July/August 2014 Issue

Washington State Grange News August/September 2014 Informing Grangers Since 1912 103rd Year No. 8

The rain held off just long enough to allow the attendees of the 125th annual session of the Washington State Grange to gather for a group picture. The photo was taken at the park adjacent the convention site, The Red Lion Vancouver at the Quay. Check out the extra color pages in this edition to see all the action from the historic event, held June 24-28. Five inducted into the State Grange Hall of Fame The State Grange Executive Com- in the creation of the Washington State Albert S. Goss was the seventh Mas- co Grange in Snohomish County and mittee has named five past members of Grange and was the Order’s first State ter of the Washington State Grange, served as Snohomish County Deputy the Grange to the newly created State Master, serving in that position 1889 to guiding the Order through the tough Master from 1973 to 1983. He was a Grange Hall of Fame. 1895. He was the first Master of Maple years of the Great Depression. He GIA agent and served for many years The Hall of Fame was created via Grove and Washougal Granges, served served from 1922 to 1933 in that role, on their board of directors. He was resolution at the 2013 state conven- in the Territorial Legislature and was a and became the National Grange Mas- active in the dairy industry and was a tion in Ocean Shores. It was created to Justice of the Peace in Washougal. He ter in 1941, serving there until 1950. member of the National Holstein Asso- honor those whose contributions to the served on the State Executive Com- He was also a Federal Land Bank ciation, Kiwanis and the FFA, and ex- Grange have had a long standing posi- mittee from 1895 to 1899 and again Commissioner from 1933 to 1940. He hibited award winning Holsteins at the tive impact on the Order. from 1905 to 1907. He organized five is credited with bringing the PUD ini- Evergreen State Fair for many years. The 2014 honorees include David Granges and recommended the forma- tiative to fruition. Ella Rubens joined Silverdale Russell, Albert Goss, Fred Chamber- tion of a “mutual fire insurance compa- Fred Chamberlain was a dedicated Grange in 1950. At the time, the hall lain, Ella Rubens and Don Steffen. ny,” which became the Grange Insur- Grange member who made his mark was small, so she and her husband drew David L. Russell was instrumental ance Association. working with the legislature. He was up plans to expand it. Once approved, a charter member of Puyallup Grange, the hall wound up tripling in size. She and was the first Master of the Pierce was the first femal insurance agent in October issue deadline – September 2 County Pomona Grange from 1910 to Silverdale, drawing up GIA policies. 1915 and again in 1922. He served on Ella was treasurer of her Grange for the State Executive Committee from 30 years and master for 10. She was a 1928 to 1943 and also served as a State driving force behind the Grange’s 840 Grange Deputy Master. He was known Club, which was dedicated to collect- for his legislative efforts, particularly ing funds to pay off the debt owed on when it came to the PUD initiative. State Grange headquarters. The result Donald Steffen was a Seventh De- of her efforts directly led to the debt be- gree Golden Sheath member of Tual- ing cleared early in 2002. 2 WASHINGTON STATE GRANGE NEWS GRANGE HISTORY, PART 25 Your submissions needed to keep monthly historical article going By Helen Gardner called the old warhorse of the Grange. He The 125th Washington State Grange organized 22 Granges and helped start the convention is over and therefore, history. Pierce County Pomona Grange, of which I would like to take this opportunity to he was the first master. His work at the thank all you for your support regarding state level included services on a multitude the historical articles of the past nearly of committees, including Finance, Resolu- two years. I would also like to thank all the tions, Good Roads, Political Duties, Tem- women who donated Rose Drill dresses or perance, Education, Dormant Granges, and sent them for the display at convention. I Entertainment, but it was on the Legislative received many compliments. However, I Committe for 30 years between 1917 and would be remiss if I did not acknowledge 1947 that he most made his mark. He was Heather Ferguson and all a staunch advocate for the hours she spent help- the Grange’s priorities, ing pull this display and most particularly the long the historical display to- fight for public utility dis- gether (pro bono). We tricts. Chester Thompson, (Above) State Master Duane Hamp presents gift bags to the current slate of not only got professional himself a very prominent Washington State FFA officers after their presentation. (Below) State Master help and advice but she Granger, is credited in Duane Hamp delivers his annual address to the delegates and guests attend- graciously forfeited her Ira Shea’s autobiography ing the annual convention. usual fee. I feel especially with remarking on Cham- glad she was willing to berlain’s great courage in lend her expertise. I would fighting the entrenched also like to thank her par- interests in Olympia. Ac- ents, Rick and Terry Fer- cording to Shea, a “story guson, for their support is told that one day a and help in setting up the legislator on the floor of displays. Thank you also to Lucy Vest for the House of Representatives cried out, her support and contributions. Of course, ‘There’s Fred Chamberlin sitting up there without the support at home from my hus- in the gallery. In the summertime he raises band, John (who helped me haul dresses, berries and in the wintertime he raises hell artifacts, dress forms, and countless other with the Legislature!’” Shea also noted that small things that add up to big things) and Chamberlain “was an inspiration to me, a my son, Jarrod (who lent advice, construc- person to whom I could always turn for tive criticism, research, and wrote some of counsel.” the historical articles) these displays would not have happened. THANK YOU! When he died, Fred Chamberlain was the only deceased member to receive a If the history article feature is something full-page tribute in the next session’s Jour- that you like seeing in the Grange News, nal of Proceedings (1948). In part, it stated it will be necessary to have some submis- that “Brother Chamberlain stood shoulder sions to retain it as a monthly endeavor. to shoulder with our great State Master Without some participation from the mem- Kegley, daring to defy the powerful selfish bers, it is likely to become only a periodic interests which at that time controlled the sight. I have been thinking that it would legislature. In spite of ridicule and abuse, be a good idea to know more about the Brother Chamberlain courageously at- Granges in each county. If anyone would tacked and shamed these corrupt interests, like to write up a brief article about his or particularly in the field of public power her county’s experience with the Grange, legislation. He never took credit for his ac- that would be wonderful. Other history complishments, but rather spoke of them articles are always appreciated. Different as achievements of the Grange. Few men perspectives and areas of interest can make have given greater service to the Grange this a feature to be enjoyed for years. and their fellow men.

