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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1899
Page
1
An Independent editorial argues legislatures are unequal to choosing a US senator and urges the job to be transferred to the people. The article notes a local analysis by Sheriff Preece reporting ore sample results from Blue Mountain showing equal parts gold and silver per ton.
Comparison of winter snows reports over 19 inches in a month with heavy storms across Montana Wyoming Colorado New Mexico and Texas causing cattle losses. Utah County reports pleasant mid winter conditions with deep snow in hills three to four feet and much greater on north slopes, held for late season water supply.
A fragmented 19th century style column argues that US military actions in the Philippines reveal a moral lesson for both natives and conquerors. It contends executions practiced by Spain were cruel, praises humane treatment, and urges the US to teach Filipinos proper laws for their future governance.
A revived portae to a railroad spur near Ashley Valley spurs local interest. Green River City to Vernal is seen as a shorter better path than the Price route. Business leaders in Vernal favor a coordinated effort and plan a meeting to discuss steps.
The Green River Star notes prospects for a new route connecting Ashley Valley to the Utah line, enabling freight and wool shipments via Green River. Local business leaders and settlers push for bridge links across Green River and improved roads to haul ore and lumber, aiming to boost regional commerce without delay.
The article critiques how Weems and others mythologize George Washington's youth, citing exaggerated tales of precocity and virtue. It argues that recounted boyhood deeds are often apocryphal, fashioned to elevate national myth and serve moral instruction, not factual history.
A reflective piece on George Washington’s boyhood showing honesty, vigor, and virtues. It contrasts Weems's inexact legends with Washington’s true character, recounting early acts of courage, self control, and public service that shaped America’s founding leader.
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