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Show FRIDAY, tariff figures will be set too high. Opposition from the free trade bloc will reduce the basic problem to one of getting the figures high enough to be useful but organized efforts on the part of copper EDITORIALS Plight of the .lining Industry i by Governor PAGE TWO THE SAN JUAN REOjKD JANUARY 31, 195S George D. Clyde We stand at a critical point in the history of Western metal mining. Events of die few weeks will be of lasting importance to next Utah mining industry. Legislation has been introduced in Congress to deal with the plight of the copper industry, following the plummeting of the price of copper from 42 and a half cents a pound in 1956 to 25 cents a pound at the beginning of 1958. The U. S. Tariff Commission is expected to report soon, almost certainly within a period of weeks, on its recommendations to deal with the crisis in American lead and zinc The Commission report will be made to the President, who will then have camplete responsibility for further action. Let us take a breif look at these problems in turn. Each of them is highly important to Utah, as non-ferro- we all know. The copper industry faces a peculiar, problem. The effect of the current depressed price for copper on domestic production is obvious and natural Production is being drastically curtailed, and the effect of a prolonged curtailment here in Utah does not have to be explained. However, the industry cannot seek the equally obvious remedy some form of tariff to raise the price of copper to something near its old level because of the other aspect ol the problem. Copper is afraid of "pricing itself out of the market. If the price of copper goes too high, it will invite the use of aluminum, plastics and other substitutes for copper. The pending legislation provides for a "peril point price for copper, set at 30 cents, and a supplementary tariff up to 4 cents. The tariff could only be applied if the total price of copper, including the tariff of 4 cents or less, was not more than 34 cents a pound. The principle here appears to be sound, although the exact figures for the peril point and tariff may or may not need altering When the Congressional bills are referred to committee, public hearings will be held, which should provide all of the available information bearing on the question. On a basis of past experience, it appears there is no danger that the peril point and two-edge- d full-sca- le THE SHADOW OH "GROUND HOG" DAY flo Comment ! mining states should make this possible. As for lead and zinc, their plight is more serious and the prospect of relief less tangible. No one challenges the fact that the lead and zinc min- by James W. Douthat WASHINGTON The optimistic nature of the Eisenhower Administrations economic forecast for the nation coupled with Mr. Eisenhowers advocacy of reduced spending where feasible provides a degree of encouragement for advocates. ing industry is in serious difficulty but certain selfish interests consistently throw spokes in the wheels of recovery machinery. Leader to the opposition to protection in the form of tariff or import quotas for the domestic lead and zinc mining industry is the domestic refiner who imports foreign ores. The reason is not far to seek and is based purely on economics. Between 1950 and 1953, the net profits of smelters entirely dependent on domestic producers to of lead and zinc dropped from 14.9 of the net same the profit period 2.8; during domestic smelters dependent on forign production to 12.6 dropped barely perceptibly from 16.9 per cent. It might be argued, of course, that the A erica? consumer benefits from the savings on foreign ores and that the western mining states are being selfish in asking for tariff protection. This argument, however, completely ignores the most important element in the entire picture natonial security. In case of a national emergency, as we have learned through painful past experience, lower-price- d Sadlak-Herlon- g we cannot depend on foreign sources for essential and in time strategic materals. Our shipping is sunk, of shortage, the "cheap" foreign products boost their American marprices high above the price-controll- ket. in as To be secure, we must be many strategic materials as possible and it is not possible to put underground metal mines "in mothballs to await an emergency. Once abandoned, these mines fill with water and are forever usless. They must be kept in operation to be available when most nt The 0Id Settler with publication. January 22, 1958 Dear Editor: There is always something to be thankful for. We were out of the county last week so we missed all the excitement, mass meeting and arguments. We arrived home and heard some of the happenings that left somewhat of an odor hanging over the southcounty, but the old faithful, west wind that has blown over the county since ages past has cleaned up the air somewhat. But there is something here that I still cant quite get adjusted to, and feel good about. Dang