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Show Two Page The Pyramid June 28, 1989 Pyramid Editorials THE VIEW FROM HERE Comments Koleen Letters to the Editor Peterson To defend freedom Dont tread on flag we must City changes Three cheers for the Red, White and Blue, our countrys symbol of the freedom we will all celebrate this July 4. Most will find themselves on our Nations birthday with their hand solemnly pressed against their hearts, tears swelling and fond memories flooding their thoughts. Few things are more sacred to the people of our United States than our revered flag. It has led countless battles, lined city streets, flown at solemn occasions, draped caskets ot honored servicemen, and even witnessed our countrys greatest space triumph when it was unfurled on th'e moon. Now our beloved flag is a victim of Supreme Court decision that gives any lunatic the right to burn or otherwise deface Old Glory as he or she sees fit. Red, White, and Blue, we spit on you, is interpreted as a form ot tree speech, an exercise of an individuals first ammendment rights guaranteed by the same Constitution that protects each of us. Sadly enough, it cannot prote-i-t ' national emblem. Utahs Veterans of Foreign Wars are drafting a fesolu-tio- n to be forwarded to its national headquarters that will register their reaction to the Supreme Court decision that interprets burning the American flag as a form of political protest. That decision, sparked by the 1984 protest of a Revolutionary Communist Youth Brigade member convicted of burning the flag during the Republican National Convention in Dallas, Tx., reversed prosecution of a state law that sentenced him to a year in prison and $2000 tine. Just for the record, for those who may not know who the Supreme Court justices are or how they voted on the 4 decision, William FI. Brennan, Thurgood Marshall, Harry A. Blackmun, Antonin Scalia, and Anthony M. Kennedy, voted to overturn the sentencing. John Paul Stevens, William H. Rehnquist, Byron R. White, and Sandra Day OConnor dissented. This flag burning license is a specter that will continue to haunt this nation like other infamous decisions that hae barred prayer from our childrens classrooms and threatened to take away the Pledge of Allegiance. This July 4th people should search their heaits tor the true meaning of liberty and peruse those decisions being made against popular consensus (over 70 percent of people randomly polled were against the ruling) and decide to do something about it. We urge you to write your congressmen, U.S. Representatives Howard C. Nielson, Jim Hansen, or Wayne Owens, or Senators Orrin Hatch, or Jake Garn. It might also be wise to talk to state lawmakers about a resolution to be to the Capitol. One of our national lawmakers, Congressmen Nielson, will be in Mt. Pleasant for a patriotic rally Sunday, July 2, along with State Rep. Ray Nielsen. Let them know you expect our Constitution to protect all that is holy, including our most revered national symbol. If it is now legal to burn the flag, what will be next? dates to turn know freedom off power MT. PLEASAN- T- The date listed for a power outage for maintenance to the Mt. Pleasant substation has been changed. According to city coordinator Vent Fisher, power will be out for about two hours from 8 to 1 0 a.m. Sunday. July 16, and two hours from 2 to 4 a.m., Monday, July 17. of the commuAbout one-thir- d affected. Those experibe will nity a power outage will include encing the.business district, the west field area and 100 South to 500 North and 100 West to 5(X) West. d 5-- tor-ward- ed Spring City man to appear in Halloween V by Kathy Jackman SPRING CIT- Y- A local man will get a piece of the action in the upcoming horror movie, Halloween V. CqciJ (Pool) Moosman, son ot Johtrand Virginia Moosman, has been working in the Magnum Pictures Studio tiansportalion depai in California. His job consists of di i ing mo ic stars, to and fiom the set, keeping vehicles in running condition, and dressing up cats to suit the movie. He might ecn be asked to drive the car w hen he dcln ei s it to the set which i what happened during a certain shot in the making of Next Tuesday many of us will Pamela Lindblom Pamela Lindblom named assistant MT. PLEASAN- T- North Sanpete High Schools summer band program will begin Friday, June 30, with a sign up from 9 to 10 a m. According to instructor Jamej Busby, the summer program will include two days of full band rehearsal and private lessons for each student during the week. The summer band will also include a jazzrock band, he said. The band will be participating in the July 4 and 24 parades. Band students will get their new MT. PLEASAN- T- Pamela B. Lindblom has been named assistant manager of Far West Bank, in Mt. Pleasant, according to H Don Norton, president and CEO of Far West Bank. uniforms and practice marching July 3, from 9 to 1 1:30 a.m. All new freshmen need to pick up their music June 30. We want each band student to march in the parades even if they are not interested in the full summer band program, Mr. Busby said. For more information see Mr. Busby June 30 at the high school Sanpete's Leading Newspaper THE PYRAMID Published Weekly at Mt. Pleasant Utah 84647 49 West Mam Street (UJS)365-580- ) Telephone: MARTIN CONOVER KOLEEN PETERSON PENNY HAMILTON LOIS BYNUM . . 