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Show I f 2 BOX ELDER NEWS, Brigham City, Utah Sunday, February 1, 1976 Editorially Speaking Board faces tough task in extra service issue 10 D. Wayne Hunsaker was to vice president of Box Elder County appointed Bank at the annual meeting Tuesday. He was Jan. The Box Elder Board of Education is facing several critical issues in the weeks ahead, among these being a challenge to chart next years course where extended-daand extended-year services are concerned. The boards decision to cut such things as stipends for drill team, debate and drama advisers rocked the district earlier this year. As you may remember, it produced a sizeable tidal wave of protests. The intent, of course, was to make inroads on a sizeable deficit m the maintenance and operation fimd, a red ink situation which the board hopes to eliminate by the end of next y year. And if these are eliminated, what of high school and junior high athletic coaches? According to district figures, they are paid a total of $20,685 annually. Shouldnt they be cut back as well? Possibly, depending upon your point of view. But remember that competative sports pay at least a part of their own way through gate serving as an assistant before the promotion. First dancers of the week for Jan. 20, 1966 1966 were named at the Tornado dance at the Baton Arte studio. They are Vicki Huggins, Kathy Ellis, Paula Higley and Brad Jensen. Blaine Olsen and Rulon Jan. 20, 1966 of Dimes officials in Box March Duncan, local Elder county, were happy to receive a check for $100 from Thiokol Corp. in the annual drive. receipts. 25 BESIDES, AT the present time, a head basketball or football coach receives just $550 extra for that responsibility. In return, he is expected to spend perhaps as many hours in this endeavor as to essentially e constitute a second job. NOW THE policy-makin- g body Should it follow through and validate g the decision for another cost-savin- year? And what of athletics? Should this area of activity continue untouched, . or, in fairness, also be put under the . . ax? Those who argue for equity in our educational program must concede is in order. that a A cursory review reaffirms that finding a fair solution acceptable to everyone is nigh impossible. This became apparent during a relatively brief discussion on just a portion of the problem at Wednesdays board meeting. Permit us to point out just a few aspects of the dilemma : Eliminating stipends for drill team, drama, debate and pep club advisers plus summer vocal and instrumental music instructors, etc., will result in a $30,519.50 savings next year. SHOULD THOSE mentioned plus yearbook advisers, activity super: visor and administrative assistants continue to function anyway, considering it to be part of their professional assignment without additional compensation? In some cases, perhaps. But the subject is certainly debatable. A head wrestling or baseball coach is paid $330 for this service. Yet, its probably safe to say that Ron Wolff, wrestling coach at Box Elder High, spends an amount of time in this pursuit comparable to that of a summer vocal music teacher who receives eight times as much. And what of other dedicated teachers who devote many extra hours for the sake of their students without extra compensation? Frankly, wed like to see a diversified program of enrichment continue in the district. If an extended debate program encourages young people to seek and reach a higher plane of achievement, then it must be good. THE SAME WITH other areas mentioned. Hopefully, the financial aspects of the situation can be resolved to a point that will permit their continuation. At the same time, however, this seems, an appropriate point to reand exttrench. Each extended-da- y ' ' 56-3- The First Amendment to ; the Constitution says 'gross shaU moke no low ; of speech or of the press' I. columnist recently solicited responses from her readers to the question: If you had it to do over again, would you have childwell-know- n service previously authorized by the district should undergo an evaluation. Is it producing desired results? Is it necessary. Are there alternative approaches? This is no easy task but it has to be ren? Ann Landers said that much to her surprise, 70 percent of those responding said NO. And that indeed is stunning. She didnt mention the number of persons who bothered to indicate their attitude on the subject. But we guess the volume was substantial. How sad. Both for the parents and the children in those homes represented by the 70 percent majority. The parents have obviously failed to grasp the concept that children, prior to March never realize. How sad. I have a big date tonight. Its with my best girl. Well, my best girl next to her mother. You see, Ive been invited by my wide-eyeprogeny on a daddy-daughtdate. Is it really that important? Youd better believe it. Im missing my weekly coverage of city council meeting. And shes giving up a lesson of acrobatics. d, er A daddy-daughtdate has preference over everything. Why? Well, I used to ask that same question. Before I had a daughter, that is. Whats so special about attending a party with an Thats kind of a tough one to answer. Lets er see Uncle Sam sticks his nose into local affairs again The intrusion of Uncle Sam more deeply into what should be local prerogative will be manifest again next school year when boys chorus and girls chorus, boys physical education and girls physical education, as such, will not be offered in Box Elder district secondary schools. The Department of Health, Education and Welfare says you cant do that anymore. It amounts to discrimination. Facilities and programs, the feds pay, should be equal. gym classes. But they are not to be segregated by sex. If a girl can sing bass, shell be entitled to join the bass section. And the gymnasium will echo with the shouts of both boys and girls during physical education periods. Dont worry, though, theyll maintain segregated dressing rooms. But we wonder whats around the , corner y -- Oh brother! What next? Chorus will still be offered. So will . . . I used to read and hear about the special relationship