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Show i 2 BOX ELDER JOURNAL, Brigham City, Utah Thursday, February 19, 1976. BT?KSto!a2Mtide that the filling and leveling for the', been contracted last Jane and bad about wrote stretch you shortly. We were told over two be would poured concrete that that the hold-u- p on the' here moved vears ago when we stretch was to let fill settle. If this was the Willard-Brighabeen under coocrete by now reason, that stretch should have m Editorially Speaking gyiH Jo IJ36 i that the stretch should be finished summer operations began on the access' within a year. Last and we all thought, great with connects it where road Haha-th- e bustle went on for finished. the road is going to be the then and poof, equipment and months about three We were also informed Not enough strings for revenue sharing? ments to cull out abuses, that have taken place. Congressman Gunn McKay has reiterated his opposition to federal revenue sharing and his determination to vote against renewal of the program which is due to expire this year. To the congressmans way of thinking, there arent enough strings attached to this source of funding for states, counties and municipalities. He sees inequities in the program with some areas siphoning off financial assistance when they dont really need it. Another view has been expressed by Sen. Frank E. Moss who claims that an extension of federal revenue sharing should bring with it more federal require (D-Uta- h) CERTAINLY, THESE two men are in a better position to gauge the total impact of revenue sharing than are we. Our impression is based primarily op the impact which the funding effort has enjoyed locally. For our money (pun intended), its the best form of federal spending to assist local areas yet cooked up in Washington. And one reason we like it is because there arent a host of strings attached in which to become entangled. While we concede there may be some inequities and abuses, federal (D-Uta- h) revenue sharing is less dependent upon an ungainly bureaucracy than most of the spending plans hatched under the great capitol dome. And, when it comes to abuses, we wonder if it can even be mentioned-i- n the same breath with the food stamp program and Medicare and Medicaid, both recently in the news. Certainly, if there are some faults, mend them but dont splash on a ton of cement when a dab of glue will do 'Fit. TO TAKE INTO consideration another objection, that a nation plunging ever more deeply into debt cant afford to hand out checks when it has no bank account, we respond, 15 okay, dispense with revenue sharing. But at the same time, lets hack down the jungle of other free spending operations as well ; for example, the make-jo- b plans so popular with some lawmakers. Weve liked revenue, sharing because it gave local officials some flexibility in its use. If the Congress should choose to embroider it with complex requirements such as those which garnish other of Uncle Sams give-awa- y operations, then perhaps should it be permitted to die a merciful death. But as mentioned previously, if were going to clean house, lets do a thorough job. Swim situation was unfortunate unfortunate situation developed recently when Box Elder High school apparently won the Region One swimming championship, only to give up the title on a decision by the prep leagues board of managers. Bonneville instead was fitted with the crown and the Bees were relegated to a runner-u- p position. shoulder some of the responsibility. An . It understandably was a bitter pill for the Box Elder team to swallow. Who was to blame? No one person, wed say , But Box Elder High school itself which hosted the meet, must v BASED ON THE information which weve received, the meet was not efficiently handled. Inexperienced personnel staffed the ; competition to a certain extent. This is too bad. Swimming with its d timing and specific rules governing technique offers a challenge even to veteran timers, judges and others who officiate. Bonneville stepped up to first place when it benefitted from three decisions. One disqualified a Logan relay team for jumping badk into the . split-secon- water before the race was pleted. This is a common fault, one which several years ago cost Box Elder another region championship. On this occasion, it reportedly gave Bonneville additional points. Another disqualification was called during the meet when a Bonneville breaststroker took an illegal stroke under water. But, according to reports, there was some uncertainty about it, resulting in no disqualification. - THE THIRD DECISION revolved around a Box Elder protest that two Bonneville swimmers were withdrawn from one swimming event and entered instead in diving on the morning of the meet. Rules are clear that once a scratch meeting is held, swimmers cannot be pulled from an event in such a manner. But it couldnt be clearly established or agreed to when, or even if, a scratch meeting had been held. As stated, the situation was unfortunate. Certainly we should have learned a lesson from it. BOX lowon ELDER JOURNAL Wt, Second Clnn poitege pnid it thu post office. It South Hrt Weft Brigham City. Utah. MM2. Me ChnriM "Tuff" Clnybnugh Publisher Oonoral Manager Sruca T. Keyee, Managing Editor Mika Sorry, Sporty Sailor Sarah Valet, Society Editor Shirley Richardioa, Cleuifledi Salty Claybaugh, Circulation Arland Tingny, Nawtpapnr Supr. Yap Clay ba ugh, Photo-Fra- n Supr. H. (. Andarton, Commercial Printing Supr. Dotvoon rock and hard placo Editor:. rata $1.00 par year paySulMcriptloe able in advance In connection with tho Boi Eldar Newy (published for months: in Boi Elder m t County. Subycription rate SI 1.00 per year payable In advance in connection with tho So Eldar News (publithed outyide $5.50 for i monthi: loi Eldar Couunty. middle-manageme- middle-manageme- NATIONAL NEWSPAPER " imdd 15SWWI ,.fnrn SS ha sums MEK8EI 1S72 g Corine Seniors and utility rates hearings before any rate increases are allowed, for efficiency studies of utility operations, and the bill proposing an advocate to represent the public at all utility hearings. The senior citizens do not want welfare, they want protection from the continual rise in the cost of utilities by the adoption of the lifeline concept of rate restructuring. With help they will have the opportunity to obtain the most important