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Show C 9 September 7 2001 Page A2 7ol Mo About it ThE "Pat" HancJ by Leon Slmlster For those ho ol you have never played poker, a pat hand is when you think llie cards dealt to you are high enough to win that hand and that your chances of iniprovement are small it you discard any and replace them with new draws." So you stand pal" by hotting on the hand tleall to you and hope that no one in the game has a heller one. Many times this discourages otliei players and they drop out of that hand's bidding. Such, apparently. is llie case in I 'tab's politics as viewed by the Republican Party. Occasionally I get to thinking that life, for some, seems to he played I mm a pat hand and would he pretty hard to improve upon, hut every so often you get a look at a card that blows your mind. Well, what I was thinking was that, uh. I've been sort of comfortable with IJlahn (not to being a born-agaicast aspersions on the associated with being a Christian i . . . HUT. . . the recent, n name-likene- ss - not just per state, but nationally as well, than just the two dominant parties now existing . . . well, more than existing. . . total domination, would be a more accurate caption. It is for that reason, and probably that reason only, that so many people voted for Ralph Nader in the past Presidential race. The need for a third party was alarmingly ignored by the voting public. Little did they realize that this recent, Utah thunderclap decision would occur later, and if successful, could (possibly) trigger a copycat epidemic, nationwide. Starting with the 2002. June, runoll elections, this (we'll call it plan A") will become official policy. and will he strictly enforced. This strategy, according participation to Republican hierarchy, is to eliminate the possibility of sabotaging" the electoral process, and to help decrease the many kinds of "electoral dirty tricks." Funny. . . I've always thought that the dirty trick" segment of politics was a commonly understood and expect- ed. normal part of the grungy, functional, political process. Ilmmm. . . live and learn. Even our buddy, the Guv," Mike Leavitt, has voiced sur- If it does. Act two: Enter prise" (?) and doubts that it will be in the best interests of the party. Too, U.S. Senator, Bob Bennett, says. "It's a bad idea." It could be that he's coming from the statistical angle, because it has been noted by some statisticians (that's (he folks who keep track of such nonsense) that there are maybe as many as WWf of the registered voters in Utah who regard themselves as independents, and, as such, money. It always does, and will (only moreso) and will then are Republican edict imposes, seems to display a rather striking arrogance in comparison to the other, official, functioning, party, who in the Democratic primary festivities (2002 ), are planning that all, and not card-carryin- become even more nightmarish to realize that money and money alone once again, has perpetuated this endless buying of access to office by funneling every candi- date through one of the only two, allowable, overpowerful parties in this great country. Allowing a party to dominate as totally as the current, Utah g Republicans. It is prohahly apparent to all who follow the political process that the reasoning behind the highly questionable, dazzle thingy that Utah's (irand Old Party has now shaded into existence has put me in a tizzy. I'm talking about the powers-lhat-h- e g deciding to allow only the Republicans to punch a ballot for nominees". All others stay home - mainly independents (like myself) and especially (shudder) those of the species. card-carryin- recent edict is that party officials arc worried about the obvious (and previously accurate) danger to primary elections is that the opposition has been known to organize a vole for weaker candidates in a primary in order to eliminate others who may he much more difficult to defeat in a general election. All this strategy and counter-strategin my opinion, zeroes in on a more crucial need for more y, Letters To tHe EcHtor Bad 2 Association any, eligible voters will be not only allowed, but encouraged" to attend. Editor: The BAD 2 Association will hold a reunion at the Sheraton Gty Center, Salt Lake City, UT September 13 to 16. During World War II, BAD 2 was a huge Air Depot in Lancashire, England as a part of the US 8th Air Force. With 10,000 Americans on the Air Base, they out numbered the population of three adjoining villages, Warton, Freckkrton and Kirkham. Aircraft used by the 8th Air Force were modified . andor repaired to suit the needs of 8th Air Force combat units. Although other planes, such as the P-fighters and 7 bombers were worked on, primarily, BAD 2 handled modifications, on B-(Liberator) bombers and 1 (Mustang) fighters. Brand new planes were sent there upon arrival in England to have changes made that would have slowed down production lines in America. These modifications made die aircraft safer and more efficient. Such planes were actually made better than they had been when they left factories in die United States. Thought for the day: Under democracy, one party always devotes its chief energies to trying to prove that the other party is unfit to rule - and both commonly succeed, and are right. H. L. Mencken. 47 B-1- Pam s PIace ly a pleasant one. Noticed many took advantage of Words are windows to the heart. 