Utah Legislature Set To Open With Narrow GOP Opposition
Utahs legislature convenes next Monday for a three month session expected to address revenue and taxation amid a Democratic majority. The party split looms as a caucus Saturday will select officers, with potential for a three way power struggle in the Senate and House. Names like Maw Granger Huggins Holbrook figure in possible leadership battles as Republicans hold a lone seat in Cache County and Democrats push a broad agenda.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Milton J. Welling
Calvin W. Rawlings
Democratic Yygqne
Loolest
William H. Geittin, Jr
Cache T County
Senate
House
Lawrences B. Johnon
Rich County
Milton Twit
Garfield County
Sfoyt Chamberlain
Kane County
Leland Ry W Reid
San Juan County
Walter K. Granger
Irom County
Jerbert Maw
A. Huggins
Ogden
Ward C. Holbrook
Davis County
Man
Holbrook
Henry I
Parowan Records Deep Freeze and Historic Cold Night
Parowan shattered records as the government thermometer dropped to 25 degrees below zero the coldest reading since the weather station began. Forecaster M L Skougaard noted the night prior at 14 below and warned of more severe cold to follow after a frigid wave hit with Wednesday’s storm. The storm dumped up to 24 inches of snow and .83 inches of moisture, leaving roads impassable for days.
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Parowen
M. L. Skougaard
Allen
Motor Cay
Notice to East Ward Reef Society Members
Notice to East Ward Reef Society members the Pioneer Day January 13 falls on a Wednesday so the Belief Society’s regular meeting is postponed until Friday at the usual hour and place all members are asked to note the change in meeting date and attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
East Ward Reef Society
Ward Belief Society
Belice of
Luis
District Court Terms Set For Iran County Year
The district court of Iran County will convene Monday at 2 PM with Judge Will on the bench. One criminal case appears on the calendar involving Ernest Muri charged with destroying property in the Cedar City jail building. Court terms for the year are laid out: First Monday January 1, Second Monday April 12, Third Tuesday August 31, Fourth Friday November 26, with probate and law openings on select Fridays through the year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Irom
Will. Boyt
Ermal
Utah
Ernest Muri
Cedar City
Iran County
Fifth Judicial District
Law and Hotton Bays
Local Sportsmens' Club Elects Officers For Year
The Local Sportsmens' Club at Taylor's Cafe elected officers for 1837. Ray Adams Jr. as president Claude Orton as vice president Robert Mitchell secretary Wm M Dalton treasurer with Roy Benson Johe S Dalton and Ralph Mitchell on the board. Forty five members paid dues and twenty five attended the luncheon. Senator Glen J Stow spoke on Fish and Game issues and new president Adams outlined club goals. A delegation of Ray Adams Troy Benson and W M M Dalton was named to attend the Spectamen's Association in Salt Lake City.
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Taylor
Parawan Gun
Red Club
Ray Jr. Adams
Claude Orton
Robert Mitchell
Wm. M. Dalton
Roy Benson Johe S Dalton
Ralph Mitchell
Hoy Benson
Meri Thornton
Clauda Orton
Freeman Hiatt
Phillip Benson Saunders Clark
P. A. Clark
Robert L. Fenton
Glen J. Stow
Iby
Ray Adama
Aft
Stow
Fish and Game Department
Mr. Fenton
Spectamen's Association
Salt Lake City
Ray Adams
Troy Benson
Wm. MM. Dalton
Ctyd
Recreation Class Schedule Changes At WPA Program
The WPA adult recreation program extended its class schedule, doubling weekly sessions for each group. Men’s gym use runs 4 to 7:30 p.m. Mondays and Thursdays, ladies 7 to 9 p.m. Same nights, no participation charge. Committees plan ski and toboggan events, a benefic dance, and a community play.
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Tess
Saunders Clark
Gherwin Benson
C.F. Bentley
Hilla
Wendell Bayles
Verena Decker
Mr. Bentley
Hurley Dalton
Zona
Topham
Wil J. Adama
lOter
Council Holds First Meeting Of New Year
City Council convened for the first regnar meeting of the year with Mayor and three councilmen present. Officers faced health board resignations, delinquent water and light bills, and a looming financial strain as bonds mature 1938 through 1940. A special meeting was set to fill board vacancies and a form to demand full current payments was to be drafted.
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Twarreth Dilson
Sherstors
Clifford Evans
Matshal
Evans
Hatch
Rome
Rothes
Hu M. Benson
Henson
Cletford Vang
Gates Burt
Clarence Benson
Billy
Car License Bureau to Open in Cedar Monday
The State Tax Commission announces a Cedar City office for motor vehicle license applications and state taxes, located in the C S A building with hours 9 AM to 4 PM on weekdays until February 10. The public is urged to come early. Albert Adams suffers frostbite from a blizzard outing near the Blue Knob. both he and Guy Miller endured extreme cold while staying warm.
