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Show Page 2 Thursday, September 12, 1996 Messenger-Enterpris- e Preserve citys beauty Think of others To the Editor: I wonder if people have forwhat they read and the gotten questions they had to answer when they got their drivers license. I work in Mt. Pleasant and was headed home to Manti last Friday, early evening, when saw lights flashing in the distance. kept driving until could see that the vehicle with the flashing lights 1 1 1 was indeed coming my way. pulled to the side of the road and stopped, fhe car behind me did 1 also but others behind kept driving as well as others headed the same direction as the ambulance. The ambulance driver was having a very difficult time getting around the traffic. There was a motor home ahead of the ambulance and he did not pull over. The ambulance finally was able to go around the motor home and speed on its way. I later learned that the young man in the ambulance had to be air flighted to a hospital in Provo. This is not the first time something like this has happened. It has happened quite a few times and am amazed at what inconsiderate drivers we have become. Such blatant disregard for the rules of the road and the endangered life of another. We all need to start thinking about the person in the other car, and the one in trouble riding in an ambulance, or the person that 1 needs the police immediately. Lives, ours and our loved ones depend on it. 1 Jacque Mounteer Manti Watch out for progress To the Editor: Change and progress sur- prised me this summer. Although I was told by the powers that be that I had been informed of im- pending changes and improvements" in various ways - letters never received, or so general in nature the issues concerning me were hidden from my view; announcements in the local paper, buried on the back page, so I never paid attention; town meetings held in private, with those attending cheering the already decided outcomes - my vote not cast, due to my absence. And so progress caught me sleeping contentedly satisfied with nn old ditch, its trickle of cool mountain water pleasing me, and happily enjoying the breeze from my old trees shading the fiont yard. Progress announced its presence abruptly. I he machine tore up the road in front of the house. Surveyors measured the corners and the ditches; they readied the area for the cement curb and gutter. Red flags were placed on trees and fence posts. Council-me- n called and informed me that the trees would have to go. Rubbing my sleepy eves, I readied myself to oppose their declaration, although I was not sure how to do it. I then began to realize how many things had already disaproad-choppi- peared. One old home after another has met the wrecking ball. Even churches are not exempt. Now in place of each remains a acant lot, a parking lot. or perhaps a multifamily dwelling. Ninety-year-ol- d trees have fallen to the chain saw. Soda fountains and candy stores are replaced by super stores and fast food shops. The town is stretching into the mountains; sagebrush and rocks are replaced by curb and gutter and asphalt. Names are changing and the popu THE ANTI M; USPS 3284-000- lation is growing. Old names and stories are dying. Who would know Pencil Pete or Pantsmaker? Ephraim is losing its local color. Slowly its uniqueness is disappearing. Fully awake now, I realize we cant let progress just happen. Citizens need to be knowledgeable of projected change and willing to become involved. It becomes the duty of the councilmen and those elected to guide and communicate vv ith the people. Each person, organization, group or business should be directly informed of future change and possible dev elop-menand its effect on each. They need to be allowed to express their views, whether opposing or not. Each should be given a v oice. Important town meetings and decits sions should be announced on the front page of the newspaper. Direct contacts should be made - not form letters - for those issues that directly effect an individual party or group. Contacts need to be made on a personal basis - face to face. The townspeople should be educated and actually listened to. before voting on major issues. It seems only evident that when progress comes, the people should be happy and contented vv ith it. not angry and dissatisfied. Grow and prosper Ephraim, but don't get caught sleeping and lose your valuable heritage. Don't let change and progress destroy the beauty of the small town atmosphere that all of you have worked so hard to build. (Besides, now live in a big city' and it is good to know there is a small town, devoid of freeways, 1 asphalt and concrete buildings, where I can seek refuge. A little shade still have my trees - and an occasional passing sheep herd -- 1 are nice, too.) Laura McGravv Ephraim THE USPS 1777-200- 0 Published each Thursday for 50c each, $16.00 a year inside Sanpete County and $19.00 outside Sanpete County, by Messenger-Enterpris- e Inc., 35 S. Main, Manti, Utah 84642. Periodicals Postage Paid at Manti, Utah. