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Show p Jt 2 BOX ELDER JOURNAL, Brigham City, Utah It GET OFF MY BACK! Thursday, October 14, 1976 was Democratic rally Editor: , Editorially Speaking Butz had misfortune profitable two days from which I have gained motivation, inspiration and dedication in my role as a teacher. In the first session on Thursday, a setup for the special to have words printed The recent resignation of Agricultural Secretary Earl Butz, victim of a wave of protest after racial remarks attributed to him were published, found some critics unsatisfied. They felt President Ford should have fired him immediately. While we dont condone Butzs remarks, the situation brings into focus a form of hypocracy that deserves , some attention. Its reflected in this observation from the UPI Reporter which is a news letter from the office of H. L. Stevenson, editor-in-chiand vice president of United Press International. session, our National Education Association president wanted us to believe that the appearance of Governor Carter hustle was months in the making. Why then, the of rescheduling after the UEA booklet had been out for weeks? The truth of the matter was that NEA President Ryor was able to convince Governor Carter that he could deliver UEA and a full Salt Palace of Salt Lake citizens as a political rally worthy of his appearance. last-minut- print. What we have, then, is a vulgar commentary by Butz which, unfortunately, fits an acceptable mold in that world of Washington politics. Which means his crime was not in saying what he did but having it printed for the public to read. Its ironic that some who ply their political trade in the nations capital should react with sharp indignance, implying their delicate ears had CSPS FRANKLY, what Butz said (he is quoted in the news letter) is offensive to us. We dont approve of such language or the racial judgment it conveyed. We dont like it coming from an appointed cabinet mem- This town (Washington, D.C.) is stranger to raw language. Power is not a puritanical thing and the records of Harry Truman, no When the last seat was filled and the aisles were a firemans nightmare, Governor Carter arrived. He was assured by Governor Rampton that this was the largest ber, the neighbor next door or Dwight Eisenhower, John Kennedy, Lyndon Johnson and Richard Nixon are laced with salty talk and profanity. anyone else. We suspect public officials will be more careful to whom they express their vulgarities in the future. They could show up in print somewhere and send their careers down the PROFANITY AND gutter talk are as much a part of the nations capital as the monuments dotting the landscape. For years it was the custom not to publicly quote the politicans. Titillating talk, vulgarities and indiscreet jokes were swept up and passed along the cocktail circuit but seldom saw the light of public drain. BOX Theres an even better suggestion, however: Keep their observations and stories out of the gutter. Minds entrusted with public office certainly must have more important and morally acceptable matters on which to dwell. ' tddn-.- uriT bnA idr i.onn MU. tuttmmKyo in Those whove driven along Sixth West in the area of Rees Pioneer park recently must certainly have observed the positive transformad tion that has taken place on ground immediately north of the existing ball diamonds. Under the guidance of Parks Superintendent Howard Kelly, the acreage has been graded, smoothed, planted in grass seed and fertilized. What a difference its made to that area. And are we pleased! city-owne- Chariot "Tutf" Claybaugh Fublishar Ganaral Managar Iruca T. Kayot, Managing Editor Mika Parry, Sports Editor Sarah Yatot, Sociaty Editor Shirlay Rlchardioa, Clanifiodt Batty Claybaugh, Clreulatioa Arland Tlngay, Nawipapar Supr. Van Claybaugh, Pheto-Pra- n Supr. H. E. Andanoa, Commarclal Printing Supr. days) .time. A sprinkling system was installed several years ago. But since then, the ground has stood undeveloped and unused, and unsightly. Now a green mantle of grass weed-covere- d. las Eldar County. Utah State Press Association, National Newspaper Association and Press International. . AdvertisUnited ing Representative: Utah State Press Salt Lake City, Utah. Association, MEMBER OF THE 'UlaLMy NATIONAL NEWSPAPER vzzurm And thats got to be applauded not only by park users but neighbors area. And those .who simply drive by on busy First North. To City Councilman Wayne Jones on whose ears fell our pleas for improvement earlier this year, and to Superintendent Kelly, we express our sincere thanks. Our city is now a better place in which to live. Now, about the outside appearance of the old city hall... id KM SISTAININ6 MEMBER d. - 1S72 e Editors Quote Book '. you shrink from respon- sibility. KimDimdaleSec. Arnold Glasow Sheri Johnston Representative Ed Munson Representative Jimmy Hepworth Representative : I'1' the most capable teacher, it presents a gargantuan challenge. Combined with this challenge, one must also take into consideration the different rates of growth among children as well as the various social skills which they have acquired from the multitudes of different . social economic environments from which they come. It is unfortunate that with so much knowledge as is available about children, that there are still those who do not recognize the fact that children are different and in order to allow them equal opportunity for growth and development, physically, socially, emotionally and intellectually, it may be necessary to treat them differently. However, it is gratifying to note that most teachers in our educational systems today are well trained and well qualified to provide for the individual differences of children. ' Current educational program and curri-culuare designed to help meet the needs of the varying abilities of children, it is interesting to note that in a typical classroom of third grade students, that ability and-o- r achievement in any given subject area may range from a grade equivalency lower than first grade