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Show xd vlMy (QJf y IM (yr Av viz TrT ' ' " " ; ; iait 'erst aset' to tlif 3Pffl; cefe rber- eage late; tfo ?ein. 'tits. nrui- Calii' da swers- the r et. t alac s k. ea,tt; ants-, 5K," tingt iey t. 3wn ? ded i has; 1 gr; crates sap: ; of b. lipped ihippi; opca;: Afe .was ir. He. :h or a arei besen ostt igeo!:i round. )f Wage Wa-ge in h: it is J ;e harJ rowes last rk M. : ualitjj oduce: nest, i under bund : Q tllOi: sshi;;. s of p jcted -corap eeks, rang : mers : spuds; tits, local demor: ;on it: nisst lentsii and 5 ledin- nions ;esii arkets i cte t ship: he pre eld k rents.- ie Ho- !at-F f rain-Auto Grash Takes Lives of Three Fourth Seriously Injured LEHI, UTAH, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 1943 NUMBER 20 t i ! train-auto crash Tuesday at o m. south of American mi claimed the lives of three 1L men and critically injured fi. The car a five-pass-Ir coupe, was struck by - a nver & Rio Grande , Western i8ht train at a crossing near '4 southwest corner , of the ?alon Nicholes farm. The three who lost their lives n the crash are Fred Rowley, 17, fmerican Fork; Howard Jackson, $ and Don E. Wright, 21, both Lehi Lee Godfrey, 18, Lehi, via a serious eumuwun mc valley Hospital, Provo. He "as under oxygen all night Tues-' Tues-' but the extent of his in-'jrles in-'jrles are undetermined pending samination. . . . According to reports the four -ft Lehi soon after 4 p. m., in ikson's car. It was first supped sup-ped they might have gone duck xting, but no guns were found ear the scene. yhe accident occured on the irrow gravel road running east ;f Utah Highway 114. The road asses the D & R G W main rack in approaching the Utah -jghway and is lined witn tail reeds, whicn apparently ooscur 4 the view of the driver. i Among those who first reach - 4 the scene were Delbert Chip- nan and Bishop Rulon Nicholes. rise three evidently were killed astantly. The train struck the m broadside. It was bent near. j double by the terrific impact M carried down the track a Dnsiderable distance. Mr. Godfrey was found uncons- iCGS near the car wreckage but he bodies of the other three lere thrown about 30 feet. An ambulance was rushed from jtevo and Mr. Godfrey was tak 4 to the Provo hospital as quick. as possible. Fred Rowley was born In Amer Fork January 31, 1931, a son i Albert and ; Delila Whipple lowley. He attended the Ameri-an Ameri-an Fork schools. Surviving are i parents, two brothers and our sisters, Pf c. John Alma Row-f, Row-f, U. S. army, Japan; Dennis y, Lehi; Mrs. Orin (Edith) Moot, Laytom; Mrs. Clyde (Vir tual Morgan, Twin Falls, Idaho: its. Keith (Alice Elaine) Hard- astle, Riverton; and Joyce Row-il Row-il American Fork. Funeral services will be an-aunced an-aunced later, pending the ar- m of relatives. The body is t the Anderson & Sons mortuary m. I' Mr. Jackson was the son of r-"uu um mice iiarisnorn season. He moved to Lehi sev-1 sev-1 years ago from Midvale. He totain Fuel Supply company, tovo. : EiS Survivors arp his mnt.hpr ! ter,' Myrna Jackson, Lehii oromer, warren Jackson, ' Lake City. Funeral services 'be conducted Saturday at 1 .the Pourth ward chapel 'laBishon Rrant nT-idtf Joating. Friends may call at Z TU1C rT1Qay evening and Jay morning prior to the . Wright was the son of 2Jnd Elenor Wright. He iimved by his wife, Mrs. Lu-SvVr2,Wrlght' Lu-SvVr2,Wrlght' two children, 'i ; iS Ween and Donald Ern-Jj: Ern-Jj: eight brothers and Snv TH?6rt Wright' St- .Idaho; Mrs. C. G. 5 Rapid City, s. D.; Mrs. gel Park and Mrs. Vern Am- S'S?1,01 ise and 4t ?ght' Lehi- Roert W. R.Wnght,Lehi. qctT Smces be con- W!i'ud under tne di- uL I op Christofferson. -uos mav mil ti,- . tt afi ttK?7 Sunday evening lWrtghthomeMondal of Mr. Godfrey was 51 He h uion was still criti- R Godfrey, Sacra-BehT. Sacra-BehT. residents of Mi aiT Mother and sister, i u. race CnHfron ana a brot.hpr Row .SaltLakPP,;" Wk Recent Bride Feted at Shower Mrs Lowell Griguhn, the form-IW3; form-IW3; "utchings, was feted at a bridal shower, held in the Sec- S?H?Hrd Rxlief Society rooms Wednesday, Nov. io. Autumn flowers were used for decoration The new Mrs. Griguhn wore an attractive model of black with sequin trim, accented with a lovely corsage of pink roses. Mrs Bert Hutchings and Mrs. Frank Griguhn, of Provo, mother of the newlyweds, wore black, with corsages of pink and