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Show Volume Ninety Cost: Twenty-fiv- e Cents Number Forty-fou- r Runoff Water Tests 5th South Project A portion of Tooele Citys new Fifth South flood control project was put into use Wednesday as Settlement Canyon Reservoir drainage was renewed. Although the project has to be completed, watr from the reservoir - which runs through irrigation lines is entering the flood control pipe on Tule Drive which runs underground to west of Coleman Street. Water entering the flood control pipe first courses through a newly installed underground concrete pipeline that runs 600 feet from State Highway 36 to Tule Drive. That new pipeline was completed last week and replaces the old flood ditch. According to Tooele Mayor George Diehl and Howard Clegg, president of Settlement Canyon Irrigation Company, the reservoirs draining process was because water levels increased over one foot within 24 hours. Above the reservoir, water running down the canyon has turned color indicainto the muddy-brow- n tive of runoff. Mr. Clegg says the creek bed above Settlements right hand fork is just getting wet. Runoff in small amounts is coming down Left Hand Fork. "Right now the reservoir is beh tween to full, said Mr. Clegg. "Well leave it right around there for flood control. one-fourt- one-thir- d Juvenile Detained In Robbery Mr. Clegg added that irrigation water will be available to shareholders this Saturday. Plenty of pressure will be present even though the reservoir is less than one-thir- d full. As for the flood control projects completion, work on the diversion box next to 6 should be finished Tooele police have referred a Tooele boy to juvenile court authorities in connection with an armed robbery Tuesday at a local restaurant. The juvenile, who is at the Salt Lake County Juvenile U-3- by Friday. Construction crews from Glens Excavating started the projects diversion ditch to Fifth South Wednesday. That diversion ditch will carry water to the head of Fifth South if the flood control pipe on Tule Drive overlaods. The ditch will be three feet deep with sloping sides and is Detention Center, allegedly committed an armed robbery at Pizza Hut, 540 South Main. Police reports say that the subject, wearing an orange ski mask, held a gun to the head of a entirely concrete lined. Meanwhile, Fifth South is being widened and prepared for full curb and gutter. Work also continues to replace culinary water lines restaurant employee and ordered other workers to give him money from the cash be- If that cannot be done in time, 250 concrete barriers lay waiting at city shops to channel runoff on Fifth South if necessary. Randy Melo and Bobby Beason from Glens Excavating smooth out freshly poured concrete on the diversion box part of the citys Fifth South Flood Control Project. The project is said to be on schedule while creek water inside Settlement Canyon increases In volume and darkens with mud indicating start of the runoff season. Especially Trespassers Police Get Tough With Cyclists Tooele city police are going to get tough this spring on motorcycle violations, especially trespassing and unlicensed operators. "Anyone who lives near any of Tooele Citys many open fields is well aware that the motorcycles, dirt bikes and motor bikes have been out in force since the warm weather has arrived, says Police Chief Jesse Petersen. He said that during the past week his department has been deluged with calls from residents reporting misuse of the motor ing strict action against all violators. This will include the issuing of citations and the impounding of "The problems that are being reported included trespassing, elses property without written three-wheele- d bikes. noise, dust, speed, reckless driving, underage operators, and unregis- tered motor bikes, said Chief Petersen. The police chief said that the police department will be empha- sizing enforcement of all or- dinances relating to misuse of these vehicles. Chief Petersen said, "We will be directing all reasonable resources towards this effort and will be tak- - vehicles in every case that is appropriate. Most of the misuse can'be traced to irresponsible parents who allow their children unlimited access to these vehicles, according to Chief Petersen. Violations that police officers will specifically be looking for include: Citations will be Trespassing issued anytime that any type of vehicle is being operated on anyone permission. Unlicensed Operators Anyone that is operating any type of motorized vehicle on the streets must have a drivers license. The operation of any motorcycle, motorbike, or dirt bike requires a motorcycle validation. Allowing Unlicensed Driver Anyone who has control over a vehicle and allows someone without a license to drive it is committing a violation. "We will be issuing citations to parents who allow their unlicensed children to operate these vehicles, Chief Petresen, said. Helmet Violations Anyone "under the age of 18 must wear a helmet while riding