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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1931
Page
2
Published every Thursday by WALLIS TM 3B Wallis editor manager. Entered as second class matter at the post office in Vernal Utah on March 13, 1903 under the act of March 5 1879.
Gee Lear offers subscription terms with advance payments and durations. The listing mentions six months at a discounted rate and three months in advance, though the remainder of the ad is truncated leaving the full pricing unclear. The tone is a classic 19th or early 20th century newspaper advertisement.
An optimistic profile notes a figure active in politics and local media circles. The subject is described as forward looking, aiming for greater influence within the Ashley Valley region and Thai state press associations, with a focus on national editorial impact.
Mr and Mrs Homer D Ford of Rainbow and Mr W A Banks of Watson were in Vernal Tuesday for unspecified local engagements.
A marriage license was issued to Ray Lewis, son of Horace Lewis and Wanda Smith, daughter of Gened and Fimitg, both of Duchesne, on Monday, April 27. The notice records the liveliness of the local civil ceremony filing.
J G Peppard reports quotations for Great Northern Deana at 2.33 per cwt and No 2 at 2.15 per cwt. The figures indicate current market pricing, with No 1 priced higher than No 2 in this market update.
Mr and Mrs Alfred GB Johnson of Salt Lake City rejoice over the arrival of a baby girl born on Wednesday April 28. Mrs Johnson was formerly Mrs Mary Wind ar of Verrall.
Mr W and Showalter cft this morning for Dixon Wyoming to take Mrs Roy Showalter to her home. Mrs Showalter has been visiting friends and relatives in Vernal and Salt Lake City for the past two weeks.
Elder Ferron Hacking, son of Mr and Mrs Jos Hacking, sailed from Southampton on Saturday April 25 aboard the 84 Leviathan after an honorable release from a nearly three year mission to Germany.
A preliminary hearing before Judge Sustrega Carter last Friday resulted in Smith of Jensen being bound over to the District Court on a $2000 bond for an assault with a deadly weapon and an attempt to commit murder.
A Vernal Express display invites buyers with a high grade Victor phonograph priced at 20000 without records or orthophonic attachment. The complete outfit with records is offered for 75 on easy terms to a responsible buyer.
Chenery, president of the Lions Club, has received an invitation from the Craig Lions requesting Vernal den and their wives attend a special luncheon on the night of May 1. A large group from Vernal is expected to attend.
Miss Vera Calder, a foods department instructor at Uintah High School, has assisted girls by organizing ten Mothers Day luncheons. Mothers of the students attended as guests as the Mothers Day idea was emphasized throughout the program and Calder plans further help for the girls.
The Music Makers presented under Ver May First Ward Primary will be held Wednesday May 6 at the Second Ward chapel with no admission charge. The public is invited to donate birthday pennies for the Primary Children's Hospital in Salt Lake City. The same program will be given by the Second Ward about two weeks later.
Delos Watkins spent Saturday and Sunday visiting home folksy. He returned to Salt Lake Monday where he will be employed at Coalville Ice Cream company this summer.
Glen Roberts of Brickley Colorado visited Vernal on Friday and bought a light delivery truck from Allan Chevrolet company.
Elections for the 1231 32 student body at UHS Friday April 24 chose Lowell Fox as president Isa bell Dillman became vice president Lea tha Hair secretary Marcel Young business manager and Howard Noel chief of police The race was tight with most candidates separated by few votes A new class ballot system replaced previous voting methods
Funeral services for Mrs Maude M Hodgkinson Young were held in Vernal with family and church members in attendance. Speakers recalled her long devotion to church work, music and family, including eight sons and daughters, twelve grandchildren, and one great grandchild, as relatives gathered at the Vernal cemetery for the graveside tribute.
Mrs Muriel Wallis and editors hosted a Friday April 24 party for Mrs Loretta Johnstun at Mrs George Johnstun's home. Invited guests included Lydia Jenkins Maria Workman Kate Merkley Lydia Cook Jennie Freestone Mary Henry and Lydia Shaef among neighbors from fifty years ago.
