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Show Press Time City Council Meeting; By George A week before last Sunday afternoon we had occassion to go to Parowan to see some folks and, when they weren't home when we arrived, we decided to take a ride up Parowan. Canyon to Cedar Breaks and then come back later. We had a very nice ride and saw some real fine scenery and did enjoy the road which is oiled all the way except for four miles on top which is in the process of being oiled now. One thing that did surprise me though, was the lack of traffic. It must have been close to five in the afternoon when we left Parowan and almost nine when we got down. During that time we only met four cars. I know there must be a lot more traffic on that road as an average than there wag that afternoon, but thats what happened on that ride. I couldn't help but compare that road, and the amount of trafic on it, with the road up Beaver Canyon, and the amount of traffic you meet there on a Sunday afternoon and evening. Last time I went to Ponderosa Camp Grounds, which was the previous Sunday, we didn't try to keep any count of the cars but there was never a time that we were alone on the road. After dinner, we went a little further up the canyon to find the boys who were fishing, and we had trouble getting turned around because of the number of cars going both ways on the road. This.of course, was on the oiled part of the road, but it must be almost that heavy on the fine State Highway above. What I'd like to know is, how do we go about getting the State Department' of Highways, and in the case of the road 'up Beaver Canyon, Cow Trails, to come and take a look at this 'Wonder Road.' It makes you wonder how any road could be so lousy, and do anymore than say "tch tch, we'll have to do something about this". " They have been "tch and also saying that something should ought to be did on that trail for years and so far all that is being done is it is being oiled in spots by the oil lost from motors and transmisions as the rocks tear holes in them. If you think this is not so, ask Gene Mayer, he lost the oil from his transmission last Sunday when he foolishly tried to go to Puffer Lake for an afternoon of fishing. (He says it wauld have been worse, but there was a tourist stuck in the bottom of the hole and by top of the car, he only went down a few feet.) Commissoner Lee thinks we should ask the Director of the State Roads and a representative of the Forest Service to come down and make a trip up the canyon and try to come to some sort of agreement and get some work started on it. I have heard others say we should send a delegation to Salt Lake to live at the State Road offices' until they agree to give this road the consideration it deserves, still others think we should declare 'open season' on officials of the State Road and Forest Service until there aren't any bucks left to pass. Any of these suggestions have merit and, if they would result in getting that path fixed, even the last one, although a bit drastic, might be justified. I believe however, that some action is called for and will have to be taken before any work, other than the token, annual of the rocks will be s, tch-ing- te done. The economic importance of that road to this community and county cannot be overstated. I have in the office a beautiful picture of the summer and winter reacreation area which is being built at Park City. Much of the cost of that area is to be paid for through the federal government in the form of a loan through the Area RedeA velopment Administration. similar recreation plant could be built and operated in Beaver canyon which would be very accessible to the people from Las VeRas and Southern California. There is no use even to consider such a plan though as long as the road retains its present Class-s'atus. This means that, as long as that Class-rating is on the road, nothing wilt ever be done on it. As long as it remains a trail, all the thousands of dollars which have been spent under the Accelerated Public Works program during the last year to build campgrounds and picknic areas is wasted or, at least, far fewer people than should will be able to use the facilities. For the present, until someone gets the right feller in his sights, how about assembling some facts on the damage that this area is suffering bccau.se B B Eleven citations have been issued to residents of the city who have failed to buy their television licenses for 1962. It appears that the cooperation of the city residents (with the help of storms) has been a real help in releiving the lack of pressure in the city's culinary water system. Most areas of the city have shown an increase of ten pounds or more during the day, with some of the critical areas, such as the creamery, showing an increase of as much as 20 pounds pressure. While the storms have been a great factor in this, the City Council expressed appreciation for the cooperation of the peo- pie and also the hope that we will continue to restrict our use of culinary water for irrigation purposes to that time before 9 a.m. and after 8 p.m. daily. Mr. L. E. Wiscomb, the engineer who advises the city on matters pertaining to their electrical system presented graphs of the city's power needs from 1930 to the present and the estimated loads