any type of motorcycle. Registration and Inspection Any vehicle that is being driven on the street must have proper registration as well as license plates and safety inspection. Reckless Driving Anyone who drives any vehicle in a way that endangers the safety of persons or property is committing a violation. Evading - "Anyone who attempts to get away from a police officer is committing an extremely serious violation, according to Chief Petersen. This is a Class A misdemeanor and has a fine of up to $1,000 and one year in jail. "We want to emphasize that we are not out to ruin anyones legitimate fun, but we do have an obligation to protect the tights of the citizens of this community," Chief Petersen concluded. K Heather Beats Odds Again by David Bern The little girl with a terminal liver ailment again has beaten the odds by spending a weekend at Disneyland thanks to generous pocketbooks of Tooele County residents. Heather Wickham, five, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Don Wickham, went to Disneyland with her parents last month courtesy of the Benefit Fund, sponsored and the county Health and by the Transcript-Bulleti- n Human Services Department. The annual benefit fund, given out at Christmas each year and funded by generous county residents, sent Heather and her parents on a weekend dream vacation. The Wickham family was notified last Christmas trip. they had been chosen for the But because Heather had just broken her leg, the family was forced to hold off on the vacation until late March. According to Mrs. Wickham, Heather spent much of the winter lying motionless in bed with a leg in traction. But for Heather, knowing she was going to Disneyland helped make the ordeal more tolerable. "The trip to Disneyland was probably the best medicine for her, said Mrs. Wickham. "The broken leg really depressed her at first, but after she learned of the trip, it really boosted her up and gave her something to look forward to. "Knowing she was going to Disneyland really took her out of the dumps, said Mrs. Wickham. "She would hold her good leg up and say 'I've got to get my leg good so I can go to Disneyland. The whole Intent of the trip was to give Heather an extraordinary fun time. And fun she had. "It was the first time for her to go on a airplane of any kind, said Mrs. Wickham. "That was really exciting for her. She got to sit by the window and she thought eating on an airplane was really super. The Wickham's spent an entire Saturday and most of Sunday at Disneyland, flying back to Utah on Sunday night. Heather's favorite rides at Disneyland were flying with Dumbo the Elephant and driving her own car on the Tomorrowland Autopia Expressway. "She also really enjoyed the hot tub at the hotel," said Mrs. Wickham. "Shes a great swimmer." that her entire family tion given by Pizza Hut employees. Shopping Center On Brink Of Reality For North Main oy David Bern major shopping center in Tooele that will offer a variety of stores and services is on the brink of reality, says a Salt Lake City A realtor. And the owners of the North Main Street property where the shopping center will go admits the land has been committed for the project. Mike Allen of First Security Commercial Real Estate, says that after one year of negotiations all the required elements to construct a Tooele shopping center are in place. "We have been working for nearly a year and a half with Mayor Diehl and the faily who owns the property, said Mr. Allen, who is the project coordinator. '"Die high- it is project is no longer just talk for real. The land involved for the project extends 800 feet northward from 650 North. "The land is going to be developed, said Mr. Johnson, speaking on behalf of the Johnson family. "Were going to be actively involved with the development. Some decision making still has to be done, but the project is for real. Mr. Allen says the development will be called 'The Tooele Shop-in- g Plaza and will encompass 17 acres with a major grocer as the anchor store. The shopping plaza will also feature a major home After talking with police authorities, the juvenile told police the location of the gun. Police later located the weapon which was a small blank starter pistol. Post Office Gets New Name The name of the St. John post office has been legally changed to the Rush Valley Post Office. The post office, which carries the zip code designation of 84069, serves the communities of St. John and Clover. Settlement Lines Open Saturday Water lines of the Settlement Canyon Irrigation system will open Saturday, says water master Dean Maloney. Mr. Maloney said that water users should watch for leaks in their irrigation lines and make necessary repairs. High School Entertainment "In addition to the land and financing committment, a major anchor store has signed a letter of intent, along with many other tenants anxious to commit to the improvement store, restaurants, theatres, a department store and possible automotive center. "At present, plans for the