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Show Uni Microfilming Box 2606 Salt Jan, Corp Lake City, Utah 61101, P' Volume LXXXII Payson, Utah - Orchard Hills of Utah 84651 Number 50 Thursday, December 11, 1969 AmmI CMflH(0 C0Dirtt A ,Jf LaNesta Chorus will present its annual Christmas concert as its Christmas gift to the community on Sunday, Dec. 14, beginning at 8:30 p.m. at Nebo Stake Center. Admission is free to the public. Go Tell It (On the Mountain) and the Real Meaning of Christmas has been chosen as the theme, which will be portrayed in chorus and solo selections. Carolyn Shuler will be narrator. She has also written the script to be used. The program will feature organ selections by Clay Christiansen, a talented newcomer to Payson. He will play Carol Prelude on,Greensleeves by Searle Wright and Taccato Fugue Hymn on Hail Bright Star of Mary by Flor Peeters. J. D. Christensen is conductor of the chorus, with Nelda Orton, accompanist, and Jolene Haskell, assistant accompanist. The program is being arranged by chorus officers, LaVonda Anderson, president; Ellen Willey, vice president; and Verda Davis, secretary, assisted by various members of the unit. 'A ' iMte Clings 7dsoD if luiifuilD)G.12,13 Santa will visit the PaysonShoppingarea December 12 and 13. On December 12, he will circulate around town from 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. and on December 13, he will be around from 4:30 until 6:00 p.m. Also on December 13, there will be a drawing at which five turkeys will be given away at 3:00 p.m. in front of Dastrup's. Winners in the December 6 drawing were Kathy Stanton, P. McIntyre, Hattie Ahlin, Carol Jolley, and June Biggs. Winners may pick up their turkeys at the IGA Discounter Store. Art show slated LaNetsa Chorus which will present fs annual Christmas the Nebo Stake program December 14, at 8:30 Center in Payson. They are, I to r, front row: (those with after name are not now members) Helen Burton, Doris Gasser, Jolene Haskell, Dorthy Christensen, Donna Hiatt, Betty Winegar, Norma Rindlisbacher, Lyle Coon, Afton Oborn, Verda Davis.' Second row: Nelda Orton, Edith Decker, Ema Mayer, Joyce Provstgaard, Elaine Schramm, Anna Jean Button, Betty Hurst, Phyllis Rodgers, June Fullmer, Nelda paiit Reta Page is being sponsored in a one-mart show by the Provo Art Board at the Provo Utilities Building, 251 West 800 North, Provo, during the entire month of December. The public is invited to view the work any time between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. every day except Saturdays and ' Sundays. Mrs. Page, who is showing some 25 landscapes and floral paintings in oil, began her study of art in 1953. She worked under several local artists and graduated from the Famous Artists School at West-por- t, an DeGraw, Janet Ewell, Rhea Me Beth, Nelda Worthington, J. D. Christensen. Top row: Dawna Stewart, Janice Provstgaard, Lynette Staheli, Ann Depew, Janice Elmer, Martha Hall, LaVonda Anderson, Shirley Holman, Erma Measom, Cora Montague, son, Helen Taylor. Members not pictured are Irene Hendrickson, Sherrill Keck, Colleen Paige, Mona Hall, Beth Dixon, Evelyn Ekins, Elley Willey, Val Hogan, Kenna Holm and Lylia Carisle. Concerts planned Jr. High School Conn. She was sponsored in a local exhibit last September .at Paysoq , High School, with High School Art Department as spon- 1 , sor. She is the wife of Eaj'l L. Page, Payson Mrs. Selby O. Dixon furniture dealer. Wins honors at Cowbelle meeting Mrs. Selby O. (Zola) Dixon of Payson has been named Outstanding Cowbelle of the Utah Cowbelles, Spanish Fork-Payschapter, according to Mrs. William Corn-ab- y, Lake Shore, president. Mrs. Dixons Human Interest Story won honorable mention in state competition, as announced at the State Convention held se at Friday and Saturday, Dec. 6, Hotel in Salt Lake City, in conjunction with the Cattlemens Convention. Mrs. Dixon was first president of the local chapter after it was organized in April, 1956. She served two one-yeterms and later was vice president of the term. state organization for a She explained how the Cowbelles promote sale of beef for the table. In her Human Interest Story, Mrs. Dixon reviewed events of her life as the wife of a cattleman, pointing out that they celebrated their Golden Wedding anniversary some two years ago. She said that as a young bride she accompanied her husband to Mosida, west of Utah Lake, where she learned to cook for hayhands (though she hadnt done much cooking) and found that with a