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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1977
Page
2
The Vernal Express publishes weekly on Thursdays under Vernal Express Publishing Co. at Vernal Utah with editor and publisher Jack R. Wallis and news editor Dorothy Peltier. The office addresses and contact details are provided.
The National Safety Council reports elderly burn victims have far higher fatality rates than younger individuals. President Leo H. Barlow urges Older Americans Month focus on prevention, highlighting clothing fires from loose garments and smoking, with safety tips such as avoiding smoking in bed and using flame retardant fabrics.
Senator Jake Garn says he agrees with the President's energy goals but disagrees with some methods. He supports developing new energy sources and home insulation while opposes taxation on gasoline and large cars and favors free market pricing over government dictates. He also supports decontrolling gas prices and advancing coal geothermal and other new sources.
State Aeronautical Operations Director Bobby V. Walker said the Duchesne Airport crash resulted from pilot error. He described the April 22 incident after a 8:35 pm diversion from Denver Center, noting a too low approach led to an unrecoverable descent. two passengers suffered no injuries.
The article notes President Carter's rejection of the ITC recommendation for import tariffs on foreign shoes. It cites potential inflationary costs, regional plant closures, and political timing ahead of a Summit, with $200 million yearly impact on buyers and broader import limits on textiles and other goods awaiting future decisions.
The author argues for ending criminal penalties for small marijuana possession and treating it as a civil offense with a fine. He predicts legalization could expand to other drugs, fund government revenue, and contends exams on health risks and government control would follow. The piece also contrasts past anti tobacco messaging with current shifts in policy discourse.
The First Security Bank Newsletter reports Utah's economy shows strength in Q1 1977 with overall gains across sectors. Analysts expect continued momentum through the next quarter, modest unemployment around 5.5 percent, and growth in construction manufacturing and mining driven by improved national economy, housing permits, and anticipated boosts in copper steel and coal output.
The letter notes drought pressure but finds consumer spending and credit demand remain robust in Q1 1977. It forecasts inflation above 7 percent for 1977, with real growth of 7-8 percent in Q2 and higher interest rates later in the year. It also cites President Carter dropping the $50 tax rebate as reducing urgency to stimulate the economy.
The Express invites reader letters on any Uintah Basin topic submitted with full name signature and address. Names may be withheld on political letters for good reason if requested. all letters subject to conversation.
Corey W. Grua urges Vernal readers to support arts and attend dance concerts and performances. He notes the underwhelming audience size at a recent event and argues communities must cultivate a culture that values painting music theatre and literature.
The text suggests matching pan size to burner, using pressure cookers to cut time and energy, and choosing small appliances like toasters grills and skillets for efficiency. It notes that opening an oven cools it by 25 to 50 degrees and that countertop microwaves can save 25 to 75 percent versus conventional ovens.
Practical steps to reduce electricity use in refrigeration include keeping the unit well maintained, ensuring door seals are tight, setting the correct temperature, organizing contents to avoid overloading, and using energy efficient models or regular defrosting where applicable.
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