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Show To Ease Overcrowding Utah State Prison May Utilize Abandoned County Facilities Looal News Sports tion StH Features L) Sunday Morning, June 26, 1977 Section Page One Valentine,s Nothing Serious LADY LAUGHTER: Salt Lake City has been the womens capital of the nation for the past two days. More lJ " t 1 . than 10,000 women (oops, I mean persons) have been attending meetings at the Sait Palace arguing about equal rights. Half of the per- sons attending j Dan Valentine the meetings have been in ravor of equal rights for the ladies, and the other half of the persons attending the meetings argue the ladies already have equal rights. I AM TAKING no sides on this matter whatsoever but I will say that the ladies, for the past few hundred years, have been getting a very raw deal in the quotation sweepstakes. For centuries, women have been saying witty tilings, but seldom have they ever received credit for their witty sayings. Back in the old days, a women would say something witty, then her husband would make note of it, go down to the tavern tell the boys and take credit for his wifes clever quote. It wasn't fair, but it was so Still, many witty women over the centuries have been strong enough to have their witty sayings handed down over the years. Here, to help celebrate the International Womens Year convention at the Salt Paluee, are some of the really great witty sayings of women over the past centuries: Here are some quotes by women about their own sex : The women who are the most beloved by their own sex are precisely the women who are least sought by the other. This was said by the Countess of lilessington a couple of hundred years ... 1 i ago. How about this one: What is a woman? Only one of nature's more agreeable blunders. Hannah Coweley said that. Women Madame de Rieux said: prefer being amused without being loved than being loved without being amused. THE COUNTESS of Suffolk once The only tiling that is commented: is another woman." like a woman Christine Rosetti once commented: women feel! Men work and think Diane Hutton said: "Women age better than men. A woman gets better, not older. AND I LIKE this quote by Lady Astor: "A women of 21 or even 18 is far older and wiser than a man of 25. Phyllis Battelleonce wrote: Women have been taking care of men, in one way or another, since Eve. You're right, Phyllis, but who ate the apple? Madame d'Epinay. once said: "The profession of woman is very hard. Jane Austen, the novelist, said that it is ull right for a woman to be smart, but she shouldn't show it, Her quote: A woman, if she has hud the misfortune of knowing anything at all, should conceal it us well us she cun. Vivian Cockburn and Frank Hay Ballet West perform on the stage at Festival of the Arts, which will continue on Sunday. of By Diane Cole Tribune Staff Writer Main Street sizzled in Salt Lake City Saturday for the second day of the Festival of the Arts. Not only were temperatures hot enough to wilt the freshest of the thousands of spectators, but business was hot for artisans and food vendors. Many said they had never seen such "fantastic business at other Utah art festivals, and one artisan explained One of Saturdays most popular attractions proved to be Ballet Wests d performance on the south stage in the cooler hours of the day. Accompanied by piano and soloist, the dancers attracted more than 10,000 persons at once to the block of Main Street between 1st and 2nd South. The sea of spectators even spread into the upper floors of nearby buildings to catch the show from strategically situated windows. Robert Petersons songs also attracted quite a crowd to the fest just before the dance companys performance. Salt Lake City needed this (festival, one of the artisans asserted. "The people have been happy and have enjoyed the art displays and entertainment. Its been good for the state. Frank Fondrisi, general manager of Victoria Stations beef ribs booth, said he had to close early Saturday because he ran out of spare libs. His meat supplier was unavailable to provide more for Saturday afternoon and Sunday. Crowds Bigger Saturday He guessed there were "well over 10,000 people at the festival by 3 p.m. Saturday, noting he sold as many ribs in four hours Saturday as he sold all day Friday, when it was estimated more than 10,000 spectators gathered downlight-hearte- why. The time has been just right for this festival, said Kevin Frazier, a local stoneware artist, who added there was the heat. only one drawback He said publicity for the event was good, entertainment has been super and centrally located to allow browsers to hear the music while shopping, and the location made it possible for people to ride buses and return more than once to buy artwork, see a comedy in the Salt Lake Film Festival or catch several And dance or musical performances. its free that makes a difference, he said. IWY Meeting Helps lie added that the International Womens Year conference at the Salt Palace attracted many participants to the Main Street festival. On the other hand, the conference made difficult the task of finding parking space. town. OFFICE 300 SALT a COUIITY BUll.UINO CITY LAKE CITY. UIAH 84 11 K UiHRlAs, '.rilimi inat were i ; s i he A "I At, du iupru . limits WHIRlAb, dr. and I A M A 1 I N U il is Imperative to the continued wise use of our natural resources; and it il j , n ,iny recycled; and Wilt t C U of well-bei- we make Wi "'fi OF THE MAYOR of uur tesources could be put to better reiycliruj not only saves energy and money, our current supply of natural resources; of the use if but also and the technology for the recycling of paper is well available tor many different