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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1924
Page
8
A quirky item describes Carrie as an early riser shuffling mail and repairing a filo ver while performing a twenty mile head race that scatters the mall. It mentions ashes, orders, and a Parcel Post pack with ages from day old chick to baby gran planes.
A postmaster from Fort Hache visits Vernal on Friday to discuss business matters and potential postal service improvements. Local officials welcomed the visitor and noted ongoing collaboration opportunities.
Miax Morlo Masgy a librarian at the county library spent Sunday visiting Jonaen during a family outing.
L. Co Hendershot of Moffat visited the town on Monday to attend the convention and meet local residents.
P Dillman of Whiterocks spent Monday in town meeting many friends and shaking hands.
C. fy. Kunleht and his brother Mellen Kaight arrived in Vernal on Monday from Robblett to attend the Republican primaries.
Frank Morrill of Trideli defeated Monday to secure a delegate seat at the county G O P convention.
Co. DB Bartlett visited Monday and Tuesday from his Tridell ranch and reported the south quite extensive in his section.
Matt Curry arrived Friday from Ouray and returned Sunday evening. He is a booster for the Soldier's memorial monument fund.
William Witbeck Sr travels to Salt Lake City for business and pleasure on Wednesday. Upon his return Mrs. Witbeck will accompany him.
E G Thorum of Utah Power and Light spent several days in Vernal measuring water flow in the Green River at multiple points.
The Serenaders performed Monday evening at the Orpheus to a medium crowd that enjoyed their excellent music despite the modest turnout.
James Monaghan was in Varnal Monday from Jensen and says his flock near Flat Mountain Colorado has feed in very good condition.
Harden Nelson came in Friday from Rainbow mine where he is working and returned Sunday. Nelson says work at the Sina has shut down considerably.
All lecturers and instructors at the UBLIC were sent a U BICc booklet as a souvenir of the occasion by E Paterson, chairman of the program committee.
Mr and Mrs Warren L Billings of Rainbow mine were visiting in Vernal and Jensen Saturday and Sunday returning Sunday evening to the mines.
Moses Moore chairman of the Republican delegation from Randlett brought Bishop C W L Wall Albert E. Moore C L Knight E M Chandler and Mellen Knight to the Republican convention on Monday.
Mrs George E Adams of Washington D C reports she is enjoying time there visiting with a number of Utah friends and expects to spend some days with them before returning.
George A Slaugh reports from Diamond mountain farm that a severe drouth eased with some rains reviving grass in places. Crickets destroyed a large portion of the crops, leaving field conditions mixed and awaiting further relief.
F O Lundberg president of the western division Uintah County Farm Bureau Fort Duchesne and George A Wilson secretary of the Gusher Farm Bureau with W Donaldson of Gusher attended the Republican primaries in Vernal on Monday.
Irvin Young son of George F. Young of Gushcr leaves Saturday for San Francisco to attend high school. He is accompanied to Salt Lake City by his sister Mrs. Eugene Harmston of Roosevelt and will live with his sister Mrs J. B Selby.
Mr and Mrs John N Davyis and Harold Davis with Glenn Cowan of Salt Lake City and Prof William F Hanson returned Saturday from Provo after attending the Heber City Home Coming celebration on July 24. They then visited Kamas Salt Lake City and Provo.
Amana Caldwell, principal of Jensen School, was a visitor in town on Wednesday. The event underscores ongoing school activity and community engagement.
Seth B Perry a former owner of Vernal Dry Cleaning works spent the week at his ranch near the Altonoh section.
The two young daughters of Mr and Mrs K T Howes of Roosevelt are visiting at the home of Mr and Mrs Nile Ifughel.
Superintendent Olson of Uintah School District departed Tuesday morning for Provo on district business. He did not specify details but indicated routine matters requiring his attention.
J A Cheney a cashier of the United States Bank came back Monday from Salt Lake City where he had been for several days on business.
Despite little rain and scant snow in the mountains, canals report a healthy flow of water. The balance reflects mild conditions and ongoing irrigation needs for nearby farms. Local officials noted steady supply levels through the season.
The Vernal tourist camp ground was relocated as a strategic move to expand publicity and attract visitors, described as a major, beneficial decision for local tourism and business prospects.
Mrs J William Workman returned home Wednesday after a stay in Salt Lake City. She arrived with Zelph Caldey accompanying her on the trip home.
Mrs Annan Owens arrived Saturday via Dodge Stage from Smithfield Utah. She will chase indefinitely with her daughter Mrs George W Bartlett.
William Agdlem arrived from the Rangely oil fields Tuesday where he works at the Raven Oil and Refining company’s refinery. He spent several days with his family before returning home.
Gordon DeMoisy district representative of the Burroughs Adding Machine Co left Thursday morning after spending his vacation in Vernal with home folks.
County Treasurer William Henderson was unexpectedly called out of the city on Monday afternoon. He left the same evening with Ross Bartlett via Price.
John Cahoon brother of G W Cahoon of the JG Peppard Seed Co arrived Tuesday evening from Deseret Utah to visit for some time with his brother and family.
