Vernal Milling and Lighting Co to Build Power Plant and Mill
The Vernal Milling and Lighting Company signs with Allis-Chalmers agent Frank Marcy to supply and install all machinery and have the mill running by mid September. Estimated total project cost reaches 35000 dollars, with 25000 subscribed so far. Stockholders include S R Bennison C S Carter I Benion W H Siddoway W Woolley and others. Directors are S R Bennison president C Carter vice president J K Bullock treasurer W H Siddoway manager and J C Bates director.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernal Milling and Lighting Company
Allis-Chalmers Company
Frank Marcy
Ashley Gorge
Vernal
Ashley Co-op
Chris Iverson
Geo Heslop
R Bennion
C. 8. Carter
Sarah Coltharp
W.H Coltharp
Isaac Burton
Enos Bennion
W. H. Siddoway
W. Woolley
E D Samuels
W H Burton
Y. P. McConkie
A. A. Hatch
Leslie Ashton
J K Bullock
Elias Winn
John ©. Bates
Jos. A. McKee
Herbert Tyzack
Dan H. Hillman
Thos J. Johnston
Geo E. Young
Elen J. Young
T. C. McNeill
Ed F. Harmston
Thos W. O’donnell
M Garrett O’donnell
John L. McConkie
Nelson Merkley
J. K. Murray
J. M. Griffin
W. 5
Henderson
T. J. Caldwell
S R Bennison
C . Carter
J. K. Bullock
W. H. Siddeway
J. C. Bates
Extermination urged for hares in Ashley Valley
George A. Slaugh argues that the burgeoning hare population in Ashley Valley devastates fruit trees and crops, draining resources. He recommends a bounty to curb the pest, noting the animal harms orchardists, blanketly harming prosperity and offering little utility.
Pelican Lake Reservoir Proposed Near Green River
County Surveyor B O Colton surveyed a 2000 to 3000 acre natural reservoir named Pelican Lake in township 7 south range 20 east about three miles west of Green River at Baser's bend. The plan, by Vernal men including W A Taylor and others, aims to drain with an eighteen foot cut, fill the lake with Uintah water, build a hotel, operate boats for a pleasure resort, and irrigate desert land below. A protest was filed against two or three desert land entries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
B O Colton
Messrs
W. A. Taylor
Robt. Doak
J. B Roark
L N. Shanks
A L. Gray
Dan Lubberts
Pelican Lake
Green River
Baser’s Bend
May Day Program at Opera House Promotes Socialists
The May Day program at the Opera House features lectures and songs including Fail Columbia and Jesus once was a child. A minstrel part, 20 cartoons, a May Day farce The Blue Lake, and a 25 cent benefit dance follow, with free refreshments and entertainment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Opera House
Columbia
Meredith
Miss McCarrol
R H. Smith
Thomas Weir
Swain Brothers Mandolin Club
Planetat
Blue Lake
St. Patrick
Partnership Dissolution Notice From Alabama Smithy
A historic notice on the smithy door announces the dissolution of a local partnership between two blacksmiths in an Alabama town. The message directs all debts to be settled with Mose Jenkins and states the firm’s obligations will be settled with him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alabama
Kopardnership
Mose Jenkins
Formidable Bent Pin Sees Class Divide in Pin Society
A nickel plated safety pin scorns a bent pin, claiming superiority. The ordinary pin retorts that some have studied in the foremost schools and colleges, highlighting a social clash among pins.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Huht
Vernal Book Store Showcases Finest Candy Display
After 30 years of refining taste and investing heavily, Allin invites the public to visit the Vernal Book Store to view a premier assortment of candy and penny goods, promising the best in general and special demand treats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Allin
Vernal Book
Record sales surge with Graphophone panel event
A buyer notes 500 Columbia records and ten more machines arriving as a panel showcases Graphophones. Raye wins First Prize at the Went Ida F lonia CALDER event, presented by the agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia Records
Raye
Ida Flonia Calder
Summer Excursions Via Colorado Midland Railway
Summer excursions to Mexico and other destinations run May 1 to 7 and June 7 to 14 plus July 11 with round trip fares around 69 dollars. Eastern excursions listed May 17 to 30 and June 3 to 12 and 14 with one fare plus two dollars. long limits and stopovers offered at reduced summer rates. For full details contact L. H. Harding in Salt Lake City or L. H. Harpine, General Agent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colorado Midland Railway
City of Mexico
L. H. Harding
Salt Lake City
L. H. Harpine
Cavalry Visit and March Details At Fort Duchesne
Troops F and M of the 6th Cavalry conducted a three day practice march last Tuesday to Friday from Fort Duchesne to White Rocks and Vernal and back. Captain Scales was absent. Lieutenant Rothwell led the march with 95 cavalrymen, hospital corps, and support wagons. Corporal Souder and Slattery mapped the 30 mile route. Sgt Kemp retires after 30 years, and Cpl Slattery leaves May 1 to marry Miss Jackson. Troop F boasts Fort champions in baseball. several personnel milestones and upcoming target practice noted.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
6Th Cavalry
Scales
North Carolina
Rothwell
Fort Duchesne
White Rocks
Vernal
Mountain Dell
Thea
Stake House
Wyomin
Kemp
Slattery
Misa Jackson
Union Ward
New York
29Th Infantry
Philippines
F. L Smith
Ogden
Utah
County Fruit Tree Inspector Questions Bordeaux Winter Spray
Gro A Slaugh asks Vernal Utah authorities to explain why Bordeaux mixture is recommended as a winter spray for aphids when major authorities deem it mainly fungicidal and of little insecticidal value. He seeks information for the benefit of all concerned in April 1907.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernal
