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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1922
Page
4
A Vernal Utah newspaper page features editor Jamika TF Wallis and associate editor Georg H Harrison with a human interest quip about prosperity. The column suggests people should join collective effort rather than wait for good times, inviting readers to get busy.
Dr Royal Copeland New York City Health Commissioner told the New Lock Press club measles could be wiped from the United States in forty nine days if every case were promptly treated for two days. He urged Congress to fund national health efforts and speed up health messaging to the public. He warned of bubonic plague danger in Western Asia and stressed Congress must act.
A call for political awakening in Uintah County urges residents to act before elections. The piece criticizes public apathy, warns of entrenched leaders, and stresses timely effort to shape the upcoming political landscape before the fall election period and fireworks season.
A concise statement argues that only a true patriot can meet tax obligations without considering the magnitude of eleven billions of dollars owed by foreign governments, implying national duty over foreign debt concerns.
A fragment discussing perception of time and value in 1922. It claims a twelve o'clock shift to eleven, a dollar’s value shifting with consensus, and general beliefs altering reality. Mentions everyone as judge and potential universal cures if all participate.
A New Yorker faced a four cent tax bill and sent a one cent stamp instead. The tax collector was pried quarterly as reports noted but with names omitted. The incident underscores fools who expect the world owes them.
A reflective note urges restraint and quiet caution, asserting safety comes from thoughtful conduct. It contrasts belief in safety first with real prudence, suggesting the wisest players avoid reckless risk. The piece favors measured, low risk action over loud declarations.
The article traces Wyoming's early history noting it became the forty fourth state in 1890, adopted a constitution granting women the vote in its territory in 1868, and highlights exploration and pioneer routes such as the Oregon and Salt Lake Trails. It mentions forts along the Oregon Trail, discovery of gold in 1897, and Cheyenne's layout by the Union Pacific Railroad. It also includes local notices about community events and residents around Whiterocks and Vernal.
A light humorous column blends weathering quips about June birds and bug seasons with local notes. Florine Ellsworth visits Vernal, families like the Larsons and Brennans are mentioned, and small mishaps such as a bat causing a near injury and a horse’s kick at a chores scene are recounted along with village routine updates.
Reporter J P Rudy details Sunday Sacrament meeting attendance by C C Larsen of Roosevelt and others. John A Gardner aided James A Winn and J P Rudy to Myton. Bishop George E Wilkins visited from Vernal. The Rudy family and Mary Beecroft crew engaged at the shearing plant. J P Rudy and LaRue took oath as postmaster and assistant at Fort Duchesne. Visitors from Vernal include Prof W H Burgsner and Mrs Calder family. A windstorm shattered a south window during a quilting session attended by Mrs J P Rudy. only James A Winn injured slightly. The star quilt was damaged but prized.
Report notes that while the long skirt trend has appeared, many instances remain without formal introduction or confirmation. The item suggests a lag between appearance and public proclamation, reflecting cautious adoption by observers and institutions.
Oklahoma aims for achievement by outworking rivals, rejecting jealousy toward Hollywood. A 12 year old girl and a preacher are cited as examples of improvement and progress in local discourse.
The report notes Prime Minister Lloyd George maintains position while British public opinion appears willing to let George solve the crisis, with supporters invoking the saying let George do it to justify inaction.
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