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Show THE FORUM 6 Feb. 9, 2005 andwich loin Joel L. Gardner Staff Writer For students who are looking for a new place to go. The Original: A Sandwich Joint is an excellent place for great food, friendly service and a fun atmosphere. It was tasty, my stomach was filled, and my wallet isnt empty! When you enter The Original, the newly opened sandwich joint at 1751 S. and 1100 E., you are immediately greeted by the two owners, Wayne and Russ. As you look around the the place, nostalgia sets in walls are lined with the classic arcade video games Ms. Pacman and Galaga. Tina Turner, the Rolling Stones and Men at Work record albums are also on display and the smells of delicious breads, doughnuts and coffee are irresistible. Last Saturday morning, I talked for a few minutes with Wayne and Russ while they finished a large catering order. Weve been open for about two months now, said Russ, co-own- er of The Original, and weve been really excited about all the business weve already had. People seem to be really happy with the food. I ordered a sandwich and a drink and sat down at one of the tables. The food is really great! For the lunch special, customers can get a big, freshly made sandwich, a bag of chips, and a drink for $5.49. During the 30 minutes I spent enjoying a delightful doughnuts and sandwich, I learned even more about the owners. Russ owned and operated the Pizza Pipeline before selling the establishment to open The Original. Wayne and Russ are also very personal with their customers. They had real conversations with every one of the customers that came in. The personal, fun atmosphere is something that a customer just doesnt encounter in other established franchised restaurants. A couple of days ago, we sold 75 sandwiches in about an hour and a half, said Wayne, Russs business partner. That is a lot of business! We were real happy to do that much while only being open for a couple of months. Having had some experience in the sandwich business, I know that 75 sandwiches is a lot of customers, especially for a new estab- lishment. As I sat and enjoyed one of their freshly made doughnuts, A Stone Ground Bread Company bread truck pulled up to deliver the daily fresh- lv baked bread. We switched bread companies a couple of days ago, said Wayne. This bread is even bigger and better than before! Were planning on building a tiki deck so people will be able to enjoy their food outside, said Wayne. Well probably build it March or April. Well have it up by summer for sure.C3 The Original: A Sandwich Joint, located close to campus on 1751 S. 1100 E., serves fresh sandwiches and doughnuts fora price that will not empty ones wallet. Date Auction Draws Big Crowd, Corky Richard Staff Writer The conflict between the inhumanity of nations, ethnic groups and the world community and the humanity of an ordinary man confronted by extraordinary circumstances is the stage on which director Terry George tells the painful and com-- , pelling story of a contemporary holocaust in Hotel Rwanda. Few in the rest of the world seemed inclined to acknowledge the genocide that was taking place in Rwanda. The manager of Hotel Mille Collines in Kigali, Paul Rusesabagina (played by Don Cheadle), hesitates to acknowledge whats happening himself, even as his family and friends are caught up in the horror. When he realizes the extent of the slaughter he begins to use all the resources and connections (whether it be bribery or using what litde help the United Nations provides) that he acquired over time as manager of the hotel to protect the refugees who come seeking shelter. Rusesabaginas wife, Tatiana Rusesabagina (played by Sophie Okonedo) and children, the relatives and neighbors add to the compelling, personal story, inviting us to imagine ourselves in such a plight. In the lead role, Don Cheadle masterfully portrays a mild-manner- ed but sophis- ticated man working to please his distinguished and powerful guests, suppliers and superiors who becomes a hero who gives everything from his own money to eventually his own safety to protect the people stranded in the hotel (some friends but many strangers). Ultimately becoming a refugee himself, he never succumbs to helplessness. In a tense scene, Paul, at last without any other options, threatens Gen. Augustin Bizimungo, played by Fana Mokoena, effectively bullying him into stopping the imminent murder of everyone in the hotel. In contrast, Nick Nolte plays Col. Oliver of the United Nations, who is desperate to come to the aid of the beleaguered Tutsis, but helpless without the backing of the world powers that have sent him there. When all the powers that could have stepped in stepped back, they forced to do so as well, eventually evacuating all foreigners, but only if they were white. Even aid workers, orphans, Catholic sisters, orphans and tourists are separated by their race, without only the whites allowed onto the bus. Despite everyone stepping back and out of the situation, the hotel manager steps forward, again and ' again, even risking his life for the sake of his family and fellow countrymen. Director Terry George is determined that the genocide in Rwanda not be forgotten, or repeated. His movie speaks to the shame of all the countries that did nothing, and the pride in the humanity of the few men like Rusesabagina, who did so much, reminding us that sometimes the fate of thousands, and the conscience of the world, rests in the hands of an ordinary man.c Helps Support Worthy. Cause Auction Continued from pg. 1 about the controversial subject of date auctions Although it was quite entertaining, I was not sure about the whole idea of selling people, she said. But I figured it was for a good cause so why not? She also explained that what initially appears to be a contest based on looks is not because it is usually your friends bidding on you. I think it is a great way to get students to donate, said Lewis. You can always do car washes and cookie sales, but you never make as much money. This is a really fun way to do it. And students like it because they get a date so there is something coming to them too. The main thing that was great about the auction is how much money our school made for charity, said Christensen. We made a lot of money for one night and it was amazing that our school took that on. Most students were not shy about shelling out the extra cash because it was for a good cause, including sophomore Ashley Alfieri who battled for a double date with Mark and Meredith Feme. The final $130 bid was the second highest bid of the evening. I dont mind paying that much when it is for charity, Alfieri said. Twenty-fou- r dates were donated for the auction to give away to the participants. During an intermission, the audience was entertained by a salsa duo that donated salsa lessons for one of the date options. Christensen and her date received passes to soar through the Park City mountain air on Park City Mountain Resorts new zipline along with a romantic dinner for two at the Spaghetti Factory. Other dates included movie tickets and coupons to various Salt Lake City restaurants. The evening offered one of the largest Wild Wednesday turnouts this year and students seemed to really enjoy the event. Wharton has attended three of the annual date auctions in his years at Westminster College and claims that this year was the best one. The whole event was just really successful and a lot of fun, said Wharton.CS |