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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1949
Page
4
B H Stringham promotes the Opportunity Bond Drive as a safe, inflation resistant savings measure running through June 30. Endorsed by farm industrial and labor leaders, bankers and economists, the plan promises generous interest and aims to boost national prestige during the cold war. Stringham urges participation through payroll and bank authorization plans.
The Uintah Basin Junior Livestock Show at the county fairgrounds drew large crowds despite rain and wind. Darrell Stokes praised the near equal quality of stock and the new barn’s value, highlighting 4-H and Future Farmers' pride and the show’s role in rural youth education and community economy. The Vernal Junior Chamber dinner for consignors and buyers capped the event.
Ashley Valley Angus Ranch of Vernal sold seven purebred Aberdeen Angus cows to R. M. Linke of Duchesne and a bull each to Lynn Dudley of Jensen. Vernal residents Clyde Hacking Jim Robinson Woodey B. Searle and Hiram A. Richards Jr. were listed among buyers.
The Aberdeen-Angus Breeders' Assn in Chicago outlines winter pig care. Pigs should sleep during cold rain to prevent feed loss. Shelters require a roof to shed heavy rain and at least two wind and rain tight walls, with beds kept free of water seepage and runoff.
Washington reports record lobby spending with 2.18 million dollars from 264 groups prompting a House joint committee probe. Observers note tactics, farm price surveys, and a cautious economy stance shaping 1950 policy amid debate over cuts and rural prices.
A fragmented article recounts bear hunting myth versus reality, noting Davy Crockett’s influence, a 1,500 pound grizzly anecdote, and veteran hunter A C Rowell who killed about 300 bears. It contrasts grizzlies with black or cinnamon bears and quotes Stewart Edward White on African lions versus grizzlies.
The article argues that grizzlies are often blamed for killings wrongfully and that mountain lions are common real culprits. It notes bears scavenge extensively, can eat anything, and that grizzly and black bears are widespread yet unduly hunted. It praises their meat diet bias and misperceived intelligence.
The American Veterinary Medical Association urges horse owners to vaccinate against equine encephalomyelitis before mosquito season. It notes that past low outbreak risk does not guarantee this year’s safety and vaccination remains the dependable protection for horses.
A jittery report notes livestock at the border may spread foot and mouth disease though current infections are not confirmed. The piece references past cautions and mentions a cable ship and a Brazilian context without clear dates or names.
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