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Show 2 Pag Thursday, January Messenger-Enterpris- e Letters to the Editor J.:c" from our rc it.ruus tUirt V Ttt, Li::es nust "s lo Kt'n!S rv s lit ' rretstJ greJ m ,yr ryr 0 fKurt op,rons Monument was newsworthy -- v :i',se ; or r-- ?r r J the sL Shouldn't restnct property rights 7 o the Editor. am writing in response to the recent public hearing and subsequent city council meeting in Mann wish to express sincere thanks to those council members I 1 whose hearts were softened em ugh to real!;, hear those of us who have s' me objections to the pr p s.-- v.:!;. romances. I'm grate!..! t..at they were willing to end t..e e.eit.ug w u! a decision made on the matters on being and I tee! it was a wise decision : allow mere t.rr.e for further ing vestigation and greater in these proposed ordi- ! under--.tandir.- LaT.vC As Eve at in these public plan-- i rig meetings. Eve watched as citizens have p. ured e ut their s. uls in expressing their heartfelt h u is desires and c p n n s w Ive do the we If right prob' s lems e p r.dered these isth .ght came sues my mind t! been that ere have d'.i.iw two th'rgs wh.d. bring aki ut the d 'Wi.t.i'l t : a people I h we twu ti.i'igs me pride and class Jistinc-i- i s I've p.ir....pated in these r.eetircs. I've sect muJi pride and I've seen a division of the pe pie -- eaJ.gr up titiuhirg that their w.iy is the best D we as citizens of Manti have t' cause a Jam, n among urselv os ue-- a .'C 'ine ot us I. he -- hearings and other council or ; ; i t'-- i animals and some do net? After approximate!) a century and a half of animals placing a large role in the community, do we now have to adopt laws and ordinances which will make it near!) impossible to continue a lifestyle which has been a part of the community since its beginning'1 What are the real reasons for the proposed changes? Is it tecause some neighbors complain of improper care, or so that cur city can hav e a "better" appearance, or because it's the "current trend in municipalities." or so that we can better qualify for government grants? In mv opinion, none of these reasons is great enough to place such restrictions on our property rights, or to give up such an important part of our heritage. None of these reasons is great enough to pit neighbor against neighbor? I can agree that some change may be appropriate, but I feel that very minimal changes can bring about some degree of satisfaction for w ithout the ev ery one concerned w i;h heavy that comes oppression - regulation. Once again. I give thanks to those who saw ft to postpone any decision regarding this matter. I believe there is far more at stake than we realize Lisa C'armody Manti ' i WEATHER fzr the Marti area Reported by Lee J. Anderson To the Editor: The Manti Messenger of Jan. 1, 1998 highlighted the important news stories that occurred during 1997. We should be extremely proud of the workmanship in this monument by Jerry Anderson, a noted sculptor. Jerry said that he felt the spirit of inspiration as he worked on it. and he was pleased with the outcome. compliment Mr. Call for preparing this fine article and I realize that many worthwhile happenJerry Anderson grew up in ings could not be included, but I Manti and graduated from Manti feel that one outstanding event High School and is pleased to make a contribution to his home w as ov erlooked or misunderstood. On June 28. 1997, the 'invit- town. He is recognized as an outation To Sanpete" monument was standing artist and has been acdedicated at 400 North Main claimed from coast to coast. Much Street in Manti. before a large of his work is displayed in Cedar gathering of citizens. City and St. George. Statue work is very costly and Asa new comer to Manti. I am these three lifesize bronze figures happy to see this monument in the were no exception. It was placed north entrance of the city, jut unwith love and sacrifice from do- der our I feel that it is a temple. nors to honor pioneers in Utah. magnificent addition. A picture of this monument is Lorene Blatter on page 3 of the Nov ember issue Manti f the Ensiun. I 1 -- Ephraim Senior Citizens Calendar JANUARY 1998 Congregate meals every Tuesday through Friday at the Snow College Cafeteria. Please call Delila before 9:30 a m. to make or Leon reservations (283-438- ). ). ). or Grace is available to Transportation go to congregate meals, to monthly dinners, or any other special event. Call Leon. (283-6310- (283-4663- Ephraim Shopping Service Every Wednesday - Jan". 14.21. 