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Newspaper

Parowan Times

Location

Parowan, Utah, United States of America

Date

May 17, 1946

Page

8

4-H clothing meet led by Parowan Paragonah Summit leaders

Parowan Paragonah and Summit 4-H club leaders plan a two day clothing school on May 2 and 22 at Parowan High School. Lois P. Smith and Bernice Linford will supervise as they guide 1945 1946 girls through woolen garment construction with cutting fitting and finishing help. Each participant aims to create a wool dress suit or coat. Classes run 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. daily. A similar session will be held at B A C Cedar Kanarra and Enoch.

Ciup Parowan High School Lois P. Smith Bernice S. Linford Cedar Kanarra Enoch

Florence Mitchell Is BYU Valedictorian

Florence Mitchell daughter of J Harold Mitchell of this city and Safford Arizona was named valedictorian of Brigham Young University Senior class Selection based on scholarship character and personality She will deliver the valedictory address during the June graduation exercises Mitchell a 1941 Safford High graduate attended Gila Junior College Thatcher Altona and served as student body secretary at both schools She majors in secretarial science in the College of Commerce Also noted were alumni banquet attendees Byron Thornton and Ted Werner of Las Vegas and Mrs Theron J Wheatley from Ogden visiting for commencement week activities at Parowan High School

Florence Mitchell J. Harold Mitchell Safford Arizona Brigham Young University Daily Press BYU Miss Mitchell Safford High Gila Thatcher Altona College of Commerce

Senior Class of 1966 at Parowan High School

Mrs Jean Hendrickson led a senior assembly recounting four years of memories and a future beyond high school. The final program featured devotional music prayers solos skits and a class will and prognostication. Alumni activities and a Bryce Canyon band trip were also noted with thanks to Mr Dalton.

Jean Hendrickson Misty Tegrer Bryce Canyon Harrell Dalton Dalton

Local Arrival and Homecomings Highlight Mother's Day News

Carl Evans returns after twenty three months in the Army including an Okinawa campaign and occupation duty in Japan. Lewelan Chamberlain arrives home to attend Seminary graduation and the high school graduation events. Navy veteran families unite for Mother's Day visits as relatives travel from Cedar City Las Vegas and Burbank to share celebrations.

T . Carl T. Evans John C Evans Okinawa Army of Occupation Japan

Seminary Seeks Charity for Out of Print Textbooks

An appeal from a seminary requests 8 0 for textbooks and asks homeowners if they possess New Testament Speaks by C. Tunner or the Restored Church by Saint These titles are out of print due to a paper shortage and will not be reprinted for months. Citizens may donate by delivering to Alton Merull or arranging a pickup.

C. Tunner Saint Alton Merull

Kindergarten begins for next fall entrants at grade school

Mrs Fay N Benson announces the kindergarten class for children entering school for the first time next fall will begin Monday morning May 27 in her room at the grade school. Mothers must bring the child’s birth certificate on the first day. Children eligible to attend and enter school next fall must be six years old on or before October 1, 1946.

Fay N. Benson

Community Shows Gratitude After Loss and Funeral

Mr and Mrs Ray Mitchell and Mr and Mrs Ralph Mitchell hosted a gathering at the former home to honor Mr and Mrs J Mitchell Benson of McGill Nevada called here by the death of Mrs Benson aunt Kate Taylor. About twenty five Benson friends attended the Saturday night event last week.

Ray Mitchell Ralph Mitchell J. Mitchell Benson McGill Nevada Benson Kate Taylor Mrs

Utah Declares Closed Burning Season June One To October Thirty One

Utah announces a closed burning season from June 1 to October 31. J Whitney Floyd chief for ester firewarden for the Board of Forestry and Fire Control says permits are required for sagebrush grassland or other burning. Iron County sheriff S C Lamb is local fire warden. Uncontrolled fires harm rangelands and water sheds and must be reported to local officials.

Utah J. Whitney Floyd Board of Forestry and Fire Control Iron County S. C. Lamb Floyd Grazing Service

Driver Cautions Pedestrians in Traffic Laws Reminder

Knowledge of traffic rules urges drivers to exercise due care to avoid pedestrians on roadways and to sound the horn when necessary. Mrs. Jane Adams Mitchell hosted visitors from multiple places including Los Angeles Salt Lake City and Layton Utah with family gatherings and social events during Mother's Day week ending with an Alumni banquet and dance.

