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Newspaper

Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1947

Page

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Vernal bonds approved by electorate for city water project

Vague OCR fragment describes Vernal city voters approving 40,000 dollar bonds at 134 percent to fund a water system project. Mentions Lauren W. Gibbs, Lake City, and a sale process with figures around 30,000 dollars and 4 percent interests, but details are unclear and partially garbled.

Ie Ee Vernal Ieee Oe City Syatem Theaver Nive Lauren W. Gibbs Ea Lake City O Pre & En Stending Wrenarog

Landmark of 50 Years Falls Before Glines Razing Crew

Short deitional service observed on March 19 as Glines ward began razing Ute Dauding a long serving local landmark from 50 years. The old red brick four room two story school and chapel, once known as the Fourth Ward and later Glines ward, saw stages of remodeling around 1893 1902 and 1944, with expansions and upgrades to the building and grounds, reflecting the ward's evolution from a log structure to a church and cultural center.

Glines Henry Glines St Ur Celeadae Echools Eurspeisial Sym Jofin ‘Arkman Ove Cines Ward Gutote Villa Ioefs Cho Mie Valley Fourth Ward Vernal Giines Hshop Gines Quier Die al Rerio Hishop B. M. Batty

Declamation Contest Finals Set Sunday Here

Declamation finals will be held Sunday at the Second Ward Chapel starting 7 20 p m. Three women and three men from about 250 students will perform. Contestants include Lila Ashby Leeratie Pore and Aide Curtis for women, Glen Coairich Glen Hateh and Mel Ye Weeks for men. Supervisors are Wallace Johnson and Frank Walker.

Zinma Ge Second Ward Pam Lila Ashby Leeratie Pore Aide Curtis Glen Coairich Glen Hateh Mel Ye Audees Ernest Wenterson Locen Bisstian Alin Gardner Tian O'Niel Wallace Johnson Frank Walker Slike Seminary

Fragmentary Notice of Births and Deaths in March

Readable fragments report several March dates including a March 14 birth or event for Mrs Taye Roberts in Arkansas with references to Margeret Oaks and Attesia. Mentions Myron Terking Whey and a March 15 event about a think child and two sons. Also notes Helen Termer and Mrs Wayne Van Tos sel of Tablona and a March 19 reference.

Taye Roberts Roberts Margeret Oaks Theirs S. Ken Attesia Myron Helen Wayne van Tossel Tablona

Fragments Reflect Salient Names in City Notice

Fragmentary OCR shows names and relations linking Salt Lake City figures. Mentions Dean representatives, Ray Adicraft, Wredtening, Tremunton, and Mrs Davis with her IvieBion parents. Details are unclear due to garbled text.

Salt Lake City Representatives Joes Bob Treas Fais

Centennial Contest Deadline Set April 1

The MEA hosts a Centennial contest inviting entries in one act play dance or song. First and second prizes total $110 with fifteen dollar cash prizes and 40 additional awards for paying entries. Entries must be submitted to MEA officers on or before April 1 and manuscripts must be enclosed in a sealed envelope with writer’s name hidden and the date and title of the work.

Peadine Cpires Secoho MIA

Legions PEP Parade Ready for Friday and Saturday

The American Legion prepares a four act comedy show for Friday and Saturday at the Dulph School Auditorium. Cast includes Avord Rigby Gilbert Child Mona Wood Ard Moberta Ufford Auber Adam Narvey Knight with two choruses and piano by Mable Blagg. A blackface chorus and dance numbers accompany the performance as members promise laughs for the public.

American Legion Dulph Willy Mlulokur Ace Avord Rigby Gilbert Child Ourbare Adams Arola Woodard Moberta Ufford Auber Adam Narvey Knight Mable Blagg Oliver Mu Gongle Warold Green Bobbie Hatch Difford Shiner Guibert Brown John Miburn Theresa Hadieck Elaina Evans Jenice Fisher Vonde Lee Pletcher Marva Walker Lucy Calder Mery Brimball Lorraine Slaugh Near Legion Post

Blossom Time Charms Vernal Audiences at Centennial Playhouse

Vernal packed the Uintah High School auditorium for Ulah's Centennial Players’ light opera Blossom Time. Performers Willan Callas Franz Schober and Doruthy Keddington impressed as Mirelle and star roles, with Stanley Furnas worth delivering strong comic relief. Director Halbert S. Greaves led the production with Nate Lee Master guiding the music. next Uintah County show April 12 features the Dia Agricultural College players performing Andel Street.

Ulah Ployere Willan Callas Franz Schober Doruthy Keddington Imitele Uintah County Diah Agricultural College Ure High School Andel Street

S. L. Sather Jewelry Co Changes Hands

Vernal reports S. L. Sather Jewelry Co has been bought by Hay Ashcraft from Tremonton. Ashcraft promises to keep sales staff and retain the storefront name while planning unknown future moves. Nearby residents and visitors mention the change as a notable local business update.

Hay Ashcraft Tremontoy St. Sather Vernal S. LD. Sather Ver Thal Ashcraft Rlalf Ant Kir Luther Establishemnt M Asterafify Brolne Thompson Tremonton Sather

Rev Mrs Carrell New Nazarene Minister Takes Charge

The Rev Mrs N Carrell, formerly at Fort Summer New Mexico, becomes head of the First Church of the Nazarene. Morning services start at 11 am with Sunday school, and evening worship at 7 30 pm. Prayer meeting is Tuesday at 7 30 pm and youth group on Thursday at 7 20 pm.

