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Show DAVIS REFLEX JOURNAL MAY 22, 1985 DAVIS COUNTY CLIPPER, MAY 22, 1985 Davis County Clipper Davis Published Hes Slow To Retire Reflex-Journ- al weekly by Clipper Publishing Co. 76 South Main I Bountiful, Utah 84010 newspaper published al Bountiful, UT in the interest of Davis County and colonies formed by former residents. Entered as second class matter at Bountiful, Utah, under the Act of Weekly March 8, 1979. Second class postage paid at Bountiful, UT, 84010 Publisher Mgr. John Stahle, Jr. Editor Dean S. Stahle Asst Mgr. Luclle Stahle Continued from page one only six years, we had 33 State parks with 295-225- 1 (USPS , 27 under develop-- j ment.) 1491-8000- ) Like the time he asked the County Library Board if he could use the vacant library basement for a I ( I I senior citizens center.. .(When they hesitated I told them since the i I library was receiving federal monies 1 would raise the issues with our legislators. That the community might be informed about the of daily life, we present the Forum, In hope of aiding a behind-the-scene- s more intelligent decision. Wednesday LIGHTER SIDE A humorous look a serous top'cs ONE BOARD member said, Aldin, you wouldnt go that far would you? I told them I was we got to use the basement. Later we would build the Golden Years Center, and the construction cost of $404,000 was paid off in only one year.) Like the time he saw a need for the LDS Seminary program at Bountiful High. ..(They didnt have a place to hold classes, so I bought a piece of land and donated it to the church.) LIKE THE time he pioneered the concept in his grocery business. ..("It was a case of educating the public that they could get their own product and put it in a self-servi- GOP vs Demo CYCLOPS Guest Writer old son It was during the evening news that my asked me the ultimate question: Dad, whats that mean... this Republican? Rather than a lecture in political theory, I explained that Republicans and Democrats are people who have different ideas. five-ye- Try this guy, he said. I think hes still alive. With this input, I have prepared the following descriptive traits for a Davis County Republican and Democrat: A Republican will drive a automobile, frequently a Cadillac Eldorado or a Buick Riveria; a Democrat will drive a 1969 Volkswagen--an- d hell still be making el payments. A Republican buys his clothing at ZCMI; a Democrat buys his clothing from the pro shop at his local bowling alley. A Republican is probably a member of the LDS Church; the last time a Democrat is most probably a Unitatian--an- d he mentioned the Lords name was when he hit his thumb with a hammer. A Republican will say he supports more money for education, but that he is against raising taxes to pay for it; a Democrat will say he supports education, too, and that we should soak the Republicans to pay for it. A Republican attends college football games; a Demowishes he crat attends high school football games--an- d could have graduated. Davis County Republicans believe in freedom of choice excepting that they want to censor cable television; a wishes he Democrat believes in freedom of choice--an- d had the money to subscribe to cable television. A Republican's favorite designer is Pierre Cardin; a Democrats favorite designer is Gomer Pyle. A Republican goes to Hawaii on vacations; a Democrat goes to the Elks Club on vacations. Of course, there are similarities. Democrats believe in a womans rights; Republicans also believe in womans rights--a- s long as she stays right in the kitchen. Democrats hate paying income tax; Republicans hate with their tax write-offthey paying income tax, too--an- s, d, HIS DRIVE, he says, stemmed not money but from his parents. He was born in a log cabin in Circlevil-l- e Canyon, the son of ranchers whom, he says, saw work as an obligation of survival. (The neighboring ranch harbored the Parker Family, one of whose hard-workin- g sons-Bu- tch don't. Democrats like to be elected to the Utah Legislature to vote against silly bills; Republicans like to be elected to the Utah Legislature so they can sponsor silly bills. Democrats spend a lot of money on elections--an- d lose; we Republicans spend even more money on elections--an- d all end up losing. Of course, most voters in Davis County are neither Republicans or Democrats. They are Independents. And how can you tell the difference between an Independent? Hes the one who makes the difference in any election! that Aldin would receive.) After graduating from Davis High and the University of Utah, he and his brother Coy took on a franchise with the O.P. Skaggs grocery operation. They opened stores in Bountiful and Layton and soon the family grocery connection expanded to Idaho and Provo. Later Coy and Aldin returned to Bountiful to open up The Hayward Market, soon recognized in the industry as doing more business per square foot of floor space than any other grocery unit in Utah. AFTER 35 years in the grocery business, the Haywards sold their interests to large chains, and Aldin became increasingly involved in the Davis County Bicentennial Committee. AND THE awards and plaques began to accumulate. He was one of only seven Utahns to receive an award from the American Cancer Society. He was named to the Outstanding Senior Citizen in his community. The Sertoma Club issued him its outstanding service award. The room in his house began to fill up. But much more important than the awards were the people involved, he says. MEETING people and associating with them is the greatest thing in life, he offers. That's what Ill always remember. Ive been lucky in my life in that Ive been in a position