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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1922
Page
8
The Vernal Express announces its Christmas Edition will be issued December 16. The cover is described as highly artistic and several excellent articles are in the works. Advertisers are urged to submit copy early to ensure top quality art and layout. A copy sent to friends is presented as Christmas cheer.
W. P. Ellsworth of Randlett was noted as a business visitor during the week, indicating active commercial travel. He interacted with local firms and reported potential opportunities arising from his visit. The report underscores ongoing regional business activity and networking.
Charles son of Ray Hichens of Glines is reported quite ill with pneumonia. Family requests prayers and updates as condition develops.
The Christmas Edition of the Ver nol Express is published on December 16. The notice notes holiday issue release and timing for readers seeking special feature content.
Mrs Warren Gillings arrived from Rainbow and is staying at the home of her sister Mrs Zilpha W Wellman.
Vernal Express announces holiday edition preorders at 15 cents per copy with wrapping service available. Customers encouraged to order early for Christmas delivery and convenient gift wrapping.
Irte, daughter of Marshal Hi. A. Miller, underwent appendicitis surgery Sunday afternoon and is reported to be progressing well.
Born to My and Mrs. Frank P. Wellman a girl Monday morning November 27. Mother and babe doing fine.
An examination for the Lapoint postmaster will be held at Fort Duchesne on December 2. Applicants must be residents of the territory served by the Lapoint office.
B F Nickerson 73 and Mrs Julia Colby 62, both of Attonah, received a marriage license Thursday November 23 from County Clerk Charloa Katch.
On Wednesday December 6 Ulstah county will hold elections for school board positions. Incumbents C B Bartlett and A G Goodrich seek re election as districts join the ballot.
Theodore Collier a missionary from Davis wardo writes from Shreve Port Louisiana that he is en route to Baton Rouge where he will labor for the church and community efforts in the capital city
W G King traveled from Watson to Vernat on business on Thursday. He found the roads very slick and only reached Jensen by Wednesday night. Mrs Warren Billings accompanied him on the trip.
Wilford Whitlock of Leeton Cash visited Vernal on Wednesday to attend courthouse matters. He stated his section is f0ck ing fine, and discussed business during the trip.
James O Nord of the hard saw mill was in Verna Saturday and Sunday, returning Monday with lumber. He plans to leave next week for his home in St George after selling his mill bag.
W. C. Le Hane of Berkeley California has spent days touring the country studying conditions. He is impressed with local resources and foresees a bright future for the area.
Paul S Hanson of Roosevelt and his partner visit Vernal on business and plan to return Thursday morning. They report the sheep industry improving with brighter prospects ahead for the trade and its future.
Up until closing on Wednesday evening the County Treasurer’s office was the busiest place in Vernal with tax payers waiting in the hall. Letters received were numbered and several thousand will be opened after the doors close.
Miss Helen Libbie Webb daughter of Mr and Mrs BE Webb and Frank Lewis son of Mr and Mrs WW Lewin were married Thursday evening November 23 at the home of Mr and Mrs Lewis by Rev GA Downey A wedding supper was served to immediate family members.
A note questions census figures showing 19 children reducing state revenue by 475 dollars to Uintah county school board. The missive argues taxes raised for schooling do not cover education costs and asks readers to consider the impact on teachers’ salaries.
Saturday night a representative elect and Airs Siddoway were surprised when guests invited by their daughter Miss Fay Siddoway gathered at their home for entertainment. The evening featured the new game Stung with eleven to twelve tables and prizes awarded to Mr Leally Ashton and Postmaster EJ Young Jr. A luncheon followed, with an elaborate dinner and socializing among attendees including Ali and Mrs Richard Jynsen Charlies Carter Jr and families and Mrs LL W Curry among others.
The Colorado state supreme court sitting en banc held the Moffat tunnel act constitutional, approving the plan to build a railroad through the continental divide at an estimated cost of about 6 million dollars. The act, passed by a special session of the general assembly, affirms Judge Samino Johnson's district court opinion from Golden.
A quiet wedding was solemnized Wednesday evening November 8 at the Methodial parsonage by the Rev R. H. Forrester with Miss Dally Gd Johnston and Mr Charles A. Benzion of Watson Utah as contracting parties. Epp Caraten pon of this city, a friend of Mr Lob aien, was one witness. They will return to Watson where the groom is manager of a large mining company.
Monday evening Mira Edith Lawrence hosted the Bachelor Girls club in an elaborate manor at her home. The study on the wonders of Egypt and the file arts displayed in public buildings was presented by Mr. S M Logan. Table decorations were beautiful.
The Democratic and Republican state campaign committees filed expense accounts with the secretary of state. Democrats disbursed or promised to discharge 6,626. GS and 1,622.13 on November 6. They collected 6,709.25. Republicans spent 20,676.61 after collecting 19,605.15.
Sunday evening Sherman Davis and Leonard White were arrested for drunkenness. White, described as especially violent with a white mule, kicked in doors at Mrs. Sessions and was taken into custody. Sherman Workman was fined $50 by Justice Eaton. earlier Thanksgiving arrests await trial.
At a meeting of Emerald Oil Company the fifth dividend in the past year was declared at 5 cents per share. This Thanksgiving slice matches prior payments, taking 2.0 cents per share this year. Only four dividends were expected by stockholders in the company.
