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Show T II BOX ii 2503 SAL": LASS CI1Y t U:A!I 34101 3 m 'j VOl.I'MK Ml ROOSEVELT, DUCHESNE COUNTY, M'MIIKK 28 My ton choir to present July 24 entertainment if. '4 :? v OUllg rmiaaliU. E.uesirians Relected to reign as royalty at the Altamnnt July 84th cele- bration are Sherry Workman, queen; Gull Merliunm, flrsl attendant; Vicky Lyons, second attendant, and Carolee Young, Miss Congeniality. Royalty for Altamont Do you know the quickest way to set your wifes attention? Just look comfortable I you would like some Interesting reading, get hold of a copy of the feasibility report of educational proposals for students on the west side of Uintah County. document covers a variety The If 178-pa- ge of Interesting facts. One thing gleaned from the findings Is the fact that at present our schools measure up well with the state. They are doing a good job, although certainly Improvements can be made. Elsewhere In the paper this week you will find an article listing some of the recommendations coming out of the study. We would hope that these can be Implemented, thereby ending the air of "uncertainty" which has clouded the educational atmosphere In the west side. No unit can function to Its fullest extent under pending widespread change, and the unbiased state group has suggested a feasible course of action. One other fact brought out In the report (among many others), was the comparison of class offerings between Union and Uintah high schools. In four basic categories, Union has more offerings. In two areas the two schools are the same, and In three, Uintah lists more class offerings than Union. The four areas which Union leads In are Language arts (10 offerings at Union and 8 at Uintah); Science (9 and 7); Math (9 and 8), and Social Studies (7 and 4). All are basic areas of student needs. In the health field, both schools offer 12 unit In practical arts, covering vocational fields and other selectlves, both schools offer 27 classes. Uintah has 9 offerings In the fine arts field, where Union has 7; In foreign languages Uintah offers 4, Union 3, and In physical education, Uintah has 6 and Union 5. The study would tend to corroborate what we have stated before, that students leaving Union have a better foundation for college entrance than do students from many larger schools, such as Uintah. Well have more Information from the study for you later, as we get time to peruse the volume. Recognition lsthesaltofllfe. But be careful not to rub It In a sore spot. A bulging passionate pink envelope arrived in the mall Tuesday morning which stirred some questioning thoughts. The envelope contained six small white envelopes. And each of the small envelopes contained a cute valentine each one saying "Be My Valentine", "I Love You", or some such sentiment. But the valentine envelopes weren't addressed to us. They had various first names on the outside. But the pink one was. Now, the question. Why would valentines be mailed In July (postmarked July 2)? (Continued on back page) lamiM I.ee Robert Lori Ann Gardner bliss Sherry Workman, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wane Workman, Roosevelt, was named queen of the Altamont July 24th rodeo. Gall Mecham, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn Mecham, Mt. Home, and Vicky Lyons, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Floyd Lyons were named attendants. Carolee Young, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Young, Altamont, was selected as Miss Congeniality. Tliese girls were chosen for their horsemanship, grooming of their horses, personality and appearance. They will reign over the July 23 and 24 celebration at the Altamont Rodeo Grounds. The Altamont Roping club is sponsoring the rodeos which begin at 8 p.m. July 2! and 1 p.m. July 24. That evening there will also be a fireworks display. The Altamont Saddlettes will also perform July 23 and 24. There will be a parade at 11 a.m. July 24 and prizes are being offered for the best floats, with a top prize of $40 for the most outstanding float In the parade. The Altamont Spurs H club will also ride during the rodeo. Events scheduled for the rodeos Include Saddle Bronc, Bareback bronc, Bull riding, Wild cow milking, Bull dogging. Calf Roping and team roping with barrel racing and pole bending as junior events, one hour before the rodeo. There will also lie Open barrels competition. Officials of the parade and other events report that a bigger and better celebration Is planned than last year, which was very outstanding. The Myton ward choir has made preparations to present an evening of musical entertainment on July 24th, according to Clark Roberts, director of the group. The program, to which the public Is Invited, will be held In the new Myton ward air conditioned chapel, beginning at 8 p.m. Mr. Roberts noted that a feature of the program will be an organ number by a distinguished Salt Lake organist. Although sponsored tty Myton ward, the musical presentation Is being planned In conjunction with the annual Pioneer Day observance of Roosevelt stake, and the neighboring Ducliesne Stake. Admission to the program will be by donation, with proceeds going to the Myton ward building fund. In addition to the music and other entertainment numlters, movies will be provided for younger children, and refreshments available for all. scheduled for July 20 The Duchesne County Fair Rodeo Queen Contest will be held on Tuesday, July 20 at 8 p.m. at the Duchesne County Fair Grounds. Contestants must lie residents of Duchesne County, must not be or ever have been married and should lie 15 years old or older. Only those 17 to 25 will be considered for queen, and will be eligible to compete for Miss Utah Rodeo Queen In 1972. Others will be considered for attendants only. The girls will be judged on horsemanship, appearance and personality. They must be dressed In western apparel. All girls interested should contact Mrs. or Lori Dorrlty at Duchesne, 5. LaJean Leavitt at Neola, 738-22- 353-450- 4-- Eighteen young ladies will vie for the title of Miss UBIC this Saturday evening. Song, dance and