07 Jul 1966
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Newspaper
Gunnison Valley News
Location
Gunnison, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1966
Page
1
A July 23 dance for three schools drew attention to safety as organizers warned parents about possible hazards. The event at a university control site planned activities while security and discipline measures were outlined. Officials urged careful supervision and to avoid risky behavior among children.
In Southern California, Elina Mire and Slylson Mire are reported released from a mission field role with the LOS Church. The article notes their return to Salt Lake City after completing a two year mission, with details about their inboard duties and the broader church activity nearby.
Fayette Scouts including Eagle Scouts Claytis Barfiglende and Larry Muller, with 34 peers and 19 adults, toured Philmont Scout Ranch for two weeks. The Utah National Parks Committee sponsored the trip, challenging hikers to 60 miles daily with 45 to 50 pound packs, reaching elevations between 4000 and 12481 feet, ending at Camp Maple Dell. Larry and Claytes to receive Merit awards for the trek, with plans to recruit more scouts for future trips.
A petition seeks to preserve Snow College governance under Utah State University’s system, arguing against a change to junior college status. It asserts Snow College should remain part of the state university framework and warns that altering governance could harm local education and development.
A dedication ceremony in Emery County will be led by Senaley Prank Moss Laurenge J. Burt and a committee of medicine Floyd E. Dominy. Officials from Emery Water Conservancy District and Emery County Commission join the Bureau of Reclamation and Utah Power to mark updates to the Cottonwood Creek area canal project. Governor Rampton representatives attend.
The text reports funeral arrangements and obituaries for many local residents. It lists names such as Beck, Beech, Peters, and Newman Hock, mentions burial at a local cemetery, and notes services conducted by the Warran Hi Funeral Home. Also referenced are family members and community figures appearing in ceremonies and memorials.
A note lists a reunion for former residents of Starling at Complestt Orchard in the community. The event is scheduled for 22 at 1 am? and 2 p.m. with visiting in the afternoon.
Centerfield figure My. Fran pursued public service as a city judge nominee, state and senator candidate, and supreme court justice act advocate. He served 4-H, engaged church and school activities, and supported community projects through the Mt. Maternity program and public works funding.
Celebrants gather as the Ute Stampede festival unfolds across Gunnison and Nephi with rodeo events, parades, and entertainment planned through the weekend. The schedule shows opening Thursday afternoon at the fairgrounds with riding clubs, a Friday parade, and a Saturday finale featuring a grand rodeo display and community events.
A chaotic report describes a hospital notes filled with garbled names and events from a city park event. It mentions a ceremony with a crowd, floats from Valley Pur Square, a hand concert, children sports, a patriotic program, and radio coverage. The piece references Mayor Ware Beck and city officials amid a community celebration concluding at the wedding club grounds.
The annual survey reports on dormitory space and pricing for incoming freshmen across four year colleges. It notes most institutions plan modest room rate increases and highlights the Midwest as a focal area for new housing, with emphasis on student accommodations and future capacity.
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