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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1921
Page
8
Professor and Mrs Earl Douglass and their party spent several days in Ver al and were to return Tuesday, according to local notes.
The Industrial Review reports plans to establish a new ice cream factory in Prices. Details describe site selection, investment scale, and expected production capacity, with local economic impact projected as jobs and regional supply growth.
A local alert urges residents to renew car licenses by March 1 as Sheriff Richardson emphasizes enforcement and seriousness of the deadline.
A baby boy arrived at the home of Mr and Mrs Willard Rasmussen of Naples on Sunday February 13.
A shipment of one hundred fifty carloads of oil drilling machinery is expected to be unloaded at Price Utah this summer, signaling ongoing activity in local energy infrastructure.
Mrs Andrew Dudley Jr of Jen son raises fifty young chickens hatched by dotting hens before February 10 as a promising start for early broilers.
We offer an excellent assortment of commencement programs. Make your selection at once.
H. Tyzack, secretary of the Uintah Abstract Company, made a trip to Ouray Valley and Roosevelt on business last Tuesday.
Mr and Mrs Harrison Ball, who have had charge of the John N Davis prize, depart this week to settle permanently in Kaysville Utah.
State Engineer G F McGonagle issues a certificate of appropriation for 0.391 cubic feet per second to Marvin Broome on Willow Creek. The action records legal water rights and specifies the exact flow allocated to the user.
Mrs. Luella Hatch returned to Rainbow with her daughters Oras and Bare after visiting relatives and friends in Ver nal. They are now in charge of the boarding house.
Mrs Clyde Hatch departs today for an extended visit to San Francisco. She will be joined by Mesdames H Walter Woolley and I Sander to sail aboard the boat bound for Hawaii.
Residents note the new Neal and Allan sign along the street enhances the town’s appearance. A refreshed Uintah Drug Company sign also contributes to local curb appeal. The signs reflect ongoing efforts to brighten the cityscape.
W. and Perry arrived Saturday from Deep Creek ranch where a large lot lay. They noted the valley offered very rough sledding on the mud, signaling tough travel through the terrain.
Rev. G A Downey states that Fred K Brownlee secretary of the American Missionary Association of the Congregational church will shortly visit Vernal from his New York headquarters.
M L and Dave Caldwell traveled from Dry Fork reporting about eight inches of snow in the valley and forty two inches on the nearby mountain one and a half miles away. The observers note significant snowfall across the region with deeper snows at higher elevations.
Wee Brimhall of Maybell Colorado spends a few days with family and tends to business notes. He says weather is fine in that section and will return Tuesday.
Mrs Isaabr and Sander left last Monday for Salt Lake City to visit with her husband Representative I. Sander before an extended trip to Hawaii with Mrs H. Walter Woollay.
Receiver Albert F. Young of the Vernal U S Land Office believes there will be an effort to enlarge the Vernal land district and move the office from Vernal to Price. This prompts public consideration and action.
John Evans of the Cottage hotel is reported ill after several weeks of illness. He had an abscess mistaken for cancer at first. This marks the second sickness in his life, noted as a comment on an old plowman.
Robert F Runzel district manager of the W O W will arrive in Vernal on Thursday February 24 to push his drive for one hundred new members for the Vernal camp A banquet will be held for all W O W members during his visit.
Fire at Price City Hall caused by an overheated furnace inflicted about $1000 in damage and was halted by the fire department. City Recorder George Ockey saved valuable records but suffered smoke effects. Insurance covered the loss.
Mrs Meta Spiers, long afflicted by a severe quinsy, shows slow signs of improvement as the Christmas edition copies remain available for ten cents each.
Next Tuesday, in observance of Washington's birthday, banks and all public offices will be closed. This affects government services and financial institutions, with post offices operating on a limited schedule. Citizens should plan accordingly for banking and government business during the holiday.
Elmer Linds purchases a Light Bix Buick from Buick dealer Charles E. Carter. The transaction highlights a local automobile sale as recorded in the period’s classifieds.
A B Stichardson departed Monday for Hayden after reporting a number of his sheep lost. He has not yet returned.
William Collier was hurt when his horses fell during hard Saturday cattle work. He end up on crutches as Henin is seen moving around the streets on crutches.
Observance of Lincoln's birth anniversary began Saturday with a memorial service and continued in churches Sunday. The event honored the First American with a solemn community remembrance.
County Physician George H Christy orders a strict quarantine for all families in danger following a second death from cerebrospinal meningitis. Blanche Chivers, twelve, died while distributing valentines. doctors urge observance of quarantine laws and prompt medical consultation for any rash or throat symptoms to stamp out the disease.
