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Show Sat/Sun/Mon/Tues, March 25-28, 2017 B-7 The Park Record Word War II dog tag discovered in old log cabin, brought to the veteran’s daughter ASHLEIGH FOX The Sheridan Press SHERIDAN, Wyo. (AP) — As a 12-year-old girl, Glenna Conley received little gifts from Italy, where the Army stationed her father, Clark Twiss, during World War II. Conley recalled pink alabaster bowls unique to Italy and bracelets sent over the Atlantic Ocean. This year, for her 85th birthday, she again received a gift from her father, but this time it came from the hands of a young woman. Two years ago, Sarah Nielsen camped with friends at Park Reservoir, up the now-established Red Grade Road, for a weekend away. While walking down the road, the group found an old cabin with a shed and decided to poke around for a bit. “I like to look for artifact things and when I looked down I saw it was kind of shiny but not really,” Nielsen said. “You could tell it was something significant because it wasn’t just a rock, so I just picked it up and at first you couldn’t really see anything. Then I realized it was a dog tag and from how beat up it was you could tell that it had been there for quite a while.” Nielsen brought it back to her father, Jeff, knowing that he also enjoyed artifacts. Jeff Nielsen cleaned it up and tried searching online for the name on the tag: Clark Twiss. He had no luck with his online search. “I found a Twiss name from Ohio or something but I knew it wasn’t the right name,” he said. “I just thought, ‘Well, I’ll look at it some other time,’ and I put it up and I’d forgotten about it.” Two years later, he rummaged through the container where Twiss’ dog tag lived. This time, Jeff Nielsen handed the researching off to a coworker, Mark Torbert. An easy search Torbert and his sons served in the military and found the factfinding task fascinating. Torbert researched online as well, finally coming up with Conley’s name, phone number and even address. “I couldn’t believe it,” Jeff Nielsen said. “She was still in Sheridan and we found a phone number and everything. The Internet is just amazing.” A day after Conley celebrated her 85th birthday, the father and daughter Nielsen duo appeared I couldn’t believe it. She was still in Sheridan and we found a phone number and everything. The Internet is just amazing.” Jeff Nielsen Sheridan, Wyo. at her door with the precious gift: her father’s dog tag. “It’s like heavenly father gave me a special blessing for my birthday,” Conley said. “He gave me a part of my daddy back again.” Twiss served four years in the U.S. Army in Italy. A summer at the reservoir The World War II veteran then lived in Sheridan working as a hay contractor and as a caretaker at Park Reservoir in the summer. He lived in the cabin Nielsen and her friends came across two summers ago. Conley’s oldest son spent summers in the Bighorn Mountains with his grandfather until Conley and her family moved to Billings for a few years and Twiss relocated to Story. Twiss contracted brain cancer and moved back into town, and Conley eventually moved back as well. “When (the brain cancer) started coming back, he ended up taking his own life, so it makes it.” Conley paused, “I love the dog tag.” Conley keeps a scrapbook filled with family genealogy and memories, including letters and photos from her father’s time in the military. She placed the dog tag between two photos of her father in uniform, preserving that piece of her father in her scrapbook. Some of the pets at Nuzzles & Co. looking for love These animals are available to be seen at the Nuzzles & Co. Adoption Center and Rescue Ranch. Our Adoption Center is open Monday through Friday from noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is located in the Tanger Outlets in Kimball Junction. Our Rescue Ranch is open Monday through Saturday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., and closed Sunday. The Rescue Ranch is located at 6466 N. Highview Road in Peoa. Tamra Archer Cactus Snuffy Tamra is a spunky and sweet 18-month-old domestic shorthair with a beautiful orange tabby and white coat. She’s playful, snuggly and loves people. Tamra gets along well with other cats, too. She’d love a companion to play with. Archer is a handsome 1-year-old domestic shorthair with a shiny black coat. He is outgoing and enjoys the company of other cats and all people. Archer will let his playful side out every now and then, but chin scratches and snuggles are his favorite things. Cactus is an adorable 1-year-old brown-tabby domestic shorthair. She loves people and other cats. She has one of the