I understand that only one article was “Brother Chamberlain reached into our entered for the resolution passed last year hearts and left there certain treasures and to honor deceased Grange members who lessons that will never be forgotten. If his contributed to the foundation of the Grange eternal wealth can be measured by the es- we know today. This year we would like to teem of those left behind, then he occupies feature Brother Fred Chamberlain. This is a most exalted position in the Great Grange the submission for him: Above.” His extraordinary dedication and Fred J. Chamberlain success in implementing Grange goals September 19, 1857-January 10, 1948 through determination and perseverance Puyallup Grange #377, Pierce County are worthy of commemoration. (charter member) Master (first) of Pierce County Pomona Grange #16 for seven years (1910-1915 Camper Club News & 1922); member of Washington State Grange Executive Committee 15 years (1928-1943); State Grange deputy master. OLY ROLLERS Fred J. Chamberlain was a longtime The club held an outing at Ocean Shores Pomona Calendar leader in the Washington State Grange and in June. Talk to Diane Williams if you are a tireless advocate for its interests, often interested in joining the group. CHELAN �� Aug. 16 at Rocky Reach Dam; noon picnic. CLALLAM �� Sept. 23 at Fairview; 7 p.m. meeting. CLARK �� Sept. 10 at Washington; 6 p.m. potluck, 7 p.m. meeting. Sept. 26 at Minnehaha; 10 a.m. Family Living/Lecturer conference. Sept. 28 at Cowlitz Prairie; 2 p.m. Tri-County meeting. Degree work. Moving? Let us know! COWLITZ �� Aug. 16 at Silver Lake; 1 p.m. picnic. Sept. 20 at Woodland; 6:30 p.m. potluck, 7:30 p.m. meeting. Old Address (label should be on reverse of this form) LEWIS �� Aug. 23 at Hope; 6 p.m. potluck, 7 p.m. meeting. Sept. 27 at Baw Faw; 6 p.m. potluck, 7 p.m. meeting. MASON �� Sept. 20 at The Agate; 11 a.m. meeting, noon potluck. New Address PEND OREILLE �� Aug. 9 at Davis Lake; 10 a.m. meeting, noon potluck. PIERCE �� Aug. 23 at Elk Plain; 10 a.m. meeting. SNAKE RIVER �� Sept. 20 at Burbank; 10 a.m. meeting. Please mail to: SPOKANE �� Sept. 20 at Spring Hill; 10 a.m. meeting, noon potluck. Your Name Grange News STEVENS �� Sept. 27 at Stranger Creek; 11 a.m. meeting, noon potluck. PO Box 1186 THURSTON �� Aug. 7 at McLane; 7 p.m. meeting. Aug. 24 at Black Lake; 1:30 p.m. Grange Name & Number Olympia, WA Golden Sheaf, Silver Star recognition. 98507-1186 YAKIMA �� July 20 at Fruitvale; 1 p.m. picnic. Sept. 19 at Tieton; 6 p.m. potluck, 7 p.m. meeting. AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2014 3 Viewpoint Master thanks members for 2014’s Study up on the candidates, ‘amazing’ 125th annual convention issues before Aug. 5 primary By Holli Johnson say this enough: turnout is everything! Get- I would like to take this opportunity to again applaud the work of the 125th Legislative Director ting the word out and publicizing the event Anniversary Committee, the 125th annual Convention Committee and of our It’s hard to believe it is August already. is crucial. Signs, flyers and newsletters are members for the amazing 125th annual convention of the Washington State This year Washington State’s top two pri- a great start, and don’t forget about social Grange in June. Amazing, you ask? Yes, amazing. Amazing in regard to the mary election is Aug. 5; you should have media like Facebook and Twitter. Make attendance and involvement, the variety of events, the passionate and respect- already received your ballot in the mail contact with your local news outlets, ask ful discussion of resolutions and policy, the well-done exemplification of the and, and for some them to promote the event in a community you, you have al- events calendar or with public service an- six degrees, the sheer numbers and quality of the contest entries on display, ready voted and nouncements. You should also ensure the the amount raised by our Junior Grangers mailed your ballot media is invited and kept informed of the for the Summit Assistance Dog project, the back. candidates confirmed and the structure of quantity of items collected by our youth This year’s gen- the event. for their Keep Washington Warm project, eral election will When planning the event make sure it is the beauty of the Rose Drill display and be on Nov. 4 and well known that the Grange is a non-parti- so much more. I was so proud to be a part while November san organization. Finally, the day of your of such a great event and I can’t remem- feels like a long event, remind your moderator of the format ber ever having so many members express way into the fu- Holli Johnson you have decided, as well as any ground what a great time they had. ture it will be here rules you expect from the candidates and Please make it a point to share the posi- before we know audience members. it. Getting to know your candidates outside I hope I have inspired some of you to tive energy you experienced at convention of political advertising is important as an host a candidate forum. If you have ques- with those members who were unable to informed voter. A great way to do that is tions about putting one together, contact attend. Let them know that the Washing- convince your local or Pomona Grange to Grange headquarters. ton State Grange is working hard to ensure host a candidate forum. These events are that their voice is heard, that their concerns great tools to get to know the candidates, are known and that we continue to look for not to mention to get your community to better ways to serve, to grow, to influence your Grange hall. I know there are many Pomona News Duane Hamp and to lead. Granges across the state that host candi- I look forward to the rest of summer and date nights, but if it has been awhile since of Junior Grange camps, Grange picnics, fairs and fair booths. This is a won- your Grange sponsored such an event now COWLITZ COUNTY derful time to share what our Granges are doing with our friends, family and is the time to start planning. Pomona did well at the state convention Hosting a candidate forum does not have in the Lecturer contests. Yvonne Knuth of neighbors who aren’t yet Grange members. Make it a point to invite these to be a daunting task if you follow some folks to one of these events which will allow them to get to know what the Sunnyside Grange got an outstanding Lec- key steps. First is to start planning early, turer award. In the community service con- Grange does outside of a meeting setting. These events also provide a great which means right now. Setting a time and opportunity to ask non-members to help out on a project with which they have test, Rose Valley Grange took fourth place date should be the first task. Contacting in one category, Catlin got second in an- an interest or special skill set. candidates and clearing proposed dates other and Pleasant Hill took first for large As our beautiful Evergreen State continues to be ravaged by wildfires I urge with candidate calendars and other com- Granges. The Pleasant Hill Grange com- our Granges to take the lead in local, community-based efforts to meet and munity events is important to ensure a munity service book will go to the National assist with the needs of our neighbors who have lost homes, crops, livestock, good turnout. Grange convention in November. Cameron businesses, and in some cases, hope. A shoulder to lean on, a meal (or two or Next and probably one of the most im- and Blake Svenson, nominated by Pleasant three), a few hours of labor to rebuild a fenceline; these are things that Grang- portant is deciding on a format for the Hill Grange, were awarded as volunteers ers do best and why I love being a Granger. event. It is important that the event keeps of the year. an even-handed treatment of candidates THURSTON COUNTY Together, we can and will make a difference! and pays attention to content and conduct Pomona will have their hamburger booth of the meeting; this will ensure a success- at the Thurston County Fair July 30-Aug. ful event. 