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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1931
Page
2
Mrs Kenneth Speirs travels to Vernal Linh on Dragon to collect mail but becomes ill and cannot return until Sunday. Subscriptions offered: one year advance two fifty, six months thirteen dollars, three months miscellaneous.
Site Bessie Noet and O B Cale der traveled to Balt Laka with Leon P Christensen last Tuesday. Mr Christensen left to attend a meeting of the state water storage mission. Miss facet will likely join Teman and attend this summer.
A local news note highlights an optimistic independent stance focused on Ashley Valley progress. The piece identifies the individual as a member of the Utah State Press Association and the National Editorial staff, signaling broad professional credentials.
Mark Hall a pupil at Utah High School sold wool at Idaho Falls on Wednesday receiving the highest price yet. He traveled there for a brief stay and plans to return soon.
New cars were brought in from Price for the Allen Chevrolet Company. The delivery included Rex York and Jess York, with Clinton Erickson and Henry Schafermeyer involved in arranging the shipment.
Mr and Mrs Lowe Ashton of Duchesne were in Vernal Saturday visiting Mr and Mrs Rae Ashton, sharing a brief family gathering.
Helen Henderson plans a two week visit to Price beginning Saturday or Sunday to stay with her sister Mrs Roland Lundquist.
Orfic made a quick call to Tri dell Monday when word came that Mrs Bart Merkley was not expected to live according to latest reports her condition wasImproving
Byron Collett of Manila came to Verna on Thursday the 18th to escort his wife visiting three weeks with her mother Mrs E J Young.
Miss Hazel Sowans has been elected president of the Sorusts sorority for next year at Utah State Agricultural College. Miss Sowarns is enrolled in the School of Home Economics at the college.
Mrs. Martin Curtis hosted a farewell dinner for Miss Merle Curtis on Sunday. Guests included Mr and Mrs Ernest John son Maryetta Freece Lawrence Wardle and George Brecksom. Miss Curtis plans to leave Vernal soon and begin a Salt Lake City to United States tour on April 6.
County clerk WL ton Murray issued licenses to Ralph Albert Worthen and Fysia Koslow of Roosevelt, Von Leon Fullmer of Roosevelt, and Venna May Boren daughter of Elmer Boren, with Duchesne listed.
Oooigy B. Bacon state engineer appointed Bo Cotten as water commissioner for the Uintah and Lake Forkers in the Latah basin succeeding H W Sheley, who had served the role by order of the federal district court in recent years.
Beebo Ee. Scout activities describe troops preparing for a court of honor at Maeser next Sunday night with Ovar Kirkham, regional director, as principal speaker. Special efforts aim to have every scout and scouter attend the meeting.
Uintah district representatives met with Flings Peak Duchesne Districts and A A Anderson of the Timpanogas council to select a site in Uintah canyon for a Boy Scout training encampment. It will run July 13 to 18 with camp craft nature study handicraft personal health and troop management instruction. The Big Springs area will be set aside for Scout use. shelter provided by Timpanogas council. daily camp fee one dollar per scout. troops must arrange transport and provide meals.
Marq foe Troop No 231 Masser has four projects to decorate their troop room led by Tienard Court as senior patrol leader and committee chair. A committee meeting was held last Wednesday at Lester Ding nam Flint Ward.
The readable text suggests a woman plays a movie hero and later returns to a husband, with confusion over love and loyalty. The fragmentary note mentions attempted reconciliation and unanswered questions about affection.
In a fifteenth century note, Spaniards in Ufá described a region as the tireal Unknown North while referring to their exploration of the Unknown Territory in the southwestern frontiers.
Mrs Muriel Wallis editor notes Mr and Mrs Rae Ashton had as guests Mr and Mrs George Albort, Mr and Mrs J T Albort, Mr and Mrs Heber Scowcroft, and Mr and Mrs Fletcher Scowcroft of Ogden. Visitors arrived Friday evening and left for home Sunday.
Duchesne County schools announced winners across grade levels in the annual essay contest with the theme Young Folks Do Something For Yourself and the Basin Through Education. Prizes were awarded to students from Mt Emmons Toka Roosevelt Duchesne Tabions Neola Upala and Duchesne high schools.
On Monday evening April 20 Miss Vera Johnson hosted members of the Second ward vaudeville act in Davis. After the show the cast were served a delicious oyster supper at Miss Johnsons.
Mrs Bryant Stringham entertained the Twentieth Century Club at her home on Saturday April 18. A discussion on Women in Geneva and Politics was given by Mrs J A Cheney and Mrs A A Drigman. Luncheon was served to fourteen members and one guest.
