyotes away? We've got a pair of them howling all around
the house. We keep our dogs locked in the garage but they
tend to want to join the chorus! Also the cat is driving
us and himself crazy having to stay inside. Any help and
ideas welcome. We don't have guns, but if we did I think I
could get a good shot! But we're looking for other ideas.
-Jean Eckert Imholte ('72) ~ Longview, WA - where today is
dawning gorgeous, looks like a perfect spring day
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/15/04
Dateline: Richland
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9 Bombers sent stuff today:
Betty Hiser ('49), Mary Judd ('60)
Judy Willox ('61), John Browne, Jr. ('61)
Dennis Johnson ('62WB), Marilyn Swan ('63)
Kerry Steichen ('74), Michael Davis ('74)
Beth Young ('81)
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BOMBER ANNIVERSARY Today:
Jerry and Shirley Pittman Molnaa ('52)
BOMBER CALENDAR: <www.calsnet.net/All_Bombers>
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>>From: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
Does anyone remember the Howell twins? They were male
identical twins and it was like you never saw them apart.
Don't know if they could drive or not but they walked all
over Richland, lived in the dorms on Goethals (now
Jadwin), and worked together. I saw in the paper where
one of them died. I believe one of them married and moved
away from this area.
-Betty Hiser Gulley ('49) ~ Beautiful day from the
(government) south end of Richland -- in the
mid-70's, where it is supposed to be.
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>>From: Mary Judd Hinz ('60)
Fran Rish, John Meyers, and Mark Kafentzis were
inducted into the Central Washington Sports Hall of Fame
last night. Mark's story was in yesterday morning's
(5-14-04) Tri-City Herald:
<http://www.sportstricities.com/sportstc/midcol/sports/story/5070143p-4997675c.html>
-Mary Judd Hinz ('60)
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>>From: Judy Willox ('61)
To: All Bombers
Re: Death of David Clem ('58)
It is with much sadness that I inform you all of the
passing of David Clem ('58) this afternoon. He had a
long battle with cancer which he fought valiantly and
hard. Now he is home with his Lord and probably turning
heaven's chariots into hot-rods with a Clem shift! God
bless you Dave and rest in peace now.
To Judy Williams Clem ('61), his lovely wife, who has
suffered this along with her loving husband: my heartfelt
thoughts, prayers, and love go out to you and the rest of
the family. God bless you all too and help you to heal
from this loss of Dave. He will be missed by many. Know
that he is now at peace and through with all of his
suffering. There are a few in our class that have asked
me to send their love and condolences Judy.
Bomber Cheers and Tears,
-Judy Willox ('61) ~ Richland ~ where the weather is
perfect and the sock-hop I went to tonight was
a blast!
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>>From: John Browne, Jr. ('61)
To: Jean Eckert ('72)
Re: Coyote
My experiences with wildlife have been that, as soon
as I WANTED something from them, they became wary. So,
maybe it will work for you, too. Try getting a good
recording of them, this evening (or next opportunity),
with as little background noise as possible. Then play it
back from an outside speaker the next time they start in,
and see what happens. (I was going to suggest playing it
back with a subliminal message; e.g., a voice in "Coyote"
intoning "This is a lousy song!" under the howling, but
don't suppose there are any translators available in your
area.) Chances are that: the coyotes, knowing your plans,
won't show up; and/or they'll recognize their voices on
tape and do what we all do; i.e., get a little
embarrassed, mutter how it doesn't sound quite right, and
find something else to do... ^..^
-JHBrowne, Jr. ('61) ~ Vashon Island, Wa
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>>From: Dennis Johnson ('62WB)
re: Coyote Defense
Ths iz uh eezy wun. U jist springle sum solt on der
tales. U mux haf litenink refleksuz, cuzn dose lil
kritterz r plenny fas.
sory bout spelink, but ifn you hasnt moofed yur hand wen
dey tern to lik da salt...weel, u git da idee.
Bes uv luk,
Six-fingered Johnson ('62 coulda/woulda/shoulda)
Las Vegas, NV
-Dennis Johnson ('62WB)
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>>From: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
To: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
I am sitting here with my first cup of morning coffee
and had to smile reading your take on how to wrangle
"bunnies". Now someone else has coyote problems and
assuming I know you pretty well I am waiting with bated
breath to hear your answer for that one. I'm not sure,
are we related? You used to be so serious. I guess this
is what happens when people retire. They just seem to
lose all perspective. Maybe I will go back to work!
Your much younger sis,
-Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
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>>From: Kerry A. Steichen ('74)
Hello Class of '74 and other Bombers:
To give you an update, we have 50 people signed up
for the Saturday Dinner/Upton show and 20 for the cruise
with Registration forms coming daily. So far the long
distance award has one of our alumni coming from
Australia. Rob is getting folks signed up for the golf
tournament/lunch as well. We will take registrations
beyond the May 15 requested date, but we really would
like to get your memory book information in now so Maggie
and Judy can get the books put together.
If you have not received a package in the mail give
me a call or drop me an e-mail with your mailing address.
Or contact Howard Rickard
Please tell the Class of '74 members who live in the
Tri-Cities that it is OK to support and attend the
events!
-Kerry A. Steichen ('74), Kent, WA
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>>From: Michael Davis ('74)
I'd like to wish everyone in Bomberland a very Merry
Christmas!
-M. Davis ('74)
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>>From: Beth Young Gibson ('81)
Re: Richland book
For those of you who missed it last year, my book
"Images of America: Richland, Washington" is now back in
print. A few errors from the previous print run were
corrected, including Maren's name (it was right when I
gave it to them, I swear!). If anyone is interested in
getting a copy, $22 will get a copy to you anywhere in
the states (more for priority mail) with an inscription
of your choice. Send me an e-mail to make arrangements.
Thanks for your interest!
-Beth Young Gibson ('81)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/16/04
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3 Bombers and one Bomber Mom sent stuff:
Betty Hiser ('49), George Swan ('59)
Helen Cross ('62), BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
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BOMBER LUNCH Today: SPOKANE
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Sandy Jones Fishback ('65)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Dave McDaniels ('67)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Judy Kleinpeter Peterson ('67)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
Congratulations are in order for Beverly McCleary Raffety ('49)
who graduated from Washington State University - Richland
branch - last night. Long uphill battle - wish you success
in the future.
I was very sorry to hear about Dave Clem's death.
To: Judy Williams Clem ('61)
My prayers are with you - you helped me through a
couple of rough spots in my life. If you need help - give
me a call.
Attended a UNC (United Nuclear Corporation) get together
last night. One of the men said his children let him read
the Alumni Sandstorm. Hi Roy: thanks for coming last night.
-Betty Hiser Gulley ('49) ~ Supposed to be cloudy today
and tomorrow - from the (government) south end of
Richland.
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>>From: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
To: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63), My much younger sister
Re: Will I comment on coyote defense?
No, I think six-fingered Johnson ('62WB) handled that
one quite well. But, I hope Dennis Johnson, who apparently
lives in Las Vegas, did not make his living by dealing
Black Jack!
Re: Are we related?
Dad told me on the QT that he captured me at the
Yakima Barricade one night when he was on Patrol Duty. I
was traveling with a pack of coyotes that were raising me
and we were in pursuit of a herd of bunnies that were
fleeing from a band of motorcycle-riding ladies. He
brought me home to raise as a pet but later Mom and him
decided I needed sibling companionship so they had you.
Re: I used to be so serious?
Yes, yes I was, then after realizing that I was a
stroke trying to have a heart attack, I retired, lost all
perspective, and assumed a new personality. I went back to
work occasionally for two guys that I hired about 12-15
years ago and I am enjoying the full circle of watching
them go nuts trying to manage guys like me.
By the way, Happy Birthday -- yesterday. I'm running a day late and several dollars short.
Your much older and crazier brother,
-George "Pappy" Swan (Class of '59 -- if they still claim me)
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>>From: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Re: Coyotes
I just want to add my surprise that coyotes are found
outside of Longview, WA. I wouldn't have been surprised at
it been in Wyoming. Oh well, we always say Washington has
almost everything...
Re: First Indianapolis Bomber luncheon
To: Bombers in the Central Indiana/Illinois/Ohio area
I want to extend an invitation to anyone related to
Bombers to join Max Case ('57) and me in our First
Indianapolis Bomber luncheon.
WHEN: June l9, 2004
TIME: 11:30am
WHERE: The Olive Garden Restaurant
ADDRESS: 6130 E. 82nd Street, Indpls, IN
PHONE: (317) 842-6321
DIRECTIONS: (per Max)
(northeast sector of Indy),
From I-465 (beltway around the city)... you'll come by
I-74 where it intersects with I-465, go north on I-465
till you pass Lawrence/Ft. Benjamin Harrison area, and
then watch for E. 82nd St. Exit. There's a North
Community Hospital as you exit on one side, but you
turn left (go west) on 82nd St... it runs through
several stoplights, then watch for OLIVE GARDEN on the
right side (north side of 82nd St.)
IDENTIFIER (for Max): "Usually, wear my Purdue U. cap and
yellow jacket... I wear gasses as well... distinguished,
gray haired gentleman, John Purdue Club booster!!"
IDENTIFIER (for Helen): Bomber shirt or a Richland Shirt.
-Helen Cross Kirk ('62) ~ West Harrison, IN - where it's
been above 60 at night, and hot and getting humid in
the day. It's already time to start gardening at 7am
to avoid the heat. But it's beautiful with flowers
etc. growing by the little lake.
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>>From: BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
I knew it... I just knew those pain pills would
effect Mikie's mind. He has been in a lot of pain from
foot surgery so thus wishing you all a Merry Christmas.
Mike, you KNOW it should have been Happy Thanksgiving!!!!!
Mom.........
-BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
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10 Bombers sent stuff:
Mike Clowes ('54), George Swan ('59)
John Browne, Jr. ('61), Carol Cross ('62)
Donni Clark ('63), Marilyn Swan ('63)
Gary Behymer ('64), Betti Avant ('69)
Greg Alley ('73), Mike Davis ('74)
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BOMBER LUNCHES 'n stuff (in order of appearance)
05/17 1940's Ladies & Spouses Lunch
05/21 Girls of '54 Lunch
05/26 Girls of '63 and '64 Lunch
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54)
Re: From the Seeking Employment Dept
Just got back from Willamette University's 2004
graduation. My second son is now an alumni of that fine
school. Took him a while, he's not yet 43; but he will be
seeking employment now that the "ride" is over. So, if
you know of anyone or school district looking for a music
teacher, let me know and I'll pass the word on. He has a
Bachelor of Music degree in music education, with a minor
in drama.
-Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54) - semi-sunny Albany, OR
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>>From: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Re: Coyotes outside (and probably inside) of Longview, WA
OK, I am going to try to be serial for a few minutes,
but only for a few. I am no wildlife expert but have had a
deep interest in wild critters all my long (according to
my sis) life. My understanding of Coyotes is that they are
one of the smartest, wariest, and best survivors in the
wild world, especially where wild meets domestic (such as
cities). One would be surprised to really know what the
populations of coyotes are within the city limits of
Seattle, Tacoma, Longview/Kelso, and Vancouver let alone
some of the eastern Washington cities like Spokane,
Yakima, Wally Wally World, and even the Tri-Cities.
Several years ago, there was a documentary that aired on
TV about the coyotes that lived and survived within the
city limits of Los Angeles and how they did it (primarily
all night ops).
We live in Burbank, outside of Pasco and just across
the Snake River toward Wally World. Our house sits one
house and a frontal road away from a National Wildlife
Refuge. It is not surprising to hear or see a coyote or
see one that was hit by traffic on the highway that runs
through the refuge. But, even with the amount of development
and growth around here we still have cats and occasionally
a small dog missing. Needless to say, we have our unfair
share of skunks too. A lot of this attraction for critters
is brought on by people leaving food on the back porch or
patio for their domestic pets and almost everyone has
horses or some form of livestock for kids (4H and such)
so mice (food for Coyotes) are attracted to the spilled
grains also. Last summer, I had a young mink take on our
two cats. The cats were dumbfounded. They had never seen
such a big and vicious mouse. Strangely, we have not had
raccoons showing up yet. Deedee Willox Loiseau ('64),
lives in the Burbank area and may have also experienced
some of this critter activity.
Of course, most of this activity takes place from dusk
to dawn (mostly at night) so most people remain unaware of
it. I'll bet you have more animal activity at your "Little
Lake" at night than you ever dreamed.
-George "Pappy" Swan ('59) ~ Beautiful Downtown Burbank, WA
where I can't stand being serious any longer and
revert to my alter ego, "Dr. Pappy," endeavoring to
occasionally dispense the best and cheapest medicine
available, "chuckles, snickers, giggles, and
downright old-fashioned Laughter."
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>>From: John Browne, Jr. ('61)
Re: Coyotes in Western WA
The little prairie wolves have made it to the wet side
in pretty good numbers. One wandered into the Federal
Building in Seattle a few years ago & got trapped in an
elevator. My most recent sighting was last Fall, while
driving to the ferry dock around midnight. I was headed up
SW Delridge, planning to stop at a gas station, and not
paying too much attention, when a coyote very purposefully
trotted across the road, probably coming from the 'greenbelt'
along the Lower Duwamish River industrial area & heading
toward Longfellow Creek. I don't remember where I read it,
but someone who lives just across the Colvos Passage
(between Vashon & the Kitsap Peninsula) was making the
connection between an outbreak of "Lost Kitty" posters
that were showing up on the telephone poles in her
neighborhood and reports of a cougar sighting not far from
her home... (kinda puts a different perspective on the
term 'cat food'). As tough as it may be on people's pets,
having these 'top' predators has got to be helping to
slow the dwindling songbird populations, hereabouts. Still
plenty of robins, but not so many of the other, more
retiring, species. I'm still looking forward to the first
Swainson's thrush to pipe up, out back in our woods...
usually happens around Memorial Day weekend, or the week
before that. ^..^
-JHBrowne, Jr. ('61) ~ Vashon Island, WA
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>>From: Carol Cross Llewellyn ('64)
Re: Coyotes
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Helen, Helen, Helen - we have coyotes here at Copalis
Crossing (six miles off the Washington coast) which we
think are responsible for getting several of our beloved
cats during my 26 year stay here!!
-Carol Cross Llewellyn ('64)
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>>From: Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
My heart goes out to all of you who have lately lost
loved ones and are going through tough times. I'd like to
write in more often... I enjoy so many of your stories,
but I have been having a hard time myself lately.
For the last three years my parents have needed a lot
of care but the last 3 months have been almost constant
round the clock care for both of them. I know many of you
have been through the same things. I had to put my Dad in
a Board and Care home this last month which was one of the
hardest things I've ever done. His memory is getting worse
every day and it is so hard to see this happen to your
parents. My Mom is with us at the moment. She is very ill
with broken vertebra and cancer in her bones.
I was thinking the other day when I was looking at the
Jacarandas (They are full of lavender blossoms in May),
how much I miss the lilacs in May. Does anyone miss them
as much as me? We just do not have them in Southern Calif.
like at home in Richland. The neighbor across the street
from me had a hedge of them that must have been l2 feet
high, and when they bloomed in the Spring she would bring
huge bouquets of them over to us. I use to bury my nose in
them all day long. We have lilacs at our cabin in the San
Bernadino Mts. but they are not the same. Missing them and
carefree childhood days!
-Donni Clark Dunphy ('63) ~ If you email me be sure to
type in my address as something else is turning up
when you reply and it's not getting through. From
South. Calif. where we've had a few nice days and my
jasmine is in bloom and especially at night the smell
is heavenly!
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>>From: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
To: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
Re: Bunnies, Coyotes, Related (?)
I know you are not serious any more, but sane, is
another question (or can of worms.) Funny you should
mention that story of Dad finding you somewhere... I've
never heard "that one" before. I know retirement has
really got you going. Sad part of all this is I understand
your sense of humor, now that's scary! Your much younger
sister, who will never be as old as you, bro.
-Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
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>>From: Gary Behymer ('64)
Searching for relatives of Betty F. Shepard ('72RIP).
Please contact me.
-Gary Behymer ('64) ~ somewhere in downtown Colfax, WA
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>>From: Betti Avant ('69)
Well, my experiences at DIA for the most part were
uneventful. On my drive to Denver I hit some major rain
storms, but arrived in one piece. After checking in at my
motel I went to grab a bite to eat. After returning to my
motel room, the rain all of a sudden had changed to snow.
When we boarded the aircraft they said there would be a
short delay while they deiced the plane. We hit some rough
weather west of St. Louis, but all in all it went well. My
cousin, Jean Bruntlett ('62), flew in from Minneapolis and
was delayed getting out. When they approached St. Louis
they were put in an hour delay circling St. Louis. The
rest of Thursday was cool and damp. Friday morning it was
still cloudy, but dry. The wedding of Jessica Avant ('95)
was due to start at 4:30 outdoors. The rain stayed away,
but the wind decided to blow. It was a bit nippy, but
everyone got through it. I didn't get to see any of St.
Louis, as I flew out Saturday. I couldn't believe that
between 9:30 and 10:00 Friday night we were in bumper to
bumper traffic on the interstate coming back from the
reception/dinner.
Cheers to Jessica and Jay.
-Aunt Betti Avant ('69) ~ Goodland, KS - where today we
have winds again
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>>From: Greg Alley ('73)
To: BJ Davis (bomber mom)
It looks like what we all have suspected, Mike Davis ('74)
should be subjected to drug testing. The random incoherent
postings on the Alumni Sandstorm suggests that he and
Barry Bonds could be on the same steroids and their
performance has been somewhat enhanced. We are all behind
you at this point, Mike.
Re: Hall of Fame
On another subject, the Central Washington hall of
fame banquet on Friday was a great event. A special plaque
was given to Dick Cartmell ('73) for his reffing efforts.
Great speech by John Meyer's ('58RIP) wife. Mark Kafentsis
and his humble speech and Fran "Pappy" Rish's short but
eloquent oration about not deserving any awards. It was
quite the Bomber event.
-Greg Alley ('73) ~ In nice and cool Richland.
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>>From: Mike Davis ('74)
I know we have a lot of intelligent people in our
Bomber community, many with advanced college degrees,
so I was wondering if someone could help me with this
perplexing problem.....
If 4 out of 5 people SUFFER from diarrhea.....
does that mean that one enjoys it?
Just wondering?
-Mike Davis ('74)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/18/04
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16 Bombers (1 "about") and 1 Bomber funeral notice today:
Susan Anderson ('49), Betty Bell ('51)
Curt Donahue ('53), Tom Hughes ('56)
ABOUT Gus Keeney ('57), Shirley Atwood ('58)
George Swan ('59), Jay Siegel ('61)
George Barnett ('63), Leoma Coles ('63)
Marilyn Swan ('63), Linda Reining ('64)
David Rivers ('65), Shirley Collings ('66)
Tedd Cadd ('66), Steve Piippo ('70)
Terry Hutson ('74)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: John Crigler ('64)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Jack Keeney ('65)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Lyman Powell ('65)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Caroline Stanfield ('66)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
Click the event you want to know more about.
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>>From: Susan Anderson Shattuck ('49)
To: Carol Cross Llewellyn ('64)
I know about the coyotes in Copalis Crossing. They
got a very beautiful and wonderful cat belonging to my
niece and her husband who lived in Copalis Crossing for
many years just down from the fire station. I am wondering
if you knew them. Their names are Betty and Al Leighty and
they had a passle of relatives staying with them off and
on, including me and my husband Darrell and occasionally my
son and his wife and son. If you knew them you know that
Al passed away last July and is buried at Tahoma National
Cemetery near Maple Valley. Betty sold the house and moved
to Oklahoma to be near a daughter in Oklahoma and a son in
Nebraska. We visit Al's grave every few weeks as we live
about a 15 minute drive from there in Auburn
When we lived in Kent we had to keep our cats in as
we lived by a small lake with lots of trees and brush and
we often heard a coyote at night and once in a while I got
a glimpse of him (or her).
Hope to hear from you.
-Susan Anderson Shattuck ('49)
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>>From: Betty Bell Norton ('51)
The Richland Seniors Association is sponsoring it's
Third Friday Dance on Friday May 21st, from 1:00 - 4:00 at
the Richland Community Center. The Easy Swing Band, with
Bob Leveque, Clark Hodge, Ron Monk and Rob Ragsdale, will
be playing great music. This is for anyone and everyone
that wants to attend. Tickets are $4 at the door, and
refreshments will be served. If you don't dance, just
come and listen -- you will enjoy it! I've seen several
classmates there -- so look for me serving desserts and
punch, and say "Hi" -- I would like to meet you!
