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Show THE BOX ELDER NEWS, Brigham City, Utah who sat next to this country boy at luncheon must be envious. Hes been in Washington as Utahs congressman from the First district for more than five years and likely not as many local folks are aware of it as know that PW was there for three Sunday, February 25, 1968 Gold Cover Out? The nations monetary system appears to be on downward road and picking up speed and although a voices there are crying out in alarm, no one seems to have found the brake. In recent developments, Congress voted to virtually eliminate the silver from our coinage, and then silver certificates were steadily withdrawn until now they are a days. I ... by Bruce rarity. The next step is now in the making. A bill to remove the gold backing from American currency passed by a narrow margin in the House of Representatives this past week and now moves over to the Senate for consideration. We dont pretend to be experts in the complexities of monetary matters but to the most casual observer, the course on which we are embarked must seem like a risky one. And it is. The word "gamble was used during debate on the gold removal bill in the House Tuesday as a proponent argued for its passage. understand that the Washington press corps planned to meet the Brigham City delegation but got mixed up on arrival time. You know the capitol newsmen, they're used events happening to in their own backyard and so right when big news is made, when developments of major importance occur, they want to be in on it. world-shakin- friends and other interested persons, yes, this scribe did have an enjoyable trip to Washington, D. C. Yes, the city did pay for the expenses of transportation, hotel accomodatitSns and meals. For those interested, will gladly provide a detailed list of expenses. Purchases from my own pocket included a comb, 26 cents; four packages of candy, 40 cents; two sweatshirts with the name "Washington, D.C.," printed on the front, $3.25 each; a large mug with various attractions and the same letters printed across it in blue, orange, green, yellow and red, $2.75; and a silver (sterling) tie clasp, $4.50; three newspapers, 32 cents; a conference photograph, $3; taxi rides while in Washington, $6.80 and an ice cream cone, 16 cents. No, didn't see any girly shows. Yes, did see the Lincoln memorial. No, did not flirt with either the stewartesses or the bellhop. No, did not shake hands with, call names at or get the autograph of Mrs. Lyndon B. Johnson (a very charming and gracious lady), and about the was goggle-eyeyes, whole affair.' To all of my I THE GENTLEMAN, a representative from Wisconsin, pointed out, however, that only three nations in the world still cling to a gold cover for their currency, concluding that since other countries had gotten along fine without it, why not Uncle Sam? Yet, from the floor, another congressman rose to ask the question, isn't it just possible that these other countries depend upon the soundness of our dollars and when the gold cover is removed, confidence in U. S. money might ebb away? At the core of the problem is the need to keep the price of gold stabilized at $35 an ounce. However, to do this, the U. S. must have ample supplies to meet its committments. I I I I IF GOLD WERE to become scarce, the price would go up and conversley the value of the dollar would come down. No one wants this. Thus, reasoning for removing the gold cover is to free all the countrys $12 billion reserve, thus enabling the government to keep a lid on the price I When we met two delegates from Henefer, Mr. and Mrs. J. Edward Wright, a really nice couple, the first question asked was "Alright, tell us . . . who finally came?" And if you think that Washington rubs off on everybody and through the transition, an individual is transformed into a super sophisticated, snob dont you believe it. There are many nice people there, including our congressional delegation. One of the choicest persons met was Mrs. Ted Moss, wife of the senator, who gives you the impression of being more at home in the kitchen Popular Rep. Laurence J. Burton INSTEAD OF COMING to agreement, they appear farther apart than ever now with the county officials withdrawing their counter-offe- r to pay if the board would the $1,410 remaining $1,000. go County officials were indignant that the board should hesitate to share the cost. Board members voiced their displeasure that the county should balk at paying the entire bill. WE APPRECIATE the tender feelings involved here. The