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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1923
Page
8
The item records a playful notice about someone named Mickie and a humorous remark on running a newspaper with self-respect. Names and phrases appear in a quirky, clipped style, reflecting a comic or columnist voice from the era.
Will McKey now works at Red Frost garage. Frank Siddoway, long in Salt Lake City, returned Wednesday. Leo C. Thorne moved a photograph shop to his northeast town home. Fuller Brush man E W Evans. L E Jones and daughter were at a dance from Rangely. A A Brigman of Raven Oil left for Rangely. J A Cheney of Utah State Bank travels to reservation towns.
G R Dick Smith from Tridell visited Verna on Wednesday and spoke of a daughter attending school in Willcox.
Sowards appears on the street after a period of home confinement following throat operation. City councilman Harmony is seen nearby, signaling a possible public return to duties and community engagement.
Mrs Ida Wigdom of Qranger Wyoming sister of Mrs Charles H Howell arrives by stage on Wednesday and will visit at the Howell residence with Mr and Mrs Howell.
A fragment lists individuals including Gari Joy Paulson Hugh Stewart Andrew Murray Joseph Dudley and Ivan Peterson among Jensen family attendees for a Wednesday gathering. The passage is incomplete but identifies several named participants.
County Treasurer W S Henderson attended meetings of state county officials in Salt Lake City and returned Wednesday evening.
Mrs. Clydé Hatch has returned from San Francisco where she stayed since October visiting friends and relatives. She is reported in improved health following a lengthy illness and recovery.
Sharif L Richardson County Attorney J T McConnell Land Attorney Thus W ODonnell attended Port Duchesne Thursday before Justice of the Peace EB Curtis of Moffat.
Fragmentary report notes government purchase of town plows for road maintenance and easing hazards near Indian Canyon. Mentions expected car passage under own power and a worker Jos Kliney receiving medical care after a fall.
Next Tuesday Elmer finds, as manager of the dry goods department at Ashley Coop, he will leave for Eystein Point to purchase in goody fox hie department. Later in the week Manager Lo Sander expects to leave for ptso and join Mr. Lid Mrs. Themag Spiers. correspondint will leave for Pasadena California to visit with Vlaudite Mrs I EL Hltttecck and Nada Spiers, the daughter attending school there.
Clyde Beanfon arrives from Salt Lake City to manage business interests and attend corporate meetings. He acts as administrator for the Enos Pennicn estate and plans to depart for hire next Saturday.
Mrs Manker mother of two plans a Monday departure to California with Mrs Clara Splere. They will visit relatives and friends in Los Angeles and other California cities before returning in spring. Mrs Manker resides in Smith Center Kansas.
Local committee announces a vaudeville and dance benefiting Vernal fire department with proceeds to buy fire equipment. About 600 tickets issued, more to come, seating limited, event January 26 at Orpheus Hall.
E D Smith and Robert Cooper arrived in Vernal from Salt Lake City on Thursday. I N Saffer returned to Watson last week. Bishop Moutton and Rev W E Buckley traveled to Salt Lake City after several days in Vernal. Ted McCune went to Watson for mining work. Charles Jewett headed to Grand Junction Colorado. Allan Cannon of Salt Lake City rode to Dragon last week. Mrs Loath Johnston and children visited Rain Bow relatives. Fred Bradenstain rode to Mack Colorado. Uintah railway section men busy installing ite at White flyer this week.
On Tuesday the Gipson hotel was turned over for a full day to the Duveromy chapter of the Eastern Star by manager R M Gipson and wife. Decorations in the dining room and lobby created a festive atmosphere as 66 guests enjoyed lunch and a turkey dinner. Attendees came from Myton Fort Duchesne Duchesne City and Vernal including Rev M J Hersey and daughter Margaret. The hosts provided delightful entertainment and a luncheon.
A morning fire at Nick Swain's house started by a defective flue caused about 56 dollars in damage. A child discovered the blaze. volunteers used water to contain the flames. Insurance covers the loss and adjusters from Uintah Abstract handle the claim. One plant was blown by the electric siren.
Wilford Bastland left Wednesday for Prica with freight and will load back. Hugh Snow traveled from Jonsen Wednesday to attend the Bank of Vernal annual meeting. Lozlie Ashton went to Roosevelt on Sunday for business matters and to manage assets during her son Rao’s illness. Mrs DB Anderson came from Naples Wednesday to attend her sister Alice Hawg’s wedding to Mr Ernest Case.
The Uintah academy held its opening dance Friday night in a newly floor upgraded hall. Piney and school colors decorated the space as the UA orchestra plus Ray Stringham provided music. The event drew a larger crowd than expected and was praised by the student body.
Mr and Mrs L IL Woodird hosted a dinner Sunday with guests including Mr and Mrs William Witbeck Sr Mrs Hickman Mr and Mrs Leslie Ashton Miss Louise Jorgensen Mr and Mrs George E Adams Mr and Mrs William Collyer and Mrs LL W Curry.
Mrs. Lynn Ashton hosted a Friday dinner for Attorney and Mrs. Thos W O'Donnell and Mr. and Mrs. George H Harrison. An enjoyable evening was spent in playing "500."
At a Wednesday meeting of the Uintah County Farm Loan association, J. W Weist E A Cramer A G Goodrich Jacob N Lybbert and Alfred Simper were elected directors. Mr Wiles was named president and Mr Cramer vice president. The secretary and treasurer will be chosen at a later meeting.
Sunday January 7 a baby boy arrived blessing the home of Mr and Mrs Ashley Bannion their second son Ira Thomas sustained a burn to his right forearm after colliding with a stove while playing basketball Tuesday evening causing significant pain.
