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Show Friday, February 20, 1 981 Page 4 Millard County Progress, Fillmore, Utah 84631 Tr- - ' HOLDEN f HAPPENING5 by I lia Crosland rsc of their Stevens, for mother, the weekend were Bill and Helen Rigby and two children of Centerville. Boyd and Anna Rae Stevens and family enjoyed having as their weekend guests their parents, lee and Yvonne Ashdale.ofCcdai n. Spending the time day weekend with tluit mother, La Nola Johnson, and Lucille were Ro Johnson. Court iic and Regan, ol Woods Cross. Sunday they all mt to Delta to spend the day home At the F.llen and Loraine with Bryant Jones and family. The special occasion was to attend the testimonial honoring Elder Mark Jones who has been called Baton to the Rouge Louisiana Mission. He is the third son of the Jones to be called on a mission . The group really enjoyed being together lor the loraine day. Monday Jones and some of her children including Sliona Ed and and Payne daughter came to spend the afternoon with her mother, also Ray and Lucille and family. Karl and Sue Esplin and two children of Cedar City were overnight guests Monday of their parents, Jess and Estill Bennett. Wallace and Ruth Stevens of Salt Lake were guests of Jess and Estill Bennett during the weekend. They also visited the Rueben Stevens, Jay Stevens, and Evan Stevens homes. Bruce and Helen Ashton and family, also their daughter and husband Wendy and Tom Mason all of Orem, spent the weekend with their par- ents, Reed and Virginia Wood. Connie Coles and daughter Christina, of Salt Lake were visiting at the home Beth of her mother, Crosland, for the weekend. Hunter is a Sidney patient at Utah Valley Hospital following major surgery. We certainly want to wish him a speedy recovery. His daughter and her husband, Mike and Janice Larsen, and daughter, of Logan, visited their father Saturday and then came to visit their mother, Betty, and son, Ben, over the weekend. Clark and Paula Johnson and children Justin and Brooke, were at the home of their parents, Earl and Mary Johnson, for the weekend. Kellee Christensen of Orem spent the weekend w ith her parents, Maughn and Bonnie Christensen, and Pat. Landon Stepheson, year old son of Robert and Kathy Stephenson, was a patient at the Fillmore hospital suffering from pneumonia for several days. A large crowd of relatives and friends attended funeral servicis for Colona P. Bennett Saturday. We express our sympathy to her husband, Wilford Bennett, and her children. All the family were here for the services. ENERGY FOCUS Q. Which states produce the most oil, and which produce none? A. Texas Is the nation's leading producer of oil. In 1979, it produced an average of 2,776,041 barrels t r day, or more than one billion barrels per year Louisiana, Alaska, Calii.irnia, and Oklahoma also are large producers. which Those states produce no oil include: Washington, Idaho, Minnesota, Iowa, Wisconsin, Georgia, South Carolina, , m DelaNorth Carolina, ware, New Jersey, Rhode Massachusetts, Island, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. Oregon now produces some gas and discoveries recently have been made In Idaho. Leading producers In the Rocky Mountains, on the basis of average barrels per day in 1979, Include: Wyoming, New 341,241; Mexico, 217,477; Colorado, 88,359; Montana, 82137; Utah, 74,674; and North Dakota, 83,775 barrels. HVaimei? ftfllti?G 1980 Ford Granada Fordor Sedan, 30" Economy V-- 8 Engine, Automatic transmission, Air conditioning, power steering, power brakes - a like new car. 1980 Ford Futura 2 Dr., 200" 6 cyl. Economy engine, Automatic transmission, Air conditioning, power steering, power brakes - like new. 1980 Buick Skylark 6 2 Dr., 2.8 Liter Engine, Automatic transmission, Air conditioning, power steering, power brakes like new. V-- 6 1979 Mustang Ghla 2 Dr., 2.8 Liter Economy Engine, Air conditioning, power steering, power brakes, Automatic transmission - a sharp V-- sporty car. 1975 Mercury Cornel 2 Dr., 200" Economy Ex-Po- ft- FLOWELLf FEATURES - w Speaks at BYU Brigadier General Robinson Risner, Vietnam prisoner of war for seven years and five months, was the guest speaker at the recent Utah Parks Scout Banquet Council held at Brigham Young University. Speaking to 800 boy scouts and their sponsors about his POW experiences and his survival, Risner said, We are fortunate to be Americans. Risner spent five months in solitary confinement where he said he spent many hours praying for his family. When asked what kept him going when things got difficult the former POW said, God and country. I pledged that Id do my best for God and country. The Brigadier General related an experience of lying on his stomach sniffine the outside air a through peephole and gazing at a blade of grass. The one blade of grass was my blood support for many months and I learned