they can expect for the near future and an utline of what will need to be done on the system to be ready to fill its needs. He recommended the construe tion of a new power line from the lower plant to the substation and pointed out that good practice calls for a line loss not to exceed 5 with the loss on the present line running as high as 18 percent. He recommended that this work be scheduled for winter or some other time when the city employees were available and completly built before being connected. Also, it will be necessary to do some work on the city's substations and feeder lines in order to stay abreast of the demand for power. He also recommended putting demand meters on most industrial users. He pointed out that the city must pay for the power on a demand basis and they therefore must also sell it on the same basis. The city is to start to the power around the Belknap School Grounds on Tuesday. The Council moved to accept the water for the golf course from Arnold Low, Clyde and Karl Ward and Bryant Low. They also expressed their appreciation for this generous help from these men in helping to save the golf course grass. It was reported that there are an average pf 130 visitora a day who use the city park and the DUP home. The general reaction of these people is very favorable with many expressing appreciation for the tables and grass etc. Anyone who has relics or artifacts of pioneer days who would care to allow them to be used to add to the museum is urged to contact members of the council. A mill levy of 20 mills was adopted for the coming year. Of this amount, 2 mills is to be used for retirement of swimming pool bonds and 18 mills to defray the cost of city " te Single Copy 10c $3.00 a Year in Beaver County, Other, $4.00 BEAVER, Sheriff's Dept. Runs Residents Donate Out of ExpenseMoney Water for Golf Course Meeting At the regular meeting of the Beaver County Commissioners held at the county court house on Monday, August 5, 1963, it was found that Sheriff Gillies has used up all of the $600 of expense money which had been set up for his department for the present year. The present County Commission had increased the money for the sheriff department over what it had been in past years. Part of that increase was a $15 per month; they also spent about $1300 for radio equipment which was needed; also some increase has been made in the amount of expense money for that department; for these reasons, it came as somewhat of a surprise when the Commissioners found that they were going to have to find more money for expenses. Sheriff Gillies itemized his mileage for last week which is: 2 trips to North Creek 24 mi. a trip to Wildcat 22 mi. 2 trips to the west fields 16 mi. Kents Lake twice 56 mi Cove Fort 50 mi. Minersville trip 40 mi. Normal Beaver Miles 100 mi. Milford trip 70 mi. Total for week 378 mi. at 7c per mile $26.46 For the entire month of July he traveled 1325 miles while in the performance of his official duties which, at 7c per mile is $92.75. From this it is plain to see that he cannot do his job on $600 per year. The Commissioners arranged to add $500 to his expense money to cover his needs for the remainder of the year. They also expressed concern that he might be trying to do work that should be done by his deputies. While it is right that every department of the county should operate in the most economical manner possible, the sheriff is not to be expected to pay the cost of operating his car when on official business; nor is he allowed to refuse to answer a call for help because he has no money to pay the cost of the trip. This presents a problem which is going to have to be solved in the best manner pos- We are all well aware of the shortage of water here in our valley and that the grass on the Municipal Golf Course was in danger of dying because there wasn't sufficient water for it. During the past week, four of our neighbors did more than feel badly about it. UTAH, THURSDAY, AUGUST County Commission On August 3rd, Arnold Low, Clyde and Karl Ward and Bryant Low entered into an agreement with Beaver City which allows the city to use their "A" rights in the Willis Canal for the Golf Course. This past week this has amounted to about .44 second feet of water for- about 70 hours. This made it possible to water with as many as 16 sprinklers and give the entire course a good soaking. As part of the agreement, the men can regain the use of the water to fill stock watering ponds etc., so that they will not have to suffer needless financial loss. The members of the City Council and also the membership of the Beaver Lions Club asked to have their appreciation of this fine assistance expressed publicly. The construction of the Golf Course and gaining the needed water has been a source of a lot of controversy and some ill will here in this community. This has not added to the public image of this city. I believe that if the same energies could be harnessed to solve the distribution problems of our irrigation water as has been used to build the Golf Course, there could be enough water saved which is being lost through the bottom of the ditches now, so that all of us coula have sufficient water for our needs. Florene SrnSth will be the speaker at the Republican ladies Lunchen Saturday at 1 o'clock at the Ponderosa Cafe. All