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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1897
Page
3
Fragmentary text describes death as a refuge from persecution and storms at sea and claims a future land will free people from debts toils and social distinctions. The prose envisions a vast continent offering equality and suppression of worldly pomp, with a prophetic, hopeful tone.
A 1878 note describes a woman depositing two dollars at Zion's Savings Bank and Trust Company and earning high interest through reinvestment. The text also covers railway mileage books and Browning pistol plans, plus a mix of ads and local curiosities. Names include Rio Grande Western Railway and Denver & Rio Grande lines, Browning firearms, and Salt Lake City figures.
The discourse argues sacrifice balances personal gratification with duty to others and society. It asserts sacrifice as a universal, foundational law interwoven with creation and Christian ethics, guiding behavior beyond mere pleasure toward higher obligations. The passage highlights inner resistance to sacrifice and its deep moral and social relevance.
A terse dialogue reveals a prisoner recalling a heavy moment as a visitor asks about a weighty occasion. The exchange hints at personal burden and the informal tone suggests a rural or old-time setting. The fragmentary text centers on emotion rather than action.
An English diplomatist touring Servia is hosted by locals who note their limited travel. A monk quips the greatest traveler is Robinson Crusey who endured misfortune and was finally restored to his homeland. The speech ends with a prayer for the diplomatist to avoid danger and stay safe on voyages.
An old courtroom fragment shows a prisoner explaining the theft to relieve the bearer of trouble while the victim cried for help. The judge ultimately discharged the prisoner amid remarks that the prosecuting witness was a dangerous anarchist to be suppressed.
A woman at the conservatory pool laments artificial beauty and yearns for nature in its pure form. A Kalamazoo man agrees, and she offers a frosty stare in response to his claim.
Ned remarks that Ted keeps his wife in the flat while he steps out only after she moves to the street, so she can tell him through the speaking tube about forgotten matters.
An editorial voice argues against equal wage rules in mining citing a union policy that sets wages by underground role. It contends merit based pay spurs efficiency and warns a minimum wage system would dampen innovation, urging managers to reward workers by value.
The Geological Survey reports seven years of field and lab work on Yellowstone geology, issuing a six page descriptive text, three pages of distinctions, and four topographic sheets. It covers ancient rocks from Cambrian to Tertiary, regional uplift, and hydrothermal features that attract scientific study.
The article surveys numerous unproven gold extraction methods claimed to yield more gold from low grade ores than standard assays. It notes the persistence of such schemes, warns cautious investors against these promises, and recalls the old green gold myth and its dubious methods.
Mesua Jones and Jouca of Denver define specimen assay as testing a material for gold content. They describe control assays on ore samples prepared for sale and check assays on others. They note repeat and many checks when homogeneity is uncertain and differences between assayers may arise.
The article reports attacks on forest reservations following President Cleveland's February proclamation. It notes opposition claims block prospecting and mining, with California among few supporting views. The forestry commission outlines a plan to modify boundaries to allow agriculture and mining while preserving forest management.
Bryan sends a congratulatory telegram to Mayor elect Harrison praising his victory. He notes elections in Chiago Cin ecinnatic Detroit and other cities spark a decisive shift in public sentiment. The message is dated April 4 and references broader political momentum.
The notice highlights the Denver and Rio Grande Railroad offering two distinct lines between Grand Junction and Denver with passenger route choice without extra charge. It promotes rates and books via BF travel agent and notes continued training antics of Sullivan with rough humor from Chicago Times Herald and New York Press quips on social topics.
The Salt Air Making Powder Company of this city markets Baltic Baking Powder praised by Western housekeepers for economy and quality. A longtime user notes it surpasses expectations and plans to continue its use, calling it the best baking powder yet.
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