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Show I J 4 2 Likes pentathlon BOX ELDER JOURNAL, Brigham City, Utah Thursday, June 16, 1977 Editor: Editorially Speaking I would like to express my appreciation to the News and Journal for their sponsorship of the Junior Pentathlon. Our students have been very enthusiastic about the program and their interest has grown each year. There were 130 participants which included 20 girls this year. We appreciate your interest in making this event possible. How will Brigham City observe this July 4? There were two nice things about the Bicentennial observance of dependence day in Brigham last year. One was the community In- City service which attracted hundreds of residents to John Adams park. The other was a grand fireworks display which was a fitting pyrotechnic salute to the nation. Coming later in the year was completion of a Bicentennial project to collect flags from all 50 states. We are now in the 201st year of the countrys history of independence. And what is on the schedule to note this July 4? Not much. But there is a stirring. City fathers reportedly have agreed to budget $2,000 for the traditional fireworks at Rees Pioneer park, the decision to do so coming just this week. And Mrs. Beth Gurrister seems to have landed the responsibility for putting together an appropriate patriotic program. This was not at any official invitation but the result of Mrs. Gurrister s continuing determination that July 4 ought to be observed by more than just taking a day off from work. Bless her, shes persevered through one year of apathy after another, undaunted by the small crowds and lack of enthusiasm. Sincerely, Coach, M.D. Perry, Bear River Junior High Appreciated help Shes already requested that the 50 state flags be placed on the city plaza July 4 which will present a Editor: colorful display. This will also be an appropriate location for a service focusing attention on the birth of our nation. The city hall flag staff is near by and the bell in the old city hall tower can be run as a fitting part of the ceremony. We dont expect that an audience equal to last years crowd at Adams park will attend. But hopefully, a substantial number of local area residents will choose to begin their July 4 holiday on this fitting note. It appears doubtful at this time that any organized celebration acti-- , vities games, rides, etc. will be I wish to give a word of thanks for the kind assistance of the Utah Highway Patrol that works in our area. The Bible church hosted a group of 36 young people from Grand Rapids, Mich., for the week. They traveled to different towns during the week in a bus which had many miles on it. On one occasion as they were coming back from Logan, the bus experienced vapor lock. One of the Highway Patrol officers came to their assistance by pushing the bus loaded with 25 young people from the Sherwood Hills area over the pass at 55 mph no less! Their help was invaluable and we do appreciate it. Sincerely, Rev. John E. Romanosky, Pastor, the Bible Church, 634 South Second East, Brigham City offered here. Appreciated church use The Brigham City Jaycees and Jayceettes who used to perform such a yeoman service in staging the festivities at Rees Pioneer park, are reportedly no longer active locally. Thats a shame. But even though for this year that aspect of the celebration has been lost, hopefully we can renew some of the spirit of 76 that was so prominent in marking the deeper meaning of Independence day here last year. Oh yes, and we trust that preparations are being made by the city not only to fund but to set off the Editor: The Gam report fireworks that night. Mine safety, health act needs changing Federalese a stiff challenge for aide Pity Roger Handy, director of administrative services for Brigham City. It was his lot this week to wade through more than 60 pages of rules, regulations, instructions, guidelines and application forms received in connection with the Public Works Employment Act of 1977. The federalese contained therein was up to par. Just when Handy concluded that Brigham City might lay its hands on $840,000 in federal funds for local projects (the plan- ning target allocation), further reading clouded the picture. Heres a sample: An exception to above described located rules occurs for cities-town- s or no cities with in a county primary of These cities in a balance county. and towns are affected by approvals in neighboring towns, cities, or unincorporated areas within their county or balance of county. Consed cities or towns quently, that did not have a project approved in round one may receive less than low-ranke- On May 16, the Senate Human Resources committee reported the Federal Mine Safety and Health Act of 1977. This bill will be calendared for full debate the final action within the next few weeks and there are some sections of the legislation which are less than wise and should be changed or eliminated. the The bill would transfer MESA Mine Enforcement and Safety administration from the Department of the Interior to the Department of Labor. There is no justification for this administrative shuffle; in fact, past experience shows it would be an unwise