Vernal Plans Big Fourth of July Event With Queen’s Dance
Vernal announces a large July Fourth celebration led by Ashley Valley civic and church groups. Proceeds fund Utah scout programs as Concessions open at 6 p.m. July 3 and the Queen’s Dance begins at 8 p.m. at Trooper Hall featuring Reynola’s 11 piece orchestra. A morning parade at 9:30 a.m. will start the day, followed by a patriotic program and a community sing led by J Kirkham.
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Ila
Ashley Valley
Uintah
Troperis
Reynola
Opal Helzen
Chamber of Commerce
Frank Ward
Vernal
Bry
Stringham
Otto A. Wiestey
Utah Committee On Industria and Employment
J. Kirkham
J. Arden Joley
Echo Park debate shapes Utah water future
AUtah news item describes a Controversial decision on Echo Park and Dinosaur National Monument water projects. It notes Interior Department plans and reactions from Congressman Elbert Thomas and other officials. Echo Park zoning and reservoir debates influence Western water policy and arouse local and congressional interest.
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Elbe
Thomas
Utah
Tatertor & Beretary Chapmen
Boho Park
West
Dinosaur National Monument
Bureau of Neclams- Hon
Congress
Echo Park
Queen's Dance to Crown Royalty at July Fourth Event
A Fourth of July pageant in Rosovelt Vernat and Rangély will crown royalty with titles Miss Liberty Miss Patriotism and Miss Freedom. Attendants will receive inscribed gifts from Sather Jewelry Roosevelt Shaeffer fountain pens. Local businesses sponsor a queen and host tourists staying at area hotels.
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Roscovelt
Vernat
Rangély
Sather Jewelry
Roosevelt
Sather
Shaeffer
Miss Patriotism
Miss Freedom
Rangely
Vernal
Vernal Man Lands Scholarship and BA in English
Vernal resident Lawreace L. Lee son of Mr and Mrs W S Roy Lea earned a Bachelor of Arts in English at University of Utah commencement. He belongs to Phi Beta Kappa Phi Kappa Phi and Phi Alpha Sigma honor groups and received a secondary teaching certificate. He plans to pursue a master's degree at Salt Lake City school.
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Lawreace L. Lee
W. S. “Roy” Lea
Vernal
University of Utah
Phi Beta Kay
America
Vernet Man
Iereass Isle
Phi Kappa Phi
Phi Ata Sigma
Salt Lake School
Vernal Chamber of Commerce elects new officers
J. D. Jones elected vice president and treasurer. Mondsy named president for the coming year. Francis Feltch re elected to a second term on the board. Nick Meagher of Bank of Vernal named director. Retiring officials include Vern Gilford and L. Siddo. Board to formalize at upcoming meeting. Main task is promoting Echo Park dam.
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Jones
Vernal Chamber
Commarte
JT. D. Jones
Vernal Chamber of Commerce
J. C Penney
Mondsy
Francis Feltch
En Chamber
Nick, Meagher
Bank of Vernal
Treasur
Vern Gilford
Jooen
L. ¥. Siddow
Echo Park Dam
Merkley Youth in Serious Condition After Hay Rake Injury
A 13 year old boy, Merkley of Salt Lake City formerly from Vernal, remained in serious condition at Uintah County Hospital after a hay rake wheel passed over his abdomen. He was working for Merrill Snow when the horse bolted, threw him, and caused severe shock and injuries. He lay in Jensen with an uncle and aunt tending him until the day after the accident.
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Merkley
Cen Ty Jerkley
Orca AM Merkley
Salt Lake City
Vernal
Uintah County Hospital
Jensen
Inlaw
Merrill Snow
Acciaca OT Ae
Bart Merkley
Night Riders Prepare for Vernal Rodeo Nights
Nightly rides in downtown Vernal draw residents and tourists ahead of the Vernal County Fair rodeo July 13 to 15 under lights. Rodeo president Jay Searle invites area riders to join downtown events and polo games at the fairgrounds. The chamber’s Let’s Go West palen program observes western dress for cash awards to best dressed gendered contestants. Rodeo queen committee chair Chester Murray and Woodley Searle seek queen aspirants with four finalists named Mary Ellen Colton Dora Oaks Marilyn Siddaway Beverly Hardy.
