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Newspaper

Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Dec 17, 1931

Page

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Basin Line Construction Planned In Uintah Basin

The Mountain States Telephone and Telegraph announces a $315000 Utah Idaho project. About $300000 will stay in Utah with $200000 for the Uintah Basin line linking to Colorado. Regular maintenance and past jobs total $5000, plus $30000 for Ogden. Surveys completed. work to begin soon. Ropes and poles to be sourced locally.

Utah Idaho Hountain States Telephone Telegraph Company Lake City Focatella Offisays Orson J. Hyderah Uintah Basin Colorado T Lake Ogden Dade Ork Tia Ntahrmountains

Uintail State Bank Declares Semi Annual Dividend

The Uinted State Bank declares a regular semi annual dividend at a meeting on ember 16 totaling four and one percent. A $2500 reserve for loans was approved despite adverse national conditions. J A Cheney delivered a favorable annual report noting satisfactory deposits and limited loan reductions, signaling a sound local economy.

Ember Lso Ashier J A Cheney Ank

Vernal Adds Efficient Generating Plant to Cozy Intermountain Grid

The auxiliary plant of the energy and light company began operation last Friday and delivers improved service. The new generating plant easily handles demand for Vernal and its environs, boasting one of the finer systems in the Intermountain region. Congratulations to J Anderson, hotel manager, on the improvement.

Ener & Light Company Derson Hocel

State tax commission fixes Lye stock valuations for 1532

The state tax commission on Tuesday fixed the valuation of Lye stock for assessment in 1532 with range cows priced at 15 to 19 dollars, two year old steers at 20, lighter calves at 8 to 6, heifers and yearling stock at 14 to 18.

State

Utah Boys Sweep Honors at American Royal Livestock Show

Lawrence Simmons of Spanish Folk high school won the overall Livestock Judging title among 90 competitors. He earns a 5000 scholarship from the Hansek City Chamber of Commerce to study agriculture. Spanish Fork placed high in swine sheep and meats judging, Bear River FFA earned second nationally, and Scott Hawley was elected Vice President of the Western States delegation.

Lawrence Simmons Kansas City Simmons United States Hansak City Chamber of Commerce Bear River Future Farmers of America Bear River High School Scott Hawley Ittchfield Utah

Medical Association Elects Officers in Uintah Basin

The Uintah Basin Medical Association met at Roosevelt and elected Dr Miles Harris as president, Dr Pauling as vice president, Dr I E Rich as secretary and treasurer, with Dr Clain and Dr Witmore named as delegates. Seven active members now. next meeting set for January 19 in Vernal.

Uintah Basin Medical Association Roosevelt Miles Harris Pauling Vernal I E Rich Claln Witmore Er Warris Fpe John Fort Ducheane Myton Rich Pauling Christy

Scout Meetings Set With Talks by A A Anderson

Three special Scout meetings are scheduled Sunday. At 10 a m in the semin ary a session for Boutmasters on scoutmaster training. At 2 p m in the same building a course for troop committeemen. At 7 30 p m in Maeser chapel a public session with A A Anderson of Privo Timpanogos Council as speaker and Mezer choir offerings.

Maeser A. A Anderson Privo Timpanogos Council Mezer

Son of Las Vegas to Wed in December

The wedding is planned in Las Vegas on December 24 with a Las Vegas born groom and his fiancé planning to establish residence in Nevada after the ceremony.

Son Las Vegas Las Vegaea Nevada

PIONEERS REMEMBER HARD WINTER AND GARNERING HOPE

The narrative recalls a harsh winter of 1870 with settlers near Vernal facing scarcity as cattle died and flour ran out. Indians briefly entered the fort, eighteen men rode to assess damage at the K Ranch, and fuel, grain, and corn sustained families during grinding shortages.

Blue Mountain K Ranch Gurtons

Wool Checks For 1930 Clip Mailed By Uintah Farm Bureau

Uintah Farm Bureau reports final settlement for the 1930 wool clip. A $352.20 check is issued to the Bureau, with two-year scope, and grading details show wool quality across more than 500 growers. Agent Peterson notes most producers will receive substantial final payments while some get nothing. He urges care to avoid dirt and foreign matter in wool and proper feeding to prevent fibre breaks.

Uintah Farm Bureau E Peterzon Farm Bureau National Wool Marketing Corporation Peterson Boston Egeinst

Ogden Visit By Supervisor And Mrs J O Stewart

The supervisor and Mrs J O Stewart are in Ogden this week for meetings and local engagements. They are engaging with community leaders and touring regional sites during their itinerary.

J. O Stewart Ogden

Thanksgiving Turkeys Bring High Market Prices Across West

The Northwestern Turkey Growers' Association reports checks totaling nearly 150 000 dollars will be distributed to Utah Idaho Colorado Montana Washington Oregon Nevada and Wyoming members. Net prices hinge on 34.5 cents per pound for prime birds in New York 32 5 cents in Los Angeles and 32 3 cents in San Francisco after freight and overhead deductions.

Utah-Idaho Herbert Beyers Issatant Devera Tnit Utah Idaho Colorado Montana Oregon Nevada Wryor New York Los Angeles San Franciso North Western Association Sister States Turkey Organization Eaid Beyers Gemod Beehive Unederway

Leadership Week at Brigham Young University Set for January

The eleventh annual Leadership Week at Brigham Young University runs January 25 to 28 with the theme The World of Tomorrow. Organized by the Extension Division the event features departments on economic conditions social reconstructions science education health and political problems with daily assemblies and evening entertainment for guests.

