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Look out, Spire. You've got competition for the nolo contendere crown. Four oil companies (unnamed in the Associated Press story) have pleaded no contest in a Los Angeles court to charges of fixing prices of gasoline in five Western states. The companies were accused of violating federal antitrust laws by fixing prices of about 800 million gallons of gasoline in California, Nevada, Arizona, Oregon and Washington. The gasoline had a wholesale value of more than $90 million. This latest in a series of revelations about oil industry business practices may provide the answer to why there is an oil shortage. The oil companies have been so busy making illegal campaign contributions, bribing foreign governments and fixing prices they have had no time to drill for oil. Yhe Internal Revenue Service, we are now told, is keeping files on the sex lives and other personal affairs of American citizens. Peruml of an official income tax return shows not one line devoted to sex. Apparently the IRS is keeping the exciting part of tax collection to itself, leaving the taxpayer with nothing more stimulating than "27 Total (add lines 24, 25 and 26)." This is unfair. How can the citizen comprehend his complete tax status if the IRS is using rules of which he is unaware to compute his tax. Is there, for instance, a virility depreciation schedule? t Does an orgasm on December 31 guarantee a taxpayer credit lor the entire taxable year'? Is it a capital gain when a legislator's secretary becomes pregna nt ? Are whips and boots entitled to an investment credit'? What is the current depreciation allowance on musk oil? ('an a massage parlor fee be listed as a medical expense if the treatment cures a case of acne? Is it considered a short-term gain if you successfully jam an IRS agent's tape recorder? Is it a long-term gain if you strangle the bastard when you catch him in your closet? On what line do you enter headache as a carryover from a prior year'? is there a separate schedule for the gift tax on nymphomania? These questions are all important to thelnternal Revenue Service. If they were not, of course, these-dedicated public servants would not be compiling bedroom dossiers. it is only fair, however, that they inform the taxpayer of his part in this drive for better government through copulation compilation. A democracy can work properly only if each citizen is informed of and takes an interest in every facet of his government. H H~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~m~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~H~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~H~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ill~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Mack McGinnis' ~HuHH~~l~i~H~H~H~H~ll~l~~l~ll~ • Former 5nebacker and punter Paul Maguire, at a banquet for retired coach Ski Gillman, paid him this tribute: "I've played for a lot of coaches, and I want to say this about Ski - he's one of them." (George Leonard in Nashville Banner) Man to neighbor: "My son will drive anything that runs on gas and wheels - except a iawnmower." (Bob Goddard in St. Louis Globe-Democrat) By ROBERT C. CUMMINGS The recent legislative sessions will long be remembered, though many probably would rather forget it. Besides staying in session for a record-breaking 148 days - one day more than the previous Legislature was in session during a full two years - the lawmakers set numerous other marks which may stand for a long time. Because of the time they were here, it was natural that they should set a new record for number of bills introduced, 2,193, and joint resolutions.to amend the constitution, 95. But percentagewise, they also set a new record for passing the fewest bills, 378, plus three proposed constitutional amendments. The actual number of bills enacted into law was somewhat less than the number passed because of vetoes. Governor Sets Record, Too Governor Dan Evans wasn't to be outdone in the record-breaking department. He established what has to be at least a modern record by vetoing 13 bills while the lawmakers were in session, and was expected to veto a few more. Once the Legislature adjourned, he had 20 days excluding Sundays in which to act on the remainder of the measures. There also were numerous partial vetoes. All except one of his complete vetoes and one partial veto stood up, despite numerous attempts to override them. in sharp contrast with a year ago when Republicans joined with Democrats to override him on seven vetoes, Evans had Republican help in supporting most of his vetoes. This was especially true in the House, which was surprising. Many of his loyal supporters from the previous Legislature had either dropped out or moved over to the Senate, but most of those who had voted against