move. The Labor department has been roundly criticized, and often justly so, for its the Occupational handling of OSHA Safety and Health administration. It has long been under five for and poor administration. Could we expect less if Labor took over MESA? As long as there is no evidence of poor administration of MESA by Interior, nothing could be gained by a transfer. In fact, bureaucratic havoc could result. Another objectionable provision of S. 717 mine would eliminate safety programs and replace them with a federal program. Utah has one of six federal mine and their round one plus round two planning target. In this case the amount that a city-tow- n receives is the remaining amount available in that county or balance of county. Clear? Perhaps with further explanation. A story on Page One today attempts to tell the story but under somewhat of a handicap. There are four other municipalities within the county mentioned in the information Corinne, Plymouth, Portage and Tremonton. But none has a planning target figure mentioned. At the same time, Box Elder county is given a planning target sum of $155,000. Is this to be shared among communities in the county? If the $840,000 was to be passed around, why was it designated for Brigham City only? Why not made a part of the countys allocation? over-regulati- last communication, Handy At was reading and pondering, wondering and musing. Kinda reminds you of putting nut A on spindle B late Christmas eve, doesnt it? state-administer- cant blame Brigham City for vest or a button bustin figuratively two over our latest claim to fame the selection of Kristy Deakin as the 1977 Miss Utah. Success has marked Kristys young career since childhood when g baton twirl-er- . she was a She saw a popular student and drama scholarship winner at Box Elder High school and presently is head twirler for the Utah State university marching band and a member of the famed Aggiettes. prize-winnin- ELDER ntwspaper tstablished in published every Thursday by the South 55 l, Eider Charles "Tuff" Claybaugh Publisher General Manager Bruce T. Keyes, Managing Editor Mike Perry, Sports Editor Sarah Yates, Society Editor Arland nngey, Newspaper Supr. Van Claybaugh, Photo-Pres- s Supr. H. E. Anderson, Commercial Printing Supr. Subscription able this, the sparkling personality and is a warm, sincere person. Were pleased as can be at her success and wish Kristy the best in her years reign as Miss Utah and her coming adventure at the Miss America pageant. rate $10.00 per year pay- in connection in advance with the Box Elder Journal (published Thursdays) in Box Elder County. rate $14.00 per year paySubscription able in advance in connection with the Box Elder Journal (published Thursdays) outside Box Euler County. major league baseball today. tainly he doesnt share the top rung of the ladder with many others. Cer- Seaver has been engaged in a running feud with management of the New York Mets since before the season began. Causing his discomfort, reportedly, is a lack of good ball players on his team. And not enough money under the tract he agreed to last year. The pact pays the superstar right hander only $225,000 a year. Imagine And the poor guy has to go out there and pitch every fourth day or so for six long months. three-yea- r thats practically slavery! the Editor ... 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. The Editor: con- But listen, Tom, you can probably pick up a little extra money selling programs on the nights youre not pitching. Letters to American Viewpoints ! Why al Been choice experience Poor Tom Seaver You gotta feel sorry for poor Tom Seaver, possibly the best pitcher in in the nation, and the safety division of the Utah Industrial commission has done an excellent job; the states safety record speaks for itself. As long as a locally administered program is functioning effectively, there is absolutely no reason to have its authority usurped by the Feds. I will introduce an amendment to the legislation which will allow states who desire and are qualified, to administer the federal mine safety program. The act also proposes to combine all coal, metal and nonmetallic mining under a single regulatory umbrella. The differences between coal and non-comining are so broad as to almost defy this proposed consolidation. This board attempted coverage would severely restrict individual flexibility necessary to deal with present unique health and safety problems. It would result in regulations which are unecessarily restrictive for one type of mining and not strict enough for another. I fear the end result would be an overall reduction of health and safety throughout the mining industry. Mine health and safety is, of course, essential. There are, undoubtedly, improvements which should be made. However, S.717 does little to promote health and safety, and could adversely affect it. Editor: The current mosquito problems and stories bring back many pleasant and not so pleasant memories. I can refer to them as I have met most of them in a large scrapbook (and old wallpaper sales book). All 26 and xk years of them. I recall having flights of mosquitoes get away and how we would work night and day, six and seven