little help it wasnt such a big job, after all. In speaking of her life at the Thistle Valley Ranch, she said there was plenty of work and plenty of people to cook for. There were always cousins or friends staying with them, besides the extra ranch hands during haying or threshing times. We always looked forward to Sunday," for then we could expect she wrote, someone to come for a visit, but we never knew just who or how many we would have for dinner. I didnt worry about it much, though," her story goes, as long as we had plenty of hot bread and butter and honey." She told of rearing her family of two sons and three daughters and of the love all of them have for ranch life of years spent on the farm east of Payson and of summers spent at the ranch at Thistle Valley in Spanish Fork Canyon and at the Nevada ranch since 1963. She recalled that her husband's father, the late Jack Dixon, was first president of the Payson Cattlemens Assn, andthather husband was sixth president, holding this office for 14 years. Their sons, Keith and Dale, she noted, are upholding the traditional family occupation as cattlemen. Various members of the family have exhibited animals at the State Fair, and all of the family have had many happy times in attending such events, she concluded. on 5-- New-hou- ar one-ye- ar (fOWl John T. Parkinson has returned to er of Benjamin to become Parkinsons Mart that signifies the Modern Old Fashioned Country Store. owner-manag- grocery items. He is happy to announce that his wife will h a v e a Beauty Shoppe in connection with the Shopping Mart. NATIVE OF BENJAMIN John T. Parkinson is a native of Benjamin having been born and reared in that He was graduated from the locality. Spanish Fork High School in 1952. He attended the Brigham Young University for two years prior to leaving to serve the Church of Jesus Christ on a missiontothe Hawaiian Islands. Following his mission, he attended the University of Utah from where he was graduated in 1960 with a major in Business Administration. John, a son of Mrs. Vera Parkinson, was employed for a year and a half for a Nevada mining firm. He is married to Diane Rich, formerly of Rexburg, Idaho, They are the parents of four children: Stephen, 12; Leslie Kaye, 11; Brook, three; and Stacy who is two months old. John and Diane wished to return to Utah where they might rear their children. When asked what his creed was, John remarked that he was a confirmed opto-mi- st he feels that it is a fine world and a splendid time to live." The Spanish Fork Press and The Payson Chronicle takes pleasure (particularly of Christmas" can be again this yuletide season by concert-goe- rs in the Central Utah area when the Ralph Woodward Chorale presents its Christmas concert in the Provo Tabernacle Saturday, December 13, at 8:15 p.m. Another concert-buff- et evening has been especiaUy planned by the group for a lovely and distinctive holiday event. The success of last years concert and buffet social has encouraged the chorale to plan a similar seasonal affair to make this activity a Christmastime tradition in The enjoyed John Parkinson his father, the late Taylor Parkinson, became a merchant 40 years ago. John intends, at the Parkinsons Mart, to carry primarily groceries; although he will retain his franchise on the popular items from Maytag, Kelvinator, Sylvania and Admiral. He will sell Maytag washers and dryers as well as dishwashers; the complete line of Kelvinator products and Admiral's television, radio and stereo. Those small appliances of Westinghouse, General Electric and Sunbeam will also be sold at this popular country store. Mr. Parkinson announced that he will also carry the well known Pratt and Lambert paint and walltex. He was also delighted to announce that Bill Christensen will be the butcher in the Meat Department. John will also offer fresh produce daily as well as all of the Payson Jr. High Girls Glee and Band present a Christmas Concert entitled Let There Be Peace On. Earth," to be held Wednesday, December 17 at 7:30p.m. in the Payson Jr. High auditorium. The two groups have worked very hard on this so we would appreciate having you come. Tickets will be sold at the door if you are not contacted by our members. See you there!!! will Ralph Woodward Tftenc&cutt GRAND OPENING The Grand Opening will be held Friday and Saturday, December 12 and 13 at its original location at the intersection where Mary Lou Kimball, Pauline Nel- 53 Craig Lundell, left, and Lynn Richardson, right, are shown with Craig's prize