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Newspaper

Parowan Times

Location

Parowan, Utah, United States of America

Date

May 18, 1927

Page

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Parowan triumphs in district contest with two wins

Parowan dominated the M L A district contest winning the play The Unequal Yoke against Toquerville and the Zils trio defeating St George. The St George trio directed by Mr Mc Allister impressed though losing. Parowan advances to Salt Lake City for state competition around June 10 as the winning play and trio depart.

Parowan M. L A Toquerville Zils St. George Mr. McAllister Mary Orton Lola, Dalton Phyllis Orton Carol Adams Myra Dalton Retta Orton Ethel Baylea Josephine Mitchell Alys Adams Glenna M. Ward Wm. L. Adams Luella A. Dalton Harley Dalton Caral Adams Salt Lake City

Gleaner Girls Consider Building Tennis Court

East Ward Gleaner Girls seriously consider building a tennis court for wholesome recreation this summer. They have secured a good location on the tabernacle block just north of May or Adams's residence and plan to install the court soon.

East Ward Tabernacle Adams

Iron County Valuation Rises $24516 in Latest Report

County Assessor Hillman Palley reports Iron County’s total assessed value up by 24516 over last year. Public utilities fall under State Board of Equalization and may change totals. Real estate and improvements rise. livestock declines due to lower per head value, with sheep increasing in headcount by over seven thousand.

Hillman Palley Iron County Public Railroad Telephone Company State Board of Equalization

Ex Service Men Honor Roll Request From Parowan Chapter

Parowan Summit and Paragonah ex service men are asked to submit names for the Service Star Legion honor roll. Send or give names to Ferta B. Mitchell, Secretary, to be added to the local roll.

Omhers Parowan Service Star Legion Parowan, Summit Paragonah Ferta B. Mitchell

Relief Society Bazaar Opens May 25 in Relief Hall

The event runs Wednesday at 2 PM in Relief Hall with a short program and many articles of wearing apparel for sale. Ice cream punch and cones will be available for children.

Parowan Main Street Praised By Garsteta Editor

Garsteta County News editor W J Peters praises Parowan for a graveled curbed main street with lamp posts, noting civic pride and a strong impression on visitors. He urges readers to see the improvements for themselves.

W. J. Peters Garsteta County News Panguitch Parowan Utah

Paragonah Delivers Selendid Cantata The Resurrection

The People of Paragonah presented The Resurrection a cantata directed by Amasa Stones on Sunday evening. Fifty voices joined soloists Isadore Barton Myda Robinson Hannah Robinson Wendall Stones Wr Davenport Asa Topham Leland Lamoreaux with Miss Melva Barton Nella B. McBride at the piano. The performance was free and well received by nearby Parowan residents.

Paragonah Amasa Stones Isadore Barton Misa Myda Robinson Bira Hannah Robinson Wendall Stones Wr. T. Davenport Asa Topham Leland Lamoreaux Melva Barton Nella B. McBride

Marriage Licenses Reported By Clerk Office

Marriage licenses were issued to Dan Buck of Ploche and Lucile Douglass of Cedar City Bernard Moroni Hunter of Cedar City and Mable Taylor of Parowan and James Clinton Wright and Nelle Eleanor Slator of Milford. Newark.

Dan Buck Ploche Lucile Douglass Cedar City Bernard Moroni Hunter Mable Taylor Parowan James Clinton Wright Nelle Eleanor Slator Milford

I A to Give Vaudeville Program at Opera House

The I A to present a May 21 entertainment at the Opera House featuring a male quartet L J Adams H E Whitney L N Marsden Jr and Rex Ward a play The Unequal Yoke readings songs dances by Ruth Clark Beatrice Adams Ortell Ward Lorriane Mickelson and others admission 25 cents general 35 cents reserved to raise funds for taking the trio and play to Salt Lake City for the final contest expected strong attendance for a high class program

Parowan BM. I. A L. J. Adams H. E. Whitney L. N. Marsden Jr Rex Ward Ruth Clark Clayton Dalton LaGene Morris Triao Beatrice Adams Ortetl

Wool Sale Wraps Up as Delinquents Are Notified

The Times notes wool is largely sold and delivered while readers with past due subscriptions receive notices this week. Readers are asked to check statements and report any errors or mismatches by contacting the office promptly.

Dalton at Work Painting Garage and Outbuildings

John V. Stevena wields the brush as Mr. Jos. B. Dalton oversees painting of his garage and several outbuildings. The job focuses on fresh coats and revitalizing the structures.

City May Buy Interest In Yankee Meadow Project

Parowan City deliberated the purchase of a fourth reservoir interest from the Yankee Meadow field owners. Council tentatively accepted a $2,800 offer with removal of the interest clause, enabling city water rights and taxation share. Other items included water system repairman applications and license guidance for ice cream sales.

