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Show V I NORTH EMERY --Ck- MERY COUNTY PROGRESS fismBLISED 0 ! leoo Jlooklnj Published etry Thur.-Siat Cale IJple, Utah in the Pftsto'e in Castlj Dale, A First Class Publication Ifcitoi Utah, as Second Cla fitter, under tfe Act of March 3, 1879. 2 years, $5.50. Subscription, in Advanc Emery County Progress he&d -- by Dr. George S. Benson OTK AND REMAIN FREE Here is a statistic every citizen's attention: Count-of ing all elections, an average only 20 out of every 100 people eligible to vote in the U. S. A. OtlATION do vote regularly. With a fictional situation, let us dramatize what Bditor and Publisher CLARH D. ASI15Y .. this actually means. If 100 people were shipwrecked on an island where there appearPrinter Ray E. Ha&singer ed to 'be no hope of ever being found, one of the first fundaDevil Printers .. Don Wayman .. .. mental needs would be for a government of some kind Fjjptectiox, Correspondents: would have to be deviseu against CastleDe 2895 Mrs. Glen Snow animals and possible other mar4249 auders, and a suitable economic Emery, Mrs. Rose Olsen system established through which 6486 Cleveland, to produce the necessities of life Lynn Ann Minchey distribute them and equitably Oraieville, 3330 Mrs. Cristy Humphry the people. among Ferron, 5755 Mrs. Doborah Huntsman What if 80 of the 100 people, when government and economic Huntington, 4221 Mrs. Flora Jensen problems were mentioned, took Clawson, 5533 Mrs. Bessie Wright themselves down to the oceans 9. Greenriver edge and began looking for sea Mrs. E. B. Simonsen slylls, completely indifferent to Elmo, 6637 Mrs. Sarah Pulsipher the formation of the governmental and economic system under which they would live? What if the 2u who remained to form the govern ment were inclined toward a pow erful central government unit nc wouldnt blink at regimenting the people? The Fatal Results Heres what would happen in V-Dathat case: The 20 to whom govy, ernmental decisions had been abdicated would gather up all weaHave you ever thought of November 6, election day. pons. Amongst themselves they would assign the police powers. After some thought, it is easy to see that it is Then as they would make the laws They would arbitrarily decide upjust that. an economic system and (since It is easy to understand that November 6 will be a on the 20 were inclined toward a is. powerful central government) it victory for someone or for some group. The question would be socialislose? to undoubtedly stands who to and win. stands however, who the 20 governmental tic. Thus If each and every one of the registered voters go to the people would become the bureaucracy. making the laws, de polls, it stands to reason that everyone will gain something. ciding what each of the 80 shell We will gain a representative that is chosen by a majority hunters would do, and how much and what kind of shelter of the people. In order to maintain the goodwill of the maj- food each would get for his work. must vote in favor No doubt, in the accepted traority of the people, this representative dition of 20th century politics, J of the majority. the 80 people would be told they electee! not were going to receive freedom, always Sadly enough, our candidates are welfare and security from their small a times perOft of the only the people. majority by They would even be the government. told, no doubt, that they would centage of the voters express their opinion, and on have the privilege of voting and morning following the election, find a candidate, who rep thus enjoy the blessings of Demresents a small group of people, occupying the winners circle. ocracy. Awake Too Late I low' did it happen? Simple! You elect this type of perBut the 80 who hunted shells when or dawdled at the son by staying away from the polls. were being policies government or organizaa hacked A candidate by particular group made would be pretty indifferent until tion has an obligation that lie must fill also. It is not to to the privilege of voting bureauuntil too the it was late, wall actions the public' in general, however, and often his cracy had gathered unto itself sufficient power to withdraw the he contrary to the best good of the country. it a on privilege or at least to make freecandidates of list excellent an we have Fortunately eliminating the mockery by the county level this year, and all should do their utmost to dom of choice. Then theywaswould real realize their enslavement serve Emery county. Care should he taken, and study should and permanent. a "fictional pro be given to all candidates on the ballot however, fftaF'ybttr 'Although this is citiaen what of apathy jeetion the serve vote will he cast for the candidate that will best can do, events very much like have happened in many nagreatest number of people, with no special interest groups these tions where only a small perinvolved. centage of the people have been A wide variety of candidates running for state offices willing to make the sacrifices to actively participate should anise voters to give more thought and consideration necessary in government. The following is the American to their ballots in order that they might he sure their a statement from which I commend Association Bar vote is going in the proper channels. Weigh the qualifica to the attention of all citizens. ' For My Country tions thoroughly, then go to