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Show LEHI FREE PRESS, LEHI, UTAH THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 1955 School Board Approves Special Gridders Program for Exceptional Children Lehi In their second The Alpine Board of Education has approved the starting of a special program for exceptional children of the district next fall.. A group of parents of excep tional children were present at Monday night's Board meeting to ask the Board to consider such a Droeram. They were told the Board has given some consideration to the matter, and the ad ministrative and supervisory personnel of the district have been studying it. Last week four members of the Board, Thomas A. Barratt, presi- dent; Niels Fugal, Philo T. Edwards and Clarence D. Ashton, together with Supt. Alma P. Burton, visited the Gramercy School in Ogden. This school is for exceptional children of the Ogden City School District and adjacent areas, and includes instructors and equipment for physio-therap- y vocational instruction, etc. The Board is presently considering arranging special classrooms to accomodate children in this program in either the Lindon or North Orem area. The rooms may be built in connection with room to be conan structed on the Lindon school, or will be included in plans for a new elementary school in the North Orem area. Parents of exceptional children recommended that the program be started on a modest scale and built up in the future. It is possible to secure state aid in such a program. While there are few qualified teachers in the state at present, several students are now majoring in this work at B. Y. U. and the University of Utah. The parents praised the work of the districts visiting teachers, 'saying that they have accomplished much with the exceptional children. However, they pointed out that the children really need the association of other children. Bus Driver New bus drivers appointed by the Board were Reed Thompson of Highland; Eldon Johnson of Pleasant Grove, and Norman Smith of Orem. A delegation of bus drivers headed by Arvil O. Stone of Lehi presented a list of recommendations which they felt would result In beter working conditions for them. In the list was a recommendation that they be paid the same amount for noon runs as for morning and afternoon runs. se Local Groups Adopt Monthly fi li A Night P-T- One night a month will be designated "P. T. A. night" during the coming year, and one of the city's three P. T. A. groups will hold a meeting on that night beginning in the month of November, Mrs. Glenn Smith, president of the Lehi Junior High P. T.. A. announced this week. Mrs. Smith stated that she has cleared the third Wednesday of each month on the Stake Calendar. Officers of the three groups will meet tonight to work out a schedule of meetings, and the calendar will be announced next week. committee of Appointments chairmen to supervise activities of the Junior High P. T. A. this year has been completed by Mrs. Smith. Mrs. Cassel Willes is first Principal J. Ferrin and Gurney, second Mrs. Lloyd Busker, secretary-treasure- r. Mrs. Ivan Webb will be historian; Mrs. John Ernst, prok gram chairman; Mrs. Garn and Mrs. Ralph Davis, of room representatives and hospitality. Mrs. Karl Flygare, publications chairman; Mrs. Ashley Nelson, adult education; Mrs. Suel BushMrs. Lynn man, membership; Lewis and Mrs. Calvin Swenson, of publicity; and Mrs. Grant Evans, health and, safety. A legislative chairman is yet to be appointed. This year the Junior High P. T. A., will have "home room parents" representing all classes. These individuals will be announced in the near future. Mrs. Smith said that efforts will be made this year to continue the sale of the National Parent and Teacher, the official P. T. A.... magazine. Last year a number of subscriptions were placed in Lehi homes, and subscribers have found the monthly magazine is an excellent and informative vice-preside- Hol-broo- Little Rosely Ray, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Max Ray, entertained 17 friends at a birthday party Saturday celebrating birthday. her Hol-bro- the Utah Conference on Education to be held next month. Frank Jex and Elijah Chipman were granted permission to attend a School Business