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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1930
Page
8
A 24 second class master was entered at the Vernal Utah post office on March 13 under the act of March 1 1873. The notice records the filing of the specific master title and location, reflecting regulatory procedures of the era.
MorvicK Utan Press Assn joins Lifmefr Natl Fouorial Assn in a formal alliance. Officials cited mutual goals and regional coordination as the core aim of the collaboration.
Lea Olsen of Logan was a weekend visitor at the home of Mr and Mrs James Freestone, sharing time with relatives and noting family ties in a short local social note.
The Kindergarten class led by Mia and F Af Noel began work on Tuesday morning with fourteen pupils enrolled.
Mr and Mrs Leonard Perry returned Monday from a brief stay in Bek Late City Wille where they witnessed the pageant Sunday night.
Miss Ruth Bmart, a teacher at Ashley School, spent the past year abroad and is now visiting relatives and friends in Flongefelt. Local residents report a joyful reunion and plans to tour nearby sites.
Mr and Mrs Shaffer of Denver Colorado visited Mr and Mrs W E Chase and left on Tuesday for Salt Lake City to spend a few days.
Eldred Hatch, son of Mr and Mrs J Hatch, had a tonsil and adenoid removal operation Wednesday. He is recovering at home and doing well.
Mr and Mrs Byron Thomas moved to their Dry Fork ranch on Bronday. Their town home is now occupied by Mr and Mrs E A Manter and family.
irs William Preece has been very ill for some time and remains confined to bed. Friends are anxious to hear of her complete recovery and improvement.
Archie Teeples of Salt Lake City spent a brief visit in Vernal last week to see relatives and friends. He enjoyed the company of four former Vernal men and a host of friends who were glad to welcome him.
Mrs Archie Lewis left Sunday morning for Salt Lake City to attend to business interests. Mrs Charles Hunt is staying at the Lewis home during their absence.
The Misses Maher and Evelyn Massey filled library duties during Miss Merle Massey's absence on a pleasure trip. Miss Pearl Massey temporarily took her place in the Triangle Cafe.
Recreation chairman of Uintah Stake announces that all budget ticket holders will gain free admission to next Monday’s Burnell Players performance. The notice says tickets will be honored in the afternoon.
Ralph Alexander, long in Salt Lake City for care, shows improving foot condition after several days with home folks. Recovery appears as expected and steady.
Tatha Nelda Merkley of Tridel arrived in Vernal on Saturnia and on Monday assisted with club work as Alisa Allee Pedersen, Home Demonstration Agent, provided instructions. Merkley will return home after a few days in Venel.
In Center Colorado a man and his family enjoy a brief visit while a local inventor advances a market ready article. Meanwhile Myrtle Kine, chief operator at Intermountain Telephone and Telegraph, remains seriously ill as her mother travels to be with her daughter.
Anthon Cannon departed Friday afternoon for Salt Lake City. He was accompanied by Ell Wilcox, and their two sons and daughters. Mrs Prevfuith and sons expect to spend the summer in St George and with Mrs Ook will stay in Idaho. Mr Cannon and Mr Wilcox returned to Vernal Sunday night after attending services in Salt Lake City.
All holders of Budget Tickets will be admitted free to Burmel Players at Imperial Monday afternoon and evening matinee. Adults who prefer afternoon show plus Budget Tickets may enjoy entry.
Kiebert Torrocka had been placed in charge of the Uintah Park Bureau warehouse located off Main Street, taking responsibility for its operations and oversight.
Dr W W Ross and his family departed today Thursday for Salt Lake City. They will be away on business for a period of two weeks.
A large group of friends gathered at the Colton residence Tuesday afternoon to present Mrs Hugh W Golton with a surprise party and honor her as the guest of the occasion.
Heavy rainstorms and light snow flurries persist with no freezing weather yet. Farmers rejoice as moisture totals improve soil and crop prospects.
Residents of Randlett and Ashlie challenge the Board of Education plan to close their school and move students to buses for busing to distant campuses. The dispute centers on local impact, transportation, and public schooling options.
The American Legion district convention is set for Saturday May 1. Commander A O Nord expects a large turnout of Lesionaires from Uintah county.
Prof William F Hansen and his family from Provo arrived in Vernal on Monday while en route home from New York where they have stayed since last August. They traveled by car. An interview with Friend Wil is planned for the next issue.
The American Legion sponsors boxing shows to raise funds for a Vernal home to serve as Legion headquarters. The first event is slated for the Peppard Beet Plant on May 249 with a full write-up to appear in the next issue.
At the Board of Education meeting, Anton Chnnon proposed a plan for non sectarian classes at the Seminary next year. The plan would provide daily release time to allow Junior High School students to take the offered work. The matter was taken under advisement.
