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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1977
Page
12
The text explains ulcers affect 10 to 15 percent of people, common ages 20 to 50, with more in males. It reviews that stomach acid levels vary, diets once thought key are questioned, and lists effective antacids like magnesium hydroxide and calcium carbonate with side effects. It covers dosing in acute and postacute phases and emphasizes ongoing prevention and moderation of irritants.
Dana Lee Hunsaker of Vernal was named Sterling Scholar In Home Economics at Box Elder High School Brigham City after state competition. She earns recognition for high GPA leadership and service through homemaking and church activities and will be featured in Who's Who Among American High School Students. Jana to speak at Brigham City Seminary graduation. 27 students slated to graduate. she will attend Ricks College on a leadership scholarship.
Uintah High senior Jimmy Duane Daggett earns one of four State Normal Scholarships from the College of Eastern Utah for 1977 70. to attend CEU next year to pursue a teaching certificate. Scholarship requires a satisfactory academic record as verified by State Superintendent Walter D Talbot of the Utah State Board of Education in Salt Lake City.
Clay Thompson, a skilled craftsman in wood and ceramics, will graduate at Wasatch Academy in Mount Pleasant Utah during the 102nd commencement exercises on May 22. He is the son of Sam and Carolyn Thompson of Vernal and attends a school known for outdoor survival, arts, and its intermountain west contribution. Rogee Hansen, the Academy president, will offer personal comments during the outdoor ceremony.
Peter McNac of Ft Duchesne and Rita Jean Reed Tabboe of Neola received a license on May 10. Longie Seaton Nephi and Pamela Jean Drye of Roosevelt licensed May 12. Scott John Caldwell and Annette Shiflett, both of Vernal, issued May 13.
Maureen G Spencer discusses tole painting as a versatile hobby that lets hobbyists create unique works. The article traces origins from colonial to modern crafts, noting patterns, tools, and the broad range of surfaces and motifs now used by enthusiasts.
Vernal's elementary, junior high, and high school invite students to join summer band. On May 24 between 4 and 6 p.m. at Vernal Junior High, music dealers will offer instruments for sale or rent and registration is 10 dollars with Uintah School District staff. Summer band runs June 13 to July 24 with six weeks of Monday to Friday sessions, some mornings and two parade chances, plus a Lagoon trip.
The Roosevelt Business and Professional Women’s Club met at the Frontier Grill Friday to elect officers for 1977 78. Marion A Rehuin was elected president with Lillian Carlson as vice president and Jean Smith as treasurer. Installation will occur in June.
Congratulations to newborns this week with several boys and girls listed by mothers and dates. Boys include S Marstella on April 30, Pilcher on April 29, Dangerfield on May 6. Girls include Gibbs on April 40, McCabe on May 2, Slaugh on May 6, Mueller on May 3.
Lilian Carlson, 1974 Deseret News award recipient and 1976 77 Who's Who in International Community Service listed figure, runs Carlson Cleaners with husband Thure on Highway 40. An accomplished pianist and educator, she supports Duchesne County youth while serving Roosevelt BPW. Jean Smith leads practical nurses at Uintan Basin Qucstional Center. Members present include Guth Alten and Violet Parriette among others.
Tamala Thomas daughter of Lynn and Colleen Thomas of Vernal was chosen secretary of Utah Technical College in Orem for 1977 78. A Uintah High School 1976 graduate she joined Future Business Leaders active in the Phi Beta Lambda Club and plans to earn an associate degree in secretarial studies in June 1978.
Randy Taylor visiting his mother Mrs. Arlene Taylor will depart Saturday for New York City for special agricultural training with LBC an international irrigation company Willie stationed in Tripoli Libya
The scholarship committee at Utah State University Education Center named Gabrielle Western Roger Merkley Daniel Jensen Carolyn Leonard Roberta Johnson and Kathy Burt as all tuition one year scholars for the 1977 78 school year. Each award is worth 375 dollars. Committee members include Dr Vaenell Bench Vince Lafferty LaRue Abplanalo Clea Riding and Dan Price. Interested donors should contact the USU Education Center or Dr Dan Price.
