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ragged old women for agriculture supports local schools flag

Kelli Griffith-Garcia of the Colusa County California Women for Agriculture presents a check to students Alexz Miller, Maxwell Chapter FFA; Devon Carr, Williams Chapter FFA; and Justin Gwerder, Arbuckle Chapter FFA. (Submitted Photo)

Submitted to the WPR I walked through a county courthouse square, On a park bench an old man was sitting there. I said, "Your old courthouse is kinda run down." He said, "Naw, it'll do for our little town." I said, "Your flagpole has leaned a little bit, And that's a Ragged Old Flag you got hanging on it. He said, "Have a seat", and I sat down. "Is this the first time you've been to our little town?" I said, "I think it is." He said, "I don't like to brag, But we're kinda proud of that Ragged Old Flag." "You see, we got a little hole in that flag there When Washington took it across the Delaware. And it got powder-burned the night Francis Scott Key Sat watching it writing Oh Say Can You See. And it got a bad rip in New Orleans With Packingham and Jackson tuggin' at its seams." "A nd it almost fell at the Alamo Beside the Texas flag, but she waved on through. She got cut with a sword at Chancellorsville And she got cut again at Shiloh Hill. There was Robert E. Lee, Beauregard, and Bragg, And the south wind blew hard on that Ragged Old Flag." "On Flanders Field in World War I She got a big hole from a Bertha gun. She turned blood red in World War II She hung limp and low by the time it was through. She was in Korea and Vietnam. She went where she was sent by her Uncle Sam." "She waved from our ships upon the briny foam, And now they've about quit waving her back here at home. In her own good land she's been abused -She's been burned, dishonored, denied and refused." "A nd the government for which she stands Is scandalized throughout the land. And she's getting threadbare and wearing thin, But she's in good shape for the shape she's in. 'Cause she's been through the fire before And I believe she can take a whole lot more." "So we raise her up every morning, Take her down every night. We don't let her touch the ground And we fold her up right. On second thought I DO like to brag, 'Cause I'm mighty proud of that Ragged Old Flag." Written by Johnny Cash

The Colusa County Chapter of California Women of Agriculture

recently raised and awarded funds to benefit high school agriculture students in the county. A dessert auction was held at the Country Music Showdown at Colusa Western

Days this April and raised $780. The funds were divided evenly and checks were presented during the Junior Livestock Auction, held the Saturday of the Colusa County Fair, to each of the five high school FFA agriculture programs in Arbuckle, Colusa, Maxwell, Princeton and Williams. The California Women for Agriculture is a non-profit, entirely volunteer-based, group of women dedicated to promoting the agriculture industry of our state through education and outreach. If you are interested in joining the Colusa County Chapter, which was reactivated last summer, come to one of the monthly meetings, held the fourth Wednesday each month at the Farm Bureau office in Colusa at 6pm, or visit the website www. cawomen4agcolusacountychapter. weebly.com. They can also be found on Facebook. “If you eat food or wear clothes you ARE involved in agriculture!” ◄

premier mushrooms LP. providing summer jobs to students

olusa High Students were part of a summer jobs hiring program hosted by Premier Mushrooms L.P. in Colusa this spring. As a result, six young people have been hired for summer employment at the mushroom farm. They began work on June 14. Working with Colusa School District Superintendent Larry Yeghoian, Premier Mushroom L.P. CEO John Ashbaugh developed a plan to hire students for parttime and or fulltime summer work at the mushroom farm. In some cases, it is possible the jobs will be extended year around. “We chose to try it first at the Colusa High School to see how the program would be accepted,” said Ashbaugh. “We were really surprised at the response,” he added. A poster announcing a tour of the facility and a job fair was distributed at the school. Nearly 50 students responded to the invitation. The students were divided into five groups for tours of the facility to learn about the daily operations and what it takes to grow mushrooms. Each student was required to fill out a job application, including preferred areas of work if they were hired on the farm. From the 50 applicants 17 were selected for a second interview, which took place at the high school. Premier Mushroom L. P. Human Resources Director Laura Deniz explained that of the six students hired, five male and 1 female, the new employees are working 28 to 32 hours a week. “They are mainly in the warehouse where they sort mushrooms by size, and they are also building orders for our customers,” she said. Jessica Garcia, the only girl hired, is also training in the office halftime.

Deniz said the interviews went very well. “We were impressed by the way the students presented themselves,” she said. “They were very professional.” “We were very pleased with the response we received from the initial offering of job opportunity to the students,” said Ashbaugh. “We were impressed with how the students interviewed and at how many activities they are involved in,” said Ashbaugh. “We were also impressed with their responses to our questions,” he said. “We are excited that we are able to offer an opportunity for the students to be a part of a company that will expose them to a different type of agricultural industry, “he added. “It is possible that his will allow us to welcome a whole new generation of mushroom growers.” Deniz commented that she was also impressed with the way the students interviewed. “It is great that we can offer this job opportunity,” she added saying many of the students interviewed indicated that they wanted to work to help their parents. “These are tough times, and the students want to help their families,” she added. Deniz said that she feels good about this program because she knows how hard it is to be a young person looking for work. “It is tough when you are 16 or 17 and looking for job,” she said. “Asking someone to hire you when you don’t have experience just doesn’t work,” she said. “This program is going to allow the students to show positive work experience on their resumes.” Yeghoian said he and the Colusa Unified School District are very appreciative of the opportunity and experience Premier Mushrooms L.P. has offered to the students. “I was so pleased to know that six of the students were hired. I was also very pleased with the way the students prepared for and presented themselves at the interviews and job fair tour,” he said. The students hired, say they are very pleased to be working for the mushroom farm. With the onset of summer heat, they all commented that it was great to be working in an air-conditioned facility. Asked why they were the chosen six, one student; Max McGrath commented that he felt like the company saw that he must have something to offer. In addition to McGrath and Garcia, Jose Velasquez, Sebastian Medina, Christian Avila and Moises Valdez were hired. ◄

