Year in Review Highlights and Local Prices
Present indications point to eight dollars a ton for future supplies as the New York Iterald previews the past year in a comprehensive state resume.
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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1903
Page
2
Present indications point to eight dollars a ton for future supplies as the New York Iterald previews the past year in a comprehensive state resume.
Weather forecasters warn of multiple storms and very cold conditions in January with February expected to be the coldest month. Residents are urged to prepare by stocking wood and supplies and securing additional decor for storage.
The 10023 mining year marked the highest production in Utah history with value near 21 million dollars and 3.025 million in dividends. Leading income came from Park City firms Sukser King and Daly-West paying 1.3 million and 1.054 million respectively. Seven additional mines also surpassed 100 thousand dollars in dividends.
The piece argues the annual $100 assessment work requirement harms small prospectors while enabling corporations to relocate and hoard mineral land for speculation. It calls for repeal or reform so claim holders perform real development or relinquish claims.
The Vernal Express pledges growth, pledges a paid-up list, and promises larger issues as patronage rises. It reports on Denver Salt Lake projects, the Denver North Western and Pacific railroad, and bids won by Ormand & Crook and Good & Company to build the first 36 miles with tunnels, grades, and heavy construction work beginning January 1.
The 1903 jury commissioners Colton and Al Bulisgs released a list of grand jurors including David Limethy Jabez W Taylor Llon Snow John Murray and many others across Vernal and surrounding precincts. The notice also includes unrelated text about prices and a Castle Dilo Progresa tale with a bashful groom anecdote.
Sence Vista Noles Warren and Bernie Colton left for the Academy at Provo on Thuesday morning. The visit was short but both enjoyed it and said there is no place like home. The people welcomed Bishop Colton back on Sunday to support missionaries and speakers. The funeral of the nine year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Le Woodd ard was held at the meeting house. Mr and Mrs Legrand Young and family returned home from Brown's Park. Ice on Georges Searles's property poses danger for children. Road supervisors and water masters planned winter work. Phil Stringham led assessments on Utah Agr halt and Varnish Mining Company mines. Enoch Richens and wife returned from Grand Junction and bought the bhutz place for $700.
A garbled passage references Durastons of Maine camp, Henry Cole, Deny pine, and a controversial toll for the poor. It mentions Congressman Lacey and an essay defending buffalo lore and forestry, with scattered allusions to Senor Vernent and a mix of historical figures, dates, and philosophical topics amid unclear context.
Teachers gather for a January 10 1903 program featuring L Af Sorenson lecture on pedagogy after a noon session with topics by Mrs Catterson Ree Maury Laller and W.o Moses. Discussion led by Mr Robinson invites full attendance from all teachers at the event.
Current History compares the US national debt and interest burden in 1902 and 1805, noting total debt, interest charges, and per capita figures. It contrasts these with Austria Hungary Australia India Spain Italy Russia France Great Britain and others, citing relative levels and bond market premium as a measure of credit.
The Uintah County financial statement covers the month ending November 20 1902 detailing receipts and expenditures. It itemizes county funds showing balances on hand and disbursements by department, with notes on warrants and unsettled accounts.
In Pelghum a railways themed event backed by canal racing set a record as ten races were carried by ride. The piece notes Swiss participants and a first country to live a railways system with tickets and free passes for workers.
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