Uintah High School Ends Successful Year
Uintah High School, rated class A by the Northwestern Association, closed its term after a year of strong academics and new equipment. Principal Noble notes two measures of success: community educational opportunities and the impact on students, with enrollment 75 in the high school and 421 in senior, 154 in junior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uintah High School
Intermountain
Northwestern Association of Schools and Colleges
G Noble
May Day Carnival by B. P. W Club in Vernal
The O P W club of Vernal hosts a May Day carnival with a morning parade at 11, a noon to 2 dinner at the Congregational Community House, and an evening dance at Imperial Hall. Proceeds fund the library, now $400.
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O P. W. Club of
Vernal
Congregational Community House
Ladies Aid
Imperial Hall
Fashion and Dance Review at Uintah High
Uintah high school Domestic Art and Physical Education departments present a free fashion and dance review in the school auditorium on Friday evening April 29. Miss Coy Fife and Mrs Wallis direct a two act program with a fashion show set in a ready to wear shop, followed by an Egyptian ballet by the Scares Art Class members. Public invited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Uintah High School
Coy Fife
Mra Burtle
Wallis
Glen Guyman
Elmo Colton
Kalmsa
Helen Evara
Bud Markey
Twenty Years Ago Garden Notes and Local News
Twenty years ago in Jensen reports peas and other garden plants, talk of a rad- toad arriving soon, and local farming notes. Samuels led a group to Bofianza shearing plant on April 13, Calder Brothers Creamery ready for work, and Robert Lister of Cokeville Colorado reported killed in a rock slide. John A Houston wed Fern Dillman on April 24 at the bride’s parents. Welcome home social for Elder Leo Smith April 19. Morley Jones of Maeser to Holland on a mission. A son born to Mrs Charles Williams on April 19 morning and a baby girl for Mr and Mrs Riley Peterson of Jensen last week.
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Warren F. Billings
Jensen
Betne
Ulintah
Samuels
Bofianza
Calder Brothers Creamery
Robert Lister
Vernal
Cokeville
Texas
Morley Jones
Maeser
Holland
Charles Willams
Riley Peterson
Seminary graduates at First Ward Chapel ceremony
A large crowd filled the Venal First ward chapel Sunday evening for the largest seminary class in the institution. Fifty nine students received diplomas as President H B Cal- 2 presided. The graduates presented a well organized program and both the institution and students were commended for another successful year.
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1St Ward Chapel
Venal
First Ward
Focal Institution
Pecanas
H B Cal- 2
Calder and Family Return from Boston Visit
Dr Wallace S Calder and family recently returned from Boston Mass where he spent winter at Americas seat of learning The Forsyth Dental Infirmary provided service to poor children and the interne staff included graduates from around the world Dr Calder has refurbished Dr Chas Wirths former wife and will practice locally.
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Wallace & Calder
Boston
Mass
Americas
Calder
Forsyth Dental Infirmary
Chas Wirths
Variety Night Promises Spice of Life at May Drama Event
The Dramatic Art department presents One Act Plays on May 8 and 9 directed by Mr Guymon. The program features The Eligth s for Bangs a clever situational comedy about marriage pursuit. Cast includes Grace Slaugh Mr Hangs Lawrence Colton and Alice Caltwell. Continued on page five.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dramatic Art Department
Guymon
Bangs
Bates
Grace Slaugh
Mr Hangs
Lawrence Colton
Alice Caltwell
Library Committee Presents Volumes on Scoutcraft to County Library
On Wednesday at noon an open air program at the steps of the federal building saw the Uintah United County Boy Scout organization donate 86 volumes on Scoutcraft to the county library. Ray Duke presided. Mary Witmer spoke for the library committee, presenting the library. Wilson Murray accepted for the Scouts and noted the volumes will aid merit badge work and the historical Pioneer incidents record being compiled by the scouts. President Wallace Calder Hugh W. Colton and Richard Jensen spoke for the Scout organization. the books were placed in the county library for use by Scouts seeking information in their field.
