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Show 2 Price, UtaK e, Thursday, August 21, 1969 " Awakening in B. Ever since former Under Secretary of the Treasury Joseph W. Barr warned last year of a taxpayers revolt, tax reform has been a red-hpolitical issue. Word got around that in 1966 there were 154 persons with ot adjusted gross incomes in excess of $200,000 who paid no income tax. Twenty-on- e of these had incomes of over $1 million. The response from Americans outraged middle-incom- e began to pour into Congressional offices and resulted in the approval August 7 by the House of Representatives of the most comprehensive tax reform bill since the income tax went into effect in 1913. The unprecedented speed with which this legislation was drafted and overwhelmingly approved by the House (the vote was 394 yeas to 30 nays) demonstrates once again that when the people speak, quick action is possible, even on such highly technical subjects as tax reform. The House Ways and Means Committee embarked upon its massive task of trying to equalize the tax laws by examining in detail the 154 returns of those who had paid no income tax in 1966 to try to ascertain the reasons for their nontaxable status. Their analysis showed that in most cases the nontaxable status for this group arose from a combination of several factors, the most important single one being itemized deductions which totaled over $130 million or 116 per- cent of adjusted gross income. tax reform bill The 368-paHouse touches upon passed by the some 27 areas of tax reform and virtually makes sure that no individual with significant amounts of income will be able to escape payment of all tax. Increasingly, in recent years, taxpayers with substantial incomes have found ways of gaining tax advantages through utilizing the many shelters that have crept into the tax code over the years. Senator Long, chairman of the Senate Finance Committee, has said that one Congresss ge loopholes are another Congresss reforms. Be that as it may, tax reform is necessary both to insure that those with substantially the same incomes are paying substantially the same tax, and also to insure that the graduated income tax structure is working fairly among the different income levels. Maynt hi! C. industry potential d st-.g- all taxpayers with incomes under $100,000 annually by 1972. It would earnremove five million ers from ail federal income tax obligations, and permit ten million taxlow-inco- V-- j - d In 1968 the three leaders Beech, Cessna, and Piper recorded strong advances, and a well regarded aerospace marketing research firm, DMS Inc., forecasts that by 1973 there will be a 47 gain in unit sales of small planes over the number produced in 1967. Over 85 of of annual unit sales and 80 dollar volume are generated by the Big Three. Of these, the Research Staff of Babsons Reports currently favors purchase ' of the common stock of Cessna Aircraft for near-terappreciation and growth. We maintain a hold position on Beech Aircraft. Piper is being wooed by Chris-Craand Bangor Punta, with the outcome not yet resolved. The common stock of Narco Scientific Industries is recommended for appreciation and -- t- -! Ui.v-- , . ft The Senate has no such qualms, tax however, and the House-passe- d bill has now' gone to that body where it will undergo heated debate, both in the Finance Committee and on the Senate floor. The Senates rules permit unlimited debate, and the danger is that the legislation will be so saddled w'ith amendments by that body as to become quite unmanageable. The real statesmanship will come, therefore, when the committee of conferees composed of the senior members of the Ways and Means and meet in the Finance Committees executive session to resolve the differences in the House and Senate-passe- d bills. Chairman Mills is hopeful that this will be accomplished and the final language of the tax reform bill agreed upon by October 31. The opportunity for a broad review of the tax system comes rarely and certainly this will be one of the landmark pieces of legislation of this decade as far as the rank and file citizen is concerned. and dssire facturers help foster this growth by offering inexpensive instruction and assistance in financing purchases of new aircraft through a substantial dealership Currently representing a minor portion of total general aviathird-levtion sales is the airlines or market, representing those air taxi operators offering scheduled flights in areas not served by the regional and national airlines. These air taxis increased from 12 in 1964 to 270 last year; a 69 gain in passenger traffic was recorded for 1967 compared to a 22 gain for all scheduled