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Show March 15, 1979 - The Springville Herald - Fape Three The Springville Herald (UPS 513-060) Published Weekly at Springville, Utah 84663 by Art City Publishing Co., Inc. 161 South Main Street Phone 489-5651 Martin W. Conover Publisher Oneita Sumsion Editor Margaret R. Fleenor Managing Editor Entered as second class matter at the Post Office, Springville, Utah 84663 under the act of Congress, March 3, 1897. Subscriptions in Advance per year $8.00 Per copy 20. Delivered by carrier, per month 80 Member Utah Press Association Weekly Press Association National Newspaper Association ours Don Strong reports The legislative general session is completed for this year. It always amazes me how much can be accomplished in the 60 days we have to meet in. I was quite pleased with the results of the session although there were a few disappointments. I was particularly pleased with our "Republican" tax package. The state will be returning over 70 million dollars to home owners and renters in the fall. The homeowner will receive a form with the tax notice which will serve as a type of credit against the property tax. Because of the reappraisal reap-praisal process the property tax increased to a point where it was out of line with other taxes and in my way of thinking property tax was unfair. Thus much of our ,effor u was aimed at a reduction in the property tax. We succeeded in this effort. Although we have another year in which to put a tax limitation proposed on the ballot, I was disappointed that we spent so much time and effort and could not get the required votes to place a tax limitation proposal before the voters in 1980 at the general election. However, we have another chance in the 1980 budget session to put the proposal on the ballot and I would think we will. The session was very personally satisfying to me. In fact it was the most enjoyable session I have had. I had the opportunity op-portunity to act as chairman of the appropriations ap-propriations Sub Committee Com-mittee for Public Safety and Transportion. The committee reveiwed the budget requests for the national Guard, the Department of Public Safety which includes the Highway Patrol, the council of Defense and Valley Artists Guild Members and prospective members of the Valley Artists' Guild are urged to watch this column to be reminded of ongoing activities of the newly organized art alliance, announces Rell G. Francis, president. The quarterly meetings planned for the group in April, July, October and January will be held at the Art Museum on the second Tuesday of these months. The April Guild meeting will be a Swap Meet where artists and ',, their friends can exchange ex-change art, craft or photography supplies, equipment and works of art. Currently, members are urged to be represented in the Guild's Rental-Sales Gallery (call R.W. Davidson) at the Museum, and become eligible for these activities ac-tivities by payment of the annual dues of $10 (mail check to Mrs. Gary commeet the Department of Transportation. Much of the money for the departments comes from the Federal Government and earmaked fuel taxes. The total we appropriated was over 200 million dollars. I also had the opportunity op-portunity to be on Television for a hour program with Rod Decker called Civic Dialogue. I was on the radio and in the newspaper several times. The session was a very money oriented session and behind every bill and committee meeting was the thought. "How can we cut down." I believe that the basic nature of the Legislature was very fiscally conservative. In fact it was a pretty "tight fisted" group. I believe the voters elected the people they thought would keep the State budget reasonable and if there were surpluses to return them. I believe the committees kept the Budgets as reasonable as possible and we did return 70 million dollars. The message of proposition 13 was heard by the legislature and by the State agencies. The budgets which came to the committees were already pre-trimmed and then they were trimmed again. There weren't many expansion projects approved so that those which were, we vitally needed. It is always a privilege for me to represent the District. I enjoy the Legislative process. After each session I usually make the comment to someone that "The Legislative process works better than it has a right to." I am always impressed im-pressed with those I work with in the Legislature. I will save some of the detail of what happened to future reports. Riding treasurer, 1149 East 300 North, Springville. ) Artists should be preparing new work to be shown at the annual Art City Days Exhibit at the City Hall. Paintings, sculpture, crafts, ceramics, photography can be exhibited and sold at this three-day festival on the city park in June. For more information call any of the officers listed below Rell G. ' Dresident, Francis, 489-6647; Curtis Roe Allman, pres. elect, 489-5256; Lou Jene Carter, secretary, 489-4344; 489-4344; Leta Riding treasurer, 489-7528; Ray Sanford, trustee, 489-7673; 489-7673; Calvin Jolley, trustee, 489-5944; Pat Jensen, trustee, 489-4888; Stanley Johnson, trustee, 489-5435; R.W. Davidson, chairman of rental-sales, 489-4864; Gerwin Riding, advisor, 489-5400. I must be cruel, only to be kind. Shakespeare Reading makes a full man, conference a ready man, and writing an exact man. yours Open letter Reader urges attendance at meetings We want to express our thanks to the Springville