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annie b’s sign-ups start july 1

ll charitable causes in Butte, Colusa, Glenn and Tehama counties are invited to participate in a unique grant program called the Annie B’s Community Drive that encourages donations with grant dollars. Nonprofit organizations and charitable funds must sign-up online during the month of July before the application deadline of July 31. The Annie B’s Community Drive is designed to encourage giving to local nonprofits during a twomonth donation period - August 1 to September 30. During the first four years of the grant program, nearly $4 million in contributions for local nonprofits were supplemented by $400,000 in grants from North Valley Community Foundation, allowing donors’ contributions to make an even greater difference in the region. Starting on August 1, nonprofit organizations participating in the Annie B’s Community Drive ask their donors to contribute. Gifts are made to NVCF by a donor on behalf of the qualified local charity. Nonprofits receive 100% of these donor contributions plus monies will be added from the grant funds available. The total amount of donations determines the match percentage – traditionally between 7%-10%. In partnership with the Chico Thursday Night Market, participating nonprofits will be present at the Chico City Plaza on September 15, with information on the services each provides. All nonprofit organizations in Butte, Tehama, Colusa and Glenn Counties are eligible to participate, but must apply online at nvcf.org

by July 31. Visit www.nvcf.org for details, or call NVCF Annie B’s Coordinator Sara Nelson at 5914161. In addition to increasing support for local nonprofit organizations, the goal of Annie B’s Community Drive is to help organizations fulfill their missions by increasing community support. Many participating organizations will use this opportunity to create and/or increase their endowment funds at NVCF. The Annie B’s Community Drive continues for at least another six years due to the recent pledge from the original anonymous donors. NVCF is a nonprofit, philanthropic organization that builds financial resources to meet community needs through grants and programs primarily for residents in the Butte, Colusa, Glenn and Tehama counties. North Valley Community Foundation net assets under management are more than $9.5 million with the recent acquirement of funds from the former Paradise Community Foundation. NVCF provides financial and administrative services to donors, professional advisors and nonprofit organizations with the goal of enriching the quality of life for community members. Since 1986, over 500 individuals, families, businesses, and community groups have established funds at the Foundation. The NVCF office is open Monday – Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm and by appointment. NVCF is located at 3120 Cohasset Rd., Suite 8 in Chico, California, (530) 891-1150. Visit the NVCF website, www.nvcf.org, to learn more about programs and services. ◄

pg&e offers tips for a safe and cool summer

keep your cool during the hot summer driving months

or many, summertime is vacation time. During the summer months, not only does the temperature begin to climb, vehicle travel increases as well. “We want you to have a safe and healthy summer, and enjoy the California sunshine on your next road trip,” said California Highway Patrol (CHP) Commissioner Joe Farrow. “Safety should never take a backseat; buckle up, designate a non-drinking driver, adhere to the speed limit and follow a few simple suggestions.” Due to the high temperatures during the summer months, before traveling, have your vehicle thoroughly checked, with special attention given to these items: · Cooling System. Examine all belts and hoses for cracks or leaks, replacing any you may have doubts about. Don’t forget tools and water to accomplish a change if necessary. Don’t overlook the radiator, which should be properly filled with coolant, and while driving, keep a close eye on the temperature gauge; shutting off the air conditioner if the engine heat creeps too high. · Tires. Make sure all of the vehicle’s tires have plenty of tread and are properly inflated. Don’t forget about the spare and make sure your jack and tire changing tools are in good condition. Extreme heat can take its toll, not only on worn or old tires, but new ones as well. · Electrical system. Check all lighting equipment, making sure it is in good operating condition. Take a close look at the battery. Ensure the cables are tight and appropriate fluids are filled to the proper level. Don’t forget your windshield wipers in case you get caught in a sudden storm. Some additional rules to follow before heading off on your summer road trip in the heat: · Always let someone know where

ummer is already underway, and Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) urges customers to be aware of summertime hazards that come with hot, dry weather and certain outdoor activities. Careful planning and preparation are needed to prevent electrical hazards, heat-related you’re going and when you expect to illness, wildfires and recreational dangers. return. · Carry a survival kit with extra water, concentrated food, cell phone and Summer safety tips: "Look Up and Live!" – Use caution charger, sunscreen, matches, collapsible shovel, and keep fire works, balloons, kites blankets, good jack, tools and basic and toys (such as high powered water extra parts for guns or remote control aircraft) away your car (e.g. hoses, fan belts, extra from overhead electric lines. Contact gas) and maps of your area. with lines can lead to serious injury, · Never leave children, frail elderly or fires and outages. pets in the vehicle unattended, even if you think you’ll only be a minute. Never attempt to retrieve any type Summer heat can quickly create deadly of balloon, kite or toy that becomes conditions inside a vehicle. caught in a power line. Leave it alone “We just want to remind everyone that and immediately call PG&E at 1-800as a driver, you are responsible for 743-5000 to report the problem. the safety of your passengers while the vehicle is running and when it is Never go near a power line that parked,” said Commissioner Farrow. has fallen to the ground, is dangling Last year in California, between June in the air or appears to be damaged. 1 and August 31, there were 783 people killed and more than 58,000 Always assumed downed electric people injured in collisions. “We want lines are live. Stay away, keep others everyone to enjoy the summer, but at away and immediately call 911 to alert the same time, please be very careful the police and fire departments. when driving,” added Commissioner Observe local laws. Contact your Farrow. ◄ local police or fire department to Publisher & Editor in Chief:

