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Newspaper
Murray Eagle
Location
Murray, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1929
Page
9
Walter S Atwood, longtime Murray City resident and major property owner, announces candidacy for City Commissioner for the upcoming term starting January 1, 1930. His extended residence and investments support his view on Murray’s needs and progress.
A Murray Eagle article urges local merchants to expand beyond selfimposed limits by offering value and service. It emphasizes enterprise to reach broader customers and promotes advertising as the efficient path to growth.
An editorial from W H Hopper of the Darlington Northern Dispatch argues that true quality sells itself through advertising. He warns that clever packaging cannot hide a bad commodity and that dishonest selling may attract one sale but fail thereafter. The piece notes readers should beware overclaims.
The Taylorsville Ward hosted a successful fall flower show on Tuesday September 10 under the M I A Adult Class. J N Wallace C P Larson Mrs Eliza Breeze and Mrs Louise Steadman supervised arrangements with gindioll zinnias Phlox petunias and roses among baskets and potted plants. Verna Bennion Janet Prawe Arten Sorenson led prize winnings as Carl Hansen and Violet Lindbeck judged from Murray Flower Garden Club. A musical program followed with a water melon feast and bonfire.
Miss Vera Gaufin daughter of Mire C B Gaufin and Arthur M Olson both of this city were married Wednesday of last week in the Salt Lake temple with Elder David O McKay officiating. An evening reception at the bride s mother’s Vine street home followed with twenty six guests served at a long table decorated in summer pinks. The couple then traveled to Southern Utah and Ely Nevada before settling in Salt Lake City.
Misa Vern Watts daughter of Mr and Mrs George Watts wed Sir E B Reeder on Monday at her parents home. Bishop Bringquist officiated before a large gathering. Bride wore white georgette with talle drape and orange blossoms, bouquet of roses. Honor attendant Mrs Grant Bryan. Ma e Chloe Kyle bridesmaid in pale yellow. Best man Mr Grast Bryan. Reception for about 170 guests, couple to Bryce Canyon trip then reside in Salt Lake. Local missionary meetings held Sunday.
Local mentions Mrs J Frank Quint of Holladay and guests travel through Oregon Washington and the Canadian Rockies en route home. Garfield residents Mr and Mrs Joseph Hadley return from California. Lyle Mackay hosts at Taylorville home. Mrs Frank Seal of Riverton and the Bennion family guests. Abe Gudmanson and family from Leber City return to Taylorsville. Jack Oward moves to Salt Lake. Mrs Ovird formerly Lucy Freelairn. Harry Meyers travels to Seattle Worthind and British Columbia then to San Francisco Los Angeles for winter. Larry Ottley family visit Granter home. Webber and McClowry families move from Washington. Dell Rogers moves from Murray to Salt Lake. Valate Shepherd and Louis Shepherd visit W L Shepherd. Fred Deercott of Paris Idaho. Arthur Guffin returns to Ely Nevada. George and Frances Oralle Baker announce birth in San Francisco. Dr Baker related to local figures. Carlson of Murray and Garrett, Freeman, and Price of Union motored to Forest Dale Ward. games and prizes noted. Ethel Carleton visits relatives in Murray. Joseph KR Rawlings Circle of G A S entertains Mrs Bully Caldwell. Mrs J F Berry hosts birthday party for Margaret Miloe. (Continued on page 4).
District Association No 1 LO OF held its last regular meeting at Park City with Lodge No 7. testing by Hunter prise Lodge No 15. Open House with Futerprise Lodge No 15 and two Rebekah lodges planned. Social events included a Saturday dance and a chicken dinner. Incumbent members report A. Shakespeare progressing, Chis White’s health declines.
The County fire department moves to set a mine record in safeguarding homes as Catholic services are held at Mt Vinceant’s Church in Nar ray and Terersa’s Church in Mid vale with clergy Patrick Maguire leading.
Murray City holds municipal primaries on October 22 for offices to be filled. The general election follows on Tuesday November 5. The deadline for filing five candidate petitions is October 12. Citizens urged to participate in the election.
