Capitalists urged to back Rocky Mountain oil shale plants
The Department of the Interior cited the Green River formation as the nation’s largest oil shale reserve and urged private capital to fund synthetic fuel plants to aid military petroleum supply. Oscar L Chapman promised support to groups building a western shale industry, highlighting rising petroleum demand and geopolitical risk. Senator O Mahoney and Senator Taylor pressed for government backing as Rifle Colorado operations edge toward commercial viability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Department of the Interior
Rocky Mountains
Congress
Oscar L Chapman
Colorado
U .S
Joseph O'Mahoney
Wye
Sam Taylor
Chapman
Rifle
Colo
Taylor
Green River
Utah
Wyoming
United States
Ashley Co-op Sponsors Square Dance Tonight
The Ashley Co-op hosted a square dance at the Thea Hall with 175 attendees. Sponsors Ashley Farmers Union Conp provided support while Dee Curfew and Orvil Dudley led calling duties. Punch and cookies were served and Hy Slaugh spoke at intermission about coop progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thea
Jonven Ward
Ashley Farmers Union Conp
Dee Curfew
Orvil Dudley
Punch and Cookies
Hy Slaugh
Price Controller Seeks Farm Support For Price Plan
Price Controller Michael V. DiSalle voiced confidence that American farmers will back price controls aimed at leveling prices by midsummer. He pledged controls will boost production and consumption, not hinder it, asserting parity aims and a fair price balance for farmers versus costs, under the wartime framework.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael V. DiSalle
National Farm Institute
Then
Moines
Town
di Balle
DiLille
Department of Agculture
Auction In Neverne A Dutch Auction Description
A Dutch auction is described where the auctioneer lowers prices until the first bidder accepts, making that bidder the purchaser. The text notes this style as a favorite approach distinct from ordinary auctions.
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Neverne
Five Don’ts for Washing Sweaters
Guidelines advise against soaking sweaters, washing vigorously, dousing up and down, twisting or wringing, and drying near heat to protect fabric and shape. The memo emphasizes gentle handling and air drying to preserve fibers.
Adventure Courage Highlight Early Lives Local Old-Timers
Ninety years old yet active, Peter F Petersen of Jensen reflects on a life spanning railroads, mining, and farming after arriving from Denmark in 1871. He learned English quickly, raised a large family, and still chops wood and gardens on a four acre homestead. George Henry Southam, born 1866 in Morgan and raised near Evanston, recalls moving to Vernal in 1854, witnessing the first Union Pacific locomotive, surviving family tragedy, and a long career in cattle, sheep, and local civic duties. He describes outlaw kindness and occasional lead slinging in dealing with conflict.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Petersen
Mt. Pleasant
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Lake Shore
Utah County
George Henry
Harry) Southam
Mr. Southam
Morgan
Evanston
Wyo
George Southam
Brigham Young
Salt Lake
Southam
Texas
Union Pacific
Utah
Bear River
Vernal
Logan Temple
Isabel Herbert
Harry
Have Fun Be Safe While Flying Kites
March forecast warns of strong winds and boys with kites. Mr. D Packard urges safety: fly away from electric wires, avoid metal strings, use dry cotton string, don't climb poles, never throw stones, and report kite entanglements to the power company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. Packard
Soupern
Division
Superintenen
Mr. Packard
Left Over Turkey Potential Dishes Promised For Feasts
A fragment notes leftovers from turkey may be transformed into hearty dishes for parties and refreshments. It suggests methods to thicken mats into an edible course, though details are incomplete. The report hints at practical use of surplus meat to create savory offerings.
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Harry” Southam
Peter F. Paterson
Ashley Co-op
Ig Eye Ealers
Anas
America
Firestone
Burpee
June E. Hacking
Tom
Hartford Automobile Insurance
Martin W. Curtis
Uintah State Bank
Uintah Basin
Vernal, Utah
Tiferi
Sorine Cleaning Sale
Rwan
RINSO
Curt’s Market
Jensen
Ufah
Vigoro
Hillerich& Bradsby
Searle's Saving Center
Woodey B
Searle
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