1 BOX ELDER JOURNAL, Brighom City, Utah Thursday, July 7, 1977 2 Threatens entrapment Editor: I am in receipt of a letter from the honorable mayor Harold Editorially Speaking B Felt, which threatens me with entrapment by his undercover agents for violation of the law, which even the what is the mayor will not define. He doesnt say undesirable materials he is talking about. We have operated in Brigham City for 30 years, and have cooperated to the fullest with the authorities. If we have anything on our shelves that more than a committee of one objects to we have always, voluntarUy removed them from sale, uo h.iu triad tn rnnnerate. but this letter smacks What activities we had on Fourth were great Brigham City didnt boast of i having a greased pig chase or even a traditional baseball game, but Mondays Independence Day patriotic ceremony and fireworks display all the way. were Those attending either or both events certainly must have felt amply rewarded. We sure did. The morning patriotic presentation with Mrs. Beth Gurrister as chairman, attracted not a lot of citizens to the city hall plaza where it was staged. But the audience was larger than usual for such an octop-draw- er casion. And with Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts joining to advance and display the citys 50 state flags, it was a colorful event indeed. THE PROGRAM was long enough to pay a proper tribute to the nation, short enough to hold the interst of those attending and sufficiently imbued with patriotic spirit to refresh the pride of Americanism. It was impressive. As for the fireworks display at Rees Pioneer park, what can we say? Thousands viewed the holiday pyrotechnics. And by the vocal reaction of those gathered at the ball diamond, it was a dazzling success. not as yet designated what is and is not against the law. There are photographers in Brigham City taking photos of nudes. Are the photographers going to face undercover agents and possible arrest? What about the mailman? Are they to be arrested by undercover agents, and prosecuted, as they leave the post office with their periodicals, yet unnamed, but readUy available by subscription? This is beyond the typical brown Is the wrapper, sealed packages, but open periodicals. censor? mayor your With this attack upon the integrity of my store, I suppose that I have two choices. One would be to eliminate from distribution all magazines and newspapers, books and periodicals. The other, and this I expect at this time, withdraw my support of the mayor, and come election time, I think that a Democrat will have a tough time in Brigham not City. Under this Democratic administration we have had, enough money, too much money and open the budget to spend it, raises in utilities, garbage, etc. I know of none that has not been raised, and the city services have actually declined. The mayor needs more undercover agents. considered it the biggest and best memory with a multiple-burs- t finale that brought oohs and ahhs and a crescendo of applause. Thanks to the Brigham City Volunteer Fire department for a job well done. They were called upon at the last minute, handed the task of obtaining and launching the fireworks. They accepted the assignment and carried it off in seasoned style. As efficient as the firemen are at putting out fires, they showed on this occasion that they could light them with the same high level of proficiency. We in Sincerely yours, William M. Stoddard, THINKING AHEAD to next year, now is not too early for the city administration to organize for an even more complete celebration. It neednt be anything on the scale of Peach Days. But some activities at the park, including a baseball game or two, would surely appeal to many Macks Pharmacy ERA Editor: local residents. We recall when the Jaycees became involved in staging such a celebration some years back that the primary motivating reason was to give local folks a reason to stay home, keep off the holiday highways. The purpose is still valid. battle against litter under- areas way in Utah to cleanup listed as Utahs most littered trails, campsites, streams and lakes. 6 Focus of the project is July when Utahns and others using the areas are invited to pitch in and clean them up. None are in Box Elder county. And this means that local folks can take pride in not being trash spreaders and having litter free recreational areas. Right? 16 11-1- -- Wrong ! Areas on the Dirty 16 List are not the only places in the Beehive state in need of cleanup. Not by a long shot. A visit to any reservoir, stream or campground quickly supports this conclusion. Its an objectionable fact of life that we humans are distributors of trash cans, bottles, wrappers, cartons, boxes you name it, we A its not your concern? Wrong again. It requires the efforts to police those with of less tidy habits and by vigorous concern to convert them to a better non-littere- so rs way. The July endeavor is specifically asking those going into recreational areas to pick up litter and haul it out with them. It doesnt have to be their litter for after all, debris is irritating to the eye no matter who deposits it. Why dont you join up? Leave the place you camp or picnic cleaner than when you came. It will be a good example for the kids or others who are along and a satisfying experience for you. And itll make a cleaner Utah. Well drink to that (and toss the can in a garbage receptacle where it belongs). pat on the back Wed like to give Mrs. Phyllis K. Owen a pat on the back for achieving a high level of excellence while serving as director of the Brigham City museum gallery. Phyllis handled the job since