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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1924
Page
7
The Real Estate Dealer declares he is a Realtor to save time and keep moving, turning cow pastures into desirable streets. He notes that many townspeople now own their homes thanks to his efforts and vision.
Miss Nellie Gillman is employed as a stenographer in the county recorder’s office.
T J Davis of Watson was a business visitor in town for several days and left for home on Tuesday.
Cashier J A Cheney of the Utah State Bank traveled to Roosevelt on Saturday for a business visit summarizing banking matters and local commerce interests.
Solomon Case arrived Saturday from Rainbow mines and spent several days visiting Hero and Jen-Ber, returning home afterward.
Mr and Mrs Hylas C Smith of Wilson precinct were entertained on Saturday evening at the home of Mr and Mrs E Peterson.
Mrs. Lister Campbell traveled from Fort Duchesne on Saturday to participate in the boys' and girls' club leaders' meeting, joining local organizers and participants.
William Merrill of Randlett arrived Saturday on his motorcycle to attend the boys and girls activities. He joined spectators and participants at the community gathering and watched events unfold.
Superintendent H. B. Olson returned Monday evening from Salt Lake City where he attended the convention of state superintendents.
Harmon S. Sowards, manager at Continental Oil, suffered a painful injury to his leg when he cranked a Ford on a Saturday. The incident highlights risks faced by workers operating vehicles and machinery in local service facilities.
Ouray businessman W P Ellsworth visited Vernal on Tuesday to arrange hauling for the new Ouray school project and will handle much of the transportation work.
Levi Muir of the state road commission assisted on paving for project No. 100 last week and returned this week to Salt Lake City.
Floyd F. Hume, formerly of Ver nal where he worked in the postoffice, is now permanently located at Redondo Beach California and remains employed in the postoffice.
Misa Fay Siddeway a stenographer for the Uintah school district office came back last week from Salt Lake City where she had been visiting and enjoying her vacation for some time.
Mrs Rile Blackburn of Lapoint and Mrs B Bartlett of Tridel led the girls club meeting held Saturday afternoon at the courthouse with several members in attendance.
Mrs Wills Johnson and her young daughter Karma depart Vernal after visiting friends and relatives for several days. Johnson, formerly Thelma King, will return to her home in Price.
RB W Matteson of the U S Bureau of Public Roads, based in Ogden, completed a Friday inspection of government and state road projects and will return soon after the Fourth.
Rey, Father Louis J. Fries and Sam Herron traveled Thursday on a business trip, returning from Grand Junction and other points. They traveled in Father Fries' Essex coach.
Mrs Enos Bennion travels with Louisa Bingham of Vernal and Mrs Matilda Case of Jensen returning Sunday night from Bountiful Utah. Berry Whittle drove in the car with his wife. They plan to locate here permanently.
Mr and Mrs Chas R Henderson and Mr and Mrs William S Henderson visited Davenport. They left Saturday for Davenport Town home after being taken to Watson by W S Henderson. Mr Henderson serves as Davenport water works superintendent.
Mr and Mrs W B Henderson traveled with Mr and Mrs B R Moyes of Magna where Moyes runs a tailor shop and with Mrs Edna Carruther Ririo of Logan a former Uintah academy music teacher.
President Ernest Eaton came back last week from Salt Lake City where he conducted business and retrieved his daughter Reba visiting there. Mrs. Eaton had been in Provo for medical treatment and is reported to be very much improved.
Soren C Christensen of Lapoint was a business visitor in Vernal on Thursday.
A pithy remark notes that many men spend half a day preparing to waste time and the other half in wasting it, reflecting on futile routines and misplaced urgency.
Miss Alta Gillman is employed as stenographer at the office of County Agent E. Peterson.
Andrew Dudley Jr. was transacting business in town on Saturday and returned to Jensen the same evening.
VY T Rice will supervise the musical entertainment for tha t Bo I Cy. A business visitor in Vernal spent Thursday meeting local contacts and scenes.
J H Chow from Colorado is visiting relatives and friends, enjoying time with Mia Nile Hughes’s family and a large circle of local friends during his stay.
Joe Hickey and Alfred Hickey from Lone Tree Wyoming arrive to take part in the Golden West Days celebration showcasing local talent and community participation in the event.
Hugh Snow of Jensen was a business visitor in Vernut Saturday attending a directors meeting of the Hank of Varpal.
Lloyd Stewart and his son Ezra traveled from Jensen on Thursday for business. Stewart expects a large alfalfa seed crop this year.
