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Show COlBmN The Complete Home Newspaper -- Read It in The Timea or Leade- r- CHATTER Your ChancM After 65 l The census bureau reports that your chances of being alive and active after your 65th birthday anniversary are 26 percent better today than they were in 1940. are living longer, better all the tune. The Building Boom I was interested to talk to my good friends and neighbors, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Cannon, who recently returned from a winter vacation to Florida. They say its warm climate attracts many visitors. Wherever they went on their trip, Mr. and Mrs. Cannon said the building boom continued with homes, apartment many new houses, farm buildings and industries under construction or expanding just as they are here in Magna and Garfield. What is difficult to understand is how all this expansion can continue for such a long period, and that every new home built, seems to find a buyer or interested family to occupy the dwelling. In some cities in the southwest, and south, where thousands of families have moved in, they assume there must be "ghost towns and cities" in many places and that everybody is locating in Florida, Arizona or California Ahree states that have enjoyed almost unbelievable building booms. Yet they are surprised to learn that towns in Utah like ours and thousands of others in the west and east have enjoyed a similar expansion program and also are facing school, water and sewage shortages. This continued boom is understandable when we realize that population in the United States is increasing at the rate of five persons every minute, although births have hit a new peak of one every eight seconds. Statistics estimate our population will be 175 million by claim it will be 190 mil-lioI960--othe- rs Garfield, Utah, Friday, February 12, 1954 Thirty-sevent- h year COUNTY TO F.T. HERMAN all-tim- position. if- - SPEND $10,000 flQ Ghost writers, also have ghosts, writers, that is. C. D. Jackson, who writes the speeches for President Eisenhower, has found it necessary to have another White House aide work on his own speeches. Every president has had ghost writers compose speeches, after he has given the writer his thoughts, and then the president checks things over. Usually, the ghost writers are former newspaper people. Could Have! It might have been said before the Committee for the InvestiActivigation of ties: I refuse to answer that question on the grounds that I don't know what the Kremlin wants me to say!" Let no feeling of discouragement prey upon you, and in the end you are sure to succeed." -- Abraham Lincoln You know the Overheard: type. Nothing in the paper unless her name is mentioned." Fine Reputation It was a pleasure to again see Joan Spralley Childs and meet her hudband, J. W. Childs, a Certified Public Accountant, who I understand, has an enviable reputation for helping people file their income tax returns. Mr. Childs has an office in Salt Lake City, but he and wife, Joan, and two lovely daughters, reside in Magna. He is able to offer income tax assistance, and may be reached by calling Magna 6096. Installed. Other Improvements to Follow Salt Lake County plans to ex- pend a sum of $10,000 on the Magna sewer for varied and extensive improvements, and one pump has been installed as part of this overall picture. This will include another pump, chlorinating system, a new pit, and as soon as the weather improves. work will begin, according to J. 11. Breeze, road superintendent, who is also in charge of the sewer, located in north Magna, near the gclf course. Ordered To Connect Several Magna citizen.-- ' were given sharp and terse warnings by Judge Arthur W. Mays in his court Monday to cither connect to the Magna newer within 30 days, or "be prosecuted. Offenders who do not connect can be committed to six months in the Salt Lake County jail or pay a $300 fine. Other local residents will be cited in the next several weeks for failure to connect to the sewer. KCC PLANS $3 MILLION PROGRAM HERE The Utah Copper Division of Kennecott Copper Corporation will complete its $3.3 million improvement program at its department of mills in March, according to announcement made recently by L. F. Pott, division general manager. The major change at the Arthur mill in flotation circuit additions and replacements was finished last July. Changes at Magna mill in flotation cells is due completion in March. Improvements will slightly increase the recover' of copper at tlie mills. Additional amounts of molybdenite also will be recovered. Machines Flotation One of the Magna projects ll volves the addition of a in- unit of flat : m machines at the ws now in operation at the plant. A separate end of th. .. j . section of 18 cleaner flotation cells also has been included in the program. They