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The Daily Sentinel Tuesday, March 23, 1999 SOLICITATION: Casto himself tipped off law enforcement. Continued from page 1B was also known for providing cigarettes, to teens, the affidavit said. Casto himself tipped law enforcement about his alleged activities Jan. 7 when he called the Garfield County Sheriff's Department to report that two teen-age girls had broken into his trailer. He told deputies the girls had a photo of a' naked 14-year-old girl sitting in Casto's kitchen and were at; tempting to blackmail him with it.

Casto denied knowing who took the photo but that it was taken during a strip poker game at his trailer on Christmas Eve. He said this wasn't the first time he had played strip poker with teens, but that it was the first time a girl became completely naked. One of the girls told deputies Casto put his arm around her shoulder and invited her into his bedroom. Knowing this to be a sexual invitation, she declined, the affidavit said. Another girl told deputies Casto offered her and her friend two cartons of cigarettes each if they would engage in sex with him, the affidavit said.

She also alleged Casto exposed himself to them. Yet another teen-age girl referred to Casto as the "free cigarette guy," and said she and a friend visited him regularly. During one visit, Casto allegedly told them he loved them, the affidavit said. During another visit, after they refused to play strip poker with him, he exposed himself to them, the girl said. A 13-year-old boy told deputies he would deliver Casto's offer to the girls.

OBITUARIES James Peter Baczkowski October 4, 1947 March 20, 1999 James Peter Baczkowski, 51, of Grand Junction died Saturday, March 20, 1999, at St. Mary's, Hospital. A funeral service will be held Wednesday, March 24, at 10 a.m at Callahan- ast Mortuary. Jim was born October 4, 1947, in Chicago, to Leonard and Vera Benson Baczkowski. He grew up in Nederland, Colorado and graduated from Nederland High School.

He married Dolores Kay Miller on April 28, 1968 at Wonderview, Colorado. Jim proudly served his, country during the Vietnam War in the U.S. Army with the 82nd Airborne Division. He was wounded and was awarded the Silver Star, the Purple Heart, the National Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam Service Medal with two Bronze Service Stars, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, the Combat Infantryman Badge, and the Sharpshooter Badge with Rifle Bar. He was retired from the military.

Jim was a lifetime member of the Disabled American Veterans, He was a former air traffic controller at Moses Lake, Washington. While living in Washington, he taught the first amputee ski school in the state. In Grand Junction, he was a volunteer at the Veterans Administration Hospital where he taught crafts. Survivors include his wife, Dolores, of Grand Junction; two sons and daughterin-laws, Brett and his wife Brenda of Ft. Collins and Senior Airman Corey and his wife, Brooke of Davis Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson; a sister, Judy Miller of Denver, a brother Jerry Baczkowski of Nederland; and three grandchildren.

Contributions may be made in Jim Baczkowski's name for a memorial bench on the Riverfront Trail to the Riverfront Foundation, PO Box 2477, Grand Junction, CO, 81502. The Daily Sentinel Academy Award contest winner announced By LORI CUMPSTON The Daily Sentinel The votes are in and the bal- one-month movie pass. lots tabulated, and the winner The winners are as follows: for Best Guesser in the 1999 Best Director: Steven SpielDaily Sentinel Academy Award berg "Saving Private Ryan" Sweepstakes Contest is Norma Best Original Song: J. Graham of Grand Junction. "'When You Believe" from "The Graham correctly selected Prince of Egypt" six of seven Oscar winners that Best Picture: "Shakeswere televised Sunday in Los peare in Love" Angeles.

Best Actor: Roberto BeFor her efforts, Graham will nigni "Life is Beautiful" receive a six-month theater Supporting Actress: Judi pass to both United Artists the Dench "Shakespeare in Love" aters in Grand Junction Col- Best Actress: Gwyneth orado West Four and Teller Paltrow "Shakespeare in Love" Arms Twin. Supporting Actor: James Second place goes to Karah Coburn "Affliction" Rinaldi, who won a three- The 71st Academy Awards month movie pass. Placing set a record as the longest show third was James Church of ever at four hours and two Grand Junction, who won a minutes. ROAD: County would like the BLM to participate in planning process Continued from page 18 county is questioning are not really roads at all but merely two-track trails. Resource protection becomes even more critical with increasing numbers of people visiting southeast Utah, Walker said.

