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Show Thursday, February 19, 2004 Page A5 March is Nonagenarian Month in Moab; mayor thanks community's elders for their contributions didnt by Michelle contributing writer On February 11, at the Senior Citizens Center 16 nonagenarians were recognized for their life longevity and contributions to the Moab community. Almost all of the seniors were present for the festivities, which included a proclamation from Mayor Dave Sakrison, who has declared March 2004 nonagenarian month in Moab. Times-Independe- ninety-year-old-pl- I have one. Ivy Gates says that her family had one of five first Ford cars, however, if the trip was three miles or less she had to walk. Carol Hines, who is 91, has lived in Moab her entire life. At some point in time, her family bought a Ford, You know, with the izen glass window, and you nearly froze to death any place youd go in the winter, Carol says. Later in life I saved up my money and for $18 bought a bicycle to get around. All of the women were married and Belle tells the story of her wedding day, I was married in 1936 she says. After my husband and I were married we didnt get to see each other very much until that night because we were so busy. When we went out to dinner, the waitress spilled soup all over my mother-in-laand my husband had to go home with her to help her get cleaned up. But then we were finally able to be together that night. If my husband were still living we would have been married for 66 years. only a few people who look very busy and the ones who I am here to report on for The are sitting at a long table at the front of the room. They are the elders of this community. Well over 1,500 years of stories and wisdom sit at the honored table and I feel that for me to even touch the table without any gray hairs on my head would be disrespectful. I search the honorable for potential interviews and make eye contact with Belle Eaton, a tall, willowy 92 year-ol- d woman with the most welcoming smile in the room. I manage to recruit two additional women for interviews, Ivy Gates and Carol Wiley cant thank you enough for everything that youve done for our City, said Sakrison, speaking to those being honored. The Mayor urged all Moab residents to recognize the communitys nonagenarians in the upcoming month. The following is inspired from interviews with four energetic women who were Hines, and Ruth Trimble eventually finds her way to our table to share her stories, as well. I was born in Silver City, New Mexico, says Belle. I walked to school when I was a kid and for longer trips our family had a horse and buggy. She says that Model T Fords and Buicks were around during that time but her family among the honored on Belle Wednesday: Eaton, Ivy Gates, Carol Hines and Ruth Trimble: I am not nervous until I walk through the Senior zen Center doors: I recognize Citi- w Although Belle, Ivy, Ruth and Carol share some similarities, each has a unique story to tell. Ive been to Florida and saw the Apollo 17 flight, the first missile and the first shuttle take off, And I petted 60th annversary says Ruth. the Discovery Space Shuttle. Carol Hines worked as a nurse at the hospital and as a dental assistant. My husband and I adopted nine kids. Ruth confirms emphatically that the Hines family gave the kids a very good home. Ivy is Fran Townsends (Grand County Clerk) mother. I enjoyed singing and playing with my family and then having a family of my own, says . . . Bob and Hallie Tibbitts will celebrate their sixtieth wedding anniversary with their family on February 21. They were married in Fort Smith, Ark. in 1944 while Bob was serving in the 116th Armored Div. Their five children and family will join them. Mexico and traveled overseas three times by myself, says Belle. I traveled to Turkey, Italy and all over the Mediterranean. I notice as we are talking how well Ivy, Belle, Ruth and Carol are able to see and hear. They are all sitting with remarkable posture and each conveys an inestimable vigor whether speaking, laughing or just listening. I ask them how theyve remained so healthy and in such good shape over the years. Ive never eaten anything diet in my life, says Ruth. And I read a lot. I belonged to a hiking club for several years and I do Tai Chi, says Belle. I used to walk everywhere, and I still walk. Belle gives the general advice, Stay busy and be happy. Keep going whether you feel like it or not, says Carol. As we walk outside into the sunshine and say our goodbyes, I feel overwhelmed by how much I like these women and I intend to make the time to meet with them again soon. Carol gets into her car to drive home, and Ruth and Belle walk back to their apartments. As I ride my bike down the hill from the Senior Center, I imagine that in 60 years from now I will be a d woman with a wrinkled face, a dab tanned, of lipstick on my mouth and gray-haire- Three vivacious nonagenarian Moab women, pictured from left: Belle Eaton, Ruth Trimble and Carol Hines. Photo by Michelle Wiley full of a life lived well, and, woman to look forward to hopefully, inspire a young growing older. Join Jerry A Donna Spangler for a slide showtalk regarding the rock art of Nine Mile Canyon. They will also sign copies of their book. Horned Snakes and Axle Grease. 7 p.m. Friday February 20th FREE WINDSHIELD! Moab Man Auto Glass will credit up to $ 1 25.00 of your insurance deductible. 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The following individuals, arrested in the roundup, have pleaded guilty to attempted possession - a third degree felony - and been sentenced to no more than five years in prison: Hunter Diehl, Dennis Hacker and William Herrera. Jared Merrill pleaded guilty to distribution of a controlled V arrested in the roundup, pleaded guilty to two counts of attempted possession of a controlled substance, a third degree felony, class B misdemeanor drug possession and paraphernalia, and operating a motor vehicle months in the Grand County Jail - to be served concurrently with his prison sentence. John Butterfield, Cheryl Chappell and Belal Alkadimi were also arrested by the GrandSan Juan Drug Task Force on felony drug charges and have been sentenced to Butterfield pleaded guilty to two counts of attempted possession of a controlled substance and received the same sentence as Chappell. Alkadimi pleaded no contest to criminal mischief - a class B misdemeanor, possession of methamphetamine in a Drug Free Zone - a second degree felony, and possession of marijuana in a Drug Free Zone - a class A misdemeanor. He will serve six months for criminal mischief, one year for possession of marijuana in the Grand County Jail, and one to 15 years in prison for meth possession in a Drug Free Zone. All sentences are to be served concurrently. Darrin Price and William Eister were also sentenced on felony drug charges, having been arrested by the Utah Highway Patrol. Price pleaded guilty to possession of a controlled substance and was sent to prison for no more than five years. Eister pleaded guilty to two counts of possession of a without owners security, also a class B misdemeanor. Garcia 1 When it comes to advertising... Placing an ad in the Classifieds can really $3.50 for 20 words or less. 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