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Show Altamont plans celebration for Longhorn Days this weekend -- See page 1& 75th Year Thefts of property, cash, etc . plague Basin communities -- See page 11 No. 29 Wednesday, July 20, 1988 Basins water needs should be separate from C.U.P. -- See 1 Roosevelt, Utah 11 page 16 Pages 50 Cents City Council hears about vandals, water At the regular meeting of the Rooeevelt City Council on Tuesday, July 12, the council heard ' has been plagued with FIRE, FIRE EVERYWHERE-TheBas-in over 24 fires in die last five days, most of which were started by lightning. The dryer than normal weather and high temperatures have resulted in more, hotter burning fires that have consumed several thousand acres in the ration so far. This fire in Uintah Canyon burned about 200 acres on July 16 before it was controlled. Another fire is burning near Dinosaur Monument at the current time.(Photo by Roger Burton) hotter, more explosively due to the dryness of the vegetation. Two of the worst fires so far have the Black Tail Ridge fire and Orange Mt. Fire, both of which were started by lightning July 13. The Black Tail Ridge fire was r and conin mostly sumed about 250 acres before it was contained and controlled. The Orange Mt firs, located five miles weat and three miles south ofFruitland also started the same day and by Thursday Juty 14, had put out a column of smoke Pinon-Junipe- that could be seen aa far away as Vernal. The smoke hugged the ground through Arcadia and dimmed the skies like fog in Alternant reportedly even dropping ths temperature, according to some residents. By late Thursday eveufog the smoke could be seen severing almost the entire Basin. Young said that over 800 acres and one log cabin were burnt up in the blaze and that over 120 fought the blaze. Firs lines were cut around other cabins endangered by the fire-fighte- rs Thefts plague area; property, cash taken According to information released by the Duchesne County Sheriffs Office, a burglary ring" of approximately five or more individuals went on a crime spree" in the Altamont and Duchesne areas 7 taking thousands of July dollars in cash and merchandise. There were three burglaries in Altamont and one in Duchesne, according to officer Dale Johnson of the Sheriffs Office. The first burglary took place in the early morning hours of Friday, Juty 15 at Country Flair in Altamont The group reportedly broke into the store, taking the safe, pocket knives and other small items as well as clothing items. The safe was later found, peeled and the checks were recovered though the cash was missing. About $2600 in money and property waa reportedly stolen in the burglary. The store waa hit again, early Saturday morning; Juty 16, with approximately a pickup truck foil of clothing items, leather jackets, coats, boots, hats and more being taken, approximately worth 15-1- Jerry Foote. The same Tgroup of five or more individuals also ia suspected e of burglarising the Conoco in Duchesne, Sunday morning, where $5000 in cash as well aa cassette tapes, candy and other items were taken. Unsuccessful attempts were alao apparently made to break into Kohls Market' and Self-Serv- Fire-fighte- ends in accident who were outside the stalled vehicle when the Cess pooch vehicle approached, attempted to dive clear before impact old female was The unable to get clear and was hurt 17-ye- ar the vehicles collided, receivbroken a leg and laceration e. ing when fire and eight fire engines and a base camp were involved in the operation. Forest Service personnel , BkM, BIA and state forestry personnel were also involved. from the Fruitland, Duchesne and Myton departments also participated in the action as well. Another fire in the Uintah Canyon Saturday, July 16 consumed approximately 200 acres in a spectacular blaze, but was brought under control within 48 hours. At press time, crews were gearing up for a fire within the boundaries of Dinosaur Monument. The fire was actually in the rs Continued on page 8 She was taken to Duchesne County Hospital for treatment Clyde Cesspooch received severe head and face lacerations from the accident and was admitted to DCH and was in intensive care. His brother Zack, was also admitted with unknown injuries. Clyde Cesspooch received a citation for DUI and five other d citations were issued for under-ag- e consumption of is still under The incident liquor. investigation by law enforcement Officials in cooperation with the BIA, who was originally called out on the mailbox incidents at 4:38 a.m. and other charges may be pending. 