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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1931
Page
8
A notice records the editor manager deposited a four second class matter at the post office in Ernal Stah on March 13 1909 under the act of March 3 1879.
UTAN Press Association and National Editorial Association member profile notes an optimistic political stance focused on growth for Ashley Valley. Lists affiliations with UTAN Press Assn and National Editorial Assn.
Archie Lewis and Charles Henderson left last Thursday for Price to handle business matters and returned home the following day.
Miss Zelda F Bascomb returns to Vernal on Tuesday evening after ten weeks in Woods Cross where she was employed. She visited relatives along the way, including in Heber.
Howard Bascomb began work at Wreks Brothers Barber Shop last week after illness. Airy Bascomb fell ill with pneumonia in early December. Many friends are glad to see him back at his post.
Corwin Hatch known as Tommy underwent an appendicitis operation last week. Though very ill and briefly doubtful, he is now steadily improving. A wide circle of friends eagerly awaits his rapid recovery.
Supervisor J D Stewart of the Uintah National Forest Vernal told the Roosevelt Lions on Thursday afternoon that the Duchesne county area holds more than a half billion feet of lumber, mainly lodgepole pine, but sawmill facilities are inadequate to handle the available stands.
Henderson and Leo Woodard came back Sunday evening from a business trip to Salt Lake City. They were accompanied from Prose by Or Bon Calder who had been at outside points on business and pleasure. While away he visited his daughters Mrs Mamie Hobinson and Mrs Kath yn Sumalon and families.
Twenty nine Trail Builder boys of the Vernal Second ward Primary, with Big Brother Laurel Woods and Mrs A Theodore Johnson as leader, spent a day at the Upper Canal. They enjoyed a bonfire where they roasted weenies and marshmallows in a joyful gathering.
Oscar Slansen of Price is in town this week Charles Merkley has been ill with hay fever Lloyd Petty of Price visited in town this week Mrs James Luster left Friday morning with her son Loren to seek medical attention for his eye Mrs DeVere Carroll has been very ill with quinsy Mrs Martha Blaugh of Roosevelt visiting Mrs Florence Willis left for home Monday R A Gillis of Price state road engineer was in Vernal handling business matters this week
Miss Net Shiner traveled to Salt Lake City for medical attention, accompanied by her brother Bob.
William Howard underwent a minor operation the first of the week and his friends hope to see him out again soon.
John Jorgensen of the Commercial Hotel has shown improvement over the past week, with reports indicating he is better at this time. No further details on cause or prognosis provided.
Mr and Mrs Vennus Coltharp occupy part of the Alvin Weeks home after moving in at the start of the week.
Mrs Johanna Johnson a trained nurse from Salt Lake City arrived in Vernal on Tuesday to care for Mrs 5 M Logan.
John Bristol, a Spanish American War veteran, learned from Con. Don F. Colton that his pension has been allowed at 4000 dollars for four months with two years back pay. This news confirms a favorable decision and retroactive compensation.
James Coltharp reported his mother is at Las Vegas New with her condition described as serious. Mr and Mrs Coltharp are by her bedside as a later update notes her condition has improved.
Mr and Mrs P Jonnson of Ioks announce the birth of a baby boy born Sunday January 18. Mother and babe are doing well at the home of Mr and Mrs Peterson. Mrs Johnson is a sister to Mr Peterson.
The town basketball squad left Wednesday morning for Merker Ridle and Craig Cole to face town teams at each site. Players include Clement Faton Newell Shaffer Loyal Olsen Eldred John Orlan Johnson and Lynne Frees stone.
Mr and Mrs Ward P White announce the birth of an eight and a half pound baby boy born Saturday January 17 to Mr and Mrs J A Shaw of Oilenburg Washington. Mrs Shaw was formerly Miss Eva White. He is the first grandson of Mr and Mrs White.
Roland C Linquist and his daughter Lila with Miss Helen Henderson were guests at the home of Mr and Mrs W Henderson in Price. After Linquist settled business matters they returned to Price Thursday afternoon.
Aird Merkley and his father Mr Fills Merkley arrived home Friday afternoon after Elder Merkley completed two years in the German Austrian mission. Since his release two months ago he has toured Europe and visited parts of the United States. Many friends welcomed him home in Price.
Miss Alice Pedersen county home demonstration agent Mrs IT A Man ker and Mrs W oS Henderson drove to Lapoint Tuesday to plan organizing 4 Men and Women Farm Bureau there. Mrs Henderson discussed Daughters of the Pioneers with the ladies, and Miss Beatrice Bally accompanied them to the Lapoint schools.
A Corty of ficers board gathering convened Friday at Mrs MoM Cook's home. Several business matters were disposed of as the group reports founding Utah and initiating Westward Trails. The first Wednesday of each month will be their regular board meeting day. Dainty refreshments followed.
The Publishers Auxiliary of Chicago notes the Vernal Express Christmas edition by James H. and William B Wallis, a 20 page issue featuring Vernal and nearby industry prospects, strong local advertising and Christmas features, and a handsome cover. The Wallises deserve credit for the splendid edition.
Vernal society notes two club gatherings. Twentieth Century Club hosted by Mrs Vern McCarrell on Saturday January 2 featured pink table decor, luncheon for eleven, and a program by Mrs Robert Johnston discussing The Rejuvenation of Aunt Mary. Beau Arts Club hosted by Mrs J Clive Davis on Thursday January 22 served luncheon at small pink themed tables. Mrs Hatter Witbeck led a life and works lesson on Sir Joshua Reynolds with The Age of Innocence as study image. Eight members attended with several guests including Mrs Gordon DeMoisy and others.