what freedom meant to me, he said. Risner said that he felt lucky to have enjoyed a successful military career. Even as he sat in his cell in Vietnam, Risner said he couldnt think of another person he I was would like to be. free, been born a free American, and have been taught to think free, he said, he said. He attributed much of his ability lo look at his circumunpleasant stances with a positive attitude due to the dis- cipline he was taught in the military. He said that because of his self-dis- cipline, he forced himself to do mental and physical exercise each day. Risner stressed to the boy scouts the importance of standing up for what they believe in. "Dont be ashamed of things that are important or to stand up for your country, for this is a wonderful country. he said. After his release from Vietnam, Risner wrote, "The Passing of the a book dealing Night, with his POW experThe Brigadier iences. General said he has also pledged and dedated his life to the youth of by I hi. irie hie Tony and Tami Utley and the latters friend, Lois Farnsworth, spent the long weekend with the twins parents, Gem and The young Lora Utley. school at attend people Utah Technical College in Provo. and Mrs. Don and all of their children except the married son, Curt, and his wife, Susan, who were working and were unable to go, traveled to Lake Shore for a family reunion of Thors brother, sister, their spouses and children. They gathered at the home of their mother, Verda Tucket, to honor her on her 75th birthday. The family really enjoy each other and love their mother and grandmother. Grant Robinson went to Salt Lake City Friday and brought his wife, Arleen, home Saturday evening. She had spent several days in the city with her mother, Laura Atha, and husband, Ted. Mr. and Mrs. Grant Rasmussen and three daughters and his mother, Veta Rasmussen, went to Springville Saturday, Feb. 14, to attend the wedding and reception for their niece and granddaughter, LaRie Birch, The and Kevin Davis. bride is the daughter of Leland and Georgia Rasmussen Birch, former Pahvant residents. Veta remained in Springville to visit her sister and brother-in-law- , Marie and Smith Robison, of Ely, who were in Spring- ville for their nieces wedding and remained for a few days visit. Veta came to Delta Monday with her daughter and Carol and Grant Frandsen, and children, who also stayed up north to visit relatives of both sides of their family. Grant and Melba Rasmussen went to Delta Monday to get his mother and bring her home. Bill and Jean Rasmussen Jackson and two children of Fillmore also attended the wedding and reception for niece LaRie and husband. Guests for several days last week of her parents, John and Ranee Eberle, Mr. Wilcox son-in-la- V-- 8 By Daryl J. McCarty Executive Secretary Utah Education Assn. in Writing Todays Harold C. Education, Lyon, Jr., tells us about five percent of our school-ag- e are population "gifted students. These, he writes, are children with "an unusual endowment of talent cativeinan anal) i' artistic or intcllc oven in some social schools neither ways that nor society yet under- stands. Gifted though they are, things do not always go well for these kids. Lyon says that its a myth that these gifted and talented young people will do fine on their that they dont own need special help. "Just as children of mental - We dont offer free music. Just the best in our LOCAL news and our LOCAL ads. 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He adds that these if prevented students, from moving ahead by the regidity of normal school procedures and assigned to classes with others of the same age but not necessarily of the same ability, gifted children take one of these directions. above-averag- They drift into a state of lethargy and apathy; they conceal their ability because they're anxious not to embarrass others or to draw their ridicule; or they become discipline problems. 6 cyl. Air conditioning, 1979 Chrevrolet Luv, 4 cyl. economy clean, low mileage. Eb-erl- Does a Future Beethoven or Einstein Live in Your Home? engine, Automatic transmission, power steering a clean car. 1974 Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Sun roof. was of Mary Eberle Lancaster, California and school pal and roommate Sherry Wilburn of Oregon. The girls are planning to live in Salt Lake City and be employed in a hosptial there. The are very happy to have Mary and friend living in Utah. Going to the Manti Temple Feb. 7th with Cindy Alldredge were her parents, Leif and Janeal, brothers Glen and Allen and the latters wife, Tersea, and sister Penny The Alldredge Gark. latter's husband, Greg, along with their 11 year old Stacy, daughter, cared for all the small fry at the Alldredge home in Pahvant while the family was at the temple. Eugene Harper, close friend of the family, took them to the temple