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Show 4A Emery County Progress Tuesday, November 3, 1992 PERSPECTIVE Forum Has it come to Good Responds to letters neighbors Larry W. Davis by I I I I I I I I I I 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. Community theater Tryouts for Emery County Community Theaters musical Oklahoma will be held Nov. 3 and 4 from 7 to 9 p.m. in the Emery High School chorus room. Tryout packets can be obtained from the Ferron Library, the Village motels and the Orangeville City Hall Anyone from teen to 99 is invited to participate. Fun and games night is at the Mission San Rafael Catholic Church, south of Huntington. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and play starts at 7. Nov. 6 not a moral issue in Utah, this is not an issue we have past history documentation on in Utah, nor should this be an issue addressed by the church in Utah. Censorship is a very dangerous issue. Les Wickersham this is an American birthright. In reference to Mr. Funks and Mrs. Fauvers letters, I feel since they are partisan elected officials representing the tax paying people of Emery County they have every right to express their opinion in an upcoming partisan election. However, in the this writer these letters were dirty politics" because of the timing and the view of content. I hope people see these letters in that light. I would also hope that the people of Emery County remember the lack of professionalism exhibited by our elected officials, one whose very office involves the entire electoral process, and keep this in mind when the election of these same county officals depends upon the difference between misinformation and accurate facts. In reference to Mr. Seelys letter, specifically his postscript, I am glad Mr. Seely feels betting a few dollars on Peach Days Horse Races is not very bad," because I believe this statement emphasizes my point. Mr. Seely has every right to feel parimutuel betting will open the door to legalized gambling. However, I wonder if this statement is not just a condemnation of parimutuel betting per se since I have never seen statistics to support his theory. In respect to censorship, it is my belief that this country was founded on the primary concept of freedom. I believe if one person in Utah wants to go to the horse races and place a bet and another person wants to install a race track to accommodate the one "gambler" and given the parameters of legal limits and no harm to anyone else, this should be a right and privilege. Such a right should not be subject to censorship by anyone. This is spirits. Thanks again for all your support. family of Ericka Anderson Appreciates decorations Issues thanks 1992. I would first like to clarify my position by paraphrasing an old cliche: I may not agree with what you say but I will defend to the death your right to say it." I have always believed very strongly that ness and maintain high the editor: For the past few weeks, the residence of Nancy and Norman Johnson of Castle Dale has been beautifully decorated for Halloween. It was a pleasure to see their displays any time during the day or night. We would like them to know that their efforts have not gone by unnoticed. We extend our thanks and appreciation To the editor: To I would like to publicly thank those who aided in my rescue: Emery County Search and Rescue (Rue Bell, Randy Lake, Jeff Newland, Mark Tuttle, Blaine Allen, Gary Petty, James Burnett and Nolan Behunin), and the Utah State Park staff (Blaine Luke, manager; Ron Taylor, assis- tant manager, Randy Ford, ranger, Rodney Abel, deputy ranger; and Herb Smith, volunteer). I was lost in the San Rafael Swell the weekend of Sept. 18, them for sharing their to talents with the entire community. Emery and Suzanne Jones 1992. It is important for the the editor: Congratulations are due to the Emery High football team. To wanted, these student athletes are all still champions in our eyes, and we can be extremely proud of them. The Spardettes are especially to be commended for the drill they did in the rain at Cedar City. They had to endure unusual conditions, and were still able to do their drill in a competent manner. We have attended most of the games this year, and we feel that our drill team is definitely among the best we have seen. Some of the other schools had drill teams that were more modestly dressed than ours has been at times. Hopefully in the future we can not only be proud of the way our Spardettes execute their routines, but also be proud of their standard of modesty. Again, congratulations to our team, our cheerleaders and our Spardettes! Thank you for giving us an enjoyable football season. Larry and Elrain Thompson CEU offers information on criminal justice degree Send cards To Congratulations publ- to realize how much the rescue workers sacrifice while participating in a search. I will always be grateful to those