will treat the concentrate produced by the adding unit Work on this program at Magna started in Novemll ber. 1952. The additions at the Magna of a of tailings now mill consist fundamentally emanating from the plant, with the objective of recovering even greater amounts of copper and molybdenite. TALK ON MAGNA CYPRUS SEMINARY QUEEN SWIM POOL Public Invited To Attend Meeting Next Monday Evening non-scho- ol Couple Observe Golden Wedding Family, Town Shocked And Sorrowed at Death of Sgt. Alan Croxford MAGNA Word was received here this week by Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Croxford of Magna that their son, Sergeant Alan Croxford, 23, died in Korea February 2nd. He was involved in a vehicle accident, according to the telegram. Further information is not available at this time on details of the accident, but the body of the fine young man will be brought home and funeral riles will be conducted in Our Lady of Lourdes church in Magna. CYPRUS LOSES The splendid young man had been a member of the armed services since he was 17 years old and participated in many battles. He came home for a short while and reenlisted in the service. Survivors include his parents, a brother, Lieutenant Richard Croxford, serving his country in the South Pacific, one sister, Mrs. Sharon Wright of Salt Lake City, a foster sister, Miss Joann Avery of Magna and a paternal grandmother in Colorado. Most sincere sympathy is extended to the sorrowed family. Alan was an upstanding, fine d youth, by all, and his tiagic passing is to be deeply regretted. TO BINGIIAM, Jehovah's Wil nesses Mr. Sheffield is still employed at the Magna Mill of Kennecott Copper Corporation, where he has been a valuable and loyal worker for 44 years. Mrs. Sheffield is a member of the LDS church and has been active in a number of its groups. The esteemed couple received many congratulations and well wishes from their families and friends. The daughter, Mrs. Ash, is still visiting her parents here. best-dresse- Homa On Leave Glen Privett. son of Mr. and Mrs. Chester Privett, is home on leave from the United a States Navy. He will return to San Diego, California. 30-d- ay PLAYS JUDGE Mr. R. Ruhlandcr will speak on the subject. "A World Government For Peace," at the next Cyprus lost to Bingham Friday meeting of Jehovah's Witnesses game, Sunday evening, February 14th in evening in a heart-breakrated as one of the best hoop the Magna Hall at 7:00 p.m. tussles in this vicinity and attendEveryone interested is invited to attend. ed by a record, standing crowd. Cyprus plays Judge here Friday. 50-4- 6, LINCOLN? What Is It About Regarded Magna well-know- A queen will be chosen at the annual Sweetheart Ball of the Cyprus Seminary Saturday evening, February 13th in the North Jordan Stakehouse at Granger, announce officials. Fifteen young ladies have been nominated for the honor queen position. She will have two attendants. Lorenzo S. Young, architect of Music for the entertainment is the Magna swimming pool, will be the featured speaker next Monday to be furnished by the C" Quin- en. The above photograph was takevening, February 15th at a meet- tet, a group of Cyprus students. Candidates are: first row from en by Kennedy Grant of Magna. ing of the Magna Community Council, beginning promptly at 8:00 p. m. It will be held in the Magna Union Hall, and the public is cordially invited to attend. Mr. Young will present various aspects of the pool, the vital necessity for each and every citizen to personally assume an obligation to see that it becomes a reality. A meeting of the Swimming Pool committee was held Thursday evening and the group unanimously voted to endeavor and acquaint eacli resident with the vital necessity of supporting and cooperating on this project. The committee feels that if the pool is not procured now, it will never be realized for the community. They emphasize the fact that NOW is the opportune time to get the pool, and have it constructed in conjunction with the new Cyprus high school gymnasium. Salt Lake County Recreation Department has approved the pool and will assist financially, as well as provide for qualified supervision of it during hours. However, the local townspeople must meet a quota of $25,000 and continued payment of pledges is drastically needed. WILL YOU GIVE? WILL YOU SUPPORT THIS ENTERPRISE THAT WILL BENEFIT ALL? YOUTH DIES IN KOREA FEBRUARY 2ND Mr. and Mrs. Frank Sheffield, regarded Magna residents for 44 years, observed their golden wedding anniversary Saturday, February 6th with a quiet family dinner and social at their home. n The pair were married fifty years ago in Salt Lake City. They are the parents of five children, Cecil Sheffield, San Francisco, California, Mrs. Beryl Norma Moesser, Hunter, Mrs. Naylor, Kearns and Mrs. Lela Ash of Victorville, California. A son, Laync, died a