the facility opened and, working with the museum-gallerboard, has made it a model for other communi-- y ties to follow. retired June To take up where 30. The Gam report by Sen. Jake Garn The Interior department, on June 14, announced its intention to study the air over Capitol Reef National park and Canyonlands National park, to ascertain its suitability for Class I status under existing EPA regulations. I have been approached by a number of individuals asking my reaction to the Interior announcement. Apparently, it is widely thought that I should oppose such a study, and the eventual Class I designation which might result from it. As I stated many times on the floor of the Senate, I do not oppose the concept of pristine air. While I remain convinced that our present rush to a national policy of was inspired by the BOX i ELDER JOURNAL A weekly newspaper 1908, published every Box Elder l, established in Thursday ' by the South 55 First West, Brigham City, Utah, 84302 Second Class postage paid at the 15 First West South post office, Brigham City, Utah, 84302. Charles 'Tuff' Claybaugh Publisher General Manaqer Bruce T. Keyes, Managing Editor Mike Perry, Sports Editor Sarah Yates, Society Editor K. Wayne Claybaugh, Advertising Manager Shirley Richardson, Classifieds Betty Claybaugh, Circulation Arland Tingey, Newspaper Supr. Van Claybauqh, Photo-Pres- s Supr. H. E. Anderson. Commercial Printing Supr. rate $10.00 per year payadvance in connection with Elder News (published Sun- shes left Letters to the Editor ... The editor invites and welcomes letters for publication in these columns. However, contributions must be signed and also bear the writers adress and telephone number. It is suggested that letters not exceed 250 words in length. Subscription able the in Box days) in Box the days) in Box Elder rate advance Subscription able County. $14.00 per year payin connection with Elder News (published outside Box Elder County. Sun- Utah State Press Association. National Newspaper Association and United Press International. AdvertisUtah State Press ing Representative: Salt Lake City, Utah Association, Support blood drawing Editor: Every man, woman and child in Box Elder county is eligible for Red Cross blood in almost all hospitals in Utah and surrounding area, as well as in many hospitals throughout the United States. However, this status is in jeopardy by virtue of poor response to the May 12, 1977, blood drawing in which only 61 pints were realized out of the quota of 125. Our next drawing is July 19, 1977, at the Brigham City Community center from 2 to 7 p.m. The goal is 150 pints. Support this activity so that the life of no one from this county, where ever he or she may be, is joepardized for want of blood because of Box Elder countys neglect. and museum-galler- y off is a ago and for other responsible persons in whose hands we can confidently place their operation and A Editor: Since this is vacation time, and we all have that urge to see far away places. I wonder how many of us stop to really enjoy the beauty at our fingertips. In this effort I wrote this poem. SUNSET Theres a very special way Ive found, to end a busy day. That is to sit and watch the sun, as it sinks on Willard Bay. You can see the rippling currents change, touched with pink and yellow-golThen you know its close to sunset, and another days grown old. May times Ive watched these schenes, theres never two the same. Were I an artist and could paint, this is where Id gain my fame. So if you pass through Willard, on Fruit Belt Eighty Nine, Look to the west and feast your eyes, on our bay, bout supper time. d. Editor: When angry, count ten before you speak, if very angry, count a hundred. Thomas Jefferson I would like to extend to you my appreciation and thanks for sending me the Box Elder News and Journal for the past two years. Even my companion enjoyed reading the paper. The people here think its great that you send the missionaries the home town news. I will no longer be needing the paper as I am returning home July 20. Norma Bell, Route 2 Brigham City Thanks again, Elder BUI Owen maintenance. pp noj inconsistent with clean air quality federal courts, and not the result of mature consideration by the Congress, I am sufficiently convinced of the need for clean air over certain areas of the country that I will no longer try to fight the policy. Specifically, the areas of the country which have been set aside as national parks ought to have the best possible air. That includes Capitol Reef National park. How does that belief square with my support for the Intermountain Power project? The fact is, that the Intermountain Power project will not jeopardize air quality over Capitol Reef. Computer projections indicate that on perhaps 13 days a year, the plume from the Intermountain Power project might be blown over Capitol Reef, though even that is far from certain. But even if it did, the plume would impact on only one or two of the highest peaks, in the remotest section of the park, and during the months when the park is least frequented. There would be no lasting impacts, and when tourist season came again, all would be as it was before. We have seen power plants built in Utah to that degree of cleanliness, so we know it can be done. Therefore, a Class I designation is not inconsistent with the construction of IPP, provided sufficient flexibility is retained to permit local officials to exercise their common sense and good judgment. The Breaux amendment adopted by the House of Representatives provides exactly that sort of flexibility; my amendment would have done so in the Senate, but it