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Show Utih State Ycss 'son. Post Office Box 1327 S?lt Lnko City, fltah Francis "Tats" Anderson Retires From Fire Dept. Francis "Tats" Anderson recently retired from the Am. Fork Volunteer Fire Department Depart-ment after serving with the department for 35 years. For the last twelve years Mr. Anderson An-derson has been the fire chief. Before becoming chief, he served in all of the posts of the fireman's organization except that of secretary. During his years of leadership, leader-ship, Mr. Anderson built up both manpower and equipment providing regular training sessions ses-sions for all members and increasing in-creasing and updating fire fighting equipment. He worked faithfully as fire chief to maintain the low fire rates which are a benefit to the entire community. Insurance rates for individual homes and for businesses are based on the pumping ability, water availability availa-bility and department manpower man-power of the communities fire department. He has kept American Amer-ican Fork City with a rating that is among the lowest in the area. Mr. Anderson was instrumental instrumen-tal in standardizing water fittings fit-tings on all city hydrants and on all city fire trucks to the national standard size. This insures in-sures that our equipment is interchangeable with the fire-fighting fire-fighting equipment of neighboring neighbor-ing communities who participate partici-pate in a mutual aid system for the benefit of all the cities in the area. Mr. Anderson cited good planning and wise engineering as accomplishments of the city in providing large water mains to assure sufficient pressure for most fires. He noted that both fire trucks now in use are adaptable for pumping water from hydrants through the fire engine to increase pressure to 300 lbs. if necessary to put out a big fire. A highlight in "Tats" fire chief career was in 1962 when he flew to New York City and picked up a new American La France fire truck and drove it tuck to Utah. LeRoy Griffin accompanied him and they enjoyed en-joyed site-seeing on the return trip. Mr. Anderson recommended the purchase of the latest addition addi-tion to our cities fire department depart-ment in 1970 which was an American La France Detroit deisel, the second one of its -' kind hi the state of Utah.- He notes that the two trucks now in use can pump 1,200 and 1,500 gals, per minute and maintain 100 lbs. of pressure directly from city water lines. Another progressive addition to the department under the direction of Chief Anderson was the installation of a command com-mand telephone system which provides all volunteer members memb-ers of the department with an instant alert by telephone whenever a call is received by the fire-phone activator system. Along with his city fire department duties, Mr. Anderson Ander-son worked at the Geneva Steel Plant in the Plant Protection A special invitation is extended extend-ed to all American Fork artists to exhibit their works at the American Fork Steel Days Celebration which will be held July 8th, 9th, and 10th. Entries are to be at the new Public Safety Building, 93 North Center Street, on Friday, July 2, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 10:00 p.m. All paintings must be framed and have eye screws and picture ART SHOW COMMITTEE PLANS EXHIBIT FOR STEEL DAYS - Vernon ond Jane Bush. Coral H.cks, Nina Schumann, Ida Wagstaff, Mildred Crofts, bock row with Joyce Mitchell. Randy Blackburn and Betty liston, seated I. to r. V THURSDAY.:,,, . -f ' :HW4 IrSt-l D Coram"'"' P Department as a guard and as Captain of the Fire Department Depart-ment for 33 years retiring l'i years ago. He reports that his family experienced many interrupted meals as well as many nights of disrupted sleep during his 35 years with the department. His wife, Ramona, was instructed on many occasions by "Tats" to "put my dinner in the oven" until he returned from the fire. His three children, Marian, Philip and Steven were all trained to answer the fire phone and they are proud of the service their father gave to the community. Mr. Anderson notes that he comes by his devotion to the volunteer fire department as part of a family legacy. His father, Lorenzo, and his uncles, Warren and Stephen, were members of one of the first volunteer units in the community. commun-ity. He noted that their ability as foot racers was of merit as those early fire fighters had to run beside a "running" cart that carried all of the hoses and equipment to the fire. Edward Anderson is the latest Anderson to join the department to keep up the Anderson tradition. Since "Tats" retirement, he and Ramona are able to spend more time with their children and grandchildren. Marion Bradley lives in Orem with her husband, Robert, and their three children. Philip and his wife Sally live in Vancouver, Washington and Steven is in Tarzana, California. . "Tats", also is finding more time to go snowmobiling, ride his horses and enjoy their home in Tibbie Fork Canyon. He is currently a teacher in the High Priests Quorum in the 15th Ward in the American Fork North Stake. He and his wife also enjoy attending the temple whenever possible. Mr. Anderson received the Community Service Award which was presented to him by the American Fork City Council Coun-cil and Mayor Malcolm Beck upon his retirement. The council coun-cil and the mayor expressed their thanks and appreciation to Chief Anderson for the many years of service that he has rendered to the citizens of the community. frame wire ready to hang. All drawings, pastels, charcoal and watercolors must be matted and framed. All entires must be titled. Artists may submit three entries en-tries subject to acceptance by a jury. One dollar per entry will be charged. Ribbons and cash