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Show November HILL TOP TIMES 22 Page 11, 1977 Clear windows, reduced speed, proper lookout cut down accidents By Glendon W. The first winter driving habit most vehicle operators Peysar Hazards must be seen to be put into practice is scraping frost from the windows. avoided. This also means that vehicle windows and mirrors must be clear so the driver has visibility. all-arou- As early morning tem- inbecome peratures frost colder, creasingly freezes harder, faster and thicker. Then the task nd requires more and more effort to keep the windows cleared. It is not only the safe way to operate a vehicle, it's the legal way. A cold vehicle on a cold Snow, ice, frost or dirt and oftentimes a combination of two or more of these ingredients will accumulate on vehicle windows and mirrors. Both must be removed before the vehicle can legally be operated. Scraping windows morning may frost over almost immediately when put into motion, thus obstructing the driver's view. Pulling to the side of the the road and rescraping is again required, unless the driver has allowed the vehicle to warm up before windows continuing the trip. Even with energy con- don't adequately adjust speed to compensate for adverse conditions. tormation are the news media, base weather station or the Utah Highway Patrol. Plan trips After the check, evaluate the road conditions with the planned route and then always be ready to change it if conditions require. servation, on any very cold morning, the best habit is to adequately warm the vehicle to prevent refrosting fogging of windows. or children on Remember, their way to school early in the morning during cold winter months are extremely hard to d see through a frost-covere- window. Reduce speed Snow or The habit of trip planning during winter months will help reduce a driver's chances of becoming involved in an accident. weather conditions well and in advance frequently during any trip. Check Some sources for this Ths mDuls6 - r I I J1 V- -- i l iK Free Gift with Purchase 10 ) V I J 20 rw if f" v ) fiz' ( j'vx W VV 1300 - Proper lookout practicing maintaining a safe distance from others, chances of being involved in driving accidents during the winter months can be reduced Another good habit to get into is watching out for the other driver. Watching all other drivers, those in front, io each side and - - . : ' V ' I i a sm IT ) To Leave The Impulse Without Something Impressive.) , V--- i t (member It's Impossible - V,,. ) Mens & Worn ens Fashions R7Hn UU Qn 07 By drivers knowing their own vehicle, road conditions, positions of other vehicles and VISITING ATC PILOTS -- Lt. Col. Sam Morgan (second from right), commander, 34th Tactical Fighter Squadron (TFS), 388th TFW and Capt. Joe Padilla (I), also of the 34th TFS, brief visiting Air Training Command (ATC) instructor pilots on tne mission of a fighter squadron. The pilots visited the 34th last month to view operations of the 388th wing and become familiar with its mission and aircraft. (U.S. Air Force Photo) 30 - WylThe Impulse f- vehicles slipping and sliding around can alert a driver to expect them to do almost anything because their operators have already "lost control." ed OFF ALL Fashions in Shop l ) - ! seeing Actually roads drivers to reduce their require speed. The high frequency of accidents each time these adverse road conditions exist clearly say that many drivers ice-cover- ' S in- - behind, will reduce chances of being involved in an accident. J or&ensen pnv. BOOK & GIFT SHOP TTrmih Iiituod Bnfit 1M vvrn Insurance Agencj 1885 W. 5075 S. HOURS: 10-- MON.thru 6 ROY SAT. PAPERBACK REFERENCE SET Complete Set Only Wishes To Announce The NEW LOCATION LIBRARY Hr. $8-- 5 i Of Their Office At 2583 Ogden Avenue Ogden, Utah 84401 O All O ' -- r-tS- 4 i MH : a a Typos of Insurance - , a a a I i t 1 : Monthly Budget Terms Available a a a a a a a a a a a Teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith Discourses of Brigham Young Gospel Doctrine Jesus The Christ 399-334- 9 a a a a a a a a I 1 621-696- 1 a a a aaa Articles of Faith Doctrines of Salvation, Vols. The Miracle of Forgiveness I, II and Never before have such outstanding titles been offered in such a convenient torm and at such a low. low price This attractive, boxed set belongs in your library it will help you add depth to your teaching assignments Pick and leadership responsibilities up your Paperback Reference Set today What could be more appreciated .V 1 And while you re doing it pick up extra sets as gifts III a a a a a a a a a |