essentials of life. With all eligible persons uniting with the Utah State Coalition of Senior Citizens and the Utah State Senior Citizens Legislative council there will be support to makp the voice of senior citizens heard throughout the state and gain the lifeline rates that are a necessity to them in todays economy. Editor: ' On two occasions the quotes of John C. Sawhill testifying for the Utah Power and Light company before the Utah Public Service commission bearing, have come to our attention. On Jan. 28, Channel 2 reported, The low income people arent any responsibility of the power company, they are the responsibility of the welfare, so let the welfare program take care of them". The Deseret News on Jan. 29 carried this quote, I do not think that the utility commissioners can solve the nations welfare problem". The Utah State Senior Citizens Legislative council take issue with these remarks. We, as an organization, exist because we recognize and come to the aid of those citizens whose need should be the concern of every individual and organization within the state of Utah, as stated in our s. Our senior citizens, on fixed and Inadequate incomes, do not want to be forced on welfare because of any utility policy of the less you use, the more you pay". There is cause to question a society, of which both the utility companies and the Public Service commission are a part, that does not provide for some citizens who are forced to leave their work for the reason of age alone. We believe that legislation is the best method of solving social problems while preserving the dignity of the elderly. We commend the efforts of those legislators who prepared resolutions during the budget session which would reward those who conserve energy, support the holding of public 1--15 Yours truly, Marie Locklin, Brigham City We must safeguard freedom - Editor: The Feb. 8 issue of the Box Elder N-- J carried an article entitled Council moves to adopt codes. We should all be thankful for such men as Councilman Doug Wight, who seems to be the only (me with courage enough to protect our constitutional rights. Every public official is required to take an oath to support, protect, and defend the Constitution of the United States. The reason is to protect the citizenry of government. Public officials who believe they are too busy to study the Constitution and see to their,iswarn .aaci!e(i ;taust allow falacious principles and laws to erode our freedoms. A great American and patriot once recorded, We have learned by sad experience that it is the nature and disposition of almost all men, as soon as they get a little authority, as they suppose, they will immediately begin to exercise unrighteous dominion. Today, many of our elected officials have forgotten that governments job is not to provide for the people but to protect them while they provide for themselves. It is not the governments responsibility to set or determine the living standards for our homes and it should not interfere with a persons free agency as long as the person does not jeopardize the rights of others. Citizens of Brigham City, I plead with you to unitedly arise to the defeat of the enslaving doctrines of this code being foisted upon us by an over zealous mayor and city council. Ask yourself the following questions: Why should a building inspector (or his representative) have the right to demand entry to your home without your permission or a court order? nt A. J. Pease, ay right-of-wa- 1--15 I A weakly newipeper eiteblliked IfOi, oublUhed every Thiirtday br tbe Newt-JoomSS South EWer Sol Ftrat Irighem City, Utah. MM2 school houses, the Since the time of ooe and two-rooschool principal has been in a difficult position in relationship to superordinates and subordinates. This is mainly because Nrwn hqt rally miHHljnarv. thf pftnrlpalghtp ppfttiWt agement and educators have resisted the corporate image and managerial theory in the business of educating. nt In essence, requires the principal to cause, through the efforts of personnel, the education process to transpire within the parameters established by the school board and initiated by the superintendent Unless the principals roles and district polity are clearly established and defined, the principal ends up between the proverbial rock and hard place. The principals plight may be eased if: (a) district policy and position is dearly established and changed only through visible and sound procedures, (b) the principal has a high trust level toward superordinates based upon understanding of and functioning through policy, and (c) teachers and staff develop a high trust level toward the principal realizing that the principal functions as based upon clearly defined policy and will be supportive within the parameters of such policy. The critical point concerning the principals stand or position with superordinate and subordinate personnel is is whether or not the three above criteria exist. Side-takinnot the issue. The issue is whether or not the principal is accountably role performing based upon sound, preestablished policy. This then is the question. Does Box Elder County School district have a policy manual or position paper which clearly establishes what education and the business of educating are to be within the district? since rumors that it is being held Lately we have read and beard land. Cutting highways up because it is cutting through farm A good price is paid for the time. the all done is land through and I have seen fanning done right up to the right-of-wwithout y problems. I lived on a farm that was run this way in Ohio when I was a girl and my father not only and he farmed it, he got paid a good price for the right-of-wa- y was pleased that he now had a more direct route to town and more customers for his produce stands during the summer. So why are the farmers yelling? that it is being held up Lately we have heard more rumorsWillard-Perry the merchants of along highway, the because and the new road will cut into their profits. What merchants? We have roadside stands, a few very small cafes, a furniture store, and a few gas stations and a rod shop. I would venture to guess that the amount of freeway trade they get, with the exception of Jessies truck stop, is minimal and the majority is from local residents. la being held up, how I question if this is one reason