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thank you I know, write? sacramento valley Chopping down cherry trees! museum parade By Nikki Hancock with a situation where I told a boldfaced out and out lie. No hesitation, float helpers! hen is it okay to be the mistruth just poured out. I felt

fun entry in the Williams Pioneer Day Parade (& week later in the Colusa County Fair Parade ) was the Sacramento Valley Museum’s float showing off an antique buggy & a miniature of the partially restored Glen Valley School House, ALL THANKS TO… Jim Armstrong & Colusa Tractor Company in Colusa for the loan of a handsome John Deere green & yellow tractor that pulled the borrowed flat bed from my brother Dennis La Grande (who also contributed straw bales & sign frames) driven/transferred/stored by Kevin Jarrett for the Williams Parade & Dave Manor for the Colusa parade… Thanks guys! The float signs with beautiful calligraphy are thanks to Williams School art teacher Brian Shellnut’s penmanship; Lloyd Green of the Lloyds Print & Copy Center for other sign printing; the float design & pragmatic organization (& also storage) was masterminded by his co-teachers Cindy Gobel & Barbara Mayberry with artistic input & improvements made by the smart graduate students Conrado Girls, Sarah & Emily & Sacramento Valley Museum ‘s Director Kathy Manor. Thank you Brian & Lloyd & ladies! Thanks to my late Black Lab, her former “Cortina’s Canine Club House” (aka ‘a dog house’) was reincarnated as a ‘mini’ Glen Valley School House. We could peer into its windows of yesteryear to imagine the teacher & her pupils thanks to the clever creativity artwork by my cousin Jean Boyes. Thank

dishonest? Is it ever okay to be dishonest? Dictionary.com defines a lie as “a false statement made with deliberate intent to deceive.” It defines a white lie as “a minor, polite, or harmless lie.” Under the definition of a lie a white lie is also a lie… yet the definitions have two very different connotations. I was raised with very strict beliefs on lying. My dad always told me that lying was twice the insult… because not only did you disrespect somebody enough to lie to them, but you also thought that they were stupid enough to believe it. That thought process really stuck with me. I always have held that close to my heart and even as a kid was always honest, even if it meant getting in trouble or looking bad. There were a couple times that I had to fib to protect myself or a friend but I admittedly felt awful about it and probably punished myself worse than anyone else ever could. However… I was recently faced

just terrible about it. But the reasons behind it were to protect somebody’s feelings. It was a situation that no harm could possibly have come from but if the truth were told it might be a little hurtful to the person… so I went ahead and lightly danced around the truth. I have justified this “white lie” because the intention behind it was not to do harm but to make someone feel better. Yet, the question still lingers in the back of my head of whether it’s ever okay to lie. If I were to shoplift and my mom asked me about it and I told her it wasn’t true, that would be a lie in the order of not making her feel bad. But that’s not a white lie, that’s an outright lie. So protecting somebody’s feelings does not define the difference between a white lie and a lie. What does define the difference? When is it okay to lie and when is it not? Is it ever okay to lie? I’d like to hear your thoughts. Nikki Hancock may be reached at mail@nikkihancock.com. ◄

you so much for your delightful artistic talents! Vance Boyes of Edward Jones Financial Services in Colusa shared his photo of the Championship Colusa County Rugby Team (CCRT) to tell the tale of one of school houses’ previous reincarnations, that of the CCRT Club House & their gifting of the building to the museum collection back in the mid 1980’s. (Did anyone notice the display aboard the float in the Williams Parade of his precious rugby ball from New Zealand? ) Thanks cuz! In addition, thank you Bill Manor

for general clean up around the museum that permitted us to access the school house in the first place & gave an area to temporarily store the float…. And to Cale Manor for being ‘volunteered’, along with his Dad Dave, by his Mom Kathy, for moving big items on/off the float & in/out of the museum (& for countless other spontaneous ‘chores’ there) It was fun teamwork to create such a float. Thank you again all! Dixie La Grande, Sacramento Valley Museum Board Member ◄

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what’s happening in williams this summer? Music At The Museum: Free concerts for the public located at Venice Park (behind Sacramento Valley Museum). Thursdays 6:30pm to 8:30pm. Dates: June 23 Pine Ridge Bluegrass Band; July 7 Inside Straight; July 21 Book'em Dano; August 4 Bluesicians; August 18 Hot Rods. Dinner, Dessert, and Refreshments will be sold at the concerts with all proceeds supporting local nonprofits and fundraisers. Sponsors: Valley West Care Center - Williams Farmer's Market & Bazaar- Granzella's Inn- Granzella's Restaurant & DeliCharles McCarl M.D.- Fouch & Son Pharmacy- Lorena Padilla Insurance Services- Recology Butte Colusa Counties- Hoblit Motors Zumba! Starting in July Zumba will now take place on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays for $40 in the City of Williams !! Classes are held at the Williams Junior High Multipurpose room with air conditioning. Classes last one hour from 5:45pm to 6:45pm. You can register at the Williams City Hall Annex located at 464 8th Street, or by Check at the door with a

registration form completed. Come join the Dance Fitness party. For more information please call Tim at (530)473-2955. Latin Dance Class: City of Williams Parks and Recreation will start a Latin Dance Class in July on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:30pm to 5:30pm at the Old Gym located at 1495 E. Street next to the Sacramento Valley Museum. Pop, Cumbia, Salsa, Merenge, and Banda will be taught during the class. Cost $35 per month. Classes Begin July 5th. Register by June 28th, 2011. You can register at the Williams City Hall Annex located at 464 8th Street. For more info, please call Tim at (530)473-2955 Tae Kwon Do (Karate) On Mondays from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm the Kincannon Tae Kwon Do instructors teach fundamental techniques for ages 3 to adult. The class is $10 per session and we have 7 sessions left. Come sign up for this already popular class as we still have space available. You can register at the Williams City Hall Annex located at 464 8th Street. For more info, please call Tim at (530)473-2955 ◄

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Williams Farmer 6/20/1919 THE TOWN PARK PROPOSAL A thing of beauty is a joy forever, but an eyesore-well, clean it up. As one enters out beautiful city from the north on the state highway, the first thing he sees is the baseball park, renowned for its antiquity to say the least. There is something about the appearance of this one pleasure spot that make its present appearance not the most desirable. The dilapidated old fence, the weeds and grass, now browned by the summer’s sun, add nothing attractive to the home-seeker, the tourist and last but not least, to the citizens of our city and vicinity who would enjoy a beautiful park with its green grass, memorials and fountains as nothing else. Such a place would be the pleasure resort for those wearied by their daily cares in the evening of each hot day, on holidays and days of rest. Why should it not be a highly patriotic act on the part of the shareholders and owners of the baseball park to donate or otherwise grant their rights to some organization would initiate a movement for the beautifying of this present eyesore? Many citizens of the town have thought it quite proper and highly desirable that the Women’s Club take this matter in hand. Our ladies, who are deeply in sympathy with this movement, would enjoy developing this and it could-be most artistic and beautiful part of our city. Furthermore, it is understood that the club has already been asked to take up the matter; and be it said to their honor, we are willing to go ahead. They await the response of the owners. Yes, already the plans for this beautiful spot are being developed. Trees of a good variety and the fountain have been promised. Other things will come in their proper order. A monument erected to the honor of our boys who have already fallen so nobly on the fields of victory in France and to those who have happily returned to us again would mean so much for the inspiration of our future boys and girls. The Red Cross nurse, whose faithful efforts did much to bring the war to a successful close, also should not be forgotten in the erection of memorials. Get behind this patriotic and important movement, boost talk, get others to talk, and let us make this thought a material reality in the near future. If every man and woman gets behind it, nothing will hinder the speedy realization of the park with its monuments, public speaking stand, fountain, trees and shrubbery. Boost the park!