was, unfortunatlev, defeated. The air over both Canyonlands and Capitol Reef deserves immediate designation as Class I and I see no need for further study. Since I am convinced that in the end the common sense of our citizens will prevail, Class I designation should pose no impediment to a reasonable solution to power generation problems for Utah and southern California. Much has been made of letters written by Secretary of Interior Andrus to Senaand Cranston, tors Muskie e) containing an implied threat to use the power of the Department of Interior to control the siting of the Intermountain Power project. The threat is contemptible and should be roundly rejected by the Congress. Sincerely, Mrs. John R. Small, North Second West Brigham City poem close to home Thanks for paper ed eight years 662 Sincerely, Mrs. E. B. Gentry, Chapter Chairman, Box Elder County Red Cross challenge, indeed. However, its our opinion that known as Frederick M. Huchel is Rick to those of his friends to He the task. brings impresequal sive credentials to the job, including a deep interest in history and familiarity with the local scene. offiWere grateful for of to who the construction saw cials center Brigham Citys community ones-coul- Member American Viewpoints far-sight- Monthly shows, spotlighting a wide variety of art forms, and involvement in special projects, including the Peach Days Art festival and the citys annual Community Art week are credits for Mrs. Owen who self-ima- manage to clutter up the landscape with it. Whats that you say, you dont litter to read in the Box Elder News on June 26, Another item of misinformation was statement: the 1977, that the meeting was to be an ERA rally, when in reality the Equal Rights amendment was to be discussed in only one of some 22 workshops conducted during the two-da- y meeting. This was in reference to the IWY convention and it may be noted by those who attended that there was only one workshop labeled ERA. A short summary taken verbatim from the draft copy developed by the task forces of the IWY Coordinating committee would show ERA to be prevalent in all workshops. I will briefly state the workshops in capital letters and then state some of the resolutions proposed for adoption under that heading. A complete draft copy could be seen from those who attended, if anyone desires to read all the resolutions. EDUCATION: Textbooks have traditionally been sex biased with many more stories, features and illustrations about men then women. The very language itself has a masculine grammar (i.e. the use of he when person is meant, etc.) which subtly excludes women. This situation on the part of female students is leads to a poor one of the main reasons why girls limit their goals and aspirations and fail to see themselves as achievers. Therefore: a. Sex bias and stereotyping in all textbooks used in educational institutions should be eliminated. MEDIA: It is hoped that one day all titles (Mr., Mrs., Miss, Ms.) will be unnecessary. In the meantime, a persons right to determine her (or his) own title should be respected without slurs or innuendos. Newspapers could take a forward step by using last names only for both men and women. Gender designations are rapidly changing . . . and should be reviewed. Terms incorporating gender should be avoided." These are exact quotes and space will not allow more but after observing the draft copy and the convention it does not seem that it was misinformation that it was an ERA rally. There are many good proposals in the draft copy but I would d hate to see the majority of them passed. The good without ERA. In my letter to the editor, June 30, 1977, the pronoun their in the third paragraph, eighth line, refers to the national IWY. The pronoun was ambiguous and confused some people. Thank you for the printing of these letters. Im sure the IWY convention has stirred many of us to our duties as grass root members of our government. We must stand for something or we may fall for everything. It was interesting We can all join up in Theres a campaign now was prevalent fact is that Congress should make the determination as to what values are to be protected, and to what degree. It is a department heads obligation to assist his The president in carrying out the mandate of Congress. Should Congress decree that a 5 percent variance from Class I standards will not irreparably damage air quality over national parks, it is not the secretary of interiors prerogative to overrule it. However, since we are faced in IPP with a o go situation, I sincerely do not feel that we are trying to provide for construction of a plant that will darken the skies over one of our beautiful parks. The plant will use the best available control technology, will be equipped with pollution control technology, will bum low sulfur coal, and in general, will be as go-n- non-poll- ut ing as it can be made. During debate on the issue, Senator Cranston expressed his concern over the need of the power IPP would generate, and his belief that the plant could be built, perhaps at a site farther east. In reality, the Salt Wash (primary) site was chosen specifically because it is the least damaging ecologically, the recent investigations, coupled with Class I proposed by the state and being pursued by the federal government, virtually rule out any of the other sites. It is my firm belief that the 5 percent variance in clean air standards, as passed by the House of Representatives, provides the only avenue for construction of the Intermountain Power project specifically, and for the best management of our nations energy resources generally. I g C I I I I