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Show r I I ( BOX ELDER Qrigham City, Utah Sunday, June 27, 1976 NEWS, ?ifCiOG3?A 3019 rtfiJU Editorially Speaking Should Allan Howe be removed from office? The tragic case of Rep. Allan T. Howe has brought unwanted headlines to the first-tercongressman and the state of Utah as well. As could be expected, out of it has grown charges and countercharges. Howes own Democratic party has been polarized by the situation. The general public as well, to a certain m extent. Some contend, agreeing with the congressmans explanation, that he was set up when apprehended by Salt Lake City vice squad officers in the citys red light district. His supporters reason that he is too fine a pian, that he would be out of character in soliciting the services of two supposed prostitutes. ITS ARGUED that Howe has been convicted by the press, that instead of belaboring his momentary difficulty, his accomplishments in Washington should be cited. Information that a tape recording had been made of the conversation between Howe and the police d decoys, release of and then disclosure that dialogue no such recording had been made, add to the dimensions of this political drama. 1966 Eight delegates for the Brigham City area were among 647 youths who graduated from the 20th annual Boys state held June Years Ago Indian enrollees at the Intermountain summer school presented Indian ceremonies at Rees Pioneer park. Talent for the show came from the more than 300 students of Indian descent attending the summer session. 25 June 27, 1951 letters to the Editor.,. I GREENER PASTURES over-zealo- self righteousness. While religious conviction may deny compromise with infidelity, it should also reflect charity. Further, we do not know if Mr. Howe is guilty as charged. That remains for the court to decide. One New York columnist posed this question : And even if he were guilty as charged, is the offense so reprehensible as to warrant his removal from public life? In the minds of New Yorkers, perhaps not. But Utah with its religious background, is not New York. Some already would fault the Visitor was impressed o o Editor: My father, who has just returned to his home in Dallas, Texas following a weeks visit here in Brigham City, was so. impressed and inspired by both the play The Order is Love with its important role in the history of our community and with the efforts of the members of the LDS church on behalf of the flood victims in Southern Idaho, that he sat down and penned the following poem. I enjoyed it so much that I wanted to share it with you and your readers. Perhaps I should also mention that my father is not a member of the LDS church but was still deeply touched by the spirit and efforts of the LDS church members here. J if- TUo ; V ) ci $' congressman for exercising the rzondment to the Constitution says: 1 mcko no law... abridging fhe freedom r of the press' "Con-rrc- ., questionable judgment even to be on Salt Lakes west Second South in the The Legend Of Brigham City by Thomas E. Henage first place. It wasnt, very smart. At any rate, it appears now ; -- Nestled Hbwes barring Representative Local citizens will remember several months ago when proposed adoption of a housing code in Brigham City encountered considerable opposition, both from residents and a city councilman. Opponents claimed that certain provisions of the code, put together by the International Conference of Building Officials, constituted an unwarranted invasion of privacy. The result was to refer the disputed code to committee for study. It has yet to be adopted in any form. The point is that a measure found objectionable, at least in part, was not put into effect because it was a matter of local choice. This same advantage is not asso- ciated with bills which recently passed both houses of Congress and reportedly is now in conference committee. This legislation would establish a national uniform building code. Ad- ditionally, the Senate version withdrawal from the race that his fate will be decided at the ballot box. His chances for political survival, at this point, appear dim indeed. attaches sanctions. These include denying loans from any federally insured financial institution to any prospective homeowner in a community which did not adopt the national uniform standards. This is the same strong-artactic m employed in the federally-subsidize- d flood insurance program. The House version does not contain the sanctions. And that should make for some interesting discussion in conference committee. At any rate, it appears that some federal lawmakers desire to make sure that things are done for our own best good whether we like it or not. To quote Sen. Jake Gam (R-Uta- I feel it is big brotherism at its worst for the federal government to impose its standards on local governments and deny locally elected officials the right to govern their municipalities. We couldnt have said it better. What a surprise! Weeds out, marigolds in What a pleasant surprise it was Thursday morning to discover that a group of junior gardeners were Box the Elder News planter weeding 4-- H replacing the unwanted and unsightly vegetation with maribox, golds. Led by Mrs. Frances Jones, they performed a good deed that was truly a fine service. Here at the N-- J we should have gotten at the task long ago. Weve plugged the beautification theme, urging property owners and businessmen to clean up, paint up and fix up. And gone lacking ourselves, at least in keeping the weeds away. (Although you may have noticed in recent weeks that our building sports a brand new coat of paint.) Thanks, kids, for setting a good example for us oldsters. Once in a while we need just such a prod. We pledged to them our intent to keep the new plants watered, even if by bucket. Those who journey through the main alleyway behind the N-- J are invited to observe and measure the worth of our word. Pardon us now. Weve got to go water the marigolds! in the Wasatch mountains Ku ' of Idaho The legend of Brigham City began i Senate would force building code on us . 