it, this is America, and I have been taught for 40 years to love it, because it is a government of the people, and by the people and for the people. Ive been teaching those things to my kids and hope they will teach them to their kids. Now, here we have a case of some 580 people (I got this figure from the Jan. 18 issue of the Deseret News. I doubt if it is accurate but I could get no information from the County Clerks office as late as 11:30 a. m. , Jan. 22) running things for some 4500 taxpayers in our county and of course, more people than that are involved. Ive tried to look at that from all angles and I dont think you could convince me, and a number of people in Blanding and Monticello, that this is good government. Im sure that it is legal yes. It is also being done in other communities, perhaps, but because it is being done doesnt make it good or right. Most of us here in San Juan have been taught in home, school and church that we have a precious form of government, which is guaranteed to us by the constitution, and that we should guard those privileges promised to us by that document. We have been taught to do the thing which is right and fine and honorable, when we must make a choice. It seems to me that the big majority of taxpayers in ever-prevaili- this county didnt have any choice. It was cut and dried. Well, we got the bond okeyed. I mean it was of the taxpayers. I think voted in favor of, by 13 the people who voted against the bond voted that wouldnt get a way because they were afraid they of the hospitaL location the dice on fair shake of the folks from the of us The commissioners told some consouth end of the county that they "had never sidered Blanding as a location. That is quite an Souther answer to get when you think it over. We My dear San Juaners: I met him on ship board. He was traveling first class; I second. ners live here and we like thi country. We would like He had money; I didnt. He smilto have been considered as to location of hospital ed the huge satisfaction of havmustard. I had an even if the decision went some other way.. "Bland- ing cut the from having inferiority complex ing was never considered for a location." "You failed to find any mustard to cut. people havent got a leg to stand on. These are "Tell me about it, I half begsome of the nicer things we were told by the County ged, as we sat on the warm suncommissioners. ny side of the cabin. I had been . . . This thing is an issue, that may not have been settled by the bond election. I'd like to suggest one way that would certainly end the issue and establish peace in our land once and for all If we could have a registration now of those eligible to vote, and then this hospital it would put the thing in the hands of vote on Monticello or Blanding for the location of the PEOPLE, where it should be. That would be a decision made in an honorable, fine manner, and be legal as welL No one in the county should be satisfied withsomething legal unless it is also fair and A y didnt write this to start any controversy. It is my first attempt at writing to a newspaper. I hope it may clear up the air once and for aU, in all parts of the county. Im for good government, you can quote that. (Signed) Gene Blickenstaff Blanding, Utah d for me. pleasantly surprised to find him I had the problem licked. I I genial and approachable, and lived in reasonable comfort from thought it might be highly prof- then on, but I went on saving, itable to hear what he had to say. and my money in the putting Oh its quite simple, he af- firmed, seeming to disclaim any credit for his accomplishments. There is a remedy for every evil under the sun. Instead of going after it hammer and tongs, to battle it barehanded by main strength and awkwardness, the thing is, to look up the remedy. When you grope in ignorance, right. Our county commissioners would have to be you get experience, and thats about all. big and fine and honorable to carry out this kind of I pursued, For instance program, and I firmly believe that they are that kind of men. They could certainly never be critized or scorned for that kind of action, where the people would decide what course to take, rather than it of the taxpayers. being decided by 13 I certainly dont blame the people of Monticello for wanting that hospitaL I have friends all over the county and hope to have more friends as the years go by. Im sure my friends in Montiedlo are as big as I try to be in that they do not blame us here Rev. Robert H. Harper in Blanding for wanting the hospital, or for wanting CONTENTMENT WITHIN at the very least, to be considered, which we havent LADY, native of Nova Scotia, told of the long sieges of been so far. of the blizzards, of the difI am not going to argue location. There are winter, of ficulties travel and communicaadvantages and disadvantages to either town. But tion, of the sometimes-necessarat home. The comhere is a wonderful opportunity to let the people confinement mander of a giant submarine use their American heritage