Verbal Express Names Editor and Publisher
George St. Harrison is listed as Editor and Publisher with Violet Harrison as Business Manager for the Che Vernal Express.
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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1925
Page
8
George St. Harrison is listed as Editor and Publisher with Violet Harrison as Business Manager for the Che Vernal Express.
Entry indicates second class matter at Vernal Utah post office under the act of Congress of March 3 1879.
Co. A. Robben of Watson spent an overnight in Vernal on Saturday as a visitor.
George Rodovakis a successful farmer from Lapoint visited Verhal on Wednesday. Allan of the Allan Chevrolet Motor Company left for East Lake city on business. George W Walkup ranger at Elkhorn station Whiterocks spent several days in town arriving Monday.
Mrs 8 J Campbell Sr of Moos evelt visits Mr and Mrs 8 J a Jr at the Vernal hospital.
Mrs Hatch Murray, county recuperating officer reports she fell at home after an operation last week and is improving rapidly.
Hylas C. Smith of Roosevelt visited Vernal on Monday and delivered a speech at the Naples school entertainment program held that day.
Joseph Horrocks former bishop of Bennett visited on Wednesday with son Curtis Horrocks to handle business affairs in town.
Postmaster and Mrs. J. P. Rudy of Fort Duchesne visited town to see daughter Wanda who attends U H. D. F. J. and noted geologist returned from Salt Lake City after a week on business. Byron Thomas of Vernal Auto company and T. M. Alexander also returned from Salt Lake City bringing Nash and Essex coaches.
Cevell Wilkinson of the Pep pard Seed company was in town on Tuesday. He plans to take a vacation for a few weeks soon.
Mrs. Clarence Schanno of 2731 Knox Avenue Los Angeles California and dental assistant of Dr G W Hancock spend the week on Catalina Island enjoying the scenery and leisure.
J. and Miller of the Miller Thomas Motor company left Wednesday for Price to handle business matters. He was accompanied by L. H. Allan.
Residents noting the McKee draw shows less than two feet of snow, well below normal for this time of year. Officials urge caution for travel and anticipate continued light snowfall ahead.
EM and Henry Lee hauled over three loads of lumber from Lapoint to surface at Vernal Planing mill and returned on Sunday.
Fragment describes John H. Shell of Marshfield Oregon visiting California and Catalina Island, noting former Uintah County residence over 25 years ago.
George A. Cunningham, inspector of the United States land offices, arrives in Vernal to inspect the land office ahead of its potential move to Salt Lake City. The order for relocation was later revoked.
Moses Moore of Rendlett appeared Saturday before Albert Halen at the land office. He was greatly relieved to learn the office would remain open and that he has hundreds of dollars in mining property transactions to complete.
Mr and Mrs Shirley Daniels and children traveled from Mt Emmony to receive medical treatment for Mrs Daniels. Daniels, principal of Apatco school, were hosted by his uncle John K Bullock and returned home Saturday afternoon.
Mr and Mrs George W Hazard from Saguache Valley arrived in Vernal last week after a trip that included a stop in Denver for a cattle shipment. They returned home Monday aided by DeVere Carrol who brought them from Price.
Glendon Mathews aged 18, son of Mr and Mrs Jefferson Mathews of Apaico, was brought to Vernal hospital after sliding from a haystack while feeding stock and being struck by the tires of a pitchfork. He received a very painful injury and is under medical care.
On a Wednesday last week Vernal Drug received a call from Apalco to send diphtheria vaccine immediately. The sheriff marahal and several others were told of the urgent need, leading to a traveler being located and the vaccine used that evening at Roosevelt.
Mrs John Abplunalp Jr is patient at Vernal hospital Vernal. Mranaaire Louth Onolk are the parents of a son born Friday Feb 20 in the Vernal area.
Miss Vernon Cox, a Roosevelt high school teacher, attended the Friday evening reception for Mr and Mrs Harold Lundell.
Mrs William H. Siddoway and her daughter arrived Friday evening after a stay in Salt Lake City where she accompanied Representative William H. Siddoway during the legislative session.
Mrs Lynne Ashton travels with Mr and Mrs John N Davis to Salt Lake City to visit her daughter Ethelyne who attends St Marys academy.
Mr and Mrs John N Davis celebrate the birth of a daughter born Friday February 20 in Washington DC to Mr and Mrs J Clive Davis. The mother formerly Miss Enien Salnabury.
Milay Nellie Gillman leaves Tuesday for her teaching job at Tridell after several days at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs William Gillman. She carries a note of warm wishes and a small farewell.
