Weekly make-up meetings, National Hotel each Wednesday, 6 P.M.

Our Honorable Lion Tailtwister-Jim Dumas, was in rare form last Tuesday, June 7th at the regular meeting of the Burley Rotary Club. Most of you are aware of the fact that the Burley Lions Club furnished the program for the Rotarians at their request.

Lion Jim imposed a $.10 fine on Mayor Salmon because the population of the City of Burley had not reached 8,000. Lion Jim felt the fine was justified because the Mayor had allowed his police force to chase the professional people out of Burley.

The program was designed to aquaint the Rotarians with the activities and services performed by the Lions. I might add that they requested this type of program.

Here is what happened:
Lion Jim provided the light entertainment by collecting almost $6.00 in ten cent fines as mentioned above, and I don't believe he failed to collect from any Rotarian present. The amazing thing was that they seemed to enjoy it. Of course Lion Jim has a way of making you laugh while he empties your pocketbook. Lion Fred Allen gave a good rundown on Lions International, District, Zone and local Club history and statistics. Lion Dr. Nielson explained the eye testing equipment purchased by our club

Lion Glen Kunau reviewed the organization and function of "Live, Inc." and told about the part played by the Burley Club in the sale of the products made by the handicapped of that training school. He also thoroughly covered the Lions calf project for the Fair which we have sponsored for the past six years.

Lion Truman Bradley expounded on all the other community services of our club, such as the Grand Piano for the High School, charge-out desk for the new library, contribution to the new hospital and many other projects. He would up with a very timely plug on the purpose of our Fairbook project.

The entire group was so effective that K.C. Barlow volunteered a Twenty Dollar bill for our special projects fund.

We ended the program by having Lions Ben Banzie and Dave Jensen show the film on inflation that was viewed by our club last Friday. I am still receiving compliments and expressions of amazement from the Rotarians -- even I did not realize how much our club has been doing. "It's great to be a Lion".

The State Convention at Sun Valley was very well attended by the Burley Club. Off and on there were about twenty five couples in attendance. The highlight of the convention was the presence of the President of Lions International, Clarence Sturm and his Lioness. We heard him speak on three occasions and thoroughly enjoyed hearing about Lionism around the world.

Among the panel discussions attended by Burley Lions were: Presidents and Secretaries, Lion Tamers & Tailtwisters and Community Services. Members attending these panels got some good ideas about future activities.

Thanks to the Board of Directors and club members, Lioness Liz, son Davey and I will be leaving by auto for Chicago and the International Convention on July 2nd. Lion Glen Kunau and his family are taking a trip to Iowa at the same time and they have agreed to take in part of the convention with us. We are looking forward to many interesting meetings with other Lions from all parts of the world.

Before leaving for Chicago we hope to have our committees all set up for the coming year. We have all the activities we can handle until September and think that we should concentrate on the Fairbook and the Street marking program, both City and Rurual, until they are brought to successful conclusions.

Again, your new officers are anxious for you to serve on whichever committee you choose. If you have a preference please let us know about it. Our experience has been that no matter what job has been given to any Burley Lion, he has always done an excellent job - on time and cheerfully. We sincerely hope that we can maintain this excellence through the coming year.

A man who never tells a lie has little consideration for his wife's feelings.

"Anger is a wind which blows out the lamp of intelligence."

For many years it has been the pleasure of many Lions to open the Lions magazine as it is received each month and turn to the page written by Director General, Roy Keaton. For several months it has been missing and it would do well for each Lion to take it upon himself to write the Editor in Chicago and protest.

While it has never been our pleasure to meet this distinguished gentleman, many Lions must certainly feel that the wonderful thought he put into writing each month qualified him as a very fine person, capable of a deep understanding of people and the will to serve his fellow man. Can such a person be anything but one of the best?

All too often we are too busy to search for food for our soul and to know what we could find a thought with which we could rekindle our spirit once a month, from our national organ, was a pleasure to anticipate. There are many magazines we can find to read about dogs, fishing, FBI or other assorted subjects but none other that will teach Lionism and the urge to give ourselves to our fellow man who is less fortunate. The only rent the good Lord asks for the space we take on His earth is to look after those less fortunate than we. Is your rent bill up to date?

The only way we can be reminded that we have an obligation is to periodically remind ourselves that we are indeed our brothers keeper.

Everything cometh to he who waiteth -- if he worketh like hell while he waiteth..

--Confusion--

Perhaps in our own weak way we might leave a thought with you each month that would serve the same purpose we refer to in the preceeding article.

