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Show OMNIWEST, CORP. 3322 SO. 3RD. EAST SALT LAKE CITY, UTAH 84115 .Mormon Miracle Pa cant It was business as usual Monday in Manti (almost) following two weeks of hectic activity during the annual presentation of The Mormon Miracle Pageant. Normal that is except for the fact that everyone in this small community seemed to be dragged tired, listless, or maybe even asleep. The last major project was the removal of the more than 10,000 chairs from the grounds. This was accomplished Monday morning, after which temple grounds personnel immediately had the irrigation system going full blast to restore the lawns after the merciless beating they took from the event. Almost everyone in the entire region was involved in some way in the pageant. In Manti those who were not in the cast of production staff were probably busy furnishing dinners to the many visitors. On Friday night Manti South Ward served more than 700 beef dinners. Many chicken dinners were also served by the Manti Center Ward, and concessions near the grounds served, thousands of hot dogs, hamburgers, etc. to the hungry and thirsty visitors. 107,000 Attendance out, ( How many people attended the pageant depended upon who you talked to. It was generally agreed however, that last Friday night was the largest attendance ever, some saying as many as 25,000. Elliott Braithwaite, crowd management chairman, however, says it was nearer 21,000. According to Mr. Braithwaites estimate, the total for all nights y was 107,000. On a day-by-da- basis the figures are: July 10-8,- July July July 000; July 000; July 000; 17-11,- 000; July 19 July -- 18,000. Weather for the pageant was perfect. A few threats of rain developed the first three nights, but none fell. The second week the weather was ideal. Director Leaves It was on the morning of May 29 that a faithful red Ford car driven by Mrs. Macksene Rux left Salt Lake City and headed for Manti in the Sanpete Valley. She was to be the guest of the Manti Utah State, her housing being provided by Mr. and Mrs. Tim Shaw. Here she was to remain for a duration of seven her weeks-leavi- ng home, her husband, her family and friends to direct and inspire the 1975 Mormon Miracle Pageant. Her expertise and artistic direction brought praise and admiration from thousands of viewers who were greatly moved and inspired by the Mormon Miracle Pageant. She gained the love, the confidence and respect of all the cast and all those associated with the pageant. She has enriched their lives and broadened their understanding not only of the theater but of the gospel as well. She packed her bags Sunday, July 20 and turned her car northward toward her home in Salt Lake City bidding us a fond farewell for one more year. The cast and staff and indeed the entire community extend to her heartfelt thanks for her own personal sacrifice, for her untiring efforts, and for the beautiful and inspired direction she has given the Mormon Miracle Pageant. Thanks Extended As the final curtain falls on the 1975 Mormon Miracle Pageant and the last of the thousands of cars heads towards home, the lights, the sound, file chairs, the props, the scenery, the costumes, the makeup and paint, the signs, the restrooms and the food services are put away for another year, we feel grateful for the tremendous success of this years production. Nearly 120,000 people witnessed the pageant and were thrilled with the magnificence of the production. One visitor from a distant place stopped a Hit committeeman and said, How can we ever thank the people of this little community (valley) for the inspiration they are giving the world! It can truly be said that we have literally touched the lives of thousands of people with the beautiful gospel message. It has been estimated that approximately 2,000 people were engaged one way or another in making the pageant and accommodations available to the visitors. Each assignment was necessary. Everyone sensed his responsibility and took pride in doing his very best. Everyone must know they are a very vital link in the chain of the very successful pageant. Our heartfelt thanks go to Everyone for giving of their homes, their time, their talents, their money and their patience, and any and all of their contributions to make this pageant of truth available to the world. As we now return to a state of normalcy may you be blessed in knowing we have been united and successful in a great missionary effort. May God bless you all for your efforts. Mormon Miracle Pageant Committee R. Morgan Dyreng, AFTERMATH of the Mormon Miracle Pageant is reflected in the wear and tear on the lawn where the 107,000 people sat. With proper Production Chairman care the lawn recuperates rapidly. It is hoped that the townspeople will recover just as rapidly. 