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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1964
Page
2
A reader rebukes an editorial blaming teachers for community strife. The letter defends teachers and unions, questions board actions, cites legal rights and historic protests, and urges calmer leadership and open discussion.
Mr and Mrs Charles Binghams sold their Ballard farm to Mr and Mrs Emil Knobel of Minneapolis Minnesota. The Binghams will stay about two months before the new owners move in. Local social notes report a West Side Jr faculty gathering at Whiterocks, several visits, a Cub Pack meeting with badge awards, and community events.
A group of 50 girls from Copperton Roosevelt and Vernal attended a dormitory style faint Communion breakfast hosted by Atonement Clubs in St James Parish Vernal. Moderators included Sisters Mary Fides and Mary Beata for Roosevelt and Vernal and Sisters Mary Dorothy and Clarissa for Copperton Lark and West Jordan. Thirteen girls traveled for the weekend and expressed thanks to all who aided the joyous event.
Saint James pre-school held its closing program on May 21 at 10 a.m. Children sang songs and recited verses for parents. All were served refreshments. Sister Brian
Me and Mrs Wilard Stephenson of Salt Lake City visited Mr and Mrs Charles Bingham and other friends last Wednesday. Mrs Stephenson, formerly Erna Stella of Ballard, was recalled in the gathering during a fund drive for cancer research.
Nancy Mater of Vernal received a letter and a picture from Mrs. John F Kennedy's secretary. Nancy wrote sympathy to Mrs Kennedy and was thanked in the note. Due to large mail, Mrs Kennedy could not answer personally but sent regards. Marie and Mrs L Heeney express thanks for cooperation this year.
Funeral services for Carl W. Richardson 50 Vernal will be held Saturday at 11 am in Vernal Ward chapel under Bishop Bryce Caldwell. He died unexpectedly Monday at his sister’s Provo home. Burial in Maeser Fairview Cemetery. He was born Feb 1 1914 in Vernal to Hiram Sylvester and Carrie J Neilson Richardson. He had worked at Thiokol Chemical in Brigham City. Survivors include brothers Hiram A and Wat-
The DUP Camp Vernal sponsors a wig and hair style show on Friday June 5 at the Stake Center. Vernal stylists contribute models and a glamorous wig prize will be awarded. Refreshments will be served and tickets available at the door.
Ren D. of Vernal and Don E. of Scottsdale join three sisters in the survivor list. The sisters include Mrs. D. Ivo Eames of Bountiful Mrs. Wm A Merrell of Boise and Mrs. Robert M Carlson of Provo.
Vernal's Little Gallery of Arts has hosted Indian art exhibits aligned with Boy Scouts and Girl Scout efforts in May. Guided tours for Cub Scout packs and Ashley Valley Junior High art classes occurred May 4 and May 21, with painting and garden cleanup by volunteers. The Indian exhibit ends. new group show from George Dibble and local students opens Sunday through June. Hours shift to June 1 with weekday 2 to 5 pm and weekend 1 to 5 pm. group visits by appointment.
Forest Supervisor A R McConkle announced bids are sought for a water and sewage disposal system at the Red Canyon Overlook Visitor’s Center. Work includes a 16 000 gallon water storage tank and about 2100 feet of sewer line with pump and distribution box. Bids open June 10 at 2 pm in Ogden Regional Office.
A benefit bridge party was held at the Little Gallery of Arts on Saturday. Tables were adorned with lilac bouquets and large arrangements scented the air, creating a refreshing setting praised by attendees. High score went to Mrs. Robert Seay who also won the traveling prize, with Mrs. Aulen Hartong and Mrs. Tom Baird as second and third high. Low was won by Mrs. S A Dulany Hunter, and the High Asia prize went to Mrs. R H Schanbacker.
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