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Newspaper

Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Feb 09, 1950

Page

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Bishop Isaacson Thrills At Huge Conference Opening

A record crowd of 1579 filled the Tintah Atake tabernacle for the quarterly conference opening with Bishop Thorpe B. Tenaceon of the General Church Authorities in Salt Lake City present. Youth talks and prayers highlighted the session as Bishop Orion Jones urged youth support and Louise Roberts spoke on parental leadership.

Tintah Atake Tabernacle Thorpe B. Tenaceon Salt Lake City Glines Ward Theda Murray Garrett Case Helen Hein Dale Openshaw Noriie White Bob Opens Pres Archie Johnson Johnson God David Samuel Nephi Joseph Smith Orion Jones Vernal Third Ward Louise Roberts

FBI Agent To Speak At PTA Meeting In Salt Lake City

Public invited to attend the Fates sealer Association Four event at Dey Deas High School on Monday February 20 at 730 PM Speaker will be Mr Newman a Salt Lake City FBI head since 1938 with a long career including Detroit San Francisco St Louis and Denver assignments He will discuss child welfare and a Q A session is planned for attendees to pose questions.

Fates Sealer Association Dey Deas Wington D. C FBI Salt Lake City Bureau Utah Nevada Detroit San Francisco St. Louis Denver

REA Holds Monday Mt Emmons Meeting on Telephones

REA met Monday at Mt Emmons to discuss telephone handling for members not on telephone lines. No decision was reached.

REA Mt. Emmons

Ladies Fossil Fund Committee Aims to Raise $500

Mrs Lilian Henderson chair of the Ladies Fossil Fund Committee announced plans to raise $500 toward the return of fossils. Groups including the Tadies Aid and Ladies Guild of the Congregational Church contributed $50, with Garden Club and Current Topics Club adding $25 each. The effort, aided by women’s organizations and church groups, seeks funds through sales and special projects to reach the goal within three weeks.

Mra Lilian Henderson Ladies’ Fossil Fund Committee Tadies Aid Congregational Caurch Fies Womert Cepa Ae Coon

Radio Equipment Arrives for Police Cars

Radio equipment for the Highway Patrol has arrived and is stored in city offices for the present. Plan calls for installation in highway patrol cars police cars and the sheriff's car. The program aims to improve coordination in law enforcement efforts.

Highway Patrol Ivice

Chapman Requests Echo Park Dam Key to Colorado River Plan

Twenty County committee led by B. H. Stringham pressed for Echo Park to be the largest power reservoir, urging the Interior Secretary to favor dam construction. Messages warned Echo Park ties to Colorado and Utah development, highlighting a growing market and the central role of Echo net dam in river schemes.

Chapman Colorado Colorado River Utah Tha Twenty B. H. Stringham Echo Park Dlote Heva Cock Bosone U Bae Sy Dinosaur National Monument BFL Ark Service USA Rerio Ind Crear Goat

American Hero And Spy Thrills K and F

The article recounts wartime exploits of a U S Army paratrooper turned covert operative, detailing his missions with Cloak and Dagger, support to General Patton, and actions behind enemy lines in France and China. It notes awards including the Legion of Honor and Croix de Guerre, and mentions his later work on strategic projects and public remarks in Utah.

St. Jehasbury Veremont Hig National Guard Cyr Bill Donovan Frances Andy Patton Young Sodier Chins Yellow River Roth Brooke Star Trintah Euite Orkelu

Welfare Conference Highlights Ward Leadership Roles

Elder Thorpe B. Isaacson spoke to the Priesthood group on staying in touch with youth and calling more men and boys into word teaching. He urged each ward to maintain a year’s supply of food and clothing to lessen suffering during emergencies. A Maeser Ward Welfare Committee demonstration outlined proper welfare meeting procedures and case handling.

Thorpe B. Isaacson Bwe Isaacson Hackin Manty Touc DeLyle Billings Pateut Isarceson Maeser Ward Welfare Committee

Hitch-hiker theft leads to car wreck and arrest

Ed Hatch reported his car stolen, then wrecked his vehicle near Roosevelt. A hitchhiker who fled from the scene was tracked to Vernal and later released in Duchesne County. The incident raised questions about a second degree burglary charge connected to the theft.

