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Show Matheson Frees Water Board Funds To Aid Hurt Irrigation Companies Governor Scott M. Matheson has freed an additional $3,875,000 in atate Board of Water Resources funds from deferred status to help mutual irrigation companies and water users organizations pay for repairs to flood damaged wnia diversions and other irrigation structures. Most of the boards funds were included in Governor Mathes-on- s recent freeze action on capital budgets of state agencies to heir deal with expenses of the Spanisn Fork Canyon earthslide. of Water Resources to mutual irrigation companies and water user associations in the form of interest-fre- e loans to help pay for reconstruction of flood damaged structures. In approving the release of funds, Governor Matheson said, It is essential that Utahs flood damaged and farmland be restored as quickly as possible, and irrigation systems be rebuilt to serve those lands. The state is taking the initiative to make these funds available through die Board water-deprive- d Flood damages to irrigation facilities are currently estimated at $6.6 million. Counties tallying agricultural damages include Box Elder, Millard, Sanpete, Sevier, Juab, To Thursday, July oele, Weber and Uintah. Mutual irrigation companies generally are not eligible for state or federal Brants. John P. Holmgren, n, chairman of the Board of Water Resources, said the earmarked flood damage money will be diverted out of the Boards revolving funds. Holmgren said the boards staff will give prompt attention to applications for irrigation reconstruction funds. . Shakespearean Festival Begins Tonight With opening night tonight, the 1983 Utah Shakespearean Festival is on course with all preparations and rehearsals. A acting company is working slightly ahead of schedule, lines are memorized, well-balanc- blocking is completed and by tonight over 100 new costumes will be constructed and ready for the traditional gitter of opening night. Musicians and dancers are preparing performances and artistic support for the three summer plays, Henry V, The Merchant of Venice and The Two Gentlemen of Verona. In addition to the evening productions, audiences may view two matinees, The Monarchs of England and The Two Gentlemen of Verona, and interested people may participate in daytime activities including tours, seminars and continuing art exhib- - Our Classifieds CAN HELP its. Scheduled daytime activities are available each day of the week except Sunday, but scheduling permits and encourages flexibility to allow patrons time to enjoy the magnificent scenery and national parks surrounding Cedar City. Audiences begin each evening with a laymans orientation to the play and a greenshow, new this summer with Commedia dell Arte, Court Dancing and Village Faire. Opening weekend activities include a Bards Banquet and Festival Days Opening play for the 1983 season is The Two Gentlemen of Verona, a story of love, friendship and romantic complication. The plot explores the relative values of friendship versus love, and in which relationship the greater obligation lies. Some of Shakespeares most delightful characters-princ- es, clowns, outlaws and lovers romp through field and forest in this farce, which foreshadowed the later romantic comedies. This summers production is directed by James Edmondson, remembered by last seasons Festival audiences for his popular direction of Romeo and Juliet. Douglas marmee will costume this years production, scheduled to be seen each Monday and Thursday during the season. Henry V climaxes the story of the wastrel prince who became an effective king, and this concluding segment tells of Henrys war with France and his mariage to French Princess katherine, which briefly united the two countries. The Utah Shakespearean Festival version of these proceedings began in 1981, and under the unified direction of Howard Jensen, who has overseen all three segments, the plot thread is readily perceivable. Henry V will play each Tuesday' and Friday during the season, and is costumed this summer by veteran Festival designer Felice Proctor. The perennially popular Merchant of Venice has appeared at the Festival three previous times: 1962 when it was part of the original season, 1968 and 1975. .Its popularity lies in its exploration of the age-ol- d problem of minority group treatment, and the play is best seen in terms of opposition between Portia and what she represents and Shylock and what he represents. The Salma Sun 14, 1983 Miracle Pageant Opens