Charles Johnson of Mack and Henry Wolf of White River Bridge were in Vernal on the first of the week. Johnson, a former resident and longtime Vernal Light Company manager, now works as an electrician for the Uintah Railway. Wolf is a bridge tender at the White River Bridge.
A list of teachers for the Uintah County evening school will publish next week. Few changes have been made with Carl Davis and Vera Calder added to the high school faculty on recommendation of Principal Robert Flixton to fill vacancies from the resignations of Lisa Deane Bennion and Dunn Taylor.
Several tularemia cases described in Vernal over the past three weeks linked to handling infected sheep. BI Hall remains seriously ill, Miss Jo Hanna Johnson travels from Salt Lake City to nurse him, Ike Caldwell and Emmett Hall also ill but improving, Ray Stringham gradually improving, Geo Martinsen recovering. Disease spread via sheep and insects. origins traced to Millard County eight years ago by Dr Francis of Washington DC.
Principal Robert L Pixton announces fifty three Uintah High School seniors from Vernal Utah will graduate in May, the largest class in the institution’s history. Commencement speaker C N Jensen will address the graduates with valedictorian Helen Calder leading the class and Linrd Winn directing the music program. list includes Elma Allen thorn Ashby and many others.
The Frestones announce the engagement of Beulah Freestone to Leland Olsen of Logan. They plan a June 4 Salt Lake ceremony and a Logan home after a one month east tour reaching New York City. Freestone teaches at Central School and studies BOYU and A A C. Olsen works as an accountant for Yon k Motor Company in Logan.
Thala club officers entertained members and eleven guests last Thursday May 1 at Mrs Alva Hatch Jr s home. Officers wore unique costumes and the afternoon featured a luncheon and a program of music numbers and readings. Mrs Sam Herron won high honors and Mrs Clem McLain placed second.
Mrs A A Hatch was honored Monday afternoon May 5 for the seventy eighth anniversary of her birth. Family members hosted the party at Mrs Hatchs home with twenty guests, including old friends. The guests received gifts and a luncheon was served as they departed wishing many more happy birthdays.
The Wednesday night event hosted by the Macser Metery Committee drew a large crowd. The Joy Girls provided the music and entertainment, delivering a lively performance that kept attendees well entertained throughout the evening.
Members were entertained Saturday afternoon May 3 at Mrs Vern MecCarrell s home. Apple blossoms and fleurs were used as decorations. At 2 30 an elaborate luncheon was served to twelve guests. The afternoon ended with ridge high honors awarded. Mrs Robert Wit tier will entertain the ladies Saturday May 17.
Mrs Myra N Ross presented her private dancing class in a Dame Risen Thursday outdoor festival on the Johnston lawn. The event featured a long program of dances including Lullaby, Schubert selections, polka, waltz, various group and solo numbers, with a large crowd enjoying the performances in ideal weather.
The Uintah Basin Industrial Convention committee met at Fort Duchesne to review program details and preparations. Mrs Kurtz of the Shorty School of Ballroom Dancing will instruct, a new ballroom hall and outdoor floor renovations are planned, and a ball room program is set. Baseball attendance from Peasant Grove is noted, with local team revival hopes. An Information Bureau, horse pulling demonstrations, and grounds improvements are assigned to named officials and committees.
A large gathering of Relief Society presidents and ward officers in Vernal attended a social service event at the First Ward hall. The program featured first aid demonstrations by Secord ward scouts, home nursing by USE class and young ladies, music by Wanda Johnson, and talks on Case Work by Mrs Jennie Weeks and Bishop James H Walls. The meeting was led by Mrs John N Darts and planned another session with bishops and Relief Society presidents to arrange the upcoming Social Service institute in ten days.
The Imperial hosts an opening play by the Parnell players on Monday night with free admission for budget ticket holders. Budget tickets also grant access to the afternoon matinee.
The Burnell Pleers announce a free public gathering for ticket holders replacing the May 1 budget event. Details indicate a Monday evening program available to Bourget ticket holders.
If weather permits the high school band led by Lloyd Winn will perform an open air concert on the Tabernacle lawn after Sunday morning services. The event emphasizes community music and school involvement in local church life.
Mrs James H Corns moves to Roosevelt with her daughters Mrs Ot H Yarroon and Miss Thelma, settling in new residence.
The silver loving cup will be presented to the finals winner by Cal der Bros. A display of prizes includes a Harwood baseball from Rae Ashton, a pocket knife from M. K. Shaffer of Acorn Company, a base ball bat from Sander of Ashley Cooperative, a leather bill folder from Ray Duke of J Penny Company, a Boy Scout pocket knife from Geof Daese of Vernal Lumber, and a Tip-Top octagon watch from H Woodard & Company. Finals to be held in Vernal on May 31 with awards following.
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