white carnations car-nations and chrysanthemums Grandmother to t.h Lawerence Berry, present from Park City,- chose printed gray silk, with a similar corsage. Mrs. Dorothy Ivors, Ida Gray and Marjorie Smith cared for the gnus. Keiresnments were served by Mrs. Ethel Ball. Nprfra nu and Phyllis Covington. Mrs. George Ingram was master of ceremonies. Program numbers were, a flute solo by Mrs. Earl Holmstead, accompanied by Mrs. Sterling J. Merrell; a reading by Joan Jensen; electric guitar selections se-lections by Nile Peterson and Grant Gordon; and a piano solo by Mark Whipple. Bingo, the game of the evening, delighted the guests, with 15 prizes in all. Miss Reba Cook Becomes Bride n i 03n the Moon Z?ZT,n sideof tte 1 fte mL turns in unison 7. 6 game "man in e 8e today. In a ceremony performed in the Salt Lake temtile Wednesday. Nov. 10. Miss Reba Cook, daughter oi Mr, and Mrs. Barnes cook of Cedaf Valley; became. the bride of Ralph Lenford Kitchen. Pres. Charles R. Jones officiated. Mr. Kitchen is the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Levi Kitchen, Tridell, Utah. He is 'a graduate of the Alterra high school, and served nearly three years with the US Armv Paratroops. After his dis charge he filled a' mission for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in eastern Canada. Since his return home in July, he has been employed with his father in farming. The bride, a graduate of the Lehi high school, was an honor student for two years, and served serv-ed as a class officer in her ninth and twelfth years. She was a member of the high school mixea chorus, and of the GAA Club, and served on the Senior Hop committee. The young couple were feted at a retention Saturday evening in the Cedar Fort amusement hall. The charming bride wore a enwn of traditional white satin, fashioned entrain. Her veil was finger tip length, and she carried a hnnmiet of American Beauty roses tied with white ribbon. Mrs. Florence Henke, sister of the bride, stood as matron of honor. rvia onro a roval bluedinner dress with sequin trim. Brides maids were Leah Mae tutcnen, Msvino nook. Leah Hacking, Ruth Cook and Darlene anon. Norman Kitchen performed Desi man's duties for his brother. The bride's mother wore a navy blue model, and the motner oi the groom chose royal blue velvet. vel-vet. Their corsages were of roses and carnations. Bishop Afton D. Chamberlain stpr nf ceremonies for the program. Miss Mary Emma Car- son of Fairfield, sang a suiu, nanied bV Mrs. Reed Carson, also of Fairfield. Claudine Sly of salt ub w, played piano selection, "Sabra Dance." Joylene Kitcnen gave reading, and David carrum Ogden sang, "Always." Mrs. Mary Anderson and Mrs. Wayne Hacking were in charge of the gifts. Mrs. Owen Ault was in charge of refreshments, assisted assist-ed by Phyllis Cook, Francis Bart-lett, Bart-lett, Florence Henke, Cleo Smith and Margie Taylor. Mrs. A Ralph Smith and Belva Chamberlain, sisters of the bride and groom, met the guests at the door. Among the 250 guests attending attend-ing were former Bishop and Mrs-Harvey Mrs-Harvey DahL Bishop Dahl is t nf the HumDOKu stake in Nevada. Mr. and Mrs. James Dahl and Kathryn Madison Madi-son of Wells, Nevada, also attended. PTA Group Given Fine Program Parents expressed their hearty appreciation of the fine program given at the PTA meeting held last Wednesday, at a special feature fea-ture of American Education VYCCK, Mrs. Udine Wing, president of the organization, took charge Mrs. Ralph Davis gave a report on the membershi M4' gvab- ing that about ann hoH knAH i ... . F "u uccu received, with 50 more 10 De collected to reach the desired desir-ed quota. All parents s nrraH to join. Mrs. Wing reminded parents to bear in mind the Ha education, which are being held in the high school. More classes may be secured after Christmas if desired, Mrs. Wing explained. jviore may also attend the present classes in sewinar Mnndav ova. ning and upholstering, the same evening, as well as the lectures given on "World Understanding Friday . evening. , . Marcelle H. oKinner, Junius Banks and Es-tella Es-tella Fenton are the instructets.1 The PTA Magazine was dis played, ana subscriptions solicited. solicit-ed. , , Leo Hansen explained th pta Scholarship plan, which is supported sup-ported by a payment of ten cents per member. Seven scholarshins have been awarded in the past two