Thousands Celebrate Utah Strawberry Days Parade and Rodeo
Thousands of former Pleasant Grove residents gathered for the Utah Strawberry Day celebrations in a long running homecoming event. Floats from local businesses wards and civic groups led a colorful parade with queen and riding club entries. The rodeo opened with top acts and skilled riders while the band performances and announcer helped frame a well organized event. Local businesses and the Chamber of Commerce received praise for funding floats and supporting the festivities.
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Pleasant Grove
Utah
James D. Thorne
Bert Clark
Bessier Green
Helen Judd
Jewel Warburton
Pete Lagan
Doc I
Sorensen
Camas
Idaho
Ogden
Irwin Jensen
Kenneth Bird
Ihegin
Mitch
Strawberry Gas
Aml Com Mitlie
Pleasant Grove Chamber of Commerce
Two Local Boys Graduate From University of Utah
Benjamin G Walker and Leroy HB West graduate from the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. Walker earns a B S in Electrical Engineering from the School of Engineering and West earns a B S in Mechanical Engineering. The class marks the largest group of graduates to date.
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University of Utah
Benjamin G. Walker
Leroy HB
West
Foldaive
Salt Lake City
Walker
Mr West
Two More Parades Planned for Utah Strawberry Days
Two additional parades are scheduled for Utah Strawberry Days. The Friday 6 PM parade will duplicate Wednesday’s route, and the Saturday 6 PM livestock parade will feature Riding Clubs, Sheriff's Posse rodeo performers, and others interested.
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Utah
Sheriff's Posse
Hitchhiking Boys Overcome by Gas Fumes On Parade
Pleasant Grove youngsters, three sons of the Peay family and one son of the Johnsons, rode a queen’s float in a Wednesday evening parade. They crawled under and around the back of the float, carbon monoxide fumes left two boys semi conscious at the corner of Genter and First. Doctors treated the youths, who later recovered. a safety note urged extending exhausts and ensuring air for float drivers.
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Pour Pleasant Grove
Golden Peay
Fildon Johnson
Queen's Moat
Jay Johnson
Marvin Peay
Don Peay
Jaren Peay
Johnson Boy
Genter
J. W. Nixon
Provo
B.C Linebaugh
Peay
4 H Clubs Fashion Review Draws Local Girls
The 4 H Clubs of Lindon Manila and Pleasant Grove staged a fashion review last Thursday at Lindon trader Me's Viol ence Gillman house. Leaders included Joyce Jacobs Maxine Adamson and Margaret Meeks with music by Helen E. Wels and Charmane Iverson. Simplicity Pattern Company sponsored costumes and mothers attended as guests. Models listed include Nancy Warnick Jean Pulley Marilyn Monson Merna Monson Charmane Iverson Jerry Bradley Colleen Marrett Ins Meeks Margene Page Beverly Wright Betty Harriman Colles Allyed Carol Smith Darlene Bezzant Rosalie Richards Arle Slater.
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Lindon
Manila
Pleasant Grove
Gillman
Joyce Jacobs
Miceling
Maxine Adamson
Margaret Mucks
Maryr Wilker
Helen E. Wels
Simplicity Pattern Company
Roap
Jenieve Poulson
Margaret Meeks
Joyce Remington
Reading
Joyce Barton
Beverly Wright
Nancy Warnick
Jean Pulley
Marilyn Monson
Merna Monson
Charmane Iv
Marriage Plans Revealed By Parents
The engagement of Carol to Glenn Miller son of Mr and Mrs Loyd Miller of American Fork is announced. Nuptial vows will be spoken on the 24th with a wedding reception planned for June 25 at the First Ward Assembly Hall.
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HoWah
Warnite Iaphouhee
Carol
Glenn &. Miller
Loyd Miller
Aguerican Fork
Nuptia
Salt Lake Girl Weds Ben G Walker in Delta Pi Nuptials
Ruth Woods of Salt Lake City marries Ben G Walker son of Mrs Josie Walker in a ceremony at Alpha Delta Pi Sorority House Salt Lake City Saturday. A reception for 200 followed and the couple plan a brief honeymoon in the canyons of Southern Utah and Arizona before moving to Fort Wayne Indiana for Mr Walker's General Electric Plant job. Local relatives join in the celebration.
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W. D. Woods
Salt Lake City
Ruth
Ben G Walker
Josie Walker
James H
Alpha Delta Pi
Weber cl Iting
Utah
Arizona
Fort Wayne
Indiana
Mr. Walker
General Electne
Loral
Josin G. Walker
Leo RB. Walker
Garland
Charles Walker
Thomas Waller
Americart Forts
Willism Gogarty
Springville
J. ¥. Walker
LaMar Mayle
Magia
Orville Larson
Kaysville
Ley Music
Mrs Murphy Hosts Sociability Club Evening
Mrs Murphy hosts Sociability Club gathering on Thursday with Mrs Mona Faye Murphy. Luncheon was followed by prizes won by Mrs Joan Hippnel and Mrs Mary Wadley. Bingo went to Mrs Lilly Mills. Other guests included Mrs Leal Holman Vers Waikey Mrs Billeabeth Partridge and Mrs Arena Atwand.