Another event we are sponsoring is a Garden Tea and
Fashion Show on Sunday May 23rd at the Richland Community
Center. Fashions from Annie Z, Catherines, Amber Rose and
Chickabee's (a children's clothing store) will be shown.
There are many nice door prizes, and great refreshments
will be served. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased from
the four stores, or at the door. Should be fun! Come and
join us!
And one more event -- our Fifth Sunday dance, on
Sunday, May 30th, will also be 1:00 - 4:00 at the
Community Center with the Easy Swing Band playing. If you
don't get out of town for the long weekend, join us for
fun, music and good food! Tickets are $4 at the door.
-Betty Bell Norton ('51) ~ midtown Richland
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>>From: Curt Donahue ('53)
To: Mike Davis ('74)
According to Freud, that "one" probably does. I can
see that you are a deep thinker like him.
-Curt Donahue ('53) ~ Federal Way, WA
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>>From: Tom Hughes ('56)
Re: Coyotes
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Helen,
I live in Auburn, WA right in the middle of the
Seattle-Tacoma Megalopolis and we are surrounded by
Coyotes. Every where that there is a green belt area you
can be sure they have settled in and are thriving. The
Auburn Golf course has at least one group living in the
green belt to the north and east of the course. Every time
there is a fire siren some where in town, the Coyotes
start howling back at them. One day last year we were
playing the short par 3 #8 hole at Auburn, which sits at
the north end of the course right up against the green
belt. My buddy hit his tee shot into the middle of the
green. A coyote ran out of the woods, grabbed the golf
ball and took off back into the woods. We quite often have
damage to the greens from deer and elk that wander down
the power line right of way and end up on the course.
Other courses in the area have the same problems with both
deer and elk.
-Tom Hughes ('56)
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>>From: JANE
Re: Gus Keeney ('57)
Gus wanted me to let you know that he was in a car
accident on Thursday, May 13th near Redding, CA. He fell
asleep at the wheel and rolled the car he was driving...
they had to use the jaws of life to get him out. He is in
the ICU at the hospital in Redding... his injuries are
not life threatening. He has a dislocated shoulder and a
cracked neck that they operated on last Saturday and a
lot of bumps and bruises... he says he's so swollen that
he looks like a plum.
I don't have any other information at this time.
Jane Stephens
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>>From: Shirley Atwood Sun ('58)
To: Dorsey Rowan ('65)
Re: Assisted Care [5/13/04 Sandstorm]
My sister has been using Total Care to help with my
mother and we have been very pleased with the service.
Right now someone comes out 3x a week for 2 hours and
helps her with a shower, washes and sets her hair and
other small things such as manicure, etc. The same person
comes out each time so there is continuity. I don't know
the phone number, but I am sure you can find it on the
internet.
Good Luck!
-Shirley Atwood Sun ('58) ~ Chatsworth, CA
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>>From: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
Re: Bunnies are out, Coyotes are in, and Questionable
Behavior of Relatives looms upon the horizon
To: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
Tank you mien sister, Tank you veddy much. and velcome
aboard. Now please salute da fantail undt let's be on da vey!
To: BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
Momma, leave der boy alone but jus don' let him grow
up to be a cowboy, look what happen to Villy Neelson.
Mike is jus high on life undt vill come around in twenty
years or so -- Jus look at me.
To: Mike Davis ('74)
Re: Diarrhea Study
Veddy intarethtink qvestion but probably nicht ein
valid studerin beecause depends on der subjects. Der
subjects mit der advanced degrees are jus intelligent
enuff to do naughty tings vhich vill "dirty up da study"
such as dey are cleverly disguising der fact dat dey are
vearing Depends. So, da outcome in dis study probably
should be more like 5 out of fimpf. Undt, dat bats 1,000
so dey deserve to be in da Hall of Fame (makes no
deeforronce, any Hall of Fame vill do because dey have
become over-achievers). Mein colleague, Sigmund, vunce
said in anudder past life, "Sometimes, Pappy, uh cigar ist
jus a nudder cigar."
-George "Herr Doktor Pappy" Swan ('59)
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>>From: Jay Siegel ('61)
Re: Bunnies, Coyotes and related subjects
To John Browne's ('61) comment concerning the absence
of song birds - look to the domestic house cat population.
A domestic house cat that is allowed to roam at night is
one of the most destructive predators that there is, often
destroying whole clutches of birds at a time. Unless they
are on a farm where rodent control is required in several
buildings, house cats should be kept inside and not
allowed to roam.
CLear blue skies and warm, gentle breezes
-Jay Siegel ('61)
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>>From: George Barnett ('63)
Re: Graduation
Hello All,
Just thought I would snitch off Ryan Rish. (Francis
Rish's grandson) Ceremonies were Saturday, May 15th, and
it seems he received a bachelors in Physical Education.
Imagine That! Also placed 8th in the hammer throw in the
Pac 10 Track and Field finals just completed here in
Tucson.
Clyde and Nikki Markey held a little party at their
house (Nikki (72?) to celebrate another Rish headed to
Phys Ed Heraldry. Fran was a No Show... seems he had to
accept an award up there in the motherland. Ryan's Dad,
Dean, and mom were here along with a raft of friends and
well wishers.
Bye
-George Barnett ('63) ~ Tucson, AZ ~ where the ice has now
melted off the Rillito (100°+)
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>>From: Leoma Coles ('63)
To: Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
Sorry to hear about your parents! It's tough when you
become the care giver. And even tougher when they begin to
deteriorate!! Just hang in there and know that your former
classmates are thinking and praying for you. It takes a
special person to be able to take in their parents and
give them care in their final days or years. Wishing you
the best and hope to see you again at another class
reunion!
Take care,
-Leoma Coles ('63)
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>>From: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
To: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
Oh my gosh, George, please do not answer Mike Davis'
question today about diarrhea. I know you have a lot of
knowledge about a lot of things, but spare us this one.
How about answering Donni Clark Dunphy's ('63) question
about Lilac's instead!
-Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
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>>From: Linda Reining ('64)
To: Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
Re: Lilacs
when we lived on Elm Street, my mom had a huge Lilac
bush outside my brother's bedroom window. The bees always
made it difficult to get near them -- my brother Tim ('71WB)
was allergic to bees, so he avoided that area entirely,
and for some strange reason they "liked" me, so she always
had to pick them.
-Linda Reining ('64) ~ Bakersfield, CA - no lilac bushes
here, either, but lots of Lupines (purple wild
flowers) on the "grapevine", and lots of ice plant
along the freeway. By the way, where in Southern CA
do you live? I saw on the news that Fullerton is
paying $4 per gallon for gas!!!!! We are paying
close $2.50+ at some gas stations. ugh!
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>>From: David Rivers ('65)
Re: Birthdays....lotsa birthdays
Okay, I admit it... I missed Rosalie Lansing's ('63)
and Sandy Jones Fishback's ('65)... even wrote a note to
myself and then whooooooosh swept outa the office on this
and that and too lazy or tired... when I got home... I'm
totally 'shamed!!!
So this time I'm sitting here after a looooong day
of the most useless deposition I think I have ever
attended... 4 Bomber birthdays on my little cheat sheet
for the 18th... all the most wonderful people... The Old
man Johnny Crigler ('64) is having his 40th (reunion) this
year so I sure hope to see him at the reunion... lotsa
memories with that guy... We also got Scrooge McDuck's
birthday... I think this guy still has the first $1.25 he
ever made and probably will have it for a lot longer than
I will have my next paycheck! Lyman Powell ('65) has a
birthday too. Hoping he'll spring for a party after the
dinner on Friday night... hope he doesn't get a better
offer this year... AGAIN! Jack Keeney ('65) is also up for
honors on the 18th... Jack and I go way back... way way
back... In fact... Jack woulda been my first best man if
we hadn't headed for Idaho (can't spell that lake town) on
the 4th of July or some other summer holiday... loong
story... ya hadda be there... And the best for last...
Caroline Stanfield Boetes ('66) turns sweet 16 again...
she never ages and is as pretty as the day we had our very
first date back in Jr. High... All of these birthday
kids mean the world to me and I just gotta yell out:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
-David Rivers ('65)
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>>From: Shirley Collings Haskins ('66)
Re: Beverly Raffety ('49) TCHerald 5/15/04
Here is the TCHerald link to the story Betty Hiser
Gulley ('49) brought to our attention regarding our own
Beverly Raffety ('49) graduating with the class of 2004
from WSU Tri-Cities:
http://www.tri-cityherald.com/tch/local/story/5073818p-5001338c.html
"Beverly Raffety of West Richland wipes away a tear
Friday as she enters Tri-Cities Coliseum along with other
Washington State University Tri-Cities graduates. The 72-
year-old was among more than 380 graduates."
http://blazer74.tripod.com/49RaffetyBeverly04.jpg
How very proud we are, Bev!
-Shirley Collings Haskins ('66) ~ Richland
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>>From: Tedd Cadd ('66)
Re: Coyotes in Portland
Or at least one...
A couple years ago, a coyote hopped aboard the
Portland Light Rail system at the Portland Airport and
curled up on one of the seats. The Oregonian carried
a photo of the critter calmly looking back at the
photographer. I tried to find the article in the archives
(OregonLive.com) but their search engine was acting up.
I'll post a link if I can solve that problem.
-Tedd Cadd ('66)
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>>From: Steve Piippo ('70)
To: Mike Davis (9'74)
The efficient, rapid release of organic matter in the
form of 'diarrhea' can be very satisfying.
-Steve Piippo (still here)
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>>From: Terry Hutson Gunter ('74)
To: Mike Davis ('74)
It's okay Mike. We've sent paramedics to your home...
they're on their way. Be strong buddie, we're behind you
all the way.
(See you at the reunion?!!)
-Terry Hutson Gunter ('74)
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Funeral Notice
>>David Kirtely Clem ('58) ~ 1/8/40 - 5/14/04
FuneralNotices.tripod.com
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/19/04
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14 Bombers and 1 Bomber Mom sent stuff:
Dick Roberts ('49), John Bruntlett ('54)
Bill Berlin ('56), Dick Avedovech ('56)
Larry Baker ('58), Jan Bollinger ('60)
Carol Cross ('64), Gary Behymer ('64)
Judy Boggs Carlson and Gary Carlson ('64)
JoAnne Bucholz ('65), Rick Maddy ('67)
Mike Howell ('68WB), Elizabeth Mcallister ('78)
BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Bob Cross ('62)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
Click the event you want to know more about.
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NOTE from the Editor
Re: Pain in the Gas
http://www.snopes.com/politics/business/nogas.asp
Responding to SEVERAL Bombers who sent Sandstorm
entries suggesting that everyone NOT buy gas on 5/19....
snopes.com says this is FALSE. Read more about the whole
idea. It's been tried before... more than once. -Maren
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>>From: Richard "Dick" Roberts ('49)
Re: diarrhea, a messy subject
Have any of you attended the Kaopectate Festival
in Tijuana? It ran for three days.
-Richard "Dick" Roberts ('49)
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>>From: John Bruntlett ('54)
Re: 5/16/04 Spokane Lunch
All Bomber Lunches website
I cut myself off but I took the picture this afternoon [5/16/04].
Jan Bollinger will be sending the list of attendees.
-John Bruntlett ('54)
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>>From: Bill Berlin ('56)
Re: Coyotes
There are a lot of coyotes in Western Washington. Had
a couple in Seattle's Magnolia District where I used to
live. Guess they hung out in Discovery Park and lived off
of dog and cat food (and cats) left out at night. We also
had a Cougar (not a WSU type but a REAL cougar) up in the
same Park a number of years ago.
My favourite is I-5 Wily E. I have seen him a couple
of dozen times running along I-5 just north of Bellingham,
probably getting road kill. Good way to become road kill
yourself but I think Wily is Canadian and I think most of
the cars on that end of I-5 are from British Columbia
traveling at 55 mph [90kph).
It was either Jim Green ('56), Jim Crose ('56) or
John Cowan ('56) and I that were camping out at Rapids
Camp 50 years ago when a coyote came into our camp at
night. Heavily armed with single shot .22s we were scared
"you know what" less but we learned a good lesson that
night. One coyote can sound like a dozen. They yip, they
whistle, they bark, the howl and it was all from one
coyote. One set of prints was all we could find the next
morning.
One last coyote story. I have seen them in Western
China. Big ones too. They would not make it in Eastern
China where they are a delicacy at holiday time (just
kidding). I have not had dog in several years there either.
-Bill Berlin ('56) ~ In very sunny Anacortes, WA - where
the heck is the rain when I need it for my new lawn?
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>>From: Dick Avedovech, Jr. ('56)
Re: Coyotes story
Thought I would add a little story about an incident
I had with a young coyote. A number of years ago I spent
2 weeks at the Malheur Environmental field station in
central Oregon taking a class in wildlife techniques. I
had noticed a pond that had Egrets and Herons and Bitterns
there so decided that the next morning I would photograph
them. I got up at 3AM and went out to the pond and laid
down in some reeds and brush and set up my camera waiting
for first light and the birds. Sure enough a Great Blue
Heron come out of the far reeds and started fishing in
the shallows. 45 minutes later the bird went back into
the brush and brought out a baby Heron and went out
into deeper water. A young Coyote came up over the hill
directly across from me and started down for a drink of
water (and possibly a meal). Then he noticed me taking
pictures of him and started barking at me, then howling as
he approached me. Finally he got down on his front paws
inviting me to come and play with him. I got up on all 4s
and as soon as he saw what I was, he took off. It was a
really fun experience. I got a number of black and white
pictures of him. If I can find them I will post them on
the website.
-Dick Avedovech, Jr. ('56)
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[Dick--When you find those pictures, please send them to:
pix@richlandbombers.com -Maren]
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>>From: Larry Baker ('58)
Re: David Clem ('58RIP)
I was so sad to read in the Sandstorm that David
passed away. He was one of a kind, especially in our high
school years.
I remember David putting straight pipes for mufflers
on my '49 Merc and when I got a warning ticket for noise,
he fixed the pipes by stuffing steel wool in them. I
passed the noise test but blew steel wool out the back
tail pipes for days.
The best one was when he put some exhaust pipes on my
'51 Ford and talked me into wiring the overdrive direct.
That was really great... I could go from 0-45 in 1st and
when I hit 2nd gear I'd go a whopping 35. I will never
forget the look on David's face when that happened.
Needless to say, he wired the overdrive back.
David, thank you for all of the great memories at
Bomberville. We'll miss you.
-Larry Baker ('58)
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>>From: Jan Bollinger Persons ('60)
Re: Spokane Bomber Lunch
All Bomber Lunches website
We were expecting a small group of six for the Spokane
Bomber lunch last Sunday, but were glad to see eleven
Bombers and spouses at the Chapter. Rick Maddy ('67), who
was visiting from Hunting Beach, CA surprised us... then
Ray Stein ('64) and Jim House ('63) found they could make
it after all. Gloria Falls Evans ('58) and spouse Jim were
on the "maybe" list and when they showed up, we happily
added another table to our group. (Ray Stein does a
nice job of setting a table!) Denny McDaniel ('60) and
spouse, Kathy, were there sporting Mariners shirts... plus
Rick Valentine ('68) and John Bruntlett ('54), who brought
his camera and tripod, but somehow managed to leave
himself out of the photos he took! (Hopefully, Rick Maddy
got a shot that included John.) And, of course, Gary
Persons ('57) and Jan Bollinger Persons ('60) were there
to blow up green and gold balloons.
Conversation at these lunches ranges such a wide
spectrum of topics that it's really difficult to pick out
highlights. (What sticks in my mind today are the remarks
after it was discovered that Denny ate Jim's salad, just
because the waitress put it in front of him! And Gary
declining to pick up everyone's check, even though he was
a big Lotto winner today.)
If you haven't been to a Bomber lunch, just go! It
doesn't matter when you graduated, the common denominator
is having been a Bomber in Richland. That's really all it
takes to keep lively conversation going, as well as laughs
galore!
Re: Birth of a Hummingbird
This is really awesome, the photos are beautiful... a
must see
This is truly amazing! Be sure to click on NEXT PAGE
at the bottom of each page ... there are five pages in
all. Adults and children will find this very interesting.
Enjoy!!! This lady found a hummingbird nest and got
pictures all the way from the egg to leaving the nest.
Took 24 days from birth to flight.
http://community-2.webtv.net/hotmail.com/verle33/HummingBirdNest/
-Jan Bollinger Persons ('60)
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>>From: Carol Cross Llewellyn ('64)
To: Robert Cross ('62)
happy birthday to my much older brother, Bob. Hope
it is a great one. Take care of yourself and we will
celebrate 60 big ones this summer.
To: Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
Re: lilacs
My Uncle Ken Cross (RIP) (father to Helen ('62) & Roy
('65)
brought over three tiny lilac bushes from his yard to me
at Copalis Crossing which are thriving and bringing me
much pleasure and memories of life in Richland.
Re: Small World
Susan Anderson Shattuck ('49) and I have found that
her niece was my neighbor for years here at Copalis
Crossing who she visited many times. Maybe I should have
had my Bomber license plate on my van!
-Carol Cross Llewellyn ('64) ~ Copalis Crossing, WA
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>>From: Gary Behymer ('64)
This story brought back many memories of living in
Richland.
Tri-City Herald Looking back on a sunny dock...
Photo of Betsy Fox ('63)
http://www.tri-cityherald.com/tch/local/story/5084885p-5012563c.html
Front Page (5/18/04) photo at: http://www.tri-cityherald.com
My folks built a dock next to the Charette - Roach
dock a few hundred yards downriver from the "Gowen Street
Dock Gang."
Being a "river rat" was a different world. Thanks for
sharing, Betsy...
-Gary Behymer ('64)
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>>From: Judy Boggs Carlson and Gary Carlson ('64)
To: The Class of '64
Hey all you golfers... Don't forget to sign up for a
fun filled day of golf with your fellow classmates on
Saturday the 26th of June. We know you'll enjoy playing
the only Target course in the Tri Cities. Just email Judy
and Gary Carlson - bring your clubs and join the fun!!!!
Thanks to those who have already signed up. We've made
plenty of Tee times, so don't be shy!
-Judy Boggs Carlson and Gary Carlson ('64)
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>>From: JoAnne Bucholz McLaughlin ('65)
I have been reading the Sandstorm daily for about four
years, and have to have my daily Sandstorm fix.
We have a daughter (recent WSU graduate in Business
with a major in Marketing and a minor in Human Resources)
who is interested in moving to the San Diego area. Do any
Bombers in the Southern California have employment leads,
tips or advice to offer?
-JoAnne Bucholz McLaughlin ('65) ~ Richland - where it is
cloudy after a good rain this morning.
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>>From: Rick Maddy ('67)
Re: Spokane Lunch
Just want to thank the folks that showed up at the
Spokane Bomber lunch. There were some who did not show up
that I was hoping would - putting a face to print, as
they say - and some who did show up that was a pleasant
surprise. Anyway, I just happened to be in town visiting
my granddaughter and saw that the lunch was on. Key word
being lunch. Even though skipping a few lunches would
be a good idea for me, I just had to go. Being very poor
with names, I won't even try, but again, thanks to the
organizers for a good time at "The Chapter" and same to
those that came. It was special.
To: Mike Davis (’74)
While on the subject of lunch... I suppose it depends
which end the diarrhea is coming out of, Mike. May run as
high as two, possibly three out of five, depending. And be
careful with the words of the Doktor Freud. He thought I
would be blind by now.
On the road again,
-Rick Maddy ('67)
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>>From: Mike Howell ('68WB)
To: Mike Davis ('74)
A very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you too.
-Mike Howell ('68WB)
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>>From: Elizabeth Mcallister Loosmore ('78)
To: Donni Clark ('63)
Hi. I felt that I needed to write you a note and let
you know that I understand so much what you are going
though.
I was born and raised in Richland, but left at 18 and
though the years as I would come home to visit I knew some
how it was time to go home, as my parents were having so
many problems. Anyway I did it... sold house, quit job,
and took a leap of faith.
My Father had Parkinson's, and I understand just what
you said putting your father in a home is the hardest
thing to do... it kills you inside... When he passed on
about four months later, all I could think of is "He is
home and out of the place that he hated so much"... all he
would say is "Take me home to 1108 Elm street"..
My Mother has Multi-in farc dementia which slowly
takes the mind, and is not doing well..
