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Show February 16, 2001 The Summit Count' Bee I'jigc A2 Tell Mg About It Ersatz by Leon Slmliter ready" foi launching, l anding .impacting is a belter word) at a first heard this word dm I speed of about 7 niph the same speed at which a paiatroopcr lands the craft would send hack vital information usable in the preparation of plans to loti a huge guided missile whose explosive impact would deflect any future asteroid's impending collision course w ith the earth No question about the fact that mankind is at the apogee of discoveries tight now. with even more rapidly forthcoming ones, due to out increasing ability to uncover heretofore unthoughl-o- f possibilities 1 akc. for example, our latest shock I mean the recent promise future that our computer-guideincludes the attaining tf consciousness - by computers - w ithin a very few years. Scarey. it accurate, it means that computers will have the capacity to attain their own will and make decisions .moral implications W W II . mff tlnlli (.I s discussing the ter -- nhle taste ! (ienn.in inlkr. 1 lanslated. it it. e a n s "replacement ur substitute umwIIv suppes And it live id inlen.'i qu.ilit) made me think Aie we hunians iNitsm.irtin).' hiiim'IuV Must id us c'liitinii.Hislv marcel at the sctenld ic uunmplishmenis we have .nine Mil (liiinigh an (almost wmld null- ini wmk id sliciimIic' coopei.ilioii. imjiiirx to iminiiv. I - d lusual-l- . Xiepliiip. id course. vine enemv I nations who steal ideas limn mei n a and its eunpei.itivc allies, hut loninhiiie noihinp in reliiin except the problems ibex creof ol their ate as a our discoveries Often, however. a lot ol iliesc s pains do result I mis-usag- and such), to actually "think," through a process of true masoning. In other words, lo render decisions that, in all sense of humanity, should he left lo the burden of human stewardship. in leplui ernenl or substitution id belli i piodiK Is loi other less suc-ci's- sl ill ideas While a lot of man's discoveries. Sure, machines under total iNsiup out id necessity wars and such aie incredibly destructive, to su the least, many have proven of pieal hcnclil to all of us. Cuiieiiily.cxcn thouph the eailv winning" project of buildmp missiles to track and slar-wa- is desiios othei. aggressive. incoming missiles has been scoliinply eriti-uci- l. there is a project emanating Imm it that shows promise, for sears, the perceived problem of criuni asteroids colliding with our planet has been a very real problem needing a solution. And. lot some lime now. efforts to loft a spacc-cia- ll into space, with the intended purpose ol crush landing on one of these asteroids, are now "lesl- - human stewardship can he beneficial. but it would he impossible for any scientist lo convince me that machines could ever evolve into the heights of flexibility and compassionate judgment that the human soul possesses. That's about the crux of il - the moment of truth, so to speak The soul, the human soul, which each of us humans possess, is what machines will lack. Tell me. how is science going to reproduce that in a machine? More importantly, even if man discovers how to assemble a mechanical soul for the machine, how w'cll will it function'.' Where will it go when the mni hint dies (becomes obso lete)? To a computer-generate- d heaven ... or Hell? Man has already, in my opinion, traveled well past the accepted threshold that our (.real Creator has patiently observed. I'm referring to the human triumph of "cloning." While far from being a religious fanatic, I admit being confused by man's meddling ways. I seem lo recall that one of the things most religions agree upon is a Biblical quotation regarding God's creation of the "heavens and the earth." stating that each plant, animal, bird, creature, human, in short all living things" were to . . . go forth and reproduce. . . each in in own kind." So where does "cloning" come in? Could it be that the patience of our Great Creator is wearing a little thin with mans meddling? Makes me wonder just how many potential problems man may create as he continues to "discover. Maybe the ancient Greek mythology god. Pan - half goat, half man, is not loo far from man's creative efforts, right now - or the Medusa, with snakes for hair and a turn stare that could you into stone. Leave that one alone. That's what are for. Mother-in-law- substitutions and replacements are great, at times, especially when there's no other option. But there's still nothing compares to the genuine, human, compassionate feeling, function, and