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Show Saturday, November is Veteran's Day 7 7 Letters to the Editor We welcome letters to the Editor. All letters must be signed. Names can be withheld on request, but the letter must contain your signature. We reserve the right to edit for length if necessary, and all letters will be considered as to whether or not content would be of interest to Saturday, November 11, is Veterans Day. Originally celebrated in the United States and Europe as Armistice Day, this day was first established in 1918 as a day to remember the officii end of World War I, which occurred November 1 1, at 1 1 a.m. Armistice Day tradition dictated a moment of silence at the eleventh hour on the eleventh day of the eleventh month to honor those who died in World War I. In the United States the original armistice Day eventually became Veterans Day, a day to honor veterans of all wars. our readers. Job Fair attracts 300 A Job Fair was sponsored by the areas Job Service Centers last week in Richfield in an attempt to accommodate as many people who wanted to look into employment at the new Gunnison Prison. Under the direction of Cliff Bush, Richfield, he explained that the Fair had been set up to offer to as many people as possible the opportunity to be interviewed as well as fill out applications for the various jobs available at the site. The new prison warden, Fred Van De Veur, was present and talked about working conditions, expectations and opportunities associated with being a corrections employee of the state. Others from the state also talked about career changes and other opportunities available in the corrections department. With what was said there is plenty of opportunity for advancement as well as good benefits. Job opportunities range from trained officers to trade specialists, vocational interests to secretarial to medical. One can also change locations within the department as well as be well trained to take on employment in other states when associated with the department of corrections. We are big business in the state , said Van De Veur. Presently the state of Utah is in an unprecedented growth rate. The first phase is presently under construction at Gunnison with two more phases planned between now and the year 2000 to bring it to the same size as the facility located at the point of the mountain. There is a demand for our people. Qualities that were listed as being necessary for employees in corrections were self discipline, a willingness to be trained, and those that can follow policy as this job is a very policy oriented work. The construction phase on the Gunnison facility is on schedule and inmates are due to arrive in July of 1990. This is the reason for the Fair and the opportunity to sign up. Over 300 people were in attendance. Schoolteachers in 1900 had to follow these rules: In 1900, when a Massachusetts woman who had been a schoolteacher for 15 years, returned from her Thanksgiving holiday, she was fired for ignoring two of the 10 2 and 7) which then rules governed female, schoolteachers. The rules were as follows: Do not get married. Do not leave town at any time without permission of the school board. Do not keep company with men. Do not loiter downtown in ice cream parlors. Do not smoke. Be home between the hours of 8 p.m. and 6 a.m. Do not get into a carriage with any man, except your father or (s r your brother. Do not dress in bright colors. Do not dye your hair. Do not wear any dress more than one inch above the ankle. You may under no circumstances dye your hair. You must wear at least two petticoats. You must sweep the floor at least once daily; scrub the floor at least once a week with hot, soapy water; clean the blackboard at least once a day , and start the fire at 7 a.m. so the room will be warm by 8 a.m. The Reporter, Utah Governors Commission on the Status of Women, Vol. l,No. 4. From "Our actions affect the mood of the elderly" SA YS CARE CENTER ADMINISTRATOR Ron Nielsen, Administrator Richfield Care Center Let me share with you an example of positive reinforcement in caregiving to an elderly family member or friend at home or in a care center. Helen Weber, in her book. Nursing Care of the Elderly gives an example that bears out what we find to be helpful. Mamie (a fictitious name) was alone. No visitors came to see her. She had outlived friends and relatives. Personnel tried to make her happy, but each encounter resulted in complaints - her head hurt, her food sat in her stomach, her fThe Salina Sun USPS 4780-800- 0 63 East Main Salina, Utah 84654 Phone:529-783- 9 The Salina Sun, is published each Wednesday, for $12.00 per year in Utah and $14.50 per year out of the state of SECD 4780-800- 0 Utah by the Salina Sun, 63 East Main, Salina Utah 84654. Second class postage is paid at Salina, Utah 84654. POSTMASTER: Please send address changes to the Salina Sun, P.O. Box C, knees ached, and so on. Sudden outbursts of anger were directed at justanyone, often. Despitedemands for all types of things, the delivery of these services did not result in much satisfaction. This behavior is evidence of needs or serious wants not being met. When caregivers decided that their behavior 21 d reactions to Mamies negativeness had to change, her behavior gradually began to change as v. 