Miss Minnie Thomas, who spent the past year in Salt Lake City, returned home last week and will spend the summer here.
Eugene Workman and Thomas Lynch arrived by Vernal from Lone Tree Wyoming on Wednesday to enjoy the Golden West Days celebration.
Mr and Mrs Hlgrum Workman of Preston Idaho visit Vernal relatives. Mrs Workman and Mrs J William Workman are sisters.
A. A. Brigman, president of Raven Oil and Refining, after a Denver trip, spent several days in Vernal before returning to Rangely.
D H Williams of Burnham Manufacturing, irrigation supplies producer at Woods Cross Utah, spent several days in town last week to oversee operations and meet local clients.
Dr. R. Lester Spurrier, a chironprar tor, went to Vernal this week to arrange a location for practice and plans to visit here three days each week for now.
Cecil Wilkinson of the J. G. Penpard Seed Co visited Roosevelt on Thursday to assess the alfalfa seed situation. He described the outlook as very encouraging based on field observations and market conditions.
Mrs Mires C H Langford and her young daughter Virginia travel from Ft Worth Texas to assist in caring for her father Lieutenant McNaughton who has suffered prolonged illness.
Francis Tucker of the Congregational church reached Vernal Saturday via Mack and Watson. Ivey escorted Mack to Colo en route to Frusta. Narcisso Martinez left Vernal Monday for Espanola New Mexico. Adolphus Kolb of Athandra visiting Vernal for the Fourth. W R Lockett of Watson, Wintah Railway clerk, toured Fruita last week. E I Heaton of Watson spent midweek in Vernal on business.
The Maeser store now opens its doors again after a period of closure. Mr and Mrs William Rudge welcome back customers and friends as they resume serving patrons at the old stand.
Byron Earton arrived home from a mission in the Northern states on Wednesday evening and was greeted by many friends. He traveled to Salt Lake City with Mrs. Eaton and is noted for serving as president in two conferences. He enjoyed the Vernal Express and looks forward to settling back home.
City council discussion on restricting city water use and a new schedule for city utilities. A committee from the Vernal Gun club attended the meeting.
Mr and Mrs E D Lemmon and family departed Sunday for San Diego California to establish a permanent home. Friends in Vernal extend best wishes for success and they plan to drive their car to the new residence.
Tuesday evening at the York home Mrs William Preece and Mrs Irvin Eaton hosted a large shower for Miss Neva York who will wed Kenneth Richards on July 6. Guests sent many beautiful tokens to the bride with admiration from friends.
Miss LaVista McCurdy daughter of Mr and Mrs George McCurdy Sr of Glines ward wed William Gamboni employee of Folly Oil at a Huntington Beach California home of her parents. The ceremony was performed by President Evans of the L D S church.
Miss Reva York daughter of Mr and Mrs E M York and Kenneth Richardson son of Sheriff and Mrs Lara Richardson both popular Ver nal youths announce plans to marry in July and will move to Price where Mr Richardson has work.
A surprise farewell party was held at the home of Mr and Mrs Joseph Galbreath for E H Adair on his birthday. Rev A Downey Mrs Mildrea Downey and daughter were honored as they prepare to leave for California and Louisiana. Fr Tucker the new congregational pastor attended.
A joint meeting of Vernal First and Second wards at the First ward chapel 7 30 p m Sunday July 6 features Hon Don B Colton congressman as speaker. Program includes vocal solo readings and musical numbers by local residents with invited attendance.
Clinton Dodds, son of Mr and Mrs Pardon Dodds Jr, was thrown to the ground while leading a wild horse at the ranch home on Tuesday. He sustained several painful gashes about the head but was not seriously injured.
Mr. and Mrs. John W. Pope arrived home Wednesday night from Salt Lake City where Mrs. Pope had been visiting for some time and Mr. Pope went on business and pleasure last week.
Mr and Mrs Clarence Sorensen and their young daughter visiting Jensen with Albert Snow father of Mrs Sorensen spent part of the week in Vernal. Their home is in California.
Mrs George Carless of Salt Lake City sister of John N Davis arrived Tuesday evening with Miss Beth Ericson to visit Mr and Mrs Davis and family. Harold Davis came in to meet them.
Mrs Beckstead and Mrs Sharp sisters of W P Ellsworth arrived from Preston Idaho Tuesday evening and left Wednesday afternoon with Mr Ellsworth for his home in Ouray where they will visit.
