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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1947
Page
6
A call for a new declaration of independence from accidents on the anniversary of the nation. The piece urges a public pledge to prevent injuries from careless driving and dangerous behavior, arguing accidents kill more than wars and harm families through preventable neglect. It stresses shared responsibility and safer conduct for all.
A grocery chain concluded that price cuts depend on lower retailer costs and profits near minimal. It warned that universal zero profit is unrealistic, noting few savings on the average family’s food bill. The piece argues inflation demands productivity, cheap production methods, honest work, and prudent government policy from all levels.
East Main Street property owners move to curb and gutter improvements as Vernal eyes a near term test project. Citizens anticipate practical results on costs, feasibility, and impact while last week’s hearing left questions undecided.
The report urges long range fiscal shifts to aid small business and curb monopolies. It highlights seeking tax reform, new government loan banks for exporters, and a broader tax system recasting rather than mere rate changes. Senate labor bill moderates face debate amid union concerns and campaign stances.
A U1 foundation report issued this week notes Utah employs one in five people in government. It says Utah has a high federal civilian employee ratio, more than many industries, with government wages nearing four times mining wages and over twice manufacturing and trade wages. Nevada tops government employment share, and Utah ranks high in federal versus state and local workers.
The Commercial Softball League schedule, announced by Frank Wright, county recreation director, lists first round games from June 27 through September 2. Matches include Vernal Drug versus Utah Blaster, Ashton’s versus Caldwell, Kiwanis versus Vernal Drug, and more with all games at 6 p.m.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention individuals and places such as Mie, Maeser, Urs, Clarence, Marty, Be ber caneh ren Bavetty, Rawlins, Pasker, Massey, and the Tammany society of News. The text hints at a historical civic or social roster with unclear context and several garbled names.
Incomplete OCR text shows fragmented phrases about mining, trade and relocation concerns. Mentions Premier level topics and whales, suggesting discussion of economic measures, but the garbled line lacks clear names, dates, or actions.
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