awards will be given in professional, profes-sional, amateur and junior divisions. divi-sions. The junior division includes in-cludes artists 14 years of age 5rr".l Plans for American Fork's Steel Days celebration are fast approaching finalization as the week of July 5-10 nears. Councilman Coun-cilman Evan Brady, the chairman chair-man of the Steel Days activities activi-ties for this year, reported that the committee has activities planned for the week long celebration. cele-bration. "The celebration will be every bit as good as it was last year, and probably better," commented Mr. Brady. The committee has planned many of the usual events that have been held in past years including a parade which will take place at 10 a.m., Saturday, July 10. The parade will move east on Main Street from the highway interchange to 500 East. The "City of Fun" carnival will also be on hand Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The carnival car-nival will be located at Robinson Robin-son Park. Steel Days will feature 4-H exhibits, also, from Thursday Glen Anderson Director of Bankers Assn. (Special to the Citizen) Word was received from Sun Valley, Idaho that Glen T. Anderson, An-derson, president of the Bank of American Fork was elected to serve a one year term on the Board of Directors of the Utah Bankers Association, for the 1976-77 fiscal year. Mr. Anderson was elected to this post at the Utah Bankers Associations annual convention. conven-tion. He will be one of three board members. Approximately 700 association associa-tion members and their families fami-lies are in Sun Valley for the four day convention it was reported. and younger. There will be a separate division for sculpture and photography this year. Entries En-tries will be judged on originality origina-lity and artistic merit. The art works will be exhibited exhibit-ed in the large room upstairs in the southwest corner of the Public Safety Building. No entries en-tries may be removed during the exhibit. The entries may be picked up after the close of the exhibit on July 12th from 10:00 :Vh --' - 73 1.. 1.. o s Q A fti-i a: i-. through Saturday. Viewing of the exhibts will be done from 2 p.m. to 9, Thursday, at the Greenwood Elementary School, from 10 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., Friday, and from 12 noon to 4 p.m. Saturday. The 4-H exhibitors will also have a special demonstration at 2 p.m. Friday and a fashion show at 8 p.m. the same day. The committee has arranged for the art display to be open for public viewing throughout the celebration week at the Public Safety Building. Judging of the entries will take place on Monday, July 5. Many athletic events will be interspersed throughout the week. A softball tournament is planned for the entire week. Teams invited from throughout the area will vie with American Fork teams for top honors at the new softball complex north of the old junior high schoool. Para de E ntry Deadline ' ' Deadline for entries in the annual Steel Days parade is nearing according to Jerry Seals, chairman of the parade committee. Mr. Seals said committee members will meet on Tuesday, Tues-day, June 29, to finalize parade plans and assign entry numbers. numb-ers. Businesses, clubs, and individuals indivi-duals who wish to participate in the parade are asked to contact Mr. Seals prior to Tuesday to let the committee know of their interest. He may be contacted at75&M)4. The mammoth parade will be held on Saturday, July 10. a.m. until 8:00 p.m. Entries will not be insured but every precaution will be taken for the protection of each entry. The exhibit is under the direction dir-ection of the American Fork Art Board.. Board members include: in-clude: Randy Blackburn. Coral Hicks, Vernon Bush, Carol Harding, Ida Wagstaff. Joyce Mitchell. Nina Schumann. Ver-laine Ver-laine Allen, Jane Bush, Martha Harding, Betty l.iston, Mildred Crotts. Klea Ernst, Mark Sykes, and Shirley Shun A Helping of Happiness American Fork is the kind of All-American town that made all America great. From the natural wonder of the Timpanogos Caves to the natural beauty of the surrounding Wasatch Mountains reflected reflect-ed in the waters of Utah Lake, we are surrounded by the kind of scenery that makes you glad to be alive. With the good life we have to offer, it's no wonder we have attracted so many good people. In keeping with that growth we've developed a downtown shopping area that can serve their every need. And which, in turn, provides sponsorship of many of our sporting events and civic activities, as well as the tax base that supports essential governmental services. To keep American Fork growing strong, we urge you to patronize your home town merchants. You'll find their selections large, their prices competitive, and their service the friendliest around. Be A Good Neighbor. Shop American Fork! ! An invitational swimming meet will be held on Thursday at the outdoor swimming pool. Teams throughout the valley have been invited to participate partici-pate in the meet. Horse races will take place Friday and Saturday at 5 p.m. each day at the American Fork race track located adjacent to the Tri-City Golf Course. Trials for the. boat races will be held at noon Saturday at the American Ameri-can Fork boat harbor. The races will be held on Saturday only. Competitors in the state-approved state-approved horseshoe tournament tourna-ment will be seen at the Robinson Robin-son Park horseshoe pits Thurs Governor to be Feted at Pageant Reception June 30 Governor and Mrs. Calvin L. Rampton will be honored at a reception prior to the performance perfor-mance of the June 30 production produc-tion of Utah Pageant of the Arts at American Fork High School. An informal reception will be ihpsted by Mr, and Mrs. Way I- . 