'According to information released by the Utah Highway Pa alcohol-relate- trol, an alleged mailbox mauling spree resulted in an accident early ; Thursday morning, Juty 14 that injured several young people, two seriously. The alleged accident happened about 5 a.m., a of little over five miles south-eas- t O on tire Road, Independence Big when a stalled car was hit by another vehicle traveling at approximately 55 miles per hour. Allegedly, the first vehicle, a 1980 Buick driven by Misty age 20 of Myton was traveling south-eaon the road, running down or knocking down mailboxes when it apparently stalled. Passengers in the vehicle included Lorie Meeks age 22 and Ron Gabbard age 20, both of Myton and old female. another The second vehicle, a 1968 Chevy, driven by Clyde Cesspooch, age 19 of Randlett collided with of the stalled vehicle. the rear-enh Other passengers in the vehicle include Phillip Garda, age 19 of Ft Duchesne and alcohol-relate- d Per-an- k, st 17-ye- ar d Cess-pooc- Altamont plans celebration for Longhorn days in July Bonanza in Duchesne aa well. Tim investigatingofficer ia Rick Harrison.. At first law enforcement officials were suspecting a group of burglars from Wyoming passing through the area, but now belief that local individuals are responsible. The thefta are under investi-Continu- on page 8 Altamont ia planning a big celebration over the Pioneer Day weekend with activities and events that range from a talent show to a parade, barbecue, rodeo and more, Juty 21-2- 3. The festivities started Juty 16 with the Queen Contest where Amber Burton was named Miss Altamont, (see related story on Queen Contest). Thursday, Juty 21 Round-u-p Days start winding up with aTal-en-t Show, starting at 7:30 p.m. at the high school, sponsored by the Booster Club. On Friday, Juty 22, there ia a Pet Show at 9 a.m. in Altamont Park with the concession stands opening at the same time. The Fun and Games start at 11 a.m. in the Altamont Park with the Rodeo starting a 7 p.m. at the Rodeo grounds. Saturday, Juty 23, starts with a Chuck Wagon Breakfast featuring blueberry pancakes, sausage and eggs, all you can eat" for $9 per family, $1.50 for adults, $1 for children 7 and under. The breakfast will be served from 0 a.m. in the park. There will also be a ceremony at 6 a.m. followed by flag-raisin- aMarathonrunat7a.m.Themain street will be closed at 9:30 a.m. for a bike race just before the parade, so early parking is suggested, as the race and parade will run straight down main street The Parade itself starts at 10:30 a.m. with a rodeo startingup at noon. The Bazaar opens in the park at 5 p.m., followed by abarbe-cu- e at 6 p.m. Cost of the barbecue is $4 per adult $2 for children with children under 3 free. There is a program at 6:30, 2, followed by an auction. Fireworks at dark wrap up the days festivi- ties. $3700. Also burglarized the same morning waa Omans Floral, where entry waa apparently gained through the food service part of the business and about $50 in cash was taken. Investigating officers for the incidents were Deputy Wendall Roberta, officers Dale Johnson, Travis Mitchell and there was no precedent, no action was taken. In other business the council approved a request concerning having food booths at the Junk Yard Classics Car Show August 13 and 14, sponsored by local groups, provided they obtained the proper food handlers permits from the health department and cleared everything through proper channels. The council also approved the request for free swimmingfor kids during Kids Day from p.m. on August 27. Plans to see about getting funds for a Hayden Well number 4 by getting the interest forgiven on a temporary basis by the Impact board are still continuing as well. The old sewer lagoon pasture was leased to Grant Earl and a fence change to allow sunbathing at the pool was approved. After other business, the council went into executive session on a personnel matter and then adjourned. Mailbox mauling The passengers of the first vehicle Forest fires dot the Basin, destroy thousands of acres According to Merlo Young of tho Forest Service, there have been at least 24 fires started by lightning and other sources, combined with the extremely dry weather conditions and high temperatures, have resulted in the loss of thousands of acres in the Basin in the last five days or so, scattered across the area. Young laid that the dry conditions have put the areas forests into extreme fire danger a month ahead of the normal fire season and that the fires are burning reports about problems with van- -' dalism at the new rest rooms at Constitution Park and water runoff from a city well in Hancock ' Cove, among other items of business. The recently constructed and completed rest room facilities at the Regional or Constitution Park, have been the subject ofvandalism according to information released at council meeting. Several stalls were torn up, doors torn off and a sink nearly detached from a walk The damage that was done has been repaired, but due to the suspicion that the damage happened after the park is supposedly closed after 10 p.m., the rest rooms will now be locked up from 10 p.m. until 8 a.m. in attempts to stop the destruction of the facility. Water runoff from one of the city wells at Hancock Cove was also discussed as being a concern, especially with the current water shortage in the area. Since it wasnt causing any damage and GROUNDED-Th- is D-- 1 8 Twin Beech airplane, owned by Buzz Krissman, was being flown by Howard Harding, on Thursday, July 14; he had landed and applied the brakes, when the gears locked. The left engine ignited, but Harding was able to extin- - guish it on his own. This type of plane is apparently notorious for a troubesome landing gear; this particular plane was to be sold in Salt Lake City the following day... Sheri Holgate and Veky Farnsworth chaired the Queen Contest the Booster Club sponsored the Talent show and concessions while Connie and Brent Holgate handle the fun and games. Larry Henry is responsible for the pet show and the Continued on page 8 |