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Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Mar 23, 1950

Page

15

Andersons Jewelry celebrates first Vernal anniversary in stylish expansion

The Vernal Andersons Jewelry marks its first anniversary this month in the Hotel Vernal building. The store expanded space, added departments for jewelry and watch repair, and a complete camera department. Manager Larson Caldwell, with Gerald G. Thomas directing watch repair, leads a team including Ho Conaway and Jerpa B. Wallace as sales reps. Kenneth Anderson, general manager of the Salt Lake store, visited Vernal for launch events as the firm promotes thrifty, enterprising local commerce amid Echo Park dam projects. The company, founded 1919, was Utah’s first to extend store credit with no interest or carrying charges, and its Vernal location aims to serve nearby residents without traveling to Salt Lake. The Vernal store features Theodore Haviland china and Community Plate, with other company stores in Salt Lake and Oden.

Anderson's Vernal Bulding Elry Larson’Caldwell Vernal Gerald G. Thomas Ho Conaway Jerpa B. Wallace Kenneth Anderson Balt Lake Echo Park Therm Anderton Lerson Charles D. Anderson Sait Ke Utah Wald Anderson Salt Lake Erson Theodore Haviland Syracuse China Towls Gorham Reed Barton Wallace Internati Community Plate

Utah Manufacturers plan to boost state communities

Amos K of the Utah Manufacturers Association outlined measures to develop Utah communities at the Vernal Chamber of Commerce luncheon held at Hotel Vernal. BH Stringham reported on Echo Park dam progress while Bagley praised Utah’s labor, urging conserving existing industries and attracting new ones through resource education and regional cooperation.

Vernal Chamber of Commerce Amos K Haeley Utah Manufacturers Association Hotel Vernal Vern Gitford BH. Stringham 21 Counties Echo Park Frank Ward Chamber Bagley Utah Bagely Association To Utah

Municipal League Conferred Plan for Rent Problem Relief

A proposed municipal league approach to address rent difficulties includes a city recreation program to redirect youths from delinquency. The plan suggests using difficult cases to demonstrate consequences and deter crime, highlighting the need for accountability and preventive measures.

Mrs Henderson Visits Then Plans Move to Ogden

Mrs. Wm. S. Henderson and Mrs. Lindquist returned home after a brief visit. Mrs. Henderson will spend a few weeks before moving to Ogden to establish her residence.

Wm. S. Henderson

Anderson Says Over Two Hundred Are Involved

A statement attributed to Mr Anderson places the number involved at more than two hundred, indicating a sizable scale of participation or effect within the event.

Mr Anderson

Vernal Merchant Defends Indian Tribe in Fort Duchesne

In a call for harmony, Vernal business owner praises the Indians of Fort Duchesne for growth, honesty, and community contribution. He urges acceptance of tribal government and cooperation with local residents, defending the tribe against accusations of communism or antisocial behavior. He commends the Me Indian tribal council's work and friendship with Vernal.

Don Hackling Chamber of Commerce Vernal Fort Duchesne

First Ward Upsets Lapoint In M Men Basketball

In a Saturday rivalry at the Stake Center First Ward defeated Lapoint 27 to 21. Preece led First Ward with 15 points, Hack dog and Turner paced Maeser in a later 40 to 28 Third Ward win. Spectators included numerous Uintah high seniors and juniors enjoying the event.

First Ward Lapoint Wil Stake Center Lupoint Mantec Jones Havine Pesceion Lapo Pe Notions Cay Ley Turing Preece Hacking Ward Tommy Hackdog Tes

Red Cross Theme At UHS Assembly Stirs Patriotism

Uintah High School students joined in a Red Cross themed assembly led by Merlens Davis on March 21. The program featured performances honoring Florence Nightingale, Clara Barton, and battlefield memories, with pledge allegiance and songs reflecting wartime spirit.

UHS Jr. Red Cross Merlens Davis Red Cross Assembly Uintah High School Frank Walker Theresa Hadlock Miss Davis Assembly The Red Cross Florence Nightengale Leah Rae Davis LaRae Collett

Fire at Pope home from defective flue quick actions halt blaze

A neighbor saw smoke and alerted the fire department but a family member quickly controlled the fire before firefighters arrived. No injuries were reported as the inferno was contained to the residence.

Pope

Local Warden Assists In Southern Utah Deer Count

Local wardens including Jack Boren and Dave Thomas helped with deer counts and beaver trapping in San Juan and Grand counties. Harry Sprouse and Duchesne district wardens aided in Roosevelt after five days away, returning Sunday evening last week.

Utah Jack Boren Dave Thomas Duchesne Harry Sprouse Roosevelt San Juan Grand Counties

Veteran Teacher Retires After 33 Years of Service

Jane Lee longtime Ul district teacher retires after 33 years in education. Superintendent Harold Lundell announces retirement citing health and best interests of all concerned. Jane Slater of Ogden will replace her in fifth grade at Central School. Lee plans to move to Salt Lake City to support his children's schooling.

Jane Lee Harold M. Lundili University of Utah Brigham Young University Utah State Agricultural College Ite Jayden and Davis Lyman Freemont Wayne Countty Price Duche County Neola Almaris Lee Lundell Ot Ervite Jane (Slater Ogden USAC Mr. Lee Central School Slater Salt Lake Robert

Commercial Hotel Dining Room Is Redecorated

The Commercial hotel’s dining room, one of the city’s oldest, is being extensively remodeled under manager Claire R. Hopkins. The room is redecorated in pale green with new wallpaper paintings, walls, ceilings, and pale green tile. A west entrance service counter will offer walkaway sundaes and malts, using a local mix. Hopkins plans an evening event on April 10.

Maryn King Jaynie Siddeway Mary Alice Calder Rita Curtis Gounls McGraw Dale Fuller Galf Price Max Caldyrell Laddie Hacking Belva Vernon Darius Burke Ellen Burns Larry Hodgkinson Max Caldwell Merlene Davis Stephen Powell UHLS JoAnn Lee Wommen Claire R. Hopkins Winrvice Hopkina

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