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CAR License Bureau
Cedar
Motor Vehicle Department of the
State Tax Commission
Cedar City
Albert Adama Ia
Guy Miller
Blue Knott
Albert
Parowan Celebrates Eighty sixth Birthday With Community Events
Parowan marks its eighty sixth birthday with a public meeting at 11 AM next Wednesday January 13 led by the Daughters of the Pioneers. A noon luncheon for adults over 18, cafeteria service, and an afternoon program including plays, games, and dancing with Beth Leigh’s Cedar City orchestra. A dance at night features the same orchestra.
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A. N. Kimball
Beth Leigh
Cedar City
Dave
City must collect light water rentals from all users
Parowan City officials emphasize the necessity of collecting light and water rentals from all consumers to meet bond obligations and operating costs. The city cannot waive charges despite debates over providing services at no cost, noting government contracts require full collection to avoid service disconnection.
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Parowan
Robinson Made Director in Bank of Southern Utah
Mt James C. Robinson, prominent farmer and livestock man of this city, was chosen as a director of the Bank of Southern Utah at Cedar City. He fills the board vacancy left by the resignation of Charles C. Petty. Robinson has long banking experience, having served as a director in the Bank of Iron County for years before its closing, and is known as a strong advocate of sound banking.
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James C. Robinson
Bank of Southern Utah
Cedar City
Ife
Charles C. Petty
Word
Robinson Bas
Bank of
Iron County
Library board seeks public input for new books
At Parmisn City Library Board meeting Ivan Decker reported about $1900 available to purchase books immediately to prevent funds reverting to the county. The board urged public suggestions and set new officer appointments including Hul dah M Walet and Wr Marsden replacing resignations. Remaining members and appointees were listed and reappointed to positions.
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Parmisn City
Ibrary Board
Ivan Decker
Ayallante
Te County
Mbtary
Huldah M. Walet
Wr. Marsden
Loulag
Adams
Laura G. Snow
Silas ,Topham
Fao N. Denson
Remainine
Alo
Hatch
Will
Aedama
Walter C. 3Utchell
Venlee Deckur
Ogden Livestock Show Week Announces Big 1937 Event
Ogden hosts the eighteenth annual Livestock Show January 8 to 14 with fat and feeder cattle, sheep, and hogs in 12 classes. Auctions crown a million-dollar exposition, featuring poultry and intermountain seed shows, junior exhibits, and multiple days honoring Utah Idaho Nevada and Wyoming. Governor Henry H. Blood attends Governor's Day January 14. A baby daughter arrives for Mr and Mrs Chester Stubbe.
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Roliseam
George S. Reeves
Freman
Colorado State Azricutural College
University of Wyoming
Montana State College
Oregon State Agricultural College
Utah State Agricultural College
Ray MM. Wood
West
E. J. Pieldsted
Marager
Dentemond
Athletic
United States
Iron County Commissioners Pass 1937 Budget
Iron County commissioners approved a 1937 budget totaling about 84 2778 dollars for the year, comparable to last year’s appropriation. The plan increases salaries and deputy allowances while trimming some departments, with new line items for county agent, noxious weed control, and an audit. Expendable revenue is estimated at 8 605.22 above appropriations, and additional items include office equipment and administrative changes.
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Iron County
Sheryff
Capenan
Justice Court
Hecerder
Almout
Pper
Wan Ag
Edgar Bevson
Clei
Ramona Dress Shop Moves Into Marsden's Toggery
Saturday an agreement moved Mrs Rocaditchei and AS Nelson Marsden. Mrs Multohell will manage the hat store for Marsden and relocate dresses from the Aldins Theatre Building area to display stock better. Ready Ward left Tottery operations to start Cedar City store, while Salt Lake City figures remain unclear.
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Rocaditche ci
Nelson Marsden
Multohell
Aldin Theatre
Tole Stars Dans
Nelton
Cedar City
Salt Lake City
Gasket Ball Games Moved To Next Week
The basketball games were postponed due to heavy snowfall. Kanab was to play here tonight, Wright planned for tomorrow, but travel delays push both games to Monday and Tuesday nights next week.
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Granger
Hoapitol
District Court
Marshal
Health Board
City
Robinson
Bank OF 50
Ogden Livestock Show
Afr
Chester Stubbe
Ramona Dress
Marsden
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