to try and when you do that, you meet some very wonderful Best Way To Fight Continued from page one county. Beyond that, teenage representatives are in place at each of the high schools as efforts are put together to involve parents and their children from elementary school on up. A KEY role of Davis Alliance is coordination with the Utah Federation for Drug-Fre- e Youth and their tie in with a similar national group. Norma Bangerter heads up Utahs effort while Nancy Reagan chairs the national team. So what good are all of these groups? MRS. BISHOP points to legislation sponsored by Sen. Orrin Hatch currently before Congress that would pave the way for funding to construct treatment facilities that are in critically short supply. That way, a youth with a severe problem e wouldnt have to risk waiting months and getting help only when its too late. Parent education would also be included in that same bill. Beyond that, attempts at stiffening laws against illegal drug use would be sought, with a lobbyist already in place at the Utah Legislature, she says. Similar efforts paid off years in some states in the East and South where laws have been making an impact. AS IT stands now, once a kid is picked two-thre- five-seve- n up and his hands are slapped thats basically the end of it, Mrs. Bishop says, adding, its not the police or the judges fault just the way the laws currently stand. You cant do it alone, she stresses, speaking of fighting the problem. If this (legislation) passes, we could hopefully have a facility built within two years. Insurance companies are finally recognizing problems, with all but one major provider paying from 0 percent coverage for treatment, she notes. WERE JUST starting, Mrs. Bishop says, noting that especially in this area, denial is so great--s- o many are afraid to admit they have a problem. By the time they see it, it is too late. People must realize that those addicted to no longer use them by choice--it- s a problem they need help to overcome. THE CRUX of the problem is to snare it before there is one, she emphasizes. If we can intervene there wont be anything to prevent. It must be done together, though, the new convert says, adding its not the fault of the schools, teachers or parents-n- o particular group. Its time that we all work together, address the problem, and move ahead. THE ATTITUDE of leaving it to drug-alcoh- drug-alcoh- Triplets Bring Joy , Concerns To Smith Family Continued from page one AFTER TWO weeks in Salt Lake hospitals, Christopher, Amy Jo and Daniel were returned to Lakeview Hospital. According to Arlie Benegar, Lakeviews The Smith babies made tremenNursery Supervisor, dous progress while at Lakeview. She said, Theyve been good babies all along. At the time of Daniels discharge, Mrs. Smith said, havent been sleeping With the two already home, much, now Ill probably be sleeping less. 1 THE SMITHS now have eight children, six girls and two boys - all delivered by Dr. Tucker. The triplets were the first set born at Lakeview Hospital. However, according to the hospital's medical records department, there have been some sets of triplets born at the old South Davis Community Hospital. When asked about multiple births in Bountiful, Dr. Tucker said he delivered triplets 13 years ago at the South Davis Hospital. ol ol 80-10- drugs-alcoh- ol people. Aldin today doesnt meet people. His hectic pace was slowed three years ago when he used to suffered a heart attack. run my snowblower around eight blocks in our neighborhood. I was just trying to be a good neighbor. And I suffered that heart attack one morning when I was trying to get the snowblower started. There was eight inches of snow out there, but I ended up in the darn hospital.) (I n SO HE moves slower nowadays. His failing eyesight has also trimmed his ability to drive his automobile, read the newspaper, or even write letters. But he remains active, attending luncheons several times per week at the Golden Years Center and serving on the Davis County Council for the Aging. And he delights in his five daughters, 24 grandchildren and six n. In fact, this last Christmas he purchased stock for his grandchildren. They receive $20 each quarter in stock dividends, he says. And I did it to help them learn the ' value of saving and investing. Its" not important how much your clothes cost. A wise man is frugal. THEN HE smiles and says, Ill be mighty happy if, when I die, I go down in my old work shoes. Working hard never hurt anybody. y i ; I 000 someone else must be discarded because directly or indirectly, it hits someone you know, Mrs. Bishop says, noting that while she doesnt have any immediate family members with problems, when she becomes a grandmother-whenev- er could be cause for conthat may cern. Its that way with everybody, she asserts. The more people get involved in Davis Alliance, the better, even if its only to attend meetings. While funds are gratefully accepted to help with prevention education programs no money is asked to join. And no funds are used to pay any staff--it- s all volunteer, Mrs. Bishop reiterates. USUALLY people are only motivated when they feel uncomfortable. No one can say crime is not influenced by drugs and alcohol use, she continues. You shouldnt wait until you see a youth on the ground, in a coma to drug overdtse to get involved, she emphasizes further. Over-us- e of prescription drugs is also a problem that shouldnt be ignored, she goes on. Often a parent will take a pill as a cure-aleven when everything appears all right to the children. What other example do they have, then, for giving them a similar idea, she asks. THOSE wishing to get involved-i- n any asked to call Mrs. Bishop at way-a- re or Joanne Barnes at be--the- re non-profi- t, l, 292-709- 298-344- 3 6. 