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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1926
Page
8
The Roosevelt Commercial club held a May Queen contest with Ming Laveru Wheeler of Myton declared the winner. The event drew community interest as residents traveled to support contestants.
Grandma Ferry, eight weeks at Riehens hospital due to a broken leg, had her cast removed on Thursday. Mrs Ned Clark of Ouray, who had been at Mrs Nettle Richens for two weeks, returned home Friday, April 16.
Misa Agnes Schaefermeyer and Misa Helen Hemstreet joined the U He 8 Junior class for a hike to Green River Grove last Saturday. The minor outing proceeded without incident under supervision and added to school activity notes.
Craig attorney Bearnard Cummings surveyed Vernal last Friday and Saturday for a proposed Craig to Vernal bus line. He practices law in Colorado.
Application deadline set for the 5th of next month. The Ap examination will occur on the 26th at the local post office for eligible clerical vacancies.
An Ajax sedan was delivered by Vernal Auto to G A Raemer. Hudson broughams were also delivered to T M Alexander of Vernal and George H Harrison of Roosevelt.
Report states lumber valued at fair grounds buildings and equipment is being taken for firewood. Call to stop further destruction urges immediate action by authorities.
Elisa Caldwell of Masser formerly operated on at Vernal Hospital has moved to the home of O J Caldwell where his mother in law Tim Shackburn will visit. Garden specialist Rinttianeen Jandetapa from the Ulian Agricultural Calliers of Togta arrives to supervise planting at Tebern acle Congregational church and city park. A State Utilities commission hearing in Rainbow considered Frank Merrill’s injury and work case.
Mr and Mrs. George Weesee spent the week visiting longtime friends Mr and Mrs. Simmie Peavy of Meeker Colorado.
Mra Leon F Christensen underwent an appendectomy on Sunday. Her mother Mrs Fraek Smith reportedly ignored the situation.
Ad Kollar of Steamboat Springs visits with Mr and Mrs J Ratlin and other friends. Harold Headers is painting houses both inside and out for them.
Mr and Mrs Byron Themke and Mr and Mrs T G Alexander with TM Alexander motored to the Dinosaur quarry Sunday and enjoyed a return picnic by the Green River.
Christopher Joineon of Provo fonterly of Versal metered to Trandlett Friday of last week to get by daughter Pearl who had been teaching school at that place Saturday they came to Vernal and visited with Mra Emery Johnson and family until Sunday when they returned to Provo.
Mrs Enos Dennion returned home Tuesday night after a pleasant six week stay with relatives in Salt Lake City and Springville. Professor Farr Douglass and Mrs Douglass were in Salt Lake City. She traveled with Glenn Dennison who has been released from an honorable mission for the L D B church in the Central area. Mr Bennion spent two weeks in Salt Lake before returning home.
A Chaplin of Lozin sheep and wool apettalist from the Utah Agricultural Extension Service visited Macser Tuesday. He gave a demonstration at the John Hacking residence and toured the Bonanza shearing plant with John Bennion Wallace Siddo, E Peterson and J Cave. The speaker praised the district wool quality.
A marriage license was issued on the 2nd to John Murray and Myrtle Gurr both of Vernal. They were married here by Justice Charles Carter. The groom is the son of Thomas W Murray and the bride is the daughter of George Gurr.
James LaRose of Ft Hall Idaho and Lury Reed of Whiterock were licensed to marry by County Clerk Wilson Murray on the 26th. LaRose is the son of Fred LaRose and Reed the daughter of James Reed. They were married by Justice Carter.
The Vernal Manila road connects Wyoming Utah and Colorado highway systems linking Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming with Mesa Verde in Colorado. Officials note rapid highway improvements and maintenance will keep routes permanent, with Uintah and Daggett counties pledging support.
Local lodge groups host a Stevens Society gathering featuring performances by Lillior LThone on stage. Community members attend to enjoy music and socializing in an informal evening of entertainment and fellowship.
A lively Odd Fellows party at Woodard hall featured vocal solos by John Jorgerven and Dr I B Rith. Guests enjoyed punch and music as a large crowd celebrated an evening of entertainment.
Baley UL Bock iy intertuned Mre Leo Thorne and F J Mar iner Nero hosted the Ladies Aid society Wednesday afternoon at the Community House. The afternoon was enjoyed socially with refreshments served at the close. The society will meet at the home of Mra Jil Rath on Wednesday May Lith. At a dance Friday evening at the High school gymnasium by the Senior class and the May Queen committee Miss Erma Netch, daughter of Ur and Mra J m Hatch, the Second ward contestant was down Queen to take part in the celebration Friday April 30th.
Albert Rasmussen and Gilda Snow of Vernal obtained a marriage license from County Clerk Murray Thura. The report notes local dairy farming advocates pure bred stock and cooperative effort, highlighting regional dairy plants in Vernal Ashley valley and similar success in other towns.
Ouray Valley notes residents Ekker and Ekxland moved into newly bought homes. Births pledge growth as John Buros welcomes a son while Clark Almedy and friends visit. Orson Calder tours Vernal ranch. Bert Hovey visits Ogden Salt Lake City sisters. John White relocates family to his ranch. David Allred breaks right arm. Orchard planting pattern grows as farmers set young trees. Provo trips include Thorn and Larsen family visits. Ramina joins schooling. Floyd Bryant and Mrs Curfee attend events. cantata planned by Bych Primary. Evelyn Burg travels to Randlett for family visit.
Garl Baese entertained many of his young friends with a card and dancing party at the home of his parents Saturday evening. At the close, cake and ice cream were served.
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