12 May 1966
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Newspaper
Gunnison Valley News
Location
Gunnison, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 12, 1966
Page
1
During the conference Ward and Stake changes were announced including reassignments of leaders, new stake counselors, and the formation of a new stake. The notices mention specific individuals and wards involved, with transitions affecting local leadership structure and organizational alignment.
The Utah Sapfonal Parks Council Hoy Scouts of America Order of the Arrow will hold an encampment at Camp Maple Dell in Can ya. The first session for current centers of the group will be held June 8. The second session for citizen elders is August 5-17. Fees for the first session are $145. The camp will supply food and lodging. Training sessions in Indian dancing caremon tea and costume making will occur. Applications to attend the frat may be mailed to the scout office in Provo by May 10.
Several Gunn Valley residents were injured in three separate car incidents reported Saturday night and early Sunday. A 23 year old man, Floyd Sorenson, fell asleep while driving from Clarion to Gedpie and crashed at the Flicky Point curve, with damage around 500 dollars. Darrell Fallmer left the highway, traveling about 30 feet before stopping. Two others, Rob Peterson and families of Sanford Anderson, were among those listed as witnesses or affected, with other minor injuries reported and vehicle damage continuing at the same site the following early hour.
The Gus leon Valley Jaycees advance a park recreation project in Camaleng City, with a sound wall unit planned and a pour for the walk to the wear tutors. Donors including Derrett Boreieen Chile Andersets Vallyy Belldery supported the drive, and Jaycees praised the community generosity.
A Mayfield native died at 31 with funeral services held at 1 pm in Mayfield. The obituary notes marriage to Frederica L Ionesa in August 1054 and lists family members including parents in Salt Lake City, with a funeral program featuring hymns and prayers. Burial followed at Maytinl Cemetery with local clergy officiating.
Explorers are invited to a river trek spanning Lip Park Colorado to Chivecher National Modomnent Utah led by Dr. Bereditvwalte. About 2 percent of 85 applicants are expected to join. requirements include registration as Raylover and fire safety briefing. June 6 trip details and costs outlined.
A historic note records Pat McGapwen of Salt Lake City advancing to a college office. The appointment involves interviews and campus roles, with emphasis on public relations and fundraising efforts led by Touqiin Trotter and the publicity team.
Millard District will host a Scout Explorer Rodeo in Fillmore on June 11 starting in the afternoon. Registration opens May 30 with entries limited to 20 Explorers per event. Tickets are 50 cents for adults and free for children under one year. trophies will honor top finishers and points determine unit prizes.
A fragmentary report notes Chris VY and Nielew with a damaged line of text linking to a guardian in law Mr and Mrs Mart Miloce at Salt Lake City. It mentions several days last week and a trip with his daughter, but details are incomplete.
Fragmentary OCR text mixes scattered proper nouns and garbled words. The readable names and terms lack coherent context or events to summarize into a factual news item.
A historic landscape tour description mentions locations across Utah and nearby counties, naming Cedar City, Fillmore, Mount Holly, and Provo region streams. It references geographic features like Sali Piel, Lake Fork, Virgin River and Jordan River, plus counties and towns and a timetable extending into April. The passage is fragmented but centers on a planned landscape tour with multiple area stops and route notes.
Richfield hosts the State Jaycee Convention beginning today with activities including meetings of the executive committee and potential elections. Officials say delegates will discuss civic projects and award plans as the four day event proceeds.
Fragmented note references a Gunnison DUP meeting date set for May 18. Text is garbled with unclear details but mentions weather and a plan for women attendees. No clear outcomes or participants can be identified.
Acting Governor Clyde J. Miller proclaims May 8 to May 15 as Vacation Planning Week. State Petroleum Council chairman SH. Coot comments on the proclamation and urges residents to plan trips and vacations this year.
A reader laments unreliable maintenance and hidden costs as families plan trips. They worry about vehicle checks, scheduling, and potential delays, urging caution when arranging services and deliveries for a smooth vacation.
The State Forester announces the 1966 closed fire season from June 1 to October 2 in Utah. No open campfires or flames are allowed without a permit from local authorities. Permits may include fees and conditions, with enforcement by county sheriffs, forestry districts, and fire control agencies. Public cooperation is urged to prevent wildfires.
The January to March 1961 quarter shows an improved Tocel economy with lower unemployment claims and weekly unemployment figures easing. The Office cites a drop in jobless claims and a 29 percent decrease in costs, while weekly unemployment averages fell from 715 to 267, though some fluctuations persist.
Valley residents used the Wood State Bookmobile during an eight hour day averaging about 400 books checked out. The bookmobile visited Gret days in May with a total of 015 books checked out, signaling demand for expanded library service. It will return May 17 and then resume a biweekly summer schedule for residents.
Mayfield couple Merrill Whitlock and his wife mark their golden anniversary on May 15 with an open house after 4 pm. The couple wed May 10, 1906, in the Mati Tonge area, and have lived in Mayfield their entire life. They are parents of four and longtime church and community members.
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