domestic airlines. By designing new aircraft, both for passenger and Big cargo operations, the Three are assured of a substantial share of this market. Bright Prospects Manufacturers of private planes have enjoyed a good but variable upward trend in the number of aircraft sold. However, over the past decade a shift to higher priced and more versatile planes by both flying enthusiasts and corporations has resulted in a faster and more even pace for revenues. This trend is expected to continue in the future as shipments rise. More extensive organizations and plans for coordinated closely factory branches should also favor an acceleration of growth over the Corporate Market of the Vietnam conflagration would, in our opinion, also contribute importantly to the future prospects. More commercial business would be sought by many companies to el air-tax- of new manufac- turing plant facilities are located in areas not served directed by commercial carriers the demand for company-owne- d planes is creating general aviations largest market. Only 10 of this markets potential of 400,000 businesses that could profitably use one or more aircraft has burn penetrated. Key indicators of the growth of this market are the 50 increase in the number of student pilot certificates from 1964 to 1967 and the rise in the number of flying clubs to 2,500 operating 3,500 aircraft. The manu Long-Ter- m dealer-distribut- STATEHOUSE REPORT Skirmishes in federal courts continues on prisoner writs By C. SHARP which Continuing a running battle over rights of parolees to legal counsel at hearings to send them back to prison, Federal District Judge Willis W. Ritter freed 29 state prisoners during the three days ended Aug. 13. On Aug. 14 the state attorney generals office filed notices of appeal and 12 of the 29 men freed from State Prison. Lauren N. Beasley, chief assistant attorney general for criminal matters, said he will wait until Ritter files a memorandum decision before deciding to file additional appeals. Patently Unjust Ritter said the state law was unconstitutional and patently unjust because it carried a penalty of not more than one year in the county jail or not more than five years in state prison. He said this gives a judge too much discretion in sentencing a man. Lawrence W. Morris, executive secretary. State Board of Pardons, testifying Aug. 12, told Ritter that inmates didnt have an attorney present before their writs of habeas corpus were filed, but were allowed attorneys after writs were filed. Attorney for Parolees Former attorney general Phil L. Hansen, counsel for the inmates, said that even though an attorney was present at the second hearings, the inmates were not allowed bail pending outcome of the hearing, were not faced by their accusers, no witnesses were sworn to testify, witnesses were not subpoenaed without charge to the inmate and attorneys were not allowed ALEX BENE, JR., Editor HORIZONTAL 1 Aristocratic cat 8 Jungle cat 33 Short song 14 Dropsy 15 Self esteem 18 Common cat 17 Psyche parts Rhine 28 Involves 13 Poor three 25 To (Scot.) 26 Part of the 30 32 33 26 Apple seed Body organs Comfort Weight of 47 Book of Bible tab.) THE PRICE. UTAH PHONE 49 Norwegian 2 51 AT THE POST OFFICE IN PRICE. UTAH awi'siHI city m 52 Trojan hero (var.) Publisher 54 Defensive JESSIE HOLDAWAY, Society MEMBER ; cross-examin- e. Ritter announced Aug. 11 that he would conduct his own investigation of the State Prison regarding drug and homosexual problems. Ernest D. Wright, executive director, Department of Cor- - tow ttSOCWIO PER HacMa-tWMMJ- M Here 's the Answer Catty Crosswords foreign manufacturers, and this is expected to widen in the next SUN. ADVOCATE PUBLISHERS. INC. ROBERT FINNEY, to rections, replied in an address to the Salt Lake Lions Club Aug. 14. Wright agreed that there is too much drug activity at the prison, but said prison officials are taking steps to correct the problem. Wants Rehabilitation Present prison policy emphasizes rehabilitation, rather than rigid controls and complete iso- lation from contraband, he said. We can tighten up in some areas to curb contraband and homosexuality, he said. But in so doing we would lose benefits of our present program which provides contacts with the work projpublic, release-tim- e ects and emphasizes development of responsibility by the prisoners. Wright said the issue at stake with Ritter is whether hearings before the Parole Board must follow the same legal processes as a trial. The state contends that since the board is not a court of law, all procedures need not be followed. Needs Definition A clearer definition of the constitutional rights of prisoners is needed, he