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Show Miss Shirlee Begay is Winner of Am. Fork Chamber Essay Contest Shirlee Begay, Is the winner of the Chamber of Commerce Essay Contest this week. Shirlee is an Indian student in the area and has attended schools here for the past few years. She is presently pres-ently a junior at the high school. She receives a $10 gift certificate certifi-cate from Chipman's for her essay es-say entitled, "Why I Like Living in American Fork." "WHY I LIKE LIVING IN AMERICAN FORK" I came here in 1959 from Arizona Ari-zona to go to school through the work of the LDS Church. As I first entered the valley it was early in the morning. I saw the beautiful majestic mountains with a few late stars above and the early morning light shining throughout the valley. It was breathtaking and it looked so warnij but cool. I. gave you he feeling of being part of if and knowing you were welcome. I was very young at the time but I knew of the beauty that surrounded sur-rounded the valley. I started school at the Greenwood Green-wood Elementary, one of the four elementary schools. At the time I thought it was so huge that I would never get to fully know the school and the many students. Before long I knew the school, teachers, and many classmates. The children and teachers were so very kind and friendly towards to-wards me. They made me feel welcome and this is wonderful to know, especially when you're a stranger in a new place. One of the first things I learned learn-ed in school v. as the history of American Fork. This was very Interesting to me because I noticed no-ticed the highlights of the town and knew historical facts and events that occurred. About 1849-50 1849-50 one family and cattle herders spent the first winter in a log cabin built on the American Fork Creek. That spring some more families built a home. On May 25, 1851, the first LDS Branch was organized with Leonard E. Harrington Har-rington as president. At that time there were about 12 families numbering 55 people in the community. com-munity. July 1853, Mr. Harrington Harring-ton was elected mayor of the town. Mr. Harrington was from the state of New York. Until his death in 1883 he held the "Jgh-est "Jgh-est office of Bishop and Mayor. He also was the postmaster, justice of the peace, and a member mem-ber of the territorial legislature, yhe town was known as Lake City until 1860. Some of the first settlers set-tlers were from the eastern states and immigrants from the British Isles and Scandanavia. ; Farming and stockraising were chief occupation for many years. As this increased the stockrais-ers stockrais-ers moved to mountains and deserts. des-erts. With the ideal climate, water, wa-ter, and soils, farming is good. ; In 1860, mining developed in Am. Fork Canyon. A railroad was built to Silver Lake Flat. It was later closed and abandoned. :- American Fork was the first bwn to provide tax supporting schools for children. For over 50 years our volunteer fire department depart-ment has had a spirit of dedication dedica-tion to protect life and property. We have one of the best water systems in the State. American Fork was the first to construct a sewage disposal and treatment plant. Our water supply is not only sufficient but rates superior in purity. We have twelve LDS wards with six chapels to provide places foi worship, recreation, and cultural development. The Presbyterian Church, Assembly of God, and Jehovah's Witnesses also maintain main-tain chanels. ; American Fork is a favorable place which provides a place to work in many types of vocation, voca-tion, to raise a family, or a ; Public Notice John W, Rowberry, Administrator Adminis-trator of the State Department "of Contractors warns all home :owners that the so-called Gypsy :Gang is invading Utah, and are doing roof oiling, texture coating coat-ing of foundations and sealing of -asphalt walks and driveways. Be--fore contracting for any of these -items, make sure that they show :a valid Utah Contractors License. : We can control these robbers ;if the public will cooperate and thereby save the Utah home owners own-ers thousands of hard-earned dollars. If any of these unlicensed unlic-ensed people contact you, please f report their whereabouts to the Commission of Business Regulation, Regu-lation, Dept. of Contractors. Britain is attempting to hold wage increases to three percent. Walter Johnson had 12 seasons of major league pitching when he won 20 or more games. Austin, the capital of Texas, is on the Colorado River. , 1 '( ' Shirlee Begay place for a few days of recreation recrea-tion and pleasure. American Fork is the "Hub" of North Utah County' It is easy to reach Am. Fork by way of the newly built Interstate 15 Freeway. It is the hub in industry, business busi-ness climate, and shopping center. cen-ter. We have beautiful residential residen-tial area which includes modern homes and other housing developments. develop-ments. We enjoy one of the finest educational programs. We have a newly built senior high school, one junior high, and four elementary elemen-tary schools. Utah State Training School is the only residential facility for the mentally retarded residents of the state of Utah. It was built in 1931 in American Fork. American Fork Hospital serves needs of North Utah County Coun-ty residents. It has been remodeled re-modeled recently with additional addition-al rooms. The American Fork Canyon is noted for its spectacular beauty, recreational facilities and Tim-panogos Tim-panogos Cave. We have improved campgrounds and picnic areas to serve everyone. City parks are maintained with playground equipment and other recreational recreation-al facilities. In addition we have the boat harbor on the north shore of nearby Utah Lake. The community provides a recreation recrea-tion program which includes; art, handicraft, dancing, special events, swimming, skiing, archery, arch-ery, golf, and many other sports. We have a wonderful friendly community that offers many things and it is a wonderful place to live. There are many opportunities opport-unities and facilities - It is a ideal place to live and to progress. Graduation