OCR Text |
Show w Universal Microfilming Corp, 141 Pierpont Ave, 5-- 4-7 84101 BllEEf Thursday, March 15. 1973 No. 35 SPOTLIGHT Victim Of Shooting Released From but no arrests had been made. The boys were fishing on the Sevier River in anareacovered with brush and wild rose bushes, and Deputy Sorenson said it was possible the shooting was accidental, but investigation was continuing. Walter Roberts, 10, son of Mr. and Mrs. Rulon Roberts, Austin, told the Deputy the car was across the river on a road paralleling the stream. It stopped and a shot was fired from a small caliber weapon from a distance of about 50 feet. Following the shooting, the boys walked about three quarters of a mile to get help. Alex is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Scott Boyter, from Austin, a community about three miles north of Monroe. Alex Boyter, a Austin, Utah boy was shot last Saturday afternoon about 1 P.M. while fishing with a friend. The shot was apparently fired by one of a group of youths in a passing red and white automobile. The victim was wounded through the chest, the bullet passing through the ribcage and coming out. No ribs were broken or other vital organs affected. He was treated at the Sevier Valley Hospital and transferred to a Salt Lake Hospital, where he was to be reld y fA vll sff V tr Zj Cv . - t r. J 'A .t nw Eda and Lester Jensen The Spotlight this week was written by Rulla Pickett, a daughter of the couple who is being paid honor. Our Mom, Eda Christine was born to Joseph Franklin and Josephine Frandsen Peterson in a log house in the northern part of Redmond, on July 9, 1902. (The Daughters of Utah Pioneers of Redmond now own this cabin and use it for their services). She was the first of twelve children, eleven of whom are still living; eight brothers and two sisters. One sister died when she was one and a half years old. There were no hospitals at that time, so her father hitched two horses to a buggy and drove to Salina to get Doctor West to bring our Mom into the world. She was a healthy baby until she got pneumonia. Through the testimony, faith and prayers of her father, she was well again. Her parents lived through a lot of hard work and struggles, but Moms childhood was a happy one. She learned sharing and thoughtfulness. Being a member of a large family, and with a baby coming every other year, she learned to love babies and she learned how to work. She started school when she was six years old and graduated from the 8th grade at the age of She attended 14, in Redmond. high school in Salina for one year and then wenttotheB.Y.U. for a year and studied music. In the meantime, her parents bought a piano, and she took some piano lessons from Mary Rasmussen Olsen and started playing the church hymns when she entered M.I.A. She continued playing for Sunday School and M.I.A. The old Opera House was built across the street on the south side and down the street west. It is torn down now, but at that time, M.I.A. was held there, and also funerals, all church parties, socials and dances. There were many traveling theatres that came through Redmond and they She stopped here regularly. was always playing the piano for various recreations that were held there. The Primary and school had many children dances in the old Opera House and our Mom played for them. All the young people in Redmond would go to the dances in their best suits and dresses, ribbons in the girls hair and they would really dance their hearts out. The dancers got tired a long time before Mom did. 3ie loved to play for those dances because it brought so muchhappiness to her. Henry Sorensen learned to play the drums and Pete Nelson (Vernal Nelsons dad) played the violin and our Mom the piano, which made up a wonderful orchestra. The three of them played for dances in the old Opera House. When the present church was built in 1918, she played the piano or sang with the Ward Choir all the time. There werent many funerals that she wasnt called on as a minute-ma- n to accompany someone on the piano, some of whom were from out of town. The sameyear the contractors built the new chapel in Redmond, Moms parents built a new brick home on the highThey moved into their way. home in the fall of 1918. The following winter, there was a flu epidemic that swept the country. Eight members of their family contracted the influenza and for five days and nights, our Mom didnt have her clothes off, she was busy taking care of her sick brothers, sisters and parents. The influenza was socontagiousthat no one was allowed to leave the house. The city marshal had to do all their outside errands. People would bring food and leave it on the doorstep and then step back on the street until our Mom would come out and pick it up. The doctor would two-roo- m . old-ti- come three times a day and check the eight members who were sick in bed and it was three weeks before they were all well again. There were two persons who died in Redmond from the influenza. Our Dad, Charles Lester, was born to Brighamine Johnson and Charles Jensen on September 6, 1897 in Redmond. Of a family of five, he was the fourth child. He has one sister and one brother living. A brother was drowned and a sister passed away in Canada. He spent his younger years in Redmond and went to school there. Then the family moved to Magrath, Alberta, Canada, where they purchased a ranch. Our Dad worked on the ranch and went to school there. After some