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Newspaper

Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1907

Page

5

A Good School Opens Second Monday in September

Randlett District No 9 trustees announce a new teacher Miss Lebel Chance, an experienced Utah educator and accomplished pianist. School begins the second Monday in September. patrons urged to be prompt and send pupils. Mrs Kitty Owens, Randlett, Utah, August 27, 1907.

Scool Randlett District No 9 Lebel Chance T Abe Utah Noticc Kitty Owens Randlett

Hartonial Agitator Sees Chance to Reemerge in New Order

In Washington Star excerpts a Hartonial agitator argues that abolishing government would not erase power, predicting they could reappear as a boss in a fresh political system. The exchange questions the stability of anarchy and leadership after a revolution.

Harttonal Washington Star

Death Rates of World Salades Stir Debate

An early note claims the average annual death rate of all standing salades worldwide is over 1,000. The text spins a sensational figure about mortality among plants, tying it to broader concerns about loss and decay.

Watch prize claimed for number 259 at Wood's restaurant

A local notice states number 259 won a watch at Wood's restaurant while number 359 remains undisclosed. Advertisements invite wall paper orders and hanger services from Wooparp & McCoy, plus farm for sale near Co-op store and supplies for school reopening.

Wooparp & McCoy

Local Travel Notes and Appointments Compile

W A Taylor to depart Monday for Louisville visit. George Hislop accepts post with Uintah Railway. A new Western road grader arrives ready for service weighing 2690 pounds. Miss Beatrice Garrett of Denver arrives tomorrow to visit sister Dr Garr ett O Donnell.

Beatrice Garrett Denver Garrett O'Donnell

Judge predicts bright future for Theodore near homestead

Judge J. R Wilson heads to his Theodore area homestead and foresees a strong future for the town. Two cases were disposed of in the Lend office: H. M Redden versus D. Cox and Irvin Caldwell versus Alfred N. Johnson. Officials recommended that the entries be canceled.

J. R Wilson Theodore Lend Office H. M

MacKnight Purchases Eagle Market in Salt Lake City

Joseph F. MacKnight, brother of Jas M MacKnight, has bought the Eagle Market of Frank and Walker. A longtime Salt Lake resident active in politics, he has been residing in Los Angeles the past year due to poor health, and his family will arrive in a few days.

Joseph F. MacKnight Jas M MacKnight Frank & Walker Salt Lake Los Angeles

Sunday School Picnic Brightens Freestone Grove

Congregational Sunday school children enjoyed a picnic in Freestone's grove on Wednesday, sharing games and songs as part of their midweek gathering in town.

Congregational Freestone’s Grove

Sherlie McNeill Returns From Brown's Park Official Visit

Sherlie McNeill arrived back last Saturday after a trip to Brown's Park on official business.

Sherlie McNeill Brown's Park

William Smart Enters State Agricultural College at Logan

William Smart son of President William H Smart travels to Logan to enroll in the State Agricultural College. He leaves home to begin studies and joins the university community for the coming term.

William Smart William H. Smart Logan The State Agricultural College

Wilkins Family Guests Arrive From Provo for Visit

Mr and Mrs Wilkins of Provo stay with their daughter Mrs Warren Johnson county recorder They are joined by their son Bert Wilkins during the visit.

Mrs. Wilkins Provo Warren Johnson County Recorder Bert Wilkins

Juhua Jensen Leaves Uintah Railway for Theodora Homestead

Juhua Jensen resigns from Uintah Railway Company to move two miles above Theodore and run a harness shop and a shoe shop in Theodora this winter. He aims to establish local business operations and settle on the homestead.

Juhua Jensen Uintah Railway Company Theodore Theodora

Hanson and Sister Leave for Salt Lake Mission

William Hanson and his sister Miss Ma bel depart Monday by train to Salt Lake. From Salt Lake Mr Hanson will proceed to Chicago to begin mission work while Miss Hanson remains in Salt Lake for the time being.

William Hanson Miss Mabel Salt Lake Hanson Chicago Miss Hanson

Wanted for cash team and harness mares preferred

A short classified notice from Pt. Duchesne Utah advertises seeking a good team and harness with mares preferred at a listed address. It also notes W H Burton offering a complete line of high grade gloves in all weights and styles with every pair warranted.

Enocu C Lysert Duchesne Utah W. H Burton

First Class Pasture for Horses and Cows at Goodrunning Water

Sate describes a first class pasture for horses and cows with good running water and good shade near Jos Campbell in a rural listing.

Jos Campbell

Go carts for sale and pasture offer near Vernal

Classified notes advertise go carts at cost, a large pasture with good feed water and shade priced at 100 dollars per month located 112 miles east of Vernal, plus a range of saddles and clothing including men boys and gents items from Vernal Harness Shop and Holmes & Co Roosevelt with cheap relinquishments and discounts from W H Burton and G Garett Holmes & Co. Roosevelt Utah.

Vernal Vernal Harness Shop Harry C. Meadows J. Garett Holmes & Co. Roosevelt

Hats for all heads both ladies and gentlemen at Burton's

Local millinery shop Burton's offers a wide range of hats suitable for men and women. Shoppers can find stylish fedoras, bonnets, and varied brims to fit any head size and occasion.