and went through the session with them. The February meeting of the Crystal Camp of DUP was held on the 11th at the home of Phyllis Murray. Captain Thora Wilcox conducted and an gave appreciative welcome to those attending. Chaplain Virgie Ivie offered the invocation. Thora then led us in the pledge to the flag. Diana Fuller, music director, led us in the song On the California. to Way Secretary Jean Neilson read the minutes of the January meeting. Thora, on a moment's notice, was called upon to give a history, as the one assigned a history was unable to do so. A very short, but interesting history was given of Thoras grandfather, Joseph Francis, who dug the first artesian well in Utah. A monument in his honor is erected at Lake Shore, Utah. His brother, Samuel Francis, also helped Lesson with the well. Leader Dixie Williams presented an interesting lesson on Carl Amussen, History of Notable Pioneers. Phyllis served delicious refreshments. Those attending besides the daughters already mentioned were: Nona Tomkinson, Lynn Allen, and special guest Agnes Johnson. Things are happening for the gifted five percent, though. Back in 1969, American schools were adequately serving fewer than four percent of the nations talented and gifted youngsters. A fairly recent survey of school districts indicates that schools are serving about 35 percent of the gifted population. Lyon writes that pairing students with individuals who are willing to share their expertise in, a particular field can be highly important. He said many of the nations most brilliant people said such mentors made the biggest difference in their development. Parents often help their children find such mentors. MUSEUM Crime and Spending States with highest spending for police protection, judicial and correctional systems and other criminal justice purposes are usually those with highest incidence of major crime, according to Utah Foundation, the private, research agency. This does not suggest that expenditure for criminal justice purposes is not a deterrent to crime, but rather that are reluctant people to increase spending for this purpose until forced to do so, the Foundation points out in a Research Brief released this week. Of the 15 states highest in criminal justice spending, 13 are among the 15 states with highest rates of total major crime, of violent crime, or of both. At the other end of the scale of criminal justice spending, a similar relationship with the incidence of major crime appears to exist: states with low crime rates spend relatively less for criminal justice purposes. Some significant variation occurs in the area of violent crime, where a number of southern and southwestern states have relatively high incidence of violent crime compared to their rank in spending for criminal justice purposes. Utahs capita per spending for criminal per-capi- non-prof- it in 1978 was 11 the national average, while Utahs incidence of major crime was 3 below the aver- justice below SCOPE crimes against property was 2 above the national figure. The Foundations comparisons were based on published reports of the U.S. Department of Justice and Bureau of the Census for 1977-197Total outlays for criminal justice expenditure of state and local governments in Utah represent-9.- 4 of all general expenditures for the same year. Across the nation, average state expenditure for criminal justice purposes was 9.5 of general expenditures, or $97.12 per capita. Rates of major crime per 100,000 population in Utah (national figures in were: parentheses) total major crime, 4,979 (U.S. average, 5,109); violent crime, 272 (U.S., 487); property crime, 4.707 (U.S., 4,622). By geographical area, the Pacific region was highest in the ratge of major crime, and the Mountain States stood second among the nine geographical regions listed in the FBIS Uniform Crime Reports. Very high crime rates in and Arizona, Nevada, Colorado appear to account for the relatively high incidence in the Mountain region. Within the region, Utah stood fourth among the eight Mountain states in incidence of crimes against property, but fifth in the rate of total crime, and sixth in the rate of violent crime. Montana and Idaho had for the nation. age The rate of violent crime the lowest crime rates in Utah was 45 below among the Mountain the national average, States in all three hut the states rate of Changes in Tax Laws May Affect Taxpayers Filing "This year taxpayers may find that a few changes in the Federal tax law will affect how they file their Federal Paul R. tax forms, Dickey, Acting Salt Lake City District Director of Revenue Internal the Service said. For most taxpayers, however, the tax forms should offer few surprises from last year, "he added. For taxpayers interested in claiming the residential energy credit, there is an increase in the amount which can be