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Show THE ZEPHYRDECEMBER 1993 Dear Jim, When I retired a few years ago my wife and I were fortunate to have been introduced to the Moab area and to find an ideal place to build here. I have read the Zephyr from the fust issue and look forward to both the humor and discussion of issues each month. The Zephyr ( and Times Independent) have helped us get better acquainted with real people, places and issues. I ran cattle in Texas as my second profession. I loved the work of ranching and gained deep 1 appreciation of the need for conservation of our natural resources. Also, ran for an elected position (minor). My campaigning was limited to the statement that I believed that there were two sides to any question and that both sides should be heard with an unbiased ear. Even though you obviously have strong feelings and biases about the major issues and events concerning Moab, you do an admirable job of seeking to provide a forum for both sides of issues. Your array of Zephyr contributions is great even though I often disagree with cither their opinions or style. You and the other writers comment on the state or national scene, morals and general current events, but your focus is on the Moab area. To reiterate, I admire you, an editor, for soliciting and encouraging publication of diverse view points. The recent edition of Hank Rutter does add more balance. His articles make appropriate points and give him a chance to state his opinions; e.g. Lake Powell Blues (Oct. '93) and Recall Mania (Nov. '93). I lowcvcr, often making his "conservative" position clear, I hope that Mr. Rutter does not continue to harangue us with the stereotype "conservative put downs". Of course, valid, objective criticism is welcomed, but 1 do not believe that repeating the lines of the political spin doctors contributes to the enlightenment or amusement of readers - many of whom are probably conservatives. If he focuses more on real issues, I believe that his column will contribute even more to the Zephyr. I could not end without complementing you on choosing to publish the entire Verona Stocks memoirs. This scries is a real jewel of local history and a chronicle of an outstanding individual. Long live the Zephyr as an open forum. Tom Cartwright Moab PAGE 31 SlOJKM 8UIBUBE1S GSDG G&GJMa EEBE IEB TOYS FOR KIDS Between November 29th and December 20th, come into TCI Cablevision and sign up for cable TV or upgrade your current cable service, and at the same time make this Christmas special for many children of Moab. Bring in a NEW $10 toy and we will install your cable for half price. (Does not include - wiring - new installs. Kaventa Coffee House 92 E. Center 259-25- 53 Bring in a NEW $10 toy and we will hook up expanded service with no upgrade charge. Bring in a NEW $10 toy and add any 2 pays plus Encore for half price. Next to the Downtown ALL TOYS ARE GIVEN TO NEEDY FAMILIES IN MOAB. Visitor Center. 7 AM to 7 PM Daily. Now offering whole bean or ground to order SALT LAKE ROASTING COFFEES Soup Pastries Sandwich AND DONT FORGET WE SERVE BREAKFAST Outdoor Equipment Rentals Rock ENTRADA R HuMo-H- ut 259-66- "Come to where the; 801-259-57- 259-836- Office: 801-259-26- 259-50- S 26 0 50 Look for the palm trees at 47 E. Center St.' FAX: 14 MILE 04 ONHWY 191 & adjacent cabins P.O.Box 567 Moab, UT 84532 Ludean Walker (H) Janie Tuft (H) Skiing PAST ELI'S action isn't. ...Just the river, the canyons, and the quiet. Complete houses Panadtoe TSeat Tours Backpacking-Kaya- k C N A Climbing-Mountaineer- ing 96 THRIVING RESTAURANT with an oasis atmosphere. Includes a deli and bakery. Located downtown in central commercial district. Specialty vegetarian cuisine unmatched in this area. Open 7 to 10 for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Requires appointment to sec this one of a kind restaurant. Call Ludean 93-09-0- 2: for more information. New passive solar home of Southwest stucco design. 2 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Lots of ceramic tile throughout and lovely custom cabinets. Exposed deck and beam ceilings at 244 Miller Lane in Castle Valley. Priced at $135,000. Call Janie. & 2 Building lots zoned R--3 in Cottonwood Subd. Views of the red rocks and LaSal Mts. Priced at $20,000 each. Call Ludean. LOCATION, LOCATION AND LOCATION is what this Urge lot has to offer. Across from the City park and next to HMK school. Utilities available to street. Zoned R-Priced at $52,000. Call Ludean 4: 93-04-- 10 93-04-1- 1: 3: 259-26- 99 2. CALL TODAY AND ASK ABOUT MOAB'S NEWEST PLANNED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT! ORCHARD VILLA TOWNHOMES, REALTOR southwest design, 2 and 3 bedrooms available for reserve your townhome. pre-sal- e. Call and |