Burton's

Property for sale near Vernal by E. W. Evans

Two good horses one pony and a wagon with harnesses plus a milch cow two heifers a cottage organ and new sawed house logs. Also a city building lot and 35 acres of fall and winter pasture with haystack and a house for rent. Inquire at E. W. Evans Vernal.

E. W. Evans

Strayed black two-year old horse colt near Vernal

Strayed from The Vernal Harness Shop owned by Harry C Meadows a black two-year old horse colt branded on the left shoulder. Notify Ward Muray in Vernal for information and return.

Vernal Harry C. Meadows Ward Mure Ray

Reward Offered for Grey Mare Stray

A reward of five dollars is offered for information leading to the return or whereabouts of a grey mare branded lazy wR on the right thigh. The notice is by W. H. Coltharp.

Lazy Wr

Roosevelt visitors and local travel noted in autumn plans

Local figures like Ifugh Owens and families joined Roosevelts at a conference while J Ho Hardy and Ward I Pack families were among visitors. Harry White returned to Vernal after a year away, Peter Harson went to Salt Lake on legal business, and a Provo trip is planned before September 10. Open duck season runs October 1 to December 30 with ample game expected.

J Ho Hardy Ward I Pack and Family Roosevelt Peter Harson Salt Lake Provo

Mrs Philipp Heads to Chicago for Mulligney Stock

Mrs J Philipp was an outgoing passenger on Thursday morning's stage en route to Chicago to purchase mullig nery for her new store.

J . Philipp Chicago Mullignery

Daughter With Weak Heart Receives Treatment Near River

Mrs W Collett brought her eight year old daughter across Iron White river for medical care. The girl appears to suffer from a weak heart, prompting the journey for treatment.

Party Honors Ray Dillman at Johnson Home

Misa Yazel Johnson hosted a party in honor of Ray Dillman at the home of Mr. Warren Johnson. The event, held last night, drew notable attendees and was described as a brilliant success from every standpoint.

Misa Yazel Johnson Ray Dillman Houlder Colorado Warren Johnson

Miss Burton to resume studies at Saint Marys Academy

Miss Lorna Burton left Tuesday for Salt Lake to continue at Saint Mary's Academy where she will graduate next year. She is a talented musician and artist with recently finished paintings.

Daniels comet fades fast as it nears invisibility

Skywatchers are urged to view the Daniels comet now before it vanishes in two or three weeks. It currently sits about 300 celestial units above the horizon and is visible on clear mornings, rising a few degrees north of east.

Ank

Vernon Carey Acquitted After Preliminary Hearing

Vernon Carey faced a preliminary hearing before Justice James O Neil in the South Ashley precinct on a liquor sale charge to a Mexican woman named La Hue who lived with an Indian. The evidence bound him over, but extenuating circumstances and prior punishment led to his acquittal.

Vernon Carey la Hue James O'Neil South Ashley

Uintah Stake announces counselor reassignments and vacancies

Narden Bennion and Thomas Smart released to President Smart with Colton and Joseph Hardy elected to fill vacancies. Smart reportedly in poor health for six months. Bennion to base permanent Salt Lake headquarters. Frederick G. Bingham and David Bearson elected as counselors.

Narden Bennion Thomas Smart Smart Uintah Stake den B Colton Joseph Hardy Bennion Salt Lake Frederick G. Bingham David Bearson Ingh

Verdal merchant testifies to advertising value

I W Davia, a prosperous Vernal merchant, promoted a Summer Clearance sale with posters and an Express page ad. Since then he has sold fifteen to twenty five wagon loads daily, drawing customers from a radius of about 250 miles.

I W. Davia Filey the Express

National Irrigation Congress Speaker From Moffat Townsite

James Callbreath, a promoter in the Moffat townsite and a key figure in the irrigation movement, will speak at the National Irrigation Congress in Sacramento California next week. The event promises the broadest program of speeches and papers ever for promoting public welfare and will be watched with great interest.

James Callbreath Moffat National Irrigation Congress Sacramento California United States

Steamboat Planned on Green River Wyoming

J. K Bullock and John Glenn report George Solomon is building a steamboat for the Green River between Henrys Fork and Green River City Wyoming. The thirty ton vessel will haul regional products to market with ample coal along the river. Distance noted as 1360 miles.

J. K Bullock John Glenn Wyoming George Solomon Green River Henry’s Fork Green River City

President Smith Tours Ashley Valley and County

President Joseph F. Smith and his wife and son Apostle Hyrum Smith traveled to Salt Lake Monday morning by way of the reservation. He praised Ashley Valley, admired county prosperity, and gave farmers advice on improving homes and keeping fields weed free. Despite advanced age, he remains vigorous and ready for further work.

Joseph F. Smith Hyrum Smith Salt Lake Smith Ashley Valley

Tailor Made Suits and Repairs Offered by Dubendorff Brothers

Dubendorff Brothers, proprietors, offer cleaning and general repair of suits vests and ties. Ladies’ skirts to be revived and samples promised soon. Watch for a special offer on tailor made suits.

