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Show M 'CJMLMING CCftP 2eC3 , by Midge and C2B must have been busier with class reunions this homecoming than ar vear we can recall Concerning the heres one that s rather unique Three generationsof the Ashbv family attended reunions here during the Pascn celebration Mrs Susan Ashby was present for her 62nd with the eighth grade graduating class of Peteetneet School of 1912 Her son Dean Ashby, was here for his 36th reunion of the Payson High School And class of 1938 her grandson, Darrel Ashb) ar of 1964 Incidentally the three generations are a'l alumni if Peteetneet School -- Parade reports Foreign visitors m- J McCo) an official of the Veterans of Wars thinks Pa)sonians and to our communit) are the most of anv cit) in the state hes Don patriotic visited The justice of the peace told us he thanked the he didnt get his name--fentering the parade later on Monday as he w as purchasing a ticket to the I want to thank you, horse races FM official replied the More people showed deep respect for the flag as we passed than m any other parade We think we ve entered this year that is a great compliment for Payson and for the visitors who return each yeai to take part in the Golden Onion Days and Homecoming celebration. individual--unfor-tunatel- v, or that much patience was display ed on the parts of the cast of Oklahoma and the audience alike last Friday night when the power went off throughout most of Southern Utah County But after a Png delay the show went on w ithout a hitch and the Pay son Community Theater once again staged a smash hit If you missed it, youve fered bv Eleven-year-o- of- local people -- m- Would you believe that as far back as 1934 there was a female jockey' Well, horse named Wandering Star owned by Fred Schutz of Lander, Myo, who entered the animal in the Pavson Horse Races during there was and she rode a annual Onion Days and Homecoming The race track at that time was named Done Field. The lady jockey is listed on a Sept 1934 race program only as Mrs 1, of the Schutz, possibly the horse If she won, it is not noted on the antique program submitted to us by Mrs Viola Spencer who has kejit it for 40 years Mrs Spencer couldn't remember if she bet on that horse, or if she did how much she won Sweepstake trophy in the Golden Onion Days and Homecoming celebration Labor Day parade was awarded to the float entered by First Security Bank of Utah NA Judges admitted the decision was difficult after they viewed wnat most spectators described as one of the best parades in the history of the celebration Photo ar er -- m- At least one candidate in Tuesdays primaty election is aware of the damage caused in Payson Canyon by the 1973 flood and has assured us he will work toward restoration if elected. He is Cecil Zimmerman of Springville, a candidate for the Democratic nomim-tio- n for Ltah County clerk. Mr Zimmerman, a member of the camp development committee of the Utah National Parks Council, Boy Scouts of America, produced with the help of former Payson resident Richard Bolton the conservation display at Camp Maple Dell to inform youthful Scouts of the nature of our environment and the extreme value of protecting it Hes traveled the canyon many times and is as anxious as anyone to see restoration work continued, -- -- m- this week's issue under Com- munication Center Lewis Huff has graciously made public a letter of thanks and appreciation in winding up the summer band concerts. Me think its only appropriate thatwe, inturn, thank Lewis, the Payson Band Director, for his time arl interest each year to direct the concerts Certainly summers weekly in Payson wouldnt be the same without the Sunday music in Memorial Park. It's something not many towns can toast and we hope for a long time to come--th- e band w ill play oa -- One m- of our favorite spots during the homecoming was the Senior Citizens Art and Hobby Show at the center on North Main Street Me were extremely proud to stroll throughout the exhibition with relatives pointing out see what our older citizens Jo with their time'' Thev agreed with us it was truH a show to toast about The Senior Citizens deserve a bouquet of roses, a standing ovation and a whole bunch of ( to lit tl t annual i V ConUxt u U rt I Hat Ch ting v a ax x dur-- u Clark and r i k ilv x j ax hi mp- - e kt D tv l tl Nit 1st n t i st i T i t w ! j , - tl f j r iiu i At in k tr t i i i n the si ron hip leaning chairman claied mil be ' a w nj ' j t, n tit i xt in 1 f rulex n rxt ui hin s k jaittftojth lit o a It stall's an li lal Tu prize am mg muwill to pi rate moiity tt s' mts t lit i all t i lmc to tht It ngth of tum i n h j u t it qatt Mr Jack on mk tin it cord of 13 houis an i r8 minutes establish d last vt u will t man an Mike the event no e ntist ' Lea Ann this year was n it t sun It t,i i n unit d on j ige 3) A brief