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Show News Uttalh) SOUTHERN UTAH NEWS 3 WEDNESDAY MARCH 29, 1995 Statehood CerateiniiniiiaD Commission The 25 citizen volunteer mem- - to join in the Celebration of the Nearing the end of the 19th opportunities. Ruralareasprovide toric sites abound, preserved for e century, the men and women of quiet, peaceful retreats and un- - posterity and providing a glimpse bers of the Utah Statehood Cen- - Century. Weve waited one mountain valleys of Utah told recreational possibilities. His- - at the Utah of yesteryear. tennial Commission invite you dred years for this moment! finally secured statehood for their cherished home. It came only after long years of economic hun-thes- struggle, repeated political battles, tireless work, and an undying belief in the American dream of liberty and freedom. The people of Utah sought statehood for the necessary political status it would provide to a place and a people, and for the full franchise in the American way it would afford individuals. On the cold winter morning of January 4, 1896, the word was received by telegraph in Salt Lake City that statehood had finally been granted. Utah would be the nations 45th state. A star for Utah would be long-hoped-f- or added to Old Glory. The welcome news was greeted with jubilant enthusiasm. It was heralded first by bursts of gunfire on the muddy streets of Salt Lake City, and as word spread, tearful celebrations erupted in every farming community all along the Wasatch Mountain Range. Men and women, often complete strangers, danced in the streets, rejoiced at the new beginning statehood offered, and sent prayers of gratitude heavenward. The long awaited day had finally arrived. So began the first Utah Century, a period of settlement and growth marked by the values of industry and thrift. mid-morni- ng On January 4, 1996, we proudly begin our second Utah Century. We commemorate the extraor- dinary accomplishments and the enduring contributions of our Utah settlement pioneers. And we celebrate the spirit of Utah, its past, present, and future. All across the state Utahns will join together, unified in our diversity, proud of our heritage and traditions, and ready for the future. Just as happened one hundred years ago, celebrations will occur in every Utah commu- nity, from Snowville and Laketown on the north, to Santa Clara and Kanab on the south. And in the hearts of every Utahn, young and old alike. The Utah of today remains in many respects unchanged. Her granite mountains still tower majestically over verdant valleys, shielding the fruitful fields. Her redrock cliffs remain an unparalleled natural beauty. Her crystal clear skies reach endlessly toward far horizons. Yet the Utah of today is also a place strikingly different from that snow-encruste- d cold wintermomingacentury ago. Today these magnificent western desert valleys are home to nearly two million industrious people. Beautiful cities abound, offering varieties of cultural experiences, sporting events, and educational The word is getting out about our form and ranch loans. s f How do you tell which bank really understands formers and ranchers? Well, you can look in a Zions parking lot. loans for land purchases. Credit lines for next And then you can look at what we re offering Inside. Like long-terseason s crops and loans secured by water stock. The fact is, no matter what your needs, we can tailor a loan program thats right for you. For complete information, call your local Zions branch. Or stop in, (Were saving a spot for you.) m ZIONS BANK HentUf F D 1& 0 Equal Hn..ing Eenisr |