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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1924
Page
8
An old newspaper notices periodical post office registration for Vernal Utah with annual advance rate of 62.50 dollars. The notice cites the March 3 1879 act and confirms second class matter status for mailing.
A long list of Vernal area visitors and residents with brief notes on travels, land filings, family arrivals, and ongoing projects. Specific items include E Fl Larozo of Grand Junction and J.D Hopking with M. A. Roberts from Pricy, Sept. 16 to final proof on Biadoneet land, newborn baby boy for Mr. and Mrs. George F. Walker, Durfee and Ainge in town for land and crops, and repairs to local buildings and road work.
Mr and Mrs Elmer Snow traveled to Vernal on Thursday from Jensen. Winter Smith, formerly of Vernal, now lives at Dolhi Calls where he works as a manager for a California state project. Smith was previously an engineer with Montana’s irrigation commission. The Amithna, though away for years, still own property in Vernal and consider it home.
Daphne Cooper of Vernal applied for a water permit in Uintah County to use one half second foot from seeps or springs to water stock. The request seeks authorization under county water regulations and outlines a stock watering purpose without specifying duration or exact location. The filing reflects typical early 20th century water rights documentation by residents.
Albert Halen reports week results for Vernal Utah area: homestead applications for Kirkendall and Kidd in White Rocks and Vernal on 80 and 0 acres with T R details. oil and gas prospecting permits for Scott. oil and gas leases issued to Miller in Price. desert land contest between Stoss and McNaughton in Vernal held next Wednesday before the register with case under advisement.
Supervisor J Raphens of Uintah National Forest left Tuesday July 16 to inspect work on the Kamas Stockmars road, a main highway leading to the Granddady Inke basin.
A reader explains honeydew from aphid excretions, its false honey status, and legal labeling as bee product. It discusses honeydew quality, dangers to bees, wartime selling at low prices, and limited use for hootch chewing tobacco, with notes on buyers in large cities.
The article describes white bengaline millinery with leafy corded silk, a sectional crown, and a 46 frame foundation. It highlights silver ribbon as a key factor, plus the white feather accent and alternating fabric in the crown for a chic season look.
Albert Mott Jr formerly of Lapoint and Mrs Rhea Sanders of Castle Gate Utah were married on July 31, 1924 by President Wallace Calder in a ceremony reflecting local society circles.
The once star Bodie Crinerly becomes owner of a welding shop near his Washington home. Although his prime days are past, he remains a loyal supporter of his former Washington team and disputes for its future success.
An essay by Dean Thomas Arkle Clark extols patience and steady effort. He recalls a stone-breaker to illustrate that time and perseverance wear down difficulties and yield results. The piece urges persistence when immediate success is elusive.
Salt Lake City prepares for the Frontier Roundup from August 27 to 30, sponsored by the chamber of commerce as Market Week. Thousands of visitors from across states are expected to attend this national outdoor show to showcase western traditions and riding talent, with plans to make it an annual event.
A satirical note suggests a dry goods merchant should guess next winter's snowfall to predict ladies' purchases. It plays on the idea that success hinges on forecasting weather to match fashionable needs. The piece mocks the retailer’s reliance on luck and the link between snow, style, and sales.
Sale notice lists 3 percent wagon, one bay mare weighing 1450 pounds, one set heavy harness. Contact George Barker at Calder Creamery for inquiries.
Express requests obituary data be sent promptly with correct dates and names to avoid omissions. Notices must use proper forms, which close for submissions on Thursday at noon.
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