29 Jan 1948
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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1948
Page
1
A fragmentary notice resembles an old style community ad set, with references to Varnall Express, weekly meeting, and local sales. The readable bits suggest ads and notices for upcoming weekend promotions, timetable shifts, and a local editor’s notes.
The Jaycees raise funds for the Salina bands to purchase new uniforms and gear. Mothers organization backs the drive to support the senior and junior bands as current outfits are threadbare. Community events including theatre shows planned for February and March will aid the fundraising effort.
Region Five basketball action has Uintah Roosevelt and Duchesne neck and neck down the home stretch as Duchesne pushes Altamont into the cellar. The night featured tight scoring, standout guards, and late surges shaping the race for the regional lead.
Moon Lake REA members will hold a special meeting at Altamont High School Mt Emmons on February 7 at 9:29 a.m. to vote on by law and article amendments including moving headquarters from Mt Emmons to Roosevelt and election of directors by geographic districts. The meeting will feature REA officials and a Washington examiner who will explain the cooperative’s financial condition and reforms to ensure representation from Uintah Basin districts.
Funeral services were held this week at Livingston for Edward Thomas Tucker 51 of Bonanza who died from injuries received last Sunday when he fell at the bottom of a shallow placer. Tucker was born 4 26 189? in Tampa Kan and lived in Bonanza for over a year. He is survived by his wife three daughters Mildred Beverly and Beverly Tucker and three grandchildren.
A Roosevelt youth, 16, Nedon Hamilton, was killed and two other youths, Bennie Clellan, 13, and Nira Ey, injured when the motorcycle they rode veered and struck a truck west of Roosevelt on Highway 40 Tuesday night. Roosevelt State Highway Patrolman Sammy Hateh and Roosevelt sheriff Jack McArthur led the response to the scene and transported victims to Urbe Roosevelt Hospital.
Funeral services for Mrs Ella Smith Burton 35 who died Sunday during childbirth at Uintah County hospital were held today. Daughter of Ella and Verna Smith, she and Jas Burton lived on a Lapoint ranch. Survived by her husband four daughters and two sons.
A fragment notes Salt Lake visitors visiting with Mr and Mia Jackson and Margis Carroll and Ramona in a brief local item.
Oilers meet Holladay Stars at 7 30 p m in Vernal arena continuing Utah high school league battle. Stars boast a 7 0 record while Oilers rely on Grant HWh, George Gourley, Ken Sowards and Dick Coleman to spark attack. Bundburg and Thomas provide height and rebounding as Coach Ecker Studio team eyes decisive win.
The Bureau warns drivers to check exhaust systems and floor boards for leaks to prevent deadly carbon monoxide buildup in garages. Prompt inspections advised to protect hundreds of people each winter.
Funeral service for Mrs. Camphil will be held at Vernal Chapel in Batra pane anata with burial in the Se ben Cemetery. The service will follow a rosary at 3 and Mary Lucy am. She leaves three daughters and four sons with numerous relatives and stepchildren.
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