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Newspaper

Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Mar 22, 1951

Page

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Requiem Mass Held For Pete Lopez In Vernal

Requiem mass for Peter John Lopez, 40, of Vernal, who died from injuries after an incident at the Bank of Vernal, was celebrated at St. James Catholic Church with Father Timothy Ryan presiding. Rosary and services preceded the funeral and burial, with local clergy noted in attendance.

Peter John Pete} Lopez Vernal Bank of Vernal St. James Catholic Church Timothy Ryan Vern Gifford Naomi Dudley A. O. LeMay

Nation's 50 Years Oil Needs Seen In Green River Shale

Bureau of Mines revises Green River oil shale yield to 494 billion barrels for northwestern Colorado. If realized, the region could meet U S oil demand for about 50 years at current consumption, with per ton yields varying by assumed gallons per ton. Final estimates remain uncertain and unpublished.

Green River Bureau of Mines Colorado Peetae Secre Orale Precio

Oil field drills advance across multiple wells in Uintah Basin

The report notes several wells reaching depths in the 3 300 to 12 000 foot range with coring and drill stem tests. Johnson Neal No 2 Gov near Bonanza shows activity at 17890 feet, while Duchesne area wells like Ute Tribal No 1 and Carter's etcill test near 3630 and 6916 feet. Bluebell and other Carter wells report significant depths and fluid recoveries, with gas presence and mud indications. A non-oil item mentions a Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints transfer to Rio Cuarto Argentina.

Rockwood Brown Carter's Rockwood. Brown Vernal Duchesne Cse NE Blueball Carter CSW Nes Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Figuel Chobut Rio Cuarto Argentina

Double Service Held for Victims of Auto Accident

Funeral services for Lewis Dean and Ann Betty Staugh Robbins were held at the LDS second ward tabernacle in Twin Falls Idaho. The Burials followed at Sunset Memorial Park with a graveside dedication. The ceremonies featured a mixed quartet and readings by obituaries read by Clark Call. Speakers included Bp Carl Shetfeld and Dr Thomas E Robbins.

Lewis Dean Ann Betty) Staugh Robbins LDS Second Ward Tabernacle Twin Falls Idaho Ms. Robbins Frank G. Staugh Vernal Downey Evera Morgan Oe R. Theuson Seth Bean Clark Call D. Claude Robbins God Carl Shet-feld Columbus Ward Salt Lake M.T. Bartlett Sunset Memorial Park Paulbeari FiConwire

County Sets $1000 Target in April Cancer Fund Drive

The American Cancer Society plans an April campaign with a $1000 county quota led by Grace Hall. Sheriff’s volunteers and local theaters will help, and district lieutenants Will iam Havens Jensen Alta Stewart Virgie Gee Neocles Ruth Sowards Ashley Carl Collett Maeser Edith Goodrth will assist.

Uintah County American Cancer Society Hall Sadie McConkle Utah Cancer Society William Havens Bonanza Alta Stewart Jensen Virgie Gee Neocles Ruth Sowards Ashley Carl Collett Maeser Edith Good

Wool prices surge to 1.50 per pound in Wyoming sale

Western Wyoming wool market reports a sharp rise as 1500 fleeces from Frank Mayo’s 1951 clip are sold through Wyoming Wool Marketing Association. The auction signals a strong market with prices pushing higher, reflecting demand for regional fleece amid steady supply and optimistic forecasts.

Wyoming Frank Mayo Wyoming Wool Marketing

Warning Issued On Planting Poison In Wildlife Areas

Dale C. Naylor range manager warned of dangers and penalties for placing poison at random. A Deep Creek report noted poisoned livestock dogs, urging anyone planning to lay bait to notify federal agencies or landowners with location and timing. Rowley, a local trapper, should be informed.

Dale C. Naylor Deep Creek Hanning

Union School To Be Completed This Summer

Union School Board members meet at the site to discuss sewer system work and aim for completion by July 1. Plastering delays noted. secretary to press the contractor for faster progress. Plumbing and electrical contractors face delays due to other construction work, with Leland Stevenson urging sewer completion for tests and finalization.

Union Hilal School Board Lundell Leland Stevenson

Calendar of events and market notes from Wyoming area

March and April events listed include FFA district meet, operettas, banquets, basketball tournament, youth offerings, Legion activities, mission center, county and city meetings, gun and knife shows, school breaks, and dances. A wool market note references price trends with Wyoming wool high values, grease loss, and California wool at 1.84 per pound amid favorable winter conditions.