Carrell Formealy Ft. Sommer New Mexicn Nfo Xeune People's Sargubn

Salt Lake Clery Visitor From Verna Arrives With Mes Leen Glenre

Ska Atwood of Salt Lake Clery formerly at Verna visited here Thuratay with her etter Mes Leen Glenre. Local residents note the unusual spelling and mixed names as the visitors tour the area.

Ska Atwood Salt Lake Clery Verna Thuratay Etter, Mes Leen Glenre

County Sets Up Dump Areas for Cleanup Drive

Ulnlah county commissions this week establishes two dump grounds in Pelar area to support a cleanup drive. Signs and details are posted at the Coal Mine Borough entry while nearby landmarks guide residents to the sites.

Ulnlah County Pelar Ueek Elem

Don Hall Funeral Set Monday at Maeser Chapel

Don Hall dies in a trench collapse while digging a sewer line near his home in Maeser. Witnesses say the trench gave way while he removed dirt at the street to connect a power line. He served in the Italian campaign and leaves a wife Elizabeth Bartlett, a son, a daughter, and several siblings. Cemetery services planned at Fairview Cemetery in Maeser.

Don Hall Maeser Chapel Hall Bir Atreet Mar Clarence Rt Rex Berg Plumbing Salt Lake Uintah High Phot Provo Hie Jean Aren Fur Lela Carter Freda Lassie Layton

Alterra FFA Rank Call and Recognition At Dry Fork

A note from the Alterra chapter of the Palura Farmers of America records recognition for club members’ work over the past year. The club purchased a $175 fine animal from Virtus McCorter at Dry Fork to care for the helter, with Peark Genking of Capolnt named as junior supervisor. Plans emphasize future female participation and improving the herd’s bloodline among boys in the organization.

Alterri Palura Farmers of America Aline Jan Biste Bank Heb Supgeyision Mullinger Agricul Jere Me Allerra Foe

Uintah State LDS Meeting Dates Changed

Uintah stake announces schedule changes for next week including stake officers meeting on Thursday March 27 at 7 PM at the Pint ward shop stake baptisms at the Abernacle March 29 and Fast Sunday observance March 30.

Uintah Star Archle Jobnaun Great Deal de Ube Salt Lake Clip Jstake Pricathond Pint Ward Shop

First Ward Sets Testimonial for Bishop Hans

Members and former members of the Vernal First ward will gather Tuesday March 25 at the ward chapel for a testimonial event honoring former Bishop Jesse Rews who was released and named to the Uinta stake presidency. The program directed by George Davis includes performances, refreshments, and a dance. Ward auxiliary organizations assist Navin's committee. Bishop Rews served the ward about three years. Entertainment for children will include moving pictures.

Vernal First Ward Gether Anton Fesimnnial Jesse Rews Uinta Stake Genert George Davis Navin I “Mshop Awa The Caeamiter

Hospital fund drive boosts city projects eyeing support

Local officials and residents rally in December to erect hospital facilities and support a federal program. The Junior Chamber of Commerce coordinates volunteers and donations to contribute to the hospital drive, highlighting a focus on community health and area needs.

Orion Pital Stoovirtons Amoult Chamber of Corsunerte Seine Ihis Pris Ener Jaycees Bua

Verital VEW head named H Richardson leads group

H Richardson named head of Verital VEW. The charter officers listed include Hermar Bingham vice commander MaUtan George Ian See lees r aajutadts Ba Wardle trustee Larry Therne and others. A February 28 meeting at the Court House will set the 90 day charter period and outline future organization steps. Potential new members must be veterans with honorable discharges from the Navy Army or Marines.

Barald Richardson of Abe Val Hermar’ Bingham Aais MaUtan George Ian See Lees Aajutadts Wardle Larry Therne Clit Wardle Laurence Wi Yeur Dick Young Ot Setion National Field RJ Mra. Sexton Runbos Isla Michard von Oes Glen Brady Larsen Caldwe Herbert Clark Clell George R Goodrich Hubert DA Govan Jerry T Hetch Gitte? Tlaws John W.dlaws James Hammond Eats Win Sevita

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Gimes Ward Hintory John B. Extos Ray Adicraft Wieinsay Mrs. Davis Ms IvieBion S. L. Sather Jewelry Co Mr. Goy Homney Nigel of Cralg Jackie Tysack Wasatch Academy HA. Tyzack Mrs. Tyzack Charley Boyer Ingrid Bergman Miss Bor Ramnbow Vonnrlien Fle America Eva Olge Rasmussen C. Carnell NEW Nazarene Ee Poitier Don Mall Aga Navige Serviras Mondey' At Ihe Mienar Ward Chapel Bere Billings Bain Densundators A. DeMar Dudley Jensen Moon Lake Cooperative Bryan 3. Callett Tablons Lawrence Caldwell Lapolot Chester Tartman Art Simons Thomas Obert Apcadia Eldon Brady Bridgeland Frank Morrow Tridell Dean Cox Unea FEA Uintah State LDS Hans H. Richardson Ancille, Ackhorst William Ike Ty
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