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Newspaper

Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Dec 27, 1907

Page

3

Notice to Water Users in Salt Lake County Utah

Notice that Donaldson and Maria K owner with Moffat Utah address apply under Utah laws to divert ten cubic feet per second from White Rocks Creek a tributary of Green River. They plan a canal 420 feet long to irrigate land in Township 6 South Range 4 East Salt Lake Meridian. Protests must be by affidavit within 30 days after publication.

Salt Lake City Utah Donaldson Maria Ki Wer Moffat Whiterocks Creek Green River Lintak County Cerner Northtaat Sudley G& Downslip Kan

Election Result Notice for Vernal City Incorporation

Official certification from Uintah County Clerk Jas Hachering shows the general election held November 5 1907 in Vernal City Uintah County Utah on whether to incorporate as a third class city. The board canvassed the vote finding 126 votes for incorporation 10 against and the certificate confirms a full true report of the tally dated December 11 1907.

Vernal City Lintal Utah Lgal Lo Annd Uintah Buchekedou Jas & Hachirg Uintah Cuntande Theia Lith Ant Lherewith Enab Cansa Atimy Hachino State of Utah Bank of Vernal Vernal J. Meagher Tingly Tinecy

Chamberlain's Salve Claims Fast Relief for Eczema

The ad touts Chamberlain's Salve as providing almost instant relief from intense itching of eczema tetter and salt rheum with many severe cases cured. Sold by Vernal Drug Co.

Chamberlain Vernal Drug Co

Egg Prices Fall as Hens Work Overtime say Merchants

Merchants report eggs at forty cents per dozen and hens working overtime. They believe prices will not rise further this year, and express gratitude for the trend.

Visit in Vernal for Whiterocks Family Ends Peacefully

John G Gassman his wife and son Alfred of Whiterocks spent a few days in Vernal returning home last Monday. The boy has weak eyes and during the stay he was treated by Dr. Garrett ODonnell for his condition.

John G. Gassman Alfred Whiterocks Vernal Garrett O’donnell

Oil firm executive visits from Myton to boost edition sales

Geo H. Mulvey, manager of the Salt Lake Pittsburg Oil company, visited from Myton for a day or two this week. His firm bought five hundred copies of the holiday edition of the Express to distribute in the eastern states.

Geo H. Mulvey Salt Lake Pittsburg Oil Company Myton the Express

Rebekahs Host Odd Fellows Lodge Night of Games

The Rebekahs entertained members of the local lodge of Odd Fellows last Saturday night with a surprise program. Refreshments followed the games and the gathering ended on a pleasant note for all attendees.

Rebekahs Lodge of Odd Fellows

Justice of the Peace Held for Theft Possession

Justice of the Peace Arthur L. Gray of Moffat precinct faced a hearing before Justice O'Neil last Monday on a charge of possessing stolen goods. The judge imposed a fine plus costs totaling 875 dollars.

Justice of the Peace Arthur L. Gray Moffat O’neil

Limited Holiday Edition Copies Remaining

A handful of the Vernal Express holiday edition is for sale at ten cents per copy, wrapped and ready to mail. Only a few readers have yet to purchase, and stock is diminishing quickly, so act fast.

Vernal Express

Lewis Cartright Barlow weds Lilly May Fairchild in Vernal

In Vernal at the Congregational church on Wednesday evening Rev Ludwig Thomsen officiated the union of Lewis Cartright Barlow and Mrs Lilly May Fairchild. Mrs Thomsen provided music and the couple were hosted at lunch after the ceremony by Mr and Mrs George Thorne.

Lewis Cartright Barlow Lilly May Fairchild Vernal Congregational Church Ludwig Thomsen Thomsen George Thorne

Tatters or The Pet of Squatter's Gulch Presented

A local company performed a drama at Workman's Opera House last Saturday and Monday nights. The cast included Miss Fern Dillman Mr Price and Messrs Worksman and Adams. The production drew praise for most players and featured pleasing specialties.

Workman's Opera House

Miner Return From Thunder Mountain Prospect

George Hislop returns from Dempsey Idaho where he and partners Migs Donaher John McAndrews and D Colton guarded mining property once found by Billy Donaher during the Thunder mountain excitement. Hislop says the mine shows up pretty good.

George Hislop Dempsey Idaho Migs Donaher John McAndrews D. Colton Billy’ Donaher Thunder Mountain Hislop

Federal land office rules asphaltum deposits are in character

Washington D C has held that asphaltum deposits are in character rather than placer. The ruling sustains a prior Salt Lake decision by the receiver and register. The action impacts Salt Lake City which purchased the beds near Thistle Junction.

