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Newspaper

Parowan Times

Location

Parowan, Utah, United States of America

Date

Feb 06, 1931

Page

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Parowan to Revise City Ordinances and Let Contracts

Parowan City Council discusses revising ordinances after eleven years and awards Morris and Matheson a 400 dollar contract for the work plus printing. The body also approves a 600 feet water pipe for Five Mile springs and sets bidding for hauling from Provo.

Parowan Morris and Matheson Provo John W. Bentley John P. Orton Wm. J. Gurr Center Creek Fiekda Arch Henson Benson Streets & Sidewalks Committee

Gurr Named Forest Supervisor for Dixie National Forest

J E Gurr named to supervise Dixie National Forest filling vacancy created by Orange A Olsen transfer to Ogden office. Gurr formerly led the forest at Austin Nevada for several years and will base his headquarters in Cedar City near his home town.

J. E Gurr Dixie National Forest Orange A. Olsen Ogden Austin Nevada Cedar City

Daughters of the Pioneers Hold Notable Parowan Meet

The Parowan Daughters of the Pioneers gathered at Mrs Amelia J Tophams home for a memorable meeting. Family members from Paragonah shared life stories of John Topham, pioneer of Parowan and Paragonah, followed by a luncheon hosted by the hostess and her daughter Mrs Eulala T Orton.

Daughters of the Piontery Amelia J. Topham John Topham Parowan Paragonah Piragonah Eulala T. Orton

Parowan trio named to B A C debating team

Six students were chosen from Forum Club tryouts for the B A C debating team. Parowan students Men sies Clark Lilian Adams and Bean Mitchell joined teammates Winell Datley from Summit Wayne Lytle from Nevada and Heye from Cedar with one name not learned.

Forum Club Parowan Mensies Clark Lilian Adams Bean Mitchell Winell Datley Summit Wayne Lytle Nevada Heye Adama Lad Cedar

Short courses postponed at Branch Agricultural College

Iron County Record notes the February 6 and 7 sessions canceled due to President E G Peterson's absence. Rescheduled for February 27 and 28 with Professor William Peterson leading topics on public questions and underground water. Visiting faculty include Mrs Rena B Maycock and either Professor Alder or Friecnecht from Utah State Agricultural College poultry department.

Iron County E G. Peterson Branch Agricultural College William Peterson Rena B. Maycock Alder Friecnecht Poultry Department Utah State Agricultural College

City Council Adopts Light and Water Delinquent Rules

A special council meeting approved a regulation effecting disconnection for light and water service after 30 days of delinquency unless a special plan is arranged. The council will meet monthly on the second Tuesday to consider arrangements. The session also addressed repairing the fire damaged library building and a mayoral committee to oversee financing.

Pioneers Form Branch in Early Settlement 80 Years Ago

Records recount 1851 events after pioneers arrived on February 1. G A Smith served as president with James Lewis as clerk as the group organized into a branch on February 9 1851. April 1851 brings Apostles Pratt and Rich arrival and council cautions.

G. A .Smith James Lewis G. A. Smith Parley P. Pratt Chas. C. Rich

School Grounds To Be Improved Next Week

A community project in Parowan plans school ground improvements starting Monday if plans hold. Work includes gravel removal and earth filling for lawns and shrubs, funded by a local fund of about 166 dollars and aided by volunteers from the employment committee.

Parowan Adams Timins

Marshal Rescues Fawn From Dogs Near Pendleton Farm

City marshal Dalton rescued a fawn with a broken hind leg from pursuing dogs near the Pendleton farm west of town after a motorist reported the chase. The fawn, nearly dead, was identified as belonging to Wm. Pendleton and taken to town for care amid questions about a recent gunshot involved in the incident.

Dalton Pendleton Farm Wm. W. Pendleton Tawn Slate Gate den Evelyn Parry Jez

Poultry Producers to Meet Sunday Afternoon

A meeting of all members of the local Poultry Producers Association is called to meet after church Sunday afternoon in the West Ward chapel. Matters of importance are to be considered and those interested should be present. Roy Moore, Chairman.

