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Show THE MAGNA March 24, 2005 I IMESAN F.ST VALLEY 3 NEWS Editorial u-Btns- Jess Advice COLUMN iry by Doug Patton M Dear Jess: Bm mmiBiii mb "Murder is unique in that abolishes the party it injures, so that society has to take the place of the victim and on his behalf demand atonement or grant forgiveness; it is the one crime in which society has a direct interest." - W.H. Auden it This is the story of two discontent husbands. Both of them had become tired of standing by their vows to love, honor and cherish the women they had married, and so each became involved in an adulterous affair with another woman. Both men had the option of simply divorcing their wives and moving on with their mistresses, but for some reason neither was inclined to do so. Instead, both men decided to murder their whatever collect wives, financial benefit ensued from their deaths and then live happily ever after. The first man chose to commit his crime in secret. Since his young wife was pregnant, he decided to kill her before the baby was bom. After killing his wife and unborn son, this man disposed of the evidence by discarding the remains in a bay several hours from their home. He then told his w ifes family and the authorities that she had simply disappeared. the authorities When found the evidence and arrested this man for the murders, his lawyer claimed that the wife and son were the victims of crazed Satanists or some other evildoers. His client had gone fishing on Christmas Eve, the night the woman disappeared. That was his alibi. A jury of this mans peers didnt believe a word of it, and convicted him of two counts of murder. A judge sentenced him to die and sent him to death row in a prison overlooking the very bay where he had disposed of his wifes body. The second man decided to commit his murder right out in the open. Instead of hiding his actions and thereby incurring the suspicion of the authorities, he would use the courts to help him commit his crime. incident A suspicious I am a woman in my mid-40- s. I have been married for years earlier had caused a mysterious chemical imbalance in his wifes brain, thereby rendering her unable to speak or to receive food by mouth. She w as not on a respirator; in fact, her breathing was completely normal. She laughed and tried to communicate with her parents when they came to the hospital to visit her; but because she was unable to chew or swallow solid food without choking, she was dependent on others for sustenance. For several years, she received her nourishment through a feeding tube. Her husband had received a large sum of money from a medical malpractice settlement, which was to be used for her care, but none of it was ever spent on her rehabilitation. Though he steadfastly refused to file for divorce and turn his wife's care over to her loving parents, he callously entered into a relationship with another woman, even fathering children with her as his w ife lay helpless in the hospital. Meanwhile, because he had grown tired of waiting for his wife to die, he enlisted the help of a judge to kill her. The judge obliged, ordering that she be starved to death because her husband claimed she would want it that way. Therein lies the tale of two murderers. Both were tired of being married. Both wanted to continue their adulterous with other relationships w omen. Both decided to kill their wives rather than divorce them. One went to prison; the other was never even charged with a crime. One, though he was a sociopath, still somehow instinctively knew that no one gets away with murder unless it is done in secret. The other was arrogant enough to believe that if he solicited the help of those who were sympathetic to his selfish agenda, he could get away with homicide in full view of the whole world and become a hero to movement in the the process. As the condemned Scott Peterson sits in San Quentin, he must wish that he had taken a lesson from the very clever Michael Schiavo. pro-dea- th Letters to the Editor 23 years and have three children. The last five years of my marriage has simply been for the sake of the children. I decided a long time ago that w hen my youngest headed off to college I would head off on my ow n, too. The problem is that my youngest will be graduating in June and I am beginning to panic because I dont know how' I am going to make it on my own. I do not want to spend anymore time trapped in my marriage. Any suggestions? I wish to express my grat- itude to 'The American Family Rights Association, for their recent nationwide demonstrations against the alleged murder of little Logan Marr, in the custody of a foster parent, and abuse of our children by governChild funded ment Protective Services organizations across our country that allegedly are motivated primarily by the government money they receive for adopting out children instead of the welfare of the children w ho should be with their parents or grandparents. Many tiagic stories have emerged from these demonstrators about terrible abuse, ' murder, and death of multi tudes of these children w ho have fallen through the child cracks