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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1900
Page
3
Notices report Pioneer Day preparations at Workman's Grove near the Opera House in Vernal and describe local business activity. Budgets mention loans, shopping, repairs, and a range of vendors including EW Davis & Co and Joseph Howards corner. A deputy postmaster and Lynne Ashton plan a Yellowstone trip lasting about three months.
A man linked to the killing of V 3 Hoy and the Strang case is described as Johnston tied to the Desorta incident. He faced a sentence of up to fifteen years at hard labor in Canon City after a Wyomin g convening. The article notes appeals, technicalities, and alleged accomplices Tracy and Lant, with movements across Oregon and the Philippines.
A concise record outlining the Utah Batter history within this office. Includes key dates, roles, and milestones. Highlights the evolution of duties, notable projects, and institutional context surrounding the Batter program within the Utah office.
Matt Rash, a cattleman with ranches near Coal Springs mountain, was found shot dead in his bed at the old N8 corrals cabin. The body showed two back wounds and a pistol nearby, as investigators and local residents speculate on a motive amid a tense, unfolding investigation. Rash, 35, had lived in the Rock Springs area about eighteen years with no known enemies.
Richard Jongan reports that his bid to demonstrate heat and flare in Utah produced perhaps the best saddle of the era between Denver and San Francisco. He won first prize at a state fair and has since received numerous orders nationwide. He has hired William McIntyre to lead the harness making department and plans additions to his shop to improve capacity.
Ernest Osterloh, an elderly Vernal resident, was found brutalized in a tithing yard barn after an overnight visit from Provo pair George York and another man. York, 24, fled with Osterloh’s $195 and a deposit receipt. police pursue him as locals mourn a violent crime linked to a recent transfer of property and business dealings in the area.
The Mill wild hail lecture by Dr. Tanner drew good turnout and praise. D Wt Bingham returned from Aspin Colorado with railroad ties and will stay in the valley until after the twenty fourth. William Allen appears in the ward with his sheep herd. Georges A Hacking bought William Johnson’s sixteen acre farm for 600 and neighboring Lewia Kabel’s sixteen acres for 8500. Arthur Watkins bought a quarter interest in the resort near Ashley can yon. two boats are ready for the lake and trees plus Agrova will be planted. Oregon immigrants passed through en route to Colorado for sale. a good covered wagon is mentioned.
Notice to Bao Mon seeking beekeepers to meet Saturday July 28 at 2:00 PM at Vernat Ward House. The message records a local gathering and identifies Bao Mon as a recipient.
A Pioneer Day event in Naples features an eight oclock parade from the old school house west to Hullinger, then to Richoos and the meeting house. A pioneer float will resemble historic displays, with music by the Pioneer Land. The meeting house program includes speeches and songs, a dance for children and the elderly, and refreshments served all day.
A listing from E W Davis & Co promotes moving services and a new Bullock’s shipment. It advertises a Pioneer Day event at Lewis Resort with refreshments, a delivery service across the valley, lime sales, and a sale on shoes described as unbroken. The notice mentions a Royal Granite brand addition and a broad line of house furnishings with a focus on volume and price.
Local store E. W. Davis & Co announces a large Jenolean stock arrival. A shipment totaling seven thousand ponoda is described as substantial for Vernal, with the retailer inviting customers to view the goods and challenge competitors.
Henderson and Meadows advertise ladies dress patterns calicos factory shoes and the best quality. They promote a shoe maker standard and note the only shoe repair department in the city on West Uintah Avenue.
Hartle Brook Park hosts Pioneer Day with band music and a horse race between Andrew Murray and Hartle. A $50 purse race and other events fill the program. The track is ready for riders, with a two o clock pavilion dance and seasonal refreshments and amusements. Everyone invited.
Sealed bids will be received by the trustees of school District No. 14 in Dintely County Utah at Walliam Gullman's price until 1 o'clock p m on July 2 1900 for a lumber fence around the schoolhouse 72 rods long, fence similar to the one before George A Slaugh in Naples Utah. Bids may cover part or all and completion by October 1 1900. The right to reject any bid is reserved. Wrirras Gireatay Clerk.
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