years, the family moved back to Utah and still later our Dad went back to Canada alone and worked on the ranch. In the fall of 1919, he came back to Redmond. In January of 1920, he accepted the call and left on an LDS Mission to the Eastern States. He found much joy and happiness during his mission and met many people that he loved and cherishes the memory of. He returned home from his mission in the year 1922. On June 28, 1922, he married our Mom in the Manti Temple. They are the parents of seven children. Rulla is married to Bronzel Pickett and they live in Redmond; Eris is married to Newell Christensen and they reside in Lovell, Wyoming; Fay is the wife of James OBrien, and they live in Salt Lake City; LuAnn, who is married to Louis Henderson, lives in Glendale, California; Larry lives in Phoenix, Arizona; Beth, who is married to Gerry Poulson, lives in Salt Lake City; Bert married Sandra Gurr, and they live in Salt Lake City. Our Mom and Dad have a wonderful posterity. They have 19 grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Each one of their family is welcome into their home at any time. They have had three grandsons fulfill LDS missions, and one grandson has served in Viet Nam. Our Mom has worked in two or three church organizations at the same time. When our Stake was organized in 1921, she worked as Stake Secretary for the Primary for 10 years; as Stake Relief Society organist for five years; in the Stake Sun- - -day School as music director. Relief Society Ward Organist for 40 years; counselor in the She is thankful Ward M.I.A. that she has been able to respond to all of these callings. Our Dad has held many ward and city positions. For the last 25 years, he has been in the livestock business, buying, selling and trading. He enjoys his work and has met many fine people whom he admired very much. He has spent a lot of time in the cattle auctions through these 25 years. Someone gave him the name of "Skeeter, and it has been his nickname through the years. Our Mom and Dad celebrated their 50th Wedding Anniversary on June 28, 1972. Trials have come their way, but through faith and prayer our parents have been able to overcome them, and they have both gained a strong testimony of the Gospel. When our Mom and Dad had been married 45 years, Mom started having troubles with her leg and hasnt been able to get around much since then. She has been confined to a wheel chair the past year, but she never complains and she always has a cheerful word for She has unlimited everyone. strength, courage and fortitude. Their grandchildren and love to be in their home and love our cont. on pane 4 , en EVERYTHING LIKE Salt Lake Hospital ffr-JV'-S- .06 leased yesterday. Sevier County Deputy Sheriff Cecil Sorenson said in an interview with the Sun before press time Tuesday night that one youth was being questioned in connection with the shooting, ELSE Sevier Property Tax Up $33,379 Total property taxes imposed in Sevier County last year amounted to $1,153,476, according to an analysis prepared by Utah Foundation, the private tax research organization, from data assembled by the Property Tax Division of the Utah State Tax Commission. This represented an increase of $33,379 or 3.0 from the 1971 property Throughout the state, property taxes rose by $1,328,000, or 0.8 last year despite the fact that the average mill levy in the state declined by 3 14 mills last year. This seeming contradiction is explained by the fact that the property tax base in Utah grew by nearly 5 In 1972. Utahs total assessed valuation passed the $2 billion mark last year. Foundation analysts observe that the average mill levy imposed in Utah has leveled off Also available to local patrons is the G.E.D. Program which is conducted by the Dean Goodman. Mr. Goodman said that the purpose of the General Education Development course was to help students from ages junior high school through 101 to become better trained in basic education and to help individuals achieve credit towards a high school diploma. Courses covered in the program include: 1. Mathematics. 2. Science. 3. Language Arts. 4. Social Science. 5. Social Development, etc. The GJS.D. Program is free to anyone who is interested in , High schoolstudentswhowisb to compete in the 17th annual Utah mathematics contest have one week to enter the competi- There will be a 896-44- 9th, 10th, 11th and 12th grade students can obtain details about the contest from their math by Clinic Tuesday, March 20th. The doctor will be Dr. Gay-la- nd Peterson. Anyone wishing an appointment, call Mrs. Howard Chris6. tensen, There will be a charge of $2.50 to pay the doctor for his and Utah State University. The annual competition is sponsored by the Junior Academy of Science, Arts and Letters, and Utah State University Department of Mathematics. credit. (This course 896-440- 7, 06 home, 896-467- 1. Jaycee Dinner Honor Wives Buckle Up for Safely Rusty Albrecht is in the midst of another State Tournament and is finding himself a real as this is his fourth year to play at State. Rusty was named to the A Team in Region 7, along with Brent Roberts, South Sevier; Joe Brown, Wayne; Richard Nay and Leslie Rosen-val- l, Gunnison. An athlete, Rusty has represented North Sevier in every competitive sport and has made enviable records in all. In addition to being on the Team in 3 Region in basketball, he was in football for two years, won the Region in the discus, placed high on