days a week trying to get them under control. How people would call at four oclock in the morning at home and cuss me out. When I wouldnt answer the phone they would give my wife what for, and she should see how they tohad bitten their little girl come and see how the then my wife would invite them mosquitoes had bitten her little girl. I received many letters, most asking for help or information, some threatening us and a very few thanking us for trying so hard. One letter came from a city councilman or city stationary, telling us what a rotten job we were doing and after we changed banks, he personally congratulated me on the fine job we were doing. Yes, I have the letters. It has been said, if you cant stand the heat, you better get out of the kitchen. On the other hand you might get an cook and give us all ptomaine poisoning. I wonder how many dedicated public servants leave public employ to work in the private sector, not for the higher wages they receive in private business, but to get their families and themselves away from the ridicule they receive from serving the public? How many of you have sent Larry Nielsen a letter or have called him on the phone when the insects were relatively few and thanked him for a job well done? Ah, memories that bless and bum. K.L. Josephson JOURNAL First West, Brigham City, Utah, 84302 Second Class postage paid at the 16 South First West post office, Brigham City. Utah, 64302. With all of beauty has a Bitter, sweet memories Defends sirens use wkly She reigned as 1976 Peach Queen and now is recognized as the fairest in the Beehive state land and will represent us all at the Miss America pageant in September. Brigham City Brigham City A 1908, Box Brigham City is proud Sincerely, Reeder, Hal F. quarry and health and safety programs by US Sen. Jake Garn BOX You Within the last month, myself and another member of the Intermountain school staff had the opportunity to travel to Montana for the purpose of explaining the programs available at the school to patrons and other interested persons. Many of the places we met, people were marginally suited to our needs and the program reception suffered as a result. However, in the community of Lodge Grass, Mont., someone was thoughtful enough to arrange for us to present our program in the Catholic church of that community. It was a lovely building that the entire community should certainly be proud to have available for such occasions. We certainly felt honored that the leaders of the church and community felt our visit was important enough to share their beautiful building with us. The basis of our political system is the right of the people to make and to alter their constitutions of government. George Washington It has been my pleasure to be employed by the Box Elder News and Journal for the past several years. Now that I am no longer needed, I would like to express my thanks to Charles (Tuff) Claybaugh, Bruce Keyes, Mike Perry and Shirley Richardson for the opportunity of serving with them. It has been an interesting experience which I have thoroughly enjoyed. I have met so many wonderful people whom I shall never forget. My Good Cook Column has been very popular and special and I had so many more fantastic cooks on my list to interview and take pictures of. Im not retiring. I will now be employed by the Leader in Tremonton where I will continue my cook column plus features, society columns, etc. My thanks to all those who subscribed to the Box Elder News and Journal through me. Its been a choice experience to meet such lovely and gracious people. Dont forget me! May God Bless each of you. Flo Munson Editor: On May 27, 1977 an article appeared in the Salt Lake Tribune in which a Mr. Boyd K. Packer of Salt Lake City was quoted as having criticized the existing fire and ambulance systems in Brigham City. As a long-tim- e resident of Brigham City I feel obligated to express my views in this matter and to compliment the fire and ambulance departments for services rendered to our city and community in a most efficient and economical manner. Several years ago I did personally benefit by this service by being taken by ambulance to an Ogden hospital in a prompt and efficient manner, for which I am grateful. Regarding the inconvenience of the noise from the sirens alerting the volunteer workers, as well as motorists in the streets, I wish to say that I live only three blocks from one of these sirens, and that they have never bothered me at any time, day or night. I am impressed with the efficiency of the two departments who are unselfishly engaged in saving lives and property, and I hope that Mr. Packer may be as successful in his chosen field of saving souls. Very truly yours, Erling R. Quortrup Thanks for paper Editor: For the last eight months I have enjoyed very much being able to read and catch up on all the good news back in good old Brigham City and the various communities. California is sure a nice place to go for a short time, whatever the reason may be. Im mainly writing to let you know that you may discontinue sending the paper as of the 12th of this month as I will be returning home after two great years. Thanks again, Elder Jeff Pettingill |