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Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

May 14, 1959

Page

9

Vernal Project Groundbreaking Marks Valley Dream Fulfillment

Groundbreaking ceremonies at the Vernal dam site mark the realization of Ashley Valley leaders long sought project. Large earth movers begin excavation for a 140 foot dam, creating a 37 560 acre foot reservoir to supply water for 14 781 acres of Uintah Basin farmland and 1 500 acre feet for Vernal Macor and Naples communities. The $6.8 million project will be a major payroll and recreation center, bringing prosperity to Ashley Valley and Uintah County. Local leaders including Vernal Chamber of Commerce and Secretary-Manager L. Biddoway spearheaded the drive after federal rejection, with State Senator J. H. Stringham and Attorney Hugh W. Colton among others pushing the effort.

Stanaker Ashley Valley Uintah Basin Vernal Macor Naples Uintah Congresa Vernal Chambar of Commerce L.¥. Biddoway J. H. Stringham Hugh W. Colton C. D. Tenderson Spgir

Pilgrim Charity and the Trait of Self-Reliance

A reflective piece contrasts early colonial self-reliance with modern debates over federal aid and welfare. It argues early Americans relied on character and hard work, built roads and schools themselves, and warns that current calls for government aid threaten national resilience and security.

Anfier America USP

ASC Announces Farm Definition Changes Across Nation

The new uniform farm definition for acreage allotment and Soil Bank programs takes effect this year, per Wayne Pickup of Uintah County ASCS. It defines a farm as adjoining or nearby land under the same ownership operated by one person, or nearby land with shared ownership and similar productivity, prorated for two years in current or future operation. The operator is the person in charge of farming, and land classifications stay unless new arrangements are made.

Wayne Mckup Uintah County Pickup Nald

BYU to stage Sand in Their Shoes musical epic

Ewan Marbrecht will lead soprano in the Mormon history themed musical Sand in Their Shoes set for May 29 to June 3 at Brigham Young University stadium. The two year production features original script and music by Crawford Gates with book by Don Oscarson, directed by Harold I. Hansen and choreography by Eugene Loring.

Ewan Marbrecht Beigham Young University Stadium de. Harold I. Hansen March of the Mormon Battalion Crawford Gates Promised Valley Don Oscarson DVA Gates Hansem Eugene Loring Mollywood Misa Marbrecht Utah Tabernacle Choir Europe Salt Lake Cit Brigham Young University

Farm real estate agents seek details on new definitions

Real estate practitioners inquire about applications of the new farm definition and may obtain detailed information from the county ASC office. The note indicates official outreach aimed at clarifying eligibility and standards for farm-related properties.

ASC

Farm law efforts stall as Congress stalls on reforms

Washington report notes near unanimity at session start on farm law overhaul but by mid year little progress is possible. Frustration grows as Congress fails to unite farm groups and the Agriculture Department, with proposals rejected by lawmakers and President Eisenhower’s plans debated and veto threats looming.

Congress Department of Agriculture Eisenhower Secretary of Agriculture Carte Branch

Stancal Plans 100th Well at Red Wash Field

Standard Oil Company of California and Western Operations, Inc announce the 100th well at Ned Wash Field in Uintah County. Discovered early in 1951 by The California Co, a wholly owned exploration affiliate of Stancal. Only a couple of wells have been productive. the 100th well No 41-121A lies 660 feet from...

Standard Ol Company of California Western Operations, Inc Ned Wash Field Uintah County California Co Stancal

Utah deer harvest in biennial reports shows six hundred mule deer Bucks killed

Deen Kill records from Utah biennial fish and game reports indicate about 600 mule deer bucks were killed in 1014. Total hunter harvest during 1058 deer hunts reached 417,241 animals. Under current hunting law and 1958 special hunts the bucks taken were 71,605 and does 45,376.

Utah Hargeat

Property Description Near Section 21 Township 7 South

A land description locating a parcel in Section 21, Township 7 South, Range 22 East. The area is defined as the south line and 660 feet from the west line of the east one quarter corner, within the specified township and range.

Township 7

Sonotone unveils glasses with built in hearing aid tech

The first eyeglass hearing aid combines AVC to soften sudden loud noises. Models suit both men and women with slim temple design. For non-glass wearers, Sonotone offers ear worn units. Choosing Sonotone signals a trusted, proven hearing program.

Sonotone Sonotonce

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