21 May 1919
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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1919
Page
1
In Parowan Times pages the Iron County Record editor is accused of undermining the Iron Goat Fair and patriotism for local institutions. The letter defends the paper, asserts bias against the editor, and questions his ties to a local school and its boards.
Notice in the Times indicates the commission will meet May 28 to consider proposals to increase the price of electric power and light from 7 cents to 9 cents per kilowatt hour. The item outlines the hearing and the proposed rate change.
Friday afternoon at 3 o’clock all Wood hub members are invited to bring and share jam, with bring up light feart and loose purse singing. Cream will be served as refreshments.
Rims Tate Taylor announces a Soldiers' Release Record to log every returning service member from Front County. He urges all soldiers now home to send their release details promptly for official recording.
In a time saving sales pitch the Parowan Auto Co advertises a 15 percent cut from regular prices on autos. The notice invites quick action to take advantage of the large reduction and promises favorable terms and listings.
Parsven Auto Company urges buyers to act now as it trims stock with Tedacton small tires at a 15 percent discount, describing it as a good time to purchase.
For sale notice from Dalley farm at Summit Weah. Contact Adt Mow Carter Cedar City tah for details. Hiring Neilie Anderton of Eubl Idaho visiting with her parents Mr and Mrs Taylor. Butter wrappers 36% per 1909.
Congratulations to the Chapter workers of the Mountain Division for achieving higher production than the other chapters. The note praises teamwork discipline and patriotism, urging continued effort to honor those who died in the war and to justify the honor bestowed by Red Cross leadership.
Fraternally invited alumni of Beaneh Hormel and Branch Agricultural College attend the annual social at BAC Cedar City Utah on Tuesday May 27 1919. Admission is 25 cents per member with a light program and informal conversation about old times.
A local club met at Cora Tetons with all members present to plan an October meeting agenda and a social event. Attendees included Emm Benson Tavtié Gurr, Mary Grien, Minnow Lowder Rete Desken, Minnestd Mame Orion, Amanda Bepaon. The next meeting will be at Minnie Lorder's home.
A. Halsterman reports the Parowan Auto Company received a delivery of four cars and that two of the same model have been posed for sale. Prospective buyers consider the remaining balance as the firm seeks to close deals.
County fair organizers recount the county wide effort to restore support for the Fair, appointing three town finance committees and naming Parowan Peragonsh and Semant delegates. A plan to hire traveling players was discussed, a hall, and a fair sale were proposed, with advertising and entry rights emphasized for all county residents ahead of the 1919 Iron County Fair in Farawan.
Mrs Benjamin F Blakeney of Decdur II endorses Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as the best medicine for cold and coughs. She notes using it for family and children and says she has taken it herself.
A garbled notice mentions discounts and prices tied to a Parewan Avia Co butter sale. Names appear scattered including individuals tied to Vedar Cig and Teaver City. Partial data indicate a $460 per tenad and a 500 bubler wrapper reference, with editor chat noted.
The Farowan Times announces new pricing for public legal notices effective this week. Crowned at 10 cents per line per issue for Jepal notices, with a special $12 60 cap for certain items. All concerned are urged to take notice.
The Parowan Times plans to install a late model Linotype machine within the year to modernize production. Directors will meet to discuss funding, with stock subscriptions urged from all interested supporters to secure the needed equipment and keep the paper up to date.
A Decoration Day event in Parowan hosted by the Icon County Fair Committee aims to raise funds for the fair. Parowan, Paragonah, and surrounding towns are invited to attend a dance in September with refreshments and music from a local band. Proceeds will support the fair’s expenses and activities.
In Beaver on Wednesday May 14 the ceremony joined Jasper Arbright and Erons Mortensen. Wiss Vortensen, a well regarded local woman, is noted for her many friends and admired qualities. Meyerbright, a popular Beaver man, recently returned from France and was among the first to volunteer for the country. The young couple will reside in Beaver.
A local program lists Tharaday with Jim Blodat featuring Winifred Laces and a resissed dandy Saturday. Also promoted are The Littl Yank with Dorothy Gish and an upcoming show titled You have been looking for.
Last week Turiora wert afliogh about two burddahe to be erected on Marsden. Construction by Taylor i: Sone confirms the plan and states bovine height and dimensions, with one section for care and business and another for a barber shop and poll bath, at £566 feet.
Last Thursday graduation exercises for the math grade were held at the Cedar Archon school with Mr J EF Telten of Beaver delivering the address. The faculty and students featured performances by the girls' physical education class, the Caty Band concert, and a dance by the BOAC juniors. The Relief Society celebrated its annual day with luncheon and a dance, while several teachers and graduates prepared for changes as some move to new homes and roles.
The death of the 21 months old son of Mr and Mrs Orton was noted this week. Due to teething a facial swelling led to a jaw infection that worsened inwardly, causing death on March 3. The burial took place March 4 at the family residence. Speakers at the services were Morgan Richards and Walter G Mitchell.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses a planned business block in Boowetn Utah, with uncertain references to a leader and readers. The readable fragments are too garbled to identify persons, organizations, or concrete dates or outcomes.
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