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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1933
Page
5
A fragment from a Western newspaper piece recalls villagers hearing Christmas hymn tunes drifting over dark water. Two men in a boat share warmth from a hot mug while the season’s music lifts their spirits despite cold winds and distant voices. Martha Banning Thona 1835 Western Newspaper Union.
A romantic Christmas eve unfolds as Sonia and Joel share hopes for a future together amid snowy woods and quiet town rituals. An owl calls, a star sparks wonder, and Clara May finally receives gratitude and gifts from the church tree as Christmas spirit binds the community.
A nostalgically typed collection of child Christmas wish lists. Erma Coller, age 11, requests a dress, shoes, stockings, underwear, blockers, mittens, a story book, batheable rubber doll, and notes her nine and ten year old siblings. mama seeks dress and shoes, sister needs a coat, shorts, stockings, a dress, and Leatrice Jay Hatch, age seven, signs her own note.
In a 1932 Western Newspaper Union piece, Chief Commissary Steward Jimmy details Christmas aboard the USS Arkansas. The 1,100 crew, plus 200 orphans, feasted on a full menu including turkey, oyster dressing, cranberry sauce, potatoes, vegetables, fruit, ice cream, cake, coffee, cigars, and cigarettes. The memorandum itemized exact quantities for celery, olives, pickles, fruit, and more, with labor notes and kitchen capacity.
A 1934 Western Newspaper Orlon piece recalls a hotel Christmas tale in a western town. A stranger asks a guest to play Santa Claus for a family affected by a mining claim dispute, offering $1000 to keep the act secret and spread Christmas cheer.
Christmas trees and outdoor holiday decorations spark friendly competition among neighborhoods. The idea of shared festive spirit attracts admiration as communities compete to showcase their trees, trees brighten lanes and invite passerby to feel the season's cheer.
A fragmented notice warns that using paper lanterns with lit candles near decorations could cause a hazard. It urges care to avoid a potential disaster and mentions a way to stabilize a wall to reduce risk.
The text reflects a playful holiday note about enjoying a festive season with free time and cheer. It mentions Coulter's Weekly and a phrase derived from Latin words expressing joy, though the fragmentary source limits concrete details or clear events.
A fragmented note recalls festive game times for children, comparing the joy of play to Christmas nights when the founder Dickent was a child, highlighting warm, nostalgic community sports spirit.
Ione Collier an eight year old writes to Santa Claus about wanting to see him and his reindeer on Christmas. She asks for a big baby doll a set of cooking dishes and a harmonica and signs with Perse Yours truly.
Donald Jenkins writes to Santa asking for a big sleigh about 40 marbles and a story book. He cools greeting and signs with his name.
The Vernal Fast Ward Sunday School under David Calder presents a Christmas program in the New first ward chapel next Sunday morning. Melba Calder Joyce Fowler Morence Cook Louise Cook Bobby Shimmin perform. Readings by Maurice Smith Dilon Witbeck Mary Elizabeth Sander. Calder speaks on Christmas in Germany Zel and the South Seas. Santa Claus will greet the children. All services held in the new chapel per Bishop Pontha Calder.
Myrtle Kimpton Curtis died this morning in Bingham Canyon after a lingering illness. The funeral is planned for next Saturday at 11 oclock in the First Ward Chapel under Bishop Portha Calder. Curtis was a former resident of Vernal before moving to Bingham. The burial will take place in Vernal.
The Congregational Church will hold Christmas Eve services in the church at eight o'clock Sunday evening.
The speaker reflects on offering practical advice to a house painter and to a store installer while doubting his usefulness in advising actors. He acknowledges confidence in non theatrical tasks but not in directing performance. The passage contrasts everyday handiwork with the uncertainties of guiding actors on stage.
A terse exchange has a tramp asking for food and explaining he is a “special list in the care of century plants,” claiming duties during blossoming time. The Lady questions his line of work as he seeks sustenance.
State game officials urge conservation groups to start a winter feeding program to save birds and wildlife from starvation during snow and cold. They offer cooperation with the Game Department and request notices of local needs, stressing the impact on next year’s breeding stock.
The note evokes Christmas memories with festive decorations and shared cheer. It hints at creating warm memories through gatherings and decorative touches that bring people together during the season.
Utah Power & Light Company donates thousands of kilowatt hours of electric current to city districts across Utah Idaho and Wyoming for Christmas displays. Municipalities use the holiday lighting to boost cheer and commerce as downtown areas glow with artistic designs and new lighting effects.
County recorder Gerald Hunting reports year end receipts of 119 dollars 21 cents. The office processed 231 warranty deeds and patents, 512 mortgage instruments, and 493 assignments releases and liens totaling 1296 instruments.
The Central school board compares per capita costs with Uintah district and outlines a CWA project for Vlknag. John Stagg was appointed to fill the unexpired term of John E McNaughton after dismissal for larceny, with five applicants for the seat. The board notes progress in calf schools, especially Alterra high, where 190 pupils are enrolled, and contemplates housing the upper Willow Creek school on a district basis. McNaughton and attorney Karl King discuss lack of fair trial and contract rights as dismissal remains pending court action.
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