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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1947
Page
8
Lois Timothy to wed in Salt Lake City ceremonies with Colsteach daughter of Ur as the couple prepares for a 1943 wedding. The article notes her schooling, three years in the army with service in the South Pacific, and plans to settle after the ceremony.
Shirley Anderson daughter of Mr and Mrs Markusen of Vernal will wed Larry Thorne grandson of Mr and Mrs Besines in Salt Lake City. The ceremony will be held at the first Congregation church with the couple planning a small reception at the Thorne residence in Salt Lake.
A Vernal social note reports the marriage of Freda Richins to Kedrick Caldwell. They wed June 19 in Centerville with Bishop Fisher officiating. The bride wore a pink crepe two piece dress with camelias. she is a former LDS Business College student and stenographer. The groom is from the Caldwell family, served with the Vernal National Guard, and works at Caldwell Timber Company. The couple will reside in Vernal.
Mr and Mrs Lester Gagon, prominent Avalon newlyweds, were honored last Friday at an informal reception at the Avalon ers. The groom is Lester Gagon, formerly Lucie Wilson, daughter of Mr and Mrs Wille Wilson of Seota. The couple plan to reside in Provo where Mr Gagon is employed.
Anne Amourette of Centerville Indiana will wed Maurice E Kidd son of Mr and Mrs Thomas E Kidd The bride to be has filled a mission for the LDS church Mr Kidd is a veteran of four years army service in the South Pacific Anniversary dinner Mr and Mrs Bob Rich of Jensen entertained at an anniversary dinner honoring Mrs Jerry Rich on their 24th wedding anniversary
Local notices celebrate multiple June births and family entries. afc. and Mrs Buel Bennett of Birl welcome a baby, June 30, while Mr and Mrs Afra Lowell and Hus Richanison of Bonanza report a two bay, June date. Mr and Mrs Orlo Goodrich announce a girl born June 28. Mr and Mrs Grant Gibbons of Gusher welcome a boy born June 26. Mr and Mrs Harold Cook announce a boy born June 28, with Mrs Cook previously Nelda Gray.
A sunset service Sunday marks Uintah County Centennial celebrations with a festival program. Speakers include Annamas Snow, Biomer, and Robertson. Louise Caldwell and Gloria Wallis Pit will present, with Rema B. Tay iy delivering remarks and the prize winning song performed. The program features historical readings, a two-story feature, and a special choir led by Eloise Neilson.
A social tea honors Mrs P J Ordener and Mr M McNeill with entertainment by Stertone at a home ceremony. The Ordenera were married June 7 in a private gathering, and plans for a Texas honeymoon were noted.
Mrs Dean Lambert nes Pera McCarrell was feted Saturday at a bridal shower at the Theo. Aderesses attractive floral arrangements created a festive atmosphere for the occasion. A dessert course Junrheso was served to 45 guests.
Five Uintah county girls have entered the rodeo queen contest. Avin Kay and Lloyd Eaton, queen committee cochairmen, announced the lineup including Shirley Wilson Ruby Joe Hazelbesh Donna Match Donna Timothy and more. The organizers report strong ticket sales as the field prepares for events at Green Lakes Resort and the pioneer day parade in Lake City. The queen dance July 18 and the Vernal Rodeo August 7 8 9 culminate in the queen being crowned with several local groups expected to enter in the coming week.
The Meat Products Plant announces a relocation and modernization effort aiming for a fully modern sanitary operation. Builders Lynn Mortinsen and Salt Lake architects emphasize workmanship and materials, with the firm planning to source pork, Frankfurters, hamburger, lunch meats, and cured products from growers and to set maximum prices.
The Shopper notes new gowns from Ashton in varied sizes priced 2.08 to 6.75, a fresh stock of studio couches at Hackings with floral tapestry options, a two piece Charles of London living room set priced at 250, and folding metal card tables at 8.95. Also advertised are caftes, poppers, choppers, and a wide fan selection from Searle Electric and Appliance, with prices from 10.05 to 59.00 as summer temps rise.
A wedding notice describes the couple's ceremony with pink street length attire and roses, a luncheon reception, and a honeymoon trip through a valley and Yellow Park. They plan to reside in Buhl Idaho after marriage. Mrs Smca has studied electrical engineering at Colorado State University.
Marriage rites held in Salt Lake City temple with couple to reside in Vernal. Ward relief notices urge attendance and school activities for all members.
Fragmented text notes a Social Security worker at a city office. Mentions Vernal and Monday. Contains garbled names and stray terms, with unclear actions or outcomes. Potential reference to a donation or event but details are unreadable.
Fragmentary OCR text references a state level championship and related activities, with unclear names and details. It hints at a competition involving bears or a team, but many words are garbled. The readable items point to a formal event, possibly sports or state contest, with limited concrete facts.
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