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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 15, 1921
Page
6
J C Melville, chief engineer for the Flamborger Interesta, spent a few days in Vernal this week visiting local facilities and discussing project progress with engineers and officials.
Dick Eaton left for Salt Lake City Friday and returned Monday with the car he had left there last fall.
Report indicates the gilsonite mines near Watson are set to reopen in the near future, signaling renewed activity in the mining sector and potential local employment growth.
Attorney Ray Dillman arrived Wednesday on legal business, traveling from Hossevelt to attend matters requiring his professional services.
James Richardson and his wife and family came back Tuesday from Sunnyside where Richardson has worked in the mines.
Theodore and John Collier have returned home after an extended period of work in Sunnyside. Their time there concluded with their departure from the assignment and arrival back home safely.
Cathler N. J. Meagher of the Tank of Vernal and W. H. Coltharp left Friday for Colorado points to be gone several days.
On Sunday April 10 the ninth girl arrived at the home of Mr and Mrs Henry Williams. Mother and babe are doing nicely.
A brief notice announces remaining government seed packets at the Express Office. Citizens are urged to collect them to aid garden efforts.
The Miracle Man show presented by the Vernal First Ward at Inat Friday and Saturday was well received. A neat sum was raised for the fund supporting the new chapel.
Leonard Slaugh applied with the State Engineer for .02 second feet of water from Boon spring in Uintah county for watering purposes. The request seeks approval to divert a small stream flow to support irrigation needs.
The spot dance scheduled for Friday April 16 at the Orpheus has been postponed to Saturday April 16 due to other attractions on that date.
Citizens of Duchesne county will vote on a $50,000 road bond issue on April 36 1921 for construction grading repair and maintenance of roads.
The Willcox Academy presented a college style play to large crowds at Lapoint and Fort Duchesne last week drawing strong local attendance.
Miss Beatrice Twitchell left last Saturday for Scoville Utah to finish the year. She taught at Central school last winter.
Mrs George H Wearrison left Sunday for Salt Lake City to visit her parents Mr and Mrs James H Wallis for a family reunion on her father’s birthday April 13.
Nella Buhrman came to town last Wednesday as a business visitor. She has leased Harmond Seward’s place on Dry Fork and is living there now.
The bank pledges a mighty strong showing in its report, reinforcing its slogan Bigger and Stronger Than Ever as it previews a robust financial outlook.
Lewis Moore presents a single yolk brown Leghorn egg measuring 75-8 inches long and 6% inches around with a weight stated as 3% ounces. The egg is not the flat large egg laid by the hen.
Joseph M. Dudley of JensefY arrived in Vernal Monday evening from Salt Lake City where he attended conference. He says there was eight inches of snow there on Monday April 4.
A strong rainstorm swept the valley on Thursday night while nearby mountains were blanketed in snow. The snow dissipated within a few hours as conditions changed.
The Vernal Auto Company sold a new Dodge to Lewis Nace, an employee of Wong Sing's, at Fort Duchesne. This marks the second car sold by Manager Walter Barnes in the last two weeks.
Engineer Nile Hughes travels Saturday to Watson to meet Dr. David T. Day of the government Bureau of Mines. Day, a shale expert, prepared the initial report on Utah shale fields.
An exchange asks if parents know what their son is doing at school or at night away from home. It questions the truthfulness of parental awareness and suggests a scheme to uncover a hidden pattern of behavior.
County Clerk Charles A Hatch escorted several students to Roosevelt last Friday for field day and cheered for Uintah Academy participants. He noted Duchesne High School students appeared surprised by the events.
Lydia R Hardy sells farm land to Darrell St Johnson for 4500 dollars. Darrell R Johnson sells a town house and lot to Lydia R Hardy for 2000 dollars. Harrett Perkes sells a lot to Emily Jana Bateman for 100 dollars.
Joseph Marx Charles Taylor and A R Teeples of Lapoint were in Vernal on business Monday. Marx plans to move to Salt Lake City soon and will join the State Loan and Trust Company in the farm loan department.
Dr F J Batley of Portland Oregon with P C Dressel organize the Dressel Oil Shale corporation. The 2300 acre shale property lies near Watson and adjoins Reed Doylea oil shale patents filed at the recorder's office last week.
E. J. Young Jr. traveled Monday from Murray to his Vernal home. He plans to stay several days before returning to Murray for the summer.
The social committee led by Dr Hi E Rich of the Ver nal Commercial club plans a series of social events. A social dance is scheduled for Friday April 29.
Clark A. G Goddrich and Superintendent H Olson returned Monday from the State Superintendents conference in Salt Lake City. They report excellent meetings and valuable discussions on educational policy and statewide programs.
W N Preas assistant cashier of the Hank of Vernal was confined to his bed last Monday with an ulcerated threat. Getting some relief he was back on his job that Tuesday. Mr Meagher being away worked quite no hardship as all detail work depended on Mr Preas.
A. A. O. Brigman president of the Vernal Commercial Club and Raven Oil Company leaves Sunday for Salt Lake City to attend a regional oil men convention gathering delegates from Colorado Nevada Wyoming California and Utah.
