Uintah Basin Could Become Major North American Oil Field
Geologist Corey Hager predicts the Uintah Basin may become a leading oil region. He cites two wells near Roosevelt and Gusher, noting 30 to 40 possible pays beneath, with oil and gas prospects in the Duchesne and Uintah rivers and Green River formations. He suggests a basin wide potential while acknowledging depth limits for tests.
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Uintah
North America
Corey Hager
Oi! Reporter
Uintah Basin
Me Dager
Hager
Carter Oil Company
Roosevelt
Green River
Wasatch
Lincoln Ure awarded sale of pool bonds in Salt Lake City
Lincoln Ure Co of Salt Lake City won the contract to issue 25 000 general obligation bonds for a city swimming pool. Bonds carry 2.5 percent interest and are redeemable at par after approval by Utah state authorities. Council also discussed city dump grounds east of Vernal where dead animals created odor. Taylor authorized enforcement to stop dumping.
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Lincoln Ure Co
Salt Lake City
Ve: City
Utah
Vernal City
LeRoy Taylor
Quneil
Taylor
Guy
Contin
Hyer
Acord Announces Beginning of Disease Tests
Acord invites Garrymen interested in testing their cows for bangs and calves vaccination to contact Clair A. Acord county agricultural agent before March. Acord noted that only those who request tests receive notice. Testing will begin about May 1.
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Acord
Clair A. Acord County
Kiwanians Hear Dope on California River Delay
Frank Ward executive secretary of the Vernal Chamber of Commerce told Kiwanis members at a luncheon that California uses underhand means to delay Colorado River development. He cited the Central Arizona Project delay and said California amendments have stalled current legislation in the House.
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Great Kiwanis Club
Frank Ward
Vernal Chamber of Commerce
California
Colorado River
Ward
Kiwanis Club
Arizona
Western Jewelry Hires Maurice Henry To Lead Stores
Maurice Henry replaces Sweeney Ross at Western Jewelry managing jewelry and watch repair as Sweeney tours Alaska. Rumors say Sweeney may seek a permanent Alaska location while Henry focuses on operations. Benny Millecum joyfully showcases Ashton Brothers hardware display room with a model kitchen and bath setup. Rex Striegel at Rex Striegel's paint shop showcases Acme Fashion Tone paint book and endless color combinations for customers.
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Maurice Henry
Sweeney” Ross
Western Jewelry
Vernal
Maurice
Sweeney
Alaska
Benny Millecum
Ashton Brothers Hardware
Rex Striegel
Rex
Peterson Urges Youths to Keep Moral Standards at Stake Conference
More than 1560 Latter-day Saints filled Uintah Stake tabernacle for the first general session of the quarterly conference to hear Elder Mark E Peterson urge youths to live righteously. He warned girls to avoid danger and urged young men to keep minds clean and respect women while noting a need to boost missionary efforts from 4,000 to 10,000. Archie Johnson opened with a welcome, reporting volunteers refinished church floors and pews.
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Tabernacle
Uintah Stake
Mark E. Peterson
Isles
Peterson
Quorum of Twelve Apostles
Stake
Ler Peterson
Archie Johnson
Region Five Music Festival Set for Vernal April 28 29
Region Five expects over 1000 students from 20 high schools including Alterra Carbon Duchesne Grand County North Roosevelt South Emery Uintah tabone and Ulah to attend the April 28 and 29 event in Vernal. Principal Ulutah high school chair outlines volunteers from civic clubs and local businesses, with Judge Clair Johnson and Richard P Condie headed judging and instruction duties.
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Saa Lenderson
Darrell Wee H
Sack Tuer
Lions
Poe Aan Rendlesbach
ADK
Ann King
Alaiah P Housing
Isobel Batty
Lady Tia
Fourless Varvice
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Region
Award Righy
Ulutah High Schoool
Civiq
Pal Pier
Bac
Vent Mn
Ae Robins
Mg. Ann
Boovters
Uintah High
Eyne Otsienh
Daley
Morrison
Dauna Hall
Faipheant
Glen Miussey
Pep. Clube
Boye Gisls
Barvey Ullager Meentee
Harveinge Jen Freeman Eis
Agat Saeed
Lepartment
Doyle Landon
C. L. Richens
Fae Rae
Clair Johnon
Weery College
Richard P. Condie
Universiy of
Utah
Work Spurs On Union High School Construction
Brick work on Section C northoart wing of Union High School progresses as brick masons move ahead on the second section. Cement root and concrete gym sections are being poured. Superintendent Lundell notes the gym measures 1 100 feet and will hold about a thousand girls with mechanical doors that raise to clear the floor for intra school activities.