Sorry to unload on you, because I don't know you or
anything. My main reason for writing is to tell you that
my heart goes out to you... it breaks your heart and you
wonder why it is that both your parents had to have all
these problems and not enjoy their golden years. I hope
some how this helps and let you know their is someone out
here who understands... so take care and take it one day
at a time....
Us bombers need to stick together... all my best
-Elizabeth Mcallister Loosmore ('78)
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>>From: BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
To: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
Marilyn,
I knew Pappy would answer Mike [Davis ('74)], too. Do
they know each other? I believe they must be two of a kind.
To: Steve Piippo ('70)
How did I know you would be the kind that would enjoy
such. Just a guess...
-BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/20/04
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7 Bombers sent stuff:
Shirley Watts ('49), Gail Cyphers ('62)
Helen Cross ('62), Jim Armstrong ('63)
Marilyn Swan ('63), Gary Behymer ('64)
Mike Davis ('64)
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>>From: Shirley Watts James ('49)
Believe it or not there are some Bombers in
Evansville, Indiana. We heard that a Bomber luncheon
was taking place on June 19 in Indianapolis. Does
anyone know anything about this?
-Shirley Watts James ('49)
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>>From: Gail Cyphers ('62)
To: Beverly Raffety ('49)
Congratulations Beverly, great job... Magna Cum Laude,
ven better....
-Gail Cyphers ('62)
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>>From: Helen Cross kirk ('62)
Well, I had my lumpectomy yesterday and I am happy
to report that I am feeling quite well and not very sore
at all. I want to thank all the many Bombers who have
responded to my request for prayer and support during this
last month of difficulty since I received the original
diagnosis of breast cancer, non-invasive type in the
beginning stages. I hope that the pathology report
tomorrow will confirm this diagnosis and I can set up
my radiation treatments, and proceed.
I have joined the Relay for Life here as a start of
doing what I can to help others who will face this
disease, as I certainly have been encouraged by the many
notes of support and encouragement I have received this
past month. Words cannot thank you all enough for your
support to me.
Re: Bob Cross ('62)
I want to add my "Happy Birthday" to my almost twin
cousin, Bob, who is 60 today [5/19/04]. It is so hard for
me to believe how old we are,but it's how old you feel,
not how old you are. Right??
Re: wildlife
It is amazing how well the wildlife has adopted to
suburbia isn't it? The hummingbird photos are adorable. It
is hard to believe how many coyotes there are among us. I
saw a documentary about red tail hawks in Central Park in
New York City. So far this year, aside from the many birds
we have happily flying around and hearing the frogs at
night, the only other wild life I've seen are 2 snakes
slithering down our hillside, sadly as I was mowing, as
I'm not sure what kind they were, and whatever they are, I
know I don't want to get any closer to them. I know I have
moved into their territory, but I just would like to not
have to face snakes.
The dreaded invasion of the cicadas is beginning this
week in and around Cincinnati. I've not heard any of
them up here in Dayton so far, about an hour north of
Cincinnati. I've not yet seen them, but I did notice a lot
of birds on the ground on Monday, and I know my friend l5
miles away had seen them. They say all 5 billion of them
won't harm your flowers, just might do damage to small
trees laying all those eggs. We will see, and as they only
come once every l7 years, it can't be too bad.
Re: Indianapolis Lunch
Hope to see lots of Bombers at the first Indiana
Bomber luncheon a month from today [6/19/04]!!
-Helen Cross kirk ('62) ~ Dayton, Ohio (70 miles north of
the little lake and the grass that always
needs mowing)
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>>From: Jim Armstrong ('63)
I see Dave Clem ('58) passed away. I only knew him by
reputation. How many of you guys had a "Clem" floor shifter?
My best to his family.
-Jim Armstrong ('63)
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>>From: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
To: BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
BJ,
I am pretty sure these two don't know each other. You
know the old saying "they broke the mold", well after
Pappy's (George's ('59) ancient entry into the world,
"they" must have gotten bored & used the same mold years
later for Mike ('64). And, BJ, dear I know just how the
Davis clan must feel, there is never a dull day. I am
thinking that maybe these two should meet for coffee at
Denny's & get to know each other, one could not beat the
other in the BS department. But then again they just might
be too much alike! Pappy lives in Bubank & doesn't Mike
live in Finley? Where's the closest Denny's?
I feel for you! Oh my gosh, do I feel for you!!
-Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63) ~ Southwest of Salt Lake City, UT
Wish I could be like Helen ('62) & say "by the
little lake", all I can say is "out back by
the lawn that needs some attention".
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>>From: Gary Behymer ('64)
Re: 5/16/04 Spokane Lunch
All Bomber Lunches website
Ok... I KNOW that Mr. House ('63) & Mr. Stein ('64)
cannot look that good. Are you fellows hiring "standins"
or are your grown kids filling in for you? Is this a Brad
Upton ('74) or Mike Davis ('74) put on.
-Gary Behymer ('64) ~ Feeling a bit older... at the 3rd
stop light South... in downtown Colfax, WA
(Home of the Codger Pole)
http://www.jonathanbearman.com/images/memorial/CodgerP3.jpg
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>>From: Mike Davis ('74)
Do coyotes ever get diarrhea?
Just wondering?
-Mike Davis ('74)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/21/04
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8 Bombers and 1 Bomber Mom sent stuff:
Betty Hiser ('49), George Swan ('59)
Tom Verellen ('60), Roger Gress ('61)
Helen Cross ('62), Marilyn Swan ('63)
Carol Converse ('64), Deedee Willox ('64)
BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
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TODAY: Girls of '54 Lunch
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
I was born in Kings Mills (where Kings Island is now
located) and we called those things 17-year locust. We
went to visit my paternal grandfather, who at that time
had no running water in his house. When we arrived I kept
hearing this sound like a pump. When grandpa came out I
asked him if he had put a pump on his well - he said "No -
that's the 17-year locust." On his fence were things that
looked like brown vines growing up the fence. It was the
dead 17-year locust. If they get on the roads and
sidewalks they are very slimy!!
Re: Looking for...
Does anyone know where I can locate Jeanne and Tom
McKeown. I tried to contact Jeanne to invite her to the
UNC get together we had Friday, May 14. Would like to stay
in contact.
-Betty Hiser Gulley ('49) ~ located in sunny government
south end of Richland where the temperature
is to get to 82 today.
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>>From: George Swan ('59)
To: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
Waa'lll here little baby sister, let me help ya up
on this buckboard fulla this smelly stuff and we'll head
on down past the "lil' lake" to the BS fertilizer plant,
Whahaaa. Get up there ol' Diamond. Buckboards uh,
buckboard ho!
To: Mike Davis ('74)
Re: Do Coyotes get the blues from diarrhea?
They do, just like cowgirls, yup, that's why they
howl all night so loud and so long and ponder, did ya ever
notice that they are runnin' all about when they howl and
yodel? Its cause somebody else beat 'em to the outhouse so
they gotta keep driftin' like the tumblin' tumble weeds.
They were the original Riders Of The "Purple Sage."
-George "Pappy caught in another fantasy" Swan ('59)
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>>From: Tom Verellen ('60)
To: Mike Davis ('74)
Yes, Mike there is such a thing as coyote diarrhea.
However it is little spoken of due to the fact that coyote
society politely adheres to the doctrine of "just hold it
in" thus the howling at night. This has been assigned to
same category of fable as: the lost elephant graveyard,
the humpback whale Olympic games (the ones rising above
the surface of the water are pole vaulters), and cormorant
square dancing.
-Tom Verellen ('60) ~ near (I just can't say it) Lacey, WA
a fine spring in progress.
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>>From: Roger Gress ('61)
To: Jim Armstrong ('63)
Re: Dave Clem ('58RiP) shifter
I made my own shifter in auto shop like Dave made, but
I never got a chance to use it on my '53 ford. I sold the
car just after graduation and moved to Hawaii with my
parents. I'm sure it would have worked great.
My heart goes out to my classmate Judy Williams Clem ('61)
and her family.
-Roger Gress (Classic Class of '61)
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>>From: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
I want to thank every one who has offered me such kind
words of encouragement during this month of dealing with
cancer. I know I have been blessed, as I did receive the
pathology report following the lumpectomy today that I
am cancer free. Now please hang in with me as I start
radiation treatments by meeting with that doctor next
week.
But first I am taking the weekend off and going to a
retreat for women in Cape Cod.
I feel very lucky we have such good doctors and
medical techniques available to us to treat cancer... at
least the form I have had. And I am joining with Relay For
Life to try to do my part in helping others who will also
face this disease in the future.
Re: Indianapolis Lunch
To: Shirley Watts James ('49)
Yes, Shirley, there will be a luncheon for us Bombers
on June l9th in Indianapolis. Maren, has all the information
sorted out on the website for it. I am looking forward
to meeting you, and seeing Max Case ('57) again after 40
years at least?? ANd any others who are just passing
through or also live in the area and can join us.
-Helen Cross Kirk ('62) ~ West Harrison, IN - where the
little lake looks lovely, and it's finally
getting hot enough so the grass isn't growing
quite so fast with all the rain and warm
temperatures we've been having. It's getting
humid, but I still haven't seen a cicada yet.
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>>From: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
To: Mike Davis ('74)
Mike,
You certainly are NOT a SOUP STIRRER!!
-Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
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>>From: Carol Converse Maurer ('64)
To: Jan Bollinger Persons ('60)
Thank you so much for sending those pictures of the
baby humming bird. They are my favorite bird! We usually
have 3-4 each winter staying pretty close by us, as we
keep 3 feeders full at all times for them. They really
depend upon them and are sooo funny. Very territorial. I'm
wondering if a Chicken Hawk could have gotten one of the
babies, as they are their very few enemies.
-Carol Converse Maurer ('64) ~ Eureka, CA - not much
longer to wait now for our class reunion!!!
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>>From: Deedee Willox Loiseau ('64)
To: Rick Maddy ('67), Mike Davis ('74), and George Swan ('59)
Those who "suffer" from diarrhea of the mouth usually
have a related disorder called "constipation of the mind."
It causes quite a lot of pain to those nearby! *lol*
To: George Swan ('59)
Yes, we've seen some wildlife out here. We live in
Burbank Heights; to get to our house you take Highway 124,
the Prescott / Waitsburg, Ice Harbor Dam highway. One
night, just after we made the turn onto Highway 124, a
deer jumped out of the trees on the side of the road.
Fortunately he did not jump into the road. I love living
out here! We have seen lots of pheasant around the place.
One day a female flew in front of my car and I hit (and
killed) it. I felt so bad. When I got home, it was caught
on the bumper on the front of my car.
One winter when we had lots of snow, we got Meadowlarks
in the yard. They are so pretty. I didn't know what they
were so looked it up. My hubby put food out for them and
we enjoyed them till the snow melted. Then they went away
and we haven't seen them since. We have seen raccoons
also. One day the neighbors came over to show us the
raccoon that was sleeping in their tree! They are
nocturnal (the raccoons, not the neighbors), so he must
have gotten caught too close to daylight and hid out in
the tree for the day. He was quite large.
And yes, there are the resident skunks. You never have
to wonder if someone has hit one. *lol* Leaving cat food
or dog food out is a good way to experience skunks up
close and personal!
We've got squirrels around now. Hubby built a tree
house for the grandkids. One day he was following our 9-
year-old granddaughter up the ladder into the tree house.
When she peeked over the edge, she startled a squirrel and
it jumped out of the tree house, flew over the bushes and
trees, and landed BANG on the a piece of flat wood. He hit
so hard, we thought he would be dead. I was still below
(having a bit of vertigo). The fall didn't kill him, as I
watched him run away.
-Deedee Willox Loiseau ('64) ~ Burbank, WA
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>>From: BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
To: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
Actually Marilyn......... Mike (Davis ('74)] is a many
faceted person. He is a Crystal Apple Award teacher. He is
the Matriach of the family (so he tells us). All the
grandkids feel free to talk to Uncle Mike about anything.
He is a very proud father... a loving and considerate son
and thinks the Davis family is a memorial to his father
He is Bon's (his wife) best friend and then... though he
is actually a very serious guy, he has his moments...
And that's a mother's opinion of her son Mike... want
to hear about the other Davis' (I can hear Wig and Sheila
saying No, no, no.) *LOL*
-BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
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8 Bombers and one ABOUT-A-Bomber sent stuff:
Anna May Wann ('49), ABOUT Gus Keeney ('57)
George Swan ('59), Mike Lewis ('60)
Jeanie Hutchins ('62), Ann Engel ('63)
Marilyn Swan ('63), Roy Ballard ('63)
Lynn-Marie Hatcher ('68)
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BOMBER LUNCHES 'n stuff (in order of appearance)
06/05 Girls of '60 Lunch
06/06 Class of '58 Lunch
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Ann Thompson, aka Anna May Wann ('49)
Re: North Puget Sound (Kirkland/Bellevue) Area
Due to my procrastination and busy schedule I did not
get a luncheon scheduled for May 23rd. I was out of town
at a convention and then had jury duty (that ended today).
I checked at the Crab Cracker in Kirkland and scheduled us
for June 27th. I could have gotten us in for May 30th, but
made the "executive" decision that that is a holiday
weekend and attendance might be pretty sparse.
Want to warn you ahead of time it is a tad pricey.
Appetizers, salads and soup aren't too bad, but still a
little above the norm.
Will get you more information on the luncheon as time
draws near.
To: Deedee Loiseau ('64)
Loved your comments on diarrhea. I am still chuckling
– especially the pain it causes those nearby.
That’s why I’m not saying anymore today – don’t want
to cause any of you pain.
-Ann Thompson, aka Anna May Wann ('49) ~ In lovely Bothell,
where it is really trying to rain, but can’t make
up its mind.
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>>From: Jane Stephens
Re: Gus Keeney ('57)
Here is the latest I have on Gus Keeney written by
his friend that he is staying with near Palm Springs. It
sounds like he's trying to encourage him to get back to
the computer and get in touch with everyone so hopefully
you'll be hearing from him soon. I talked to him last
night and he still sounds pretty groggy, probably the pain
meds. I also encouraged him to come to the Tri-Cities to
recuperate but I think at this time he is in enough pain
that he can't think about anything else. Hopefully we can
get him talked into it when he feels a little better, I
told him someone would go get him because I doubt he'd be
able to make that long a trip for some time.
Most of the friends and relatives in Yuma have come
North for the summer so there's not a lot of help in Yuma,
just his one sister-in-law.
-Jane Stephens
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Here is the picture of the Acura-Vigor that Gus was driving.
The rescue folks used the Jaws-of-Life to cut the
top off the car so that Gus could be extracted. Sure a
handsome guy standing next to the car in the picture.
Gus is going to stay with us for a few days in
Cathedral City. Right now we are planning to drive Gus
down to Yuma on Monday, May 24. If he wishes I will stay a
few days. At this time he is not suppose to lift over five
pounds and no driving. He must negotiate the driving with
his doctor. He is wearing a neck brace (told to wear the
brace for the next three months). He is wearing a sling to
support the left arm and shoulder. His right ear is 50%
black. Not black & blue. From the top of his left shoulder
down across the middle chest and on down around his right
side to the hip he is several shades of black and blue.
This I'm sure was caused by the seat belt. He has a bunch
of other black and blue injuries. Another black and blue
spot on the front of the right shoulder. His shins
have some raw spots that he says he got when they were
extracting him from the car.
He lost his glasses and one shoe. He had several
stitches in his chin. To fuse the vertebra they went in
through the front of the throat area so it too is stitched
up, probably a two to three inch cut. He is sleeping a lot
and is taking pain pills as required. He also lost his
drugs, heart medication etc. We will be calling his doctor
tomorrow and have him call in prescriptions to a pharmacy
here in Cathedral City.
I talked to him this evening about sitting down at the
computer and pecking out a message for his masses. I hope
he is able to do this tomorrow but will keep after it
until he can get out a message to those that need to know
and have a high concern level. Plus I think this would be
good therapy to get him restarted.
Write if you find work!
-Dan
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>>From: George Swan ('59)
Maren, your spelling checker changed Podner (my corruption
of the already corrupted pardner) to ponder but the
coyotes didn't even notice. They were too busy pondering
the situation.
Re: The Dave Clem ('58RIP) Shifter
Kings X, I'm serious again for a bit.
I did not know Dave well. But, it just occurred to me,
I think I had a Dave Clem shifter. Parris Beddo (WB'61 RIP),
my brother-in-law, obtained a shifter for me when my
automatic tranny went out of my old '54 Chevy that I
bought when I came home from the service. He got it from
someone who made it. It was an H pattern on its side with
a chrome rod and ball sticking straight up with a bit of
a backwards bend in the rod. It was spring-loaded and
this is really taxing on an old guy's memory but I think
neutral, of course, was in the middle, 1st was straight
ahead, 2nd straight back, push down and straight ahead
for third, and then pull straight back for "get down the
road." Parris and my Dad put it in for me when I was
recuperating from a car wreck (as a passenger). Anyway,
I loved it and never had a bit of trouble with it. And
people always asked, "Where'd ju get that?" Memories!
-George Swan ('59)
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>>From: Mike Lewis ('60)
To: Friends of Coyote
Coyotes are becoming truly mythical.
The Papyri of Ani depict a cat wielding a knife
in heiroglyphs some six thousand years old, and now
there is a little website called Coyote Found Candles
http://www.coyote-found-candles.com
which sells various things, is run by Colleen Schumacher
and has its physical existence in Port Townsend; they
use an image of a coyote carrying a candle...
My own view is that the recent new understanding the
world (as a planet orbiting a star, atomic structure and
so on) has caused every living species on earth to begin
an epoch of re-conception which will continue for a very
long time. One can see this taking place in all the
animals familiar to human beings -- dogs, cats, horses
and many birds wild and tame.
-Mike Lewis ('60)~ Seattle, near the International District
where it's cloudy today and I've been here ten
years. Strange to think that 1960 was in a
bygone millennium.
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>>From: Jeanie Hutchins Simon ('62)
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Thanks for sharing your GREAT NEWS!! You will continue
to be in my prayers.
My daughter, Julie, will be participating in the
"Relay for Life" tomorrow. The event was organized
by a WWU student and is being held on campus here in
Bellingham. Around 500 people are expected to participate
in the race and will result in $40,000 for cancer
research. The event is an overnight affair, beginning on
Saturday at noon and ending 7:30 am on Sunday. "It's an
overnight event because cancer never sleeps," said the gal
who organized this event.
It's quite exciting and heartwarming that this 22 year
old student founded the new Associated Students club,
"Western Students Against Cancer." She felt there was a
need for greater cancer awareness and education on campus.
The club members are working to heighten cancer awareness,
along with an extensive skin cancer campaign. As we know,
most of us have been touched by cancer in some way ~ continued
awareness and research is so important!
Helen, relax and enjoy your Women's Retreat this weekend!
-Jeanie Hutchins Simon ('62) ~ Bellingham, WA
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>>From: Ann Engel Schafer ('63)
Re: Gowen St. and docks
Thank you Betsy Fox ('63) for the article in the Tri-
City Herald. It brought back such wonderful memories. We
had a great time our junior and senior summers on the dock
and in your boat. Unfortunately I could never get the hang
of water skiing but love watching everyone else do it.
I didn't know that they had taken out all the docks
until our 35th class reunion and Fred and I walked along
the dike to find your house and was shocked to find them
gone.
All these years that I have known you and I never knew
you were from New York.
I will make sure I see the bench this summer at the
R2K+4. Those were great times back in the '60s.
See you this summer.
-Ann Engel Schafer (Gold Medal Class of '63) ~ in cloudy
Vancouver where Fred is mowing our little lawn
by the street.
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>>From: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
To: BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
Just reading this morning's Sandstorm. Actually, BJ,
when you describe Mike, you have just described George
other than he is not a teacher. He is a great guy & he & I
have become much closer in our senior years. He has been
great support to me in these past couple of months since
my husband Parris ('61RIP) passed away and my life seemed
to fall apart. So public ally thanking you George for all
your great support & your shoulder to cry on, even though
much of it has been long distance over the phone. They
both sound like great guys even though they seem to have
warped senses of humor at times. I still think they should
meet for coffee at Denny's!
-Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63) ~ Salt Lake City - where my
family, me & the kids & grandkids are off to the
Uintah Mountains for a pre-season weekend with
some great friends at Moon Lake. Wish you were
here Donni!