Officials convention in Chicago during October, The Board rejected an offer from Kenneth Duffin and Brady Dirker to purchase the remaining on the old high school site in Orem. The Board discussed purchase of a Lehi High School site and are still studying this proposition. Another visit will be made in the near future to Lehi in order to further study the school sites. George Bone read a letter signed by a number of Lehians, seeking reconsideration of the West site. es - 24-HOU- fifth off-side- . off-tack- le the other team and that they were on defense. weak Springville showed surprising strength in their backfield. Last week, during a 6 game at Spanish Fork, Bruce Peck of Lehi suffered a leg injury. Coach Joseph Cranmer reported that Peck will be unable to participate in football for the rest of the season. No mishaps occured during Friday's game. New lights and transformers have been installed to make night games possible on the home field, Coach Cranmer reported. The Pioneers will play Union High School of Roosevelt tomorrow (Friday) in a night game here. Game time is slated for 7:30 p. m with admisison for the general public set at $ .50. After the game will be a dance in the high school gym with everyone in6-- vited to attend. FRIENDS FETE MISSIONARY AT PARTY Miss Shelia Hayward was hostess at a delightful party, honoring Jesse Wagstaff of American1 Fork, prior to his departure to the Northern States Mission. Elder Wagstaff is a son of Mr. and Mrs. Table games David Wagstaff. were played and refreshments were served in Watkins' dining room which was attractively decorated with seasonal flowers. A special cake was the centerpiece. A handy traveling clock was the gift presented by the group. In cluded, besides the hostess and the honored guest, were Lael Houghton, Mr. and Mrs. Lee Openshaw (Lorraine Anderson), Simmons and Jessie Audrey Hinckley, all of Salt Lake City; Miss Ila Powell, Margaret Ann Bushman and Ann DeSpain, Lehi; and Ronald Long, Shirl Mitchell and Mr. and Mrs. David Baker of American Fork. I AM. Eugene Harvey Alpine Motor Company, Ford dealer in American Fork, has been presented a special Leader ship Citation by Henry Ford II, president of Ford Motor We Cater to Weddings, Parties and Socials youngsters. "Safety begins at home," de declared. "A child's patterns of safe behavior is based on what he observes and learns at home. If The local dealership won the Citation, because more Ford cars were sold in 1954 than any other make in the dealer s area of pri mary sales responsibility. of customer High standards service also contributed to Alpine Motor Company winning this award. Alpine Motor Company is one of approximately 3,000 Ford deal ers to receive this citation from Henry Ford II. On a national scale, retail sales of Ford cars in 1954 exceeded those of any other make by 25,257 units. war' Phone 339 Ma bt (.svvia fMnc ricuni bbbbj bv" urw m " m m w i nnnpr nwiij-Our skilled craftsmen - m m--m m a m Wear will give your old shoes a "new lease on life" . . . save you plenty on your shoe bills. A former missionary, to Argen tina, Richard Schroeder of California, visited here at the home of his aunt, Mrs. Luretta Maxwell. He is now enrolled at Brigham Young University as a senior Main Street Lehi Orlin Wathen EllAKE IT h WS D liiiJii IIM Si Night Phone Lehi 212-- W ALPINE MOTOR COMPANY American Fork Your Friendly Ford Dealer f We're matching Pontiac's record sales with ahead of anything near its price : : : designed and engineered to stay new for years. You'll get style that sets the fashion for tomorrow. You'll get the advanced performance of the V-Strato-Strea- lt newest engine in the industry. You'll get the size you must have for safe cornering and solid security. You'll get the latest innovations in springing, brakes and steering to cushion the ride and make driving an effortless pleasure. Come in for the deal with the double payoff and drive away a big, d Pontiac. You have the word of half a million owners you'll never make a better buy! 8, trades! record-breakin- g xerever line This beautiful j Kentucky whislcey is enjoyed the call is This 3 bedrm modi frame home. Fireplace, furl J basement, hdwd firs. Large well landscaped yards - On J sewer line. Too can't beat this value