16 Jun 1955
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Newspaper
Gunnison Valley News
Location
Gunnison, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1955
Page
1
Waste blamed for halving watering hours in Opmilen City as Mayor Leon Seabley warns of penalties for wasting water. He cites limited supply and 600 residents using excess water, and orders 7 AM to 9 PM watering only until further notice to protect public safety and water distribution.
Cattle will be permitted on the Manth LaSal Forest June 16 in Twelve Mile. About 900 head will be moved toward South Hollow for the first line this year. In spite of a cold dry spring some areas look promising. Trogiig work scheduled in Mayfield and Gunniion around June 18.
Representatives from Gunnison Valley Chamber of Commerce and local organizations meet at Centerfield to plan a July 24 event with a view to co sponsoring a Fourth of July celebration in 19M. Meriel Honeen is named chairman of the organizing committee.
Centerfield prepares for a large Independence Day celebration with a parade and program. Clark Bagh, named as general planner, leads the event with the American Legion Port coordinating county involvement. Details on place and time to be announced.
Former Manti residents announce a reunion in Salt Lake City at Site 2th with Liberty Port as agent. Dr CW Red chairs the event and committee members Mildred Tswlien Chun Heber G write are listed. The gathering aims to connect families with memories past and present and ensure an enjoyable day.
The Range Marsg reent announces a June 17 tour in the Lower Twelve Mile area. Guests include owner Teredee MUly erew Jims and May Cattle Asstel eto, with plans for events and local wildlife discussion amid group activities.
A student named Seahree by Hi grodtasted from the BY receives an $1800 scholarship with his parents present on a Wednesday at Hivalienee.
Wheat growers will decide if the wheat marketing quota program should continue for 1956 harvest. A referendum is required with a two thirds favorable vote to sustain price supports and acreage allotments. Secretary Taft Hex ton announced the 1956 wheat acreage allotment at 55 million acres with support price set by parity.
Homemakers of Fangete County will have a space detailing canning and freezing methods. Friday, June 24, a.m. at Sarah Tuttle Home. Emphasis on safe food preservation and practical steps for kitchen use.
A local family reunion at Gunnis City Park featured program highlights and visits. Officers elected included CH Childs as president and H Childs as vice president, with other officers and duties noted in the event summary.
The Abbrevialty of Utah extension division offers a language program for ages 13 to 16. The intensive three year daily course in French German and Spanish begins June 30, focusing on guided practice and basic conversational skills.
Lagan Louis M Pickett son of Mr and Mrs Merrill Pickett of Gunnison was among ROTC cadets at Utah State Agricultural College to receive commissions as second lieutenants. Brig Gen Tarbert A Hall commanded the ceremony. Pickett earned a bachelor’s degree in psychology and received his commission in the Army.
Sergeant Carl Fear ler of the Richfield Recruiting Station announced a new plan to allow qualified former airmen to reenlist in specified jets. The program aims to help retain their permanent rank, offering a pathway to rejoin within months and regain their past status.
State Health Director urges parents to protect children from drowning hazards in water. Officials warn most drownings occur in unfenced or unsafe pools and ponds, stressing close supervision and safety barriers to prevent accidents.
Gunnison Penney store will close at end of business June 15 as administrators confirmed the closure after 43 years. Dallas Greener earned a Master of Education degree at Utah State Agricultural College in Logan on June 4.
The Sanpete County Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation Committee plans future fund approvals for cost sharing on practices in the coming season. Cooperatives seeking assistance for the period must apply before the deadline, with funds to be released after review. Christy Market manager Mortis Figgin and staff are active, while others plan trips to areas around Gres Canyon and the Arizona-Utah region.
The Bishi Notions Farm cooperative reports dividends tied to Federal Land Bank financing aiding farmers in Nevada Arizona California. President Charlie Mickelsen notes substantial dividends May 21 1960 from a Fury Credit Building project aiding farm lenders and a Mickfield Loan Association office. He predicts a favorable year with 160 premises involved and aims to assist farmers and ranchers across rural areas.
Kenneth FE Meller of Mavi is credited with a comdical patient win at the CGucniean Valley Bicapital. During the past week Meller patients were registered as Use pericedl.
Mayors Milking Contest announced for June 17 and 18 in Logan Quebec as part of Cache Valley Dairy Festival. Lloyd Hlumeaker chairs the event and invites mayors from Utah and Western states to compete, with other U S mayors welcome. The organizers tout the contest as a world class challenge promoting dairy excellence and urging participation through Cache Chamber of Commerce.
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