462-213- 4 P ublishei Managing Editoi . . . Editor . Office Manager (in advance) $15.00 par Year 50' per copy $11.00 aer year Outside Sanpete Co CORRESPONDENTS Pleasant Hollee Anderson 4- ,"Mt. 462-313- Spring City ...462-328Kathy Jackman Moroni, Ida O Donaldson . Ftn. Green, Jessie Oldroyd Wales Fairview, Nancy Miner Snow College Mark Soderborg 0 . .436-831- 2 .445-342- 2 462-213- ' .... 427-342- 6 Send chang ot oddraw to ttw Main Slraat. Mt Plaatant. Uloh Pyramid. 49 84647 Sacond clot) potloga paid at Mt Plaaant Utah and additional mailing offlca POSTMASTER Wl Americans. Because of those freedoms this nation has endured longer than most nations of the world. But most Americans still dont know Lindblom began her financial career in 1973, in Salt Lake City. She has been with Far West Bank since the branch oft ice was opened in 1981. She began as teller and was promoted to opetalion superisor in why. Have we become so complacent and preoccupied witljqur own desires and problems that we dont understand what it means to live in a free nation ? How'can we continue to maintain our freedom when most people have never read the Constitution, dont know w here 1983. She attended public schools in Milwaukee, Wise., before moving to Salt Lake City where she received her degree from University of Utah Having been a Spring City resident for the past 10 years, Mrs. Lindblom loves country hie and enjoys hiking in the mountains. Washington DC is, or believe that Judge Joseph Wapner of televisions Peoples Court sits on the US Supreme Court? Others dont even know there is a Supreme Court or its purpose. How many know that the purpose of the third branch of' government, is to interpret the laws enacted by states and Congress in accordance with the Constitution? Halloween V Watch for Pool" drmnga police carand a Hurst in the mm ic scheduled for release this tall. 4-- H news SPRING CIT- Ymembers in child caie chose Nifty Sitteis j their dub logo. Therr first meeting was held June 19. Officers are president, Holly BJ. ThHansen; ompson; secretary, Candice Larsen; reporter, Jill Dyches; song leader, Eliabeth Parnell; pledge Leader Mandy Christensen, and treasurer Marlo.Helquixt. According to surveys most American were outraged because the Court said protestors could trample and burn the flag and not violate the First Amendment, it will now take a Consitutional Amendment, ratified by two thirds vote of the Senate and House plus 38 state legislatures to exempt the flag from desecration. Other decisions last week by the high court also outraged many 4-- H Elder Joseph Scott Bradley, son of President and Mrs. Ronald J. Bradley, of Moroni, has received a call to the Australia Brisbane LDS Mission. He will speak Sunday, July 2, at :30 a.m. in the Moroni Third LDS Ward, Moroni Stake Center. 1 1 The small metal hoop that supports a lampshade is kown as a harp. 6-- 3 decision the court Brother? The court was saying according to Justice Byron White, It is another case of burning up the house to roast the pig. It was apparently a case of the law Big, not being explicit enough. Americans who care should see that lawmakers get it right next time. Blacks and other minority groups were upset with the 4 5-- decision brought up by the Birmingham, Ala. fire fighters that they could challenge a plan giving hinng preference to blacks. Such affirmative action laws were designed to counter racial couit-approve- d discrimination in hiring practices. While the law has helped get jobs because of hiring quotas, it also disci lminated against people who were more qualified. The question that arises is, should people be hired because a racial quota must be filled orshould ihejieison best qualified get the job? While we may agree or disagree with Supreme Com t decisions, we must also lemembor that the eouit must base its decisions on its interpretation ol the Constitution and not popular opinion. And if America is to remain a free nation through the next century, the people of this country who have high goals and know the difference between right and wrong must resolve to be more informed and be willing to get involved. The right of freedom of speech and a free press is the right of all, not just the vocal minorities who are willing to challenge the laws. In parts of Europe, it was once believed good for the crops to plant chicken feathers. LOTTS OF PHOTOS President Stev en D. Bennion Remembering my seven years at Snow College As Marge and I drove home last Friday