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Newspaper

Gem Valley Chronicle

Location

Grace, Idaho, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1948

Page

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Former Thatcher Resident Anna Gulbrangen Dies

Mrs. Anna Marie Gulbrangen 76 died at a daughter’s home in Idwha Pally after noon Sunday. Funeral in Thatcher ward chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She was born January 9, 1870 in Kongsvinged Norway and came to America in 1898. She married Otto Gulbrangen in 1900 and lived in Thatcher. Survived by husband and several children, burial in Thatcher Cemetery. Assisted by Williams Funeral Home.

Anna Marie Gu'brangen Olle Taudine Arneson Andersen America Salt Lake City Otto Gulbrangen Thatcher Laray Rope Osea von Idaho Kalle Ale Exander Ceorte Dotan Kena Moerer Julbean Anaihy Norway Greatorander Thatcher Cemetery Williams Furemid Emil Andersen

Literary ClubStyle Show and Card Party

The Literary Club sponsors a style show and card party at 2 p m on Wednesday at the high school gym. Proceeds go to the Tong Fund with invitations extended to members and guests, including honored speakers and volunteers.

Literary Club Grace Hterary Club Harty Levy Tibery Fuar

Demonstration Attracts Guests From Presto Circle

A rare demonstration event drew attendees including Mrs. Yosesworth and other local figures. Mr. Auger of Presto led the group, with Ernest Skinster and Richards named among participants at the gathering.

Uén Yosesworth Ernest Skinster Richards G von Auger Presto

Grave High School presents five one act plays

Grave High School speech department staged five one act plays Wednesday evening in the High School auditorium under Cr Simmons as director. Cast lists include Mrs Bar Pret Florence Ruwnussen Jack Freeman Gary Hogan Mrs Howard Mayor Pantry and many others in roles such as Grandma Grandrut Maid and Revenue Collector. The event announced a deadline of April 23 for performance readiness.

the Grave High School D P.m Cr. Simmons Mre Barpret Florence Ruwnusseny Jack Jack Freeman Gensard Meé- Alfivter Gary Hogan Howard Doyor Pantry Dr. Howard

Birthday Party Observed by Julie Raymond’s Schoolmates

Julie Raymond celebrated her seventh birthday with a party at her home on Friday. Guests included Tonya Beth Dallum EReila Care belt Gwneda and others. attendees shared gifts and cheer in a small informal gathering.

Julie Raymond Omoither Tonya Beth Dallum Ereila Belt Gwneda Mary Gay Johnson

Stalder Family Travels to Salt Lake City and Back

Stalder and Mrs Mili left Sunday for Salt Lake City and returned home Tuesday. They were accompanied by Shirley Christensen and Donna Syd Abd. Dorothy Dati had spent the weekend with their parents.

Ie Stalder Milii Salt Lake Ami Seah Lake Shirley Christensen Donna Syd Dorothy Dati T.eir

Local people and visits in Gem Valley area

Gem Valley residents report visits and activities across Idaho and Utah. Mrs Reba Turner hosts in Preston. Frey Burton buys a Plymouth. births announced in Pocatello. Melvyn Christensen and family travel to Montpelier. hospitalizations and medical trips to Logan and Salt Lake City noted. community events include the Grace High School seminary dance and local business shopping trips.

Simplicity Promises Efficient Tractor Operation

Advertisement touts an easy to install device by any mechanic. It claims no adjustments or alterations needed on tractors and asserts the spring mechanism removes muscle strain, boosting the operator’s endurance.

Double Action Over Center Steering Booster Benefit

A Silver steering booster improves steering clutch efficiency and durability by reducing clutch pull from about 124 pounds to under 15 pounds. It enables full travel of clutches, reduces slipping, and minimizes brake use and excessive wear on throwout bearings and brakes.

Finger-tip Control Promises Easy Steering for Tractors

A sales pitch touts Finger-tip pull as Silver Beever Control offering positive, no alteration steering for tractors. It claims widespread helper results and invites practical discussion on steering issues.