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>>From: Roy and Nancy Erlandson Ballard ('63/'67)
Re: Reagan Library
Just got home from California... my wife and I and had
a wonderful time. Saw Our kids and grandkid and some good
old friends. Also had a chance to tour the Reagan Library,
a good friend arranged the tour and even got to see the
living quarters above the library that has both offices of
the president and the first lady. What an opportunity to
see the things that are there. We would recommend it for a
tour if you are in the area. By the way its in Simi Valley,
CA. What a view and they are building the building to
house Air Force 1, Marine 1 and a presidential limo. When
done you will be able to walk right into the plane and
tour it, all will be in one building, looking to the west
and the ocean.
-Roy and Nancy Erlandson Ballard ('63/'67)
By the way, thanks Jeanie for the tour.
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>>From: Lynn-Marie Hatcher Peashka ('68)
To: BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
Re: Davis Kids
I don't care what Karen ('76), Sheila ('71) and Wig ('82)
want ... I have my rights as a faithful Sandstorm reader
and proud Bomber!! So please honor my request, and DO
tell us what the other Davis kids (all of them) are/were
like. You guys are a favorite family of mine, even though
I've yet to meet any of you in person!
Thanks,
-Lynn-Marie Hatcher Peashka ('68) ~ In thunder storming
Spokane -- although there it's not the same as
when there are thunderstorms back home. The
"rain smell" just isn't here like it is in
Richland. Sigh ...
P.S. -- Dog gone it -- I WISH I had been able to be
at the Bomber luncheon last Sunday. Would loved to
have visited with all -- but particularly would have
enjoy seeing you, Rick Maddy ('67) (surprised to see
you in the photo!) and you, Ray Stein ('64) -- who
used to look after me in the halls of Richland
Lutheran Church when I was little and our Moms were
doing something Lutheran-Momish together :-)
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12 Bombers and 1 Bomber Mom sent stuff:
Dick McCoy ('45, '46, '02), Shirley Watts ('49)
Marilyn DeVine ('51), Mike Clowes ('54)
Floyd Melton ('57), Gus Keeney ('57)
Sue Garrison ('58), Jan Bollinger ('60)
Donni Clark ('63), Linda Reining ('64)
Claudia Stoffel ('68WB), Karen Davis ('76)
BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Terry Matthews ('60)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Dick McCoy ('45, '46, '02)
Re: Graduation
To: Beverly McCleary Rafferty ('49)
Just got a clipping from Johnny Frank ('46) re your
recent graduation. Congrats.
The Pic claimed it caught you with a tear in your eye.
I doubt that, you are too tough. You are still beautiful,
as all the McCleary gals are. I hope to see you this fall,
so come on down to the Club 40 bash. Dona knows the way.
Love
-Dick McCoy ('45, '46, '02)
Bronc, Beaver, Bomber
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>>From: Shirley Watts James ('49)
Re: Graduation
To: Beverly McCleary Rafferty ('49)
Hi Bev:
You didn't tell me you graduated Magna Cum Laude.
Good for you and congratulations again.
-Shirley Watts James ('49)
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>>From: Marilyn "Em" DeVine ('52)
Re: Gus Keeney ('57)
To: Jane Stephens
Thank you, thank you, thank you for the update on Gus!
Was wondering how he is doing. Gosh, looking at the photo
of his car, one has to marvel that he is alive and it's no
wonder at all that he is black and black and blue almost
all over! Write when you can, Gus. We love you!
Re: On a lighter subject
Yesterday I went dancing in the middle of the day! I
don't remember who mentioned the dance at the Richland
Community Center, but am glad she did. I went down with
the idea that I'd enjoy the band and maybe see some old
Bombers, but they had a "mixer" dance which I got to take
part in and then I was invited to dance a couple of other
times, too. It was fun and I'm really glad I went, even
though I didn't meet anyone who "admitted to being" a
Bomber. (Some had Bomber kids and grand kids.)
-Marilyn "Em" DeVine ('52) ~ where I am enjoying the
lightning and thunder storms (and yesterday we
even had hail!) in wonderful Richland.
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>>From: Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54)
Re: From the "What's Next?" Dept.
It was bound to happen. The state of Oregon is now
going to pursue those citizens of the state who either
sell or purchase cigarettes on the internet. Seems the
state is loosing revenue. So beware of itinerant internet
cigarette sales persons if you live in Oregon. You can,
however, still purchase stock in the Voting Machine Co.
According to some, it will rise in price.
Re: Baseball
Who would have "thunk" it. The OSU/WSU baseball game
Friday, in Pullman, was suspended in the 9th due to rain.
OSU was up 3-2 at the time. OSU in the lead is not too
surprising, but rain in Pullman? Who ever heard of such
a thing. Fortunately, no coyotes were involved.
Bomber Cheers,
-Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54) - there's a 50-50
chance of rain today in Albany, OR
p.s. Maren, I ran this through my sell checker,
and told it to accept "thunk".
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>>From: Floyd Melton ('57)
Re: Gus Keeney ('57)
Ok, I have been out of commission for a few weeks now
so would someone send me an email and let me know what
happened to Gus. I saw today's comments by Jane Stephens
and the picture she provided. Gus has been through too
much already to be laid up from an accident. Gus if you
read this, my heart and prayers go out to you.
-Floyd Melton ('57)
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>>From: Gus Keeney ('57)
I thank you all for your outpouring of support and
concern.
I can't stay vertical for very long periods yet.
That's my Friend Daniel Friend in the photo of his wife's
car that I went to sleep and wrecked in the middle of the
day. My wrecked car.
They are not kidding about hurting everywhere after a
rollover wreck. Broken neck fused at C-5&6, dislocated
left shoulder and bruises everywhere else!! Don't recommend
any of this stuff!!
I am staying at Dan and Dorothy's in Palm Springs and
plan on going home to Yuma on Monday.
Gotta go lay down for a while.
Thank you all again in my time of stress.
-Gus Keeney ('57)
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>>From: Sue Garrison Pritchett ('58)
Re: '58 Lunch
Barb Isakson Rau's ('58) computer is "on the fritz",
so she asked if I would send in luncheon info for Class of
'58. Please include it in your list of luncheons.
DATE: June 6th
TIME: 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Shilo/Rivershore
Class of '58 lunches are held first Sunday on each month
(Caveat: If first Sunday is holiday weekend, then it is
held following Sunday)
Thanks.
-Sue Garrison Pritchett ('58)
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>>From: Janice Bollinger Persons ('60)
Re: AEC and Social Security
I have encountered a problem with Social Security that
many other lady Bombers have undoubtedly faced, and I hope
to hear how they solved it. I went to work for GE right
out of high school and already had a SS card in the name
of Janice K. Bollinger. When I married, AEC changed the
name on all my employment records and security badge, not
to Janice K. Persons, but to Janice B. Persons. Apparently
I was also issued a new SS card in the name of Janice B.
Persons. (I did indeed find the card in my files with that
name on it, which was a big surprise!) Now, my SS earnings
records have always included those wages, the ones in my
maiden name, and the ones in my "real" married name of
Janice K. Persons. I've been filing a joint tax return for
43 years in my married name with the same SS number. All
of a sudden it's a problem!
Social Security wants me to get a new card in my "new"
name! To accomplish this, they say I will need proof of my
"old" identity and as well as my new identity. I really
can't think how I'm going to come up with proof of a name
that AEC invented for me 43 years ago! I explained all
this to the SS representative on the phone, but she just
went ahead and sent me the long application form for a new
card. I'd sure appreciate knowing how others have solved
this problem!
-Janice Bollinger Persons ('60) ~ in wet and weird weather
at Spokane! We could have seen the funnel cloud
at Airway Heights yesterday if it hadn't been
raining so hard!
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>>From: Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
First of all thank you to all you Bombers who sent me
notes of support and encouragement. It is helpful to know
what others have been through and know you are thinking of
me as I am thinking of you. I am doing a little better at
the moment. My Dad is adjusting, although it is still sad
but I am relieved also. My mom is slowly accepting what is
ahead of her and we are taking one day at a time with the
Lord's help.
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Helen
I am so glad that you followed through and are taking
care of your cancer. If my Mom had done this maybe she
wouldn't be in the situation she is today. I've already
given my support through my local Curves for the Relay for
Life, a great cause for women and this need.
To: Carol Cross Llewellyn ('64)
This may seem like a stupid question but where is
Copalis Crossing? It's such a pretty name so it must be in
a pretty spot. But of course if Lilacs grow there it must
be wonderful!
To: Linda Reining ('64)
Linda,
I meant to contact you before. Before all this
happened with my Mom and Dad I was thinking that I would
try and make that reunion some time as my husband and I
have traveled up and down that highway many a time in the
last l3 years. Now it will be harder for awhile at least.
I live in La Mirada which borders Fullerton, Whittier,
Buena Park, etc. I guess La Mirada would be best known for
Biola College (Bible Institute of L.A.) I have 3 children
that live in Fullerton and I think someone misinformed you
on the 4 dollar gas price, $2.50 is bad enough.
We live about l0 minutes from Knotts Berry Farm and
20 minutes from Disneyland. Do any other Bombers live in
the L.A. or surrounding area?
And I want everyone to know right here in the L.A.
suburbs we have skunks, lots of possums, coyotes, (my
husband just saw one jumping the fence a few months ago)
a few blocks from our house. A couple of years ago we had
a Peregrine Falcon swoop down and chase a dove through our
garage window and break it (the windows still broken) and
hang around in our tree for awhile waiting for the dove.
(we of course rescued the poor little shivering dove). And
then of course we have our own 2 little bunnies and 2
desert turtles in our own back yard. Lots of wildlife!
I love all your stories of animals, birds and flowers
and those original riders of the purple sage! Huh!
-Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
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>>From: Linda Reining ('64)
Re: picture of Gus Keeney's ('57) car
I have never met Gus, but the picture proves that God
had his hands around Gus. Bombers are a very lucky lot.
-Linda Reining ('64) ~ Bakersfield, CA - we are having
cooler than normal temps, which is just fine with
me... I'm not one bit anxious for triple digit
temps. Just 35 more days til '64 has our Big 40
Reunion! Hope to see LOTS of you there.
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>>From: Claudia Stoffel ('68WB)
Re: Major General James N. Mattis ('68)
Here is Jim & I at Jason Lee in 2nd and 3rd grade. (My
granddaughter once questioned the fact that "...you were
in grade school, Grandma?" Guess she figured they didn't
go to school in caveman times.)
RichlandBombers.1968.tripod.com/jl2c.html
and RichlandBombers.1968.tripod.com/jl3c.html
I would really appreciate any help in filling in the
blanks... I really hate that I went to school with all of
these people and can't remember names. Jason Lee was a
very important part of my growing up. Also if anyone
recognizes who the 3rd grade teacher is, please let me
know. Thank you. I know it's not an 'age' thing! Huh,
Judie & KJ.
-Claudia Stoffel ('68WB) ~ Colbert, WA ~ still waiting in
turbulent, thunder, lightening, hail, tornado,
flooding "alley", for my 2 week overdue grandbaby
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>>From: Karen Davis Scheffer ('76)
To: Mike Davis ('74)
Look what you started... now Mom's got that diarrhea
of the mouth!!!!!
Please Mom---don't start about the rest of us --- no
one needs to know this war story.
-Karen Davis Scheffer ('76) ~ Spokane - where between
lightning storms we are still flooding in the
lake size puddles
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>>From: BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
To: Lynn-Marie Hatcher ('68)
No, Karen ('76) wasn't included in that as she and
Jumbo ('82) are hams like Mike ('74) but Wig ('82) and
Sheila ('71) are very private people so I'd better just
cool it while I'm ahead of the game.
To: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
I love reading your entries. Is George ('59) your
brother?
-Billie Jean "BJ" Davis (Bomber Mom)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/24/04
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8 Bombers sent stuff:
Mike Clowes ('54), Judy Willox ('61)
Jim Hamilton ('63), Linda Reining ('64)
Patty de la Bretonne ('65), Mary Jane Smith ('70)
Lynn Noble ('72), Brad Upton ('74)
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>>From: Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54)
Re: From the Missing Persons Dept.
In addition to those names I have already listed as
being missing members of The Class of '54; here follows
some more names. These people may not have gone all the
way to graduation with The Class of '54, but they did
attend Columbia High School and would have been fellow
grads. They do qualify as fellow alums. Be patient, there
are quite a few names.
J. Bond, J. Bowns, M. Buchanan, Dan Carmichael, Dick Cole,
Ron Cox, Norma Detilian, Larry Davis, A. Eyron, B. Freeman,
J. Goodboe, G. Gilmour, E. Hayes, D. Hirsh, M. Hughes, C. Johnson,
D. Johnson. Janice Kliensorge, B. Knisley, J. Longwell, H. Mayberry,
J. McCorkle, N. McDaniels, J. McGlinchey, John McMillian,
Vernon Nord, J. Overson, L. Pope, D. Rose, M. Shoppach,
Tom Skelly, R. Smith (Not Rodney), Paul Sorenson, E. Spady,
Ron(?) Stevenson, Ed Thurston, B. Webb and M. Williams.
If you know any of these people, or can fill in the
names, please let The Class of '54 know. If all else
fails. contact me, and I will see to getting the
information to the "proper authorities."
Bomber Cheers,
-Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54) ~ by the way OSU won
the rained out game
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>>From: Judy Willox ('61)
To: All Bombers Attending the Big Weekend (June 25, 26, 27)
Re: Souvenir Jerseys From The Basketball Tournament
Zorba Manolopoulos ('91) has asked for me to put this
notice out on the Sandstorm to let you all know that he
will be printing jerseys up for the basketball tournament
for the players. He would also print up extras for all of
you who may want one as a souvenir. They would run $15.00
each and would be mailed to you directly, after the
tournament. If you want to pick yours up at the tournament
or at any one of the reunions in town the same weekend,
then you may do so by dropping by at my Club40 Bomber
sales table and get it from me. I am hoping to be at the
tournament at times and I will be at class of '64's class
reunion for sure. I have yet to figure out my schedule
as there is so much going on that weekend with the
tournament, two reunions and R2K+4. I will be somewhere
in evidence however and can be caught at these places.
The jersey is a souvenir only and is not an admittance
to the tournament. I always wish that I had gotten one
from the very first basketball tournament at the R2K in
2000, and I am going to get one this year for sure. I
encourage you all out there who love your Bomber stuff to
get one too.
I would need to know this information by this Wednesday,
May 26th in order to get the information to Zorba in time
for these to be printed. Please email me with all of the
information; i.e.: your name and class year, full address,
how many you want and the sizes. The sizes will run M, L,
XL, and 2XL. I look forward to hearing from as many of you
as I can reach, and from those you may want to let know
that do not get the Sandstorm. Let's show our support for
this tournament and have something we can always remember
afterward!
You will send the information to me via an email (and
remember, by May 26th), and send a check or money order
made out to RHS Alumni Tournament to:
Zorba-RHS Alumni Tournament, 1407 Sunset Street, Richland,
WA 99352
Let's go Bombers!
Bomber Cheers,
-Judy Willox ('61) ~ Richland - where we are returning to
the weather of our youths--thunder, lightning and
deluges every day but one for a few days. And I
love it!!! Takes me back to the good ole' days.
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>>From: Jim Hamilton ('63)
Re: Help
Hmmm Babe, Hmmm Babe, The Wick sisters need a little help.
The forever young and always lovely Miss Nancy ('65)
and her sisters Carolyn ('61) and Sharon ('67), are
"Precut" landlords and are looking for someone to do some
repairs. It's all carpentry stuff, pretty much, and maybe
some exterior trim painting.
Can anyone in the Tri-Cities point us in the direction
of someone, who's work they feel is worth recommending?
We thank you for your support.
jimbeaux ~ In lovely uptown Juanita where Mike Bradley ('56)
mowed his lawn today and I've got a shiney new dime
that says the weather won't be this good on the 4th
of July.
-Jim Hamilton ('63)
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>>From: Linda Reining ('64)
To: Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
Re: Bombers in the L.A. and surrounding area
Rick Maddy ('67) lives in Hungtington Beach; Bob
Grout ('68WB) lives in Anaheim (he is a fire captain at
Disneyland)---he and his wife, Michelle, have been to
Bakersfield for one of our luncheons; Lynn and Bill
Dunton (former Richland teachers) live in Fullerton---
there are lots of others---luncheons have been held in the
San Diego area---watch the Sandstorm, they always put the
dates and times---you can attend both places---we are
still waiting for you to come this direction.
Re: Critters
All this talk of skunks, coyotes, and other critters
reminds me of when we lived in Santa Ana and our
experience with a squirrel AND a possum! We had gone
camping in the Hemet area, came home, unpacked the truck,
and a squirrel and a possum ran out--not exactly sure
where they had been, but after I screamed and jumped about
10 feet, the squirrel immediately ran away, but that
possum hung around in our back yard for a few days---he
would disappear during the day, but at night, we could see
his "beady" eyes and knew he was sitting on the block wall
fence--we could also hear all the dogs howling and the
neighbors yelling as he ran back and forth across the top
of the block wall fences between the yards---not too sure
what happened to him, but he was gone after about 3-4 days.
-Linda Reining ('64) ~ Bakersfield, CA
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>>From: Patty de la Bretonne ('65)
Why do these school pics from the '50s all look alike?
Honestly when I saw the 1958 2nd grade Jason Lee one I was
sure a mistake had been made. It was almost identical to
my 1st or 2nd grade one. (class of '65) I even thought I
saw Connie Dame, George and Amy Tracy and a few others.
Wow.
-Patty de la Bretonne ('65)
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>>From: Mary Jane Smith Poynor ('70)
Greetings all from Alaska - With all the chat about
coyotes, robins, hummingbirds and other wild critters, I
couldn't resist sending a picture of one of our common
visitors during the Fall and Winter months. The picture
was taken on the last weekend of March from my back deck
into the neighbor's yard!
-Mary Jane Smith Poynor ('70) ~ Where Spring has finally
arrived here in the 49th state, tulips and daffodils
are blooming and I finally got to mow the lawn!
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>>From: Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
To: Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54)
Re: Tobacco Taxes
Although I'm not opposed to taxing tobacco sales via
the internet, the search for every nook and cranny that
tobacco, alcohol, and lottery can be taxed is a fact of
living in Oregon. Until voters are willing to agree to a
sales tax as a stable source of revenue for the general
funded programs, legislators will continue to depend upon
the so-called "sin taxes" as a means to balance the budget
each biennium.
So, Bob/Mike you'll just have to keep outwitting
the state authorities on places with buying tobacco...
shouldn't be too hard!
-Lynn Noble Paden ('72) ~ Vienna, VA - our new second home
-- where the temp is predicted to reach over 90° with
the humidity matching, but heading back to the cooler
Portland, OR on Monday!!
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>>From: Brad Upton ('74)
Re: Mike Davis ('74)
My friend, Mike Davis, tells me that he isn't planning
on going to our 30th reunion in June. I know how much of a
sacrifice it would be to drive down Birch to Lee, make a
right, and drive to the bottom of the hill. Sure, people
are coming in from all over the country to see their old
friends, but Mike will be parked in the La-Z-Boy two miles
away. Is it the $40, Mike? You've had 30 years to save
$40.... that's $1.33 a year. Do we need to start a "Let's
Send Mike to His Reunion" fund? I want to know what you
Bombers think of a guy that lives in Richland and doesn't
want to attend the reunion.
-Brad Upton ('74) has already sent in his paperwork and check.
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/25/04
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10 Bombers sent stuff:
Betty Hiser ('49), Betty Bell ('51)
Mike Clowes ('54), Deanna Case ('55)
Donni Clark ('63), Gary Behymer ('64)
Brad Upton ('74), Maggie Gilstrap ('74)
Sheryl Romsos ('76), RaeLynne Abraham ('78)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Shelly Belcher Sansaver ('74)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
Re: McKeowns
I want to thank each and every one of you who took
the time to write to me about Jeanne and Tom McKeown
(including Jim - one of their three sons). I received 15
replies. I knew the Bombers knew everything. Jeanne was
one of my favorite people when I worked for UNC (United
Nuclear Corporation) here at Hanford. She was always so
helpful and went to bat for you if you were having a
problem at work. Nutty, funny, and wonderful.
Again thanks.
-Betty Hiser Gulley ('49) ~ from (the government) south
Richland - been gone for 3 days but today should
get up in the high 70s.