In this day of high pressure selling and living wherein the accent is on making the big show for the passerby, over extend credit to the point that we become a slave to the

Some who are very rich are miserably poor-- and many who are very short on worldly goods are very rich. Perhaps you remember the statement of the Lion who inducted you into our club when he said "Lionism pays a great dividend if you care to collect." Those who humbly give the most of themselves collect the greatest dividend.

As we live, we learn. Our ideas of what it is we want out of life undergo great changes. May I reprint a verse I have had for a long time and prize very highly. It is a shame that the authors name has been lost.

I asked God for strength, that I might

achieve--I was made weak, that I might
learn humbly to obey.

things--I was given infirmity, that I
do better things

I was given poverty, that I might be wise.

I was given life, that I might enjoy all things.

I hoped for

I am, among all men, most richly blessed.

Be grateful that you are a good Lion, for a good Lion is a good Christian.

The road of life takes strange turns. For several years Lion Bill toolson has been serving the Burley Lions Club as an officer and was, this year, in line for First Vice-President with the next step as President. In a few hours his life was to be entirely changed. He was appointed Bishop of the LDS First Ward. A job of guiding the spiritual life of some 500 men, women and children for a probable five years and at the same salary paid an officer in the Lions Club. With earning a living, raising a family and taking care of his Ward, we know he could not have possibly had time

Do we have growing pains? Let's take a look. If so, what can be done?

A few years ago when Lionism mushroomed over the border from Utah into Idaho, and for several years to follow, we were part of District 28. District 28 constitutes Utah, so Idaho was designated as 28-I. Eventually, District 28-I covered the area from Afton, Wyoming to Vale and Ontario, Oregon. During the time 28-I was in existence, our district conventions were held with utah in various towns throughout that state.

In 1942 District 39 was formed and sat apart from Utah, comprising substantially the same area now embraced by 39-E and 39-W. As late as 1944-45 the membership of this entire area was approximately 1000. Today, 39-W is 1300 strong.

District 39 remained in effect until 1946. The District grew to the point where the District Governor could not cover the area and do it justice, so a multiple district of 39-E and 39-W was created. This eased the load by making it possible for two District Governor and their respective Cabinets to do the work that one had been doing. Consequently, more concentrated leadership was exerted per club on the district level. Year by year Lionism has steadily marched forward in the multiple district of 39-E and 39-W.

A tremendous bond of loyalty and friendship has developed between the Lions of 39-E and 39-W. This bond is pronounced and strong. It is so strong that even retrogression may be cultivated rather than destroy the opportunity for the fellowshiping which exists in this multiple district.

The interworkings and philosophy which guide and control the districts today are much the same as parents who can't bear to see their children grow up and mature. This response is found in the best of well meaning parents. Delinquency is often caused by over-protective parents.

Is it not time for District 39-W to recognize its growing pains? Is it not time to conclude that the only solution is the formation of a single district? With the same kind of desire and work which built 39-E and 39-W into what it is today, We will build even more abundantly the opportunities for achieving a greater Lionism within the area of 39-W. our Founding Fathers showed us the way, now all we have to do is follow their example. Shall we get this done, say, within two years, by laying the groundwork today?

After sum discusshun amung the staff uf this rag we desided thet nobudy but tha District Guvunur un the Deppity wuz readun the papur. Nobudy grips about what we hav writ un nobudy haz eny suggestunz.

A cupl uv issus bak we askt a questun thut shud concern every Lion membur un not a peep frum eneybudy. probly we will be kikt out when Prez Bradley appoints his new cummitteez so we ur gonna ask agin --WHERE THE HELL IS THE BURLEY LIONS OFFICIAL CLUB CHARTER?

I wept because I had no Shoes--
Until I met a Man who had no Feet--

After all is said and done -- More is Said Than Done --

This Lion was born in Pleasant View, Utah, one of ten children, the son of a farmer. He attended Weber College and the Utah Agricultural College. While in College he participated in vocal quartettes, solos, several plays and operettas. He was also active in the sports program. He played quarterback for Weber College, held the 100-yard dash record for several years, and made a trip to Honolulu with his ball team. he played basketball in both high school and college. At one time he was awarded a watch for being the outstanding athlete of the year. He began playing baseball when he was just a youngster and when he was 18 years of age was managing The Five Points baseball team at Ogden. He worked a year after graduation for his brother then began teaching in Malad, attended Summer School in Moscow and taught 6 years in Sugar City.

He married in 1929, has two boys, two girls and five grandchildren. Hobbies include fishing, hunting and golf. He has spent most of his adult life working with boys and girls, has served on the Board of Directors and is a 15-year Old Monarch.