Thalia Club gathered Thursday January 22 at Mrs Edna Lunquist’s home for Mrs Eva Freestone’s birthday. Mrs Anna Chase led a literary lesson. Mamie Marlon Dora Milburn and Anna Harth helped. guests received gifts and a dinner for twelve. The Utopia Club met January 24 at Mrs James Freestone’s home for a business meeting and a luncheon after a review of Scarlet Sister Mary by Mrs Chas Lewis.
VATA stake board held a banquet at the high school Wednesday night in honor of Jesse Haws retiring as YMIA president. A long table with red carnations ferns and red candles set a Valentine color theme. Hamilton Calder acted as toastmaster with toasts by Mrs Merkley on the past Mrs Olsen on the present and Mrs Driver E Smith on the future. Glen Guymon spoke in response. Carl Davis led in stunt songs as Miss Helen Calder Miss Jorna Mure ray and Miss Karma Young provided music. Haws has served eleven years on the stake board with four presidents including Pontha Calder Hebert Owen Irvin Eaton and Arthur Man nating, who were special guests. Other attendees included the presidency of the stady and MENA boards with their partners. Miss Alice Pederson supervised arrangements assisted by Miss Vera Calder.
The Faculty Women League met Wednesday January 21 at Mrs Lloyd Winn’s home with twelve guests seated among tables lit by frost ed candles and snow balls. After lunch, a program on music appreciation led by Lloyd Winn with Mrs Carl Davis featured piano and soprano solos and a demonstration of musical periods.
Orson Richards of Naples, confined at Vernal hospital for seven weeks with a dropey ailment, shows signs of recovery as he gets better.
Miss Alene Johnson of IeLa visited Rathday and stayed with her mother Mrs P Johnson at the home of Mr and Mrs E Petersen.
Mr and Mrs Paxton of Du Chesne hosted several friends while attending a teachers institute last Saturday. The gathering highlighted community support and local hospitality during the event.
Lloyd Fisher of Idaho Falls Idaho traveled to Vernal last Tuesday to visit his wife at the home of her parents Mr and Mrs Sam Bennion. After a pleasant visit he left for Idaho on Sunday.
Afton Elrey Wild of Fir Creek reports her two and a half year old son Ladell Wild is much better after ten days in the hospital suffering pneumonia. The family asks for continued speedy recovery and prayers.
Mr and Mrs Rae Ashton returned Tuesday evening from a very enjoyable pleasure trip to Salt Lake City and Ogden. They were accompanied as far as Duchesne by Mr and Mrs Love Ashton and as far as Roosevelt by Mr and Mrs Claire Ashton.
Mr and Mrs A Bryson of Cody Wyoming announce the arrival of a grandson to Mrs Bryson, formerly Miss Gus Davis, who taught in Uintah county schools for seven years. Bryson is manager at Raven Oil and Refining company. The news makes Mr Bryson a grandfather.
The f stake men opened league play with a 17 23 Naples victory over Glines, followed by Vernal First defeating Baeser 7 3. A second doubleheader Naples vs Maeser is set for Saturday January 31 at 3 30 pm, with Second and First games to follow. The stakes champion will face Provo February 23 26.
Harold Calder held a Saturday evening party with a Val entine motif in the entertaining rooms. Tables for twenty four guests bore red carnations place cards and favors matching the theme. After supper Progressive Rummy was paged. Glen Guyman won high honors and Don Hacking the consolation. Miss Vera Calder assisted the host.
The five members gathered at Miss Lately’s home on a Sunday afternoon for candy pulling and card playing. The group, consisting of Ruth Hart Marva Hodson Isobel Dillman Clara Colton Lorna Celton Famire Colton Virginia Noel Alta Fox LaBerle Cook and Virginia Kitchen, reported a delightful time and hope to meet again soon.
Mrs Adair Tyzack hosted a Legion Auxiliary gathering on Wednesday with Mrs William Stringham leading an engaging talk on studying measures before the legislature and Congress. The afternoon featured bridge and a delicious lunch, with the next meeting slated for Mrs John N Davis’s home on February 11.
Mrs Thomas Robbins and Thom AS called on her daughter Mrs Della Chivers in Vernal while caring for a sick grandchild. Visitors included Mrs Pearl Chivers, Wiss Thelma Anderson, Linnla Simper, Angus Slaugh, Joseph Atwood, and many others. A chicken pox absence affected students. a stake meeting drew many ward officers and teachers. a talking doll program was missed. a benefit dance for Mrs Clay Richens drew good attendance. A car accident near Green River narrowly avoided a rollover. several trips and visits filled the week.
The Country Fair at the Imperial Hall on Wednesday evening February is a side splitting musical extravaganza produced by Naples talent. Holders of recreational tickets will be admitted.
State Superintendent Police officials Miss Matilda Peterson and I William Williamson visited the Express editor on Saturday in a friendly call, noting the cold spell’s backbone has been broken and signaling a change from the long period of quiet weather since November 17.
A Vernal Central school parent teachers meeting will take place at Uintah high school auditorium Monday evening February 1st at 7 30. New officers seek to engage parents and teachers with a program including community singing vocal and trumpet solos readings discussions and a one act play followed by dancing and refreshments. Admission is free and all school patrons are invited.
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