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Sociability Club
Mona Faye Murphy
Oridge
Joan Hippnel
Mary Wadley
Lilly Mills
Leal Holman
Vers Waikey
Bille Abeth Partridge
Arena Atwand
Farmers May Contact Office To Get Laborers
Farmers may contact the unemployment service to hire laborers. The article notes that men and women in school and out can sign up for farm labor during the season. Mrs Shields in the city handles the listings and farmers withers may apply.
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Afra
Whit Shielin
Lovsleaor
Cerin Wabi Hasanor
Evi
Fairy Lehor
Shields
Funeral Honors John Visitor and Mrs Partridge in Local Gathering
A Saturday observance honored John Visitor, with E Nelson England noted as host, while Mrs Elizabeth Partridge was the honored guest at a Wadley home gathering. Attendees included Merlyn and Clifton Wadley, Dean Atwood, Fred Keetch, Wayne Holman, and Claude Murphy, who shared a supper after presenting Partridge with a bedspread. Burial for John W.B. Nelson followed a LDS service with tributes to faith and life, speakers Neal Fugal and Junius West, music by Alene Rasmussen and others, and pallbearers including Nelson sons-in-law Shelby and Kenneth Nielsen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Elizabeth Partridge
Merlyn Wadley
England
Clifton Wadley
Dean Atwood
Fred Keetoh
Wayne Holman
Claude Murphy
Mona Williams to Wed Local Man in Provo
Mona Williams of Provo will marry L Ru fdeksart, son of Mr and Mrs Jackin of this city, in a June 18 ceremony at the brides parents home in Provo with the bishop of the Pioneer ward officiating. A pre nuptial shower will be held June 17 at the Third ward recreational hall and an informal party is planned June 16.
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Yas Willams
Provo
Wuehter
Mona
L Rufdeksart
Jackin
Pioneer Ward
Leon Jackson
Third Ward
Williams
Helga Judd Graduates From Nursing School
Helga Judd daughter of Mr and Mrs Ray Judd graduates from LPS School of Nursing this year. Graduation exercises were held in Kinesbury Hall on Wednesday evening with family and friends in attendance.
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Helga Judd
LPS
Scriool
Wurning
Misa Helga Judd
Ray Judd
Thes!ity
Kinesbury Hall
Jane
Mass
Jeniel
Bernast Charinkus
Nugneer
Cait Toe
Kate Oretees
Visiting kinfolk weekend in town with Mr and Mrs M
A fragmentary note reports visiting relatives Mery Marearry Dondibiat arriving with their Tagents sbi crantpns res Mr and Mrs M. The message references a small gathering this weekend and mentions family ties and distant connections.
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Mery Marearry Dondibiat Ani
Yeing Gon Kort
Sbi Crantpns
M- 1
Fadinall
Pleasant Grove May Seek A County Commissioner Post
In 1919 1920 Pleasant Grove debated the need for a local commissioner to aid civic growth. Frank B Newman county Democratic chairman urges all delegates to attend the June 19 county convention at Praya High School where the Democratic commissioner prospect of Burton H Adams faces elimination before the primaries.
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Waulley
Pleasant Grove
Frank B. Newman
Praya High School
Les
Burton H. Adams
Samuel Kirk Family Enjoy Get-To-Gether
On Memorial Day the Samuel Kirk family held a cheerful gathering at Joseph and Merius Kirk Ash’s home. Attendees included Leonard and Annie Briley with Salt Lake City kin, numerous Kirk relatives from multiple states, and guests sharing social games and a luncheon.
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Samuel Kirk
Joseph and
Merius Kirk Ash
Leonard
Annie Kirk Briley
Salt Lake City
A. Kirk
William Kirk
Lee Kirk
Hiawatha
Lyle Kink
American Forks
Peral Kirk
Ross Smith
Bertrand Kirk
Kirk
Vernal
Herbert Stoener
Hamilton
Montana
Elaine Brimley
George McNees
Warren Kirk
Emmeline Kirk
Joseph Ash
Archie Boren Honored On Anniversary
On Thursday evening Archie Boren was honored at a family dinner party at his home. The event was arranged by Mrs LaVell Boren and Mrs William Rut t, hostesses for the occasion. A large birthday cake and gifts were presented, with table games and prizes for Grant Adamson and Archie Boren Jr. Attendants included Mr and Mrs Archie Boren, Mr and Mrs LaVell Goren, Mr and Mrs Willan Butt, Mr and Mrs C. L. Swensen, Mr and Mrs Grant Adamson, Mr and Mrs Glen Boren, Mr and Mrs Joe Boren, Mr and Mrs Lloyd Boren, and Mrs Verona Kirk.
