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Show 141 Pierep- - nt Avenue A Build - 1 Builds a Better Community Volume 28 Mot 10 Iff ftffl ' 7 A new . industry is now under construction in Lehi, which is expected to boost the economic growth and development of the community, as well as draw from the labor market here. The new plant for the manufacture of basic fire brick is now under way in the north section of the city. The plant, which is being built under the ownership of the General Refractories Co., will be located southwest and adjacent to the present operation. According to local information the new mill will employ approximately 25 to 30 when operations get started, and will be brought into production about the middle part of November. A basic type of chrome and magnesite brick ill be produced, suitable for open hearth furnaces and other industrial purposes. The bulk of all raw material will be imported, with the source of supply of chrome ore coming from the Philippines and Africa. The mill is being moved from Los Angeles, Calif., where the plant' is now being dismantled by the Austin Engineers and Builders concern. The same company is taking charge of construction on the new Lehi site. The Free Press joins the many residents of Lehi in welcoming the new industry into our city. Trane as accompanist. "The Leap Year "Story," written and directed by Dorothy Bone, is the First Ward, effort with music by Edna Norman and Eva Carson. .. Wards from Orem, Pleasant Grove and American Fork will compete in the meet, at which winners will be selected by judges from Provo. Ms. Smuin reports exceptionally good, road shows this year. She urges' a large attendance from Lehi for a most outstanding ' ! evening. businessmen, day, ; Ralph's Truck Inn. Representatives of the U. S". Steel Co., have been invited to explain details concerning the coming "Steel-mar- k Days." Dates for the county-wid- e promotion have been set for Sept. 29, 30 and Oct. 1, and will include every community in the county. An invitation is extended also to members of the Lehi Lions Club and Jaycees. Similar meetings are being held in other communities throughout Utah County. Little Leaguers to EnterJDist Tourney fit ' i 111 The Lehi City Council were unanimous in pledging support and aid for the Community Carnival to be held in Wines Park, Saturday, Aug. 27. At the council meeting, Monday evening, the group conferred with Virgil H. Peterson, chairman, and Russell Innes of the central committee for the carnival. The use of the park was and police help granted, lighting assured. ' i Water Supply Maintaining the level of culinary water for Lehi was a paramount consideration at the-ieting this week. Mayor Harold Westring reported that in order to operate the pump at the reservoir automatically, it will be necessary to install a priming pump in the tank. e 13 highlight of the week in Lehi's lower business district will be the grand opening of .."Ron's Jewelry" to be conducted by Ronald S. Peterson, Saturday, August 13, beginning at 12 noon. Everyone is invited to attend, tour the beautifully renovated building and accept prizes which will be presented to the lucky visitors. Mr. Peterson, who formerly carried on his business of watch repairing and some watch and jew elry sales, in part of the building in which Attorney Harvard R. BRAVES TAKE FIRST PLACE IN LITTLE LEAGUE Practicing this week for tournament play next Tuesday, are members of the Lehi "Braves." The tournament will take place at Spanish Fork, with two diamonds In use. arents and the public are urged to attend for some outstanding games. Lehi's '"White Sox" team, second place winners in local competition, will play at Spanish Fork Monday, at 3 p.m. Included in the Braves' lineup are, front, 1. to r., Larry Hadfield, Gregory (Buzz) Bennett, Cordon Gray, Don Whimpey, Russell Christengen, Lane Dean. Standing, Allen Gardner, Dale Ekins, Steven Peterson, Calvin Trane, Francis Grace, Xeal Chamberlain, and Ricky Hall. Manager Jack Gray Is shown In rear. wj J VV u Hinton is located, is now established in the Watkins building at 130 West Main Street. J A ' - - ' "WHITE SOX" TAKE SECOND PLACE IN LITTLE LEAGUE 1 LA i Second place winners In Lehi's Little league are the White Sox, shown, front, 1. to r., Lynn Lett, Steven Kddlngton, Jeffrey Robinson Gregory Lose and Richard Price. Standing, Ilrent Love ridge, Jay Trlnnaman, Eddie Thomas, LaVar Jones, Donald Shelley and Eric Gll. Leo Loveridge, left and Homer Trlnnaman, managers, are shown at rear. Absent when picture was taen were Alvy Barnes and Gordon Powell. Automatic pumping would insure the reservoir being filled at all times. The council voted for the installation of the priming pump which will cost about $65. The mayor also reported that the big well at Fifth West and the State Highway has dropped its water level to the point that only air is being pumped. The mana facturer has been consulted and it is estimated that the shaft could be lowered a maximum of 40 feet. It was agreed to carry out this idea and also to obtain whatever Inaterials necessary to keep-the-w- The community gatherings of the past two years have proved so successful in raising funds and also promoting good relations and friendliness throughout the city, that it was decided to continue