the track team and has been the catcher for the baseball team. Rusty has been the real spark in basketball this year, scoring an average of 21 points per game and, incidentally, is the leading scorer in all Region 7. His shooting has been consistent enough that when he aims, you just add twomore points. Coach Beck said he has never seen a more competitive athlete in his life and stated that Rusty had great ability both in sports and old-tim- er, All-St- ar 72-7- All-St- ar in leadership capacity. In addition to his sports activities, he was Boys League President, and this year he is Vice-Presid- The Salina Jaycees held a "Wives Appreciation dinner last Saturday night at the Club House. Dinner of fried chicken and scones was prepared by the Jaycees, and the rest of the dinner was pot luck. There were eleven couples in attendance. 529-350- time. of teachers. state. Final examinations for scholarships, cash awards, medals and certificates will be held April 7 at Richfield High School Well-Ba- hours will be conducted if there are a minimum of 10 students in- terested). For more information reAccording to Mr. Wayne Rich, garding college credit classes, matheassociate professor of please contact me at the office, matics at Utah State University, or or at Preliminary examinatwill be held March 24 at 12 locations throughout the Clinic Set 2. Tests and measurements (Southern Utah State College)-- 3 tion. ions Well Baby Named To Region All - Star Team 17th Annual Math Contest Bull Grading Set For Sevier Area Top Competitor 896-440- Dis- trict and is instructed by Mr. however, is only about 2 above the 1965 level. Last year there were nearly 400 separate governmental units in Utah that had the power to impose property tax. Included were the state of Utah, 29 counties, 40 school districts, 215 municipalities, and 114 special districts. Because of the overlapping boundaries of some of these districts, there were 509 separate taxing areas in the state where a different overall tax levy is possible. Total levies ranged from a low of 45.191 mills (45.19 per $1,000 assessed valuation) in one area of Rich County to a high of 121 .13 mills in a portion of Ogden City. Schools continue toreceive the largest share from property Rusty Albrecht Courses being offered on gaining a better education, Mr. March 16, 1973 at the Richfield Goodman said. Friday, Marchl6, 1973, there High School Room 5, at 4:15 will be a college credit course P.M. for teacher recertification held at the Richfield High School are: which will carry three hours of 1. Adolescent Psychology number 614 (Human Developcredit from Utah State University. Credit may be used for ment) hours credit. Dr. Rothe pursuit of a higher degree nald Peterson instructing. from college or for teacher (Utah State University). certification and recertificaThe characteristics of the tion. Persons interested inany of the courses being offered, adolescent and his psychologieducational and adjustmen-t- al please contact the Sevier School cal, problems are discussed in 6. District Office at detail. The course will also be adapted to help the educators utilize the principles of psychology as applied to the developing child. class. 60. tax total. Community School Programs Offered County Residents The Sevier School District is sponsoring a Bookkeeping course which is incorporated into the Community School ProThe gram of the District. course will begin Wednesday, March 14, 1973, at 7:00 P.M. at the Richfield High School. Student tuition will be $7.50 which will help underwrite the teachers salary for teaching the somewhat during recent years after two decades of substantial increases. Between 1955 and 1965, the average mill rate in Utah rose by 48 and the increase between 1945 and 1955 amounted to The 1972 levy, They enjoyed an evening of dancing, playing games and of the Studentbody. has taken part in musicals and school plays and wasacan-dida- te He for Award. He the Junior DSA is in many school activities and still maintains grades to keep him on the Honor Roll each year. Rusty is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Howard Albrecht, of Salina. We congratulate him for his many fine accomplishments. Wolves Battle In State Tournament The grading of range bulls by the State Grading Committee has been set for March 19 and 20 in the Central Utah Area according to Nyle Matthews, Area Livestock Specialist. Bulls should be inspected and passed if they are to run on public range with other bulls. The schedule has been set up as follows: Sanpete County, March 19, A.M. Sevier County, March 19, P.M. Wayne County, March 20, A.M. Piute County, March 20, P.M. Cattlemen are asked to contact their respective Extension office if they have bulls to be graded. Wildlife Board Sets Season Hunting Dates The Wildlife Board last week set three 1973 hunting seasons and one season opener at their meeting at the Division of Wildlife Resources Salt Lake office. This years spring gobbler hunt will be from May 5 through May 20, a week later than normal because of the expected late spring this year. Bag limit is two males, and hunting can be done during daylight hours only. Biologists predict a lower success rate this year because last summers drought resulted in poor production. The Board set May 1 through October 19, 1973, as the bear season and November 1 through April 15, 1974, as the cougar season. A change inthisyearis proclamation requires stockmen