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Show 4A Emery County Progress Tuesday, December 3, 1991 -- PERSPECTIVE Has it conic to this? Fiction for Christmas by Larry A SALT LAKE CITY his as boy, young fantasizing W. Davis was a cold and windy night... Oh, thats bad. Lets see. Santa didnt know if hed survive the heartburn hed picked up from that bad pickle he ate in Baltimore. A little better, but not quite right. It was the best of times; it was the worst of times." Thats fantastic, but it sounds like a beginning line Ive read somewhere before. Christmas was the best time of the year for the Davis children who always obeyed their parents for at least six weeks prior to Dec. 25. Then all hell would break loose. Berni would scold the dog; Car-l- y would slam the door; and Zac would launch himself into a MegaDeathTrashFish cassette tape that would leave him lobotomized for days. Gad, thats a little harsh, even for my kids. There must be something better. You know, its not easy writing a Christmas story, especially if there is truth involved. Truth, thats always a stumbling block for me. Give me a license to fictionalize, and Ill write the stories that make the whole world read. I wonder if thats true of other people? It Lets find out. ' favorite super hero, arms himself with the rocket launcher Santa Claus has just left him, and carelessly fires on imagined alien warriors. The projectile flies across the room and strikes his younger sister in the eye, causing an injury requiring medical attention. This is a fictional scenario, but the Utah Safety Council believes real accidents of this type can be prevented if parents consider a childs age and development when selecting playthings, especially during the Christmas holiday season. 142,000 Approximately children were injured during 1988 in accidents associated with toys, according to estimates available to the council. To reduce the number of these accidents, the council offers the following views on toys and various concerns parents should consider when buying toys. FLAMMABILITY Our Christmas story contest from last year was so successful, Ive decided to do it again. But this time, were going to write fiction. Christmas stories that we make up. Christmas stories that we invent. Christmas stories that cant be traced to people living or dead. Stuff like: The Alien Who Stole the Christmas Muffins, I Saw Mommy Suing Santa Claus," The Present That Nobody Wanted, How a Man Named Norman Ruined the Fruitcake, Lets Roast Those Chesnuts on the Hibachi. so what? Theyre only titles. Its the Stupid that counts, and thats what well be judging story when those ficticious Christmas stories start to roll in to the Progress office. We want all of our readers to have fun this Christmas by participating in our creative writing Christmas contest. Heres what you . Use sense in buying for Christmas need to.be aware of:,.., : Everyone is eligible to enter this'tftntest." 2. Three winners will be selected from aflTong the ' entries. 3. Each of the three winners will receive a free turkey (not one of those recently recalled because it didnt smell too nice, but a real tasty Utah-grow- n turkey). 4. Keep those stories within a 500-- 1 ,000 word limit or so. And make it nice to read, you know, or neatly written in your best handwriting. typed Give it a title too. And dont forget to include your name and your age and your hometown and phone number, and if youre a kid, please put your age. Adults need not do that. 5. The three winners will be published in the Progress as part of our Dec. 17, 1991 special Christmas section. Other stories may be included as space permits. Stories and winning coupons for turkey may be picked up at the Progress office after the contest. 6. All stories should be dropped off at the Progress office in Castle Dale by Friday, Dec. 13 your lucky day. Or you can mail them to us at P.O. Box 589, Castle Dale, Utah 84513. 7. Now lets all get involved in this. Teachers may offer this as an extra-cred- it assignment. Those of at can the a you pen story during your lunch plant break. Work together if you like. We dont care. We just want to have some fiction for Christmas. And so... The winter winds whistled while Willie wandered with Wanda, wishing wise words would whip with wit when wanted. Hey, this is good. Real good. Talk to you later. Most Watch musical such as noisy toys toys, cap guns and other explosive toys. Make sure COATING there is no chipped or peeling e paint (most new, leaded do not use paint, toys but some antique and foreign-mad- e toys may have lead in the paint). When buying art SOUND LEVELS U.S.