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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1921
Page
6
Vernal Express shows advertising rates effective Jan 1 1920 with display and non contracted display charges for inches per line bold face type and black 12pt, business loc. notices 10c per line, and water notices 1500. Final proof and contest notices priced per line or per word with minimums.
A local profile notes a prosperous resident who runs a thriving business with a growing bank account and new car in the garage. His only worry is a rival waking up as a steady advertiser, threatening his smooth edge.
E. E. Heaton the Watson merchant arrived in Vernal Sunday for a business trip.
A fine baby boy arrived at the home of Mr. and Mrs. C. W. Lyons on Monday January 17.
W A Osborne of Dragon arrived Friday and planned several days in the area to purchase cattle, staying to inspect stock and negotiate with local buyers.
Attorney Ray Dillman and the wife of Roosevelt visited Monday and returned the same day, according to notes from local observers.
Paul S. Hanson of Roosevelt and R. A. Nielsen of Cedarview made a three leg flying business trip to Vernal on Monday.
Sixty three young men joined the ary at Lake City last week including Lavell Johnston and Eugene Larsen of Price. The Vernal marriage of Hall and Clara Freestone is mentioned. Arza Adams returns from two years in Toronto Canada with the Canadian mission. Edith McCoy of Vernal leads the University of Utah Business Club. County clerk Charles Hatch sues for his first marriage license to Bruce V. Smith and Mildred Pops as the year ends, while old records spark humor about leap year renewals.
The report lists bale hay at 12.00 per ton and coal at 0.70 per ton. It also records health notes from last Saturday with Anice Smith having her tonsils removed and Mable Richardson undergoing minor operations.
Deputy Game Warden William Preecq came back Tuesday from Baltimore city after a bus trip. Attorney Thomas W. O'Donnell travels to Salt Lake City to attend business before the state board of pardons.
A. B. Atwood of Hanna Utah visited Vernal Monday and said everything on his way is in splendid condition.
Sol Ton departed last week for Salt Lake City to attend the Wool Growers Convention where he will deliver an address before a governing body.
Word from Dr. M. Garrett-O'Bonnell of San Diego California states the mother who broke her hips is progressing as well as expected.
Dan H Hillman left last week for Salt Lake City to attend the Bea Keepers convention and then plans to drive home to California.
Manager Stanley Ashton and Willam Witbeck of A. K. Mercantile departed for Salt Lake City last Sunday on a several days business trip.
J. J. Hank Stewart of Curpy was paroled by the state board of pardons last Saturday after serving time in the penitentiary. He had been sent there last year for a statutory offense in a case before Judge A. B. Morgan.
CG McClure, a trapping expert on Little Brush Creek, spent several days in Vernal. He is a successful beaver trapper and expects a big spring season working for the State trapping beaver.
Aunt Minnie Holmes a longtime Davis ward resident died Wednesday January 19 at her son Joseph Holmes home due to heart disease. Funeral services were held Thursday afternoon at the Davis ward house.
Mrs. Sadie Campbell reports a theft of her chicken nest by an old hen who carried off a brood just at Christmas. The story notes the surviving chicks are small and growing, with winter keeping them indoors.
W N Anderson manager of the Orpheus invites older residents to a monthly dance series titled Old Fashioned Dances. He reports strong turnout and praise for reviving a youthful spirit among seniors through these gatherings.
Commissioners Lynn Ashton Fred Fortch and Roy Taylor Assessor George E Wilkins and Treasurer Ruben A McConkle of Uintah county attended a state meeting of county officials in Salt Lake City and returned last Saturday reporting two very profitable sessions.
January records show the coldest day the first of the month at 6 below zero. Rain on January 17 and 18 totaled 0.47 inches. Authorities note A. Jhegdore Johnson as the source for the December reading.
Alf Deiter and wife arrived Monday to shop. Their infant fell ill and a doctor was called. The child was found to have measles and a quarantine was set on the Cottage hotel. The source could not determine where the disease originated.
The First Presidency of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints calls a Sunday meeting on January 23 to collect and receive contributions for the Near East Belief Fund aiding distress in Armenia and other oppressed areas in Asia Minor and Central Europe.
Last Saturday evening residents of Dragon and guests from Rainbow and Watson enjoyed a social at the Dragon hotel. William M. Richardson and Kenneth Rhoads led the event assisted by Brg. Clara C. Richardson and Miss Donna Olsen. Music by George Dagle and Mrs. Richardson accompanied the dancers. Nearly one hundred guests expressed great enjoyment of the evening.
A commentary notes Wilson vetoed the War Finance Corporation revival bill and Senate Democrats joined Republicans to override. It compares to Taft and Roosevelt, arguing power rests with the people and warning against “one man government” in politics.
Detroit officials report the treasury department has ruled that home brewed beer manufacture is a violation even without sale or consumption. John A. Grogan says Detroit man was billed under section 36 of the national prohibition act. The penalty mirrors an income tax delinquency rate, not a criminal fine.
Thirty two guests attended a Sunday afternoon shower for Miss Mildred Pope at the home of J Emery Jobogsoy hosted by Mrs. Johnson and Merle Pope. The event followed Mildred Pope's January 18 marriage to Bruce W. Smith with games recitations a song and a luncheon.
All correspondents are instructed to submit their reports by Tuesday at the latest. The directive emphasizes timely delivery for full newsroom coverage.
Bruce V South son of Mr and Mrs E D Smith and Miss Mildred Pope daughter of John T Pope were united in marriage Tuesday at 3 PM at J Emery Johnson home by Justice H Walter Wolley. Relatives and close friends attended as the couple plan a visit to Los Angeles where Smith will study at the Automotive School after his army service and Smith and Pope begin a new life together.
Uintah Academy defeated the American Legion 34 to 29 in the opener as a 19 to 19 halftime tie gave Uintah the lead. Central School boys beat the American Legion second team 27 to 14 in the nightcap due to strong second-half teamwork. Manager Wm. Mott issued a challenge for a future game.
A boastful youth from the Isle of Calico invites a bold volley ball challenge in January. He taunts the Pitt-rollers Money-muckera and others, promising battle on the plain of Twobaskets in Orpheus valley next Saturday night. He claims superior strength and heritage among merchants and damns rivals as weaker.
Duchesne defeated Vernal 23 to 17 in a Wednesday basketball game. A dance followed the contest.
A notice seeks a furnished house for a married couple. Call with available options or contact details.
Mr and Mrs Ben Snyder traveled to Roosevelt on Saturday. Mrs Les O Driscoll visited friends in Roosevelt Tuesday. John Haslen returned to Salt Lake after spending the holidays here. Snyder conducted business at Moffat Friday. Miss Evan Hunting surprised by friends Thursday evening at sister Mrs Edith Allred's home with games and refreshments.
Mr and Mrs James Fisher mourn the death of their nine month old daughter Anna K after about a week of illness marked by intestinal trouble. The notice records the family loss and illness timeline.
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