Instrumental dexterity will provide entertainment as the contestants give their talents In a program which will begin at 7:30 p.m. at the Roosevelt junior high school. The contestants are from throughout the Basin and their talents range from outstanding vocal ability to skill on the violin. A judging tea where the girls will be partially judged will he held at 1 p.m. at the home of Dr. and Mrs. I). G. Mantyla under the sponsorship of the The girls will also Soclalette Club. compete In swimsuit competition that afternoon and the talent and evening gown competition will tie held for tlie public In the evening. Aaron Thedell, Vernal, will lie master of ceremonies and Mr. and Mrs. McNeil Duncan will audit the balloting. Contestants Include . Meredith Mantyla, daughter of Dr. and Mrs. D. G. Mantyla; Karol Allred, daughter id Mr. and Mrs. Jack Allred; Nancy Brighton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lawrence Brighton; Becky Bellon, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Arvln Be 11 on; Susan Rasmussen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. David Rasmussen, Lenna Lee Cherrle Southern Pam Soderqulst Reeky Bellon Terri Lyn Shiner Recommendations from a committee, covering a feasibility study of educational facilities and opportunities for students In the west side of Uintah county, were presented last week to members of the Uintah County Board of Education, and also to members of the Duchesne County Board of Education. The presentation was made by representatives of the Utah State Board of Education. The feasibility study was requested by fact-findi- George Thatcher goes for Doctors degree Thatcher, who has served as Director of the Uintah Basin Area Vocational Center for the past three years has notified the Duchesne Board of Education that he plans on returning to one of the State's universities to complete work on his doctoral degree. Mr. Thatcher has been with the school since Its opening and has seen It through a period of rapid growth. The growth has readied a point where there Is extreme overcrowding In some area. The curriculum has expanded, adult classes are growing In numlier and size, more building space Is needed. William E. Lewis, District Vocational is supervising summer Coordinator, adult programs. He will serve as coordinator until a reorganization of the school Is affected as set forth In House BUI 172, a bill passed In the last legislature giving the State Board of Vocational Education, which Is the State Board of Education, control of Area Vocational Schools. Superintendent Aliplanalp Indicated that there is great concern over this bill, since It can take control from local school districts and put It In the hands of a State He states the bill Is an ambl-gloagency. generalization which does not give direction or definition to what It means. The original Intent of the bill was to allow Area Vocational Centers to give college credits, but Its final passage leaves much to lie desired. Its Interpretation depends on who Is Interpreting It, and for OH hat purpose. Superintendent Abplanalp Indicates that much work Is yet to be done to Insure a continued operation of the Center. He stated that the Board regreted Mr. Thatchers leaving the district, but wish him well In his future work. us UBIC Royalty Pageant Saturday Roberts, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Roberts; Trudy McClure, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Lynn McClure, and Lori Ann Gardner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Earl Gardner, all of Roosevelt. Also Relwcca Sowards, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Glade Sowards; Marsha Miller, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George Miller; Pam Soderqulst, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dwaln Soderqulst; Ellen Kay Ufford, daugher of Mr. and Mrs. Richard Ufford, Lynn Merrell, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Orvil Merrell; Terri Lyn Shiner, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Deloy C. Shiner, all of Cherrle Southam, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Junius Southam, Vernal. Cindy Barton, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Jack Barton, and Connie Jessen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Dewey Jessen, Itith of Altamont; and Robynn llance, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Paul llance, Duchesne. Judges for the event are all of Salt Lake and are Mr. and Mrs. Earl Butterfield, Mr. and Mrs. Hotert Simms Jr., Mr. and Mrs. Vernal Xewtmld and Miss Carolyn Hill. These Judges will also lie actively engaged In the day's activities. The public Is Invited to attend the pageant Saturday evening. Meredith Mantyla Reheera Howards THURSDAY, JULY 15, 1971 Recent feasibility study of West Uintah County suggests retention of present school facilities George Rodeo queen contest IT AH . IMN Beef & lamb barbecue slated by Jeep Posse The annual Jeep Posse beef and lamb barbecue will be held July 29 at the Roosevelt city park beginning at 7 p.m. Funds raised will be used to purchase Search and Rescue equipment Including diving equipment, radios, resuscitation equipment and first aid supplies and equipment. During the past two years members of the posse have been used to help with police duties and funds from this have been used for equipment also. No member of the posse receives any pay for the work they do and they also provide their own vehicles, 10 of which are drive and 5 of which are drive cars to use In search and rescue services. Each member also provides the gas which he used during a rescue operation. They are on call of every day In the year. Chuck Jenkins is commanader with Joel Murphy as secretary and Clay Fransen as treasurer. There are 15 members In the posse. Marsha Miller Xanry Brighton ay 24-ho- Lynn Merrell Film Kay Ufford the Uintah board In order to evaluate various alternatives In providing educational programs from kindergarten through the 12th grade for all students residing on the west side of Uintah county. In making the study, the team worked with patrons, students, school personnel and with citizen panels from the area to ascertain the priority needs still existing In the effort of the Uintah district to provide education for west side students. Through the study, the team considered three basic organizational arrangements, Including the following: 1. The Current Pattern, which presently places 6 students at Todd Elementary, or Whiterocks elementary; 9 at at West Junior high school, and 10-Union high school. A One-Si- te 2. pattern, which would provide a new facility to house grades in the vicinity of West Junior high, and provide grades 6 at the present Todd elementary school, or a combination of Todd and Whiterocks. 