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Show Full Slate of MANTI, UTAH 84642, THURSDAY, JUNE 30, 1977 Volume 91 Number 52 15c a ropy Increase of 4.2 School District Reaches Agreement with Teachers The South Sanpete School District board of education and the South Sanpete Teachers Association have reached agreement on salary terms for the 1977-7- 8 school year. The new salary schedule provides for a 4.2 per cent increase for beginning teachers with bachelor degrees. Teachers at the top of the schedule will receive 6.2 per cent Celebrating Annual Fun Day at Ephraim Park Today County 4-H- ers More than 200 Sanpete are celebrating County Fun Day at the Ephraim City Park today (Thursday). 9 through 11 are participating in a variety of activities, including sports, games, swimming and crafts. their own brought They lunches, supplemented by a few extra goodies. The events were day's planned by the Teen Council, community supervisors and Mrs. Mary Lois Madsen and Mark Bingham of the Extension 4-- Service. increases. The 4.2 per cent increase for beginning teachers brings them to about the state average. Teachers at the top of the schedule, however, will continue to receive salaries considerably below the state average. Beginning teachers with no experience and bachelor's degrees will receive $8,964.00 next year. Teachers with 12 or more years experience and either master's degrees or bachelor's degrees plus 65 quarter hours will be paid $14,520.00. The salary increases in addi tion to increases in fringe benefits mean that the average teacher will receive a 7.24 per cent raise next year. Contracts based on the new salary schedule are now in the mail. Superintendent Ron Everett said. "We are happy to have reached an agreement that is apparently quite acceptable to both the board of education and the teachers," he added. "As soon as the signed contracts are received, we will know what additional vacancies we to fill and then can complete staffing the schools for next year. may-hav- Manti Native Named State Hospital Head Iveirts to Highlight Celebration Ringing Shand Oliver, now assistant administrator of diagnostic and therapeutic services at St. Josephs Hospital in Tucson, Ariz., a 325-befacility with 1,100 employees, will assume her new position in about six weeks and will move to Provo with her two children. She is a daughter of the late Clyde Shand and Mrs. Grace Shand, El Cajon. Calif., former Manti residents. The family left Manti in the late 1930s, moving first to Spritigville and later to Spokane, Wash. Ms. Oliver has a number of relatives in Manti, including Yvonne Merlene Anderson and daughter Brenda plan 4-- H Fun Day activities. School District Operating Funds Up by 13.3 funds for the Operating South Sanpete School District will increase by $259,457 or 13.3 next year as a result of actions taken by the 1977 Utah Legislature. Estimated operatwill ing funds in 1977-7- 8 amount to $2,215,166 or $897 unit, comper weighted-pupi- l pared with $1,955,709 or $835 unit during per weighted-pupi- l school year. It is the 1976-7- 7 also estimated that South Sanpete School District will in state receive $877,187 building aid under a new school building aid program approved this year. These were some of the facts reported by Utah Foundation, the private research organization, in an analysis of school financial trends within the state. The foundation study points out that state and local funds for public school operations in Utah have been rising at an each year average rate of 13 over the past several years. It notes that while part of this increase is due to inflation and higher enrollments, a substantial part is attributed to other factors such as (1) higher salaries, (2) expanded benefits, (3) reductions in class size, (4) added noninstructional personnel, and (5) the introduction of new programs. Projections make by Utah Foundation and other groups have indicated that school enrollments in Utah will climb by 100,000 pupils over the next ten years. Based on this estimate and assuming continuation of the cost trends of the past five years, school operating expeditures in Utah will Cmfim giant step forward in preparations for performances of the Mormon Miracle Pageant has July 14, 15, 16 and been taken with the completion of casting. Following a series of tryouts the principal parts have been filled and the supporting cast of about 300 selected. Rehearsals are now being held nightly, except Sunday and Monday, under the direction of Mrs. Macksene Rux and her assistants, Mrs. Jane Braithwaite and Mrs. Helen Dyreng. Some of the major scenes in the pageant will be performed before new stage settings now being constructed. A performers will be new to their parts. Robert and Mary Henshaw, the romantic leads, will be played by new people Mary by Susan Peterson. Colleen Cox and Sherrie Nielson; Robert by Niel Dobson, Paul Monson and Steve Jensen. Wayne Cox, Milton Olsen and Kelly Warnick, new to the role, will alternate as young Newcomers Joseph. Phillip Carpenter and Carl McBride will play Captain Moroni. Paul Braithwaite, Jeff Olsen, Mike Cox, David Sorenson, Nielson and Val Jo Doug Anderson will appear as the Angel Moroni. Other characters and their And quite a few cast performers: members will appear in new Mike The Preachers costumes that are now being Kohut, Richard Zabriskie, Gary designed. Magnusson. Most of the principal parts Jane Lucy Mack Smith have been double and even Braithwaite, Helen Dyreng. multi-casMark The Mature Joseph according to Mrs. ( Rux. She explained that one Nelson, Niel Dobson. Gordon Oliver Cowdery purpose in this is to give more to Bingham, Garth Christensen. people an opportunity Jeff Chief Zerahemnah perform. Some of the main roles will Olsen, Lew Haslam. be played by individuals who Samuel, the Lamanite have had those parts for most of Russell Nielson, Randy Clark, the life of the pageant. Other Jon Warnick. 