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Show March 6, 1 978, Page SUN CHRONICLE. 1 1 3 Utah boasts best child abuse laws, says official Utah has the best child abuse statutes was so narrowly defined that often we had difficulty prosecuting or pinpointing responsibility. Child abuse and neglect are now defined as or harm causing threatened harm to a childs health and welfare. The statutory changes broaden the realm of responsibility for child abuse to include anyone who causes physical or mental injury, sexual abuse, sexual the in country, a Utah Department official said. According to Shirley Cox, Division of Family Services Assistant Director for Youth Services, changes made in Utahs child abuse laws by the Legislature provide for wide latitude in protecting childrens rights. In the past, child abuse of Social Services exploitation or repeated negligent treatment or maltreatment. Cox noted that the change Pack 365 holds derby is a includes Roy. boyfriends, girlfriends, Nineteen cars were entered m the racing event Awards for best design went to Shaun Odekirk, best paint job to Eric Neyts, and Bobbie Sarlo's car was judged most unique The race ended in a four-watie for first place, but after a run-of- f race, Randy Tavlors car took the honors of first Uric Neyts' that anyone, whether they aie related to the youngster or not, can be held responsible if they abuse or neglect a child. It March 10 was the annual Pine Derby for Pack 365 of place. big step forward because means it teachers, grandparents, other children or young adults or even brothers and sisters. The revised law also helps the evaluation of potential abuse cases. In the past, Cox explained, parents could hop from doctor to doctor. They could also refuse care for a child if they desired. The law now says that a physician or hospital can hold a child for up to 72 hours if child abuse or neglect is suspected. They in was second, Lane Larsen third, and Bobbie Sarlo fourth. The Pine Derby is one of the biggest and most exciting events held by the scouts each year. The boys may also order without the parents permission. The 72 hours, she continued, allows time to investigate the case to determine what really has or Police occurred. protective service workers can be called into the case during the period to evaluate it. The law also provides for the establishment of a new central registry on child abuse. The computerized system will keep a listing of all valid child abuse and neglect reports. It should be operational by July 1, 1978. If a physician or helping person suspects child abuse has occurred, they can call and spectators are all looking forward to next years competition. Riverdalc Report The organization of a soccer team for the 9 and 10 year old boys in Riverdale is underway through the efforts of Mrs Pat Crezee. This is part of a county-wid- e movement on the part of the American Young Soccer organization. Practices are being held three afternoons a week at Golden Spike Park They expect to start their regular games on Saturdays at South Ogden Park beginning April the registry to determine if there is a previous record or abuse or neglect, Cox said. The registry should en- Ttiw courage more physicians and helath professionals to report suspected cases of child abuse to Family Services. Its a serious matter for someone to file a child abuse complaint. But its easier if one knows there is a prior record of abuse to substantiate and back up the report. The registry will also help in those cases where we feel the youngster should be home. removed from his-he- r It wont just be one report. Well go to court with a record of abuse, she emphasized Cox emphasized luncheon North Davis County DUP Board held a at the home of Verda Knight on Wednesday afternoon, a social, business gathering Present were Lila Lutz. Mildred Porter, Evelyn Butler, Jesie Spicker all of Clearfield, Elsie Bennett, Clinton, Ellen Mamanakis, June Della Silva, Syracuse. Helma Ray, and Melva Birt of South Weber and the hostess, Mrs Knight Dean and Dorothy Bodily, sons Jimmy and Kenny and their wives Pat and Penny all went to Idaho Falls for the wedding last week of their son David Lynn to Jann Hendricks The afternoon wedding breakfast was held at Joe Carlsons in Idaho Kalis The couple were married in the LDS Temple on March 3 Marilyn Wood and her daughters Hattie, Quanna. Rueda and son Nelson of Page, Arizona has been isiting here with the Ernest Larsen family Mrs Wood is the former Marilyn