W W Owens county agent lead er and fion R Eldredge dairy expert arrived in Vernal Wednesday. An enthusiastic meeting was held that evening at the Uintah academy but turnout was down due to a Vogue play same night.
Roger Horrocks of Neola visited on Wednesday and subscribed to the Express. He paid $600 for a Roan Durham bull to head his herd, believing the Durham breed best for the country. He notes a good dairy animal is not always needed, as beef sales provide value and he’s encouraged by the cattle outlook.
Mrs. Bessie Adams and her daughter Mrs. Dally Bonner took over the Traveler's Home hotel. Mrs. Jane Meadows, a former manager, has moved to Willow Creek. Adams, formerly of the Gem Cafe, is praised as an excellent cook and is expected to satisfy travelers.
Lowell Nelson 16 stepson of Lincoln Williams suffered severe injuries in a powder explosion on Brush creek last Tuesday. It is unclear if he was handling the powder or had curiosity when the accident occurred. His hands were flesh torn, his side badly bruised, and his face lacerated. He is not believed to have lost sight, though initial fears suggested eye damage. He is resting as well as could be expected.
Senator Reed Smoot introduces bills in this session seek to raise Vernal federal building cost from 650000 to 1000000 dollars and fund a Price public building at 60009 dollars. A separate measure would grant Fort Duchesne to Utah as a branch agricultural college and allow miners over 18 to homestead.
Uintah Railway, operating 63.09 miles between Mack Colorado and Watson Utah, filed its annual report with Utah Public Utilities Commission. Net income $104,292.52 on an investment of $2,264,193.29. Payroll lists 171 employees with nine officers earning $33,000 annually or more, total payroll $383,000.
Notable cast for the new Cecil B DeMille production of The Admirable Crichton at the Vogue on Friday April 22 includes Thomas Meighan as Crichton, Gloria Swanson as Lady Mary, Ian Keith as the servant, with Theodore Roberts, Raymond Hatton, Bebo Daniels, Mildred Reardon, Robert Calin, Edna Mae Cooper and Guy Oliver in supporting roles.
Long family returns from Oklahoma to Vernal as Mrs May Long and children Jim Ellen settle in. Uintah Railway crews bring in visitors including Dan Williamson, Major Hood named general manager, and M W Cooley departs. Several others travel to Grand Junction Glenwood Springs and Watson while the Watson sheep shearing plant works on ten thousand head for Mr Pounds.
The Thalia club met Thursday with many members attending. The program featured lectures on urban governmental tendencies and the community center, a piano solo, readings from Collier Classics, and songs by several members. A community singing session followed an elegant lunch hosted by Mrs. Lynne Strong with guests Mrs. Joseph Hardy Mrs. James Shaffer and Mrs. Adelbert Colton Jr.
Mr and Mrs Anton Strebel hosted a Tuesday evening party with guest of honor J. Winter Smith. Pink and white carnations decorated the rooms and music came from Miss Mima Davis Mrs J A Newland and George L Woodbury. Guests included numerous couples and the event closed with a two course luncheon at about 1:30. Mr Smith had arrived in Vernal from Helena Montana last Saturday and has been staying with the Strebels.
A group gathered Friday evening at A. B. Richardson’s home to surprise Joseph Hardy on his 73rd birthday. The event featured music, games, and a lunch, with performances by Belcher, Dodds, Cook, Lewis, and Bert Hardy. Attendees included the Hardy, Dodds, Richardson, Colton, Ward, and Ward White families among others.
The Amitta girls of Uintah Academy held a dance last Thursday April 7 at the Orpheus. A fair crowd attended and enjoyed the event. Decorations matched those used for the Junior Prom a week earlier.
Saturday night the Linger Longer Card club was entertained by Mrs Lynne Strong and Mrs Marie Ward who acted as hostesses. Four prizes were awarded to Mrs Marie Lewis, Mrs Adelbert Colton, Mrs S M Logan, and Bert Hardy. Music featured piano by Marie Lewis and guitar by Bert Hardy with Ben P. Kelly on minstrel bones. A delicious lunch followed many games and a cheerful crowd.
The Royal Neighbors of America met last Friday with Mrs Dave Hatch. After business and a social meeting Mrs Hatch served a delicious lunch. Those present enjoyed the afternoon and looked forward to another gathering hosted by Mrs Hatch.
Congressman Colton of Utah pledges a remedy for transportation costs hindering Uintah Basin producers. He argues rail and parcel post rates limit shipments from Vernal and Duchesne to markets like Price, seeking a reduced rate to save government costs and aid farmers and merchants. A Washington report notes post office officials see potential benefits but say current law blocks change.
Legal blanks for sale at this office are discussed as a means to authorize reduced postal rates. Mr Colton urges action and a department ruling is promised. possible new laws could grant the postmaster general discretion to grant lower rates in specific cases.
The Divinity and Embroidery club gathered at Mrs Johnny Pope's residence Wednesday evening for a work session. A delicious lunch followed hosted by Mrs Pope as Mr Pope performed several piano selections for the guests including Mrs Emery Johnson, Mr and Mrs Frank Siddeway, Mrs Butts, Mrs Miller, Miss Schofload Stephenson, Mrs J A Nowland, Nola and Besa Pope.
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