years, was explained, but none as yet in Lehi. These scholarships are used for the assistance or young ladies wishing wish-ing to Dreoare for the teachinsr profession. The program was presented under the direction of Kermit Anderson and Frank W. Shaw, of the speech, and music depart ments. The orchestra and mixed chorus gave a most outstanding performance, a variety of1 moods being expressed in instrumental music and song. Lighting effects were excellent and speech students stu-dents presented weU their comprehensive com-prehensive talks on citizenship. Senior Hop Set For Friday The senior class of the Lehi high school is completing preparations prepa-rations for one of the most important im-portant formal dances of the winter season, the Senior Hop. The big party will be held in the high school gymnasium, Friday Fri-day evening, November 19. The very colorful theme, now revealed, reveal-ed, is "Come to the Mardi Gras." Designs in red, black and yellow will be used to create a ballroom scene, such as one used in New Orleans at the time of the Mardi Gras celebration. Multl colored balloons, confetti and serpentine will add to the carnival spirit. Wes Barry's orchestra will furnish furn-ish the music. Everyone is invited invit-ed to attend for a really good time. Tickets, at $1.50, may be purchased at the door, benior class members are also making personal contacts to sell tickets. Faculty advisers are Mrs. Beck, Mr. Anderson and Mr. Peterson. Charles Johnson heads the Hop committee, assisted by Eunice Ross, Shirley Webb, Don Roberts and Hal Holmstead; as well as class officers, Malcolm Stephen-sen Stephen-sen president; Laurel Peterson, vice president, and Iris McMillan, secretary. Class members are all taking turns to help with decorating deco-rating and preparations. Notice To Members of the Lehi Stake: As this year of 1948 draws to . iu.,n rom'iin? nnlv tWO a close, incic more Temple Endowment excur- sions: Monaay, Friday, Dec. 10. To those who haven't gone to r,iD this vear. we heartily encourage them to take advantage advan-tage of this opportunity and make arrangement By doing work in the temple . nt the vear we can ai una - add to the joy of the Christmas . .. . Mir mifist ana at sDint nere m . rhnw nur rever- the same tiuic - . See to those who have preceded us to the spirit world, and great be thel joy to know that we Sve remembered them at this ttoe-the most joyous time of MafSe all unite and put forth every effort to attend these ex cursions. Lehi Stake Genealogical Committee. j Last Rites Held For Mrs. Riedel Mrs. Florence Bremer ripHpI 44, died here Friday, following a two montns amess of a heart ailment. She had resided in Lehi for the past 13 years, and in Salt Lake City for 12 years previous. prev-ious. She was born in Milwaukee, Milwau-kee, Wis.. Nov. 4. 1904. a daughter of Herman and Elsie Lyman Bremer. She was married to Theophil Riedel in Milwaukee. April 29, 1922. Survivors include her husband, four brothers and four sisters: Lyman, John, Harold and William Bremer, and Charlotte Bremer, and Mrs. Loretta Scherer, all of Milkaukee; Mrs.. Dorothy Katsis, Salt Lake City, and Mrs. La Verne Roberts, Salina, Kansas. Funeral services were held in the Third ward chapel, Tuesday at noon, with Bishop George A. Ricks in charge. Prelude 'and postlude music was played by Mrs. Jack Nielsen. Prayer was offered by Eldred Fox. A vocal duet, "In the Garden," sung by Mrs. Francis Trinnaman and Mrs. Ruby Nielsen, was ac companied by Mrs. Mitchell. Speakers were Joseph Rothe and Bishop Wm. Hadfleld. Mr. Rothe spoke of the eternal quality quali-ty of friendship, and of the brotherhood of man, told of his pleasant business . association with the family. He read from scripture in regard to the commandment, com-mandment, "Thou ; Shalt Love Thy Neighbor as Thyself." Bishop Hadfield told of her touching character and faith during her illness.,' . He compared the many sufferings here with those endured by the Savior. He read selected passages from the Bible which point out the triumph tri-umph of the resurrection over death, and in conclusion quoted the 23rd Psalm. ' After brief remarks by Bishop Ricks, Mrs. Trinnaman and Mrs. Nielsen sang "Sometime We'll Understand," accompanied by Mrs. Mitchell. The benediction was pronounced pronounc-ed by George W. Barnes, and Bishop Isaac W. Fox dedicated the grave. Burial