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Show Page HILL TOP TIMES 28 August 26, 1977 Hispanic Heritage More and more Americans are being lured from their automobiles thing by the hottest on two wheels CASIMIRO BARELA (b. 1847, Embudo, N.M.-- d. the motorized pedal bicycle. 1920, About 70,000 mopeds short for motor pedal were sold in the United States in 1976, and sales this year may reach miles to the gallon of gas, the moped leaves economy cars at the gas pump. And mopeds cost 100,000 to 200,000. At 200 only $300 to $500. Colorado's Known as "perpetual senator," Barela served as state senator from Las Animas County for 44 years. A Bike? A 2toroifde? res Mo, He helped organize two Colorado and was appointed Las Animas County assessor in 1870. really caught on, says the But the one- - or two-horsepow- er engine moped has not attracted cyclists seeking fast starts and high speeds. At a top speed of about 30 miles an hour, the moped can't always keep up with a 10-spe- ed bike. However the moped operator, who has no gears to shift and only has to pedal on steep hills, perspires a lot less than the bicyclist. Longtime energy saver Mopeds aren't all that newfangled. Europeans have found them the way to go since d War II days, when post-Worl- -- thirds of the counties of The vehicle, usually used for commuting or errands, has National Geographic Society. Trindad, Colo.) From to 1874 he his county in the represented territorial legislature. When Colorado was admitted to the Union, Barela was elected to the state senate and remained there until 1914. Barela was a member of the constitutional convention of 1875 and a delegate from Colorado to the fuel and cars were scarce. Capitalizing on America's energy crisis, European manufacturers began in 1975 to pour thousands of dollars into moped promotions in the' United States. Thirty European companies and one U.S. firm now market mopeds in this country, and sales double every month. the past two years, moped legislation has moved through 26 States and the of Columbia. District Redefined in most States as a bicycle, the moped has been exempted from equipment In October deadline for freedom notes Individuals on active duty or serving in the reserve components are reminded that they have until Oct. 1 to submit letters for the 1977 Freedoms Foundation. Statements should be on the theme "My Responsibilities in Keeping My Country Free," in the 29th annual awards program of the foundation. Entries, 100 to 500 words in length, are to be forwarded to the Awards Administration, Freedoms Foundation, Valley Forge, Pa., 19481. The subject matter used by entrants should relate to one or more points of the American Credo or the general philosophy it embodies. All entries from the Armed , Forces are in a separate National Democratic and insurance laws governing motorcycles. Most States, however, have set a minimum age for operators, and many require the operator to have a driver's permit. mopeds are very similar to those of motorcycle riders," a Federal highway official said. The agency is studying States' laws and accident statistics to determine whether new Federal Redefining the moped began Safety Ad- ministration. Recognizing the low speed and light weight of the vehicle, the agency relaxed safety standards, but the moped continues to perplex the agency. L.f vri m nencinKi I Additional information is available from the Motorized m X 1001 Bicycle Association, Top awards are presented each Feb. 22 at Valley Forge. Classified Advertising 5 40 Words or Less for 2. 00 for odd M.00 HILL TOP TIMES classified 'or same advertisement HUB to appear in at Defense Depot Ogden i we do not bill classified advertisements CASH-CHECK-- or MONEY ORDER MUST 1 PRINT BE He was unanimously elected president pro tern of the Colorado senate in 1894. The only Hispanic member of the Colorado senate, Barela exercised great influence over his state. years, and for two years for Costa Barela Rica, Colorado at the represented inauguration of President Bicycle Association says that when traffic laws are observed, mopeds are safe in the United States, too. "What bothers us is that deaths and injuries related to Con- vention in Cincinnati in 1880 and in St. Louis in 1888. Consul for Mexico for six The safety record of the moped in Europe has been good, and the U.S. Motorized in 1974 with the National High- way Traffic new monthly magazine, MoPeds, but they had better set aside 60 cents for a fill up. (AFPS) are guidelines needed. Some safety concerns Connecticut Avenue, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20036. Enthusiasts can also buy a - government competition called "Valley Forge Patriots Awards" and must include name, rank, service number, service designation, military address and permanent home address. Principal recipients will receive the coveted, encased George Washington Honor Medal and a $100 U.S. Savings Bond, with other recipients receiving savings bonds, medals and certificates. Senior ROTC members (college) compete in the Valley Forge Patriots Award contest along with members of the Reserve establishment and the Reserve components. Junior ROTC members (high school) are also eligible to compete, and JROTC members now follow the same guidelines as active and Reserve members, and they receive the same awards. The Freedoms Foundation presents its principal awards each year on George Washington's Birthday in high level ceremonies at Valley Forge. The foundation has as one of its basic goals "... to contribute to the development of responsible citizens and the practice of responsible citizenship, and to make Americans proud of America." Its intent in sponsoring the contest is to ". . . search for worthy efforts which strengthen an understanding of freedom and the fundamentals of a free society." The Freedoms Foundation Awards include many categories, with awards going to individuals, schools, organizations and corporations that advance the concept of American freedom. This includes every American citizen and also embraces newspaper stories and cartoons from leading print media and radio and TV programs from top American broadcast stations and networks. The program uses a national awards jury composed of state supreme court justices and national officers of patriotic, civic, veterans and service organizations. Jurors vote independently, but combined scores, audited by a professional auditing firm, determine the awardees. Judging takes place Thanksgiving week. 1871 MAILED WITH COPY LEGIBLY Alvaro Obregon of Mexico in 1920. Upon his return from Mexico that year, Barela died X suddenly of illness. Ogden ALC buys bombs Twenty-fiv- e pound practice bombs are being bought for $3.5 million from VERCO Industries of Santa Ana, Calif. Ogden Air Logistics Center (ALC) at Hill AFB bought the bombs to be used at several bases in the Air Force. The bombs will be used for practice in pilot crew proficiency training and also for foreign military sales. Ogden ALC, the munitions manager for the Air Force, made the contract with VERCO. The firm offered the lowest negotiated competitive bid. The contracting officer is Ray A. Trewet. (LOGNEWS) Look at your attitude toward aging. ENCLOSE ADDITIONAL MAIL TO $ooo in CASH-CHECK-- or for each run In the MONEYORDER HILL TOP TIMES '1.00 for each run In HUB -- DDO HILL TOP TIMES P.O. 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