Central News Social Roundup From Central Area Happenings

Mr and Mrs Dean Mites took their ulanett to Salt Lake City Monday. Mr and Mrs Dewn Anderson and family motored to Pocatello Sunday. Wards Anderson and family visited, with The State College involvement noted. J Jay Andersen of Pocatello spent Wednesday through Friday here. Miss Travis Andersen of Pocatello visited this week. Leland Andersen won two trophies as outstanding bowler in Pocatello. his son Jimmie won the high school trophy for boxing. Lou’s Skimiar and the Andersens stayed with Wiford Andersen in Pocatello Sunday. Parley Lloyd and family drove to Idaho Falls Monday. Austin Christensen and Parley Lloyd moved back to their ranch in Central for the summer. Leo Christensen and wife bought a new DeSoto octane on Saturday. Thomas Crampton and Mrs Christensen visited Austin Christensen’s home Wednesday and Thursday.

Glen, Fraser Salt Lake City Reba Turner John Chatterton Sam Smith Preston Frey Burton New Plymouth Melyin’ Chiristensen Set Gloyd Bil Staldorci Montpelier Albers Thompsen Laogin ‘Euver Melvyn Christensen Hee Peck Poca Telo Las & Stalker Hay Christenser Olin Christensen Pocatelle Witors Oleen Andersen Cache Val Logan Udah Due Miles Salt, Lake City Dewey Huisen Caribou Win Williams Mes Wesley Hubbard Jeve Tinpey Thild Lake Will Turner John Vo Kirby Studebaker Lawrence Burgin Bob Bediger Lona Haris Betty Packstand Pecatello Allan Bennett Betuath St. Benedict Hospital James Swensen Lot Cate Dau Pocatello John Oviatt Twin Falls Arthur Clark Uccemec Mar Upderr Howses Rulow Medford Grace Bit Tonasket Wash Thursay J. Stanley. Harrison Homer Williams W. Samuel Smith Scott D. Lowe Idaho State Col‘ee Quént'n’ Sorensen Harry’ Allsop USAC Marty Dalton Art McClellan Florence, Burgin Douglas Johnson Lois Hartviesen Barbara Ha'e Busby Smith Bob Wayre Dick Nielson Mes Cheng Dren Dean Mites Salt Lake Mornday Dewn Anderson Fantily Cowisi Wards Anderson the State College W. Jay Andersen J. Andersen Travis Andersen Leland “Andersen Avas the Austin Christensen Student Martel Weaver Bean Weaver Betty Lou Hendricks Adelaide Weaver Harlow Hendricks the Budge Hospital Richard Garbett Frank Williams Garbett C'sir Spackman San Diego Calif Mars Elis Wright Mendenhald Logan Miller Mendesthal Sarah Roylance Lucille Ogden Harris Stephenson Vernon Mendenhall Lago Bilis Wright Jack Hoopes Gra Ta Thatcher Reno Weaver Vilete Mendenhall Arlette ‘Bobwinkle C'arice Joan Mendenhall Alené Sorensen Norman Bennett Rachel Larsen Lava Mot Springs Mira Det] Wood Murray Uta Thatneer D. J. Coombs

Black and White Day Fair Board Meets in Agrugt High

The Gem Valley Black and White Fair board met Thursday evening at the high school with Chairman Brigham Young presiding. Budget for the 1848 fair was approved by county commissioners. Plans underway for a bigger, better fair next year. Executive members present included Brigham Young, Glen Jencen, Ester Ziegler, Ertyest Skinner, Evi Jensen. department heads Hardy Mickelson, Ellis Leavitt, Louis Stalker, Lloyd Burton, Max Rigby, George Moyea. and ladies division leaders Mary Aten, Louette Cleug, Ethel Mendenhall, Carolyn Hag, Jun Tarbett, Ted Tarbett.

Gem Valley Black & White Fair ‘Board Brigham Young Petty Shinock Equnity Fair Board Glen Jencen Ester Ziegler Ertyest Skinner Evi Jensen Hardy Mickelson Ellis Leavitt Louis Stalker Lloyd Burton Max Rigby George Moyea Anen Mary Aten Louette Cleug Ethel Mendenhall Carolyn Hag Jun Ted Tarbett Liddes

Funeral Services for Emma Elizabeth Benson

Funeral services were held Tuesday April 6 at 2 pm in the Grace First Ward chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for Emma Elizabeth Benson who passed away April 2 at her daughter’s home in Firth. Interment in Grace Cemetery followed under the direction of her mortuary in Pocatello.