10- - A skeptic is a person who when didn't have family outings at the various he sees the handwriting on the any trouble coming up a with resorts. The sunny days and warm nights were just what the boaters Well. I certainly topic to write about (as I this week because I lived the topic well do quite often). It is called having good intentions and then not following through." The best example of this would he attending (or not) the Francis Frontier Days. For several weeks I had planned on doing just that, hut then the old proverhial 'stick it on the shelf and forget about it' routine just fell right into place, and the planned event went right out my head. Tile planned event went right out my head when a nephew and his wife from Oklahoma arrived. Since that is a rare treat and they needed help with a broken vehicle we traveled to Ogden for parts and then settled down to visit and I just figured I could alwas just attend on Monday. On Monday. I slept in. then got involved in deep" cleaning two rooms and needless to say I forgot once again about the days events. Another trip to Ogden was on the docket and about half-wa- y there I remembered where I was supposed" to really he. From the words of several who did attend, it sounds as il it was the great event I imagined it would he. It takes a lot of work to put on a program such as the town has built up over the years and I congratulate those who I know gave their all to make il great for others. The county is filled with lots of great volunteers who really dig in and obtain great results. What did other residents in the county do over the long weekend? Park City held their Miners Day celebration which is always an anticipated and welcomed occasion. Resurrecting contests from days brings out a large crowd and the huge breakfast starts the day off in a grand way. Several residents took off for a week-en- d of fun as they went camping, taking advantage of the and the beautiful long week-en- d weather. That thought had entered our minds as well, but never got attended to either. Personally, the thought of so many people out and about the countryside was not real by-go- 24 P-5- seemed to want. Sand, surf and family all( combined to make a pleasant time for those taking advantage. Picnics, bar-hc-cu- laughter, lounge chairs all called out to a number of folks as well Ive been told. Others took time to spruce up yards in preparation of the fall season. painting projects were completed and took the term labor day seriously as a day to work and not just relax and enjoy a well earned day off. Came across another wonderful story I just have to share. A lady was sitting on a park bench, becoming more distraught with life as each moment passed. Suddenly, a young hoy approached all tired out from playing. Look what I found" he said as he showed the lady a flower he held in his hand. In the mood she was in, all she could sec was that it was wilted. Sitting down next to her, he stated it sure smells pretty and its beautiful too. Thats why I picked il. here, its for you.Taking it moft-l- y so that the boy would leave, the woman reached for the flower and the hoy held it midair. She then noticed the boy was blind. Thanking him for the gif), the hoy wall, claims its forgery. 1 - It isnt difficult to make a mountain out of a molehill just add a little dirt. 12-successful marriage isn't finding; the right person-it- s being the right person. 13- - The mighty oak tree was once a little nut that held its ground. 14- - Too many people offer God prayers, with claw marks all over them. 13- - The tongue must be heavy indeed, because so few people can hold it. 16- - To forgive is to set the prisoner free, and then dis1- od gious nuts. 4- - Some folks wear their halos much too tight. 5- - Some marriages are made in heaven, but they ALL have to be maintained on earth. 6- - Unless you can create the WHOLE universe in five days. Then perhaps giving advice to God. isn't such a good idea! looks back, worry looks around, and faith looks up. S landing in the middle of the road 8-- is dangerous. You will get knocked down by the traffic both ways. 9- - 4 Brigadier General John C. . Koziol, Vice Commander of the 8th Air Force will be a guest speaker at the Salt Lake City gathering. He is currently stationed at Barksdale Air Force Base, LA. Anyone who served at BAD 2, in any capacity, during World War II is eligible for membership in the Association. For information about the Association or the reunion, interested persons may contact Richard McChtne, 527 Quarterfield Road, Newport News, VA 23602-614The old airbase is still in daily use, now occupied by British Aerospace Systems, who build modem jet airqraft in the old hangars. Veterans and family mem- -' 0. bert visited the Air Base as guests of British Aerospace, in June. Ralph Scott Bad 2 Association A cover the prisoner was you. 21-Y- Thought for the week: Live your life so that if someone says, "Be Yourself, it's good advice.... Robert Orben See ya next time. Jhe ununil (bounty PUBUBHEM OckBuys Mmglng EtfBor LauiwWynn SutBuys Pamaia Robtxns The Summit County Bee (L'PSP It 525-64- Just Sruff Letters To The Editor Policy by Jan The Summit County Bee welcomes Letters To The Editor on any subject They must adhere to the following guidelines: They must be received to the Coalville I remember working down at the newspaper office in the sum- mers. The drive to work took about five minutes, max. It was a nice drive, down quiet streets. I'd pass people I knew and 'wave at people enroute. Never saw much out of the ordinary. Now I work in the heart of downtown Salt Lake and my commute to wok takes 25 minutes at best. That's if I'm not dropping kids off at daycare, the traffic isn't bad, the freeway isnt closed and I hit the lights right. I miss the quieter drive, but I must admit, my drive into the city affords me the opportunity to see some interesting sights. Im not talking about the individuals hanging around in front of the malls who are obviously seek- ing their individuality, like the Eee Staff EdNor ; 17-- 1 You have to wonder about humans, they think God is dead and Elvis is alive. 