Utah
Aphis
Gro A
Slaugh
Notice of 25 cent stock assessment by Dry Gulch Irrigation Co
The Dry Gulch Irrigation Company in Roosevelt Utah announces a 25 cent per share assessment on capital stock. Stockholders in Lake Fork Roosevelt Harding Duchesne Sitka Cottonwood and Upper Myton Beach Areas must pay to the Secretary by May 15 1907. Unpaid stock after June 1 1907 becomes delinquent and will be sold at public auction on June 15 1907 to cover the delinquent assessment and sale costs. Warp Ey Pack Secretary Roosevelt Utah April 22 1907
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt Utah
Lake Fork
Roosevelt, Harding, Duchesne
Sitka
Cottonwood
Upper Myton Beach
Roosevelt
Utah
Warp Ey Pack
Calder’s Ice Cream with Pure Soda Ad
Vernal Drug Co. promotes Calder’s ice cream with pure soda as a refreshing recreation option.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calder
Vernal Drug Co
Whooping Cough Remedy Praised by Georgia Family
A Pasco Georgia reader reports success with Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for whooping cough. The testimonial notes it as the best medicine used by the family and mentions availability through Walter Lloyd Drug Company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. F. Gaston
Pasco, GA
Walter Lloyd Drug Company
Jensen Resort Ambitious Shoreline Project Draws Attention
Ulith county notes Jensen plans a large scale bathing resort and polly-wog hatchery on Jensen meridian. Residents admire the site though some locals doubt funding and leadership. Details mention officials, road travel, frost damage, local migrations, and upcoming community needs including church and school.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jensen
Maeser Items Highlight Local Socials And Track Plans
Maeser reports celebrate a birth as John C. McConkie Jr. and notes Father and family in good health. Relief Society hosted a Friday event with a children's dance bazaar and a grand ball. June Wimmer returns from BYU Provo and a brother files on a reservation homestead before leaving for Price. Maeser Athletic Club prepares for a track and field meet with limited local talent showing four athletes reported for practice. Dope estimates score the meet as a tight 46 to 45.5 potential points.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John C. McConkie
Relief Society
June Wimmer
B Y. U
Provo
Price
Maeser Athletic Club
Maeser
Independence Sparks Social Notes From Local Scene
N. J. Peacher has recovered from a severe cold after a week in bed. Mr Horn and his daughter will reach Independence soon and plan to live on their land east of town. Miss Horn’s arrival promises activity in the younger social circle. Civil War veteran Mr Clark, on claim 212 miles above Independence, welcomes a planned summer visit from his Los Angeles brother who intends to spend the season locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr Horn
Independence
Miss Horn
Clark
Los Angeles
California
Roosevelt Rumors and Local Happenings in Wim and Vicinity
Residents report Roosevelt spending time in Arizona and visiting Wim homestead. Lawrence returns from Denver to tend Lawrence Park beautification. Snow welcomes wife and family. Mrs. Snow enjoys country life. A weekly schoolhouse dance occurs with Ward E Pack as floor manager. Theodore Roosevelt Harmaton visits Roosevelt Mercantile with his mother. Dee Workman visits Vernal for business. Baseball game at Snowball grounds features local players. Rev J D Stormont conducts Sunday school and services at the schoolhouse. A new building rises on Heber Campbell’s lot north of the saloon, possibly a dance hall. Snellen and Clare Johnson arrive from Vernal to receive freight for a new implement house. Consolidated plans to mirror Vernal business here. Dry Gulch Irrigation Company board imposes 25 cent per share assessment. Ed F Harmston mentioned in last line.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fort Duchesne
Independence
Myron
Theodors
J. WH Keller
Kate Jean Boin
Moffat
Webber Home
Whiakera
Wim. Lawrence
Denver
Lawrence Park
Eben Snow
J. D. Stormont
Heber Campbell
Campbell
Messrs
Snellen
Clare Johnson
Dry Gulch Irrigation Company
Parsons
Vernal
Katie Workman
Theodore
Whiterocks
Duchesne
Strawberry River flood checked by cold wave and local notices
April 19 20 brought a cold wave that ruined early gardens and halted Strawberry River flood projections. The foot bridge on Dr Bjorngon’s ranch was destroyed forcing pedestrians to climb Indian Canyon. Town news covers arrivals from Montrose Vernal dances fires school end and upcoming Ute Fair plans. Local business moves include Crites Hotel changing hands and Mrs Meadows continuing the boarding house.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jack Frost
R. R
Gravelle
Critea
Crites
Vinta Quint
Notice of Assessment for Hancock Lateral stock
Notice from the Dry Guich Irrigation Company Roosevelt Utah dated April 20 1907. Directors levy fifty cents per share on Hancock Lateral stock payable by May 1 1907 to the secretary. Delinquency after May 13 1907 will trigger public sale at auction on June 4 to cover unpaid assessments and advertising costs. Warp I Pack Jr secretary April 1907
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt
Utah
Warp I
Pack, Jr
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Geo. A
eZe
Cavalry
5Th Cavalry
Shushanke
Ulith Our County
Jensen Jottings
Bishop Billings
Dragon
John Jensen
Joan Todd
Richardson Brothers
George Ainge
Roger Horrocks
A. L. Hurt
Newton Brothers
A. M. Todd
Harmsnow
Independence Sparks
N. J. Peacher
Mr. Carter
Arizona
Theodore Roosevelt Harmaton
Roosevelt Mercantile Company
Dee Workman
Bue- Sneag
Ed EF. Harmston
Mada
Theodore Thrums
Mr. Fioward
Academy
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