Open season for sage chick ens and grouse runs September 1 to 10. Uintah county remains open except Taylor mountain. Several counties statewide have closed seasons.
Alle Lavina Rasmussen of Vernal has filed notice with Albert Halen register of the Vernal land office that she will make final proof on her desert land entry on Sept 2 1924.
Thorn Hatch travels Tuesday for a short visit to Provo with his parents Mr. and Mrs. Alva Hatch. He is accompanied by his brother N S Hatch who is trucking fruit into the Baglin from Provo.
A G Young, contractor for Project 10 B and resurfacing of Project 10 A, departed last week for his Richfield home. He will stay a few days to rest and attend to business matters.
Mrs Jane Camp arrives from San Francisco and visits her cousin Mrs C W Sho walter for about a week. She plans to settle Vernal affairs during her stay and is described as the sister of the late John Gionn.
Congressman Don B Colton did not return from Spanish Fork after attending an American Legion gathering. He remained for congressional and state Republican conventions to be held in Salt Lake City next Tuesday and Wednesday.
Dan H Hillman from Salt Lake City traveled to Vernal on Tuesday with S D Col ton and stayed several days in the valley in his official capacity. He visited Lapoint on Thursday and plans to visit other Basin sections in the coming days.
8 D Colton former mayor of Vernal arrived Tuesday from Salt Lake cells and will attend important business matters before returning home next Saturday. Colton is greatly improved in health and was pleased to enjoy a visit to Vernal.
Dr Harvey C Hullinger, a veteran of the Grand Army of the Republic and Utah’s oldest member, was seen on the streets greeting friends. He will turn 100 in December and did not attend the national encampment in Boston due to the long distance.
Mr and Mrs Ailsa A Rich arrived Monday from Sas Angreles and Salt Lake City to make Vernal their future home. Mr Rich will open the Rich canal mine. Mrs Rich was formerly Louisa Herdman of Salt Lake City. Mr Rich is the son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Rich.
County Commissioner Victor Bil Unga of Duchesne county and Mrs Bulings visited Mrs Vilate Dudley and her children who had stayed with them since U8B line. They met Mr and Mrs Lester Bingham. With Mrs Annie Dudley they toured the Dinosaur quarry Sunday. Prof Earl Douglass joined them to Vernal on their way back to Duchesne.
John N Davis, president of the Uintah County Woolgrowers, arrived back from the Home Coming celebration at Hober driving a new Studebaker six.
Dr and Mrs H E Rich returned Tuesday evening from Spanish Fork where they traveled as delegates from Vernal to the American Legion and Legion Auxiliary convention.
A report claimed Mord aan mills owned by Mt Dell Lumber company burned to the ground but the news was not confirmed at press time.
Kenneth Thomas, son of Mr and Mrs Byron Thomas, jumped on a fiery nail and ran it through his foot while playing Wednesday. He is resting easy.
Mr and Mrs A C Strong of Salt Lake City and Miss Myrtle McEwan of Provo visited with Dr and Mrs If BEB Rich on Tuesday. Mrs Strong is noted as sister of Dr Hich. Mr Strong works for the Utah State National Bank in Salt Lake City.
Vernal Gun Club defeats Reservation Gun Club with a total of 244 to 227 points. Vernal shooters Jorgensen 45 Hicks 38 Thomas 45 Banks 89 Tyzack 40 Allan 36 led the team. Reservation tally includes Nash 43 A Crumbo 44 H Crumn 29 Pike 36 Owens 32 Wilt Jock 34. No next shoot arrangements reported.
The acd cleaning machinery arrives by Uintah Railway and is installed at the Vernal Milling and Light Company mill ready for custom work this fall.
The Vernht Gun and Rifle club planted two loads of fingerling trout in Ashley valley trout streams. The fish were received from the Whiterocks hatchery.
Prof and Mrs R H Sainsbury depart after three weeks in Infernal. They will send daughter Miss Freda Sainsbury to Washington DC to live with her sister Mrs Clive Davis and attend school. The Sainsburys then proceed to St Johns Arizona where Mr Sainsbury serves as high school principal.
The resident engineer in charge of state road work expects asphalt paving to reach the town center by Saturday evening and then complete the intersection within one week.
Mrs Homer E Rich was chosen by the state convention at Spanish Fork as a delegate to the Legion auxiliary National convention in St Paul Minnesota in October.
The first alfalfa seed was cut at the C L Wall ranch in the Ouray valley with crops cut in various other sections during the week. Seed ripened quickly and the second crop, which seemed like a failure last week, is improving daily and looks favorable for a seed crop.
District court will convene Tuesday September 2 1924 with Labor Day on September 1 and 15. It is not yet known whether Judge Hanson will be present at that time.
Mrs I Allan entertained about 40 guests on Thursday evening August 7 in honor of her sister Mrs William Hanson who leaves soon for rove. Guests included Mrs M E F Ryan visiting with her parents Mr and Mrs Charles DeMolay, Miss Van Duyn Daly and Miss Effie Johnson. Bridge and Mah Jongg were played with Mrs Horace Coltharp winning high score in bridge and Mrs C H Christy winning Mah Jongg. Foliage decorations featured finx and dahlias.