2600 South So Rough That State Engineer Avoids It By GARY R. BLODGETT Clipper News Editor Have you driven up or down 2600 South (Bountiful) lately? If you have, it must have been an emergency. I HAVE never seen a street in such deplorable condition as 2600 South is today. Chuck holes are large enough to cause damage to your vehicle, and the washboard affect literally throws your vehicle into oncoming traffic. Its not only a menace it s a hazard to your health and safety. - BUT AFTER several years of serious planning and twice that time in the discussion stage - 2600 South between Orchard Drive is finally going to receive a facelifting. In and U.S. Highway fact, its going to receive a complete overhaul. I called J. Quintin Adair, chief of Roadway Design for the Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) the other day to ask him how the plans are progressing for construction of 2600 South. phone calls from Bountiful area residents who want to know when something is going to be done. More than once I (as a newspaper editor) have been called and told to get on the stick and get something done. Im tired of driving that bumpy, deathstreet. trap of a I can only sympathize with them. And believe me, I do. so-call- ed ITS MUCH too late in the game to point fingers at persons or agencies that might be acused of delaying the project. Instead, praise should be given to those who have dedicated hundreds of hours of their time and talent to get the project hwere it is today. Lets begin with Bountiful City Engineer Jack Balling. No one except his staff, family and now after spending an hour with him, include myself, know what he has gone through. 89-9- 1 THERE WAS a deep sigh of relief. Well Ill tell you Gary, Fm real glad to be able to say that the project has been advertised (as of last weekend) and well open bids about June 11. AS JACK pulled open his office filing cabinet, it was obvious that the 2600 South Project file was bulging several times larger than any other file in the drawer. This project has gone through more red tape, rewrites and problems than any project 1 have ever zeen associated with, said Jack. I have never been so frustrated and upset about anything as I have trying to meet all the state and federal rules and requirements. Good heavens, there are policies and requirements that not even the state knew about until they got the plans kicked ; back to them from the Feds. It was murder and I hope I never" have another project like this again. ; : ; -- " AFTER THE bids are opened, and the low bid awarded, it usually requires 30 days to begin construction. But were going to pull some strings and let the contractor begin almost immediately at least by the end of June. Completion date is scheduled for early fall." Quintin has a special reason for wanting to get this project underway and completed as soon as possible. - - YOU SEE, Quintin lives in Bountiful, too, and he uses or would use 2600 South to and from his job in Salt Lake City. I admit, he says, that it would be nice to turn off the interstate at 2600 South and zip up 2600 to Orchard Drive. But even though I live just off Orchard Drive, I take the long way home along 200 West and up 1500 South. Its a lot easier on the nerves, not to mention the car. - QUINTIN is also as tired as the rest of us who get the irate JACK ASSURED me that he had put in more time, more de-.- ! dication and volunteered more to this project than any in his professional career. I only hope that the public realizes what I have done to get this project completed." So do I. . while the work is being done, but it will be smooth sailing this fall. Maybe it will all be worth waiting for. ,1 ,i . AND DESPITE the professional conflicts that might have arisen between the city, county, state and even the federal agen- cies involved, its time now for praise for a job well done. Quintin and his staff, county officials and others have put in a lot of extra time to get this project off dead center. ITLL BE rough sledding this summer I . Garys Opinion - -- m re- ld ceive considerably more renoun basket.") This single-minde- d drive for achievement was not based on his desire for money. Says Etta, his wife of 58 years, Aldin never Cassidy-wou- civic causes. The list is long and varied: from a two-tim- e director of the South Davis Chamber of Commerce to a district governor of the Lions Club International. ..from a director of the United Fund to the chairman of a river basin committee... from the president of the Associated Service Clubs of Davis County to a chairman of the county crusade of the American Cancer Society... numerous finance offices in his church to the chairmanship of ar But how can you tell whos a Republican and whos a Democrat? he asked. Its a good question and one this column will answer: How can you tell the difference between a Davis County Republican and a Davis County Democrat? The first problem, however, was in finding a Democrat in Davis County. They are normally scarce, and they tend to go into hiding whenever Teddy Kennedys name comes up or Martin Luther Kings birthday rolls around. But I finally found one hiding in a corner table at Lees Cafe. He gave me his ideas and, when I asked for the name of another Davis County Democrat, he thought for 15 minutes and finally wrote a name and telephone number on his napkin. late-mod- cared about having a whole lot of money. Hed make donations to causes he cared about, but hed have a hard time buying himself a new set of clothes. He was always tight when it came to spending money on himself. . .. , : . . . yxc : f |