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Show T A2 The Times-lndependen- Thursday, March 6, 1986 t, total spending and a 7 percent raise in a teachers salary for a decade of service. Actually where did all that money collected for educational reform go? Out of every new dollar, 67 cents was devoured by the expenses of the new students in Utah. Meanwhile, costs like transportation and utilities rose 18 percent faster than instructional costs. Jan was talking about embarmoments. She states that These and other factors left about 15 rassing forced into telling cents for your childs education here were occasionally in Moab. Thats why Utahs kids are stories about ourselves simply because someone else knows what now in last place in the nation. Even happened, and they will tell. So we Mississippi spends more per child. have to tell the tale before they do Should UTA get an A for creative F for general writing, or an merely for math? mom and I Says Jan, Recently George Ottinger were on our way to a meeting at a P.S. All of these stats come press convention when one of the publishers, a dear lady friend of my directly from those in the UTA mothers, called mom aside. article. Marge, Ive just got to show you Dear Sam, this. Much to my dismay I was not I enjoyed reading the tribute to let in on the secret, but I later found out that the publisher was wearing your dad and it brought back one brown shoe and one blue shoe. nostaligic memories of early Moab. They were not only different colors, but different styles altogether. No one noticed this mismatch. She could have gone all evening without anyone knowing at all, but something inside made her share Do you ever get the feeling that her secret with mom. you are being exploited by power So, its out. I did it once before, and now I did it again. But, lets get games you dont understand? Are your employees obstructing you and the facts straight, Jan. It was one the goals of your organization? blue shoe and one black shoe. navy Would you like to be more effective And because you are also one of my in your personal and professional most favorite people. Ill not tell life? here what YOU did at the press Developing the Personal and convention. (She told on herself, Professional Self is being offered folks, but Such doings will not be in Moab for half its usual price reprinted here. But, of course, this March 13 through 15, and it will weeks issue of The Reaper is right provide practical tools for these here on my desk, open to the issues, according the Sheri Griffith, editorial page.) local sponsor of the seminar. Everyone has a need to be more effective. This course will give each student the pragmatic management tools to more effectively manage themself, and to more effectively manage their professional dealings with other people and organizations. This seminar guarantees solutions, said Ms. Griffith. The seminar is being held in the retreat atmosphere of Pack Creek and, proceed to the area of Castle Ranch, so that participants jwill be Rock, down into r Professor Valley away from all possible distractiohs and circle back to the Castle Valley and interruptions. Three days will Academy. be spent intensively dealving into Participants should bring their several facets of successful lives, own lunch and plan to be home such as self image, effective comleader Brundage around 3 p.m. munication, negotiation, time mansaid the trails will not be difficult to agement, goal setting, risk taking, i iiRis passing will leave another big hole in the family. We havent lost clan for l one of the immediate 3 several years now, but each one vJeaves a hole. They mend them-;- f pelves to a great degree, with the addition of new members to the or birth. K dan, either by marriage -- had just returned Sun-- y than usual. ,n' 1 fully expect that niece Ann will bring her new husband here to get acquainted with the familys home- hearth country soon. The rest of 1 them all have. aft jB T relate an l'fex)erience from the recent press convention in my column last week, 4-- I would promised Trailride r. The Castle Valley J)ust Devils a groups are gedfirig "tip for their warm weather activities now with a trail ride planned for March 22. The ride, which is open to anyone who would like to join in, will start at the home of Larry Brundage at 9 a.m. u 4-- The Times-lndepende- Council City (Continued from Al) many old timers here felt the same way, sort of a review of Moabs early history. Bish and my husband, A.M. (Lon) Robertson served as county commissioners together for many years. When the Taylor Grazing Act was being formulated in Washington, D.C., the commissioners were invited to come and represent Grand County but both Bish and Lon were reluctant to make the trip. Lon said he had a ranch to take