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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1955
Page
11
A Green River Wyoming Star editorial urges readers to shop locally this Christmas. It argues buying at home creates local jobs for youths and saves travel wear and tear, noting some families shop far away then complain about local unemployment.
A Deseret News editorial argues that U S wool payments may reach middlemen through palled wool loopholes, as producers defined by a 30 day slaughter window can be bypassed. It calls for aligning payments with Congressional intent and reducing paperwork while reviewing the program’s effectiveness.
The Oregonian argues that a hog market flood lowers prices as supply outstrips demand. It credits low corn costs and prior hog prices for high production, notes campaigns to boost pork consumption and government purchases for meals, and questions price support as a solution.
A cryptic message contrasts opportunity with preparation, noting a woman who knows her onions may miss chances if she delays. The voice hints at urgency and ambition, referencing patience and readiness for success.
Farmers Home Administration reports near twenty million dollars borrowed for soil and water conservation since the program began. About 79 percent funded irrigation projects including wells pumps and ditches, benefiting some 282000 acres. Loans carry 4 percent interest with up to 20 years to repay and private lenders funded most of the money.
In the Voice of Democracy contest eight years running, Uintah High School students claimed all three top spots with finalists selected from Uintah and Union high schools. Lynn Anderson won first prize, May Beck second, and Zetta Tre third at a Vernal Jaycees banquet. First prize included a radio, second a camera, third a record album. Anderson may advance to the state contest in Provo this month. The national winner offers a $500 scholarship and a television set.
A man introduces a waxed paper raincoat designed for wear in sudden showers and compact storage. It is intended to be sold from vending machines, offering a quick, disposable solution for rainy moments.
A Vernal woman was cited for leaving the scene after a 1955 Pontiac struck the rear of a Ford on US 40 near Second East. Mia Wilma J Taylor, 44, did not stop after the collision. Duane George Wall, 18, of Vernal, was involved. no damage to the Taylor car. Sergeant Sammy Hatch, Utah Highway Patrol, filed the report under Section 57 798.
Mr and Mrs Tony Minardi and daughters Jeannine and Marilyn traveled from Cheyenne Wyoming to stay with Mrs Minardi’s parents Mr and Mrs Charles D Anderson over Thanksgiving. Also staying at the Anderson home Thursday was their niece Jeneal Harrison of Seapoint visiting Jeannine and Marilyn. The Minardis left Vernal for Salt Lake City to visit Mr Minardi’s parents, then returned to Cheyenne where Mr Minardi is a senior claim agent for the Union Pacific Railroad.
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