Tsiginme She lived w ith the Larson s for se eral y ears w hile attending Clearfield High Alvin Sharp is recuperating at home nicely following hospitalization following a heart attack Of interest is the approaching marriage of Cathy McDaniels to Wade Wilcoek Cathy is the daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles McDaniels of Hunter. Wade the son of Mr. and Mrs. Wayne Wilcock Thev will be married on Friday m the Salt Lake LDS Temple with a reception following in the Hunter W'est LDS Stake Center Wayne and Linda Rawley have a new son born on March pot-luc- that checks and balances will be included with the registry to insure that it is not abused. A call back system will insure that reports only go to authorized individuals. Invalidated reports will immediately be removed from the record so there will be no record This is important because some exspouses file invalid reports as a method of getting back at their former mates, she said Cox noted that the number of child abuse reports has skyrocketed. Three years ago there were 3,200 referrals. In 1977 there were 7,000, a 120 percent increase. Whats scary about this is that were also getting more physical assault reports. Its an increasing problem and were concerned. Despite the growing concern over child abuse, Cox said she is still concerned about really dealing the problem. wdth The Legislature approved funding for three additional protective service workers. But the increased staff will only allow the Department to maintain the status quo instead of expanded services, she said. 5. John and Christine Sodencamps new daughter arrived on March 5. Twin boys were born on March 4 to Floyd and Kathy Fullmer Wheelchair donated TERESA RAMSEY, R.T. and head of Radiology and Laboratory at the Weber County Hospital, left, shows the workings of the wheelchair donated by the Ogden Fraternal Order of Eagles Ladies Auxiliary. (L. to r.) Hospital Administrator David Van Moorlehem, Violet Woods, state president of the ladies auxiliary, Jane Flint, Ogden president of the auxiliary and Hazel Shattuck, state chairman for the Eagles ladies auxiliary on projects, observe the gift given to the hospital. This is just one part of the 14 auxiliaries throughout the state that are giving donations to help the hospital as part of their yearly community welfare project. READ AND USE THE CLASSIFIED ADS 825- - 7666 $2 Week $6 month Edna Hill received notice on Friday that following two auditions she has been accepted into the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Her husband Marlon has been one of the members for a year or so now'. Congratulations to both of them Mr. and Mrs Osmer Knight visited in Brigham City on Wednesday with the Dee Jay Hammons Mrs Hammon is the.r daughter Mr. and Mrs Kenneth Rock spent the weekend in Salt Lake City Sunset Stake Stake Relief Society meeting will be on Saturday at 8 a m for officers and teachers. Wayne Jones gets Army promotion Kaiserslautern, Germany (AHTNC) Wayne A. Jones, whose wife, Beverly, lives at 2037 S. 1100 W was Ogden, recently staff promoted to Army sergeant while serving with the 4lst Ordnance Company in Kaiserslautern, Germany SSgt. Jones intered the Army in June 1970. The sergeant completed his high school education through His Julie Porter, daughter of Porter, Mr. and Mrs. David has been accepted into the national honor society for junior high schools Mrs. Ellen Crowther, mother of Elva Hawkley, is in McKay-De- Hospital e recovering from an abscess on her hip. Also Leora Wade of Riverdale who has been living at Hill Haven home, spent a few days there as a result of a slight heart attack. Mentioned 50 Happened in the Years It Ago column in the daily newspaper last Sunday was the name of Retta Jacobs as one of four W'eber High School girls participating in the play Grandma Pulls the String". Retta was the daughter of Bishop Murray K. Jacobs of Riverdale. Her married name is Watkins. She has lived for years at in Modesto central California. Relatives visiting from Virginia at the Grant Ben-dixse- n home the past few weeks included LauraNelles and sister, brother-in-la- Bobby and Edna Taylor. They brought a daughter and granddaughter back home to logan after the two had spent an extended visit with hem back in West Point, Virginia. Also a niece and nephew, Pam and Dean Taylor, flew out two weeks ago from Richmond. Dean entered the LDS mission home and has since departed m his mission to England. His twin sister, Denise, who s attending BYU