look Tomorrow--Richfiel- w peddler who more than once looked into the barrel of a shotgun Toting the shotgun was Ado Annies father, in the person of Lawrence Ewell The southern sheriff Jiggs Carnes left no doubt he was the best for the part, delighting playgoers with unpredictable hoots and hollers straight from the shoulder Also turning in professional performances were Patricia Bennett, a tyjucal Aunt Eller from her beautiful voice right down to her toe tapping tootsies, Mill Parker as Ado Annes handsome suitor, played by AlanMfilde, andVermle Gasser, the hired hand Judd Fry In his mean and at the same time pathetic manner, Judd captured the emotions of the audience as he tried in vain to capture the heart of Laurie Oklahoma's choreography was superb The Dream Ballet in moonlight gave the musical a touch of softness to the otherwise western setting The stage settings were unbelievably magnificent, and seldom seen in a small The lifelike production community farm scenes and buildings were accomplished with expertise Much credit should be given to the orchestra with its precision timing, one of the most important assets to any product 10a Also one who should take great pride (continued on page 3) she will $10 Person of Hit it 19 For her efforts certificate good for the 22 merchants paiti-- naive my of ility but fell xhoit just clues a vt out inued on page 3) Temp.-Preci- Table p. The uh on ti mj e i itu i e rai e and F en k dm ing 'lie w Monday as measure l ly A Z lit mx and Bob Phelps, d nxpfctmly, lncludtx events scheduled School through next at at Pavson foot- d ball, sophomore game, 2 Ah Hakim, the humorous one Hill Happening Payson High weekend includes The costumes are packed away the scenery is set a ide and a weiry cast can tike great pride in knowing that another production tf the Payson Comnow joins the Theater munity successful list cf past years Oklahoma xtiBed during Payson Golden Onn n Davs and Homecoming cekbratirn jnoved once again that talent is where you find it and you can find it right here at home Oklahoma opened the celebration 28 and followed with four Aug during the remainder of the homecoming festivities Unfortunately, Fridays Family Night was interrupted with an area px ver shortage However, following the delay the curtain once again went up and the show continued to delight a full house Ceitainly deserving of a standing ovation were enor Flmo Keck who played the lead role of Cuiley, and his wife in ieal life, Cheryl, the beautiful Laurie with a rich soprano voice An apparent favorite song was the couples duet, People Mill Say Me re in Love A second husl and-ife team was Arlene Prov stgaard as the comical Ado Annie and Tom Prov stgaard, who played Mysteiy game, 30pm, varsity 5pm Sept at Bingham, Sept football, Pay-so- n 4pm football, Bingham at Payson, 5pm et Sept acquainted party, 8fvm inches 88 inches September a'erage 13 25 inches Mater year to dite 15 94 Entue water year average inches c- Life does have its coincidences We Don (Zora) hear this from Mrs Schaerrer of Dcwnev, Calif, concerning her mother, who passed away this Mrs Schaerrer says the summer number 4 was quite outstanding in her mothers life, and we agree she is About her mother absolutely right She was born Nov 4 Her huband was born Sept 4 They were married Feb 14 Their three children were all torn on a Thursday, the 4th day of the week, (their youngest daughter on Dec 4 ) She died on a Thursday, the 4th day of the week, and on the 4th of July, 1974 She was in room 204 in the hospital She lacked 4 months to the day of being 91 years old She and her husbands next wedding anni' ersaiy would have been their 64th. In n 1 . a ld at 7th the xjitiu r Bai t i ei, lit ft i The big prize progressively lsclimti-m- g attnctively in The Chronicle Mystery Personality Contest with $70 up for grabs if adroit advertising readers are able to correctly identify the mystery person and find all the clu s m this week's issue Jane Ann Hiatt of Mest Mountain, a student at Pay sons Middle School, didnt seem at all disappointed when notified her entry was drawn from the box and correctly identified Clesta Powell as last weeks heard missed seeing some great talent ix A W ' Personality Prize umps To $70 into -- c- Me I' tin (li it a n t tion a year fiom now maikelly tot'er than the 1974 tditioa It would to ilmost lmjx xxible to single out a single outxt inilng cunt Virtually everything winch toik plan w's lmpiessive In tlu latur cate.. iv would have to to Mondays jaradt some thrilling tu rse lasts the flowtr and art show tht lmprtxivt Sunn Citizens hobby art show and ejih tl the five perform anu s tf the muxual Oklahoma Judges awaided the sw npxtakts trophy after Mondivs j u ule to the rntrv sponsored by hirst Security Bulk tf Utah NA The commer'iil ti jlv went to a float sponsoicl jointly ly ILv s class l du at1:, x Mat I 'a