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Show r .' BUSIM EDITOR: NANCY BLISS A13 THE DAILY HERALD (www.HartlHerald.com) 344-256- 2 MAY 5 2000 FRIDAY. Renowned porcelain artist visits Provo By HAVALAH GHOLDSTON - (V.;- Steve Densley - The Daily Herald PROVO When Juan Vicente Lladro touches down in Provo for one brief afternoon Tuesday, the world-renowne- artist Cm a signing event. The festivities will begin at if armrTuesday "at liOsee Jewelers in CottonTree SquaVe, with plenty of Spanish food and music planned. The artist is scheduled to arrive about 4 p.m. and sign any piece costing $100 or more and purchased through Losee Jewelers for the special 1 (I VI y, p fund-raisin- c . . Steve Densley is president of the Chamber of Commerce. Provo-Ore- m e day' Dick and JoAnn Losee opened their first jewelry store in the valley back in 1956 and , STEPHEN J, CARRERAThe Assodaled Press Sending a warning: Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan warned that banks may be turning cent about risks, in the midst of the current economic expansion. compla- began carrying the unequaled Lladro (pronounced wmm faunas reeiraspain) is admittedly somewhat disquiet-ing,- " Greenspan said. "Such complacency is not justified." Greenspan's warnings were reminiscent of comments he made in March urging banks to economy. In a speech to a banking con- be more careful in their lending to ference, Greenspan called such take into account the fact that the fueled by current economic good times will behavior by banks economic not last forever. the . "somewhat disquietSpeaking Thursday to a conferexpansion ence sponsored by the Federal ing." He warned that banks must Reserve in Chicago, Greenspan not become overconfident in their reviewed some of the new activiability to manage risks, especially ties in which banks are getting as they venture into new types of involved. The changes have been accelerated by the passage in 'financial activitiesL November-;- of landmark legisla, "The possibility that market tion removing Depression-er- a a are developing participants on banks getting of restrictions or a feeling degree complacency that technology has inoculated involved in new areas, such as them against market turbulence securities transactions and insur WASHINGTON; (AP) d , record-breakin- g , ance. Greenspan noted that the legislation had' greatly expanded the opportunities for U.S. banks to get involved in merchant banking activities. In merchant banking, a bank is allowed to buy stock in companies. Greenspan said banks going into these new areas needed to have a good . the event and the winner receives a signed Lladro piece worth $500. Also, everyone who signs up that day will be entered in another drawing to be held at Lladro USA in New Jersey. The winner of that drawing wins a trip for two to Spain, all expenses paid, said JoAnn. For more information about this extraordinary day, call or visit Losee Jewelers in CottpnTree Square, 2230 North and University Parkway in Provo. , , non-financi- understanding of the risks involved. The Fed chief, in his speech 373-100- 0 question and answer, period, did not make any direct comments on current economic growth or the potential threat of inflation. The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates five times since last June, and a follow-u- ) Lladro pieces. This will be the only such event in Utah and surrounding states for years to come. On Tuesday; Losee Jewelers will also hold a drawing during Fed Chairman says complacency is a big risk Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan said Thursday that banks may be turning complacent about risks in the technology-flavore- yah-droh- figurines to Utah Valley customers in the '60s. Only 10 Lladro dealers a year are accorded the privilege of a visit from one of the Lladro family to actually; sign the . re-ele- will leave his formof Here's to those witn courage 10 run for office d porcelain figurine mark in the Spanish It's spring and the political flower is in full bloom. If the flower can avoid the frost and stay in the sunshine, it just might survive to bring some joy to those who have planted, watered and weeded. It needs a lot of fertilizer and care to become the bright, healthy flower of summer. This is the season for those citizens who have the ego, the time, the money and the required slight touch all those big shot politiof insanity cians who everyone seems to want to complain about or demean, started r just like you and me. They were once just ordinary citizens. At the point they made the decision to step into the political arena, they were suddenly fair game to blame for every problem on the planet. They listened to a few friends whisper in their ear that they would be great as a Senator or Congressman and those few friends sound like the Mormon Tabernacle time. Choir by sign-uTheir hearts and egos want to run. Their common sense says no. Few ' realize how difficult that decision is, especially for the top spots. Most people think politics is the ultimate ego trip. It's a celebration of self interest with exciting rallies, conventions, headlines, bright lights and adoring followers. In reality, that's just a lot of baloney. For many major candidates, campaigning becomes a -affair, devastatlonely, ing to family life and finances. Far more candidates lose than win. A campaign has its bright spots. But only those who have been there really understand how lonely political life can be and how vulnerable a citizen becomes by placing his or herself into the public limelight. The worst part of running for public office is especially for a candidate in a difficult, uphill battle. More than one candidate has confided that calling people to ask for money can be a humiliating, degrading thing. If you don't have the money to get out your