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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1926
Page
5
Three years after a Chicago Oil Congress exchange, officials debated shale oil economics. The panel cited shale production costs dropping below one dollar per barrel under favorable conditions and via the Trumble process, challenging the belief that shale always costs three dollars per barrel.
A local farce set in Ping Pong follows Fat Sing as he plans to vanish and bequeath his wealth to Indigent orphans, leaving his son Sing Fong to fend for himself. Lotus Blossom and Sing Fong fall in love as schemes and comic misunderstandings unfold. Tickets sold at Vernal Drug.
The excerpt argues that domestic oil shale will not rapidly boost industry due to lack of cooperation from foreign petroleum firms and dependence on foreign supplies. It foresees gradual shale development near water bodies, then distant fields, aided by geological advances and consolidation among oil companies, while noting public demand for cheaper gasoline and lubricants.
A retail advertisement touts Adlerika a simple mixture of buckthorn bark magnesia glycerine and other ingredients for stomach comfort. It claims to remove gas and old waste matter within ten minutes and relieve constipation leaving users cheerful and relieved.
A blended feature recalls Utah's 1923 state flower the Sego Lily and teases a broader discussion on oil shale technology and its impact on the petroleum industry. It notes how industry and science interlock under finance and governmental oversight to push new processes, with shale treated as a viable alternative to traditional wells amid price pressures.
A local proposal honors the mayor for his public spirited work and booster efforts. Citizens celebrate his voluntary time and labor as the town recognizes his contributions to municipal life.
The text argues credit should be treated as a fundamental business tool, a cash reserve built from individual credit, and not a reckless guess. It praises credit systems for speeding transactions, reducing details, and allowing merchants to know customer habits through informed experience. Probate and guardians act guidance suggests consulting county clerks for details.
Notice to creditors of Beatrice Maril Murray deceased with claims due by April 1926 in care of Wallace Calder at Vernal Utah. Guardian administrator Feb 5. Feb 26.
Note to creditors of Lydia E Adair deceased. Creditors must present claims with vouchers to Wallace Calder, Vernal Utah, on or before April 5, 1926. Henderson, Administrator. February 28.
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