Tonight Visitors coming to the Mormon Miracle pageant in Manti should be aware that Highway 89 through Spanish Fork Canyon is still closed due to the giant mudslide that created the dam, making what we now call Thistle Lake. Utah State Department of Transportation has assured us that as soon as it is feasible, that highway will be opened again, but for the 1983 Pageant season, all traffic from the north will find it necessary to stay on Interstate 15, at least as far as Nephi. The play couples all the trappings of romantic comedy with a skillful weaving together of four separate stories, and gives audiences Shylock, one of Shakespeares most powerful and ambiguous dramatic creations in a powerful tale of hatred and greed. Directing the 1983 production is Margaret Hahn, who has been with the Festival several years in directing and management assignments, and costuming is by Beth Novak. Rounding out the directing credits, FYed C. Adams, Festival Founder, directs The Monarchs of England, and Betsy Hamilton oversees production of the Greenshow. For ticket information please write Utah Shakespearean Festival, Cedar City, Utah or telephone (801) Tickets for 1984 season are on sale at the Box Office beginning uly 14. Plays scheduled for the 1984 season which runs July 12 through August 29 are Hie Taming of the Shrew, The Tempest and Troilus and Cressida. 586-787- Traffic may then either follow State Highway 132 along the original pioneer route through Salt Creek Canyon to Manti; or continue south to Levan and take State Highway 28 to Gunnison, and then follow Highway 89 north to Manti. Traffic from the south will need to be on Highway 89 at least by the time they reach Salina or Gunnison. According to Sanpete County Sheriff, Kennard Anderson, these highways will be adequate to handle pageant traffic, but those coming to the Pageant should allow ample time to reach the area. Bus traffic will be routed to Levan and Gunnison and Sheriff Anderson encourages people to come by bus when it is practical and possible for them. Although most of the canyons in the Sanpete area are closed to traffic, because of numerous mudslides, so that camping in the mountains will not be possible; campgrounds are available in the valley for those who wish these services. Beef and barbecued turkey dinners will be served each night of the Pageant in two ward houses in Manti, and fast foods will be available near the Pageant site. Visitors are again reminded that food, drinks or pets are not permitted on the temple grounds where the Pageant is held. Dates for the 1983 Mormon Miracle pageant are July 14,15,16 and Nights are cool, so wraps are advised. 19-2- Sorenson Named Top Jockey At Race Meet James Richfield, Sorenson, leading captured the title of jockey at the annual Sevier County Horse Breeders Assn, race meet July 4 weekend. Sorenson was awarded a trophy and $50.00 for his efforts. He won the title here last year and also in 1979 and 1980. He is now the No. 1 Jockey in the Utah Horse Racing Association standings, with Val Brinkerhoff of Fillmore second and Claude Lyman of Escalante third. The next race meets will be in Cedar City July 15 and 16 and Beaver July 22, 23 and 25. Back By Popular Demand: Local Students Honored At SUSC For Honor Roll YOU SELL A total of 224 students at Southern Utah State College earned honor roll status spring quarter with 38 of those students earning the high honor roll status for having an academic quarter grade point average of 4.00 or A. IT! They Reach 10,000 For a student to make the honor roll a credit load of 15 or more hours must be taken and that quarters Homes! By grade point average must be or A- -. , Those achieving honor roll status were Carolyn M. Jacobsen, Aurora, in elementary education, Kathryn J. Fredrickson, Centerfield, also in elementary education. Stacie N. Gass, Loa, clerical, Glen O. Hallows in biology, Ted E. Hallows in biology, also from Loa. Testimony Pastor Jonathan Edwards We hear a lot about developing a testimony or bearing a testimony. What, is a testimony? Webster a declaration or defines it as, statement made under oath or affirmation by a witness in court, often in response to questioning, to establish a fact... any affirmation or declaration.. .any form of evidence, proof.. .a public avowal, as of faith or of a religious experience... One thing that seems to be quite evident in this definition is the necessity of fact in a testimony. To stand in a court of law as a witness, and use such phrases as, I believe, would or I feel certainly cast doubt