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Show Wednesday, November 29, 1995 tDje tmcs-ZCcfc- Page 5 Nephi, Utah os Preparation for cold weather is best medicine for broken water pipes In Aemorv; Of. . . dont often think of damage the enormous insurance claims your home to make sure its stayfrom frozen and broken water that result. Policyholders share ing warm enough to prevent pipes as being on the same scale the financial burden of frozen freezing. 4. Winterize sprinkler systems as a natural disaster, but dam- and broken water pipes through age from water is the most prev- increased homeowners insurance according to the manufacturers We Services held for Melvin Leon Thompson who died on November 22nd i Melvin Leon Thompson, age Marvin James (Jill) Thompson; Linda Barbara (John) Sheets; Colleen Ellen Thompson; and Carolyn (Donny) Massey, all of 68, of Nephi, died November 22, 1995," at his home following a choking accident. He was bom December 21, 1926, in Boulder to James Richard and Ellen Elise Peterson Thompson. He married LaVenna M. Thomas on January 8, 1947, in Provo. He was a bricklayer by trade and a Navy Veteran of World War II. He was a member of the LDS Church. He loved hunting and Nephi; 16 grandchildren; 8 great- grandchildren; brother and sisters: Madson Berdell Thompson of Bountiful, Elise Ott of Larita Alvey of Imperial Beach, California; and Edna Haycock of Lehi. He was preceded in death by a son, Michael Thompson and a daughter, Rosemarie Thompson; and by four sisfishing. He is survived by his wife of ters: Myrtle Woolsey, Hilda Whit-eneNephi, three sons and three Myra Woolsey, "and Minnie daughters: Rod (Kathy) Thomp- Tippets. son and Clinton Melvin (Debbie) Funeral services were held Thompson, all of American Fork; Saturday, November 25, 1995, in Pan-guitc- h, r, Continued from page 4 To prevent stomach upsets, find a dry pet food and stick with it, using a nutritious, canned food for variety. Foods with better quality ingredients are more readily absorbed and utilized, which means pets need less food and produce less waste. is high in animal-base- d protein Owning a pet can be a won(chicken lamb, derful, rewarding experience if egg) it should appear at the top you do your homework. Also, givof the list. ing your children a pet not only well-balance- d, Christmas Pets Levan will hold rates. Obviously, preventing bro- recommendations. Blowing out ken water pipes is in your best excess water with a compressor interest. may be the best way to prevent Into frozen and broken pipes. If you Western the According the Wing Mortuary in Lehi. Burihave a swamp cooler, winterize surance Information Service, al in the Lehi City Cemetery. there are five easy things you can it by disconnecting the water do to protect your home from fro- source and clearing the line. the U. S . brofrom frozen 5. Very important is knowing and zen and broken water pipes: Damage 1. Disconnect all garden hoses how to shut off the water supply ken water pipes can be a homeowners nightmare. When a pipe and other outside hose connec- if a pipe bursts. Quick action can bursts, water gushes from the tions. If possible, use an indoor minimize damage. pipe like a fire hydrant, turning valve to shut off and drain water Taking these few precautions a basement into a lake within from pipes leading to outside fau- before the next freeze sets in may minutes. Water from frozen and cets. save your home from the devas2. Insulate all exposed pipes tating effects of frozen and brobroken pipes causes the most damage while people are away located in your basement, under ken water pipes. from home, because the plumb- your home, on outside walls or Should you ever need to file an ing can rupture and water can in attics. For pipes with north- insurance claim, Western Insurrun unnoticed for several days. ern exposures, use heat tape ac- ance Information Service proRepairs of around $50,000 are cording to the manufacturers vides a helpful brochure free of common due to waters wrath. instructions. (Improper usage charge to help walk you through Frozen and broken water pipes may cause a fire.) the process. To request your free 3. Set the thermostat to at least copy of How to File an Insurance are a significant cause of loss across the nation including the 55 degrees even when your home Claim, please write to Western Rocky Mountain Region of Colo- is vacant or unoccupied during Insurance Information Service, rado, New Mexico, Utah and the winter. If you plan to be away 6565 S. Dayton St., Suite 2400, Wyoming. Damage can include during months, Englewood, CO 80111. soaked and ruined drywall. Wal- have someone regularly check lpaper turns moldy. Kitchen cabinets warp, and carpet and drapMelvin Leon Thompson NIGHTLWNTIMANUAR QUESTIONSBTMISOOOmxTIIl eries can be ruined. Photo albums, paperwork, antiques, furFOR A SHINING, SHIMMERING, and clothing also can be niture HOLIDAY TREAT, TAKE EXIT 261 a but them best friend, gives TO SPANISH FORK CANYON. teaches them the basics of re- destroyed. Sometimes homes have to be gutted because mold THEN FOLLOW THE LIGHTS. sponsibility and reliability. mildew cover inch and every Do you have questions about from floor to ceiling. adding a new dog or cat to the Unlike hurricanes, frozen and ... FfSH family? Call the lams Pet Nutri- broken water ui are preventtion Center and Hotline at 800 able. Efforts pipes to prevent