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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1909
Page
4
A jumbled notice discusses the works of novelist Crawford, with mentions of a new novel, travel notes by a tourist, and reactions from critics. The fragment hints at a publisher’s rollout and expectations for Crawford’s next book, citing a Chicago observer and a Baltic traveler.
Fragmented text references fresh air theory and tubercle bacilli, noting that not all consumptives benefit from fresh air. Mentions Lyndon GChror and a search for methods used by victims.
The article notes 48 mills in the south use about 4 million tons of seed annually. It describes 2608 presses and 2759 buildings involved in cotton seed oil and byproducts, with annual seed production value around 8.5 million dollars and further revenue from oil cake hulls and linters. It mentions limited current seed crushing for export.
The fragment discusses West Point cadets in a class, naming generals Sherman and others, noting rankings among a large cohort. It references training steps, drill practice, and notable cadet standings in a lengthy class context.
A damaged text fragment mentions Prins and Sriurrewes and fuel wind pylons. It references data, odds, and terms of endearment with unclear context. The readable parts suggest a discussion of objects around a location and possible environmental concerns.
A fragment discusses the idea that normal life is good for conscience and aims to expose the abnormal pursuit of distinction and popularity. It argues that greatness is framed as abnormal and questions society’s obsession with notoriety, noting examples of athletes and public figures.
A virtually unknown Native American runner defeated a field of 30 top distance riders on Thanksgiving Day to win a major race. His astonishing victory left the crowd and officials astonished as he continued to win races with ease, including a Boston Marathon finish and a win over a contingent of United States and Canadian opponents.
A talk before the Association of Surgeons of Millioon traces anesthetic methods from medieval pain relief to modern practice. Klein notes that during the middle ages surgeons used substances to dull sensation, with references to Theodorus of Cherslia's 12th century pain remedy and early inhalation and injection methods emerging around 1160.
A community workshop article highlights new roles for women in a dining setting. The piece notes women taking seats at the counter, serving and cooking choices, and the impact on daily meal options. Jane Watson and others contribute familiar faces to the work.
A fragment describes a man moving to rural estates near a village, enduring long waits for replies, and planning to mail multiple letters at once from the station after a journey by donkey. The tone hints at official duties and villagers’ fatigue with correspondence.
An obscure record describes a visit to a prayer group by AMC figures. A committee of about six members supported a petition to obtain a license, citing local social ties and moral concerns amid tense community scrutiny.
John McAndrews sustained a bad ankle sprain and body bruises after falling about thirty feet from a bridge over the wash near Uintah Railway stage. Initial fears of internal injury proved unfounded. he was later transported toward Vernal by car to join superintendent Yeury Lickson.
A dispatch dated August 23 reports Union Pacific forces near Craig seeking fig options on property and a right of way toward Steamboat Springs. The action signals plans to invade the Moffat road territory, with Mohler noting Craig as a key northwest town. The connection to Routt Rio Grande and Eagle counties remains unclear.
An Army Corps of Engineers investigation concludes the Green River and Grand River cannot be made navigable from Green River to Moab by deepening. The report, authorized by Congress in 1909, was issued by Lt Charles C Leets. Public comment ends September 1 at the Engineering Corps offices in the Colorado Building, Washington.
John E. Zirkle of Philippi Wey Va reports his father aged sixty suffered eighteen months with diarrhoea. After trying many remedies he used Chamberlains Colic Cholera and Diarrhoa Remedy and was cured by one bottle. He is now sound and well and can work as a younger man. Sold by Vernal Drug Co.
Public notices from Vernal and Manila Utah detail mining claims and intentions to prove up lode claims. Witnesses named include Cyrug A Thompson Christian Johnston Leroy Goodrich Ray Lickup. extensive timber sale bids in Ogden with minimum bids and deposits specified. notices dated August 1909 referencing Uintah County and Salt Lake vicinity.
Walter B H Dunton of Rock Springs Wyoming has filed for a mineral land entry under Serial No 02385 in the Nw40 Sw4 Sec 27 Tp 3 N R 23 W Salt Lake meridian. Objections based on mineral character or other reasons must be filed by August 22, 1909 with Charles DeMoisy, Register.
Constant L Wailing of Whiterocks Utah filed notice of intention to make final confirmation to establish a land claim described as lot 2 section 2 township 1 range 1 east Uintah meridian. The filing was made before the Register and Receiver at the United States Land Office At Vernal Utah on September i 1909. Witnesses listed include Christian Johnson Harmon Alutinus Leroy Goodrich and Williams Gueen all of Whiterocks Utah.
In the District Court Probate Division Uintah County Utah Laulhoseberry and lalph Kogeberrs plaintiffs Littgburg Salt Lake Oil Company defendant notify all persons holding or claiming liens on the property to consult the county clerk or respective signers for further information.
William Ellery Channing argues that an earnest purpose creates time for self improvement. Steady daily effort, economy of earnings, and faithful use of small moments transform brief seasons into substantial growth. Focused work at home yields unexpected accumulations of knowledge.
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