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Newspaper
Murray Eagle
Location
Murray, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1928
Page
1
Lions Club and Murray City Woman's Club combine for a dance at Grant Ward Amusement Hall on February 3. Tickets include entry, prize drawing, and refreshments with Arial "8" Orchestra providing music. tickets available via club members or Murray Eagle office.
Murray City Lions Club members and officers express deep regret at the resignation of George A Huscher due to health reasons and planned move to California. A committee will draft a letter of acknowledgment and lasting esteem for him.
At a Lions Club meeting A W Yoager outlined extending and improving Murray City sidewalks on request of Pr WH Hothwell. Dr J N Sheranton and Judge Fred I Morgan spoke on benefits and feasibility of upgrading State Street north of Regal Street. potential improvements appear likely soon.
Principal E. Allen Bateman, Coach Bob Howard, and the Murray High basketball team were honored at a Lions Club meeting. Lions President Phil Heute expressed pleasure at entertaining the dignitaries who, in their exemplary conduct, are putting Murray City in the spotlight. Bateman spoke briefly outlining upcoming events.
The Neighbors of Woodcraft in the Fraternal Hall installed new officers for the year with Hazel Edlund performing the installing duties. Names include Minnie Hise as Guardian Neighbor Florence Mellenry as Post Guardian Neighbor Kate Morris as Advisor and many others with a luncheon following. Murray City saw heavy snow Sunday but the town awaits an upcoming program at Murray High Gymnasium on February 8 featuring an internationally known soloist with nominal admission and a family friendly evening.
Randy Lions will hold their Charter Night on February 1 and Idons throughout the district are invited to attend and bring their ladies Melvin Jones Lions International official will be present and a huge attendance of Lions is expected.
Parley McMillan presents a vivid plan for a Rabbit boat outing to amuse the Lions, envisioning sanded beds stewed beans indoor sports hoe rides hunting and several rabbits to create a thrilling gastronomic day. Pe'er Rabbit reacts with polite confusion as the concept unfolds.
Two Christmas Prizes remain unclaimed in Chief Ed Larson's keeping, including prize number 66 for C. Powler Doll and prize OS for someone named Bane, erter of Granger. Winners are urged to call Chief Larsen to claim. All other prizes have been delivered or called for.
The Gold and Green Ball of the M I A association of Murray First Ward will be held in Grant Ward Amusement Hall Tuesday night, January list, at 9 o clock. Tickets sold by January Ath grant vote for queen candidates Beth Martin Elva Brown Florence Tripp Effie Miller Jeanette Johnson. Committees arrange an evening promising to be the season’s biggest social feature.
South Murray notes report a Wednesday meeting at Grant Wardhall followed by a stag party at A EB White's home to outline year's activities. Friday features a chicken dinner by Grant Ward Relief and Genialogical Societies, then Wilkes Theatre outing. Saturday dances draw large crowds, with the Carter Lehi Orchestra praised for lively entertainment.
Mayor TL Lester chaired a Monday City Hall meeting of the Greater Murray League committees. Approvals were given to pay all 1927 Christmas expenses. Lester thanked workers and supporters of the White Way celebration and Christmas drawing. He pledged a financial report on Christians.
Last Friday night the all Stake party at Granite Stake House drew unusually large crowds. A 7:30 start featured the Criterion Quartet, Colonia Instrumental Trio, and Miss Ethel Lind with a winning song program. James Astin sang solo numbers. President Cutler gave an engaging address. A moving picture show and dance concluded an evening noted as one of the most successful stake gatherings.
T R Kingston buys Murray City Pharmacy amid local business shifts. George A Hiweher once shaped the city’s business and civic life, while Kingston promises prompt service and a wide dry goods supply, assuring police and public of continued availability.
Local reports detail MIA and Advanced Senior Class officers hosted by Mrs Loma Beddo at 4750 South 2nd West with games and refreshments for many residents. Other items note visits to California, a funeral burial transport to Goshen, and upcoming meetings and entertainments across Mur ry Ward communities.
A Murray Utah merchant group submitted a resolution to the City Commission dated January 10 1928 requesting reconsideration or amendment of the license tax ordinance affecting merchants. The committee asked the commission to consider the petition and report their decision promptly.
Report notes a fight aftermath where a player's nose was broken after a foothill game filmed incident. Medical staff treated injuries and stitches were applied, with authorities addressing the altercation at the venue.
Murray High School used stout five man defense and hot shooting from John Eustiffe to beat Bingham High 28 to 12 on Morr Court. Murray led 18-12 at halftime as Benest Shoher and Wayne Shaper anchored the defense while Aranikh starred for the losers. Murray meets Grantsville Friday at Granteville.
The Budget for 1028 Murray City expenditures has been prepared and is on file at City Hall. Murray City taxpayers are urged to study the Budget carefully as taxes to cover it must be paid by them. Any unpaid taxes or fees for 927 will be collected by lawful process.
Mr and Mrs Ryynegyd Chonts of Granger have moved into a newly remodeled home. The Ladies Aid Boeloty will meet Wednesday at 1 p.m. at W G Churches home on Whiteh Avenue. Master Charles attended a weekend quiet visit at his sister Mrs TDs home. Glen Itelineen to Farming ton last work. Are you attending the Cottonwood Stake M Men Dunew?
Murray Tech School held a pep assembly on January 16 1928 to celebrate a victory over Bing ham. The program featured Pep Song Las direction by W F Robinson and coach Tah Howard with Wayne Neilson Haousk Noel. Smoketall players Pete Accorflin selections John Stepan violin Trin Fredrick Erickson Arthur Telmgren Clifton Allenp Cee Doane Toward Seng and Dainee Number Margaret Masine Thayne Tome Reading Yeller Eugene Jones Yell Master.
Murray High hosted a year book subscription contest with 22 subscriptions. The Junior class won the $5 prize for the senior year book, while the eighth grade won the $500 prize for the junior year book. Frank Thene, president of the board, received the $2 prize for the crest design.
The Mirray Second Ward hosts a Green and Gold Ball on January 24 in Charlotte. Expect lively music, novelty experiences, and refreshments. Committee urges attendance with popular prices and holiday spirit.
A leap year dance will be held Friday, January in Granger Ward Almermont Pall. The Owl Orchestra will perform as Adiulowl leads the girls in festive dancing in a Leap Year event.
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