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Show Fge Four THE SALT LAKE TIMES FRIDAY, MAY 12, 1972 Gov. Calvin L. Rampton Cites Need to Attend Mass Meetings the- -L EASED Totalitarian hegemonies, autocra- cies and dictatorships have all M New Philosophy Needed (Continued from page one) stories from the USSlt on new forms of power generation indicate. These stories of progress abroad are in sharp contrast to our own press releases which take almost macabre pride in recounting impending power shortages in the U.S. shortages that are due in large part to the molasses like red tape and environmental obstructionism that every electric company in this country must wade through before a single new generating facility can be constructed What our country needs most right now is a new energy philosophy a philosophy that accepts energy as a basis of life and progress. Disarmament Not Acceptable Governor Calvin L. Rampton In a letter to the citizens of the state of Utah Governor Calvin Rampton said: In an age in which the complexities of daily life make the search for answers to the myriad of world, national and local problems so frustrating, we all ask ourselves: How can I become involved in a meaningful way to combat these pressing Life magazine recently invited its readers to express concerns? their own opinions on the subject of crime. Forty-thre- e Certainly, the long history of man and his relationship with thousand readers have responded to its brief questionhis community and government naire often writing letters as well. The results of the has been a manifestation of difLife inquiry painted a grim picture of a nation besieged ferent techniques and theories. by criminals. percent of those who responded sometimes feel unsafe in their own homes. Eighty percent in big cities are afraid on the streets at night. The inquiry also showed that 43 per cent of families were crime last year. Thirty three per cent keep a gun for self defense. Forty-on- e percent say their police protection is inadequate, beleaguered citizens views on gun control laws shoudl be a revelation to the politicians who have crusaded to disarm the law abiding. Life reports that gun control laws found no sympathy among letter writing respondents to its questionnaire. One writter, a lady from Salt Lake City, comments, Every criminal is a potential killer and a target for a populace legitimately armed. In older times the six gun was the only means of evening the odds between two legged predators and the peace loving. Judging by the Life survey a great many law abiding citizens today rely upon the authority of the equalizer for their immediate protection and they do not look kindly upon those who would deprive them of that protection. Seventy-eig- ht vic-tim- es Special Penalty Required The shocking spectacle of terrorists blowing up L'.S. airliners and threatening nationwide disruption of air carrier operations should cause reconsideration of the wisdom of outlawing capital punishment. There are some olfenses treason, presidential assassinations, bombing of airliners and the like for which the guilty should suffer the supreme penalty. The ramifications of the legal procedure that nowadays offers refuge for criminal acts beyond the comprehension of the normal mind should be closed to the perpetrators of such crimes. California, like many other states, lias banned capital punishment. One may well wonder whether removal of the death penalty in California has increased the risk of boarding an airliner in California an airliner that carries perhaps 300 or 400 passengers. blows up that airliner, along with its hundreds of passengers and is eventually convicted of the crime, apparently in the eyes of the law and society, he is now to be considered no different than any other felon. He is to be counted as a member of a civilization If a criminal been proposed and tried with little citizen participation or success. In light of these facts from the legacy of time, I am convinced that the democratic tradition is the greatest hope for preservinga nd furthering the noble goals of life, liberty, and happiness. The great issues of our day, war and peace, environmental quality, crime, education, drug abuse and economic responsibility, offer us all a challenge to display our commitment to these ideals. With the election year of 1972 the American public is again called upon to participate directly in the electoral process. The mass meetings of May 15 are a vital initial step in allowing citizens at the grass roots level to involve themselves in voicing their opinions about the issues and selecting local delegates to represent them. This involvement is the keystone of our democratic system, and especially in these critical times, it is imperative that all Americans exercise their political power. I urge all Utahns, particularthe newly enfranchised youth, ly to attend the May 15 mass meetings in your area and perforin a valuable service to yourself and your fellow citizens. Your concerned action is critical in helping to shape the future. GRAPEVINE v f Members of stale government per diem boards may participate in partisan political activity only if their principal employment is private rather than public in nature. This is the opinion handed down by Attorney General Vernon Romney in a reply to a request from L. Rampton. headed by the a violation of Governor Calvin The matter was recent matter or the Hatch Act. Recreation minded persons are slowly burning while Congress-fiddlearound with the ideas of what to do about fees in federal recreation areas. The Senate and House have passed separate amendments to the Land and Water Conservation Act but they havent got together ir iron out the differences and so users of federal recreation areas are confused on what will be charged this year. s A petition to change the re- quirements by which a political party may place candidates on the ballot in Utah was denied in Third District Court by Judge Stewart Hanson. In denying the petition of the Human Rights Party, the judge upheld a state requires any group lieutenant governor and held the law which Com. William Dunn to qualify as a political view that only the most highly seeking must secure at least 500 Will Run for qualified person should be sought party signatures including at least 10 for the post. of State Secretary In 1970 while serving his sec- signatures in each of 10 differond term as Murray mayor, Mr. ent counties. (Continued from page 1) Dunn was named Utahs OutThe Department of Housing of State Clyde L. Miller. standing Municipal Official. And and Urban Affairs approved the Dunn, mayor of Murray at the earlier, he was selected as one second annual grant to the Salt time, was elected to a four year of Utahs Three Outstanding Lake Model Cities program. County Commission term two Young Men and in 1971 was The City was made in the sum grant years ago. given the Murray Chamber of of as last same the $3,982.00, He made his announcement at Commerce Community Service year, bringing the total federal award. a news conference in the He is on the board of directors funding to S6.1 million for the Building. I have taken a great deal of of both the National Association plan. time trying to make the impor- of Counties and Utahns for Efthree days back tant decision of whether or not fective Government and is the Approximately due Salt Lake City employes to seek state office and which chairman of the Governors Ad- pay 1 was since on July approved by the Community office to seek if I did become a visory Council Lake The Salt Commission. City Affairs. candidate. extra money, $110,000, was due The candidate operates two "While trying to make the depharmacies in Murray and is a the city employees because of cision, I have traveled to various member of the Church of Jesus the differential in pay from the areas of the state to consult with Christ of Latter-da- y Saints, hav- old salary schedule through June party leaders, long time friends a as ing served bishops counselor 30, 1971, and the increased saland trusted advisers. ary approved by the city comDunn said many of those he and stake high councilman. mission last June. conferred with expressed conLife is a long lesson in hucern about upgrading the responA possible test of the constisibilities of the office to that of mility. John Barrie. tutionality of a bar against persons who have been residents of the state for less than five that can no longer stomach the inhumanity of the years from being candidates for death penalty. One cannot help conjecturing how long a political office will be tested. Alfred J. Olsen, who filed for sucli civilization can endure. State Auditor, was refused his application and filing fee from Secretary of State Clyde Miller because he had been a resident of the state for less than four years. Olsen felt that federal requirements shortening the period Jor becoming a voter might also void the prohibiting of five years to hold an elective office. City-Coun- ty dial 860 Where thousands of listeners enjoy concert music and news every day! Approximately 155 acres of federally owned land will be :ransfcrred to Utah for Park and Recreation use under the Presidents legacy of parks program. The property to be conveyed to lie stale is adjacent to This is the Place Monument. The property part of the Fort Douglas military reservation is valued at about $(i()0,000. |