along the original lines advocated. Full Day of Entertainment It will be a full day of entertainment, beginning with a hearty breakfast in the chuckwagon morning and progressing with all types of games and sales during the day. mere will be many booths and ideas of appeal to all ages, from the toddler to the aged, but "young in heart ward making an outstanding sucConcession stands will open im- cess. Club assignments were made at mediately after breakfast and will include candy, pie, cake and the Monday night meeting. Each cookie sales, fortune telling, ham club representative was asked to burgers and hot dog stands, pop report assignments to club memcorn, balloons, soda pop and ice bers for final approval, and report cream stands, fish pond, baseball final decisions at a meeting called throwing, pony rides and train for next Monday. 1 ell in operation. Safety Methods Methods of maintaining safety at crossings such as those near churches were considered, ui the presence of a committee headed by Bishop A. Carlos Coates of the Third Ward. Reporting that a small girl had been struck by a vehicle recently while crossing the street to go to church, they asked that pedestrian signs be placed and a cross walk painted. It was also suggested that a road guide be hired to serve at such times as residents may be approaching the Third-Sevent- h Ward chapel. Grant B. Smith Councilman agreed to take the matter up with the safety committee, now headed by Neldon Evans as chairman. Their consideraton and recommen dation will be a vital factor in the deciding of methods to be used Council members will also consult with the state safety engineer about the oossibility of caution lights at that point. It was announced that other members are beng added to the local committee on safety, which has started to work on safety pro blems within the city. Library Shelves Asked Paul Hanson of the Lehi board presented a report on the increased usage of the local Formerly Watties recreation center, the building has recently been renovated and redecorated in pleasing pastel colors. New, mod ern illumination is a special fea ture. Attractive new display cases libarary, indicating that the story have been installed. hours held during the summer vacation months have stimulated Jewelry, Gift Items Mr. Peterson will continue his interest in the younger children of guaranteed watch repair and has the community. During 1959, he selected a large stock of high qual- said, there were 199 children presity jewelry and gift items, approp- ent at the story hours, while at riate for afl occasions and tastes. (Continued on back page) The regular hours for the store, following the opening day, will be from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. W.' D. Watkins will add to the business with his cutting and pol ishing equipment. He will continue the service of cutting and prepar ing stones, jewels and rocks for collections or other purposes, made to order. Gifts to First 100 Ladles Free gifts will be passed out to the first 100 ladies who enter the store Saturday. Door prizes will be distributed throughout the day and an alarm clock will announce gift time at intervals. At the sound of the alarm, some lucky person in the store at the time will be given a free prize. semi-precio- f school grounds. rides for the children, and auc tions of both farm produce and merchandise. Lehi SUver Band It will be an occasion for bring ing out the Lehi Silver bandwag on, with the band playing, bring ing back to many of the older folks, fond memories of the days when entertainment could be had only on a local basis. The museum board of trustees will again provide a fine program, free to all those who attend. Stake, School, Civic Groups Aid The Lehi Stake Presidency have pledged their whole hearted sup port of the important cause. The city officials and the executive staff of the schools are also giving their full backing toward the success of the venture. It is planned to call On every club and ca ganization in the community to aid with time, materials and ideas to carry out the details of the fund raising effort. Although there are still some details an minor problems to be ironed out, the fine attitude of the various organizations has raised a glow of anticipation in the committee and the board, Mr. Peterson reported, and it is expected that Lehi citizens and their friends and former residents will rally to- . A U Gratifying response wag received from Lehi's clubs and organizations at a meeting called by the Community Carnival committee, Monday night, it was reported by Virgil H. Peterson, commttee chairman for the annual event. Assisted by G. W. Leany and Russell Innes on the central committee, Mr. Peterson has outlined plans for a very busy and enjoyable day of recreation. Saturday, Aug. 27, at Wines Park. Primary purpose of the event, the third of its kind, is to raise funds for construction of the Hutchings Museum building, now started on an appropriate location in a section of the Elementary Water, Sewer Problems Aired by City Council Opening Aug. vv-,- : 52 City Clubs, Organizations Join in Plans For Community Carnival ' Ron's Jewelry Slates Grand h 'JCWk Number was displayed. Lehi Businessmen , 11. 