care of with lambing time coming soon and Bish said he just couldnt get away either. Lon said, Bish, you go, you have a better education and everything. But Bish said, No, I have a paper to print and no help. Sis has never written a line. So Lon said, Bish, pack your bags, Rosalie can write the news while youre gone. Just then an auction sale was 4 going on in an apartment above Family Budget Bldg, to settle the estate of Tom Mix. Bish and Lon bid on a Remington .typewriter for $25.00 and I was all set to gather the news while Bish went to Washington. The old Remington typewriter has since conked out but Im still writing news for the It seems to have become a habit. Rosalie Robertson Times-lndepende- H and teamwork. Also on the schedule are Playing the Game, selling techniques, body image, and controlling attitude and motivating self. The Playing the Game module will be highly enlightening to anyone who finds themself complaining that they just dont know how to It is based on the . play the game! realization that any endeavor can be considered a game, with goals, obstacles, rules, penalties, and risks. The course allows participants to with political play the game savvy by becoming goal oriented, building alliances, bartering favors, developing munication adaptable Holiday Haven would like to put up a fence along Fifth West on city property, and a use lease would be granted until the city wanted the property back. Paul Arthur wrote a letter . to the council stating that because he was moving to ENJOYING NEW HOME Bob Reid and wife Domia spent the weekend in Moab in their new home in Spanish Valley and visiting RETURNED FROM ARIZONA Mn and Mrs. Don (mildred) Jones have returned from a vacation trip to Arizona where they enjoyed basking in the sunshine though they found Moab to be just as nice. FLAGMAN CLASSES The UDOT will be holding Flagman Classes, Wed., March 12 at 7 p.m. in the Courtroom of the Courthouse. The public is welcome. Each of the issues listed will be dealt with in this manner. The first day will begin at 6 p.m. and go to 10 p.m. , with full days being spent (8 to 5) on Friday and Saturday. The course is being taught by noted speaker, trajner, teacher, and entrepreneurial business woman Billi Ramsberger. Ms. Ramsberger is known for her dynamic and humorous teaching techniques, and students should find the seminar both highly enlightening, and enjoyable. The couse is being exclusively offered in Moab on March 13 to 15 for half price, due to sponsorship by Sheri Griffith. Class size will be limited and early registration is recommended. Contact Sheri Griffith at P.O. Box 1324, Moab, Utah 84532, or call (801) . 259-822- 9. ride. The group recently held a cook-onear the Porcupine Ranch. 6309-200- 0) Published Each Thursday at 35 East Center Street, Moab, Grand County, Utah 64532 POSTMASTER: Send Change of Address to: The P. O. Box 129, Moab, Utah 84532 Samuel J. and Adrien F. Taylor Publishers and Editors )ebra Gwinn Assistant to the Publishers Jorothy Anderson Circulation Manager ton Drake Production Foreman. Sales Pressman tj,tendy Andrus Times-lndependen- t, Kead All About your hometown in the The Times-lndepende- nt Only $12.50 in Area and $18 out of Area for 52 news filled issues once a week local news TV guide special features lots of advertising Subscribe Now! Times-lndepende- P.O. Box 129 Moab, UT 84532 Name. Approximately twelve members and others rode to the ranch and found a little valley to escape the rather brisk wind that prevailed that day and enjoyed barbequed hamburgers before returning home. At an organization meeting held last week, new officers were elected which includes; Martha Sullivan, president; Dawn Harper, vice president; Dawn Drake, reporter; and Hannah Lowry, secretary. At a town meeting sponsored by the Town Council which was held last Jan. 28, the council members were desireous to know the thoughts of the residents to help them to know the direction the town should take on different issues. It was a positive meeting. Each council member outlined their progress and desires regarding their area of responsibility on the council. The audience was then asked to comment on a variety of subjects such as firearms safety, air quality, free roaming livestock, domestic animal control, zoning enforcement, light pollution and sound pollution. Many people related their bad experiences regarding some of those topics and they would probably like to see ordinances enacted to prohibit the problems. Councilman Tom Rees made a good point though. He suggested in effect, that if everyone made an effort to be a responsible citizen, if some thought was given about how our action will affect our neighbor, many problems wouldnt arise. If a youthful horse rider had thought abut the consequences before