'Cila The team of care givers - which could just as well be a team of family members - decided to: Acknowledge their underher anger, at the same of standing time putting an arm around her shoulder, if possible. Give care in a relaxed manner, spending time with her, which was not as a result of her demands. Give special attention to her grooming and praising her frequently. Regardless of provocation, refrain from arguing, and attempt to establish better communications. Encourage Mamie to enter into conversation with other residents or friends. said Mrs. It worked, Weber. Often we who are trying to give good and loving care are the real cause of a patients behavior. Our attitude toward a patient or family member can have a direct bearing on how he or she acts. Salina, Utah 84654. Single Copy $.35 Publisher: Kevin Ashby Editor: Carol Jensen Correspondents: Aurora:Barbara Scott Redmond: Tammy Johnson Salina: Evelyn Kiesel The onion was worshipped in ancient Egypt and regarded by the Romans as a God who guarded the kitchen and guided the healing of battle wounds and skin diseases. President speaks out PTA "NOW LT' AT Dear Editor: I would like to share an experience I had in Moms Cafe. It was with Carolyn Jensen. Needless to say, it wasnt the first time I was embarrassed, humiliated, and hurt by Carolyn, but it will be the last Im not sure just how many times Carolyn told me to be sure and tell the teachers, and students, how she feels, but if its that important to her, I feel this is the best way to let them all know. I went into Mom's Cafe to ask Carolyn if she would be interested in donating to our schools spirit booster, Pumpkin contest. Due to being rudely interrupted by Carolyn, I didnt get the chance to explain what we were doing, or ask about the donation. As soon as I mentioned Teachers, I was informed how tired she was of supporting our teachers and students, and how they never support her. All they did was slop paint on her windows and leave a damn mess for her to clean up, and she is sick and tired of teachers going out of town to buy their cars. I tried to explain that where $AID VOU'D LIKE TO LOOK U OMETMlN6 UNPER THIRTY THOUSAND... " eeB-O- House Open Continued from page 1 tricity; Practical Nursing; Food Service; Electronics; Welding; Secretarial; Accounting; COmput-ersDat- a Processing; Auto Body; Building Trades; Diesel Mechanics; Cosmetology; Drafting; Graphics; Commercial Art; Auto Technology; FarmRanch Management; and Advanced Computer Additional information will be available concerning scholarships and grants, adult high school completion, career assessment, college h classes and degree programs. out-reac- Phone News Items Local youth participate in Torch Run TheGreat Olympic torch Relay came through the towns of Aurora and Salina on November 1, 1989. Three members of the Aurora YouthCouncil participated in the festivities. They were Wesley Malmgren, Melissa Black and Jeremy FrischknechL The Torch runs throughout Utah began in the state's five corners, and plans were that it would converge at the State Capitol. Those participating in the run along the route received commemorating the event 2.3. lower rates went into effect November 1. Part of the savings result from the PacifiCorp merger, which has The expanded opportunities to purchase the lowest cost power available. It has also led to a greater ability to sell surplus power to other utilities, which helps lower prices to Utah customers. Meanwhile, the cost of the coal the company buys or produces it Perhaps someday Carolyn will feel better, or different about our teachers, students and community, but you can bet, I wont be the one to ask. Sincerely, Julia Quamberg gets okay to 1 number E91 begin The Utah Public Service self, has been declining. At its Emery county mines, the average cost per ton has dropped to less than $17 per ton from almost $22 per ton two years ago. New contracts for coal supply at the Carbon Plant near Price have also reduced the cost of purchased coal. Company President Frank N. Davis, noted that the lower prices are especially significant compared with the rising prices of other consumer goods and services. The combination of lower prices and an adequate supply of reliable power should be an incentive for economic development in Utah, he concluded. Com- mission has approved a proposal by US WEST to implement Enhanced Emergency Reporting Service (E 1 1 ) throughout its service territory in Utah. The service will eliminate the need for anyone to know or look up the seven digit phone number for police, sheriff, ambulance,: fires, : poison control, etc. It also provides the dispatcher with the location and telephone number of the caller. Once the service is installed, anyone served by US WEST can dial and the call will go directly to a dispatcher. The service can save precious minutes and seconds that are needed to respond to emergency situations. US WEST will spend more than $5 million in the next four years for one time costs associated with upgrading central offices, providing additional lines, database preparation and installation costs. The service will be phased in over a 40year period on a basis. 