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Atah
Federal Building
Brary Committees
Uintah United County Boy Scout Organization
Ray Duke
Mary Witmer
Brary
Wilson Murray
Wallace Calder
Hugh W. Colton
Richard Jensen
Scout Organization
Wilson Murray endorsed for postmaster at Vernal
At a Republican County central committee meeting held at the county courthouse, Wilson Murray was the unanimous choice to succeed E J Young as postmaster of the Vernal Post Office. Murray ranked among the top civil service exam takers and will face Washington action with Congressman Don B Colton and the Civil Service Commission. He has long served Uintah County as county clerk and party chairman, with banking and accounting experience. Gisen has been Uintah High School music director for years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Republican County Central Committee
County Court House
Wilson Murray
E J Young
Vernal
Murray
WN Olsen
Washington
Don B Colton
Civiil Service Commission
Women of Ashley Valley Seek Earl Douglas Dinosaur Museum Honor
The women of Ashley Valley plan to name the Dinosaur National Monument museum the Earl Douglas Dinosaur Museum in tribute to Dr Earl Douglas and to honor his family whose early history, maps, and photos enrich the quarry heritage. Led by Mrs John N Davis and Mrs Enon Bennion, the drive seeks government recognition and active local support from women’s organizations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr Earl Douglas
Dinosaur National Monument
Ashley Valley
Earl Douglas
Mra
Gaywin
Afrs Douglas
Douglas
John N Davis
Enon Bennion
Veer
Consoliated Wagon and Machine to Close Vernal Store
The Vernal branch of the Consolidated Wagon and Machine company will be closed June 4 due to insufficient business. Kent R Burt, the general manager, says the local operation is not justifiable. Ostler assists in the closing while Burt inspects other local branches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Consoliated Wagon and Machine Company
Consolidated Waroma and Machine Company
Kent R Burt
Burt W EK Ostler
Mr Burt
New Utah Road Plans from Salt Lake City to Colorado Line
Uintah County will save about 10406 this year on the Ashley Creek Jensen project as the state road commission adopts a new policy to pay both state and county shares of federal aid. The Cockleburr State Line project, cost around 109000, will be bid soon and employ over 60 workers. Start of work is expected in May, with both projects consuming much of summer and total crews over 100. The policy enables rapid action on several projects including the eastern Utah US 40 Cockleburr to Colorado line section of 12 miles.
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Uintah County
Ashley Creek-Jensen and
Cockleburr
State Road Commission
Utah
Ashley Creek-Jensen
Uintah
Ashley Creek
Commission
OC Wright
Colorado State Line
Uktah County
Beautiful Grounds and Happiness in Garden Settings
The piece extols garden beauty as a path to happiness. It argues that attractive grounds enhance well being, justify initial costs, and provide ongoing health and cheer through plants, shrubs, and trees. It urges planning for beautiful settings to see daily pictures of nature’s gifts.
Friend Hannah at Uintah High School Delights Crowds
The eighteenth century English play Friend Hannah enjoyed large crowds at Uintah High School Auditorium on Wednesday and Thursday. Cast delivered fine interpretations as spinning wheels churns and other period props enhanced the scenes. The Faculty Womens League sponsored the production directed by Mrs Damaria Morrill.
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Hannah
Uintah High School
England
Faculty Womens League
Damaria Morrill
David Witmer Returns Home to Las Vegas
David Witmer has returned to his home in Las Vegas, signaling a personal relocation and resumption of local life. No additional events or affiliations are stated.
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David Witmer
Las Vegas
Sheep Shearing Delayed Across County by Storms
Inclement weather has halted sheep shearing in all plants across the county. About 5000 head have been shorn so far, but wool quality suffers as grease content remains low due to severe winter and late spring. If conditions improve, remaining wool may reach higher quality. roughly one thousand men are employed in farm operations countywide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jred
Dillman chosen chairman of state Republican Conclave
Roosevelt state senator Ray E. Dilman named temporary chairman and keynote speaker for the Utah Republican state convention to be held May 7 in Ogden. The meeting will elect eleven delegates to the GOP national convention, plus a national committeeman and a national committeewoman. Incumbent Jeanette Mortell of Ogden is expected to be reelected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ray E Dilman
Roosevelt
State Senate
Ogden
William J. Lowe
Nepublian National Convention
Mra Dora Peterson
Mr Lowe
David Wilson
Wlre
Arthur F. Graham
Salt Lake
Harold P Fablan
Washington D C
Nan
Mra
Jeanette M Mortell
Uintah High Wins Multiple Events at Invitational Meet
Uintah High School swept events at the Provo invitational with George Galloway winning the mile in 4 403 Howard Noel taking the half mile title. Uintah also claimed the medley relay as George Alexander placed third in the 220 yard hurdles and fifth in the 100 yard dash. The team earned 25 points at the E 0 stadium. The 15 member squad will depart Friday for the divisional meet.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George Galloway
Uintah High School
Provo
Howard Noel
George Alexander
Sa Ol
Fjice
Secretary Wilbur Announces Better Homes Week April 24 to May 1
National Better Homes Week runs April 24 to May 1 in all 48 states with Lyman Wilbur urging citizens to improve homes and communities. He notes 8500 American communities have formed committees to promote home improvement for healthier environments and better child growth, as programs are planned nationwide.
