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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1932
Page
3
Notice records Luotered ag second class matter at the Vernal Utah post office on March 13 1909 under the act of March 3 18th.
An editorial note from the late press association indicates a national editor remains engaged in Winthar County politics. The item suggests ongoing influence and strategic positioning by a prominent political figure.
The paper shows the subscription expiration date and informs that payment resets the date. If the date on the label is not changed within three weeks after remittance, readers are urged to write to the office to expedite renewal notices.
A local plea urges residents to spend at home to sustain prosperity. It argues every citizen should keep money circulating, support local stores and employees, and resist buying from outside malls to bolster the economy and maintain well being. Prices are said to be down, so your dollar buys more locally.
In Boston John Elwood of NBC urged advertisers to study audience tastes across the nation. He cited over three million letters in a year as proof that listeners control what goes on air. Public opinion, not sponsors, should shape programming as audiences signal their desires.
The piece contrasts individual farmer distress with agricultural industry recovery. It notes widespread foreclosures create new tenants or entrants paying low rents, while losses from a decade of deflation have been written off. It argues a future recovery depends on a national policy and better times, with young farmers key to a modest, low-overhead revival.
The article notes that 70 of 100 U S homes buy power from central stations, with 35 of 100 families connected ten years earlier. It cites rapid farm electrification, growth of interconnected grids, and electric bills about 60 million in 1929, comparing per capita costs to tobacco, candy, reading matter, and food. It argues electricity offers exceptional value in family budgets and daily life.
The piece notes urban attractions appear dimmer to rural residents than years ago as farms gain appeal offering security and a path to personal achievement, contrasting city life hopes with farm work realities.
Guidelines limit to 200 words on one side of page. Write legibly and sign real names and addresses as evidence of good faith. Personal attacks and partisan debate are banned. Views are those of contributors and not the newspaper. The forum may not be used for advertising and limits one contribution per week.
The text argues that citizens must focus on government structure and its limits. It warns against extending privileges to one class at the expense of another and stresses that rights arise from legitimate government functions. It suggests proper roles prevent endless argument and promote constructive interests.
The author argues municipalities should focus on core duties like building codes waste disposal and public utilities rather than duplicating state laws such as criminal codes. He cautions against mission drift and fragmentation from officials pursuing unrelated tasks, warning that duplication wastes resources and weakens efficiency.
A sequence of relatives travel and visits unfolds across towns. Aunt Nancy Colton from Salt Lake City enjoys health, Howard Elis and family arrive from Los Angeles for an extended stay, while Bruce and the Hall family host grandchildren and friends. A small mishap occurs when a child catches a hand in an electric wringer but suffers only bruising.
Local residents share visits and greetings as families travel between Naples Roosevelt and Vernal. A birthday dinner honors Nathan Mardy Darrell Johnston and Jesse York while Trail Builders report victory in games. An evening program ends with dancing as Roland Rigby and family visit from East Lake City.
A string of local residents and relatives visit across towns including Mrs Charlotte Winn, Miss Henrietta LaBeau of Roosevelt, and Mr and Mrs Steve Atwood of Manila. Travelers travel to Green Dale, Vernal, Salt Lake City, and Brush Creek for visits, supplies, or outings. A ward social draws a large Ashley hall crowd.
Meeker residents Reuben and Ray Jones arrived June 20 with two truckloads of lumber for road work. Mr and Mrs Lester Kenney have 80. Mrs Kenney and babe are at Vernal. I C Clark of Antlers Cole with Mrs L E White of Grand Tunction attended a former cousin's funeral at FR Roosevelt, then visited Mr White at the California camp before returning home. Mi¢ gral Mrs Willis Kenney and Lois with their niece Dorothy Kenny and Del Powell spent an evening in Vernal last week. The Rasen 681 and Refining company is drilling a shallow well with L. E Jones as driller and Melvin Toles of Vernal as tool dresser.
Sunday afternoon Sacrament meeting featured Mo Gere ber and A W Nebeker. State priesthood meeting attendees included Bishop Jerry Harrison A G Arderson and spouses. Visitors: Mr and Mrs George Bigelow and mother Mrs os Jerry Harrison returned from Salt Lake City medical treatment. Mrs Allie Blue welcomed a baby boy. Mrs Ruth Murray visiting Vernal. Con Haywood and family from Utah visiting relatives. Rulon Bullock and family from Vernal visiting. Bain family of Salt Lake City’s Charley Bain relative aiding business. Annie Peterson and son John with Wade Nebeker visiting. Nebeker to Salt Lake for two weeks.
Petaczon remains to work. Ld Qiks of Vernal visited on Monday. Mr and Mrs Rile Blackburn spoke with their son Clifton and wife at Jensets during the week. Carl Harrison and Cthe Sprouse visited Vernal on Monday. Mr and Mrs Charley Bigelos drove to Vernal Friday for medical aid for Mrs Cleelow. Necla plated hall Sunday afternoon. The Boore supported Necla seven to one. Miss Sarah Hansen and Mr Quigtet of Vernal visited Sunday. Mr and Mrs Tom Burton of Jensen stayed overnight at the home of Mr and Mrs Foy Springer during the week. Mr and Mrs Lloyd Taylor were in Hooverelt on Sunday. Mrs Merrell Rasmussen learned from Salt Lake City that her grandmother, Mrs Iringhurst, was seriously ill in a hospital there.
Mr and Mrs Gilbert Muman family were at Green avec on Saturday and Sunday. Mr and Mrs Des Nelson and children, visiting in Southern Utah, returned to Vernal last week after staying with Mrs Nelson's parents Mr and Mrs Thomas Robbins. Blake Primary officers visited the Primary Monday. Mrs Clare Hacking, Kir Doris Calder and Mrs EK Kowaluls attended. Miss Madge Gurr hosted a party Monday evening. Milas Mable Atticot entertained friends Friday evening. Mrs Thomas Robbins Jr. and baby visited Wednesday at her sisters home. Mr and Mrs Ray Chivers and Miss Eulthor Collett of Salt Lake City were visiting in the ward. Mr and Mrs Blake Caldwell and children of Vernal were visiting.
Tuesday guests hosted by Mr and Mrs Henry Workman and Mrs Angus Slaugh from Deep Creek enjoyed a few days with the family. Sunday evening speakers at the sacrament meeting included Like Jackson and Edward Watkins.
In Ludington Michigan a county supervisors meeting saw a member interrupt a colleague during a speech. The interrupter was called to order after demanding a fine of one dollar for using the term low mood.
W. E. Calderwood opened a new Donner Trail Service Station in Henefer, adding a local fuel and repair stop. The announcement notes the facility aims to serve travelers on the nearby trail route.
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