By now you know who this good Lion is, but do you ex-service men know that he has in his possession a citation from the President of the U.S. commending him for serving as Advisor to Registrants, Local Board #16.

Having a good time is a habit. If you are waiting for great things to happen, if you belittle simple home joys, if you have not thought it worth while to untertake festivities because you can't do things in elegant style, it is quite likely the spirit of the occasion will avoid you.

---------------Anon.

International President Sturm convincingly delivered his belief that service is the obligation and opportunity for Lions everywhere. Personally he and his charming wife made everyone feel the glow of friendship that has won them the affection of fellow Lions around the world. It was a real privilege to have had them attend our convention.

it's difficult to say what one gets out of a convention. Memories of some good food, good times at barbeque or in the swimming pool, scuttle-butting in the Lodge, an inspiring speech, a new idea -- all add up to one point, it's great to be a Lion. If one left with a desire to go again it surely was a successful convention.

Congratulations are in order for the outstanding achievement of the Burley Lions Club during the past year. Many and varied are the projects undertaken and accomplished. Contributions have been made for 4-H summer camp, Boy Scout visual aids, The Youth Program, the Red Cross blood drive (in blood and sweat) and Miss Idaho's trip to Atlantic City. A boy and a girl were sponsored to Boys' State and Girls' State. A fair Queen candidate was sponsored and given $50 and a set of luggage. A calf for a 4-H'er was purchased for $100. A $550 check out desk was purchased for the new city library. A pledge of $2000 matched by an

Lions participated in the welcome package for the teachers at the beginning of the school year. Several ladies nights and kids parties were held during the year. The Lionesses reciprocated with a bang-up affair.

All the bicycles at the schools were Scotch-lited. A vision screening project in the school was conducted with Lions funds. Those who could not afford corrections received free glasses. The curb marking and rural road marking projects were begun and are progressing at a good clip.

All of this takes money. About $1300 was obtained through the sale of fair books. Selling brooms and rugs for Live, inc. brought in a good sum plus helping the blind sell their product at a profit. The curb numbering project will also be a money maker.

Finishing high among the clubs in the District Governor's contest attests to quality of the year's program in Lionism.

Praise has been heard on every side for the dedicated service of our Lion Pres. Newel Nelson who has forsaken personal pleasures and business obligations to keep the Burley Lions the top notch club it is. No one has reported the hours it takes to be a successful Lions president. Lion Newel's performance has added stature to the position and great credit to the Burley Lions. We hope the association made during this year will be lasting and lead on to greater achievements for Lionism.

The Vice-Presidents serve without much recognition but the members of the cabinet know full well the responsibilities devlolving upon the V.P.'s. Lions Truman Bradley

The secretary, Lion Jess Taylor, has been praised for the efficient way in which he has kept the records of the club and the promptness with which reports were completed.

Lion Treasurer Ben Dansie's records have been audited and all accounts were in order. Through his efforts bills were paid on time and dues kep current. For sure he has spent many extra hours taking care of our business.

The Directors composed of Lions Herman Bedke, Les Morgan, jim Henson, Al Thaxton and Russ Jensen have been of immeasureable assistance in making decisions that affect the club. Their good and steady judgment has been probably overlooked but not the less appreciated by all.

The Tail Twister, Lion Jim Dumas, has been the thorn in our flesh for many long days. Our fondest hope is soon to be realized -- to have him back in the ranks again and fulnerable to the fanciful whims of the Tail Twister.

our thanks to Lion Tamer Don Norton who has fulfilled his duties to the satisfaction of all.

Thanks again to all the officers for a job well done!

The Lion Fisherman of the Month Award goes to Lion Earl Carlson who reported he stood in Lion 1/2 hour before he put his Lion into the waters of Silver Creek to capture five large trout in 1/2 hour. He is not Lion about this because he has the fish in the refrigerator to prove it. What a Lion!

Mark June 24 for the Kids Picnic. Bring the whole family. Mamas are invited -- infact urged to come and enjoy the fun. There will be swimming, games and gifts. Jay Nichols has agreed to put on his specialty, a real beef barbeque in a pit. A treat to smell and eat.

Two suggested projects are to build another shelter at the park and/or shelter in strategic points on the golf course. What are your suggestions?

A collectors Item -- the match book cover announcing Lion Fred Allen's candidacy for District Governor. A detailed biography is planned for wide distribution. Anyone having any bits of information on Fred Allen should forward them to the publication committee. Let's all get behind Fred and push. We have a good man for the job.

Oh yes, we almost forgot -- Fred is Zone Chairman.

A big city columnist said, "On the bus the other morning were two worried fathers. one didn't know where his kids were on Saturday night, and the other one did."