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Show Universal Kicrnf iln.in- Pierep'-n- t Avenue it crp. Utah National Guard Completing Plans tor Camp Williams Stay were Final plans taking shape this week for the annual summer encampment of the Utah National Guard. National Guard officials have designated camp dates as June d to 23 at Camp W. G. Williams at the Jordan Narrows, South of Salt Lake City. More than 4,500 Guardsmen from Smithfield to the north and St. George on the south will be training simultaneously. Engineer units from Salt Lake, Tooele, Davis, Uintah, Utah, it i two-we- Promoting All Progressive Enterprises For a Bigger, Better Lehi VOLUME TWENTY-FIV- M LEHI, UTAH, THURSDAY, E conference QUARTERLY tssn Arrangements are complete for an outstanding Stake Quarterly Conference, it is announced by Stake President Herman Goates, President S. Dilworth Young of the First Council of Seventy, will represent the General Authorities of the LDS Church in at- - PRES. ' 1 ' If r meeting include the following: Stake Presidency and Stake Clerks; High Council; Stake Senior Aaronic Priesthood Committee; Stake Aaronic Priesthood Committee; Melchizedek Priesthood Quorum Presidencies and Secretaries; Group Leaders of Melchizedek Priesthood Quorums; Senior Aaronic Priesthood Quorum Presidencies and Secretaries; Bishoprics and Ward Clerks. Invitational Meeting A special meeting for an invited group will be held Saturday evening at 8 p. m. in the tabernacle. This will be followed by a social and refreshments. All those receiving these invitations are reminded to attend. I and will preside over the conference sessions, next Saturday and Sunday, May 4 and 5. General Sessions Sunday at 10 A. M. and 2:30 P. M. General conference sessions to which everyone in the stake is invited and cordially urged to attend, will be held Sunday, May 5. beginning at 10 a. m. and 2:30 p. m. Special music for these meetings will be furnished by the Lehi High School chorus, directed by Melvin Burton. Leadership Meeting MIA Meeting at 7:30 P. M. Saturday at 6:30 P. M. An evening meeting, to begin at The conference will open with a Leadership Meeting to be held in 7:30 p. m. will be held for everythe tabernacle, Saturday evening, one in the stake under the direction of the MIA. A large attendbeginning at 6:30 p. m. Those expected to attend this ance is urged. tendance Glen Evans Takes Over Duties as Acting Postmaster In Lehi Office S. DILLWORTH X UMBER Mrs. Calvin Fox YOUNG Candidates For Baseball Team Show Promise Enthusiasm is high in the ranks of the City Baseball team, which is affiliated with the Central Utah Baseball newly-fo- rmed League. Around 14 boys have turned out so far for the practice sessions, and they are already showing a good deal of promise. This week they played a practice game against the Lehi High School team, chalking up a 2 win over the varsity squad. On Saturday they are planning another game with the high school squad at 4 p. m. on the Veterans Field. Dean Prior, president of the new ball club, reports that prelimiin-ar- y details are now being worked out for the season's activities. (Continued on Inside Page) 9-- Douglas Nash New Manager At Alpine Motor Douglas Nash, well known by Lehi residents as sales manager of the Alpine Motor Co. in American Fork, has been advanced to the position of manager, taking over his new duties this week. IHjpHip.IHj!ipilllllP Glen Eyans, Lehi business man "Wtf 5w and veteran of overseas service in World War II, began his duties this week as acting postmaster, succeeding Postmaster A. Carlos Schow, who has retired after 23 years service in the position. A native of Lehi, Mr. Evans is a son of Mrs. Buelah Evans and the late Aaron Evans. He engages in farming and also In operating the Lehi Cereal Mill in cooperation with his brothers. In this business, he takes care of the bookkeeping and auditing. He is the local tax assessor, a position held for the past two years, and is serving as clerk in the First Ward. As a member of the Lehi unit i jr f ' - , ; jt of the National Guard, he left with the group for overseas duty during World War II, and engaged in the decisive campaign in the South Pacific, at Guam, Okinawa, Saipan and the Philippines. Five GLEN EVANS years were spent in military Mr. Evans brings enthusiasm to service, with nearly three years overseas. the position with the desire to Mrs. Evans is the former Edna serve the community and outlying Bowen, church worker and club areas with the same efficient and woman, and their children are friendly methods that have been Esther. Kirk. established in the postal organiVicki, Judith, zation. Patricia and Calvin. " Council Approves City Employees Improvements Made at Wage Adjustments in Lehi Hospital Accomplished through the , co- operation of Lehi City and under the direction and approval of Councilmen Harold D. Westring and E. B. Garrett, the Lehi Hospital has enlarged and modernized the delivery room. The room is now more spacious and completely redecorated in a pleasing shade of soft green, with new floor covering added. the wages of all Adjustments were apLehi City employees proved Monday night at a special City Council. No flat rate was adopted, but all salaries were adjusted. City Officials declared that the adjustments will average about $15 per month. City employees have been seeking an increase in wages for some time, and the action was in response to their requests. Equipment and supplies follow the most