Lady Republicans are invited to attend. sible. Many problems were discussed and worked on by the members of the Beaver County Commission at their regular meeting. on Monday, August 5. Brooks Poulson called their attention to the problem posed by the resignation of Dr. of Milford, from the position of chairman of the Beaver County Development Committee. It was decided that a meeting of the executive board of that organization should be called for next Monday, August 12 at 8 p.m. to nominate a new chairman and reactivate this important group. The problem posed by cattle on county and state roads was discussed. During this discussion it was pointed out that, when the land on the sides of the road is fenced, the owners of the cattle may be held responsible for loss through damage or injury in event the cows should be hit by cars. There was also some discussion that it will be necessary to have some individuals pay for the installation of cattle guards on county roads where they have been using gates in fences. It was reported that some 'of the cafes operating in the county have not purchased t licenses for this year. The year is more than half gone and as the licenses are now delinquent, the operators are subject to a penalty. If it is necessary for the county to take steps to collect these fees, they will have to charge the expense of taking action against the delinquent operators. The ordinance calls for a fine of not more than $100, or 3 months imprisonment, or both for failure to obtain a license for a cafe or dance hall in the d, Weir-count- county. The anticipated budget for next year received much attention from the commission. Most of the budget amounts were generally on the same order as had been set up for this year. A public hearing will be held at which time the commission will hear anyone who dissagrees with them on the budget. 10,-19-63 Volume 58 No. Utah Hereford Assn. Ronald Grimshaw and Sets August 17 for Ralph Ross Killed in Annual Field Day Plane Crash The Utah Hereford Association has set Saturday, August 17, as the date for their annual field day. It will be an all day event starting at 9:30 a.m. untiU . . , at the Hafen's Calf Springs Beaver people were truely shocked when they learned of the tragic death of two fliers which occured Tuesday evening, August 6th. They were flying a light plane owned by the R & R Flying Service on a routine flight patroUng the 44,000 volt transmission line from Richfield to Beaver. They were due to land at 6:45 but failed to arrive. An search was instituted which ended early Wednesday mornthe ing when rescuers fund wreckage of the plane and the bodies of the two men. The young men were Ralph Ross, pilot, and Ronald Grimshaw, only son of Mr. and Mrs. Carl Grimshaw of Beaver. He leaves a wife and four children. Mrs. Grimshaw is the former Helen Mackerell. only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Elton Mackerell, also of Beaver. Ralph Ross is a brother to Wendell Ross of Ely, Nevada, formerly of Beaver. No further information is available as this goes to press. Ranch, just miles 6 south of Enterprise Utah. There will be demonstrations on cattle judging and showing with nationally famus people on all-nig- ht hand. Several Southern Utah breeders will have cattle on display. The roads will be posted and they hope for a good crowd. Thanks for Help At 4-- H Camp The annual Club Camp was held July 31, August 1 and 2 at Kent's Lake. The program is designed to help develop the boys and girls in the rural areas. Those who attended 4-- 4-- had an enjoyable time. The Extension Service is appreciative of the help given by all who helped make it a success-Camis a combined effort of members, leaders, parents, friends and county officials. Noal Gillies, Beaver County Sheriff, was notified that the and preplane was over-du- e sumed down at 8:30 p.m. He caUed the members of the Jeep Patrol at 9 p.m. and they were on the job within 30 minutes. These men searched the canyon area from the vacinity of o west, including all of the south rim of the canyn to the mouth in responce to reports that a plane had been seen there in trouble at about 4:30. They stopped their search at 2:00 a.m. because of darkness and rain. They resumed the search at daylight on Wednesday morning and found the plane at 7:30 a.m. The missing craft was first located by another air craft and members of the Seveir County Jeep Patrol were first on the scene. Members of the Beaver County Patrol helped to bring out the bodies of the crash victims. Sheriff Gillies wants to thank all the members of the Jeep Patrol for their efforts in conducting the search la very adverse weather. p The deplorable condition of the road in Beaver Canyon was discussed and the clerk was instructed to write letters to the Forest Service and the State Road Commission and try to ar range a meeting with officials of, those groups and interested persons from this area to discuss ways and means of getting something done about said deplorable condition. The lack of funds in the Sheriff's office to pay operating expenses was discussed and an additional $500 was set up to see that department through the remainder of the year. The advisability of the county supplying a car and the necessary gas, oil, tires and maintenance was discussed but rk action was