winning Hampshire Hog. sells prize winning Hampshire Hog Hocal youfh Craig J. Lundell, son of Mr. and Mrs. Junior Lundell of Spring Lake, sold his prize winning registered Hampshire Hog to Lynn Richardson who is the representative of the First Security Bank. The purchase was completed at the Golden Spike National Livestock Show on November 12 in Ogden. this time of year) to welcome a native son back to the area where he can share his talent and rear his children near the home where he was born and reared. Congratulations, Mr. and Mrs. John T. Parkinson, and a very Merry Christmas ito you and yours! Craig Lundell of Spring Lake sold his Grand Champion hog for 73? per pound at the 51st annual Golden Spike National Livestock Show. The reserve champion went for 72.5? and belonged to John Rokich of Magna. the Sounds area. The concert will be a presentation of Handels immortal Messiah in the authentic baroque style. Performing with the chorale will be a chamber orchestra, using the orchestration originally composed for the Messiah. Norma Lamson, pianist for the chorale, will accompany on the harpsichord for this performance. Soloists with the chorale will be Olga Gardner, Margaret Woodward, Elayne Clark, sopranos; Ruth Melville, Ann Clement, altos; Terry McCombs, William Den-ker- s, tenors; and Clayne Robison, bass. Costumed greeters and carolers will Continued on Legal Page Lighting contest A Christmas lighting contest for homes in Payson is again being sponsored by the Payson Chamber of Commerce through the Beautification Committee. Three prizes of $25 each will be awarded to the three most beautifully decorated homes. As in the past, only homes which have not before earned the award will be considered. Anyone wishing to have homes judged is asked to contact Ray Angus, chairman, or Verdene Page, committee member. SENIOR CITIZENS Christmas party' The Senior Citizens of Payson wiU hold a Christmas Party and social Friday, Dec. 19, at 2 p.m. in the Tabernacle. A film will be shown and games of There will be Bingo will be played. special Christmas decorations, door prizes, refreshments and a good time for alL Stanley Wilson, director, invites all to attend. The Senior Citizens have recently placed a Christmas tree in the upper floor of the Payson Hospital, for pleasure of the patients in the extended care division. This is the second year they have performed this service, Mr. Wilson said. School decorated Home rooms at Payson High School have been decorated by students, using unique and beautiful ideas in their decor. Entrances to the rooms are also decorated, creating a spirit of Christmas throughout the school. Several decorated Christmas trees are also located in various areas of the school. A prize of $10 will be awarded the Home Room class which has done the best job of decorating. people will be asked to judge. The decorating contest is sponsored by the school newspaper. Lion Pause, with Francis Christensen, advisor. The public is invited to visit the school and view the decorations, George Puckett, principal, said. The show was held October 31, to and including Nov. 15. It was termed one of the best in recent years. Craig began his career in the livestock industry three years ago by raising two registered hogs. Roy Broadbent of the First Security Bank in Payson was instrumental in encouraging Craig in his project three years ago. Craig began with two hogs and now has 80 registered hogs on his farm in Spring Lake. His teachers in agriculture are Ben Leatham and Marian Manwill. Craig wishes to extend his appreciation to his father, Mr. Broadbent, Mr. Leatham and Mr. Manwill. Staff party held John T. Parkinson The beautiful Fontana Restaurant in Salt Lake City with its Italian infuence in the decor was the scene of a delightful Christmas dinner party, hosted by Publisher and Mrs. J.C. Henderson, for members of the staff of the Spanish Fork Press and the Payson Chronicle. Following dinner the editor and publisher expressed his appreciation to his employees. The staff presented Bishop and Mrs. Henderson with a gift. The presentation was made by Virginia Evans in behalf of the entire staff. It was a memorable experience at this season of the year. i Payson Main Street is looking different lately as many of the merchants are puting new fronts on their stores, remodeling and painting. Christensen's recently completed a major project and Wilson's now have one underway. Other have plans taking shape or have completed innovations in their businesses 4 i t |