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>>From: Betty Bell Norton ('51)
To: Marilyn "Em" DeVine Dow ('52)
I was also at the Friday dance at the Community
Center, and was mostly working the kitchen--food and
drinks, but got in my share of dancing also. It is really
fun!! Wish more of you would turn out--the music is great,
and the listening is good even if you don't dance!
Murvelle Baker and Shirley (Fullenwider?) are usually
there also.
We will also be having the same Easy Swing Band on
Sunday, May 30th from 1:00 - 4:00 at the Center, and the
cost is still only $4--and the snacks are good. Hope to
see more of you there! And look me up--would love to see
you.
Saw Doris Gibson (46'?) yesterday at the Garden Tea and
Fashion Show--it was a nice event with more than 100 in
attendance.
-Betty Bell Norton ('51)
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>>From: Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54)
To: Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
It is one of the enduring facts of life in the Pacific
Northwest: Washington voters do not want a state income
tax and Oregon voters to not want a state sales tax.
I will say nothing about self-serve gas. It seems the
Portland merchants would loose too much revenue from
Washington buyers if the state had a sales tax. It would
not surprise me, however, if, in the next session, the
state legislature tried to tax coyotes, robins, hummingbirds
and moose, as these seem to be objects of enjoyment.
Bomber Cheers,
-Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54) ~ the rain is supposed
to go away for a couple of days here in Albany, OR
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>>From: Deanna Case Ackerman ('55)
Just a note to congratulate my little sister, Vicki
Case Wellenbrock ('69), who graduated from Washington
State University - Vancouver last Saturday, May 15! Her
B.A. is in Human Development, with a minor in Aging. She's
been working full-time and taking classes part-time for
the past 12 years. Even with some personal tragedies along
the way, she has persevered. The family is sooooo proud of
her! Way to go, Sis!
-Deanna Case Ackerman ('55)
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>>From: Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
To: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
Oh Boy, I wish I was there fishing with you at Moon
Lake! I will forever be grateful that Gary and I squeezed
in the time and made one last fishing trip with you and
Parris. We had so much fun and can you believe it's been 3
years already and that we were there on 9/ll? Seems unreal
now. Have fun my friend and someday we will go fishing
again!
To: Claudia Stoffel ('68)
I wish I could help you with the photo... I can't, but
I wanted to say my Jason Lee days meant a lot to me also
and I have such wonderful, fun memories. Someone said at
the last reunion that they were going to tear that school
down. Does anyone know if that is so? If it is where can
we find out if we can purchase any of the old desks etc.?
I would like to know if anyone has a picture of the
Christmas play from l955? I was Mary, Mark Reitan was
Joseph, etc. It was my only starring role and I sang 3
solos and my Mother never got a picture of me nor did I
get a class picture of it. I have a photo of the Christmas
play in 5th grade starring Sue Nussbaum ('63). If anyone
has a picture, I would love a copy.
Re: Richland Lutheran Church Lynn Peashka mentioned
Do I have great memories of time spent there. We
couldn't dance like the Catholic and Mormon kids (Although
we tried to persuade our Pastor to let us) but we had
great times anyway. I'll never forget the scavenger
hunts, the ice cream socials, the great parties for all
occasions, Halloween, Valentines, etc.
Remember the crazy pussycat game we played, meow,
meow? MEOW! It makes me laugh to think of if. The pot lucks
(with real home cooked piled high food), the banquets, the
plays and skits. Ray Stein ('64) had a pretty cute brother
also, David ('61). And what ever happened to Randy George,
Marv Carstens ('61), Ronnie Miller ('61), etc. Camp
retreats were a blast. Does anyone remember when about l5
of us piled on a toboggan at Satus Pass and went over a
cliff? Marv Carstens ended up in the hospital as we all
landed on him.
How about the time the bears came into the tents at
Camp Rich-Lu? Ha! The water skiing parties, LBI, the
weenie roasts down by the river... I could go on and on
but the most fun thing of all to me was the hay rides. I'm
talking about real horses, real hay wagons and real fresh
piled hay to snuggle in under the harvest, or summer moon
while the horses took us all the way out to the Horn along
the Yakima River. There we had a huge bonfire, and more
singing. I won't ever forget the lasting friendships and
memories I had there. Are there any others out there that
remember those times?
-Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
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>>From: Gary Behymer ('64)
Re: "Let's Send Mike Davis to His Reunion" Fund
...Dear Mr. Upton:
After viewing comments from both you and Mr. Mike
Davis [5/24 Sandstorm]... I have decided that a payment
of $1.98 would be an appropriate amount to pay into the
"Mike Davis Reunion Fund." Said monies have been mailed to:
Mike Davis [address deleted], Richland, WA 99252
Your humble servant from the Richland Class of 1964.
-Gary Behymer
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Re: Brad Upton's ('74) Request for Mike Davis ('74)...
Checks for $1.98 (Gong 'um Chuck!) may be sent to the
"Let's send Mike Davis ('74) to His Reunion Fund" located at:
Mike Davis
{deleted Mike's address for privacy. If you want it, email
Behymer at the address above. -Maren]
Please no cash...checks or money orders only!
Signed...
-The Unofficial Mike Davis Fan Club (Present members: two...)
-Gary Behymer ('64) ~ located in downtown Colfax, WA
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>>From: Brad Upton ('74)
To: Val Ghirardo ('71)
Re: Mike Davis ('74) Reunion Fund
Dear Val,
Could you please put a jar by your cash register in
the Spudnut Shop with Mike's picture on it? Maybe with a
little note that said Mike couldn't save $1.33 per year
for the past 30 years and his friends would like to see
him. Maybe the good souls of Richland can put in their
change and raise $40 to help "Send Mike Davis to His
Reunion" fund.
Gratefully yours,
-Brad Upton ('74)
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>>From: Maggie Gilstrap O'Hara ('74)
To9: Mike Davis ('74)
Mike,
Is this for real or is Brad picking on you again?
Not only am I coming all the way from Big Lake, Alaska
during my very busy RV rental and B&B season, I also
volunteered to do the memory book and the name tags. It
is true, I volunteered before I knew both Richland and
Hanford were combined but in true Bomber fashion I stood
tall.
Now......with all this said I hope my little guilt
trip helped you change your mind. Not? Maybe this will....
in true womanhood (my friends call me a "Bush Bitch"...
terms of endearment really... and is stronger than
Bomberhood... sorry guys) I will then ask Brad to write
your memories and send pictures if he likes. I have a
couple things I can add as well.
-Maggie Gilstrap O'Hara ('74)
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>>From: Sheryl Romsos Senyk ('76)
On behalf of the Class of '76, and fellow alumni,
Karen Davis ('76), I would like to contribute one year's
worth of savings in the amount of $1.33 to the "Send Mike
Davis to His Reunion" fund.
Please let me know where to send the check.
Thank you,
-Sheryl Romsos Senyk ('76)
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>>From: RaeLynne Abraham: ('78)
To: Lynn-Marie Hatcher ('68)
Lynn,
Hi, every time I see you name I think to myself...
could this be Lynn Hatcher that babysat us and our family
friend? Do you remember my Dad, Ray Abraham, and Mom, Roberta?
We went to church together at Richland Lutheran.
I remember you! I thought you were pretty neat. I am
RaeLynne they called me "Lynnie" the third Abraham "kid".
It is good to see your name here. My folks still live in
Richland, my sister, Lesley ('76) is in Kennewick, Jeff is
with Homeland Security in Maryland, Chris is in Okanogan, WA,
and I am in sunny San Diego.
I hope you and your family are well. God Bless,
-RaeLynne Abraham: ('78)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/26/04
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11 Bombers sent stuff:
Dick McCoy ('45), Betty Hiser ('49)
George Swan ('59), Helen Cross ('62)
Marilyn Swan ('63), Mary Ann Vosse ('63)
Linda Reining ('64), Lynn-Marie Hatcher ('68)
Lynn Noble ('72), Mary Anne Lauby ('73)
Mike Davis ('74)
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TODAY: Girls of '63 & '64 Lunch
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Millie Finch Gregg ('54)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Cecilia Bennett McCartney ('65)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
Click the event you want to know more about.
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>>From: Dick McCoy ('45)
Re: Dana
To: All my Sandstorm friends
It has been a very tough day here in the Stanwwod/
Camano school District. A wonderful honors student was
murdered by her ex-boy friend in a murder/suicide act.
I didn't know her so how does that affect me?
Tonight I should have been in the Hi School auditorium
as MC to the Scholarship program. I have been doing that
for ten years now, and I really enjoy seeing the young
people receive their well-earned scholarships, and the
earnest donors handing them out.
Dana would have been there too, dressed to the nines,
and picking up several scholarships. She would have been
full of joy and anticipation for the future. I didn't know
her personally, but I know exactly how she would have
looked, and acted. All ended by a gun.
Stanwood Hi is about the same size as Richland, 4A to
you sports fans.
The event is postponed, and, I hope, not cancelled. The
student body is devastated,and the kids need the occasion.
And so do I.
-Dick McCoy ('45) -- A Bomber in Spartan country
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>>From: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
To: Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
They are not going to tear Jason Lee down - the
Richland School Board has obtained enough money to remodel
both Jason Lee and Col Hi (Richland). Don't know when the
remodeling will start or what period of time the
remodeling will take.
My daughter, Pam, used to work at Jason Lee as a
playground supervisor during her lunch period when she
was a senior at Col Hi.
The reason I always write (government) south Richland
is because when the Lewis and Clark School was rebuilt I
attended the opening ceremony - the gentlemen who gave
the speech said: "Well, this school will never have to be
enlarged - you have the Downtown on one side, Yakima River
on the other side, and the Columbia River in front of us.
No need to build a bigger school. This school will remain
as it is now." This was before Meadow Springs, etc. Who
knew?
-Betty Hiser Gulley ('49) ~ from (government) south
Richland where the temperature will hit about
81 today with sunshine.
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>>From: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
To: Mike Davis ('74)
Between you and me Mike, looks like if you play it
right they'll pay for your Reunion expenses so drag your
feet, Man.
However, I spent just enough time in The Big A
to know about BBs (Beautiful but meaner than a whole bunch
uh big Brown Bears especially when they have Irish names -
- No, not the Bears, the BBs), so if you see Maggie
Gilstrap O'Hara ('74) on the horizon, don't take any
chances. Anti-up the rest and Go! But, I won't tell
anybody else -- secret's safe with me.
-George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
Psssst, Maggie, just kiddin' -- If you get mad, it
was Mike's idea all along!
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>>From: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Re: Cancer Surgery
I had my lumpectomy a week ago today, and I got my
pathology report that all was clear and negative on last
Thursday. I jumped on a plane the next day and headed for
a 2 day seminar for women by the sea as in Cape Cod. It
was an inspiring weekend with 30 other women from across
the US who want to keep looking for new opportunities in
their lives.
I continue to receive such wonderful encouraging notes
and cards for this next stage in my Cancer treatment, that
of radiation. I want to thank each of you who has taken
the time to offer me this support. It has really helped me
to stay positive through this ordeal, though I know I am
blessed in that my ordeal was/is much less than others
have had to endure. I plan to become a volunteer to try to
help offer such support to others who may need it along
the way.
Bombers are wonderful. I feel so lucky to be a part of
our big Bomber family!!
Re: Back yard visitors
The moose picture is priceless.
Re: Those who go to Reunions and those who live in the area and don't.
I've never really understood why someone wouldn't want
to go to their reunion. Maybe some of us are joiners, and
some of us aren't?? I actually can think of some possible
other reasons, but let me end with the thought that you
can always be sorry you went, but you can never make it up
if you are sorry you missed a reunion, as that one will
never return again. Just try to make the next one. I've
never missed one, and hope to never have to miss one.
-Helen Cross Kirk ('62) ~ West Harrison, Indiana - where
next week we'll have a small celebration by the
little lake, as my husband will have completed
his first year of seminary, and my youngest son
will have completed another year of college at
Purdue, and will be closer to graduating some year??
PSS: The cicadas are here, some places the buzz is
so loud you can hardly hear yourself and they are
everywhere outside. Fortunately, they aren't so
had by the little lake.
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>>From: Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
To: BJ Davis (Bomber Mom)
Yes, George Swan ('59) is my much older brother. He
has turned into a great friend also. We have had many
upsets in our family in the last couple of years, and
through it all we have become much closer.
I have enjoyed your family chronicles the past couple
of years, also. Sometimes Upton really likes to raze Mike,
but he just gets him right back! Upton may end up getting
more money than he needs to get Mike to his reunion. Maybe
they could take you, too.
-Marilyn Swan Beddo ('63)
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>>From: Mary Ann Vosse Hirst ('63)
Re: Lions and Tigers and Bears, Oh My!
I know this subject is probably finished, but I had to
put in my two cents regarding wildlife in the neighborhood.
Granted we are in a pretty rural area, being out on the
Long Beach Peninsula on the Washington Coast, but we have
an abundance of wildlife here - coyotes of course, but
raccoons, possums, deer, otter, and just this morning in
our back yard a black bear who came charging out of the
woods, was startled to see Paul ('63) standing there and
charged back in the quickest about face I've ever seen.
Boy, they're quick! There have been reports of cougars
here, but we've never seen them. We never tire at coming
across a surprise while walking or driving in our area. We
come upon deer in the dunes and they routinely graze at
the road's edge, and we've seen in our back yard (which is
a clearing cut out of woods and at the bottom of a steeply
sloped ridge) a coyote taking a nap, a doe and two small
fawns napping, two yearling deer playing and jumping
around, a blue heron flying by at eye level ten feet away
from us on our third floor deck, and now we can add a
bear! And of course the number and types of birds is
amazing. Sandpipers and Dunlins on the beach, Terns,
Brown Pelicans, Cormorants, and I'm even being able to
distinguish different types of seagulls. Canada geese by
the hundreds, Brants, Mallards, Mergansers, Buffleheads,
Bald Eagles, and we daily hear and see cock pheasants. I'm
starting to take casual bird watching more seriously, so I
now have a Willapa National Wildlife Refuge and Columbia
River Estuary bird checklist along with Sibley's Guide to
Birds, and have checked off an amazing number on the list
so far. It's amazing to us since the only wildlife we've
been exposed to over the years of living in more urban
areas has been limited to the occasional raccoon, possum
squashed on the road and hearing coyotes now and again. We
love it!
-Mary Ann Vosse Hirst ('63) ~ At the beach in sunny
Surfside just west of Oysterville
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>>From: Linda Reining ('64)
To: Donni Clark Dunphy ('63)
Re: Richland Lutheran Church/memories
I remember going to Camp Rich-Lu... I also remember
when they had the contest to choose the name for the camp.
I had lots of fun times and met lots of kids from other
Lutheran Churches who attended the same time as I did. We
always had a king and queen of the camp who were chosen by
all camp members. One year, Tracy Rupp ('64) was the king
and I think Vernona? Chappelle ('64) was queen... anyway,
I think that was her name... I can "see her", but am not
too sure of the name... memory loss is horrible at this
stage of the game!!!! :( We had lots of wiener roasts
around the campfire and on the last night, we would hold a
"kangaroo court" and mete out punishments for infractions:
not making your bed; taking too long to shower; eating too
fast or too slow; and other "fun" crimes... lots of fun!
I went to camp in junior high... great memories. Pastor
Reitan was the pastor when I attended Richland Lutheran...
his house was across the street from the church. I also
remember the potluck suppers every Sunday at 5... wasn't
it called, "Fellowship"? I remember lots and lots of Jello
salads, potato salad, and of course, fried chicken.
I also remember the hay rides through town... cramped
like sardines, but we didn't care... we were singing at
the top of our lungs and having a great time! Remember the
hot cocoa with mini marshmallows afterwards?
Thanks for the trip down memory lane.
-Linda Reining ('64) ~ we are having cool and windy days
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>>From: Lynn-Marie Hatcher Peashka ('68)
To: RaeLynne Abraham ('78)
Greetings! Indeed, I am that very same "Lynn Hatcher"
who babysat you guys, starting before Chris was even born!
(Until 1997, I didn't use my whole first name -- Lynn-
Marie -- so most people from back from the days in
Richland remember me as "Lynn", like you do. Except for
those who still call me "Lynnie", too!
I remember you guys so well. My first big financial
transaction in life was when I sold my tricycle to your
parents for Lesley (I think). $2.00, as I recall. Once
they determined I was an honest salesperson, your folks
starting having me down to baby-sit you guys. You were
living in the "B" house at 503 Cullum. When I was born
(and until I was 6), we lived in the other side, at 501
Cullum. Then we made the big move north 6 houses to the
"F" house at 515 Cullum, where we lived till Momma died
when I was 18.
Do you know the story of how you guys came to be a
part of Richland Lutheran -- an ACTIVE part, with your
parents being sponsors for the high school Luther League,
etc? One time I couldn't baby-sit because of a church
commitment. Your parents asked me about which church we
attended, what we believed, etc. I told them all I could
(I was about 13). Then they wanted to know more. So my
parents came down to visit with them, and invite them to
join us. They did -- and not long after that you guys were
all joined up and "Lutheranized" ;-)
So glad to read that your memories of me are good ones
-- as are mine of you all. I especially loved your Dad,
and was sorry when he went through some streaks of bad
health a while back. Hope all of your family is well and
happy now.
Please pass my greetings and blessings on to all.
Thanks for writing -- and you can write to me directly
by e-mail if you wish. Would love to have more detail on
the Abraham goings-on since everyone is grown up now!
-Lynn-Marie Hatcher Peashka ('68)
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>>From: Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
To: Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54)
To the Oregon Legislature, nothing is sacred -- except
for some of their pork barrel projects. And, with the
recent articles in the Oregonian about the Oregon Wildlife
Commission and the appointment of another one of Ted's
cronies as commissioner --(we'll watch for the "Goldsmith
syndrome" in this one too!) many should heed your
prophetic warnings.
-Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
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>>From: Mary Anne Lauby ('73)
Re: Email name hijacking
To: Stu Osborn ('71)
How does someone hijack an email address? We own the
domain graydog.org and so control the email addresses.
Lately, I've been getting virus-infected email addressed
to me at my graydog address, and the email is from
"jessica@graydog.org" or "sara@graydog.org." Needless to
say, we have never made any mailboxes with these names.
How can someone do that? How do we protect the graydog.org
domain? If I've made myself clear as mud, please contact me directly.
Thanks for your help.
-Mary Anne Lauby ('73)
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>>From: Mike Davis ('74)
Re: Reunion
No can do! The 17th Annual Coyote Diarrhea Exhibit
happens to be in Burbank, WA. that same weekend. Wouldn't
miss it for the world! Sorry, Brad! You are on your own!
Donors may want to contribute that "Send Mike Davis to
his Reunion" money to Brad! Hair plugs are expensive!
-Mike Davis ('74)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/27/04
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10 Bombers sent stuff:
Char Dossett ('51), Mike Clowes ('54)
Burt Pierard ('59), George Swan ('59)
Earl Bennett ('63), Deedee Willox ('64)
Pam Ehinger ('67), Jerry Lewis ('73)
Mary Anne Lauby ('73), Brad Upton ('74)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Jim Boyd ('55)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Char Dossett Holden ('51)
To: Dick McCoy ('45)
I have had Dana on my mind since I heard of the
tragedy that took her young life. What a shame for this
to happen because of an unstable person.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us.
-Char Dossett Holden ('51)
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>>From: Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54)
To: Millie Finch Gregg ('54)
Hope I'm not in too much trouble for not looking at
the calendar more closely. I done went and forgot your
birthday. Please accept my apologies, and have a very
happy birthday.
To: Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
Needless to say, the Oregon State Legislature is
somewhat of a joke. More concerned with things they have
no control over than trying to settle budgetary problems.
Of course, as one State Senator put it: "Don't elect any
Democrats to the Senate so that we Republicans can pass a
budget bill." Wonder what party he was from? Keep this up
and we'll have to meet in the Sandbox.
Bomber Cheers,
-Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54) ~ the rain have returned to the Valley
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>>From: Burt Pierard ('59)
To: Brad Upton ('74) & Gary Behymer ('64)
Re: The "Send Mike To His Reunion Fund"
What a terrific idea for a way that we in the Bomber
Family can express our love and assistance to one of our
own. Usually, we have had to resort to prayers & "Well
Wishes" but this program requires a real commitment,
namely hard cash in the amount of $1.33 per person. I
suggest that you establish a thermometer (similar to a
United Way campaign) on the Alumni Website to visually
show the progress toward our goal.