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to: Inc. 35 S. Main, Manti UT 84642 Messenger-Enterpris- e surrounding the Noyes ity 1 Max Call David Call' Tricia Call General Manager Sales Representative Manti City Reporter Karen Buchanan Ephraim City Reporter Manti High School Sports Lynn Schiffman Greg Dettinger Webster's definition: trivia : Insignificant or inessential matters, that which comes from the street, of little importance or significance, trifling, ordinary, commonplace. Beth's definition: trivia: hogwash. My definition: trivia: balderdash, but a lot of fun. ing. It is my strong belief that those who have the responsibility of trimming trees should have proper training in this area so that when the job is finished the trees will still resemble trees. This should pertain not only to college personnel, but to city personnel as well. I admit that it is necessary to make changes from time to time in order to accommodate power lines, but this could be done in an orderly manner. As a former employee of Ephraim City, and also a former City Council member, I found that in many cases it was not necessary to severely trim trees or remove them. They can be pruned in a careful way without destroying them for years to come. e As an citizen, I am very much interested in our little tow n. I have embraced Ephraim as my home and Im so thankful for the privilege of living here. There is no place on earth that I would rather be. For this reason I am appealing to all citizens to make every attempt to preserve the beauty of our town. old-tim- Evaluate our actions To the Editor: I would like to voice concern overall incident I witnessed during the Mun'i and Gunnison football game, saw a Manti player pointing at his neck and running toward his sideline. Just as lie reached the sideline he fell to the ground. The coaches of Manti bent over him and immediately motioned to the EM fs to come help. I watched very intensely to determine the seriousness of the player's injury; it appeared as if one of the EM Es was asking one of the coaches a question. He mov ed ov er and was leaning ov cr the other EM F. That's when it occurred to me there was a problem with the IMF and one of the Manti coaches. The EM f raised up from leaning ov er the play er so fast that he hit into the coach and it seemed as though the EMT almost fell onto the inj tiled player. The coach held onto the EMT trying to maintain both of their balance. I was alarmed to see the EM T start yelling and pointing at the Manti coach. It appeared at that time the interest in the injured player was not the primary concern of the EM E. The concern I have is: you could see that this player was seriously hurt and needed to be administered to immediately. The player was lying directly on the edge of the sidelines, the line of scrimmage was almost directly in line with the injured player. The officials never checked on the status of the player before they re don't know who made the officials aware of the timed play. I potential disaster but after many minutes they finally stopped play until the player could be moved to safety. When I saw policemen talk- ing to the coach that kept the EMT from falling onto the injured player, it only added to what I call a bad situation. It appeared he had a problem with the coach and wanted a statement or for him to do paperwork of some kind. I found out later that the EMT had filed a complaint against the Manti coach. This is a typical demonstration of power, ego, and the lack of handling pressure in a crisis situation. The interest of the injured play er was never the first concern of the EMT or of the officials of the game, reasons mentioned above. I don't know what the coach could have said to have the EMT lose it to the point that he forgot his purpose of being there. Please let all those who read this learn from our mistakes, let our foolish pride and egos never get in the way of helping someone ... especially when they are hurt, afraid, and that you could be the last human to give kindness, understanding and hope. I implore these people to evaluate their actions. Concerned bystander Ebb McCoy Nephi by Max E. Call I As I sit down to write this column I am completely relaxed. in 1994. made Beth am enjoying a large glass of the grape juice At my daughters home in Salt Lake they have a wonderful crop of grapes in their back yard. Judy said we could have the grapes if we would pick them and put up the juice. Beth did just that its delicious. and The last bottle I opened, however, had a kind of tingy (differhad been broken. I just ent) taste. I didnt check to see if the seal this column. brought it to the office to enjoy while Im writing it t affec my won sure Im different Even though it tastes the end of at a take long swig writing the column. I decided to and thats what Im doing. each paragraph where I of most As you know, I work in the Manti Temple, I should talk mor about perform marriages. Ive decided that them to drink temprance when I marry people. Ill encourage just grape juse. I seem to be getting more relaxed each paragraph. This mae turn out to be good colum after all Im glad that relaxation doesnt affec my typin one bat (I mean betxxxbit.)) Pardn me, while I refill my glas. It seems to get better as i go along, but it doesnt seem to hav any affect on me. Weve had so many tematoes in our grden that weve had to I lunch seems to giv some away. Just as well.... the one et for 111 more gape with some it delute have made me a bit dizy? So jjuic.. I mean grapjuic). Its been dammed hot here lately (oopps, when i eat tomatos and as you all no I sware it takes away my sence of occasionally. Just overluk it. When beth reeds this columm she will probly want to rite her own versian. She probly wont think it is newsy enuf. But let it, let her. Ha! Ha! Thatll show if she wants to her have did it herself in the shoulld her for making me rite. She first place. i Anyway Im tired of news, all week long all get is news, none of it is anygood anyway. 