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Show t THE BEAVER PRESS on our nay By Louis Lessing ' ti Hints l Photo by Rod Jones MR. GARETH SPENCER Beaver High School Science Fair Judge talks with Steve Albrecht whose project had to do with the result of watering plants with regular and with distilled water. fflL Hattie GreenwoodV Merlifn Giving Celebrates Time is running out for an opportunity to see Halley's Comet. From now until the 5th of April, Halley's Comet will be in the morning sky. The best time to see it in the morning sky is from 4:30 a.m. until daylight. With a full moon it is more difficult to see. You need a pair of binoculars with the strength of 7 x 35 or 7 x 50. I couldn't see it with the naked eye, neither Could my grandson or husband. I thought that I just had bad eyes, but that wasn't so. The comet is in the south east sky and it looks like 't is falling to earth. The comet's tail is behind it. It looks like a fuzzy cotton ball. The stars are brighter and smaller than Halley's Comet. Halley's Comet is left of the big dipper, it is 60 degrees up from the horizon, which is not to far up. Set your alarm so you can get up early enough to become use to the darkness and the stars to become clear. The brighter the moon, the less chance you have of seeing it. Of course on a cloudy morning you can't see it at all. Nearly every morning I have been getting up, looking out side, if the sky is clear I go look, if its cloudy I go back to bed. Halley's Comet will be in the morning sky until April 20th. After April 10th, it becomes dimmer. Information on Halley's Comet can be obtained by calling Cost of the call is 50 cents for one minute. The information will up dated every few days. Your first call will give the information as to when the next up date will be. You can also write to the Planetary The family of Merlyn and Ruby Ewing celebrated their father, Merlyn's 80th Birthday on Saturday, March 22, 1986. They enjoyed dinner at the Juniper Inn in Logan, Utah. Those present for the occasion were: Earl and Cindy Liebelt.Jeremy and Hydee; Steven and Jana Bradshaw, Rickie, Russell, Ryan and Clint; McKay and Janell Farrer; Christine Langford, Scott, Lance and Jason; Steven and Julie Farrer, Arin and Josh; Bill and Connie Carter, Jed, McKenzie and Jamee; Bill and Elaine Ewing, Linda and Julie; Jeff and Becky Ewing and Robert. All of the grandchildren and great grandchildren were there except Mark Ewing. Mark is on an L.D.S. Mission. An open house was held at their home for friends. Beverly reports it was a wonderful get together for the family. Thirty five members were present. Society in Pasadena and join the society for $20.00 a year. With that you will receive a book on Halley's Comet, plus a order blank to order other books, pictures, etc. on Halley's Comet. The address is: The Planetary Society, 65 North Catalina Avenue, Pasadena, California 91 106. With the children out of school for spring break it is a perfect time to get up early and see the comet. With the comet only coming around every 76 years, you best go take a look. You may not have another chance. we sell add pw PirjsG GQDDG9 Fflfctf ilflgJS From 12 inch to 15 inches we will bid all home sprinkler systems and Farm Main Unes Gilford valley Hardware 241 s. Main Milford 307-245- 7 BD.BISISlO0ra Tuills SGnicOey's ecaffe GamiGu .i. Fl VE YEA R CELEBRA TION Free Tickets with Purchase of Tubby surge? or SquirrMy Burger During March DRAl'JIHG April 1, H90G 1st. Prize, cas Grill 2nd. Prlza, Coleman 4S et. Cooler 4th. Prize, 3rd, Prize, Stanley 1 at. Thermos is Cassette Tape case Sth. Prize, Rummlkub Came I North interchange 430-2G7- 5 We arrived in Socorro on a Friday and since the next day was Saturday and Paul didn't have to teach, he volunteered to drive us to Silver City, New Mexico. Not far out of Socorro we noticed a large lake a few miles east of the highway. This is Elephant Butte Lake, a lake 50 miles long formed by a large dam which was constructed in 1913 to back up the water of the Rio Grande river. There " - arer dozens of fishing camps and resorts all along the lake shore. Near the dam is a state park, so we took a short detour from the main highway to have a look. I was surprised at the activity there. There were buildings all. over the place and dozens of big boats preparing to go fishing. Many retired people have moved here and they live here all year. They lease the land but own their homes and there are many expensive onese there. In the park is. a large information building with exhibits and maps showing the geology and location of various places. We talked to the ranger and he told us this is the first time in 43 years that the lake had been full. This surprised me as there has been a mild drought in that country for some time.. He said the reason was that the head waters of the Rio Grande river start high in the Colorado Mountains where there has been deep snow packs. The water