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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1948
Page
15
Uintah basin dairymen report lush pastures that yield hay and forage for herds. The column discusses pasture mixes, a penicillin teat treatment, fly control, lawn care, iron deficiency in raspberries, and irrigation practices to curb alkali buildup. A local Jaycee campaign plans signs and pamphlets to boost Uintah’s tourist attractions around Vernal.
Randlett residents spent the weekend with the Youngs and Oltons. Wilson Stevens of Los Angeles arrived to join his wife and three daughters. Ivy Chandler was honored at a pink and blue shower hosted by Lylu Dudley. Pioneer Day celebrations featured a program by Louise Pickup and Wardle family singers, followed by games. Several families, including the Pickups and Harrises, spent the weekend in Whiterocks canyon. Raymond Anderson recovers from a sprained back. Mrs Reuben Wilson visits Salt Lake relatives. Howard Stevens of Provo visited friends here. Louise Pickup hosted a Sunday School class weiner roast and swimming party. Local missionaries Alvin White Joyce Bolton Byron Horrocks returned home. George Pickup hosted guests from Salt Lake and Lovell. Thomas Taylor will teach in Cowley next year.
Harold Dudley of Uintah ACA reports the 1948 crop forecast is strong with record corn and near record wheat and rice production. Acreage is high, yields look good, and buildup of carryover stocks may support peacetime farming and soil conservation efforts in 1949.
Uintah County citizens are urged to check registration districts before the September 7 primary. Incumbents Forrest Goodrich and Lawrence Caldwell face no opposition in their parties for two year and Don Batty for four years is unopposed. Voters will decide in the primary on Marvin Smith and Ralph Chow for the four year county post. Registration closes August 3 with district polling sites listed.
Denver officials report Carter Oil Co plans two rigs near Lindsay Oklahoma resuming drilling with company tools and crews after six years of exclusive contractor work. W. E. Leroux Tulsa drilling superintendent says aim is to cut costs and train staff while contractors still handle most drilling tasks.
Utah Co op exercises option to buy refinery to fill terms of the purchase. Refinery will cover needs until Jensen plant capacity expands with commitments from other refineries. Refinery commitments to present customers will be respected.
Funeral services for Clarissin Adelaide Reynolds Campbell 83 were held in Roosevelt LDS ward chapel. She died Saturday at her daughter’s home in Orden after a five week illness. Born February 7 1865 in Heber City she moved to Vernal in 1880 then Roosevelt in 1905. She married Samuel Joseph Campbell in 1881 Salt Lake Endowment House. he died in 1924. Survivors include sons Samuel J Campbell and others, daughters Ella Dale Pearl Swain Risoche Wills and Mie Nielsen, plus 39 grandchildren 100 great grandchildren and a sister Annie Brown Ogden.
Utah veterans affairs officers will remain open all day Saturday July to reinstate lapsed GI life policies for World War II veterans. State Director Edward T. O'Brien announced the extended access to July 31, with officers on hand to guide the simple reinstatement process and related issues.
Mr. O'Brien explains that until July 31 veterans with lapsed insurance of over three months can reinstate by paying two monthly premiums and signing a health certificate. After July 31 reinstatement requires a qualifying physical. He notes older veterans may be higher risk and about 11 000 of Utah's 70 000 World War II veterans have reinstated policies.
A call to Vernal residents to support local merchants by buying in town. Stores should pass volume savings to customers, advertise clearly, and encourage price comparisons while maintaining quality and low prices. Urges spending locally to improve businesses and the region.
Dr. R C Williams assistant surgeon general notes five year experience with sulfa drugs in leprosy treatment. He cites beneficial results and estimates 1500 to 3000 leprosy cases in the United States.
An appeal urges every veteran to reinstate his policy, claiming it offers the best and cheapest coverage available. The message promotes rapid action and emphasizes security for veterans.
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