The Gustav Adolph Chorus, a Swedish Salt Lake City group, will appear at the Murray First Ward Chapel on Saturday September 21. The well known choir, affiliated with state musical associations and popular on radio, promises a festival of music for attendees.
Nearly fifty Salt Lake County poultry dealers attended a culling demonstration in Murray led by Byron Alter livestock specialist from Utah State Agricultural College. The event, under V. J. Martineau, county agricultural agent, showed methods to cull unprofitable hens from laying flocks. Alter planned to address a state poultry veterinarians meeting later that day under the Utah Poultry Dealers Association.
Social mentions announce Frances May Ho TL Meads engagement to Herbert J. Moyer of Cottonwood, and Lila Ho Ottley engagement to Owen J. Carlisle with September 18 Salt Lake Temple wedding planned. Miss Willie Shepherd mends to Pred Deerlcott of Paris Idaho in Salt Lake ceremony with family reception. Vern Watts named bride of the week. multiple showers and social gatherings honor brides, including Miss Watts, Miss Phyllis Maxwell, Miss Chloe Kyle, and Mrs. Margaret Bryan. Woodcraft lunch, Rebekah and Daughters events, and temple marriages surface among numerous rural community notices.
Progress on the natural gas project reaches Murray Midvale Sandy and Magna with a turn on planned for mid September others including Murray Midvale Sandy will receive gas later. The last section of the 18 inch line from Green River to Coalville completed and a 60 mile 10 inch line to Green River done. The massive pipeline climbs to about 4000 feet above sea level crossing Wasatch ranges and parallels air routes.
Members of Omenin Reborial lodge are reminded that October 1 is the date for the official visit of the State Assembly President Miss Trene Sudholwer and are urged to be in attendance. Many observers from nearby Walges will be present and an enthusiastic meeting is expected.
The Murray Woman's Club opens its club year with a meeting on Thursday September 19 at 2:00 PM in the Methodist church at NT Fast sth Bouth. Members are urged to attend promptly.
Mr J E Bloomfield and three children Nivia Jack and Anne depart Murray for the East likely settling their home. They will visit relatives in New Mexico and Arizona after a farewell hosted by St Vincent's church. Bloomfield had been active in parish work and led several church groups. Local dealers were approached by Federal Prohibition agents with offers this week.
Judge Fred T Morgan will outline Murray advantages and the year’s progress in a Saturday morning radio program from 10:16 to 10:30, courtesy of the Morning Milk Company of Salt Lake. Selections by Murray's minstrelists will accompany the talk, offering publicity for the town.
Fire crews answered calls at W B Gibson’s 128 Beryl Ave where flames consumed the house worth 2000. Nearby Forbes homes sustained 25 in damage as water shortages hampered suppression. A separate blaze at 2578 South East damaged 230 by a faulty chimney and Sunday night outbuildings at J H Debhbeom suffered further losses.
Onenta Rebekah Quilt awarded during the 78th anniversary of the Rebekah Degree. Members holding tickets for the quilt giveaway by Onenta Reto Lodge must be present at Fraternal Hall next Tuesday evening September 17 for the celebration program.
The Cottonwood Stake Pageant The Spiritual Awakening will be at Weber Academy Ogden Sunday Sept. Sah. It has been presented three times since June 1 and drew large crowds in Murray First Ward and other wards. Committee members include Fred Fowler Mil Creek ward Frank Ken South Ceptonwoel Ephraim Binith Grant ward and Woodruff Ololauwooul ward with help from four stake committees. The message impressed attendees with its fresh tone and purpose.
South Cottonwood Ward plans a program and dance on September 17 promising special entertainment for all ages. The event features “delin goled artists” and a de luxe music setting by Jud Brown’s Joy Hoya.
For particulars regarding one of the most beautifully furnished apartments in town, call Murray at 300 W Murray offers a stylish living space with quality fixtures and a convenient location.
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