Williams Farmer 7/13/1945 NEWS FROM OUR BOYS RAYMOND SCHAAD MAY BE HOME SOON Mr. and Mrs. Fred Schaad have received word from their son, Raymond, that he is on the move and to stop all mail. That may mean that Raymond will be home soon. Let’s hope so, ‘eh Fred and Marie?

WOUNDED ON OKINAWA Dareyl Carpenter received word from the USMC headquarters that his brother, Pvt. William Carpenter, USMC was wounded on May 14th, in action on Okinawa. He sustained a blast concussion. He was able to return to action after a day in the hospital. Dareyl has received letters from his brother, but this is the first notice that has had that he was hospitalized. Surely glad, it was no worse Bill and hope you are OK by now. SGT. JOE CULVER PLANS TO COME SOON J. W. Culver received a letter from his son, Sgt. Joe Culver, who has been in action in the Philippines as a radio gunner on a tank in which he states that he is in hopes of getting home soon. He says that he has fought his last battle, if something unexpected doesn’t happen, and that he should be home by fall. Joe has four stars. He has been in numerous landings and feels that he is mighty lucky to come through without being wounded. INTERESTING LETTER FROM PFC. ELMO NORDYKE Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Nordyke have received two letters recently form their son, Pfc. Elmo Nordyke, somewhere in England. One letter gave an interesting account of his trip overseas. Leaving the states on April 5th, 1944, it took fifteen days to make the crossing on an English ship with an English crew; a ship that was used in WWI for carrying freight so was in a “bad shape”. It carried about 2,000 men. Elmo stated that they landed in France on July 11th, then went to Reims and thence to England on March 23, 1945, and were, at the time of the writing on May 24th, about 70 miles from London. He enjoyed a visit in London, having finished training on V E Day, and saw the last of the celebration of the occasion. The lights were turned on, but after a week were turned off again to save fuel. Elmo added that the people were more excited about the lights being on, than about the war with Germany being over. Quoting him, “I guess they almost forgot what it looked like at night, but in my opinion, it isn’t lighted up any better than Williams.” Pfc. Nordyke was doing sheet metal and mechanics work in the air corps. His next move is, of course, not known at this time. Thanks for the correspondence and hope that in the event you are sent to the Pacific you may get a furlough home.

Williams Farmer 7/7/53 RED ALERT SOUNDED FOR WILLIAMS G. O. C. The Williams Observers Corp. received it’s first emergency Red alert last Saturday at 1 A.M. We were requested to keep the post open until the all clear signal was given. This did not come through until late Sunday afternoon. These alerts will happen again at any time. We have been asked by the United States Air Force to operate on a twenty four hour basis, if it is at all possible. Is it asking too much to give three or four hours a week to help

protect our cities as well as our own homes and families? The people of Williams can do it. All we need is a few more volunteers to help fill in the vacancies. We have proved we can operate a sixteen hours a day. Now let’s make it twenty-four hours and have that confident feeling that we are doing a good and complete job. We don’t have time to contact each one of you, so won’t you please volunteer now? Don’t leave it up to your neighbor. We need you too. Call Mary Manor, phone 2644 or Elsie Single at 2893. You may also register at the Veterans Hall.

Williams Farmer 7/10/1953 SADDLE STRADDLERS HORSE SHOW SATURDAY, JULY 25TH The members of the Saddle Straddlers are busy and will continue to be so up to the evening of Saturday, July 25th, when they stage their big Horse Show at the Williams Arena at 8o’clock in the evening. As always, this organization gives the fans a big entertaining program, with Gymkhana events, Jack-Pot roping and many other exciting and thrilling stunts. Events staged by this popular organization in the past are always attended by huge crowds and the coming event will be no exception. Come early and secure a good location to witness this show on July 25th, starting at 8 p.m.

Williams Farmer 6/22/56 SCHOOL PROPERTY TO BE SOLD TO BIDDERS JULY 11TH The Williams Unified School meeting in a recessed session on June 14th completed Plans for the disposal of the surplus properties now held by the school district. Returning these properties to the board has had the matter of returning these properties to the tax roll under consideration for some time and is now taking the necessary steps to complete this program. It should be noted that the properties to be disposed of DO NOT include the old Williams Unified High School property. A number of plans for future use of the old high school grounds and buildings as a community project are being advocated by various organizations in our community. Your school board feels that the community should have an opportunity to develop

these plans and if sufficient interest develops these grounds should be made available for community use. The turf on the old high school grounds will be used again for school purposes this fall as the new school grounds will not be in condition for athletic use. The properties to be disposed of are all listed in detail in legal advertising elsewhere in this issue of the Farmer as required by state law. Briefly the various Properties to be disposed of are as follows: house in the northern part of town which has been used as a teacher residence in recent years. This house was purchased by the high school board during the war years and was made available for a teacher residence. The other parcel of land for sale consists of the property south of the turf. This parcel contains almost 12 acres and was purchased from the Fouch estate in 1939. The property consists of the land on which the baseball field, pheasant pens and FFA barn are now located. The board is also placing the old Principals house and garage up for bid for removal from the school grounds. One additional item to be disposed of is the Quonset hut. This building was used for teacher housing for a time and for the past several years was used as an extra shop classroom. The Unified School board adopted a policy at its formation to dispose of all surplus properties as rapidly as practically possible. The disposal of these properties is another step in that direction.