evening following the Board of Regents meetings, we reluctantly acknowledged this would be our last entry into this beautiful valley for a while. In the last seven years have probably made close to 400 round trips to Salt LakeUtah County. The entry into the valley has always been the best part of each trip and brings a feeling of peace and serenity. We will miss seeing majestic Mt. Nebo, Horseshoe, Haystack and much more on the Manti-LaSrange, and the West or Sanpitch Mountains. As marvelous as scenery is, we will miss even more the friendly and wonderful peopleofSanpete Valley and Central Utah. It has beena joy to associate with you, to w8(k with you in college, community, government, church, school, service clubs, and the list goes on. It doesnt take long to feel at home in Sanpete. And no matter where we go we will always feel this is our home! There are so many memories that are treasured. Cook-out- s mi gorgeous mountain settings, the distinct beauty of each of the four seasons, the classic older houses and barns that are part of jjie rich Mormon settlement-b- y far the best remnant of the 19th century pioneer settlement in Utah. The unique character and personality-oeach city and town has its own special charm. The view of the marvelous Manti Temple, at night or day, is inspiring. Yes, this valley in the Heart of Utah is a wonderful place to live. The special feelings and remarkable people must be part of the reason why the Sanpete roots are so strong. Many who have lived here or were reared here long to return. People from other parts of Utah often comment on the extraordinary loyalty Sanpeters have to their roots. Agricultural memories of tilling the soil and caring for animalsbirds, natures own wonders, a majestic Temple, a remarkable college-a- ll of these plus to make this a great place to strong family ties and friends-comb- ine 1 al f Debra C. McKay recently graduated Magna Cum Laudc from Utah State University with a major in accounting. Debra is the daughter of Vcm and Carol Chadwick, Manti and the wife of John A. McKay, formerly of ML Pleasant The couple have a daughter. Attending the commencement were Debras parents and family and Charles, Elna and Molly McKay, Mt. Pleasant Given this remarkable setting, it is no wonder that people in and from Sanpete have been leaders m agriculture, education, the arts, business, the professions; trades, religion and more. With Sanpetes scattered population in more than a dozen towns, it challenges all to work together to complement each other-uniti- ng on combined projects while providing mutual support to each community in its specialized projects. If outside business interests knew of the work ethic in this valley and the quality of life, Sanpete would be overcome with requests from outside companies and organizations to lodhte here.f We express our profound appreciation for your support of Snow College and ask that you continue this gracious support Working together as communities, schools, and college, Sanpete Valley surely has a bright future. Because of our association with the choice people here, we will always be strong advocates of not only Snow College, but Sanpete Valley and Central Utah. Your friendship, support and generosity will always be trusted. Utah Mt. Pleasant, NOW OPEN For your film developing needs 48 W. Main - 462-263- 0 M-- S 10 pm am-- 6 & MINI MART JONS TEXACO 100 North State - Mt. Pleasant One-Yea- r 69 Reg. 2. Anniversary Specials FRITO LAY DORITO CHIPS CUBED BAG ICE Reg. ICE TICKLE FROZEN PEPSI WAGON awe-inspiri- live. SUBSCRIPTION RATES Constitution and Bill of Rights hich guarantees freedom to all w Mrs. News & Views h before the colonists finally gained the victory. The flag we salute as it goes by July Fourth is a symbol of the freedoms gained then and when the states finally ratified the at Far West Bank Summer band program begins attend parades and other events marking the 213th year since our founding fathers signed the Declaration of Independence which stated the young, struggling group of states would from that point be independent of British rule. That event started the Revolutionary War which cost many lives and divided many people people. In a disconnected a ban aimed at prcventingchildren from listening to sexually explicit phone messages saying the law was so broad that it had the unconstitutional effect of reducing the adult population to the standards of what is fit for children. While most Americans agree that porn, whether in movies, magazines or on the phone is sick and dangerous, how much interference do we want from 219 50 75 5 Reg i5 30 FRIDAY-JUN- E SATURDAY, JULY 1 HOT DOG & DRINK -- c6 7O w w.M.io w zv vuuiy ivi men support me past year we are Ing forward to many more years in the community of Mt. Pleasant and the continued friendships we have. Stop by and let us thank you in person. Sincerely from all of ua at Jons Texaco THANKS! I |