19-2- 3 t, the Shands and an aunt, Mrs. Louise Winteh. She will be responsible for the administration of the Utah State Hospital, according to Dr. Jack Tedrow, chairman of the Utah Board of Mental Health. Ms. Oliver has a bachelor's degree in nursing from Texas Christian University and a day-to-da- y master's degree in nursing front the University of Texas. She is currently working for a Certificate of Achievement in and Health Care Hospital Administration front the Uni- versity of Minnesota. Nursing as a profession is not new in the Shand family. Mrs. Grace Shand, Ms. Olivers mother, a registered nurse, is till active in the profession in El Cajon in charitable work. Be Careful with Fire, exceed $1 billion annually by school year. At that the 1986-8time, school costs in Utah will be rising at a rate of more than $130 million each year. With the approaching Fourth Throughout the state, total of will schools for funds July weekend, campers and operating rise from $317.4 million in picnickers are urged to be 1976-7to $357.7 million in careful when using fire. Ac1977-78- . In addition to this cording to State Forester Paul increase in operating funds, the Sjoblom, amounts of moisture 1977 Legislature also approved received during June have been a new school building aid minimal over most of the state. program which will allocate Grass, sagebrush and trees are $11.4 million in state building all drying out rapidly. Much of aid plus another $1 million for a the June grass is cured out. The loan fund to assist a limited recently dry weather we have coupled number of school districts that been experiencing, are unable to complete building with the lack of moisture during projects from existing re- the winter months, has resulted in high fire danger. sources. State Forester, Paul Sjoblom, basic Utahs guaranteed school program was raised from urges that all people visiting unit in the recreation areas of Utah $683 per weighted-pupi- l during the Fourth of July on 6) Page (Continued State Forester Urges 7 7 weekend, be cautious with their campfires. If there are high winds in the area, do not start a campfire. Also, if a campfire is being used (outside of campgrounds with constructed fire places), Mr. Sjoblom recommends a 10 foot clearing of all vegetation from around the campfire. A pit should be dug and should also be circled with rocks. If you plan to burn debris or fields, remember to obtain a burning permit from your county Fire Warden. Mr. emphasizes, Sjoblom be foolhardy, be cautious and safe and help prevent Dont wildfires. hamburgers, watermelon, bingo, root beer, fireworks, candy scramble, egg horseshoe throwing contests, competition, patriotism. . . The 4th of July is at hand and these words all conjure a vision of what is in store for area residents as they gear up to celebrate the 201st anniversary of American independence in Manti sno-cone- Monday. Manti's traditional 4th of July celebration will begin with the ringing of the American Legion "Liberty bell at 6 a.nt. Monday and will conclude with a fireworks display from the Temple Hill and a dance at the Manti High School tennis courts. In between will be a day filled with activities and fun for everyone, according to Ed and Sharon of the Stilson, who are acting as celebration. The center of activity for the day will be Manti Memorial Park. Native Mantian to Speak Guest speaker at the 11 a.m. patriotic program will be L. Robert Anderson, Manti native who now resides in Monticello, Utah. A son of the late R. Clair and Rachel Holbrook Anderson, Robert grew up in Manti and graduated from Manti High School in 1946. He was Manti native has been of appointed superintendent the Utah State Hospital in Provo by the Utah Board of Mental Health. A by Don Simmons hot dogs, bells, a member of the famed "Three Survived Indian Creek expedition in 1943. After filling an LDS mission to the Northern States (Chicago area) he entered the University of Utah School of Law from which he graduated with high honors and was editor of the Law Review. Married to Madge Greaves of Ephraim, Robert has practiced law- in Monticello, Utah since 1952. He has served as chairman of the San Juan County Republican party and has been active in youth recreation programs in Monticello. Madge and Robert are the parents of eight children. New Event event in this year's program will be a tennis tournament for participants age 16 and over. Play will be at the Manti High School tennis courts starting at 5:30 p.m. under the sponsorship of the Manti Tennis Club. Play will be open men's doubles with partners to be selected by drawing. Teams will play pro sets with trophies to be awarded to the winners. A new The Schedule Here is the schedule of 4th of July events in Manti: 6:00 a.m. The American Legion Liberty Bell" will ring in the 201st anniversary of American independence. 