As I was sitting here writing out my check, I got to
thinking about how I would have raised the money as a kid
(back before Mike was even born). I would probably have
taken my wagon around the block of Thayer-Rochefontaine-
McPherson-Roberdeau and asked my neighbors to contribute
bottles that I could return for the deposit refund at
Randall & Doyle's Groceteria (corner of Williams &
Thayer). I would have received 1 cent per stubby beer
bottle, 3 cents per pop bottle, and 5 cents for the
coveted quart beer bottles. I'm sure I would have made
the $1.33 in just one pass around the block.
In this day & age, I have a few suggestions how you
people in Bomberland can raise your $1.33:
1. Buy 1/2 of a Latte', instead of a Grande;
2. Buy a single Quarter pounder w/cheese, instead of a double; or
3. Buy 3/4 of a dozen of Spudnuts, instead of a full
dozen (on 2nd thought, forget this suggestion - Spudnuts
are more important than Mike making his Reunion).
Bomber Cheers,
-Burt Pierard ('59) ~ temporarily "Double-dipping" in Diablo, WA
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>>From: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
To: Mike Davis ('74)
Pssst! Mike, that one won't work either. The Fish and
Wildlife folks have been putting out Kaopectate pills that
they imported from Tiajuana so the Exhibit was canceled.
Sorry man. Oh, and sorry if I inadvertently sicked Maggie
Gilstrap O'Hara ('74) further onto you. But, I won't tell
or email anybody else about this.
-George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
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>>From: Earl C. Bennett, III (Gold Medal Class of '63)
RaeLynne and Donni:
I, too have inspiring and lasting memories of growing
up at Richland Lutheran Church. The pot lucks could rival
any at the Baptist churches my wife and I have attended,
and the youth activities were always great - yes, the
hay rides were among the best. I count my salvation from
a retreat at Camp RichLu when I was 14 - Jesus became
real to me that weekend, and my faith changed from head
knowledge to heart bonding. Erv and Lavonne Johnson were
very important to me, and I still correspond with them
from time to time.
RaeLynne, I barely remember you, since y'all didn't
move into the Petersen's house until I was out of high
school and away most of the time.
I do remember developing a close bond with Ray the few
times we met because of my understanding of the culture in
his ancestry, and I know your folks become close friends
of my folks.
Donni, I've been thinking about you, and have and will
pray for your strength as you care for your parents. My
sister, Sally ('71), and her husband Steve are helping
care for his mother, though not at their home, and she
has only a few months to live. You may know my Mom is at
Alterra-Wynwood assisted care apartments, and barring
unforeseen problems she should be with us for a long time
yet, she just cannot be on her own anymore. She will
probably find a way to get over to the Seattle area soon
to see her new great-granddaughter, Allison Corinne
Erlandson, born two days ago, daughter of Kellie Meek
Erlandson ('93) and granddaughter of Sue Bennett Meek
('68). Sorry, I wasn't at Jason Lee until '56 so I
wouldn't have those pictures. I had a great chat with Dave
Stein ('61) - they lived just down Potter from us - during
their 40th reunion, just before joining several of Mrs.
Harmon's students from that class and singing the Russian
folk songs she taught us. You probably know Mark Reitan
('63) followed in his fathers footsteps - last time I saw
him, around ten years ago or so, he was pastoring a
congregation in Tucson and had been there for a quite a
while by then. And of course you and I saw Sue Nussbaum
('63) at our 40th reunion last year - from emails we've
exchanged over the last couple of years, it sounds like
she is very active in her Lutheran church somewhere in
Idaho, Boise, I think. Of the three guys you asked about,
there is a vague memory from Alumni Sandstorms a
couple of years ago about something happening to Randy
(did he graduate from Col Hi?), and I believe Ronnie
Miller ('61) became a doctor. Actually, I probably should
have checked the Bomber Alumni pages to see what it says
there before guessing, but the storm that just passed
through knocked down about 60+ feet of a double-trunk
yellow poplar (same tree lost 20 feet off the top of the
other trunk two weeks ago), and other assorted large
branches came down, too, so I won't have spare time for
browsing for a while - I still haven't finished with the
three huge (80 to 92 feet each) red oaks that came down
with hurricane Isabel last Fall. God bless you.
Regards, ecb3, from unseasonably warm Reva, VA, where the
thunder/hail/rain storm has left us with a pleasant
spring/early summer evening.
-Earl Bennett ('63)
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>>From: Deedee Willox Loiseau ('64)
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62)
Re: Those who go to Reunions and those who live in the area and don't.
Your comment: "I've never really understood why
someone wouldn't want to go to their reunion."
I understand why some don't go. For some of us
the memories of growing up in Richland and the school
experiences are very painful. At one point, I couldn't
even drive into Richland without feeling like my gut was
on fire.
Fortunately, I have had so much emotional and
spiritual healing that I no longer feel that way. I went
to my first class reunion in '99; it was my 35th, and I
had never gone before.
This year is my 40th and I am already signed up. Not
only am I going, but I am working on the committee, on the
memory book yet! God is good!
I'm sure there are others out there who have felt this
way and have not yet had that healing. I spoke with a lady
yesterday who fits in that category. For those people, a
reunion is a painful trip down memory lane that they would
rather not take. I hope everyone finds the healing I have
found!
-Deedee Willox Loiseau ('64) ~ Burbank, WA
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>>From: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
Re: Critters in the yard!
Well can anybody help me!! I've got moles or gophers
or something in my yard this year! There are mounds of
dirt popping up all over the place!
I've tried drowning them by putting the water hose
down the hole, when I can find the little bugger through
all that dirt!! So I would love to hear from some who's
in the know on how to get them gone!!
Bombers Rule
-Pam Ehinger Nassen (The Blue Ribbon Class of '67)
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>>From: Jerry Lewis ('73)
Re: Mary Anne Lauby's ('73) getting e-mail that appears to
be coming from her domain graydog.org
It is simple to fake or forge the "from" address.
Virtually all spam uses forged from addresses, and virus
or worm programs troll address books and randomly use
email addresses. It's possible they create new, bogus
addresses using domain names found (as may be the case
here).
Anyway, there's nothing much you can do about it,
other than delete them, or set a filter or rule to delete
messages that come from non-legitimate addresses in your
domain.
-Jerry Lewis ('73)
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>>From: Mary Anne Lauby ('73)
Thanks to all those who responded (off line) to my
inquiry about hijacked email addresses. Sounds like there
isn't anything to be done about it. My Norton AntiVirus
(which I've used faithfully for years!) does catch the
infected emails. I guess I'll just put up with the
frustration of seeing "graydog" on spam. :(
And while I'm at it, I'll put in a plug for what's out
on graydog.org - if you haven't already, check out a
fellow Bomber's glass art (dear hubby, Jim Yount '61).
-Mary Anne Lauby ('73)
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>>From: Brad Upton ('74)
To: Mike Davis ('74)
Mike,
You seem to forget that I will be entertaining at our
reunion. Since I'll be standing in front of everyone with
a microphone in my hand, I will tell all of our classmates
that after years of inner turmoil about 'who is the "real"
Mike Davis,' you went ahead with the sex-change operation
and now go by the name of Michelle Davis. Of course, if
you attend, I won't be able to do that. It's your call.
-Brad Upton ('74)
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12 Bombers sent stuff:
Betty Bell ('51), Carole Clark ('54)
Mike Clowes ('54), George Swan ('59)
John Worrell ('59), Larry Mattingly ('60)
Frank Whiteside ('63), Linda Reining ('64)
Pam Pyle ('69), Linda Smith ('72)
Kerry A. Steichen ('74), Mike Davis ('74)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Mike Clowes ('54)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Twins: Bob & Roberta Grout
('66WB)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
Click the event you want to know more about.
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>>From: Betty Bell Norton ('51)
Just a reminder about the Fifth Sunday Dance at the
Richland Community Center on Sunday May 30th from 1:00
-4:00. This is sponsored by the Richland Seniors
Association (RSA)---BUT IS NOT FOR ONLY SENIORS-
-THESE DANCES ARE FOR ALL AGES.
When the Center was built, the theme was to be "A
Place For All Ages"--however, the powers-that-be have
not allowed that theme to be placed in the building. It
is strictly a Community Center. The RSA, though, is
trying to get more young people involved there--and one
of the ways is through the dances. We would love to get
lots of younger people to come out and dance--the Easy
Swing Band plays a large variety of musical numbers, so
you should find something that suits you. Come and show
us how you dance! Sunday, May 30th from 1:00-4:00,
tickets are only $4 at the door, and refreshments will
be served.
Hope to see you there!
-Betty Bell Norton ('51)
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>>From: Carole Clark Oien ('54)
Re: Deedee Willox Loiseau's ('64) 5/27/04 entry
Deedee,
You expressed quite eloquently how I feel about
reunions. Unlike you, I have attended every ten year
reunion and am planning to go this September to the 50
year reunion. But each time it has brought back painful
memories of being an outsider and being the painfully
shy person I was in my teens. I am no longer that
person but I regress and feel that way inside when I am
at the reunion. I'm not sure why I subject myself to
those feelings every ten years. I suppose it is that I
hope that THIS time I will overcome the feelings and
just enjoy talking to people and feeling a part of the
group. But I don't very much. I still have a small
group of friends from 50 plus years ago which I have
kept track of and feel very welcomed by them and I'm
sure they are the reason I do attend the reunions.
Maybe this September will be different and I can just
enjoy talking and visiting with people I knew a long
time ago and sharing experiences growing up in
Richland. It wasn't as perfect as so many of the
reminisces in the Sandstorm make it. But it was good.
-Carole Clark Oien ('54) ~ in sunny Sun City West, AZ
where it is the low 70's right now on our patio
but will be mid 90's this afternoon
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>>From: Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54)
To: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
For best results on ridding your lawn of gophers,
most "experts" recommend a surgical nuclear strike of
about 10KT. Others recommend renting the movie "Caddy
Shack" and take lessons from Bill Murray. There are
various gadgets and nefarious substances on the market,
some of which partially work to rid your yard of these
critters. You could also import coyotes or bunnies; one
of them are gophers natural enemies.
Bomber Cheers,
-Bob Carlson, aka Mike Clowes ('54) ~ and not a Golden Gopher...
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>>From: George Swan ('59)
To: Deedee Willox Loiseau ('64)
Well said, Deedee, Well said.
-George Swan ('59)
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>>From: John Worrell ('59)
To: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
I was told by someone years ago that if you mess
up the gophers mound that they will appear within 20
minutes to straighten it up.
Believing this, I got my .45 automatic pistol,
went out into my orchard and stomped on a couple of
mounds. After an hour or so I went and got a chair
to sit on. After another hour or more I went and got
a flashlight. After a while longer I figured that I had
been sent on a snipe hunt. The next techniques that I
employed involved gopher bombs (available at farm
supply stores), black powder, gasoline and propane, in
various combinations, ignited by either cannon fuse or
model rocket igniters. All the methods I tried seem to
discourage the varmints for a while... but they always
came back! I finally settled on using a Victor model
0610 gopher trap.
There is a technique to using these but once you
master the technique you are blessed with an
irrefutable and, for me, a satisfying body count. I
always put the critter back in the hole and bury him
(or her) to serve as an example to the others.
Watch your fingers while handling the trap... and
good hunting!!!
-John Worrell ('59) ~ Going on 42 years at the Lazy H
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>>From: Larry Mattingly ('60)
Re: Moles in the yard
To: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
Sounds like you have moles. Very common in W
Washington. While it is illegal to trap them in this
state, you can still buy traps at many gardening
centers. You have to figure out which is the main run
and set the trap down in that run. Or, there is Castor
Oil! Don't laugh, I got this from Ed Hume and use it
with great success. (No they don't doo doo themselves
to death). I can never remember Ed's exact formula but
here is what I use.
4oz bottle of Castor oil, 4 Tbs of liquid dish soap
in 1 cup of COLD water in a blender and MIX WELL.
Use 1 1/2 Tbs of this mixture in a gallon of warm
water. Pour about 1 1/2 pints down each of their holes
and they leave. Don't know why. There is a lot of
speculation... but they do leave. I have used this for
several years and it has not failed me yet. I have had
to double dose the little buggers a time or two but
they do leave. Be advised, you can get some really
strange looks when you show up at the check stand with
4-5 bottles of Castor Oil.
By the way moles are carnivores and eat grubs,
worms, and other insects in the soil. I have great worm
populations in my gardens and they love it. A few weeks
ago I planted over 300 glad bulbs in one 40 foot strip
along the back fence. I spent countless hours with pick
and shovel digging up and screening the hard, grubby,
dirt and clay mix. I added lime, sand, steer manure,
and lots of peat and other organics. It was a wonderful
loose, rich, mix. 2 days later a mole went through the
entire length, and back, displacing over 100 bulbs
pushing several to the surface. I spotted the problem
when I saw a squirrel eating the bulbs. I dispensed a
couple of gallons of the elixir and have not seen the
mole since. But I did notice some new hills of dirt in
my neighbor's yard....
It is interesting reading about all the wildlife.
Here at our 30 acre facility we have several deer with
at least 3 fawns this spring, rabbits, chipmunks,
squirrels, coyotes, large hawks and a pair of bald
eagles. Not sure where the eagles nest is but we
frequently see them circling overhead. A couple of days
ago I was outside in the warm sun sitting at a table
chaining some shells together for the Coulee Dam show
this weekend. I sensed the presence of something on my
blind side and turned around to find a deer less then
arm's length away, looking over my shoulder. Her fawn
was in the edge of the brush less then 20 feet away.
She grazed around me for probably 20 minutes and then
they moved on.
Re: Fireworks notice - 2 Shows...
Grand Coulee Dam Sunday May 30. This is for the
Laser light Festival and will be a bit different again
this year. (You don't want to go all that way for the
same old thing). This is a small town area, but they
put on a nice festival and the laser show is the best I
have seen anywhere, with the fireworks immediately
afterwards from the top of the dam. Only problem is a
shortage of motel rooms. So I will roll out the blanket
in the back of the wagon. After a 20 hour day I am
usually too tired to care anyway.
And, At Shelton, WA Saturday, June 5th at the
school grounds next to Wal-Mart. It will be a very nice
large display with nearly 1000 items. Shelton has not
had a display in some 20 years. This is for the annual
Forrest Festival. This one will be worth seeing.
"Happiness is the sky in bloom"
-Larry Mattingly ('60)
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>>From: Frank Whiteside ('63)
Re: catching gophers
To: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
My brother and I were experts at catching gophers in
the '50s. We probably caught hundreds of them. In fact,
I still have a note from about 1957 reminding me to
change my clothes and go to the store and get some of
those thin wooden crates with lids on them to hold the
gophers when we caught them. You are lucky to have a
hose nearby. We had to drag a big milk can and get water
where ever we could. We would pour water down the holes
after putting a metal cage over the hole (door opening
down) and the gopher would scamper into the cage. We
would then transfer them to the wooden crate with a lid
as a "holding cell".
After we caught a bunch, we would take them home
and keep them as pets. You obviously don't want them as
pets, so maybe you could transport them in your car
trunk far out in the country. Other than that, you may
have to contact a pest control place or call your local
animal control agency for advice since you apparently
don't want to poison them (or do you?) yourself. I'd
come over and help you drown some out but don't think
we live that near to each other!!
-Frank Whiteside ('63)
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>>From: Linda Reining ('64)
To: Helen Cross Kirk ('62) & DeeDee Willox Loiseau ('64)
Re: Those who live in the area and don't attend reunions
DeeDee,
I agree whole-heartedly with you---the only reunion
I have attended was our 35th in '99, and I, too, was
apprehensive about going. I had fun in high school and
good friends who were there to support me, but it wasn't
always "fun and games" being who I was, so I know all
about the burning in the gut and the feelings of anxiety
of seeing classmates from a time when we were younger,
more concerned with appearances, more concerned with
being part of the "in crowd" not "the wall flowers", and
not quite so sensitive to others. BUT, I had a good time
at the 35th and am looking forward to the 40th! From the
things I have read and heard, it should prove to be a
BLAST! I really think the reunion committee is doing one
hell of a job!
To: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
Re: Getting rid of moles, gophers or whatever is
making dirt mounds:
We used to put a lighted flare down the holes and
it seemed to do the trick. I guess they don't like the
sulphur smell and it stays in the hole a long time, so
if the smoke and blast don't kill them, the smell keeps
them away! We tried flooding their holes, too, but they
just dug other ones! We also bought stuff from a feed
store, but found the flares worked just as well, and
they were cheaper, too. Hope this helps.
-Linda Reining ('64) ~ Bakersfield, CA - kids will soon
be out of school and then the roads will be overrun
with teenagers who got cars for their graduation
gift! It's amazing how many grads get BRAND-NEW
cars and not cheap ones, either! It makes ya wonder
what these parents do or drive! It's not unusual to
see: BMWs; BIG trucks; Mustangs; VW convertibles;
PT Cruisers; and the smaller SUVs being driven
around town with teenagers behind the wheel, with
their tassels hanging from the rear view window.
where are the days when grads got "old" cars for
graduation????? I got a '55 Chevy Bel-Air that my
dad co-signed for, AND I had to make the payments
on, as my graduation present! Wish I still had that
car!!!!!
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>>From: Pam Pyle Jewett-Bullock ('69)
To: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
Re: Moles, Voles...
Well, Pam, I can certainly relate to your grief with
little underground marauders in your lawn and garden!
Here in Stafford, VA, this year has produced an apparent
"bumper crop" of the destructive little monsters. Having
done some research on the subject, I have discovered
that what I've got here is NOT a mole, but the common
'Pine Vole'. There are basically two vole varieties. The
'Pine Vole' (which some also commonly refer to as the
"field mouse", even though it is NOT a mouse), is about
4-6" long, has soft brown hair, and a very short tail of
about an inch or so long. It in fact looks like a mouse
with a docked tail. The 'Norwegian Meadow Vole' is the
larger variety. It looks quite similar, but is a bit
larger and can be distinguished by a longer tail of
about 3" (looks like a large mouse with HALF its tail
cut off). Both are herbivores = BIG trouble in the
garden! They live on root systems... bulbs (except
daffodils), perennials, shrubs, trees, and especially,
new young plants. Here at our place, they have eaten
the roots of--thereby destroying--roses, Japanese holly,
hyacinths, juniper shrubs... AND they have caused
major disruption to the track bed for our garden model
railroad, by tunneling through the "ballast" (very
finely crushed granite) under the tracks.
It's important to know whether you've got moles or
voles, because the mole is NOT an herbivore. It eats
bugs, especially grub worms. Here, if we get rid of the
grubs, we get rid of the moles. Unfortunately, that
doesn't do a thing toward ridding us of the voles,
however. We could, of course, Diazinon the entire lawn
and garden. That would definitely kill them. It would
also kill off EVERYTHING else, including the earthworms
we've worked so hard to encourage here for over 14
years. Diazinon is also extremely toxic and deadly to
birds, dogs, cats... you get the picture. I've also
talked with our exterminators and local landscape
specialists. They say entire lawns can be "gassed", but
the voles will subsequently return. According to my
research, I'm basically stuck with the little creeps.
Per suggestions, we have baited with peanut butter a
series of eight common mouse traps... placed them right
near vole holes and UNDER large inverted flower pots. We
have exterminated several voles in a couple of weeks
with this method. Our wonderful kitties just LOVE to
catch and kill the beasts, and we of course encourage
that behavior. They have destroyed at least three this
year that we know of. This probably leaves us with a
remaining vole population of about 459... in other
words, we aren't very effective in our extermination
techniques. It has also been suggested that I might
be able to "deter" the little monsters with dried
blood/blood meal around my plants. Since this is a very
pure form of nitrogen fertilizer, I have put it in the
ground when planting this spring, and sprinkled rings
around my rose bushes. Honestly, I don't know if that's
working or not, except to say the plantings are still
alive and apparently well. But the damage which voles
do to roots often causes a slow plant death...
As for the other suggestions to "deter" or
"discourage" the vole population, I'm stuck there, too.
Since they actually live above ground, but under cover,
it is suggested that "cover" be eliminated... great.
That means cutting your grass waaaay too short for
this climate, and eliminating all the perennials and
low-growing landscape shrubbery.
If you have moles and grubs, get rid of the grubs.
Here, our grub worms are the larvae of the Japanese
Beetle (don't even get me started on these...). The best
way to rid a property of these grubs is to put down a
product call Milky Spore. It's a white powder which is
perfectly harmless to every other living thing but the
Japanese Beetle grub. For them, the spore is the cause
of a deadly intestinal disease. And, once the grubs
ingest the spores, they help to SPREAD the disease
throughout your property as they crawl around underground.