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Archie Boren
LaVell Boren
Wiliam Rutt
Prive
Grant Adamson
Jack Boren
Archie Bboy
Arciie Boren
LaVell Goren
Willan Butt
C. L. Swensen
Glen Boren
Joe Boren
Lloyd Boren
Verona Kirk
4 H Club Formed Under Mrs Wells Guidance
A group of girls organized a 4 H Club directed by Mrs Helen Wells. The first meeting was at her home. Officers elected include President Jerry Bradley Vice President Mary Winters Secretary and Treasurer Joyce Barton Organist Beverly Wright cheer leader Mary Lou Morgan and Carol Christensen served on a committee with Darlene Beezart and Pal Millman.
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Helen Wells
Batle Bey Y Wright
Local Family Seeks Aid After Disputed Estate
A fragmentary notice shows Mra San Grider and Canty Burge seeking help regarding a legal matter with their parents in Utsh. Mrs Range and an unnamed party are mentioned as unavailable or absent, with other relatives reportedly unable to assist.
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Wss
Rose Radmal New Legion Auxiliay Pres
On Sunday evening June 4 at 750 Alpine Grill the American Legion Auxiliary installed new officers for the coming year and initiated several new members. President Arvilla Flarvey presided. Installation was conducted by Mrs Tete Banks who pinned the past president’s pin on retiring president Mrs Harvey. New officers include Rose B Radman president, Vella Liston 1st Vice President, Ida Pierson and Fern Smith vice president, Birdie Gray historian, Mie Jacob sergeant at arms and color bearer, Ruth Gourley chaplain. New members: Mrs Kate Jacobs Joyce Jacobs Maxine Wharton Mrs Jacob Mary Loader Vella Liston Ruth Gourney Wanda Moliner Shirley Clawson.
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Alpine Grill
American Legion Auxiliary
Arvilla Flarvey
Reva West Ahtman
Tete Banks
Harvey
Rose B. Radman
Vella Liston
Ida Pierson
Fern &, Smith
Birdie Gray
Mie Jacob
Ruth Gourley
Kate Jacobs
Joyce Jacobs
Maxine Wharton
Ms. Jacob
Mary Loader
Ruth Gourgney
Wanda Moliner
Shirley Clawson
Old Folks Outing Set for June 16 at Am. Folk
The Old Folks Outing invites all residents aged 60 and over to attend on Wednesday June 16 at Am. Folk. Widows and widowers are special guests. A program starts at 11 and luncheon at 12 80. Transportation help available via ward chairpersons Glen Matthews Frank Walker Clarence Rasmussen Sam Brady and Grove ward. call if you cannot contact your ward.
Spot Robbed Tuesday Night For $500 Est Loss
A Tuesday night robbery at the Spot resulted in an estimated loss of about $500. Per proprietor Harry Hendrivlsom, the thief or thieves took roughly $100 in cash and $200 in merchandise, including three watches a 22 caliber pistol rings and other small items. The break in followed an unlocked doorway accessed via a removed helley Verndon.
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Tnin
Harry Hendrivlsom
Ahelley Verndon
Merrymakers Meet With Mrs Glen Gilbert
Mrs Glen Gilbert hosted a luncheon for the Merrymakers and guests on Thursday evening at Lehi Table games followed by prizes won by Mrs Grant Adamson and Louise Brimhall. Other members attending included Mrs Ronald Price, Mrs Joseph Larsen, Mrs Norman Stott, Mrs Quan Garrett, Mrs Dale West, Mrssein Jones, Mrs Marvin Radynatll, and Mrs Bart Giles.
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Strs
Glen Gilbert
Rulon Howe
Louise Brimhall
Allen Fowler
Lehi
Grant Adamson
Lowise Brimball
Ronald Price
Joseph Larsen
Norman Stott
Qun Garett
Dale West
Sein Jonse
Marvin Radynatll
Bart Giles
Modernettes Meet Mrs. Fern Maxfield
A club gathering described with names such as Mildred Ferre, Mary Jacobs, and Mrs Mary Varney. The event highlights led by Mrs. Fern Maxfield included planned activities and social interactions.
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Fern Maxfield
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Doc J. C. Sorensen
Doc
Salt Lake
Ben G. Walker
Mrs. C. Murphy
John Visitor
E. Nelson
John WB. Nelson
LDS
Neil ¥. Pagal
Alene Rasmussen
Malcolm Christianser
Eimily Pedersen
Joseph S. Walker
Neils Fugal
Mr. Nelson
Junius A. West
Jesus Christ
Torus
Warren Kiel
Jennie Gleason
A. R. Overlade
Fugal
Gleason Sane
Milton Adamson
Lewis Olpin
Shelby Nielson
Kenneth Nielson
Charles Nelson
Edward Coltharp
James Oleson
John Piocho
Mona Williams
Red Cross
Fat County Red
Grove
Rose Radmal
New Legion Auxiliay Pres
Nahi Weird
Pals
Yen Ceetani
Pro Koide
Mildred Ferre
Mary Jacobs
Max Pipli
Mary Varney
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