number of years ago. Mr. and Mrs. Sheffield also have 11 grandchildreil and two ," ARCHITECT TO FIFTEEN MAIDS CANDIDATES FOR well-like- So, at long last the Duchess of Windsor has slipped to the bottom of the world's 10 best dressed women. My own candidate for the woman in Magna is d the mannequin in the Best Shop She never wears the window. same thing twice! Frank T. Herman, a foreman at Kennecott Copper Corporation Garfield Refinery, has been named to direct the 1954 Crusade for Freedom in the Magna --Garfield area. His appointment was announced by Hal R. Harmon, Salt Lake City, Utah chairman of the anticommunist crusade. Mr. Herman is past commander of the Cyprus Post No. 38, American Legion. Mr. Herman said that plan are being completed to make nationally designated Freedom Week, February 12th to 22nd, an outstanding event in this locality. "It will give our citizens a chance to go on record in support of Radio Free Europe in the fight for truth against communistic propaganda," he said. The RFE network, now a chain piercing the Iron Curtain with truth-castsis supported by contributions from Americans. With recent curtailments of the Voice of America programs, RFE now is the only major avenue of left to right: Marlene Jones, Laura Information available to the poo-plof satellite nations. Lou Huiith, Mina Marshall, DoroAll will be given the opportunthy Wach, Joan Gregory. Second Row: Peggy Herron, ity to sign freedom scrolls," inJoanne Coats, Jeanne Hendrick- dicating their hopes for eventual religious and personal freedom for son. Third Row: Barbara Herron, the peoples behind the Iron CurSylvia Maestos, Patsy Solomon, tain. Marilyn Wendel. Jo Ann Korous, Bobbie Mac Wrigley and Elaine Callister were absent when the picture was tak- One New Pump Already six-ce- Yes, it's true. FOR FREEDOM ON SEWER six-ce- If congressmen arc granted the proposed $25,000 yearly salary instead of the $15,000 they now receive they will have a net, yearly pay increase of only $1,472 After taxes have been deducted. LEAVES FROM A CEREBRAL GARDENERS HEADS CRUSADE n. In 53 nearly 4 million babies e were born, a new peak of 3,700-00- 0 the with hi$h compared in 1947. This growth in our birth rate will be reflected in the need for more homes, more schools, growing towns and cities in the entire nation. Fortunately, these problems can be solved, as we have wealth, the to meet genius and the know-hoemergencies and we also have the capacity for raising the food needed to take care of a growing nation, which is unliMe many places in the world where trouble continues because there are too many mouths to feed and not enough to go around. As a nation we occupy a happy positionan enviable one to many peoples in the world who are less fortunate. Ours is a fortunate nation-l- et us do all we cun to keep it in that Number 34 Why are more books sold and read about Lincoln than about any other American, living or dead? What it his enormous hold on a generation that never knew him? Possibly one answer lies in Lincolns " human-nesand his humanity. Poverty never soured him. His life was fall of failures that never embittered him. Great success never marred his true humility. And neither failure or success could spoil his quiet sense of humor. These are some of the things we will remember about Lincoln when we celebrate his birthday, Friday, February 12th. V Philanthrophic Purposes The communities of Magna. Garfield, Hunter and Granger have poured funds liberally in to the campaign to raise money for the annua March of Dime-- , in this area, according to Matt W. Broderick, chairman, and from present indications, the fund this year will exceed t year's quota. Contributions continue to pour in and any who have not aided the drive may send in their money to Mr. Brodonck. who will have a complete, detailed report by the end of February. The Porchlight Parade, better known as the Mothers' March for Dimes, found liberal response, and when nil the contributions were recorded, a total of $1285 25 was reall.i-- ized. The Garfield Pythian Sisters staged their annual caid party and sold many tickets for the worthy polio benefit, and generous response was giv For Cyprus Harold S. Madsen recently accepted the position as head of the Speech and Drama department at Cyprus high school, it was announced Tuesday by Principal Walter K. Daly. Mr. Madsen was selected to fill the vacancy created by the osignation of Wendell Bowthorpe who has left the teaching provision for other employment. Mr. Bowthorpe filled thii position since 1950 and during that time an outstanding high developed school dramatics program at the local school. Mr. Madsen comes to Cyprus very highly recommended. He is a graduate of Jordan high school and received his B. A. degree from the University of Utah in 1953. He is now working on his Master's degree in