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Union High School
Harold M. Leee
Lundell
Oil News: Federal District Lands Drilling In Salt Lake Area
March filings show continued high oil development as 830000 acres are reported covered. Independent and major companies including Continental Oil and Garter contribute to a total of 283 operators. Carter Nort Bluebell advances toward 4450 feet with Vern E. Farmer citing location in a Mountain region. Wildcat contractors push to 500 feet test while Ute Tribal well nears 4700 feet. Continued on page 5.
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Federal District
Salt Lake
Stenelind
Oil and
Omree
Continental ‘and Garter
OH Companies
Census Crew Nears End in Uintah County Project
Census compilation in Uintah County nears completion with most areas finished by April 24. Harold Richardson, superintendent, says census taking should wrap by May 9. Local enumerators Irene B Wilson Perry Sterling B Haws Johnson Grace E Morrow Garth N Virginia Hacking Leo J Walker Helen Schaefermeyer are listed as participants.
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Uintah
Verna
Maeser
Harold Richardson
Richardson
Uintah Cor
Mr. Richardson
Irene B. ‘Wilson
Stad Perry
Sterling B. Haws
Is Johnson
Grace E. Morrow
Garth N
Virginia Hacking
Leo J
Walker Helen Schaefermeyer
Rodeo Nights Set in Vernal July 13 14 15
The wild west returns to Vernal with a professional rodeo show each night July 13 14 and 15 presented by Swane by Moab. Jay Searle is president with Chuck Taylor as pace president and C. Halttea as secretary on the rodeo committee. Committee members include Henry Shaetermeyer and Floyd Halk.
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Chuck
Taylor
Pace
RB Halttea
Henry Shaetermeyer
Floyd Halk
Vernal Rodeo Week Plans With Queen Contest And Parades
The Vernal roundup features include selecting a rodeo queen and attendants, a queen's dance at Imperial hall, and a parade with prizes for best entries. A Mr Kirby show, noted for stock and riders, as well as his engaging speaking system, is planned. Dances are slated for July 33, 14, and 15 at Imperial hall, with residents urged to mark July 3, 14 and 15 on calendars.
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Alvin Bowden
Woodey Searle
Chester Murray
Chris McKinley
Owen Wall
Eugene Welst
Lloyd Eaton
Lawrence Siddeway
Howard Calder
Alvin Kay
O. J. Barnett
Imperial Hall
Mr. Kirby
Benton sisters travel to Puerto Rico to reunite with ill mother
Mrs E L Benton and Mrs fieber Haws sisters depart Monday for Bar Juan Port Rico to join their mother Mrs Cortes who is seriously ill. The trip aims to provide family support during her critical health condition.
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E. L. Benton
Fieber Haws
Bar Juan
Port
Rico
Cortes
Meter Case Reviewed by Council on Parking Meters Decision
City leaders hear debated plan on renewing or removing parking meters. Council members discuss voter ballots to gauge customer preference while officials indicate that some actions may be ignored if public sentiment opposes meter removal.
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Ye Atelliite Oy
Council
Eco
Sras
Josephs
Ry Gnitre c Council
Hansen
Second Letter From U S Chamber On Echo Park Dispute
The Vernal Chamber of Commerce reports another letter to Chapman clarifying the U S Chamber’s stance on the Echo Park Dinosaur National Monument controversy. It references a Salt Lake Tribune piece quoting William Warne and confirms continued protest against the proposed plan.
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Vernal Chamber of Commerce
Oy Tong
Lephone of Commerce
Ecar
Enterior
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Echo Park
Utes Win Track and Baseball Titles at Regional Meet
Uintah high school athletes swept titles as the Utes won the region five baseball championship and captured district track honors on Saturday. Ned Lee led pitching with four hits allowed and the Roosevelt game was highlighted by a 17-4 state quarterfinal victory as the Utes advanced.
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Uintah High School
Utes
Uintah
Ducheane
Roosevelt
Ned Lee
Lee
Progress On New Pipeline
City manager Taylor announced Monday that progress on the new pipeline is underway. Work on the division box is starting to allow one-eighth share of water in the Mine. Earlier council authorized related work and new pipes are planned to replace an old cement line with reduced leakage and better pressure.
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Maener
Bering Work Ag
Taylor
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Chuck) Taylor
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