county has felt justified in its stand, pointing out that many favors have been done for the board, including oiling and graveling on school property, cleaning up demolition sites, and paving the board-ownestreet which extends past the View school. home Lake to nursing this and now look how the all done "Weve board treats us," was the attitude expressed Monday. We can appreciate the commissions resentment. Further, we believe the board was not fully aware of the countys reasoning in making the costsharing counter proposal. OUR CONCERN that two Box Elder governing agencies are arguing over a comparatively small amount and not only to the detriment of this project, but with promise of affetcing their future relationIS ship. This is not good for the public which they serve. the county and school officials put their and indignation aside and base differences personal their future actions on what is best for the residents of our county. We ask that We Say Thanks Lest we be accused of never extending anything Box Elder County commission but criticism, the to like we'd to give them an editorial pat on the back for their efforts in the electrical power controversy of recent weeks. The county fathers have had their collective finger on the pulse of this issue for months. Thev've attended numerous hearing sessions before the Utah Public Service commission, aware that our area has a great stake in future minerals processing operations on Great Salt Lake. MORE n RECENTLY as the hearing was drawing to a climax, the commissioners beat the drums of concern. They called a meeting of the Associated Civic Clubs of Northern Utah which put the matter squarely in the spotlight and stimulated a new level of public interest. Wed like them to know' we appreciate what theyve done. Heart attack is responsible for about 500,000 deaths in the U.S. annually. IRS Sponsors Science Fair The science students of In. termountain school are busy putting the finishing touches on their science exhibits. The pro-jec- I 1 Tuesday and 8 a.m. to p.m. Wednesday and Thurs. p.m. 4 As for the city itself, it's a nice day. I wouldn't want Teachers Ray place to visit but Iverson are drive there. to the Editor ... Huff and event. (Continued from page one) be allowed this deduction, it BOX ELDER NEWS does not necessarily follow that newspaper established others will receive the same Ain weekly every Sunday 1896. published 55 consideration. hy the Box Elder West. City. South Brigham First not The commissioner has Utah. 84302. Second Class postage across-the- . An acquiesced. paid at the post office. 16 South board deducation will not be First West. Brigham City. Utah. allowed until such time as Wash-ingto- 84302. Chas. W. Clnybnugh. Publisher directs otherwise, he Subscription rate $3.50 per year, stated. payable in advance; in connection Elder Journal (pubBox with the at Thiokol Thus, employes lished Thursdays! $6.00 per year: and others with similar travel $3.00 lor 6 months: single copy, expenses are advised not to in cents. Bureau of Circulatclaim this item as a deduction Member Audit Utah Stale Press Association since it will be disallowed as ions. Assoeiatior National Newspaper Press International and United things now stand. Utah Representative: Advertising n UPI HOLLYWOOD of the 3ondra Locke. 17. of Shelby ville. Tenn. won the nation-.vid- e talent search to play a featured role in 'The Heart I Lincoln at Springfield, he said to a friend, " 1 fear this thing will someday cause our country infinitely more trouble than slavery. If this great nation is ever utterly demoralized, it will come from the a way to live without human struggle for office work.-Mosof the evil that afflicts us is due to the effort to get what is wanted without working for Verl a Lonely Hunter. Not Enough Flags Editor, fYDCM. UrClN. t P m- - Ci . Press Utah. Lake Association, Salt NATIONAL NEWSPAPEI SI l41' rTOni.'rrrg'.ii'.nn jp m- - Sat., Sun. & School Holidays Week Days TODAY Now we have 11 million officers trying for bigger salaries and more help, and more taxes with a total debt of 16 hundred billion. Washington gave the best eight years of his life as Commander in Chief of the Continental Army and refused to accept one single penny. 