04 May 1899
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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1899
Page
1
Regular county court session reports. new Spring goods openings at Colton's Co.. Mrs Dillman showcases Notions. Vernal Market openings near. ads for wallpapers, hats, springs, and furniture. Local notices include marriage license for William Pearce and Minnie Lewis, church services by Leonard, and upcoming May Ball at Social Hall with Millward attendance.
Local readers hear about town happenings including the graduation of Uinish Stake Academy students, a new pump venture by Brother Vincellotte, and land and pasture offerings. There are agency notices, a telephone line contract awarded to Elisha Campbell, and a push for Dry Goods and groceries at W P Coltharp & Co with price quality claims.
Mill Ward locals report on community events and obituaries including a seven month old death from whooping cough. Notes cover school exercises, closing program, and a funeral. Also announced are travel rates for the Protective Association of America convention in Louisville and a mineral federation trip to Salt Lake City with certificate plan fares.
Fort Duchoane reports the fatal shooting of Jack Thomas at The Strip near the post. Sheriff Preens and officials convene an inquest amid conflicting testimony from soldiers and locals. William Carter is named as the shooter with the verdict ruling Thomas died from bullets fired by Carter. Carter expected to recover in hospital. Funeral held from the residence. district notes follow in Glines Ward.
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