message, it's going to be a cold growing season. Begging for money is mandatory or you spend your own, if you have" any. In the middle of such a session, few candidates have not leaned back, sighed, considered the state of the campaign, the neglect of family and profession, and asked, "what in the world am I doing here?" They cautiously evaluate their own personalities to determine if they have the mental toughness to take criticism without falling apart. It's wrenching to be criticized publicly, especially when a campaign ' becomes mean and personal. The evaluation of those who are already --in office and are running for tion is a topic for a whole different day. Are we driving our most credible and creative citizens out of consideration of public service? I wonder if we are not creating a society where running for public office exacts such a price that no one will be willing to pay. When they finally get elected, the first thing we say to them is to cut our taxes, increase our entitlements and do it in a noble manner so that we can have pride and respect in them. The bashing of politicians actually begins the minute they become candidates. Instant opposition research begins. Have they ever got- TTena "ticket? Have they ever missed" voting? Have they ever attended a legislative session, city council meeting or county commission hearing? If that sounds a little silly, you've never been in a political race. I respect those who are willing to, step forward in public life and brave the barking dogs and slamming doors. The candidates may not all be superstars with exactly your same viewpoint, but you must admire them for their willingness to get involved and work for what they believe is right or just. . p . - Havalah Gholdston can be or reached at havalah2yahoo.com., 344-255- 8 From tunnels to homes, friends build together es together. By ANNE GOLDEN Their . parents The Daily Herald One HEBER evening, when their famiwere lies gathered together to watch TV, Mark Scott and Brian Bouch hatched a great plan. They were cousins and they didn't get a chance to see each other much, so they decided to build a tunnel to join their hous went along with the idea, so the boys got started. . "Our parents let us do that because they knew we'd get about three or four feet along and wear out," said Scott. It was a huge project they were taking on. They actually lived about 10 to 12 miles apart. "I'm more of a tunnel rat than Mark," said Bouch. "I got about 20: feet along with my end of the tunnel, while Mark only got 6 to 8 feet along." Bouch mused about the magic of childhood, that two boys would think that they could company. And they're opening , each other. have They their warp through the earth's core through their tunnel and be able to play with -- newer dreams now. Bouch and Scott got together 16 years ago and started, a home building Bikers to ride for good cause shop, there will be a band, a By ANNE GOLDEN barbe-Jxuean- d a giveaway of leather The Daily Herald vests, shirts, hats, gloves and some certificates. It's time to play some giftMark Comer, another owner, OREM poker, eat some pork and take a says that there's a large biker comlong motorcycle ride in the country. munity in Utah County, but the And raise some money for the bikers defy stereotypes. Bikers Against Child Abuse while "There's a huge group of people you're at it. ; who ride in Utah County," Comer This "Pork and Poker Run" is said. "There's lawyers, doctors, conhappening Saturday as part of the struction workers, postal workers grand opening of the American and more." The. owners want the money SpecialtiesIndian Motorcycles of Orem. from the ride to go to BAKA, So far 50 bikers have already because it's a cause they believe in. The shop has a unique type of signed up, and Gary Klobas, one of the owners, expects 250 bikers to motorcycle. travel on, the scenic According to Comer, Indian bike ride. motorcycles were invented before in the As the bikers gather Harley Davidson bikes in the early 1900s. Then, around 40 years ago, be their given morning, they'll biker ride pin, a map and their first the Indian bikes ceased being made. poker card. Well, now the Indian bikes are At each stop, another poker card and are available at the new back will be dealt to their hand. The last in Orem, along with some precard will be dealt back at the new shop owned Harleys. ; motorcycle shop after the approxi- viously bike ride. mately three-hou- r Anne Golden can be reached at be They'll taking the scenic or route around the back side of Utah Utahi3usine88Newsaol.com. Lake and around Spanish Fork Canyon. And the fun won't stop there. After the bikers get back to the poker-playin- g their newest development in Heber this Saturday. They build million-dolla- r homes, and they also build affordable starter homes. One of their goals is to bring the quality of more-expensiv- quality into every home they build. "Our homes have an open feeling," Bouch said. You can learn more homes about : their through their Web site at or call BERLANDING e homes into their starter homes. They are builders, and they try to bring the same prize-winnin- g Anne Golden can be or reached at UtahBusinesfiNews(")aol.c 344-256- 2 om. IF YOU GO Date: Saturday, May 6 Time: Register 9 a.m. SpecialtiesIndian Motorcycles of Orem 948 Cost: $15.00 Location: American N. State Street, Orem The future is in your hands If you have an interest in helping others plan their financial future, then you may have a great future with Waddell & Reed. As a personal financial advisor you'll d financial services including provide mutual financial planning, funds, retirement and college sayings plans. Excellcntbusiness and earnings potential. Get your hands on a great opportunity. client-centere- Call today. 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