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Show curtailed to a certain extent by the ruling ciiiilrolim; the flaring of natural gas, Production l'p During July, I lie last monthly report available from the stale oil and gas cuiiM'i'vat ion cunimission, fields in Duchesne ciiucly attain produced over half milium barrels ul nil. and nearly half million Ml!" gas. The actual figures were "i'.!."i,7iMi l.anviN nl nil. ami 493. IW MCF NEW RESERVES County oil fields bring new focus to Utah production With a total of (SO rotary rigs now drilling in the Basin, and at least two more large units and crews scheduled to he moved in, this area is now being designated as one of the greatest reservoirs of oil in the continental United States. Reserves of oil and gas presently top all other areas, with the possible exception of one field in Texas, according to a recent oil industry publication. Until as recently as one year ago, some oil officials still held some doubts as to the overall value of the fields in Duchesne county. Drilling problems, high pressures, processing difficulties and other factors all clouded the economic future of further oil development in this area. Today, however, the horizon is brighter. With the first gas processing plant near completion northwest of Roosevelt, and the second one in the Altamont area now under construction, and much greater emphasis being placed on development of the entire field, oil companies have given a complete vote of confidence to the nation's newest oil field. Still Mime Problems Problems still exist, however. The nature of the viscosity, and the high parafin content of the Husin oil has presented special problems transportation The present pipeline to Salt Iike (W.th all districts except Tnbiona reporting) i;as. refineries is full, ami ;i fleet of tanker "i endeavoring to take up the slack, large line is near possibility of a reality, with hciiuiK flat ions along ih oil. way to allow W Hie Many other pusNibilitics haw been explored, including piping the crude other markets, m- even partial rcfinim; of the product in the field to make transportation easier. Volumes iiuw being produced in is fast creating a greater transportation prnlilim. And with tlx completion of the gas processing plants, the field will see even greater oil production since production The uriiiiere is now Ol' i Ins,. Mais, 2l7,:!li2 barrels of oil and Jii'i.lis Ml V gas was produced in the Altamoni field, from li5 producing wells. The Bluebell field produced 216.112 MCF gas from 29 barrels of nil and 17. prmlucing wells. The Cedar Kim field accounted fur 22. ITS barrcis uf oil and The luilance of the .'M3ti MIT prtHliictiiin in i he county comes from various smaller fields and individual wells. L' nl il tin- - gas processing plants are cmnpletil. some flaring of gas is still being done in the 'unit v. I Hiring July, a total uf '12(1,(121 Ml T i.in was flared or vented. During July, by way of comparison, San Juan county produced t).ll,:i:)5 barrels of oil, still the highest producing county in the stale. 1'imah county's production was listed at l.'iii.L' l.'i barrels of oil, and 253.5K4 MCF gas for the month. iy" MM 10 AtuliTton, 1561 over White, 1314 - VOLl'MK (10 M'MKKR UOOKKVKI.T, 1)1 ( llr.SNK COIXTY. IT.XH - 84o(i October 31 November l November 2 November 3 November November 5 November C If you want to have a balanced personality, you should forget your troubles as easily as you do your blessings. We were glad to note this week the announcement of a public meeting to aire some of the decisions facing city fathers of Roosevelt in the near future. It is particularly important to face the issues now, before we are backed into a corner. We realize that over the years various city councils have been criticized on not letting the public know what is going on. Well, now's your chance. Three basic issues will be discussed next Thursday, Nov. 16, at 8 p.m. in the junior high auditorium. The issues are increased water rates, a new airport, and water flouridatiun. If you are interested in any of these subjects, be at the meeting. As is often the case, those who are in oppostion to any of these issues will be present. Those who are avidly in favor all generally attend. But those of us who are passive, don't seem to care, are the ones who should be present at the meeting to help decide the future of the city. Have you ever noticed that generally those who complain about the way the ball bounces are the ones who dropped it. :::." We spent an hour talking Monday with representatives of the National Humanities series, who were here to present a program in Roosevelt. It was very interesting. It was set up as an interview for us to get information about the visitors. But they seemed to have such a genuine interest in the area that it turned into a "mutual exchange of ideas" session, with us filling in some of the facts and figures of developments in this area. We feel sure their program will help us if we but make full use of the facilities provided. One of the main premises of the humanities program, according to Mrs. Mary Adams, who is coordinator of the series, is to gel people In set down to discuss together and cummuniratc communities needs, and he aware of the feelings of others. It is a good idea, particularly as we are now enveloped in vast economic changes in the Basin. ... And we couldn't help but think about their comments when the city council announced that they were to have a public meeting next week to talk about particular problems facing the rity. This is exactly what the group of visitors were suggesting. Only they stress the importance of our taking pride in our communities. Becoming well enough informed that we can go to these discussion meetings and add materially to the function. Dr. Kanter and Dr. Simpson, who were the "experts" on hand for the humanities series, were also very interesting to talk with. We would hope they an impressed with our