approved modern usage, with modern anesthetics on hand including the effective "trilene." A rescuscitator is constantly on Bone hand, ready for immediate use. After 31 Conveniently located on the ground floor of the hospital, the Service delivery room now has the feature of an adjacent Tuesday, April 30, marked the "doctor's room" provided and retirement date of Postmaster equipped for the attending physic- A. Carlos Schow, who recently ian. reached his 70th birthday. Mr. The nursery, in which the new Schow, president of the Lehi LDS babies are cared for under the Stake for some 20 years, and more most sanitary and comfortable recently Stake Patriarch, has aphandled the mail for Lehi, the conditions, has the newest with RFD and Star routes for the past proved type of incubator, new inhalation unit. 23 years. He succeeded Leland special Streamlined plastic cribs and Powell, now Lehi City judge, ir other items designed for the well the position. being of the newborn, are in use. Miss Rachel Bone Leaves Postal Staff Also leaving the local postoffice Bids For City staff this week is Miss Rachel P-T- Group A Mrs. Calvin (Marian) Fox has been elected president of the Lehi Senior High P. T. A. meeting to serve during the next two years. Iris Veater will be the new and Lila Evans, secrevice-preside- The election! took place Monday night at a combined business meeting and concert in the high school auditorium. Mrs. Josephine Webb, outgoing president, took charge of the meeting, while the election was directed by Glen Wanlass, and chairman of the nominating committee. The new officers were elected by acclamation, and will be officially in stalled at the first meeting after the reopening of school this fall. The new officers are expected to attend sessions of the State Convention of the Utah Congress of Parents and Teachers this weekend at Brigham Young University. Following the business meeting, patrons enjoyed a concert by an Alpine District symphony orchestra made up of more than 50 students from the high schools of Lehi, American Fork and Pleasant Grove. Various program numbers were directed by the three music instructors, Frederick Clark of Lehi, Dean Steineckert of American Fork, and Chester Stone of Pleasant Grove. tary. vice-preside- nt Mrs. Glen Sabey Named President Elementary P-T- THIRTY-THRE- E Rex Southwick Named Chairman of Menial Health Membership Drive To Head Senior SATURDAY. SUNDAY High President S. Dilworth Young to Represent General Authorities - MAY 2, 1957 A Rex Southwick, well known Lehi native and past president of the local Junior Chamber of Commerce, has accepted the chairman; ship for the local campaign for Mental Health. He will select captains to take charge of the various areas of the city in a house to house canvass to begin next Monday, May 6. One of your friends or neighbors will call at your home, representing the Association for Mental Health. Your contribution will fill a vital need for funds to bring new hope to the mentally ill. Give generously, is stressed, and aid in solving the Number One Problem of the Mentally 111 One in every ten, or more than 16 million Americans, are suffering from a mental or emotional disorder. More than 750,000 people are in mental hospitals, a total greater than all of those hospitalized for polio, cancer, heart disease, tuberculosis and other diseases combined. Mental illness is no respector of families. If the present rate continues, one of every 12 children born today will spend time in a mental institution. One of these could be YOUR CHILD. It will give a gratifying sense of responsibility to know that you have helped. Assist with funds, and assist in the advancement of this enlightment concerning problem, is stressed. Significant Factor In Crime Many top authorities feel that mental illness or personality disorders are a significant factor in the following: About 1,750,000 serious crimes ' - Jaycees Sponsor Doll Safety In Grade Schools d, organization. The election meeting was conducted by Mrs. Howard Brown, outgoing president. Mrs. Brown headed the organization for one Under sponsorship of the Lehi year, having been named to replace Mrs. Ernest Peterson who Junior Chamber of Commerce, a was unable to fill out her two-ye- new method of teaching traffic elected term. safety in the lower grades was the elections, the introduced into the Lehi ElementFollowing large group attending the meeting ary and Sego Lily Schools recentwas entertained by Senior Ike ly. With the use of paper dolls, Taylor and the Sixth Grade Span ish classes of Lehi Elementary poems and ditties, children of the School. The students demon- second grades have learned the strated the studies of Spanish essentials of traffic safety. First, language and culture they have they received a simplified exbeen learning during the school planation from the Jaycee sponsors and their teachers, then they year. were given an opportunity to Men can estimate distances much "play safety" with the paper dolls. more acurately than women can, The teachers have integrated the and have a slight edge in judge- program into their plan of inment of speed, "skills important struction in both schools, and are to an automobile driver, particu- finding it a novel and significant larly at intersections and in meet- way of teaching safety rules. Robert White and Douglas ing oncoming cars," reports a Better Vision Institude survey. Hawker are ar A. Carlos Schow Retires As Postmaster al DOUGLAS NASH