him were still there. The Democrats, with 62 members, needed to pick up only four Republican votes for a two-thirds majority of the membership, and less than that for the votes needed to override if a few Republicans conveniently walked off the floor. Senate Something Else As usual, most of Evans' trouble was with the Senate. In an appearance before the Senate Republican caucus, he persuaded them to "lock up" in support of one veto which already had been overriden by the House. None of them even could be persuaded by their Democratic colleagues to "take a walk" when the roll call vote was taken. But the Republicans joined with the Democrats in voting to override numerous other vetoes, which withstood the assault only because the necessary votes couldn't be rounded up in the House. Life Can Be Short Not that a lot of bills didn't meet their demise by the usual route. No less than 1,703 bills and 89 proposed constitutional amendments failed to see the light of day again after being introduced and receiving first reading. The shortest-lived bill in the Le~'islature bit the dust in committee, though it didn't die quietly; only unceremoniously. This was SB 2149, providing for the identification of horses. Introduced on January 17, it was indefinitely postponed by the Senate Agriculture Committee on February 14, which might be termed a modern "St. Valentine's Day Massacre" with only one victim. Ironically, the bill had been given numerous public hearings during the interim and was thought to be noncontroversial until the first public hearing during its short life in the Legislature. Unforgettable Though it has been referred to chiefly as a "marathon" legislature, the same description has been appended to numerous of its predecessors, and probably doesn't do justice to the recent session. "Full-time legislature" might come close to fitting. It missed lasting a full five months by only a few days. By the time it winds up its next session or two this year, it could have spent more time in session than out. .Whether it was a good session or bad, depends upon your point of view. That's why it will be impossible to forget regardless of how much you may wish to do SO. The point will be argued over and over again, right up until the November general election next year. It is certain to be a major campaign issue in virtually every legislative race in 1976. By DAVE AVERILL All the geniuses of the advertising trade are back there on the East Coast. A handful of them may originate in other parts of the country, of course. They linger around home only long enough for somebody to recognize their brilliance. Then they're off to Madison Avenue, wearing new shoes and soulful expressions. When somebody comes up with a really compelling, original advertising theme, it is safe to assume that he is doing his daily work there on Manhattan Island. That's where the action is. That's where the brains are. Thus if you are among the radio listeners whose nerves have been jangled by commercials from an outfit named Bank of the West, take comfort in the thought that only an kasterner could inflict such a thing on you. What the Bank of the West's ad agency did was to hire this guy who sounds like a broken-down old bum and put Mailing Address: Box 430, Shelton, Wa. 98584 Phone 426'4412 Published at 227 West Cota Street, Shelton, Mason County, Washington 98584, weekly. Second-class postage paid at Shelton, Washington. SUBSCRIPTION RATES: $6.00 per year in Mason County, in advance - Outside Mason County $7.50 EDITOR AND PUBLISHER ...................... Henry G. Gay him in front of a microphone. He urges you to go into tlae bank and leave your money. How's that for originality? If you have somehow been spared this commercial oddity, you are going to have to keep twisting your dial until you catch it. The Bank of the West radio banker sounds like Gabby Hayes playing the role of the town idiot. He comes across like the unwashed old boy who sits down next to you in the tavern and wants to tell you about the good old days. People were friendly then, Buddy, and how's to buy the next round just for old time's sake'? Maybe he sounds good on Madison Avenue. Here at home, he sounds like the original unpaid mortgage. He is Mister Low Rent. Unless you have gone slightly demented, you do not want to park your money with him. "We're the open-minded bank." he mumbles. You get the feeling that ,the customers can ride their mules into the lobby, while the tellers shoot craps behind the counter during their coffee breaks. Open-minded? Listen, a bank that will spend its good money to build up its image as a snoose-chewing philosopher with a bad hangover has got to be open minded, all right. That's the kind of mind that lets you peek through from one ear to the other. If 1 ever get to the main office in Bellevue, I'm going