Necessity of Real Co operation in Solution of Our Water Problems
An article urging broad cooperative effort to solve water issues. It argues irrigation is a collective enterprise, cites engineers’ studies, and calls for public meetings and voting on canal improvements. It suggests financing through government aid and long repayment periods, stressing shared burden and community advancement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alkines
Vernal Express
The
Agricultural College
Time For Mormon Battalion Funds Extended To Feb 15
The Mormon Battalion Monument Commission extends the fund drive to February 15 due to flu disruptions and late starts. District chairmen will finish canvasses including corporate tests, Battalion Balls results, and the history contest. Citizens across Utah and western states have contributed, with hopes of reaching the $100,000 goal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Colton
Moyimon Battalion Monument
Uintah
Utah
Mormon Battalion Monument Commission
Canada
Washington
Dcg
New York
California
Heavenly light from meteor sighted over Vernal and Jensen
Report from Vernal and Jensen of a bright white meteor seen Sunday night between 9 and 10. Observers noted a sudden, repeated flash and a loud ignition-like noise only from auto headlights, with many frightened by the brilliant glow illuminating rooms even with lights on. Sightings echoed in Bear Lake, Montpelier and southern Utah, with a earlier meteor reported over Oden two weeks prior.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernal
Jensen
al Jensen
Archie Johnson
Oawleigh
Mateo
Salt Lake City
Bear Lake
Montpelier
Idaho
Utah
Oden
I[daho
Home Missionary Appointments Published for February
The February home missionary appointments list includes pairs such as Woolley and Bodily at Jensen February 8 and Lapoint February 16, Harmon Sewards and Isabrand Sander at Lapoint February 8 and Maeser February 16, James M Shaffer and Willam 8 Stringham at Maeser February 8, Vernal Second February 15, John N Davis and Sowards with A Theodore Johnson at Vernal Second February 8, Naples February 11, Charles A Wardy and Orson C B Calder at Naples February 8, Vernal First February 15, Tred G Bingham and William F Yanson at Vernal First February 8, Dry Fork February 18, C 2B Bartlet and Harold Sowarde at Dry Fork February 8, Liberty February 16 with Richie Richardson and Celestia Bue at Liberty February 8, Ashley February 9, Arthur Manwaring and Clyde Shivers at Ashley February 5, Davis February 15, R H Sainsbury and HW TL Teid at Navia February 5, Glines February 6.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wome
HM Ow Woolley
W I Bodily
Jensen
Lapoint
Harmon Sewards
Isabrand Sander
Maeser
James M Shaffer
Willam
Stringham
John N Davis
Sowards
fPheodore Johnson
Naples
Charles A Wtardy
Orson CB
Calder
Vernal
G Bingham
Wiliam F
Yanson
Bartlet
Larold Sowarde Dry Fork
Liberty
Richie Richardson
Celestia Bue
Ashley
Arthur Manwaring
Clyde Shivers
Davis
Sainsbury
Cinta Academy Notes Debating and Activities
The Juniors select Clyde Rich Eva Hatch and Everett Billings for a debating team. A nurse training course for Uintah Academy girls directed by Miss Stella Sainsbury starts. The flu prompts health notes and several English classes take up debates. "Miss Cherryblossom" opera will be staged by UA chorus under O Olsen. Upcoming Roosevelt contest on Feb 16 includes reading oratory and short story. Winners Ella Hatch Dorothy Anderson Ora Pope advance. The Juniors with Miss Sander plan "Billy's Bungalow" in two weeks. Rebekah Lodge hosts Mrs M Logan return with BOO performance and a talent-filled program. Attendees include Mrs M Logan Mrs Blankenship Fiorencea Kelly Elizabeth Coray Mrs Hunt Bertha Meredith Lilian Griffis Nellie Johnston Rachel Nail Pearl Oakley Thelma King Dorothy Lawrence Louise Jorgenson Silva Criffis Louise Hunt Nellie Tihodabaugh.