Herald for the unbiased way they have printed information concerning the recent Utah County Commission problems, and also for putting letters let-ters in from the public. In Salt Lake City charges were brought against two county commissioners for holding a secret meeting, and a letter as evidence of a power play. The S. L. County Attorney At-torney was told about it, and he looked into it, and found nothing wrong. A private, non-political, committee (called a blue ribbon committee) checked into it, and it was in the news right away. What is a blue ribbon committee anyway, and where can we get one? Two Utah County Commissioners are accused ac-cused of holding secret meetings. Are two county commissioners making the decisions now? Holding secret meetings without one of the elected officials seems pretty serious and unlawful doesn't it? Weren't charges brought against our county commissioners concerning county garbage, gar-bage, and county garbage plans dropped because of shady? transactions? Some concerned citizens tried to do something about it, and took it to court. The court found no criminal action involved, (didn't say they were innocent) NOTHING WRONG AGAIN. If left up to the courts, the truth is not liable to be known or anything done about it. There is something wrong, and as Shakespeare said, "This smells to high Heaven," and needs to be gotten to the bottom of, for once and all. If left unresolved, this will surely be our undoing. Is Utah County better at sweeping matters under the rug? In spite of all the things which have been brought out S.L.C. must be a cleaner place to live. Are S. L. people more interested in-terested in preserving their freedom? An awake and alert citizenry is needed. If-nothing If-nothing else, we aught to attend all the county commissioner meetings, and our city council, other civic meeting that we can, and -or all public meetings. Our presence is needed for-by the people government; and ' more honesty in government. We should be involved. All that is needed for wickedness to flourish is for good people to do nothing. Respectfully R. Harmison Culture, with us ends in headache. Emerson Some consider it bad luck to lend salt. President's 'voluntary' wage-price program, 'coercement' of local construction business Under the guise of a voluntary approach, President Carter ordered the government to "coerce" businesses in Utah and elsewhere to comply with his wage and price guidelines. So charge U. S. Senator Jake Gam (R-Utah) (R-Utah) and the four other Republican members of the Senate Banking Committee Com-mittee in a joint statement which will be included in a committee report on recent national economic policy hearings. "Without question, the President's program is not voluntary for everyone," the senators note, referring to Presidential Executive Order 12092, entitled "Prohibition against inflationary procurement practices." That order, according to the statement, requires contractors doing business with the U. S. government to adhere to the proposed wage and price standards with respect not only to their federal contracts "but to a vast range of the private business activities. ac-tivities. "Contractors who do not sign compliance com-pliance forms with the 'voluntary' guidelines will be excluded from doing business with the government," they note. "In our judgment, there can be no doubt that the Executive Order and Subsequent regulations seek to employ the full force of the federal government's purchasing power to impose mandatory wage and price ceilings." Noting that only Congress has authority to authorize wage and price controls, the senators charge the President's action "is an unwarranted decision, lacking in both authority and sound, equitable policy judgment." Ray Nielsen reports To The Editor: The General Session of the 43rd Utah State Legislature is now history, and the tax payer is clearly the winner. Tax and spending limitation laws were passed which are too detailed to discuss in this letter, but I will outline a few of the major points for you. The owner of every owner-occupied home will receive $100 to $400 as a tax break. The tax limitation which did pass means state spending is curtailed and will probably stay curtailed in the future. A tax and spending limitation in our State Constitution did not pass, although I strongly supported it. The subject will be studied during the interim, and we will try again next session. If tax limitation passes in next year's Budget Session, it will be placed on the ballot for a vote of the people in the November 1980 election. Farmers and ranchers especially benefited this year. A $2.5 million appropriation ap-propriation was made to the Revolving Water Construction Fund. State Sales Tax on farm equipment will be phased out. The complete elimination of the tax on animals will be placed on the ballot in the November 1980 election to be voted on by the people. Finally, the impact of future reevaluation programs in the State of Utah will be greatly reduced. A law was passed that limits property tax increase to 6 percent over the amount collected the year immediately im-mediately previous, and the law is effective 1 January 1979. This act does not apply to the local amount which goes into the State Minimum School Fund, but the State will contribute more to this fund from general taxes. This means reduced property taxes of about four mills on a local level. This law does not apply to bonded indebtedness. in-debtedness. If any person, or group, wishes to discuss the Legislative Session in greater detail, I would be happy to meet with them. Ray Nielsen, ,, Representative Utah State Legislature. ' WEST$IDf MARKET 241 South IQp West No Stamps' ( Cheaper Prices Friendly Service Hn: 7:45-10:00 weekly Closed Sundays , Mr. Paul Beali, Mgr. . 