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Wilbur
Washington, D
Better Homes
Ernie
Lyman Wilbur
Elation
President Hoover
America
Fire destroys Lily Boan home at Brush Creek
A late Friday night or Saturday morning blaze at Mrs Lily Boan’s Brush Creek home seven miles east of Wattal destroyed the structure before firemen could intervene The fire was spotted by neighbor Rudolph White who could only save some furniture and bedding The loss is about 3000 dollars Mrs Boan has lived in Uintah county since 1889 when she and her husband helped settle the area
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Lily Boan
Brush Creek
Yvatnal
Boan
Ghe
Uintah County
Ray Paulson of Jensen dies at Salt Lake Hospital
Ray Paulson 48 a farmer of Jensen Utah died Monday morning at a Salt Lake City hospital He was a native of Montrose Colorado born June 11 1844 Surviving are his wife Edna B Paulson four sons four daughters three sisters and two brothers Funeral services will be held Thursday at 2 30 pm at Hall Ricketts mortuary 344 East First South Street conducted by Bishop R R Rasmussen Interment in Salt Lake City cemetery Paulson left Jensen for Salt Lake City seeking medical relief and had been in critical condition most of the winter.
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Ray Paulson
Jensen
Utah
Salt Lake City
Montrose
Colorado
Edna B Paulson
Samuel Lloyd G
Jack D
Edward D Paulson
Mra Maude P
Sweet
Ida Falls
Amy P Stewart
Stanford Cole
Violet P Matney
Rigby
Idaho
Joseph
Art Paulson
Boxing Bout at Uintah High Draws Large Crowd
The Future Farmers of America sponsored boxing at Uintah High School drawing a large crowd on Thursday night. Bouts were intense and efficiently managed. Funds from the event will cover the FFA expenses for an educational trip planned for the coming summer, potentially to Yellowstone Park if finances allow.
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Future Farmers of America
Uintah High School
Yellowstone Park
Marriages and Divorces in Uintah County 1931
The bureau of the census reports Uintah County had 84 marriages in 1931 and 16 divorces. National data show Utah totals of 5738 marriages and 102% divorces in 1931 with a statewide population around 512000. County figures come from the County Clerk records and are preliminary.
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Uintah
Washington, DE
Bureau of the Census
Ute
Utah
Ducherne
Douglas Chosen President of Vernal Lions' Club
J R Douglas manager of Uintah Gas company was unanimously elected president at Vernal Lions Club annual election. Other officers elected include J O Anderson first vice president P L Cowan second vice president J Clive Davis junior vice president Wm B Walls secretary treasurer J A Cheney and James Stewart directors Glen Miller Howtamer sod Ray Duke Tall twister. The organization started in 1927 and now has about 35 members active in Uintah Basin civic projects and roadwork gains.
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Vernal Lions Club
Grilli
J. R. Douglas
Uintah Gas Company
Lion
R O Cooper
J. 0. Anderson
P. L. Cowan
Jensen
Uintah High School Commencement Program at Auditorium
Graduation exercises for Uintah High School will be held Monday night at the melon auditorium. The program includes Graduation March Insignia H 8 Orchestra invocation salutatorian Lawrence Siddaway vocal solos Rex Harvey Grace Slaugh cornet Euline Frank Postma address by Miss Leatha Coleman BPW state chairman awards senior class project Lawrence Colton president senior class appreciation Principal L Noble senior girls chorus Wanda Johnson accompanist benediction President Tr B Calder a dance will review the program.
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Uintah High School
Melon Auditorium
A. G Goodrich
Wants Johnson
Lawrence Siddeway
Rex Harvey
Grace Slaugh
Cornet
Euline
Frank Postma
L. G. Noble
Leatha Coleman
Lawrence Colton
L @ Woble
Wanda Johnson
Tr. B Calder
Vernal Girl Elected Secretary of USAQ Student Body
Miss Singheton of Vernal a junior at Utah State Agricultural College was elected Friday for secretary of the college student body for the coming year Clyde Jorgenson of Logan was also nominated for the same office Miss Singheton is registered in the school of commerce and majors in secretarial science and is a member of the Chi Omega sorority
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Logan
Marie &Ngleton
Vernal
Utah State Agricultural College
Clyde Jorgenson
Singheton
School of Commerce
Chi Omega
Local notices and farm updates from the 19th century
Thirty years ago Gernard Gardiner and Milas Alice Migreham wed on Friday April 18 at the groom’s home. The creamery opens April 24 with Parley Torc in charge. 160 bushels of potatoes offered at 40 cents each at the tithing office. Miss Donaher rents Mrs Rich’s boarding house. plans May 1 opening for meals. Sheep shearing underway. bees report mixed fortunes. Exchange Saloon installs bright gasoline lamps. A storm damaged sheep headed to the mountains. Whalen reports about 1000 sheep lost. The board of education approved Prof Don B Colton for next year.
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Gernard Gardiner
Milas Alice Migreham
Miss Donaher
Mrs. Rich
Matas Donaher
Amd
East Lake City
Exchange Saloon
Whalen
Stake Board of Education
Don B Colton
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Red
Red Cross
United States
Hay Duke
Pacific
Duke
B. P. W Club
U H. School
Milford—Atkin Hotel
Wallace
Library Committee
County Library
E J. Young
Colorado Line
U.hs
Ray HE. Dillman
Megulaion
UHS Auditorium
Ray
Salt Lake Hospital
Iiness
Vernal Lions’ Club
USAQ
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