to a grade equivalency of above fifth grade. j ' i The last two years have really been great, anfl Im grateful that you were sending me the News and Journal. It has given me a better insight, and kept me more informed, then I could l get from other people. , My companions have really enjoyed them a lot,' too. My mission will be over soon, so you may discontinue the service to me. Thanks again for your kindness. Editor: Elder Brent C. Wyatt Wants UFO Info Editor: Our office has received a report of an unidentified flying object moving over your area on October 8, 1976. We would appreciate hearing from any citizen who observed the object Witnesses are encouraged to send a detailed sketch of the object and, a report describing the objects flight path, motions, maneuvers, distance from the witness, altitude, size, color, etc., to: Phenomena Research UFO Reporting Center P.O.BOX 1807 Seattle, Washington 98111 Names of witnesses and sources will be held strictly confidential. Editor: A number of Utah educators have expressed dismay that the NEA (National Education association) has endorsed the Democratic party candidate for president. Their dismay is understandable inasmuch as they are members of NEA and may not agree with the endorsement However, NEA leaders stated over a year ago that they were going to get involved in the political process and were going to endorse political candidates who favor their goal of complete control of our educational system through federal see with this spread in ability or maturation, it is a challenge, to say tiie least, to provide appropriate, challenging materials to each and every student so that he will not become bored or frustrated. If parents, teachers, administrators or any others who work with children can grasp the importance of the impact which As one can readily individual differences have on the educational experience of each child and if we could all become more empathetic toward students who may not grow and develop or achieve as his older brother or sister achieved or as the average student" achieves, school might be a more enjoyable experience for all. All of us should remember that one starts life as an infant and progresses through an orderly process with the subsequent stages of childhood, adolescence and adulthood. A child must walk .before he runs and so it is with the developmental process in the other areas such as emotional, social and cognitive development. As a child matures he must pass through certain stages of development on his way to adulthood but each at his own rate. Encouragement and praise are undoubtedly the best way to get a child to take the next step in the developmental process. V'. Thanks for service Can do own thinking person different ' oi0 t ij ' v' " ' a m t rrt We, the junior class officers of Box Elder High school, would like to extend our gratitude to those merchants who allowed members of the junior class to paint slogans on their store windows, thus keeping up with the festivities of homecoming week. The merchants were very considerate and thoughtful in permitting us to do. The project was very successful and a great help in promoting school spirit It also allowed the citizens of our community to see the enthusiasm of the school, and, hopefully, boosted the moral support which the community has for the school. The merchants involved had to make certain sacrifices to accommodate us, so, again we would like to thank them and let them know how much we appreciate their cooperation. We hope that they will allow classes in the coming years to do the same and keep this tradition alive. We would also like to thank the street department of Brigham City for their permission and cooperation in the project of painting certain streets of the city. Dont expect to grow if Like snowflakes, each ' ' - Sincerely, The Junior Class Officers of Box Elder High School Mark Pulsipher Pres. Sue Ferry Vice Pres. School Talk bv Richard Kimber. Director of Pupil Personnel, Box Elder School District Just like snowflakes, every person is different from every other person. No two people are the same in every way; each is a unique individual. It is almost immediately evident as one observes infants and small children that there are numerous differences in physical appearance and characteristics. Children of the same choronlogical age may vary tremendously in height, weight, muscular development, hair texture and color, and many other physical characteristics. Just as children are different physically, so are they different intellecutally and in their temperment. Most children fall into the broad middle range intellectually but the differences in intellectual capacity are very evident ranging from the severly retarded on the one end of the spectrum to the gifted or genius at the other. It is this aspect of tlie individual differences which is probably the most challenging to educators in todays schools. Each fall hundreds of children enter the schools of each school district in the state. All are approximately the same age chonologically but the range in physical abilities, irtellectual capacities and emotional maturity is so broad that for even Editor: r.