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Show RECORD THE SAN JUAN. , t t T . of the Uranium Producers of America, said that the Sec- UPA welcomes import investigation The finding of the Secretary of Energy that the domestic uranium industry was not viable in calendar year 1987 recognizes for the first time that the rising tide of uranium imports threatens the industrys future and the nations defense and energy security. Gerald W. Grandey , president A gift of love: workshop Trying to cope with a family crisis or death can be tough under any circumstances, but the family that does not have ready access to business information suffers a greater disadvantage. All family members need to make a file containing basic information for their families. Unfortunately, this is a task we all know that we should do but tend to put off. Now, the San Juan County Cooperative Extension Service is offering to help you prepare all the information on the spot. A Gift of Love will be presented at 7 p.m. at the library in Monticello on February 1, and at the library in Blanding on February 15 at 7 p.m. All participants will be given a file folder containing information forms in the areas of finance, legal and personal information, and assistance in completing them will be provided during the workshop. There is a registration fee of $1 to cover the cost of materials. Most of us would do anything we could to help our family through a crisis. Providing them with the information they need is one of the greatest gifts you can offer. So take advantage and participate in the Gift of Love workshop. For more information call the Extension Office at extension 32. 587-223- 1, J V laiflcr finding of nonthe fourth in a viability row comes as no surprise to an industry that has seen its production decline since 1980 from 43 million pounds to about 12. million pounds, only 30 percent of United States demand. With only four uranium mills currently producing in the nation, a secure supply of uranium for defense and utility needs is clearly in retarys j Wednesday Jar?iiaiy,'18;,1989;Page operate fully with the section 232 study, but said the industry is well aware that such studies rarely lead to action that helps the industries at risk. We continue to believe that action by Congress is essential to compensate for foreign sub- - 6 sidies and to restore a viable industry. We hope that the new like the administration will Reagan administration recognize the importance of domestic production capability and support comprehensive uranium legislation. jeopardy. Grandey said the uranium industry welcomes the investigation requested by the Secretary to determine the national security impacts of uranium imports under section 232 of the We Trade Expansion act. believe this study will highlight the risks involved in letting one or two foreign governments, however friendly, dominate the domestic uranium market. The Secretarys request for an investigation in effect recognizes the strategic significance of uranium in the world. In other uranium producing nations, key decisions about uranium are made by governments, not private companies. Investment decisions are supported by government guarantees and subsidies. This is particularly true in Canada where much of the uranium resource is government owned. A government corporation in Canada today controls almost 50 percent of the world uranium spot market. Neither Canada nor Australia, our major sources of uranium imports, sell uranium to the United States for military purposes. Grandey said that the uranium industry would co Planning committee for girls region basketball tourney: (back, left) Dennis Jones, Jim Harris, Marilyn Palmer, Lynnette Adams. Not pictured, Donna Singer. Broncos will host region basketball lts a first for San Juan High, host for the 1989 girls AA regional basketball tournament This is the first time any kind of post season competition in AA high school athletics has 20 r.iERiCAfj TeleVenture says SJHS athletic director Dennis Jones. He explained that the Utah High School Activities Committee agreed two years ago they would come south for a tournament. Now it is a reality. Competing will be Grand County High, Wasatch High, Lehi High, Union High, Park City High, Grantsville High, Morgan High, and San Juan been held locally, High. HAPPY NEW YEAR ! Our goal in 1989 is to give you the best in quality television programming and reception. While Supplies Last IndoorOlltdoor Thermometer lets you check the temperature scales show Celsius and Fahrenheit readmarkings. Indoor humidity gauge helps comfortable Easy to install. 538? you keep your home before you go outside! ings, with large, easy-to-rea- Twin d QUANTITIES LIMITED CMIL (MS DDGUECTT if you have any questions or problems concerning cable television BLANEDBNG 1 TOLL FREE -8- 00-367-7810 Monticello - 587-20- 51 Marilyn Palmer, SJHS girls athletics parent advisor, heads We the planning committee. want everyone to feel good about coming to San Juan. We want to get the crowds out, and are working hard to make sure that happens. Members of the planning committee in addition to Palmer are: Coach Jones, SJHS Principal Jim Harris, and Donna Singer, and Lynnette Adams. They are charged with making arrangement for referees, hospitality services, community support, publicity, and tournament logistics. Specifics include hosting a hospitality room for coaches and teams; preparing discount coupon flyers; providing entertainment and concessions; and soliciting community support. Anyone with ideas and time to help is invited to contact a committee member. |