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Show I 0 2 BOX JOURNAL, Brigham City, Utah Thursday, July 17, 1975 ELDER Why not voters decide? Editor: In the July 13 article of the Box Elder paper, it caught my attention that a president of an organization would speak out on an issue without studying it first. I am referring to the letter to the editor on recall from the League of Women Voters of Brigham City. May I voice a few opinions of my own? First: I keep hearing members of the League say they do not take a stand on issues, etc., and yet there are overtones of biased reasoning towards liberalism in every decision one hears made by this organization. Reference: E.R.A. (example). Second: In the article you say, Rather you support the U.S. and Utah constitutions. Madam, so does every citizen carrying those petitions! I think its very narrow minded of you to imply they dont. If my memory serves me correctly, the League worked for the land use bill. But, you said you never take a stand, etc. (the voters defeated it thanks to those who are willing to get involved and preserve the freedoms of this wonderful great country.) And in case you havent noticed, the petitions (referendum) are in harmony with the U.S. and Utah constitutions granted by the statutes of the Utahn code. After reading and studying the recall law, plus doing some home work, it seems to me it puts responsibility back upon the citizen where it belongs. It seems that the Utah Legislature blew two chances to modify a recall law in the recent legislature. One sponsored by each Sen. Douglas Bichoff and Rep. Quinton Allen. The latter got killed by a voice vote while the sponsor was out of the chambers. The other died in sifting committee. Utah needs a recall law. Not to harass anyone, but to let our public officials and their appointed employees know, we the people, have a recourse. I encourage everyone to sign the recall petition. All it does is put it on the ballot for the voters to vote on. So, I ask you Madam President, What right does an organization such as the League of Women Voters, who collect state monies and stated you never take a stand, etc. article caption: Do not support recall) and (reference holds no position favoring this action and does not presently contemplate taking such a position. And Madam President, may I remind you, you havent even studied it yet! The recall petition is Whats wrong in letting the voter decide again? What are you afraid of? I suggest that we hold a meeting, open to the public, for and against the recall petition (soon). n. Yours For Freedom Mrs. Joyce John Portage, Utah LWV 'BACK Inflation pushes up tax bill Letters to the Editor ... I Utah Foundation reports response Editor: Regarding Mrs. Johns letter, the League of Women Voters does not take a stand on issues with IT HAS NOT STUDIED" as stated in my letter. In the case of issues cited, the League of Women Voters of Brigham City and of Utah had studied the issues fully on both sides and voted upon their stand before taking any public action. As for being a liberal organization, we fell that the dictionary definition of liberal as not narrow or contracted in is an accurate description. mind; broad-minde-d My letter was not a repudiation of the recall concept, but simply a statement that the League of Women Voters was not a supporter of this particular petition action since we have not taken a stand EITHER pro or con. As individuals we can do either, but as a group we have not studied the issue. dustry. Among the factors affecting business are the following: Capital gains are taxed even though such gains merely represent inflated dollar value, not real purchasing power. Inventory profits are taxed even though such funds are needed to maintain inventory levels by replacing lower cost Inflation has been far more important than all other factors combined in the rise of the state income tax liability for the typical family in Utah during the past two years. This fact was emphasized in a study of inflation and taxation prepared by Utah Foundation, the private tax research organization. The Foundation study notes that inflation tends to shift taxpayers into higher tax brackets where a progressively larger percentage of income will go for taxes. In addition, Utahns will be subject to 1 higher state taxes next year because of ( ) the tax increase authorized by the 1975 Utah Legislature, (2) the inability of individuals in Utah to take advantage of the generally more liberal provisions of the 1975 Federal Code on their state returns, and (3) the smaller deductions which will be allowed on the 1975 returns resulting from reduced federal taxes. depreciation allowances prevents business from replacing plant, machinery, and equipment as it wears out or become obsolete. Dividends paid to stockholders are taxed causing business to seek new capital through borrowing rather than through equity. Often this practice diverts business away from what is best on economic or fiscal grounds to what is attractive in the light of prevailing tax laws. ALTHOUGH INFLATION pushes up tax hills and changes many of the traditional concepts of equity in the tax laws for individuals, the Foundation study observes that it may have an even more prounounced effect on business and in that the tax laws of most other industrial nations are much more liberal with respect to funds needed for investment purposes than is the United States. As a result, these other nations par d mergoods sold with chandise or materials purchased. Use of historic cost rather than replacement cost in calculating higher-price- FOUNDATION ANALYSTS al A believer, Von Ritchie Northern Utah UniServ week at the National Education association convention in Los Angeles was enlightening, frightening, stimulating and depressing all at the A same time. Many education trends advocated by this powerful group are wholesome. Others, I think, would be most inappropriate in our locale, and I came away strengthened in my conviction that local problems should be solved locally. drawn Teachers, however, are in a limbo two directions at the same time. Philosophically and culturally, they lean toward a local alliance with