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Show Farm fuel priorities need to be extended Roy Holman, President of Utah-Idah- o Farmers Union says that the Carter Administration's pledge to prioritize fuel in favor of agriculture production is a step in the right direction, but it will leave farmers on irrigated farms short. The special "rule 9" permits agricultural producers to receive their current requirements of diesel fuel during the period from May 10 to July 81. "We appreciate the above action, but the end results will depend on its successful implemention," Holman stated. Farmers on irrigated farms will be Gasoline storage a safety hazard A Salt Lake City man received burns recently when gasoline seeping from a pinhole leak in a barrel of gasoline stored in his basement burst into flames. His basement was badly damaged. Another Salt Lake man had a first-degr- drum of gasoline stored in the back of his pickup truck when he was involved in a traffic accident The drum split oped, spilling gasoline udderneath the truck and the other vehicle involved in the accident Both drivers ran dear before the vehicles shot up in flames. Many Americans, like these salt Lake men, view gasoline storage as an - answer to gasoline shortages often without realizing the terrible hazards involved in the storage of gasoline. "Storing gasoline in your car is like playing Russian roulette with flammable liquids having the odds against you," said Investigator G. R. Mclff of the Salt Lake City Fire Department If the car is sitting in the sun, it may reach a temperature high enough for tozk and volatile vapors to release into the interior of the car. One gallon of fully evaporated gasoline is nearly as powerful as a case of dynamite, Inspector Mclff said. A CB radio with a transmitter would be enough to ignite vapors. Local merchants have reported an tanks and cans. Other merchants report waiting lists and back orders for tanks. Avoid storing gas, said M. F. Henry, a Flammable Liquids Specialist for the National Fin Protection Association in Boston, Massachusetts. If storage is essential, then store it in a safety can. Safety cans vent themselves during overpressurization; other containers do not Containers sealable for water may not be sealable for gasoline since enormous run on gasoline Bargain basement advice period is extended from October, which our organization is recommending to the Department of Energy, Economic Regulatory Administration. We are also asking for price controls on the diesel fuel. Over-al- l energy costs have increased 118 percent since 1972, while farm prices have stayed almost constant The UB. parity ratio for all farm products stands at 78 percent as of April 80. "Increased fuel prices have contributed to our double digit inflation more than any one item. This increase is directly related to the increase in the cost of food to consumers, Holman concluded. gas is much less dense than water, so be sure to use a safety can. Fill cans only about 75 percent full "Leave about 25 percent empty to allow room for expansion of liquid or vapor during a temperature change, Mr. Henry cautioned. Tanks of 25 gallons and more also should have safety vents and be capable of allowing for the expansion of gasoline and vapor. The tank and fill stem should be securely mounted to the outside of. the vehicle. The tanks should be fully accredited to meet Federal Impack Safety Regulations. Gasoline should never be stored inside the home or garage. Store it outdoors in a shed or a place of at least 50 feet from sources of ignition, of which there are many in the home -water heaters, stoves, furnaces, even refrigerators and vacuum cleaners. If you see someone storing gasoline improperly and hazardoualy, report it y findings of this report The effects of the current Iranian situation, for example, should dampen out well before 1990. Similar short afraid to g : Finally. Paulos stresses the importance of cleaning and care after purchase to maximize a clothing budget. "Always buy garments with care labels and fiber content clearly marked. that must be dry cleaned may turn out to be more expensive than the higher priced washable item. "And dont assume your dry cleaner will be able to toll the fiber content of an unmarked garment," she warns. There are too many blends of synthetics and natural fibers to be sure. Patients STANDARD-J- A revolutionary approach to medical training in which arthritis patients instruct and grade medical students and doctors in the basic skills of examination of the joints is paying off at un 21, 1979 The program was designed to correct profesons. in sional shortcomings exThe examinjoint conducting was periment reported and demonstrated to ations, by testing and and testing health professionals at- teaching, is prim"Arthritis again. the Arthritis tending Foundation's annual arily a disease of the medical meeting by Dr. joints, Dr. Gall pointed Eric P. Gall, Southwest out, "and proper joint Arthritis Center, Univ- examination is critical to ersity of Arizona, diagnosis, to planning treatment, and to evaluTucson. ation of treatment the University of teach doctors Our Readers Tell Us. Aris- . . ioo stains look in lesser-know- Dike D n outlets. "Discount stores and thrift shops offer great bargains," says Paulos. "Bargain basements are another gold mine. Paulos explains that major department stores located in larger cities are often organized with the designer shop on the top floor, the better dresses on the next floor down with the bargain shop located in the basement If a dress doe an not sell in the designer shop, says Paulos, it may be moved to better dresses and so on, until it's been marked down and ends up in the Should you have a gasoline fire on your property, do not put water on the flames. Small fires can be smothered out with fire extinguishers. Large fires should be reported to the Fire Department immediately, as should fires in large containers which could explode. The best thing to do is to get out of the area and call the Fire Department. Even if gasoline could be safely stored, it cannot be stored any longer than three months without a build-uof gums which coat the tank and plug carburetor orifices, stopping the p engine, Dr. Hill said. Because of this build-u- p of gums, gasoline should not be left sitting in lawn mowers over the winter. If you have questions on gasoline storage, contact the Salt Lake City the Salt Fire Department at Lake County Fire Department at 1 or call the Utah Energy Hot-Linat or toll-fre- e ttlfo to bargain basement "It's possible to find a Halston in the basement if you're really lucky, she adds. She warns that shopping in discount stores 535-718- will of 266-358- 581-542- 4, test the imagination the shopper, since little effort is made to . merchandise. For the creative shopper who's willing to sacrifice atmosphere and fancy