Make a great day even greater with a magnificent magni-ficent gift from the Bulova Excellence Watch Collection Turn graduation into a memorable mem-orable celebration with a watch so fine that it was. inspected in-spected up to 800 times before be-fore it was rewarded with the Excellence Seal. Lady of Fashion "AX"- 17 Jewels. Automatic. Stainless Stain-less Steel. Waterproof. Water-proof. J59.95 USE YOUR CREDIT 756-3281 THE AMERICAN FORK CITIZEN.. Thursday. May 16, 1968 G. Marion Hinckley Declines to Seek Re-Election as County Commissioner In view of the necessity of filing for state and local offices under the statutes of the State of Utah, Utah County Commissioner Commis-sioner G. Marion Hinckley recently re-cently issued the following state-men state-men with regards to his position for the fall elections: "It is with a note of deep regret that I take this means to inform my constituents and my many friends fri-ends of Utah County that I will not file for re-election during November election. I have reached reach-ed this decision after a careful survey of all factors regarding1 my obligation folhe party and debt of public service which I have always felt was a part of my obligation to Utah County. "Certain conditions motivate this decision and I am sure that after your awareness o them, you will appreciate the reason for my decision. It has been my privilege to serve Utah County and Provo City in a public capacity cap-acity for a period of nearly 14 years. The citizens of Provo were most kind to have me serve two years as City Councilman and then gave me the privilege of additional service as Mayor of Provo City for a period of one year. In addition to, it has been a great pleasure to broaden broad-en the scope of public service by having your support in electing elect-ing and re-electing me to serving serv-ing three times as County Commissioner. Com-missioner. This has been a most enjoyable period of service ser-vice and hopefully it has added a degree of service which you have found to be in your favor. "However, a decision at this time such as I have just made is prompted by personal obligation obliga-tion to my family and in a sense to myself. As many of you know, Mrs. Hinckley has undergone two major operations during the past two years, and I continue to have a concern for her health. Then too, having five children, three boys, two of which are iu the services of the Armed Forces of our country and two daughters. daugh-ters. I feel that I have missed miss-ed an opportunity to enjoy maturing ma-turing relationships with them during these years. "Have discussed my decision with the Governor on Thursday, and with other party leaders to whom I feel I have a debt of obligation and gratitude. I feel that the party will be represented rep-resented by top flight candidates candi-dates for the upcoming primary and general elections this fall. Could not let this occasion pass without a note of appreciation to the many thousands of friends and neighbors who have been most kind in their support of my efforts. "I feel that Utah County and I share with you a note of pride for both Provo City and Utah County for what has been accomplished ac-complished during the last 12 WW Aeroiet "K"-17 Jewels. Automatic. Automa-tic. Waterproof. $69.95 When you know what makes a watch tick, youll Read's Jewelry & Gift American Fork, Utah years. My special thanks to party leaders, to the mayors and chambers of commerce throughout through-out Utah County, to the President Presi-dent of Brigham Young University, Univer-sity, Dr. Ernest L. Wilkinson, to Ray Sundquist, present General Gen-eral Superintendent of Geneva Steel, and to his predecessor George Jedenoff, and the many people in both industry, labor, and the general field who Hive shared in our strides of progress pro-gress toward making Utah County Coun-ty the finest on the Wasatch Front. I wish to express appreciation ap-preciation for the loyalty and support of the many county employees, em-ployees, and express the enjoyment enjoy-ment of working with republicans and democrats alike on the commission com-mission over the past years. "I know that I have probably participated in some of the errors, er-rors, but without errors we make no progress. You have been most faithful in sustaining our actions. It is my sincere hope that the Utah County Commission, Commis-sion, the Wasatch Front Tax Study Committee, with the cooperation co-operation of the courts will be able to resolve the burdenness tax problems imposed on parts of Utah County by the State Tax Commission. ' May I conclude with my personal per-sonal best wishes and that of my family for the continued progress pro-gress of Utah County as we move ahead. May I assure you that despite my heavy load of church activities, which I shall continue contin-ue to assume, that I will continue, con-tinue, to be a most active party OUJJUi let AJ. Uti fcliC tUVCUf o i O-t and national levels. Thank you again for the privilege you have given me during these wonder-full wonder-full years of service." Lctcna Music Club Sponsors Piano Recital The home of Mrs. Bob L. Allison was the meeting place for the Latona Music Club Wednesday, Wed-nesday, May 8. The piano students of Mrs. Allison gave the program for the evening. It was presented as follows: Michael Taylor played, play-ed, "M aleguena' ; Marsha Frandsen, "Jet ; Cynthia Dahl, "The Dream of Olwen"; Vanet Brady, "Robins Return"; Dorothy Doro-thy Mills, "Warshaw Concerto," Johnny Van Wagoner, "Under the Double Eagle"; Lori Van Wagoner, "Sleepy Lagune"; Jer-is Jer-is Russon, "Nocturno"; Julie Rhodes, "Adagio' ; George Frandsen, "Kerry Dance"; and Lorena Pratt, "Romance." Special guests included Mrs. Annie Rothe, mother of Mrs. Wilson Ritchie; Mrs. Walt Rodke, "ister of Mrs. Rulon Winter; and Mrs. W. Dean Taylor. Sea King "AK' 17 Jewels. Waterproof.' Luminous dial and hands. $49.95 La Petite "LE" -23 Jewels. 2 Diamonds. Dia-monds. Adjustable bracelet. $69.95 give a Bulova. Shop I ii '- ''WWI....W' ii mi iiiiiuuiiiimu ji iiiumit.uiMj vu,,m,M iim i i ,i ii.j w..mu "'. ' 1 "" ' U.S.D.A. 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