pipes qhlb lams also offers free from home will in breaking your SPANISH FORK CITY brochures and literature about save you from the nightmares of N QMWEIMWjO RXH If all aspects of pet care. E BA water damage and help reduce ( alent yet least recognized catastrophe. In fact, frozen and broken water pipes rank No. 2 behind hurricanes in terms of both the number of homes damaged and the amount of claim costs in cold-weath- er See the sights. Cruise the lights. f - 863-426- 7. annual Christmas Lighting Contest i i IQ i COMPUTER The Levan Town Electric DeThis years prizes include: 1st partment announces its annual place, $75.00 off the winner utilChristmas Lighting Contest for ity bill; 2nd place, $50.00 off; and 3rd place, $25.00 off. Honorable 1995. This year, the houses will be Mention will receive a free turjudges on December 16th. The key. The Electric Department apjudges will be from out of town. Levan residents who would preciates the participation of the like to participate, should contact community which helps to light the Town Hall and fill out an en- up and show the spirit of try form. emusTMAS meats. SETA NEW COMPUTER OR JUST UPGRADE WHAT YOU Wm-IOOM- Hi wsmmu m intctM LABS AX CD ROM SOUND BLASTER SPEAKERS AND LOTS OF SOFTWARE momitok IStMtaHAMBMin IMfBAAMmntSUUiS) m MM 1tX19tVIM m tmuMca contkcuir 1 191 KtyBOAKD UPGRADE PENTIUM 100 TO Festival of Trees HAVE CREATIVE $1030.00 . (State briefs . . . SERVICES 2tS H. Umk, HifU (23 -- 5129 28.8 MODEM $125.00 1U $295.00 MODEM $50.00 $357.00 Need a stamp? Call The Times-NewToday. Fast service, low prices. , The 25th Anniversary of the Festival benefiting Primary Childrens Medical Center will take place November 29, 30 and December 1 and 2, from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., in the Salt Palace Exhibition Hall in Salt Lake City. Christmas Fair The Helper Christmas Fair will feature 45 crafters at the Helper Auditorium December 1 and 2, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. s CHRISTMAS 2tS M. Utlm, SPECIAL NtpU College Hockey On December 2 and 9 the BYU Icecats will compete in college hockey at the Utah Lake ice rink in Provo. Call 923-512-9 GIVE THE GIFT OF HEALTH GIFT CERTIFICATES ARE AVAILABLE 1 MONTH $15.00 2 MONTHS $25.00 3 MONTHS $32.00 6 MONTHS $55.00 12 MONTHS $99.00 OmtNDSKC.23,1995 96SO' Youth Hockey Utah Lake State Park will be the sight of Youth Hockey Games December 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30. Timpanogos Amateur Hockey Association games will be played at the parks ice 0 a.m. Free admittance. Call rink, from 5:30-10:3- Winterfest A celebration of food, wine and skiing will take place December 3 at Snowbird Ski & Summer Resort. For more ext. 4080. information, ca;; 1-- Crossvord Puzzle Times-Nev- s For November 29, 1995 missiles or questions 34 38 39 40 Repeat Own (Scottish) Cause bodily suffering to Causing sorrow 41 Doctor of Education 42 Lease 32 The woman 33 Someone who is morally reprehensible "you dirty dog" 35 Hardy and sure-foote-d animal 43 Calendar month DOWN 1 Volcanic mountain in Japan 2 Animal product 3 Inca city 4 Nigeria people 5 Hearable 6 Mariner 7 Andres , classical guitarist , 8 An accountant certified by the state 9 A person's .brother or sister 14 Inflorescence 17 One who arouses 18 Elements 19 kosh, near Lake 'Winnebago ACROSS " occasions I Caliph 4S 7 Elements 10 A baglike structure in a plant or animal II Rival 12 Indicates near 13 Egg-shap- terra-cott- a , 16 18 Arms crossed Greenish-yello- w . ' variety ' . 21 Etched ' 24 Islands . 26 Submerged aquatic plant hav- ing narrow leaves and small flowers instru ment with a mouthpiece and finger holes 15 Light conversation for social " 27 Attaints 29 Automotive vehicles 30 A long brightly-colore- d 32 Austria 20 Having ornamental cuts .showing an underlying fabric 22 Pinna Tooth 23 caregiver 25 Consecutive com 28 Erik , shawl poser 31 Attack with smaller and with longer ears than the horse 36 Arctic explorers, abbr. 37 Electronic data processing Imperfecta Osteogenesis OI: From Basics A one-da- y conference, Through Transition, for persons with OI, their families and caregivers, educators, medical and social service professionals, and others who work with or are affected by OI, will take place Saturday, December 9th, at Shriners hospital in Salt Lake City. Call Scholarship Competition DuracellNSTA Scholarship Competition is challenging all ninth through twelfth graders to create and build battery-powere- d devices for its 14th annual competition. Prizes now y total over $100,000 in savings bonds. Entry deadline is Jan-uar- 12, 1996. Call .' Answers for 112295 puzzle Forgotten Patients Utah State Hospital and Wasatch Mental Health is seeking help from the community in providing Christmas for over 300 patients who are virtually alone during the Holidays. Call Angel Tree The KUTV 2 NewsSalvation Army Angel Tree provides holiday gifts for needy children and seniors. The Angel laden trees are located at all ZCMI credit departments throughTWO. out Utah. For more information, call Utah Mining Airing Friday, December 1st at 8 p.m. on Treasure House: The Utah Mining Story captures the rich legacy of Utahs mining history. KUED-Chann- el 7, Christmas Special 7 presents a musical celebration of Christmas with pianistcomposer Kurt Bestor in A Kurt Bestor Christmas Special" on Saturday, December 2nd at 7 p.m. KUED-Chann- el |