communities, and are able to find some basis for stimulation ami help in our situation. One injured in a one-ca- r mishap One man was injured in a one car accident Sunday evening about a mile west of Duchesne. The car left the rond and hit a Itank then flew some BO feel Iwfurp landing. The driver, Dan Norton, 21, of Hi vert on. ws taken to Ihe Durhesne Co. hospital at Roosevelt for treatment ol injuries. He was charged with drunk driving and Hrivini? on a revoked license. Till KsD.W. MIVKMHKK Then? were in Octolier. lileh 39 39 -- 40 53 48 54 2 lew 10 10 24 23 25 36 37 h. v. v-:- ':-- '' ' .?.': n preclp. .06 .21 12 inches precipitation Roosevelt Post Office bulges with extra mail gEsf unofficial returns in Duchesne county, with all districts except Tabiona reporting, it A visit to the Roosevelt post office on would appear that KulonAnder-to- n most any day of the week will confirm the has won the 4 -- year county fact that it is "bulging at the seams". commission race, with Dave According lo Postmaster Arvin L. two-ye- ar Sam the race. Bellon. the rapidly increasing business is taking In taxing present postal quarters and the force is working overtime to give service to customers and to move the mail. Jeff Winn tries to sell Maxine Hamaker a pair of fancy drawers as Mark Dennis Peddler Man evaluates the situation. 'Oklahoma' to be presented at Union Nov. 16 and 17 The well know n Rodgers and musical "Oklahoma!" has been selected by the Union high scool music departent as its annual musical for this year. Evening performances for the public are srheduled for November 16 and 17 at 8 rents for p.m. Tirkets are seventy-fivstudents, $1.50 regular price for adults and $2.00 for reserved seats. The story is a colorful portrait of life in Oklahoma territory at the turn of the century hefre Oklahoma was granted statehood. The opening of "Oklahoma!" finds there are problems in the Ham-merstei- n e relationship between Curly MrClain (Mark Dennis) and Laurey Williams (Shauna Rasmussen). Aunt Eller (Maxine Hamaker) tries to help them out. but gets trouble of her own with the entrance of the peddler man, Ali Hakim (Jeff Winn), .ido Annie (Catherine Moon) also has trouble trying to deride who she likes and city council of Roosevelt, following the regular council meeting Monday night of this week, announced ihnt a special public meeting is planned for next Thursday evening, Nov. 10. at 8 p.m. in the Roosevelt junior high auditorium. The meeting is being held in an effort to obtain public views on several issues that are presently faring the city. Each of the issues to he discussed could he classed as "controversial", and members of the council feel that public sentiment is needed now in order to fare possible votes on Ihe issues in the future. The three basic issues to be discussed will include fluoridation of the culinary water supply; the proposed raise in water rates lo meet increased needs (and to qualify for federal funding of a water projerl): and ihe proposed rhange of the airHirt location. Postmaster Bellon reports that the Roosevelt post office delivery area iopulation, which includes rural routes, has increased from 4290 on July 1, 1971 to over 5353 at the present time. During the past year 293 new post office boxes have been installed, bringing the total number to 916. All boxes are rented and about 180 families are gelling their mail in general Dennis unopposed for 3rd term Robert Clyde was also returned to the Utah Senate, and Dan Dennis to the House. Anderton polled 1561 to 1314 for White. Sam received 1496 votes and Christensen 1381. A complete tabulation will be made in next week's paper. Gold and Green Ball is set The Roosevelt and Roosevelt Second ward Gold and Green Ball will tc held Friday. Nov. 10, beginning at 9 p.m. at the Roosevelt-Seconward cultural hall. Continued on Page 3 There will be a floor show beginning at p.m. The "Sound Column" orchestra will present the music for the dance. There will be a charge of $1.00 p er person. 10 best. Ali Hakim or Will Parker (Brent Wilkinsl. The viilian ol the show is Jud Fry (Craig Ashbv) who wants to lake Laurey from Curly. The broadway musical features such musical selections as "Oh What a Beautiful Mornin". "The Surrey With the Fringe on the Top", "People will Say we're in love. "Oklahoma", and many others. Director of the musical is Mrs. Beverly Evans. Musical director is Mr. Murell Johnson. This year's student director is Edna Lemon. A special ballet number is being featured in the dream scene. Mrs. has done the Kaye Trowbridge choreography. Tirkets may be purchased in advance from Union High Concert Choir mcmliers or by contacting the high school at Production of "Oklahoma!" will be in the Union high school auditorium in Roosevelt. 722-247- Public meeting planned to air issues for Roosevelt City The mayor Sam, over Christensen, 1381 . Clyde winning over Shisler . 1496 J A l li TU v Mm :.m&a fl 1 KLrtdn II II3TTI III: - Each of these issues are of vital public interest. It is important that all residents of the area are on hand to discuss the various possibilities, and hear pros and cons. City officials feel that only in this manner can they obtain the feeling of the residents of the city as they approach decisions on these matters. ' PTA bake sale The Duchesne Elementary PTA will hold a bake sale Friday, Nov. 10, beginning at I p.m. Baked goods will be sold either in front of the First Security Bank or the IGA or but h. This projerl is to help raise funds for safely road signs and other PTRA projects. Everyone is asked to donate and to bring their baked goods to Ihe elementary school or call Dmina Mcxcnen at 7M 57N!i or Bonnie Mczcncn at 7.W572I. 1 Crowded Slacks, bags ud Imixcs ef mail fill the Koohcvelt post office to overflowing as It dues earh day when the mail toinch in to . r be sorted and processed (or the local area. Mailman Kelly Sprouse begins to sort the mail he Is to lake nut nn one of the routes.. |