responsory need consistently flowing from the original. Thought for the day: The trouble with using experi- ence as a guide is that the final exam usually comes first and then the lesson." Anonymous 15U Extension The Summit County Bee welcomes tetters To The Editor on any subject. They must adhere to the following Office, P.O. Box 7, Coalville, UT 84017 or the Kamas Office, P.O. Box 225, Kamas, of g the events my unfold on television- - I can say I have been there and watched that in lest and training events. Go athwhile stuff is letes!" I must admit that fun lo play in deep down 1 have some concerns, the main ones and it's beauty is often being traffic, sately of guests and incredible as residents and the fact that IF the it resembles games aren't paid for. WHO will diamonds make up the difference? Although sparkling in we have been constantly reassured the sun. It allows us to he able to that we will not feel a pinch. I just have water In drink and make our can't help hut wonder about that little problem. lawns green and to have the opporOn the filler hand. I never tunity to enjoy indoor plumbing. NIT! I do believe I am ready to dreamed tha. ,.iy little corner of the universe would he seen on World lime mmc warmth and sunshine. I was talking with a friend in Si. Wide stations. If handled properly, ( icorpc last week and I had to listen this event can be a great the friendliness and beauty of to her say. we do have our cold weathei. I've actually had to wear I'tah. t now if the drivers will and not he their usual my coat several times. My sons and gtandsons would argue the rude selves.) Anyway, one thing is certain, time is ticking away and the point that the snow is so much fun 10 "play" in. bill I guess what 1 am days of the games are getting here I need a vacation on a fast track now. trying to say is somewhere where it is warm." Also, the little dark" side of me those who have been putting can't help but feel sorry that two 011 talking about the Olympic men worked hard, giving their all to Games as much as possible, well, obtaining the Olympics for Utah, that ian'1 be done mm It longer. and have been pushed hack away Can you believe in less than a yeat from them. I know criminals should now we will he in the locus ot the he prosecuted and I know that many world'1 I have a cousin from Salt will disagree with me on this hut. lake who is already doing her since this is my personal column, I work at the Olympic Park, must say that I truly believe there because she got het request turned are more people involved than those in early and is she ever having a two and that they have just become good time I know several people scupegoats tor the others. Guess in w ho inniped due time the facts will surface and right into the volunteer we will have more information and program in an effort to he involved as tickets lor the games are expenthen maybe 1 will have to eat those words. 'Nuff said on that. sive. and they wanted to he a pan of While I am complaining, well things- - somewav somehow. Personally. I just laugh when son of, I just have to add my dispeople tell me gee. with your press gust with the manners of cell phone users. I have one. I use il. but hopepass you will he able to pet right in the middle ot things. fully I don't abuse it like so many What is not realized here is dial do. It is such a great way to keep in the bigger fish are the ones who touch with family or to do business. will he trout and center and that is But. there just has got to be a limit in the importance of the topic. I get pcrtectly fine with me. I have been irritated when people are sitting in a lucky enough to visit the venue sites on several occasions and when meeting and off goes the phone, or I am in a ntovie theater or in a restaurant. sitting quietly in the comfort Go to the restroom for heaven's OK. so know it is winter and I know the 1 home-watchin- one-showi- lr " r. )' : N$efri f 1 watched one day while at a cafe as one man a short distance away picked up his phone. During the entire time he and his companion sat at the table, he was on the phone, eating and totally ignoring the person with him. 1 just love it when I see people walking around in a store with one and some of the conversations are so important- - Hi sweetie. Mommy just wanted to let you know I am shopping. Dinner will be late. Bye." Now, if the child wanted to say something she never even gave them a chance. As soon as she hung up. she dialed again Hi, Sis. what are you doing? just wanted to let you know 1 am shopping... The best line 1 heard lately was "the louder the cell phone ring, the longer it takes to shut it off." I suppose my biggest pet peeve is seeing so many people trying to drive with one on their ear. That is downright scary. Since it looks like 1 might need an attitude adjustment right now. here is a favorite thought of mine by Joseph Fort Newton. We cannot tell what may happen to us in the strange medley of life, but we can decide what may how we take it. happen to us and that is what we do with it what really counts in the end. How we take the raw stuff of life and make it a thing of worth and beauthat is the test of living." ty A short note of thanks inserted here to my husband for the wonderful valentine surprise. It was such a neat treat to w'alk into the office Wednesday morning and see a huge bouquet of flowers and balloons sitting on my desk. (He had unknowingly slipped into the office while 1 was at home Tuesday night). The date request in - Monday noon to be considered for that weeks issue of the paper coming out on liFlV Ogaimalion To Sponsor Open House For New County Commissioner Friday. The letters must be hand signed with full address and person writing the letter,. No letter will be published under an assumed name. Name may be withheld on request at the discretion of the managing editor or publisher of The Summit County Bee. They must not contain libelous or slandering material. Writers are limited to one letter in two. weeks. Please try to hold the length of Letters lo the Editor to approximately 300 words. The editor's of the Summit County Bee reserve the right to edit andor condense The Business and Professional Women's Organization will be hosting an bpen house so residents can came and meet your new County Kerr. The date chosen is Saturday, Commission Repre sen tali Feb. 24. with the place being Denise's Home Plate Gazebo in Coalville from 4 p.m. All residents are encouraged to come and visit with Shauna. na 2-- Grants Offered to Rehabilitate Historic Commercial Buildups The Utah Pioneer Communities Program and the Utah State Historical Society haw teamed up to offer matching grams for the rehabilitation of historic commercial buildings in the state. Building owners can apply for up to $5,000 to help pay for the maintenance, repair, or restoration of the historic character of their structures. Applications must be received by Mar. 16. For more information 8, toll free (877H88-323- 3 contact Bun Oliver at (801 ) ext. 638 or Don Hartley at die Historical Society (801 ) Grants must be matched by an equal amount of financing from the property owner. The Pioneer Communities Program in the Utah Division of Community Development promotes sensible, sustained economic growth based on local history, heritage and culture. 538-863- Letters to the Editor Preference will be given to short typewritten (double spaced) letters permitting the use of the writer's name. letters subject to condensation if they are too long for the space available. No politics endorsement letters will be published as letters To The Editor. The views expressed in guest editorials or Letters To The Editor do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the All editors or publisher or express the viewpoint of this newspaper. 533-356- Egjptian Theatre Presents ... '1 Call us with your story Ideas1. 336-550- The Egyptian Theatre company proudly presents "Always Patsy Cline." Coco Sansoni and Andree Petersen return as Palsy and Louise, respectively. Patsy sings 25 of the songs that made her a legend and Louise tells die story of their friendship. Performances are Tuesdays-Saturda- y. Feb. 24 -- Mar. 24. 2001 at the Mary G. Steiner Egyptian Theatre. 328 Main Street. Park City. For tickets call or t i Subscribe to The Summit County Bee Db Summit County Staff Daw Godfrey Weft, Hchet (in. LT MOiZ. Pcrukiicuk-Pumac- r Paul at Gwlvilk. IT M0 17. POSTMASTER: Send aJJnra. chaupo to The Summit County Bee. P.O. Box 7. Cmilvillc. IT M017. Bruce Watch QrapMc Daelgn Aimene Moldy Cam KenMcWhrter Tan of this newsCopyvght 2000 The Summit County' Bee andor Wave Publishing, Inc. All rights reserved. The entire contents Production paper Jay Promt is -- Dan Cart Rand Card Donna Hanson Damn North No part of this publit tion may be reproduc in any form without l written consent of tl Managing Editor 01 fSflfi nMDTIQi KariMcFaa Dnoe Humhds EflBdetman CodyHorroctt The. Summit County Bee (UTSP 525-M- 1 (line AIAVAVS-Pal- sy LOVE YA! Thanks Hon! That was real awesome and made my day so special. Have a great week. See Ya next time... 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