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Show Knives, other items included Jeep loaded with blank checks, stolen ID cards recovered in cemetery arrest by GARY R. BLODGETT Two suitcases and a strong box with blank checks and stolen identification cards - were recovered over the weekend when two male suspects were in a arrested - loaded four-wheeli- restricted area of Magna's Pleasant Green Cemetery. The huge cache of checks -- many of them blank payroll checks that only needed to have the name and cash amount filled in were a part of the stolen goods. "This haul could have resulted in hundreds of thousands of dollars of forged checks, most of them drawn on local companies and individuals," said Salt Lake County Sheriff Deputy Heinz Kopp, a partner in the amest. He noted that complete books of blank checks - along with - lists of names of company employees and their account - press time) in their mid to late 30s were arrested one after being forcibly subdued with pepper mace when he resisted officers and attempted to walk from the scene, according to Deputy Kopp. The pair was observed in a restricted area of the cemetery by Deputy Kyle Lowther, on a regu- - EDITOR numbers were included. There were also stolen credit cards, social security cards, and various other cards used for identification. Two suspects (unidentified at lar patrol of the cemetery. Deputy Kopp responded to his request for a backup unit Kopp said several knives, but no guns, were found in the vehicle, one of which was stuck in the side of the steering wheel, easily accessible to the driver. A U.S. Postal Inspector called to the scene remarked: "My heck, there are checks here from some of the cases I've been working on." One suspect was on parole from federal prison on an earlier conviction of mail fraud, and the other was arrested about a month ago on a forgery charge by Deputy Kopp. "I knew him by name because of an earlier arrest, yet he gave my partner a phony name," Kopp said. drive vehicle The four-whewas also improperly registered. el Postal crime One persons garbage is a criminal's treasure by KIM FOLSOM STAFF WRITER The United States Postal Inspection Service sent out a notice in April that three men were seen taking trash from the lobby of the Foothill Post Office. Some people might think this is strange behavior or something to laugh at, but it is not a laughing manner. The Postal Service is concerned with the possibility that the men took the garbage to obtain financial records and personal information for criminal purposes. The United States Postal Service cautions the public to be aware that unsolicited credit card applications and other mail containing personal or financial information should not be deposited in waste receptacles. The information can be used to defraud you or obtain fraudulent accounts in your name. If you suspect that this has happened to 1 . you, contact Postal Inspectors at 974-22- 7 According to the Bill Morris of the Salt Lake County Sheriffs Office, criminals have been known to go through financial institutions garbage and, more often, go through residential garbage looking for financial information. Morris says, "Anything with a social security number is one of the most valuable tools for criminals to commit fraud. Residents should be very careful to destroy any papers with a social security number on it." Recently, some people impersonated FBI agents demanding social security numbers and account numbers over the telephone. The main target for these calls is the elderly, who in many cases can be intimidated more easily. It is best to bum or shred financial and personal records. The public should not give any financial or personal information over the phone. Demand information and phone numbers from unknown callers no matter who they say they are. Normally, law enforcement officers will deal with people directly and give the public proper (Hm0P Gremlin coach needed Cyprus Little League Football is still looking for a Gremlin A coach. Other coaches may needed for the Continental teams. Anyone interested may call Suzanne Whiting at 250-930- 8. Help stamp out hunger with food drive The Letter Carriers annual food drive is slated for Saturday, May 8. food donations by Residents are encouraged to place their mailbox on May 8; letter carriers will then deliver them to local community food banks and pantries. For more information, call your local post office or le 972-441- 1. Art & Soup April 27-2- 8 Utahs finest chefs and greatest artists will present their signature soups and latest art creations during Community Nursing Services 11th annual Celebration of Art & Soup, Tues. and Wed., April 27-211 a.m.-- 2 p.m. and 9 p.m. in the Salt Palace Grand Ballroom. For information or to purchase advance tickets, call 233-- 6 1 70. 8, 5-- Womens workshop offered April 30 Plant your potential and grow your success with the Rocky Mountain Region of the Federally Employed Women Regional Training Program, April 30.at Comfort Suites Hotel in Ogden. For details, please call Ivy McChesney at COPY Crew conducts soil tests at site of the planned 4100 South pedestrian skywalk to be constructed over Bangerter Highway. Working the Fast-Trac- k' Pedestrian walkway at 4100 South on Bangerter Highway now in planning stage by GARY R. BLODGETT EDITOR the future, according to Jim Anderson, project manager for UDOT. The Utah Department of Transportation is "working the fast track" in its plans for providing pedestrian walkways over Bangerter Highway - but it all takes time, and money. Here's the prospectus thus far. The walkway over the busy "We're working the fast track trying to provide pedestrian walkways for the students having to cross busy, and wide, Bangerter Highway," said Anderson. "But it's going to take time to work out the problems." r ' And pertaining to the proposed highway at 3100 South is, of, course, completed at a cost of just walkway at 3500 South, that's what it is - simply a proposal. under $1 million. "This is very conceptual, and The next overpass is scheduled for 4100 South and Bangerter. may or may not materialize," The third walkway is planned at Anderson stressed. "The big problem is acquisition of property." 