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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 29, 1937
Page
2
The piece argues certain cities excel through action and practical work. It praises leaders with decisive judgment and citizens ready to innovate while criticizing those who defer effort. Vernal is cited as having such potential, though many locals complain of not having time to contribute.
A National Board of Fire Underwriters report notes rural fire loss surpasses urban rates, with national per capita loss $2.05, up 10.8 percent, while cities over 20 000 rise only 5.3 percent to $1.40. Emphasizes rural prevention through community fire education and affordable local firefighting apparatus to reduce farm and village losses and save lives.
A fragmented line suggests plans to extend tomorrow by using what remains of today. A noisy cut-out on an automobile is mentioned as a disruptive element that will encounter many knocks under the hood.
A scattered recap notes weddings and social events from years past. Kenty R. Rogers and Mea Louisa McCampbell wed at Ft Duchesne. Arthur Johnson returns from New York City trip and plans fall return with family. Mrs W S Henderson hosts Mary's eleventh birthday party for about twenty five guests. Enoch Lybbert moves from Naples back from Canada to settle affairs and bring family later. Local residents prepare asphalt pavement from red mill to near Dr Richs residence and connect to the old Bridger military road.
Roosevelt plans to back pro New Deal and pro labor challengers to several anti court Republicans and conservative Democrats in 1938 state primaries and conventions. Several senators including Adams of Colorado and Clark of Missouri face tough fights with labor and administration backing while others like Smith of South Carolina are seen as securely entrenched. The cross party purge could trigger major party splits and reshape 1940 battles as machines from CIO backed groups join drives against anti New Deal lawmakers.
A Willlow Creek entry details a Sunday dam rebuilding trip after logs. Mrs Abe Hateh hosts a birthday party for her son Lloyd on July 16 with a lunch for twenty one. Visitors Mr and Mrs Abe Haltech and Chas Meadows came from Vernal. Hyrum Allen of Moab visited Fred Turner family. G E Stewart from Roosevelt sold and delivered five Electrolux refrigerators to local buyers.
Miss Margaret Sanborne of Buffalo New York is visiting with Miss Irene Turner and Miss Banjo rne is noted as a niece of Tracy.
Kay Jensen and Lapoint residents visited Rangely on Friday while Mr and Mrs E Smith of Dragon attended the Taylor grazing meeting in Meeker on July 19 and hosted Sunday dinner with the Purdy family. Mr and Mrs Hall and children traveled to Grand Junction returning midweek and visiting Mrs Hall's mother Mrs ML Baker. John Beart, a Meeker business visitor, appeared July 19.
A string of brief updates: Mrs C Christensen in Vernal consulting a physician, Mrs George McKx2 and Bert returning to the mountains after a Vernal trip, Mrs Francis Whiterocks returning from three weeks with Mrs M Christensen in Rangely and Casper Wyoming. Paul Robb and Mrs Francis tied to Wilterocks Indian school. John Kermey in Meeker July 19 for the Taylor grazing meeting. Miss Harriett Posse from Del Norte Colorado and Mrs Reed Moore from Meeker visiting Mrs John Kenney. Also a historical note on ancient Greek ship cargoes and Roman bronze busts with glass eyes.
Dr J L Jones Utah state health commissioner warns that many residents misinterpret nuisances under statute 103-411. He cites examples deadly to health such as dead animals near streams, contaminated water, hog pens near homes, odorous refuse, pools near wells, and unsealed trash. Sanitarians collaborate with local authorities to stop practices dangerous to public health and nuisance laws.
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