and a ousin, Teal Taylor, who is it Ricks College, also visited uere. On one occasion the whole group met at the home if a relative in Provo for a family l r. Mrs. Ramon Campbell and children have been visiting in Roy w'lth Mr. Campbells parents the Alden Campbell's. Ramon is stationed in Florida with the Navy, and of upon completion schooling, he and his family will be going to Iceland for a tour of duty. They spent several years in Panama before going to Florida. Randy Jackson, who was seriously injured when he fell from a roof, has been released from the hospital and is recuperating at home. A baby girl was born March 4 at McKay Dee Hospital to James and Cheryl Wilde of 4431 S. 2450 West. This is their fifth child. Nancy Douglas, and three children, of Fountain Valley, Calif., are spending about two w'eeks in Roy, visiting with her parents, James and Helen Stewart, and her sister Jolene Zito. Mr. and Mrs. Alan Hall are parents of a baby boy, born March 5 at Davis North Medical Center. They now have three boys and a girl in their family. Brent Val and Susan Coles of Orem, formerly of Roy, have a baby boy born March mother, Jones, lives at Drive. Roy 4. Keith and Alice F'ullmer have been enjoying a late winter vacation trip in California. They went down the coastal highway as far as Los Angeles, coming home by way of Las Vegas. George Brent Jones, 35, of Salt Lake City, died March 11. He was a brother of Mrs. Craig (Temera) Waldron of Roy. Several bridal showers honored Miss Susan Lee, prior to her marriage on to D. Lonny Friday Malmberg. Sheryl Pantle, a sister of the groom gave a kitchen and grocery shower assisted by the mother of the groom, Mrs. Verl Malmberg. The event was held at the Malmberg home. Leslie George gave a shower at her home, with friends of the bride attending. Girl friends also met at the home of Gayle Johnstun one evening, and tied a quilt for the new bride. $ Mr. and Mrs. Kent Horrocks, have a baby girl born recently. There are now three girls in their family. Lilly Thompson is home from the hospital, where she had surgery. Mr. and Mrs. Virgil Wilson have been in St. George to attend the funeral services for a sister in law of Mrs. W'llson, who passed away after a long illness. Mr. and Mrs. Glen Kimber have a baby boy, born March 8. This is their fourth child. It was a boy also for Scott and Vicky Toone, of 2367 W. 5300 S. He arrived at McKay Dee Hospital on March 9. Mr. and Mrs. Lester Davis of Roy, have been spending their second winter in Lake Havasu City Arizona They have been enjoying boating, fishing, and all the other activities available there. Pally Hammon Camp 40, Daughters of Utah Pioneers met on Tuesday evening at the home of Helen Smith, w'ithMarcelle Weaver giving the lesson. Jim and Kerma Larsen have been soaking up some of that Arizona sunshine for a few weeks. They met Glen and Doris Beck, former Roy residents, there and the couples spent some time together golfing and enthe many joying recreational activities of the Federal Savings and Loan Association is a long name. So you can call us the Big Orange, if you like. We don't mind. Ogden First area. and Dianne Duane Roylance of 2656 W. 5800, S. have a baby girl, born March 11 at McKay Dee Hospital. Mrs. Lucy R. Chavez, of Ogden, died March ll in a Clearfield nursing home, of natural causes. She was the mother of Benny Chavez, of Roy. Funeral services were in held on Tuesday Kaysville. Mr. and Mrs. Kay Herzog recently enjoyed a trip to Hawaii. They took in all the attractions of the islands including the Polynesian Cultural Center. Duane and Jeanene Child are parents of a baby boy, born March 7 at McKay Dee Hospital. They live at 5474 S. 2300 West. Mr. and Mrs. Errol Nelson had a baby boy on March 4 th. He joins two brothers in the family. ,a lari OGDEN FIRST FEDERAL For your OGDEN OFFICE 2425 Washington Blvd 621 0100 Door side Parking SWINGS financial health. BRIGHAM CITY OFFICE 101 South Main 734 9454 Door side Parking ROY OFFICE- 2020 West 5700 South 773 6911 Door side Parking General the Educational program. 1st. Mrs Crezee said that further information may be obtained by calling Byron DeLair or ('hack Badger Fans of the Weber High School Warrior basketball team, coached by Bishop Dick Conolly, can relax now that the outcome has been decided for this season The team remained undefeated for a long time. Finally they wound up in seventh place in the state playoffs which is quite an honor in itself. k Development Mrs 3860 Ruby C. Midland |