Mr and Mrs John N Davis left Friday for Salt Lake City where they are summoned by their daughter Mrs Minia Ericson's illness and her upcoming appendectomy.
Word from Rainbow reports Mrs. Ora Gurr Lyan has relapsed but is greatly improved and on the rapid road to recovery. Other diphtheria patients are practically well.
Mrs. Willis Johnson resigns from the Vernal land office effective March 1 and will move to her home in Price. No replacement has been named for her land office duties.
Dr. J. M. Francke visited Rangely on Thursday to treat Tom Gifford a Midwest Oil and Refining Company well driller. Gifford is ill with the flu and convalescing at the home of Mrs. Nettia Richens.
Robert Johnston arrived Wednesday evening with freight from Price and notes about one foot of snow on the summit. Road trac tors quickly cleared the snow and only two bad patches were seen across the mountain. Backroads are fine.
Travelers report the highway between Vernal and the county line in unusually smooth condition with grading crews at work to level and improve the route, and the Victory highway also praised for its good upkeep.
Cement and lumber have been hauled for Red Front garage. Manager Charles F. Tucker plans to start the foundation as soon as weather and permits allow profitable work.
Nick Swain received a letter from the supervising architect in Washington stating the brick submitted for the Vernal federal building met the requirements and must be burned and ready by May 1 for construction this year.
A medium crowd watched boxing at the Orpheus Monday night with several draws and clear wins. Notable results include Mosson beating Miles Miller by decision at 1389 pounds and Elmo Hardy defeating Willey Merkley in 186 pounds wrestling. The program also featured several four round boxing draws and plans for additional events.
Carpenters who built the Indian school facilities in Whiterocks were praised for a Saturday evening ball in the new gymnasium and dance hall. Over two hundred attendees enjoyed the inaugural floor with music by the Lapoint orchestra and punch served. The hall claims to be the Basin area’s largest and finest and will host gym classes and sports for Indian children.
Local readers are urged to submit social items to the society column by Tuesday. Ensure full names and correct spellings, with given names or initials, and keep notices precise and to the point for publication.
Miss Viola Allen and Mrs. Orin A Caldwell of Dry Fork joined in marriage to Allen Caldwell at the courthouse by Justice Charles S Carter on August 24. The ceremony united the Caldwell and Allen families in Vernal.
Van Clark daughter of Mr and Mrs Phillip Van of Lapoint and Ray Klayk son of Mr and Mrs William Chirk of Lapoint were married February 24 by Justice Charles Carter at the courthouse.
Alred Summers and Lucinda Aur er wed February 20 in Charlston with Justice Charles E. Carter officiating. The ceremony was performed for the couple and confirms the marriage of Summers and Aur er with Miss Lucinda Aur er noted as daughter of Alred Summers.
Mrs Mae Calder hosted a luncheon at her Kensington home in honor of Mrs Emily Jensen of Salt Lake, sister of Mrs Rosalla Calder, entertaining a number of guests Wednesday.
The American Legion and Auxiliary hosted a Saturday night dance at the Orpheus Theater in Washington. It drew a large crowd and was described as a very successful social event.
City Councilman Irvin Eaton and Mrs. Eaton found their home filled with guests Wednesday evening after returning from a show to celebrate their anniversary. Attending were Mesdames and Messrs William Witbeck W S Henderson W A Paxton Richard Jensen John N Davis J C Anderson Mrs Wm H Siddoway Mrs Enos Bennion Miss Elva Eston and Harold Davis. A luncheon followed.
Harold Lundell, coach at U H, was celebrated at a Sunday assembly titled a strayed lamb. The student body honored his marriage to Alta Olsen with a mock wedding led by H Walter Woolley. Rice shower, music, readings, and spirited remarks accompanied the event.
A marriage license was issued in this city to Ashley Bartlett and Fausett late this evening per the county clerk ledger. The couple plans to wed in the near future, according to the Price News Advocate.
Harold Lundell coach at U H 8 and Alta Olson teacher at Central were married Feb 20 at the bride’s parents home. Presiding was President Wallace Calder in front of family and a few friends. A three course supper followed with many gifts noted including an electric cooker from the U H 8 basketball team and a cut glass basket from Miss Olson’s school.
Mrs Hyrum B Calder entertained at a Kensington and house warming for Mrs Em ily Jensen visiting with her sister Mrs Pontha Calder. Friday afternoon refreshments were served.
