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Show One of the bottles contained ammonia and the other had chlorine in it. When the bottles EPHRAIM- - The were compacted, the chemicals store in Ephraim was evacuated about 7:50 p.m., July 28, mixed, causing toxic fumes to when two chemical cleaners come out of the compactor, were improperly disposed of in which can only be accessed from inside the building. a trash compactor. Benton Petersen THE PYRAMID rt Bennett speaks at Snow continued from page 4 elves, by cutting capital ains tax rates. This would, e believes, increase our revenues significantly. As far as his support of opening the borders by way of free trade, Bennett was firm. The senator agreed that this is a "hot button issue," but made clear that in his estimation it benefits the United States more than any other country. Although NAFTA has been of some benefit to Mexico and Canada, it hasn't been as high as those countries had hoped, because we are the ones reaping the highest gains. Foreign companies are coming here to manufacture; we are selling more labor and goods overseas, and we are now more competitive in the global market, all of which Bennett sees as positive for our economy. Other questions addressed issues such as the No Child Left Behind act, Wilderness Land designations, prescription drug costs, ana several local concerns. Briefly, some of Senator's Bennetts responses were: -Although he was one of the senators who vote for the initial No Child Left Behind proposal, once it had passed and congress through it to the bore floor, brougnt "the heavy hand of the federal government," and he no longer supported it. It espe- cially does not work well in Utah, and if both he and Bush Bennett are promised to make it an issue ne would address with the President. -Sanpete County has been legally proven entitled to the d, water from the Gooseberry Narrows Project, and Bennett plans to work out some sort of deal with the concerned agencies to make this happen, at least to some degree. -Regime changes need to be made to protect our 5 evacuated Ephraim Wal-Ma- rt Wal-Ma- PYRAMID THE Thursday, August 5, 2004, 2004 be aware they are undercutting our own economy by buying their drugs from Canada or from the web. Demand will eventually drive these costs up to match the United States, anyway, so he recommends that people buy from their local pharmacies as much as possible. In answer to continued questions about free trade and how it hurts the local businessman, Bennett compared the farming industry of one hundred years ago to Upon investigating, emp ees Mike Anderson and Bill Davis were exposed to the vapors and subsequently transported to the hospital to be checked out. They were treated for respiratory problems and released. Police said that the store was evacuated for the safety of customers and employees. There were no other injuries reported at this time. Toxic fumes were removed from the building through its ventilation system and within a few hours, the store was reopened. Hazardous material crews, including Manti Fire Department; Fairview Hazmat; Sterling Fire Department; Sanpete County Hazmat; Manti and Ephraim ambulances as well as aU surrounding police agencies were called in to help with the evacuation and barricading the store. No damage to the building or now. Fast moving technolog- products was reported. ical advances have made the is looking into who inadold farming practices almost vertently placed the chemicals obsolete, and he asked the into the compactor at the same audience if they would like to time. go back to those times. Some people nodded their heads, so he went on to describe why Wal-Mais now the nation's biggest company. They buy their products from all over the world, at the cheapest possible prices, which is why they can sell to us at such low costs. The senator finished his arWal-Ma- rt NSHS advises students and parents on dress code rt gument by stating that we would not want the kind of stagnation Europe is now experiencing, who is not creating any new jobs and are having difficulty getting US goods into their countries. In the United States in this past year, Bennett stated that one million new jobs had been created, and the economy is getting stronger, in part because of free trade. The federal government is not like a family sitting around the kitchen table, trying to figure out the month's budget, he said. People seem to feel that if we can tighten up our own belts to balance the family budget, the government should do the same. Senator Bennett pointed out that this is not how it works, that government is more like a business It can raise prices, cut overheard or increase sales. Bennett believes in increasing sales, by growing the economy; by tax cuts that will eventually strengthen the economy, bringing money back into the system. He recommends spending cuts to farm subsidies, the restructuring of Medicare and to some entitlement programs. When one resident asked if we couldn't outsource Congress, the senator brought the evening's town meeting to a close. forests for recreation and habitation; to change the processes now required by the Environmental Protection Agency, and to lessen the amount of wilderness designations, all of which the senator said he plans to work on. He said Bush's Healthy Forest Initiative should be supported. The costs of prescription drugs and the resulting trips to Canada for senior citizens to afford them was explained by the senator. He said that Water for sale drug creation follows three steps. These