only $9950 FHA or j for. You can put this down for a fact. You won't match our deal anywhere else in town because this one pays off double! For a starter, you'll get an appraisal too good to pass by. We're out to make September another g month, and all trades are figured on a volume basis. Your car can command a better deal from us right now than it ever will again. For the clincher, you'll get a car that is way high-powere- d future-fashione- msssss . XWTXn ' I BARGAIN' GL Wattle's The Department of Public Health is cooperating with the annual "Back to School" safety program now under way here as a part of its d Child Safety Crusade. Dr. kesler said that while it is important to drive safely, the for the primary responsibility safety of children rests upon parents and what they teach their record-breakin- FORK STAMPEX CLUB HOLDS MEETING AT HOME OF SECRETARY The meeting of the Stampex Club was held Monday evening at the home of Ronald Stine, secretary, with eight members present. President Lance Gudmundsen took charge of the meeting which featured the trading of stamps and reviewing of philatelic magazines. The next meeting is slated for Tuesday, October 10, the location to be announced. Day Phone American Fork BUREAU bedroom mod. newly painted frame home. Hdwd floors Brand new wall to wall car-- 1 peting Best quality. Gas ht.l Garage. Dont miss seeing one! o'f Iiebi's Prettiest homes. parents expect their children to leave their supervision and go off to school without tragic consequences, they must practice and teach safety habits at home." The health officer suggested that parents help their children find the safest route to school, and help them to know, understand, and obey traffic regulations. "Your child's life depends upon what he knows, and what he knows depends on you," he said. year-roun- 12-0- LEHI 2 Director. "With the opening of school only a short time away, we must look once again to the safety of our children who will be walking or riding their bicycles on our dangerous streets and highways," he said. "Their safe conduct is our responsibility as motorists and as parents." WRECKING SERVICE R WE ARE MEMBERS OF MULTIPLE LISTING 1 An appeal to parents to teach their children good safety habits was made yesterdy by Dr. Joseph P. Kesler, Acting State Health 6-- 0. REAL ESTATE I JUST LISTED Receives Award Teach Children For Leadership Safety Habits 0. Delegates The Board selected Garn Mr. and Mrs. Orlin Wathen of Lehi, Leo Meredith of joined in a family gathering, SunAmerican Fork; Calvin Walker of day, at the home of Mrs. Wathen's Pleasant Grove; W. Cleon Skou-se- n mother, Mrs. Rose Jorgensen in n Adam-soof Edgemont; Lloyd B. of Lehi, and Frank R. Jex Ophir. of Edgemont to be the district's representatives at the state meeting of game and first on their home field the Lehi Pioneers fell to the Springville Red Devils Friday night by a Lehi threatened score of 12-twice to carry the ball to the goal posts but lost possession of the ball because of fumbles. The first of the Red Devil's touchdowns was made by Tuttle in the first quarter with an end run. Springville missed the extra Durpoint to make the score ing the second quarter Springville was penalized twice for being s. Both team's passing was ragged throughout the game, Lehi's being mostly incomplete. In the third quarter Springville, after moving slowly toward the goal broke through the Pioneer's for a TD line with an .. to lead It was generally agreed that Lehi was not blocking as well as pre-seas- vice-preside- Parents Urged to Springville Beats Alpine Motor POHTIAC'S GREATEST ' beautifully kept 21 (SEE THIS modern brick and! I X I I I frame home, hardwood floor! ll car- throughout. petlng In living room, extra j large lot, parage. On sewer In American Fork. Immediate Wall-to-wa- occupancy. $9500.00. Terms SCNNYBROOK WE WANT TOUR LOT-FARAND HOME LISTINGS M Rowan Realty SRAK0 KENTUCKY STWAIOHT BOURBON WH1SKIY I 1 KINTUCKY BLENDED WHISKEY Bjnxxx STflSCT Now Located upstairs In Bank Phone 468 After Hoars Call Jerry Buckley, Orem M47-R- 1 or Call Dena Grant A. F. 100W PAUL, L. HARMON COMPANY OLD SUNNY BROOK CO," DIV. OF NATIONAL DISTILLERS PROD." CORP, 10UISVILLE. KY. BOTH 55 PROOF. 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