9 it. g Slide Threatens Volume90 Number3 MANTI, UTAH 84642, THURSDAY, JULY 24, 1 1 975 Jater Project 5' a copy Golden Anniversary Planned for Ephraim High Class of 1925 The Golden Anniversary Reunion of the Ephraim High School Class of 1925 will be held on August 16th, commencing at 2:00 p.m. in the Snow College Cafeteria and vicinity in Ephraim. Informal visiting, trying to each other, tellold ing jokes and pranks, reviewing old joys, and wondering what has happened to everyone during the past 50 years will be enjoyed from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Following this, a buffet dinner will be prepared and served by the Snow College Cafeteria. Jointly with the dinner, an musical program will be presented: Melba Armstrong and Maurice Nielson (duet), Susan Ericksen (McLoyds daughter) with her singing and guitar, (many times prize winner), and the bishops quartet (Lawrence a AND HOME CAME TED was the school play 50 years ago at the Ephraim High School. These pictures of the cast were taken behind the old Ephraim Theater. Many of these cast members will be meeting in a Golden Anniversary Reunion on August 16 at Snow College. Poulson, Montel Green, Allen Anderson, and Clifford Jorgenson). After the dinner and entertainment each class member of 1925 (whether they graduated or not) will have the chance to review in a few minutes time, the highlights of what has happened to them during the past fifty yearsHow many high school classes have the chance to hold a Golden Anniversary Reunion? This 1925 class will never have another one. And of those that do, how many take advantage of it? All should take advantage of it. The classmates of fifty years ago who have not been notified because of lack of address were: Charles Peterson, Nelda Norman, Helen Madsen, Nel-doHansen, Reva Dalton, Ruby Dalton, Porter Allen, Udell Williams, Maude Rasmussen, Grace Olson, Reed n James Nielson, Jacobsen, Voyle Bagley, Delva Beal, Boyd DeBunce, Hazel Aagard, and Orvin Scow. If you know any of these addresses please notify Ralph Thomson, 1412 Indications are that the toe of the slide in Manti has broken loose. Personnel from the state geologists office and city officials inspected' the area this week and reported that fractures had been found as far down the slide as the creek and that extensive movement had taken place in the lower reaches of the long slide which shut off Mantis municipal water for a period last summer. Continued monitoring has shown that the slide has continued to move at varying rates during the winter and this summer. However, it was thought that the toe (the bottom end of the slide) was holding. Recent inspections show that the toe is now moving also. Of considerable concern to experts last summer was the possibility of the slide moving into the canyon enough to block off the stream, which would in turn form a reservoir which could pose a flood hazard if no action were taken. Emergency services took action last summer to organize for that eventuality and those plans are Canyon still in effect. Mayor Frank Wanlass said that of great concern right now was whether the present plans for the new construction in the canyon were in jeopardy. He said it was not known whether the proposed route for the new pipeline for which a contract has been let, was in an area unaffected by the slide. He said that if the lower reaches of the slide moved that even the area on the north side of the creek could also move which is where the proposed route for the pipeline now is. If this were the case another routing would have to be investigated. Engineers and city officials are at the present time studying this exigency. Mayor Wanlass said Wednesday that the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers had been called in to conduct an investigation of the situation and assess possible action should an emergency arise. City councilmen were to meet Wednesday night with engineers after spending the day Wednesday going over the area. Meanwhile Forest Ranger Dick Allred urged citizens to stay away from the area. He said that there are many dangerous areas on the slide and that it was not safe to go on the area. Wanlass said that the governors office had been apprised of the situation and stood ready to help if necessary. The mayor emphasized that Manti residents should not be unduly alarmed. The present system of moving the water pipe up the slide is still working and no immediate threat to the water supply is apparent. He did say however, that citizens should be aware of the problem. Construction on the new pipeline was to have begun on July 28. Whether to stay that date or to proceed will be decided by the council Wednesday night. Michigan Avenue, Salt Lake City, Utah 84105, or Alden T. Lund, P.O. Box 44, Ephraim, Utah 84627. New Dentist Practicing Now in Mt. Pleasant Dr. Bruce Larsen, son of Mr. and Mrs. Merrill Larsen has returned to Mt. Pleasant and has set up a dental office in the building on state street that w as formerly used by the forest service. Dr. Larsen is a graduate of Wasatch Academy and received his BS degree from BYU. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland, Ohio where he received the C. V. Mosby Award for scholastic excel- lence. He received training in all phases of dentistry at Reynold's Army Hospital in Fort sill, Oklahoma. For the last two years he has been the dentist in charge of Schilling Manor Dental Clinic in Salina, Kansas. Schilling Manof Fort Riley, is or, a sub-poprimarily a housing area for the families of military men who are overseas. Dr. and Mrs. Larsen are the parents of two children, Kurt 2 and Ryan 6 months. post-doctor- st Jackson Wanlass Suffers from Heart Attack Little Leaguers Win Southern Division The local Little Leaguers in tennis won the Southern Utah Division, clinching it with a win over Springville last week. Now they have only a match left with Spanish Fork before playing off with Orem or Provo for the Central Utah Championship. will be at Manti at f This play-of- 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 29th. Results of the Springville match were: No. 1 Brian Henretty defeated John Allen, No. 2 Burke Plummer over No. 3 John Kirk Jacobsen, 8-Larsen defeated Mark CarpenNo. 4 Curtis Madsen ter, defeated Mark Carpenter, No. 5 Russell Nielson defeated Garth Felix, No. 6 Steve 8-- 8-- Lee defeated Boyd Giles, No. 7 Aaron Jackson defeated 8-- Garth Felix, 8-- Weather Ephraim Manti Jackson Wanlass, Sanpete County Recorder, returned home from the Mt. Pleasant Hospital this iveek and is reported by his family to be improving. Jackson was taken to the hospital July 9th after suffering a heart attack. His condition was serious during that week but he has since been gradually improving and has been allowed visitors the past few days. It is expected that he will be convalescing at home during the next month before returning to work at the county 1; 8-- Shop at Congressman Gunn McKay notified Mayor Frank Wanlass this week that the City of Mantis application for a Community Development Block Grant had been approved. This means that the city will receive $150,000 for the development of its culinary water system. The mayor said the money would be used as part of the project to reroute the pipeline damaged last summer by the slide in Miss Sanpete County Contest Is Scheduled The Miss Sanpete County will be held Saturday, 9 at 7:30 p.m. in the Gunnison Stake Center. Bath- contest August Home and Save Time and Money Kuhni Resigns as HUD Grant City Administrator Manti Canyon. office. 8-- Manti Gets ing suit competition and a luncheon will be held earlier in the day. Anyone interested in becoming a candidate should contact Arda Higgins, Gunnison, no later than Monday, July 28. 528-336- 2 Bruce M. Larsen, D.D.S. Mayor Arlin Kuhni announced this week that he is resigning his position as City Administrator, effective August 31, 1975. Mayor Kuhni was appointed by the City Council to the position of Administrator shortly after his election as mayor. Kuhni will continue to serve as mayor. Mayor Kuhni made the announcement at the regular Ephraim city Council meeting held July 9, 1975. George Ward from I.C.P.A. met with the council and discussed the new power rate schedule proposal with the City Council, following which the meeting recessed to conduct a public meeting. The public meeting convened at 8 p.m. Mayor Arlin Kuhni gave an introduction to the people of the purpose of the meeting. He then introduced George Ward, rate specialist and Consultant for I.C.P.A. George Ward gave an explanation and introduction as to who and what I.C.P.A. is and does. He also talked about the Intermountain Power Project that Ephraim City has an interest in. He then discussed a hand out with the citizens that were present and answered questions about the proposed rate schedule increase. The meeting adjorned at 9:45 p.m. Following the public meeting the regular council meeting was reconvened. The Council unanimously approved the proposed rate schedule and put it in ordinance form. A motion was made by Phil Anderson to amend the Dog and Cat Ordinance to delete cats. The vote on the motion showed one councilman opposed. Motion carried. A motion was passed to amend the ordinance to delete the two year reappointment of employees termination by just cause only. clause, and to read The vote was unanimous. |