Yankee Meadow Parowan City Marsden Streen Otto Rasmussen Relief Society

Local and Personal News Highlights Delicate Health and Travel

Mrs. Luella R. Adams underwent tonsil removal on Tuesday May 17 and will remain in Cedar City this week. Mr. and Mrs. J D Pymm and family traded Parowan for Beaver to spend the summer with plans to study for a PhD at Berkeley next winter. Mrs. Ora Orton Macfarlane visits from Ogden with relatives as Dr. F J Burton recovers from a serious facial ailment. Parcellaamily moved into Gwen M Gurr home on North First between Main and First East. A hog pen over a patch of morning glory is noted as a cure.

Luella R. Adams Cedar City J.D. Pymm Parowan Beaver Berkeley California Pymm University of California Parcellaamily Gwen M. Gurr First North Main First Baat

Mrs Ted Dalton Visiting Delta With Her Party

Mrs. Ted Dalton is visiting Delta for a few days with her group of companions.

Ted Dalton Delta

Cedar City couple returns home as Parowan plans June festival

Mr and Mrs Ray Kittchell have lived in Cedar City for a year and have returned to their home. Parowan West Ward plans a large two day festival early in June.

Ray Kittchell Cedar City Parowan West Ward

Aroni¢ Priesthood Members Present Pleasant Sunday Programs

The report notes splendid programs in both wards last Sunday afternoon. It also mentions attorney Parcells traveling to Cedar City today for business matters and asks readers about the beautification of school grounds.

Attorney Parcells Cedar City

Mrs Hilda Hulet Tula Visiting New Castle Area

Mrs Hilda Hulet Tula of New Castle is visiting here for a few days with relatives and friends.

Hilda Hulet Tula Newcastle

Attorney George H Hancock Visits Cedar City on Business

Attorney George H Hancock traveled from Cedar City today for business matters. He met local officials and discussed community legal issues during his visit.

George H. Hancock Cedar City

County sale list review to confirm property inclusion

A note advises readers to skim the county sale listings published in these columns to ensure their property is not included in the auction. It urges owners to compare parcels with the official published list and verify any potential matches.

West Ward Relief Society Lesson Highlights Life Sketch

On Tuesday afternoon at Charlotte Perlins Street Cilman the West Ward Relief Society heard a lesson by Mrs. A ne il Burton. Susa Young Gates provided a life sketch of Mrs. Cilman and readings from Mrs. Gilman’s work were given by other society members led by Mrs. Melinda Adams.

West Ward Relief Society Charlotte Perlins Stetson Cilman A‘neil Burton

Richards Family Arrives in Parowan for Family Visit

Mr Joseph E Richards and his sister Belle Tanner along with nieces Misa Alice Dougall and Miss Belle Durham arrived in Parowan Tuesday night to spend a few days with relatives.

Joseph E. Richards Belle Tanner Misa Alice Dougall Belle Durham Parowan

Ogden Family Visits Parowan After Ward Graduation

Mr and Mrs Frank Ogden with children Sadie Meg and Melvin visited relatives in Parowan on Wednesday. Mrs Ogden formerly Eleanor Ward. They were returning to Richfield after attending the commencement exercises at the D N C where Miss Sadie Ward had just graduated.

Frank Ogden Sadie Meg Melvin Parowan Ogden Eleanor Ward Richfield D. N.C Sadie Ward

James Mitchell Defends Clean Up Debate

The Times notes James Mitchell dismisses calls for stricter premises cleanup as pointless but acknowledges his own property is spotless and serves as a credit to him and the community.

James Mitchell James

Parowan Visitor From San Diego

Mr. F L Quiver of San Diego, a former Parowan resident, is visiting on business.

F. L. Quiver San Diego Parowan

Ford Owners Prize Draw Promises Valuable Reward

A local advertisement invites Ford owners to participate in a drawing on the 36th of the month with a notable prize. Details appear in the ad sections, urging readers to check for eligibility and entry methods.

Ford

Mr John L Sevy Visited Parowan Last Week

Mr John L Sevy visited Parowan recently. He is reported preparing to drill for oil on the desert prospecting area near Parowan.

John L. Sevy Parowan Levy

Morman Cedar City Couple Married in Salt Lake Temple

Bil Holbrook and Miss Norma Webster were wed in the Salt Lake Temple a few days ago, as reported. The Cedar City couple joins a growing list of local residents choosing temple ceremonies.

Bil Holbrook Ore Ance Oe Cedar City Misa Norma Webster Salt Lake’ Temple

Mattheson Transferred From Brigham City to Cedar City

Mr. Frank Mattheson, long with the telephone company, left for Brigham City for a several week spell and has now been transferred to Cedar City where he will be stationed regularly, it is understood.

Frank Mattheson Telephone Company Brigham City Cedar City

Suit Filed in District Court by Bulloch Against Leigh

David Bulloch filed a suit in district court naming J. T. Leigh as the defendant. The case seeks remedies to be determined by the court, with details likely outlining the claims and requested relief.