-mad- Bookmobil debate To the editor: I know that a lot of parents have received a note from the schools stating that the Bookmobile services have been dis- continued in Emery County. But I want all of you to know that debate is certainly not over, especially if you support the decision of cancelling the Bookmobile., .... . I want you to know that the school board is trying to bully the Emery County Library into continuing the Bookmobile service, which is funded out of the public, taxpayers, money. We of the public library feel that taxes may have to be raised in order to support both programs. Do we really need to have double taxation for the duplication of services? .. Please write .to the .county , , animals into Cache Valley. They settled on the Blacksmith Fork River, about one mile north and east of Nibley. The following winter the livestock suffered for lack of feed. An effort was made to drive the animals into Box Elder County but only 450 cattle survived. So in July of 1856, Maughan, who was living in Tooele at the time, was summoned to take a few of his cohorts and go into the Cache Valley. They picked a spot in the southwest pnvately-owne- d guest editorial Cache Valleys pioneer settler was Peter Maughan. This rugged pioneer and member of the first band to come into the Salt Lake Valley, was sent into the northern Utah Southern Idaho valley by Brigham Young to locate a spot for a settlement. A group of hardy young men had been sent by Young in 1855 to take 2,000 church-owne- d cattle and 1,000 normal play. TIPS Handle the toy Does it feel flimsy? yourself. Could it break during rough play? Try to imagine how the toy could be misused. If buying gifts for other peoples children, ask the parents about what toys the child can handle and will enjoy. Do not buy a noisy toy without checking with parents first. Pay attention to all the children in the household. Smaller kids love to play with their older siblings toys. Teach older brothers and sisters not to let younger siblings play with toys that may be hazardous. For example: fashion dolls or action figures for older kids often have little accessories that can be dangerous for kids aged 3 and If you are not sure if a toy under. The Utah Safety Council will pose a choking hazard, here is a rule of thumb if a wants your Christmas to be a happy and safe one. If you need additional information choking hazard. This includes about buying toys for your rattles, pacifiers, buttons, family, please do not hesitate knobs or anything that can be to contact the council at pulled off or chewed off during toy or piece of a toy is not as big as the babys fist, it may be a let them fund it. That way the money the publ- commissioners or sign one of the petitions that are in each town, each library has a copy of the petition, to show your support in the Emery County Library decision in cancelling the Bookmobile. Please bear in mind that the state library offered the Bookmobile services to the local schools, if they would pick up the operating costs for it. If the school board feels so strongly about keeping the Bookmobile Tournament, 3 on 3, will be held during the Christmas holidays. It is open to: junior high, high school, college and adult groups. Register by con- holiday season. ic libraries save, from discontinuing the Bookmobile can go into improving the services of the public libraries. Please show your support and attend the county commission meeting on Dec. 4 at 7 p.m. We desperately need your help. Roxanne Bohn Elmo librarian 1 Bulletin board Bulletin board policy The Emery County Progress welcomes your bulletin board items for publication. We will publish the item for three consecutive weeks. All entries must be of a nonprofit, charitable or community service nature. Please mail copy to the Progress at P.O. Box 589, Castle Dale, Utah 84513; or phone it in at Deadline is noon each Friday. 381-243- 1. Immunizations Due to staff schedule changes for December there will not be an immunization clinic Monday, Dec. 16. The public health office will be closed Dec. 16 and 17 due to staff meetings in Price. Immunizations will be held most days from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. through Dec. 23, please call 2 to confirm nurses availability. 381-225- Christmas party The annual Christmas party of the Emery County His- torical Society will be held at the Museum of the San Rafael on Dec. 4, 1991, at 7 p.m. Violinists, a singing group and story tellers will be on hand to entertain while Christmas all varieties are served. Society members, associates and their guest are goodies of cordially invited to celebrate Christmas past while looking forward to enjoying the Christmas of 1991. Elmo Library The Elmo Library will be holding an adult book review on Dec. 3 at 7 p.m.' with Pat Weaver conducting. The review will be on The Immigrant by Howard Fast. Storytimes for children is held every Thursday at 2:30 There is also an activity. Santa will be at the library from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Dec. 11 and the children are invited to bring their list and visit Santa. A Read Around the Wreath comer for a permanent settlement. They moved in with their families on Sept. 17, 1856. The settlement was first known as Maughans