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Show The Ogden Valley news Volume XVIII Issue IV Page August 1, 2010 Historical Fourth of July Identified Family of Heber Robert McBride and Elizabeth Ann Burns Note: Information for this history was taken from the book “Against Great Odds—The story of the McBride family by Bruce L. McBride and Darvil B. McBride. Information provided courtesy of Larry McBride of Eden. FourTH oF July 1 4 in front of the Eden General Store. Pictured from eft to right: June Webb, Marge Miller, Marilyn Miller, Norma Nickeliason. The names were courtesy of Marilyn (Miller) Summers of Eden. Charitable Giving In-kind: How to donate without spending a dime By Mary Dixon Lebeau You want to make a difference by helping those less fortunate than yourself—but what can you do when your bank account balance is balking? It’s easy to help your favorite charity while staying within budget. Instead of simply writing another check, try giving gifts in kind, such as goods for the charity’s use or sale, or even your own time and services. Here are three ways to give when you don’t have a dollar to spare. Donate an old car. If your high school-era Honda is still sitting in the driveway collecting rust, donating it to charity could be your best bet. For the most part, donating a used car is a winwin situation. The charity often enlists free labor to repair the car and sell it, while the contributor gets a tax deduction. However, that deduction isn’t as straightforward as it used to be. Since 2005, changes in tax law limit the deduction amounts, based on the claimed value of the vehicle and how it is used by the charity. According to the Internal Revenue Service, there is a $500 threshold on all donated vehicles. Limitations on higher deductions can be based on what the charity receives when it sells the vehicle. Thorough documentation will be required. Despite these changes, donating a used car has other benefits for the giver. It’s usually easier to donate than to sell a used vehicle, especially if it is an older model or in poor condition. The organization picks up the car, saving towing costs if the vehicle isn’t running. However, the Anita Oliveri - Realtor ® Buyer Representative “Working hard to ensure that the trust of my clients is earned and expectations are exceeded.” Eden UT Cell 801.388.1931 Office 801.745.0745 www.SunAndSnow-Homes.com charity may be paying for that service, which will impact the benefit it gets from the donation. If the car is running, bring it in yourself to maximize the proceeds for the charity. Not all groups that accept car donations are registered nonprofits. Often, they are for-profit intermediaries who keep a percentage of the car’s value for their efforts. If at all possible, deal directly with a charity known to you. As long as you’re giving to a 501 (c)(3), you’ll be entitled to a tax deduction. If you must deal with an intermediary, ask what percentage they withhold—and call the charity to confirm that. Give away household goods and equipment. Numerous items around your house can benefit your favorite charity. The next time you upgrade your computer, remember that many nonprofits would be happy with your old one. Call your local school, youth group, or religious organization to find out who might be interested. Many charities, such as Food For Lane County in Eugene, OR, depend on gifts of goods or property to forward their mission. “We accept in-kind donations such as boxes for packing the food, as well as the food itself,” says Deb McGeorge, who solicits and coordinates donations for FFLC. “Of course, our greatest need is food. Over 52 percent of the food we distribute comes from donations,” McGeorge says. She adds that, even in tough economic times when people can’t buy extra groceries, the food bank will accept produce grown in personal gardens. Look for surprising ways to donate, McGeorge suggests. “We’ve been given gas to help ease the cost of food transport, as well as the use of trucks or equipment,” she says. Thrift stores, such as the ones run by Goodwill Industries, are always willing to accept used furniture, clothing, and other goods, as long as they’re usable. “If you wouldn’t allow guests to sit on your ragged, threadbare sofa, there’s little chance someone will buy it,” says Jim Clarke, manager of the Goodwill Thrift Store in Glassboro, NJ. Make sure your donation will benefit the charity, not just cause more work as they try to dispose of your trash. Share your skills. The Habitat for Humanity Fresno County, CA , accepts gifts of used building materials, but more important than the used hammers, jigsaws, and two-byfours are the people who donate their time and energy to the charity. “It takes 200 volunteers and a whole lot of money to get a family in a house,” says Joan Cook, the organization’s volunteer coordinator. When volunteering, consider the organization’s mission statement to determine if you agree with its purpose. If you really believe in an organization’s goals, don’t hesitate to ask if they could use you. For example, most people Elizabeth Jane McBride - First child and eldest daughter of Heber Robert McBride and Elizabeth Ann Burns. (m Alexander Ririe) In the year 1937 at the age of sixty-eight, Elizabeth wrote a brief sketch of her own life. That which follows is taken, in the main, from that source. I, Elizabeth Jane McBride Ririe, was born April 30, 1868 in Eden, Weber County, Utah— 10 days before the railroads met at Promontory, where the Golden Spike was driven. I am considered a pioneer because I was born before the railroads met. I was the first child of Heber Robert and Elizabeth Ann Burns McBride. My childhood was spent in Eden except for a few years spent in Plain City, Utah. We endured the hardships of early settlers, and the Indians were rather troublesome. I had lots of good times in my youth even though we had to walk two miles to school and church, and I had to help father on the farm. I also helped mother glean wheat for the Relief Society. Mother was a good housekeeper, midwife and doctor. She tried to teach me to be a good housekeeper. During my growing up years I was active in Mutual and in ward dramatizations. Before I was married I worked for the David McKay family in Huntsville. They were the parents of David O. McKay who later became President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He was a typical boy. We became good friends. On January 5, 1887 I married Alexander Ririe in the Logan Temple. We lived in Eden and had two homes there. Our first home was at the mouth of Ogden Canyon (the east end). On our farm we raised hay and grain and had cattle. From our home at the mouth of the canyon the children would have to walk three and a half miles to school, or be driven. That was a worry, and was one of the reasons we moved into the town of Eden. We bought Uncle Ether McBride’s old home and built onto it. We were comfortable and contented. We had the first stationary bathtub in Eden. We poured water into it, but just pulled the cork and the water ran outside. We also had one of the first pianos in Eden. In August, 1905 we bought some land in Ogden at 2050 Adams Avenue and built a brick home there. We also built a barn and some sheds, and still had enough land left over to build four more houses there. One of the reasons we moved into town was so that the children could continue their education. We lived in Ogden during the school year, and then went back to the farm in the summer. We also had a dry farm at Promontory and would go there when the wheat was ready to harvest. My husband died February 17, 1924 of cancer. The boys and I worked the farm until they decided they didn’t want to farm and found other work. We then sold the farm in 1935. In a post note written after her death, we read, “Elizabeth Jane lived a long, productive life of eighty-four years. Beginning life, as she said, ‘A pioneer,’ she claimed much happiness and took part in the transition from horse and buggy to railroads, automobiles and airplanes. ... “At her funeral on June 24, 1953, President David O. McKay talked. After comforting her family he expressed his regard for mother and her friendship and expressed his sorrow at seeing his friend pass from this life. “Mother is buried in the Ogden City Cemetery, next to her husband, Alexander.” Historical Photo Huntsville School Faculty 1 38 If you can identify any of the people in this photo, please call Jeannie at 745-2879. The Ogden Valley News is looking for Ogden Valley and Ogden Canyon historical biographies, stories, and photos to use in its publication. Please mail, email, or call Jeannie at 745-2879 or Shanna at 745-2688 if you have material you would like to share. CHArITy cont. on page 10 Jeffrey D. Shepherd DMD, MSD Specialist in Orthodontics SHEPHERDORTHODONTICS Fast Treatment Times • Children and Adults • Flexible Payment Options Call to schedule your complimentary exam today! 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