industries; Mini. IHlKiruhL, I, Ted Wilson, Mayor of bait lake City, Utah, proclaim the wee of June 26th through July 2nd to he rilW'JWLR KICVCIING W11.K is .alt lake City and encourage all citizens to participate Uty's recycling efforts by plating their bundled papers on their regular garbage col lecl ton day. Ut WITNISj WMf fVf III bait in the curb tale for trt'l , hand air! (,iuvd t.u be affixed thu Official Vvil (f Salt late Uty, 'J Utah, tills tw Jiy of Juim n im't ceri humbl'd arid ,ivt"Oy stv(' my 1 Proclamation signed by Fait Lake City Mayor Ted Wilson citizens save papers for recycling program. is urging to yourself." And the Countess of Rlessington once said: "There is nothing more beautiful in the world than a woman in a dress her husband can't afford. SAM, THE SAD CYNIC, SAYS: It sure was nice to see a big meeting in the Salt Palace where the women Instead were arguing with each other of with their husbands! ment and Granite Mental Health patients using facilities next door, Mr. Hutchinson speculated. Tempera t ures Climb in Utah Drought Tally Worst Ever Temperatures across Utah Saturday climbed to far above normal for the date at many stations and with only a few scattered light thundershowers there was practically no respite from the growing drought. . The temperature at Salt Lake City hit 95 degrees, the hottest day so far this year and 10 degrees above the normal for the date. Low reading was 63, nine degrees above the dates normal. The only precipitation recorded in the state, and that from very localized thunderstorms, was at Cedar City, where .26 inch of rain fell, and at Roosevelt with only .01 inch recorded. Worst on Record That 1977 may be the worst drought year on record is shown by runoff figures released Saturday on the Colorado River and its tributaries above Lake Powell. 9 The Bureau of Reclamation released figures showing that runoff to be the lowest in the 61 years records have been kept. Runoff in May was 315,000 acre-fee- t and for the April through July period should total 1.8 million acre-fee- t or only 23 per cent of normal. The bureaus release showed comparisons with the low runoff years of 1931, 1934 and 1954 clearly convey the message that the 1977 drought may be the worst on record. Down 9 Feet Lake Powell has dropped more than nine feet since the end of the water year last September. The Green River above Flaming Gorge Dam is expected to be only 32 per cent of normal. The hot spot in Utah Saturday was at Bullfrog Basin with a mercury reading of 102. Gordon Moore, another potter, sail he hasnt seen such good business in tin five years he has participated in Utah art festivals. People have been standing in line to buy, he said. He said he usually judges business by the first day, with the first day as the slowest. Friday was the best first day Ive experienced, he added. Heres the schedule of Sunday's events at the Salt Lake Festival of the Arts: South Stage 0 The Tabernacle Choir (in the Tabernacle). 10:00-10:4-5 University of Utah Folk Dancers. : 15 Deseret String Band. 12:30-1:3- 0 Bountiful Sweet Adelines and Beehive Statesmen. 9:30-10:0- 1 15-1- 2: Repertory Dance 2:00-3:0- Theatre. 3:30-5:3Human Ensemble Repertory Theatre. Northwest Stage 0 Full Gospel Singers. 10:3011:15 Rip Pelt and John Dykstra. 12:30-1:3- 0 Johnny People Jazz Ensemble. 0 9:30-10:0- 2:00-2:3- 0 rigals. 3:00-3:3- 0 - Highland High Mad- Billy Cordray holds his young- sters Michelle, left, and Bil- - Ruel and Lili Eskelsen. By Craig Hansen Tribune Staff Writer A proposal to double the 4 per cent utility franchise tax to cover a projected $4 million shortfall in the coming fiscal year goes to Salt Lake City commissioners Monday. Thats what Mayor Ted L. Wilson and Finance Commissioner Jennings Phil lips Jr. said late Saturday. They said the measure would cost most city residents far less than an earlier plan implementing monthly garbage collection fees, higher proper ly taxes and a smaller franchise tax increase. Base Tax on Consumption We will also ask the utilities to base the tax on consumption, not the final bill." Mayor Wilson suid. "That would make the tax cost even less for the small residential user and wipe out any regressive nature." The city must balance its $39 million plus budget by Thursday, a day before it lakes effect. Earlier, commissioners the shortfall to he close to the $3.3 million mark, but learned they needed even more money two weeks ago City Auditor Lawrence A. Jones said the city must begin a $2 million phaseout of federal revenue sharing and finance a $7.3 million pay hike commissioners gave themselves and the city's '2.000 workers March Assails Tax Proposal The Utah Taxpayers Assn, assailed the rumored franchise tax hike. Executive Director Jack Olson accused commissioners of using dirty tricks" and hidden taxes" to balance the budget. Mr. Olson was one of five who studied budgetary problems and suggested a plan to cover the budget shortage. 