Burning restrictions lift? Vernal area reports second blaze
A second three car crash fatality in Vernal was followed by memorial services for Thomas Pant and others. The Bureau of Land Management bans all burning permits in the Duchesne District due to extreme fire danger, with two major recent fires near Woll Den and Bookcliff Mountains, causing wide shutdowns across Uintah County.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tor Thomas Pant
Tharsehe
J Davis Ward
I. Greenhow
Pop
Omana
Age Meuaten Bate
Heplish
Craig
Colorado
Morey
Hyrum
Elizabeth Smith Greenhow
Hig Fantly
Bureau of Land Management
Duchesne
Date Naytor
BLM
Uintah Couny
Woll den
Vernaland
Rainbow
Vernal
Bookcliff
Naylor
Mondleco
Allen Brewer
Sweetwater
J. Whitney Lloyd
Leota Shower Honors Alberta Wilkins
A household shower was held at the ward house on Tuesday for bride to be Alberta Wilkins. Guests included Betty Jensen, DeLoris Huff, Bonita and Ruth Huff, Donna Stoddard, and Jean Rogers. Readings, a duet, and a dessert luncheon accompanied by piano from Ruth Searle marked the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jean Rogers
Ward House
Alberta Wilking
Betty Jensen
DeLoris Huff
Bonita
Ruth Huff
Donna Stoddard
Polo
Ruth Searle
Donita Huff
Peora Springs
Sre
Louie Hall
Oor Durfee
Lea Jorge
Trevler Harzbon
San Francisco
Albert Nielsen
Roosevelt
Clyde Clark
Salt Lake City
Lloyd Pope
Vernal
Calvin Jorgensen
Leo Jorgensen
Ray Wardle
Carl Wilking
National Guard
Camp Williams
Bir
Darrell Slaugh
Whitenocks Priest’s Rise At White Rocks Ceremony
A fragmentary report notes a priestly figure nicknamed the buckaroo priest rising in status at a White Rocks ceremony. The item mentions immediate admiration and connections to White Rocks and Rinatett, but the full context is unclear due to damaged text.
Three Day Rodeo Draws Thousands and Prizes Totaling 782
The three day rodeo attracted thousands as prizes reached 782 dollars. Rodeo Committee praises the Rangdy Riding Club and local LDS wards for parade participation while dancers and entertainment drew crowds in Vernal and Swanen. Local clubs Showalter Motor Navies Ward and Johnny M supported the event with quick city action on street improvements.
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Paige
Rodeo Committee
LDS
Jadlams Va Pareik
Steis
Ins
Swanen
Ward
Johnny Ml
Fernal City
Yoo Streets Co
Car Chashes Building At Roadside Drive In
An automobile driven by Sterling Smith Marsh Jr struck a vehicle and crashed into a drive in, breaking a large glass window and wall. Damage to the building is estimated at 1000 dollars, to the first car 1000 dollars, to the other car 300 dollars, and to a parked auto. Mrs. Allen faces citations for failing to yield right of way and for lacking a valid license.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sterling Smith Marsh, Jr
Garland
Utah
Allen
Idaho
Nevada
Fishing Opens as Higher Waters Improve Across Park
Local anglers report a slow but steady opening as higher waters improved at Oaks Park and nearby areas. Park officials counted roughly 200 anglers along the lake with many fish still in shallower areas while others were hauled in, marking a cautious start to the season.
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Park Wan
Fredds
Oil News Test Drilling Updates Uintah County
Oil and gas updates describe Warner No. Johnson d& Hunn location in Uintah County near Firewater Canyon where El Paso Natural Gas Co. No. 1 tests a 4500 foot Wasatch formation. Brennan Bottoms No. 1 Gulf OM Corp location 1975 20 East with new baselines and road construction for the Green River test.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brennan Bottoms
Gulf OM Corp
Uintah County
Armory to Be Built Aims to Expand Unit Facilities
The article outlines plans for a new armory on First West with ample storage and drill space. It details layout including vehicle bays, a drill hall, and space for dump trucks and heavy equipment, plus utilities and equipment storage to support the unit’s operations and training.
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First West
Ted
Thaile der Bail
Greet Baruey
Lee
Eta
Aelne
Tridith
Bataan Combat Arey
Youths Receive Sentence for Gas Theft in Ogden City Court
In Ogden city court on a Friday morning, four youths were charged with petty larceny for stealing gas. They faced jail time and fines, with one youth to be turned over to the probation board after serving sentence. Officials say the four suspects were apprehended near Industrial Brooke and Thecca and are being returned to the school.