Williams Farmer 7/7/66 COMMISSIONED Sherman L. Mays, 22, son of Mr. and Mrs. George W. Mays, of Williams, was commissioned an army second lieutenant upon graduation from officer candidate school at Fort Eustis, Va. June 27. During the 23 week course Mays was trained in supervising the transportation of military personnel and equipment by rail, water, land and air. He received extensive instruction in transporting combat troops and supplies over jungle terrain. He was also trained in the operation and maintenance of vehicles used by the Transportation Corps. Lieutenant Mays entered the army in May 1965 and was last stationed in Alaska. The lieutenant was graduated from Williams High School in 1961. ◄

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CATHOLIC CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION 627 8th Street Williams “Meet & Greet Coffee Club” Every Third Sunday of the Month after 9:30 a.m. Mass Join us for refreshments and conversation

“California Women for Agriculture” (CWA) promote, and educate the importance of Agriculture. Meetings are held the 4th Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM. For more Information, contact Melodie Johnson at (530) 458-5130.

CELEBRATE RECOVERY Meets every Friday night at 6:30 P.M. at the First Presbyterian Church (north annex building) at 4th & Jay Streets in Colusa. CELEBRATE RECOVERY is a free program that addresses issues of alcoholism, codependency, drug addiction, and other hurts, habits and hang ups. CELEBRATE RECOVERY is open to anyone who is experiencing pain, brokenness, or just wants support and encouragement. We are an anonymous program. For further information, please call 458-2802.

ARBUCKLE REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE Become involved in your community. The month ARC Meetings are held the 1st Tuesday of every month at the ARC /APRD office 309 5th Street, Arbuckle.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN YOUR COMMUNITY! The citizens for a better Williams hold meetings the 4th Thursday of every month beginning at 6:00pm. meetings are held at the Williams City Hall, everyone is welcome!! PACIFIC FLYWAY QUILTERS The county’s quilt guild. monthly meetings will be held the 3rd Wednesday of every month. Meeting starts at 7:00pm located at the Colusa Masonic Hall 311- 5th street. CALLING ALL WOMEN OF AGRICULTURE Are you a woman dedicated to the survival of Agriculture? Unite as

COLUSA GRIEF SUPPORT OFFERED Trinity United Methodist Church, on the corner of 5th and Oak Streets, Colusa, is offering a free grief support group on the third Monday of each month at 7 p.m. For further information: 458-4509 or 458-4750 ELEANOR AZEVEDO MEMORIAL YOUTH EMPOWERMENT SERVICE (Y.E.S.) Offering funds to families suffering hardships, and would like to have their children involved in self enrichment activities. We can help with registration, safety equipment, and sponsor fees. If your child would like to participate in an activity such as scouts, recreational sports, camps, visual or performing arts, we would like to help fund those activities. Please contact Terri Rivera at the Colusa County One Stop Partnership 530-4580326 ext.109 for more information. Or email eam.yes17@yahoo.com to

receive an application. CAR SEAT SAFETY CLASSES Do you know what car seat is right for your child? Do you know how to properly install your child’s car seat? Is your child safe in your car? Colusa County Public Health can help! Certified child safety seat technicians are currently offering classes that will answer all your questions. The cost of the class is $20 and may qualify low income families for a free car seat.Classes are held monthly in English and Spanish. Space is limited so call ahead to reserve your space. Colusa County Public Health can be reached at 458-0380 CALIFORNIA SMOKERS HELPLINE: There are over 7,000 chemicals in cigarette smoke that can increase your risk of heart attack and death. If you wish to quit smoking, Colusa County Public Health invites you to call the California Smokers Helpline at 1-800-NO-BUTTS. Your medical provider can also help. Contact them and inquire about “Ask, Advise, & Refer.” A REMINDER FROM COLUSA COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH AND COLUSA COUNTY ANIMAL CONTROL If you or your animal has direct contact with a bat, or a bat is found in your sleeping area do not touch it with your bare hands, and do not freeze it but call Animal Control at

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CITY OF WILLIAMS MUSIC AT MUSEUM PARK FREE Outdoor Concert. Located in the Park behind the Museum on Vennice Street. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Dinner, Desert, and Refreshments. Bring your own chairs. July 7: Inside Straight. July 21: Book’em Dano. August 4: Bluesicians .

Colusa Fitness Triathlon 7 a.m. Lions Club Rubber DuckyRace 2 p.m. Colusa Fireworks Display Sacramento River at the State Recreation Area on the levee Begins at Dark

CITY OF COLUSA CONCERTS IN THE PARK FREE Outdoor Concert. Located at the 1oth & Market Street Park. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Dinner, Desert, and Refreshments. Bring your own chairs. July 14: Book’em Dano. July 28: Big Band Sound. August 11: Pine Ridge Bluegrass Band.

6 CRMC, INC. ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING CRMC campus 6pm, July 20, 2011

6 BOWLING FOR BOOBS Riverside Lanes - Colusa July 24, 2011

6 GRAND ISLAND FIRE DEPARTMENT TO HOST 4th OF JULY BREAKFAST The bi-annual 4th of July breakfast at the Grand Island Fire Department in Grimes - 8am to 11am. It is a donation only event. We will be serving eggs, pancakes, biscuits & gravy, bacon, sausage, ham, chorriso & eggs, fruit salad, assorted juices and coffee and more. Come enjoy a hot meal and support your local fire department.

6 ARBUCKLE PARKS AND RECREATION DIST. EVENTS AND PROGRAMS SUMMER 2011 Youth Flag Football, Volley Ball and Tennis Camp: Signups May 24 & 31, 5:30pm to 6:30pm. APRD Office 301 5th St. Adult Softball: Games to start June 12th. Teams need to be turned in by June 8th. $250 per team. Limit 15 people per team. Adult Volleyball: Open Gym Format. PHS Girls Gym. $25/Mo. or $5 Night. Tuesdays and Thursdays starting June 14.

