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Show Thursday. October Th J 25. 1984 - Page THE HERALD. Provo. Utah, The Herald, its readers, syndicated columnists and cartoonists discuss vital issues 37 pJ$!f r . UYI The Herald Comments C WARE'S TriE BEEP? I ) ebeste Didn't Match Nype It was supposed to be the "Thnlla in Manila" of the political season. The underdog challenger flush with the excitement of success in the first round was painted by the coynos-cent- i as being poised to deliver the knockout punch. ri U7,4i The champ dazed by a was to blindside blow come off the ropes and dazzle us with his footwork and give the upstart a boxing gb lip' lesson. President Ronald Reagan and Walter Mondale did exchange sharp political punches in their second and final debate Sunday, but it was not the championship bout of the 1984 presidential race. The second round in Kansas City was widely touted as the most important event of the campaign. Since the first round in Kentucky when Mondale assumed the title "Louisville Slugger" for his Feedback strong performance, Who Loses in Cable Change? Editor, Herald: The Daily Herald published a UPI news release, Oct. 15, that states "the (Cable TV pornography) initiative ... would prohibit programs considered 'indecent' as defined by the law." This is not true. Rave review movies like Kramer v. Kramer and others, would not be banned just because of an indecent scene or two as the UPI release insinuates. Kramer v. Kramer, a movie that has been shown many times on regular network television, simply by frontal omitting one nudity scene, could be shown under the cable TV law using the ing of any redeeming value would be omitted from cable broadcasts by the requirements of the statute. Incidentally, this statute will not ultimately deprive viewers or purveyors of "freedom of choice." The cable companies will still have the freedom to show indecent material ... as long as they don't mind paying a price to do so. And viewers could still go to Salt Lake City adult movie theaters to find sufficient smut, so who's really losing out in this deal? Sherry Shinkoskey P.O. Box 2307 Provo same screening procedure. Noth Cable Regulation Needed Editor, Herald: Concerning the upcoming vote on a law to restrict obscenity and indecency on cable TV in Utah, I keep hearing people say, "I don't think we have the right to restrict what people do in the privacy of their own homes." They might as well say we shouldn't restrict the use of illegal drugs "in the privacy of ones own home.' The fact is, people under the influence of drugs go around hurting and killing innocent people. And people overstimulated by a steady diet of sex perversion go around committing child abuse, rapes and murders. BYU didn't need signs around It is campus that say "Warning not safe to walk alone in this area after dark" before lower standards of decency in entertainment became popular. But it could get worse. Some say this law will be declared unconstitutional. However, the U.S. Supreme Court decided in 1973 that it is not unconstitutional to prohibit obscene material, and in 1978 they decided that regulating "indecent material" was not unconstitutional. (see Utah Voter Information Pamphlet, page 32). Noel Smith Rt. 1 Box 410A Springville found our dog, your article prompted many calls and ally opened up our best that Charlie is now in the can Fork (Highland) area. We also want to thank eventu- lead Ameri- all the employees of the Utah County Animal Shelter. We have made many calls at the shelter and have found all of the employees helpful, concerned, and willing to listen and do all they can to help. We especially want to acknowledge the special help given to us by Kelly Gwynn, who works at the shelter. She does everything she can possibly do to reunite every lost pet with every distraught owner. We are indeed fortunate to have personnel such as this maintaining the Utah County Animal Shelter. Still hoping for our reunion. Van and Maxine Orton 1058 E. 920 N. Orem Teud' Episode Disgusting Editor, Herald. I have just witnessed KCPX on television a program in the worst taste I can imagine. I'm certain that TV stations get letters all the time from individuals and groups opposing violence and sex on TV, but what I have just seen epitomizes the very real danger of desensitiza-tio- n of the public and the palpable harm careless television programming does the young viewer. Today on Family Feud, the families, or tearm of contestants, were made up of celebrity "teenagers." They ranged in age from about 12 to 19 years old. The majority were child television stars; one was a Miss Teenage America. And there, right amongst the other "teens," stood Playboy zine's 30th Annviersary Maga- play- mate. Understand that I have no ill will towards this girl, and as a secondary school English would oppose censorship of either Playboy or your programming. I was, however, deeply saddened to see this attractive young woman in the midst of the other "children" and to realize that a great many of the women who expose themselves for profit from New York to California are under legal age, little more than chlidren themselves. teacher, I wonder just how many ters will be written on let- this topic. The station and the network should consider very seriously how few they get, and what that means. Perhaps they will then examine their programming schedule with a renewed sense of their very grave responsibilities as shapers of public attitude. Bryce E. Eyre 13b S. 1680 W. Provo form bill that died when Congress adjourned earlier in the month and Reagan's of when the opening was presented. session The not a started with a slip knockdown by the president when he stumbled on CIA involvement in Nicaragua and the agency role in the "guerrilla now-famo- guide." But Reagan regained his balance and threw strong punches covering important ground that included Lebanon, arms control, defense spending and Central America. But the ref wouldn't let the fighters continue on their own terms. The panel assembled to probe the positions of the two men vying to lead our country led the candidates down a long and wandering path to discuss a sweeping immigration Star Wars" defense plan. As a result the voters w ere treated to not much of a debate and one that likely will have little impact in November. Both candidates tried to head the debate back to the topics they considered important. Reagan repeatedly used his rebuttal time, not to respond to Mondale's views and charges, but to try and