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Ogden Pubes Si
Thecca
Boyd
Borun
Jessie Johnson Wins Scholarship to University of Utah
Jessie Johnson earns a scholarship to the University of Utah after strong qualifications and character noted by school officials. His father, Mr. Johnson, is district deputy for Carter County, Vernal, and supported by the community for academic achievement and future plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jessie Johnson
U. of U
Anal Leon
Sina Gate
Esean High School
Malategan
Mr. Johnson
Jessie
Carter On Co. Ki
Fin
Basin project funding amid unclear figures
The fragment discusses a Basin facility funding near $7,000 and an armory project with multiple floors. It references guard and Vand assets and uncertainty about totals, suggesting a planned expansion or redevelopment with financial and logistical questions unresolved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Recebara St
Vand
Uiniah
Grand Junction and Rangely Group Urges Action on Water Plans
Grand Junction and Rangely groups press Congress to speed action on water from the Yampa River and oppose Dinosaur National Monument construction. They fear saline effects from Green Basin exchanges and urge protection of water quality while promoting tourism in Vernal and Wendover Utah. Members from Grand Junction attend meetings with local officials and supporters. MGM reportedly chooses not to film in Vernal, hopes for another project in the area.
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Congress
Dinosaur
National Monument
Yampa
Anish
den Iver
Wendover
Utah
MGM
Vernal
Fim
Sis, Smith
Grand Junction
Tom Clark
Preston Walker
McCormick
Sheldon Joon
John Hill
Allen Pett
Naywood Jones
Les Halverson
Harold Shult
Industrial breakthrough enables rapid synthetic rubber
Industrial research has made it possible to produce cold GRS j synthetic rubber in about 12 to hours, a development that could shorten production times and reduce costs. Further work will refine the process and verify long term durability and quality.
Noted Doctor Warns Worry Affects Washington Work
A respected physician cautions that anxiety hampers performance in Washington duties, urging calm focus to sustain effective work and decision making.
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Washington
Broadway Stars and Symphony in Salt Lake City Event
In Salt Lake City a Broadway Stars performance with a symphony and ballet is announced. Mall orders taken at Kingsbury Tall with pricing options listed and street addresses provided.
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Stara
Stadium Rowl
Salt Lake City
Balt Lake 1
Universi
Roads Improve In Dinosaur National Monument
The Dinosaur National Monument Museum reports heavy visitor traffic as a display and lecture program attract crowds. The monument has seen decades of work to improve scenic access, notably at Harpers Corner with canyon views, while a cloudburst washed out Sand Wash road forcing the crew to clear boulders and debris. The eleven staff includes superintendent Jesse Lombard and rangers from Tucumcari, Round Top, and Jonesdale, plus clerks and guards, as they maintain trails and safety measures for tourists.
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Dinosaur National Monument Museum
Twar Jensen
Jesse Lombard
Monument
Harpers Corner
Senate
Lombard
C. Kirkis
Tucumcari
Max James
Clifford Miles
Rey Templeton
Uireguard
Greystone
Ralph Leeks
Ireguard
Jonesdale
John Polhamus
Round Top
George McKnight
Rlerk
Joe Oxborrow
Junior Adams
Blue Mountain
Pats Hole
Salt Lake Denver Bus Schedule Change Announced
Trailways introduces a new Salt Lake City to Denver schedule at East and 240.8 with service adjustments effective Monday July 6. The revised plan impacts daily departures and connection times for travelers along the Denver Galt route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt.Lake-Denver
Denver - Galt
Lake - Pacific Trailways
Bids Opened on Fort Duchesne Randlett Road Project
The State Road Commission at Salt Lake City and the district engineer at American Fork opened bids this week for the construction of a two inch mixed bituminous surfaced road between Fort Duchesne and Randlett in Utah. Bids reference federal and state numbers S 281 and 1468.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ft, Duchesne Randlett Road
Ft, Ducheare
Webber
State Road Commission
Salt and City
Ametican Fork
Funeral Services Conducted for Afton C Lemmons
Funeral services for Afton Lemmons, 57, were held Wednesday at 2 p.m. in the Vernald Ward Chapel of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. She died Monday at 6 p.m. in Bing County Hospital from a heart ailment. Survived by her husband Suck Lemmons. sons Kenneth of Broken Bow, Nebraska, and Bonita Campbell of Twist, Washington. sisters Mrs. Daphne Ross and Vernalea Delphia Ders Ehekhert. Burial at Vernal Memorial Park Cemetery.
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Afton Lemmons
Vernald Ward
Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday
Ane
Lemanony
Suck" Lemmons
Veena
Bing County Hospital
Kenneth
Broken Bow
Neb
Bonita Campbell
Twist
Wash
Daphin’ Ross
Vernalea Delphia Ders
Ehekhert
Downers Ore
Vernal Memorial Park Cemetery
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Finneral
Alberta Wilkins
Sunda
Ita, Moore
Roy Bas Fnven Roa
Ivan Rogere
Suniday
Halph Durfed
Rondle ' Ain Marlo Logers
Spaue Gymn
Alter World
Archiphan
Whiterocks
Rinatett
Brush Creek Gorge
Univer
Grand Junction and
Rangely
University of Utah Summer Festival
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Wesson
Heinz
French's & of
Country Club
Pierce
Pinecrest
Miracle
Klondyke
Tord Melons
Shaffers
Franks
Skaggs
Afton C. Lemmons
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