said. ture. The Utah Manufacturers Association recently listed those items which create a good business climate. The list included: An alert, intelligent citizenry; An adequate supply of dependable labor; A sound working relationship between employers and employees; Sufficient raw materials; wall 66 Standing (comb, form) 57 On earths surface (geo.) 53 Old Greek language 59 Removed heart again VERTICAL Calm 2 Eats away 3 Washes 1 lightly 4 Dry 5 Followers 6 Tipped 7 Disposition 8 Beverage 9 Unoccupied 10 Jelly-lik- e food 11 Gem J2UnllIumined 19 Chinese dynasties 22 Calyx part 24 English town 27 Permitted Turkish river brother (Bib.) 42 Pillaged 31 Nut 45 Mourning 48 South African 33 Slant-eye- d town cat 0 Greenland 34 Italian discoverer seaport 29 Moses 35 Milk-lik- e Slanter 40 Profounder 41 3 Old English 38 5 franchise Past And, with competitive wages, these Utah women employees have been given an income not only to enhance the total family budget, but to provide for home necessities and long dreamed of extras. This type of added income has not only served to benefit individual families, but it has served as a valuable economic boost for an entire community and all of its businesses. The presence of the apparel in- Competitive vantages. If a community thinks it has these things to offer then the first hurdle has been passed. But, the next, and just as important, one should be taken npw let somebody community and its people f must sell themselves. The buyers are available now where are the sellers? SBA Ward C. Holbrook, executive director, Department of Social I j Services, is urging speedy elimination of the federal food stamp program. This program planned to improved diets of public assistance recipients and other needy persons, is scheduled for the scrap heap under President Nixons new welfare program proposals. Holbrook said that under the food stamp program made statewide in January, 1969, the number of participants has dropped from 80 per cent under the old aide to visit A representative of the Small Business Administration will be in Carbon County during the coming week. Persons wishing to contact him may do so in Price at the County Building Aug. 26, from 9 to 11 a.m. Appointments may be scheduled through B. H. Young, county clerk. WHEN ARE THE GOOD in HOURS? Listen this Sunday to the Christian Science Radio Series for some intereston this ing insights question. - surplus food program to 33 per cent of welfare recipients. At the same time, costs of administration have doubled, he said. Participants have used the program- more to improve taste and quality of food than for nutrition and the program has not reduced food surpluses, he said. - Its on 10 Utah Stations including: Sun. Mornings K.C. 10:00 KOAL 1230 E , BIBLE SPEAKS TO YOU Even me price will make you smile Priced to make it easy Tor you to STEP UP to quality. Totally engineered by A. 0. Smith. Patented HYDRASTEEL construction . . , glass perfectly, permanently fused to steel. GUARANTEE . . if tank leaks within 10 years, you get a new water heater free; delivery and installation extra. Leak-proo- Full-val- New automatic gas water heater Carbon mendations from state and local state and local agencies for use of the center were received. Three show promise and are being screened, he said. These, he said, are: Drug Abuse Center? proposal from Ramptons Drug Abuse Committee that the center be used for rehabilitation of drug abusers. This would entaii some vocational training and some basic education with security measures to prevent escapes. A proposal from the Vocational Education branch of the State Department of Public Instruction and from Carbon School District to establish an area resident vocational education center utilizing federal funds funds available. A plan from the State Social Services Department to establish a limited security extension of the State Industrial School at the site. know. A Utah has nearly doubled the states needle trade industry . . . and there are still plans for expansion. This is only one example of a potential small community minded industry but, there are many dustry industrial costs. And, adequate community facilities including schools, hospitals, recreation doctors, facilities, shopping centers and cultural ad- Rust-proo- The State Manpower Planning Council is expected to make recommendations to Gov. Calvin L. Rampton Sept. 11 on possible utilization of the old Corps Center south of Price. Kenneth C. Olson, state planning coordinator, said 15 recom- A emperor ENTERED AS SECOND CLASS MATTER courts Weekly crossword puzzle 37 T pe faces 39 Swiss song 43 Curve 44 French chalk 46 Roman THURSDAY BY - 84301 the checks. -- India