Grace First Ward Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Emma Elizabeth Benson Firth John V. Kirby Gryan Katharne Dalton Loran Jenkins Merrill House Len Snow H. A. “Yiorkman Pocatello Lie Grace Cemetery Kenneth Kingsferd

Fair Board Meeting Held at Jack Gibbs Home

The Bannock County fair board met at the Jack Gibbs home on Saturday afternoon. Mrs. Gibbs and her sisters assisted with a turkey dinner served at 1 p m. The board members included Mrs. Hooper of Lava Hot Springs, Mr. and Mrs. Petty, Swan, Mr. and Mrs. Burrup, Downey, Leimon of Pocatello, and Mr. Gibbs. Mr. Palmer attended as a guest. A regular fair board meeting followed the dinner.

Bannock County Fair Board Jack Gibbs

Lago Award Mutual Sponsors Program Highlights

The Lago Sun reports on a Mutual Sponsors Program featuring two trios. Dawna Harrig, Barline tind, and Eileen Smith form the first group while Lucie Longenbohn, Gail Jepsen, and Dixie Robbins compose the second. Daniel Mickelson served as moderator guiding speaking parts.

Lago Award Mutual Lago Sun Dawna. Harrig Barline Eileen Smith Lucie Longenbohn Gail ‘Jepsen Dixie ‘Robbins Daniel Mickelson

Entertains Bridge Club At Mrs Iva Thompson Home

Mrs Iva Thompson entertained her bridge club at her home Monday evening. Members included Mrs Zetta Corbett Mrs Ethel Sorensen Mrs Bruce Johnson Mrs Fannie Peterson Mrs Vivian Summons and guests Mrs Baker Mrs Mildred Julnsten June Sargeant.

Iva Thompson Zetta' Corbett

Mrs Robbins Hosts Club Evening With Pinochle

Mrs Robbins entertained members of her club on a Wednesday evening at her home. The event featured pinochle and refreshments served by the hostess. Attendees included Mrs Lily Peck Mrs George Walters Mrs James Bensen Mrs Don Adams Mrs Theo Haratis Mrs Adolph Wyss and Mrs Verna Chrishop.

Laura Robbins

Waxing furniture feet prevents scratches on Moor surfaces

A readers tip advises waxing furniture feet to avoid marring Moor floors when moved. The note suggests applying the wax to the legs before shifting heavy items to maintain floor finish and reduce damage.

Program from Junior Primary Church of Jesus Christ event

Original program developed by officers and children of the Junior Primary association was presented Sunday at Grace Tabernacle. It featured a full program of prayers, songs, poems, and lessons including themes of happiness, friendship, tithing, health, faith, repentance, baptism, and love with performances by groups One, Two, and Zions Boys and Girls under teachers Lucille Tarbet Elve Gibbons Connie Lechtenberg Opal Taylor and Lida Rigby.

Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Sainte Grace Tabernacle Katharine Dalton Viola Smith Philip Clegg Thayne Smith Lucille Tarbet Elve Gibbons Lillian Peterson Zions Boys Dorothy Collins Croup Grace Allen Shepherd Roger Peterson Mildred Burton Deanne Harris Yélu “Thomas Aileen Hubbard Rubs Wiliams Mildred Toone

Thatcher News Highlights Local Social and Church Activities

Thatcher residents and families attend visits, dances, and church meetings. Local gatherings include Mendenhall and Wrights hosting, a Lago ward-bishopric meeting, and a fundraiser dance for a baseball team. Several residents travel to Logan Salt Lake City Soda Springs and Grace for visits and events.

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Ashcraft the Jeweler Charles R. Ashcraft Rogers Bros GEM Valley Nate Have Paribou Soda Springs Frank ‘Taylor Frank Siddard Minkook Rd’ Christensen Williams Ward Simmons Win Williams Wrovep Harold B. Low Salt Lake Caly Bertha’ Campbell Caldwell May Moffett Ilingis Jeon Sat Medford Rhytls Ieiy Nhee Ernest “Sisinnsr Homer Williame Simmer von Pa June Aadsonson von Latirand Core TN Ken’s Tractor Service Central News Black & White Day Fair Board Ford R. J. Coppard Mrs. Robbins Phore Meriher- Dowt
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