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Show New hospital management plan studied proposal to turn over management of San Juan Hospital to Advanced Health Systems, Inc., of Irvine, California, is being studied by the San Juan County Commission, and Commission Chairman said last Edward S. Boyle week he felt that such a system would greatly improve services for county residents. A Commissioner Boyle said at last weeks commission meet- ing that he had attended a meeting on the matter in Moab with Steve Nielson, chairman of the board of San Juan Hospital, and Arlow Freestone, hospital administrator. In explaining to other com- missioners the steps to be taken when the professional management system comes in to manage a hospital or nursing home, Commissioner Boyle said that the hospital board would still make all policy decisions and all financial decisions involving more than $1,000. In spite of warmer temperatures, snow still hangs on on parts of San Juan. Here Photo by Alvin Reiner. is a photo of some of the recent snow at Verdure. Tlh Sami Juami The commissioner also said that the commission would not make any commitments in regard to the proposal until an independent study of medical facilities in San Juan County had been completed. He added that before such a step would be taken the matter would be looked into very and that the pubcarefully lic would be informed of all aspects of the progress of decisions on this matter. Record HOMETOWN NEWSPAPER FOR SAN JUAN COUNTY. UTAH Vol . 63, No. 8 Juveniles held San Juan County Sheriff Rigby Wright said this week that four juveniles had been apprehended in connection with break-in- s and burglaries late last month at Bluff E lementary School and the K&C Trading Post in Bluff. The sheriff said his office appreciated the concerned citizens report that led to the apprehension of the suswho were picked up in pects, the Bluff area. The youths have admitted participation in the incidents, he said. Almost all the stolen items were recovered, and the four have been referred to juvenile court, the sheriff said. 15 cents a copy March 13, 1980 Snow continues well above normal cover Snow ranges from 225 per cent of the March 1 average on the Blue Mountains to 157 per cent of average on the La Sal Mountains, the Soil Conservation Service office in Monticello reported this week. Kedric Somerville of the office said that soil SCS moisture under the high elevation snow pack is becoming saturated on the Blues and re mains only damp on the La Sals. Streamflow forecasts range from 120 per cent of average for Seven Mile Creek near Fish Lake to 196 per cent for Mill Creek near Moab. The snow surveys were on completed February 26-the Blues and La Sals by the Soil Conservation Service. The results of the surveys; 28 Past Record This Year SNOW COURSES Journal chronicles pioneer trek This journal is an imaginary one. The dates and events as well as the names of the people were taken from several sources. It recounts the adventures of those who took part in either the exploratory party or what is known now as the Hole - in - the - Rock party. During coming weeks we will continue with the account of the events that ended with the founding of both Bluff City and the huge San Juan County on April 6, 1980. As I turn the pages of the journal that my grandfather kept of the record of the days events ever since he was a teenager, I remembered the stories that he and my father had told me. Suddenly something struck me: I was reading of events that took place There years ago. were the lists of names of those 100 just who were called for this as-y- et unnamed mission, but that was later called the San Juan Mission. These were the hardy pioneers who, on April 6, 1880, founded both Bluff City, as William Hutchins named it, and San Juan County. We its pick up the journal in week: 14th Thursday, January 15: Work on the Hole wUl have to stop if we dont get more powder soon. Friday, January 16: from S.S. Smith Letter some powder and he has says as soon as possit send will ible. Saturday, January 17: Feed about gone. We are having a hard time to keep the large herd alive so that they wUl be able to make the trip. Sunday, January 18: and aU Held Meetings rested today. Monday, January 19: Not much work done today. Men and teams rested while we waited for more powder. Tuesday, January 20: Heard today that Arza Judd is coming with twenty five lbs. of giant powder. Wednesday, January 21: Holes all cleaned out and a few more drilled so as to be ready for the powder when it comes. Thursday, January 22: Judd arrived today with the powder and other supplies. He brought news that Brother Smith was sick at Red Creek. Friday, January 23: Lots of noise at the Hole today as the blasts went off. (Please turn to Page C. of C. lists board slate By Marsha Keele The possibility of disband- ing the Blanding Chamber of Commerce was rejected last Thursday by an enthusiastic response of chamber bers. Dana Nielson, C. of C. president, said there had been a diminishing attendance at chamber meetings and few who seemed willing to serve on the board. The recent survey sent out to chamber members in regard to the functioning of the organization had produced a very poor response, he said. However, the meeting was attended by many who ex- the desire that the organization continue. In the past, the Blanding Chamber of Commerce has sponsored the Fourth of July parade, fireworks, and other festivities, and has spearheaded the annual Christmas Shop - at -Home campaign, and the Golden Circle marathon. Members will elect seven new board members this month, and toe board will in pressed turn elect a new president. as board mem- Nominated bers were Vincent Redd, Mike Christiansen, Raymond LyMarsha Keele, Howell, Kirby Black, man, tin Lyman, Dan Webb Stan Aus- and Tim Reed. Two holdover board members from toe previous board are 13) mem- Randy Brown ard Randall. and How- In a meeting on March 3, the Grand County Commission in Moab voted to turn over management of Allen Memorial- Hospital and the Ambulance Association to Advanced Health Systems. move followed a recommendation by the hospital board there and review by Grand County Attorney William Benge of toe contract between the county and toe The company. Annual picnic The annual picnic and reunion for former San Juan County residents will be held Saturday, March 22, at toe northeast corner of Pioneer Park in Mesa, Arizona, starting at 3 p.m. Those attending are asked to bring their favorite dish, for 12 persons, and service. Drink will be furnished. Bring toe whole family and friends from toe San Tuan the announcement of area, toe picnic stated. Spread the word to any and alL Help -- us. Please pass the word so we dont miss anyone because dress. of not having an ad- Further details may be obtained by calling any of toe fol- lowing persons: Clyde Jensen, Melvin Frost, 964-76- 43 969-11- 82 Rex Harvey, Betty Sitton, Stephen Eager, 964-59- 81 964-00- 52 962-86- 50 |