that merchants have so much (rail that they can stop or effectively delay a federal highways completion; afterall, its not the entire town protesting. During the past year, especially just since September we have had a number of deadly accidents on the Willard-Perr- y road; weve killed several people, wrecked a bus and right now we are in the process of killing off our deer population, thus eliminating the sport of hunting for many people. The dollars spent on hospital bills and personal property damage to vehicles must total millions by now. 8 the highway were finished this situation would not be here and the road would be much safer to travel than it currently is. I think it is time that the local people in the form of our news media did a little investigation into what is holding up this road and when it will be completed. If there is a truly valid reason for holding it up then I will be the first to shut my mouth and send an apology for feeling that there is something rotten in Denmark or should I say our local governments when it comes to the completion of this section of 80011 Utah State Senior Citizens Legislative council T. Paul Thomas, Chairman Legislative Committee, 52 North Pinehurst Tooele, Utah 84074 Drugs price inequity Editor: Governor Hampton has signed the bill just passed by the Utah legislature eliminating the sales tax on prescription drugs. This is a good bill. But it is actually only a drop in the bucket if one takes note of the fact that the American public, spending over seven billion dollars a year for prescription drugs, is being terribly overcharged for them. For example, a Canadian druggist or pharmacist pays only $8.63 for one thousand tablets of the oral antidiabetic dnig sold under the name of Orinase, whereas his US counterpart must pay $82.68 for the same 1,000 tablets made by the same drug firm and sold under the same name. As a second example, let us take the drug sold under the name of Butazolidin prescribed in the treatment of arthritis The Canadian pharmacist is charged only $3.67 for one thousand tablets of this drug, whereas his American counterpart must pay $67.28. In other words, the American druggist has to pay about 12 ' , ' f ' , . . . times more for the Orinase and about 18 times more for the Butazolidin than the Canadian druggist The reason for this enormous difference in the cost of these two, and probably many other prescription drugs as well, is this: Canada has price controls on prescription drugs, and the USA has not Senator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin, prime mover in the Senate in the matter of introducing bills in the Senate that would establish prescription drugs price controls, similar to those in Canada and other countries, has in fact introduced 16 such bills in recent years, but not one of them has ever even reached the Senate floor for a vote. Senator Nelson is very angry over this situation. I would be angry also if I had to pay about $10 for 100 tablets of Orinase, for example, and if I knew that I could buy the very same 100 tablets for much much less in Canada, since the Canadian pharmacist pays only $6.63 for one thousand tablets. While the costs of medical care are soaring ever higher, I cannot understand at all why nothing apparently is being done in this country in an attempt to bring the prices we pay here for such drugs as Orinase, for example, more closely in line with the very much lower prices Canadians and others are paying for the same drug. I was a bit shocked when I read about this factual price descrepancy with regard to the cost of prescription drugs, and so will others once they are informed about it. What can actually be done to remedy such a situation of dear-cu- t price inequity? Probably nothing! But you could write to one of our legislators in Washington and ask him whether he is aware of the above situation and what can be done about it. Sincerely yours, Adolph Kaltwasser Laments 15 delay Editor: Regarding the last two articles published concerning they set me to wondering once again when we are going to see completion of the stretch between Willard turnoff and Why should we be required to be uniform in the way we build our homes? Why should all ceilings be 7 ft. 6 in? Why should the city be allowed to determine the type or quality of your sinks or water closets; the light intensity of your rooms, the humidity level of your homes, etc., etc. If you do not allow access to the inspector why should you be charged with a misdemeanor and fined without any protection of the law? If you are found in violation of the code for any of dozens of things you could be inspected on, why should that be an automatic misdemeanor which is accounted to you everyday i you are in violation? The mayor noted at the meeting that the building code includes a provision for appeal. Appeal to whom? The lawful process? No! Appeal to a board appointed by the same people foisting this abomination upon you. What good is appeal under these conditions? It took close to six thousand years for the truths embodied in the Declaration of Independence to be incorporated as the foundation of a nation. Now we are losing our freedoms by allowing our elected representatives to impose such abominations upon us as this HUD authored Uniform Housing Code, which is akin to OSHA for the private citizen. If it werent so serious it would be laughable to think back 200 years to our forefathers struggling for freedom and we here giving ours away. They established a a republic system of limited government. A system to keep the government from meddling in the private affairs of its dtizens. Read this Uniform Housing Code". See if you dont think it violates your rights under the Constitution in general and in particular Amending Articles IV, V, VI, and XIV Sec. bit-by-- Our forefathers learned what we should now know: That freedom is more precious than uniformity, more precious than peace yea, more precious than life itself. We, the citizens, must safeguard it no one else will! ! ! - Pleadingly yours, T.W. Gardner Brigham City Library code interest? Editor: I?eetin8, TJie.ci at City Hall at 7 which is open to the public, p.m. We request all citizens interested in changing the code, solving past library problems and ones to please be present at the council preventin meeting. . Chairman, Pat Spence Lou Andersen |