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Show Messenger-Enterpris- Drunk drivers still killing While recent statistics show driving campaigns have been successful across the nation, fatal crashes involving drinking drivers under 21 continue to soar. Drunk driving is the number one killer of men and women in their teens and twenties - killing one person every 23 minutes. People between the ages of 18 and 25 make up fewer than 20 percent of the total number anti-drun- k . of drivers, but are responsible for more than 32 percent of all accidents. When alcohol is added to the picture, there is a much higher potential for a tragic accident Overall, alcohol still accounts for an enormous number of highway fatalities across the country. In 1989, alcohol-relate- d accidents killed 22,400 people nearly half of all roadway fatalities. Among the more than e, Thursday, December 20, 1990 4,200 drivers age 15 to 20 who were killed last year, 40 percent had been drinking, despite laws in all 50 states setting the legal drinking age at 21. As a result, many advocacy groups and state and local agencies have responded by developing innovative programs. person in your group who wont be drinking and can drive everyone home safely. State legislatures have enacted some of the toughest drunk driving laws ever seen Remember that remedies like black coffee, fresh air, cold showers and exercise will not sober you up. Drive defensively and be aware of the drunk drivers on the road. Western Insurance Information Service offers the following reminders as the holiday season approaches. Take turns selecting one Know this holy holiday bring you peace, harmony . giving thanks to all our employees, medical staff, KiAKifSrj County residents . May this holiday reason find you happy and icell. Ttdijb Sanpete Valley Hospital Jay Jones Ephraim 283-412- 7 The key to our success is our fine patrons. There is a no more fitting way to extend our gratitude than with a simple and sincere "thanks!1 n for a Christmas From the Snappy Service gang at Snappy Service in Ephraim, We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas! & 'Z I S v v If- - -- t f' " CHRISTIANSENS Serving Your Grocery Needs FURNITURE & HARDWARE CO. 41 S. Main, Ephraim Thanks to everyone for making my second year as manager so enjoyable and rewarding! Phone:283-416- A 1 For 20 Years! Hal Jensen limit. If youre too drunk to drive, spend the night if possible, or call a cab or a friend for a ride. the Spirit of board members, and Sanpete your Remember, it doesnt take much to affect your driving ability. 'WTrn and joy. We join in Page B5 |