patrons, parents, board and administration a cooperative effort among those who best know the needs of our own community and our own schools. On the other hand, because they are forced into an adversary role, they are pushed toward the strength and protection of the big teacher alliances whose directions do not always correspond with their personal convictions. It is ironic and unfortunate that the boards fear of the big association is the very thing that pushes local teachers in that direction. The board and administration employ the tactics recommended by the National School Board association and others to combat unionism and thereby force teachers into stronger teachers who would much prefer alliances working locally in an atmosphere of mutual trust and respect. Local residents and visitors alike are madly in love with all those cute little fireplugs painted over so very tastefully as colonial figures in honor of our Bicentennial celebration. The individual artists used their imagination well and have come up with suitable designs befitting the various fireplug designs. Every fireplug artist deserves our thanks, and especially Marie Locklin! The other day I rode around town on my bike and said hello to quite a number of these little fireplugs in their tasteful colonial attires. One of them showed a small oversight by its artist who had put down at the bottom : Benjamin Lincoln. He probably meant: Benjamin Franklin, the greatest of the 1776ers! However, I did come upon one fireplug which, in my opinion, did not fit into the Bicentennial theme. It is located at the corner of First East and First North. On the back ( facing the sidewalk passersby), painted in white, it carries returning from Mr. and Mrs. were Yellowstone National park Recently 1950 14, July Abel S. Rich, Brigham City. An average capital investment of $25,000 or more is required to provide one job in private industry for each new job seeker. Each year there are approximately 1,300,000 new entrants in the nations labor market. New capital formation requires new savings. Present tax policy in the United States, however, tends to discourage 50 Years Ago Oles Market advertised 7 lbs. July rost for $1 during Dollar Day . of choice beef July 10, 1925 Those who thought they saw the end of the gas industry when electricity began to eliminate gas for illumination, have been much 10, 1925 savings and production while encouraging consumption. The report emphasizes that the opportunity to consume ultimately depends upon die ability of the nation to produce. disillusioned. There was three times as much gas consumed in Portland, Ore., in 1923 as in 1910, while the number of users increased almost four times. BOX ELDER A wttkly ncwsptptr 1908, published every Box Elder JOURNAL established Thursday 55 in the South by First West, Brigham City, Utah, 64302 Class postage paid Second the First West post office, 14 South B4302. Brigham City, Utah, Charles "Tuff" Claybaugh Th first Amendment to fci CcrHtution soys. Publisher General Manager Bruce T. Keyes, Managing Editor Mike Perry, Sports Editor Sarah Yates, Society Editor Nancy Goss, Advertising Manager Classifieds Shirley Richardson, Betty Claybaugh, Circulation Ariand Tingey, Newspaper Supr. Van Claybaugh, Photo-Pres- s Supr. H. E. Anderson, Commercial Printing Supr. "Con-th- dl Him freedom ' ; ' , v. --Vs,-;, v, - MEMBER OF THE . Safety council airs views Hang gliding: sport or insanity? Theres a new sport sweeping the country. That is, if you could call leaping from jagged cliffs and mountain peaks strapped to a large kite a sport. This new phenomenon is referred to as hang gliding, sky sailing, sky surfing or kite soaring in some circles, and as in- sanity, suicide and macho-daredev- il nonsense in some others. Linn C. Baker, President of the Utah Safety council, offered the following information and observations on this sport: Most of todays soaring kites have a common ancestor, a triangular kite designed by Francis M. Rogallo. The Rogallo kite was conceived as part of a NASA research project to replace parachutes. NASA abandoned the kite because of its instability. People interested in aerodynamics conceived modifications, and a loves ME to BRUSH On top you find: Harrison 1975. I leave it up to the good judgement of your readers to determine if this inscription together with the artists as: Harrison 1975 fits into the colonial theme; 6 should appear visibly on every plug. Therefore, the Harrison 1975 identification on top of the plug misses completely the very significance of the event thus being commemorated. What the legend: My Dentist loves ME to BRUSH" may possibly have to do with our Bicentennial celebration is not apparent to me. If we allow this type of eccentric and gratuitous inscription on these little fireplugs, we cant object if somebody should imitate those imbecilic rock painters of modem times who dare to defile truly important rock formations with: Kilroy was here. Hopefully, this legend: My Dentist loves ME to BRUSH will be artistically painted out on the fireplug at First East and First North. These intriguing little fireplugs are indeed the nicest thing that has happened to this fair town in quite a spell, and we surely wont let one tasteless and thoughtless legend on one fireplug dampen our genuine enthusiasm over this little army of colonial darlings! ser- viceable hang glider evolved. In turn, this prototype glider spawned many other models and variations. The principle is a simple one. Participants take a running leap into the wind off a cliff, or they are pulled or catapulted into the air, or dropped from a balloon, etc. Soaring into the wind, the kites can circle, bank, climb and float gently to the ground.... if everything goes right. HOWEVER, BAKER reminds us, The air, like the sea, can be cruel and un- predictable. Sudden downdrafts or updrafts or unexpected crosswinds can bring sudden and unavoidable diaster to even the most experienced kite pilots. Because of the inherent dangers of the sport, many originators and early enthusiasts (who are still living) already have abandoned hang gliding. Last year, Swiss hang glider champion Etienne Rithner announced he was quitting the sport because