c til of reunion of attended the Payson High Schools graduating Sand), F Mith the 46th n w in the shoe l citv officials and mlunteer worhtr ee-n- ei ally agreed t at h w ill have lux w t ik cut out to make the 47th annual G 1 un Ira Onion Dav s and Homt t om mg curtain calls -- m- Should ary of you anglers see a smiling fish in Strawberry, give Glen Peterson a call No doubt hed like to get his hands on the foxy fin that took off with his hook, line and pole recently at Strawberry Seems he was fishing from a boat when he threw his line out and before he knew it, he was left empty handed. Edher the lunker was getting even With man or it didnt know its own strength. Anyway, you've heard about the one that got away--noyouve heard about the one that got awav with EVERYTHING w -- m- After two visits to Payson in less than a week. Democratic precinct chairman Georgia Durrant is convinced Rep. Wayne Owens impressed those he met on the street and at the dinner party held in Ins honor as a man who believes in Ameiica and who rekindles new faith in the hearts of fellow Americans The congressman is campaigning for the IS Senate seat being vacated by Sen M allace F Bennett Rep Owens won the Democritic nomination at his state convention earlier ms partys year carried his walking campaign to Payson Aug 28 and was met near the eastern city limits by Mrs Durrant The candidate returned to Pay son afternoon where he attended Monday the horse races, shook hands and was greeted by a number of supporters Mrs Durrant said Rep Owens not He only walks and talks to people, but he listens The minute he heard of our aSsBjaafea- Payson Canyon flood problems, he asked to be taken to the canyon for a firsthand look He made the trip with city councilman Phillip J Lundell and Tom Durrant (and) agreed that closing of the recreation area was a serious problem for the people He pledged to begin immediately to work towards the goal of getting the road opened. Mrs Durrant added he proved by this action he is willing to walk the second mile to serve well the people he represents She reported he telephoned federal officials in Denver to learn the reason for the delay in advertising the canyon road rebuilding and repair project The official he sought was out and Rep Owens was to try to reach him again At Chronicle Tuesday press time, Mayor Richard Harrner had not heard whether Rep Owens had been able to determine the cause of the delay. - uV mmm Members varsity of the Payson High School football team and coaches quickly devoured drinks donated six cases of soft by Daley Market and six doxen donuts Chronicle provided last week after the by The annual Payson Canyon road cleanup After policing up nearly a truck full of litter, the burly footballers were careful to add their empty pop cans to the accumulation on the truck provided by the city See page 3 for photograph of the project beginning Photo enaforial CandidafeNixesCanyon Aid A candidate for the American Partys nomination for the US Senate frankly told The Chronicle recently he had no intention whatever of working for federal aid in repair and restoration of flood-ra- v aged Payson Canyon if he were elected. immoral for a candidate to beat around the bush and let people believe he is something he vote isnt for the sake of their If the people of Payson are looking for federal funding for canyon repair, they had better look elsewhere because I intend to trim the federal budget rather than increase it, said Len Larsen, 32, of Provo The son of Rex and Mary Larsen, longtime Scouters in the Utah National Parks Council, saidhe thinks the people of Pay son would be willing to go without federal funding if they knew the budget was being cut everywhere else If we cut the federal budget to the point that the citizens of Payson pay half or no income tax, I think they would prefer that i He said seve-people have asked what would you do for me' and my answer is nothing special because I expect to give you freedom from federal harrassment of your business and personal life If you expect special handouts or favors, Im not your candidate al During a recen Payson visit Congressman M'ayne Owens toured the downtown business area while getting acquainted with local residents. Shown strolling with Mr Owens aie front left, Georgia Durrant, rear left to right, Linda Allen, Lucille Allen an Amt i Bra If r lack center Allan Bradford and directly behind the ctngressman is State Sen Retort Bow en of Spanish Fork. Far right in rear is Karen Shepherd. 1, I think the The candidate added purpose of a political campaign is for the candidate to let the people know what he is and what he stands for Its Len Larsen of Provo, candidate for the American Partys US Senate nomination, checks a Payson Chronicle editorial critical of the states congressional delegation Photo dunng a recent campaign visit in the community |