Officers and members surprised Mrs. Elsie Workman at her home on Thursday April 16 for her birthday anniversary. A notable afternoon featured homemade candy and many beautiful gifts. Mrs Irvin Eston Mrs W H Howard and Mrs J Olsen led the event.
The Utopia club gathered at Mrs W H Howatd’s home on Saturday April 19. Luncheon for ten members and two guests preceded a short business meeting. Mrs Abe Hatch reviewed Laughing Boy by Oliver LaForge. Next gathering at James Freestone’s home on Saturday.
The BP W club held a regular dinner on Monday April 20 at the Grill. Tables featured pastel sweet peas, orchid tapers, and place cards. The program included four talks on the Art Galleries of Europe by Hamilton Calder, a Vernon Collier vocal solo, and a Wanda Johnson piano solo. Hostesses were Mrs Lucy Rackham and Miss Pear Shatfer.
Bellville of Blackfoot and Hull of Twin Falls Idaho visited Vernal to push financing for the Maud Ellen drilling project aiming for the Pennsylvania sands at 7500 feet. Drilling down to 2400 feet with about 2000 dollars needed to finish, Idaho interests hold the stock and seek local capital for half of the remaining cost.
A 1930s bulletin outlines how diamonds support industry beyond jewelry, noting major industrial uses for diamond tools and components. It highlights that over half of mined diamonds go to industrial use, with the United States as a major consumer and Africa as a key source, alongside other regions such as India and South Africa. It also discusses declining mining returns and shifts in production.
Nominations for Uintah High School student body officers for 1931 32 were held April 20 with junior class candidates. Ballots will be cast soon and campaigns will run for positions including president and vice presidents along with secretary business manager yearbook and chief of police.
The Faculty women 4 league closed a very successful year with a party at Mrs Reed Morrill Airs Morris home. Assisted by Misses Marva Hudson Ruth Hart Coy Fife and Mrs Flora Cannon, twelve members and their partners attended. Guests marked places with miniature books and ink wells filled with candy. The evening featured bridge and five hundred. The league will resume activities the second week of the new school year.
The Imperial hall drew praise after Fridays event with a nine piece orchestra in formal dress. Afighiaceto led the dance as couples swayed to the rhythm and melody. Br Mignaccia lauded Vernal High School Juniors for decorations and the hall’s excellent size and management.
A banquet for Uintah County Teachers Association members was held at the Uintah high school on Wednesday the 15th. Din McConkie presided as toastmaster. The program featured vocal duets, a quartet, guitar accompaniment, and a broadcast from the high school. Principal Noble and Superintendent Olsen spoke, with dancing to close the evening and Miss Vers Calder credited for the banquet preparation.
The Inter class track meet at the high school on April 17 saw the Junior class lead with 46 points, Seniors 39, and Sophomores 14. Winners included Bill Farrar in multiple events and George Galloway securing several second places, with notes on upcoming pole vault and broad jump runs due to weather.
Classified item notes modern houses for rent or sale with ten years to pay option. Also offers a late model Ford Coupe for $15000 plus storage. See it at Lewis Motor Co Vernal Utah or write Harold Gibbons 1629 Byers Joplin.
Water from 12 noon to 7 pm for residents on the east side of First West Street with hose use prohibited. Violators will be prosecuted and have water shut off by order of the mayor and city council.
A listed assortment includes a steel range Hotpoint electric range ivory nine piece bedroom suite sectional lock cases sanitary cot and mattress a porch steel mattress overstuffed furniture wicker rockers a Victor radio and 200 records high grade Kimball files carved black walnut desk Chrysler car set Harvard Classics 56 volumes and other items such as dishes and garden tools.
A garbled note discusses a publicity man in a tight world seeking tools like a typewriter and camera, mentioning B Street Art Pook and a comparison to Washington Star in a fragmentary description.
A compact overview traces astral body as a term across traditions and eras. It notes connections to mediating the human form and spiritual appearance as defined by various philosophical and religious frameworks.
A popular delicacy in American markets absorbs about one million pounds daily in cream purchases, reflecting strong demand and steady supply chains across the country.
Charles Drago Moeant, owner of a restaurant in Homoe, swallowed 26 eggs in one minute 38 seconds and claimed a world record after HF Lredericks of Kier lirg ta reportedly previously ate 43 eggs in ten minutes. Patrons witnessed the feat as Drago set a new mark in egg swallowing.
In Russellville a hen takes over babysitting seven newborn pups after a dispute with a police dog named Fronta. Fronta objects but is pecked. Henry Penny protects the pups with quick pecks while Fronte sometimes chases the dog away. The scene unfolds as the hen acts as a caregiver to the litter.
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