The First Ward Relief Society held a Tuesday social in the chapel to honor Mrs. Elizabeth Wallis as she prepares to depart for Great Britain May 11. The event featured a one act program with songs duets poems and talks by stake officers including Mrs W P Vernon and Mrs Ernest Eaton. Mrs Jim Wortman presented a robe as a leaving gift and Bishop Wallis closed with remarks on early married life and service to others. Ice cream cake and hot chocolate were served to all.
Benor Arta Mra and Hugh W Colton hosted a Beaux Arts club gathering at her home on a Saturday in April. A luncheon featured a tulip centerpiece and rose tapers. Ailis Vics Pederson presented a program on Rosa Bonheur while eighteen guests attended.
The Ladies Aid met at the home of Mrs W Chase on Wednesday the 29th with nineteen members and two guests present. Important business was settled followed by a luncheon. The group adjourned to meet May 6 at Mrs T G Alexander's home. The club hosted a dinner on Friday May 1 at the Community House and donated proceeds to the library fund.
The club educational committee led by Ethel M. Martin Edith Cooper and Alice Pederson arranged for Senior high school girls to be guests at the May Day dance The federation sets aside a week each year for educational activities to benefit members and high school girls and the club aims to encourage four year college completion whenever possible.
A stage version of Cradle Snatchers is set for UWo Auditorium on Saturday May 2 and Monday May 4. Cast includes Vera Calder Susan Elna Hunting Henry Doral Eaton Ralph Siddo and Glenn Guyman with Grice Staugh and Merle Jensen among others. Curtain at 3 14 with doors locked until intermission. tickets 21 35 and 50 cents.
A fragment notes someone spent a Saturday in Duchesne while attending school during the winter season. The text provides limited context and does not identify the person, event, or exact location beyond the town and the season.
A Vernal sale on Saturday May 2 offers red memorial poppies to honor World War dead and aid living veterans. Led by Witbeck Unit No 11 and Sybil Collyer, the effort aims to cover most towns with 7 200 auxiliary units. All proceeds go to relief for veterans and families before Memorial Day.
Mr and Mrs If B Caiderc traveled to Sai Laka City on business Monday and returned home Wednesday.
A call for timely support to fund scouting training. Citizens urged to donate to Charles Hatch, treasurer, to ensure experts and training for local troop leaders and to build thrift, discipline, and respect in boys. Each dollar funds youth development and long term community safety.
Rainbow Warren D Billings made a business trip to Salt Lake last week. Mr and Mrs Reed Bodily and Mr and Mrs Fon Eaton were visiting in Dragon last Sunday. Homer D Ford made a hurried trip to Salt Lake on business last week, W A Banks accompanied him to visit his family. Shearing at Watson has progressed nicely until Wednesday, then March weather brought rain and snow. Paul Britton returned Sunday to be at his mother’s bedside, who was seriously ill but improving by last reports.
Maeser correspondent reports Levi Bodily was struck by a Roosevelt car near Gusher while moving aside. He suffered a broken leg below the knee and severe foot injuries, later receiving surgery in Roosevelt and then rest at Cris Bodily’s home. The car occupants, reportedly drinking, stopped eighty steps away.
Vernal First Ward Sunday School presents a Mother’s Day program featuring preludes, readings, and musical numbers. Lorna Murray and Helen Calder. Earl Remington violin. Samuel Calder, Gwen Roberts duo. Coral Eater trombone. Wallace Calder address. Wyllie Stewart violin solo. choir items and a prayer.
HOSPITAL NEWS ELSE HOSPITAL NEWS ELSE 441 Raymond Duvall operated on for ruptured appendix, was taken to his home Sunday. Aue Searle who recently underwent an operation for appendicitis, left the hospital Sunday. Elsie Haslem operated on for appendicitis was subsequently recovered to be taken home Friday. Maxine and Dorothy daughters of Mr and Mrs Bert Evans had their tonsils removed Tuesday. Mrs John Evans underwent an operation for appendicitis Wednesday morning. Anyone wanting a magnificent steel range call 99 or 24 for sale will sell $20000 Victrola cheap call 183 A30.
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