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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1912
Page
2
The Vernal Express Publishing announces subscription prices with a one year in advance rate of 240 dollars. A six month and three month option are available upon application. Ashley Bartlett is listed as managing editor.
The Vernal whiskey fight now shifts to the courtroom with predictions of defeat for the whiskey interests. The piece argues citizens should respect the law and prompts reflection on why such cases arise and how law must promote the general good.
A city court convict fined five days for drunkenness and disorderly conduct appeals imploring the judge to spare jail by invoking his mother. The exchange questions whether a son should leverage a mother's memory to evade lawful punishment and criticizes his claim as weak and improper.
A note on teaching children early to value and protect their town. Emphasizes keeping sidewalks clean, avoiding graffiti, and instilling town pride at home and in schools. Encourages responsibility and civic-minded behavior from a young age.
A brief note states that leap year aligns the solar year by adding one day every four years to correct calendar drift. It explains the concept of adjusting time with a fourth-year day to keep dates in step with astronomical year length.
On the farm a man with a large family can live better and prosper, as money grows there while in the city money tends to go out. The piece contrasts rural self sufficiency with urban expense and highlights farm life as a path to improvement.
A letter from FF L Bechrodor of Seattle Washington dated February 27 1912 praises the Express newspaper. The writer notes receiving the February issue and a water table on the first page and expresses gratitude for past favors.
Herald Republican reports Utah settlers debated the residence requirement of the Enlarged Homestead Act. Investigations show no fixed distance limits, with rules focusing on actual farming and personal supervision. Letters from Frank Pierce and Senator Smoot discuss compliance, residence proximity, and the need for personal oversight to obtain title.
Mrs C J Neal hosted the Current Topics Club last Friday afternoon with an unusually large turnout and an excellent musical program. Performances included vocal solos by Mrs Will Hans and Mrs Seth Bb Perry, piano selections by Mrs Loud, a vocal duet by Mrs Pack and Mrs Fern Young, and a guessing game won by Mrs Loud who received sheet music. A dainty lunch followed for a pleasant social hour.
Help wanted notice seeks rental a typewriter by Miss Perry at this office. No further details provided.
A report by S E E Windsor for Utah Agricultural College, as printed in the Herald Republican, details Uintah Basin irrigation reaching 283000 acres across Ashley valley Duchesne river and surrounding projects. It notes prospects for settlers and railroads, risks of land speculation, and the potential for fruit crops alfalfa and general agriculture amid climate variations and soil improvements.
Lethbridge Alberta March 7 a monster traction engine valued at 2500 dollars is offered as the sweepstakes prize for a bushel of hard wheat at the International Exposition of Dry Farmed Products Machinery Farm Sanitation and Labor saving Devices to be held October 21 26 in Lethbridge. The prize donated by Prumely Lo of La Porte Indiana is awarded to the contest winner with freight and duty paid. The engine known as Rumely Oilpull Tractor type F has 16 drawbar horsepower and 30 break horsepower and is widely used in North America.
A short verse urges persistence beyond single steps or words. It emphasizes continuing effort, steady growth, and sustained action to build identity and momentum. The chant-like lines stress speaking up and keeping activity alive to achieve progress.
Dry Gulch Ranger Seth B Perry visited town with Mrs Perry this week. Funeral services were held for a Maeser twin baby girl who died of heart failure. A court case in Myton resulted in a guilty verdict for drunkenness with a five dollar fine and five days in jail, subject to appeal. A Congregational church weekend entertainment featured two playlets titled That Masc al Pat and The Mystery before a crowded house. Charles Pollard sought a change of venue after a Myton arrest by Deputy Sheriff Atwood.
The first oratorical contest between schools in Vernal was held at the Tabernacle with four speakers from Uintah Stake Academy and Willcox Academy. Judges favored Uintah 5 to 3, praising both schools and noting equal top contenders.
A boy was born to Mrs Lorenzo Tonun on Monday morning. W E Broome the fence man is sending teams to Price for Page wire for the Uintah Basin. Mr William Neal visited from Jensen with his father CC J Neal. W F E Broome was called to Myton last week due to a family illness.
Weather reporter P Trim notes 3.137 inches of moisture recorded over the week. The report highlights rainfall totals and potential impacts on local conditions.
The county commissioners met at the courthouse with all three commissioners and the county clerk present. They approved routine tax adjustments, discussed the county bur culturist position, ordered a monthly $30 payment for county poor care, opened Winn road work, accepted WC Lybvert’s resignation as justice of the peace, and affirmed John O Nelli as deputy assessor for the reservation district.
The record notes the appointment of Joseph Dudley to the role of deputy sheriff for the district. The action is recorded as approved by the relevant authority, confirming Dudley’s official duties and tenure in the position.
A humorous vignette recalls a Swiss exhibit by 1786 showing many sausage varieties. A Prussian youth, instead of innovating chemistry, creates an original wurst that becomes highly successful, earning a fortune from sales.
A city debate centers on a planned venue collection to display photographs of the two most beautiful women, triggering objections as residents question the project and its use of public funds.
A request to place commencement flower orders with Mires McNaughton early is advised to ensure timely filling. Contact phone number 978 1014 for details and arrangements.
The notice promotes Fluffy Ruffles embroidered shirts for Misses and Ladies with artistic taste, offering entirely new materials and tailoring. It lists fringed underskirts and plain options, labeled Coop 10-11.
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