Mrs Tithel Martin hosted a bridge and Mah Jongg soirée Wednesday at her home with fifty guests. Mah Jongg prize went to Adair Tyzack and bridge high score went to Charles De Molly Jr. The home featured golden glow with golds reds and pinks.
Mrs Wab Jarrell announces the marriage of Ester Helen to Willan Justus Jackson on June 7, 1624 in Charleston West Virginia. The couple will reside in Canada and after September 1 at Winding Gulf West Virginia. Mrs Jackson has taught school and will teach again this year.
Vere and Evelyn Johnson hosted a large guest list at their parents Theodore and Mrs Johnsons home. Friday lawn party featured dancing games and music with refreshments served to attendees.
Mr and Mrs Elmer T. Gould of Los Angeles celebrate the birth of a baby girl on July 26, 1924. The mother Lois Glines, formerly of Vernal, is visiting Orden with her mother Mrs M A Glines, brother R H Glines, and sisters Mrs Leah Schofield and Mrs A G Bender.
A health meeting will be held this Friday evening at 8 o clock in the Vernal Second Ward chapel. Dr H Richards of the Bureau of Child Hygiene of the Utah State board of health will speak, cooperatively with the federal board. The public is invited.
Cashier N J Meagher of the Bank of Vernal his wife Mrs Meagher and their children left Tuesday for California on a vacation trip Mrs Meagher will stay in California for the school year while Mr Meagher plans to return in about a month They will visit Bryce Canyon and other southern Utah scenery along the way with several days in the region.
Three bungalows being built in Vernal are nearing completion. Fred Akhurst sits across from William Preece, Jesse Haws opposite WWII Preas, and Samuel Herron west of the Cottage hotel. Total cost upon completion about $15,000. Additional bungalows are under construction in outlying wards.
John Lawrence Boaslan a freight conductor with the UWintah Railway and Miss Florence Emily Hava both of Atchee Colorado were granted a marriage license August 11 1924 and married the same day by Justice Charles S Carter Jr
The Uintah school district presents its annual report for the fiscal year ending June 30 1924. The district handles the largest public funds in the county and readers are urged to review the report with the clerk or board members available to explain any items.
William Wall and Orson Caldwell from Jansen returned from the north western states mission and visited friends in Vernal and the Ashley valley. After meeting on Sunday at Jensen a reception and lunch were held in their honor on the lawn of Bishop T. J. Caldwell's residence.
Prof William F Hanson arrives home Saturday after intensive study at a Chicago conservatory. He plans to move with his family to Provo to teach music at the B Y U training school and open a studio there. Hanson taught music in the United States last year and at Uintah Academy the year before.
Government patents issued to Earley No. 18 and Earley No. 23 placer mining claims as part of the Utah school section mineral land dispute with the federal government. Register Albert Halen notes significant schools and mineral interests involved in the decision.
Federal Aid Project No. 711 A calls for a steel bridge over the Uintah river on the Victory highway about one and one half miles east of Fort Duchesne Utah. The 120 foot span rests on reinforced counterfort abutments and includes revetment work and approach grading. Uintah county paid 500 dollars for plans. no other county cost. Bids open in Salt Lake by August 29 1924 at 2 PM. Governor Mabey announced last year the bridge would be federally funded due to federal reserve land status.
Archie Allen started threshing wheat in Ashley Valley on Wednesday. The food crop fetched about 125 dollars per bushel, and farmers report a moderate wheat and oat crop this year.
Robert Witmer leads a party of fishermen including A B Thomas, Dr J W Stevens, George B Adams, Thomas Spiers and Van Massey on a ten day vacation to Baldy Lakes to spend time fishing.
Last week Seth B Perry sold the Vernal Cleaning Works to Earl J Freeman who arrived from Los Angeles California. Freeman previously worked in tailoring here and plans to add new features to the cleaning plant.
A E. Humphreys of Denver along with Cole and J H Ratliff and Mary E Ratliff of Vernal have filed an application with the federal power commission for a power project on Green River near Split Mountain canyon.
Last week a thirty minute hail storm damaged farms of Charles Wyman James Duvall Charles Perry and George Southam destroying grain seed hay and gardens. The storm concentrated in one section.
Benjamin Cook of Lapoint files for approval with state engineer Lloyd Garrison to appropriate one second foot of water from Deep Creek for irrigation of 70 acres.
J G Peppard Jr and other company representatives bought fifteen cars of Yuma Valley alfalfa seed for 80000 dollars from Farm Bureau Marketing. The Peppard firm also buys about 75 percent of Phoenix field output at 18 cents. They plan to spend two weeks visiting Phoenix and Yuma to arrange seed reception.
Public notice requests death notices be sent promptly to ensure correct dates and names. It warns that forms close Thursday noon and that omissions may occur if not followed.
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