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Duchesne Courier

Location

Duchesne, Utah, United States of America

Date

May 01, 1931

Page

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Duchesne High School Opera Praise and Community Notes

Duchesne City High School presented The Gypsy Rover directed by TLF Jolson with Grant Brown Elsie Johnson Scott Lusty and others in leading roles. The performance earned high marks for acting and singing while local news updates report a $15000 bridge appropriation and winter conditions affecting travel and repairs in the Duchesne area.

Duchesne City High School Gypsy Rover TL. F. Jolson Grant Brown Gilbert Howe Elsie Johnson Lady Constance Robert Wood George Martendale Clara Mayhew Lara Scott Lusty Sinfo Lela Davis Glen Mickelson Mario Tellxk Beckatead Nino TI. F. Johnson Jerome Joseph Rollins Buttler Harold @illings Francis McCorkle Mable Mickelson Rover Constance Johnson

Marriages and Divorces in Duchesne County 1929-1930

In Duchesne County there were 50 marriages in 1929 and 51 in 1930. Divorces numbered 10 in 1929 and 3 in 1930. Statewide marriages fell about ten percent from 1929 to 1930, while Duchesne County stayed roughly the same. Divorces statewide over the two years were nearly unchanged.

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Cannon Commits Farm To Rotation System

County extension agent outlines alfalfa rotation to sustain yield and soil fertility. Utah Experiment Station notes decline after years five to six without rotation. Recommendations include annual manure, spring harrow, cutting alfalfa when one tenth to one fifth bloom, and planting mixed crops with emphasis on alfalfa for half the cultivable land.

Tra B. Cannon Mt. Emmons Fr. Cannon Utah Experiment Station Utah Ely Gentry Duchesne County

Oscar A. Kirkham Talks to Local Scouts

Oscar A. Kirkham spoke to the local Boy Scout Troop on Saturday evening April 2, teaching a song and recounting the 1980 London Jamboree. He praised Scouts for brotherly service, shared heroic tales, and urged strong support for Dr. Bishop, praising his impact on town morale.

Oscar A. Kirkham Mr. Kirkham London England Ind Dr. Bishop Kirkham Angels Wnavwares

Appreciation by Duchesne PTA President

A Duchesne PTA President thanks Parents and Teachers for winter support despite obstacles and finances. The report notes a $6.81 loan for perfect record awards, gratitude to the American Legion for cash and food contributions, and plans to raise funds. Financial details show year 1930-31 receipts and beginning balance, with continuation indicated.

PB. T. A Duchesne America Legion G. A, Stromberg

Douglas Smith Leads Local Scouts To Star Rank

Douglas Smith senior patrol leader of the worn Troop advanced to the Star Scout ranking Saturday. He received the Star Badge from Oscar A Kirkham regional scout executive the same night. The badge was the first in the troop and echoed a 1920 gesture. Garret Stolt and Billy Murdock were awarded Tenderfoot badges by Kirkham.

Douglas Smith Oscar A. Kirkham Kirkham Garret Stolt Billy Murdock Nso Mr. Kirkham

Porter Addresses Scouts at Court of Honor Meeting

Robert G Porter spoke to the Scouts at a Court of Honor session noting his time in Washington D C with the Boy's Brigade and experiences in the National Guard. The event highlighted scouts' activities as Norman Stott received the Second Class Badge.

Robert Porter Boy's Brigade Washington, D. C Scout Movement America National Guards Alt Norman Stott

Roosevelt 20 Yrs Ago Sets Sight on Growth and Schools

The town reports warm weather boosts crops and notes state land board will buy Roosevelt school bonds at 5 percent interest for 10 to 20 years. Teachers for next year include I Winslow as principal, Fern Packard and Cleo Wigginton as assistants. Zella Miller declines. Building projects surge with M E Warmston’s new drug store, J Blaeckhurst’s 25 by 50 foot furniture store, and Dry Gulch Irrigation on track to deliver water by May 20. Population rises with new residents at Larsen and Lybbert homes. Vernal trips and lumber arrivals pace Roosevelt’s busy summer plans.

State Land Board Roosevelt School I. © Winslow Fern Packard Springville Utah Cleo Wigginton Zella Miller Provo M. E. Warmston Main First North J. Blaeckhurst Main Street Irrigaton Company John Merkley Whiterocks Henry J. Wareing Wichita Kansas Roosevelt Ai Bireh Vernal Elsha Campbell Unti Lumber Wilford Larsen Dan Lybbert Bank Building George Calvert Blu Dart Murl Hoskinson Leland Beach Gibson Mogensen Grand Junction Inter-Mountain Bliss Lott Caleb Tanner Duchesne Valley Cashier &. J Steve Wagner Myrons N. G. Clark John Deakins Louise Davidson Nebraska Pariette J. J. Ewing Theodora Dnehesne Duchesne Mfeans R. OH. Burdick

Women club elects officers after tie on ballots

The Business and Professional Women's Club held its annual officer election at Myra Margaret Forter's home. Mrs. Hazel O'Toole won the presidency after a second ballot tied with Alyce Ashton. Nora Pack became Vice President, Ethel Schonlan Secretary, Nellie Feller Treasurer, delegates chosen for the Ogden State Convention in May, and a social waffle supper followed.

Business and Professional Women’s Club Myra Margaret Forter Bobs Murdock Hazel O'Toole Alyce Ashton High Place O'Toole Nora Pack Ethel Schonlan Nellie Feller Ogden Ethel Schontan

Annual Poppy Day in Duchesne May 23

Duchesne schedules Poppy Day for Saturday May 23 with a city drive organized by the American Legion Auxiliary led by Helen Tollenbeck Hazel Orr and the poppy committee. Proceeds fund disabled veterans and families of the dead in Duchesne with a nationwide push expected to involve 7200 Auxiliary units and over 106 million participants.

Duchesne Thichesne Helen 3 Tollenbeck American Legion Auxiliary Hazel Orr France Flanders

Pheasant Debate on Crops in Duchesne County

Farmers in Duchesne County debate whether the pheasant helps or harms crops. Utah County potato worm control and alfalfa areas show positive results from protecting the bird. One Eastern Duchesne farmer cites crops saved from toppers, while others see grain loss. The piece invites verdicts on the bird’s protection. A note mentions anglers on a common fish stream and a continuation on the next page.

Duchesne County Utah County Atuneces

Steel Bridge Site Delayed by Low Water

Itarry Seaton and Will Morrison visited Theodore Tuesday as Mr Means planned a steel bridge site. Water levels prevent assessing fall cut offs. site choice postponed. A $15 000 fund is available and work will start soon after the site is chosen.

Itarry Seaton Will Morrison Theodore Mr. Means

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Duchesne High School Smoot Duchesne River Means Secretary of the Interior Strawberry Valley Heber Llngham Uncle Sam J. D. Stormont Myton Arthur C. Marsh West Bench Stormont Hell Walter Marsh Delta Colo Arthur John Irwin Upper Duchesne Mr. Irvin Wyoming Mart Mirsing Stockmore Roheay Savyie Chris Merkley Federal Grand Jury Salt Lake Chas Clapper John Keel Price Keel Ayallott Indian Village Naper Mira Ariha C. Marsh Luella Washburn Detla Spratt Andy Clemons Bridge Street J. A. Russell Plains Afontana Roy Cook Walle John Meadows Meadows Grant Murdock Wellie Muir G. Porter BP. W
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