The Hugh W. Coltons return home from a trip visiting their children in Washington DC Vienna Brussels Paris Budapest and London. Sterling Don Colton is Marriott Corp senior VP and general counsel Phil Colton serves on the IAEA board Nancy Bradley and Robert Bradley hosted in Brussels and France Germany and Holland. The family traced World War II sites and Colton commanded the 304th Engineer Group from Omaha Beach to Germany before flying back to Vernal.
Kent Taylor received a district distinguished president award and a pin for his leadership with the Kiwanis Club during the 1975 78 year. The club held a May meeting at the Lamplighter Inn and named new officers for 1976 77. Ukulele entertainment by Macuser Elementary students accompanied by Kathy Jones and Sharla Thomas enlivened the event.
A compiled roster lists participants across May 20 to May 26 with multiple names per day. The entries include first and last names such as Richard Gideons Michell Cannon Jana McKenchaie Carolyn 5 John Nobbins JoAnn Slade Helen Offutt Harold Marshall Nanette Smith Wanda Allen and others. May 21 adds Jolene Montgomery Marty Bennion Chance Bally Karl Ross Slade Sharon Angus Blake Sutton. May 22 names Jeffery Snow LaVell Simmons Don Linford Batty Yvette Harrison Die Birch Becky Young Lorene Miles Susan Miles Lance Richens Maureen G. Spencer Norman McGregor Jon Mark Taylor Wilford Adams Scott Womack Linda Anderson Ken Lane and more. May 23 lists Tvan Mott Kirt Meek Rhett Jenkins Jannea Maestas Teri Bacse Shawn Colton Ivan A fall David Condon Batty Gankford Robert Workman Doyle Murray Dean Pope Alvin Kay. May 24 includes Marty McCarrel Terrell Hunting Kim Christofferson Echo Allen Dustin Rooks Ben Stoll Mareen Huber Kyle Stimpf Kent Boren Cali Oscarson Deseret Foley Heidi Mc Pherson Dennis Vingent Cherlyn Peltier Dan Lopez. May 26 names Helen M Burgess Glen Openshaw Doug Slaugh Todd Hadlock Don Rowden Christy Leavell Teresa Lawson Colleen Colton Alissa Gurr. May 24 also lists Kimberly Zufelt Dale larrison Paul D Merrill Gary Bosler Janet Martin Ralph Preece Shaun Murray Hulon Cook Lynn Thomas Kathryn Jackson Amber Valera Drex Bawden Lila Beacham Bill Reynolds Boyd Redden.
May entries list numerous couples including Mr. and Mrs. Sherman Workman May 20, Mr. and Mrs. Charles May 22, Gentry with Mr. and Mrs. Vordlis Manwaring, Mr. and Mrs. David Merkley, Ervin Harrison May 23, Philip Walton and Udell Birch May 25, Carlyle Oaks LeBeau Slaugh Bascont Slade Souders May 26.
The Utopia Club held its final meeting at Birdie Shiner’s home with Milc Faulkner as co host. Milcha Jones led the session while Alma Smith and Marle Hatch performed musical numbers and Leora Jacoby gave a book report. Eight members and three guests enjoyed luncheon. Plans for a summer pot luck prevue were discussed.
Ladies Petroleum Club held a May 11 board meeting at President Jhidy Wangaard’s home to discuss co-sponsoring the May 21 AIME dance at Dinaland Country Club. NEW OFFICERS will be installed May 21. officers include Mary Jacobs president, Jimmie Frigham vice president, Colleen Lightner secretary, Donna Haas treasurer, Judy Mfaugaard parliamentarian, Joan Weimer hospitality chair, Joy McClure publicity chair, Kim Muston telephone, Joyce Kilman, Virginia Brown member, Peggy Harker programs, Linda Powell board member. Refreshments served. meeting adjourned.
OES Duveromy Chapter hosted Grand Visitation at the Masonic Temple on Saturday May 14 at 8 pm. Worthy Matron Darcy Rowan and Worth Patron R. C. Haas presided as Worthy Grand Matron Barbara Kidrick and Worthy Grand Patron Jean King were escorted East with honors. Visitors from Rangely and Leadville attended. A chapter program honored the grand officers, with remarks on Eastern Star origins and its symbols. Refreshments followed and the group plans a June 14 meeting before summer adjournment.
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