too many people were being killed, many of them experts. On the West Coast, Jack Haberstroh, who headed the worlds largest hanggliding school, sold his interest in the firm because of the incredible number of people being hurt and killed in hang gliders. After much research, Haberstroh concluded that the sport is so dangerous, it is in a class by itself. EVEN AMONG those who praise and promote hang gliding, there are those who have reservations. Will Yolen, President of the International Kite Flyers association, said, Kite soaring is unstable and dangerous. Our members want to be the OLDEST kite fliers, not the highest. Lloyd Licher, executive director of the Soaring Society of America and President of the U.S. Hang Gliding association, warns Those contemplating entering the activity are urged to go slow, literally and figuratively, and stay low going no higher than one is willing to fall. Some enthusiasts predict that improved craft will be availabe in the near future with full control capability and structural strength adequate to provide protection for the pilot. The Utah Safety council suggests that would-b- e kite pilots wait for these imto be perfected. craft proved Baker concluded, Its one of those situations where the National Safety councils current slogan seems to apply Take Time...To Be Safe. 1776-197- Sincerely yours, Adolph Kaltwasser, Brigham City Brushing and Bicentennial? Editor: announced today. well as provide employment opportunities for the growing labor force. by Ray M. Hall My Dentist Saturday night I finally took time to attend my first production at the Palace Playhouse. My family and I were to say the least! I consider the modest very impressed price to have been the best deal for the entertainment dollar that I have run across in years. The staging, directing, and acting were outstanding. Everyone did a fine job. I really feel that my fellow citizens who havent taken time yet to go up to Palace Playhouse are cheating themselves like I have been doing. Thanks to Mr. Tuckness and Mrs. Messervy for their excellence. Thanks to the News-Journfor excellent coverage Ive read all of your articles about the Playhouse from its inception, and no doubt your influence was great in influencing its reopening. Finally, a special thanks to Bob Favero and all of First Security for making such things as Annie Get Your Gun and the Palace Playhouse possible. Years Ago Brigham City July 14, 1950 -- F. Royle Carter, new a will drug store manage pharmacist, it was next this weekend, Clearfield opening at Drawn two directions the following inscription: Editor: 25 An Educomment Sarah Yates, president League of Women Voters Best entertainment buy point out mm ticularly Japan and Weit Germany have been devoting a higher proportion of their gross national product to capital investment. As these other nations expand and modernize their industrial plants, thereby affording greater efficiencies and lower unit costs, the United States is placed at an increasing competitive disadvantage in world trade. According to the study, huge capital outlays by business will be needed in the decade ahead to solve the multitude of problems faced by the United States as Press is important Editor: The Box Elder News, on June 15, pointed out that Congress is not the only whipping boy around, and made serveral good points about the importance and the value of the press. I felt the editorial to be accurate and fair. It raised the issue of the importance of the press, and I concur completely with the papers assessment. Thomas Jefferson may have been a little extreme when he commented on the importance of newspapers saying that if he had to choose a government without papers or newspapers without a government, he would choose the latter but a free press clearly provides the foundation on which our government functions. Sincerely, Gunn McKay Member of Congress Driving foster than 55? you're a lawbreaker by Lea Cotta m Gov. Calvin L. Rampton recently issued an order that said any state employe reported exceeding the 55 mile per hour speed limit would face suspension, or possibly termination, from his or her job. This idea has met with a quantity of questions and complaints concerning its legality and fairness. Assuming the order doesnt deny the state employes right to due process of law, the to make governors plan seems sense. Everyone agrees that government employes should obey the laws explicitly, especially in light of the last few years of Watergate. Just as anybody thats breezing down the freeway, (if you can catch them without getting a ticket,) and theyll tell you all about how those people paid by their taxes should be honest and obey all the laws. All the laws. That includes the speed limit, folks, because thats a law, too. But too many people seem to think obeying the speed limit is a great thing for other people to do. Chuckling as they blow by the poor sucker puttering along at 55 miles per, are the drivers who holler the loudest about the government officials who bend the laws. Whereas, most Utah drivers will pay a mere fine for ignoring the speed limit laws, state employes now face losing their jobs. Unfair, the cry goes up. Okay, maybe everybody should face losing employment for speeding. It would seem to be a little more tolerable than losing the lives of the chuckling drivers and their passengers when they met another chuckler coming from the other direction at 60 miles per hour plus. Studies show that persons involved in collisions at speeds above 60 miles per hour are much more than likely to ride away in a hearse than an ambulance. Maybe the governors order is unfair and discriminatory toward state employes. But in my opinion, it is more unfair for citizens to insist that state officials observe laws they themselves bend. Its even more unfair for drivers who cruise at high speeds to infringe on my chances of living to see my youthful idealism change to cynicism. Look at it this way. Maybe youll just pay a fine or lose your job for only going 5 miles per hour over if youre caught by a law enforcement officer. But if youre apprehended by another car, you may pay with your life. Slow down ! Well all live longer. ( |