English. While a student at the University, Mr. Madsen received considerable experience in debating and dramatics. He traveled with the U. debate team and also with the U. of U. Touring Theater end the Young Peoples Theater. Prior to completing hia college work, Mr. Madsen served two years in the United States Army in Europe. He is married to the former Mona Darton, and is the father of two children. SCRAPBOOK TO SPEAK HERE Public Invited To Hear Talk On Important Subject Wednesday Eve Kenneth Roth, executive sec rotary of the Utah Society for Crippled Children, will be the special guest speaker at a meetWebster ing sponsored by the School PTA next Wednesday February 17th at the Webster school. It begins at 8:00 p.m. Mr. Roth will explain various ispects of cerebral palsy, how it X'curs in patients, the crippling affects, that should give everyone on a better fund of information this important subject. In addition, very interesting ilms will lie shown, to further ac quaint interested people with a knowledge that is necessary to unwith derstand those afflicted palsy. No collections will be made at the meeting, which hus been ar ranged to direct proposed care and treatment of people who suffer from this dread condition. Speaker Says Mental Troubles From Childhood USAC Impressions Sometime ago while browsing around the Utah State Agricult' '"e campus on Garden Club busin r and having to wait several hours. I set out to get some imprest n that might give me some worth while material for this week', column. I first looked through the Lit c bulletins the college publishes and is only too glad to distribute I selected an armful that I felt would be of interest to me, then 1 walked up to the art departnv-t- o look for Professor Flct-h.- , who was professor of art vi' i was at the AC. No one even knr-hiname. I found out that he h.. retired a few years ago. So relent lessly moves the world. The students in the hall wcr the same crowd of young men and women hurrying to and from clas sos. What surprised me was how young they looked. I remembei we felt quite mature at that age when we were hurrying or loitering in the same halls. There is a very nostalgic feeling the in evidence when deeply worn red stone thresh holds that one's own feet havt helped to wear deeper. I visited the landscape deps i ment, having of course, a spec, interest in their activities, not c r ly because my own field is do ly related but because one of own daughters, Marian, gradua. in landscaping from this instil s . Superintendent of State Mental Hospital Webster PTA Speaker Just os the twig is bent, the tree's inclined." line from This Alexander Pope was never truer than when applied to mental and emotional disorders; or, conversely, to that type of emotional stability that enables an individual to meet lifes problems with courage ami equanimity. It is in childliood that the patterns are formed which w ill carry through life. Whether an individual becomes mentally ill or is largely determined in the early formative years, according to Dr. Owen P. Henninger, superintendent of the State Mental Hospital in Provo. Dr. Henninger spoke Thursday evening at a meeting of the Webster often-quote- By Emil Faulnar d well-adjust- School PTA. It is possible, of course, to unbend the twig to a certain extent after it has grown into a tree, but it is much easier to do it while an the pcrsonaldyt-- is young and pliable. In other words, according to Dr. Henninger, childhood offers the golden opportunity to prevent later mental illness. And the responsibility lies with parents, teachers and others who have the ability to influence this early period of development. Large Crowd Attends Dr. Henninger spoke to a large crowd in the school auditorium. lie said that mental and disorders are a household disease, one that is more easily transmittable than tubertwig-hum- to1- - .; From the old main buildin went to the brand new Un Building. This is the building b ing constructed by the stude. body for the students. It is hen that their social end business a tivities will center. It will aL house the new cafeteria, snae bar and unbelievably large s : dance floor. In fact, two Conner: ing dance floors, separated wit' huge disappearing doors, is p of this big building, also a loung ing room with and walls of glass wh.r. five unobstructed views of tlx campus. I meandered upstairs where student body offices are located Another flight of stairs up bring one to the sunroom. Again, a whole wall of glass to the east gives an open view of the Wav atch Mountains. This sunroom is a breath of artistry, of restful coi rs from ceiling to floor cover. With air conditioning to enhance the feeling of well being, the building mirrors the genius of Mr. Lloyd Wright, Americas great architect. Simplicity, beauty and utJ-it- y flow in unison. Frank Lloyd Wright bluniy