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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1947
Page
14
Fragmentary OCR notes show names like Codrich and Jimmons with mentions of Collier and Phelps, describing a gathering and partial actions. Details are unclear, but references to a three day period and attendance at a function imply a community event with several individuals present.
A cluttered item reports Mr. and Mrs. Wallace Merrell of Compton California visiting relatives including Mr. and Mrs. Elmer L Merrell and their children in South Gate. Also mentioned are gatherings at Frank Harrison’s home and other local social notes with names and scattered details.
The fragment notes a vague Sunday event involving a person and Mrs Burt Hakch with a reference to Mrs Lyle Bermington attending a certain activity last week. No clear names, places, or outcomes are provided to establish a full incident or report.
Flooding rains batter fields and bruise hay crops as moisture-soaked ground hampers drying. Farmers report desiccation delays and potential losses while weather forecasts warn of continuing downpours and localized flooding across rural areas.
Uintah County receives 36 305 dollars from the state for roads along with 426 308 tied to the county. The allocation uses a formula based on population area and other factors, with separate accounts for proposed sales and counties. State road commission notes funds come from registration revenues and state sources.
An Indian prisoner, Neld Davenport, a Ute by background, attempted suicide while in the county jail. He reportedly used a safety razor and called for help from his cell window after calling out to a courthouse caretaker, Jon Sark, who responded. Medical staff attended and Davenport received first aid.
The City Bakery has been bought by Jack A. Hollien and LaMar Hawkins of American Fork from James Evans. Evans plans to move his family to Provo. Hollien, Hawkins and partners have run a local bakery for years, with Hawkins also linked to the Continental Bakery in Salt Lake City.
They announce plans to bake a full range of bakery goods and cater to parties and weddings. A delivery truck will be added to reach customers, signaling broader service in the near future.
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