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Show f THE SALT LAKE TIMES FRIDAY, OCTOBER 12, 1973 Page Eight Economic Position Improves After 1960 Decade Declines Utah has improved its relative economic position among the fifty states somewhat during the past several years after having declined badly during much of the 1960 decade. This fact was brought out by Utah Foundation, the private research organization, in their latest analysis of personal income trends in Utah. According to the Foundation report, personal income in Utah last year was equal to $3,728 per capita. This sum was 17 below the U. S. average of $4,492 per capita. Utah ranked 38th among the fifty states by this measure of economic affluence. The study notes that in 1969 Utahs per capita income was almost 20 below the U. S. average, and Utah ranked 40th among the fifty states. During 1962, on the other hand, per capita income in Utah was only 8.6 below the U. S. average, and Utahs ranking by this measure was 29th. One factor in the lower per capita income figures for Utah is that a smaller percentage of Utahs labor force work in the higher paid occupations, with a correspondingly larger percentage employed in the lower paid activities. In 1971, for example, 26 of the nonagricultural employees in the United States were engaged in manufacturing, usually a high income occupation, in compared with only 15 Utah. Another factor in Utahs relatively low per capita income is , the large size of families in the State. When personal income is related to the number of households rather than the number of individuals, personal income per behousehold is only about 8 Foundalow the U. S. average. tion analysts point out, however, that the larger family size in Utah results in greater needs. This is especially true for government where the larger size means more children to be educated and consequently a greater educational burden for the schools which are the costliest function of state and local government. The latest data prepared by the U. S. Department of Commerce shows that total personal income in Utah during 1972 amounted to $4,197,000,000. This represents an increase of $423 million or 11.2 above the 1971 figures. The nation as a whole gain in perregistered a 9.0 sonal income during this same period. One aspect of the Utah economy that has given analysts concern in the dependence on government operations within the state. Personal income in Utah from governmental received sources (Federal, state, and local) amounted to $1.3 billion last of year. This was equal to 31 sources. the total income from all By way of comparison, approxi-mate- y 24.5 of total personal income in the United States was paid out from government sources during 1972. Special Legislative Session Looks Toward $9 Million in Tax Relief The levy reduction to zero (Continued from page 1) mill will mean just over $3 milfor a one cent decrease in the lion but could be raided by the states sales tax from four to legislatures 1974 budget session three cents. The bill, if passed, since it is not effective until would cost the state some $36 1974. million in revenue. The $36 milThe other bill passed beyond lion is only an estimate. the regular session deadline the The property tax was elimi- $6 food sales tax credit on state nated by an amendment by Rep. income tax, estimated to put $6 Daniel Dennis with the original million back into the citizens bill setting a 1.6 levy. The bill pockets won House approval in which also moved the power to a 64-- 6 vote. Debate had been set the mill levy from the State held on the bill to have a $8 Tax Commission to the Legisla- limit but that was defeated. ture was one passed by the 1973 Under the new measure, constituthe after Legislature Utahns filing income tax returns tional midnight deadline and the in 1973 can claim a $6 credit mill levly for 1973 has been re- for each exemption amounting duced from 4.6 mills to 1.6 mills to a credit or refund of about one third of the sales tax each administratively by the person pays on food annually. Disabled Vets Pa y Lipped by $157,000 for First 3 Months Controls Contribute to Baling Wire Shortage Moss Suggests Electric Company Promotional Ad Restrictions The manager of a Utah farm supply organization blamed government price controls in part for the current shortage of baling wire that is causing concern during the final hay harvesting of the year in Utah. Jacob Fuhriman, manager of the Utah Farm Bureau Service Company, pointed out that manufacturers of the scarce product applied to the Federal government recently for a price increase to cover higher costs of manufacture. This request was denied, with a suggestion that it be repeated at the end of 1973. But steel companies have decided meanwhile to divert much of the metal to more profitable items, putting baling wire in short supply. Some wire will be manufactured during the winter, and most dealers will get some supply during that time, according to Fuhriman. He said one Colo- A bill that would prevent electric companies from promotional practices designed to increase wasteful uses of energy is be-n- g offered by Utah Senator Frank E. (Ted) Moss. Moss hopes to add it to an energy conservation bill (S. 2176) currently in Commerce Commit-;e- e for a y review. The legislation has already been approved by the Interior Commit-e- e. 30-da- 10-perc- ent counter-productiv- The Moss amendment would direct the Federal Power Commission to issue regulations disallowing as part of the rate base, expenditures for advertising and promotional practices which are ikely to lead to unnecessary or wasteful uses of energy. It would also require the FPC and other federal agencies which produce or sell electrical energy rado manufacturer could not predict how much baling wire it will make during 1974, but probably no more than in 1973. Even with a in- 10-perc- ent crease, Fuhriman said, the U. S. product would cost farmers far less than imported baling wire, which is priced about higher. Keep checking with your supplier and buy as much of your 1974 supply this winter as possible, the Service Company manager advised Utah farmers. Intermountain Farmers Association is expecting a carload 80-perce- nt soon. He also cautioned that twine will be priced higher in 1974. Buying now may save as much as $5 a bale over next summer's likely price. Mtn. Fuel Wins Award For Annual Report Mountain Fuel