6 AUXILIARY SCRUB SALE CRMC main lobby 8am - 4pm, September 7, 2011

6 FOUNDATION “SWING FOR LIFE” GOLF TOURNAMENT Colusa Golf Club, 11am shotgun, September 23, 2011

6 AUXILIARY HOLIDAY BOUTIQUE AND BAKE SALE CRMC main lobby, 8am - 1pm, November 18, 2011

6 AUXILIARY “BOOKS-R-FUN” SALE CRMC main lobby, 8 - 4pm, December 9, 2011

458-0200. Summer Reading Program Colusa County libraries will host a Summer Reading Program, taking readers of all ages on a reading trip around the globe, free of charge. Registration starts today at the main library, 738 Market St., Colusa and runs through June 8. Registration is also available for the Arbuckle, Grimes, Maxwell, Princeton, Stonyford and Williams libraries. For more information, visit www. countyofcolusa.com or call Lupe at 458-7671. WILLIAMS COMMUNITY CENTER ASSOCIATION ACTIVITIES Veteran’s Hall, 9th & ‘C’ Street • Williams, CA. To rent Veteran’s Hall contact: 530-501--3029. MONDAY NIGHT BINGO: Everyone Welcome! Early Bird Games Starting Time at 6:00 P.M. Regular Games Begin at 6:30 P.M. WE WILL NOT BE PLAYING ON 5TH MONDAYS THIS YEAR. Refreshments Available at Reasonable Prices, Home Made Desserts. Game Day: Third Wednesday of the month 1:00 PM. Join us June 15th and July 20th for our tournament of “ACES”. Win Prizes, Have Fun and Meet People! Movie Day: Fourth Wednesday of the month 1:00 PM. June 22, 2011: O Brother Where Art Thou? July 27, 2011: Driving Miss Daisy. Price: FREE. Refreshments: Popcorn, Soda & Candy are available at a low price. (Bring a Pillow-the seats are hard)

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death notices Lincoln Clark dennis Born: February 13, 1915 • Passed: May 28, 2011. Arrangements under the direction of McNary-Moore Funeral Services • Beverly findlay andreotti of Colusa Born: July 13, 1923 • Passed: June 11, 2011. Arrangements under the direction of McNaryMoore Funeral Services • Alice Smith Born: June 18, 1923 • Passed: June 11, 2011. Arrangements under the direction of McNary-Moore Funeral Services • Mary L. Scheiber Born: January 2, 1919 • Passed: June 17, 2011. Arrangements under the direction of McNary-Moore Funeral Services • Death Notices are published at no cost and information is published using public information sources. The WPR does not warrant the accuracy nor takes the responsability of the information placed in the Death Notices.

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california watch

dispite state law, teen’s miss out on P.E. CDFA Writer Erica Perez alifornia state law requires schools to provide middle school and high school student with 400 minutes of physical education every 10 day period, roughly 13 percent of every two week period. A report released by the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Center for Health Policy Research, based on the 2007 California Health Interview Survey, found that about 38 percent of students, ages 12 to 17, avoid PE during the school week and 80% of California teens fail to meet the current recommendations for physical activity. Reports released by the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), revealing that physical activity is linked to higher levels of health-related fitness, lower risk of developing chronic diseases, and increased mental alertness, make the study’s findings particularly troubling. Allison L. Diamant, coauthor of the study, said “The danger I see is especially among juniors and seniors in high school. It’s at that point in time that they’re really settling down into behaviors that will continue into adulthood.” ◄

SACRED HEART PARISH CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION A JOURNEY RICH IN FAITH Saturday, August 6, 2011 Maxwell Legion Hall

Mass 10: 00 AM With Most Rev. Rev Jaime Soto Bishop of the Diocese of Sacramento Followed By: Tri-tip Bar-B-Q Lunch Includes: Rice, Salad, Dessert & Drinks Tickets on Sale Now At Church of the Annunciation Parish office 617 8th Street • Williams OR After the masses starting June 11th until July 17th 2011 Adults: $10.00 Children (5-10 years) $5.00 Children (under 5 years) Free Donations Accepted Must Have a Ticket for Lunch • No Tickets Sold at the Door

Murry Schekman, assistant superintendent of secondary schools for the Pajaro Valley Unified School District in Watsonville, California, was surprised to find Santa Cruz County among the lowest scoring. “We think the PE curriculum is solid. We have huge issues here in the valley with diabetes. Where we may have less offerings is (grades) 10 through 12,” said Schekman. In December 2010, the California Court of Appeal ruled that parents can sue their children’s public school for administrative failure to provide the minimum amount of required physical education. Though the California Board of Education agreed with the plaintiffs in that case, the Board also indicated the state is too poor to enforce the requirements. “We have always had the view that the minutes are required. Unfortunately, due to the state budget crisis, we’ve never been funded to do the monitoring. It is up to local districts to comply with the law,” said Hilary McLean, spokeswoman for the California Department of Education. ◄

california statewide sales and use tax rate to decrease 1% Effective July 1, 2011, the one percent sales and use tax rate increase that was approved with the state budget and effective April 1, 2009, will expire lowering the statewide base tax rate from 8.25 percent to 7.25 percent. In areas where there are voter-approved district taxes, the total tax rate related to sales and purchases will be the statewide base tax rate of 7.25 percent plus the applicable district tax.

