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Show SOUTHERN UTAH NEWS Community Assault Continued from Page 3 mentioned AEC from the testing fallout. The information that wa' considered classified at the time of the testing has only recently been declassified, due to a leak from the media that ascertained that the government knew what risks were being taken, but refused to take responsibility. When I teach my eighth-grad- e students about the importance of learning the history of this great country, I give them many reasons. It is your heritage, I tell them, your legacy. It is a fascinating account of your forebears. I tell them they are the future leaders of the United States of America, the most powerful country on earth, a republic where they are represented in government by people like the rest of us, who are elected to accomplish what the people would have them do. I tell them that history teaches us about our mistakes, so that we never have another Great Depression, another Civil War, another Vietnam ... or another Hiroshima. It is only ethical now that they hear about the intentional harm caused to the largely uninhabited areas of southern Utah during the atomic testing program of our own gov- Counties, aS well as others, are now older adults, and t! eir stories go unrecorded. We watched from up on the hill, people tell me, and cheered when we saw the big mushroom cloud go up. The government assured us it was safe. One man in St. George . took his science classes outside to watch each atomic test from the top of a nearby hill. He, along with several of his students, contracted cancer. As a young girl in southern Nevada, I became so accustomed to the frequent testing during the 1960s, that I was seldom startled by the sudden vibrations. Only recently have I learned of the sheep ranchers who lost as many numbers from their herds as the population of Kanab. I learned of the sheeps wool sliding off their backs at shearing time, growing back as fine as goats hair. Lambs were born deformed and dead, or died while eating at the trough, or while nursing. People, horses, cattle, sheep, all received ugly lesions as described in the true account above The government agency, the AEC, told the people that this was due to malnutrition). I learned lately that many girls who were in their pubertal years during this time period were not able to bear children. Most closely associated with radioactive faliout are breast cancer, bone marrow diseases such as ernment. Many of our family members leukemia, and thyroid disorders. raised in Washington and Kane It seems that so many of us are ( medicated for thyroid abnor- ten manuscripts ifyou like, they malities and disease! It would be do not need to be lengthy or even interesting to know just how proofread. I will be happy to edit them our statistics on these illnesses and type them. well. to as me the with rest of the is. okay My adcompare dress is listed below: nation. I appreciate that there are Jeanine Johnson 828 South Stewart Drive many who have done a great deal of research. The Day We Kanab, UT 84741 1 Phone G. Bombed Utah by John (435) Fuller, from whence the above story is taken, is an excellent source of information about the effect of the atomic testing on the people of Washington and Iron counties. There is a good deal of information on the Internet, including a site for Utah Downwinders! Certainly it is important to acknowledge Miss Kane County Torrie the efforts of all. " I am not aware of a collection Casebolt has joined the Kanab of stories by Kane County resi- Fredonia Toastmasters as the dents, however, and our stories 20th member. This is signifiare just as important. We reside cant, because with 20 members in the largely uninhabited area' the Red Cliff Orators can offireferred to by the government in cially be a chartered club. Casebolt said Joining Toastits reports. Does this make us less human? Our descendants masters was a wise decision. deserve to know about this crime Already I am able to see what committed in the name of patri- the club has to offer. I will be otic defense of our country able to increase my communicaagainst deadly communism. tion ability and public speaking True, we were in the midst of skills. I think everyone should the Cold War, but the USSR take advantage of this program. The mission of Toastmasters never attacked us. We bombed is to help men and women learn ourselves. Please send me your stories, the arts of speaking, listening which I will compile into a col- and thinking. Its not just about lection of sorts, if not a book, giving speeches. The benefits a depending on the response that person receives from being a I receive. I would like to have a member are numerous. Instant feedback is something copy of these placed in our local You can send handwrit library. unique to this setting. Within 644-577- E-m- ail f?tx?0a0OD Auto & light Truck Huge Selection! Great Prices! So. Utah Tire Center H fll I llf if 04 ilC-Jid- ill V I 1M 8 wheel alignment system 644-307- 3. Road Hazard Protection Professional Brake Service Brake Lathe for Resurfacing Drums & Rotors Trained Brake Specialists FREE Brake Inspection ELBjtimTIrs' 265 East 300 South Kanab rfmmmm this supportive and positive en- vironment, members will know how others perceive them. Awareness of strong points to build on and weak points to improve upon can bring about more effective communication in everyday life. The Red Cliff Orators have been meeting since February. The group meets each Thursday morning from 8 a.m. in the Commission Chambers. Visitors 5 are welcome. Call Joy at. if you would like more 7-- 644-217- Big fires start small High temperatures, dry grass, shrubs, and timber could lead to devastating fires this season. These fires can be prevented with your help. The accumulation of these dry, flashy fuels presents a serious fire hazard as they can catch fire from flying sparks and spread to your home. Maintain a defensible space around your home by clearing all flammable vegetation within 30 feet of the structure. It will take everyones personal responsibility to prevent catastrophic wildfires during these extreme fire conditions. Continued from Page 1 dry lake bed off of Yellowjacket Free Pick-u- p and Delivery is) 644-886- Dunes ,.l- - NEW computerized i or join. For information, you may 6 or Jane at call Leta at i !4Ts'( (! 4 The Canyon Country Quilt Club will have its regular monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 14 at 1 p.m. at the Ranchos Fire House. 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