It takes about three years for the Milky Spore to really
eliminate the grubs from a property, but it then lasts
for many years.
Don't waste your time and money trying electronic
gadgets; been there, done that. And, based on our
results here, I'd swear the voles just LOVE those
electronic sounds! :-)
First, you've got to find out exactly which kind
of tunneling critter you've got, though. Your County
Extension Service may be a good place to start. And,
I'm sure local garden clubs may have "experts" you can
query, as well.
I wish you luck.
Bomber cheers,
-Pam Pyle Jewett-Bullock ('69)
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>>From: Linda Smith Davis ('72)
To: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
We had gophers destroy hundreds of dollars in a 70'
long rock garden. Drowning doesn't work. Tried traps.
One the cat brought into the dining room and ate the
gopher out of in the trap and just left the teeth and a
tuft of fur. Also, they may not die in the trap. If the
trap is not anchored well, the gopher may pull the trap
back into the burrow. If not dead, when you pull on the
trap, the most horrid hair raising scream will emanate
from them, then you have to kill it yourself with a
shovel - actually a trowel. My husband used the big
shovel the first time and we had gopher parts all over
the place. We had a gopher snake come on his own, but
he couldn't keep up with the rapid reproduction of the
gophers. And the neighbor's cat killed the snake. My dad
tipped me off that you must leave the gopher body in the
burrow to discourage others from moving in. I get rid of
all my gophers now with 'gopher bombs'. Dig down with a
trowel and find the tunnel beneath the mound. You should
find a hole on opposite sides. Light the bombs and stick
one in, lit end first, to each tunnel as far as you can
reach. Cover the mound back up with the dirt. The gas
kills them, even the babies, the bodies are left and
other gophers don't move into the burrow. If you have
many mounds, you don't need to excavate and bomb all
but every 2nd to third one. The mounds are in lines,
different lines are perpendicular to each other.
Happy hunting.
-Linda Smith Davis ('72)
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>>From: Kerry A. Steichen ('74)
Re: Class 74 Reunion Status
Hello Class of 74, and M. Davis
Registrations are continuing to come in. We have
about 120 for the Saturday dinner/show and about 40 for
Friday night's dinner cruise. Rob is signing up people
for the golf tournament and lunch as well. Classmates
are flying in from all along the west coast, as well
as Texas, North Carolina, and Virginia. We even have
someone coming from Australia. So I encourage the
Washington residents and locals to come down to the
reunion because your fellow classmates from far away
would love to see you.
We will be taking reservations up until the event,
but we really do need to have you get Memory Book
information to
Maggie Gilstrap O'Hara or Howard ickard to sign up.
-Kerry A. Steichen ('74) ~ Kent, WA
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>>From: Mike Davis ('74)
Idle threats, Upton!
Make the operation public knowledge.
I'm happy with myself!
(Except these dang thongs!)
-Mike Davis ('74)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/29/04
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10 Bombers sent stuff:
Betty Hiser ('49), Marguerite Groff ('54)
Patti Mathis ('60), Judy Willox ('61)
Mike Brady ('61), John Adkins ('62)
Gary Behymer ('64), Bob Grout ('66WB)
Pam Ehinger ('67), Vicki Owens ('72)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Jimmie Shipman ('51)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Dick Pierard ('52)
BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Sharon Sherwood ('58)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
Re: Carole Clark Oien ('54)
I went through Col Hi (6 years - that's another
story) totally deaf and with cleft palate speech. In
those days I was considered physically handicapped. I
knew what everyone in high school thought about me
because I took 3 years of lipreading (I still lipread).
My high school years were ---- because people made fun
of me telling me I was dumb, stupid, and ignorant - this
wasn't what I learned from reading lips but they told me
to my face.
About 8 years after graduation I started working on
our 10-year reunion and I thoroughly enjoyed it.
The people who live in this area rarely attend
reunions - maybe someone should do a survey to find out
why? I have asked several people who live here and never
attend any of the reunions, Club 40, and they say: "Well
I wasn't popular in school, people didn't like me, etc."
After 55 years who cares?
When I go to club meetings, reunions, etc., I always
ask for a hug - I have forgiven everyone who made fun of
me. I have had medical problems my entire life and in
the past 7 years have had 9 operations (they call them
procedures now). After I had cancer for the second time
I tell people that I have survived cancer twice and I
collect hugs. Try it - you'll like it. Leave the ulcers,
bad feelings, queasiness, hatred, etc., at home and come
to your reunion and ask people for hugs. It UNNERVES
most people.
To: Pam Pyle Jewett-Bullock ('69)
I am originally from Ohio and we had moles. We kids
thought it was fun to take a shovel and go up and down
the yard whamming those big lumps in the yard. Don't
think anyone ever got concerned that we had moles. I
lived through the Great Depression when most everyone
had gardens. Guess this was before the things you can
buy now to get rid of them. All I knew was that they
were butt U G L Y.
-Betty Hiser Gulley ('49) ~ from south (government)
Richland where it is cloudy and only supposed
to get about 73 today.
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>>From: Marguerite Groff Tompkins ('54)
Re: Richland Lutheran
I started going there in 5th grade. Milton Grimsrud
was the pastor when I started. What a wonderful man.
Other pastors during my years there, were Pastors
Peisker, and Reitan. Pastor Peisker's son, Gene, was in
the class of '54. He is an ordained minister (probably
retired by now). We had a large and active Luther League
and were fortunate to have some wonderful student
pastors over the years. Our summer camp in those days
was Luther Haven - near Coeur d'Alene. It was so
gorgeous there, with the beautiful lake, the chapel
overlooking the water - camp fires after dark, just the
perfect place to meet with God and give him your heart.
To: Earl Bennett ('63)
As far as I know, Mark Reitan is at a church in
Lynnwood, WA. He was the pastor that officiated at the
Memorial Service of my brother, Bill Groff ('61). He did
an outstanding job. I knew your mom well. She encouraged
my mom, Betty Groff, to move into Columbia Edgewater
(now Alterra). Your mom is very proud that she the very
first resident there. My mom died in 1995 and I haven't
seen your mom since. I'm glad to hear she is still doing
well.
-Marguerite Groff Tompkins ('54) ~ Richland - where the
weather varies from day to day.
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>>From: Patti Mathis Wheeler ('60)
Re: Reunion Attendance
To: Deedee Willox Loiseau ('64)
This is in regards to Deedee and her very accurate
reason why some people don't attend their high school
reunions. I have never left Richland, and yet have never
attended a reunion. I remember the good times of growing
up also, but when I got to high school the fun seemed to
come to an abrupt halt. The few close friends I made are
still close friends to this day. The reunions, to me,
are just another way of being left out of the loop. I
am glad Deedee is over her bitterness, I however am not.
-Patti Mathis Wheeler ('60)
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>>From: Judy Willox ('61)
To: All Bombers
Re: Basketball Tournament Souvenir Jerseys
Zorba Manolopoulos ('91), has let me know this
afternoon that the printer who is printing his jerseys,
has given us an extension until next week for the
printing. This means that those of you who missed the
deadline this week do have another chance to get your
order in.
Please let me know by Wednesday, June 2nd whether
you would like to have a souvenir jersey from the
basketball tournament. I will need to know your name,
class year, your complete address, the size(s) you need
and the quantity you want. The jerseys run $15.00 each
and are a souvenir only; not an admittance into the
tournament. You will need to send me an email at the
above address to let me know. Make check or money order
payable to: RHS Alumni Tournament and send to:
Zorba-RHS Alumni Tournament
1407 Sunset Street
Richland, WA 99352
Let's show Zorba as much support with this
basketball tournament as we are Mike Davis ('74) with
his reunion appearance. Hey, we Bombers are one big
family and we always help our own. Right?
Let's go Bombers, here we go!!
Bomber Cheers,
-Judy Willox ('61) ~ Richland - where it has cooled
some, rained more then usual and I LOVE this
cooler weather and smaller water bill! :o)
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>>From: Mike Brady ('61)
Re: Ditto Carole Clark Oien ('54)
In 2001, I briefly attended my 40th year reunion. I
walked into the Desert Inn Hotel (old name), spent a few
minutes talking to Jack Glover ('61) and Dennis Lind ('61)
and immediately left. I got back in my car and drove
back to Seattle.
I have been successful in almost every aspect of my
life since leaving Richland, but those old feeling of
childhood inadequacy keep coming back whenever I return.
My sisters won't go to a reunion. Since my Mother died
in 1997, they refuse to go to Richland. There were so
many bad memories while growing up.
It's nice...and not so nice...to know others feel
the same way.
I doubt if I will ever return. Of course, I would
like another Spudnut before I die! So, maybe...
-Mike Brady ('61)
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>>From: John Adkins ('62)
I believe I have found a way to control (at least)
the coyote population.
-John Adkins ('62)
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>>From: Gary Behymer ('64)
To: the Class of 1974
This information is being sent to you by the
Unofficial "Mike Davis Reunion Fund."
Mr. Brad Upton ('74) recently suggested, in the
Alumni Sandstorm, that perhaps some of you might
consider sending Mr. Mike Davis ('74) a sum of $1.33
to cover reunion expenses for your up and coming 30th
reunion!
This grass roots organization, The Unofficial
"Mike Davis Reunion Fund Make Mention Society," is now
bringing that request to you...the Class of 1974!
Now is the time to come to the aid of your own
Mr. Brad Upton to 'save face'? with Mr. Mike Davis.
Any spare monies, but no more than $1.33 should be
mailed to Mike.
P.S. If Mr. Davis does not receive a total of $40.00,
Mr. Upton will be attending that Class of 1964's
40th reunion...or so rumored...
-Gary Behymer ('64) ~ from wet downtown Colfax, WA
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>>From: Bob Grout ('66WB)
Thanks for remembering our birthday [5/28]
Bob Grout and Roberta Grout Ouaou.
-Bob Grout ('66WB)
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>>From: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
Re: The critters in my yard!
Thank you to everyone who gave me some great ideas!
Well... except the one about blowing them up. I don't
own this place... the land lady might get a little upset.
Plus I live on the Colville Res. and I might just send
the Indians on the War Path!! I don't need that either!
Again thank you!! I think I'm going to try Larry
Mattingly's ('60) trick with the castor oil! Can't hurt!
Bombers Rule
-Pam Ehinger Nassen (The Blue Ribbon Class of '67)
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>>From: Vicki Owens ('72)
Re: Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
Bounce those messages to the Sandbox! If not that,
maybe you'd better ship out to Washington, DC where she
won't be bothered by Oregonian politics! On the other
hand, Oregon would be a poorer place without you!
(You know I love you, BLNP!)
-Vicki Owens ('72) ~ Kampala, Uganda - on the campus of
Makerere University
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/30/04
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20 Bombers sent stuff:
Shirley Watts ('49), Dick Pierard ('52)
Millie Finch ('54), Tom Hughes ('56)
Ann Hogan ('58), George Swan ('59)
Barbara Seslar ('60), Mike Brady ('61)
Tim Smyth ('62), Jim Hodgson ('64)
Linda Reining ('64), Janine Rightmire ('65)
Patti Snider ('65), Marcia Wade ('67)
Pam Ehinger ('67), Pam Pyle ('69)
Lynn Noble ('72), Mike Davis ('74)
Treg Owings ('76), Debbie Nelson ('77)
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BOMBER LUNCHES 'n stuff (in order of appearance)
06/02 '69 Planning Meeting
06/05 Girls of '60 Lunch
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
Click the event you want to know more about.
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R2K+4 ALL BOMBER REUNION
R2K99352.tripod.com/index04.html
Come mingle with friends from all classes...
DATE: Saturday, June 26, 2004
WHERE: Richland Red Lion Courtyard
(The old Desert Inn location)
TIME: 6:30pm TO ??
FOOD: Buffet Dinner, $25.00 ($30.00 at the door).
PRE-REGISTER by sending $25.00 to:
R2K Reunion, 2102 Tinkle, Richland, WA 99352
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>>From: Shirley Watts James ('49)
Good for you Betty Lou Hiser ('49). Hugs are best.
Incidentally, I associated with you frequently in high
school and never realized you had hearing difficulties.
-Shirley Watts James ('49)
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>>From: Dick Pierard ('52)
I am celebrating my birthday today [5/29/04] in
Bomberville, with that unique organizer of good things,
Burt Pierard ('59). We are continuing our practice of
muddying the waters of complacency and keeping the
police nervous this weekend. I came out from Boston
to speak at a conference in Vancouver, WA and took
advantage of the opportunity to enjoy a little sand,
sage brush, and radiation. Best wishes to all.
-Dick Pierard ('52)
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>>From: Millie Finch Gregg ('54)
Re: Attending Reunions
My fellow Bombers:
I have read with interest the classmates' remarks
about attending reunions, or not attending. I must say
I am very surprised. Because of: 1) I was never Miss
Popularity; 2) never Miss Beauty Queen; 3) didn't
participate in sports except softball; 4) didn't belong
to a "cliche"; and on and on it goes.
Even when I lived in California, I have never missed
a reunion. Yes, the first one (10) year was surprising
because everyone was still in their little groups;
however, by the time the 20th rolled around there
was less of that; and now after the 30, 40 and now
approaching the 50th we are all so grateful to be alive.
Having conquered cancer (10 year survivor) and many
other ailments, it is so great to be amongst friends.
My husband is from Texas, but he goes and fits right in.
I go to have a GREAT time, see as many people as I can;
hug 'em all and at the end of the evening say what a
time it was.
I can't encourage you all enough to seriously
consider attending your reunions as they come up. If you
attend Club 40 - be sure to look me up and I guarantee
you will get a warm reception!!
Cheers to all and I sure hope to see you in Sept.
-Millie Finch Gregg ('54)
P.S. I forgot to say - it is time to let go of
the past - it is gone and never more. Tomorrow
hasn't come so we can't worry about it - so let's
just accept today and realize the gift it is -
the present and the only time we know of right
now. Just a few words of encouragement. -Millie
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>>From: Tom Hughes ('56)
Re: TV Guide
I found it interesting that Terry Knox [Terry Davis
('65)] is the answer to 44 down in the May 30 TV Guide
crossword puzzle.
-Tom Hughes ('56)
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>>From: Ann Hogan Roberts ('58)
To: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
Pam
Watch "Caddy Shack"
-Ann Hogan Roberts ('58)
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>>From: George "Pappy" Swan ('59)
Re: Reunions and Remembrances
I think many of us had handicaps when we went to
school in Richland, some just showed more than others.
Some may have indeed had nothing but glorious, happy,
fun-filled times and memories. But, I have found that
it is always easier to remember the good times of any
experience, for whatever reasons. When I was growing up
there, I had a lot of good times with a variety of close
and some closer than other friends. Then came high
school. I look back and now consider myself a cross
between a Richey and a Fonzie-wannabee. I was a kinda
normal guy with a duck's ass (DA) haircut until I
discovered flat tops. Then I tried a Princeton for a
while but it was too much trouble and besides I could
never afford the leather jacket and motorcycle boots.
But there was always a distinct awareness of being
excluded from certain groupings and it is still there
today with certain encounters but that no longer bothers
me (well the old rub is still there -- I'm human, OK). I
found my solace during those years in hunting, fishing,
and backpacking (and still do) by spending my free time
"Downback" between the bypass highway and the Yakima
River. But, it is almost comical anymore because some of
the "elite" still fiercely hang on to that badge -- As,
if they lost it, they would lose their identity. Many
have accomplished great material and career things
but as a person they forgot to grow and under all the
glitter and Hoorah, they are still like (or maybe
unlike) the rest of us.
Have you noticed, there are many types who write in
to the Sandstorm and there are many who never or rarely
write in. Every once in a while I am surprised by
someone who surfaces and writes in, so you know that
they have been "out there" reading all along? God only
knows the what's and whys of the journeys of peoples
minds from youth to the senior years, from spring to the
autumn of our lives and "if we make it to December?" --
egos, pride, caring, jealousy, guilt, love, hate, joy,
fear, sorrow, hurt, kindness, comfort, abuse, desires,
alcohol, drugs, over indulgence, awareness, beliefs,
curiosity, creativeness, generosity, selfishness,
benevolence, self- centered, precociousness, solitude...
and it goes on and on and on. When we were kids, "who'd
a thunk?"
I notice that some only write if they have a
question or problem, etc., yet some write steadily as
though they are fulfilling a need, to express, to be
noticed...? I tell myself that I write because my warped
sense of humor sees an opportunity to insert some
laughter but maybe I am answering some deep seated need
that I can't admit to or don't even know what it may be.
I don't intend to lose any sleep over it because I don't
know how many more good nights of sleep I have left in
this lifetime and they're worth more now...
When I pause for a bit and consider all the
experiences that I've had since Bomber Days, its been
one hell of a ride. However, a psychic once told me that
"They will have to shoot you to get rid of you." So, I
never sought a second opinion! A lot of years have gone
thataway for me and a lot of other folks. And, I hope to
experience much more and that includes people. After
skipping my tenth reunion, I began to realize, although
a bit late, that if I let those old demons keep those
resentments alive -- I was the loser.
A lot of people have written in about this concern
and that usually means that there are a lot more out
there who feel the same but won't write. So, if we all
bit the bullet just a little bit and went to our
respective reunions and the over-the-hill, I mean the
over 40 reunion [Sept. 10-11-12, 2004] don't you think
that there would be a helluva lot of people there that
share your feelings and might be in need of some
comradeship to once and for all begin healing those old
wounds? Its been how many years now?
Now, with that finally said, no one has told me to
shut up yet in past issues. This is not aimed at anyone,
just mulling things over out loud, and if I have
offended thee, I am heartily sorry. So, if you don't
want to read it, let me know and I can write to myself -
- the therapy works the same for me, either way.
-George "Pappy" Swan ('59) ~ The old guy in Burbank, WA
-- Mumbling to himself and any of the wildlife
that will listen.
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>>From: Barbara Seslar Brackenbush ('60)
Re: Reunions
I'm responding to Patty Mathis' ('60) entry
regarding high school reunions. I believe I might know
how she feels since I didn't really feel connected
through the school years. Teenagers are prone to be
self-conscious and I certainly was that. I still don't
relax when I attend the reunions and I don't feel anyone
remembers me. Still, I really like to see classmates
again since they are all a part of my life and growing
up. Three of my closest friends through junior high and
high school have passed away over the years and I truly
miss them (Everett, Helen and Janet Zepp). Another close
friend, Erleen Thompson, lives elsewhere, although might
be through the Tri-Cities this summer some time.
Amazingly, my closest friend and now sister-in-law,
Rita Brackenbush ('60) moved back to the Tri-Cities
about a year ago and we see each other often now. I
feel life is too short to hang onto the hurts in the
past.
Rita and I have been attending the '60's girls'
luncheon the first Saturday of each month at Las
Margarita's and are getting acquainted/reacquainted with
some of our classmates. It has felt like a "safe place"
to reconnect and I hope that Sandi might join us. At
first sight, we might not recognize each other but it
doesn't take long before we are talking about lots of
things that we now have in common (health, grandchildren,
retirement, work (what's that?). The hour passes very
quickly.
-Barbara Seslar Brackenbush ('60) ~ Richland
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>>From: Mike Brady ('61)
At our next class reunion, why don't we have a
designated table for "class outcasts". I bet it would
be the largest table in the room and we would have a
hell of lot of fun!
-Mike Brady ('61)
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>>From: Tim Smyth ('62)
Re: Reunions
Bombers-
I can appreciate all of the entries about high
school reunions. The adolescent period is a very
difficult time for many teens and the thought of going
back to that time is not appealing to many. Many kids
are so consumed with their own importance that they
can't be bothered with the majority of their classmates.
And kids today are much more cruel than when I went to
Carmichael and Col-Hi in the '50s/'60s era. And Richland
was much better than most communities.
Three of our four daughters had a pretty good time
in high school and they were talking with my wife about
reunions. My wife said that her high school class was
"very cliquey". This is true because they once had a
reunion "by invitation only". One daughter said that her
class wasn't cliquey. I said "Wrong, you were part of
the clique, and you couldn't see it". My wife's 40th is
NOW, Memorial Day weekend, and we didn't plan to go
because we were going out of town, but she got sick and
we didn't do either. She really didn't care much about
going anyhow. She was interested in seeing some of her
closer friends, but not the whole group.
