The Making of a Town
A call for boosters and public spirited citizens to build a thriving, prosperous community through cooperation. It urges men to work, donate, and overlook factionalism, while merchants support local buyers and shared progress.
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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1923
Page
4
A call for boosters and public spirited citizens to build a thriving, prosperous community through cooperation. It urges men to work, donate, and overlook factionalism, while merchants support local buyers and shared progress.
The piece argues income tax fairness, noting earned income faces 58 percent tax versus 12 to 14 percent on unearned income. It urges equal rates for investors and workers and mentions promised action in the upcoming fifty-eighth Congress session as a high priority reform.
Wisconsin towns post clear speed limit signs and deploy motorcycle police to enforce traffic laws. Shag tourists ignore the signs and are fined. law-abiding motorists face no action. President Harding notes only two percent know the Star Spangled Banner, while courtesy grows since World War I. Postal officials urge printing state names on envelopes to ensure proper delivery.
Uintah County fair coverage previews a thriving Big Contest with growing exhibits and growing season prep. Parents urged to support youth clubs, backyard gardens and livestock projects, while organizers forecast a Fort Duchesne gathering in August and possible fall events.
A farm family near Ashley faces charges after a local raid found a baby present and a young arsenal at the home. Deputies seized liquor and evidence, noting destruction of alcohol in officers' presence still proves guilt. Bail denied for M. A. Jones. 150 gallons of mash found elsewhere. County agent Peterson plans weekly updates on fairs and county programs.
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