is being let out at full volume to keep the lake at a safe level. There is a power plant at the dam which furnishes power for many towns in the vicinity. Not far from the dam is the peak of what was once a fair sized mountain protuding above the lake waters, hence the name Elephant Butte. At the boat launching marina the harbor is packed with attractive sail boats, dozens of high powered boats and some small "put-putsWe wanted to give the fish a try, but the fee seemed a bit high for one day. The little park at the launch site is green and shady with comfortable picnic areas. There is a big cafe and bar nearby for those who work up a thirst. We were told that the sunshines here 320 days of the year. Sounds like a dandy place to spend the winter. There is even a golf course nearby which didn't particularly interest me, but Henry Willesen will probably want to give it a try. You know, since Myrl and I had our accident, she's been as nervous as a canary in a room full of cats. Well, when we're traveling she watches me like a hawk stalking a mouse and won't let me veer an inch from the straight and narrow. I'm always informed of all cars in the front and rear. If it wasn't for this I would have a lot more to report as I could gawk at the scenery now and then. Soon we crossed the border between Arizona and New Mexico and we are now in the "Land of Enchantment." I've seen some strange names in my travels but soon we were entering "Pietown" which seemed a bit unusual. I didn't see anyone munching pies there and never did find the origin of the name. The next stop was the town of Quemado. It appeared to be sort of a resort town as there was a large fishing lake not too far distant from the town. I had dreams of giving it a try but Myrl out voted me. The next town of much consequence was Magdelena. This was quite a mining town at one time with lots of rich silver mines. About sundown we entered the town of Socorro, New Mexico, which was our objective when we started. This is where New Mexico Tech, where Paul is teaching, is located. As usual it took a few inquiries to find where he lives. Socorro is a nice town, not too large and the people are very friendly. It is one of the older towns in New Mexico and has an interesting history. At one time it was the main smelting town for most of the mines in southern New Mexico. In 1816 the Socorro Grant from the Spanish Crown awarded 21 families land extending north to San Lorenzo Arroyo, east to the summit of the Oscura (Dark) Mountains, south to the Bosque Del Apache Meadow, and west to the summit of the Magdalena Mountains. (This would be a dandy for our local surveyor, Mark Twedt to figure out.) Most of the land in that country was awarded by Spanish land grants and is a mess for title companies. I wouldn't want to be an abstracter down there. There is some good grape growing areas there and at the present time several groups are attempting to revive the wine industry. The weather is great there with very little snow during the winter. All the trees were in blossom when we were there. There are lots of Spanish people in the town and they all speak English and Spanish, but seem to prefer , Spanish. Myrl and I joined a lively group of seniors one day for lunch, but never did know much about what was going on as most of the chattering was in Spanish. As in most Spanish influenced towns there is a fancy plaza in the center of town where band concerts and celebrations are held. It is sort of a community center. Being an older town there are some shacks there but many beautiful homes. Paul took us up to the college where he teaches and we found they had a very attractive campus with lots of shade trees and grass. Clean, neat buildings cover a large area. There is a 19 hole golf course at the rear of the college where golfers can play all winter. Most of the teachers live in this area. There are several ponds where dozens of ducks and geese live a leisurely life. I was there when a fellow drove up in a truck to throw feed on the lawn. You never saw such a clatter when the fellow hammered on his truck. All the ducks and geese from a quarter mile area rushed to the spot, some flying and some waddling as fast as their short legs could go. On the campus is a mineral museum with one of the better collections that I have seen. There was even a specimen of pink beryl from the Pine Valley Mountains of Beaver County. Also one from Piute County. I spent hours in the museum and hated to leave. I took many hikes around town to see what the town was really like. As I was walking down main street I struck up a conversation with a young, good looking Spanish kid with a pony tail and a book pack on his back. He was real small and I supposed he was about in the 7th grade, so I asked him why he wasn't in school. He said he had quit school as he had had a little trouble with the principal but would probably go back if his dad got things straightened out. I asked him how old he was, and you could have knocked me over with ? feather when he replied "23." As we parted he said "It's been nice talking to you,' Sir." A real smart, polite kid. BC if 7i ; - I ! ; i PAGE MARCH 27, 1986 , a Aw !