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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1903
Page
3
Mrs. Don B Colton arrived home from Salt Lake Tuesday night. H G Clark is visiting from the Duchesne Bridge and has just returned from an eastern trip.
On Thursday night March 6 a dance at Burton's Hall offers the first event in weeks with good music and a pleasant time assured for attendees.
The forecast predicts blustry conditions with at least three storms including snow and rain across the United States in March 1903. Cold snaps follow, shaping a nationwide pattern rather than specifics for any one locale.
Uncle Jerry Murray orders a new traction engine and self stacking wind stacker. The machine blows straw away, reducing the need for several hands and easing straw management. Murrey leads the venture.
W. P. Coltharp returns from Balt Lake where he renewed an order for spring and summer goods destroyed in the Atlas block fire. He praises Lee brothers for good service over their slave line, noting it makes travel more agreeable.
Timothy and Jennie Johnson attend B Y Academy in Provo. James Hacking reports his son’s letter noting others from Vernal living in the same house face quarantine but are expected not to be confined.
Pard Dodds 18 files suit against Lewis Goodrich alleging improper sale of a cow by the pound keeper without proper advertising or notice. He claims the animal was disposed of and butchered before he could redeem it.
Jom McNeill bought 20 tons of hay for a Meeker cattle man now en route with a herd. He bought over 200 tons from Halar whose cattle are weak to stand the drive. Part of that hay was sold to the Two Bar outfit. The remaining 800 tons were purchased from Lon McCuarrel.
Last night a party organized by Leslie Ashton’s wife and sisters surprised him at Stan Ashton’s residence. Guests arrived around nine after work and found Leslie about to sleep with his shoes off. Amusing games followed a luncheon before guests departed, concluding a pleasant evening.
Social event at Mr and Mrs J H Odekirk residence Tuesday honors Mrs Charles Carter, mother of Mrs Odekirk. Anicia vase awarded to Mrs Geo Odekirk for most correct guesses in a contest. Lunch and games followed in a lively evening.
Local ad invites families to the Fh Hotel for meals and promotes second hand Home Comfort ranges for sale at Meadows and Irim's store. The notice frames it as a bargain and highlights availability at all hours.
Have you a farm to rent or want to rent a farm. Call on Glenn and Young at the Court House for details and arrangements.
J P Hacking arrived home Thursday night after an absence of two years and four months while serving a mission in Germany.
Misa May Beers announces arrival of an elegant millinery collection. She invites ladies to visit the Beers Store to view the new hats and fashion accents.
President S H Gennion ended a month long stay in Salt Lake City and presided over the stake quarterly conference last Saturday.
Andrew Anderson filed for divorce from Ella Anderson after three weeks of marriage alleging extreme mental distress and other grounds in the court document.
Mr and Mrs S Mf Browne are in Washington D C for several weeks. They spent two weeks traveling up the Mississippi River by boat from New Orleans.
The town resumes old customs as Vernal residents return to tallow candles while awaiting a new electric light plant. Officials promise a faster, brighter future once the facility is in place.
Capt W A Mercer of the Seventh U S Cavalry was appointed February 21 to succeed H P Myron as Indian agent for the Utuotah and Ouray agencies. He previously led the Omaha and Winnebago agency and later the Leech Lake agency.
Large turnout at Social Hall Monday night for Jensen's meetinghouse fund. Tickets sold 106 and $24 cleared after expenses, with additional money raised outside the dance proceeds. The event contrasted with the reception given to Vernalites at Jensen about eighteen months ago.
Word from White River reports Charley Hoel was kicked in the back of the head by a mule while sheeing. A gash in the scalp caused pain though not serious, followed by boils on the back of the head as the wound healed, leaving the men joking he is cross and cranky.
Friends of Miss May Beers in Vernal greet her return after arriving on Thursday night. The text mentions Ira Barton losing a work horse and a misdocumented medical note about an artery near the heart. George Walton joins the Odd Fellows lodge and plans to travel between Provo and Idaho for business while awaiting further assignments.
The Thalia Ladies gather on March Sth with Mr J C Hardy to present a Longfellow program. Roll call features favored poems such as I Know a Maiden by Mrs Dan Hillman and Hiawatha by Mrs Dillman alongside biographical notes and songs. Adjournment follows a meeting with Mrs Hardy.
The 63rd quarterly conference of the Unotah stake concluded with Sunday and Monday sessions. Attendance rose after Sunday Schools in wards, with no Salt Lake City visitors. The Virtual Improvement Association and Young Men and Young Ladies held a creditable program featuring Elder Jewkes AY and President Collett on topics about duties, blessings, and belief in deity.
All persons are notified that I will not be responsible for any bills contracted by members of my family. E T Lucry.
Thursday evening at six at the bride’s parents’ home one mile north of Vernal, Irvin Eaton and Miss Mary A. Fuller were married by Bishop John N. Davis. Relatives and a few friends attended, with Hapson’s orchestra providing music and a fine reception afterward. The groom, a former clerk at Bullock’s store, and the bride, a refined Vernal young lady, receive best wishes for a long, happy life.
The article notes high death rates from self harm in European armies and describes a female attendant role for soldiers. It mentions a German straw sandal design to prevent snow buildup, Gen J Wint rising from private to brigadier general, and colors kept in safe custody before service. It reflects on postwar duties and the shift from sentimental to practical roles for soldiers.
For sale 80 acre farm two miles southeast of town with good water right and brick residence. For further information inquire of Mary A Caldwell Naples.
A suggested tip advises warm salt water as a mouth rinse to ease toothache and encourage fresh air in the sleeping room with screened vents. It also notes inexpensive jute tapestries in strong colors, especially blue and green, as desirable summer hangings.
A bashful Delta youth at a dinner noticed a white object in his lap and mistook it for his shirttail. In a frantic attempt to fix the mishap he pulled up more than one would expect, stuffing about two yards of tablecloth into his pants as the meal ended.
36 acres with large two story house out buildings and good water right one mile southeast of Ashley Co op. Ample harness and tools for a good business stand. Inquire of EF W Evans next door to Post Office.
H G Clark of Duchesne Bridge returned home from a lengthy journey that took him to New York City and Kentucky. He plans months more travel, reports a splendid trip and good health. He hints at future mining enterprise as the Uintah basin opens to settlers and capital. Sunnyside residents circulate a petition for a $3000 wagon road across the mountain to Nine Mile near Lee's ranch, though many doubt feasibility.
Notice for Publication shows John S TrasleJi filing for 22355 for the NW quarter and other parcels in Uintah Utah. Final proof will be before Uintah County Clerk in Vernal on April 5 1964. Witnesses listed include Lorenzo Dow Wiliam Winward Joseph Tenkins William Wirbeck of Vernal.
City council discusses granting a six month start and eighteen month completion franchise to Vernal Telephone Light Power and Railway for an electric system. It outlines meter options, estimated $50 000 expenditure, and a tentative street light guarantee, with action tabled for one week.
The Elk Hotel offers refined dining around the clock with a focus on elegant fare. Diners are invited to enjoy lingering meals in a classic, comfortable setting emphasizing service and atmosphere.
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