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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1936
Page
3
A convuluted collection of notes and facts on New York sanitation crews facing heavy traffic and brutal winters, plus figures on crime costs, child labor law, and odd anecdotes. It highlights 14004 men cleaning waste, 5300 miles of streets, and snow deposits, alongside trivia about crime, kidnappings, and public notices.
A 19th century notice discusses whether fathers or mothers hold the right to name a child. The attorney notes that historically the father was deemed head of the family and final naming authority, though modern practice has shifted prerogatives to mothers in many households. The report blends legal opinion with local anecdotes and odd ordinances.
Dr Arvil L Stark of Payson, a graduate of Utah State Agricultural College and Iowa State College at Ames, was appointed extension horticulturist for Utah by the state institution's board of trustees. Stark earned a BS in 1929 and a PhD in 1934, has served as assistant horticulturist at Utah College and at the State College of New Mexico, and was born in Playmond, Alberta, Canada.
Diamond Oil Company reports a Utah well in Mississippi Limestone at 3954 feet reached oil in Pennsylvanian strata. Oil rose 3750 feet before being halted by shale. experts to cement and secure the well. Located Diamond Fork canyon about 74 miles south of Salt Lake City. company controls about 34,000 acres.
Verdal CCC reports full swing with about 123 men daily, working on four projects. Major effort on Jensen Bonanza truck trail, two bridge builds, and road starts at US 40. No 12 and 12A springs work at Spring Hollow, Snyder reservoir tasks near Blue Mountain with a tractor crew, and Powder Wash Trail restoration underway. New educational advisor Frank J Kennard arrives. safety meetings improve accident prevention. camp receives library expansion and a broadened sports program with multiple activities planned.
Mrs Mary Merkley, once nearly blind, has regained sight after treatment at home. Family and friends celebrate her improved health and ability to see loved ones again. Others from the ward are noted with moves and health concerns, including Mr and Mrs Jim Nickell relocating to Naples ward to care for Mrs Nickell.
Lt Leon W Hawley assistant district chaplain visited the camp last Monday and held an evening service. A brief sermon was given by Lt Mawley and hymns were sung by the group with Mr Kennard providing piano accompaniment.
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