Show Millard Business of the Week Marie Jordan Ruth Franklin Reita and Chuck Burger gathering places kind of “shelters in the storm” for the local people Food is served games are played politics are argued gossip is aired comradery develops The Outlaw much like the pub offers the same “Every couple of days people check in on us and on Baker” reports Reita “Everyone comes in It’s kind of like a clearing house of information here” People from all over the United States visit and appreciate The Outlaw the Burger family and the other employees There are numerous repeat tourists some of whom go out of their ways to return And there are that report such things as “Being at The Outlaw was the highlight of our vacation” Says Reita “I really appreciate the letters and having people come back to visit us” Particular tention tu the atmosphere and the quality food provided was given in The New York Times USA Today Newsweek The Boston Globe and The Los Angeles Times when reporters were writing stories about Great Basin National Park and the surrounding area is the restaurantbar Running definitely a family affair Chuck cooks and is the “we need” or “fetchum” man Reita tends the customers Marie Burger Jordan is the manager or in her words “the head slave” and her sister Kristy Ferguson works in whatever capacity she is needed (Kristy Grew up in Baker and returned last summer moving from Roosevelt Utah) Nine Katie Ferguson is a waitress on the weekends and her eight dishes washes brother Chris stated “Everybody does everything” Ruth Rerta Long time employee bar tender Franklin and relief George “Goody” Goodman have become part of the family and are much valued and appreciated by the Burgers Open seven days a week The Outlaw oilers all kinds of GOOD food served from at 7 am until around 9 pm Tables a cozy bar and slot machines are in the original room The larger back room also has dining tables a pool table and some video games Parties are held for special occasions such a birthdays and weddings and The Outlaw's Halloween party is an annual event Baker residents reports Reita “ate very supportive And they are our the Park Great Basin National newest park in the United States became a reality in 1987 Now that media attention has been focused on the area more tourists are visiting and Reita commented that the busy season has been extended at the restaurant “It starts earlier and it goes all the way through September” To date the Burgers have never closed The Outlaw’s doors for one day But according to Reita they have plans to start closing for part of the winter “W’e only go through this life once” she explained “Chuck and I want to travel and vacation a little” (Such travels may include a visit with their son and his family in Carson City Nevada David works for the State of Nevada Prison System) If there is ever time Reita likes to paint and she enjoys traveling People though remain dearest to her heart It is the people in Baker that she likes and she admits “I have learned to like the desert” Once a friend sent a card to Reita with the message “Bloom where you are planted” After puzzling over the exact meaning Reita talked with the card’s sender The friend merely meant that Reita can and does bloom wherever she is As the personality blooms it continues to extend its beauty and compassion to all The stranger becomes a fiiend the lonely find a finds a laugh haven the The Outlaw is definitely as VERY special place Visit once and you’ll cerreturn tainly Reporter Fred Barnes New Republic Senior Editor Following the press panel discussion the Honorable James Hooley Deputy Assistant to the Presiwill of Advance and Director dent discuss executive branch functions and the upcoming presidential election The JudicialForeign Affairs Day will begin with a discussion by the William Honorable Bradford Reynolds Assistant Attorney General on the role of the Justice Department and the duties of the Civil Rights Division A foreign policy briefing at the of State will follow Department Dividing into small groups the Congressional Scholars will visit the embassies of Grenada Austria Nicaragua South Africa New Zealand Saudi Arabia and the Philippines Next they will attend their choice of informal foreign affairs seminars led by graduate students from the Washington area In a moving experience at Arlington Cemetery Congressional Scholars will lay a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknowns Culminating the National Young Leaders Conference is the Mock Congress in which the Scholars assume the roles of United States Represenand tatives by debating lobbying voting on proposed drug testing legislation The National Young Leaders Conference is sponsored by the Congressional Youth Leadership Council a education corFounded in 1985 by poration Barbara Harris and Richard Rossi the Council’s goal is to provide a unique “hands-onexperience in On Tuesday July 5 Guy Gonder of Garrison will join approximately 350 outstanind high school graduates from across the country at the National Young Leaders Conference Guy has been selected as a Congressional Scholar based on demonstrated academic achievement leadership and citizenship The theme of the National Young Leaders Conference in “The Leaders of Tomorrow Meeting the Leaders of Today” Throughout the six day Conference the Congressional Scholars meet with key leaders and newsmakers from the three branches of government the media and the diplomatic corps The Legislative Day will open with welcoming remarks from a Member of ( ongress on the Floor of the United States House of Representatives Robert Badham of Representatives California and Joe Skeen of New Mexico will discuss the issues facing the 100th Congress To gain insight into the lobbying process the Congressional Scholars attend a government relations forum comprised of lobbyists from various corporations and public interest groups To highlight the day Guy will meet with Senator Jake Garn Senator Orrin G Hatch and Representative James V Hansen or appointed members of their respective staffs The MediaExecutive Day opens with a breakfast panel discussion led by prominent journalists who will examine the media’s coverage of national events The panelists include Susan King ABC Affiliate Anchorwoman Ellen Humer Wall Street Journal 1988 - Page 3 Guy Gonder civic education Over 250 Members of the United States Congress comprise the Council’s Honorary Congressional Board of Advisors joining in the commitment to ed ia'ional excellence Guy Gonder son of Owen and Pat Gonder of Garrison graduated from Delta High