85 maybe 95 of it goes wich Ill sure be glad of vvstbasket into the anyhow. Specking this busnes, then he will hav when Davd takes over the rains of to empty the garbage insted of me. Then hell learn what its lik to have to ramrod (I like that wrd) the business. self-resp- re-ri- te (I had to hide the grape juice because Trish just came in and to give her any.) I just read that last sentens and I think I missspeled a word, but I dont know wich one. Thats abot all for now. grap juis is all gone and I gonna go home and watch tv. I hope stavvr trecck is on. Mom and I usully watch that show. We have to choos betwen that and wild kinglydom wich we also lik alot. Goodbye, everybody, until we meete agen, this is yur deer old friendly curmugon, with all my luv. (Post Scrip) Next year I mite have enogh grape juis for all of you. Boy, wuldnt that be a partee??? I dont want Not so trivial: NATIONAL NEWSPAPER ASSOCIATION If you drink, dont drive By The Natasha Madsen and Connie 7 school year at Manti High School had a smooth beginning. Most of the students were able to register for the classes 1 996-199- they selected. However, those signing in late found many classes filled. Attending early registration proved advantageous for the students. Parents and students need to note several dates. The ACT Test will be given at Manti High School on Thursday, Oct. 24 at 8 a.m. Registration must be mailed by September 27 for the $ 1 9 fee, or a late fee of $39, if it is mailed by October . The Merit Test will be given to junior students on October 15. 1 1 To the Editor: In May 1993 this newspaper reported that I was arrested for possession of marijuana vv ith intent to distribute. This charge was not true. The Quad County Strike Force press release was totally false. I was arrested for possession At a suppression hearing in Nephi the charges were dismissed. Highway Patrolman Douglas incorrect information. I filed a civil suit and, under oath, information came forth that suggested that Quad County Strike Force members had committed perjury, tampered with evidence, committed extortion, tampered with a witness. - or write! MHS Counselors Corner There is an $8.50 fee and it is great practice for the ACT Test. Plus it opens many doors for scholarships for the college bound student. Also the ASVAS test will be ask our Sheriff and County Attorney why such felonious criminal behavior shouldnt Lets vV be prosecuted. Good given to all junior students October 1. This is an interestability test that highlights individual career paths for each student. Information will be shared with students and parents during the individual SEOP conference. Scholarships are arriving daily. The Veterans of Foreign Wars sponsors The Voice of Democracy contest. This essay competition is presented viz audio tape and is due November 1 . Also the Coca Cola scholarship applications have arrived. Senior students need to file their application by October 3 1 . All interested students may apply. The DAR have sent their scholarship file and it covers both high school and college student awards. Please contact our office for more information. It is good to be back! More next week. cl Kiaple Apa,flJj Miller testified under oath that officer John Cox had given him James Allen Completely Electric A 1 Bedroom Units Elderly Apartments MEMBER IP? . . . Build- of spraying all of the trees bordering Center Street, and also on the Snow College campus so that the scale disease wouldn't kill the trees. I Hilmer Peterson am distressed that this disease is Ephraim the responsibility of marijuana. Max and Beth Call Publishers Editor years it had taken to grow such fine trees and how, in such a short time, they had been "butchered.' During all of the years I was employed at Snow College, I took Trivia now prevalent among the trees on Snows campus. If this continues vv ithout proper attention, the trees will be lost. Action should be taken immediately to prevent the destruction of the peace and seren- Not guilty as charged EPHRAIM Enterprise 0 To the Editor: As a tesident of Ephraim for over 70 years. I have always appreciated the beauty of our city. One of the major reasons contributing to the attractiveness of our city, I believe, is the abundance of beautiful trees. Many of these trees that we have enjoyed for so many years were planted by our early settlers: in tact, some of the pioneers brought sapplings from the old country to plant in their new home in America. Needless to say, then, I was appalled as I drove up Center Street and saw the condition of the trees which had been standing there for so many years. What I believe had been one of the most beautiful streets in Sanpete now shocked me as I observed that these trees lining the street had been severely "veed" out to accommodate one power line. The branches stood out in a grotesque manner with no symmetrical balance. was greatly saddened by this sight, realizing how many PROVD MEMBER OF 45 East 100 North Bend your knees and let your legs do the work. They are most likely stronger than your back. Ephraim, Utah 84627 VINTON AND MARJORIE STEINER, managers Apt. 30 283-636- 3 |