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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1924
Page
8
The Brows Mouse notes J. H. Prows, music teacher at the U. H. 8., left Wednesday morning for Salt Lake City to spend the holidays.
Miss Hildred Aycock, daughter of Mr and Mrs Robert Aycock, arrived last week from Provo for the holidays.
Zeiph S. Calder arrived last week to spend the holidays with home folks. The note briefly mentions Calder attending the gathering but the context is incomplete.
Albert Halen register of the Ver enat land office was confined to his room with a bad cold after becoming indisposed Monday afternoon.
The article notes that Biney Lewis Sr. showed marked improvement after a two week illness and was able to be up and around at home.
Misa Wanda Jensen of BYU Provo is spending the Christmas season at home with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Richard Jensen.
Weldon K Bullock son of Johs K Bullock visits fromSalt Lake City to attend West minister college for Christmas holidays. Owen B Hennion of Mt Emmonna president of the Duchesne stake was a visitor in town Friday and Saturday to conduct important business.
Harold Calder arrived on Friday from Salt Lake City to spend time with his parents Mr and Mrs Pontha Calder while beginning his second year at the University of Utah.
Ce Dillman of Whiterocks will remain in Vernal after the holidays, visiting with home folks and nursing a lame left arm injured recently while lifting.
Hamilton Calder and David Calder, sons of Bishop and Mrs Hyrum Calder, arrived home Saturday evening from the BYA at Proven. Hamilton Calder is a member of the Sepia class.
W L Woolf and H T Hall of Roosevelt, managers of the Upaico flour mills, wore into town Friday on business related to the Roosevelt operation.
Clittora McCoy and her father arrive from Lake City while Miss Gladys McCoy comes from Freyo to attend the B Y U. Cliffor at Collins Colorado University.
Thorn Hatch of the University of Utah arrived Friday evening to spend time with his parents. Hatch was a member of the last graduating class at the former Willcox Academy.
Principal Paxtony of Uintah high school traveled from Price on Sunday after attending Saturday’s gathering of eastern Utah division principals and coaches with state athletic officials.
District Attorney M. B. Pope visited Duchestra county court and spent part of Saturday in Vernal handling legal matters not connected to his office. He was acument by Owen Rennion from Mt Emmions.
Mr and Mrs Ralph Siddoway arrived Sunday from Salt Lake City. The husband attends the University of Utah and the wife formerly resided elsewhere, with unclear further details from the fragment.
Ben McConkie and ten BYU teammates from Provo via Strawberry traveled in a Dodge truck. They reported snowy summit roads were bare of deep snow, noting a highest height of less than ten inches and light conditions.
Officials WA Paxton and Harold Lute den attended the eastern division principals and coaches meeting last Saturday. The text also mentions Di’c and Pi ed Detemats yo body president of the Di’c with garbled names and titles.
Coach Harold Lundell of the Ux 4a met athletic officials from the state and eastern division Tuesday to line up schedules for basketball. The Ferrari team plans a pre season game in Vernal Monday December 29 and Sidde Ways attended medical treatment in Salt Lake City after a Sunday afternoon visit.
The fragment describes a Uintah Basin farming scene with referencing locals and a possible event involving Brown Mourne. It hints at agricultural life, community activities, and economic concerns in the Uintah area during the period.
Miss Josephine Fracking daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph F Hocking arrived Friday from the B U to visit her relatives in town.
Former Expresa correspondent Misa Linule Simper from Davin ward is home from BYU to spend the holidays.
Walter M. McCoy drives back from Sail Lake elty in a Willys Knight Sedan DeLuxe purchased from Zelph 38.
Misses Iona and Irma Woolley return from Provo where they attended BYU. They visit their parents, Mr. and Mrs H. W. Woolley.
Walter G Barnes of Rangely and former Vernal mayor went to Salt Lake City on business last Thursday and returned Monday evening.
Calvin Marshall a biology major at the University of Utah spends the holidays in Vernal visiting Mr and Mrs James Robinson.
Othnia Kellett, a mathematics teacher at the U H G, departed Wednesday morning by stage for Salt Lake City to spend the holiday season.
Kermit Youle attended West High School in Salt Lake City during the Christmas holidays. He is the son of Peatmaster and Mrs. B. J. Young and was noted for his recent visit.