in 1988 He plans to attend SUSC in the fall New principal chosen for Millard High School Degree and a Bachelors of Science Degree from Utah Slate University with a composite major in the science areas His credentials reflect special skills in curriculum development and he is well known for his outstanding teaching abilities Mr Slack will assume full responsibility of the principalship in is I he Millard Board of Education pleased to announce that Mr Earl M Slack has been selected for the at Millard High School Mr Slack comes highly recommended by individuals he has worked with having completed 16 years as a teacher His at Richfield High School perience includes President of the Utah Science Teachers’ Association Department Head in the Science Department and other district curriculum responsibilities in Outcome Based Education He holds both a Master of Science August 1988 He will bring with him to Fillmore and their four his wife Jacqueline children Khristine 14 Mandi Lynn 12 Russell 10 and Daniel 6 Both Mr and Mrs Slack are active in church and community service Earl M CAN YGM TELL TKIE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THIS AND AN ORDINARY C1EDU CARD? Compare annual fees A credit union VISA card costs less to get Compare Interest rates A credit union VISA card costs less to use If your credit card isn't a credit union VISA card trade it in for one that costs you less It s a small difference we think you'll appreciate first glance you might think that this is an ordinary credit card But if you study it closer you'll notice a small difference that can add up to some very large savings for you The crec t union VISA card means that it s a VISA card that costs you less At Rotary holds Installation Banquet by Dawn Carder Members of the Delta Rotary Club gathered lor their Installation Banquet on Thursday evening June 30 The dinner meeting was held at Chef's Palace President Greg Nielson opened the meeting welcoming everyone Following the Pledge of Allegiance the Rev Warren Fikejs gave the invocation Throughout the evening Pat and Gil Trujillo captured the goodwill and humor of the Rjtarians on a ideotape The video was prepared for fellow who is Ken Mergenthal Rotarian recovering from a serious motorcycle accident At the conclusion of the meal President Nielson personally thanked eab to member for his Tier contributions owner of the club Kyle Barnson Chef's Palace was presented a an exSilver Spoon Awaro-pression of appreciation and gratitude from the group Marie Barnson was 7 Gonder attends National Young Leaders Conference The Outlaw is a VERY special place by Dawn Carder Some excursions andor places are For a reason that cannot special always be explained they capture a spot in one’s heart and remain a treasured memory Such was my first experience at The Outlaw in Baker Nevada It was Easter Sunday 1986 Sue had invited me a newcomer to the area to spend the afternoon exploring on the west desert We drove through Marjum Pass hunted trilobites in the Antelope Springs area picnicked and generally enjoyed nature Following Sue’s suggestion we extended the tour to include a visit to Baker where we stopped for a light supper Since that day The Outlaw has been my favorite spot in the west! The little sign hung on the wall by the front door reads “Open ’til closed closed 'til open” The message symbolizes the easy going friendly at- found in The Outlaw mosphere Everyone no matter what age no matter place of origin is welcomed warmand ly made to feel at home immediateThe owners ly Reita and Chuck Burger have it seems the innate ability to “reach out and touch” each person who enters The story for the Burger family began in 1972 That was the year that Marie daughter of Chuck and Reita moved to Baker Marie’s former husband had taken a job with the Park Service the couple settled in and the young woman got a job in the town’s general store (The store was connected to the motel that is presently known as the Silver Jack Motel) During this time Reita and Chuck natives of Coos Bay Oregon were livHe was ing in Susanville California working as a plainerman in a lumber mill and she was taking care of their home One questioning phone call from Marie in 1974 “How would you like to own a little country store?” changed everything The Burgers packed their bags and moved lock stock and barrel to Baker to begin a new venture “It was real scary” recalls Reita “but it was fun too had never before worked (outside the home) I had just cooked made cookies vacuumed and raised kids” Across the road from the storemotel was a little restaurant owned by Lil Brumbly and called simply “Lil’s Cafe” The owner decided to sell and as protection for their business the Burgers opted to expand They bought the cafe in October 1974 and ' The Outaw was born The original eating establishment was much smaller than the present one ’““It was all pink' with a white floor” Reita remembered "We added the back room and replaced absolutely The name was chosen everything because we had intended on having all western decor” The attitudes and the personalities of Reita and Chuck are it seems why The Outlaw has become a center of local activity and a favorite spot for visitors and tourists Chuck says “I like wherever I am Home is where I hang my hat” And Reita—well she’s just a “people person” In some little way she manages to show genuine interest in all with whom she comes in contact Thurs July LSPS Count) given a flower and both were applauded for their services to the Rotary As the outgoing president Greg Nielson presented the presidential gavel to Darrell Lester the Rotary President Other officers installed were Russ Wilson t Bob David Secretary Treasurer and Ban Simmons Sergeant at Arms 7 he retiring Sergeant ai Arms W Peterson exerted his power (good na’uredly’) one final time as he fined members for s He then royally “roasted” recent pas president Nielson New elected President Lester announced that the Pohc'Plus Campaign Members are collecting con'iruev money for a bicycle that is beir-duna'ed by Delta Auto and Applame Donations are il 00 per ticket and trie drawing will take place at the July 24th celebration in Hinckley Proceeds will be io PohoPlus MEA Credit Union in no offering VISA cards to qualified members another service you the members have asked lor as the credit union seeks to expand its services Just M A Credit Union with offices in Fillmore and Delta Stop by and apply today MEA Credit Union FilmD't 0bce Delta Cffice 44 SoutH IDS South Fit? 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