Redd said the county's road survey is complete with satellite images and analysis of whether the roads are for tourism or for oil and gas exploration. Redd, though, said the dispute speaks to the larger issue of states' and counties' rights. "It's a question of if there are any states' rights left," Redd said. "Do roads originally granted by the federal government revert back under some strange amendment to the Constitution?" Redd said the county would also like the federal government to participate in the planning process of local government and not dictate what will happen from Washington, D.C. Redd said he hopes the federal agency removes the signs.

"We found them and notified (BLM) and we think they need to sit at the planning table with us and not be another New York person coming in to make another request," Redd said about the signs and the BLM. "We're a local government with ownership in some property, namely the GRANT: Final decision made in April Continued from page 18 for water-quality programs; Upper Colorado Environmental Plant Center, $15,000 to convert a flood irrigation system to sprinkler irrigation. Middle Park Soil Conservation District, $9,400 for stream stabilization along Sheephorn Creek; North Fork River Improvement Association near Paonia, $15,000 1 to install a weir; Westside Ditch on Grand Mesa, $3,108 for a new headgate. Anderson Ditch and Pipeline, $9,130 to upgrade the system; Raftopoulos Ranches in Moffat County, $5,000 to replace a valve control on an irrigation dam. West Divide Water Conservancy District, $6,759 to install water monitoring equipment and $5,420 for measuring devices.

AIRPORT: Work scheduled for May Continued from page 1B Thomas said the work is scheduled to start in May and will last for several weeks. ways and a cargo access road, Tho- The construction will not intermas said. fere with the airport's daily operaThe airport will use $17,000 in tions, Thomas said. passenger finance charges to pay for "The work (on the main taxi way) the renovations, Thomas said, and will be done in stages," Thomas said. the $832,560 grant will pay for the "So it shouldn't do a lot as far as rest of the improvements.

delays." DEATH NOTICES Lynn Evans, 86, Grand Junction, died March 21, 1999, in St. Mary's Hospital. Arrangements are pending with Callahan-Edfast Mortuary. Survivors include his wife, Bonnie; 'one son, Kent of Grand Junction; one daughter, Diane Arnold of Boulder; two brothers, Don of Fairbault, and Emerson of Joyce, Iowa; and three grandchildren. Mabel T.

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A sample menu could include Black Canyon bean salad, Parmesan chicken, low-fat broccoli, bacon and cheddar toss, toasted health bread and chocolate angel food cake drizzled with low-fat creme Anglaise. The cookbooks cost $17.95 each and can be ordered by calling 243-7790. Or send a check or money order for $20.95 (includes shipping) to West of the Rockies, Junior Service League of Grand Junction, P.O. Box 3221, Grand Junction 81502. Proceeds from the sale of the book are used to benefit projects such as the Riverfront Project, Dinosaur Valley Museum and the Mesa County Public Library Adult Literacy Program.

Call (303) 436-9578 for information. Advice to You In the ANN LANDERS my mother is trying to marry me off ligious beliefs and said he will not Dear Ann: I just turned 25, and My father is zealous about his reStars to the son of one of her friends. I have an excellent job and am not worried about being unattached. I don't date much, which is OK for now. My mother told her friend which days I had off so her son could see me.

He called my mother, and she set up a lunch date for next week. Of course, I have to go. My mother has talked about my dating situation with my aunt and my sister, and now, I am beginning to feel pressured on all sides. I tried to explain to Mom how demeaning this is, but she became hostile and said she is only trying to help me. Don't get me wrong, Ann.

I love my mother, and we get along fine, but this is more than I can take. My mother is desperate for me to get married, but I'm not interested in wedding bells at this point in my life. Even if the guy turns out to be great, I still resent my mother's maneuvering. What can I do about this galling situation? Oahu Mess Dear Oahu: You can tell your mother you do not want her to arrange any more dates and that if she tries, you will refuse to go. Then, keep your word.

Dear Ann: I am engaged to a wonderful man who treats me like a queen, is considerate and thoughtful, and has excellent manners. He is hard and has been there for me through thick and thin. "John" is 28, and I am 27. We have known one another for three years and have lived together for 11 months. My father has never given John a chance.

Dad says it is because he didn't ask for permission before our first date, which is a mighty lame excuse. I thought Dad would change his mind when John and I became officially engaged seven months ago, but it hasn't happened. attend our wedding because John is not "religious enough." Also, Dad looks down on John because he has only a high school education and I have a college degree. Dad says a woman should never marry beneath herself "education wise." Finally, John's job is manual labor he drives a moving truck. Dad thinks when John gets older and can no longer do that sort of work, he will become dependent on me.

