24 Dec 1924
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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1924
Page
1
The town’s new light plant overcame a weeklong blackout due to a pipeline issue. Engineers shut the main line to prevent a fall and will bring the facility fully online with improved illumination later today.
A heavily garbled report describes a ceremony marking the birthday of the Mormon prophet Joseph Smith. It notes speakers and reflections on his life and prophecies, with emphasis on faith and church teachings discussed after Sunday services.
The sixteen month old son of Mr and Mrs Don Otton died after an illness. A funeral service was conducted at the LD Tabernacle with speakers including Walter Mitchell and Yaun Ruwhen. Relatives and friends mourn the loss as the community offers condolences.
A newly started cleaning and preparing business arrives at the Res Theatre Annex. Staff are equipped with modern gear and plan dry cleaning and delicate handling services. An advertisement promises new services and invites interest from potential clients.
A partial historical fragment mentions Bishop Adlai Me George and several unnamed figures planning holidays. The text references Amethcag Dork and a group spending the holidays, with unclear roles and dates.
Local teams promote a basketball focus next month in Colleeville Kanes with the Terrible Speed leading a series of intercity games. The schedule lists matches against Mosh Schael on the 7th and Aluoin on the 10th, plus practice as part of high school prep.
The Pan Wan High School mislo department staged an operatic show directed by Professor Osiler on Friday evening. Notable performances included Mase Loona Coutmell as Salvia and Mish Jestette Diviley as Betty Bool Matehell in a lively production with strong supporting roles and a devoted crowd.
The Ingel high school basketball team split a pair with Garieic County, winning one game after a hard rally late the third quarter. Ward and Thornton fouled out late, while Zfitel shone with key baskets as the locals edged ahead in a low scoring 24 to 23 finale.
A lively feature describes a character ball hosted by 34 TL Om hakarday evening. Participants like Cecy Pinder as the old basket man Ray Adsing as the skin pet Clifton Haltarman and Arvid Dalot as pupies, Co Wilkon as a Konan Bolgheyist are noted. Prices awarded to Ray Adams Clifton Tal tatu and Arlia Geloon. The Day Web and other outlets provided coverage.
A damaged fragment describes a social occasion in San Francisco during the week, noting mood and a brief sketch of attendance and activities. The text is fragmentary but conveys a casual, informal record of an evening gathering.
Justice Court records show Woo Warrington failing to appear at a Thursday trial. Judge Bestridge issued a warrant for arrest, bond required, and other defendants faced penalties for delays and disturbances at the courthouse.
A holiday morning Christmas program at the Preseisterian chapel featured readings and a musical piece by Mise Imogene Railton. Mr Keuer and Mr Pheasett spoke briefly in harmony with the occasion, followed by a small reception with nuts apples and drinks for attendees.
Sunday School to present a comedy play titled Putting Ik Oye Zhi for the benefit of the Sunday School. Proceeds will go toward debts, equipment, and supplies for the school, with attendance urged from all interested in Sunday School work. Event on Friday evening December 28th.
A large shipment of turkeys moved through Cedar City and eastern Washington to buyers in Montana and nearby areas. Prices ranged 2 to 31 cents per pound with total proceeds around 5000 dollars. Local producer Seth Mine led the packing effort aided by W Day and the Dey Twins Co manage ment in distributing the birds.
A 1924 Legion event plans an annual Patty Banquet on December 34 with a long menu for female members and supporters. Organizers emphasize community support and fund raising, noting speakers and a large attendance expected at Relief Hall.
A garbled report describes a person traveling from Salt Lake City in a Buick with brake issues and odd phrases about a workshop or practice. The text is largely unclear with broken terms and lacks coherent events or names.
A fragment from Parowan dated December 18 2524 discusses the proposed Twentieth Amendment to the U S Constitution concerning child labor and slavery. It argues against slavery and for protecting children while noting industrial interests and regional positions in the national debate.
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