For a current listing of the California City and County Sales and Use Tax Rates visit (www.boe.ca.gov/ sutax/pam71.htm); Please note, if legislative action occurs which results in an extension of the 8.25% statewide base tax rate, updated tax rate information will be immediately available on the California City and County Sales and Use Tax Rates page of the BOE’s website. (www. boe.ca.gov/sutax/pam71.htm). ◄

special notice sales tax does not apply to city and county paper bag surcharges

ome cities and counties have enacted ordinances that prohibit certain retailers from providing plastic bags to customers. In addition to the ban on providing plastic bags, under certain ordinances, the customer is generally required to pay the retailer a specific amount for each paper bag the customer is provided. These ordinances typically impose the charge upon the customer. Some

of these ordinances specifically require that the retailer indicate on the customer’s receipt the number of paper bags provided and the total amount charged for the paper bags. Under these circumstances, this charge is imposed by the local jurisdiction upon the customer, not the retailer. As such, this charge is not included in the retailer’s gross receipts and is not subject to sales or use tax. ◄

Colusa County Property Sales

recipes by blanca Cobbler - Cobblers are an American deep-dish fruit dessert or pie with a thick crust (usually a biscuit crust) and a fruit filling (such as peaches, apples, berries). Some versions are enclosed in the crust, while others have a drop-biscuit or crumb topping.

the batter is no longer shiny. BLACKBERRY COBBLER 1 stick Butter 1-¼ cup Sugar 1 cup Self-Rising Flour 1 cup Milk 2 cups Blackberries (frozen Or Fresh)

EASY BLACKBERRY COBBLER 6-8 cups blackberries 1/2 cup sugar 1 box yellow cake mix 1 teaspoon cinnamon 2 tablespoons sugar Combine blackberries and 1/2 cup sugar; spoon into a greased 9x13inch baking pan. Prepare cake mix according to package directions, but with half the water called for. Pour over fruit. Combine cinnamon and 2 tablespoons sugar; sprinkle over batter. Bake in the oven at 350 for 25-30 minutes, or until the center of

Melt butter in a microwavable dish. Pour 1 cup of sugar and flour into a mixing bowl, whisking in milk. Mix well. Then pour in melted butter and whisk it all well together. Butter a baking dish. Now rinse and pat dry the blackberries. Pour the batter into the buttered baking dish. Sprinkle the blackberries over the top of the batter. Sprinkle ¼ cup sugar over the top. Bake in the oven at 350 for 1 hour or until golden and bubbly. Optional: add ½ tsp cinnamon and ½ tsp sugar over the cobbler 10 minutes before it’s done.

homes sold the month of may 2011 Address

City

139 Cynthia Dr.

Colusa

436 8th Street 57 E. Oak St. 1575 Neva Ave 740 Clay Street 301 Jeremy Way 909 Oak Street 963 8th Stret

Colusa Colusa Colusa Colusa Colusa Colusa Williams

740 Mallard 911 Larch 5415 Pumphouse Rd. 536 Butte View 1212 Hall Street 206 Balsdon 86 Midway 161 Wildcat Rd 1116 Michael Ct. 247 Wildwood Rd.

Williams Williams Williams Williams Arbuckle Grimes Arbuckle Stonyford Arbuckle Arbuckle

Yr. Built 1960

1,080

BD/ BA 3/2

Lot Size 0.22

$110,000

1932 1966 1975 1977 1993 1908 1960

1,622 1,422 2,176 1,400 1,543 2,981 2,023

3/1 2/2 4/3 2/2 3/2 4/4 4/3

0.11 0.27 1.33 0.18 0.18 0.22 0.43

$115,000 $140,000 $145,000 $145,000 $232,000 $432,500 $90,000

2005 2007 1999 2003 2004 1920 1983 1984 2005 2000

2,004 2,252 1,200 1,510 1,160 1,200 990 1,056 1,736 3,641

4/3 5/3 3/2 3/2 3/2 3/2 3/1 2/2 3/2 5/4

0.15 0.14 10.84 0.15 0.14 0.20 0.14 0.55 0.56 10.03

$155,000 $175,000 $205,000 $157,000 $130,000 $106,000 $73,000 $65,000 $195,000 $699,000

Sq.FT

Price

The above properties were listed and sold by various MLS agents. Statistics and representation are based in part on data supplied by Multiple Listing Services. Information provided is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data maintained by the MLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market.

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AGRICULTURE b CALIFORNIA DECLARES CONTAINMENT OF EQUINE HERPES VIRUS (EHV-1) OUTBREAK

he recent disease outbreak of the neuropathogenic strain of Equine Herpes Virus -1 (EHV-1) associated with the horses that attended the National Cutting Horse Associations Western National Championships in Ogden, UT is contained. Containment is based on the fact that California has gone more than 14 days from the last clinical case onset date without a confirmed clinical case of EHV-1. “I want to thank California’s horse owners and veterinarians for their prompt and thorough actions to isolate and monitor exposed animals and contain this outbreak of EHV-1,” said State Veterinarian Dr. Annette Whiteford. “We also owe the success of this project in part to the outstanding isolation biosecurity measures implemented by horse facility managers, show/event managers and other professionals who work with and care for horses.” It is important that the California horse owners remain vigilant as there is always risk of disease when horses of unknown health status are commingled at one location. Consistent, basic biosecurity practices play an important role in reducing risk of exposure to diseases such as influenza,

strangles, pigeon fever, or equine herpes virus. By implementing the biosecurity measures below, you can minimize disease risk: Minimize horse nose-to-nose contact with horses of unknown disease status. Don’t share equipment including buckets, tack and grooming equipment. Avoid using communal water troughs. Fill water buckets directly from the faucet to eliminate potential hose contamination. Limit human contact between horses or wash hands or use hand sanitizer between horse contacts. Prior to returning home from an event, clean and disinfect all equipment, including trailer, clothing, tack grooming supplies. Isolate all new horses or horses returning home for a minimum of three weeks. Isolation means no direct contact with other horses or humans and no indirect contact via shared equipment. Consult your veterinarian to establish appropriate vaccination for your horse(s). Horse owners are strongly encouraged to consult their veterinarian regarding these steps and others to determine how best to reduce the risk of your horse acquiring an infectious disease. ◄

CALIFORNIA STATE BOARD OF FOOD AND AGRICULTURE TO DISCUSS FARM BILL PRIORITIES AT JUNE 29 MEETING

he California State Board of Food and Agriculture will address the upcoming farm bill at its meeting on Wednesday, June 29, 2011. The meeting will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the California Department of Food and Agriculture, 1220 N Street – Main Auditorium, Sacramento, CA 95814.

