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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1946
Page
10
A diner reports a mix up at a Fifth Member Diner where an order for beef extract was served as milk. The exchange features a joke about confusion between a health issue and a beverage, reflecting a quirky service moment.
A health magazine argues Americans should reduce wheat and fat intake to extend longevity. It cites medical authority and suggests practical substitutions like buckwheat cakes and jam bread without butter. It praises sharing food with other nations as a civilizational sign.
Wartime savings bonds fueled postwar purchasing power and inflation control across America. Government bonds helped families fund homes and education while supporting industrial prosperity. Citizens are urged to buy more bonds for future security and national economic health.
A fragment from a Globe letter cites a parent chiding Woan L for convicting a daughter that her partner is worthless and urging marriage to another son, reflecting rural newspaper tone and social gossip.
Edna Wilkins and family of Jensen join Mr and Mrs Ray Kimball and family of Gusher to visit Don Kimball in town. Mr and Mrs Lowell Duval of Provo stay with Mr and Mrs Alex Duval of Gusher. Hyrum Domguard with Stella Underwood and Mary Naylor head to Salt Lake. Al Semkin and Fred Schwabe travel from Vernal while Mrs Burns Hallett hosts as visitors stop by. A Democratic meeting is noted in Verna.
The piece notes Republican opposition led by Taft to Truman's anti strike bill, amid labor anger and fears of a third party. It discusses strategic aims to win back labor votes, public pressure to curb unions, and questions whether drafting strikers into the army is the best penalty.
The piece notes the war not officially over until the President declares it so and that many expect months of delay. It cites a demand for new wartime powers and discusses House support to end the draft by July under temporary rules. The army currently gets only a small share of its needed manpower.
Sheriff J R Preece and Rev James W Hailwood attended a Friday gathering at the Joe Arnold residence. Mr and Mrs Lawrence Young of Provo were visitors in Gush or Sunday.
A New York feature shows General Cloctete unveiling an electronic hot dog machine after four years of work. Patrons insert a coin and receive a fully cooked dog with a crisp roll. mustard not provided. The box resembles a juke machine and should enter production soon.
Manila reports the conversion of Liberty ships for troop transport was halted after the board found results poor and crews facing hardship. Only about 80 ships were converted and some crews went five days without hot meals in rough seas. Officials cited ongoing problems with design and provisioning.
The Roosevelt Baptist church announces a revival series led by a prominent local evangelist. Evening meetings are planned daily at the new church starting in January, with pastor Bartling delivering sermons and inviting full participation from the community.
Uintah county agricultural agent William Whitaker will host a summer school session at the local office. The program is set for June 2 with Saturday sessions and covers agricultural topics and farming practices.
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