02 May 1963
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Newspaper
Gunnison Valley News
Location
Gunnison, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1963
Page
1
Ephraim farmers unveiled a portable concrete headgate form enabling rapid pouring and removal. As irrigation board members note the design saves time and money, allowing headgates to be repositioned after installation and restoring water flow efficiently.
The Conervation Camporee will begin May 10 and 11 with Camporee leaders and staff guiding Boy Scouts through forest conservation projects at Goodberry Forest Camp in Ealing Canon. Organizers name Grant Williams as chairman of two camporees with plans for films, ceremonies, and a closing program featuring ribbons and patches.
Poor weather forces Gunnison Valley PFA to push back the charity car wash from April 30 to May 4. Event now runs 2 to 6 pm at Allen's Phillips in Gunnison with proceeds aiding the summer trip. organizers warn the reschedule may affect planned activities.
State Chairman reports show strong turnout despite severe weather. The second round polio drive attracted many residents across counties, with Dusbeere County reporting 7 114 participants and high percentages in participation. Gevier County reached 70.2 percent with 1 000 receiving aid. Maine County listed 8 percent with 620 participants.
Valley native Boo Meson died in Idaho from cancer after a long illness. Funeral services were held Monday at the Abardean Pir Wer LDS Church. He was born August 3, 19xx in Gunninon, son of James Chrician and Stones Cité Mareen. He married Mor me Jepven in Uiockfoot, Idaho. Survived by Allen Melson USAT Anchorage and many relatives. A work injury had recently forced him from the job.
The Bureau of Land Management announces sale of 900.98 acres across Sanpete and Be vier Counties with bids opening April 4 at Salt Lake City offices. If demand remains, remaining parcels will be offered later at the same venue. Details and maps available from the Salt Lake City land office.
Stake M I A presents a travian style musical play Behold A Butterfly to the Gunnison Stake MILA on May Day and Tuesday. The program features drama, comedy, song and dance with performers Prundesa Justo Mollie and a lineup of acts.
The Snow Collinge Com mand will host the Weanich Academy band in Bow Ardiberium on Monday evening at 4. The Academy band will perform a medley of numbers from Mephil May ith.
Lian Kay aon of Mr and Mrs Sterling has been elected vice president of the state university. He is a junior at RU, majoring in Pro Lane. This year he has served as Business Senator for his college and petition writer for the shader pesra paper. He is a member of the Student Union Building committees and Detig Phi Reppa fraternity.
Myron Dorrell was appointed line foreman for the Gunnison district of Utah Power & Light Company based in Salt Lake City. He previously worked in the company’s offices in Salt Lake and will reside in Gunnison with his wife and three children.
Former residents Mr and Mrs Leonard Hall and their three children are left homeless after a West Brighton fire. Neighbor alertness helped save Mrs Joan Mucochla 78 and Mire Marke Ball 91, who were rescued as flames spread through a two story brick building. Ball and the children were at home when the blaze broke out, a rapid response limited further injuries.
The final meeting of the Gunnison D U P for the current mag a will convene in the chapel on May 3. Earl Peketi will present a lesson titled Pioneer Midwiver, continuing the group’s liturgical program and discussion.
Bulldogs win three events at the BYU Invitational track meet amid severe weather. Gennion Valley Hagic Scho Bulldogs highlighted by a 10.3 in the 100 yard dash and a strong showing in low hurdles despite slow track conditions.
BOK Jensen son of Mr and Mrs Kenneth Jima of Gunnison graduated from Los Angeles Police Academy April 6. A College of Southern Utah and will receive diploma in June. He entered the police academy in February and has been absorbed into the Ballywood Division as a member of the regular police force.
Volunteers distribute information as part of a cancer fund drive. The article notes public education efforts, warnings about signs such as unusual bleeding, coughing, and indigestion, and emphasizes early checkups to improve treatment outcomes. The piece reflects a historic community health campaign urging vigilance and participation.
Measurements from the April Snow Course show varying snow depths and water content. The report notes average depths near 6 to 10 inches with runoff, comparing readings across multiple sites and highlighting concerns for late-season melt and precipitation patterns.
The article reports a beet payment update showing a substantial increase well above the 1961 figures. It notes adjustments in monthly payments, with the April installment set to a notably higher total, and outlines the expected final payment and timing.
Sugar company reports record earnings for year ended February 20 1904 with net income of 900 041 equal to 1.01 per share on 4 268 318 total dividends. The board notes expansion at Columbia Washington plant boosting capacity by nearly 30 percent and beet shipments totaling 2 203 000 tons across Idaho Washington Oregon and other states.
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