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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1958
Page
6
Babson argues that railroads face fierce competition from trucks planes pipelines and cars and urges abolishing the Interstate Commerce Commission. He claims monopolistic power is gone and predicts rail bonds may recover only after reorganization or sale to invest elsewhere.
Ashley J. P. Rahm leaves Wednesday by plane from Casper to New York and then Tripoli Libya Africa to work for Burden Drilling and Pipeline contractors for two years. Other notes include birth announcements and ward activities in Salt Lake City and Tridel.
Lynette Lundell Carolyn Sullivan and Larry Pope delivered declamation talks. The Primary performed a song and a skit for the Penny Drive. Harold Davis and Mrs Leland Sowards hosted a birthday party for Janet on Feb 3. Games and refreshments were provided for seven children.
The American Legion Auxiliary held its February meeting at Merlo Nelson's home with President Luth Haslem presiding. Reports covered the legislative program, plans to host State Officers on March 6, and local visits by USAC members Dudley and Doyle Davis. Community activities included the Lost Loop roping club election of officers, bridal shower for Marion Cook, and various visits and outings involving the Murray, Dudley, and Hatch families.
Obituary notes confirm Rotman Fackrell of Blackfoot died. Families including Snows Merriams and Bud Gilroys visit Meeker and Vernal. Bud Gilroy buys Hardin Nelson house. Hatch Murray funeral attended by Clarke and Murray families. Meril Snows, sons travel to Salt Lake for Best Young Farmer contest. Various locals visit relatives in Salt Lake, Vernal, Rangely, and Roosevelt.
Sherry Russell fell on the school ice Friday and broke her arm. Families and neighbors gathered for dinners and visits in Vernal and Bishop areas. Dee Christensen was discharged from the Army and returned home. Yourdon was released from Uintah County Hospital.
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