Supplys 1972 annual report has won a third place award in its category of natural gas companies with revenues over $75 million, in a contest sponsored annually by Financial World magazine of New York City to recognize excellence in corporate financial reporting. Literally thousands of companies enter their annual report in the Financial World contest and winners arc chosen by a carefully selected panel of professionals. Mountain Fuel award winning entry featured a dramatic cover of bold lettering of which was a photograph of the companys Brady oil and natural discovery well. A special section inside the report dealt with questions and answers covering topics most frequently asked by shareholders and customers. Harold W. Simpson, company director of public relations, compiled and edited the annual na-tiona- ly Utahs DAV National Service way funded or supported by the Office represented 123 more State of Utah. However, the sales signed, legislation to establish a claimants and won and protected ax alone on our three month new, untried, and untrained pro- $156,966 more in VA benefits for effort would amount to $34,628 the first three months of this fis- paid into the coffers of the state. cal year than for the same period And, projected over a one year period, this would mean Utah in 1972. According to National Service would collect an additional Officer, George L. Carey, during $138,000 through no effort of own. July, August and September, the :ts Mr. Disabled Carey also emphasized Salt Lake office of the is American Veterans represented this the report of only one of 479 veterans and widows com- the three veterans organizations pared to only 356 a year ago. (in addition to the DAV the The full amount of dollar bene- American Legion and the VFW fits won and protected thus far also maintain service offices) this fiscal year amounts to $769,-51- 7 who, for long years have carried compared to $612,551 during alone, and at their own expense, the first quarter of the 3 fis- the tremendous job of providing service to Utahs veterans and cal period. As NSO Carey pointed out: their survivors. And, he addThe service programs of the vet- ed, now the State Legislature erans organizations are in no lias passed and the Governor has 72-7- I gram completely apart from the established veterans organizations. Because this new program is to be one of referral, as opposed to professional service, the main effect it will have on us will be to add to our work load with no offer of financial help for the work done. Agonizing Pain From Ingrown Toenail? Get Outgro For Fast Relief Outgro gives you fast temporary relief from Ingrown toenail pain. Outgro toughens irritated skin, eases inflammation, reduces swelling without effecting the shape, growth, or position of the nail. Stop Ingrown nail pain fast with Outgro. to submit reports to the Congress on the impact of rate structures on consumption and conservation of electrical energy. Recently Moss told a group of national power company execu-tife- s that they should not permit advertising which leads to wasteful consumption of power. In a period of short supply of energy, said Moss, continued advertising to increase use is e. He also criticized other plans aimed at increasing consumption. Practices such as installation allowances, service and merchandising subsidies, finance assistance, cash payments, and other similar practices would be unlawful in many other businesses, Moss observed. In todays energy crunch it is Office of Child Development Created by Board of Education Responding to a request by Utah Governor Calvin L. Ramp-tothe Utah State Board of Education has created an Office of Child Development. The new office will work closely with other concerned agencies such as the Department of Social Services and will function directly under the State Superintendent of Public Instruction, Dr. Walter D. Talbot. The purpose of the newly created office will be to develop methods of reaching families of young children in order to involve parents in the developmental processes of their children and to provide for the emotional and training needs of children. Recently appointed Director for the Office of Child Development is Mrs. Nancy Abraham, a Utah County resident and mother of three. She holds an M.S. degree from the University of Utah in Elementary Education and Educational Psychology along with a special fellowship completed at the John F. Kennedy Child Development Center in Denver. Her experience includes a three year principalship of the Salt Lake Head Start and Model Cities Early Education programs where she directed the education of some 360 youngsters enrolled in the project. She also taught for four and one-ha- lf years in n, elementary schools in Murray and Granite School Districts. Mrs. Abrahams own philoso- phy of education suggests that parents should be involved to a greater extent in the educational process, especially at the preschool level. She would also like to see a preschool program made available for all four year olds. One of her goals is to help establish Early Childhood Development offices at the district level. In her new assignment she expects to upgrade the quality of Childhood Developmental Programs throughout the state by means of training sessions for educators, parents and other agency personnel, through local workshops on early childhood education techniques. A special interagency Program Committee is being appointed to help coordinate efforts by the office. The 13 member committee will include representatives from education, social services, the state planning office, and three representatives. The new office has received financial aid from the Region VIII at-lar- ge office of the Department of Health, Education and Welfare in the form of a $40,000 grant. The Office of Child Development will begin operation on October 9. Kennecott Copper Elevates Executive Robert W. Shilling of Silver City, N.M., has been named new mines development manager of the Metal Mining Division of Kennecott Copper Corp. The appointment, effective immediately, was announced by C. D. Michaelson, president of Metal Mining Division. Mr. Shilling and his family will relocate in Salt Lake City. In his new capacity Mr. Shilling will be responsible for all new mine development within the Metal Mining Division and will report directly to Mr. Michaelson. 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