the polls and vote your decision, blood of free men stains The letting no flowery speeches or campaign promises sway my ballot sheet. Whatever others may do, I shall not carelessly your vote. vote not bemake my mark, Regardless of whether you are a Democrat, Republican cause I can, but because I must. that died for this, my voice or an Independent, lets make November 6 a day of victory Those in my government, had a right Vote! to expect that I would prepare with every faculty to use it wisely, honestly, and courageously. They did not die that blind partisans or the reckless might make a game of free elections. Only my secret heart knows week has apthe Council past Castle Dale City during whether I justify the definition of voter as they wrote it in the pointed Aldo Childs as the new' fire chief. reddening sand. If I love my that informed are Citizens of this area of the county country as they did, I question and again in case of fire they should call Castle Dale 2867, and the en- my qualification again the issues and I study carefully minutes. canndidates to determine not what gine will he placed in motion in a matter of a Merrial Johansen, complete or- is best for me or my minority According to Mayor but what is best for my country. ganization is being appointed and the engine has been placed I will not be confused or deby propaganda, slogans, or in the City Hall building, providing an element of speed in ceived histronics. I shield my eyes to the ease of fire. glitter of personalities, purge m An announcement will he made next week in the Pro- mind of passion andfor prejudice the hidand search diligently den truth. I must be free of all gress listing the complete organization. that of conscience In the meantime, the engine is ready to go, and the now influences save vote as if my baland justice. I tlieir chief and other businessmen are willing to donate lot alone decided the contest. And, indeed, your ballot and mine time to see that your homes are provided with the best ol does decide the contest! EDZsasm November 6 V-da- y? November Section Two 1. Jeen-Jal- h Page Seven 1956 demanding Letters to the THE AMERICAN WAY NOT SO FA X MAT ARE YCUA QUALIFICATIONS? UOWOU ARE YOU? CAN YOU USE A TELEPHONE? WHERE ICES YOUft FATHER WORK"-UA- Editor Zest For Living By Lydia T. M. Sorensen Hell never live to reach the hospital," they said when they found him lying on the field after the gunsmoke 'had cleared away. Nevertheless, he was speeded to medical care and his family notified of the accident. When his mother arrived at the hospital, he greeted her with the words, I fooled 'em, didnt I. Mom? Activities at North Emery this will be climaxed by the Sophomore Assembly and Dancea on Friday. They are planning used car Traffic Dance, with lots (for spectators), the jail, drivers licenses, and policemen. ! The lance should be a not, oops ! I mean It should be loads of I'm. In fact, the Sophomores report That was the beginning of his that they are bringing in fun and life. for in seven huge courageous fight iiierrymaklng Rlngsby" trucks. The Music VenThe May morning had begun dor group will furnish the muoic. when the National peacefully to West High Guard assembled at The assembly participants are: participate In ceremonies during Jean McCandless, Song; Nevin Neil-sothe Governors Day review of Anderson, Plano solo; Lynda Cadets. No one dreamed Dennis Johnnie Pantomime; that a real and Connie Richards, vocal duet; drama was about to be enacted, Karen Dye, Reading; Linda Hin-kin- s, an incident destined to change Dance; Ann Seeley, Reading; the life of the young guardsman Bill Potter, Oboe solo; Larry in used cannon who rammed the Leonard and Co., Skit Governor Henry firing a salute to Weak from loss of Four seniors took the National H. Blood. blood, the young man was found Merit test, which is a scholarship several moments later, having in- test set up for geniuses, (inciadvertantly performed his duty as dentally we who took it decided the gun was discharged. that none of us were of genius intelligence). Those taking the to His friends were stunned were Schuyler Seeley, Helen read that he had lost both hands. test Marilyn Geary and -- BUT WHEM HE LOOWF 0IER.1HE Others were shocked &T the news. MoElprang, Judy Jensen. CANDIDATES IN THE V0T1N6 BOOTH It would be a blessing if hed die, said one girl in a student to visit him, he could .joke about apartment. his troubles. Youll see the day that youll Why didnt you oome and see be proud of him," replied another me last week when I was interwho knew him. esting? he asked one of them. that from Proud they might be He won his battle for life. More day as he fought for life against than that, he won the heart and almost certain death. The original hand' of the lovely and capable report had been somewhat ex- young nurse who had helped him. aggerated. Three fingers remained Early in August they were marto him on his right hand, but ried. his condition was severely critical at the In his favor, along with his That fall he registered the he made where a of was University the strength fortitude, clean life, the vigor of strenuous most of his opportunity. By nature he was modest about activity in the fresh air hopping his own accomplishments. He had a milk route. The dairym aim's day began at no need to be otherwise. Boast3 a. m. Few people roused to hear ing is a source of too