12 Oct 1927
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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 12, 1927
Page
1
Local advisories alert hunters that deer season starts Thursday October 20, with rules on age limits and required safety attire. Officials urge responsible sport, report any dangerous activity, and note area closures including forest and canyon zones to protect wildlife and public safety.
A farewell gathering was held for Klas SMM Dalton and Wendl Bayles amid a city crowd. Speeches praised their service as they depart for Austrian and Western State assignments, wishing them success and happiness in new posts.
The county clerk reported marriages licenses granted to Elbit Gate Hambl'n of Kanab and Phylte E Jensen of Mfan th Cecil GB Gran oat Rivesem with C Rolingon of Paros wn Gi Grimshaw and Leona Armstrons o Enoch.
The feature describes Brother Jonathan seeking additional space as movement grows to move the capital to Washington. It references Uncle Sam and a plan involving government building and relocation maneuvers.
A fragmented report notes Gavoo delivering an interesting lecture praised for analysis of a book. The event included a short musical program by Cedar City talent with a baritone solo by Miles We and a duet by Myles Walker and South Macfarlane, as prepared by Clee Dix of the board.
The large Parowan production features Ralph O Jeno as Uncle Hey and Pancho Loy as bandit with supporting roles by Victor Wilkins Clarice Dalton Eliad Miteheil and others. The curtain falls with mixed crowd turnout and notes on the cast and crew’s effort.
The Cedar area Chamber of Commerce and local businessmen protest a new mail timetable set to take effect soon. They argue it shortens reply time, delays Cedar City mail to Lund, and harms Cedar St George Parowan Paragonah service while preserving limited evening options. A protest petition was prepared by a committee led by Durham Morris Clayton Mitchell and Clair Llutet after a chamber meeting.
The county school board discussed a comprehensive building program to ease crowding at Cedar City Parowan and other schools. Landscaping of school grounds at Fearowan Cedar City and Kanarra was approved in part with Emil Hansen's input. A contract with B A C for student housing outside Vurowan and Paragonah was signed, costing 13020 dollars.
Mrs Belle Ward Lemon, who has been visiting here for some time, left this week for her home in Southern California. Mr and Mrs Thomas Davenport welcome a new baby born last week. Mr Chester Stubbs starts as the new supervisor of freight deployment at Parowan Mercantile Co.
Mira A C Hatch attended a Parowan Schools function last afternoon with wives of male teachers, entertaining attendees and marking a community gathering.
Dr and Mrs Green returned from Denver where they spent weeks in city hospitals doing special work. They report a very successful trip and say they enjoyed their assignments.
Mr Ray Morley Nay of Phoenix visits for two or three days this week while Mr Nay writes insurance. Mr Nelson N. Thornton left yesterday for Salt Lake. Thornto is negotiating for the sale of his plain near Little Creek peak.
A large number of Parowan residents attended the Orpheum theater to see a general perform or speak, drawing local interest and curiosity about the event and its purpose.
Mr. Robert Davenport claims the half acre yield record in a poor potato year. He says he dug 200 bushels recently and has sold $20 worth from the latch while cattle are said to have destroyed or eaten at least 50 bushels. He asks if anyone else locally has harvested more from half an acre this year.
The P. A. C. Club hosted a Friday night gathering at Mrs. Scott Mitchell’s home in honor of Mrs. Mabel Clouse of Indiana visiting Mr. and Mrs. George Chilton. Guests enjoyed music and jokes by Happy Sam and colorful goral golas. A two course Innacheon was served before departure.
Mr and Mrs Thomas I Adams and their relatives travel from St George to Parowan then to Salt Lake City for a conference.
Mr and Mrs John F Brown and their party are staying a few days here and plan to return to their Southern California home by the end of the week.
Snowville Utah principal Glenn Tester asks about home events and happenings this season. The note appears in the Times seeking information on local affairs.
Miss Marla Perkins of Blanding Utah, a former student at the Parawen High School, is in Salt Lake City this winter likely attending school. She works for the Times to have the paper sent to her Salt Lake City address.
Mr. D. A. Matheson departed yesterday for Salt Lake City on a short business trip. He will meet colleagues and return soon with updates on the project.
Walter Ci and William Aitchell and their families are among those from this area who traveled to Salt Lake City for the conference at the end of the week.
Mr Herbert Eyre of Minersville visits Parowan this week to buy cattle from Mr Jim Howd of Beaver. The farmers discuss current feed conditions and dairy stock with present supply concerns.
Imprecise OCR notes that Jehp fl Toneen purchased the Thm property and Richard residency is filing, with family and others ready to move in this week.
Word reaches Parowan relatives that the Logan quartet including Mr and Mrs Lew Isailey and Mr and Mrs Mehr of Logan plus possibly Mr and Mrs Daniels of Salt Lake City will visit next Wednesday on their way to the Arizona temple dedication. They plan a free concert here with mixed quartets duets solos and piano numbers at the Tabernacle. Mrs Dailey a Mortensen Mitchell descendant will visit her relatives during the trip.
The Farowan Fast Ward Relief Society held an opening social on Wednesday October 5 in the East Ward building. Mrs Dottie Ward and Mrs Ivan Pecher led the Theology Department lesson on Some Doctrines of the Messianic Dispensation presented by Mrs Mabel Adams, followed by discussion and testimony.
Zion National Park reports a travel year close to September 20 with 24 263 visitors, an 11 percent rise from last year. The gain comes as visitors hail from all states, the District of Columbia, Hawaii, several countries, and many regions worldwide.
A local item notes criticism that settlers take over Indian lands after pine nut gathering falls short. The remark emphasizes disputed land use and asserts intrusion on Native territory as a pointed accusation.
City Council authorized punch boards prize drawings and similar tie ins after a verbal petition from local business men. The council directed the City Attorney to draft an ordinance and temporarily allow operations as if in effect. D A Matheson KR L Fenton Anne Joseph Thomas Frank E Taylor named as petitioners. Election judges appointed for Districts 1 and 2. Durham Morris of the American Legion asked to run Armistice Day events and approval was given. Students observed how to conduct meetings.
Elisa Ella C Robinson daughter of James C Robinson of Parowan Utah wed Gocit B Crane of Liverton Utah in the St George temple. The couple’s families have temple ties and the bride has been active in school and community life. They will reside in Rivertox for now as they begin married life.
Mr and Mrs L. Cruikshank of Montpelier Idaho visited Parowan during a wreck vacation. They toured Cedar Breaks and praised the景景 scenery from Parowan, with Mr Cruikshank noting the sun and Breska views. He served as City Clerk of Montpelier for about ten years and avoided party politics in local elections.
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