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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1897
Page
4
Readable items include plans for brick store rooms by Harry Yarnell on BE Wilkins Camp property, a dance at Local Hall Friday, attorney J T McConnell en route for Provo, and promises of Triumph steel ranges by E W Davis & Co. Also noted are cattle and horse trade, a concert by Neilson Company, a formal wedding announcement, and local shop changes.
U S buyers purchase Cascareta Candy Cathartia at two million boxes per year with projections of three million by year end. Shineana merit claims Cascarete as the most delightful bowel regulator for year round use, offered in 10c 25c and 50c boxes, with a drugstore guarantee.
An advertisement touts Cascarets candy as a gentle medical discovery that cleanses the system and relieves colds headaches fever constipation and biliousness. It urges readers to buy a box from Vernal Ding Company and local druggists with prices 10 25 and 60 cents.
The notice describes a local dance and theater event at Van's restaurant priced at five cents per couple. It mentions attendees from a nearby reservation and notes exchanges of wagons via Uncle Sam. The passage also cites a court suit involving John McKenchuse and Joseph Tentham and includes various local notices about education and travels.
An old advertisement promotes Onsecrets as a blood purifier promising a clear skin and impurity removal. It urges readers to begin today to banish blemishes and purples by taking the product, sold for ten cents at Vernal Drug Company.
Notice of annual meeting of stockholders set for December 6 1897 at 2 PM in the Stoke House Vernal Utah. Purpose to elect officers and conduct business. directed by board secretary W I Gasov with date November 19 9971.
United States Commissioner Twomey ordered the release of One Carry from prison under congressional provisions for the poor. Carry had been convicted of selling liquor to Indians, sentenced to 13 months and a $300 fine, served time, but could not pay the fine. He was held to work off $300 at $2 daily until 30 days’ work, then released after swearing worth under $20 in nonexempt property. Attorney Fred T. McGurrin argued the case.
The program lists a Saturday December 4 meeting for teachers. Highlights include Grammar by Mr Hutchinson and J P Rudy on cultivation of Asemory, Drawing class work by D L Titchards, and History by Mr Hutchinson. RB L Wood is noted as ward historian.
An Orange Judd Farmer article argues farm bred boys possess stronger health, character, and work ethic than city bred youths. It contends country upbringing provides a robust moral foundation and practical grounding for success in farming and other fields, urging appreciation of rural life.
An old advertisement touts Cascarets Candy Cathartic as a liver stimulant and intestinal tone remedy. It claims relief from bilious headaches fever piles and numerous ailments by cleansing the digestive system. The ad offers iron box samples and a booklet for free via Vernal Drug Company.
The Silver King Mining Company in Vernal Uintah County Utah announces an assessment of per share on capital stock due immediately payable to the secretary. Delinquent shares after December 8 1897 will be sold at public auction, with costs of sale and advertising added, unless payment is made before sale on January 8 1898. By order of the Board of Directors W H Gasey secretary November 2 1897 Vernal Utah.
Notice to members of Ashley Upper Trigation Co. The annual meeting will be held at Glines Ward School House on Monday December 6 1897 at 2 pm to elect officers and conduct other necessary business. Also that the 7ids cash assessment is annual. By order of the Board of Directors. Jit Rudy, Sec.
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