Clerk A G Goodrich reports Uintah County census shows 3011 pupils this year, down from 3030 last year. The decrease of 19 is less than the 4288 decline expected from other counties, indicating a modest drop in enrollment.
Albert Freestone, on his fourteenth birthday, raised 30 bushels of Bloody Butcher corn from a quarter acre. His father, Louis Freestone, grew Swadley corn yielding 99 bushels per acre. The boy, a Junior Club member, won first prize at the fair. samples are at E A Manker’s office.
The partition between two small rooms used for teaching has been removed and Mrs Ells Merkley will commence teaching at Vernal Junior High Monday. This will make the fifth teacher employed there. Improvements to the 100 building include better lighting and removal of objectionable features in Mrs Witmer's room.
County physician reports two homes in Ashley ward quarantined for scarlet fever while Naples ward shows no new cases outside quarantined houses Letpoint sees few new cases but spread appears checked Authorities urge calling for fumigation and thorough investigation for suspicious eye infections Isolate all suspicious sicknesses until the nature is confirmed No cases reported in Vernal city.
The Current Toplez club met on November 24 with Mrs William Stringham in Maeser. Members answered roll call with short stories and a dainty lunch was served by Afra Stanley Ashton and Miss Flora Odekirk assisting.
A birthday surprise for Mrs. Darla Hatch featured about twenty friends who gathered for card games and meals. Guests brought thoughtful gifts including generous tokens and homemade treats, with a festive luncheon shared among attendees.
Wednesday evening at seven o'clock President A G Woodrich performed the marriage of Misa Ethel Southam and William Janels Morton, making them husband and wife. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. George H. Southam. the groom hails from Tennessee. A wedding supper was served at the bride's home.
Friday night Mrs William Whitbeck eight gave a birthday surprise to Mr Whitbeck. Guests sat at two tables with Chrysanthemums and a splendid turkey dinner. Music and chat filled the evening with family and neighbors including John Davis and family, Sidoway family, Carter Jr, Eaton, Jensen, Davis, Whitbeck Jr, Ethel Martin, Harold Reader and Hickman relatives.
A 41 pound Illinois turkey named Supreme III, fattened on chocolates, prepares for its trip to the White House. The bird will ride in a prepped motor truck with Harding family gifts, escorted by the Morris and Company club after a prior send to President Harding in the canal zone.
Naples ward reorganized its bishopric at a Sunday ward conference with Charles M Iveron sustained as bishop Byron Goodrich named first counselor and Ewer Manwaring second counselor Alert Goodrich ward clerk. The change follows Bishop Kaller Remington's departure for mine work.
United County livestock inspector WA Stevenson reported favorable cattle conditions after inspecting herds in Emery County with deputy Dr A J Webb noting no scabies present following the tour and inspection.
Howard Elliott editor writes in the Union Pacific Magazine about Uintah Basin’s potential for growth. The piece outlines geography population water power crops minerals coal and industry prospects as Salt Lake City businessmen toured the region. The full article appears in the Christmas Edition.
Utah county commissioners met after a telegram from state road engineer C Means warned that narrow tire wagons cut twisting sections and cannot be accepted. The board voted to comply with the race saw guidance on narrow tires and to enforce notices along state highways with John L. McGonkin as county road agent, promising prosecutions against violators.
Representative Eli Sander reports that the Red Cross committees secured support in Uintad county, lifting the campaign to close on a Wednesday and raising funds for a loan benefiting the local chapter for emergencies and health needs.
The December term jury panel includes Homer D Ford Watruon W Taylor Ouray W B P Elsworth Handlett C B Merkley Tiddell G Alexander Hugh Snow Joseph Marionerie Nhe Jgy Larsen Whiterocks Highard Cox Fort Du thesnp David Hill Hdward B Woolley J H Boddy W O S Ashroh Rob ert L. Johnston Robert L. Aycock Bo Stringham Marion K Striffer George W Perry George Langstqin Lewig Breestone George A Slaugh Joshua C Hall Alonzo McOsrrell John F E Glines and Henry Greeny Vernit
Next Monday afternoon at 230 in the Vernal Commercial rooms will be held the annual election of officers for the American Jafgrant Auxiliary for the ensuing year. A full representation of members is expected. Sybil Collyer Secretary.
The stage adaption The Courage of Margo O Doone will be shown at Vogue Theatre on Saturday December 2. Aimed as a gleaming love story with adventure in the Arctic, the plot follows Dark| Ratub and Marge Q Doone with a trained bear and a wolf dog as they escape smugglers and bad men. The tale begins in a snowy Arctic night and ends at a remote night encampment, with thrilling incidents and heroism amid harsh wilderness.
A local event lists Dr Var Lewry as a rival to Tawis Jewelry Store in Pernaal on Saturday December 2. The summary notes an appointment for fitting glasses and a score indicating 18-10, reflecting a contained, sportlike outcome in a small community event.
The Ashley Central Irrigation Company announces its stockholders meeting at the company office in the Co-op Block, Vernal Utah, on Monday December 4 1922 at 2 00 PM. Also mentions a stray irrigation ditch incident involving a boy and a thirteen inch fragment discovered east of town.
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