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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1922
Page
8
Today and tomorrow April 6 mark the 15th anniversary of our declaration of war with Gaormany. The observance notes the long conflict and reflects on national resolve amid memory of the early days of hostilities.
Alfred Powella remains bedridden at his Naples residence due to high blood pressure, with his physicians monitoring his condition and advising rest as the cause of his illness.
The Vernal Flat ward carries out ceiling plastering in the assembly room and repapering across all rooms, with extensive kalsomining work noted. Local crews oversee the refurbishment and safety checks as improvements proceed.
Mr and Mrs M Robert Johnston, who spent the winter flying at Jensen, have returned to their home in Vernal.
Residents Joseoph and Duyhley report from Jensen that crops are not yet planted and wheat is late. Ile notes that usual wheat rain is expected by April 10th, indicating a delayed farming season in Jensen.
President A G Goodrich planned to attend the general conference in Salt Lake City but illness prevented the journey. The trip was canceled due to sickness affecting his travel.
Larry Clift from Brush croak fell at the Cottage hotel and died while Mrs Clift waits at his bedside during his illness. The incident occurred Monday as friends and family learn of his passing amid his long fight with sickness.
As the weather permits, residents repair fences and clean yards while nearly all boys are glad for a few days respite from the chores.
A fine baby girl was born Friday, March 31 to Mr William Mort, the first child in ten years. The proud father, a friendly neighbor, greets friends with a smile as the family shares the happy news.
Parley P Merkley arrived Saturday from the Rainbow mine where he had been for some time A fine life was lost during the trip and later found in Jensen local police report notes a missing item tied to the mine voyage
Engineer T. C. Parker left last week for Salt Lake City to enter a hospital again for medical treatment. Parker was injured while in the service for the United States.
Joe Winward of the John N. Davis place in Davis ward was kicked in the stomach by a horse on Monday. He sustained only painful injuries and is reported getting along well.
Heber Langston, the father, recently died of pneumonia. The two newborn daughters weighed 7 and 8 pounds, and the mother reported both babies are doing fine.
Attorney Thos W O'Donnell and Dr NM Garret O'Donnell left Saturday by stage for Lava Hot Springs Idaho. Later Mr and Mrs O'Donnell will go to California for a visit. They expect to be away about a month.
William H Siddoway arrived Friday via Watson from Salt Lake City on business. Siddoway was deputized to take Leo Pritchett to the penitentiary after Pritchett was sentenced by Judge Hansen for cattle theft.
A storm brought heavy rain Tuesday night and into Wednesday in Vernal followed by snow Thursday morning covering the ground and giving a wintry start to the day.
Native group plans annual Bear dance at Whiterocks with events slated Saturday and Sunday though bad weather could delay dates and details remain uncertain.
A large audience attended the Sunday evening M I A conjoint meeting at the Second ward chapel. Porter M Goodrich, recently returned from a mission, was the speaker and received attentive interest from those present.
The statements of the Bank of Vernal and the Uintah State Bank at close of business March 20 1922, published in this Express issue, indicate the strong condition of the two financial institutions we are proud of.
Harold Davis has returned home Friday from the Watson section after several months away with the flock. Mr Davia reports the sheep look well this year and the wool is better than usual. He will stay in Vernal for a week or ten days.
Superintendent H S Olson travels from Puerday to Salt Lake City to confer with the State Superintendent on details for establishing the Junior High school in nnah County. He will also attend sessions of the general conference.
During Monday street work a sweep attached to a stump snapped free and struck a horse, badly injuring it and nearly severing its leg. The team, led by Henry Retch Marscal Miller, was forced to kill the animal.
Warrants for the March allotment of the State district school fund were issued from the office of Mark Tuttle. Uintah district reports 3030 pupils and receives 27423.50 dollars while Duchesne district with 2856 pupils gets 25846.80 dollars. The State total is 130,868 dollars and warrants totaling 1,185,720.61 are sent to the districts.
A fragmentary line in a school gossip snippet questions the fuss over the Junior Prom. The text offers little context beyond teasing the event’s importance among students.
City officials discuss tighter expenditure control as Mr Henderson reports a budget plan. Hoy Wahlquist and Oswald Jensen seek permission for a sidewalk from the academy to the Stake house via donated labor. Grants would cover supervision and blasting powder costs. Clive Davin and Roy Lee seek city support for a grain maintenance group. The Fair Association requests road access to the fair grounds after Mr Ruple closes the street. canal company relations and ditch cleaning are also addressed.
The survey crew of the Uintah Railway company began the Baxter pass tunnel survey on Tuesday. Construction for the Watson to Little Bonanza extension will start soon. Several Vernal men will travel to Watson to join the surveying crew as helpers.
Federal Road Engineer Mr Young of Ogden will inspect about April 20 to take over the road project from city limits to the canal. He has been seeking info from Frank Davig and Manager J. lis about the government star route, who reported the road’s terrible condition out of Vernal. Young indicated work would start at the city limits and proceed toward the canal as possible.
