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Show The Park Record Wed/Thurs/Fri, June 25-27, 2008 A-9 The way we Were DAILY WATER CONSUMPTION JUNE 16-JUNE 22 OUR GOAL IS TO NOT EXCEED 7.5 MILLION GALLONS PER DAY 8 -I "• • 'X &^»y..w)e .i. : ^ - 7.1 6g 686 6.51 • 6.04 6 - 3 5 - ' 0 o "3 4 - 1 Jt 3 • > : ; o . ! 1 • 16 Mrs. Jane Parker: chef, nurse and By Emily P. Beeson, collections intern, Park City Museum MUSEUM African-Americans, though few in number, trapped for furs and explored the Utah territory even before the Mormons arrived in 1847. Some came later as slaves of southern Mormons, and others came for religious reasons as Mormons themselves, wishing to escape persecution. The completion of the transcontinental railroad, jobs related to mining and its needs, and the "buffalo soldier" military presence at Fort Duchesne and Fort Douglas increased the black population in Utah to 677 in 1900. The AfricanAmerican community organized churches, newspapers and social organizations in Uintah County and Salt Lake City. While they certainly faced prejudice, blacks in the tiny Park City African-American community were a rung above the Chinese and Mormons on the social ladder. Born in 1851 in Missouri, Mrs. Jane Parker (pictured) worked as a housekeeper in a board- 19 Date 20 21 22 SPONSORED BY THE PARK CITY BOARD OF REALTORS WITH THE PARK CITY MUNICIPAL CORPORATION. beloved neighbor ing house in Moberly until at least 1880. By 1887, Mrs. Parker had moved to Park City with her son, Gus. Though The Park Record said she was "seldom seen on the streets," Mrs. Parker attended the Congregational Church and became a respected member of the Park City community due to her caring nature and culinary talents. Mrs. Parker catered special events, making delicacies like this four-tiered wedding cake (inset). "Great prestige was bestowed upon a hostess who could employ the services of this much sought-after woman," said historian William McPhie in his book, "The Trail of the Leprechaun." In 1898, likely knowing many would recognize her name and flock to their restaurant, the Midway Hot Pot Resort advertised that Mrs. Jane Parker was working as their chief cook. While she couldnt read or write, "Aunt" 18 The City would like you to remember not to water between the hours of 10 a.m. and 7 p.m. within Park City limits. COURTESY PARK CfTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MUSEUM AND MICHAEL P. MCDONALD PARKc 17 Jane, as she was known, owned her home on Woodside Avenue. Listed in the census as a widow and a nurse, Mrs. Parker "always responded, when asked, to nurse and reiieve and help suffering," The Park Record said. Unfortunately, by 1900, both Jane and Gus, a day laborer who went back and forth between Park City and Pocatello, had been unemployed for several months. Gus returned to Pocatello to find work and Jane joined him in 1902, where she worked in the dining-car service on the Oregon Short Line Railroad. Parker died in 1908 from dropsy, a nonspecific term of the time for swelling of the soft tissues. Testifying to the lasting impact Mrs. Parker had on those in the community, notice of Mrs. Parker's death made the first page of The Park Record, although she had been gone from Park City for more than six years, Draft report delayed on ski resort expansion FRISCO, Colo. (AP) - The U.S. Forest Service has delayed for six months a draft environmental study on a proposed expansion of the Breckenridge Ski Resort. Officials say the draft will be released early next winter. They delay came after more than 100 people filed comments on the plan. The resort wants to develop new ski terrain on 450 acres on Peak 6. Critics raised concerns about the impacts on the quality of life in nearby communities, including traffic, parking and housing. Loss of wildlife habitat was another concern. Supporters say the expansion would relieve crowding on existing ski terrain. White River National Forest officials say the draft report has not been put on hold but say they don't want to rush it. Norwegian Outdoor and W I T H I N T E G R I T Y xploimion Center present Friluftsliv Summer Camp "Be in the moment!" Tin's summer camp de-emphasizes stress and competition, re-emphasizes a deep appreciation of nature. We will work together to build respect for self others, and nature. Charming 3 bearopmiw,«»Ui.piuiloK?5ffiS?rfibniC, approx. 2007 _ , throughout, expanded kitchen with a center bland, upgraded raised panel cabinetry. Ridi hardwood & slate flooring. Very bright & cheery with expansive views of ski resorts. Attractive, low maintenance, xcrucapc landscaping with spaciousflagstoneand redwood pado. $545,000 * * * This wonderful 5 bedroom* 5 bath home' . located in Deer \Wley's cajdnve Sobunere res- '} idcntial community, features apprax. 5410 sq. ft. a spacious open main floor with impressive floor to ceiling stone fireplace and views of j . Snow Park ski runs. A well designed kitchen 'j 'with rich granite couniertops attdttain]^ - i appliances, luxurious main floor master suite, '.'% 4 guest bedrooms, a spac^a^j^WfiU^Bune •, room, convenient maiaJloor oBEce,1 m n n , hardwood floors, vaulted 'ceflinss, jetted spa "• 31,967,000 This camp is open to fourth-eighth graders. The group size will be four to six children with two Norwegian Outdoor Exploration Center mentors. Activities will include hiking, rock climbing, rafting on the Weber River, camping, and learning about nature. There are two different types of sessions: Day Hikes: Campers will hike local trails. Please bring a lunch, daypack and any gear required for the specific hike. The hours for the camp are 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. The cost is $45 per camper. Overnights: Campers will hike and set up camp in the Norwegian Outdoor Exploration Center Yum in the Uintas. The hours for the camp are 9:00 am Thursday to 4:00 pm Friday. The cost is $ 170.00 per "camper. , - 6/26/08: 7/03/08: 7/10/08: 7/17/08: 7/31/08: 8/0708: Day Hike Day Hike Overnight in Yurt Day Hike Day Hike Overnight in Yurt We encourage individual children, groups of friends or siblings to join... Please call Ellie at 435.655.3966 with any questions or to enroll your child. The Nonvcgian Outdoor Education Center is a non-prof t organization that has been sewingyouth andyouth-a^risk since 1980. 77/e Colby School is a non-profit organization providing academic excellence in a caring community since 1997. ^ T H E S C H O O VIEWS AND LOCATION DEER VALLEY DRIVE Large custom home site in one of Park City's fincit, upscale neighborhoods. Gentle, sloping .47 acre lot with sensational views of ski resorts and adjacent to hundreds of acres of open space. $999,500 Fully furnished town home just steps to ski shuttle. 2 master suites with jetted baths, approx. 1416 sq. ft. Well designed kitchen with granite counters, attractive tile and hardwoods throughout, sunny location just a short walk to main street restaurants and shops 5579,500 SCENIC RESORT & FAIKWAY VIEWS ~, Perfect home for entertaining, Weli designed kitchen with granite counters and informal dining area that opens to a spadous family room, all overlooking a park Uke setting at the lGth tee of the Park Meadows Country d u b . Formal living room with a floor to ceiling stone fireplace formal dining, three large guest suites with private sitting area. GcnenHttmaster suite with unobstructed views ofaid resorts, private south facing deck and a beautifully upgraded master bath that indudet heated floors, jelled tub and ample use of travertine, l^rgc rear deck with jetted ipa. $1385,000 RANDY SPAGNOLET TJ, • FOR MORE INFOTC phone:435-647-8096 toll-free: 888-647-80961.,• OR E-MAlliifcANDY AT L, FUN! randyspag@pureutah.com wwjjr.randysparkdty.com PriiHpntial SaddIcv Utah Real Estate Park City, Utah 84060 *cw Office ' , . ! |