18- - It's all right to sit on your pity pot every now and again. Just be sure to flush when you are done. 19- - You'll notice that a turtle only makes progress when it sticks its neck out. 20 -- If the grass is greener on the other side of the fence, you can bet the water bill is higher. are richer today if you have laughed, given, or forgiven! scampered off once again. Her thoughts then turned to stop feeling sony for yourself," and realizing the problem was not with the world hut mine for not noticing the true beauty in life." She then took time to breathe in the fragrance of the wilted flower and smiled as the young hoy took yet another weed to change the life of another person." Following along on this thought I found 21 laws that are sort of cute. I - The best way to get even is to forget. 2- - Feed your faith and your doubts will starve to death. wants spiritual fruit, not reli- ' The BAD 2 Association has held annual reunions addition has had in America since 1979 and in reunions at the old Air Base in England on six occasions, mo6t recently in June of this year. pub-bthe- d weekly far $16 per year in Summit County, Senior Cituen DUeount, $1) in county; $2) by Wave Publishing Inc., 165 South, 100 Tot, Heber City, UT 64012. Periodical! Potrace Paid at Coalville, UT 84017. POSTMASTER: Send addrea chaneet to The Summit County Bee, P.O. Boa 7, Coalville. UT 84017. TV entire contents of this newspaper it CopyrightG 2000 The Summit County Bee andor Wave Publishing, Inc -- All rights reserved No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form without the written consent of the Managing Cdtior or Publisher. . Gothics in their black garb, black lipstick, black hair and stark white faces, or those with rainbow hair or purple and red rooster combs, or even those with metal studs, hoops and other objects poking out of body parts never intending to pierced. No, theyre just part of the scenery. I'm talking about those occasional scenes that are incongruous for die time or place. , .There's a gentleman I see every now and then on State Street. He wears a nice, dark, pinstriped suit with a snappy bow tie, bladt wing tips and he always has a nice, leather brief case clutched in his hand. And hes riding a unicycle. (No car pooling for him!) Then there's the Japanese lady I see every now and then bustling up 1st East. She wears a full, traditional, bright Japanese kimono and one of those pointy, straw hats that somewhat resemble a lamp shade. And she has a wooden stick across her neck and over both shoulders carrying buckets on both ends, much like she would to collect water years ago in her rural Japan. But shes gathering aluminum and plastic for recycling. I saw a guy in overalls, a flannel shirt. Red Wing boots riding a horse the other day. Not really an uncommon site, except it was he was riding bareback down 7th East by 1st South in Salt Lake. He was talking on a cell phone. As rushed as people get in the morning, its not uncommon to see a woman putting on her make up as she's stopped at a stop Nor is it uncommon to see a man shaving his face with his electric razor as he drives down the freeway. But the other day I uw a guy shaving with shaving cream and a regular, manual razor. His face was covered in white, foamy lather and he was using his rear view mirror to make sure he got all the spots. I wonder if he ended up having a little dollop of shaving cream left on his upper lip or behind his ear when he got to the office. But the one that really took me aback was the sight I uw just this last week. I had just pulled from light. the parking garage and was stopped at the stop light in front of the Salt Palace. Tbe newscaster on Office, P.O. Box 7, Coalville, UT 84017 or the Kamas Office, P.O. Box 225, Kamas, UT 84036, no later than Monday noon to be considered for that week's issue of the paper coming out on ' Friday. The letters must be hand signed with full address and telephone number of the 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 to the Editor to approximately 300 words. The editor's of the Summit County Bee reserve the right to edit andor condense Letters to the Editor Preference will be given to short, typewritten (double the radio was lamenting about another day of "mercury in the upper nineties! when I realized there wu a foot of snow on the sidewalk in front of the Salt spaced) letters permitting the use of the writer's name. All letters subject to condensation if they are too long for the space available. No politics Palace. Seriously! Here it was, end of August, and there wu snow in downtown Salt Lake. endorsement letters will be published as There were even some kids The views expressed in guest editorials or Letters to throwing snowballs. It must have been a demonstration on a snow making machine, or something fike that for one of the conventions. And how wu your drive to work? Editor. letters To The The Editor do not necessarily reflect the opinion of the editors or publisher or express the viewpoint of this newspaper. POOR C |