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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1931
Page
4
Bizarre tale describes elephants named Bingo Flyphant and Jingo performing playful trunk tricks for children. The keepers caution against mischief as animals showcase feeding antics, balancing acts, and gentle demonstrations that amuse the onlookers.
Fragmentary lines hint at a playful exchange about a doughnut growing on a tree and a party Crantey. Names and places are unclear but the scene emphasizes a quirky dialogue.
A fragmented note discusses a historic influence linking a renowned singer to a chef’s famed creation. It mentions Ganine Goest and a moment when artistic talent shaped culinary naming. Several garbled phrases reference measurements and names, but the core idea remains: a celebrated artist's influence on a chef's award winning work.
Fragmentary notes describe a mother and child seeking fruit with an absent storekeeper named Betty. The dialogue hints at price uncertainty and sales delays without clear details on location or date.
The article describes debates over why seawater appears blue, discussing copper compounds and dissolved substances. It cites German chemist Richard Willstätter and American scholars, noting disagreement on whether copper minerals or water properties cause the hue and mentioning observations about sea depth and coloration.
The notice warns rats as highly destructive pests and disease vectors impacting broad areas. It cites the BIA and NEATE surveys noting extensive damage from rat activity and calls for control measures, including poison options like red yolk bait, to protect public health and property.
Fragmented text describes wartime confiscation and transfer of property to the federal government. It mentions state actions and private ownership, with references to the federal claim over site ownership and a possible lapse to public or state control. The excerpt appears as a rough, error-filled record of transfer and ownership questions.
The passage discusses the Trade Dollar and its role in the oriental trade, noting the United States issued silver coins between ISTE and UST for use in Asian markets. It contrasts African and Mexican silver dollars as monetary units and considers the Trade Dollar's weight relative to the Mexican and Japanese yen. It mentions theories about absorbing America’s silver surplus through Chinese demand.
Report by Dr Browne of the United States Fire Service suggests a faulty coating in the refinery area causes paint to peel away from walls. The malfunctioning section tolerates heat and moisture, leading to poor adhesion and ongoing maintenance concerns.
The text discusses currency systems and metal bases, noting varying metallic standards and exchange dynamics. It references the idea of universal or differing monetary bases and how a silver or other metal standard might influence international trade and price levels.
An expert team has been appointed to inspect the leaning structure. They will determine the foundation weakness and oversee strengthening injections of cement to ensure future tower safety.
The passage explains the cotton mouth behavior seen in water moccasins, noting a threats display with the mouth opening and a whitish interior. It defines the term as a descriptive name for that display and mentions Raymond J. Dltnara in connection with the description.
Colfax California editor T H Sefton of The Record won first prize in the Plymouth Why Id Buy contest. He received a $1000 annual life income for the rest of his natural life after sending a two cent entry from notes on the back of an envelope. Sefton formerly ran papers in California and now writes multiple columns while balancing local news and poetry.
Fragmentary dialogue shows an older woman confronting youths at a swimming site and a response invoking law enforcement. The text hints at safety concerns and authorities, with mention of a policeman father and a peace department.
A riddle joke contrasts a barber’s tools with a mother’s care. The punchline plays on segments of words to hint at shaved heads versus raising children.
A man fell ill and his wife rushed him to the hospital after he complained of severe stomach pain. The hospital staff prepared for admission while the wife asked if he had pajamas, a detail she seemed unsure about. The incident centers on the man’s sudden illness and the hospital response.
Utah University and Utah State Aggies prepare for a two game weekend series in Logan to settle the conference race. Utah aims to extend a string of wins while the Aggies count on veteran leadership and two new faces Wilcox and Belliston to challenge for the championship. Captain Seth Parkinson leads the Aggies with guard Young and Allsop ready to pressure Utah stars Red Clark Cox and Smith. The series tips off Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m. in Logan. Mary Johnson Augustine dies in Salt Lake City at age 86 after long service in the church and community. she is survived by sons C Augustine, B Augustine, J A W McCaslin in Salt Lake, M E Mitchell in Saint Joseph, Reuben Augustine in Berkeley, and many grandchildren.
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