PTA Audiences Show Interest in Local Reading Methods
A crowded PTA meeting discussed reading methods in local schools with emphasis on practical classroom use. Speakers highlighted new aids at Central School and the operetta by Sth and 6th graders, while parents planned further discussion with Mr Oldroyd after adjournment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PTA
Metervel
Ashe
Mer Otel
Roy Tate
Audienes
Vereemer
Mello
WA Tacobe
WA Tacobe Mra
Vin Rowe
Oldroyd
Central School
John Stage
Herbert Sayer Anthe
Watkins Seeks 1957 Funds for Colorado River Project
Len Watkins argues for a contingent $5 million supplemental appropriation in fiscal 1957 to begin construction of the Colorado River Project. He notes Eisenhower’s January actions and Senate approval of the Colorado River Storage bill, urges House action next session, and favors early Glen Canyon unit start if authorization is enacted promptly.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Watkins
Colorado River
Eisenhower
Len Watkins
Senate
House
Glen Canyon
TV Reception Plans See Dec 15 For Salt Lake Signal
Prospective TV reception near Grand Junction targets December 15 with expectations of clearer Salt Lake stations. Beams may bounce off clouds or mountains causing intermittent vision. Mr Ashton remains highly optimistic about future expansion including a new station or increased power. Grand Junction currently operates 5:15 pm to midnight daily. Various antennas and roof installations are under consideration with Philco engineers due soon to advise. Demonstrations available in Vernal stores and hardware departments daily after 5 pm.
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Salt Lake
Ashton
Grand Junction
Philco
Dennis Goodrich Returns From Far East Navy Tour
Dennis J Goodrich metalsmith second class USN returns aboard the Theodore E Chandler after a six month Far East tour. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Darrell Goodrich and husband of Mrs Singioia Goodrich of Tridell. Ships of Destroyer Division Itl are due back December 11 in San Disko California.
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Itl
San Disko
Calif
Far East
Theodore E Chandler
Dennis J Goodrich
USN
Darrell Goodrich
Singioia Goodrih
Tridell
Santa Claus Day lights up Vernal with festive decorations
Santa Claus Day committee led by CHEF Perry and Yomer Roberts plans Christmas lights on Main Street and Vernal avenues. Funds from merchants, city, and Uintah County back decorations. Utah Power and Light donates nightly ladder assistance. Jaycee and Jaycee-ettes organize home lighting contest and decorations work session with community volunteers.
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Willy Samy
Chak
Dery
Cob Sorengen
Ohateryan
Aminane
Alan Mia
Hemner
Main Street
Thame
Rentail
Vernal
Uintah County
Jaycors
Utah Power and Light Company
Sorensen
Chef Perry
Yomer Roberts
Grant Parry
Bert Carroll
Jaytees
Lynn King
Cal Sorensen
Clyde Wilkins
Jayces-eties
Jaycee-ettes
LaMar Hawkins
AL Hickins
Ken Sewards
Glenn Cooper
Jaycee-dles
Vernal Avenue
LDS Missionaries State Homecomings Reported
Bruce Preece recently returned from the Western Canadian Mission and spoke at Vernal First Ward at 7 30 pm. He is the son of Earl B Preece and Mrs. Preece and served as president of the Okanagan district. Ward was received Wednesday night by Mr and Mrs Chellus Caldwell as their eldest son Max would be in Salt Lake City December 14 from the North.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bruce Preece
Vernal First Ward
Earl B Preece
Okanagan
Chellus Caldwell
Max
Salt Lake
Barcee Lyn Smith Fimeral Weld in Vernal Ward
Funeral services for Barcee Lyn Smith Fimeral Weld were held in Vernal 2nd Ward. Attendees included family, out of town relatives, and local community members. burial followed at Rockpoint Cemetery. Barcee Lyn Smith was born May 9 1957 in Vernal and is survived by her parents and siblings.
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Barcee Lyn Smith
Fimeral
Weld
Vernal
Dana
Hari Fyn Smith
Wimo
Wilma Potter Smith
Louis Fife
Daddy
Frank Walker
Gols Urickson
Punt Batty
Rockpoint
Bareco Lyn
Drell Perry
Effie Wolfeltz
Duane Wolfeltz
Melvin Saccomanno
Salt Lake City
Jay Holfeltz
Magno
Joe Jensen
Provo
Evan Perry
George Perry
Lawrence — Stevens Meeker
Dollie Smith
E} Cajon Calif
Betty Smith
Craig, Coto
River Crossings Progress Amid Emergency Preparations
Mr McWhorter notes two lines being laid to feed in for emergencies with gate valves to divert gas if repairs are needed. A third crossing near Linwood Wyoming requires 18 skilled men, four tractors, and heavy equipment. The Green River's currents and sand cause risk. 3500 lb concrete weights every 30 feet secure the pipe. Estimated cost runs into thousands of dollars. Central States Mission reports due December 18 in the Fifth Ward.
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McWhorter
Sweetwater County
Wyoming
Linwood
Utah
Green River
Central States
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Rath Siddowry
Hind
Minnwaring
Davi Roberts
Carl Tt Richens
Jesse
Stake
Lynn N Murdock
Alwyn Call
Richard H Magleby
Lewis Fife
God
Dwayne Case
Lloyd Clement
Glade Sowards
Lee Caldwell
Fster Manwaring
Roberta
Dennis Goodrich
Far East Navy
Santa Clana
Percy
Santa
LDS
CMA
Revlon
Helena Rubinstein
Hattie Carnegie
FILM
Kodak
Lincoln
Tinker Toys
Vernal Livestock Auction Co
Everst
Coon
E,w. Coon
Firestone
Searle's Saving Center Tour
Pires Dea
West Main
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