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NOVEMBER 1996 VOL. 72, NO. 11 Publisher-Nina M. La France Editor-Robert J. Early Managing Editor-Richard G. Stahl Associate Editor-Rebecca Mong Photography Director-Peter Ensenberger Art Director-Mary Winkelman Velgos Deputy Art Director-Barbara Denney Associate Art Director-Russ Wall Production Assistant-Vicky Snow Managing Editor, Books-Bob Albano Associate Editor, Books-Robert J. Farrell Circulation and Marketing DirectorDebbie Thompson Finance Director-Robert M. Steele Fulfillment Director-Bethany Braley Information Systems Manager-Brian McGrath Production Director-Cindy Mackey Coordinator-Kim Gibson Design Manager-Patricia Romano McNear Governor Fife Symington Director, Department of Transportation Larry S. Bonine Arizona Transportation Board Chairman: Sharon B. Megdal, Ph.D., Tucson Vice Chairman: Donovan M. Kramer Sr., Casa Grande Members: E. Rockne Arnett, Mesa; John 1. Hudson, Yuma; Jack Husted, Springerville; Burton Kruglick, Phoenix; Jerry C. Williams, Morenci Toll-free nationwide number for customer inquiries and orders: (800) 543-5432 In the Phoenix area or outside the U.S., call (602) 258-1000 Fax: (602) 254-4505 Our Web site Internet address is: http://www.arizhwys.com/ Internet "Letters to the Editor": [email protected]

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Cochise Concerns

We feel it is most unfortunate that the search for the site where Cochise is buried still goes on, and more unfortunate, that it has been documented and encouraged in your publi-cation ("Searching for Cochise," May '96). We hope that the true burial location of the great Apache Chief Cochise is far from where those who would disturb and desecrate his rest continue to search, and that all such search-es will be futile.

We look to the existing laws that protect cultural resources, sacred sites, and especially human remains as basic civil rights protection for Indian peoples.

Those with interest in Native American culture and history should visit the reservations as guests and tourists and conduct themselves with respect for traditional Indian culture.

The right to conduct back-country exploration does not include a right to disturb archaeological sites or graves.

Chad A. Smith, Archaeologist San Carlos Apache Tribe

Cowboy College

We have really enjoyed reading your magazine since 1940. In the May edition a story by Gail Dudley ("Arizona Cowboy College") was most interesting. There are many Arizona residents who own and love horses and have never heard of a cowboy college.

Sidney Taiz Tucson

The Jackson Ride

The June '96 article on Dr. Ken Jackson ("From Parker to the Blue") sure struck a deep emotional chord in me. I read it with a big lump in my throat and tears in my eyes.

By far the majority of people today lead a fear-based life, re-inforced by what they watch on TV and read in newspapers and magazines.

To read of one man's profound journey through his fears to a place of trust is truly uplifting.

Wendy Ellsworth Quakertown, PA

Flag Picture

Your July '96 issue arrived at my home on Flag Day. I was so disappointed to see our American flag being displayed in-correctly on the cover. Your acknowledgement with the caption, "Its flag may be hung incorrectly, but it's the patriotic thought that counts" doesn't make it okay for the cover.

Helen M. Seredynsky Tucson We received nine letters complaining about the flag picture.

Prescott Issue

It is with great pleasure that I read your articles on Prescott in the July '96 issue, but I do wish you would not advertise the good life that is enjoyed by all who live there.

I hope the transplants remember why they left Califor-nia and resist any temptation to turn Prescott into just another suburb of Los Angeles.

Sam Pinterpe Huntington Beach, CA

Llama Loads

I was very happy to see an article about llamas as Arizona hiking companions ("Along the Way," June '96).My husband and I happen to be the proud owners of two lla-mas, which we use for packing into the Alaskan wilderness. Ours have proven not only practical for our life-style but fun to work and travel with.

However, I was concerned about the article's claim that llamas can easily carry 150 pounds for 20 miles. Llamas, and other pack animals, can safely carry approximately 20 percent of their weight. So an adult llama weighing about 400 pounds can carry 80 pounds of your equipment.

Michelle H. Brown Soldotna, AK

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