1 much-marrie- She once said: It takes all the fun out of a bracelet if you have to buy it Agreements might call for the prison to sell meals to county alcohol treat- Pap er Recycling Urged In recognition of the "wise use of natural resources," Salt Lake City Mayor Ted L, Wilson has proclaimed the week of June 26 through July 2 a? Newspaper Recycling Week signing the proclamation, the mayor said "recycling not only saves energy and money, but also extends the limits of our current supply of natural resources." In lie encouraged ull citizens to participate in recycling by placing their bundled papers on curbs for their regular garbage collection days. f For the past three and years, the city has had a program tor newspaper pickups. With the current energy awareness mood of the country. Mayor Wilson has set u goal of doubling the tonnage in newspapers collected See related story on Page W one-hal- f ly up high to see the show at festival above large crowds. City Commission to Vote on Proposal For Doubling Utility Franchise Tax SALT LARI' CI TY COKTUKAI ION CATHERINE PRACTICED what she preached. When u man dared to double cross her, she had his head chopped off Peggy Hopkins Joyce was a playgir! of the muring '2l)s. 1 lease with the state would give the prison control of the county's nearby kitchen that prepares more than 5,00(1 meals each w eek for senior citizens and others. Festival a Sizzling Success Actually, Catherine the Great of Russia had the logical sex equality solulion. She said many years ago: "Learn to use men without surrending to them." think the late Peggy Hopkins Joyce had the last word on the equality of the sexes. Since the rehabilitation facility closed, the county has relied on special bail-fre- e and probation-typeprograms to keep the jail population down. Criticism raged around the rehabilitation facility for months before it closed. Sheriff's officers attacked its security, specifically with charges that inmates were bringing in drugs. Commissioner Hutchinson feels any Crowds, Business Hoi I'll bet Jane could get some comments on her statement at Uit' Salt Palace meeting. Rut By Jack Fenton Tribune Staff Writer An abandoned arm of the Salt Lake County Jail used to ease overcrowding in that facility for two years may be reopened by the state to ease population pressures at The facility at 175 E. 2100 South was closed nearly two months ago after federal funding expired. Although it had been designed for 50 inmates w ho were to spend days working or attending classes, it was seldom more than half full. Earlier this month, the prison population hit a record 914 inmates living in a facility designed to hold 828 at most. A suit filed in U.S. District Court by inmates and a Justice Department probe of conditions at the prison have triggered fears of a mass release On the Agenda The state takeover negotiated quietly by Commissioner William L. Hutchinson and State Social Services Director A thony Mitchell will be on the regular agenda going to county commissioners Monday, then to a special session of the legislature opening Tuesday. Consider leasing the facility to the state, Mr. Hutchinson recommended. Payments could help ease some of the countys financial woes, he said. Hes convinced the county wont use the facility for a minimum security jail. Sheriff Delmar L. Larson declined such an offer before the facility was closed. Sheriff's officers speculated that needed security work would cost more than $20,000. Then there'd be the bill for officers to run it. Strains Too Great Mr. Larson said his budget couldnt stand the strain. 1 i Commissioners rejected that plan, saying some measures were illegal and others would have clobbered the small taxpayer and average city resident, "The1 garbage lee alone suggested b the Olson plan would have cost home owners an extra $42 a year, Mr. Phillips said. On the other hand, the franchise tax will raise average hills by $26 a year. Olson to release information as to who Moreover. Mayor Wilson said the tranehi.se tax will hit churches. Iratcr-nu- l organizations and service groups, which often escape other forms of taxation. the garbage collection fee alone raised the $4 million, homeowners would pay nearly $100 a year extra. If financed by a properly tax, the extra bill would vary Itetwcen $53 and $160 depending upon the evaluation of a standard, three lcdroom brick house. Mayor Wilson said if utility com panics do base the rate on consumption, it would fall in line with President Carter's energy program. Likewise, a projected 17 per cent hike in utility See Page B-Column 5 We suspect Olson's false posture in representing consumers is based on his fear of business paying its fair share of the tax increase," Mr Phillips said. "We also suspect the Utah Taxpayers Assn, represents big business and not the average homeowner. We challenge finances and represents the Utah Taxpayers Assn., Mayor Wilson declared. Statistics compiled by city researcher Paul F. Barber show that il LDS Leader Receives Award From Achievement Academy Mormon ORLANDO. Fla li church President Spencer W Kimball said Saturday the nation will continue if we to give great and good people strengthen the cornerstone of our the home " society President Kimball. K2. head ol the Church ol Jesus Christ of Latter-daSaints iMormonsi. was one of 411 persons who received Golden Plate Awards from the American Academy of Achievement. 'Humility and Gratitude' "With humility and gratitude accept this beautiful Golden Plate Award, he said. I am honored to occupy this place tonight with so main distinguished y 1 Y (slerdiiiV WOmaii garageman up again ( Im. klc showing dented ear to "The lender's been acting Americans My hope is that America will continue to produce many more like them, men and women who. through hard work, faith and fortitude, reach the summit ol worthy achievement and who lift the lives of many others "I sincerely believe that America will continue to give great and good people to the world if we strengthen the cornerstone of our society, the home,' President Kimball said. Others Receive Awards Others who received the award included Alex Haley, author ol Roots;" World War 11 Lt. Gen. James 11 Doolittle; Dr. Samuel C. C. Ting, 1976 Noble Prize winner in physics; Drs. Kosalyn S. Yalow and Raymond P. Ahlquist. both winners of the Lasker Award in medicine; Gen. Ixntis H. Wilson Jr., commandant of the Marine Corps: R. Buckminster Fuller, architect; and football player Tony Dor .ell winner of the llcisman Award |