3. Senior high at Vernal pattern, which would transport all senior high students (10-1to Uintah high school. Grades would stay at West Junior high, and 9 6 at Todd or Whiterocks. The final chapter of the 178 page feasi k-- 7-- 12 7-- 12 K-- 2) 7-- K-- bility report, released by the Utah State Board of Education, deals with advantages and disadvantages of the three basic patterns, and comparisons of costs Involved. Under all three patterns, the updating of would be and facilities buildings necessary. The current pattern would require a capital outlay of $1,009,600 to bring belittles to adequate standards at Union, West and Todd. The one-si- te plan would cost a total of $1,688,000, Including a new facility for high school, and remodeling of elementary and Junior high schools. If the Vernal pattern were adopted, the study shows that a total expenditure of $1,506,200 would be required, Including $8G9,200 at Uintah high and the updating of West and Todd. Transportation costs under the three plans also vary considerably, according to the study. Under the current plan they recommend the addition of another bus route, for an initial outlay of $14,200, and an annual Increase of $6,100. Under the one-si- te pattern, Initial costs would be 12,700 and annual costs 4,600, Moving the students to Vernal would entail a first year outlay of $77,400 and an annual outlay of $45,800, the report Indicated. After weighing the various findings, tie Continued on page 3 Rites launch Soldier Creek Dam The modern equivalent of the turning of the first shovel of soil was four fingers poised over four red buttons and as they were pushed construction on the Soldier Creek Dam was officially begun. The beginning Saturday will reach fruition In about two years, when water diverted from streams in the Uintah Basin will begin flowing through the Strawberry aqueduct and collecting behind the new dam. By 1978 the lake level will have reached that of Strawberry Reservoir, the old Strawberry Dam will be breached and the new enlarged reservoir will be born 45 feet higher, four times the water and twice the surface area as the old one. The project Is a vital segment of the Bonneville Unit, which In turn Is a key part of the Central Utah Project, the (but complained expensive lengthy, speakers Saturday, underfunded) program then will enable Utah to completed see Its full share of the Colorado River drainage, diverting the water anywhere it Is needed within a area, from Salt Lake on the north to Sevier on the south. The groundbreaking ceremonies above the damslte, four miles east of Strawberry Reservoir, 3 12 miles down a dirt road, drew the heads of two government departments, one U. S. Senator and another former senator, plus many government officials and a large collection of officers of the Central Utah Water Conservancy District. The chairman of the ceremonies committee, John A. Lambert, called the vast project the "fulfilling of our destinies, first as American citizens, second as citizens of the world." In giving the Invocation William called on "The great God of all reclamation" and prayed that men might 'work together In harmony and In strength, both on the Indian lands and the white man's lands a significant request, since much of the key Ute Indian Unit of the CUP will be built on reservation land. One of the two main speakers, Edward P. Cliff, chief of the U. S. Forest Service, praised the high level of cooperation that has been obtained among the Forest Service, the Bureau of Reclama Bro-thers- on Connie Jessen Pusan Rasmussen tion and Water Conservancy District and the Utes. "There has been a free flow of Information", he said . , . "hours In the field together. . exchanged services of survey crews, fisheries biologists, engineers, foresters and range ecologists. "I doubt If there Is anywhere In the nation a more striking Illustration of the relationship which exists between the mountains that produce the water and the valleys they serve than here In Utah," he continued. The second featured speaker, Ellis W. Armstrong, a Cedar City native, who since 1969 has been commissioner of the U. S. Bureau of Reclamation, described the new dam as "being constructed at one of the most favorable sites. . 254 feet high. . 1274 feet long at Its creat. . a reservoir with a capacity In excess of one million acre-feet- ." ", . .extensive recreational facilities, abundance of fish food that could even Improve Its fishing characteristics, boating, municipal and industrial purpower, poses, Irrigation, hydro-electr- ic and flood control." "We all know by now that man has the capacity to be careless, to be wasteful, to be heedless of dire consequences. . but man can, and must If he Is to survive, also act to Improve his surroundings through careful planning", said Mr. Armstrong. Other fingers on the buttons Saturday, Senator Frank E. Moss, said, "This Is where the action Is" and complained that funding for the project Is being pinched by Eastern legislators who fall to understand that such projects are not spending but Investment. Gordon Harmston, executive director of the Utah Department of Natural Resources, who called the project a "means by which our rural Utah Is being made viable". Arthur F. Watkins, who represented Utah In the U. S. Senate when the Colorado River Storage Project Act was passed, was on the platform too. Also was Arthur Finley, president of the Strawberry Water Users Assn., which started It all In 1905. Cindy Rartoa Trudy McClure |