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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1936
Page
2
An immense Vernal crowd celebrated Monday evening as Santi Claus arrived and touched the downtown district into brilliant light. Seventy hundred children shared in the festive scene, with the Junior Chamber of Commerce credited for organizing a beautified event that fostered community spirit and cooperation.
In a five week inquiry, the Independent argues that the cost of living rises not from a single price but from a web of taxes embedded in every loaf of bread. It notes that taxes are paid by farmers, millers, and others, distributing the burden across goods and services.
Special correspondent Ashington reports a Washington conference among presidents and lawmakers weighing constitutional curbs on the court. Debates center on an amendment requiring two thirds approval, an earmarked nonreview clause, and potential court reforms debated as conservative justices influence outcomes.
An early report notes ongoing work on a large building by Vernal Broond ward, with rapidly progressing efforts on the tidale and beauty of the 913, and a rough wall nearing completion. The structure, planned for the district, promises benefit from new facilities and a durable masonry finish as progress continues.
Remnance items note May 15 contest filings in the Vernal land office and homestead contests on Uintah land. County Clerk Tanson transfers licenses to Wiles at King, Amends Cobb, Ea, McRre and Gertrudy Thompson. A teachers meeting at Central School discusses recitations and scholarships. George Allred and Miss Joie Pierson wed with dances at Roberta Hall Merril. P Jensen begins district court acts. The Hache mine and Brown's Park locations are mentioned in dispute. Families celebrate new births and eighty year anniversaries, with local youths and residents noted.
Provo Utah report notes Caulder of Vernal named charter member of the Viceroys at Brigham Young University. He is a graduate of United High School and now majors in art at NYU Hawan selected historian of the Viceroys. The social unit systems at BYU were created to replace old fraternities and sororities, reducing social barriers in line with university policy.
At Union Meeting on November 20 the stake Sunday School board was reorganized with Alrd Merkley as counselor, Ernest John as presiding officer, Wallace Jepman as high council member, and Frank Gonarich stepping aside. Walter Ney named to a position.
A Hollywood item notes farmers urged to harvest vegetables as a path to income. The report mentions organizing efforts and a plan for a Nour Olympie Games. A disrupted wedding story hints at a Harlan couple facing social scrutiny and a public reaction to confirmed rumors.
Mrs Elvira Pinesmith and Mrs Norman McClean and families of Colorado spent several days with Mrs Manick’s parents, Mr and Mrs Louis Lind. George Nash went to Salt Lake City to market lambs. O H Pearce visiting with the Maxons in Salt Lake City. Byron Goodrich returned from Onder where he attended a county officials convention. Karl and Loyd Lind spent the weekend at home. A Leap Year Carnival Thursday night honored Mrs George Manick, nee Ming Trazal Lind, with a bridal shower. Miss Gtella Richards hosted friends at her home with Christmas decor and a large tree.
Orr Wells reviews what America offers the motorist in a Sunday radio program Exploring America with Conoco and Carveth Wells. The travel series, sponsored by a national company, promotes affordable family travel by car and stresses education through travel.
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