taken. Hi-L- Beaver River With Mars' WE MUST BUILD A BUILDING Stream Flow Date 10 yr. 1939 19G3 2 3 Au?r 4 Aug Aug Aug 5 6 7 34.2 35.3 33.2 33.5 31.1 30.4 29.9 N. C. 1963 Avg. 1 Aug Aug Aug 18.0 34.0 2G.0 29.0 21.0 17.0 16.0 15.0 1 .0 14.0 15.0 16.0 16.0 16.0 of the condition of State Highway No. 153. This evidence could be in the form of pictures, statements of tourists who have had their cars damaged while trying to visit the canyon, anything on that order. Perhaps if we could also get an idea of the number of cars which use the lower part of the canyon but turn around and get the hell out after a mile or two of y the above the upper plant would help. Armed with all the information they could get and a good camping outfit, perhaps a delegation may be able to go to Salt Lake end live both at Mr. Burton's office and perhaps camp on his lawn at home until he can see his way clear to do something more than send someone down to turn the rocks over once a year. It really is a shame but, with all the traffic that road has, it is without- question trie worst maintained road in Beaver Coun ty. That includes all of the county and private roads and most of the cow paths and deer trails. Let's see if there isn't some way to get the Great White Fathers in Salt Lake to 'can the bull' and get some work done .V- i " " 1 - ' ?, ", ' ; - ' ' ''M V it t ix: A fi - ; i ' r , 1 1- - - ' " j i h . 'I f i r" ' f. :j super-highwa- on it 32 Anthony Woodhouse Wins 1963 D.H.I.A. Supervisors Award Mr. Anthony F. Woodhouse, Supervisor of the Beaver Dairy Herd Improvement Association, has bren selected to receive the Utah State University Extension Services' outstanding Supervisor's Award for 1963. This honor is accorded to Tony as he is affectionately known, in recognition of his outstanding service to the dairymen and the dairy industry in his area. He i most deserving of this award." So declared Associate Exten sion Director Leon Michaelson as he presented the "Certificate of Outstanding Service" to Mr. Woodhouse at the USU Dairy Day at the University Dairy Farm in North Logan July 31. Michaelson continued the citation, "Tony's success as a DIIIA Supervisor is attributed to his willingness to work, his sincerity and his dependability. The pay received is often inadequate, and the early morning an late cvenng hours required to do this work are often unpleasant; yet Tony filled his job requirements admirably. While the Supervisor's job has disadvantages of long and inconven- -' ier-hours, it also carries with it the joys of making lasting friends, and Tony certainly has many of these. "He began his work as a Supervisor in the Beaver Association in Sept., 1951, and during his tenure the Assocation has doubled the number of cows being tested. His background experience and training in the dairy department while attending the College of Southern Utah, and his work with commercial dairies in Cedar City, Salt Lake and Beaver have qualifed him well for the testing work which he ig doing. He has given sound advice to the dairymen and has performed his work with thoroughness and dispatch at all times. "Tony has also been an active leader in farm organizations, community activities, and church affairs in the Beaver area. His wife, Pauline, has cooperat- - ed bv assisting In the testing work whenever possible. Their four daughters and one son have become responsible citizens In their own right, and are a source of pride to this fine couple." Ronald Neilson of Spanish Fork, State DHIA president presented Mr. and Mrs. Woodhouse with an engraved stainless steel serving tray in recognition for their service to the dairy Industry, Pictured above are: Leon Michaelson, Anslstan't Director of Service! II. M. Neilson, rresldenl of the State Dairy Herds Association; Anthony and Pauline Woodhouse; and Dr. Vlrl Smith, Dean of (he School of Agriculture at USU. Ex-tenfl- on It was in the year 1896 that Utah became a State, much to the great joy and satisfaction of it's people. Every town, large and small celebrated the occasion. It was In March 1897, during the first session of Utah's Legislature that a founding bill for a Branch Normal School for Southern Utah was first Introduced. It was to be a branch of the University of Utah. The Honorables John Parry of Cedar City (an uncle to Sarah Mackerell, Beaver) was Representative from Iron County. Mr, Snow from Washington County and J. Frank Tolton of Beaver County were in the Legislature. Mr. R. R. Tanner, Senator from the 5th Judicial District, with Tolton's help, submitted a bill that such an institution beset up in Beaver. The Fort Cameron buildings stood vacant on beautiful grounds. At small expense they could be conditioned at little expense to the State. Both men fought mightily for Beaver County. Immediately on thair heels, Mr. Parry wrote in and got passed a provision that the school be built In one of the three Counties, Beaver, Iron or Washington. Mr. J. R. Park, J. E. Talmadge and Karl G Maescr were chosen as a committee of three to study the situation and choose a site for the school. According to history, the site must meet the State's approval. A sulable title to the location must be vested In the State and the school to be maintained undrr control of a Board of Regents. If, for two years, the State fail- Contlnurd on Bafk Page |