to see what the Bank of the West guys do when 1 park my manure spreader next to the front door. I don't think they'll be ready for it. As a matter of fact, I don't think the old boy in the commercial could last an hour in Bellevue without being jugged as a potential vagrant. Bank of the West may be open-minded, but Bellevue has always been full of skeptics. Page 4 - Shelton-Mason County Journal - Thursday, June 26, 1975 Capital Punishment Dies Twice Legislation to restore the death penalty in this state has been killed on two counts. Initiative 311, mandating the death penalty for first degree murder, filed by Representative Earl F. Tilly, has failed to show any signs of life. A legislative act on the same subject passed the Senate easily, but after a brief appearance on the floor of the House, it quickly was shunted back into Rules Committee to die unsung. Its death had been foreordained by amendments which had been attached to the bill by the House Judiciary Committee. Rough Road For Liquor Two initiatives to lower the legal drinking age apparently died on the vine. Diahn Schmidt, Olympia, filed Initiative 302 to lower the legal drinking age to 18 last January, but later dropped it and supported Initiative 305, filed by two Central Washington College students, Richard Spaulding and William G. Bowie. The latter measure would lower the legal age to 19, but apparently hat failed to get off the ground. Editor, The Journal: looking under the sheriff's report, 6-12-75 Journal, I read eight reported cases of large animals running at large. These were only the reported cases. We have many animal problems in Mason County. I know that animal problems are not confined to our county. It is" a nationwide problem. I feel if we all get some concern about the problem where we live it would help nationwide. All of us who own a large animal have at some time experienced the open gate and the empty pasture. This is an awful feeling. You grab a rope and the grain can and go looking and hope that they haven't found the highway. This state has some open range land and it is always posted as such. There is no open range for horses. We also have fence 'laws. They are clearly defined under RCW 16.60.015. (These can be found at your courthouse.) If you read this you will find that very few fences are constructed with these requirements. If they were we would have no animal-at-large problem. This time of year seems to be the worst for this problem due to the fact that the animals have usually eaten most of the new grass in their enclosure and are reaching over the fence for more tender morsels. Also, most fences have gone through the rigors of winter windfalls and wires and boards are loosened or down. Electric fences are hampered by new growth cutting down the power. So, of course, the obvious thing to do is check those fences and do the necessary repair. Keep weeds and tall grass cut away from under the electric wire. If your animals open gates or the kids don't seem to get them closed ! suggest a chain and padlock on the gate. Also keep in mind that most animals only break out of confinement to seek feed, so adequate feed is a must. Gardens are a favorite spot to find your runaway. People who spend the time, money and love to plant, gardens have my complete sympathy when they find the neighbor's stock Editor, The Journal: Someone recently brought up the subject of doctors. I didn't understand the drift of the article, but it set me to thinking. In my own life of almost "fourscore years" as well as among the numerous members of my family circle, there has been a considerable number of doctors who did their utmost for us in all our physical problems and dire needs, whether surgical, medicinal or whatever. In some cases their services saved our lives. To try to express my sincere and deep appreciation would sound too effusive, so I shall just copy a passage from the Douay Bible (1609 A.D.). This passage consists of the first 15 verses of Chapter 38 of the book of Ecclesiasticus, as follows. Honour the physician for the need thou hast of him; for the Most High hath created him. For all healing is from God; and he shall receive gifts of the king. The skill of the physician shall lift up his head; and in the sight of great men he shall be praised. The Most High hath created medicines out of the earth; and a wise man will not abhor them. Was not bitter water made sweet with wood? (Note - this refers to incident mentioned in Exodus 15:25). munching away in the corn patch. Out comes the urge for the shotgun and suddenly you have lost a good neighbor. The other great danger is the road. Most large animals weigh from 500 to 1400 pounds. Hitting an animal this size can be a grim disaster. Usually the animal is only maimed and dies a horrible death, but many times it results in the worst, death