that he will continue in the tradition of courtesy and fairness established by the concern, and that the present staff of employees will be retained. He has followed the occupations of farming and electrical work and has been associated with the Alpine Motor Co. for the past six years. During that time he has been a salesman and for the past two years, sales manager. A lifelong resident of American Fork, he graduated from the American Fork High School and takes an active interest in community affairs. His wife is the former Shirley Beck and they have one ' son, Gregory, three years olJ. Mr. Nash announced Calls To Widen Bridges Officials have called Lehi City for bids on the widening of two narrow cement bridges in the city. Efforts will be made to have the projects completed before the streets involved are The bridges are located at Sixth North and Third West streets, and on Fifth North between First and Second West streets. Both bridges are now approximately 20 feet wide, and will be extended to approximately 30 feet in width. Notice to contractors is being published this week. Plans for the bridge extensions have been drawn up by City Engineer Frank hard-surface- W. Jones. d Rachel Leaves Years Bone, it is announced by Post- master Schow. Miss Bone holds a remarkable record of 31 years efficient service in the Lehi office, during which time she had made many friends for her courtesy and extra acts of consideration for her large association of patrons. Postmaster Schow reported that Miss Bone has been l In her work, honest and trustcooperative, worthy in every way. She was awarded a special certificate in recognition of her excellent service by Regional Controller Brewster. Ha Never Taken Sick Leave Postmaster Schow began his duties as head of the postoffice in A-- the building on the north side of Main Street, adjacent to the Webb jewelry shop, later moving with the office to the M. S. Lott building across the street. Although allowed 20 days per year as "sick leave," he has never taken this time off, remaining in good health throughout the period He has, however, taken part of his annual leave. First president of the Lehi Stake, created in July, 1928, he was ordained Stake Patriarch, Feb. 18, 1951. He has been a director of the State Bank of Lehi for many years and served as secretary of the Lehi Irrigation Company for eleven years. Other positions have been held in the LDS church, Including teaching assignments. During his term of office three veteran carriers have retired, including Bishop William Hadfield, John Hutchings and F. A. Hunger. Prior to his appointment as postmaster, President Schow was widely known for his activities in the building business and cement work, also engaging In farming operations. Ten years ago, he and his wife moved from the farm on the outskirts of the city to their new home located at 241 North Second West. He has enjoyed gardening and the care of his home grounds as a hobby and also collected a wide ft "' im ' variety of stamps. He plans to spend more time in this fascinating hobby, getting the collection classified. With Mrs. Schow, he also plans to spend more time in LDS Temple work. Mrs. Schow, who has cooperated wholeheartedly with her husband in outstanding service to the public, is the former Laura Elsie Davis. Their children include, Eldon C. Schow of Bountiful; Dr. Margaret Potter of the Brigham Young University staff; Mrs. How ard Frandsen (Erma) of Salt Lake City, and Mrs. Calvin (Ila) Swen-sowife of Bishop Swenson of this city. They have 15 grandchildren. n, Party Fetes Retiring Members Postmaster Schow and Miss Bone were honored by the postal staff, Saturday evening, at the home of Mr. and Mrs. George Tripp. Present for turkey dinner and events of the evening were Mr. and Mrs. Schow, Miss Bone, Mrs. Elva Allen, Mr. and Mrs. Karl Price, Mr. and Mrs. Don Peet, Mr. and Mrs. Herman Goates, Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Powell, Mr. and Mrs. Burton Kirkham, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Hartshorn and Mr. and Mrs. Tripp. Keepsake gifts were presented and games were played. Miss Bone was presented a special honorary award. A lovely carnation centerpiece was furnished by the Hartshorns. " - i ' t . Wasatch and Carbon counties will k stage their training in the rugged Wasatch Mountains where they will continue work on the Brighton-Hebcombat roadtwo-wee- er way. The engineers have been workwith heavy equipment for the last two summer camps to open the area for recreational uses. The hills of Camp Williams will, be the scene of massive "big gun" firing by artillerymen of XI Corps Artillery. These Guardsmen are from Wrashington, Iron, Millard, Sevier, Beaver, Sanpete, Juab, Utah, Salt Lake, Davis, Weber, Cache and Box Elder counties. This year's camp will mark the first time in two years that artillerymen will complete all of their firing maneuvers at Camp Williams. In previous years, they have moved their rumbling guns to Dugway Proving Grounds for part of the problems. The camp will also mark another "first" for the Utah Guardsing road-buildi- men. A two-da- y officer leadership courses will be held the Friday and Saturday before camp opening. Key NCO's are now being enrolled for the course, the first of its type ever to be conducted in the nation by the National Guard. p A mess school for budding young cooks also will to Guardsmen bring Camp Williams before the official opening. And an advance detachment will be