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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1957
Page
5
A Planting News piece argues modern prosperity should fuel beauty in landscape design. It cites the link between well-kept land and better living, noting landscaping boosts health, productivity, safety, and community relations while reducing monotony and accidents on roads.
Hollywood producer Cecil B. DeMille will deliver Brigham Young University’s commencement address in the George Albert Smith Field House. The talk, arranged by Church president David C. McKay, follows DeMille’s visit to the Los Angeles Temple and his praise for Mormon leaders and the temple during the production of The Ten Commandments.
Alma George Ross, stationed with the armed forces in Shepherds Grove England, married Maureen Lock on February 8 at Buys St. Suffolk England. The Ballard notes report ongoing placements, birthdays and local community events.
The Veterans Administration Salt Lake City announced that John D. Thornley will visit the Employment Security Office in Vernal on March 21 and 22 from 8:30 am to 3 pm to assist veterans and dependents with GI loans schooling pensions life insurance widow benefits and medical care. Financial limits permit only the second Basin area visit since 1959, with plans for quarterly service this year, saving some veterans a trip to Salt Lake City.
Court records list criminal cases including State of Utah vs. Jackla Mott for insufficient funds check with arraignment set. Melvin Roberts probation violation. custody order for 400 days. Several civil matters adjourned or dismissed and probate matters granted including estates of Hardy Fuaman Pope Engberson Anderson Weeks and guardianship of Traddon with annual account approval.
George F Reall husband of Eula Hatch of Vernal was named general manager of the National Council on Compensation Insurance. Reall, a Tufts and Harvard Law graduate, has served since 1952 as assistant secretary then secretary. He earlier worked with Utah State Insurance Fund and served in World War II as a captain. He is a member of the Utah and New York Bars.
In a quirky pageant moment, the curtain judged contest revealed an 18-year-old matron as the winner amid the 24 female entrants. The event showcased local talent and drew a small crowd to the venue in land.
Petition for distribution and discharge granted for the estate of Charles Belt deceased. Petition for sale of personal property approved.
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