ok place in the Lehi cemetery. Pallbearers were Stephen Adams, Niel Kal-mer, Kal-mer, Darrell Adams, Floyd Barnes Homer Trinnaman and Edward Fox. New Water Line Under Construction Military Rites Honor War Hero Last rites for Lt. Jack Eugene Peterson, Lehi native, were held in the Lehi cemetery Thursday, Nov. 11. Armistice Day seemed a fitting time for the impressive military honors' accorded this hero of World War II, who gave his life in performing a hazardous hazard-ous mission he would not ask his men to do. In company with a Major Greaves of Louisiana, he drove .beyond the enemy lines, in an attempt to gain communication communica-tion with expected reinforcements. reinforce-ments. Both men were found soon after, in the car, with all their valuables intact. He was nmniislv awarded the bronze star and the purple heart. He was killed in Belgium Sept. s 1944. He had entered the army in 1942, receiving training at Ft. Sills, Oklahoma. He went over- epas in 1943. Lt. Peterson was born in Lehi Oct. 29, 1917, a son of Charles A. M. and Susan Darling r eter- J i. 1 1 u son. He was eaucatea in me Lehi schools and was active in thp rhurch of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. At the age of 13, he moved with his parents to Elpaso, Texas, and later to Albuquerque, New Mexico, where they have since made their home. He graduated from tne aidu-high aidu-high school, and attend ed the University of New Mexico, two years, where he studied engineering. en-gineering. He was a member of Kappa Alpha fraternity. Besides the parents, one Drom- r.r Peterson of Albuquerque, New Mexico, survives. Hyrum A Anderson, iormer Ti ch rr nf Lehi First ward, con- ducted the graveside .services. "O My Father," was sung Dy Mrs. nroraaret McMillan, after which Bishop Anderson was the speaker. The dedicatory prayer was oiier-ed oiier-ed by Boyd Holmstead, a cousin. Stanley M. Taylor, Adjutant of fho rhi Post of the American Legion, took charge of the military mili-tary rites. The flag presentation presenta-tion was made by Lt. Morrow, who accompaniea tne Doay nere. Extending from Main street, three blocks south on Third West street, a new water line of 4 inch cast iron pipe is being installed to replace the old wood pipe line. Excavation was made last week, the contract being let to Fugal and Sons of Pleasant Grove, for the use of their trenching machine. ma-chine. The trench continues to the Murdock home, on Third South and Third West. The work is being done under the direction of "Richard Gray, superintendent of the water department. Mr. Gray stated that five men are employed at present, and that more wlU be put on the joy to finish up before be-fore bad weather sets in. The laying of the new pipe will probably prob-ably be completed this week, Mr. Gray said. Connection to the old line on each end and service joinings will require a full day, during which time the water must be shut off. Mr. Gray expects to hire sufficient man power to complete connections in that length of time. City owned machinery ma-chinery will be used for the balance bal-ance of construction, such as hoisting pipe and filling in. Some 2000 feet of pipe has been secured by the city at this time, was explained, and will be used as far as possible on the most necessary repairs. Two new fire hydrants will be installed to replace re-place the old ones on Third West street. A new truck has been ordered for the Water Dept., to replace the old one, which is in a badly worn condition. The new machine ma-chine will be a Ford V-Eight, half ton pickup truck. Elder Harold B. Lee Stresses Clean Living at Lehi Stake Conference Sessions Civic Club Makes Band Fund Appropriation An appropriation of $300 was made by the Lehi Civic Improvement Improve-ment Association for the Lehi high school band fund. George Lewis is president of the group. Mrs. Eldon Hardirig, as president of the Band Mothers organization, organiza-tion, expressed delight and appreciation ap-preciation for the Band Mothers and the committee members. The officers of the Band Mothers unit met Thursday evening eve-ning of last week. A committee was appointed to meet with the Civic club on Monday. Those on the committee are Clifford Miller, president of the Lions club, Principal Prin-cipal Lloyd B. Adamson, Frank W. Shaw and Mrs. Carlton WU-son. WU-son. Arrangements were also made for the