22 May 1918
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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1918
Page
1
Local readers report broad discussion of a proposed race track plan south of town tied to the county fair. Backers seek county approval to fix ground water, fences, and grandstand to support a fall fair and horse racing events with proceeds aiding show buildings and grounds rehabilitation.
Obituary notes recount a woman of kindness and respect who died at age 40 or near. Her body was taken to Richfield for burial. Wanda Dennyia leaves quarantine. Red Cross drive for Second War Relief proceeds. J E Sedeter and Mirth Edutardé plan marriages this week.
Sunday Miss Helen Evang daughter of Mr and Mrs Veltus Fang of Salt Lake City will join a party to Yellowstone Park for two to three weeks after visiting relatives. The group includes Mrs Geaset Mrs Mathews Dr and Mr Colton all of Salt Lake City plus Mr Hiiay Ewood.
Regular session of the Fifth Judicial District Court convened at the Porowan courthouse on Monday May 13 2918. Docket shows indictments for forgery and grand larceny, dismissals, divorce actions, and civil cases with rulings or continuances through the term.
In a recent issue the Times explains a misread name during a local election report. The error involved mistaking Jok Eo Warren for Jos. FB. Ward due to indistinct handwriting and the editor notes the published name was not meant to mislead readers.
An entry notes a limited seed form sale at county level with a prize drawing. It lists price per pound as 41.2 cents and names Mary A Gunn of Ady, dated May 22, 79, in Ferowan Utah.
The Parowan Paragonah Buckhorn Summit Lund and Modena district reports Sunday night completion of the Red Cross fund drive with all towns meeting or exceeding their shares. Lund and Modena surpassed target by over 39 dollars, volunteers worked all day, and most heads of families contributed, placing southern Utah district leading in both amount and participation.
The 23 May library convention praised the state libraries with reports on library matters. In the afternoon attendees heard talks on Utah library work and related topics, including readings and discussions by Mary Bowhey and Mary Downey.
An appeal invites all alumni of the Bw S and RA GO to Hud ko Gedar City for May PE. A special feature honors the 13418 class with a reunion day and activities. Workers to be paid per task with possible advance pay as factories secure orders.
Last Friday while burning weeds on its hat Lamond Huntsman's barn capeht fire and waa partially destroyed The wind swept the fre adrout the lot just missing the house and caught on Ehies Hunt's hay stack barming it to the ground before the people with the Brebage were able to gee it under capital Mother's Day was obserted here and a splendid program rendered the chapel Gariationg and a car of Fomega were given to every matter present at the services Wm Stabeli bag received big tall for servwe in the army and will lave Any 25. liza Mahada Terry wa very i with Tuéumoma A Poyaiean has been Called and everything possible ta beng home to weve her tie She hae been aries foc goto factle with SGEICTE child when deeioped wits prevnenpe dast Tyesta3.
Cedar Notes reports social and community events in Cedar including new births and families visiting. It mentions a baby born to Mr and Mrs Witham Stephens, a teaching winter in Lund, relocations and moves in the area, local meetings and fund drives for the Red Cross, attendance at church gatherings, and personal notices about residents and their families.
War time measures for child welfare are urged as part of Children’s Year. The Children’s Bureau calls workers to ensure safety and care for American children at home and abroad, aiming to save 100000 lives under five years old through better child care and facilities.
A kitchen fire ignited by an overheated page caused smoke and minor damage. Neighbors alerted by the blaze checked the scene and ensured the flames did not spread to rafters or other rooms. No serious injuries were reported.
A Delta resident, identified as a new repair chief for the general department of the local garage, arrived after unrelated delays and will be ready to work after completing initial duties. The report notes his prior experience and intent to oversee machine and equipment repairs.
The Berald of Dawalization held a Monday session to discuss several adjait waetite of qyseesments and related matters. Participants reviewed proposals and projected next steps for implementation.
Names and relationships appear among weekly social and business notices. Bice Lablue Rubinsen and Mrs Kay Booth of Geoyre are listed with family ties. Warner Mitchell County Clerk’s relatives are noted. advertising for Fog Lawrence appears. Findlay couple from Kanab plans a week stay. Findlay family will handle county business and personal matters during that time.
Notice from DR E SMITH Dontst urging workers or nearby residents in Parcwan and adjoining towns to report immediately. The message emphasizes completing tasks before departure and warns of potential delays if services are postponed.
Brangan plans to relocate her family from Malford to Pacopan for the summer. Mr Bronson will manage hay and farming duties while Brangan oversees work near the home in the western park area.
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