Coach Zolph Calder announces a four county championship interschool basketball game to be held in Vernal with Price visiting. The winner advances to the State tournament at Salt Lake City, exciting Vernal fans.
The American Legion and Vernal city basketball clash ended 34 to 23 in favor of Legion after a close finish. Lapoint’s visitors played a fast game against Vernal second team, then Vernal rallied to win 39 to 23. A third game saw Central School defeat Willcox Academy 36 to 31.
Debate at Uintah Academy February 18 features three simultaneous sessions. Willcox and Uintah Academy affirmatives confront Duchesne County High School as they argue for a graduated income tax. Duchesne and Willcox negatives, with substitutes, contest the same question in three venues.
The Chivers family expresses heartfelt thanks to all who offered sympathy and acts of kindness after the sudden death of their daughter Juuniita Zae and Mrs Nathan Chivers.
Sheriff Richardson of Uintah County warns car owners to secure licenses by March 1 1921 or face arrest and fines for operating cars with 1920 license numbers.
Long list of residents visitors and travelers connected to Uintah Railway and Vernal. Names include H. C. Kienzle Wm Wolser C P McCrary Don B Dalton Georg E Wilkins E Gurr and Rev M J Hersey. Activities span assessments trains visits and service changes with many trips to Vernal Rainbow Dragon and Watson.
A Wednesday farewell party at the Strehel home honored Mrs H Walter Woolley who departs Friday for Honolulu. Guests included Mr and Mrs H Walter Woolley and dozens more, with card games, a painting quiz, and prizes. Speeches and Lincoln readings followed with patriotic songs and a two course luncheon.
Monday marked Jesse Evans’s birthday as friends gathered at Robert Witmer’s home and then to Evans’s residence at 8:30 PM. Prizes went to Mrs Pardon Dodds and Vern Workman, a two course lunch followed, and guests departed around midnight with best wishes for Evans. Thursday’s Thalia Club, led by Mrs Downey, studied Mexican Relations and enjoyed a singalong lunch afterward.
Miss Edith Lawrence and Miss Gertrude Prosser entertained Unity Rebaksh Lodge members Wednesday night at Odd Fellows Hall. Guests of honor included Mrs J. K. Bullock Mrs Geo Baese Mrs C H Howell Miss Annie Smith and Miss Ardis Griffis. The event planned to honor Lincoln near February 12. Mrs Bertha Meredith assisted with arrangements.
Mr and Mrs Enos Bennion entertained Tuesday evening with Mrs H Walter Woolley as the guest of honor. The event featured pinch and white decorations, games and music including a song by Dr Rich. Luncheon followed. Attending were Mr and Mrs H Walter Woolley Mr and Mrs W S Henderson Prof and Mrs E A Jacobsen Dr and Mrs H E Rich Mr and Mrs J B Garn Mr and Mrs H S Olson Mr and Mrs Fred Bingham Mr and Mrs Harmon Stodwards Mr and Mrs Chase Carter Jr Mr and Mrs Geo L Woodbury George N Larsen and Sister Miss Larsen and Miss Stella Sainsbury.
Last Friday Mrs James McNaughton entertained the Royal Neighbors of America with Mrs Harrison Ball as guest of honor who is leaving Vernal. Members presented a silver set and guests a handkerchief shower. The event included heart shaped cards with Lincoln sayings, Chinese lilies, a lunch, and red carnations for each lady.
Senior girls and officers of Vernal First ward Young Ladies Mutual hosted a surprise handkerchief shower for Mrs Bander last Thursday. Mrs Sander, en route to Salt Lake then Honolulu, was surprised by guests who held a candy pull and served lunch. Those present included Fern Whiting, Margaret Morkley, Efcy Powell, Edith Hadlock, Merle Massey, Ethel Colton, Pearl Shaffer, Maud Martin, Viola Pope, Lena Haws, and T. C. Parker. The group wished her an enjoyable trip.
After a teachers training class, Glines ward officers and teachers marched to Bishop M. M. Batty's home. The gathering featured games and dancing, with ladies supplying delicacies and a fine supper.
Mr and Mrs W H Woolley hosted a large Monday evening gathering at their son's home in honor of Mrs H Walter Woolley who leaves Friday for an extended visit to her home in Honolulu.
Willcox presented a patriotic program Friday evening at Congregational church with a varied entertainment. The community enjoyed songs recitations and instrumental numbers reflecting local spirit and youth participation.
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