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Show 4ouUU Pout-Wo- iu Schedule of Swat July 4th COUNTING THE REMAINING DAYS Hat! the hvth ! Jib CsbbntiM tarta are ths werktog b srs. Ths fifth auraal evaat wil attract hndrcda al dsaecrs, slagera, aad spectators to the Utotoh aad Over Ressr-vatfaa- . By plaaaipg activities are left to right, TsmAppeh,Vielst Parriette, Lois LaRese, aad Director Fraads Wyasket. ipitii $4,000 is O Fourth of July (Continued from Front Page) Mr. Wyaaket stated that the Committee felt themselves extremely fortunate to have been able to retain Mr. Goggles. Henry Cuch, the Coordinator of the Flag Ceremonies, announced that the Committee has chosen to honor the late Rex Curry during the daytime activities by flying his flag from sunrise to the retreat During the evening events each of the communities will be honored by having a flag of one of their veterans flown. On the evening of the first day the Tribe will honor John Harper Nick, their sole surviving veteran of the first World pow-wow- and great charm. (Morning schedule same as 4th) out-of-sta- te run out Chief Gerald Martinez of the Ute Tribal Police stated that there will be several areas designated for parking. Those choosing to ignore the parking restrictions will have their vehicles towed away. An patrol will be set up to protect the campers; ' however, Mr. Wyasket asked that it be emphasized the the Tribe will not be responsible for any accidents or loss of property. Drinking on the grounds will be absolutely prohibaround-the-cloc- War. . (Morning schedule same as 4th) 4:00 - 5:30 Adult Sports Competition Baseball Bear Dance Exhibition 8:15 Grand Entry 8:30 Retreat 8:45 Dancing Junior Division Dancing Contest 6 yrs. to 14 yrs. 2:00 - 4:00 Pow-Wo- w July 7th (Morning schedule same as 4th) 6:00 Adult Sports Competition Parade 7:00 Grand Entry 7:15 Retreat 7:30 Adult Contests Women's Buckskin Slow War Dance Fancy Dance 2:00 - 4:00 Prizes will be Awarded upon Completion of Competition Arena Director, Luke Duncan, will be in charge of the dance contests and other related activities. Mr. Duncan announced that the judging system will be five judges with a voting system. This year the contests will spread over three days. The Tiny Tots will compete on J uly 5, the Junior Division on July 6, and the Adult Division on July 7, the last night. For the Fancy Dance and Slow War Dance Contest a nightly elimination will be held. Four people will be selected each of the first three nights. On the final night 12 Fancy Dancers will compete for the top money prize. The same procedure will be followed for the Slow War Dance Contest. The parade event, which will be held on the first and last night, is under the direction of Norma Denver. Entry registration will begin at 10 a.m. on July 4 at the announcers booth. Trophies will be presented to winning entries. RexLaRose, the Ute Tribal Recreation Director, said that competitive sports will be held for the young people and adults every day. On Thursday a watermelon bust is planned. Everyone is invited to attend. , For those anticipating setting up a camp, Mr. Wyasket said that efforts are being made to provide encampment space within walking distance of the dance arena. Showers will be provided at the Randlett and Whiterocks Gyms. The swimming pool facilities will be available in the morning for those desiring to shower or swim. There are a limited number of tepees available for rent. Mr. Wyasket stated the Committee would like to see the tepees reserved by'or for the out-ostate singing groups. The distribution of rations will take (dace each morning for each Indian camper under the direction of Hank Harden. Firewood and good culinary water will be available at the site. Restroom facilities will be adequate to meet the anticipated needed to pay the extra costs. When asked why he felt the cost should be so high, he said that several of the s other that had traditionally been held on the 4th of July had been cancelled this year, because of this, many people are planning to come here. These additional people will mean higher costs. Plans were made to give drum groups $25 per day. Luke Duncan said that these plans are still in effect and this will be done until the available funds k ited. Coordinating this year's activities with are Frances Poowegnp, Luke Duncan, arena director; secretary; Henry Cuch, flag ceremonies; Rill Workman, Tom Appah, utilities, grounds; Rex LaRose, recreation, boot lies; Hank Harden, rations; Walt Sixkiller, Marshall Colorow, tepees; Alfred Parriette, Joe Thompson, fireworks; Wesley Jensen, construction of arbor; Charles Wells, sanitation and health; Violet Parriette and Aldora Duncan, queen contest; Norma Denver, parade; and Dave Vander-Kraatpublicity, advertising. The Miss Fourth of July Pow Wow" Contest this year will be open to young Indian maidens from all tribes. Candidates will be judged on participation in Indian dancing, traditional dress and general appearance. Contestants must be between 14 and 21 years old and all girls attending this year's pow wow are invited to compete. Final registration will be at 2 p.m. July 4. For additional information or advance. ' registration contact Violet Parriette at 6 or Lois LaRose at Mr. Wyasket s, 454-334- 722-240- Lady Luck Follows Committee Member f needs. A raffle will be conducted during the celebration to help offset the tag exMr. Wyasket penses of the Pow-Wostated that in spite of the $5,000 provided by the Rusiness Committee, another - Lady luck was with Gary Poowegup last month when he was the winner of a drawing at St. Michaels High School near Fort Defiance, Ariz. Mrs. Mary LaRose sold the winning ticket to Gary and the check was presented to him during spring break by Clare LaRose and Delphine Yazzie, students at St. Michael's. The drawing was in conjunction with the private school's annual bazaar. . |