Federal Land Office Washington, D. C Salt Lake Thistle Junction

Mrs Warren Cotton Improves After Illness

In a 1907 report, Mrs. Warren Cotton, long ill for days, showed marked improvement by the latest accounts.

Postmaster Belcher Welcomes 11.5 Pound Baby Boy

A Christmas presentation notes the birth of Postmaster Belcher's baby boy weighing eleven and a half pounds. He arrived last Monday, December 23, at an unnamed local hospital.

Couple United in Marriage In December Ceremony

Hang Christian Knudeson and Mrs Hattie Lucinda Farr wed in December at Eli Lea residence with Rev. Joseph H. Black officiating the ceremony.

Hang Christian Knudeson Hattie Lucinda Farr Joseph H. Black Eli Lea

Vernal Gun Club Announces January 1908 Medal Shoot

On the first day of January 1908, Wednesday, the Vernal Gun club will hold a regular medal shoot beginning at 10 o clock in the morning. The public is invited to attend.

Vernal Gun Club

Telephone line to Theodore advances toward Duchesne junction

Progress on the My ton to Theodore line continues rapidly and within weeks communication should reach the busy town at the junction of the Duchesne and the Strawberry.

Myton Theodore

Christmas Bazaar Draws Large Congregational Crowd

The Congregational church Christmas tree and bazaar last Monday attracted more visitors than seating and standing room could accommodate. Children from the Sunday school staged a music and recitation program supervised by Miss Sely, the superintendent, and a neat sum was raised. Refreshments were served.

Congregational Church Sely

Thanksgiving in the valley a day of feasting and cheer

Many people felt ashamed to face a turkey last Thursday as Christmas dinners delighted residents. The day was filled with gatherings and continuous merriment, with readers invited to infer the rest from the lively scenes described.

Milfa 4 suntry interest reported by Mr Simna

Mr Simna of Deny reports interest in Milfa 4 suntry claiming an hero last week locked after dia Lual ega interests.

Simna Deny Dia Lualega

Reverend Thomsen Ill at Home in Wilcox Community

Rev. Ludwig Thomsen pastor of the Congregational church and Wilcox school principal has been seriously ill with grippe for several days, affecting both church duties and school oversight in the town.

Ludwig Thomsen Congregational Church Wilcox School Grippe

Hugh Celtharp Tried for Concealed Weapon Charge

Hugh Celtharp faced Judge Nebeker on a Wednesday hearing for carrying concealed weapons. He received a $15 fine, paid it, and was released.

Hugh Celtharp Justice Nebeker

A A Leap Year Basketball at Maeser Academy

Academy at Maeser hosts New Year’s Eve event offering cake lunch and a basket full of cake for attendees. All are invited to join with their best girl and enjoy a festive leap year gathering.

Academy Maeser Walt

Businessman A. T. Sheldon Visits City From Walcott

A. T. Sheldon of Walcott Colorado is in the city attending to business interests as locals in that region still feel the effects of a recent money squeeze.

A. T. Sheldon Walcott Colo Heasaya

Moral wave in valley depends on steady resolve

The piece notes that maintaining resolution is easier than creating a moral wave in the valley and predicts most people will relapse after brief vows, alternating between oath and renunciation in the days ahead.

Rock Heaviest Act Promises Hair-raising Feat at Opera House

Vernal Ward Amusement Association showcases The Girl I Left Behind Me this Saturday. Charismatic performer Charles Rellini, formerly with Buffalo Bill, will balance a 150 pound rock on his head and a sledge hammer will strike it to pieces. If unhurt, a second 150 pound rock will be broken on his abdomen in the same fashion.

Opera House Vernal Ward Amusement Association Charles Rellini Buffalo Bill

Look Here For It Local ads mix in Roosevelt Utah area services

A collage of classified items notes Belcher agency for newspapers and free enlargements at Post Card Studio. Listings include Versatile goods from furs to brass beds, drugs, ranch sale near Roosevelt, real estate, and a stray saddle horse. Mentions J Garnett Holmes and Vernal Drug Co among others.

Prompt service for prescriptions and dental extraction offer

Two qualified pharmacists listed Vernal Druc Co and Dr. Keyser promise prompt prescription service. Gloves and mitts range 30 cents to 4 dollars per pair at Ashley Co-op. Dr Keyser offers twenty dollars in any case of painless tooth extraction. Local photo services offered by Post Card Studio Leg C Thor ne proprietor with various enlargements and local views.

Vernal Druc Co Ashley Co-op Leg C Thorne

For Sale Cheap Set of Buggy Harness

Classified notice advertises a set of buggy harness in good condition. Enquiries directed to Dr Garrett O' Donnell. Includes contact information and price request.

Garrett O’ Donnell

Trade Offer: Mares for Peldings or Cattle

A reader from 50 tf GEO YounG proposes trading two mares for a larger pair of peldings or for cattle. The note presents a straightforward barter offer with no names, dates, or places specified.