EVERY keeping were sentenced under the state law for issuing insufficient funds of habeas corpus were dated for ease in handling. Thirty eight of the group were paroled by the Board of Pardons after the writs were filed and another group is still detained because they have been convicted of subsequent felonies. Warns Parolees Before he turned the men free from his court room, Ritter told them; I want you to report to your parole officers and keep your noses clean or youll be back . in the jailhouse. "Sooner or later youll have to make adjustments in mingling with the population again. I believe in rehabilitation outside prison walls. Id like to feel you are men who have learned a lesson and I want you to keep faith with this court. Ritters action has caused a flood of writs of habeas corpus r is busy. Seven of the men he released g community leaders could seriously consider in plans for the fu- cities of Salt Lake, Ogden and Provo. This type of industry has invested hundreds of thousands of and the dollars in the state communities in which they are located. In a majority of cases, the labor force of these firms is composed of women from the community itself. neighborhood 20 Nobleman 21 Charges 23 Group of te Utah community. And it is this type of industry that forward-lookin- outside the three large state strong and expanding export market (20 of sales) is growing at a faster rate than the domestic market. U. S. producers have a definite edge over decade. more that, if given the opportunity, could become as successful. It is this type of industry that can be not only an economic boost but a social one to a small, your community enjoys. As an example, there are presently 49 apparel firms located in Utah. Of these, 28 are established in small communities across the long term. A cessation replace government business; this would require more business aircraft travel. Finally, the who actually seek the small town working climate. And, it is this type of industry that fits best into the atmosphere, social structure and pattern of life that a small community consoli- network. ISSUED v House. Line Market 76 WEST MAIN : so-call-ed growth. This company is a leading producer of avionics (electronic) equipment for small aircraft. Jfun-fldvoca- . , the Contrary to common belief, benot does on corner industry . . cities the to big solely long especially in Uiah. Too many small communities have the notion that the states industrial future is locked securely in the grasp of the three big metropolitan areas. But, believe it or not, this is not entirely true. There are, of course, industries which need the big city to operate on an economically stable basis. But, by the same token, there are other equally successful companies session concluded action on 69 inmates whose writs 80 w K This does not mean, of course, that there will not be some individuals now' enjoying tax shelters who will not find their taxes increased, because many loopholes have been closed. Traditionally, however, tax bills originate in the House of Representatives and go to the floor under a closed rule, which means that the whole package must be voted up or down, with no floor amendments permitted. It is argued that this is necessary in order to avoid the legislative chaos that would result when considering complex, highly technical bills should hundreds of amendments be offered by the 435 members of the long-ter- Since V'r V,v'4V. - $7,-33- Private plane industry growing Aircraft In- dustry known to the trade as General Aviation has more in the more air uses air, planes facilities, serves more places, and logs more hours than all major airlines together. The rapid growth in the number of certified private pilots and students in training and the boom in flying clubs indicate the strong long-terpotential for the industry, paced by a swing toward fleets of company-owneplanes and a new trend to line operators. Attractive Issues - '.T' payers to use the simplified form instead of itemizing their deductions. It would provide tax cuts for middle-incom- e 3 families earning between and $13,647 and who deduct their expenses on tax forms. Babsons Point of View BusinessPrivate Small towns have yet bill would beThe House-passees in come effective in two 1971 and 1972 and would provide a tax cut of at least five percent for Ritters BY BABSONS REPORTS INThe CORPORATED, Aug. 24 Tein plUMBiNG & heating 264 South Carbon Ave. in Price meet a great Canadian Ejznnoz We proudly present this out standing Canadian to our friends in the U.SA As Canada's oldest distiller, we care a lot about maintaining our reputation for quality. 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