3. Members are encouraged to come out, Which leads me into another important work a shift, buy a meal and support their component: A good moderator. A good Grange. There will also be a table display moderator can ensure your event runs smoothly. Choosing someone outside of in the Sharp building. Members are mak- ranGe the proposed district is best, but someone ing pies to sell at a truck show in Tumwa- G that understands the non-partisan nature of ter Aug. 9. A business meeting will be held the event will work well. Moderators will Aug. 7 at 7 p.m. at McLane Grange. The ord Search work to ensure each candidate does not go Silver Star and Golden Sheaf recognition over the allotted time, and questions and potluck will be held at Black Lake Grange W answers are thoughtful and on topic. It Aug. 24 at 1:30 p.m. Old TracTOr ManufacTuers would be in your best interest to also have several volunteers that can help with time- keeping, greeting guests and handling pub- licity. Attendance will be one of the most important aspects of your event. Sit down (USPS) 226-060 with organizers and come up with a strat- P.O. Box 1186 egy for getting people to the forum. I can’t Olympia, WA 98507-1186 (360) 943-9911 • (800) 854-1635 Fax (360) 357-3548 www.wa-grange.org www.wagrangenews.org Grange E-mail Addresses Duane Hamp, Executive Editor Dan Hammock, Editor • State Master Duane Hamp: [email protected] WASHINGTON STATE GRANGE NEWS • Holli Johnson, Legislative Director: (ISSN: 1070-4442) is published monthly [email protected] except for September for and by the Wash- • Sophia Keller, Executive Assis- ington State Grange, 924 S. Capitol Way, tant: [email protected] Olympia, WA 98501-1210. Member of the • Rebecca Scott, Receptionist: Pacific Grange Group, comprised of Wash- [email protected] ington State Grange News, Oregon Grange • Cherri Crain, supplies: Bulletin and California Grange News. Sub- [email protected] scription price to Grange members: $3.02 • Patti Cochran, Accountant: per year (from dues). Nonmember price: [email protected] $5.25 per year; $9.00 two years; $13.75 • Dan Hammock, Grange News: three years. Periodicals postage paid at [email protected] Olympia, WA and additional entry offices. • Nancy Drake, Membership Re- POSTMASTER: Send change of cords: [email protected] address to – WASHINGTON STATE AVERY FARMALL MINNEAPOLIS MOLINE JOHN DEERE GRANGE NEWS, P.O. Box 1186, FORDSON FORD CASE BEST Olympia, WA 98507-1186. COOP ALLIS CHALMERS FERGUSON SAMSON OLIVER RUMELY LEADER CLETRAC MCCORMOCK HOLT COCKSHUTT HART PARR General: [email protected] Printed on recycled paper with soy ink 4 WASHINGTON STATE GRANGE NEWS Once again, youth department impresses at state convention By Jerry Gwin lips Grange) placed second in the prepared State Youth Director speech contest. Nick will now compete at Thank you to all who worked to support the regional contest in Montana. Nick also the youth department at this year’s state placed first for the Radio Spot Speech Con- session. Leah Bardal was this year’s host test and will also compete at the regional committee chair. level in that contest. She did an excel- For impromptu speeches, ages 13-19, lent job of fulfill- Nick Oliver placed first, Rachel Fricke ing the needs of (McIntosh) placed second, and Jacob Gwin the youth depart- (Humptulips) placed third. Aaron Gwin ment. (Humptulips) placed first in the 20-29 year The youth group old class. Marvin Oliver (Collins) placed wants to thank all first for 30 or more years of age, while of the Granges Karen Jackson (Edgewood) placed sec- that supported our ond and Chuck Prochaska (Deer Lagoon) Keep Washington Jerry Gwin placed third. Warm project this The winners of this year’s Spirit of Youth year. We collected Award were Ted and Zula Bryan of Pleas- more than 2,600 items at the convention. ant Hill Grange. We sorted the wide variety of hats, gloves, Thank you to all who supported the mittens, socks, and scarves and divided youth department by selling raffle tickets them among the host counties in the South- and donating items for the auction. We west District. We will continue this project were able to raise a good amount of funds in 2015, with next year’s items going to the that will assist in sending our delegation to host counties in the Central District. Start the National Grange convention. making those hats now and bring them to We have an upcoming deadline for na- the convention in Ellensburg. tional youth contests. All applications for The 2014 Washington State Grange the National Grange Youth Officer Team Youth Ambassadors are Leah Bardal of and John Trimble Legislative Experience Pleasant Hill Grange and Nick Oliver of are due to me by Aug. 15. I also need the Collins Grange. Leah and Nick will be at- list of youth achievement awards for each tending the regional conference in Mon- Marjorie Willenberg and Tena Hedges delivered toys to Mrs. A’s class at tana and then travelling to represent our of your members at that time. I will add the state letters of recommendation and put Lower Columbia College Head Start Program in Longview. There were four state at the National Grange Convention in classes of 17 kids; the ladies of Catlin Grange made 68 toys for them. Sandusky, Ohio. all applications and lists in the mail to the For the public speaking contest, Nick Ol- national youth director before the national iver placed first and Robin Cozad (Humptu- deadlines. From the beginning, supporting the private the Grange was an enterprise system. The organization developed success of these to protect farmer’s cooperative efforts led Talented Grangers on interests and to to many ventures, one We encourage working cooperative venture display at 2014 session with others while that still exists today - Proudly Endorse Grange Insurance Association By Tom Gwin excellent job of lining up judges. Judy Grange Insurance State Lecturer Steigmann lined up the entertainment for Association Your State Grange Proudly Endorses GIA This year’s State Grange convention the delegate session. We had a large set up Quality Insurance Products proved once again that Grange members crew who got the display tables and pho- Competitive Pricing across the state are certainly talented. The to panels set up quickly. Because of their Professional Prompt Claims Service Lecturer displays featured 372 art/craft work, we were able to accept entries early For Preferred Risks entries, 280 photographs, and 294 poems. again this year. Thank you so much for fill- To locate an agent near you call 800-247.2643 or log on to Crafts and poetry were slightly down, while ing the needs of the Lecturer department at www.grange.com and use the agent photos were the same as in 2014. Our dis- the convention. To all of those who entered locator. play room was full and we were bulging at contests, delivered entries and attended our the seams. Thank you to all participants for activities, I appreciate your support of our your outstanding programs. entries. We appre- Thank you, also, to those who contrib- Grange Exchange ciate your willing- uted to our fund raising efforts. The lectur- ness to share your er department raised $1,685 from the live talents with us! auction, $900 from the silent auction, and The talent show $300 in novelty sales. The funds will go to- WANTED WANTED was another con- ward Lecturer programs over the next year. vention highlight. While our contests are over for this year, WANTED: Red Wing stoneware www.IBuyGasPumps.com Kyle Hitchcock, we still have plenty of work to do as lectur- and any advertisement an 18-year old vo- ers. Fairs are coming soon. Take the time stoneware. Joe, (253) 537-9747. www.IBuyOldSigns.com calist from Broad- to plan and design a creative display for WANTED: Antique American ANY SIZE! ANY CONDITION! ANY- way Grange in your fair. Community service projects will motorcycle parts; antique mechanical WHERE! Yakima County, Tom Gwin continue throughout the year. Before we slot machine parts; Model A complete will represent realize it, we will be planning our booster or parts. Will pay reasonable prices. #610 Tyler Granger ‘Dave’ comes to [email protected], (360) 896-5227. you and will pay fair cash prices for Washington at the programs and Christmas parties. Involve as Antique signs and service station/ WANTED: Antque flywheel gasoline National Grange Convention in Sandusky, many people as you can in the process. It gas/oil items from OLD Auto, Marine, Ohio. The alternate for the national show will make your job much easier. hit and miss engines (Economy, Fairbanks, Morse, etc.) (360) Aero, Farm, RR and Racing. 1900-1970 is Brian Ellard, a country vocalist from Best wishes for a fruitful summer! 748-7643, cell (360) 520-6324. gas pumps & related. (509) 847-5893 Sequim Prairie Grange in Clallam County. During the Talent Show, we collected more than $700 to help send our winner to the Let us help you buy or sell with a classified ad! CresComm InterNET Services National Talent Show. Qwest DSL • Nationwide 56k Cost per word one month 4 or more The State Grange will be represented Regular $ .30 $ .25 Dial-up Access Boxed .60 .50 in the National Grange Photo Contest by www.crescomm.net • 800-562-0036 Erica Cozad, a 20-year old member from Centered or reversed text $1.50/line [email protected] Minimum for one month $3.75 Humptulips Grange. Pleasant Hill Grange Word count: A hyphen, space or / creates separate words, except for phone numbers which will represent us in the Community Service count as one word. Contest. The National Grange Showcase of Deadline: First Monday in each month. Ads must be paid in advance. (Tear sheets not sent for Excellence will feature a pieced wooden classified.) bird made by Al Meyer of Burbank Grange Ad copy (or attach copy) ______and a folded paper card box made by Leslie CLARK’S CHAMBERS Jo Wells of Tualco Grange. BED & BREAKFAST INN ______Bob and Glenda Clark Thank you to all who contributed to make ______the convention successful for the Lecturer 322 Clark Rd., Sequim, WA 98382 • (360) 683-4431 [email protected] department. Debbie Richards Gwin was No. words ______@ rate $ .______x # months ______= $______(enclosed) our host committee chairman and did an AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2014 5

