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Newspaper

Parowan Times

Location

Parowan, Utah, United States of America

Date

Oct 26, 1927

Page

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Tickets Named by Both Parties in City Election Field

Republicans and Democrats nominated a full slate for city offices. GOP names include Mayor John W. Bentley and councilmen Clarence Richards Oscar M. Lyman Jesse Guyman Edgar Benson with other posts decided by ballots. Democratic picks feature Walter C. Mitchell for Mayor and several council and treasurer candidates.

John W. Bentley Clarence Richards Oscar M. Lyman Jesse Guyman Edgar Benson Richard Beason Ray Morris James C. Robwinson Jr J.ward Edward Bentley Jess Guyman F. W. Hyatt James Green Arthur Joseph Anthony Paxton George Rasmussen J. A. Para Mamie D. Orton Dean Clark Gwen M. Gurr Mary L. Orton Miss Rasmussen Mr. Marsden Tirs Gurr Morris Lyman H. C. Parcells Durham Morris L. N. Marsden P. A. Clark George D. Mornla FP. A. Clark Walter C. Mitchell G. (. Mortensen Wm. J. Gurr Ivan Decker Silas Orton June Topham Retorder Roy Hyatt Mortensen Wm. J. Gorr Paul MM Adams Albert Adams Silas T. Orton Auncel Adams Detker Orton June Tophem Walter ©. Mitchell Polot-Blank L. J Adams Mitchell Wm. Adams Kate Taylor W. W. Mitchel Taylor Parkinson

Greetings from Elder Mitchell on first anniversary abroad

Brooklyn New York October 10 1927 Elder Mitchell writes home on one year away from home on a two year East mission. He details city and country postings in New York Brooklyn Jersey City Hoboken and Palmyra Canada and shares meetings with Reed Durham Milo Mareden Marsden and family visits in Parowan.

Brooklyn New York Gatea Ave East New York City Jersey City Hoboken New Jersey Journal Square Canada Hill Cemorah Palmyra Reed Durham Altthough Reed Parowan Brunswick Bays Milo Mareden Marsden Milo Jim

Spectacular highway to link Zion with nearby parks

Work begins on a grand road in Zion National Park to connect Bryce Canyon monument Cedar Breaks and Grand Canyon into a scenic loop. The project costs over a million dollars and will take two years, featuring a 6290 foot tunnel and six cliff galleries with views of East Temple West Temple and the Towers of the Virgin.

Bryce Canyon National Zion National Park Grand Canyon National Park National Park Service Hig Boogoon S'nawava Meghitude L. J. Hewes United States Bureau of Public Roads National Parks Bureau Pine Creek East Temple West Temple Zion Zlon Canyon Pine Creek Canyon Bryce Canyon National Monument Cedar Breaks Bryce Grand Canyon

Primary to Stage Hallowe'en Party in Relief Hall

The East Ward Primary schedules a Hallowe'en Party on Saturday October 29 in the Relief Hall. Children under nine meet at 2 30 in the afternoon while older youths gather at 7 in the evening. Admission is 1 and 2 cents with children urged to bring extra pennies. Officials will serve refreshments.

East Ward

Milford visitors sparking local greetings

Afr and Mrs Jasper Cartright arrived from Milford to visit relatives and friends for several days this week, sharing time with the community during their short stay.

Afr Jasper Cartright Milford

When Indian Summer Begins and Why It Is

An in depth feature by Elmo Scott Watson explores the origin and timing of Indian Summer. The article surveys theories about the season’s name and the unpredictable onset, offering readers insights on ending Summer and its mysterious timing.

the Times Elmo Scott Watson

Pendleton Notes Request Times For Schools Chief, Nurse

Mrs John H Pendleton asks the Times to send copies to Wa getah High School where her husband John is an instructor in the Mechanic Arts department She adds she has taken a night nurse position at Heber City hospital The note expresses interest in local happenings by good people here.

John H. Pendleton John Wagateh High School Heber City Hospital

Miss Huldah Mitchell Returns to Cedar City Winter Teaching

Miss Huldah Mitchell, teaching in Cedar City this winter, spent the weekend at home with her family and friends.

Huldah Mitchell Cedar City

Deer hunter brings home big cougar on grade

A hunter named Stuion Lyman reported bagging a large cougar the first of the week after spotting it on the Grade. No other details provided.

Stuion Lyman

Rex Loyd Visits Milford Family This Week

Mr Rex Loyd traveled from Milford to visit his mother and sisters this week. He arrived early in the week and planned a brief stay with relatives.

Rex Loyd Milford

Parowan Bus Incident Involving Mr John and Topham Jr

A report notes a Monday bus incident involving Mr John and Topham Jr as the transit event in Parowan this week.

John & Topham Jr Parowan

Visit From Salt Lake City Delights Local Family

Mr and Mrs N S Taggart Mr and Mrs J R Lindsley and Miss Josephine Mittchell motored from Salt Lake City to visit the Wm C Mitchell family. All except Drs Lindsley returned Sunday afternoon. She will stay a few days before returning home.