7:00 a.m. Special 4th of July breakfast at all the Legion Hall. Hot cakes, bacon and eggs can 75c; eat. $1.50; children, Adults, family, you $6.00. The Legion members will also sell chances on a bicycle to be given away at the park in the afternoon. 9:30 a.m. Childrens races at Manti Memorial Park under the direction of the Center Ward elders. A variety of races by age groups with prizes for all participants. 9:45 a.m. Special entertainment Jerry Bradley family. 10:30 a.m. Miss Manti 4th of July will contest. Beautiful Manti girls age model summer frocks and compete for Miss 4th of July title. Cash prizes for winners. Interested RaNae should contact Mrs. participants Peterson. 14-1- 6 10:45 a.m. Flag raising ceremony and patriotic program. Manti National Guard personnel will participate in special flag raising ceremony. Guest speaker will be former Mantian L. Robert Anderson. Special musical numbers will be featured on the program. A welcome to Mantians and former Mantians as well as those attending from other communities will be given by Mayor Frank Wanlass. A large number of chairs will be available, but you are encouraged to bring your own. Lunch and visiting time. 12:00 noon Booths will be operated by Manti civic clubs and church groups to provide food and fun. Located on the tennis court area, they will offer hamburgers, hot dogs, soda pop, snow cones, breads, candies, root pronto pups, home-mad- e beer, pastries. Fun booths will include bingo, a fish pond, string pull, basketball pitch, dart throw, penny pitch, putting game, and others. Candy scramble. Pounds and pounds of succulent candy for those who can get to it first. Conducted by age groups by the American Legion Auxiliary. 1:00 p.m. 1:30 p.m. Egg throwing contest. Mothers and daughters, fathers and daughters, husbands and wives will compete for cash prizes and lots of fun in this traditional activity which will be directed by the South Ward Elders. crowd-pleasin- 1:50 p.m. Horseshoe pitching contest. Both singles and doubles matches will be held at the horseshoe pits in the northwest corner of the park. Trophies will be awarded winners of both contests. Sponsored by Manti Tennis Club. 2:10 p.m. Youngsters will participate by age groups to hunt coins tossed into the strawstack by the Manti High School drill team. 2:30 p.m. Greased pole climb. There is a of suspense in this popular event as greenbacks lure young climbers up the slick pole. If you can reach the money you can have it. The biggest prize is at the top ot the p.c. lot 3:00 p.m. Square dance demonstration. One of the top 4th of July attractions for many years. The square dancers will perform at the north side of the tennis courts. Pie eating contest. All ages, 3:30 p.m. or can old, participate in this tasty and young popular contest. Everyone who enters wins, but special cash prizes will be awarded to the fastest pie eaters. 4:00 p.m. Softball game. Two Manti teams will compete on the ball field at the southeast corner of the park. 5:00 p.m. Free watermelon bust. Hundreds of pounds of ice cold watermelon will be served by the Manti Lions Club. Tennis tournament. Open and up. Partners will be drawn out of a hat. Pro sets with trophies for the winners. Play will be at the high school tennis courts, under the direction of Wilbur Braithwaite and Manti Tennis Club. Fireworks. The Manti 9:30 p.m. Volunteer Fire Department will fire a beautiful fireworks display from Temple Hill. Dance at the Manti High 10:00 p.m. School tennis courts. The dance is being sponsored by the junior class. 5:30 by the 10:00 a.m. Children's fashion show and freckle contest. Mantis younger set will show off stunning summer fashions. There will be prizes for all participants with special prizes awarded to the child with the most freckles. Participants should be 13 years old or younger. Anyone interested in participating in this event should contact Mrs. Claudia Olsen. g p.m. Mens Doubles age 16 for Ulpc&imm fllormom Mr&ck Pmemi General Mormon Olsen. Pioneer Woman Lee. Paula Warner. Richard Paula The Nauvoo Family the Lewis Garbe family, the Rodney Mellor family. Mark Smith Hyrum Nelson, Lynn Willardson, Niel Dobson. Kim Pugniire, John Taylor Lynn Willardson. Dr. Willard Richards Brent Bown, Steve Jensen. Brigham Young, Bishop Lee Barton, Glendale Larson. David Drummer Boy Nuffer, Kelly McArthur, Craig Denton. Gary Captain Allen Magnusson. David Captain's Aide Sorenson. Ned George Washington Madsen. Thomas Jefferson Ralph Edwards, Mike Cox. Richard Indian Chief Olsen. Alma Peterson. Fiddler Tim Foltz. Dance Caller Brent DobPioneer Man son. Kim Nephite Missionaries Pugmire, Lynn Willardson, David Sorenson. REHEARSALS BEGAN IN EARNEST this week for the Mormon Miracle Pageant which will be presented on Temple Hill July 14, 15, 16 Pictured above are the "angels sans angel costumes who and participate in the spectacular and moving final scene of the Pageant. 19-2- 3. |