Executive Committeeman Rick Nelson leads the annual departments auction June 26 in the ballroom at the Red Lion at the Quay.

Just before her passing, Deputy at Large Glenda Clark had the honor of or- dering plaques recognizing two Granges that have attended each and every state convention for the past 100 years straight. State Master Duane Hamp presented the plaques to representatives from Happy Valley Grange in King County (center) and The Agate Grange in Mason County.

Helen Gardner and her team spent the year before the 125th convention collecting Rose Drill dresses from years gone by. Among them, at left, was the dress worn by Margaret Ohlsen at the Ev- erett session in 1966. Underneath the hem of the dress is a picture of her and husband Butch at that session. Above, three examples. The dress on the far right was worn by Glenda Clark at the 1963 session in Port Angeles. Below the hem of the dress is a picture of her and two others who participated in the drill that year. 6 WASHINGTON STATE GRANGE NEWS Grangers’ talent on display at the 125th annual convention

Grange Websites www.wa-grange.org www.wagrangenews.org www.nationalgrange.org www.nationalgrangeyouth.org www.nationaljuniorgrange.org And be sure to like us on Facebook! AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2014 7

Your 2014 Program Handbook is Nearby

This year’s Washington State Grange Program Hand- WASHINGTON STATE GRANGE book is available through de- PROGRAM HANDBOOK 2014 partment heads and as an online publication. It is right at your fingertips at any time on the State Grange website.

