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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1923
Page
4
The former British prime minister David Lloyd George visited American cities and delivered bold talks on European affairs. The article suggests he came without a formal mission but hints at a covert aim to push the United States toward involvement in European matters, a path deemed unsuitable for American interests.
Citizens in Vernal ponder how Armistice Day should be observed to honor veterans and teach liberty to youth. Readers note the fear of global war clouds and hope for peace before a new year. The American Legion and Ladies Auxiliary are preparing a program for the occasion and urge national participation.
The Vernal Chamber of Commerce will run gymnasium classes to develop young boys. The movement is praised as commendable and Secretary Thomas is noted as attentive to community needs.
A community call urges parents to enroll youths ages ten to eighteen in upcoming classes starting the first week of November. The message stresses physical as well as mental education and presents boys of Ashley Valley with a life changing opportunity to participate.
A short exhortation to motivate local residents to take initiative and boost community efforts. The piece challenges residents who complain about “nothing doing” and urges them to start projects, join groups like the Chamber of Commerce or Volunteer Fire department, and become proactive boosters.
A Question of the Hour discusses birth control as a national issue with strong advocates and opponents. It weighs moral claims against practical implications, noting that large families risk poverty and illiteracy while questioning conflict with religious teachings and future of the white race. The piece argues social consequences and calls the question dominant in coming years.
A speaker argues governments cannot understand why citizens resent entanglement in foreign politics. The text contrasts foreign dictates with American independence, urging readers to think before speaking and then refrain, claiming this saves effort and knowledge. It reflects a xenophobic or isolationist stance.
President Coolidge faces pressure as Pinchot challenges enforcement of prohibition and revenue measures. Governors' role debated while debt, labor, and congressional mortality notes signal tense politics ahead. Coal price shocks prompt anticipated regulation actions.
Abraham Lincoln valued family assets and good reading as essential investments. The Youths Companion promotes 1924 issues packed with aerial stories, short tales, editorials, poetry and fun. Subscribe for 1924 bundles, Home Calender 1924, and 1923 leftovers, plus McCall's Magazine combined offers.
William T. Foster of the Pollack Foundation debunks Ford and Edison on commodity money, arguing interest is not a tax on production but charges for using money. He compares lending money to renting a machine, explains how banks earn interest by financing public projects, and asserts lenders deserve interest when their funds support ventures like building a city high school.
A PTA meeting drew a splendid crowd on Thursday with a program including songs and readings by local youths. Community leaders evolve as A W Norton moves to Salt Lake City and Hayden Foster succeeds him as president of the association. Visitors from Provo and New York noted as families visit relatives in Vernal and Sego. Postmaster Bert Lamoranx moved his family into the old Garrenger residence in the town’s north side.
Sunday message quotes Galatians Romans and Psalms verses with daily themes. Monday urges love over debt and theft avoidance. Tuesday highlights a good name over riches. Wednesday counsels trust in the Lord for success. Thursday cites Jesus' message and John 12. Friday counsels loving cast out fear. Saturday warns against boasting about tomorrow.
In 1774 Rebecca Martin paddles a birchbark along the Qohlo river escaping a deadly war party. A dramatic river battle with Indian canoes ends when Captain Isaac Williams rescues her, and a wandering minister later weds Rebecca Martin to become Rebecca Williams.
Mrs David I Wilson recovers and Mrs Lew Billeng improves. Mrs Annie Stoke moves into town near work as janitor of the school. Mr and Mrs Jesse Brough visit Vernal on business. Mr EN Lee and family move into the James Harrison home east of town. Mr and Mrs Neldon Nybarg travel from the coal mine for a week’s visit.
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