The truth is that John makes a lot of money working for an international company, and his retirement plan is far superior to mine. This situation hurts my mother and me, and it is hard to explain to John. My uncle will be walking me down the aisle. I have cried a bucket of tears over this, and no one has been able to change Dad's mind. Any ideas, Ann? Woodbridge, Va.

Dear Virginia: Your father is mean spirited and punitive. His reasoning is faulty, and his values are cockeyed. Ignore his stubbornness, and make plans without him. I fear he is going to pay dearly for his dominating ways and heavyhandedness. Have a wonderful wedding, dear, and be a beautiful, beaming bride.

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However, I couldn't make the game without a winning club finesse." What was overlooked in this exchange? West led his heart king and continued with his queen when South dropped the jack. South's jack was very revealing. Holding A-J-x, he would have ensured two stoppers by winning his ace, so the play of the jack marked him with only two hearts. And since West could have continued with any heart to force South's ace, his Hospice queen was a deceptive suit-prefBox erence signal, indicating an interest in spades rather than clubs. South took his heart ace, crossed to dummy in diamonds, and took the club finesse.

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Energy spent clearing the channels of communication is well worth it. Aries (March 21-April 19). Handle money carefully, especially with a relative. Your vision may not be the clearest act only after consideration. Be dutiful in routine and unselfish in dealing with the needs of others.

Responsible exercise helps stress. Taurus (April 20-May 20). Social contacts and women figure high in your life for the next few days. Be direct in your intentions. Plan for additional responsibilities in your occupation, and watch for things unseen to emerge shortly.

Plan for health care. Gemini (May 21-June 21). A love affair coming to a head now could result in the end of a career or pro fessional interest. Pertinent details have yet to present themselves. Your social nature flourishes now; use those contacts for professional gain.

Cancer (June 22-July 22). Pressures may seem intense now meditate or take a drive in the country for perspective. Do not fall into victim, savior or martyr roles. You can release through exercise. Watch overspending and speculation.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22). Expansion of your world is in motion now. Tensions may flare with your partner let go of your expectations, and put your energy in entertaining or enjoying prized possessions. The desire to change and be changed is upon you.

Today's birthday (March 23). Emphasis on discipline and goal setting brings great rewards this year. Political happenings in May help you hone in your powers of concentration and mental agility. You are a player and will finally be recognized for your influence. Finances ease up of Mantey Heights.

Services will be at 10 a.m. March 29, in Memorial Gardens Mausoleum chapel. Survivors include one son, Paul of Beaumont, Texas; and four daughters, Helen Burford of Grand Junction, Sharon King of Clifton, Judy Brown of Westminister and Gloria Parker of Casper, Wyo. Memorial contributions to Hospice of the Grand Valley, P.O. 60307, Grand Junction 81506.

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Money months are April and August. Your best signs for love are Cancer or Capricorn. Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22).

Your partner may have different ideas on the best next course of action. Wait for things to settle before acting. This may be a good time for you to take a leadership role in your relationships. Restlessness stirs impulsive action. Libra (Sept.

23-Oct. 23). Tension can create miscommunications or physical upset. Hold onto a larger vision. Establish guidelines and goals.

Reach out to the wisdom of an older and wiser mind who is more objective and far-seeing. Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Lack of understanding and wisdom can lead to doubts.

Your legal matters complete now, and you can finally see your way clear to standing on foreign soil. Commit to school or religious matters that will broaden vision. Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21).

A commitment is essential now to keep things open with your lover or child. You may be seeing things through too small or fearful a perspective. Don't dwell on the unknown. Set your boundaries, and trust in the rest. Capricorn (Dec.

22-Jan. 19). Contract negotiations can finalize now, and you are ready to make the commitment that is the next step for you. A friend helps you see hidden benefits. Stay practical.

Be willing to trust a bit and accept the truth. Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Determination increases; obstacles disappear.

Overall luck and good fortune come through investments and hunches. Make intimacy more of a priority. Romance with a Leo or Libra starts as friendship. Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20).

You finally get resolution to the situation at hand and see things more clearly. Conversation may not be flowing, and you may encounter narrowmindedness and distrust. You must accept more responsibility..