Ed Hatch Ape Ho Fens Judie Devine Roosevelt Ede Amine Ater Brevis Duchesne County Vernal

City Creates Police Car and Appoints Officers

The council authorized purchase of a new police car and set bid-opening for garbage hauling for one year. City manager LeRo Taylor noted bids to be accepted. Ronald Preece named night marshal to replace Jack Boren, now county warden for the western district.

Taylor Ronald Preece Preece Jack Boren

Beware of glib tongued out of town salesmen

Warning issued by Mayor Joseph Z L Hansen and city council members about strangers selling magazine subscriptions for local fund drives. Do not invest without checking references and the organization. Verify claims with Chamber of Commerce or city offices to protect the community.

Joseph ZL. Hansen Chamber, of Commerce Eac Nh

Vernal City Improves Fire Protection Measures

Ver nal city council acts on a Pacific Fire Underwriters report to strengthen fire protection. A 1948 inspection notes water supply controlled by the city, two reservoirs with large capacity, and a mostly updated pipe system but warns of no emergency water reserve. The volunteer department taxes a limited force, with 12 firefighters needed for quick response though 18 are recommended for two engine companies.

LeRoy Tassof City Atl Board of Fire ‘Underwriters of the Pacific Salt Lake City Loren S. Bush William 5. Haye Rolles Sy. Council

Primary Children Offer February Fund Drive for Hospital

The LDS Primaries promote a world wide February campaign to raise pennies for the hospital in Salt Lake City. Led by state Primary head Mrs. R A Bryson the effort notes a new respirator and expanded facilities will double patient capacity. The hospital welcomes any child in need regardless of race color or creed.

R. A. Bryson Hae Ea 'S Salt Lake Ite

Truck and Coupe Collision on US 40

A Tuesday morning crash at 8 30 am near Highwater involved a GMC truck driven by Reed Utley of Salt Lake City and a 37 Ford Coupe driven by Robert Rich of Jensen. Mrs Rich, 20, suffered minor injuries from the collision while the truck attempted to pass another vehicle.

Reed Utley Salt Lake City Robert Rich Jensen Ana

Lumber Kiln And Home Destroyed By Saturday Fire

Fire at 3 am Saturday destroyed a lumber kiln and a woodwork shop east of town belonging to Mr. and Mrs. Milton Nielson. The couple planned to live in the two rooms attached. Total damage runs to several thousands with the kiln saved. the Nielsons will rebuild.

Milton Nielson Nielsons Mr. Nielson

Government Asked to Repair Ouray Bridge

Public service report from the county court meeting on February 1 notes a proposal to seek government action to repair the Ouray Bridge. Dense use by oil firms has strained the structure, and officials agreed the Indian Department should handle needed repairs, with the transfer approved.

Ouray Stem Courty Commission Joseput of Indian Service Fort Duwe Humphrey Indian Department

Substitute clerk or carrier post office job opening

The Vera Post Office seeks substitute clerk or substitute carrier through local One Service and Employee post. Two drivers received highway tickets. Mr Utley paid for improper pasting and Mr Rich was cited for alluring to display 1949 license plates on his car.

Vera Posto Ice Wasn Nouney Else Laws One Service Mr. Utley Mr. Rich

March of Dimes Drive Reaches Uintah County Total

The 1950 March of Dimes drive in Uintah County Utah and the state has raised $1433.87 with a goal of $2000. The drive ends soon and J D Jones, general chairman, asks all business houses and ladies clubs for cooperation. Some districts have reports in while others lag, as canvassing continues this week to tabulate funds.

OF Dimes Mark Uintah County Thors Jones Dis

Crusted Snow Strains Basin Stockmen Hard Winter

Dayle Naylor of the Bureau of Land Management says a severe winter grips the basin with crusted snow six to thirty inches deep across ranges. Livestock are being fed hay and concentrates, with some areas where cattle and sheep must be fed to survive. Grazing is limited, and officials report cattlemen like Clarke Feltch moving stock to valley pastures. Conditions vary by area, but overall the winter is tough with scarce forage and heavy feeding demands.

Dayle Naylor Bureau of Land Management Clarke Feltch Ktaz Allen Park Beakcliffs White River

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Bishop Isaacson Jay C. Newman PTA Ladies Fossil Fund Committee Paul Cyr K&f Bulletin Mr. d Me. R. A. Galdston Erlethdon Welfare Vernal City Sondillos
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