caring people. Richard Genser Tucson, Ariz. ic cheerleaders and Spardettes! Although the football season ended sooner than any of us the editor: Justin Kelly, I am in the fourth grade at Adams Elementary in Wichita, Kan. My class is studying the Mountain States. I would like to ask your readers to send picture post cards of your state to me. Please send them to:- - Justin Kelly, Adams Elementary, My name is Two instructors from Weber State University will be in Price to visit with Carbon Emery residents interested in pursuing a degree in criminal justice. Dr. Morris Sterrett and Dr. Glen Howard will be at the CEU University Center on the afternoon of Nov. 12 and the morning of Nov. 13. Students interested in the criminal justice program at the University Center in Price should make appointments to meet with the professors by calling Ronextennie Oman at 637-212- 0, sion 249. -- 1002 North Oliver, Wichita, KS 67208. Thank you for your time. Justin Kelly Thanks for kindness To the editor We would like to express our appreciation to all the many people, family and friends, who have helped in any way during Ericka Andersons illness. We appreciate the donations, fooc, letters and cards, calls and ether acts of kindness. We appreciate letters to the editor at the Emery County Progress and encourage everyone to express opinions through this public forum. When writing a letter to the editor, please follow these guidelines: 1. Keep the letter short and to the point. Letters which are too long may be cut down in length. 2. All letters are subject to editing to meet newspaper style. 3. Be sure of your facts before you state them in a letter. No potentially materials will be permitted. 4. All letters must be lia-bleo- us Ericka continues to be treated at Primary Childrens Hospital in Salt Lake City and is expected to be under the hospitals care for some time. She continues to battle her ill- - and include signed and numaddress phone ber of the writer. Unsigned letters will not be printed. 5. Occasionally, a name will be withheld from a letter but only for good cause. Still, the name and other information must be included with the original letter. Requests to withhold names must be made in person to the newspaper editor. & Deadline for letters to the editor is noon Friday unless there is a Monday holiday. In such cases, the deadline will be Thursday at noon. Please feel free to express your opinions in our forum section. By following these simple guidelines, you should have no trouble expressing the way you feel about the world around you. board Bulletin board policy Fun and games the editor I am writing this letter in response to and as a result ofa few letters appearing in the forum section of the Emery County Progress, Oct. 27, To Last July I received a call from a woman who lives in Cleveland. She told me about some trouble she was having with a neighbor regarding an access road to her home. As far as could tell, it was a civil matter and one which was under the jurisdiction of the county planning and zoning commission. She said that it was, in fact, a problem of that type, but while awaiting a settlement, she claimed that the neighbor had been continually harassing her and preventing her access to her own home. sympathized with her but was not sure if could be of any help. What would you like the paper to do? asked. I dont know," she said in frustration. just wish there was a way that we could all get along with our neighbors." She said it was unAmeri-ca- n and unpatriotic to have such squabbles with those we live near. So time went by, and the matter was never given a line in the paper. Still, kept seeing so many instances of unneighborly behavior that couldnt help but think back to the womans frustration. Common courtesy would go such a long way toward making life better for everyone. A couple of months ago my wife left her camera equipment in Huntington Canyon after spending the afternoon photographing the area. She was frantic since it has taken her years to accumulate the camera, motordrive, lenses and bag over of worth $1,000 equipment. The same day she forgot the bag, I received a call from someone who had found it. My wife was up the canyon looking for the equipment, and didnt know exactly what we were going to do about a reward, etc. The caller said he had found the bag, and said that we would sure like to have the equipment back. He asked about a reward, and I offered one. He said hed think about it and hung up, not leaving his name. To make a long, but interesting, story short, the sheriffs office became involved, and the caller continued to call about a reward, more or less setting the amount he wanted before he would return the equipment. After three weeks, the equipment was returned, the reward paid and the man was arrested. Throughout it all, I kept thinking of the woman from Cleveland who had the problem with the neighbor. Humans