Brigham Young University

Ashley Upper Irrigation Company Holds Annual Meeting

The Ashley Upper Irrigation Company held its annual meeting at Uintah Abstract office. Secretary Adair Tyzack read and approved the annual report. New directors elected for the coming year were Wm. P. Vernon, Walter Simper, George E. B. Wilkins, with Adair Tyzack named secretary.

Ashley Upper Irrigation Company Uintah Abstract Office Adair Tyzack Wm. P. Vernon Walter Simper George EB. Wilkins

Congress opens with Democrats in control and Garner elected speaker

The Seventy second Congress begins with Democrats holding the House as J N Garner of Texas is elected speaker amid cheers. In the Senate the vote drifted with debate over pro gressives and the oath ceremonies included Mrs Caroline Caraway, widow of the late senator. Many new members take office and the House adopts new rules expanding discharge of bills. Protesters from the Communist hunger marchers appear at the Capitol and the Navy and Army budgets face scrutiny.

John Nanes Garner Texas Seventy Second Congress Yella Senate Moses New Hampshire Gona Norris Nebraska Pittman Nevada Sonete Wee Mrs. Tattle Caraway Arkaness Sir Garner Garner Snell Schneider Wisconsin Royale Minnesota Jane Farmer-Laborite Sourss House Congress Capitol Building White House Valu E Forta Tome

Large Crowd Attends Rites For William Wall

Funeral services for William Bul Wall were held in Jensen ward chapel on Sunday at 1 p m, the first military funeral ever held in Jensen. A large crowd attended as Wall, a World War veteran from Jensen, was honored by the American Legion post and local speakers.

Norman Oobison William Stringhim William B Wallin George W. Cahoon Mabel Stege Mas Jorgensen Vernal Jensen Ward Cherge Armesta Caldwell Ernest Eaton Charles T. Pope Archie Johnon Uintah Stake Oraon Caldwell Bil Miraton Hriver EB. Smith American Legion

University of Utah Museum Transfer to Geology Building

The University of Utah moves its fossil and mineral collection into the remodeled Geology Building under Dr. Midernick J Pack. The museum showcases dinosaurs and other Utah finds, with a nearly twelve foot leg on display and space for expanding holdings to benefit the public. Readers with fossils are asked to contact the university to contribute specimens and rare minerals for display.

University of Utah Ita Midernick J Pack Muse

Funeral planned for Sender Bander in Ogden

Father of I Sander Diss 5 Wenesday at Ogden will leave for Ogden Saturday to serve funeral of his father Sender who died after an illness of ten days. Deceased born June 32 1865 in Wirdum Holland, son of Lultje and Dlewerke Hoying Bander. Survived by six sons and daughters and 237 grandchildren. Funeral services to be held in Ogden Sunday.

Ape Holland Albert W Bell Arn Sander Ogden Gee Ferguson Carlin Nev Isa Sine Bander Vernal Mia Cornellus Teerlink Salt Lake Wenry Bell Texas Izabrand Sender Kentucky

A V Lewis Returns From Butte Mont Visit

Uintah Bazin agent for a Texas company returned from Butte Montana after a four day conference at the director offices. He spoke of the weather in Montana bringing milder sunshine and better conditions for the Abster Basin project.

A. V. Lewis Texas Company Butte Mont Dirleren Abster

Congress assigns Colton to public works and irrigation committees

The report states Representative Don B. Colton was assigned to the public works and irrigation committees of the House. Details indicate redistricting impacts and committee responsibilities as part of the chapter on congressional assignments.

Don .B. Colton Red Rund

Vernal News Mixes Snow, Weddings and Local Notes

Two inches of snow fell in Manilla December 7 as the community reports events from Naples ward winning a basketball game 23 18 over Vernal Second ward to wedding ceremonies and new civic appointments. John T Rasmussen elected president of Union Canal Company with Richard A Taugh and Ray Paulson as directors. Lynn Ashton travels to Utah for a study on county procedures and support for Vernal. Florence Wilson and Parley Ford wed with Justice Time n Denton officiating at the bride’s home. baby boy born to Mr and Mrs Joseph Adrianalp. invitations issued for the marriage of Miss Clydia Carter and Mr J Hodekirk at the bride’s home. Sheriff Preece moves a prisoner to the state prison for horse theft and assault.

Man Cory Sero WV. Showalter Orpheus H &Sainsbury Fern Young Naples John T. Tasmussen Union Canal Company Jen Itichard A. Taugh Ray Paulson Lynn Ashton Prova Utah County Vernal N Dennton Parley Ford Mia Florence Wilson John FR. Wilson Joseph Adrianalp Clydia Carter J Hodekirk Afr Joseph Abplanalp Qglires Preece Ana Tada

Ward White Improves Health, Friends Glad

The mang friends of Ward White will be glad to know that he has improved in health.

Ward White

County Clerk Orders Halt on Bounty Certificates

County Clerk Wilson Murray received late Auditor Vint Ajax’s instructions to cease issuing bounty certificates. The move halts a local program and shifts responsibility to the auditor’s office.

Wilson Murray Vint Ajax

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Basin Line Uintan Basin Uintail State Medical Association Elects OUR Pioneers Isaac Burton and Annie Frisby Burton Bureon Green River City Wyoming Green River Burton Blyth and Mitchell Bank of Vernal W.P Mack, Cole Hoover Mellon Germany Edward W. Pickard J. N. Garner Navy W. C. Gardiner Navy Rescue Stimson Usmond Committee Stevens M Onal Guard Adshess B. Upham Bureau of Navigation Defenax Ih Wm. Wall Seneren U. of U. Museum Sander Wenesday Oma Wee Eee Vettah High CHO U. HS. Cald
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