Our fourth daughter did not have a good experience
in junior hi / high school and we wonder whether she
will want to go back. She feels good about herself now
and might want to. Who knows? Often the kids who were
the most popular in school don't have a great adult
experience.
I had a good time at my 25th in 1987, because I felt
good about myself and still do. Living far away in New
York, that one reunion was the only one that I was able
to make. I admit that I went mostly out of curiosity. My
mother said that I wasn't alive in high school.
-Tim Smyth ('62) ~ Hudson Falls, NY
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>>From: Jim Hodgson ('64)
Re: Mole & Gopher Control
We have used a simple and inexpensive technique.
Wherever you have a mound uncover the hole and dump in
a half cup of gasoline. The gas fumes are heavy and
spread throughout the complex. After all the holes
are identified, light a match. There will be a small
underground explosion and some small fires at the
entrance of the holes. The oxygen will be sucked out of
the underground passages and the poor critters will be
in mole heaven.
[WARNING!] Do not use this method if there is a
danger of causing a range fire because the holes and
tunnels can go much farther than what you might expect.
Happy Hunting.
-Jim Hodgson ('64)
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>>From: Linda Reining ('64)
To: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
Re: handicap and name calling
I have a granddaughter who is 10 and was born with
Spina Bifida Occulta (it affects her fine and gross
motor skills); she also has problems with the way her
brain processes thoughts and ideas; along with vision
perception problems. public school is/was very difficult
for her... kids are constantly taunting her; she has
been called some of the same names you were, along with
worse (some of which just makes this grandma's heart
break and make me want to "throttle those little
monsters"). She has very few friends; BUT she is always
smiling and will give hugs to everyone she meets--scares
us at times. My daughter and son-in-law enrolled her in
a private, Christian school and she is thriving. I also
have a grandson who was born with "cleft lip" (his top
lip was attached to the space between the nostrils) and
had surgery at the age of 4 months to repair it... you
can barely see the scar... figured okay for a boy... he
could always grow a mustache to hide it. *grin* So, I
can fully relate to reasons why people don't attend
reunions. It is hard to face our demons, even though
they should be long-dead and buried. Old hurts die hard
and aren't always as easy to forgive and forget. Some of
us take longer to heal than others. BUT, I did attend my
35th (first one) and will be attending the 40th in June.
I'm looking forward to having a good time and meeting up
with old faces and talking over the good times.
-Linda Reining ('64) ~ Bakersfield, CA - cool and windy-
-waiting with baited-breath for those triple
digits to arrive. NOT!
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>>From: Janine Rightmire Corrado ('65)
Re: Coyotes
To: John Adkins ('62)
Your picture entry was great! We have those coyotes
come right up to our front door looking for our two
poodles. They have been known to take a pup and many
cats right off the front or back porches. Got my cat
several years ago. I wasn't too happy with what I found
in the morning. They are fine out in the wild, but
gee whiz, get out of my yard!!! We live in a pretty
populated neighborhood, too... one acre lots etc. They
are very brave and I will be outside and look up from
something and they are just standing 15-20 feet away
looking at me. John tries to shoot them, but, let's face
it, Roy Rogers he's not........ he'll probably get me
though one of these days!! ha
-Janine Rightmire Corrado ('65) ~ Woodinville, WA
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>>From: Patti Snider Miller ('65)
If any of you are in Richland on Sunday, May 30th,
check out the Pacific Northwest Mustang Club show. It
begins at 9am, patriotic opening at 11:30am, voting
noon to 2:00pm and then the awards are given out. My
daughter, April Miller ('92) has a dark green 1998
Mustang she brought down from Spokane. Look her up, her
car looks really nice!!!! I'll be down there for a while
too. Come and join the fun! It's free too!!! Mustang
turns 40!
Bomber Cheers!
-Patti Snider Miller ('65) ~ Richland - 61° and a little
windy, imagine that! Wait 5 minutes and the
weather changes!!
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>>From: Marcia Wade Hausenbuiller ('67)
Re: Reunions and such
& a more personal note to Betty Hiser Gully ('49)
I have to join the horde. While I don't have too
many negative memories about Col-Hi itself, I continue
to be sort of 'on the outside'. I've made it to two
reunions--my 20th, where I was told "You can't sit here,
these places are saved for our group". My old friend
from Carmichael and Col-Hi, Sheri Daugherty, who had
been included in the 'saved for our group' bunch, said,
"Sorry, I want to sit with Marci so we're sitting here!"
Believe me, although I appreciated Sheri's support, that
spoiled the nite as much as anything could have! At the
time, I lived on the Western side of the state, and had
gotten info about the reunions whenever they were held!
In 1990 I moved back to Richland, (which was, over
all a great place to grow up)! and since have heard not
once via the good old post office, or TCH (Tri-City
Herald) about our reunions or class of '67 parties. I
was able to attend the 35th reunion since by then I was
reading the Alumni SandStorm. Again, it was not the
greatest of experiences--but mostly I figure that's the
fault of my quiet, shy self. You know, I have been in
the local phone book since 1990, and I do read the old
TCH rag every morning, so the lack of 'hearing about'
the reunions has been sort of shocking! My younger
brother who lives in Kennewick... I don't think has made
it to any of his reunions either, and if I remember our
conversation about it, he also hasn't been contacted
about up coming reunions... So, there's a couple of
reasons why some locals don't show. (Have to admit
also, that I am not comfortable in crowds, so that
contributes a bit to the lack of attendance)
...A to Betty--I love your 'government' part of
R'land by line. When I moved back 14 years ago, after
all those 'quick, week end trips' over the years, and
decided to buy a home, I asked to see homes in the
'south end of town', as my mother who lived in the 'old
neighborhood' had said she would be able to meet some of
my child care needs at the time. The Real Estate agent's
idea of 'south end' and mine were totally different!! I
am back now in the old 'government south end' and other
than a few gripes about the aging of my beloved pre-cut
with an added basement, I'm happy to be here. My kids
got to go to Lewis and Clark, and even one grandson got
to go there for one year!
-Marcia Wade Hausenbuiller ('67)
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>>From: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
Re: Reunions
To: Patti Mathis Wheeler ('60)
Dear Patti,
I know just how you feel. I was the one that got
picked on because I had such a large chest! I was the
one that had the bad reputation. Yet I was a virgin when
I graduated in '67, I know there are many that can't say
that!! I was teased to tears, by guys who didn't know
me... girls too. But I bit the bullet and I went to my
20th. I had a great time seeing my friends that were
close to me and we had hung around together through high
school. Others that wouldn't have given me the time of
day came and hugged me told me how good it was to see
me! I'll admit I was a little skeptical of them. But
they talked to me and were actually very, very nice
people. Like me, they had grown up. On my 25th (I missed
the 30th) and 35th things were even better! I even
confronted some of the guys that had cornered me and
taunted me one night in Riverside Park. They ALL
apologized to me. We've all done stupid things as
teenagers. But now as an adult we've grown up and have
a whole different view on life.
So I guess what I'm trying to say is give it a try.
You live in town so if it gets bad you can go home. But
give those people one more chance to prove to you that
people do change.
Try it you might like it.
Best of Luck!
-Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
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>>From: Pam Pyle Jewett-Bullock ('69)
To: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
Re: Childhood challenges...
That, without bothering to get to know you just a
LITTLE, some with whom you attended school decided you
were "dumb, stupid, and ignorant" clearly became their
loss and your gain. I don't recall exactly when we met,
but it was at least a few years after you'd left high
school, gone to work at Douglas, married, had two pretty
little girls, and moved into the house "catty-corner"
across the street from the Armistead address where I
lived with my parents. Before becoming one of my regular
babysitting "employers", you became an important adult
friend to me during my adolescence. I never knew you
to be anything but bright, intelligent, very witty,
and a great listener (in spite of hearing deficits).
Everything you shared about the physical and emotional
challenges of your own adolescence became an important
part, I think, of the fabric of my own developing
character.
As the little fat girl, from kindergarten all the
way through high school, I didn't fit the mold for
popularity, either. But, by the grace of God at work in
me via the adult role modeling and encouragement which I
received from you, from my mother, from several great
teachers, and from adult and youth friends at Southside
United Protestant Church, I never shied from revealing
the person under those extra layers of fat to the
popular, the unpopular, and those in-between. I took the
chances. And, yes, I got hurt along the way... plenty of
times. But, having mined for the gold, I also reaped the
rewards of true friendship and growing self-confidence.
I returned for my ten-year reunion (I was in still
in Seattle then), and had a wonderful time. Our name
badges had yearbook graduation photos on them, and I was
asked by one dear classmate, "Where's the OTHER one of
you?!" (I had begun the life-long and worthwhile battle
to slay the fat dragon.) Honestly, I haven't been back
to a reunion, not because I don't want to go, but
because of distance and other life priorities. Class of
'69's 35th reunion is planned for this July, and we'll
be whitewater rafting in West Virginia with our son and
with a 12-year-old Swedish "grandchild" (we hosted a
dozen full-year exchange "sons" from the time our son
was age 6 weeks to the time he was 12... almost all are
now married, and there are 17 "grandchildren", and
counting...). I'll just have to wait for the 40th. For
me, though, going to reunions is less about reliving the
past than it is about sharing with contemporaries who we
have become... and why. It's positively fascinating.
(Nevermind the mental picture of you hammering on
mole hills with shovels...) Please, count me among those
who acknowledge and thank you for making a difference in
the life of a younger Bomber!
Bomber cheers,
-Pam Pyle Jewett-Bullock ('69)
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>>From: Lynn Noble Paden ('72)
To: Vicki Owens ('72)
I'd better stay in Oregon then, because it can't
afford to get any poorer than it already is... OUCH!!
Ohmygosh! Maren just tried to bounce me into the Sandbox!
OK, OK that's the last of it, Maren - I promise!
-BLNP, AKA Bertha Lynn Noble Paden ('72) ~ In soggy
Oregon City where I'm "sendin' all my love"
to VLO in Uganda! See you in Calyfornia (as
Arnold pronounces it) soon!
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>>From: Mike Davis ('74)
Re: Reunion
Save your money, It ain't happenin'!
Mr. Upton has entirely too much time on his hands!
Any money collected for this bogus cause will be
invested in Rogaine stock under the name of Brad Upton.
Now go play outside!
-Mike Davis ('74)
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>>From: Treg Owings ('76)
To: Pam Ehinger Nassen ('67)
I did not know you lived on the Rez. In Warm
Springs, they had crews that did mole trapping in the
tree plantings. You might ask the Natural Resource
Department of the Tribe to see if they can help.
-Treg Owings ('76)
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>>From: Debbie Nelson Burnet ('77)
A few of us from '77 are thinking about getting
together for a barbecue on the weekend of Cool Desert
Nights. Anyone interested in joining us? Let me know.
-Debbie Nelson Burnet ('77)
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Alumni Sandstorm ~ 05/31/04 ~ MEMORIAL DAY
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11Bombers sent stuff:
Dick McCoy ('45), Anna May Wann ('49), Dick Harris ('49)
Jim Jensen ('50), Lenora Hughes ('55), Jeanie Walsh ('63)
Linda Reining ('64), Marcia Wade ('67), Betti Avant ('69)
Jeff Curtis ('69), Brad Upton ('74)
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BOMBER BIRTHDAY Today: Jean Bruntlett ('62)
BOMBER CALENDAR: Richland Bombers Calendar
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>>From: Dick McCoy ('45)
By the time most of you read this, I will have been
at the podium for the American Legion Memorial Day
ceremony at the Stanwood Cemetery. I will have had the
privilege of speaking the following words:
"We come together today to honor those veterans of all
our wars that have gone before us. I specifically want
to mention my grandfather, a veteran of the Civil War,
and my father, a victim of World War I shell shock. He
never really recovered from this debilitation for the
rest of his life. Those two, plus my oldest son and I
represent four generations of United States Army
civilian soldiers, and I am very proud of that."
All of you fellow Col-Hi grads, remember and thank
in prayer some veteran you have known. Thank them for
their sacrifice of mind and bodies to go to some
terrible place at some terrible risk so that we can
enjoy our many blessings.
Remember too, that Memorial day is not about glorious
flag waving, for there is no glory in the battle of war.
The only glory is in the hearts of all of those who serve.
-Dick McCoy, from the Grand Old Class of 1945
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>>From: Ann Thompson, aka Anna May Wann ('49)
Re: Reunions and Bomber Lunches
Those of you who had bad experiences in school, should
now join the many lunches all over the states. You meet loads
of wonderful people in all age brackets. Then when you go to
the reunions visit with them. The youngsters from the late
'50s and early '60s are great people. You’d be surprised they
don’t really look that much younger than us any more. They
have gray hair and are starting to get a few wrinkles too.
Everyone is so friendly and they don’t give a darn who or
what you were in school. We are just a bunch of friendly
people getting together once a month or so and discussing how
things have changed in Richland and elsewhere in the world.
Someone will get a topic going and before you know it a
couple of hours have passed and you will see that you have
enjoyed the afternoon tremendously. And if you are from the
younger classes start visiting with us older ones. We will
enjoy your company. Try it you'll like it. So as soon as you
are eligible for Club 40 sign up and come visit with us at
our September reunions. But you don’t have to be that old to
come to the luncheons. All ages are welcome.
Re: Moles
As for moles, one of my friends always got rid of hers by
putting sticks of juicy fruit gum (unwrapped of course) in
their holes. It seems they choke on the gum (or else can’t
stand the smell) and leave. She says it never fails. It has
to be Juicy Fruit though... not any gum will work.
-Ann Thompson, aka Anna May Wann ('49) ~ The rain in good old
Bothell, WA is making my weeds very healthy!!!
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>>From: Dick Harris ('49)
Re: Our Latest Travels
-Dick Harris ('49)
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>>From: Jim Jensen ('50)
Re: Reunions
I'm fascinated and touched by the comments made lately
concerning reunions. The personal thoughts and feelings many
of you have shared indicate a measure of anxiety - even
now... and old fears of not being "accepted?" You folks have
hit upon one of the MAJOR banes of adolescent existence. I
entered high school as a freshman in 1946 prepared to be awed
by the experience... and I was. Simply being a freshman was
often reason enough to be regarded as an outcast by elite
upperclassmen. Being tall and extremely awkward was an added
dilemma. Worst of all was the proximity of the mysterious
female gender. I loved baseball, history, geography and
reading. What girl wanted to hear about that? Speaking to
girls was far more difficult than trying not to trip over my
own feet. I spent many solemn days and nights wondering if I
looked OK, desperately hoping I didn't do or say something
stupid - to anyone, wanting to be successful in doing
something others would admire. My four years in high school
were essentially plagued with the same sense of inadequacy.
I had some good friends; usually three or four at a time.
Often I buried myself in studies I enjoyed (ignored those I
didn't). I had some success in sports... worked on the
Sandstorm... became less awkward. During my teens I never
lost my fear of being self-conscious. My heart goes out to
those of you who had to deal with far more difficult
circumstances than mine - also my admiration of you for being
successful in spite of your difficulties. Thinking back... I
learned later that quite a number of classmates thought I was
"stuck up" because I didn't converse easily. Fact was that I
was often so shy that I ducked away from opportunities to
chat with people.
After joining the service in 1952 I returned to Richland
twice to visit my family (1954 & 1956) before they moved to
California in 1958. Didn't see Richland again until I
interviewed for a job in 1977. My next visit was in 1996,
when I attended a 1950 Class get-together and the Club 40
activities. I drove 2,100 miles to attend those affairs and
felt then (and feel now) every mile and every hour was well
spent. Seeing and spending time with old friends and new ones
was an unforgettable experience. My heart longs to be in the
company of all you folks. I would rather live in Richland
than anywhere else on earth, but my sweet wife needs me here
to help her deal with her ailments. She looked after me, our
children, and at times our grandchildren, most of our 47
years of marriage. Still, very year I hope that this will
be the year when we can go to a reunion - that renewal of
precious friendships and a time to meet new friends.
To: You folks who are holding back - do it!!!!
-Jim Jensen ('50) ~ Katy, TX - where the humidity soaks you
to the skin within five minutes of exposure.
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>>From: Lenora Hughes Bejarano ('55)
Re: Reunions
This is for all those who reside in Richland, or close
by there, who don't attend the reunions, luncheons, etc.
I cannot for the life of me imagine that. I wasn't
popular in school. I didn't particularly like high school,
but made a lot of friends nevertheless. I live in Las Vegas,
NV and making it up to at least one reunion is so important
for me. I have been to the R2K+2 and loved it. I looked for
many old friends there and there were hardly any. I couldn't
believe it! We are going up again for this one (R2K+4) and I
sure do hope there will be many old friends there.
People, put the past where it belongs, in the past! Time,
getting older and life experiences change us all and it
brings us all to a common point in life. When we were in high
school we were teenagers!!! Let all that pettiness go and
join with all the other graduates and have a blast at a
luncheon, or a reunion. You won't regret it one bit.
Of course you may run into some who are still snobbish
or think like they did way back when, but for the most part,
everyone will be so happy to see you.
I sure look forward to going this year. I can hardly
wait. Please my friends, make the effort. It is worth it.
BOMBER CHEERS!!!
-Lenora Hughes Bejarano ('55) ~ From sunny Las Vegas, NV -
where it is about 94° today. Beautiful weather.
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>>From: Jeanie Walsh Williamson ('63)
Re: Our Country, Our Community...our Commitment
-Jeanie Walsh Williamson ('63)
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>>From: Gary Behymer ('64)
Re: Reunions
The 'basic' secrets to life apply to most anything we do...
that includes attending a Bomber reunion... namely...
"Work like you don't need the money...
Love like you've never been hurt...
Dance like no one is watching..." (Satchel Paige)
See you soon...Behymer
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>>From: Linda Reining ('64)
Re: Memorial Day
Today, Saturday May 29th, I watched the dedication of the
World War II Memorial. No matter your political affiliation,
I cannot believe anyone watching it, wouldn't have been
moved by it. The speeches by Tom Brokaw, Tom Hanks, Senator
Bob Dole, and President Bush were very touching. I was able
to hold it together till they presented colors, and the
National Anthem was being sung, then I started crying.
I am very grateful to those brave men and women for their
sacrifices and dedication... "some gave all, all gave some".
I am also grateful to the men and women who are now
serving in the Military. Thanks for a job well done!
-Linda Reining ('64) ~ Bakersfield, CA
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>>From: Marcia Wade Hausenbuiller ('67)
Re: Reunions--repeated!
I think it's great that this topic has opened up! I
think I was at a stage in my life cycle where I have been
reminiscing, and thinking of things past anyway, and looking
at things I wanted to change, forgive, and ask forgiveness
for, etc. I think I'm relieved that it's not time for '67's
40th for another couple years, I'm going to try and be a bit
more open to accepting of everyone as they are then, and not
stuck in my memories of the past!
To: George 'Pappy' Swan ('59)
Don't quit writing in to the Alumni Sandstorm! Or if you
do, put me in your address book first and drop me a line now
and then, I enjoy your postings!
To: Betty Hiser Gulley ('49)
If you are still in your 'place' that Pam Pyle ('69) knew
you from, we must be near neighbors! I've gained so much from
your entries that I'm pleased to hear it if we are!
This has been a really rugged past 6 or 7 months for me,
after a 'minor' fall that shattered my shoulder, and has led
to four surgeries, chronic pain and the need for on going
narcotic pain medication, & on, & on. I really look forward
to my daily looks into the SandStorm. Added to that, the loss
of my job, and a reduction of my income from 'quite nice', to
under $500 a month, I need that boost now and then that comes
from 'new'/'old' friends, that I might not recognize at Joe
Albertson's supermarket, (if they were even on this side of
the country), but have come to love from their postings to
this forum. Life and living that life can get really
interesting at times, huh?
-Marcia Wade Hausenbuiller ('67) ~ beautiful, but cloudy,
cool and of course windy, Bomberville!
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>>From: Betti Avant ('69)
Re: Birthday Greetings
I would like to wish my cousin, Jean Bruntlett ('62),
a very happy birthday today (Monday, 5/31/04). It was great
seeing you in St. Louis. Have a good one.
-Betti Avant ('69) ~ Goodland, KS
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>>From: Jeff Curtis ('69)
Re: An American Bomber in Paris
-Jeff Curtis ('69)
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>>From: Brad Upton ('74)
Mike Davis ('74) will not be attending our reunion.
Please save your money. He would have gone, but he decided
to stay home that weekend and use several of the wonderful
suggestions on how to rid his yard of moles.
-Brad Upton ('74)
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