upon a persons testimony. Or lets suppose a person stands before the bar and espouses the fact that he is developing or has developed a testimony. How about the witness who would speak of his testimony growing? If I were the defendant, I dont think I would be too excited about this type of testimony on my behalf. Two important facts concerning a testimony, are first, the Bible basis, and second, an example of a Bible-base- d testimony. What does Bible the say? H Timothy 1:8 Be not thou therefore ashamed of the testimony of our Lord, nor of me his It was an indusputable prisoner. fact that Paul had been imprisoned for Christs sake. The testimony of the Lord was just as indisputable a fact. Acts 14:3 Long time therefore Jflaitff abode they speaking boldly in the Lord, which gave testimony unto the word of his grace, and granted signs and wonders to be done by their hands. Again, this was not a developed testimony, but rather one which was based on fact; the authenticating of which came by signs and wonders. Think about the testimony of the man Enoch. Hebrews 11:5 By faith Enoch was translated that he should not see death; and was not found, because God had translated him: for before his translation he had this testimony, that he pleased God. Enoch never developed a testimony, it was that which was based on the fact of his life. In this Biblical context, I would like to bear a testimony as an example. My own testimony is closest to my heart, therefore I would like to share it with you. I was raised in a home where both of my parents knew Jesus Christ as their personal Saviour. My earliest recollections were of being church each in a Sunday. As I became aware of the message that was proclaimed from the pulpit each week, I realized that the gospel was absolutely essential for eternal salvation in Gods only heaven.. According to I Corinthians 15 :l-- 4 the only true gospel for today is the death, burial and resurrection of Jesus Christ For years, while faithful men of God continued Bible-believi- pouring forth their hearts concerning Gods only way of salvation, I would sit quietly, but not always attentively. As so many today, I mistakenly thought that church attendance and involvement assured me of favor with God. I even believed that Jesus was thfe Christ, the Son of God, the Saviour of the world, but I still did not know him personally. Finally, I was totally convinced by the W ord of God that I must personally accept Christ and what He did for me. So I first of all believed the gospel, then I received the Christ of the gospel into my heart and life. John 3:16 says, For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. My testimony simply stated is that there is nothing good in me that God would desire; but I was a whosoever', and I believe and invited Christ into my life; and God saved me that day everlastingly. . I never developed a testimony or had a growing testimony, it simply happened according to the fact of Gods holy Word, the Bible. Not to have a Bible testimony is fatal to the soul. (See Revelation 20:14,15) God still saves people today; and accompanying His salvation, God gives a totally complete, perfect testimony. If we can help you in any way, Thank you. please call-528-3- 846. Baptist (Eljurcli 18-2- 4-- 528-384- 6 529-394- 0 APPLE COMPUTER CAMP Starting July 18th Adult & Student Classes Classes Will Include: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m American Legion Hall Sunday School 9:45 a.m. Classes for all ages! Junior Camp WeekJuly 3 Grades 7 Call Dial-A-Messa- ge 3.6 higher. A 3.6 is approximately an Appto e Participants Will Receive Literature, Diskettes, Apple and 20 Hours of Hands on Computer Camp 83 All for Only Education Class Size Limit, First Come Basis. Send This Admission Form to Southern Utah Computer Systems, P.O. Box 628, Richfield, Utah 84701, Along With a $25.00 Deposi- tT-Sh- irt $75 00. Name of Student Parents Name Address Age of Stuc mt Phone No. No . Have you had any computer experience: Yes Check Date of Class You Wish to Attend: Classes August July 2 will be 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon. Classes for the for the other ages will be 1:00 p.m. to 5:00p.m. 15-1- 9. 18-2- 9-- 12 Each class will be 5 days, 4 hours each day. $25.00 Due with application. Balance Due before class to begin. You may cancel 1week before classes start and receive your full deposit back. For more information please call 896-929- 2. Southern Utah Computer Systems PO Open 10 Ml. 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