WASHINGTON STATE GRANGE P.O. BOX 1186 Refer to the Handbook often 924 CAPITOL WAY SOUTH #300 OLYMPIA, WA 98507 (360) 943-9911 (800) 854-1635 for details about contests and www.wa-grange.org www.wagrangenews.org e-mail: programs from each Grange [email protected] department. Valuable information about Grange Founda- tion and GIA scholarships is also in the handbook.

http://www.wa-grange.org/ ProgramHandbook2014.pdf Download the Handbook file to your PC for ready access. 8 WASHINGTON STATE GRANGE NEWS Youth, Juniors active at 2014 convention

Using doggie banks made by Laura Lyle, Junior Grangers have been collecting money to benefit Summit Assistance Dogs all year. At the annual convention in June, they presented donations totaling more than $2,100 to the organization, which “empowers people with disabilities to greater heights by providing highly skilled mobility, hearing and therapy dogs.” The Junior Grangers always brighten up the session with their enthusiasm and youthful energy. Here the current slate of Junior officers pose by the pool at the convention site in Vancouver.

The annual ice cream social was a big hit as usual at the 2014 convention. The Junior department puts this on every year during lunch one day to raise money for the department.

The 2014 Washington State Grange Youth Ambassadors are Leah Bardal of Pleasant Hill Grange and Nick Oliver of Collins Grange. Leah and Nick will be attending the regional conference in Montana and then travelling to represent our state at the National Grange Convention in Sandusky, Ohio.

This video greeting was on a loop in the lobby of the Red Lion at the Quay the entire convention.

Grange Youth contributed greatly to making the 125th annual convention the success it was. Here the current state officers pose by the pool at the Red Lion at the Quay. AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2014 9 Grange Connection