to report kills within seven days to Division Conservation Officers enabling biologists to better manage the populations. Ray Staley, president of the Utah Woolgroweris Association, requested the period after a reporting period had been recommended by the Division. The proclamation also requires nonresidents to list names and addresses of their guides on a permit card. The 1973 pheasant hunt will open November 10th. Season length will be determined in the latter part of the summer after all biological data has been gathered. ay ur Law ty area. A. league. Team members, L to R: Tim Dahlsrud, Richard Wasden, Lane Peterson, Douglas Holt, Rusty Albrecht, Kenny Ball, Johnny Shepherd, and Leland Huntsman. Top Row, L toR: Charles Woodside, Mgr., Kenny Thompson, Scott Johnson, Coach Paul Beck, Kevin Sorensen, Kelly Hallows and Hal Jensen, Mgr. Throughout the entire state, school taxes (both state and local) accounted for 61 .2 of the total property taxload last year. Property taxes imposed by county governments were equal to 20.9 of the total, city and town taxes amounted to 13.0, taxes levied by special imtotaled provement 4.8, and districts bounty taxes ac- counted for 0.1 of the Utah property tax load in 1972. Owners of commercial and Industrial property paid or 38.8 of the total property taxes charged in Sevier County last year. This compares with property taxes of of the total on $330,007 (28.6 residential property); $108,712 or 9.4 on motor vehicles, and $241,240 (20.9) on agricultural property (farm real estate, $447,196 farm buildings, machinery, and livestock). The Foundation analysis points out that for the state as a whole, approximately 51 of the total property tax burden in 1972 was borne by owners of commercial and industrial property, 35 by owners of residential property, 8 by owners of motor vehicles, 5 by agricultural property owners, and 1 by owners of other types of property. A Census of Governments made by the U. S. Bureau of the Census in 1967 revealed that approximately 33 of the total assessed valuation in Utah consisted of residential property. For the nation as a whole, on the other hand, residential property made up 47 of the total property tax base. S.S. Representative In Richfield Mar. 28 Students over age 18 who get monthly social security checks will soon receive an attendance reporting card. The cards are mailed to student beneficiaries about three months before the end of the school year. Students should return the cards to the Social Security Administration as soon as possible. A delay in returning the cards could mean a delay or an interruption of the monthly payments. Any student who needs help with the report can call the Provo Social Security Office at the above address. The telephone number is A representative will be at the Richfield First Baptist Church, 501 North Main Street on March 14 and March 28 from 9:00 A.M. until 2:00 P.M. 374-50- Enforcement Confab The Region 5 Law Enforcement Council met Wednesday, March 7th, at 7:30 P.M. at the Wistaria Cafe in Gunnison. Chairman Grant Larsen, Sanpete County Sheriff, conducted the business items of the meeting before law enforcement officers, planners, public officials and citizens who comprise the council membership in the North Sevier Wolves are now playing at State Tournament. They went in Third Place in Class They had a season of 12 wins and six losses. Coach Beck said he was pleased with the season and the performance of the team. Many of the losses were by just one or two points and the team has proved tough competition in the tax receipts. According to the Foundation report, state and local property taxes levied for the support of public schools In Sevier County last year totaled $789,747. This was equal to 68.5 of all property taxes imposed in the County. Taxes for county purposes amounted to of the total); $210,717, (18.3 municipal taxes were equal to $128,148 (11.1); taxes imposed by special improvement districts totaled $17,707 (1.5); and bounty taxes amounted to $7,157 (0.6) in 1972. Sevier County Sheriff, Rex Huntsman, reported on the progress of the regional correctional center and jail facility currently being built in Richfield, Utah. Construction of the -regional center is continuing after a delay due to cold weather. The sheriff anticipated the facility will be finished by early summer. This facility will serve Sevier, Wayne, and Piute Counties. The Juab County jail facility is currently being prefabricated by Valley Builders in Gunnison, Utah and will be assembled by construction crews once the weather permits building ac tivities. The jail will serve J uab, Sanpete and Millard Counties. The Council reviewed and approved three applications to the Utah Law Enforcement Planning Agency for riot guns, serivce revolvers and communication equipment from various law enforcement agencies in the six counties. Suchequip-me- nt requests are part of the Law Enforcement Councils regional plan to upgrade the local agencies and provide better protection for citizens. : A report was made on the regional Peace Officers Standards and Training School held in Richfield on January 25th, 1973. An excellent training session was presented with a simulated homicide scene at the Park-V-u Motel in Richfield. The Council then decided that the next regional training school would be held in Manti, in late This school will give April. special training on the handling of the mentally deranged. i |