that exists between fathers and their distaff offspring. You gotta be kidding, I would think. Why theyre just . . . just . . . girls. They cant hike, hunt or play ball. They wear dresses and spend half a lifetime giggling. They squeal when they see mice, spiders, scary movies and a boy whos caught their fancy. They think nail polish is more important than a fishing rod. Why, they would rather play jacks and jump rope than wrestle. Can you imagine? Thats what I used to believe. Now have a daughter. I dont believe it any more. At least not entirely. Yes, they do giggle and squeal a lot. Theyre vain about their hair, the way they smell and the cute I Although contact sports are ruled out for girls, you dont suppose that next year will see integration of the Rockettes or Hi Steppers ... do you? All this and were not adjusted yet to male operators on the telephone. :v "Con- - abridging the freedom ; t And they sigh in the tender, romantic parts of a movie. My little girl is all of these things. But they dont sum up her total personality. No sir. outfits they wear. They are dazzled by the boys (but not all of them). exhibits no hesitancy in beating her dad in checkers. Shell josh me, punch me and hide when its time for bed. And her eyes will fill with tears at the thought that she may have hurt my feelings. She Shes a question machine that never seems to run down. She likes the marchers at halftime better than the ball game. But shed rather play ball than march. Shes an unpredictable package of smiles, quizzical expressions, impatience, compassion, anger, curiosity . . . and love. She s the brightness at the end of a hard day, a hug, a kiss and a Welcome home, Dad! Shes the stuff of which silver linings are made. Shes grace, gentleness, charm and innocense personified . . . when shes asleep. And shes the one who says, I love you, Dad. Thanks for all you do, before drifting off to dreamland. ' Shes my little girl. And were going on a date tonight. Its a very special occasion to me. BOX A ELDER NEWS wkly niwipipir itibllihtd 50 Years Ago Sheffield has resigned his H.D. Jan. position at the Cash Grocery & Meat company and is back at his job in the First National Bank. Jan. 22, 1926 John M. Burt was given his pin as new president of the Kiwanis club at ceremonies recently. Jan . 22, 1926 A special dance transaction will be held at Bear River City next Friday under auspices of the Bear River Recreation committee. Henry Johnson, dance producer, says if you do not wish to enjoy a real time, by all means stay away, because a jolly crowd will be there. 22, 1926 Just as she may be demure with fluttering eyelids, she is equally in character as a tease, a flailing fighting machine when teased back by her brother. She wrestles. She runs and jumps, does flips and walks on her hands. She is precise about matching colors, style and hem length when dressing for church. She also can be found attired in an old orange T shirt, red pants, green, purple and blue socks and red, white and blue shoes during moments of leisure. 1. while a source of worry, inconvenience and expense, also can generate more love, pride and sense of fulfillment in a family than any other factor. How cruel it is for children to grow up with resentment as opposed to genuine affection. We have no criticism of the mother who seeks employment outside of the home to get away from the kids. Only sympathy. Nor for the father who forfeits the opportunity to develop a close relationship with his children because they represent merely an obligation. Oh, the rich moments of joy they . . , Wouldn't have children? How sad for these people A Louisville in the Whos Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges. Janet Forsgren, LaVonne Jan. 19, 1951 and Patty Smith are Simonsen Doris Jensen, Snow Queen title. The the for candidates among tomorrow is evening at Box Elder High. carnival and Mrs. Charles W. 1951 Mr. Jan. 19, Claybaugh left by train for Boise Tuesday evening where they will attend the Idaho Press convention. Mr. Claybaugh is a Utah delegate to the convention. Jan. 17, 1951 The Fourth Ward all stars were to play the Harlem Globetrotters at the Box Elder High gym tomorrow night. The negro team is scheduled to play in Ogden at 9:45 the same night. Jan. 17, 1951 Box Elder moved into a tie with North Cache and Logan for the Region One with a 6 win over Bear River Friday night. -- ended-year accomplished soon Years Ago Jack B. Watkins, son of Mr. and Jan. of Brigham City, was Watkins Mrs. Norman week by being named last honored singularly at the University of students one of three medical 19, 1951 full-tim- faces another moment of truth. Years Ago 20, 1066 In left, publlihtd tvtry Sunday by thi 55 l, lay Eldtr South Flrit Wait, Brigham City, Utah, B4J02, Sacond Clau poitaga paid at tha post otflca, 14 South Flrit Wait, Irlgham City, Utah, M302. Subicrlption rata Jt.00 par yaar pay-abl- a in advanca In connaction with tha toy Eldar Journal (publlihtd $4.50 tor 4 monthi In lot Thuridayi) Eldar County. Subscription rata $11.00 par yaar payable In advanca In connaction with tha Boy Eldar Journal (publlihtd Thuridayi) $5.50 for 4 monthi: outilda Boa Eldar County. Jan. 26, 1926 Edward Evanson, 65, of in was serious condition today as a Portage result of an explosion at his home resulting when he used kerosine to start a fire in his kitchen stove. Jan. 26, 1926 Deputy Charles Cheal made a trip out to Promontory Jan. 21 to 23 to investigate a still supposed to be in operation somewhere west of Cedar Springs. At Cosmo he procured a horse and commenced a search of the area. In a t with remains of a wash, he ran across a some moonshine still, liquor and corn and mash. Jan. 26, 1926 The American flag is flying at half mast on the University of Utah campus today for Leslie J. Olsen of Brigham City who died yesterday of pneumonia. He was registered in the medical school of the university. dug-ou- Letters to the Editor ... Thanks for paper Editor: Thank you for sending me the paper. It was always great to the news on the changes of Brigham City. I am now home so I read my folks paper. 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