claimed. The energy credit is actually made up of two separate credits. The credit for renewable energy source costs is 40 percent of the first $10,000 (or a maximum credit of $4,000) spent on solar, geothermal, or energy windpower equipment. This credit is based on the cost of the items installed after April 19, 1977, and before 1986. Previously, the credit for renewable energy source costs was 30 percent of the first $2,000 plus 20 percent of the next $8,000 (or a maximum credit of $2,200). for "Credit energy is costs conservation 15 percent of the first $2,000 (or maximum credit of $300) a taxpayer spends on items to save energy, such as insulation and storm windows, He sugDickey stated. gested that taxpayers can get more information concerning the energy credits in the free IRS Publication 903, Energy Credits for Individuals. Another important change focuses on the social tax. security The wages subject to the social security tax from increased were $ 22.900 to $25,900 for 1980. The rate of the tax was 6.13 percent; therefore, for 1980, the maximum social security tax for an individual was x ($25,900 $1,587.67 6.13 percent). Dickey reminded taxpayers that the amount of wages subject to social security tax increases again for 1981. If a taxpayer worked for only one employer in 1980 and more than $1,587.67 of social security tax was withheld, the taxpayer should ask the employer to refund the excess tax withheld. taxpayer worked for or more employers, more than $1,587.67 withheld, the excess be claimed as a credit against the income tax owed on Form 1040 or Form 1040A. The standard mileage rate for business use of a car has increased from 18 Vi to 20 cents for the first 15,000 miles and from 10 to 11 cents for each additional mile, Dickey advised, adding, The rate for medical, moving expense, and charitable uses has increased from eight to nine cents a mile'. information More about changes in the tax law can be found in the IRS Publication free of 553, Highlights Tax 1980 Changes, available by using the order form in the tax package or by calling the IRS If a two and was may FormsTax Information number listed in the tele- phone directoiy. Winter Ideal for Bird Feeding Winter is the ideal time for backyard bird feeding. With cold temperatures and natural food covered by ice and snow, it is vital for birds to find enough food to maintain their body temperatures, say Division NonBob Biologist game Bird feeders Walters. will attract birds which have migrated from higher elevations, as well as residents year-rouncommon to urban areas. A wide variety of birds may be spotted at bird feeders. These include d and mountain chickadees, nuthatches, dark-eyejuncos, pinion jays, common flickers, and down woodpeckers. Walters stresses the importance of a continuous winter feeding program, since the birds come to depend on the In the food supply. spring, an abundance of natural food will make bird feeding unnecessary. The period December to March is best for feeding, says Walters. There is a danger in starting backyard feeding programs too early. Migratory birds may stay at the feeder instead of going south. d black-cappe- d By Max Martin Park Superintendent Territorial Statehousr Slate Historical Monument Heirlooms of the Past Residents of Scipio undoubtedly are quite familiar with the fact that the beautiful old home built by Peter Jacob Quarnberg and Caroline Marie Quarnberg has changed hands and is now under the care and stewardship of a new owner who admires and appreciates its original design and architectural beauty. It has recently undergone a technical process of restoration bringing out its admirable charm and skillful craftsmanship. It is expected to be a significant contribution in the parade of historic homes in Millard County. The new Building constructed at the same location harand monizes compliments the original structure and is certainly a tribute to the initiative and skillful planning of the owner. Well I remember, when visiting my grandmother in this home some years ago, how I was attracted to its beauty and charm. If my behavior so merited, grandma would sometimes unlock the Reed Organ and permit me to exercise the treadle, press the keys gently and listen to the soft music emitted from the billows. What a thrill it was to me to be granted such a special privilege. As a result. I often tried to stretch a point and turn on my best behavior so she would let me try again. Grandfather was killed as a result of a load of wood tipping over on him in November 1918. He died three days later and was buried on Thanksgiving day of that year. Thus, he is not included in some of my personal memories with the home. Further memories of the old home was the rare privilege I had to get a glimpse of some of the heirlooms of the attic. I remember the old spinning wheel and loom neatly placed