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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1921
Page
6
Local newspaper public notices and advertising terms from Varnal Utah list rates for display ads per inch with brackets for sizes and special types, and per word charges for notices. Legal and water notices, final proof notices, and contest notices have specific per-line or per-insertion fees.
Fragmentary material mentions a Chap with an American Legion button and references to peace and militarism in a vague, non-specific way. No identifiable people, places, events, or dates emerge to form a coherent summary.
A group of Ashley ward officers are organizing a drive to aid the poor in the ward. They plan collection efforts and community outreach to provide essentials to residents in need.
UF Postmaster Henry Chatwin met with the Verna local post office on Monday for a discussion about a Christmas Express and a New Year remembrance. The note suggests sending the service to friends as a holiday gesture.
Laurel Dukes Gilegan left Vernal this morning to rejoin her husband at Sunnyaide after a several week visit.
Chas. Karren departed last Thursday for Lava Hot Springs his home. He had been visiting here with his brother David Karren for three weeks.
Duberstein proprietor of the Duchesne hotel and Attorney Marcellus B. Pape both of Duchesne were in Vernal Wednesday attending to their oil shale interests in the county.
Mrs HR Walter Woolley leaves for Honolulu on February 1 to visit her father Mr Robert Parker. She will be accompanied by Mrs Tsabr and Sander. The Indies expect she and her party will stay at least six months before returning to Utah.
Jesse and Orvi Nielson at Jensen displayed a 16 month Polish China pig weighing 426 pounds. They claim it is the heaviest grown pig for its age in the country.
The Express issues a special Christmas edition praised by many readers who sent compliments to the newspaper. Friends would appreciate receiving this issue as a gift.
Superintendent Albert A Kneale of the Indian agency met with new county commissioners to discuss building a Duchesne River bridge south of Ft Duchesne. He invited a trial to the proposed site, accompanied by Mrs Kneale and Commissioner Feltch.
James J. Barnes, a private trapper operating near Thorseshoe Bend on Green River and Lapoint, Utah, presented six coyote hides for bounty at the county clerk's office. He describes a pill bait system that supposedly kills coyotes within ten to twenty minutes, with the average catch rate about one coyote per day, and factors in the $4.05 bounty amid low tar prices.
A daughter was born this Friday morning to Mrs Clarence Burton. The birth adds a new member to the Burton family with no further details available.
Baby girls were welcomed this Friday morning to Mrs Merrill Hennlon and Mrs Monroe Hatch, marking joyful additions to both households.
Mr and Mrs Clarence L Ashton from Roosevelt are spending several days with local family and friends in town.
Nelson Merkley, aged patriarch, has been gravely ill with pneumonia but is now able to sit in a chair and act up as his condition slowly improves, per family report.
An eight pound baby girl was born last night to Mr and Mrs William Birmingham. Mr Stringham was formerly Mrs Afton Odokirk. The cinema murder will be staged at Vorvo next Friday night with an all star cast. This story appeared in Hearst Magazine.
The Hawaiian tableau and concert in the Second Ward chapel was moved from tonight to Monday night January 10 1921.
Dr H B Lloyd of Ft Duchesne is staying several days at St Pauls Lodge for medical observation. The physician has not been well for some time.
Officers of the Ashley National Forest report receiving a shield badge outlined in gold braid with the inscription Forest Service U. S. on cloth. The badge features a gold field and emblems indicating service status.
Owen Johnson, a notable member of the American Legion Junifor basketball team, fell during practice on Monday at Orpheus floor and fractured his right leg just above the ankle.
Dr MM Garrett O Donnell was alerted by telegram in San Diego California that her mother Mrs J M Garrett aged 78 had suffered a broken hip with no further details provided.
MW H Siddoway president of the Uintah school board and Lb W Curry cashier of the Uintah State Bank travel to Salt Lake City to secure the $25,000 authorized by the August 10, 1920 school election. Funds may come from Palmer Bond & Mortgage Co or Zions Savings Bank & Trust Co.
Milton Hacking suffered a painful burn to his right hand at home on Monday while moving a pan of hot flaming grease. He slipped and spilled the grease over his hand, cooking the flesh where it touched. Doctors warn of potential lifelong scarring and caution around hot oils.
W. Riley Murray and son Roy visited town Monday reporting sheep near Black Mountain east of Danielg ranch. Roy recently arrived from the flocks and says coyotes are more numerous this year, posing a real menace to the sheep industry.
C A Riskey, a veteran trapper of Eastern Utah and Western Colorado, brought in a small bundle of coyote hides for bounty at the start of the week. He reports thirty coyotes caught this fall in the Deadman beach country. He notes the animals are well fed on rabbits, chickens and possibly sheep, making them less inclined to take poison bait. Riskey originated the coyote scent used by Jensen trapper Sewell.
Announcement from the office of Uintah School district states heavy and unexpected expenses require closing the county schools likely by April first. The board says the measure is necessary to balance the fiscal year budget.