Mrs. E. H. Beveridge of Park City visited her ailing father L. McNaughton on Saturday. She plans to return with her two children who have spent several weeks with their grandparents.
Mr and Mrs Charles Carter Jr and family returned Wednesday evening from Salt Lake City where Mrs Carter had been visiting. They were accompanied by Mrs H B Calder who had also been visiting there.
Ira S. Gardner and Joseph Duda ley of Jensen said this week that irrigation water in the district has not yet run short. Dudley noted that any mountain storms could avert a shortage.
Joe Steinaker of Lone Tree Wyoming, described as an old timer and brother of Frank Steinaker, stops by the Office during the Fourth of July visit, leaves a subscription to the Express, and notes he buys cattle in the Ashley valley and Basin each fall.
Mr. and Mrs. John Russ of Salt Lake City visit Air. and Mrs. William Siddeway. Their daughter Mrs. Rolla Huish and the Russ family include Miss Lorne and Louisa. Mrs. Russ is Mrs. Siddeway's sister. Mr. Russ and Mr. Huish are athletic managers at Deseret gymnasium.
Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Carlson and family and Miss Minnie Anderson arrived Friday from Salt Lake City to visit Mr. and Mrs. J. William Workman. Mrs Carlson and Miss Anderson are sisters of Mrs Workman. This marks Mr Carlson's first Uintah Basin visit and he is greatly impressed with the area.
Photographer Leo C. Thorrey reports a white backed robin seen and photographed in the valley. His brother Coyne in Chicago sent spectacles to help view the bird, claiming there is no such animal. Yet several witnesses confirm sightings and a nest-building robin persists in the area.
County Treasurer and Mrs Henderson drove their new Essex coach to Yellowstone via Logan Canyon and Bear Lake. Henderson praises Bear Lake view from the pass and the Teton country scenery near Jackson Hole on return. He notes ideal weather with no fires or mosquitoes.
Prof Earl Douglass leads the Dinosaur quarry dig for the University of Utah. The nearly complete carnivorous dinosaur is expected to be 20 to 26 feet long and will rank among the university’s real treasures. Fossils already removed form part of a five-dinosaur collection with more discoveries anticipated as excavation continues over several months under a government permit.
Mrs. Jonnie Freestone widow of Capt. George O Freestone and Blackhawk war veteran donates two dollars to the Uintah County Soldier Memorial fund. Her sons served in World War I, and the gift links past and present patriotism in the county memorial.
Cecil H. Wilkinson of J G Peppard Seed company has toured the Uintah Basin with Mr. King of Yuma Arizona a large alfalfa seed grower. Mr King visiting Ashley valley Thursday was greatly impressed by the seed possibilities here and foresees a bright future for the region.
The six weeks summer school run by the Sisters of the Holy Cross at St Mary's academy Salt Lake City will convene Monday at 9 o'clock in the Central school house. A number of pupils have already registered.
Alice Brady stars in the Paramount picture The Leopardess based on Katherine Newlin Burt's unpublished novel. Directed by Henry Kolker with Edward Langford and Montagu Love in key roles, the South Seas tale opens at the Vogue theatre on Saturday July 6.
The July Uintah Basin Farmer announces a colored supplement with a feature by Cecil H. Wilkinson on What About the 1924 Alfalfa Seed Crop in the Uintah Basin. Additional pieces by John T. Caine III and County Agent E. Peterson accompany the issue.
A Vernal report warns that boys are endangering the public with fireworks and toy pistols. Firecrackers are placed on sidewalks, near store doors, and in window casements, injuring a boy’s eye and alarming patrons at a Vogue picture show. Authorities urge restraint and ban reckless use to prevent fires.
W. D. Halpin of Uintah railway company informs agents that the 1924 Revenue Act repeals the tax on telegraph and telephone messages effective July 3 1924. The former 10 cent per message tax is no longer collected starting midnight July 2 1924.
Leonard Horrocks son of Bishop and Mrs Joseph Horrocks and Katie Haslem daughter of Mr and Mrs Joshua Haslem Sr of Bennett obtained a marriage license on Friday and wed the same day in a ceremony conducted by President Wallace Calder. The Horrocks, well known in Bennett, both attended Bennett school.
Public notice requests timely submission of obituary data for printing in the Express. Verify all dates and names to avoid omissions. Forms close for notices at Thursday noon.
For sale currants and gooseberries at 10 and 15 cents per quart. Orders of four quarts now available at Coliier’s ranch. Contact Chas Carpenter by phone at his residence.
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