489-5411 Springville Pageant entrants announced Seventeen lovely girls have entered this year's Miss Springville Pageant. These girls are Shauna Austin, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Richard M. Austin; Christine Wilson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arnold Wilson; Corie Jones, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Jones; Ranae Robbins, daughter of Mrs. Ina M. Robbins; Mary Jane Hutchings, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Roger Hutchings; Melissa Ann Stuart, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Stuart; Susan Cram, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Koyle T. Cram; Andrea Fazzi, daughter of Mrs. Diane Fazzi,. Others 1 are- Christie Bartlett, daughter of iIr. and Mrs. Roy Bartlett; Pam Barrus, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Walter Barrus; Rachael Knight, Mapleton fire chief gives advice on burning Mapleton fire chief C. Wynn Everett says he can tell it is finally spring by the number of fire calls that firemen in Mapleton have been getting and offers some sound advice regarding springtime burning. Chief Everett says that while it is true citizens may legally burn tree clippings, clip-pings, weeds and similar items to clean their property, it is also true that when a fire is set, whether or not the person has notified the fire department, that person is responsible for what he sets on fire. He warns citizens that if they burn their own yard or the neighbor's garage, they are liable. Therefore, Chief Everett is urging those wishing to burn to follow certain steps. Photography... people's By Rell (J. Francis, To whet an appetite for photography and its potential as an art medium, everyone should nave seen recent exhibit of color prints of Panama City and primitive native life by Daniel Braithwaite at the Springville Museum of Art. The large painting-like color photographs were actually ac-tually made from 35mm . slides which commercial printers prepared for the artist. , iiuoonnnnnnnnnonononnoonnnnnnnffftrffTiniTe CLEARANCE ALL MUST GO 2 FULL tables '2 price yardage as low as 65 Down filled kits -r- coats and vests .. i ' i : i i f i 40 As low The line between voluntary and mandatory man-datory controls is difficult to draw, they note, and the President must consult with Congress and seek legislative authority "for whatever actions. . .which would act as mandatory impositions on the private sector. "If the Executive enacts rules in areas which are solely the prerogative of Congress, what is to prevent further erosion of Congressional authority? And despite protestations to the contrary, how are we to be assured that the President will not attempt to impose wage and price controls without seeking Congressional approval through legislative authority," they say. Voicing a "firmly" shared commitment to slow down inflation, the senators have "grave misgivings about any economic policy which enacts mandatory controls. "Those controls have proved ineffective in the past and have merely served to delay the adverse impacts of inflation. We believe that firm action to control monetary policy and spending in the federal sector, rather than the private sector, is the key to slowing down the rampant inflation which has so plagued this nation." The senators voice the hope that the President's new budget will be within his proposed voluntary guidelines, resulting in a deficit "well under the $30 billion" goal. "Unless the federal government leads the country in such sacrifices," they continue, "it is difficult to believe that the private sector would participate in a meaningful way." This fact can give encouragement to anyone who expresses his ideas with the camera. No longer should that favorite slide or snapshot be hidden away in a drawer. It can be enlarged, tastefully framed and displayed. Undoubtedly, many of you, like this writer, have recently taken dozens of pictures of deer in our back yards. Collectively,, these pictures could reveal much, about the habits of the deer (for off as $9.00 Grannies fabrics 278 South Main daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jo Knight; Sherry Simms, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jerald Thompson; Rebecca Ostler, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Ostler; Mari Hopkinson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gary Hopkinson; Kerrie Hatfield, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Doyle Hatfield; Lezlee Law, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Delmont Law; and Karri Jacobs, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ken Jacobs. These 17 lovely girls will compete in the Miss Springville Pageant to be held April 20 at the Springville High School under the sponsorship of Alpha Theta. They will compete for scholarships being offered this year. They will be judged in interview, evening gown, swim suit, and talent divisions. 1. Notify the fire department. The fire department will then tell you if it is too windy or if the department is on call and it would be bad timing to burn. 2. Caution your neighbors, or burn jointly. 