shopping plaza are still open with a host of possible tenants showing great interest, said Mr. Allen. "But we do have a letter of intent from a major grocer. Next week, that name will be released to the press. Mr. Allen added that it has been tough to get big companies to look at Tooele. But now with industrial "Thats Entertainment II" will be presented at the Tooele High School gymnasium on Monday at 7 p.m. The show features the Tooele High School Sha Ronns, jazz band, flag and rifle team. It will also include numbers by Sweet Pea Dance Company and the project," he added. Dismissing this announcement e as not just a Tooele resident Ross Johnson, who along with other family members own the property designated for the shopping center project, says the land is going to be developed. He stressed the shopping center revenue bonds available and land secured, attracting the major firms is no longer difficult. As for success for the project, Mr. Allen said with all the elements now in place, problems are unlikely. He said First Security Commercial Realtors will handle all leasing and sale of the plaza. Warm April Continues lights are the land has been secured, the financing has been secured and the city is offering full cooperation." Mrs. Wickham added register. The subject was arrested later that evening after a vehicle he was riding in was stopped for having a broken tail light. The police officer recognized the subject from a clothing descrip- neath the street. With early warm weather, it is hoped the street can be entirely resurfaced before larger runoff or flash floods. hoped-for-promis- Stars. Tickets, which are $2 for adults and $1 for children, can be purchased at the door. Weather forecaster Steve Hatch says so far this is the warmest record breaking April in 25 years with normal temperatures both at well-abov- e EIS Supplement Addresses M55 Rockets In Register The Army announced that a supplement to the notice of intent to prepare an Environmental Impact Statement regarding disposition of the obsolete M55 Rockets will be published Federal Register. in the The M55 Rockets are stored at five sites in the continental United States: Anniston Army Depot, Alabama; Pine Bluff Arsenal, Heather Wickham, recipient of the Christmas Benefit Fund, finally made It to Disneyland last month with her parents. Heather, who has a terminal liver condition, enjoyed a childhood dream vacation thanks to all who contributed to the Benefit Fund last Christmas. sincerely thanks all of those who made the trip possible for Heather. Heather had a wonderful time because many opened their hearts and contributed. Heather, who at birth was diagnosed with cirrhosis of the liver, was gtven less than one year to live because of her condition. But what doctors did not know was how courageous and tough the little girl would prove to be. Her big heart and strong will to live continue to stump doctors. Arkansas; Tooele Army Depot, Grass Depot Utah; Lexington-Blu- e Activity, Kentucky; and Umatilla Army Depot Activity, Oregon. The total stockpile of chemical nerve agent filled M55 Rockets, manufactured in the 1960's was declared obsolete In 1982. These rockets are of no value to the nation's chemical warfare deterrent capability. The Army announced an earlier plan to prepare an EIS regarding disposition of the rockets stored at Anniston Army Depot, Lexington-Blu- e Grass Depot Activity and Umatilla Army Depot Activity. The night and day. And that welcome weather will continue right through the scope of that proposal has now been expanded to include the M55 Rockets stored at Pine Bluff Arsenal and Tooele Army Depot. To provide an opportunty for public Input to the extended scoping process, interested individuals, governmental agencies and pricate organizations are invited to submit information and comments on this proposed action for consideration by the Army and possible incorporation into the Environmental Impact Statement. Public scoping meetings will be scheduled and announced locally at a later date. Interested individuals or agen- cies having questions or comments concerning the proposed MSS Rocket Disposal Program and issues to be analyzed in the Environmental documentation should write to: Commander, US Army Toxic and Hazardous Materials, ATTN: AMXTH ES, (LTC John Soyak), Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21010-5401- . weekend with another high pressure system developing over the Intermountain West. However, a minor thundershower is expected tonight and Friday morning, marginally cooling down the air, says Mr. Hatch. But by Friday afternoon, partly cloudy conditions will dominate with only a slim chance of rainshowers over the mountains. The weekend, he says, will be absolutely gorgeous with blue skies and summer breezes well above the monthly average. Tonight's low will drop into the with Friday's high topping at around 61 degrees. Through the weekend, overnight lows will stick to the low 40's and highs in the 70's. low-40'- In This Issue T.V. Weekly |