CLARK COUNTY to stay for the meeting and potluck dinner. Fargher Lake Grange’s Juvenile Please contact Heidi Bale, Master, at (360) Grange #49 was presented their charter at 942-8663 for information. the June 13 meeting. It was an honor for KING COUNTY Ruth Stein Ham, the first juvenile Master Steele Lake Highline Grange will meet in 1946, with the help of five original mem- Aug. 14 rather than the usual Aug. 12 time bers (William Tucker, 1946, Arlene Cooper due to a conflict with meeting hall use. Decker, 1946, Clara Jane Olsen Holcomb, There will be a regular meeting and the 1946, Jean Cooper Westrand, 1951, and Grange’s annual picnic. John Kumpula, 1951) to be present. Vern SNOHOMISH COUNTY Tucker, dad of William Tucker, was a State Granville Grange members, including Deputy at the time and the one who started Master Bryan Bechler, Lecturer Kathleen it in 1946. Bertha Olsen, mother of Clara Bechler and Musician and Community Jane Holcomb, was the first leader of the Event Coordinator Linda Hjelle, participat- Friday Harbor Grange members have found a way to support their commu- group. In 1946 Ruth Ham was the youngest ed in the “Granite Falls’ One Day” project nity service projects. Thanks to the generosity of Granger Frank Pewell, Fri- person in Washington to have taken all sev- June 14. Everyone wants their town to look day Harbor is able to hold a raffle for a weeklong vacation in a condo on the en degrees. She has been a member for 68 its best so several local organizations, such island of Hawaii. The tickets will be on sale through August and a drawing years. Heidi Zimmerman was the first lead- as the Fathers House and the Granite Falls will be held at the San Juan Island Pioneer Festival on San Juan Island. The er of the current group and Misty Doyle is Chamber of Commerce, have sponsored an winner does not have to be present to win. Grangers Marie Skuffeeda and now the leader. annual event called “One Day.” The One Carol Breeden are pictured here selling tickets at the local grocery. Mt. Valley Grange will celebrate 125 Day event involves teams of volunteers, years Sept. 6. The day kicks off with a noon going to various places in the city to fix, potluck; program starts at 1 p.m. and will paint, plant, repair and clean where there include songs, a history skit and member- is a need. Granville Grange members as- In Memoriam ship awards. There is square dancing fol- sisted with cleaning the town’s skateboard lowing the program. park to include weeding and raking the COWLITZ COUNTY volleyball park. The weather was cool and Frances Silvers Conway. Survivors include Catlin Grange members did well at the John D. (Jack) Silvers overcast without rain, which made for per- his niece, Janet Batchelor, and nephew, state convention, taking second place for fect weather helping out the city, meeting Jack Silvers was born on Sept. 27, 1922 Jack Conway, along with two great neph- medium sized Granges in the community in Yakima to George and Mabel Silvers. He service contest. Members participated in new people and letting people know about ews and two great great nephews, and spe- Grange. graduated from Zillah High School in 1940 cial friends, Liz Wade, of Naches, and Don the 5th Degree that Cowlitz County put on and attended Washington State University in the old time degree work at convention. SPOKANE COUNTY Deccio, of Yakima. for two years before being called back to GRAYS HARBOR/PACIFIC COUNTIES Green Bluff Grange held their sixth A graveside service in planned for Sat- Elma Grange members have been busy annual Strawberry and Pancake Breakfast the farm during the war years. urday at 11:00 a.m. at the Zillah Cemetery. with building rentals. Plans for coming June 29 with a large number of people en- Jack was a fruit grower on Buena Following the Grange graveside service, along for their display at the county fair. joying. July was cherry season and August Heights. Always interested and involved a light lunch (sandwiches, fruit, cookies, Humptulips Grange members are busy brings the peaches for their sixth annual in the community and legislative activities, coffee, etc.) will be served at the Buena with hall maintenance and rentals. The loan Peaches and Pancakes Breakfast Aug. 31. Jack joined the Buena Grange in 1944. Jack Grange hall. Please join us there to share application to purchase the hall is progress- The Grange booth committee is gearing up was a member of Big Y and Snokist for 60 remembrances of Jack. Feel free to bring ing. Four members served on the staff for for the Spokane County Interstate Fair in years, beginning in 1945 at Zillah. Jack something to share for lunch if you wish. Camp Morehead, along with six youth who September. Those who attended the bar- joined the Zillah Memorial contributions may be made to served as counselors. Seven junior mem- becue July 1 had some delicious pulled Masonic Lodge in Yakima Memorial Hospital Foundation, or bers also attended camp. More than 200 pork and chicken, made by Grange mem- October of 1946. Grange Library (PO Box 3008, Union Gap, items were donated for the Keep Washing- ber Sandra, along with numerous potluck Jack was instru- WA, 98903). Valley Hills Funeral Home is ton Warm project. The Grange is planning dishes. Members bid longtime member La- mental in starting in care of the arrangements. Online tributes displays for the Grays Harbor and Puyallup doris Riley farewell as she is moving to the the Grange Li- fairs. The youth group and Junior Grange may be shared with the family at www.val- west side of the state. All the State Grange brary Museum at will also have displays at the Grays Harbor leyhillsfh.com. convention info will be made at the Aug. Central Washing- Fair. The Grange has completed the Dis- 19 meeting. The Aug. 5 meeting was can- tinguished Grange application for the fifth ton Agricultural celled for the Neighborhood Watch festivi- Museum Associa- consecutive year. ties being that night held at the Beckman’s. North River Grange obligated two new tion in Union Gap. The Old Orchard Theater players are re- members. The Grange sponsored commu- He is also a life member of Washington hearsing for this year’s production to be nity garage sale was successful. Hats and State Horticultural Association and honor- coats were donated to the Keep Washing- presented in September. ary member of Future Farmers of America ton Warm project. The Grange sent four McIntosh Grange held a yard sale July and Future Homemakers of America. 11-13 to raise funds for various projects. A juniors to Camp Morehead. They will have First elected to office in 1949, Jack July 15 candidate forum. Was held. Mem- displays at both the Grays Harbor and Pa- served 40 years as an elected officer of bers will serve breakfast Aug. 9 at the Car cific County fairs. North River has voted to the Washington State Grange, including Cruise show in Rockford. September has sponsor a Junior Grange, with an organiza- 14 years as Overseer and 12 years as State members busy at the Spokane County Fair tional meeting set for July 24. Master. He was also a member of the Na- North Willapa Harbor Grange had and food booth in Rockford. Another can- tional Grange executive committee for 16 outstanding attendance at the annual straw- didate forum will be held prior to the gen- berry festival. Members provided cookies eral election. years, retiring in 1992. In these positions, Endorsed and worked in the hospitality room at the STEVENS COUNTY Jack served on a multitude of legislative By Your Grange convention. Plans are progressing for dis- Camas Valley Grange will hold a cook- advisory committees and was appointed plays at both the Grays Harbor and Pacific ing/baking day Aug. 4-6. There will be a by President Jimmy Carter to the National These quality services have been Advisory Committee on Vocational Educa- approved for all members of the County Fairs in August. meeting Aug. 9, and members will work Grange in Washington State Olympic View Grange provided cook- the Schrag rest stop Aug. 12-16. Members tion for two years. Jack also served on the IT PAYS TO BE A GRANGER! ies for the hospitality room at the conven- will gather to make quilts for the Novem- State Vocational Education Advisory Com- tion. Hall rentals are keeping them busy. ber Dinner of Thanks Aug. 23. There will mittee. In 1977 he met privately with Presi- They will have a display booth at the Grays be a meeting Sept. 13 and another guilt/ dent Carter at the White House to discuss See your local GIA Harbor County Fair. sew day Sept. 20. western water issues. agent for all auto, Willapa Valley Grange has received a THURSTON COUNTY Jack served on the State Tax Advisory homeowners & farm donation of paint for the exterior of their South Union Grange met June 16. committees under Governors Dixie Lee insurance needs. hall. The Grange property has been certi- Members brought donations for the Thur- Ray and John Spellman. He also served as fied for wildlife habitat. Willapa Valley 1-800-2GRANGE • www.grange.com ston County Food Bank. Tony May was Chairman of Washington Highway Users Grange will be hosting speaker John Har- welcomed as a new member. The next Conference for six years, meeting weekly rington after the Aug. 10 meeting. Mr. meeting will be held Aug. 18 t 7 p.m. during the Legislative sessions to discuss Harrington is the Coordinator for Kansas Members were reminded to put the Oct. Highway issues. Geographic Alliance, Professor and for- 4 dance on their calendars as the Country Jacks favorite hobby was traveling. He mer Department Head of the Department Four will be celebrating their 50th anniver- of Geography at Kansas State University. made 36 trips to many parts of the world sary of performing at South Union Dances. www.chsinc.com Climate change and its effects will be the WHATCOM COUNTY and enjoyed sharing these experiences with topic of the presentation, everyone is wel- Haynie Grange will meet Aug. 1. others. In 1963, as Vice President of a new- Long-Term Care Insurance come to attend. Potluck meal will be at 5 Haynie Opry shows are slated for Aug. 8-9; ly formed travel agency, he started a pro- Annuities p.m. followed by the presentation at 5:30 evening shows start at 7 p.m. and there’s a gram of FFA tours to Europe and the Iron Home Health Care Coverage p.m. There will be an open house Sept. 14, Curtain countries under the Eisenhower Michael Tobeck and Associates welcoming all former, current, and future Saturday 3 p.m. matinee. Hopewell Grange will hold a minute to People to People program in cooperation 1-888-981-7174 Grangers. Past members are encouraged to with the Ag Education Travel Company stop by and say hello, share your memo- win it game night Sept. 26 starting at 6 p.m. of