illuminate the issues he wanted before the electorate. Mondale followed suit and, while the juxtaposition of ideas was interesting, it certainly didn't fulfill the advance-man's billing. " re hard for his votes as a senator against the l bomber and the MX missile, saying his rival s record on defense was one of the worst around. Mondale scored in the three areas where he thinks the administration is most arms control, vulnerable Central America and LebaB-- non. Coming just 17 days before an estimated 100 million Americans elect a president, the debate was supposed to either put Mondale on an even footing with the president or let the Democratic challenger drown in a sea of his own rhetoric. It did neither, there was no K.O. Post-debat- Reagan did dazzle, erasing the tired and rambling impression he felt in Louisville. Despite a trip down memory lane in his closing statement, he did not look like a man too old to carry out the job as his most severe critics suggest. The president hit Mondale in K.C. by either candidate. polls gave e Reagan the edge in Round Two but Mondale stayed close. Voter preference polls still show Reagan with a commanding lead over Mondale. There was little in the sop-pos- ed championship fight that was likely to change all' ' that. learn Insurance Types, Rights W'hile you're taking a close look at your insurance needs, remember that insurance is generally thought of in two major areas: Property and Liability Property insurance protects you from losses on property damage caused by such things as vandalism, windstorm, smoke and fire. Liability insurance protects you from any responsibility you'd have to pay for injuries others might sustain or damage to their property. The cost of legal help you might need is also covered by liability insurance. 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Cancel a policy at any time. renada Story Thank You for Search Help Editor, Herald: My wife and I want to thank you for the article you wrote concerning our lost dog, Charlie. We applaud the Herald for articles such as this which bring out the compassion and love we all feel. We were surprised and delighted when we read the article about Charlie and have felt the love and concern of countless of your readers who have written to us expressing their hopes and prayers. While we have not yet those said the second clash could be the one that would sway votes. But what millions Americans saw were two political boxers dancing in the ring, ducking most of the with punches and missing the opobvious regularity portunity to aim for the chin By JACK ANDERSON - A year ago WASHINGTON today American troops landed on the Caribbean island of Grenada yet the public still doesn't know the full story of the invasion. Not only were reporters barred from Grenada for three days, but the Pentagon has yet to release after-actio- n reports on the operation. How did the Marines and Rangers perform in combat? Were they properly led, or were they hampered by poor intelligence and command confusion? Did their weapons work the way they were supposed to? The American public may never know. All we have to go on, even after a year, is the Pentagon's assurance that the Grenada operation was carried off brilliantly in every respect. One illustration of the military's secretiveness is the case of the mysterious helicopters used in the invasion. Eyewitness accounts confirmed by photographs told of several Hughes scout helicopters used extensively on Grenada. Film footage shows one of the choppers crashing and exploding. Dillon found the Hughes choppers listed on the Army's internal master inventory. They include the OH-- 6 1 llMaMMllllllMfll Carol Clark You must pay for any policy only as long as the policy is in force. To Resolve a Problem When you have an insurance problem or question, call your agent or the company. Take specific notes on the conversation, and if you speak with someone other than your agent, ask the name of the person with whom you speak. This could be a valua W as ciates Donald Goldberg and John and newer, improved fJ M The mystery is versions as well. There are at least three different, specially equipped models of the Hughes helicopter, loaded with classified electronic surveil- - Be specific about your problem; If you write, send copies never of documents. Keep a originals copy of your letter for your files; - lance equipment, as well as three MH-- 6 versions believed to be' modified for night missions. According to sources, the mysterious helicopters used in Grenada were based at Fort Bragg, N.C., home of the Army's Special Forces. roamed farther afield. They have shown up in Central America t-i- n d the hands of contra guerrillas fighting the Sandih&ta government of Nicaragua. Eden Pastora, leader of one faction, had three of- - the helicopters. They were among the aircraft stolen from Pastora a few months ago by Pastorals rival, Alfonso Robelo, according to a Pastora aide. More recently, two Alabama National Guard volunteers died in the crash of a Hughes helicopter during a raid over Nicaragua. It was the same type that was on Grenada. Congressional sources suspect the CIA supplied the Hughes helicopters to the contras. If so, this may have been done in violation of congressional restrictions on aid to the guerrillas. The fact that the aircraft isn't listed in the official inventory makes it difficult to tell whether there was a violation or not. Did the CIA supply the Hughes choppers seen on Grenada? If So, why? 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The association will, contact a company andor agent and encourage a resolution of the dispute. The association has no legal authority, however, nor does it have an established mediation arbitration program. Check with your local office or independent agent to find out about programs and literature available locally. The Independent Insurnce Agents of Utah office is located at 780 East South Temple, Salt Lake City, Utah, 3644641. The state insurance department can also provide information, and it may be able to aid you in resolving a problem. Call the Consumer Service section, or write to the section at 160 East 300 South, Salt Lake City, Utah the inventory? Again: WKy-Those are just a few of the riany unanswered questions about! trie ? "It wasn't too long ago when they were burning it." Grenada operation. . What else hasn't the Pentagon deigned to tell the American buB-lie- ? ; My office put these questions to the Pentagon, but a spokesman declined to comment. |