Geo Young

Coal Price Notice Delivers Future Rates Per Ton

Public notice announces future coal pricing on a class basis at four dollars per ton delivered or three dollars per ton at the dump. The writer, accountant Joe Rick, states inability to continue operations.

Joe Rick

Ashley Reservoir Company Stockholders Meeting Postponed

Notice to stockholders that the Ashley Reservoir company annual meeting is postponed from December 28 to January 11, 1908 at 8 pm in Vernal Ward House. By order of the board, J. M. Shaffer, president.

Ashley Reservoir Company Vernal Ward House J. M. Shaffer

Farm for Sale Near Vernal City With Water Right

A thirty two acre farm near Vernal City within one and a half miles offers extra good water right and level soil. Fenced and partly alfalfa, located just below the Ashley Central canal. Terms reasonable. For particulars contact the county clerk.

Vernal City Ashley Central Canal

Unsourced Ledger Fragment Shows Deposits and Certificates

A partially legible financial note lists liabilities and capital, mentions Surpris Fund and Unilsided Profita, and records deposits including demand certificates of deposit and a 26,000 66 23 amount, with unclear figures and dates. The fragment implies a banking or financial balance table with several certificate types.

Capital Block

Verral Seeks Steam Laundry Service Still

A local note states Verral remains in need of a steam laundry service. The appeal calls for assistance or recommendations from residents and nearby businesses to provide or sponsor laundry facilities or access.

Prova Visit Ties Local Relatives to University Departure

Miss May Beera visited relatives Buin on Tuesday December 24 to see Lon Black and wife. Son Ray Dillman and Ray Tyzack have returned from Boulder Colorado where they attended the university and may not return for the spring term.

Miss May Beera Prova Buin Lon Black Ray Dillman Ray Tyzack Boulder Colorado University

Electric lights to be turned on in January

The article notes that electric lights will be switched on in January if no delays occur in installing the machinery. It also mentions a big celebration planned around that time.

Miss Bessie Smart to Visit Ogden Friends During Holidays

Miss Bessie Smart, who has been attending school at Provo, will visit friends in Ogden during the holidays. Miss Lorna Burton, a student at St Mary's Academy, will visit friends in Salt Lake. Mass Burton 13 to finish next year.

Bessie Smart Provo Ogden Lorna Burton St Mary’s Academy Salt Lake Mass Burton

McDougal Buys Christmas Editions Amid Family Sickness

John McDougal traveled from Jensen Tuesday and purchased many Christmas editions. The McDougal family has faced serious illness recently. one child was near death but is now out of danger.

John McDougal Jensen Mr. McDougal

Girl I Left Behind Me at Workman’s Opera House

The Vernal Ward Amusement association presents The Girl I Left Behind Me at Workman’s Opera House tomorrow night. Performances recently drew large crowds and tomorrow’s show is expected to attract a big audience.

Vernal Ward Amusement Association Workman’s Opera House

Interior secretary urges urgent Ute relief via deficit bill

The secretary of the Interior forwards to the Senate a recommendation to act on the urgent deficiency appropriation bill to aid the Ute Indians now off the reservation near the Cheyenne River agency in South Dakota. Authority to spend tribal funds to prevent want and suffering is requested.

Secretary of the Interior Senate Cheyenne River Agency South Dakota

Dull Feeling After Eating Reported Improved by Tablets

David Freeman of Kempt Nova Scotia testifies that Chamberlains Stomach and Liver Tablets cured his heavy dull after eating feeling. The ad claims the tablets strengthen the stomach regulate the liver and bowels and are superior to pills at no extra cost. Free samples offered by Vernal Drug Co.

David Freeman Kempt Nova Scotia Vernal Drug Co

New York Republican Club Backs Hughes for President

The Republican Club of New York endorsed Governor Hughes for the Republican Presidential nomination and urged nationwide Republican cooperation. More than 860 members attended the meeting and all but nine voted for the resolution.

Republican Club of New York Hughes Rpublicans

New Road to Goldfield Survey Planned Next Year

Surveying begins January 1 for the Guggenheim road from Sly to Tonopah and Goldfield to haul ore to the near completion 10,000 ton McGill Nevada smelter.

Guggenheim Sly Tonopah Goldfield McGill Nev

Autograph Sharks and Clever Collectors across Eras

The piece details methods used by autograph dealers and famed collectors like Gen Cist and Benjamin Austin. It notes Cist's skill at eliciting replies from officials and his hermit lifestyle in America. Austin is praised for organizing a literary society of honorary members whose letters formed a prized but volatile collection.

London Gen Cist Cist America Benjamin Austin United States Europe

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