tend to expect humane treatment when dealing with others, but that doesnt always happen. Elections are that way too. cant believe that when someone sets out to win an election that he or she methodically sets out a plan of negative attacks and harassments against an opponent or others. Too often, however, things get ugly. Common courtesy is thrown to the wind and blown out of sight and out of mind. When it gets to that point, being neighborly can wait until after the election. I think that the best thing about an election is when its over. Were to that point now. Lets get back to being neighborly. Bulletin - Meeting The Southeastern Utah Association of Local GovernArea ments, District VII-on District Aging, Agency Council on Aging and Nutrition will hold a meeting on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 9 a.m. at the Green River Senior Citizen Center, 212 North Long Street, Green River. A State retirement The field representative for the Utah State Retirement Systems, Bonnie Sweat, will be in Price at the county office on Thursday, Nov. 5, from noon to 5 p.m.; and in Huntington at the School District office on Friday, Nov. 6, from 9 am. until 1 p.m. You may stop by at your convenience, or make an appointment by callThe represening tative can essentially handle all functions of the main office. Craft class An arts and crafts class will at San Rafael Junior High in the art room from 7 to 9 p.m. Cost is $4 per night or $36 for the 10 classes which be held will be held Tuesday and Thursdays. Additional costs will be charged for consumables used during class. This is an open lab for adults and high school students, credit can be earned toward graduation. Lab work includes: basic drawing and painting, glass etching, macrame, stain glass, lost wax casting in silver, silk Department of Health, Diabetes Control Program; South- candle making, painting and ceramics. A benefit dance will be held Nov. 25 at LaRaes Dance Studio in Huntington to help raise funds to help pay medical screen printing, leather, air-brus- h Diabetes exams Free eye, foot and blood pressure exams for people ages 13 and older with diabetes will be held Saturday, Nov. 14, from 9 a.m. until noon at Castleview Hospital in the classrooms, 300 North Hospi- tal Drive, Price. If you have not had an exam in the last year it is important to do so. Wear easily removable shoes and socks, and bring a pair of dark glasses. For an appointment or if you have a disability requiring accommodation call ext. 3434. 0 The clinic is sponsored by 637-480- Castleview Hospital; Utah eastern Utah District Health Department; American Diabetes Association, Utah Affiliate; National Society to Prevent Blindness; and Kevin Merkley, MD, Gary Morley, DPM, and V. Magliocco, OD. Help Erica late fee will be charged for sign ups after Nov. 8. For more information girls call Barbara 4 and Rasmussen at call Drew LeRoy at boys 748-225- 748-272- 7. Book group The Meet the Author Night sponsored by the Book Group will be held Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 7 p.m. at the Museum of the San RafaeL The discussion on Racing the Sun" will be led by its author Paul Pitts. This Ericexpenses of ka Anderson who has cancer. A dance contest will be held and prizes awarded. Cost of admittance is $3. Also, raffle tickets are being sold for a book has been available through the local libraries and schools and has been widely read by students and adults. All ages are invited to attend the discussion. Tickets may be purchased at Slender Secrets in Castle Dale and LaRaes in Huntington.' Historical Society number of donated items. Orangeville Junior Jazz Boys and girls, grades first to ninth, may register at Food Ranch for the Orangeville Junior Jazz until Nov. 8. Cost ranges from $13 to $23. A $5 pan and bake sale The annual pan and bake sale will be held Saturday, Nov. 7, all day at the Christmas Festival at Cottonwood Elementary. Orders are now being taken for cinnamon rolls, $3.75; white or wheat bread, $1.50; and whole grain cinnamon rolls. To order baked goods call Karen Dellos Pauline Stilson at 748-525- 4, at Hope 748-514- 9, at Umphe-nou- r LaRene Ivy 8 at or Jeaneane Warren at Order by Nov. 5. Baked items must be picked up from 10 a.m. to noon 381-225- 5, 381-271- 384-285- 2. at Emery High SchooL Pans will also be for sale at the high schooL Nov. 7 Dance meeting FFA Scoot-A-BoDance will be held Friday, Nov. 6, from 8 p.m. to midnight at the Castle Dale Elementary. Music will be provided by "Cowboy and the Ladies." Cost is $3 per person. ot Emery County Historical Society will hold a special meeting to honor the veterans on Tuesday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m. at the Museum of the San RafaeL Everyone is invited to attend and a special invitation is issued to veterans and their spouses. - t USEA ' 1 Woodworking class A woodworking class for (Continued on Page 5AJ |