A full attendance of county commissioners met Monday to transact routine business. Treasurer W S Henderson was authorized to pay 8000 from the county sinking fund on the Jail and Bridge bonds due 1921 but maturing 1932. They held 8000 remaining but will not retire them yet. The Jail and Bridge bonds were for 16000 and the Jensen Bridge bonds were 38000.
Frank L Davis of Peppard Seed Co says a bright future awaits alfalfa seed ventures in Utah. The plan aims to contract Ashley valley farmers for seed, build a $55000 seed cleaning plant, and seed output targets 20000 acres across Vernal Uintah Basin Roosevalt Myton Ashley valley with last year’s Millard county yield at 4 5 million pounds and Utah accounting for one seventh of national alfalfa seed production.
Lloyd Byron Moyes, the eleven year old son of Mr and Mrs B Moyes, died of pneumonia at Dee hospital in Ogden on Saturday, April 1. Funeral services were conducted Sunday at the Third Ward meeting house in Ogden by Bishop Howard Jenkins. The Moyes family had lived in Vernal for years before moving to Ogden last fall for their tailoring business.
The Vernal Camp Woodmen of the World launches a recruitment campaign in April and May to grow its local camp from 150 members to about 300. The effort focuses on inviting eligible men to join and support community service.
A marriage license was moved Thursday to Wallace W Southam and Misa Nellie Hunting, both of Naples. They will be married in the Salt Lake Temple.
Society notes show the Bachelor Girls club paused meetings due to weather and illness but held engaging sessions in March and April. Topics included American Pioneer Prose Writers, Japan, diversified planting versus single planting, and Dutch Masterpieces. Members showed interest in the Home Beautiful movement and planned to grow flowers this summer.
A Friday night concert under Prof W H Burgener drew praise despite heavy rain that kept some away. The band and orchestra showed marked improvement with several pieces pleasing the audience. The standout number featured trombone Rulan Bartlett and violinists Eina Cooper and Prof Burgener.
At Mondays Legion Auxiliary gathering the largest attendance in history was present. Officers were elected led by Miss Louise Jorgensen as president and Louise Woodbury joining as a new member. about 300 women are eligible for membership with a pledge to recruit one new member by the next meeting.
A baby girl named Nelta was born to Mr and Mrs Howard B Woolley on Friday March 31 and died Monday. After a prayer service at home a brief burial was held at Vernal cemetery with Bishop George E Wiking presiding. A quartet sang during the service and Ashley Bartlett dedicated the grave.
The Junior Prom, long the year's highlight for students and many outsiders, will be held Friday April 14. A steely time is promised for attendees and patrons are urged to support the event.
Help wanted for office clean up duties at 28tf location. Seek rags and cloth scraps in good condition. Apply in person to supervisor.
Kelly entertained the Thalia club March 21st with a program of music and readings led by Mira Ella Cook. The discussion focused on The Time Beautiful, urging members to join the American Legion Auxiliary effort to beautify the home and surroundings. A fine lunch followed as attendees departed.
At a Tuesday meeting the Commercial Club Auxiliary outlined spring projects for the public camp ground including Dutch ovens for campers and building a community house with hot and cold water. They will oversee Boys and Girls club work this year through local leaders. Mrs C J Neal met county officials to discuss the plan. Prizes will be offered to aid the fair's success, as last year.
The Witbeck Post American Legion will not observe the German war anniversary on April 6 but will hold exercises at the regular meeting April 8. Throughout the year the Legion observes eleven days including Lincoln's Birthday February 12 and Memorial Day May 30 with special observances planned for Mother's Day Memorial Day and Flag Day.
The Witberk Post has secured ceremonial badges for the Post Commander Post Vice Commander Post Adjutant Post Treasurer Post Chaplain and Post Sergeant at Arms. A flag fold badge is also included. The post lists two Commanders Representative I Sander and Dr George H Cruikshank while Dr HE Rich becomes First Commander.
Only paid up members of the American Legion are entitled to wear the badge and emblem. The Legion badge and buttons are now in and can be secured from William Collyer, the Post Finance officer.
The American Legion holds its regular meeting Saturday night April 5 with ceremonial affairs in addition to standard business. The Legion Auxiliary will join after the meeting for a social session.
Special Agents J A Ramses and C W Wells from Salt Lake City attended the United States land department contest hearings in Roosevelt. Ruby Sutherland’s desert claim proceedings were canceled due to absent interested parties. William Mantle of Jensen also testified on his desert claim. the matter was taken under advisement. Also items note rental ad and a remedy promotion from the Junior Prom.
Sealed bids for sprinkling of Ver nat city streets for the season of 1922 and hauling of garbage will be received until Wednesday noon April 19 1922. The City Council reserves the right to reject any and all bids. Hes Walter Woolley City Recorder.
We express sincere thanks to all who by act word or deed helped us bear our sorrow at the death of our daughter Nella our first born. Mr and Mrs Howard B Woolley
A recruitment push advertises reduced initiation fees from 1000 to 500 for a limited period. It urges immediate action during Creek days at today and tomorrow and promotes half-rate membership drive with the W. O. W. act at once.
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