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Show BD if TT t3K( TrfffnTn JLxDilMC ILMIll(lPvp) SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH FRIDAY, JANUARY 17, 1964 Race for Governor New Game in Political Speculation Circles The U.S. Senate picture in Utah firmed up this week when two Republicans announced they would seek the nomination, vir-tually assuring a primary elec-tion battle for a place on the November ballot. Dr. Ernest L. Wilkinson, for-mer president of BYU, and Rep. Sherman P. Lloyd have both an-nounced their candidacies. Incumbent Sen. Frank E. Moss i.jssured of the Democratic rirOnation. It is felt unlikely that other candidates will enter the race on either side, though the possibility of additional Re-publican candidates is not being ruled out entirely. With the Senate race appar-ently set attention this week has turned to that of governor. There were reports that Mayor William A. Barlocker of St. George, the Democratic candi-date four years ago and men-tioned as a possible repeater, was having second thoughts about seeking the nomination again this year. However, observers said it would be a mistake to rule Mr. Barlocker either "in"or "out" at this point. Pfe has indicated to associates tQ he would await develop-ments and may not reach a deci-sion until close to filing time in March. Salt Lake County Commis sioner C. W. (Buck) Brady con-tinues in role of unannounced candidate. And the names of Milton L, Weilenmann, former Democratic state chairman, and Ernest H. Dean, former speaker of the House of Representatives, still are prominent in the specu-lative process of generating can-didates. On the Republican side the stock of State Highway Director C. Taylor Burton reportedly is soaring after another GOP pos-sibility Royden G. Derrick said he would not make the race. Mr. Burton is neither confirming or denying reports of a growing interest in entering a bid for the nomination. It has been pointed out that because of his position as direc-tor of highways and the Hatch Act covering political activities in federally aided state depart-ments, he probably would re-sign his position before embark-ing on even exploratory political ventures. Most Republican speculation is based on the presumption that Gov. George D. Clyde will not seek a third term. The governor has not said definitely what he will do. Rep. Sherman P. Lloyd's an-nouncement that he would run for the U.S. Senate put an end to rumors he might be interest-ed in becoming governor. Commissioner Jenson Promises To Present Zoning Plan to Board I A ii I charge of the county planning and zoning and building inspec-tion departments. He said the county seems to be headed for a proper zoning master plan which to be backed by the proper legal endorsement. "I think the study made and reported by the Salt Lake Val-ley Citizen's Council is sound and that after checking their recommendations the move to create an office of zoning admin-istrator for the county is certain-ly a proper one." The commissioner said the first choice for a proposed zon-ing administrator is Ralph Y. McClure, associate planner in charge of zoning for Salt Lake County Zoning Department. He said the new zoning en- - COM. MARVIN G. JENSON Salt Lake County Commis-sioner Marvin G. Jenson this week said creation of the office of zoning administrator for Salt Lake County will be recom-mended to the full county com-mission "soon". Commissioner Jenson is in forcement division can be made from personnel in the planning department or the building in-spection department, or both, without adding any additional personnel. "We have enough office space in the building inspection de-partment to house the proposed division," he said. Demo Committee Meet in Capital Draws Membership Nearly all of the members of the Democratic National Com-mittee attended the Committee meeting Saturday, January 11, at the Sheraton Park Hotel in Washington, D.C. The Committee heard reports from Chairman John M. Bailey, Vice Chairman Margaret Price and Treasurer Richard Maguire. Senator Warren G. Magnuson, chairman of the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee, Congressman Michael J. Kirwan, chairman of Democratic Con-gressional Campaign Committee and Allan Howe, president of the Young Democrats of Amer-ica, spoke to the meeting. Mayor Robert V. Wagner, vice chair-man and Director of the All Americans Council, also made a report. Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield and House Speaker John McCormack spoke to the luncheon January 11. Following the luncheon committee mem-bers went by bus to the grave site of the late President Ken-nedy to honor his memory. Com-mittee members returned by bus and reported late in the afternoon by bus for a reception at the White House. The Saturday meeting was preceded by meetings of the committee on arrangements for the Democratic National Con-vention and Committee on Allo-cation of Delegates to the Con-vention. TODAY'S EDITORIAL Tourist and Publicity Council Asks Land Board to Aid Recreation The Utah Tourist and Pub-licity Council has voted unani-mous approval of a request that the State Land Board "make every effort" to stimulate pri-vate recreational development of state owed lands. The move fol-lowed presentation of a report on a prospective Logan Canyon development by State Represen-ttaiv- e Franklin W. Gunnell of Logan. D. James Cannon, director of the Utah Tourist and Publicity Council, explained that Rep. Gunnell, in the role of a private citizen, sought the aid of the state council, the Salt Lake City Chamber of Commerce Recrea-tion Committee, and all inter-ested organizations in order to expedite orderly recreation de-velopment in the Logan Canyon lands. The state lands involved, comprising some 150 acres, are located close to US Highway 89 some two miles from the Bear Lake overlook. At present the State Land Board leases the acreage to a stockman for graz-ing purposes. Tourist and Publicity Council members expressed belief that such land could be put to more benefiical and remunerative use through construction of a well-planne- d recreation area includ-ing adequate parking, trailer spaces, lodge facilities and boys' camp. "Year round recreational development in Logan Canyon is much needed in the area," the Council resolution states, further urging full efforts to induce pri-vate enterprise to sponsor other such developments. Council members later joined state officials in an open house marking the 98th anniversary of the dedication of the original Council Hall, recently rebuilt on Capitol Hill, to serve Ut ah visi-tors. Council members attending the semi annual meeting and open house included Gus Back-ma- n, Salt Lake City; Homer L. Bandley, Richfield; Murray R. Moler, Ogden; Andrew Pace. St. George; Kenneth Sowards. Ver-nal; and Conley Watts, Logan. Several council members also took part in the next day's ses-sion of the Board of Directors of Utahns, Inc., the statewide or-ganization of private citizens and business groups fostering the vacation and travel indus-tries in the state. A Message For Ail Democrats The following remarks by Democratic National Chairman John M. liailey at the recent meeting of the ' Democratic National Committee contain a message for all Democrats. They are printed here in part. I want to say first that we have all felt the tragic impact of the death of our late beloved President, John Fitzgerald Kennedy. The loss cut deeply. The nation was shocked to its core. To many of us it was a personal shock because we knew and loved John Kennedy. He was our friend and our leader. But despite our shock and our sadness and our bereavement wre must go on. We must continue his work. We must do our share to see that his goals are fulfilled; that his dreams are realized; that his pro-grams are enacted. We are incredibly fortunate in having had as Vice President a man who was prepared by ability, experience and courage to step into the office of President and carry on without a loss in stride. It is already clearly evident that Lyndon Baines Johnson is a leader in his own right. It is just as evident hat he is destined to be another of a long line of great Democratic Presidents in the tradition of John Ken- - ( Continued on Page Four; Utah State AFL-Ci- O Will Continue Scholarship Plan The High School Scholarship program of the Utah State AFL-CI- O will be continued for the sixth consecutive year, it was announced by President John R. Schone today. Announcements and copies of this year's program have been mailed to all high schools in the state of Utah. This year two awards in the amount of $300 each will be pre-sented to the winners. The schol-arship program is sponsored in an effort to aid students in ob-taining a better understanding of the aims and purposes of labor organizations. Scholarship awards may be used in any ac-credited college or university in the United States and in any field of study. All senior stu-dents in Utah are eligible to par-ticipate. Winners are chosen on general excellence of their presentation and not on the point of view expressed. Since the inception of this program, thirteen students have been helped to attend the col-lege of their choice. |