Mr. and Mrs. A Lawrence Carter announce the birth of a daughter on December 17. The mother is with her parents Mr. and Mrs. W L Fletcher in Glines ward.
Miss Gus Davis, teacher at Central school, has been seriously ill for some time but is improving rapidly and expects to again resume her school duties after the absence.
Theora Johnson, daughter of Mr and Mrs A Theodore Johnson, returns from a BYU visit with her family noting Mia Johnson’s second year there. The fragment mentions a trip and family ties with uncertain spelling and context.
Mr and Mrs George W Cahoon announce the birth of a 10 pound baby boy delivered at their home on Tuesday December 23. Mr Cahoon serves as field man for the J G Poppard Sead company.
Milton Marshall a mathematics and sphygica teacher at B Y U is home for the holidays and will spend time with his foster parents Mr and Mrs John Robinson and feather Janes Marshall during the season.
Timothy Clmer, a graduate of H. 3 last year and attending the H. at Provo, is back home for the holidays. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. A. N. Timothy of Jensen.
Two former Uintah Academy basketball players, Woolley and Hullings, attended BYU Provo this Saturday during the holidays. Both were active in sports and are pursuing athletic careers this year.
Anton Timothy, son of David Timothy, comes home for the holidays in Atrocta. Timothy has been away for several years since graduating from Uintah academy.
Dr Harvey Que Hullinger a centenarian enjoyed the holiday throngs despite extreme cold. His cheery voice carried through the streets and stores as he shopped, greeting passersby.
Lowe Ashton, former Uintah Academy student body president, is attending the University of Utah in Salt Lake City. He spent last week with his parents, Mr and Mrs Leslie Ashton, over the holidays.
Mise Ethivnne Ashton daughter of Mr and Mrs Lynne Ashton attends St Marys Pacatemy Salt Lake City. She came in on Saturday from Toss with Do W Stravalier who went out to get his aon Ray at the UA Logan.
Miss Calder daughter of Mr and Mrs Calder has been ill for over a week and shows slow improvement. Christmas day she sat up briefly and many friends and school mates will be pleased to hear of her progress. Miss Calder attends the UH.
The last term of the district court granted two divorces. Wallace Wall was divorced from Liln Wall with custody of two minors awarded to the mother and support set at two cents per month. Mary A. Jones was granted a divorce from James N. Ones with custody of all minor children and an independent property settlement.
Miss Fay Siddoway reports Red Cross Uintah chapter memberships totaling 64 with Vernal 21 Whiterocks 31 Fort Duchesne 11 Brindrett 2 and other communities not yet reporting. She urges immediate submissions to complete the year end roll call and notes secretary Mrs Robert Witmer has resigned.
The Palmer Bond and Mortgage Co of Salt Lake City sold half of Duchesne County road bonds on the first day. The $62,000 issue, approved at the last election, matures from 1936 to 1945 and carries seven percent interest.
State senator elect Thos W O Donnall arrived Saturday evening from Duchesne where he served as counsel for three defendants in criminal cases and handled numerous civil options. He will rest before assuming duties as a state legislator in January.
Uintah County road expenditures rose in 1924 from 1923 levels with total outlays increasing to 337 107 1090 dollars for county projects. State figures climbed to over 3 million while Uintah benefited from resurfacing and asphalt paving on projects 19 A 106 13 and 10 G extending from Vernal toward the taboarntacie.
The Vernal Seboend ward hosted a community Christmas tree with a pageant and music. Over 600 bags of confections were distributed to attendees as children performed acts including Joséph Smith’s First Prayer and Ty Top of the World.
Mrs. Charled B. Carter entertained about fifty guests at her home on December 12 to honor her husband Mr. Carter. A hot chicken lunch was served and the evening featured a game of "Stuns" which guests enjoyed.
Mrs Byron Thomas welcomed the Twentieth Century club on December , with Mrs T G Alexander leading the program. Each member presented a paper on the value of friendship, and Mrs Harry Hatch won the prize for best paper. Tea and lunch followed.
Mrs H E Rich entertained the Women's Twentieth Century club at her home on Friday afternoon with red and green decor. A lunch was served and each guest received a Christmas pie. Mrs Afton Stringram led the Christmas program featuring a retold story Christmas Mary Christenson, reading Different Meanings of Christmas, Mrs Minnie Chapman, and solos by Mrs Lucile Calder with Mrs W A Banks assisting.