cutest meows you’ll ever hear, too. This sweet cat is looking for a loving home where she can relax and be spoiled rotten. Snuffy is a handsome and loving tabby and white domestic shorthair. He’s about 11 years old, and he would love to find a forever home where he can be someone’s companion and best friend. He loves attention and is happiest where his people are. Wonder Rueben Dougan Sandy Wonder is a 2-year-old border collie mix. She may only have three legs, but that doesn’t slow her down. She’s very friendly but a little on the shy side, and she’s looking for that special person who will be patient with her as she adjusts to her new life. Rueben is a very affectionate 2-year-old cattle dog mix. This happy guy would make a great first dog for an active family. He’s fine with being the only pet in the home but would also do well with other pets, as long as there’s a proper introduction. This smart fella is just under 2 years old and is looking for a home that will keep him mentally and physically stimulated with hikes, games and a other jobs. Dougan is one smart pup. He’s good with other dogs and loves to play. Sandy is a sweet 3-year-old pit bull terrier mix. With proper introduction, she could be good with nondominant dogs. Sandy will do best in a moderately active household with children ages 12 and older. She needs some basic training, but is eager to learn and please. Wanted: Volunteers These not-for-profit organizations are looking for volunteers. If you would like to include your group in this section, please email information to copyeditor@parkrecord.com. Please limit your entry to no more than 75 words. Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter needs volunteers. Each Saturday, there are several shifts that support the front desk staff during open hours. Give museum tours, run the climbing wall, greet guests and more. Volunteers must enjoy working with the public and have a passion for the natural world. The EcoCenter also can use office support on weekdays. Call Gail Piccoli for information at 435-7978956 or gail.piccoli@usu.edu. to their doctor appointments in Salt Lake City. Any interested individuals need to go through background and driving-record checks. They should expect to dedicate four to six hours on Tuesdays. Individuals interested in volunteering and any seniors interested in using the service should contact Heather Nalette, Summit County senior citizens coordinator, at 435-336-3014. Volunteer Drivers Wanted Summit County is looking for volunteers to drive senior citizens Charter our 44' Fountaine Pajot catamaran, RENDEZVOUS, in either the British or US Virgin Islands. For a full list of volunteer opportunities, visit parkrecord.com/volunteers. SailRendezvous.net 435.640.1400 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY CITIZEN REPRESENTATIVES REQUESTED The Summit County Council is seeking an individual to fill a vacancy on the Administrative Control Board of the Timberline Special Service District. Interested applicants must be registered voters within the district. The role of the Board is to provide for the public health, safety, and general welfare of the residents living within the jurisdictional boundaries of the Timberline Special Service District. The Summit County Council is seeking six local citizens willing to participate in a Kimball Junction Neighborhood Master Plan Blue Ribbon Committee. The Committee will also consist of neighborhood property/business owners; Council and Planning Commission representatives; and staff. The goal of the KJNMP Committee is to create a set of joint planning objectives/ principles and a concept neighborhood land use map for future infill development and redevelopment in Kimball Junction area focusing on: TIMBERLINE SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT Interested applicants must submit your online application at: http://www.summitcounty.org/321/Volunteer-Boards For further information contact: Annette Singleton at 435-336-3025. Deadline for applications is 5:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 5, 2017. KIMBALL JUNCTION NEIGHBORHOOD MASTER PLAN BLUE RIBBON COMMITTEE Land Use Transportation/Transit (including parking) Neighborhood Connectivity Way-Finding Signs This assignment requires a six-month commitment (April through September, 2017). Meetings will be generally held on a weekly basis during normal business hours. Interested applicants must submit your online application at: http://www.summitcounty.org/321/Volunteer-Boards For further information contact: Pat Putt at 435-336-3158. Deadline for applications is 5:00 p.m., Friday, March 31, 2017. |