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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 18, 1932
Page
4
A profile notes a politically independent stance with optimism and active involvement in Uintas County affairs. The subject is connected with the Tiggle group and the Utah State Pals Association, described as a member in the National Editorial Association.
The article argues that western public lands have suffered overgrazing and erosion, halving their carrying capacity. It urges federal action to protect watersheds, rest overused areas, restock forage, regulate grazing, distribute use, and rest areas to restore permanent stock ranges on public lands.
The Vernal city council approves cast iron pipe for water system upgrades citing lower long term costs and reliability. They note many old cities use cast iron and reference national standards and Boulder Dam projects as support for the choice. Continuous service and life-cycle cost are emphasized in selecting pipe material.
Miss Ruth Arteporser Grate is featured in the issue with athletic notes from Lawrence Colton and Daris Henderson, assistant editor and athletic reporter for MBO.
A large crowd of Uintah High School parents attended Friday Parents Day. They toured classes, enjoyed a noon luncheon, and heard a school orchestra concert at 1:30 featuring readings, vocal duets, and violin selections. Principal Penton Williams spoke, with a superintendent and reading participants. A matinee dance followed with quadrilles and reels as parents joined in.
The play Parents are a Problem is rescheduled to March 12 and 13 because two leading actors are ill. The producers promise a better preparation and urge patrons not to miss what could be the season’s biggest event.
Gala event for the Junior class known as the Junior Promystle Arabi an Night will be held at Imperial Hall in March. The prom committee led by chairman Tenny Johnston and advisers Miss Hansen, Mr Guymon and Mr Morrell has organized sections for decoration advertising and music and begun preparations with materials sent for and work set to start next week.
Mrs Jennie Goodman Starr wife of David Stage former city road supervisor of Provo died at her home in Provo Wednesday morning from heart trouble. Born June 22 1862 in Ramsbury England she came to Provo in 1882 and was active in the L D church. Survived by eight sons and daughters and 13 grandchildren include D E State Galt Lake Mrs Leone Layne Ogden John Staggemal Mrs J S Thompson and Marie Stace Los Angeles Mrs L T Miller Springville Mrs N B Whg Provo. John Stare left Vernal for bedside.
Mrs Elils Caldwell and her family have been sick recently. Mr and Mrs Ike Nelson of Verthale visit the local Caleyrome this week as the Caldwell family stays in town for their son Igvel's medical care. Igvel shows improvement amid ongoing efforts.
Mr and Mrs Lawrence Teck hosted local youth Monday evening. Mr and Mrs George A Caldwell moved into the Metten Caldwell home and expect to stay through the summer. Mr and Mrs Cecil Chhers and Katy are present, while Mrs Chivrees visits relatives.
Virginia Langford Essie Jans Sowards Walter Schofield Atiieta Treporter Harry Macking highlighted in junior high school NSWS editor team. The group appears in a school page listing student contributors and staff roles for the period.
The document lists students on the honor roll for the semester. Names include George Wilburm Valeska Sannes Geneviev Singham Terrel Massey George Lyon Agvida Norgard Roda Thorne Miriam Young Harry Yacking Thomas Sweet Bob Johnson Wanda Murray Ardith Johnson Lloyd Eaton Laura Bartlett Virginian Stark Tone Stele Virginia Taangford Virginia Dodds Reed Colton Merle Cook Vaughn Jack Cook Kenneth Gillman Helen Stringham. A new honor roll will be published in the second semester.
The Hijack Panthers eighth team tied the larger class members in a Monday game. The Yellow Jackets seventh grade team beat the Clue Aces by two points with a 3 to 11 score. Walter Scofield earned a high school penmanship certificate from Zaner Bloser College. Miss Dessie Jare Sowards and Miss Florence Davin visited Mrs CH Daug at Rangely for a very enjoyable time.
The Myton Unit of the Masonic Lodge announces prizes for students in Duchesne and Uintah counties across elementary junior high and senior high levels. Elementary grades 1 to 6, junior high 7 to 9, senior high 10 to 12. Competitions include Duchesne versus Uintah for top two places with prizes awarded by April 1. Suggested junior high topics relate to the character study of Washington.
The eighth grade general science class studied electricity with Mr Richens as teacher. Students conducted interesting experiments and learned many ways electricity may be produced and other topics of interest.
Welfare worker Mrs Ottis Weeks says destitute families require more support. Twelve men found work this week, sixteen more employed, with many applicants. The committee reports over thirty trees felled for stove lengths, thirty five loads delivered free, thirty four loads sold in February for three dollars each, all funds aiding relief. Women seek work and are urged to contact relief headquarters. locals are asked to donate the 2 percent for January and February.
Benjamin Marion Davis died at the family home after a 10 day heart illness. Born June 3, 1258 at Springvilla, he lived 58 years in the area. Survived by wife Lily Evans, four sons, three daughters, and numerous siblings. Funeral held Tuesday at 1 pm in the Benjamin ward chapel. Interment in Benjamin ward cemetery.
Farmers report hunters and dogs trespassing, trampling crops, and risking livestock. Hunters should seek permission before entering private property and respect owners decisions to allow or deny hunting on their land.
Archeca notes seasonal fires rise with cold weather due to faulty heating systems and chimneys. The National Board of Fire Underwriters reports 10000 lives lost yearly and about half a billion dollars in property damage in the United States.
Jensen residents with forty years in the area note heavier snowfall in the Green River section this winter. Many students miss school due to colds and flu. Next Sunday evening the ward Relief Society conference will draw large attendance. Lloyd Merkley is ill again, hospitalization considered. Milo Snow returns with son Frank after an operation in Salt Lake City. Snow continues with about nine inches in the last 24 hours.
Mrs Sarah Ellen Manwarine Cottam 42 wife of Charles Walter Cottam died Wednesday last week at home from heart disease after a year of illness. Born January 9 1891 in Vernal she married in Salt Lake September 14 1910. The family moved to St George in 1912 and lived there and in other areas. she was active in the church. Survived by four children and her mother, with brothers and sisters listed. She served as president of the Junior Primary Association in 197? and had taught in the organization.
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