State Orders Speed and Weight Limits on US 40 Route
The Utah State Commission limited heavy trucks to 25 mph in critical zones from Kimballs Junction to Duchesne to curb road damage during spring thaw. Single axle weight drops from 18,000 to 16,000 pounds and dual axle from 16,000 to 12,000 pounds, with similar restrictions on other corridors including US 305, US 169, and US 189.
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Utah
State Commission
Kimballs Junction
Duchesne
Uintah Junction
Echo Junction
Wyoming Line
U.S 305
Wanship
U. S. 169
Heber
Olmstead
U. S. 189
Provo Canyon
Atomic Power Outmoding Hydroelectric Dams, Says Shoemaker
Carl D. Shoemaker, conservation director of the National Wildlife Federation, argues atomic energy will soon supersede hydroelectric plants. He questions the rush to build large dam projects and says water conservation remains vital while valley authorities face limited expansion.
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Carl D. Shoemaker
National Wildlife Federation
Shoemaker
Federation
Atomic Energy
Coun
Home Permatest Survey Highlights Young Women Use
A recent survey shows women aged 15 to 24 use more home permanents than any other age group. The findings emphasize the popularity of at home beauty treatments among younger consumers.
Human Relations Subject for K. and F. Club Meet
Dr James F Bender noted psychologist will discuss human relations at the Knife and Fork club meeting on Tuesday April 3 in the Hotel Vernal. Founder of the National Institute for Human Relations he brings a broad background in vocational guidance sales training personnel problems and marriage relations counseling.
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James F. Bender
Vernal Knife and Fork Club
Knife and Fork Club
Hotel Vernal
National Institute For Human Relations
Bender
Why Don't We Square Dancers Plan Regular Evenings
Friday evening in the Maeser amusement hall hosted a square dance gathering led by Mildred Hacking and Helen Walker. About 50 couples attended from Jensen and Violet, paying 25 cents a couple to hire the hall with free punch. Caldwell and Stella Richards supplied music and records, with Maeser ward contributing as well to a cooperative community event.
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Maeser
Mildred Hacking
Helen Walker
Jensen
Violet
Caldwell
Need Lamb and Woot This country canh use more lamb chops
The article laments low sheep numbers since the Civil War and urges increased lamb production and wool supply through Lamb and Woot efforts to bolster national needs.
Vernal Prep for Evacuees in Atomic Attack Scenario
A Utah or Western state front page warns Vernal residents to brace for atomic attack, outlining survival odds, immediate actions under warning, and rural roles in civil defense. It details evacuation priorities, sheltering guidance, and essential community services to support thousands of evacuees from a major city strike.
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Aliztcult
State Civilian Defense Administration
Millard Caldwell
National Civilan Defense Administration
Forests Share It Nation's Defense
Forests produced 37 billion feet of lumber in 1950, a two decade high, with mills operating overtime to supply wood and forest products supporting national defense efforts.
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Milla
Trees multiplying amid harvest efforts nationwide
Private individuals and organizations owned 3 percent of the country’s forested acreage in 1950, totaling 397,700 acres. This marked an increase of 131,900 acres from the previous year as planting and cultivation efforts expand.
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Kimballs
ATOM
TRE Coca. Com Company
Coca-Cola Bottling Company
Vernal
Pases
Uintah State Bank
Vornal, Utah
Spade Ang
Irchase
Firestone
Dan't Mantis Wits Ith Inferne
Vigoro
West Main
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