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Jay Searle
Vernal
Vernal Chamber of Commerce
Palen
Chester Murray
Woodey Searle
Mary Ellen Colton
Dora Oaks
Marilyn Siddaway
Beverly Hardy
Carter No 1 Bluebell well drives 1020 feet of fluids
Oil drill test at 7996 feet recovered 1020 feet of water oil and gas. Well Carter No 1 Bluebell, located at center SW of section 61 15 R2W, is shut for repairs and will resume drilling to the present TD after repairs. Carter No 2 Ute Tribal 181E targets basal Wassich where Ute Tribal No 1 found production. Continued on page five.
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Carter Company
Wassich
Carter Oil Co. Burnett
FHA Allocations to Uintah Daggett Reach $300,000
Uintah and Daggett counties in northeastern Utah saw FHA allocations for the fiscal year ending June 30 total nearly 300,000 dollars. The Vernal office reported over 7,000 dollars in collections on various long term loans and a record low delinquency rate, with significant outlays for livestock, equipment, and other operating costs.
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Arnold Taylor
Uintah
Gett
Utah
Eile
FHA
City Opens Bids Today for Street Paving Project
Vernal City council held a second special meeting opposing a wide street paving plan. Bids were opened today and will be considered July 7 for paving First South Street from East to Fifth East and North to Second North. City Manager Taylor noted the parking meter issue remains unsettled with a probable reinstallation but requires revenue from meters. Duncan Meter Corp. demands $7,400 after a 60 day trial, and Vernal City is not ready to pay without meter revenue.
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Vernal City Council
Vernal City
Striet] Pa
First South St
East St
Fifth East Siz
North St
Second North
Taylor
Duncan Meter Corp
Valley Native George Anderson 73 dies in Ashley ward home
Valley native George Walter Anderson aged 73 died at his Ashley ward home after a lingering illness. Born April 13 1877 at Mull Creek Salt Lake County he came to Ashley Valley in 1888 and worked on farms and sawmills before moving to Salt Lake City then back to ranch work. Survived by his widow and ten of twelve children and numerous grandchildren. Burial was at Vernal Memorial Park with Vernal Mortuary arranging services.
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Ashley
George Walter Anderson
Ashley Ward
Leney Rich
Anderson
Mull Creek
Salt Lake County
Elizabeth Walters
Swen Anderson
Ashley Valley
John Pope
Wiliam
Siadoway
Salt Lake
Treek Mountain
Phidella Hullinger
Vernal
James H. Shaffer
Salt Lake City
Treek
Ars. E. A
McNea
Astley Creek
Dragon
American Asphalt Company
Naples
Amen Beives
Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints
Aina
Harold
Fred
Arvol
Melvin Anderson
Mra
Iva Wilson
Delores McCurdy
Verne
Stringham
City Airport Project to Start After Final Approval
Final approval clears city airport work, to begin immediately. Leon Pristensen, Uintah County official, says project includes 58 elevated lights, rotating beacon, wind sensors, obstruction markers, and a 5 power control transformer. Al Construction to handle fencing, drainage, concrete inlet shapes, reinforced open culvert pipe, and 47,000 linear feet of work.
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Civ Acronsuires, Association
Bing Aod
Pee Riven
Leon Pristensen
Uintah
County
Lg Wold
Ting
Linserat
Salt Lake City
At Haga
Etlon
Inala Fon
Art
Death by Own Action Legion to Perform at Vernal Fair
Uintah County fairgrounds in Vernal hosts two performances of Death by Own Action Legion. The daredevil show features motorcycle stunts, a 8 foot high trapeze act, a burning house crash, and other aerial and vehicular feats. Jayenee and HL agree this act is the proper name for the group, with shows Friday and Saturday at 8 p.m.
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Jayenee
Suicide Legion
Rolfe Funeral Rites Held for Hattie Trolfe at 76
Funeral services were conducted for Hattie Margaret Trolfe, 76, Tuesday at the First LDS Church in Salt Lake City. A longtime resident, she helped birth over 100 babies and was active in church and reef societies. Her early life centered in a valley with her parents nearby. Continues on page 5.
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Hattie Margaret Trolfe
Salt Lake
iRolfe
Aeith
Cpl
Firearm Violations Prompt City Warning From Official
City Manager LeRoy Taylor issued a sharp warning about firearm violations in Vernal city limits. He cited air rifles and 22 caliber rifles as dangers to residents and children, and urged residents to avoid unsafe use. He also reminded that fireworks are restricted by state law and would be enforced. A Fourth of July fireworks display is planned by volunteer firefighters at 8 pm in Jeveee Park.
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LeRoy Taylor
Taylor
Vernal
Jeveee Park
Vernal City
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Goet Press
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