3. Have a fire perimeter around what you burn. 4. Have the garden hose hooked up and ready to use. 5. Don't burn when you are alone. 6. Bum only when you have plenty of time. If you try to burn too much too fast, it will get out of control. Chief Everett also would like to remind everyone to check their household smoke detectors, replace the batteries once a year, and have a fire drill in their home. art scientific study) and provide enjoyment to those who admire the beauty of these animals. ane (7 and wld cnett and cfiav-m I : , vrti mi 11.it XI firttHth'Hrtt f Cwbuul Kdckm I III I . t K'K lint it makes cents By Vi Judge Dear Vi: My husband is an invalid, so it's up to me to do almost everything about the house. When the faucet leaks, I shut off the water supply, remove the entire assembly, and head for a do-it-yourself plumbing place. While I wait, they ream out the washer seat ( if this is needed ) and put in new washers that fit. I then take it home, replace it (make sure it's properly seated) and gloat over the money I've saved by not calling a plumber. You need a pair of split joint pliers for the job, but that doesn't cost much. Why not replace the washers myself? Well, that seldom works for me. Usually the faucet still leaks a bit or has to be turned hard to shut off completely, or it'll leak again after a few weeks. Of course, if you can do it satisfactorily yourself, that's great. Mrs. O. H. D.. Salt Lake City Dear Readers: Sometimes a woman who is suddenly sud-denly single (widowed or divorced) finds it difficult to get credit, especially for large purchases, such as a house or car. This is not so much discrimination as the fact that few women take the trouble to get their credit established, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Anyone who has not previously had credit gets the same treatment. If this happens to you, immediately get joint accounts ac-counts transferred to your own name and ask that your name be on all charge records you've had with your husband. The best way is to plan ahead, however. In other words, establish your credit before the need arises. Using as collateral savings or some other asset you own) borrow several hundred dollars for a short period, say sixty days. Repay the loan a week or so ahead of time. Usually, you can then successfully apply for credit cards from local merchants, oil companies, etc., in your own name, using the bank where you had the loan as a reference. Gradually, as you use your credit, it will become well established-provided established-provided you guard it well by paying promptly. This is also good advice for newlyweds or singles just getting established. Good credit is an important asset in today's economy. With love, Vi Dear Vi: When scissors seem dull, it may be that there's some dirt or film of some kind on the blades. Cut through fine sandpaper several times and see how much better they cut. While you're at it, sew through the sandpaper to sharpen up the sewing machine needle. When hand sewing, should the needle be difficult to push through, especially on stiff fabrics, thrust it into a bar of soap. This lubricates it, making it go through the material. Dora Kindly, Twin Falls, Idaho Dear Vi: When my blender blades froze, my husband poured boiling water into the container and let it stand awhile. Soon it was working again. He then scolded me a bit and told me to always take it apart when washing it and this wouldn't happen again. There's so much for us new brides to learn about homemaking. That's why I read your column faithfully. faith-fully. Your friend, Jeanie I have no worries about you becoming a great homemaker, Jeanie, dear. Any woman can if she really wants to, as you do. Don't feel bad about not knowing everything at first. None of us did. We just learn as we go. With Easter near, let's start saving egg shells for decorations. Whenever you make a cake, muffins, scrambled eggs, or whatever, take time to blow out the egg. Just make a small hole in each end of the shell and blow until the contents come out. Store the empties in egg cartons until you're ready to dye or paint them. Have you ever made an Easter egg tree for a centerpiece? Find a nicely-shaped bare branch. Spray it white if desired. Attach it to a base (a board, or plaster of paris in a container) Hang your decorated shells on it by threads glued on. The more the prettier. Thought for the day: The greatest work you will do, while on this earth, will be within the walls of your own home. --Harold B. Lee Readers: This feature is your feature. Share your ideas and help others. Address: IT MAKES CENTS, c-o this newspaper. $2.00 paid for each reader contribution con-tribution used here. Currently there is a need for pictures of early landmarks and homes, and always there is value in recording our town, its activities, and buildings.' New buildings are going up. Old favorite buildings are being torn down. Why not invest in a roll of film and record some of these interesting landmarks? Persons interested in photography are urged to organize a camera club, take a class or become a member of the Valley Artist's Guild (see other mwfed wiM of? how com lined mt'M Jcuh fievtonalifif . article in this column). Join the fun and express yourself with photography-the people's art. Temperature control is the most important item to remember in meat cookery, according to USDA home economists. Heat causes loss of moisture, fat and other substances during cooking. 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