Street talk on party primary hints at officer resignations

After the Republican primary last Friday evening residents say several appointive officers may be ousted at year’s start. The chatter suggests they should start seeking a new place to light if the rumors prove true.

Milford visitor Cass Iy brakes for Cedar City railroad

Mr. Cassidy Root from Milford spent the week in town and at Cedar City. He was seen "braking" for the railroad project out of Milford while here on business.

Cassidy Root Milford Cedar City Cass

City Election Registration Deadline Approaches

The Times notes only one day remains to register before the fall city election. Voters are urged to check the official voter registry for their name.

Times Observes Twelfth Birthday in Home Town Paper

The issue marks No 1 Volume 13 as the paper celebrates twelve years since its 1915 start. Readers are invited to praise or criticize progress, and many subscriptions expire, with reminders enclosed for early renewals.

Tiaes Fpanel

Bandit Drama Impresses Parowan Cedar City Audiences

Washington County News praised Parowan's performance of The Bandit noting flawless acting and special mentions for W L Adams as The Bandit and Ralph Jensen as Uncle Henry. Cedar City audiences echoed the sentiment calling it one of the best dramas they had seen.

Terowan St. George Washington County News W L. Adams the Bandit Ralph Jensen Uncle Henry Cedar City

Logan People Give Splendid Recital in Logan

A Logan recital last Wednesday by Mr. and Mrs. L. J. Bailey assisted by Mr. and Mrs. Otto K Mehr and Mrs. S N Daniela drew a large audience. The Bailey duet and solo performances and Mrs Mehr’s piano solos impressed patrons who thanked the singers for an entertaining event. The Bailey party toured en route to the L D S Temple dedication in Mesa Arizona. A family gathering followed at Walter C Mitchell’s to honor the visitors.

L. J. Bailey Logan API Otto Kmehr SN. Daniela Salt Lake City Birs. Bailey Solog Bailey Mitchell Boys L. D. S Temple Mesa Arizona Walter C. Mitchell

Aged couple wed quietly at Matheson home

Friday evening last, David Matheson and Eliza beth Cummings, both long past seventy, were secretly married at the Matheson residence. Bishop H. L. Adams performed the ceremony for immediate family. The groom is a longtime local figure. the bride, sister of Matheson's former wife, came from South Africa years ago.

David Matheson Elizabeth Cummings Matheson Bishop H. L. Adams Aud L. N. Mareden Mr. Matheson South Africa Scotland

Armistice Day Boxing Bout Headliner for Local Events

Marion Whitney of this city and Charles Rendeau of Cedar City will headline a six round boxing bout for Armistice Day. The contract is set. $90 is split with the winner taking 54 or 60 percent and the loser 36 or 40 percent. The fight will be held at the Opera House as part of Legion led Armistice Day celebrations with additional events to be announced.

Marion Whitney Charles Rendeau Cedar City Legion Opera House The American Legion

Daughters of Figneers Set for Annual Election

The Daughters of the Pioneers will hold their regular meeting in Relief Hall next Thursday with the annual officer vote as the main order. A strong turnout is urged as the retiring officers include Amelia Burton the President and Jane Adams the First vice president among others.

Daughters of the Pioneers Amelia Burton Jane Adams Hazel L. Pendleton Fae N. Benson

Annual Educational Institute Set for Parowan Stake

The Annual L. D. and Educational Institute for the Parowan Stake will meet at the Cedar City Seminary building next Sunday October 30. Morning session at 10 for stake presidency bishops clerks religion class officers and teachers. Afternoon session at 2 for stake ward boards of education and priesthood officers with General Authorities from Salt Lake City expected.

L. D Parowan Stake Cedar City Stake Ward Boards of Education Salt Lake City

Missionary Farewell for Almon Orton Thursday Night

A missionary farewell party is planned Thursday night for Almon Orton who leaves soon for a mission with the LDS Church. He will join the Central States mission headquartered in Missouri.

Almon Orton L.dt. 8 Parowan West Werd Almond Central States Missouri

Marriage Licenses Issued to Four Couples This Week

The Clerk's office signed marriage licenses for David Matheson and Elizabeth Cummings of Parowan and for Wm. Robert Petty and Ella Gomez of Modena. Bishop Adams united the first couple and Bishop Marsden the second in ceremony.

David Matheson Elizabeth Cummings Parowan Robert Petty Ella Gomez Modena Bishop Adams Marsden

Hunters Return With Buckskins and Venison

A number of hunters have returned with buckskins while some are still away. The editor thanks Rex C. Ward and P. A Clark along with their spouses for generous portions of venison from their successful hunts.

Rex C. Ward P. A Clark Mr. Ward Mr. Clark

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Elder Mitchell Milly Zion Can Fran Utah Zoo-zoo Zion Canyon Rocksville Mukustuweap River Hallowe'en Party TIMES Daughters OF Figneers Chamber OF Commerce Court House
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