he took two rails off the fence near the main gate to make a short-chome as recounted by one resident, the cows that sometime roam outside the River Ranchos wouldnt have flooded into the ut Address. Phone enclose $12.50 or $18 for one year or $24 and $35 for two years cash - with eleven students- involved. The total cost per student is $843, and the council approved funding the way for one student. The council also approved a letter of support for Central Services for Community Development Block Grant Funding. Following discussion, the council tabled action on defining convenience store as related to Class III Beer Licenses. In the meantime, information will be elicited from other cities of similar size on Class III Beer Licenses. The council approved being the grantee for a grant for Community Awareness and Support Alliance from the Utah Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice. Requests to advertise for a pool manager, swimming caretaker for the old city park and recreation board member at large were approved by the - Finally, the council adjourned into executive session to discuss a notice of claim and intent to file suit regarding a zoning issue. Let Us Save You Money on Your Next Printing Order! The Times-lndepende- SIGNALS 4-- H Entered as Second Class Matter at the Post Office at Moab, Utah under the Act of March 3, 1897. Second Class Postage Paid at Moab, Utah 84532. Official City and County Newspaper. Mail to: The Grand Highs participation, - council. From the Moab Fire Department ut in your mail Representatives from Grand County High School also appeared to ask for funds to' send students to Washington, D.C. to participate in the Close Up program of government study. This is the second year of ' relatives. ef- fectively, understanding male female systems, and developing personal and organizational power. Approval and permission were given to the combined fourth grade class of Marsha Marshall and Linda Groff to plant flowers on the west side of Main Street between Center and First North. They will put out cans to raise money for the project. VISITING FROM PHOENIX Mr. Charles (Skip) Tanner, former Moabite, was here from Phoenix, AZ for a visit with his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Dallas Tanner and oldtime friends. com- styles, negotiating week. f nt (USPS Wyoming, he was resigning from the Recreation Board, effective immediately. : After a brief discussion on the building inspectors hours, it was stated that he is in his office on Monday and Tuesday, and is on call for the remainder of the Pg. Im sure Personal development will be theme of seminar here day from California and the wedding of a niece, this ebb and flow of life has been much more apparent to me ' Dear Sam, The watchdog, the Utah Taxpayers Assn., did a study of public education in Utah from 1975 to 1985. They show a 196 percent rise in total spending and a 111 percent teacher raise. But they forgot to adjust for inflation. The real figures are a 50 percent rise in and several people noticed that I didnt. Sams comment before he was called away was that if I didnt write about it, he would. He didnt, and now doesrit have to, since someone else did. Opening to the editorial column of the Richfield Reaper this morning, I read Just Stuff by Jan (Fuellen-bac- h Sam is in California this week, doing the things he needs to do attendant to the death of a brother-in-laBill Zogg. Uncle Bill, to us: one of the two uncles after whom our youngest son was named. Bill was one of those individuals who could be very imposing and awe imspiring when he wanted to be, but to the family he was a wonderful softie. Im sure every family has an Uncle Bill type. He was in Moab for a family last summer, and by way of reunion t ' explaining the Uncle Bill humor he laid on all of us, 1 would like to share the following. He phoned, we assume to inquire some detail of the planned , about o, events. Daughter answered the Do you want to talk to my ,( phone. h parents, Uncle Bill? she asked. No, I want to talk to you, he a replied. I just wanted to know do you mess around? J' Since we Our readers write ... check valley. Driving a little slower to minimize the dust, controlling our dogs and deflecting our yard lights are other things we should be mindful of. Instead of filling books with laws and ordinances, how nice it would be if one neighbor could talk to another politely about an annoyance he is plagued with and the two were responsible enough to work out a solution. What are symptoms of childhood depression? Childhood depression can be difficult to diagnose because of the varying behaviors from one childhood stage to another. Children, like adults, also have temporary and normal periods of depression. If symptoms similar to those of depressed