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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1935
Page
4
The Vernal Express records William J. Wallis as publisher and notes second class mailing status at Vernal Utah. The item references entry on March 13 1909 under the act of March 3 1879.
A rural fire prevention push stresses constant vigilance and modern equipment on farms. It recommends up-to-date extinguishers at strategic points, dependable water and alarm systems, and continuous rural fire department readiness to curb losses during dry seasons.
The fragment mentions Uintah county interest with locals and outsiders, Mrs Mary Lee and a growing Manila wine popularity. Howard Corlesa fell from a stack injuring his leg. Maurine Corlesa returns to work at the creamery after an absence. A child’s Christmas letter asks for a toy car tractor candy and thanks Aflen Collier.
Residents press for completion of the 130 miles of unfinished UB road, urging use of local oil and labor to finish the Twista project between Vernal and Myton. They cite cost to motorists and tax revenue losses, urging state action to complete a paved highway from the Colorado line to East Lake City and connecting routes.
An appreciation note thanks contributors to the annual Cartate mini edition and the Expresa Christmas Issue. It notes decades of goodwill toward Uintah county residents and distant readers, with high demand and widespread distribution exhausting copies.
The Cozy Corner Reading Circle honored Miss Vera Harrison with a miscellaneous shower Monday at 1 o clock in her home. The afternoon included games and music, with refreshments for sixteen attendees. The article notes school plans for a Christmas program in the chapel Thursday at 1:30 and mentions several local residents and activities in the community.
The Leota and Avalon PTA hosted a dance and auction in Avalon on a Friday night to raise proceeds for Christmas entertainment. Gifts will be given to each eighth grade child. Various local residents and visitors attended events, birthdays, weddings, and gatherings noted in a string of brief notices from Roosevelt, Vernal, and surrounding areas.
A garbled Christmas letter from a six year old boy named Thad Stringham and Kenny, with requests for a wagon, tractor, sled, a pony or Shetland pony, a harmonica, a rocking chair, a roan colt trade, a doll for his sister, dishes, oranges, candy and nuts. The child notes he is six, attends school, cannot write well, and asks Santa to bring many gifts and to not forget them all.
A lengthy church and community note lists births, visits, meetings, and social events across Jensen Ward. It mentions the birth of a son to Mr and Mrs Harley Wilkins on December 12, attendance at Sacrament and Sunday School services, missionary visits, and plans to build a Jensen troop Boy Scout home. Local residents and officials appear, including Bishop Ira B Gardner and stake leaders, with travel to East Lake City and Castle Dale noted.
The Bennett Leeton PTA met Thursday afternoon in the schoolhouse. Mrs Price and Mrs Lee planned an entertainment program. Visiting relatives and friends from Roosevelt attended. Mrs Dorr Finicum returned from Grand Junction, and Mrs Dolly Tobrein visited Dragon before returning home. Several families, including Mr Ford and children, Mrs Mattie Allen, and Mrs Snyder, called on relatives en route to Roosevelt for medical aid.
Rangely reports feature Frank Brewer and family traveling to California for the holidays with relatives in Austin and Vernal. Residents Henry Reeves and others were injured playing nearby, while local plans include a Christmas program, PTA committees, and visitors from Park Canyon and Dragon. Several families relocate for the winter, and a Thanksgiving break saw trips to Jensen and Vernal.
The Christmas program featuring music, a primary department pageant, a grammar department play, and recitations proceeds smoothly. A community tree and treats follow the program, set to be presented on Friday December 20.
A town event highlights the uniting of Rangely and Douglas Creek Catholic Sunday School and schools to support a library fund. Edgar and Mr and Mrs de towel are mentioned as travelers passing through town on December. The government land agent CD Walker from Portland is noted returning during the week for further work. The Christmas Pageant is planned for Saturday, December 21 to aid the library fund.
A PTA gathering planned for midweek was postponed due to a scarlet fever quarantine. Mr and Mrs Raya Labrum returned from East Lake City after a brief visit. Mr and Mrs Albin Anderson moved to Verna where Mr Anderson found work. Mrs LaRue Allred visits relatives in Balt Lake City. Jack Detomast traveled to Medill, Nev on business.
The Bank of Vernal Utah reports assets and liabilities in a federal condition statement. Key figures show total deposits at 14 1 million plus, capital accounts and surplus, and various asset categories including loans and securities. Directors and officers attest to the accuracy under oath with signatures and a notary seal.
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