Shirl Evans University of Utah Salt Lake City John C. Evans Jane Adams Mitchell Woodrow Adams Harris Robinson Los Angeles Hazel A. Skinner Imogene Timmons Layton Utah M. A. Burton Elmer Mitchell

Apple Picker Demonstrates Safe Ladder Balance At Work

An experienced apple picker stretches for fruit, sets his ladder firmly, and maintains balance while working high. The emphasis is on proper ladder setup and steady footing mirroring ground work to ensure safe, efficient picking.

Whip Soap Flakes For Softer, Richer Lather

Whip soap flakes in a little hot water with an egg beater. You will need fewer flakes and achieve a richer lather and better results.

Peach Borer Control Timing Recommended

October first two weeks are best for applying paradichlorobenzene around peach trees to kill borers, per guidance for orchard care and pest management.

Lemon juice baking soda rinse for blond hair care

Advice on a final hair rinse using lemon juice and baking soda. Mix two tablespoonfuls of juice and one-third teaspoon soda into a quart of water to brighten and maintain light hair after shampoo.

Cooking tip for shaping mashed potatoes

Shape mashed potatoes into neat finger shapes or small balls on greased baking sheets. Brush with beaten egg and bake in a hot oven until golden brown.

Short 1945 Apple Crop Tops 1910 Low Yield

The 1945 apple crop in New England was the smallest since 1910, even smaller than the 1921 crop that longtime growers recalled as a terrible disaster. The report notes a notably reduced harvest affecting regional orchards and markets.

New England

Stubborn Stopper Advice Beats Obstinate Cork

An old method suggests dipping a cloth in boiling water and wrapping it around a bottle neck to heat the glass and loosen the stopper. A fire safety note follows with statistics showing 1,800 daily fires in the U S leading to 28 deaths per thousand homes and many incidents in 130 stores, 100 factories, seven churches, seven schools, and three hospitals.

U. S

Cropland Crops Reported At Eighty Percent

Cropland crops include corn soybeans oats and hay accounting for about 80 percent of the total crop area. The note outlines the share of land devoted to these staples in the region.

Lineis Ise

Literary Club Activities Reported by Mrs Marino

Activities of the club for the past two months as reported by Mrs. Marino, club reporter. May events included a meet with Mrs Augusta and a discussion of “This Side of” viewed by Halday. April 24 had My C ham as hostess with Mrs. J H Pendleton presiding.

Gratitude Notes From Families In Idaho And Nebraska

Expressions of thanks for support after a mother and grandmother's passing. Thanks extend to Mrs. Winterrose and BJ for services, with legal offerings noted. Also mentions graduations of Openshaw relatives, Rhonda Openshaw’s upcoming high school graduation, and visits from James family and Jennie B. Gray.

Winterrose Lorin Skog

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Parowan Paragonah Summit Byron Thornton Ted Werner Las Vegas Theron J. Wheatley Ogden Alladin Theatre Parowan, Utah Anchors Aweigh Frank Sinatra Gene Kelly Radio Stars On Parade Wally Brown Francis Langford Oklahoma Roy Rogers Grace Guymon Hendrickson June Decker Mary Lu Joseph Boyd Robinson Dru Ella Chamberlain Connie Joy Stevenis Warren Dalton Voral Anna Robinson Carey Ward Ralph Benson Parowan High School Alumni Association Dixie Evans Farris Evans Philippines Lynette Lowder Alphonso Rose Hunting and Fishing Licenses Parowan Service Company Claude E. Burton Lewelan Chamberlain Dru Ela O. Chamberlain Mrs. Morris Rowley Tron County Hospital Walirie McNicoll Logan Maylo Morgan Slack Alma Bettridge Cedar City Alan Matheson Scott Matheson Roosevelt Junior High School Harriet Hicks W. A. Thornton Norma Bentley Burbank California John W. Bentley Lockheed Terminal Waldo Taylor Champion Shoe Repair Shop Seminary Maria L. Taylor and Ben Openshy Openshaw Mistha Hatch Clifton Idaho Weston School Rhonda Openshaw Nolan James Dwight, Nebraska Jim Jennie B. Gray Parowan Conoco Conoco
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