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Show 4A Lakeside Review North, Wednesday, June 8, 1983 n Scb Ends Juno 14th By LYNMA ORAHAM Review Correspondent The reasons we LAYTON like to live in Utah" are the very reasons that Utah is the scam capital of America, according to Dr. Carol Lois Clark, consumer education specialist for the Utah State Attorney Oener- al's office. A basic trust in the honesty and integrity of others and a tight knit peer, social, and religious community have cost wmsdmes. nfV , Utahns over $70 million in frauds and schemes ih two cases alone this year, she told the Layton Chamber of Commerce last week. These people look, act and seem to be respectable people but they bilk people out of premium grade: CEDAR FENCING ... at affordable prices! Quality picket fencing money, she said. The very reasons people like to live here are the reasons why scams thrive here. The close connections with social peers, church, and avenues 1x4x6' .Using KI Square top pickets groups are wonderful for getting information (about scams) through. Dr. Clark said that Utahs reputation as the scam capital of America is a valid one with 1x4x6' 199 46,. ea. 2 Quality Appsarance PINE BOARDS ppS SIDING 38"x 4'x 8' with groove. 20 year guarantee. Rugged 98 sheet HORIZONTAL HARDBOARD Easy to install' Primed for painting, rough appearance for a contemporary look. 12" x 16 639 GARAGEThePACKAGE Yes' You can build it! garage youve always wanted isavailable at a price you can afford. From complete assembly drawings to nails, this project package is designed forthe Does not include garage door. 12X20 room. Add an Deck Packages r $n 1 900 Also includes window, entrance door. All you need is the concrete slab. RAILROAD TIES 0 where across a pulpit and the praise the Lords and hallelujahs the man explained his scheme and left for the Bahamas with over $2 million from his middle class contacts before the IRS stepped in. Pyramid schemes seem to be especially popular to Utahns and Dr. Clark said that when it comes to pyramid schemes no one has us beat. ; Part of their appeal is that they can see an immediate re- -' turn and really can do well on goods or services for a short jime said Dr. Clark. Usually what happens, according to Dr. Clark, is that eventually the pryamid falls, people crushing the down-lin- e and leaving the top promoter 126 242 1 w I'''- - . 10X14 8419 22188 0x20 10X16 ,r equipment. A. NEWBURGH 10X12 299 B. TUDOR 10X9 Based on 2 X 4 decking at 52 linear foot. 2X6 decking on sale at OOe linear foot. Includes: Joists, rim joists, random planking lengths Garden Heart. Note . Decks featured are ground supported. 4X4 posts will be needed forunlevel ground construction. 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Fraud promoters often adopt the jargon of the particular group they are working with in Order to have an almost automatic in with individuals within the group, reported Dr. Clark. In contacting Utah Mormons, she said, it is not uncommon for the promoter to come a few minutes late to the meeting of potential investors and offer the apology that he got out late from the temple or just came from a high council meeting implying that he is a member in good standing of the LDS Church and that he can be trusted because he is one of the group. Often names of local church officials are used in connection with a fraudulent business deal nd people tend to think if he is involved it must be all right and dont investigate the deal as they should before investing, according to Dr. Clark. Many people invest on the strength of that, she said. It is a very common pattern. The church connection and use of the jargon isnt limited to Mormons but functions wherever tight knit groups are found, according to Dr. Clark. ; She cited one instance in n Arizona involving the ft. 2x4x8' 48' 87. 49; ' Cedar Post square top pickets square top pickets x. fin. 1x6x6' , 6 ft. lin. ' 1 x u,in m m GALVANIZED . . Arrow SulMIng AMomMy: Constructed of eomplotety pto-- f abricated and parts. All parte arc pro-eu- t, ROOFING and assembly using tea Illustrated Instruction manual. Economical rqofing that lasts and lasts. Corrugated tor shnplo stepyaMp, Layton Only 26" wide. i' .4 JUNGLE GYM fun! 10 Hundreds of hours of Only a few hours to build! All materials are furnished to build this backyard gym. Includes a material list for parts identification and complete lumber and hardware package! Only . off-sho- re they are aggressively pro- secuted and found guilty. If the money cannot be found, there is nothing that can be done for the investors. Utahs legitimate booms have also led to various scams. The state had had many boom type operations and people want to think that it can happen again and to them. Investigation into boom offers as all other investment plans is essential. Dr. Clark said that one fairly current scam began in southern California and is working his way to us. It involves a gold machine which the promoter promises can pull microscopic flecks of gold out of water. To help with the fight against - fraudulent investment programs, the Better Business Bureau in Salt Lake City has set up a Hot Line to aid investors. The toll free number is Callers can remain anonymous but can report schemes they are dubious about or ask questions. 662-712- 8. Layton Only CONTRACTOR TOOL APRON (5Iruu.tR PATIO COVERS ; translucent Sturdy fiberglass panels make the perfect" patio cover. 3PC.PLIERSET 5 a. 1862 10x 12' 8-- 10'x20' 44 1 P,07 - 35 , 49$ 8-6:- Syr IRBlIVVWw 'V-X- -y 4 ea.113 $488 $481 59s ea. ea. 1831 09 Sffft.. 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