Spokane. Three years later, Jack began ries, and meet current members. Grange Laurel Grange will meet Aug. 9 at 6 memorabilia from both Frances Grange p.m. for their final meeting of the summer. escorting international adult tours and later and West Union Grange will be on display. Lummi Island will meet Aug. 6 at 6:30 began organizing cruises. The open house will be held at the Willapa p.m. He is preceded in death by his parents, Valley Grange Hall, 290 Camp One Road, Rome Grange will meet Aug. 13 at 7 George and Mabel Silvers, a twin brother, in Raymond from 1-4 p.m. All are welcome p.m. Charles, and sisters, Mildred Silvers and 10 WASHINGTON STATE GRANGE NEWS Washington Home CFLs: Rally your Granges to help with wildfire relief By Cecelia Hamilton books. Family Living Director Best of Show Overall: First, Thelma A month has passed since convention in Weiland, Fertile Valley #1094 ; Sec- Vancouver. I wish I could say it has been ond, Diane Williams, South Union #860; a nice time being at home and resting up Third, Duncan Lickey, Kettle River #1120. but unfortunately many of us have been Second Best of Show Overall: First, and are at this present time dealing with Barbara Hagerdorn, Fargher Lake #853; the devastation of the wildfires around our Second, Anna M. Burns, Davis Lake state. As Family Living Director, I ask that #501; Third, Leslie Jo Wells, Tualco we seek out local resources in which we as #284. Grange families can assist our neighbors. Red Star Yeast: First, Melvin Knott, East Many have been without water, power, and Hill #786; Second, Davona Gwin, Hump- the necessities of life. This is our state, our tulips #730; Third, Davona Gwin, Hump- neighbors and our nearby communities. tulips #730; Fourth, Anna M. Burns, Davis Many families are Lake #501. uprooted and all Wilton Baking Company Awards: Dec- that they had is orated Cakes, Adults, Karen Crombie, now gone. I over- Edgewood #266; heard that many Decorated Cakes, Juniors, Trevor who have lost Kudsk, Haynie Jr. #169; Decorated Cup- On-the-go yummy treats: easy, their own homes cakes, Adults, Erica Cozad, Humptulips are volunteer- #730; Decorated Cupcakes, Juniors, Kay- ing to help others lee Eddy, Black Lake #861. healthy and filling ways to snack and find a purpose Baking through it all. We Washington Wheat Growers Awards, Hectic mornings, busy schedules and chini cookies. who have roofs Non-cash Awards. First place winners re- afternoon snack cravings can make it dif- Make this recipe for Squash and Ba- over our heads ceived a rosette and cookbook. Second ficult to eat foods that are tasty, healthy nana Mini Muffins for a quick and healthy and beds to sleep Cecelia Hamilton place winners received a cookbook. and satisfying. Instead of grabbing a bag snack that’s delicious whether after school in are blessed. We Adults: First, Rita Klein, Brighton Park of packaged cookies or vending machine or while at work. For more healthy reci- need to remember #169, peach pie; Second, Loretta Brockoff, chips, have a healthy alternative available pes ideas, baking tips and inspiration, visit that after the fires North Willapa Harbor, carrot cake. for you and your family that’s delicious www.wilton.com. are out, many will be amidst the reality of it Juniors: First, Owen Skinner, Horseshoe and satisfying. Squash and Banana Mini Muffins all. While it may seem like there is nothing Jr. #329, peanut butter cookies; Second, “Better food options keep energy lev- Makes about 48 mini muffins we can do, trust me there is! Brent Hall, Haynie Jr. #169, lime cookies. els high in-between meals,” said Nancy 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour Contact your local Red Cross to find out Youth: First, Robin Cozad, Humptulips Siler, vice president of consumer affairs at 1 cup quick oats (uncooked) how you can help by calling 1-800 Red #730, apple pie; Second, Kaitlyn Atkins, Wilton. “By planning ahead with healthy 2 teaspoons baking soda Cross. As a family living CFL I urge you Waller Rd. #1111, lime Jell-O cookies. snacks or mini meals, you’ll have great 1/2 teaspoon salt to look into the many projects that make a A huge thank you to all who participated choices available, even with a chaotic 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice difference in our program. There have been this year! It was a beautiful showing of tal- schedule.” 1 1/4 cups thawed frozen pureed win- suggestions by the Red Cross that items ent and skills! A special recognition to Ken- Try these tips from Wilton for healthier, ter squash needed include our comfort cloths that can nedy Gwin, Pomona CFL of Grays Harbor tasty treats: 3/4 cup firmly-packed light brown be made and distributed to the emergency Pomona #28 for presenting the highest vol- • Think Greek. With more protein and sugar evacuation shelters, comfort toys may be ume of entries overall from our statewide richness than other yogurt varieties, Greek 3/4 cup mashed banana (about 2 given to these shelters along with our hugs Pomonas. Great job! 2013 CFL certificates yogurt can be used in many different ways. medium bananas) in a quilt to give a hug to the little ones will be mailed to all Pomona CFL’s. Try it in fruit dips or as an alternative for 1 egg and all ages who have lost everything. Our mayo or sour cream. You can even substi- 2 tablespoons canola oil Linus no sew fleece blankets are a wonder- tute it for some of the butter in baking reci- 1 cup dried cranberries ful way to give warmth and personal com- pes to reduce calories and fat. fort to all ages, all sizes are encouraged. • Make it fun. Let kids get creative by us- Preheat oven to 350°F. Prepare mini Let us not forget our first responders and GRANGES WITH ing cookie cutters on low-fat cheese slices muffin pan with vegetable pan spray. shelter volunteers that have been on site MEMBERSHIP GAINS and whole grain bread or tortillas to build In large bowl, stir together flour, oats, for days, they could use a handmade hug June/July 2014 their own snacks. Or, have them make baking soda, salt and pumpkin pie spice. as in a linus blanket and a personal hygiene funny faces using natural peanut butter, North River #946 2 In medium bowl, whisk together squash, comfort kit. Clean cotton socks, wash raisins and fruit, like sliced bananas, apples Wheatland #952 1 sugar, banana, egg and oil. Make a well in cloths, ice fillable cooling neck rolls, lip or pears. Narcisse #301 2 center of flour mixture; whisk in squash gloss, lotions, and bottled water is always • Sneak in veggies. Bakers are using veg- riverside Valley #1047 2 mixture until just combined. Stir in cran- a welcome gift to our shelters. My advice gies more than ever before in new, inspira- Buena Vista #415 1 berries. is to contact the shelters through your local tional baked treats. Many vegetables have emergency services and the American Red Barberton #571 5 a natural sweetness, so your family won’t Fill cavities 2/3 full with batter. Bake 12- Cross to see what and how you can help Cedar #534 2 taste the difference during snack time. Try 14 minutes or until toothpick inserted into out. Let us not wait for a disaster to happen Sequim Prairie #1108 1 sweet potato cupcakes or carrot and zuc- center of muffin comes out clean. to be prepared to help others. We can and Issaquah Valley #581 1 must make a difference! Fredonia #545 1 As far as convention news I have won- Malott #948 2 derful reports! We have a beautiful quilt Black Lake #861 2 made by Barbara Ridgeway of S. Union Lummi Island #925 3 #860 along with a beautiful white cro- Humptulips #730 2 State Grange Foundation cheted tablecloth made by Mark George Sammamish Valley #286 1 of Sharon #800 representing us at National Stranger Creek #374 1 session. Our Washington Wheat Growers, Broadway #647 1 needs your contributions Red Star Yeast and Wilton Baking Co. win- Deer Lagoon #846 2 ners include: Quillisascut #372 2 The Washington State Grange Foundation would like to ask you to Red Star Yeast Awards included aprons, Bainbridge Island #1051 3 consider making a tax-deductible contribution to the Washington oven mitts, candy thermometers, cutting Olalla #1125 1 State Grange Foundation Unrestricted Funds. boards, spatulas, mixing bowls and cook Swauk-Teanaway #984 3 Skokomish #379 1 Unrestricted funds consist of resources available for the various Kennewick Valley #731 1 programs and administration of the Foundation which have not been Waitsburg #1 2 restricted by a donor. In other words, the Foundation can use these Forest #153 3 funds for emergency situations and more. Garden City #280 1 Contributions to the Foundation Unrestricted Funds account are the Wendy Braden #482 1 Prosperity #315 1 greatest need faced by the Foundation at this time. Again, your dona- Dry Creek #646 4 tion to this 501(c) (3) is tax-deductible. Steele Lake Highline #905 4 Make checks payable WSG Foundation Funds and mail to WSG Foun- Fertile Valley #1094 1 dation, PO Box 1186, Olympia, WA 98507-1186. Ceder Valley #306 1 Summit Park #261 1 AUGUST/SEPTEMBER 2014 11 Broadway Granger takes best in show at 2014 talent contest Broadway Grange member Kyle Hitch- Five Minutes.” He is a member of Sequim cock, who has taken second best in show Prairie Grange. honors at the State Grange talent show the First place in the Variety Division went past two years, belted out the Frankie Valli to Judy Steigmann, who performed a co- classic “Can’t Take my Eyes off of You” medic skit. She is a member of Mt. Valley and claimed top honors at the 2014 contest, Grange and has been a professional clown held June 27 at the Red Lion at the Quay in for seven years, volunteering her time to Vancouver. perform for kids of all ages. Hitchcock attends Central Washington Taking first in the Instrumental Divi- University, majoring in musical theater. He sion was George Crombie from Edgewood hopes to earn his four year degree then get Grange. He’s been playing the accordion a job in musical theater in either Seattle or for many years and volunteers to perform New York. He will perform at the National at nursing homes and other institutions. Grange convention’s Evening of Excel- Other participants in the Vocal Division lence later this year. were Madison Dockery, Jessica Furnstahl Second Best in Show went Brian “Buck” (Collins Grange) and Teagan Hamilton Ellard. The talented professional country (Broadway Grange). Also appearing in the musician sang a song of his own writing Variety Division was David Johnson from that he wrote dedicated in memory of his Mountain Valley Grange. aunt, Glenda Clark, who died shortly be- Cash awards and trophies were courtesy fore the convention. A song of his was re- the Grange Cooperative Group. cently placed in a feature film, “Dead in