in a fascinating little room upstairs and how excited I was when grandma would unlock the door and I was given the very special privilege of having a look at them. They were then retired to storage. It sems only yesterday that grandma was giving me a tour guided special through this charming home and to top it off it would climax with a piece of the best chocolate layer cake I ever tasted. Is it any wonder then that I still miss grandma? Similar equipment is on display at the TerriMutorial Statehouse seum. (Cake excluded). The Reed Organ we have on exhibit is just like grandma's. It is truly a beauty and still plays, but not like some of the modern generation might suppose. For example, one young lady asked, How do you turn it on, wheres the switch? In the basement we have what we refer to as the Spinning and weaving room. It looks just like the equipment grandma used to have and represents many long hours of hard work required to produce the raw fibers of cotton (grown in St. George, Utah) wool, flax, etc. which were included in the actual manufacture of clothing for the family. The spinning wheel and loom were very essential tools in the development process of clothing. Quite different from present times, clothing. Quite different from present times, clothing even at inflated prices or wares on discount sales were not available to them. Families had to make their own or do without. These tools were just as important and commonplace then as an electric washer and dryer is now. Factory made clothing has since made spinning and weaving as it was known to the pioneers, obsolete and we can now shop for hours sifting through a limitless supply of beautiful garments of a variety of fabrics unheard of in pioneer times lest we forget how we arrived at this point it may be well to reflect occasionally the stepping stones laid by our pioneer forefathers, because who knows, a need may yet arise for a refresher course in pioneer crafts and skills. Visit the museum often and tune in on how to do it yourself when all else fails. MUST BE A MIRAGE The flood was 40 days upon the earth; and the waters increased ... and the waters prevailed and all the high hills, that were under the whole heaven, were covered. Eventually, the waters assauged; The fountains also of the deep and the windows of heaven was restrained and the waters decreased and were abated from off the face of the Thus the langround. guage of the Old Testament describes the most devastating flood in the world's history. Evidence of extensive geological turmoil and erosion due to flooding is in evidence throughout the state of Utah. Reconstructing the story is like a vast jigsaw puzzle shrouded in a veil of uncertainty. While Utah is adorned with a limited amount of lakes beautiful and streams there are none that demands more interest in retrospect than the 1 .000 feet above the pres- ent surface of the Great Salt Lake. It maintained that level forages, during which time the incessant waves of the inland sea carved out a shelf in some places 1,500 feet wide. In the desert wastelands of west Millard County, about all that is left now of Lake Bonneville is a tantalizing mirage which beckons a would be desert wanderer with its inviting aura that signals water unlimited, but lies in wait with its deceitful haunts that signal perishing from thirst may be the certain fate of one who is unable to distinguish the difference between a mirage and reality of the sustaining properties of g water. Lake Bonneville, which once included the Great Lake and Utah Lake, help us to comprehend to some degree the enormous size of this memorable lake which lashed at great Lake Bonneville the slopes of the Sugar which covered a large Loaf volcanic cone, Jack portion of western Utah, Hill, east and south of as well as a little of Neva- Oak City, and surroundda and Idaho. ing areas. Like a vanishAt its maximum it ing dream, the mighty was 145 miles wide, 364 waters of a once spectamiles long, and 1,050 feet cular body of water has deep. It is thought that been immortalized in this lake existed for about the pages of history by 25,000 years at its largest which this great epoch in size. Utah's wonderous past It got its name from a may be remembered to Captain of the U.S. Army some degree. who was in charge of a topographgovernment Many chapters are ical expedition in Utah engraved on the mountain from 1832 to 1836. Cer- slopes of the Pahvant tain findings Indicate it Valley. To those familiar was a fresh water lake. It with the telltale signs, seems almost unreal that one may be assured by a water in Utah has since convincing degree of become so limited. certainty that a large We are told that body of water, now thousands of years ago referred to as Lake Bonthe water in Lake Bonneneville, was once as real ville stood approximately as Utah Lake is now. |