134th South and Bangerter next He explained that property on all year. A fourth walkway is tentatively four corners where a pedestrian scheduled in 2001 at 126th South walkway would exit is commercialand Bangerter. ly developed and property owners And still another crosswalk is have expressed that they do not want a crosswalk at that site. 'To planned - but only in the conceptual stage at 3500 South and purchase the necessary property would be extremely expensive - if Bangerter Highway. This is very in and its possible to do so." "ify," anytime conceptual - Regardless, the time element on this crosswalk would be "well into the future, if ever," Anderson concluded. Back to the 4100 South proposal. Soil tests (in picture) are being conducted and analyzed. UDOT, West Valley City and Granite School District officials have met and tentatively agree with the location of the crossing. The design - very similar to the is being 3100 South walkway the 4100 South of Cost completed. be will slightly probably project higher than the 3100 South crosswalk which cost just under $1 million. Estimated cost of the 4100 South project is $1.2 million, Anderson confirmed. - Fifty years will be noted at Brockbank Jr. High in a gala celebration Wednesday, April 28. congressionally chartered veterans service organization with a membership of more than one million war-tim- e disabled veterans. The Waiter Sports Clinic is funded with the help of numerous corporations and service organizations. STAFF WRITER Jeffery Ellett, a Marine Corps veteran from Magna, participated at the National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic at Crest Butte Mountain Resort during the week of March prepared, and should be completed in time for UDOT to advertise construction bids by Sept. 1, 1999. This takes three weeks. After that, UDOT has two weeks to award the construction contract, and the contractor has two weeks to move onto the site. However, this could be late October or early November before work could actually begin. "Will contractors want to start that late in the season and work through the winter or to seek a delay until spring to begin con- struction?" asked Anderson. "That's unknown at this time." Only time w ill tell. Brockbank 50th birthday party Apr. 28 Magna veteran participates in national Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic by ALAN BLALN Plans for the 4100 South pedes- trian skywalk are being rapidly Activities will begin at 5 p.m.. followed by a program m the auditorium with a roll call of alumni at 7 p.m., recognition of past administrators and teachers at 7.15 p.m., and plaque presentation to the Brockbank family at 7:30 p.m. Dinner will be served free in the cafeteria 7 p.m. Other activities at the same time will include Oldies 94.1 on the front lawn and instrumental and choral music m the auditorium. Several activities are scheduled 8 plays, p.m., including one-ac- t oldies music, and a classic car 5-- 5-- show. 21-2- 6. Westside Spotlight Ellett was among more than 300 disabled veterans from 40 states who gathered in Crest Butte to learn or improve their skills in adaptive Alpine and Nordic skiing. All participants are U.S. military veterans with spinal-cor- d injury or disease, certain neurological conditions, orthopedic amputations, visual impairments, or other disabilities. Ellett, 50, suffered a stroke leaving him partially paralyzed on the left side of his body and visually impaired. He is currently being treated at the VA medical facility in Salt Lake City. Ellett participated in the Alpine (downhill) skiing events during the weeks festivities. "I love this event," said Ellett. "It's helped me greatly with my physical rehabilitation, and it's been a great opportunity to get to know some wonderful people." During the event Ellett also participated in rock climbing and kayaking. "It's wonderful and I plan to participate for a long time to come," said Ellett He has participated in the event for the past six years. Adding to the excitement of die event this year was the participation of Tipper Gore, wife of the Vice President of the United States. JOYCE HUNTER and Occupation: Joyce is celebrating her first year of maniage to Bill Hunter. Family The Hunters share five grown "This clinic is visible proof to disabled veterans, who have given so much in service to this country, and to all Americans, that there should be no barriers to living life to the fullest," said Gore. "Their success at this event gives the veterans die confidence to return to their communities and become active and productive members of society. To me, it demonstrates what is truly great about this country." The largest event of its kind in die world, the clinic is sponsored by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and the Disabled American Veterans (DAV), and is hosted by the VA Medical Center in Grand Junction, Colo., with the help of the VA Rocky Mountain Network. With programs in its medical facilities nationwide, VA is a recognized leader in rehabilitative and recreational therapy. DAV is a nonprofit. children including; Bobette (Bobbi). Kristy, Tayne, Joe. and Sandra. The Hunter s are proud grandparents of five grandchildren: Michael, MkeH. Zoe. Kade and Kytie. Joyce has owned and operated Main Street Hair Design (8585 West 2707 South) on Magna's historic Main Street years Joyce has been a member of the Magna comfor 8 1 munity for 30 years ing. and count- Community Involvement Joyce has used her talents serving Magna's Senior Citizens Center and her church in doing make-over- s. She teaches line dancing classes, she has taught C.P.R. and First Aid class- at Brockbank Jr. High School, and has previously participated as a Emergency Medical es Technician (EMT) working Cyprus High School football games. She also is busy taking care of her parents. JOYCE HUNTER Hobbies and Interests: 1 love gardening and working in the yard," said Joyce. Joyce also enjoys camping and spending time with her family and fnends. Philosophy about life: in helping others T believe and being a good friend to others. My neighbors treat us like family and we treat them like family." - by Alan Blain. Staff Writer |