Mrs Samuels and Mrs Livans hosted over forty guests at the Lt QO OF hall for the Rebekahs. Valentines theme decorations, a dainty lunch served. Mrs Guy Samuels won ladies first prize and Mrs George Cahoon second. B P Kelly won gentlemens first prize and F W Ackhurst second.
About forty friends gathered at the home of Richard Jensen rural mail carrier on Route No 1 for a surprise birthday party on February 14. Jensen revealed he was 29 years old as lively games were played and refreshments served.
Mrs Pontha Calder entertained a large group at her home in honor of her sister Mrs Emily Jensen who departs Friday morning for Salt Lake City at a Kensington. A dainty lunch was served.
Mrs Mary Fisher entertained twenty friends at her Valentine day birthday party. Her daughter Mrs Alice Bodlly baked a cake with 66 candles and gifts were exchanged during the afternoon gathering at her home. Refreshments were served.
Second Ward Bee Hive girls in Vernal surprised Mrs Harold Lundell with a cut glass sherbet set Monday evening. Attending were Hazel Sewards Maud Weagnley Ruby Hanton Venetta Richardson Medan Walker Bertha Lewis Mable Siddoway Josephine Bingham Ethel Gerald Ephia Evans Mrs E Peterson Mr and Mrs H Olsen and the guest of honor. Games and refreshments followed.
The Second ward M I A dance raised funds for Scoutmaster Ellis Merkley to attend Leadership Week. Held Friday in the Orpheus, the event drew a large crowd and provided an enjoyable evening.
A $1,000 reward is announced for information leading to the location of Parker. The plea is dated September 11 with no other details provided.
Mrs Ada Winder entertained at a home dinner last week honoring Mars. Attendees included Emily Jensen of Salt Lake City, Mrs Mary B Calder, Mrs Enos Bennion, Mrs Mae Calder, Mrs Nellie Calder, Rosella Caulder and Mrs Edna Carter.
Register Albert Halen reports numerous oil and gas prospecting permits and homestead applications. Several Utah and California tracts ranging from 40 to 320 acres are advancing or suspended. The Geological Survey approves 29 stock raising homestead applications totaling about 15000 acres. Legion Auxiliary notes meeting March 4 at 2 PM. Sybil Collier, secretary.
An order by L. G. Sprague, general manager of the Uintah railway, directs the Uintah Telegraph company to accept night telegrams. Previously no regular rate was provided for night messages on this line.
The Vernal First and Second wards plan a joint meeting in the First Ward chapel Sunday at 7 30 p m. The program includes instrumental duets by Nick Swain and Clyde Campbell, vocal solos by Mrs Eva Siddoway, readings by Master Dale Jensen and Miss Nial Nelson, a US orchestra selection, piano solo by Miss Mabel Siddoway, a vocal duet Mia Qiela Wahleatt and Miss Wanda Hardy, and a talk by Bart Shaffer.
A very large crowd attended the stake Priesthood and officers meetings on Sunday due to road conditions. Harold Hullinger was sustained as president of the First Quorum of Elders and Karl Goodrich as president of the Second Quorum of Elders.
Glendon Mathews 18 son of Mr and Mrs Jefferson Mathews of Upalco was brought to Vernal Saturday after sliding from a hayrack onto a pitch fork. X rays were taken at Vernal hospital where doctors expect recovery in a few days unless tetanus develops.
Vernal photographer L. C. Tromne, active during rush season for The Union annual, enlisted his son who arrived Sunday morning February 22 to help. He remains exacting and insists work be brought to the home for maternal supervision.
J I Gumner a Diamond mountain rancher reported light snow fall Monday and proofed on his homestead Tuesday stating snow on the Diamond mountains is the lightest in seven years. Diamond park has at most one foot of snow.
On Saturday morning an inch or more of snow covered the ground then turned to a light steady rain. The rain prevailed most of the day doing an immense amount of good throughout the Ashley valley and entire Basin.
A directors meeting of the Rock Point Canal and Irrigation Company in Ashley ward levied a $6.00 per share assessment on capital stock. Officers listed include President James Eskelson, Director Lewis Freestone, Director Peter Long, and Secretary-Treasurer Antile M. Morrison.
William Reed and Lawrence Pike, Uintah tribe members, were arrested by U S Deputy Marshal James M Smith and jailed in Salt Lake City on a charge of stealing alcohol from Fort Duchesne hospital last fall while ill with chickenpox. A warrant was issued by U S Commissioner A J Lee of Price. They face federal grand jury action in April.
Mr and Mrs W J Pyott of Fruita Colorado were registered at the Commercial on Monday.
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