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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 26, 1926
Page
8
A fragment notes Vernal Utah newspaper status as second class matter at the post office and references Congress in March.
Community gossip lists residents visiting from Roosevelt and Vernal. Mentions Mae Watt at Tridell, R B Hilsop in Vernal on business, Ernest Eaton in Roosevelt, and William Wren driving to Roosevelt. Edmund Evans from UHS faculty spent the weekend in Thistle Junction, with other locals like George Dartlett and Hyron Thomas noted for regional travel.
Rose Johnson, a teenage clerk, served at the Utah Power and Light company local office, according to a terse archived notice. The fragment notes her employment role with the utility and locational detail.
Mrs William Witbeck returns to Vernal on Sunday from Denver where she had been for three months visiting her daughter Mrs H M Snyder.
Archia Lewis, manager of the Lewis Motor company, left Sunday for Salt Lake City to attend the Ford dealers convention being held there during the week.
Mrs Frnest Eatot returns to her Vernal home following a month away visiting Salt Lake City Provo and several towns in southern Utah. She had been visiting in Salt Lake City Provo and in several towns in southern Utah.
Plans outline guest lectures by Professor T Carl Pardoe of Brigham Young University to be delivered in Vernal during his visit. Pardoe will give several talks as part of the visit program.
Misa Ethel Noall of the U of Utah faculty returned to Vernal after a weekend in Salt Lake City attending the Junior Frem. Allan Chevrolet delivered a tour to George Walkup of Whiterocks and a sedan to Verdin Johnson of Vernal, plus a touring to Katie Shepherd and Mo R Davia of Vernal.
A baby boy was born to Mr and Mrs Or in Searle Valley making them grandparents to a new grandson. Mother and baby are reported doing well.
Cal Jorgeneen and R I Roberts of Leota accompany a show troop to Vernal and Ashley Valley in the forepart of the present segment.
Smart instructor in phonetic studies enjoyed a weekend trip with her mother in Provo and returned to Uintah High School on Monday after a week end vacation.
Improvements underway at the Utel Power Light Company open quarters include substantial changes to lighting and window areas. Work focuses on enhancing visibility and energy efficiency amid ongoing projects.
Rangely resident M F Tséda spent Bun day to Vernal Me and Mee. Eugene Pete and family of Wateen were in Vernal on Tuesday. Mr Heaton of Wat son was in Vernal on business Wednesday. Lon McCarre drove to Kennedy before Saturday and returned the same day. Mrs A Hilton of Trangely visited friends in Vertical Saturday. John Oliver of Dragon was in pur ely Saturday. Mr and Mrs Joseph Walker of For Dugheshe were guests of Mrs Sarah Adama and James Baker this week. A lecture by J Sander precedes the Business and Professional Women club meeting at the Commercial hotel next Monday evening. Friday night dance invitation to all. Roosevelt Standard. Kenton left Tuesday for Bt George to attend funeral of his father William Newton Sr. Mrs Mary Newton Sturgeon, mother of Isaac, died at her residence last Friday. Washingtons birthday celebrated near David Katten home with a bil pulling contest by Star and Jewett car dealers. Fifty cat loads attended the exhibition from across the valley.
The Uintah Basin week features Farm Bureau talks, club meetings, and social events. A marriage license was issued to Lawrence Weeks and Mas McAfea, with local reports detailing social gatherings, entertainment, and a funeral service for Albert Atwood.
The Uintah County Dairy Association begins by importing seven registered animals from the LeMar Prica Herd of Provo to build a pure bred stock base. County Agent Peterson notes Jersey breed is favored, with early purchases by the Farm Bureau and members, financed by the association to expand local dairy production.
Fragments describe a peculiar item or remedy for aged carpeting, noting its texture and suggested use. The text hints at a product promotion or household tip without clear branding or full instructions.
Mrs Mara Pope and Mrs Robert Johnson hosted a birthday gathering for Mr and Mrs Woolley Saturday evening at their home. The crowd enjoyed a game of five hundred with high scores by Mrs W M Hicks and Mrs Pope, joined by many local friends and relatives.
Officers and teachers of Vernal second ward Primary held a costume party Thursday evening at the second ward chapel. Attendees wore old fashioned gowns and staged roles amid laughs from broken buttonholes and severed hooks and eyes. Games filled the evening followed by an old fashioned buffet luncheon.
Mrs E J Young gave a Sunday dinner for the cast of A Pair of Sixes presented by the Vernal First watch. The centerpiece was pink and white carnations. Guests at one long table included Mr and Mrs Shitimn, Mr and Mrs Christensen, Mr and Mrs Stringham, Mr and Mrs Fowler, Mr and Mrs Pierson, Milas Shaffer, Miss Anna Smith, George Johnston, and Dallas Young. A three course dinner was served.
The Christian Endeavor class led by Charles E Sebold held a Monday evening colonial party at the Congregational church. The youths in costumes played games and Barbara Banks won the picture hunt prize for finding the most old time photograph. An old fashioned lunch was served to twenty four. Committee members were Missen bay Hunt, Wary Lou Thorse, Armilla Manker and Mr John Farriner.
The Uintah High School senior class presented a musical program to the student body on Friday afternoon. The ensemble featured instrumental pieces performed by the senior orchestra led by student Jacob, with prayers and selections highlighting the event.
Auction note for William Gillman lists a Universal Coon Luck Range for sale between February 2 and March. The fragment notes a sale period and vendor name with minimal additional details.
Proceedings report stockholders of Bassy KRLK debating the Calle railroad project and potential adverse decisions. Utah leaders warn of greater losses to Salt Lake and Utah than Denver, while Denver Chamber backs building the line. Filing deadlines extended to April 1. Promoters remain confident the line will be deemed essential.
About a thousand Paramount players and cast members rushed to battle a blaze at the shack used for The Thundering Herd on location in the High Sierras. The fire started from hot stones in the fireplace igniting dry logs. fifteen minutes later the blaze was out. Willam K Howard Jack Holt Loly Wilson Noah Beery and Raymond Hatton helped direct the bucket brigade during the rescue and fire-fighting effort. The Vogue screens The Thundering Herd Friday and Saturday Feb 26 and 27.
Mr Young recalled lifelong acquaintance with the Atwood family and Leslie C as one of the boys who went to the New Zealand mission field. He spoke of unselfishness, devotion, and the resurrection promises as the life to come, noting the death of the missionary after being stoned by a mob. Ernest Haton added memories from threshing days and described Mr Atwood's character.
Persistent dispute over a Uintah Basin route continues as Denver and Rio Grande Western vows to oppose Basin Railroad through prolonged contention despite optimistic assurances from Alexander Derger, president of the Denver and East Lake line, asserting permit approval is likely.
Ford coupe for sale run enough to be broke in needs work but drives a bargain at 390 dollars. Enquire this office for details and terms.
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