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Clyde Rich
Eva Hatch
Everett
Billings
Stella Sainsbury
Uintah Academy
USA
O ' Olsen
Roosevelt
Edva Hatch
Dorothy Anderson
Ora Pope
Misa Sander
Billy
Rebekah Lodge
City Council Deliberates Flu Policy and Building Plans
City council discussed public health measures and a temporary structure for a tool house and office. A report on a new city building was filed for future reference as the panel deemed a large project unaffordable. Mayor Colton reported health guidance from the city physician and the council left enforcement to health officers. Building permits were approved for Vernal Lumber and WOL Farr warehouses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mayer Colton
Main Street
Iarshall
Colton
Perralta
Vernal Lumber Company
WOL Farr
Williame
Local Notes And Arrivals In Our Community
Health updates include Mable Carpenter unable to teach. Miss Lawson from Whiterocka to finish the school year. James C Marehall improved after a sudden illness. Lester Mulling sent to Roosevelt for medical care with parents present. Relief Society held at Christenter Taylor’s home with good turnout. Wells Ashby trip to Altonah noted. Mrs Sarah Dills very low. News from Roosevelt cites 40 cases of Infinenza. Mia Burns and family visit from Quray valley for Mrs Allred. Burns’s husband Mr Burns died in Arizona January 29. funeral delayed by flu conditions and distant sisters. Community sympathy extended amid warmer weather.
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Misus Mable Carpenter
Miss Lawson
Whitterocka
James C Marehall
Lester Mulling
Roosevelt
Parents Relief Society
Uintah Telephone Company Stockholders Meeting Noted
The Uintah Telephone Company stockholders will meet at the Uintah Abstract office on Monday February 9 1920 at 2 oclock pm for reports election of officers and other business, with Charles DeMorsey as secretary.
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Uintah Telephone Company
Uintah Abstract
Charles DeMorsy
Public Health Nurse Reports On Denver Conference
Stella Sainsbury notes the Public Health Muscle conference in Denver at Red Cross headquarters January 20 to 24. Talks covered duties of nurses, cooperation with health departments, and Junior Red Cross work. Utah delegates praised Uintah county’s school-health consolidation. emphasis on home hygiene classes and public schools’ role in national health efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Mountain Division
American Red Crows
Colorado
New Mealh
Wyoming
Utah
Mgst
Gieit
Red Cross Wags
Misa Grace Engey
Divison
Red Cross
United States
Alastah County
Uktah
Waa
AR G
Red Cross Chapter
Public Schools of
Uintah
Usn~ Tah
Allt
Sted Cross
Vernal
Stella Sainsbury
Vernal American Legion Boys Beat Roosevelt Team 33 21
In Vernal at the Orpheus, the Witbeck Yost No 11 American Legion team defeated Roosevelt Commercial club 33 to 21 in a lively game. Reef, John don, Critchlow, and McNaughton starred for Vernal while Roosevelt’s Reef and Curry stood out. a rematch was postponed to a later date.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roosevelt Commercial Club
American Legion
Witbeck Yost
Vernal
Orpheus
Legion Boys
Vernal Boys
Reef of
Roosevelt
Johnenn
Curry
Vernsl Johnson
Ar¢ Ag
Hoontvelt
Steel
Dr Witmore
Bartlett
Lee
Larson
Jolndon
C Critchlow
McNaughton
Gllligan
Potnta
Allen
Mary Pope
Board of Health Declares No School Closures Yet
influenza has reached vernal and surrounding communities and many homes are quarantined. most cases are mild. a few are quite ill. health officials say the disease is milder this year than last and no schools will be closed at this time.
Community Health Advises Early Isolation During Flu Fears
City physician Phyplelan M O Donnell urges preemptive isolation before a case develops, noting lagrippe like symptoms may indicate the flu. If ill, stay home and avoid gatherings. The Board of Health decided not to close businesses or schools now but urges avoiding large crowds and keeping children home if sickness is suspected.
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M. Garrett O'Donnell
Belores Watt
Odonnell
Board of Health
Businness
Internal Collector Doherty in Vernal on Income Tax
Deputy Internal Revenue collector EB H O Doherty of Price has been in Vernal for three days to aid tax returns. He could not meet all tax filers but worked with individuals and extended stay. Future returns and penalties are to be handled at Price office. deadlines include March 16. Doherty will be in Price Feb 24, 26, and 27 before leaving for Watson.
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Internal Revenue
EB H O Doherty
Price
Doherty
Utah
Vernal
Watson
Ortometric Specialist SUSWELL to visit Vernal event
Ana J Pr J SUSWELL, an Ortometric Specialist from Salt Lake City, will be at the Travelers' Home in Vernal on Saturday and Sunday in February Tth to meet residents and discuss eye measurements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ana J Pr
J. J. Suswell
Salt Lake City
Travelers
Vernal
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Mormon Battalion
Cinta Academy Notes
CTY Council
Lintah Tel Phone
Stockholdyves' Menting
Vernal American Legion Boys
Uintah State Bank
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