Chris Knudeson of Moffat delivered a wheat load from Lapoint district via the new county road running eight miles from Lapoint south to Moffat. Initially too soft for traffic, the road is now among the county’s best. Built with a road bond at a cost of 3800 dollars per eight miles, substantial rock work raised cost per mile to 476.06 dollars.
Wiley S Collett leaves C W and M Co to start a cattle business at Lonetree Wyoming with his brother Orrin They lease 4500 acres owned by Olson Livestock Co of Ephraim San Pete county stocked with registered Hereford cattle Collett was to depart yesterday via Diamond Mountain Mrs Collett and the children will remain in Vernal until spring
The new board approved appointments including Deputy Clerk Jas O Nell Jr and deputy recorders Mrs Ro na Hawes and Lydia Cook. Deputy sheriffs named Kyle Blackburn Lapoldt and William T Green Tridell. Also listed are health officer Dr Geo H Christy and deputy assessors Chas Atwood Mable Hacking Geo H Southam N Hardy Edwin J Winder Verne Allred Roverelt William Oakley Jonsen Harold Sowards Benj P Kelly William R Hanson William McConkie.
Cheater and Rovelle Kimball visited their brother By ron Kimball in Watson and returned to Moffat last Sunday. Residents from Rainbow and Cra zon to Vernal and Dragon, with several returns from mines and oil fields. New Year's Eve ball at Uintah Hotel in Dragon drew a large crowd with music and a luncheon, described as the best time ever.
The Thalia club met at Mrs. A N Johnson’s residence on December 30 for a Christmas party with a decorated tree and exchanged gift names drawn at a prior meeting. An auction of wrapped packages drew laughter, followed by an elaborate luncheon served by Mrs. Johnson’s helpers and guests.
Uintah County will take part in the State High School basketball tournament with three Eastern Utah divisions and a possible trip to Salt Lake after the division winner advances to the grand final. Uintah Academy, coached by Zelph Calder, is optimistic about winning their division in Vernal in March.
Friday gathering of Co. T. C. at Mrs Bryant Stringham’s home featured a program led by Mrs Sybil Collier with songs by Mrs Neal Miss Mima Davis and Mrs Lammon and a Christmas pia providing many gifts. Refreshments followed and the club adjourned for the holiday with plans to meet next at Mrs J W Stevens.
Last Wednesday evening Unity Rebecca Lodge hosted a shower for Mrs A R Phillips nee Mrs Elizabeth Corey. After card games and music Bertha Meredith acted as proxy bride opening gifts, which were useful beautiful and valuable. Presents go to Mrs Phillips at her new Williams Arizona home. An elaborate luncheon followed hosted by Mrs Kelly and Mrs Evans.
Thursday afternoon the Thalia Klub gathered with Mrs Pardon Dodds Jr to discuss Modern Tendencies in State Governments. Mrs Tenney performed an instrumental piece and Mrs Lynne Ashton offered a whistling yelp before Mire Dodds served a lunch.
The American Legion five edged Roosevelt Commercial Club 28 to 27 at Orpheus hall on Wednesday. Miller paced the Legion with a late free throw after a neck and neck duel, as Roosevelt led most of the game and both teams traded leads until the final whistle.
The annual election for Camp 8387 W O W was held at the IOO F hall Thursday night. H A Miller was named commander with Geo O Walker as advisory lieutenant and Frank Hatch as banker. The public installation will be held next Thursday evening January 13 to close with an old time basket picnic. The lodge plans its annual hall at Orpheus hall February 12, Lincoln's birthday.
Chris W Bodily of Moffat appeared at the Courthouse Monday to qualify as Justice of the Peace for the Moffat precinct.
A holiday note suggests sending a Christmas express to friends as a thoughtful New Year remembrance, encouraging warm wishes and lasting cheer. The message emphasizes sharing goodwill during the season and into the upcoming year.
Mrs Fred G Bingham entertained the Uintah Stake primary board at her home yesterday afternoon for the thirty fourth birthday of Mrs Bingham. Present were Mrs Ruth Bannion, Mrs Joseph P. Hacking, Mrs HS Sowards, Mrs George L Woodbury, Dr H E Rich, Ethlynn Bartlett, Mrs W Henderson, Mary Winder, Anna K Bartlett, and other board members and guests.
Fatty Arbuckle appears at the Vogue on Monday night in a billed program titled Hay Sead. The review notes his comedic presence and the show's lighthearted tone.
Friday afternoon the Royal Neighbors of America held a regular meeting with Mr Bessia Swain and then spent a social hour with Mrs Swain who served a meal.
Mr and Mrs Charles Carter Jr hosted a Sunday evening dinner for their sons Charlea H. and R Lawrence and for invited guests the Misses Pearl Shimmin and Ethel Colton, with others unnamed in the fragment.
Bishop and Mrs Eric A Cramer entertained at their ranch Friday night with a supper for ten. Guests included Mr and Mrs Harmon S. Sowards Attorney and Mrs Wallace Calder, Mr and Mrs Walter Wolley, and Mr and Mrs R. H. Reader.
Elfreda Davis and Mr George L Woodbury travel with their sons as they depart early in the week to resume studies at the Agricultural college in Logan.
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