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Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Feb 21, 1957

Page

11

Vernal Old-Timer Mother Adams to celebrate 91st birthday

Mrs George E Adams known as Mother Adams will observe her 91st birthday Monday February 25 at the Fitzgerald Lodge in Buford Colorado where she winters The lodge is owned by her grandson and his wife Lewis Adams and wife Mrs Adams may have celebrated at the American Legion Building in Vernal but cannot be there this year Hugh W Colton visited and reports she is in good health and looks toward a 100th birthday at Vernal American Legion Building

George E

Party Notes Highlight Local Social Scene and Births

A weekly report from a Wyoming town shows Mrs Harold Twitchell hosting a Feb 6 bingo party for Marlene Molfeltz of Worland. The item lists guests, plus hospital news, recent births, and a Utah leadership training weekend attended by local residents.

Harold Twitchell Marlene Molfeltz Worland Wyoming Marlene Erland Freece Carol Ellsworth Laurence Grinstead Russell Richardson Joan Thomas Colleen Black Kelly Powell Wallace Baker Roy Cassell Larry Johnson Everett Daniels

Wedding Bells for Oaks and Hadlock in Candlelit Ceremony

A candlelight double ring ceremony united Jean Oaks and Terry Hadlock on February 9 at the Oaks home in Maeser. Bishop Arden Jolley officiated with Lindsay Oaks and Charles Hadlock as parents, a reception followed. The bride wore a white lace net gown with a bolero, carried white roses, and wore a tiara. Attendants included Lyle Hunting as matron of honor and Lila Hunting as bridesmaid. Best man was Howard Andersen, with reception staff and cake table by local hosts.

Lindsay Oaks United Jean Oaks Terry Hadlock J Arden Jolley Lindsay Oaks J Maeser Mr. Hadlock Charles Hadlock Vernal Jack Murray Lyle Hunting Porter Phillips Lila Hunting Ward Murray Jeanne Siddoway Darlene Murray Sharon Hadlock Glenna Murray Rachel ‘Philips Sandra Hacking

Cora McAndrews Celebrates 90 Years of Life in Vernal

Mrs. Cora McAndrews marked a long life with a newly remodeled home and a memorable 90th birthday last Saturday. Guests praised her fine cooking and handmade crafts while presents included portraits of George and Martha Washington and a birthday cake baked by Mrs W A Banks. Born on a Colorado farm near Boulder, she moved with her father to Vernal in 1878 at age 11 and has lived there ever since. Despite her years she handles town housework and cooking, with hobby work in fancywork noted.

Cora McAndrews George Martha Washington France W A Banks Mrs McAndrews Boulder Colorado Vernal Ashley

All Girl Dance Practice Slated for Ashley Stake

Ashley Stake MIA will hold a dance practice at the Uintah Stake Center Saturday from 2 to 5 pm. Stake dance directors Mr and Mrs Grant Hacking urged stake girls to participate in the “Hey-day Frolic” all-girl dance. Eight girls form a set, each ward to supply a set of eight girls and a leader to supervise. Girls will have chances to participate in ward and stake dance festivals.

Ashley Stake Mia Uintah Stake Center Grant Hacking Stake

Miss Connie Mott Betrothed to Morgan Lee

Mr and Mrs Vern Mott announce the betrothal of their daughter Connie to Morgan Lee son of Mr and Mrs Glenn Lee. Connie is a senior at Utah High School active in pep club commercial club and cheerleader. Morgan is a senior at UHS and a basketball star active in the varsity club. Plans for the wedding are announced for the near future.

Vern Mott Connie Morgan Lee Glenn Lee Miss Mott Uintah High School Mr. Lee UHS

Mrs Archie Johnson Named Uintah Basin Mother of the Year

Mrs Archie Johnson Ora Belle Perry Johnson was chosen Mother of the Year for Uintah Basin at Uintah High School on February 18. She is mother to eight children including Eldred, Venil, Lora, Glendon, Doyle, Merlin, Eula Rae and Myrna, and is active in church and civic affairs while serving as 1st counselor in Hef Society and Primary historian.

Archie Ora Belle Perry) Johnson Merry Mrs. Club Uintah High School Johnson Eldred Johnson Brigham Young University Venil Johnson J.C. Penney Roosevelt Lora Johnson Bastian Glendon Johnson W. W. Clyde Springville Utah Doyle Johnson Utah State Agricultural College Logan Merlin Johnson LDS Church Eula Rae Johnson Myrna Johnson Glmes Ward Mary Reed Harris Ft Duchesne Ft. Duchesne Women's Club LDS Relief Society Ute Citizens of Alice Harrison Labrum Socialette Club

World Day of Prayer Observance March 8 Slated

The annual World Day of Prayer service will be held on the Friday in Lent with St Pauls Episcopal Church leading the West. The event features women from various denominations at 1100 am followed by a luncheon in the Parish House. Prayers originate in Tonga and conclude in Alaska.

Wests St. Paul's Episcopal Church Tonga Islands St. Lawrence Island Alaska General Department of United Church Women Nccc

Three mothers compete for outstanding mother honor

The selection was very close among three well qualified candidates all prioritizing family welfare. Mrs Johnson will travel to Salt Lake for the state event where the outstanding mother will be chosen to advance to the national event in New York.

Johnson Salt Lake New York

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