are for well permits federal research, "pure research," which is then stud462-214- 1 ied further by the American train who University system, people to do specific research. Then, private companies turn that research into products. The cost of developing one drug that actually works, according to Bennett, is roughand up to $900 ly $ million for ones that don't work. There is a higher demand due to higher population in the United States than in Canada, so drug companies gain more by producing less, and this is why they are now cheaper for our citizens to buy in Canada. However, people are now turning towards the internet to order their drugs. The for FDA says there is no guarantee that the drug you order is American-mad- e or that it contains the dosage you need. For safety concerns, the FDA is saying no to this KV "reimportation" practice, and tf'i Bennett feels people should MT. PLEASAN- Another T- great school year is about to begin at North Sanpete High School. The school administration would like to remind all parents and students about certain areas of the dress code. A complete dress code is available in the 2004-0student planner. Specific areas of the dress code that in the past years have caused concern to students, faculty and parents that will be addressed are immodest dress and length of shorts. The dress code states, Immodest dress is not permissible. Immodest dress is defined as exposed undergarments, tank tops, thermal underwear, sheer or blouses and clothing worn so tight or loose it is revealing. Also, shirts and blouses, which leave the midriff exposed are not allowed. There have been problems with shirts or blouses that leave the midriff exposed. Be aware, this is against the dress code and will be addressed with students on an individual basis. Shorts and short skirts must be long enough to come within six inches of the floor when in a kneeling position. This concern plus any other violation will be addressed with each student. Parents must realize, an in- - Addie Anderson, Spring City was the grand prize winner of a CD and cassette player in a drawing held at the Mt. Pleasant Public Library reading celebration. She is pictured with Mark Fulham, master puppeteer and friends. Pulham performed with his friends to the delight of 150 attendees. MP library celebrates summer reading program MT. PLEASAN- T- The Mt. Pleasant Public Library celebrated the end of summer reading program this past week in grand style. d puppeteer Mark Pulham entertained and enthralled a crowd of over 150 with his amazing puppetry skills, great wit and amusing voices. A drawing was held at the end of the show for the summer reading prize. This years prize was a CD and cassette player with three award-winnin- g childrens books on tape. Addie Anderson, Spring City, was the grand prize winner. Multi-talente- moving the childrens library downstairs. Story hour will resume for children ages up to sue years on Wednesday, Sept. 1, at 11 a.m., in the new childrens library. creased vigilance will be made pline will be given to the student during the school year to make indicating that the student will be sure students abide by the school suspended from school if there is another violation of the school policy. Consequences for failure to dress code. The student will be asked to comply with the dress code include: First offense; the student will be asked to change into something appropriate or call to have a parent or guardian bring something appropriate for the student to wear. A letter and a copy of the school dress policy will be given to the student to review with his or her parent or guardian. The students will be asked to sign the letter, have a parent or guardian sign it and return it to the office and a copy will be placed in the student's have a parent or guardian sign the letter and return it to the office and a copy will be placed in the student's file. Third offense; the student will be suspended from school for two for insubordination. A par- ent conference will be requested in order for the student to return 1; 5-- 3; Slackers, 14-1- 3; Johansens Black Sheep beat Burrs, 21-Sanpete Slackers defeated San-daand Pete SteelBlitzz, 12-Burrs over Cut List, James Nielsen Construction beat Salt Creek Lounge, 21-Dimmicks defeated Tucker, 27-8; 6; 18-1- 6. over Sanpete SteelBlitzz, 20-- and Thompson Construction defeated Dovey, Sheps 2; 19-- Second offense; a letter of disci NSHS Golf Tryouts: Any student interested in playing golf, please call Coach Scott Butler at 427-375- 7 or Coach Jim Ericksen at 427-3445. Practice begins Monday, August 9 at the high school at 9:00 a.m. inm Inside of Gunnison Thriftway 5i0 South Main fMWEj d file. held August 9th - 13th Licensed MT. PLEASAN- T- In'co-esoftball action this week, it was Mt. Pleasant defeating Mikkle-se- n Allreds Construction, 22-2beat Thompson Construction, Wool City over Sanpete 9; suspension from school until a meeting is held with the student, parents or guardian and district Grand Opening will be and Insured Coedsof 8; to school. Fourth offense; life-savi- V: Other prizes included radios, CD holders, books, tapes and meals, all donated by local merchants. The library appreciates all the readers, parents and merchants responsible for making this summer reading program the best yet. The library will not hold their weekly story hour during the month of August as they are Gunnison, UT , Hours Monday Friday 11 :00 A.M.- - 6:00 P.M. -- 1 o Saturday 1:00 P.H A.M.-2:0- as 0 Member NCUA Musi be e ig:b!e for membership. sS s Vy f |