and give them the writes the story of a trip under the ice of the frozen north and the chance to decide this. confinement In a strange world. elecIt would cost something to hold another Now in countless homes, surrounded by deep snow and ice, families tion, true. But that cost would be most reasonable, must find contentment in their own when it would clear all the remaining odors from home and hearts. Some persons find it trying to the county. Our commissioners would be admired live long with themselves and perwould be the in bigger They county. by everyone haps they never learn themand finer men and we will have harmony in north selves fully. They crave excitement, they want to be on the go. and south. No one knows how that kind of an elecBut now that winter cuts down so honand fair tion would turn out. But it would be much going, enjoy the warmth and comfort of home and become orable and give all factions a fair shake and conbetter acquainted with yourself all. sideration to I me some illustration. Im woefully dull of comprehension." I found it: the combination of two plain and simple principles. The first one is saving. The other is investing. I didnt think them out independently; Ill tell you soon about some of my source material. I saw that if I could starve it out to save a certain amount of money, I could put it at interest with some safe concern, and it would make as much as I was making. I did just that; I went hungry, I went ragged, I endured privation, but I got enough money together to bear interest in a year as much as I could make by working. I rackdidnt try any nor hazard disaster et, by looking for high interest rates where I might lose everything. I went right on saving till I had enough to amount to two men working Give Our Readers Write Editor's Note This column is designed as a public forum where the reader may editorially express his views. No article of a libelous or unethical nature will be accepted. AU articles must be legible and signed by the author, with his name to appear ACALENDABOF . . . By Albert R. Lyman needed. facts are known to the administration, . These and must be weighted against the State Department arguments for free trade policies to aid our allies around the world. If the domestic mining industry is not given reasonable help, Congressional leaders have indicated they will be in a mood to reconsider the whole reciprocal trade agreemnt program. Letters To The Editor There are a number of members of Congress, however, who discount the Administrations rosy economic predictions. To these Congressmen, t a x - c u t advocates contend their program would so stimulate the economy that an upturn would be materially hastened. Mr. Eisenhower, In his annual economic report to Congress, said there are grounds for expecting that in 1958 "economic growth can be resumed without extended interruption. As for the longer perspective, he said there are good grounds for confidence that a vigorous expansion of our economy can be sustained over the years. Expansion of the economy i3 the basis of the bill, which would lower personal and corporation income tax rate3 to a maximum of 42 by a series of annual reductions spread over five years. Cost of the legislation in lower revenue would be only $1 billion for the first fiscal year and $3 billion for each of the succeeding four years. Since 1946, Mr. Elsenhowers economic report pointed out, the nations economic growth has expanded at an average of a year. With economic growth forecast for the future, many members of Congress 6ay that tax reduction should be voted now to further strengthen the economy. Moves to cut taxes also would receive encouragement if Congress cooperates with Mr. Eisenhowers effort to cut spending in certain categories. He has urged Congress to cooperate in reducing expenditures on less essential military programs and installations, postponing some new civilian programs, transferring some to the states, and curtailing or eliminating others. Industry long has been advocating retrenchment in government spending. Its recommendations, in general, have been along these and with others in the home? Perhaps in so doing you will find ideals that will make you better and qualities of mind and heart that will give you new strength. So may you find happiness within and learn with Marcus Aurelius that whensoever thou wilt, thou mayest retire within thyself and be content Above all, may you find the contentment of a heart at peace with God. long-hidde- n .factandm. Opinion, - 3-- Editor John Fischer of Harpers Magazine tells of the policy certain California judges have adoptWhen a ed toward litterbugs: is courts their into hailed culprit for littering the roadside with beer cans, sandwich wrappers, and similar debris, these judges do not impose a fine. Instead they sentence the guilty motorist to a term ranging from a few hours to a few days of picking up trash along the highways. According to Mines, our coal the Bureau of strip mines excavated enough material in a single