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Show West Bountiful News By ALICE MITCHELL 293-1156 There is much written and said about the "American Heritage". To some it means getting many things from someone else. It means the amassing of great sums of money. To others it means the right to learn and to get ahead. Success is measured in accomplishments ac-complishments and in ability to give to the family, the community, and the nation. Whatever the definition, the "American Heritage" has provided the realization of the dreams of many people. This week in West Bountiful the fog was dispersed and the snow came. Afterwards the sun was seen for hours at a time. It even seemed that spring might come again. It seemed to be time to think of buying seeds and laying aside canning lids. In the middle of the thinking there was also time to do many interesting things. The teachers (some twenty strong) of the West Bountiful Second Ward worked hard to get ready for the ward banquet tonight. They and their leaders, as well as specialists, Walter Elsby and Woody Musig are cooking an old-fashioned pork dinner. They'll do the serving too. A donation of $10 family or $3 a person, or $1 for those under twelve may be made. They boys will display their first kayak. They have been working industriously on this project and hope to complete many more. They feel that the Indian culture is really a part of the great "American Heritage. Heri-tage. In keeping with this interest, they have secured the services of Charles Illsley, from Provo, who will do the Indian Hoop Dance. Mr. Illsley has toured Europe, the Orient, and the United States. He appeared at the XV International Inter-national Folkdance Festival in Confelens, France; at the Theatro de Zarauela in Madrid, at Christmas night events in Okinawa; at the Lagoon Complex for Art Linkletter; in Haifa, Israel; and on German National Television in Munich. During the past three years, Illsley toured Europe with the BYU Folkdancers. Among the dances in Illsley's repertoire are the War Dance, Scalp Dance, Horse-Tail Dance, and the Eagle Dance. One of his specialty dances is the Snake Dance, using four large snakes. His execution of the Lord's Prayer in Indian Sign Language provides an awe inspiring finale to any program, according to newspaper news-paper reports. The "American Heritage" includes the cultures of many nations, since its citizens have come from all parts of the globe. Some West Boun-tifulites Boun-tifulites enjoyed a piece of this type of culture as they attended the Utah Symphony Concert Saturday night. The special guest was Itzhak Perlman, from Tel Aviv, Israel. He has studied at Julliard School of Music and appeared at Carnegie Hall. Barbara Freestone reminisces about her studies at Julliard. America provides this opportunity for all, if they work for the chance. Mr. Perlman has achieved excellence ex-cellence in the field of his choice in spite of polio in his early years. George Bishop, who formerly for-merly was manager of the Phillips Petroleum Woods Cross Refinery was in town during the week. He spoke at the University of Utah with regards to preserving our natural na-tural resources and improv ing the beauty of the landscape. lands-cape. This would do much to keep "America, the Beautiful". Beau-tiful". Friendship is part of what makes the United States a desirable place to live. The Jerry Kilpacks were happy to have their friends, Mr. and Mrs. Ron Crossley, visit with them over the weekend. The Crossleys are residents of Rigby, Ida. Signe and Frank Jensen are noted for their hospitality and their desire to show friendliness to old friends and new. Sunday they entertained Signe's friend, Jan Little, from Los Angeles. Also enjoying en-joying the dinner were daughter Sharla and girls, and daughter Pam and two children. Last Friday Signe entertained at one of her "old friends" luncheons. Guests included Grace Kerr, Martha Edmonds, Jenny Bennet Robins, Bountiful, Leora Duke, Farmington, and LaRue P. Hugoe. This week Signe and Afton Hepworth spent an afternoon visiting with Amy and Walt Nelson in their new home in Bountiful. The Jensens also spent time visiting with friends they met on their Mexican tour. Nan Bird, from Salt Lake City, is one of their new acquaintances who is becoming an old friend. The Jensens have become well acquainted with the Pat and Jess Huffstettlers (who live in the old bank building and who have many interesting antique an-tique items in their possession). posses-sion). The two couples recently enjoyed lunch at the Officers' Club in Hill Field. One of the greatest parts of the American Heritage to many people is the right to attend the church of their choice or not to attend any church if they so desire. The members of the West Bountiful Ward were fascinated fas-cinated and impressed with an Indian program in Sacrament Meeting. Participants Par-ticipants came from Salt Lake City and Bountiful and from other cities north. Linda Peck was appointed as Primary teacher and Susan Pickett and Beth Brcko, as homemaking specialist in the Relief Society. Terry Cox, of the West Bountiful Ward, is excited and elated to learn that she has been called on a mission to Buenos Aires. The Elders of the West Bountiful Second Ward were inspired at a fireside Sunday night. Roland Chisolm, of the High Council, addressed them. The Elders were sad to hear that their president, Jerry Stout, had met with an accident ac-cident as he was building. He fell from a house and broke both of his legs. He will be in a wheel chair for several months. Everyone is hoping and praying for a speedy recovery. The Priests, Laurels, Teachers, and Mia Maids had a special fireside at the West Second Ward Relief Society Room. Oscar McConkie was the speaker. Best get-well wishes to those who have been ill. Lydia and Omer Bangerter were in an automobile accident ac-cident during the week. They were fortunate to escape with bruises. Clara Johnson has been ill. Elon Widdison is at home, after tests in the hospital. hos-pital. Luci Drawe has been at home recuperating from illness. ill-ness. It was good to see Agnes Mangus out after her weeks of illness. Agnes was able to attend the wedding reception of her grandson, who was recently released from the mission in Australia. He is the son of Dr. and Mrs. (Loneta) Murphy of Provo. The reception was in Orem. Agnes was accompanied accom-panied by Ellen Frampton and daughter, Beverly Glezos, and by Jewel and Ted Hepworth. Weddings are definitely a part of the American Heritage in West Bountiful. Ralph Lees, brother of Police Chief Jack Hanham, and Sharon Keefer, were united in marriage Saturday night, by Bishop Gary Edmonds. A reception followed in the multi-purpose room. Peggy Freestone was in charge of serving. The cake was done by Karen Jones. Edith Knighton made the bride's gown. The guests were treated treat-ed to a solo sung by George Knighton. The Lees enjoyed a visit from Ralph's son, Robert Lees, of South Gate, Calif. America wouldn't be America without new babies. Congratulations to Danny and Vicki Broderick in the birth of their new daughter. Best wishes to Edna (Ted) Eggett in the birth of her new granddaughter. Daughter "Tiz" and husband have their second girl. Back to visits, Brook Robinson is visiting with the Brandt Childs. Grandma Alice Harris visited with the Charles Evans. Maxme Kerr is feeling almost al-most well after recovering from her fall and bruised knee. We wish her the best. Helen and Jimmy Davis are still thinking of the Christmas day spent at the home of Cousin Cal Rampton. Later they went to Provo to visit with Helen's mother. Life is interesting for the Davises because of their friends among the Rock collectors. |