17 Nov 1950
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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1950
Page
1
Fragments recount Parowan and Iron County settlers facing winter hardship and pioneering memory. Notes include local history by a county historian, reminiscences of fort life, early settlers, missionary elders, school year start, and community events as the centennial timeline unfolds.
Iron County Commissioners at the monthly meeting appropriated 600 for the Centennial Committee and reasserted prior appropriations. Members Adams Bulloch and Clerk were confirmed to lead future planning, with tentative budgets and hearings on deck for December.
An explosion from an off furnace at the Ram Canfictionary damaged a large plane class window in the building. No injuries or further damage were reported. Witnesses say no warning preceded the blast and debris fell, though several people were present and escaped unharmed.
Parowan residents mark a 55th anniversary with adult education classes organized by a local couple. The event centers on PTA leadership, community course offerings, and plans for fall sessions funded by state and private sources.
A community social will honor servicemen with a farewell gathering featuring performances and local participants. Includes relatives and friends invited to attend at the Wheel We Three Peep venue, with tributes from Pieter Rowles, Alien Adame, and Adame Eugene among others.
A garbled OCR excerpt describes deer, people named Althinei and Giese, and a tense scene with decisional actions. The text includes stray phrases about allies, a wife, and a sudden walkout, with unclear chronology and many unreadable segments.
Nov events include veterans meeting on the 23rd, craft and field activities by SLA and Weert Ward, and a Harvest ball on the 27th. District scout meeting also on the 27th with leadership sessions, Pioneer and Young Farmer gatherings scheduled through December with camp meetings in the afternoon and evening.
Rex Prothero a former resident of Patagenah and his two sons Van aged 10 and Merton aged 8 suffered serious injuries in a head on collision last Monday evening. Rex sustained chest injuries a crushed chest six broken ribs head injury and required immediate surgery. Van and the other driver were treated for multiple injuries. The youngest son was released with minor injuries. The accident was blamed on a severe shift in the other vehicle with a young serviceman driving.
Mrs Win U Thornton selected as Lady of the Week by local peers. The tribute notes her decades of care for children and devotion to community service, with the undaunted role she plays alongside fellow caregivers and church friends.
Local residents share busy week with Salt Lake City trips and hospital notes. Mrs Tinkler underwent gall bladder surgery in Ogden after a long trip, while Verio Heap faces a serious condition in Iron County Hospital. Warron Halterman recovers from a major operation, and Scott Orton’s leg healing at Dixie Springs brings relief after 18 months.
Rath Lyman was crowned winner of a local oratorical contest held Saturday in the First Ward hall. Contestants presented addresses before judges from the American Legion and civic groups, with Lyman praised for poise and clarity.
East Ward reports a strong response to the Children’s Friend subscription drive with 56 memberships secured among primary age children and teachers showing enthusiasm despite incomplete figures from the Weee Ward. Residents hope for continued support as last year’s efforts are remembered.
The Literary club held its regular meeting on Wednesday night with Mr. Jean Nenderikson reviewing Pearl S. Bick's Pavilion of Women. Mrs. Georgia BR. Mitchell hosted 15 members and a discussion on China life and history was planned for December 4 at Eva Adams’s home led by Fae Benson, Alice Larton, and Margaret Orton.
After five regular meetings, the Tri-H club elected officers to direct activities for the year. Aly Regsnt, Ger Alpen Wie, Cartwright, Lavinia Adams Sen, and others were named. The group meets weekly, with plans including a Halloween party and a theatre outing.
Graveside services were held at noon Thursday at Beaver for the infant son of Hurolt and Marilon Topham Hradshaw. The child died at birth in Iron Co Hospital on Thursday. The Hradshaws’ daughter stays with grandparents J Leonard and Mrs Topham in Poragensh during the mother’s hospital stay.
Frank Matheson weighing 7 pounds 4 ounces arrived at Utah Valley Hospital on Armistice Day for Don and Beverly Mathe son. Grandparents include Mr. Frank Matheson of Kanab and Mrs. Miriam Moore. Another grandson, Reed Orton Grover, born to Reed and Lewen Orton Grover of Cedar City, with family details noted in Parowan and Cedar City.
Fragmented OCR text describes a public meeting with scattered phrases about dates times and attendance. Mentions local residents, a special merge, and a planned event or sacrament. Limited coherent facts due to garbled wording.
Christine Jense led the True Color Photo Contest at Peeps Theatre with support from judges including Paul G. Rotgermang and Wayne Burt. Children entered from Oregon and surrounding areas, with prizes awarded to several youths and families as the exhibition continued through the venue.
A community centennial event outlines a celebration with schedules and activities. Leaders promise an inclusive program, registration details, and adult classes. The notice urges all residents to participate and support local efforts to foster unity and future development.
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