on hand to put things in shape before the arrival of the main body of troops. pre-cam- State and Nation. One In Every Ten committed each year. Mrs. Glen (Leah) Sabey has About 50,000 narcotic addicts. been elected president of the Lehi About 4 million problem drinkElementary P. T. A. for the next ers. ; two years, with Mrs. Ernest About 17,000 suicides each year. (Eleen)f Urry as About 50,000 juvenile court Mrs. Sabey and Mrs Urry will cases each year. take office officially with the beOne divorce for, every four alginning of school this fall, marriages. though they will attend the state convention of the Utah Congress of Parents and Teachers this week-enrepresenting the local vice-preside-nt. ek AT REX SOUTHWICK Need Cited for Organized Water Conservancy District in Utah County In May, 1954, a filing was made by the Metropolitan Water District of Salt Lake to drill several large wells at the mouth of American Fork Canyon. At this time, the communities of tfie North section of Utah County formed an association to protest these filings and protect the interests of our local people, Mayor Frank Sharp told the Free Press this week. He said this protest was successful in that such a protest was asserted and that applications were with drawn. Since this group was organized it has become apparent that a Water Conservancy District is needed In North Utah County to protect the interests of this area and to fully take advantage of assistance available from our state agencies as well as the federal government. Such a district, with a recognized status and taxing powers, is the only practical way that our most vital resource, water, can be protected. Upon its organization we can immediately qualify for flood control and water storage projects in our area. However, in establishing this district 20 per cent of county land owners and 5 per cent of municipal owners must petition for its organization. Upon the organization being completed, it shall have taxing powers not to exceed one mill and the best esti Wells Purchase mate the considering proposed, is that this projects tax will amount to approximately thirty cents ($.30) for each home owner within the district, Mayor Sharp declared. The proposed projects which would affect the residents of Lehi include water shed improvement in the Alpine area together with a dam in Dry Creek which would be used for flood control and a short term storage facility. The required number of signatures of land owners in the County have already been secured. Mayor Sharp said further that during the next ten days a representative will contact property owners within the Corporate City limits to secure the necessary signatures to petition for the organization of a Conservancy District. Eugene Harvey Takes Over Reins fit Timp Motor Eugene Harvey, well known by friends and patrons for his activities as , sales: manager and later manager of the Alpine Motor Company, is taking over the duties of general manager of Timpanogos Motor Company as part owner of the corporation. He has been associated with Alpine Motor since Popular Arctic Circle Mr. and Mrs. Allen Wells, well known Lehi residents and church and community workers, have taken over the ownership and management of the Arctic Circle on the State Highway. Mrs. Wells, who has been employed at the popular refreshment stand for the past three years, will handle the duties of management. Her hus band, Geneva Steel plant em ployee, will be on hand to assist during his hours off shift. The Aritic Circle is "the home of the Brown Topper," and fea tures appetizing hamburgers, foot- long hot dogs, frosted malts and other lines of ice cream, soft drinks and candy. Mrs. Wells an nounced that the stand will be open from 11 a. m. to 12 midnight. Her son Brent will assist in carry ing on the business. Also new on the staff are Ronald Thayn and Mrs. Arnold (Helen) Jones. Other efficient and friendly employees, Karla Mork, La Vee Hadfield and Anna Joy Woffinden, are continuing on the staff. Coming Events Sego Lily Thursday, May 2 Spring Festival. Friday, May 3 Second Ward Welfare Banquet. Wednesday, May 8 High School Varsity Athlctlo Club Honor Banquet. Thursday, May Club Spring Graduates. Saturday, May 9 Olympian Tea for Girl M. I. A. 11 Dance. Monday, May 13 Sixth Grade Orientation Day, Lehi Junior High. Senior Wednesday, May 15 High Combined Concert. I J V Xm EUGENE HARVEY January of 1949. During that time he has received the top sales award, the Ford "500" pin each year and as manager was presented merit awards for market penetration from Henry Ford II. He received special training at the company manager school in De troit in 1955. Mr. Harvey, with his wife, the former Bettie Reid of Los Angeles, Calif., makes his home at 545 Center Street, American Fork. Their children are Kristie, age six; Karen, five, and Ronald two years old. A native of Pleasant Grove, he is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Leo P. Harvey of that city. He received his schooling at Pleasant Grove High School, Henager's Business School in Salt Lake City, and Brigham Young University. He fulfilled an LDS mission to the East Central States and is currently Sunday School superintendent. A Stake Mutual officer for some years, he participated in Division five basketball for four years. He is a member of the Amer ican Fork Chamber of Commerce, formerly afiliated with the Rotary Club and was a charter member of the Pleasant Grove Junior Chamber of Commerce. |