often substituted for the the jingling of bottles as the hopa run real satisfaction of genuine achper delivered his milk on to the ievement It was my privilege to and returned on a run The ride to school with him the year truck with the empties. championship young man could carry three he won the fencing bottles in each hand between his at the U. I read of it in tho long fingers. In a moment that paper. capability, along with many others, . Why didnt you tell me about it? I asked. had been wiped out He passed it orf with a remark It is awesome to contemplate how, in a single stroke, the cour- so quiet I could scarcely hear. se of a life may be abruptly checkFrom the University he graded. It is Inspiring when one so uated into the field of publlo mishis interrupted makes of service. For years, in one to greater capacity or eighteen fortune a spring-boar- d another, he has conachievement tributed his efforts toward filling This As eventually, after two weeks, the needs of his fellow-mehe began to make a slow gain year, urged by his friends, he is in his grim battle with death seeking the office of governor. he formed new plans to cope with No insignificant part of our the challenge of life. He would American heritage is the lore of heroes who by faith and courage go on to school. IU have to learn to make a moved forward to conquer all but and pass lf! living with my head instead of insurmountable obstaclesthan on something better they my hands, he decided. the state found. Stories of their moral For compensation, Connie Grange, legislature voted to provide him stamina no less than than their Ray Hansen, Ronnie Fox, Sandra Anderson and tuition at the University of Utah, achievements will ever serve to the SOUTH EMERY Carl Barton. pay his hospital, doctor, and nurs- nurture similar qualities in an lives of growing generationns. The costume ball was planned ing expense and grant him for The story of Lorenzo C. Romof $64.00 a month by the class officers, under the allowance deserves a place In the great ten ney years. and Albrecht direction of Keith American were allowed legend. friends time the By Philip Nelson. and Karen chose Petty They Lyle Fox to reign over their dance as king and queen. The most outstanding costume prize was awarded to Benny Rex ALbrechtsen, Who was dressed as the devil, second prize was given to Jerry Funk as an old crippled OLYMPIA ROYAL REMINGTON man, and third prize was given to Ned Huntsman who was a SMITH CORONA Sheriff. They were given candy according to their listing. the Juniors Monday morning and Seniors held a personality poll. The Seniors under the supervision of Perry Snow chose Annette Anderson, Ned Huntsman, The Juniors chose their class Doris Crook, Lee Rasmussen and 23. rings last Wednesday, Oct. Sunny Johansen. The Juniors chose Connie They chose the ring In the form of the SHAPE. (And not MariGeorge Peacock, Jolene Mof-fi- tt and Darwin Jensen. Their lyn Monroes either). The display of the rings was supervisors were Loie Beach and shown by Mr. Clyde Grey from LaVell Johnson. At 10:30 the following morning, the Josten Manufacturing Comall the girls met in the Home Ec. panyThe South Emery Band under room and the boys met In the Adding Machines the direction of LaVell Johnson auditorium. We were separated for was invited to attend the Price the purpose of discussing many Typewriters Homecoming as honored guests of the problems facing the student ast Thursday, Oct 25. body as a whole. Col Carbon the arrived at We Sunny Johansen acted as chairRepaired OlThe best place to buy your portable typewriter is lege Football Stadium at about man of the girls and Bruce the of 9 oclock where we lined up in sen acted as chairman from your local office esuipment dealer. our marching order and made boys. The problems discussed were ourselves ready for an inspecUon made by Thomas H. Harwell and smoking, drinking, sluffing, cor-leOnly service department in Eastern Utah. Daniel L. Martino. Then we marlanguage, conduct going to res and ched, played and did our special and in the assemblies, maneuvers. pect for the teachers. Rent a new machine for $ 6.00 per month. The following statement was The bands taking part in this Three months rental may be applied to used in both meetings as a short region included Provo, Orem, Heldiscussions: Price the of summary Spanish Fork, the purchase price. That South Emery as a whole, f per, North Emery and South Emnot disfavor with looks down upon 3 months rental may be ery. Although South Emery is habits! listed in the Northern region they language, and other bad $10 type table only 10c with the purchase of any applied to the purchase price The finals on the Seminary ofwere given ratings. ndw American made portable typewriter. Following the inspection, the ficers were given out Tuesday. bands and the floats moved on Under the supervision of Pearson the officers were down to main street where the L. Corbett, High trade-i- n allowance on your old machine. bands performed and played in chosen as follows: President -PresiVice Annette Anderson. the parade. South Emery and Carbon Col- dent - DeAnn Humphrey. SecreLiberal terms on balance of purcJwse. lege are the only two that were tary - Jolene Moffitt. Pictures were taken Tuesday listed in the A division. Our ratings were all listed as and Wednesday by T. P. 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