26, in Logan. They were: Randy Hall, Scott Zundel, Jeff Petersen, Mickey Felt, Merrell Call, Joe Armstrong, Tom Owen and James Stoddard. June 26, 1966 Rosemarie Weisz of Brigham City, a student at Gonzaga university in Washington, won a $5,000 grant to Boston college. this sobering assessment should cause citizens to subdue an display of Observers outside of Utah argue that Allan T. Howe is simply the victim of a sex scandal generated by Rep. Wayne Hays who allegedly kept a woman on the government payroll for bedroom company only. They say that the crime of which he is accused is not sufficient by itself to force his removal from office. A few observations of our own: 11 However, in this case we concede that some editorial opinions have, in effect, concluded Mr. Howes guilt. And, no doubt, the general public has been influenced to an extent. The reason is obvious. The congressmans story about being lured to his rendezvous is tough to swallow. His presence there and ensuing arrest are a matter of cold fact. To suppose that he is too honest and noble of character ever to engage in, or be tempted by moral misbehavior, is naive. That in itself is a shallow defense. Men far more historically prominent with deep religious roots have succumbed to the enticement of another womans boudoir. AT THE SAME time, word-for-wor- FIRST, WE tire of the constant fclaim that accused persons have been tried and convicted by the press. Newspapers do not contrive the situations which bring unwanted publicity. They only report them. Yeats Ago of June Brigham City made an offer $40,000 for the downtown property occupied by Bestway Building center, 25 East Forest St., announced Mayor Olof Zundel. 10 26, 1966 . Dr. Burton A. Dudding, chairman of the pediatrics department at the University of Kansas Medical center, contends that folks shouldnt fight the common cold. But when the old sniffles gome to stop up your dose, relax and edjoy id. Dr. Dudding must have a better brand of cold than annually strikes this scribe. Tolerate it, yes, but enjoy it, never! Of course, the good doctor does make some sound observations. They provide a means for perpetuation of certain species of microorganisms that cause relatively little morbidity and almost no mortality in human beings, he is quoted as saying. Ive often made the .same comment to the Missus. Well, something like it anyway. My summarization usually goes like this: There musd be some reason why I caughd this code. No oned could be this miserable for noding. condition for good .measure. Otherwise the boss will be convinced youre gold bricking. I recall some time ago when the Pow Wow ticker was doing strange things . . . beating a rumba to waltz music, coming down on the up beat, going tick instead of tock. He went to the doctor who did a lot of thoughtful hmmming, finally diagnosing my condition and pinning a long name to it, one as impressive to the sound as a double hernia with complications of athletes foot. Oh boy, I thought, hes gonna say go home, do p lot of fishing, no lawn mowing or painting the trim on the house. Be waited on hand and foot. And watch many ball games on television. Not so. My friend the doctor disclosed that it was not a serious health problem. I should return to work and the ailment would go away. A e asthmatic They believed that man could prosper By helping one another And that life could be rewarding Treating each man as a brother. The Order was established, Every family took part, And the land began to flourish; There was love in every heart. So ' Industry and business grew As they labored through the years And Brigham City prospered With blood and sweat and tears. Today the city nestles here Some sixteen thousand strong, And The Order as they knew it Has for many years been gone. But still the spirit lingers Of so many years ago When the settlers worked together To prosper and to grow. When tragedy and pestilence Strikes their fellow man, Brigham is the first to answer And give a helping hand. justice is that? Dr. Dudding is' sure right about one thing, noting that people spend millions annually for a wide assortment of cold remedies of dubious value. In all probability the placebo effect is greater than the effect of the pharmacologically active ingredient, he declares. Yeh, I was saying the same thing just the other day. If you treat a cold itll last a week. If you dont, itll go away in seven days. x To the north, when raging water Swept through Rexburg, Idaho, Twelve hundred Brigham residents Were among the first to go. As they labored there relentlessly, The ravaged victims all took heart; And it gave them the hope and courage To being another start. When they realized the blessings wrought Through love and help of fellow man, They knew that Brigham City Lived The Order once again. , 177 Rick Henage North First East Brigham City BOARD OF EDUCATION BOX ELDER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT Brigham City, Utah 84302 BOX A weekly 1894. Bos ELDER newspaper published every NEWS established In Sunday by the 55 South l, Eldar First Wait, Brigham City, Utah, 84302. Sacond Class postage paid at tha post olflca, It South First Wait, Brigham City. Utah, 84302. Mambar Audit Buraau of Circulations. Utah Stata Praia Association, National and Unltad Nawspapar Allocation Brass International. Advartislng Utah Stata Press Association. Salt Lake City, Utah. Subscription rata Jt.00 par yaar In advance in connection with the Boa Eldar Journal ( published $4.50 for 4 months In Bos Thursdays) ailments. runny nose and weeping eyes just don t make it by themselves, unless maybe you can throw in high blood pressure or an group of Mormon settlers Seeking to build a better life Braved the winter snow and hardship Sickness, hunger and strife. A Children. Dr. Dudding says the common cold gives us an acceptable excuse to take an occasional day off from school or work, to remain at home to be pampered by other family members. Thats easier said than done. A cold really doesnt pack enough punch to stand by itself as a reason to miss work. Youve got to label it as the flu or near pneumonia or extensive viral infection or strep toe. Those are real stay-at-hom- More than a hundred years ago. I did and it did. And then I caught a cold which made me miserable and I still couldnt stay home and watch All My What kind of L'i Just south 1 Eldar County. Subscription rata $11.00 par yaar In advance in connection with the Boa Eldar Journal (published Thursdays) $5.50 for 4 months: outside Boa Eldar County. Board Meeting Agenda Board Room Wednesday June 30. 1976 8:00 p.m. FINAL BUDGET HEARING 8:00 1. Call to Order 8:30 2. Property and Liability Insurance Bids 9:30 3. Final Budget Hearing 9:45 4. Approval of Minutes (3 sets) of Claims and District Fipanclal Report 10:00 5. Approval 10: 15 6. Title 10:30 7. Student 10:35 11:00 11:10 j IX Fees and Deposits ' Salary Proposals Administrators and Classified Personnel 9.. 10. Staffing Authority -- - July Requested Releases and Proposed Employment I |