Your 2014 Sixth Degree team poses outside the meeting hall just before the obligation. Included are Master Duane Hamp, Acting Master Chris Hamp, Overseer Karen Jackson, Lecturer Tom Gwin, Steward Larry Ogden, As- sistant Steward Michael Beckman, Lady Assistant Steward Pam Mathews, Chaplain Terry Abbott, Secretary David Bryant, Treasurer Denise McCartan, Gatekeeper Jimmy Smith, Ceres Kathy Moynihan, Pomona Janice Knott, Flo- ra Miranda Panuska, musician Ann Zabriskie, Family Living Director Cecelia Hamilton and executive committee members George Penner, June Hendrick- son and Rick Nelson.

Broadway Grange member Kyle Hitchcock earned best in show at the 2014 State Grange talent contest with his rendition of the Frankie Valli classic Dressed in period pieces, these loyal members did an amazing reenactment “Can’t Take my Eyes off of You.” of the first State Grange convention. Playing the role of H.E. Hayes was Jerry Zabriskie; Tom Gwin played the part of D.L. Russell. Former Grange News editor claims 2014 Leadership Award Dave Howard, past editor of the Grange built it into what it is today. News, was honored with the Grange Lead- In 1992, in honor of the 125th anniver- ership Award at the 125th annual session of sary of the National Grange, his 336-page the State Grange in Vancouver. The follow- history of the organization was published. ing is the presentation delivered by State People, Pride and Progress: 125 Years of Master Duane Hamp. the Grange in America, released by the The 2014 recipient of the Washington National Grange, has been well received State Grange Leadership Award has prob- by readers nationwide. Previously he had ably forgotten more about the Grange than written News Handbook for Granges which any of us will ever know. also is enjoyed and widely used across the He grew up across the street from a nation. Grange hall, where his parents, farmers, This year’s recipient is one of those rare were members. He himself has been a individuals who always puts the good of Grange member for more than 30 years. He the Order first and who always makes ev- was a fixture at Grange events throughout erything he touches better. His dedication the year, notebook in one hand, pen in the to making our organization relevant and to other, a camera always slung low around ensuring that its legacy endures is not only his neck. greatly appreciated, but is inspiring. This year’s recipient served as Grange He was named a Hero of the Grange by News editor from 1981 to 1988, and re- the National Grange Nov. 11, 2013, in hon- turned in March of 1993, retiring in August or for his decades of dedication to promot- The Washington State Grange convention golf tournament was held June of 2010. He established a standard of excel- ing the Order. 23 at Green Mountain in Vancouver. Pictured are all who participated. The lence second to none and set the bar for the The State Grange Leadership Award was team of John Sherrer, Donna and Bob Egland and Janice Anderson took first rest of the country. He was also passionate created in 1957 to honor those who have place. Chris Hamp won the longest drive contest, Jim Hedges got closest to about the Grange Cooperative Group and left a positive mark on the Order. the hole on 4 and Janice Anderson got closest to the pin on 8. 12 WASHINGTON STATE GRANGE NEWS See you in Ellensburg in 2015!

As it has for decades, the 125th annual convention of the Washington State Grange ended with members joining hands in a massive friendship circle and singing “God be with you til we meet again.”