Dubendorff -Bros

Co op force busy week taking stock

The Co op force was busy during the week taking stock. This brief notes inventory activity and regular operations within cooperative staff.

Taylor Couple Move to Vernal from Kamas Area

Mr and Mrs J L Taylor relocate to Vernal while Myron Dan Lambert and family of Kamas visit Vernal early in the week. Lambert is noted as a prominent timber man in Summit County.

J. L Taylor Vernal Myron Dan Lambert Kamas Mr. Lambert Summit County

Land Sale From Ft Duchesne To Glenwood Springs Man

Albert Halen of Ft Duchesne sold to John QOasand of Glenwood Springs Colorado a quarter section of land near the town of Moffat.

Albert Halen Ft Duchesne John Qoasand Glenwood Springs Colo Moffat

Barr Musser Visits Vernal Amid County and Ward Ties

Barr W. Musser a Wasatch county commissioner and counselor to Bishop Lambert of the Port Duchesne Ward was seen in Vernal the first of the week.

Barr W. Musser Wasatch County Bishop Lambert Port Duchesne Vernal

Meeks Visit Vernal After Horse Kick Injuries

Alfred Meeks and his wife are visiting Vernal for several days. They own a valuable homestead and Mr Meeks has recovered from injuries suffered when kicked by a horse.

Alfred Meeks Vernal Mr. Meeks

Allan wedding marks social highlight

Lawrence Allan married Miss June Pack in a landmark social event. The couple left Saturday for Ely Nevada and will host friends after September 10 at home. Mr Allan is employed in the drug business in Ely.

Lawrence Allan June Pack Allan I Sly Nevada Allan Ely

Marketing chiefs shift as Vernal Trading Company reshapes leadership

J Morgan of the Utah Credit Mens' Association who has run the Vernal Trading Company's store for a month departs, while Max Weies and William Glassman resume construction of the business.

T J Morgan Utah Credit Mens’ Association Vernal Trading Company Max Weies William Glassman

Ada Damels to Open Ten Night Vernal Engagement

Ada Damels and her company appear at the Vernal Opera House Tuesday night September 4 for a ten nights engagement. The company comes well recommended with the first production The Black Flag. Damels is backed by Sedley Roach EE Torest Fay and a cast including Bred Manning William Yeilam Larry Taylor Joseph Christe Miss Medora Scott Mrs Anna Dale and child actress Yates Swensen.

Ada Damels Vernal Opera House Wuiss Damels Sedley Roach

District Count convenes as term opens

The criminal and civil dockets are unusually large this term. Mrs J B Philipp has bought the millinery department of W I Lar and will open a store around September 16.

J.B. Philipp W.I. Lar

Marriage Licenses Issued In County Clerk Office

The county clerk issued marriage licenses last week to John Harper and Nellie Howell, Lester Tajly and Othel May Irene Wall.

Cense John Harper Nellie Howell Lester Tajly Othel May Irene Wall

Land Office agents tackle long reservation cleanup drive

United States Land Office agents Teed and Shipman survey a long overdue cleanup on the reservation, addressing a large backlog of 4d business and completing 2000 homestead carries amid ongoing efforts to settle claims and clear titles.

Messrs Teed Shipman Specail United States Land Office

Estate of William O Butterfield Receives Proceeds

Administrator reports sale of assets totaling 2.13 percent of value and distribution across Wawattsch and Hunter counties. Proceeds totaled two dollars and thirteen percent of a unit, with thirty five shares allotted to Hunter County and twenty nine to Wawattsch County.

William O Butter Ayer UE Newton, Slass , &buvyRut Diyrdo Univer Cidigie Wawttch Couny Uinter

Storm wrecks road. stage routes diverted near White River

Bob Johnson of Kennedy's notes the recent storm washed out the road to the White River. Repairs will alter the route significantly. Joseph Gurt, from White River to Fort Ducluse, evacuated his cabin near the Wagon Hound Draw as a flood arrived, narrowly avoiding submersion.

Bob Johnson Kennedy’s Toas White River Will Beas

Three year old Coulson dies after choking incident

Coulson son of George CF and Sarah DL died yesterday after three weeks of illness. He swallowed a shell from a 22 caliber cartridge at play, which lodged in his windpipe then settled in the left lung. Doctors Garrett O’Donnell and G I Christy with nurse Bessie Bahn performed an autopsy. The shell was absent but its deadly effects remained. Funeral held this afternoon from the residence.

Coulson George CF Sarah DL Young Pacat Garrett O’donnell G. I. Christy Bessie Bahn Nurge

Also Mentioned on This Page

Walter Lloyd Drug Co ClimCi Bank OF Vernal Ss. R. Bennion J. H. Reader N. J. Meagher Glines Ward Co-op Geo. Gray E Adams W. H. Burton’s Independence’ Mercantile Go Independence, Utah Ama Graim Cc. A W.A Taylor Louisville George Hislop Rare Bargain J. Garnett Holmes & Co Vernal Druc Co W. H. Coltharp Ifugh Owens Duuin Oise Ha Wevelk Harry White Mease Lucern Uintah County Tor Particulars Enquire of Us Uintah Abstract CO
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