20th A -- MASTERPIECE f DAHV MtWS lOITOUltt 'AH AWESOMELY ABS0RBIN6 R. Beecher FILMI THRU TUES. Century-Fo- Prtitnti The DINO DE LAURENTI1S 1, im.il ... Production of CnW b Dr liitr BIB1Ec-- n In The Beginning yet another trophy in the national beautification derby. The size and make-uof the delegation sent to Washington to the trophy in behalf of Brigham City apaccept parently caused some turmoil and deservedly so. While our fair city thus continues to rank very high among the cities of its category in regard to beautification and clean-uefforts, it also continues to rank near the bottom as regards the spontaneous display of the, flag on national holidays. When the citys saturation display of flags along Main street in the center of town was first inaugurated, there may have been a good amount of hope on the part of the civic groups advocating the said display to the effect that this might prove to be a source of inspiration for citizens to fly old glory in front of their homes on the national holidays. This hope did not materialize however. On the basis of my own observations on past holidays and again on Washingtons Birthday today, 1 must say that this individual and spontaneous display of the flag on the part of Brigham City citizens is ridiculously sketchy at best if not down right miserable. A Boy survey from street to street of the flags shown would no doubt substantiate this observation of mine. I doubt if such a count on this years Washingtons Birthday would exceed by much, if at all, the total of the 71 flags the city displays along the center of town. Judging from this years display of flags in this fair city in honor of the father of our country, one would indeed be hard put to explain the words that he was "first in war, first in peace, and first in the hearts of his country men. P.S. I was happy to see old glory flying proudly todav on top of the historic court house edifice. very sincerely yours. Adolph Kaltwasser, 350 Holiday Drive Our State CAPITOL THEATRE it. c Harping on one subject is not usually to our liking, however, the current stalemate existing between the Box Elder County commission and Board of Education requires further examination. In an editorial last week it was suggested the two taxing bodies resolve the matter of who will pay 2,410 for the water pipe materials in southwest, Brigham City street project which promises to benefit both Lake View Elementary school patrons and students and persons visiting Pioneer Memorial Nursing home. IHS ts with perhaps greater consequences. Think of People 27-2- 9 than in a mink stole, although I'm sure she fills her role as a solons will be displayed in Build, number one supporter in fine style. ing 21, Feb. 27 . 29. of T. Lorenz Also, thanks to John The judging will be completed Thiokol's Washington office, and the morning of Feb. 27. The winners will receive ribbons his wife, for their kindnesses. Like and special recognition. folks nice The public is invited to view said, there are a lot of the fair from to 4 p.m. back there. Letters to p SCIENCE FAIR EXHIBIT Intermountain High school Science Fair perpara-tion- s are being made by Lee R. Begay, and Leon F. Begay, with the assistance of their teacher, Verl Iverson. The public is invited to view the exhibits Feb. in Building 21. I d of gold. WHAT HAPPENS when the $12 billion runs out and our imbalance of gold outflow continues? Thats a bridge that few want to talk about. Everyone agrees there is a problem. Not everyone agrees on how to meet it. Unless there is a drastic change in our balance of payments, the gold removal is only a stop-gameasure, just a gimick for buying more time, like warding off a virus only to know that it w ill return g city has just garnered p p Scout-conducte- d Washington and Lincoln EDITOR: Washington stood 6 ft. 3 Vz n- - antl Lincoln was 6 ft. 4 in. Both were born in February. Aren't we thankful for them and for what they did? What would our country have been without them? Washingtons motto was hard work and strict economy. Lincoln's was "One shall not live from the sweat of another mans brow - black or white. said "Every political concept I have had, Lincoln, "has been drawn from Jeffersons immortal Declaration that all men are created equal. That old negro standing over there is not my equal when it comes to color and he may not be in many respects, has earned by the sweat of his brow, he is my equal, but when it comes to his right to eat the bread he vour equal, every mans equal. When we were the political slaves of King George and wanted to be free we called the maxim that all men are created equal truth. But now we have grown so fat a and free, we have become so greedy to be masters we call the self same maxim a self evident lie. To Steve Douglas he said, "Slavery is wrong both ways. As I would not be a slave so I would not be a master. 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