28. Call Leon before noon. Decembers Special Senior: This month our spotlight is on Flora Willardson. Flora is a person that you like to be around. She is quiet and unassuming. She is a good listener and sympathetic to the needs of others and does w hat she can for those in need. She is always willing (at the last minute) to make soup and bring to our Soup Bread monthly get- - seat on the van. Jan. 20: Blood Pressure Clinic at :30 p.m. Bingo at 2:30 p m. Soup and Bread 4 p.m. Call Tessie ). Jan 22: Board meeting for board members 10 am. in the Board room. Jan 26: Serv ice trip to Orem. Van leaves at 9 a m. Suggested donation S3. 00. Call Helen for a (283-5920- ride. Happy one! New S ear to Every- 1 1 Happy Birthday to all seniors born in January. Capricorn is your sign (12-2- 2 20). She must have been the originator of the remark. I'm not getting older. I'm getting better." She keeps for the top. hen her are is her reward achieved, goals success of sol id achievement. She isn't a snob, but enjoys quiet dignity of a traditional way of life. A big thanks to the Rotary Club for a fun and enjoyable 1 headed evening. Trivia 8, 1998 . . . Webster's definition- tm-- aor inessential matte's, tfat wivch comes from the st'eet. of lae importance or s.gn.carce. tr. rg, erd rary. commonpace Eerhs denidon tnv.a hogwash t.'y de.nitjon: tr.-.- a ta'oerdasn. but a lot ot fun. Bv Max Call their As is usual we notify subscribers to our paper when current subscription will expire. In response, our readers generally send us a check. Quite often they will make a comment, about the paper or whatever their minds. Last week, one of our loyal reaJers. Lloyd Scow of Ephraim, sent us his check, and also enclosed the following: Taxed to the Hilt In replv to vour request tor payment. I wish to inform you that the present condition of my bank account makes it almost they have on impossible. federal law s. state My shattered financial condition is due to mother-in-laws. laws, tovvn laws, brother-in-laand other outlaws. Through these laws. I am compelled to pay income tax, state tax. tobacco tax. liquor tax. car tax. road tax. inheritance tax, and hidden taxes. I am required to have a business license, car license, operators license, truck license, trailer license, hunting license, fishing license, dog license, not to mention a marriage license. I am also required to contribute to ev ery society and organization which the genius of man is capable ot thinking of: United Fund. Cancer Fund. Heart Fund. Community Chest. Salvation Army. Red Cross, campaign funds, church funds, mission funds, as w ell as funds for w ayw ard homes for w ay w ard hoy s and girls. For my safety I am required to carry life insurance, health sister-in-law- s, s, insurance, liability insurance, fire insurance, ear insurance, property and accident insurance, old age insurance, and unemployment insurance. My business is so governed that it is no easy matter to find out who really owns it. I am inspected, expected, suspected, informed, redisrespected, rejected, examined, I quired. summoned, commanded and compelled until provide an exhaustible amount of money for every known need, desire, or hope of the human race. I can tell you honestly that, except for a miracle that hapI could not enclose this check for my subscription. pened today. The wolf that came to my door just had pups in my kitchen. I sold the pups and here is your damned money? An average U.S. Citizen Lloyd Scow Ephraim Ed Note: Dear Lloyd -- Thanks lory our check, and foryour kind explanation of your predicament. After reading about your problems. I even considered not depositing your cheek. But after just a moment, I decided to accept your check .. . because Im in even worse shape than you! - Quiz yourself each day did vou achieve somethinsi eood? Jan. 13: Serv ice trip to Richfield. Leave at 10 am. Call Junior Templar Wrestling for ages 4 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Monday, January 12th County Exhibit Building sign-up- s 5-1- - (east of the High School) Ephraim, Manti, and Sterling youth are invited to participate! The cost will be $45 and will Suggested donation S3.00. Buy or bring your own lunch. Jan. 15: Monthly dinner at 6 p.m. Kathy Ericksen from the Organization will be there Helen(2S3-4!35- ). Six-Coun- to talk about Health Insurance Program (HIP). Call Delila ifyou plan to be there. Suggested donation 53.00. Jan. 19: A fun trip to St. George for lunch and then parts unknown. Van leaves the Center at 7:30 a.m. Suggested donation 5 55.00. Call Helen fora 283-413- include and wrestling a singlet. $15 will be refunded at the end of the season upon return of the singlet. Practices Shop at Home will be held twice weekly. THEMANTI THE I'SPSs LSPS 1 VI ESSENGER 3284-000- 0 EPHRAIM Enterprise 1777-200- 0 Published each Thursday for 50c each. 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