1 ' 1 1 - w; Tonight at 6:00 p.m. the Lehi Roundup stock parade featuring featur-ing some of the finest horseflesh horse-flesh in the west will kick-off the opening night of the famed Lehi Rodeo. The rodeo will begin at 8:00 p.m. with the grand entry complete with a spectacular salute to the Bicentennial. Bicen-tennial. The first performance of Lehi's original miniature parade par-ade will be Friday beginning at 6:00 p.m. at Wines Park. In this first run of the parade all the queens floats from all over the state will be on hand. The second big night of rodeo will begin at 8:00 p.m. with a full evening of fun and family enjoyment en-joyment for all. A delightful day from daylight day-light to dark is the fare for Saturday, the final day of Roundup week in Lehi. The Silver Band will be the eye-opener eye-opener seranading the sleeping town at 6:00 a.m. alerting everyone ever-yone to get up and attend the Lehi Auxiliiary Policemen's Western Breakfast at Wines The annual Steel Days Race Meet will be on July 9th and 10th. don't miss it! day through Saturday. Interested Interest-ed participants can receive more information from chairman chair-man Alma Madsen. The Utah Power and Light Auditorium will be the site of the annual chess tournament. Entrants will register between 5:30 p.m. and 6 on July 9, before play begins between 6 and 9 that evening. Competitors Competi-tors will register in one of three divisions. ' A variety show that Mr. Brady calls "good family entertainment" enter-tainment" will be presented on Saturday at 8:30 p.m. at the high school football field. The show will include a display of fireworks. Winters and the Mayor and Mrs. Malcolm H. Beck, with all pageant patrons invited to greet the governor and first lady of Utah between 7:30 and 8:00 p.m. The Governor and Mrs J8.amptcOve,,beejMaunch Park from 6:00 a.m. until 10 a.m. Delicious pancakes, ham and eggs and all the breakfast favorites will be served by congenial, con-genial, friendly police personnel. person-nel. Everyone is welcome. At 10:00 a.m. a jackpot roping rop-ing contest will take place at the rodeo grounds. At 6:00 p.m. Saturday evening even-ing the second performance of the miniature parade will begin again at Wines Park. The final night of rodeo excitement will begin at 8:00 p.m., climaxing a week of excitement and fun packed entertainment. Be sure to come plenty early to get your seats at the rodeo as there have been many disappointed disap-pointed late comers turned away for the past several years. The arena fills up fast after the parade each night. ARNOLD FRIBERG, internationolly known artist, signs prints of his famous pointing. "The Prayer at Valley Forge," at the Utah Pageant of the Arts art exhibit. A number of prints were sold as oudienca members expressed their pleasure at having the opportunity to purchase prints of the closing number in the Utah Pageant of the Arts. YOUTH EMPLOYMENT - Kenneth Williams and Bryan Dur-rant Dur-rant of the Eighteenth Ward dig weeds in local flower garden to help earn cash as part of Eighteenth Ward youth program. Youth Employment Available to Teenagers from the I8th Ward are searching for work . . . and hope you will help them to find it. The group, under the direction direc-tion of George Fannin of the 18th Ward Bishopric, have organized or-ganized a work bureau and supporters of the pageant, attending at-tending each year of the performances perfor-mances since the production was premiered in 1973. They and their party will be special guests of the board of directors of the American Fork Cultural Developemnt Cimmit- .t.At,tlMg?ABLiv.as- coming 10 wuuam m. fierce, chairman. The committee and American Ameri-can Fork City are co-sponsors of the Utah Pageant of the Arts. Utah Artist Pageant Exhibi Utah artist Arnold Friberg was at the Utah Pageant of the Arts production and art exhibit Friday and Saturday nights, June 18 and 19. The internationally known artist autographed prints of his "The Prayer at Valley Forge," which is the closing number in the 1976 Utah Pageant of the Arts. Painted by Mr. Friberg to impress children, "The Prayer at Valley Forge" painting captures cap-tures the spirit of the bleak winter of 1777-78 and pays tribute to a tall, dedicated man, George Washington, who alone held the struggling nation together. It is Mr. Friberg's minutely accurate attention to detail -'X.-,-., . - K ' 7 J ftesiden have made themselves available availa-ble to do babysitting, yard-work, yard-work, painting, house cleaning, window washing pet sitting, pet bathing, car washing or "almost "al-most anything as long as it is legal and within reason." Mrs. Jim Chesnut is serving as co-ordinator for the program and information or appointments appoint-ments can be made by contacting contact-ing her at 756-4996. "Give us a chance to help you ... . while helping ourselves," the group asks. There are about 50 youths in the ward between 12 and 18 years of age, Mr. Fannin said. Budget Hearing A budget hearing will be held Tuesday, June 29 at 7:30 p.m. in American Fork City HalW It will bo part of the regular City Council meeting. Residents Resi-dents are invited to be present. Visits that makes the painting contemporary con-temporary history. The figure of George Washington is caught in a cathedral like atmosphere in the light that flows through the painting. Those who have seen the painting at the art exhibit and the reproduction at the pageant say it fills you with the spirit of Valley Forge, of the suffering, devotion and pain, of liberty and the hand of God in the affairs of men. The art exhibit is drawing crowds, as is the pageant, with many sell-out nights expected before the curtain closes on the 1976 production on July 10. Good seats are still available for some performances. Please call 756-3541 for ticket information. |