says that he had to rxpj modernistic style to Eur p Asia first then import it bae . to America. ultra-mode- rn This proves again the Biblira, saying, A prophet is not with honor except in his own country.' After going back to the main building, I meandered through the open door of the assembly room. We called it chapel. The student body assembly was in progress. I enjoyed a humorous skit. culosis. What type would the popuA farewell testimonial honoring and While early recognition lar male of 1953 be? It was good, Thomas J. Blackham, who is detreatment of mental and emotionparting on an LDS church mission al disorders is highly important, trivia entertainment, showed oriand was youthful and to the Western Canadian area, will should be aware of the ginality wholesome. Then came a trio, pibe presented this Sunday evening, parents that children behavior of fact February 14th in the Magna Sec- which may seem out of Lnc may ano, xylophone and clarinet, modern style rhythm, set to insane ond Ward at 7:30 p. m. be within the range of normal noise. It received an ovation. The program includes: Then came two girls dressed Closing song, 'The Lord is My alike, white sweaters and black Shepherd," congregation. To Thee? Chosen Loyal skirts, giving a selection of modInvocation, George Alley. ern American stylism, on Im Sacrament, I Know That My Redeemer Lives," by a quartet ready for love. This also brought down the house. Next was a very consisting of Harvey Dimond, Carl fine piano composition of a d'ff-icuDeal, Paul Garside and Darley Bowen. but melodious nature, the NEW kind of music one hears at the N, Vocal solo, "Friend of Mine," Granite Arts. The applause, wh It Lloyd Shelley. not stingy, was not enthusiastic Dea. In For Scripture Recitation, Larry This was the USAC and not at a I Speakers, Bishop Ernest V. An derson and Bishop Frank W. Nye. The song, "Loyal To Thee," has nightclub. I had to admit to myself th t Vocal trio, May the Good Lord been chosen as the official Cyprus Tinpan Alley had conquered mm Ke-.Hess Geraldine and You," en at a recent Cyprus high hool song, following a recent eally. The mountain had labor ; basketball game when in d, Joyce Alldredgc and Deloris contest conducted at the school and brought forth a mouse. mel-idthe blanket was passed mound Ietersen. y Cyprus has bren singing the Here is a definition of music by Response, missionary. for polio conlributions. of a song that was sold by the Dr. Kurt Pahlen, uu.ho.' of ;.i R. Ivan Closing remarks, Bishop to another school-th- us romposer book music. outstanding Mcmmott. the need for an :her one. of the World. 11 is al.o a comClosing song, Abide With Me, To "Loyal Thee, was the pop poser, J. rector of : . congregation. ular choice. It was written by Vienna formerly State Opera House and f Benediction. Keith Reid. Earl Holt and the words arc by five years leader of Mctrop 1 Ilu.h Bowen Day, Joan Ensign tan Philharmonic Society of B . Brown, LaRue Monson Kirk and nes Aires: To the prosaic, ir. Hobby Shop Opens Marilyn Marlor Chapman, all is an acoustic phenomenon, t In Magna Home members of the Cyprus high theorist, a problem dialing school class of 1946. melody, harmony and rhyt r:. Mr. and Mrs. D. L. Peterson of to those who really Lvc t Due to a main ol Kin-- i 2803 South 8560 Wet in Magna, Grand Chief Visitation of the wings, a in hrrak-! recently opened necott Copper Coipoiat.on Hobby Shop and fulfillment of n awakening Mrs. Wilma Sow by of Garfield, dreams and ing Friday evening near 8000 their residence. yearnings. They specialize in model kits Grand Chief of the Pythian Sis West, the 21st South h.ehway was blocked off and traffic re- to build airplanes, cars, etc., tex- tors, made her official visitation, CARD OF THANKS tile pam.s. plaster figurines and together with officers. routed over the old Uke road. Friday The main bieukage washed oil paints. Anyone interested is evening, to Unity Temple, at the We wish to tender our sincere dirt from under the highway and invited to come in and look Magna Wumcn's Clubrooms. Fifty thanks and gratefulness to many the pavement settled d ewn in a were in attendance from Garfield friends and relatives for their manner that could have prwin Magna, Salt Lake City, Park City, kindness, floral offerings and e to hazardous to traffic, acco-diImpartiality is the life of jus- Provo, and Carbon County. pressions of sympathy in the retice, as justice is all good governthe sheriff's office. cent death of our beloved one. The damage has been repaired ment. Justice without w.dom is im The Harriet Jenkins Family -- Justinian possible. as of date. LOCAL MARCH OF DIMES FUND BELIEVED WILL HIT PEAK Returns Continue To Pour New Teacher Is Appointed PALSY EXPERT FAREWELL TESTIMONIAL HERE SUNDAY CYPRUS VOTES ON SCHOOL SONG CONTEST WATER LINE ? CAUSES BREAK ROAD BLOCK T ' ! ng il |