The Poultry Producers Assaociation West Ward Roy Moore

Iron County atinudl report and financial statement detailed

The Times notes pages four and five contain Iron County's annual report and financial statement. County Auditor Rowley and the Commissioners commendable for transparent data on tax use, indebtedness, indigent costs, library expenses, hospital receipts and expenditures, and other public funds details. Citizens may learn of public fund distribution and seek further information from officials or by contacting The Times.

the Times Atinudl Iron County Rowley

Three Clubs to Trap Shoot Today in Beaver

Beaver hosts Pioneer day trap shoot inviting Tarowan and Paragenah clubs. About a score of shooters from Beaver and partners plus Paragonah visitors travel to the neighboring city for the contest. A banquet and dance follow with a banquet and a resolution set to urge legislation in the current session.

Beaver Tarowan Beaver Club Algo

Legion Auxiliary to Be Organized Here

Post Commander Harrell Dalton announces the American Legion Auxiliary will organize here during the month. State president Mrs. George Ballit and District Committee woman Mrs. Henry Pickett will visit on the 25th to perfect the arcanization. A preparatory meeting is set for Saturday night in the courthouse to organize and plan entertainment for the visitors.

Leion Auxiliary A Harrell Dalton George Ballit State Department Provo Henry Pickett St. George Legion Auxiliary Court House Harrell Dalton Ig Anzlous

Move Launched For Road to Panguitch Lake

Cham ber of Commerce opens talks Saturday night on a mountain road linking Highways 89 and 91 to Panguitch Lake as a gateway to a national park and forest development project. A joint Cedar City committee will pursue collaboration with Cedar City to win support and set up a formal audience with the Bureau of Public Roads.

Snoeve Chamber of Commerce Pangultch Lake Bryte Neasional Park Brian Head Point Cedar Breaks Cedar City Chamber of Commerce Cedar City Chamber B. J. Finch Bureau of Public Roads Ogden J. P. Fuller Reid H. Gardner Editr George Chilton Clair Rowley H. G C. Parcells Parowan

T A T CLUB MEETS FOR REGULAR WEEKLY MEETINGS

After the holidays the T A T club resumes weekly gatherings with aims to aid home life and benefit members. Meetings on January 22 at Denaiete Bayles’s and January 29 at Lynette Chilton’s were well attended. Two new members joined, Mrs Lynette Chilton and Lor na Mitchell, with hopes they will enjoy the association.

Denaiete Bayles Lynette Chilton Lorna Mitchell

Business Visitor Ray Stones Arrives in Tarowan

Mr. Ray Stones of Paragouah traveled to Tarowan as a business visitor on Fuesday of this week, according to local notes.

Ray Stones Paragouah Tarowan

Parowan Rises to Second in Dixie Hoop Race

Parowan High School surged into second place in the Dixie Division standings after a decisive win over Orderville last Friday night. Saunders Clark led with 10 field baskets and Bill Burt added 14 points from 6 baskets and 2 foul shots as Parowan defeated Orderville 50 to 21.

Parowan High School Orderville St. George Dixie Fo Lown Cedar Parowan Cie Enterprise Saunders Clark Bill Burt Clark Burt Ward Mortensen Bettridge Blain Benson

B. A. C. Band to Give Concert and Dance Here

A band concert is to be given in the local high school on Tuesday evening February 19 by the B. A. C. Band, followed by a dance. A nominal charge will be made for the concert and probably a small charge for the dance.

Utah Educational Association Holds Regional Convention Here

A regional Utah Educational Association convention gathered school personnel from several counties last Saturday to discuss educational activities for teachers and administrators. The Cedar junior band performed in the morning, and committee discussions dominated the agenda with no official report available yet.

The Utah Educational Association Cedar

Dr Clark to Talk to East Ward ML A

Dr Clark spoke to the East Ward MIA adult class Tuesday on Health and Hygiene and is slated to discuss another aspect next Tuesday. The talks are considered interesting and beneficial with officers inviting all adults to attend.

DR. Clark East Ward Er. GM Clark Kf. I. A

Also Mentioned on This Page

J. E. Gurr Bediate Forest Daughters OF Pioneers Thomas Cartwright California P. F. Pratt Salt Lake City Council of the Presidency Alec Rich Robert Wiley Wm. C. Mitchell P. Pratt Summit Creek A. Smith Scott Matheson News Review Edward W. Pickard Edward WV. Pickard Pickard America Marshal Fawn Legion Auxiliary Panguitch Lake T. A. T. Club Black George Hurricane B. A. C. Band
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