Fort because the settlers built their cabins in a fort style. The official name of the community later became Wellsville after Daniel H. Wells, a counselor to Brigham Young and a leader who had played a key role in subduing the Indians. Peter Maughan, a man of great force of character, was tacting Dave Thompson, Emery County recreation before 6 director, at Dec. 20. There is a $5 registration fee. 381-551- History on homes The Historical Society needs the forms that were given to some residents of Castle Dale. Please return your forms. If you need assistance or information call 381-544- 5. contest for the youth will start Dec. 1. State retirement The field representative for the Utah State Retirement Systems, Bonnie Sweat, will be in Price at the county offices on Thursday, Dec. 5, from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. You may stop by at your convenience or make an appointment The by calling representative can essentially handle all functions of the main office. Hoop tournament A Christmas Basketball Northern Utah was settled by Maughan by Quig Nielsen supplies, buy only those with either the CP or AP seal indentifying them as childrens nontoxic materials. SHARP EDGES, WIRES Make sure there are not any. Do CHOKING DANGER not buy a toy marked for an older child just because you think your child is smarter than the age label on the package. Age labels on toys do not indicate intelligence or cognitive ability but are purely for safety reasons, especially in an effort to prevent choking. Most manufacturers test their toys to be reasonably sure the toys will not fit or lodge in a young childs windpipe. For children under 3, they test diameter with a 1.25-inc- h cylinder. Forum 1 The Christmas Fiction deadline is Dec. 13. Enter your stories and win a present from us. toys and childrens sleepwear made in the United States pass fire resistant standards. Many cheap, imported items do not. Do not ELECTRICITY electric-powere- d an give toy to a child under age 5 or 6; older children should be carefully taught about the dangers of electric toys: teach children not to pull on the cord to unplug a toy, but instead to unplug it by grasping the plug; teach children to report any frayed cords, sparks, smoke or overheating immediately; and teach children never to use electric toys in or near water, such 3 the bathtub or shower, or b, the sink. later asked to assist in locating other settlements in Cache Valley. He played an important role in selecting the sites for such cities as Logan, Hyrum, Smithfield, Millville, Mendon and Franklin. Source: Tullidges Histories of Utah, published in 1889; Cache County information sheet. Quig Nielsen is an information officer for the Museum of Church History and Art in Salt Lake City. Looking for uniforms Cub Scout and Boy Scout uniforms are needed. If you have any uniforms your boy has outgrown or doesnt need, and would like to donate it please call Huntington 4th Ward Uniform Bank at 687-912- 6. Mens basketball Anyone interested in being a part of the Emery County Mens Basketball League should call Kevin Reynolds at 381-262- 5. UP&L open house Dec. 2 through 6 has been designated as Customer Appreciation Week by the Utah Power & Light Castle Dale Service Center. The customer coming into the Service Center during the week will be offered light refreshments as a gester of Utah Power & Lights appreciation of its customers. The employees at the Service Center wish to express their thanks to the customers whom they are pleased to serve in Emery County and to wish these customers a happy Dance ABATE (American Bikers Aiming Towards Education) invite you to attend a dance on Dec. 7. The band will be Quick Fix, a rocknroll band from the Salt Lake area. The dance starts at 9 p.m. and tickets are $7 for couples or $4 for singles. Door prizes will be awarded. it ABATE is a organization. For more information 8 call or non-prof- 748-289- 384-249- 3. Huntington residents Citizens of Huntington are invited to participate in a home and yard Christmas decoration contest. A prize will be given for the most festive and unique decorations. Previous winners are exempt from competition but are encouraged to decorate. Contest judging will take place Dec. 20. Business owners are encouraged to decorate a Christmas tree to highlight their place of business and help make Main Street more attractive for the occasion. For further information Francey Handley at call 687-261- 4. Messiah A performance of Handels Messiah will be performed in Castle Dale at the LDS Stake Center on Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. Everyone from every Christian demonination is invited to attend. Cannery open Castle Dale Dry-Pac-k Cannery will be open Tuesday from 9 to noon; Wednesday from 1 to 4 p.m.; Thursday from 6 to 9 p.m.; and Fridays from 9 a.m. to noon, every week with one exception, closed for the holidays from Dec. 20 until Jan. 6. Everyone is welcome. |