Cancer brought misery to humans long before man began. fouling of his environment, it has been a leading cause of death and has brought untold suffering through the years. Now, we’re confronted with an interesting and encouraging paradox. Although cancer death rates are continuing to rise, more patients than ever are being cured of the disease. Well over a third of those who get cancer are able to conquer it, and many of them can resume healthy normal lives. This positive change hasn’t come about by accident. Our nation and generation are beneficiaries of the biggest attack ever mounted against a single disease. The American Cancer Society began the program several decades ago and is a leader in the cancer fight today. True, most of us have had relatives. friends, or acquaintances who were victims of cancer. But now, most of us can also point to persons we know who have overcome it. This wasn’t always the case. Think about this living evidence of progress against cancer when the American Cancer Society asks you to support its 1979 Cancer Crusade! Hundreds of volunteers in Utah County will visit friends, neighbors, and businesses during April to distribute educational information and solicit financial support. The drive begins today, kicking off the traditional Cancer Control Month. Utah C0unty’s goal is $50,000 – four thousand more than the people of the county raised last year, The money goes for support of many ACS programs. Catherine Johnson of Provo is chairman of the cancer crusade in the county. A small army of volunteers will be donating their time and services because they believe in the cancer – prevention program. Charles L. Bates of Mapleton is honorary chairman. Although the fight against cancer has been partly won, it’s far from finished. Your help is needed. We urge you to welcome the contact you’ll receive from a friend and neighbor during April, and pledge your support, And if, by any chance, you’re missed by the volunteers, take the initiative to contact someone associated with the program, Your contribution will be welcome and your personal concern will offer encouragement where it is needed.