or serious injury to persons in the vehicle. We have enough hazards on our highways without loose l Remember you are for that animal. You pay for that garden, yard or lawsuit for the death in an accident. If you are a new owner and not sure particular species of for safe and adequate please feel free to inquire. Tulla Mason County Editor, The Journal: 30-year-old Festival Upon my return from an 35-year-old Keep extended vacation I received in Green Association the mail a copy of the efforts, the payoff is in supplement: A 30-Year Success season that an unknown Story, which appeared in your of man-caused Thursday, May 29, 1975 paper, prevented, thus saving It is a most interesting and costs, reducing the informative bit of journalism. My damage of the forest congratulations to you, Mr. Clive protecting the jobs of Troy and your staff for a fine job number of people of recall of community endeavor, the forest industry, However, my congratulations are incidentally supports more even more enthusiastically one-fifth of the stS extended for your continuing population. ~ efforts following dramatic past Again, my accomplishments. Today, as in you and all that hel 1945, Mason County leads thetogether the May 29(! state in promoting and practicing supplement. And while man-caused forest wildfire my congratulations to allJ prevention, fine Mason County The record demonstrates the support the Forest value of the forest wildfire Keep Mason County prevention campaign and theme Washington Green. of the Forest Festival and Keep Ed Washington Green. As both the Directol Editor, The Journal: A few seasons back, the city of Shelton could not accommodate all of the summer's Little League baseball programs or the growing softball leagues. There simply were not:enough parks to go around. Congestion was heavy and tempers flared° The Mason County Recreation Association The virtue of these things is come to the knowledge of men; and the Most High hath given knowledge to men, that He may be honoured in His wonders. By these he shall cure and shall allay their pains; and of these the apothecary shall make sweet confections and shall make up ointments of health. And of His works there shall be no end; for the peace of God is over all the face of the earth. My son, in thy sickness, neglect not thyself; but pray to the Lord and He shall heal thee. Turn away from sin and order thy hands aright; and cleanse thy heart from all offence. Give a sweet savour and a memorial of fine flour, and make a fat offering; and then give place to the physician. (Note - this refers to ritualistic sacrifices prescribed in Mosaic law.) For the Lord created him; and let him not depart from thee, for his works are necessary. For there is a time when thou must fall into their hands. And they shall beseech the Lord that He would prosper what they give for ease and remedy, for their conversation. He that sinneth in the sight of his Maker shall fall into the hands of the ph ,sician. Emma B. Richert Shelton solved the problem, They constructed (with equipment donated) a new complex on John's Road (six fields) complete well-laid-out concession ..... Many dedicated women, as ttiey still tirelessly to construcf maintain the corn Unfortunately, too involved. Today, the MCRA:I hardly resemble may surpass the outfield fern flow out that way or, if someone has forgotten to of it on the playing field. Viewing last Saturday'S League girls' softball play you wonder how a child~ the game. Certainly girls have as much anyone, at least by performance. How long cap enthusiasm last? If you could tell a fair from a foul one you were fortunate because there any white lines to help Most in attendance were that there weren't any You could not see the dust was so thick. Why aren't these younS and boys provided the • facilities enjoyed at a Park or similar parks? certainly have the desire, ma up to us to make it a pleas these youngsters to ballpark. As of yet, no o# come up with a solution. Could the city provide help? Could MCRA offer assistance or could the themselves do more? Wherever the fault naaY something has to be done, If not, the archaic system of a few seasons bad¢ be tested again. The National Wildlife Federation's new sound-and-color film, "Wildlife - Our Threatened now is available for showing to conservation groups "loaner" basis. The movie, cited by the Outdoor Writers America as an "outstanding outdoor motion picture," how bulldozers, pesticides and pollutants have threl national heritage of a clean, beautiful land, abundant? wildlife. The "film can obtained for specific showing writing: Outdoor Education Division, National Federation, 1412 16th Street N.W., Washington, D.C. Requests should include the name of the organization, size of expected audience, exact dates on the film will be shown, and when it will be returned.