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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1923
Page
4
Postal notice from Parowan detailing subscription rates published as second class mail matter at the Utah post office. Includes date stamping October 27, 1913 and indicates enclosure of rate information for readers.
Advertising rates listed for display and foreign ads, with discounts for continuous or contracted work. For sale notices priced per line with advance payment required. Legal notices billed per line, final proof fee, water user notice fee, and communications directed to J'arouan Times.
A local reflection notes a respected young man with a $100 monthly job may quit due to long hours. The piece praises his public service and community impact from pioneering farming and water projects, livestock improvements, and infrastructure. It laments the community’s attitude as a barrier to his continued public benefits.
The program for the coming round-up at the B A C includes a seed and poultry show. This marks a step toward a long advocated mid winter livestock show. The value of stock shows is clear and winter is best for prep and attendance. The start promises growth into a larger show with continued rounds.
The piece argues for a strong live Commercial Club or Chamber of Commerce in the community. It notes the need for leadership to address important matters and to serve as the contact point for outsiders. The call urges someone to take the lead and reform the club now.
Regretful reflection marks the sale of Wilford Day’s mercantile interests ending a 20 year bond with the community. His efforts spurred progress and improvements, transforming the old stone building and lifting local enterprise.
Elders Peter H Gurr and Marlo Top ham returned to Parowan after two weeks as missionaries in our ward. Leland Dalley Reuben Jones and Wilford H Lawrence conduct missionary work in Cedar City. Mrs Eula Owen learned of her mother's death in North Dakota. Mrs Streeter stayed with her daughter here over two years ago. Mrs Radford of Abooka Iowa came to live with her son Merl who has lived in Summit for years. Another son Charles driving his own car is expected soon. The Civic Improvement Club has begun ditch straightening and street grading to greatly improve the town’s appearance.
T R Robinson learned yesterday of his father Timothy Robinson's death in Circleville on the 28th inst. He left this morning to attend the funeral. Edward Edwards, Paragonah’s oldest man, is seriously ill with little hope of recovery due to age, and mourners prepare for potential loss.
Editor notes his wife has left for Hurricane with her family and a Moving Picture company inquires about hotel space for forty. The piece suggests a modern hotel would bolster their visit, though no firm decision yet on whether they will come.
Notice of intention to make five year proof to establish homestead claim No 016541 for N34 Sec 20 T32S R8W Salt Lake Meridian filed by May E. Nelson of Carey Idaho. Witnesses named Pratt Parry Keith Coulam from Utah and Provo. hearings before J M Chidhester Notary and the Register and Receiver at Salt Lake City on February 27, 1923.
Attorney Sam Cline of Milford was in Parowan today on business. Cedar Lumber Co of Cedar City invites bids through February 16 for chopping and logging 500000 ft at Burroughs Flat mill site. Bids may be for chopping, logging, or both. Right to reject any or all bids. Write for details. First Jan 31. Last Feb 7 1923.
Department of the Interior Salt Lake City Utah announces Charles St Martin of 47 S Main St Salt Lake City Utah filed intent to make five year proof to establish a homestead claim to S34 Sec 206 To 32 S Range 8 W Salt Lake Meridian. Proof will be before the Register and Receiver U S Land Office Salt Lake City on February 20 1923. Names of witnesses listed. First publication January 17 Last publication February 14.
Frank Williamson reports multiple cattle and sheep deaths in Paragonah last week due to a spreading disease. Authorities and residents employ full precautions to curb transmission. Mary Openshaw returned home Friday from Milford after nursing the ill. Joseph Lister has been ill for a week.
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