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Newspaper
Milford News
Location
Milford, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1939
Page
1
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A garbled passage discusses a boy outgrowing his mother, a weekly wash, and a push toward washing and goal setting. It then pivots to an average man’s objection to axing luxuries and ends with a clipped guide about handling a slippery ride by disengaging the clutch and letting the rear wheels follow the front.
Mr and Mrs I W Acheson and their children depart Milford Sunday for Indiana after a transfer by the American Telephone and Telegraph Go under wife health reasons The route includes Arizona Friends and relatives are wished well Milford gains B J Maffell from Rawlins Wyoming to fill Mr Acher son’s post at the local relay station
The Milford municipal pool, under Harry Russey, is open daily from noon to 7 PM for the season. It has been cleaned and painted, will follow state health rules, and samples will be sent to authorities for analysis. Children 16 and under pay 10 cents with suit and towel. adults pay a higher price, with limited suits available. Private parties may be booked by appointment. Subscribe-Don’t Borrow.
A late wind driven blaze devastated the Milford Fire Hall, the town’s worst in seven years. The fire, likely sparked by a neighbor’s smokestack, damaged only the roof and upper structure while the engine shed, benches, and piano were removed from the wreckage. The Milford Volunteer Fire Department saved adjacent properties, and the former town hall site was purchased for the firemen’s use after long community service.
The fishing season opened Sunday drawing a large Milford crowd including local officials as anglers hit favored spots. Kent Lake attracted the most activity with many limits reported among boaters, while fish were large and in good condition despite unusually low water for the season.
John Moore Williams president of the Milford Junior Chamber of Commerce says a cleanup week was hampered by a brief truck use. The truck will be available soon for a thorough haul away of rubbish, and citizens are thanked for their participation.
Utah State Agricultural College extension service will dispatch four specialists to Beaver County in June alongside county and home demonstration agents. Extension forester J Whitney Floyd visits July 7, dairyman Lyman H Rich September 14 half day, agronomy specialist J Hogensen June 19 20 21, and Miss Sanford joins as textiles major after training at Oregon State. County residents urged to watch for her program in a later issue.
Mr and Mrs Barnes R Johnson and sons Keith and Mer cil will leave Milford this week for Salt Lake City to purchase a home near the University of Wish Keith, a Milford High School graduate, will pursue cultural work at the new school and move to the city Mr Johnson, a World War veteran, recently led the Local American Legion post as commander The Johnson family leaves behind many Milford friends who pledge to stay in touch despite the distance
J. M. Brown of Color City promotes the Beaver county auction facilities at Gadar City yards, highlighting weekday sales of cattle nails and sheep and inviting buyers to inspect the offerings.
Since May 24, poisoned bait for grasshopper control is available to county farmers at the Minersville mixing station. The federal government provides the bait free of charge. farmers may mix it themselves under supervision or have the station supervisor mix it for 20 cents per hundred. Farmers should bring their own sacks and act quickly while grasshoppers are young and near hatching grounds. Cooperation among infected-area farmers can reduce crop losses, and groups may share bait expenses by pooling orders.
The Milford Parent Teachers Association champions a low cost school lunch plan, funded by three cent charges, government supplies, and civic donations. The program provides hot nourishing meals for students, including those commuting long distances, with 11,522 children served and 15,187 servings in 1988 89 at a cost of 309.70 dollars, and aims to be self supporting while offering meals to all.
A windy siege affected Milford from Saturday through Tuesday, with peak gusts Sunday. A radio wind gauge reported speeds around 52 miles per hour, yet damage was limited to broken branches and scorched lawns, gardens, and fields, with no major structural damage reported.
Relieves Local Agent J. R Halley of Salt Lake City has been acting agent at the local Union Pacific station for a few days while Agent F. R. Gaines has been assigned to acquaint agents north of here with unemployment and compensation regulations and procedure.
Utah Day at the Treasure Island exposition highlights a full schedule on June 14 with headquarters in the Hall of Western States seating 1000. Utahns meet Utahns and visitors from Oregon Washington Nevada Wyoming Colorado Montana view state exhibits. Randall L. Jones hosts a Utah scenic program covering Bryce Canyon Zion National Park and Mt Carmel, plus wildlife reels by Lee Kay. The evening banquet in the California building features Gov Olson and Gov Blood with master of ceremonies Leland W. Cutler and choirs from Oakland and San Francisco. tickets are $2 per plate.
Beaver County Board of Education clerk E A Griffiths asks readers to note a postponed bid opening date for construction and alterations at Milford Minersville and Beaver schools. Architects Scott Welch were delayed in preparing plans and specifications. opening bids now set for Monday June 12.
A Washington columnist discusses Taft's rising prestige and potential as a campaign figure while noting Republican efforts in Washington. It mentions the party’s activity at Lafayette Square and Congress preparing a greeting for the British king and queen, highlighting wives’ privileges during the visit.
All Utah car owners must have inspections completed by Thursday June 1 under state law. The safety rules aim to reduce highway accidents by ensuring vehicles meet safety standards. Drivers failing to comply risk trouble for the owner if an accident occurs or if charged with noncompliance.
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