Second ward M I A activity to be held in Uintah academy Friday January 19 at 8 oclock. The program opens with a big debate Subject Resolved That Life in the country is more favorable to human development than life In the city. A strong line-up of three boys and three girls. A dance will follow with the Stringham orchestra. All valley residents invited.
Postmaster R J Young Jr reports a 30 percent rise in quarterly receipts ending December 31 1922 compared with the prior quarter. December sales reached 1582 16 versus 1299 44 the year before, an increase of 282 72 or 22 percent.
The conjoint program by the First ward orchestra was rela in the Sec ond ward chapel Sunday evening and was largely attended. The program was an excellent one and greatly appreciated.
Mrs Mary Butler remains confined to bed eight weeks after a fall accident but shows steady improvement. Friends express hope she will be out again soon.
Commissioner Roy Taylor returned Wednesday from Salt Lake City where he attended the state convention of county officers. He traveled from Fort Duchesne to his home in Lapoint.
Bernard Gardner of Jepson Way faced a meeting on Wednesday regarding duties with J. G. Pep pard Seed Company. The discussion centered on arranging freight for focal points and pricing strategies.
County Assessor James M Shafer and County Commissioner W I Fletcher returned from Salt Lake City after attending the state convention of county officials.
Ronzer Clyde Lampert of Lone Tree Wyoming departed Vernal after a week saying the cold is severe and his section is feeding sheep and cattle. He left Wednesday reporting harsh conditions and a long journey ahead.
Grandfather and Grandmother Mr and Mrs Na Lughel learn from Mrs Glenn Blair in Calienta Nevada that a son was born to them on January 1 1923 Mrs Blair formerly Vic Preece is connected to Mr Hughes stepdaughter Erneg Case of Jensen son of Mr and Mrs Betor Cate and Miss Alice Mians of Naples ward were tarried by Justice Wednesday Ipvjn Eaton and family plan to return to Rainbow where Mr Cash works in the mines Principal B A theabsen along with Wie family moving into the bungalow across from Hintal academy Jacobsen and the boy made a good trip and are recovering rapidly.
A report from Sunnyside notes Bat Mark McKay injured in an automobile accident. Mrs Thorma ine Johnson recounts the event and his slow recovery from a broken jaw and facial injuries. Her mother Mrs Auther King provides context on his improving condition after the crash.
Readable fragments indicate a fire department vaudeville dance event with performances on Friday morning January 20 and Friday evening January 26 at a venue labeled Or. Pobeusi or Orpheus Melt, listing times and places for attendees.
A marriage announced by Reginald Roulatt formerly Mrs Lillian Logston was recorded aboard the President Van Buren. The couple wed in Grand Junction and took about a month to reach New York. They plan holidays in England and a later voyage to China. Mrs Roulatt once owned a large stock ranch on Brush Creek.
The Aloth County Farm Bureau kicks off a member drive next week aiming for 500 members led by E D Smith president and F O Lundberg Western division president. Old residents recall a strong cooperative spirit and widespread support for a robust Farm Bureau organization.
At the annual meeting held January 30 at the Ufamah Abstract office Emerald Oil Company directors chosen include Jam Flackidg A K Johnson W S Athten H W Woolley and John Nenanion Woolley and Bention replace N J Meagher and W L Metchar. A further meeting is set for next Saturday to organize the board.
The Bank of Vernal held its annual meeting on Wednesday after noon. J Meagher was reelected president and J W Fletcher was named to fill the director vacancy replacing W M McCoy. Other officers include HI Colbarg as vice president and W N Preas as assistant cashier with John N Dasis Hugh Snow Willi L Jonnon and W s L Fletcher serving as directors.
Forester Harry Van Tassel returns with January measurements noting snow depths at stakes 83 84 and 85 on Brush Crack mountain Dutch Charley's Flat and Johns Stones mill at 22 29 and 33 inches. Average 16 inches less than last year. Snow is packed hard and a good road to the mill exists he scaled 600 Jogs for the mill.
Henry A Lee and EH Lee of Lapoint seek 34 second feet from Deep Creek Uintah county to irrigate 240 acres. Jacob Rasmussen of Lapoint requests 1 second foot from Deep Creek to irrigate 5142 acres May 1 to June 15 annually. Ila F Kiefer of Dragon applies for 1.5 seconds from Sweetwater Creek in Uintah county to irrigate 100 acres.
At the annual meeting Monday January and of the Vernal Milling and Light company the board was reelected. William H Siddowly is president Thos W O'Donnell vice president J K Bullock treasurer Herbert Tyrack secretary The above with John Bennion form the board of directors.
Postminster Yount reports that during the past six months the post office insured 11,300 outgoing packages. The figure is over twice the number insured in the same six months of the previous year, covering July 1, 1921 to June 30, 1922.
White Rocks Irrigation Company of Lapoint elects officers for the new term. HORIey Margill named president with C W Thomason as vice president WM Marshall as secretary treasurer and A W Norton as director. The retiring board included George Dartlett president and Morrill vice president.
A Paramount film adaptation stars Agnes Ayres and Jack Holt in Bought and Paid For a George Broadhurst stage hit translated for the screen. The plot follows a wealthy husband who buys his wife gifts then asserts ownership after a drunken bout, causing a breach and dramatic reconciliation.
A family friendly screening titled Black Beauty Tug Story plays at The Vogue. Grandparents and children can enjoy a picture form version with a tone closer to the book than the stage version. Matinee at 3:00 PM on Saturday January 13.
Washington officials say a January conference with Senator Smoot Congressman Colton and the Pension Commissioner resolved delays in Utah Indian War Veterans pensions. All cases within the act will be promptly handled and the new law liberally construed. Colton has pressed the matter since November.
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