street parade and, turkey raffle to be, held on Main street, Saturday. All proceeds from this will go directly to the band fund. Welcome news for the many drama enthusiasts will be the presentation of a play early in January. Mr. Miller agreed to the sponsorship by the Lehi Lions club. Necessary contacts were made by Supt. David R. Mitchell. The play selected is the popular, "You Can't Take It With You," with the Brigham Young University Players. Wife Beating A man convicted of wife beating can be whipped, according to Delaware Dela-ware law. Mrs. Harriet J. W. Smith Called By Death Funeral .services will be held in the Fourth ward chapel 'for Mrs. Harriet Jane Webb Smith, 82, Friday at 1:00 p. m., under direction of Bishop Grant Chris-tof Chris-tof ferson. Mrs. Smith died in the Lehi hospital Monday, Nov. 15, at 1:45 a. m., of causes Inci dent to age. She was born in Lehi of pio neer parents, John S. and Hannah Han-nah Grace Webb, Dec. 19, 1865 She was educated in the Lehi schools, and was active in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints. She served in the Primary presidency, and as a Relief Society visiting teacher for many years. She also sang in the choir when Lehi was all one ward. " She was married to Samuel H. Smith, Jan. 30, 1884, and later the marriage was solemnized in the St. George temple. Survivors include six sons and one daughter: John S., Joseph E. Smith, Chester and Victor Smith, Lehi; Archie R. Smith, Baggs, Wyo.; Basil A. Smith and Irma Smith, Salt Lake City; 24 grand children, 17 great-grand children, and one sister, Mrs. Rachel Southwick of Lehi. Friends may call at the A. H. Wing Mortuary Thursday evening, eve-ning, and at the home of Bishop Joseph E. Smith, Friday until time of services. Burial wiU take place in the Lehi cemetery. Third Ward Bazaar Set For Dec. 3 Jay Lambert Goes Professional Fans and admirers of Lehi's Jay Lambert will have the op portunity of cheering for him at his first professional bout, to be staged at the Fairgrounds Calis-eum, Calis-eum, Monday evening, Nov. 22. Mavr Jensen, trainer and man ager, has announced that the fight will be an eight or ten round special event against Tho mas Byron of Minneapolis, Minn. Sports writers classify Jay with Gene Tunney for his style of "personality and culture," nam ing him the new Mr. America of Boxing. As the top performer in the Intermountain AAU organization, or-ganization, he won the title the last two out of three years. He represented the United States in the Olympic games in London, coming out victorious until the semi-finals. London sports writers stated that he might easily have won the world's championship, had the scoring system given credit for infighting, infight-ing, as it does in AAU boxing," and if he had not been obliged to fight with an injured hand. " Plans for the big bazaar in the Third ward church, are rapidly going forward Mrs. Ruby Nielson ward president, announced. Max field's Orchestra has been secured se-cured for the big dance in the evening. A variety program will be held at 8:00 p. m. with danc ing immediately after. Pie, cake, ice cream and chill will be sold in the evening as well as the afternoon. Many useful and beautiful ar ticles will be placed on sale at bargln prices. These include crocheted pieces, and plenty of aprons, woven rugs, and two quilts. There will be a booth for home made candy, and a, fish pond for children, and as a cli max, a grab bag sale of "white elephants." "Waltz Dream" Chosen For H. S. Opera Plans are going forward for the opera to be presented by the Lehi high school, this season. The opera chosen is "Waltz Dream," by Oscar Strauss. The score is being read and practiced to some extent, but tryouts have not yet 1 1 - 1 J T1 1 ' til 1 oeen neia, rrariK w. onaw, music director explained. Students have shown appreciation for the beautiful melodies in the composition. Two Candidates File For School Board On December 1st a school elec tion will be held in Precinct No. 1 of the Alpine School district. The precinct is divided in two voting districts Included in one are Lindon, Vineyard and Lake View areas, the polls for which will be at the Union school Pleasant View area comprises the other, and the voters will cast their ballots in the Page school. The only two candidates seek ing the post as the members from that precinct for a 5-year term