Back in World War II, after the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, a young Utahn – a native American born of Japanese immigrant parents – faced some disheartening experiences. In high school a few years before, he’d been business manager of the Jordan High campus newspaper. As such he’d visit businessmen in the area –… Continue reading ‘Get Involved’ Philosophy Pays Off For Ex-Official of Utah County
Category: Politics
Steel Modernization Plan Vital
All is not well with the American steel industry – a poor situation anytime but crucial now in the light of global anxieties. Big steel has been sending signals for some time: Regulation by EPA and other agencies is too costly; unfair competition through “steel dumping” by foreign producers impairs markets; and tax laws and… Continue reading Steel Modernization Plan Vital
Shelve House Bill 102
Geneva Works in Utah County plays an important role in supplying the western tin market. That role stands to be substantially reduced if legislation introduced in the Utah House of Representatives is passed. The measure (H.B. 102) appears well-meaning from the standpoint of a clean environment, but it is ill conceived in the light of… Continue reading Shelve House Bill 102
Yes, Your Vote Is Important!
So you think your vote isn’t important! Don’t make the mistake of staying away from the polls Tuesday because YOUR VOTE COULD BE THE BIG ONE! In 1953, George Scott was elected mayor of American Fork, receiving 885 votes to 884 for Walter B. Devey. One vote decided the election. There have been many other hair-breadth… Continue reading Yes, Your Vote Is Important!
In Economic Crisis Accent the Positive
With President Ford and elements of Congress in confrontation over anti-inflation and anti-recession moves, it’s hard for the layman here in Utah (and probably anywhere else) to know exactly who’s right and what program will best serve the nation’s interests. But one thing seems apparent: The people of this country need to abandon the crying towel,… Continue reading In Economic Crisis Accent the Positive
At Four Corners – Needed: Visitor Center, Park
The desolate Four Corners – point where corners of four states come together – is a popular spot during the tourist season. So popular, in fact, that there’s a definite need for a visitors center and park – a place where persons can find shade and refreshment after the long (and sometimes hot) drive to the… Continue reading At Four Corners – Needed: Visitor Center, Park
Congressional Record: Repository of fact and effusion
Congress, that distinguished body of American lawmakers, functions in dignity and sticks strictly to business in its sessions – most of the time. But as drum-beaters for their respective states, our senators and representatives like to boast of their constituents — champion athletes, oration winners, folks cited for bravery or unusual achievements. vu’yor usual adllevunenu.… Continue reading Congressional Record: Repository of fact and effusion
Begin Primaries Reform Now
While memories of 1980 are still fresh in mind, the United States should start looking for ways to make the presidential primaries system more effective, less expensive, and concentrated in a shorter period. Indeed, a vehicle for such a search – a joint resolution calling for a study of the presidential nomination process already has… Continue reading Begin Primaries Reform Now
Sen. Hatch Honors Herald
A letter and package from Sen. Orrin G. Hatch was good therapy for the illness which has kept me from the Herald office for several weeks. The letter offered the senator’s best wishes for speedy recovery and explained the package – a copy of the Congressional Record for Oct. l, 1982. This should have more… Continue reading Sen. Hatch Honors Herald
VPs Worthy of Credit, Thanks
In the wake of Presidents’ Day, how about “a few words on the vice presidency”? Sometimes downplayed – or discredited because its prescribed high level duties seem few – the vice presidency has its dignifying features nevertheless. As Senate Majority Leader Howard Baker noted in introducing new Vice President George ‘Bush to an August body… Continue reading VPs Worthy of Credit, Thanks