9-- price cut approved The Utah Public Service Commission has approved Utah Power & Light Co.s 7th price reduction in less than two years. The latest price cut is for $14.9 million, or support US WEST 529-783- 9 UP&L teachers or students shop, or where they buy their cars, has nothing to do with me, or why I was there. But, not getting to say much, she told meover, and over how she was serious. She wanted them to know how she feels, and she will not support them, until they support her, and we damn well better not ask her again. Well, Carolyn, I hope Ive got your point across to the teachers and students, and they stop and think before they support your business again. A meal lasts a few hours, a car a few years. The English, History, Science, Math, knowledge, love, respect, friendship, security and much more our teachers teach our children will last a lifetime. I can sure tell you, who I will -- -1 county-by-coun- ty Installation charges normally billed to counties and communities will be waived. A .$25 monthly charge per access line served will be assessed to counties not currently under contract for service. This will be recovered through existing legislation allowing counties to assess telephone ,, tustomers up to a maximum of $.50 per month per telephone fine. The proposed action was the result of many discussions and requests from different groups including the League of Cities and Towns, emergency service providers, business leaders, and residents throughout the state, according to Mack Lawrence, executive officer. The system can save property and create favorable safety conditions for Utah tourists from border to border. Additionally it can help create an environment to promote the growth of new industry and enhance economic development in Utah. It also reduces human error and minimizes the guesswork, but foremost, it saves lives! Lawrence concluded. -1 MSHA FORMING NEW RULINGS Comments wanted on making mines safer The Department of Labors Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is seeking public comment about its proposal to revise air quality standards for U.S. mines. The proposed rule changes are part of MSHAs ongoing review of its standards to improve health protection for miners. The proposal would update permissible exposure limits for airborne chemical substances, including asbestos, and set limits for certain substances not currently regulated. The rule would also require mine operators to use feasible engineering or administrative methods to control the exposure of miners to harmful airborne substances. Where feasible controls are not adequate to prevent overexposure of workers, they must be used to keep exposures as low as feasible and supplemented by the wearing of respirators. The proposal includes provisions governing the use of personal respirators, as well as requirements for medical evaluations of persons who wear respirators. Operators would also be required to conduct monitoring; keep a record of the results for a five year period; notify miners of overexposure; provide miners or their representatives with an opportunity to observe the monitoring; and allow miners access to exposure records. The proposed rule includes requirements for controlling exposure to carcinogens, including asbestos. It would also provide fir medical transfers of miners whose health has been impaired by such exposures. MSHA also proposes to lower the asbestos exposure limit to .2 fibers per cubic centimeter of air. MSHAs current limit is 2 fibers per cubic centimeter. Under the existing nuisance dust standard for metal and mining, the time weighted average exposure limit is 10 milli non-met- al grams of total dust per cubic meter Nuisance dust describes particulates containing less than one percent quartz. The proposed rule would replace the nuisance of air. duststandardoflOmilligramswith a time weighted average exposure limit of five milligrams. In general, respirable dust has Contest open to enterprising High school entrepreneurs are helping build the economy of rural Utah and a search is on to find and award the best of these enterprising youth. Utah Small Cities, Inc.k anon profit corporation promoting rural economic development, has announced a competition which will provide cash awards, scholarships the ability to enter into the lower lungs. Comments on the proposal must be received by November 27, 1989. Send comments to the Office of Standards, Regulations, and Variances; MSHA, Room 631; Ball-sto- n Tower No. 3; 4015 Wilson Boulevard; Arlington, VA 22203. Phone young people and other prizes to the outstanding young entrepreneurs in southern Utah. The top three young entrepreneurs will be chosen from the southeastern, southwestern, central and Uintah Basin regions of Utah. Each youth will be required to complete a mini business plan and will re ceive a thorough assessment of their business from a panel of private businessmen. Businesses will be judged on the basis of the quality of the mini business plan, the source of capital to start the business, the entrepreneurs overall understanding of business principles, the proposed use for the prize money, the overall success of the business and other criteria designed to meet the characteristics of the individual region. Interested parties may call Ed 3 Meyer or Joyce Smith at for applications and additional information. Applications are due by December 31 and selection of winners will be made in January. 528-303- Among most adults there is almost no difference in eye size. Some appear to have larger eyes because of such factors as position in the skull or prominence of |