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Newspaper
Lehi Banner
Location
Lehi, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1898
Page
1
Lehi colonists who went to Canada last spring returned, dissatisfied with the country. The summer is short, grain yields were high last year, but irrigation is limited. Cardston land offers around eight dollars per acre, with about 1000 residents seeking more settlers. James Hrank plans to stay. others return to Lehi.
Reports claim a Deep Creek line, a short Hobble Creek canyon survey to Denver, and a 200 mile shorter route to Denver via the Uintah region. Indications say dirt could fly soon if any plan proves true, with potential benefit to Utah.
The Louisiana Farmer and Rice Journal urges irrigation for reliable crops. It notes droughts and erratic weather make rain unreliable, urging reservoirs canals bayou water storage and deep-well systems powered by windmills or pumps. It predicts irrigation will soon be widely adopted in the west and southwest.
Last Tuesday a special meeting, led by Mayor Willis, approved a street sprinkling proposal. T F Trane reported on the July Fourth event with $25 allocated and $5.75 remaining. B Cox listed $54.25 in pledges from business people. The city will allow sprinkler use three days weekly, pay John Karren for well use, and appropriate funds. The marshal may recruit extra police with the mayor’s consent.
J W Riddle was arrested in Lehi for cattle stealing but freed after no connection was found. He later faced a wool theft warrant from Sheriff Lewis in Salt Lake County. Riddle, described with one foot and a crutch, was spotted near Thede Green’s home, arrested by Marshal Thomas, and delivered to Sheriff Lewis in Salt Lake.
George Harkins of American Fork reports his group holds a lease on the old Miller mine. They have spent the season bracing the old workings and preparing ground for active development. He says excavation will start soon as they seek ore under the big iron body.
A party of 30 young people spent Tuesday night on a hayride to Becks Springs. They left town after 6 PM, enjoyed a moonlit lakeside scene, dancing, and luncheon before returning around midnight. Attendees included Edith Cutler Angie Webb Nannie Ross Alice Bong Jennie Fowler Maud Webb Christie Fox Mary A Bone Birdie Taylor Nora Thomas Adaline Ross Vern Thomas and others.
Funeral services for Elieha H. Davie were largely attended at the tabernacle. A cortege formed at his residence and proceeded to the church with about 80 grandchildren following the hearse bearing flowers. Speakers included A. J. Evans and Bishop Cutler. The service closed with burial at the cemetery.
Elder J. W. Booth was honored with a farewell reception in Alpine on Wednesday. A purse of 110 dollars was presented. The event included songs and speeches, followed by a dance. Booth departed Thursday for Turkey, joined by Armenian student Boris who came to Utah to study gospel principles and language and now returns to serve among his people. Local friends from Provo and beyond wished him God speed.
Rain during Thursday's shower is recorded as one inch. Sampling will begin this week with only a few samples from the best fields. Further tests wait for advancement to cut costs and beet usage. Supt. Austin will visit districts this week to report on beet crop conditions. Reports from agents are satisfactory and the crop may reach 40 000 tons, potentially rivaling the 1896 yield. Preparations to handle a large crop begin as it nears the factory in about a month. The O S L Section gang repairs yards and switches while carpenters work on a new beet shed.
At Eddy New Mexico crop prospects are favorable beets look improved Roswell and Hagerman districts show strong acreage Flagerman farmers regret not planting more now realizing the loss Weeds are being controlled improving beet growth Cultivation on warm days is urged to preserve moisture and quality through unremitting weed warfare.
Midshipman Commodore Schley aboard the Niagara during Fort Sumter firing signs the old oath of allegiance on a table laid over the flag. The captain urges the crew to reflect and sign, noting shared duty to country and family legacy from 1812.
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