While due to be reauthorized in 2012, the evolving federal budget talks have led to efforts to write a farm bill in 2011. “The farm bill is critical not only for California’s farmers and ranchers but for all Californians,” said CDFA Secretary Karen Ross. “This national legislation supports vital nutritional programs, provides

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funding for agricultural research and conservation, and assists farmers in addressing on-farm challenges.” The farm bill funds a variety of federal programs that support food and agriculture nationwide. The legislation expires every five years providing an opportunity to review and revise priorities and programs impacting nutrition, conservation, research, plant and animal health and other programs critical to supporting a diverse farm economy. Speakers at the meeting will include Dorene D’Adamo, Office of Congressman Dennis Cardoza; Val Dolcini, State Executive Director, USDA Farm Service Agency; Lincoln E. Burton, State Conservationist, USDA Natural Resource Conservation Service; Robert Guenther, Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance; Tim Johnson, California Rice Commission; and a variety of representatives from California’s

agricultural community. A complete list of speakers is available at: http:// www.cdfa.ca.gov/State_Board/ “With budget pressures at the federal level, the national farm bill discussion will not be easy,” said Craig McNamara, president of the California State Board of Food and Agriculture. “California needs to have an active role in developing this legislation and I look forward to working with the agricultural community to advance our priorities.” The California State Board of Food and Agriculture advises the Governor and CDFA Secretary. The State Board conducts forums that bring together local, state, and federal government officials, agricultural representatives, and citizens to discuss current issues of concern to California agriculture. ◄

QUARANTINE DECLARED IN APTOS AREA OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY FOLLOWING DETECTIONS OF EUROPEAN GRAPEVINE MOTH

tate and federal agricultural officials have declared an 87-square-mile quarantine after the detection of two European grapevine moths (EGVM) in insect traps in the Aptos area of Santa Cruz County. Officials have begun the process of meeting with growers and notifying related businesses in the affected area, and working with them to complete compliance agreements that determine how crops, plants, harvesting equipment and other tools must be handled to prevent the spread of the pest. “The quarantine allows us to protect surrounding areas by preventing movement of the insects on crops, harvesting equipment and related articles.” said CDFA Secretary Karen Ross. “It’s an important step toward controlling and eventually eradicating an infestation.” The quarantine includes the Aptos area and the northern part of Watsonville. A map of the quarantine area is available online at: http://w w w.cdfa.ca.gov/phpps/ PE/ InteriorExclusion/egvm_quarantine.

html (scroll down to the heading “Quarantine Maps.”) The pest was first detected in California in late 2009 in Napa County, leading to a quarantine covering portions of Napa, Sonoma and Solano counties. Smaller quarantines have since been declared following detections of more isolated infestations in Mendocino, Santa Clara, Fresno, Merced and San Joaquin counties. The quarantines cover approximately 2,000 square miles. The quarantines primarily affect farmers as well as those who harvest, transport and otherwise process or handle grapes and other crops. Residents are also affected by the quarantine. Those who have grapes, stone fruit trees (peaches, plums, etc.) and other host plants for this pest in their yards are asked to harvest and consume their fruit on-site to further limit the risk of spreading the pest. Residents who have questions about the pest or the quarantine are encouraged to call CDFA’s Pest Hotline at 1-800-4911899. ◄

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new events, acts shine at the colusa county fair

he 72nd annual Colusa County Fair had a great run this year according to Fair CEO Carolan Meek. “We added a lot of new events and venues to this year’s fair, and the fair patrons seemed very pleased with it all,” she said. “One of the biggest ‘draws’ and best received venues was the addition of the Premier Mushroom L.P. Demonstration Stage in Festival Hall,” said Meek. Premier Mushroom L.P., the local mushroom farm sponsored the stage. The Commodity Cook-Off on the stage awarded Alma Hickel of Colusa the $250 best of show for her walnut pie. Gerry Yarwood of Colusa won first place in his division (tomatoes) for his sausage vegetable dish. This year’s judges were Chef Keith Erickson of Colusa Casino Resort and Cynthia Peterson and Barbara Scheimer of Arbuckle. Chef Erickson also provided a cooking demonstration, as did Gino’s Steak House, Tommy’s Market Street Grill, Louis Cairo’s, Sylvia Davis of Meridian, and Mark Rablin, chef at Colusa Shooting Club. Bob Murphy, a representative of Premier Mushrooms L.P. commented that they could not have been happier with how the events on stage turned out. “This is just a great event,” he said. New to the fair this year was the Captain Jack Spareribs. The “captain” delighted young and old alike at his performances in Kid’s World, but he and his sidekick could also be seen visiting with fair patrons throughout the days on the

grounds. The Butterfly Experience was also new this year. Meek said it was a wonderful exhibit and at the end of the fair, 4000 butterflies were released on the grounds. “Hopefully, we now have a butterfly colony,” she said. Antique Alley, was added this year with the completion of the new community center on the grounds. “This was a great venue to showcase the history of the county, and of the fair,” said Meek. Sebastian Sidi and “His Smokin Piano” proved a hit as well. “We anticipate that all of these events and acts will be returning in 2012,” said Meek. Meek further commented that the fair is all about fun and entertainment, but is also a tremendous education element. This year, with the assistance of a grant provided through CAPC (Child Abuse Prevention Center), Trisha Gustafson-Ayala from Colusa’s Art to Grow By Studio provided youth visiting the fair with artistic instruction. “At this free event, Trisha provided the young visitors with various art activities,” said Meek. “This was a welcomed place for parents and children alike,” she said. Overall, Meek said the fair was very successful. “We are just so excited about how well the new venues were accepted, and we are so very appreciative of the hundreds of volunteers and sponsors who stepped up to lend a hand this year,” she said. ◄

Alma and Chef Keith - Chef Keith Erickson, Executive Chef for Colusa Casino Resort congratulates Alma Hickel of Colusa for her best of show entry of walnut pie in the 2011 Colusa County Fair Commodity Cook-off. (Submitted Photo)

Premier Mushroom L.P. human resources director Laura Deniz looks on as her son (and helper) Antonio Garcia hands off flats of fresh cut Premier Mushrooms to Tommy Indrieri. Indrieri, owner of Tommy's Market Street Grill in Colusa used the mushrooms in dishes he prepared on the Premier Mushroom L.P. Demonstration Stage during the Colusa County Fair. (Submitted Photo)

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