06 Jan 1949
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Newspaper
Gunnison Valley News
Location
Gunnison, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1949
Page
1
A fragmented notice describes Utah Know Your Utah Week scheduled January 4 to January 10. It urges all Utahns to learn about the state's history, industries, tourism and opportunities while highlighting an official act and civic involvement led by local figures.
Fragmented report describes FFA rodent hunt efforts with two teams, point totals reaching 2200 and 1900, cash prizes of 5.00 to 51.00, and a push to engage publishers and editors across Utah. The piece notes the 1949 Know Your Utah campaign, urging newspapers to participate from January 4 to 10, aiming to inform the public about state facts. It mentions collaboration with civic clubs and state officials, highlighting the event as part of a broader educational program.
Dr and Mrs A Reed Morrill and Mrs Mansfield visit Mr and Mrs Glen Morrill. They returned to Provo Saturday. Morrill is a painter and professor of education at Brigham Young University. Mr and Mrs Mansfield returned to Gun City after a prolonged stay visiting their children in Los Angeles California.
The é&N Club held its annual party on December 20 at Triangle Cafe with a hot chicken dinner at 7 pm followed by a gathering at club president Selma Anderson's home where "S00" was played. Ford Rosenlund and Mr Will Conder shared high prizes, with Mrs Andrew Medeen and Will Conder winning consolation honors. Sixteen attendees included guests Mr and Mrs Ovcar Tole.
An illness proved fatal to Carl Hyrum, a Mayfield native. Funeral services were held at the Mayfield ward chapel at 1 pm. The article notes community donations and a local project linked to the deceased’s memory.
Obituary notes the death of the publisher's son with survivors listed, including Ethel Binum and Barbara Beet, and references to family locations and a military connection. The notice mentions a high school, an army, and a potential funeral date in Sabina with local affiliations.
Utah prohibits the utility brand on potatoes noting that branding must reflect USDA grades. State Board of Agriculture requires grade designation on bags and advertising to include quality or grade when brand names appear. Regulation aims to standardize Utah potato quality and align with state law on price advertising.
City officials reduced the 1949 operating budget by allocating funds for street lights, cemetery and park maintenance, waterworks, and a swimming pool project. The overall financial shift is noted to affect various departments including salaries, supplies, and public works with minor adjustments in the tax or revenue streams.
Uteh March of Dimes workers restart preparations for the once more fund drive to fight infantile paralysis. National Foundation President Bail O Connor warned of an emergency situation and urged Utah and Nevada efforts to raise about 30 million dollars in January. Local chapters report treatment for hundreds of cases and emphasize research and prevention as cases may exceed prior worst years.
Valley Scouts advanced ceremony held on June 26 in Fayette ward. Key honorees include Robert Hill, Maren Okerlund, George Browsh, and Bartholomew. Miniature badges awarded to mothers. Star Scout awards to Darwin Mellor, Roger Mellor, and LaVell Despain. Morit badges listed for several members across aeronautics, metal work, carpentry, woodwork, farming, and home repairs.
The Gunnison FFA team will meet Manti High in a boxing and wrestling smoker at G. V. Gym on January 8 at 7 30 p.m. Twelve main bouts are planned with preliminaries possible. Local fighters have trained through the holidays, aside from a brief break during vacation.
A Garden Club was formed in Gunnison during a gathering with a feeding. Elected officers include President Mrs N. L. Bermanorn, Vice President Laer Larson, and directors Clarence Baden W. L. Delatory, G. Reesard Mra, Owen Greger Wee. Ferd Rosentund to serve as secretary treasurer and historian.
The Sugar Beet Association president outlines a 1949 crop outlook amid discussion of sugar act determinations. He notes the Secretary will determine calendar year sugar needs from consumption data and inventories, balancing supply and demand to protect domestic sugar interests. The report includes community notices and a burial record from December.
Fayette men held their annual holiday rabbit hunt on December 1. Fifteen participants split into two teams led by captains Keith Hill and Lester Hill. A total of 445 rabbits were hunted, averaging about 29 per hunter, with the winning side celebrated by a post contest dance and festive evening.
The Family Safety Committee urges careful planning of Christmas activities to keep health, prevent accidents, and ensure safer walks, heating checks, and designated skating areas. The group will meet to decide changes to prevent incidents and promote well being this holiday season.
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