1960 PLAN COMMUNITY CARNIVAL ACTIVITIES Representatives of ladies' clubs and civic organizations turned out last Monday night to discuss plans and accept assignments for the annual Community Carnival, to be held August 37. A fine spirit of cooperation by individuals and group leaders to Two Lehi Road Shows to Compete Meet Friday at 7 a.m. An early breakfast meeting has been called for 7 a.m., FriFor District Honors Next Friday for Lehi at Futur la Lehi 21 My-:-: '1111111 Toar EM UM motc Mi mis stake-hous- I fill LEHI. UTAH, THl'RSDAV, Al GIST Jrids Pkitt Ward members and the public are invited to attend the District "A" meet for 'MIA road shows, to be held Friday, August 12, at e 8 p.m. at the Timpanogos in Pleasant Grove, according to Mrs. Pauline Smuin; Lehi Stake MIA drama director. Two road shows from Lehi will participate this year, including the troop from the Fifth Ward and those representing the First Ward. The Fifth Ward show, "Farmyard Fables," composed and directed by Lois Davis, features Mrs. Vera jcJl . - Grand Prizes Five grand prizes will be awarded at 6 p.m., Mr. Peterson announced. To compete for these prizes, residents are asked to fill out the coupon attached to the advertisement which appears on another page in this issue of the Free Press. Just fill it out and drop it in the box placed conveniently for that pipose as you enter the store. You need not be present at the drawing to win, according to Mr. Peterson. Robert Stephensen Dies Suddenly Robert Reed 46, Stephensen, 6 a.m. in a Salt Lake City hospital of a heart ailment, following a short illness. He became 111 Friday and was taken to the hospital, but his condition was not rated as critical. He was born in Levan, Juab County, Feb. 20, 1914, a son of George C. and Anna Christina Chrlstensen Stephensen. He was married to Nola Williams, Feb. 20, 1933, In Fountain Green, Sanpete County, the marriage later solemnized in the Salt Lake Temple. Mr. Stephensen was employed as management trainer for the Gen eva Steel Co. He was a member of the LDS Church and had been acd tive in the Senior Aaronic organization while in American Fork. He is survived by his widow; his father, Levan; and daughters, Mrs. (Continued on Back Page) died Saturday at Prist-hoo- ft dtfrnrdrnk. MR. AND MRS. JAY G. COX Mr. and Mrs. Jay G. Cox Accept Mission Assignment to Gulf States Jay G. and Martha Ann Taylor Cox have accepted a call to serve in the Gulf States Mission, and will enter the LDS Mission Home in Salt Lake Gty, August 22. A farewell testimonial in their honor will be held in the First-Sixt- h Ward chapel Sunday, August 14, at 7:30 p.m., with Bishop Wayne Bushman of the First Ward in charge. Friends and family mem bers are invited to join with ward members for the occasion. Their call to the mission field comes as the realization of a long time dream to both Mr. and Mrs. Cox, both 66 years of age, with birthdays coming just four days apart, Dec. 11 and Dec. 15. Both are natives of Lehi and lifelong residents here, coming of sturdy pioneer ancestry. Mr. Cox is a son of William S. and Elizabeth Gardener Cox, with grandparents, Robert and Lenora Cannon Gardener and Jacob and Julia Snow Cox, original settlers at Snow Springs, named for the Snow family. Mrs. Cox Is a daughter of Ebenezer W. and Rebecca South-wic- k Taylor, with William and Martha Coleman Southwick as grandparents. Both are currently members of the ward choir. Mr. Cox is presi dent of the Lehi chapter, Sons of Utah Pioneers, after many years as vice president to David H. Car son in the organization. A member of the High Priests quorum, he served as president of the 68th Quorum of Seventy and was also in the presidency and secretary of his Elders quorum. He has taught in Sunday School and Is currently secretary of the ward Adult Aaronic Priesthood committee. His versatile life has included farmine and stock raising. He worked in operations at the Gen--, eva Steel plant for 16 years and was also employed at the Remington Arms Ordnance plant for 18 months. Photography has long been a favorite hobby. He ran a service station, worked in a age, was a carpenter for, the garHer- cules Powder Company at Bac chus, and also operated a shoe re pair shop for a time. Mrs. Cox busy life has included a long period of service in her - ward Primary, presidency; she has taught in Sunday School and MIA and currently heads the quilting committee in Relief Society. All of their children in this area plan to attend the meeting, as will Mr. Cox' only full brother, MaHn Cox of Pine Valley, near St. George. - , . Program Mrs. Eva Carson will play the devotional music and the entire congregation will sing the opening song, "How Firm a Foundation." will offer Elmo Lee, a the invocation. The choir will sing the sacramental song, "Open the Gates of the Temple." Following the sacrament service, Glen Burgess will sing a solo, "I'll Go Where You Want Me to Go." Remarks will be hearcf Trom Bishop E. B. Garrett and W. Ma. lin Cox, after which "The Lord's Prayer," will be rendered by Mrs. Norine Kopinsky. The two missionaries will Speak, to be followed by an accordion, selection by their , granddaughter, "reKathryn Ryan. Concluding marks will be by Bishop Bushman. The choir and cohgrcgatifln will Be sing the closing song, "God With You Til We Meet ' Again." Nyle Cox, their son, will speak the benediction.. , son-in-la- |