-' fflV? l 3 f ' J j I I:!MiMM (f Mfilf llf i i llMlPW M i ' ." Senior Citizen's Corner The Senior Citizen's had a St. Patrick's Day Dinner on Monday, March 17, 1986. President Vina ' con- Hutchings ducted the meeting. It was voted on to give Beaver City a donation of one hundred dollars toward the purchase of a piano for the theater. Henry gave a report on the Five County meeting which he attended that morning. Louis Lessing gave the blessing on the food. While we were eating Vina announced the program. Nell Smith sang and Lois White accompanied her. She sang "The Irish Lullaby," "Where The River Shannon Flows," "Ireland Must Be Heaven," and "A Little Bit of Heaven." Thank you Nell and Lois. Jessie Ward, Vina Hutchings, Kate Bezanson, Maurine Sly, Shirley Smith and Karl Ward went to Cedar City on Wednesday, March 19th for a meeting on the T.E.F.A.P. registration procedure. A registration time will be held for all who are eligible for the Temporary Emergency Food Assistance Program. To be eligible you will be asked to report your income. Income means all monetary payments received by each individual in a household and includes the itf My Grandpa My name is Angel Bradshaw. I would like to tell you about my grandpa. His full name is James Gene Harrison Worley. He was born in Buhl, Idaho on July 18, 1928. His Pinochle Club Meets Oralin Smith was hostess for her Pinochle Club Tuesday, March 18, 1986 at the new home of her sister-in-laLuAnn Smith. After a delicious dinner served by the hostess, the evening was spent playing Pinochle. Prizes went to Kathy Gale, Kathy Yardley and Janet Bradshaw. 12 members and 1 guest were there SENIOR CITIZENS MENU Fri., Mar. 28th "POT LUCK" Mon., Mar. 31st Hamburger Casserole Hot Bread Vegetable Dessert Green Salad anything that will identify you. You can register on Monday and Wednesday from 2:00 to'4:00 p.m. each week. We are having a Bazaar, so if you have any goodies or something usuable please think of the Senior Citizens. Thank You. Our Pot Luck Dinner will be on Friday, March 28, 1986. 1st Kate Bezanson Secretary and Treasurer Michelle Havens Handmade Cabbage Patch Dolls " and Easter Baskets Now at Edith's 65 N. Main 438-505- 1 BelEinap Chorus Concert April 3, 1906 7:30 p.m. QHp UJitflfi People The Elementary Chorus will present their con- e room cert, "Up with People", at the on April 3, 1986. The children have been working really hard to get ready for this concert and we Invite the townspeople to attend. multi-purpos- (1) Unemployment Compensation Benefits (m) other Disability Benefits (n) Old Age Survivor's or Strike Benefits, and other need bases payments (o) Scholarships, educational grants, Fellowships or Veteran's Educational Benefits not used to pay tuition and mandatory fees (p) Foster care payments for children or adults (q) one time lump sum benefits (r) income from roomers or boarders ,You also must show acceptable verification of identity, such as Driver's License, Birth Certificate or Ammonium Sulphate Good for Lawns 20 lb. bag $2a9 wood and Feed .4 On Sale ePjr $7 00 Carrying all the popular name Drand Equipment at Goodies Easter ' 2 off AFFORDABLE PRICES G30-2GS- 0 wo also carry TV's, storoos veers and Vldao Accessories drink is milk. He has a lot of hobbies, among them are woodworking, hunting, fishing, reading and his favorite, golfing. He works as a electronic technician for the Federal Aviation Administration (F.A.A.) He has been with them for 30 years. He married June Logston on September 23, 1950 in the Navy Chapel on Bremerton Naval Base, Bremerton, Washington. He has six children, one boy and five girls, one is my mother, Kathy. He has twelve grandchildren and is expecting number 13 in April. Great Prices Spanish Rose Floral non-far- (i) Alimony (j) Child support payments (k) Veteran's Pensions !j father was Harrison Leslie Worley and his mother was Mary Worley. His mother died when he was three years old and because of hard times for his father he was placed in an orphanage to be taken care of. Later on Carl Williams became his foster father and Carrie Williams became his foster mother. He has three brothers and four sisters. He was the next to the youngest. He has one brother younger than him. When he was young his favorite game was Softball. His favorite color is green and his favorite food is fried potatoes and onions. His favorite prom corsages and Buotonnieres following: (a) Monetary wages or salary including tips. (b) Net earnings from farm or self employment. (c) Dividends (d) Interest (e) Income from Estate Trusts (f) Net rental income and royalties (g) Pensions and annuities (h) Workers Compensation Mi ' w I satellite systems Call -:- - jQ 502S.2C3W. 1 430-225- 4 |