Mr and Mrs J A Chensy entertained Dr and Mrs Homer E Rich Mrs Enos Bennion and Leland Bendion at a turkey dinner at their home Saturday evening.
Warden William Preece, former Uintah county game warden, has applied for the district game warden post. His prior experience and familiarity with the local game situation are cited as reasons he could greatly aid enforcement if selected.
Mrs Minnie C C Preece Uintah County's popular recorder and Hatch Murray stockman and former county sheriff surprised friends by motoring to Meeker Colorado on Thursday December 18 and marrying. The secret was not out until the recorder announced the addition of Murray to her official name. The Express joins friends in wishing a happy married life.
Miss Amy Jones daughter of Mr and Mrs James Jones and Harlan Gray son of Samuel Gray both of Vernal received a marriage license from the county clerk and were married December 20 by Justice Charles S. Carter.
The Christmas dances at the Orpheus hosted by Manager M K Shaffer drew large crowds and were highly enjoyable on both Christmas cave and Christmas night. Shaffer earns praise for successful events both this year and last, with every feature deemed pleasing.
Mrs J W Stevens returned on Friday from eight months in California visiting sisters Mrs Vivian Hitchcock Miss Nafila Spiers and Mrs W K Thornburg living in Los Angeles and Pasadena.
Miss Mary Ann Alger and Charles Antrew Bogue of Randlett Utah were married Thursday December 18 in Duchesne by Justice Rulon J Larsen in a civil ceremony.
The holiday spirit appeared in booths decorated by four U H S classes at the student body dance Tuesday night. Judges Miss Floy Kartthner Mrs W A Paxton and Zelph Calder awarded first prize to the Juniors, second to the Seniors, and third to the Freshmen in a close decision.
Miss Jennie Britt and George H. Rhoades, both of Vernal, were married in Duchesne on December 17 by Justice Rulon J. Tsargen. The ceremony occurred the same day the couple obtained the license, surprising their friends.
Miss Marie Anna Hollenbeck telephone operator at Watson and Harden Nelson of Jensen joined in marriage on Monday December 22 officiated by Justice Charles S. Carter.
Public schools in Uintah County close Tuesday for Christmas holidays and will resume Monday January 6 1925. Students and teachers welcome the brief rest and break from classes.
Hali Karren Hall daughter of Mr and Mrs Jeff Hall and Andrew Le Roy Karren son of Mr and Mrs J D Karren were granted marriage license December 24 by County Clerk Wilson Murray and united in marriage.
Mary Allen daughter of Mr and Mrs OD Alicp and Milton Hacking son of Jas and Mrs John Hacking were united in marriage at Duchesne on Wednesday December 24.
A noted book by a noted man titled The Brown Mouse explores fascination in farming and teaching. It is featured monthly in The Uintah Basin with glowing recommendation and encouragement to read.
Mr and Mrs H M Snyder visit Mr and Mrs W H Ham Witbeck for the holidays. Mrs Snyder formerly Pearl Shimme and will stay with her mother. Mr Snyder is a salesman for the Enticott Johnson Shoe company based in Denver and left Friday morning.
The U H S student body dance at the assembly hall featured lively music by the U H S orchestra. Many parents attended, adding dignity to the Bay area gathering, as Principal W Age k Paxton and faculty were praised for their excellent student entertainment and decorations by class.
The Western Mineral Survey reports a new test near Rangely in Utah southwesterly from Rangelyia land owned largely by locals. Utah Oil Refining drills around 900 feet on Cisco fold while a major gas well supports drilling operations at No 2. Midwest drilling on the Pincey LaBarge structure reaches about 1,600 feet with no changes, Ashley Valley field progress shows 500 feet depth. Frontier sands lie near 1,200 feet with Dakota sands at 1,500 to 2,000 feet, suggesting potential oil production in Frontier and Dakota strata.
The committee in charge thanks business houses and individuals for generosity in distributing Christmas boxes to the needy. Gratitude is extended to all who helped to unre foy and distribute the gifts. Signed by W. S. Hendersin A. G Goodrich N. J. Meagher.
A local call urges readers to hire the Uintah Basin farmer and tell neighbors to subscribe. Each new subscription supports the operation’s growth and value.
Read about The Brown Mouse in The Uintah Basin Farmer. The tale unfolds in a rustic style characteristic of early local readings, illustrating community life and moral reflection through a compact narrative vignette.
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