year to create five Panama Canals. o December 1 and Christmas the iron reindeer of the nations railroads will transport more than 250,000,000 gift and greeting cards each parcels invery safest interest-bearinday. stitutions, for it was still a fact that I was no financier, and I The city of San Franisco operhad to let the financiers make my ates three municipal utility sermoney for me. vices a street railway, an airI'll tell you one of the sources and a bureau of heat, light from which I got the remedy I port, and power. During the last fiscal was hunting. It was from the these at a loss of year operated words of James T. Hill. Let me $6 million, which was read it to you, and taking a little nearly made up by the taxpayers. book from his pocket he read: If you want to know wether you Max Ascoli, editor of the Reare destined to be a success or a writes: ..there is someporter, can failure in life, you easily find ominous and somewhat out. The test is easy and infalli- thing in the current concepalarming ble. Are you able to save money? of war. tion of as Instead being, If not, then drop out, you are lost as sure as you live the seed of Clausewitz put it, a mere continuation of policy by other success is not in you. means, it is now centered on the means themselves and on their use. Thus strategy, the science of war, is reduced to weaponry, Rings are rings, but Saturns rings are snow. Infrared spectrowhile diplomacy is reduced to meters ultrasensitive to invisible close to propainfrared light rays were used by a something very Between g ganda. prominent American astronomer in making the discovery. The name "penguin is believed to have originated with who Spanish navigators, called the birds "pinguinos, from "pinguigo or "greasy one. Abun-dafat blankets penguins' bodies. 17th-centu- Rural children, as a group, a school term about 6 per shorter than city children; teachers are paid about less and current expenditures pupil are 16 per cent lower. one-thir- have cent their d per v The worlds largest permanent magnet weighing 1,300 pounds was recently designed for use in a mass spectrometer. Made of an n alloy, it is capable of establishing a holding force of ten tons. aluminum-nickel-cobalt-iro- The California woodpecker carefully stores acorns in holes that It drills in trees and telephone poles. One pole was studded with 1,500 acorns. Ancient Mesopotamians not only wrote on clay, but made clay envelopes to protect valuable Director Brundage of the Bureau of the Budget has instructed all executive agencies to prepare the specific legislative proposals required for certain government services and property. The purpose is to recover full costs for services which provide special benefits to individuals or groups, and to obtain a fair market value for the use or sale of federally-owneresources and property. d Readers of a California newspaper were asked if they believed the paper should print the names of juveniles who commit serious offenses. The result: 58 per cent voted "yes, 27 per cent voted no, and 15 percent gave no opinion. An article by F. A. Harper In The Freeman says that federal grants- to the states this year will amount to about $80 per family, as against $30 per family 10 years - ago. x lines: 1. Do not inaugurate new programs in areas inappropriate for Federal action such as grants for school construction; assistance for education beyond high school; prevention of juvenile delinquency; social service research; the training of social welfare personnel; various health projects; industrial safety programs. 2. Terminate Federal participation in programs which should be shouldered by other levels of government or through private channels such as vocational .education and rehabilitation; construction, maintenance, and operation of schools in federally affected areas; various grant-in-aiprograms in the field of public health and welfare; waste treatment and Water pollution; t housing subsidies, urban planning and renewal; college housing loans; aid to local airports; aids for area economic development. 3. Restrict scope and participation In similar programs where the aim Is ultimate termination such as the several public assistance programs; construction of hospital and health facilities; slum clearance; domestic lending and guaranteeing program. And curtailment of various other programs, notably soil and agricultural conservation. Needless to say, the Big Spenders already have launched a against Mr. Eisenhowers economy recommendations. they contend that the welfare and do good programs not only must be maintained but must be increased while at the same time the nation Is boosting defense spending substantially. Support for economy comes from veteran budget pruners on Capitol Hill, who say that the budget chiefs in the various government bureaus and departments usually put a little fat In their spending requests with the expectation that Congress will cui some of it off while acting on the appropriation bills. d low-ren- counter-offetnslv- e |