-- , . - d, Margaret Lewis, Brigham City i ' - political gathering in the history of the state of Utah. The governors speech was 30 minutes in length. Much of it was familiar to those of us who anxiously watch the debate and have a knowledge of political platforms. Hie point I desire to make has nothing to do with personal political persuasion. As a matter of fact when I learned that Govenor Carter was to make an appearance at UEA I considered it a real feather in the caps of our officials. Had he been offered our usual courteous welcome for his brief address there would have been no reason for this letter. All patriotic people are anxious to see a real live presidential candidate. As a child of 12 1 had the privilege of presenting a beautiful box of strawberries from our own patch to President Roosevelt on a whistle stop through Brigham City. That ignited my interest in political candidates. I have voted in every election of my eligible years. My point is that UEA aborted its educational obligation to us in favor of a Democratic political rally. No wonder Field General McCarty was grinning like a Cheshire cat! Hadnt he pulled off the slickest political move of his ambitious career? It can best be said in the words of a gentleman on my right as we walked from the political arena By damn, it better be our turn next time! Thanks, merchants ! Member in-th- The property has been tagged for planting and development of two additional softball diamonds and a little league football field for a long in Subscription rata $14.00 par yaar payable in advanca in connaction with tha los Eldar Naws (published Sun days) outside los Eldar County. next summer. Were delighted with the development. Another improvement of. significance has taken place on the parking lot at John Adams park. No longer nor incluweed and ding an open culvert enclosed by a sagging fence and debris, it has been hard-surface- The editor invites and welcomes letters for publication in these columns. However, contributions must be signed and also bear the writers adress and telephone number. It is suggested that letters not exceed 250 Words in length. Subscription rata $10.00 par yoar pay-abin advanca In connaction with tha lot Eldar Nawi (published Sun- n !?.ni nem cj is slowly manifesting itself there with promise of a substantial turf by rock-covere- lowers to the Editor". JOURNAL wuukly auwtpopur Mtubllilwd I 110. publlthad wry Thursday by thu 5S South to, Eldur Hnt Wait, Brigham City, Utah, 14102. Sacond Clan poitaga paid at tha poit offlca, 14 South First Watt Irigham City, Utah, 14301. r;sU V V1,V!& 01 ELDER A Development at parks make community better oia qoda UEA President Taylor declared that one of the aspirations d of UEA was for the federal government to pick up of the tab for the cost of education. This same promise was delivered by President Ryor to the NEA delegates in Miami ' which extracted an endorsement for Governor Carter. Green session. ticket for set the special Thus the stage was holders filled special sections in center front carrying their signs or endorsement which erroneously declared a collective endorsement of UEA for Governor Carter. When were we polled? One by one the various Democratic aspirants filed in, setting off a demonstration of sound and poster waving. Senator Moss invited Senator Ervin to tell a few of his salty tales as a means of using time as the arrival of Governor Carter became more prolonged. The salty tales became slurs on the present administration but not before he had expounded one through 12 the credits Senator Moss had accumulated in his 18 years in Congress. one-thir- never heard such talk. ef This Friday morning of Utah Education Association finds me at my desk in my school room, grateful for a choice whereby I can honorably put in my paid day rather than attend UEA. This is a real departure from past customs since I havent missed a UEA convention in 20 years. It has always been a financing. The Utah Education Association picked up the party line last week by seconding NEAs call for 30 percent federal funding and control of our schools, this in spite of widespread opposition to Title IX demands based on the present v percent federal funds. The UEA has also fallen into line with the NEA endorsement of a presidential candidate although they were more subtle about it According to a recent news item, the American party campaign coordinator approached UEA officials over a month before the convention requesting an opportunity for Tom Anderson, the American candidate for president, to speak to the UEA members. He was told, however, that the agenda was filled. Then, just a week before the convention, Jimmy Carter was invited to speak. (The fact that Tom Anderson and the American party advocate local control of our schools and complete freedom from federal debt financing may have influenced their decision.) Much of the mess our government is now in is the result of attempts by politicians to please special interest on minority groups at the expense of the general citizenry. Governmental functions should be confined to their constitutional role and the NEA and UEA should confine themselves to the worthy and challenging task of providing a professional organization for educators. School teachers and administrators have enough intelligence and common sense to do their own political thinking without the NEA and UEA doing it for them. 7-- 10 . 1 Sincerely, Robert J.Gribble, Director Dixie says 'thanks1 Editor: When one has a deep sense of gratitude to thousands of people, the expression of that gratitude becomes a very real need. May we call upon your paper for yet another service to us. The gubernatorial campaign has been without question an extremely taxing five months for the Leavitt family. We have learned that it is possible to expend the kind of efforts we made only because so many hundreds of people are willing to give their time and financial assistance, their help and encouragement. We have received such an outpouring of kindness and support from so many caring people that we find it impossible to think of ourselves as having lost. We are grateful for your time, and many of you have spent untold hours organizing grass roots efforts in contacting people or performing countless other necessary in our behalf. We are grateful for your financial contributions and we hope sincerely that you will feel that it was worthwhile even though we were not victorious. We are grateful for your expressions of concern for our welfare and we are most sincerely grateful for your votes. It is heartwarming to have received the majority of votes in 20 of 29 counties, and especially the overwhelming majority from our town people. You have accorded us great honor and we shall strive to continue to be worthy of trust and to contribute wherever and whenever we may. v Sincerely,. R. L. Partridge Honeyville Dixie and Anne Leavitt and family ' |