District Court David Bulloch J. T. Leigh

Will Build Dance Pavilion in Canyon

Thomas W Burt and Ellis Bentley confirm plans to erect a dance pavilion near the spring at the mouth of the First Left-hand canyon about three and a half miles from town. They also plan swings slides and other playground apparatus to make it a resort for dances and other occasions.

Thos. W. Burt Ellis Bentley

Parowan Wool Clip Sold Fast Across Producers

Parowan’s annual wool clip of 50 000 to 75 000 fleeces, the town’s largest money maker, is almost all marketed. Smaller producers sold at 30.31 cents, while larger owners moved stock in the last week at 27.5 to 29.5 cents. James C. Robinson consigned his clip rather than take current rates.

Parowan Owever James C. Robinson

Belief Society Conference to Be Held Next Sunday

Parowan Ward Relief Societies announce a joint conference for Sunday May 22 with East Ward meeting in the Tabernacle and West Ward in the Relief Hall. Members urged to bring husbands. Due to a bazaar May 25 the West Ward will skip its regular meeting Tuesday. bazaar opens at 2 pm with clothing items ice cream punch and cones for children.

Parowan Ward Relief Societies East Ward Tabernacle West Ward

Parowan Becomes Destination for Beaver Visitors

Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Murdock of Beaver were in Parowan yesterday.

Wallace Murdock Beaver

Local card party hosted by Mr and Mrs Fenton

Mr and Mrs R L Fenton entertained for Mr and Mrs J D Pymm on Thursday night May 12 at the Fenton home. Guests included Mr and Mrs J D Pym, Mr and Mrs Blanchard E Whitney, and Mr and Mrs Clifford Empey.

R. L. Fenton J. D. Pymm Fenton J.D. Pym Blanchard E. Whitney Clifford Empey

Lamp Posts On Main Street Could Wear New Paint

Main Street lamp posts might gain a fresh look with a coat of paint in black white or a black and white combination as proposed.

Main Street

Mrs Zeila Whitney Hosts Afternoon for Mrs Pymm

Mrs Zeila Whitney entertained at her home on Friday afternoon May 13 for Mrs J Donald Pymm. A number of lady friends were present and the afternoon was spent sewing and chatting. Ice cream and cakes were served at an appropriate hour.

Zeila Whitney J. Donald Pymm

Mr. Kilgore Visits Parowan Briefly From Exrowan Ants Co

Former Parowan resident Mr. G Kilgore and part owner of the Exrowan Ants Co was in town last week for a few minutes. Cal is reves ind ad deter for a Company where business brought him through our city.

Mr. G Kilgore Parowan Exrowan Ants Co Cal

Blue Lantern Pavilion to Open Lane 1 Next Week

M Sonday proprietor of the Blue Lantern Pavilion plans improvements to prepare Lane 1 for the season with a pre season dance scheduled for Friday night this week.

M. Sonday Blue Lantern

Local Editor Hid in Town for Meetings and Business

Hid lor A IL Floilo of the Iron County Record visited the town today to renew acquaintances and attend to business matters.

Hid Lor A IL Floilo The Iron County Record

Parowan Chamber Plans Early Membership Drive This Week

The Parowan Chamber of Commerce will begin its long delayed membership drive before week’s end. Citizens will be asked to join to help improve conditions locally with a nominal fee. Committee members include Anthony Paxton James C. Robinson Win Pritchard Joseph B. Dalton and P A Clark.

Cheirman Bew Parowan Chamber of Commerce Parowan the Times Roosevelt Turedoga CF Churches of Commerce Anthony Paxton James C. Robinson Win, Pritchard Joseph B. Dalton P. A. Clark

Dr Pack to Address Branch Agricultural College Graduates

Dr Fredrick J Pack Deseret Professor of Geology at the University of Utah is set to deliver the address at the Branch Agricultural College graduation exercises on May 20 at 11 AM in the college auditorium. Board trustees and state legislators will attend as will local leaders.

Fredrick J. Pack Deseret University of Utah Branch Agricultural College W. R. Palmer Pique von Suppi John R. Adams Zella Barnson Son Bea Phillip Miles Walker Direttora Virginia Corry Viella Alice Higbee F. B. Wood Mrg. J. Hi. Maughan Eeven O

Mr Evane Returns from Imperial Valley Visit

Mr Wm A Evane spent winter in Imperial Valley with F L Culver and recently came home for a few days. He plans to join Culver soon to buy yearling wethers in Texas and ship them to Michigan to be fleeced for the market. Evane will remain until sales are completed and reports good health despite eating his own cooking all winter.

Wm. A. Evane Imperial Valley F. L. Culver Mr. Culver Texan Michigan

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Relief Society Bazaar Fanguitch Paroqwan Main Street Faragonah If. I. A Ora Orton Macfarlane F. J. Burton Eryelpelas Misa Mary Orton Her Ainter Leroy H. Cox Canyon Parowan Wool Belief Society C.of C Pack Branch Agricultural Faculty Ziong Canyon Pleces
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