of " service organiza- -' protective tions and even been trafficked for money by perverted interests, sexual and otherwise, even to other countries. even Investigations, reported by the mainstream media, indicate that allegations of a modem day child holocaust for profit within the halls of our established institutions cannot be summarily dismissed without an intensive independent congressional investigation of our nations, government funded Child protective organizations which I feel are obviously part of an Orwellian planned attack on so-call- ed Americas, families by our own government. We should view' the compelling video: Children of the Shite at USA-- 1 or www.jbs.org for information and contact the American Family Rights on-goi- ng What happened to honor when this nations career warriors were promised that if they gave 20 or more years of their lives in defense of this nation they and their dependents would receive free health care for life and Congress refuses to live up to that promise? This was the law of the land until 1956 when Congress subtly Changed the wording of the law. Congress hides behind the false assertion that this promise was made illegally. The promise served its purpose, it was the primary deciding factor in making the military a career as these warriors were told that their pay was substandard because they were earning delayed pay in the form of life time health care. The nation saved billions and billions of dollars over the years by not having to recruit and train a new military force every three or four years as these careerists their believed leaders, remaining on duty to form , 1 Sincerely, ' Mrs: Viola Ell Adelanto, Calif. the very backbone of the nations military forces. The promise was validated as late as 1995 in numerous government documents. What happened to honor when the President tells these warriors while on the campaign trail, Promises made will be promises kept, and then once elected does everything in his power to insure Congress does not honor the promise? What happens to honor when the Supreme Court refuses to even hear our warriors pleas? and President The soon know that Congress none of these old warriors will be left and then there will be no moral need to keep the promise. These warriors honored their part of the promise to the nation, and they only ask the nation to honor its promise to them. If this promise is not kept, can we really believe our current forces promises will be honored for their sacrifices? . Respectfully, Capt. Ronald J. Shaw USAF, Retired Orem, Utah S A 2, sell the KiDtoKiD aria ILAUl Thanks, Dear Sarah: Dear June: There are of course many resources available in Utah, depending on the direction you are heading. I cant help wonder, however, why you have waited to do anything when youve had five years to plan your future? Here are a few ideas that might help. Most colleges have a resource center just for women if education is what you want to pursue. There are small business loans that cater to women just starting out who have a viable business plan. United Way has a program to help women, as well as J.E.D.I (Justice, Economic Dignity Not all children feel the need to have a group to hang around with; you need to look at the full picture. Does seem your daughter in or any way not depressed routine she the with happy has chosen for herself? Maybe she is putting a lot of effort into keeping up her grades. If you are really concerned, try to find a group that incorporates something she enjoys doing, then she can meet friends who have something in common with her. But remember to not push too hard, she may like things just the way they are. Email your questions for Jess to: jessadvicegmail.com or Mail to Magna Times, 8980 W. 2700 S., Magna, Ut 84044 letters to ttie Miter IJetcom Readers are encouraged to share opinions by sending letters to the Editor, Magna TimesWest Valley News, 8980 W. 2700 S. Magna, UT. 84044. 5 at magwestxmission.com. or Letters can be sent via fax to Writers may send a photograph to accompany their letter. All letters to the Editor are subject to editing for grammar, clarity and brevity. best things kids outgrow. appointment to sell or come in to shop. We buy and Call for an intelligent and beautiful. She is in junior high and in the honors class. We are very proud of her but I have noticed she doesn't seem to have any close friends. Is this normal, or should I try to intervene? immediately! Cash for Kids Stuff fl Dear Jess: My daughter is young, June Association and Congress What happened to honor? Editor, and independence). I would start by what best suits your needs then go from there. Good luck. Sarah L Child protection services Editor: o o o o o o o o o o o o o 2632 West 3500 South. West Valley 969-771- 1 Letters will be corrected for known factual errors. Letters must be signed and include a phone number for verification and city of residence. Letters on local topics are given preference. Name and city of residence will be printed. L- - ....Zhsiw. vS This pimple's not just coming to a head, it's getting eyes too." m uom fRi Will iriltfjks rum tnurato ut tE'diw 'OOssau utffiBvkiitehMafe'i |