apathy, sleeping and eating disturbances-continu-e for several weeks or months, then a depressive disorder may be indicated. Children can also have feelings of worhtlessness, hopelessness, and despair, and can also have suicidal thoughts. Sometimes the depression of a child can be mixed in with other problems, such as delinquency, school problems, or psychosomatic complaints. A close examination of the childs thinking and functioning is needed in these cases to reveal underlying depression. Loss of love or attention from someone the child depends upon for love and care may start an acute depressive episode. Death or prolonged absence of a loved one, or the emotional withdrawl of a significant person can all be losses that may begin depression. Depression in response to this type of situational stress is usually temporary and does not recur. Symptoms usually fade after the child receives the needed attention. Chronic depression is not caused by a single event and is associated with genetic factors, on going environmental stress, or a combination of both. Chronic depression in children has been seen in children who have a chronically depressed parent, in abused children, and in children who have had several separations from important caretakers. Treatment is important for depressed children. Several studies show that untreated childhood depression can lead to problems in adolescence and adult life. Parental counseling and family therapy are usually the preferred treatment for helping depressed children. Play therapy can be used for younger children and older children can adults-sadnes- s, sometimes therapy. benefit from individual Most people have a natural fear of fires and burns, but feel relatively safe in smoke. The Moab Fire Dept, warns that smoke is the real killer in a fire. About eight of every ten fire deaths are due to breathing poisonous smoke and gases. Some victims never even see the flames. Since smoke is lighter than air, it rises. In a building, it will go to the ceiling first and then bank down. It will wind up stairs and down hallways. To prevent smoke inhalation, get low and go. Crawl to the nearest exit as quickly as possible. Once out, stay out. Although you cant see it, smoke is filled with toxic gases. Plastics in particular give off a highly poisonous gas when burned. Since most homes have a large amount of plastic furnishings and most offices use many furnishings and machines made of plastic, these fires can be deadly. In addition, smoke contains carbon monoxide, a tasteless, odorless gas that causes confusion, reduced mental capacity and eventually death. It is important to stay low to avoid breathing a large amount of these poisons. It is also important to install and maintain smoke detectors toprovide an early warning to fire and smoke. Exposure to smoke for even a few seconds or minutes can be fatal. Smoke detectors give you the extra edge you need to escape safely. Every family should have a home fire escape which includes the use of smoke detectors and a knowledge of stay low and go. Even- young children can be taught to respond properly. No matter where a fire is... in a home... a shopping center... a hotel-a- n office.. .a church.. .or wherever, the response is the - same-STA- LOW AND GO. " Teacher to Parent Helping your child succeed rS by Betty Condie President, Utah Education Association When three-year-oBob awoke in the middle of the night screaming in pain and holding his ear, I knew he had one of those acute ear infections. I was scared enough that night to take him to the hospital emergency room and get the druggist out of bed to fill a prescription, but I would have worried even more if I had realized that frequent ear infections can cause language deficiencies. ld ciucial time. Medical studies show that 75 percent of children have at least one ear infection by age three. Parents concerned about their kids language development can use these guidelines: At six months children should babble. At one year they should say more than mama and dada. By two years they should speak in sentences or have a two-wor- Ear infections in children may cause temporary hearing loss that can affect language development. The worst part of the infection usually clears up in a week or so, but fluid may remain up to four months, say audiologists. These infections dont usually cause permanent damage, but children can miss out on hearing and language development during this d vocabulary of 50 words. At three years children should be able to name objects such as ball, crayon, cup and spoon. If your young children suffer frequent ear infections, have them routinely screened and pay close attention to their speech develop- - . ment. Its worth a trip to the doctor-eve- n in the middle of the night. ' |