are C. N. Gammon, Vineyard, in cumbent, and Clarence D. Ashton, Pleasant View. Best Talking Farrot African parrot is laid to b tht . best talker. Quarterly conference of the Lehi stake was held Sunday with, general sessions at 10 a. m., and 7:30 p. m. Elder Harold B. Lee of the Council of the Twelve represented rep-resented the General Authorities. "The Importance of Building Spirituality," was outlined by Elder Lee who In convincing language lan-guage explained the spiritual aspect as-pect of mankind from their pre-exlstant pre-exlstant state, down through thf - ages and into the present. He ex plained the physical care required by the human body, and contrasted contras-ted the neglect of spiritual care, emphasized the need for prayer, and the qualifications of a truly worthy being. He traced the way to live, that men need not be afraid to die, or in dleing to be not afraid to live again. President Frank W. Jones con ducted both sessions, at the request re-quest of Stake President Herman C. Goates. Seated on the stand in honorary position, were the original presidency of Lehi stake, A. Carlos Schow, Virgil H. Peter son and Rodney C. Allred. President Herman C. Goates stressed the importance of attendance at-tendance at Sacrament meeting, said there had been a slight increase in-crease in the stake in this respect re-spect during the past year, but ; that the attendance was still only 20 per cent of the membership. He explained the meaning of the sacrament, and enumerated the . many choice blessings enjoyed here. ' Alvln Glen Schow, recently returned re-turned from the New England States mission, Patriarch Andrew An-drew Fjeld, and Bishop Grant Christof ferson spoke briefly. Devotional music was played by Glenn Pratt, Salt Lake tabernacle taber-nacle organist, who also played . a special arrangement of "Come, Come Ye Saints." Music was directed by Abraham Anderson, with Georgia Lou Liegler as accompanist. ac-companist. A male chorus of 60 voices sang "School Thy Feelings" Feel-ings" and "My Task, and the congregation sang vwe Thank . Thee Oh God, For a Prophet." Prayers were offered by L. Carlos Car-los Coates and Roland L. Hansen. First speaker in the evening session was President Armond E. Webb, who stated that a word of praise should be given to all who , serve, following the admonition of the Savior, "Feed My Sheep, Feed My Lambs." He recalled the Joy experienced throughout the day, in the association with Elder Lee. Offices in the stake organizations require some 200 people, he said, and in a well, organized ward, about 200, and those holding offices are "magnified," "mag-nified," improved and developed through service. President Frank W. Jones explained ex-plained the Importance of proper marriage, and the necessary care needed to insure its permanence. Leslie Goates of Salt Lake City, former Lehi resident, told of fond memories of his early life here, and of the inspiration in music given him by Abraham Anderson, An-derson, then music instructer in the schools. Elder Lee, the concluding speaker, summed up the instructions instruc-tions received during the conference, con-ference, and discussed the spiritual spirit-ual armour required for protection protec-tion against the adversary. In cidents from his own life and family illustrated his point. He told of the happy family life of his daughter, married to the son of Elder and Mrs. Leslie Goates. For this session the congrega tion sang "Oh Ye Mountains High," the male chorus sang "See the Mighty Angel Flying," and the Singing Mothers of Cedar Valley, directed by Mrs. Barnes Cook, with Mrs. Wallace Ander son as accompanist, sang "The Recessional". As the Stake Clerk Dale Hadfield, Had-field, presented the stake officers all arose as their names were called. The invocation was offered of-fered by Lynn R. Webb, and Jay Haws pronounced the benediction. More Flighway Construction Construction of highways in rural areas Interrupted during the war is resuming on a major scale, census bureau reports. Nearly one-fifth one-fifth of state costs were spent on roads in 1947-48. Highway purposes accounted for $1,500,000,000. or nearly 19 cents out of every dollar of state spending. Much of this total to-tal was for capital outlay, to which 668 million dollars ws devoted. This compares with 300 million dol-1 dol-1 rs in each of the three preceding years. |