dressing rooms, there are great bargains in the discount stores, says Paulos. The former fashion buyer advises its wise to relaset up an tionship with professional sales people. These are individuals who maintain a personal file of custom- . on-goi- term energy supply disruptions during the 1980's would also cause minor ripple effects when viewed from the long-terperspective of this report Entitled Tomorrow's Energy: 1990 and Beyond, the report is the first by Shell projecting into the 21st Century. In Juy of 1978, Shell published "The. National Energy Outlook, According to the Shell report the need for increasing amounts of energy is certain. What is uncertain is the type of energy transition that will take place over the next thirty years or s& The final section of the report acknowledges that action is needed now in order to avoid or reduce the severity of future problems. Several specific actions are suggested to make the coming transition less painful for 1980-1990- ers which includes size, taste and specific gar- ments desired. She also says it's wise to establish charge accounts, since credit customers often receive advance notice of sales. Sales are a good way of saving money, says Paulos, but the shopper must be alert to some ". common pitfalls. Shop very carefully, being sure to double check for flaws, good alL construction, matching Copies of Tomorrow's Energy: 1990 and Beyond are available free in reasonable quantities from Shell Oil Company, Public Affairs, P.O. Box 2463, Room 1535, One Shell Plaza, Houston, Texas 77001. plaids and other design problems," says Paulos. "And be on the lookout merchandise for ship-inthat has been brought in just for a sale. "The easiest way to spot a ship-i- is to notice a lack of quality or construction; an or a tag that has obviously been forged to make it look like legitis have mate bee. made. Take time in shopping, she adds,- to make sure you're getting the best buy. "The malls make it easy to check several shops to make sure you're getting the best garment for your money, says Paulos. "And don't be tempted to buy something at a store where you have a credit card, when you could buy it for less somewhere else if you had the cash. Never impulse buy for something to wear i Since most of us prefer to shop locally, we want to know when our stores have something special that we want to buy. The ads in this newspaper n off-bran- d, immediate give us that kind of information like special prices, new merchandise, something great to wear, food bargains, services we need, items appropriate for each season, and mark-down- The amendments also provide a basis for denial of benefits to claimants who make false representations or withhold material information in order to obtain unemployment benefits. It is estimated that the changes will effect a savings of $3 million a year in benefit payments. Previous Foundation studies pointed out that in several areas Utah's unemployment compensation law was considerably more liberal than that of most other states. Over the past several years, unemployment compensation easts in Utah have risen dramatically. Total benefit cost in Utah during the past those six years have exceeded incurred during the previous 85 years. In a recent state-wid- e survey conducted by an independent research company, over half of the readers of Utah's weekly newspapers said the local community paper was their most important source of shopping information. s, Unemployment law stricter on payments Unemployed persons in Utah will experience more difficulty in collecting unemployment benefits unless they are actively seeking work, according to a study just released by Utah Foundation, the private tax research organization. At least this is the ehief aim of new legislation for Utah's Unemployment compensation program enacted by the. 1979 Legislature. The Foundation reports that the changes are designed to tighten the Utah law with respect to the payment of benefits to claimants who voluntarily leave work, are discharged for cause, or fail to accept suitable work referral. occasions. A cheaper buy all-en- to the Fire Department You usually will not have to file a complaint The Fire Department will investigate and take appropriate measures while keeping the source of the complaint confidential. Shell report looks at energy supply beyond 1990 despite considerable slowing in energy demand growth rates, sccording to a long-terenergy assessment released by Shell Oil Company. Looking at the worlds energy requirements beyond 1990, the Shell report also concludes that whether transition into the next century will, in fact, be smooth or disruptive will depend on the interaction of various economic, social, political and technological forces, both domestic and worldwide. Furthermore, as domestic energy consumption continues to grow, all major energy sources will be needed. Since the focus of this report is on the period beyond 1990, any shortterm disruption in the nation's energy supply as is currently being experienced, should not affect the major dress youre considering can be adapted for office use and wear for other . showcase There may be significant difficulties in meeting U.S. energy demand around the turn of the century, . "You can look like a million bucks without spending it, says a University of Utah fashion expert, but only if you're willing to make the investment of time and planning. "It's not how much you spend on your clothes that makes the difference," says Cindy Paulos, graduate assistant in the Department of Family and Consumer Studies. "It's the time, thought and artistry which you use to make the best choices." The former assistant buyer for Goldwators in Phoenix says the consumer can be trained to recognize fabrics, design lines and styles of major reputable clothing manufacturers, and that knowledge will make bargain hunting easier. "I look for dothes that I recognize were made by a nationally known designer but that are being sold under a private label or no label at d at a savings, sayrf Paulos. "And many of the chain stores carry merchandise from these same manufacturers with no label. are Often bargains waiting for the professional shopper who's not caught short, unless the emergency e, ohe advises. tonight, look past to"Always night to determine if the . much, much more. We want to know where to spend our money for the highest quality, best service, and lowest price. Best of all, the ads in this newspaper give us that information without interrupting. If we are not interested, we ignore the ad and read things that do interest us. But when we are ready to buy, the ad gets our full attention. We want to know everything about it before we spend our money. Yes, the ads are an important part of this newspaper. They help us make better buying decisions. ' UiNTAHlBASIN SERVING ALL OF DUCHESNE COUNTY. PLUS WEST UINTAH COUNTY |