American Resin Salt Lake City Wyoming California

Police to Detain Truants in Delinquency Prevention Effort

Police plan to pick up truants at schools within Uintah County to prevent delinquency. Officers will notify parents and arrange processing under juvenile court guidance. a 14 year policy cited by Judge Declanadir references past juvenile cases and attendance enforcement.

Achool Pis Lehwaye Ieee Saventie Judee Declanadiirs Sudd¢ ‘Alder Uintah Juvealie Versona Idesentes Ny

Uintah School District Hopes Fed Funds Aid School Budget

Superintendent Harold M. Lundell warns the Uintah School District board that the coming year requires higher local taxes or curtailing programs. Half day sessions for lower grades or larger classes threaten per pupil attention. Indoor toilets are sought, but funding is needed. A failed state bill removes federal money this year, prompting citizen input.

Harold M. Lundell State Senate

Jaycees Plan Big Vernal Spring Clean

Vernal citizens support a spring cleanup led by the Jaycees starting April 17. Chairman Larry Abegglen mentors the Crusade with LaMar Hawkins Darrell Warde Ralph ene Grant Parry Garth Batty Rolen Christensen aiding. Projects include planting, cleaner sidewalks, trash containment, painting window frames and fire prevention efforts.

Vernal Jaycees Larry Abegglen LaMar Hawkins Darrell Warde Ralph +ene Grant Parry Garth Batty Rolen Christensen

Third Ward Plans Reunion Bishop Announces

The Vernal Third Ward holds its first reunion and homecoming at the Stake Center on Friday April 15. All current and former ward members are invited. An afternoon party for children precedes an evening program at 7:30 pm conducted by H. Walter Woolley followed by dancing. Adults and Mutual age youths are invited to the evening event.

Vernal Third Ward Stake Center Third Ward Vernal Ward Sis H. Walter Woolley

Son of Mrs Beck Released from LDS Hospital

Mrs Stephen Beck learned this week that her son Lawrence, who was badly hurt a month ago after falling from a building while working, has been discharged from LDS Hospital Salt Lake. His back injury remains but he is progressing.

Stephen Beck Lawrence LDS Hospital n'Salt Lake

Funeral services for Charles Holmes in Vernal

Charles Holmes 78 died at home Monday after a lingering illness. Funeral services by Harold Hultinger Friday at 3 p.m. in Vernal Second Ward Chapel. Burial at Vernal Memorial Park. Holmes born November 6, 1872 in Salt Lake City. Survived by widow Emma Boutham, four daughters, two sisters, and numerous grandchildren.

Harold Hultinger Vernal Second Ward Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Charles Holmes Vernal Memorial Park Cemetery Mr. Holmes Salt Lake City Charles Martha Myiet Aasey Valley Eya Big Cottonwood Canyon John Neilson Uintah Basin R. Benson Ashley Creek Price Vernal Holmes Emma Boutham Catherine Southam Church of Jesus Los Angeles Cal Bessie Mowrey Yakima Wash Win R. Verroth Georges Holmes Nampa Toledo Edna Jones Reed Dewey McConkle Ethel Edith Goodrich Tridel Martha Osborne Floyd, McNeill Robert ¥. Roberson Salt Lake John J. Robersom Springville William Era Atv Exer Ward Chapel

Minish Cattle and Horse Association Plans Rustling Crackdown

Uintah County cattle and horse owners met in the courthouse to set 1952 goals including rustling suppression and improved horse protection. Hugh W. Colton was elected president with Don Hill as vice president and Dan Free as secretary, among new and continuing officers. A reward for catching horse and cattle thieves was approved, with emphasis on keeping stock within Uintah County. Clair Z. Acord noted Uintah leads the region in cattle production, and the group scheduled the next meeting for April with highlights on selling practices and cattle quality improvements.

Minish Uintah County Hugh W. Colton Don

Echo Park Dam debate moves to state and federal officials

Vernal Chamber of Commerce approves final draft of projects and participial sections. Echo Park Dam committee asks Utah State engineer and Interior Secretary to correct statements by National Park Service. Park Service aims to fund $28 000 yearly for three years to excavate dinosaur sites in Echo Park and South Mountain area, though no survey supports these claims.

Vernal Mountain State, Telepine and Telegraph Company Utah Public Service Commission M. O. Boswell Vernal Exchange Ialorada Rives Stognan Noandey Vernal Chamber of Commerce Echo ‘Park Dam Utah Chapman Echo Park Dam Natonal Park Services Jack Fof Frank Ward Vernal Chamber Flaming Gorge Park'Service Congress Echo Park Ts Tam Park Service

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