19 Jun 1941
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Newspaper
Milford News
Location
Milford, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1941
Page
1
A fragmented passage recalls Ruminalin Roundabout with scattered phrases about aims and actions. It mentions a hotshot, sparks, and a sense of lingering effort. Names, dates, or clear events are not evident. The text remains cryptic and oblique with limited concrete details.
The News this week notes the 1941 addition of Fishing Hints is available at Utah Oil stations including Bob Tomsik's Milford service garage. The annual booklet, issued by Vicousitor oil and Pep SS gasoline producers, is popular with Utah sportsmen and touring anglers seeking guidance on angling techniques.
The column lists prominent researchers from Massachusetts and Utah, noting figures such as Harvey Fletcher, Phila Taylor Farnsworth, Franklin S. Harris, and Richard X. Lyman. It critiques Governor Maw’s defense efforts, mentions a small arms plant and a Washington visit, and hints at a $3,500 bounty on outlaw Bad Man Lopez with pursuit through mountains.
Beaver county and surrounding areas prepare for the second wartime selective service registration on July 1. Harold Merehall of Minersville travels to Fort Noughes Tube 24 for induction. Milford and Minersville host local registration offices with others at Beaver county sites. Registration runs 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. for eligible youths turning 21 since the October 10, 1939 act.
Mrs. Charles F. Decker of Milford was elected junior vice president of the Utah VFW Auxiliary at the Stane encampment ending Sunday. She becomes third in line for the presidency, succeeding Milford’s Mrs. L. Waddingham. Also elected were Mrs. Harry L. Thomas president, Mrs. Vernon Mordaant senior vice president, and S. Pitchforth Milford district president. State leaders for 1941-42 include Wayne F. Carlois commander, Barton E. Jones senior vice commander, and Carlos J. Badger adjutant.
The News reports from the Southern Utah Mortuary that the body of Mrs Peter Weidner, former Milford resident, will arrive Sunday afternoon on No. for interment in the local cemetery after a viewing at the mortuary. Little is known of the Weidners since Mrs Weidner went to southern California following her husband’s sudden death, and shortly before their son Johnny’s accidental electrocution. Mining location notices for sale at The News office.
Bankers from Milford Beaver and Salt Lake City represented Milford State Bank and Beaver City branch at the Ural Bankers association convention held Thursday through Saturday near the Grand Canyon. The event, deemed the most successful of 53 annual meetings, drew over 200 delegates and elected L. E. Ellison as president and Alex Hedquist as first vice president.
Miss Almeda Edwards and Don C. Holbrook were married June 12 at 6 00 p m in a candlelit ceremony at the Edwards home in Milford with Bishop Laurence Peterson officiating. The couple, attended by Miss Maxine Holbrook and bridesmaids, and James McMahone as best man, hosted a reception for family and friends afterward.
Jack Goodwin is slowly recovering from an accident two weeks ago when frightened horses ran and dragged him, causing bruises and scrapes but no broken bones. Nevada visitors included Mr. and Mrs. Willis Rogers with My and Qhir Gittins.
Beaver County Agent Byron Alder explains methods to preserve eggs during spring and early summer when eggs are plentiful. Clean eggs gathered often should be treated promptly after laying. Salts like water glass or lime water can preserve eggs for months. sodium silicate requires mixing one quart with nine quarts of boiled water and storing in a cleaned crock to preserve about fourteen dozen eggs.
The bride and groom left that evening aboard No. 14 for a brief honeymoon in Salt Lake City. Two bridesmaids displayed many beautiful gifts in the gift room. They will be at home to friends at the Fergie apartments after Saturday, June 2.
Plans completed for the beautification program in SDs districts have been mailed to wards and stake committees. Home owners are urged to participate to reach 70 of 100 points on the score card. The program includes a generic cleanup, debris removal, planting, repairs, painting, and improving the property around homes. It aims to inspire pride as Utah prepares to welcome visitors this year.
Leo B Simon a about ten year old transient died of a heart attack in the White Spot cafe kitchen Saturday evening. He had worked six weeks as dishwasher and part time cook. Burial was Tuesday in the real cemetery per family in Chicago. Once a brake man on an Indiana railroad, he lived in Indianapolis and faced misfortune after job loss and the death of his wife. He was en route to California when he died.
Utah to conduct selective service registration on Tuesday July 1 with about 180000 men expected. Local boards will operate at community headquarters and may use other public buildings if needed to handle heavy turnout. Registrants must provide a Utah home address to ensure their cases are processed by Utah boards and communicate any temporary out of state residence. Registrations run from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM as noted by Acting State Director Rich.
Sunday school at 10:00 am and church service at 11:00 am with a sermon titled Search the Scriptures. Evening service at 3:00 pm features The Altar Builder. Mid-week Prayer meeting Wednesday at 8:00 pm. Reverend Miller asks members and friends to attend for gospel singing and worship.
A historical clipping notes fornin paused in Milford in the early part of June in hopes of improving his health. The brief mentions Milford as a waypoint on his travel or routine, with no additional details on destination or outcome.
The piece reports public reception to the president's May 27 fireside talk amid looming war stakes. It notes mixed views in allied capitals, hints at Surgeon Hughes’ retirement, and describes U S defense mobilization in Washington with calls for a volunteer police corps and civil defense efforts.
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