Tests of Vernal Asphalt Being Made by State
State road commission chemists led by L S Muer test Vernal rock asphalt at beds west of town with variations from four to sixteen percent. A trial mixture from treated rich asphalt and lean sand aims to meet highway traffic needs. Two blocks of asphalt on the street east from the Doughboy Monument near US 40 will serve as a test strip, slated for completion this week if weather allows.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
State Road Commission
Dave Meagher
L S Muer
Gillis
Muer
Doughboy Monument
US 40
Funeral Services for Mrs Harriet II Haws Held at Naples Chapel
Funeral services for Mrs Harriet Mayberry Haws were held Sunday October 29 at noon in the Naples ward chapel with Bishop Byron Goodrich presiding. Speakers Abner Richens Joseph Coller and Bishop Goodrich, interment in Vernal cemetery, pallbearers including grandsons, and many flowers from friends marked the service. Survived by three children Lidian Jerry Te ton City Idaho Janie Me cham Ioka and Wilford Haws Veromedia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Naples
Harriet Maybery
Byron Goodrich
Abner Richens
Joseph Coller
Gooxtrich
C O West
Benedict
G H Southam
Elaine Goodrich
Iva Manwaring
Frank Goodrich
Lovell Manwaring
Jesus Lover
New South Wales
Australia
Thomas Mayberry
Mary Ann Chittenden
Provo
William
Mary Chittenden
Albert Haws
Ald
Salt
Hass
Heber City
Naples Ward
Ioka
Lidian Jerry
Teton City
Idaho
Janie Mecham
Wilford Haws
Veromedia
Twenty Years Ago in Brown's Park Mining Prospects Attract Investors
Reports from Brown's Park note favorable mineral indications drawing mining investors. Peter Hanson and James Hack ing return from the area say prospects look strong. O'Donnell and wife traveled to Roosevelt for a Dry Gulch Irrigating Co meeting, marking his first Roosevelt trip. A new daughter arrived for Pontha Calder, thrilling relatives. in the Calder and Hyrum families boys outnumber girls two to one. Enos Bennion and Ruth Diner of Springville honeymooning couple arrived in Vernal with Ruth’s husband, the recent bride.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peter Hanson
James Hacking
Browns Park
W Odonnell
Roosevelt
Ford Auto i
O'Donnell
Orson Hyrum Pontha
Bruce
Rebeau
Wallace
Enos Bennion
Biss Ruth Diner
Springville
Vernal
I. H. Allan
Toutes Club
Effin Johnson
Julius Jensen
Old Guray Bridge Project Opens With Indian Labor
The Meeker Utah work to replace the Jensen bridge over Green river near Ouray began under US Reclamation Service direction. Ten teams plus indoor crews cleared right of way as Fort Thornburg ruins are moved, with bridge construction using Indian labor and a six month timeline.
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Green River
Ouray
Paul H Henderson
USS Reclamation Service
Myton
John Muay
Fort Thornburg
Old Fort
Henderson
Indian Department
US Reclamation and Indian Agency
Supeint
L W Page
Uintah and Ouray
Fort Duchesne
Willow Creek Hill Creek
Uintah Basin
Book Cliffs
Green River City
Utah
Jensen
Alterra High School Gym And Classrooms Nearing Completion
Alterra High School reports rapid progress on the new gymnasium and six classrooms at West Side Alterra. Two thirds of brick work finished and most materials salvaged from the former Independence and Hayden schools. The gym will feature a large stage doubling as a classroom and include shower baths and dressing rooms. About 200 students are enrolled and student body officers are listed with several class presidents and athletic managers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H . Olson
West Side High
Alterra #5
Independence and Hayden
Alterra High School
Gerrard Rogers
Gene Lewis
Fern Walkup
Preston Harris
Sherrff
Harvey Knight Girls Athletic Association
Gowendoyn
Eugene Brough
Lydia Westover
Lynn Burrill
Ella Wilson
Ned Brough
Clara Morris
Donna Brough
Belden Lewis Ruth Wall
James Rasmussen
LaVing Rasmussen
Crystal Allred
Ward Seeley
Difference Between Profession and Trade Cited in Patchy Quote
A saying contrasts the two paths noting that a profession requires a diploma while a trade is represented by a Pierce Arrow vehicle, attributed to a local speaker. The remark frames status by education versus ownership.
November 24 Chapel Housewarming Set for First Ward
The First ward chapel housewarming is set for Friday evening November 24. The new chapel replacing the one burned is nearing completion with exterior work finished and most painting done. Architect Lorenzo S Young and contractor JF McKean met the building committee to finalize finishing details and lighting fixtures were awarded to the Artistic Lighting Studio. The Washington D C LDS chapel dedication occurred November 5.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Ward
Lorenzo S
JF McKean
Robert Tschaggeny
Artistic
Tschaggeny
Washington D
Washington Chapel
Mrs Thomas Bingham of Maeser Dies After Illness
Mary Elizabeth Gfrvrie Bing ham 79 pioneer mother of Ash ley Valley died Wednesday at the Maeser family home after a long illness. She was born December 20 1894 in Salt Lake City to Elizabeth Sabin and Frederick Gfromret Funeral services will be held in the Maeser ward chapel Saturday at 1 o’clock under the Maeser bishopric direction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary Elizabeth Gfrvrie
Bingham
Ashley Valley
Maeser
Salt Lake Cty
Elizabeth Sabin
Frederick Gfromret
Maeser Ward
Fire damages yard in Ashton row amid dry weeds and wind risk
Sunday blaze in the south Ashton row yard ignited dry weeds and grass causing rapid spread. Assistant Fire Chief Geo Rhodes led the response with delays due to a hydrant obstruction on the new water line, soon cleared by Rhodes and the fire crew.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ashton Row
Geo Rhodes
Cop Question After Drunk Driving Crash In Midwest Motor
A witness report claims the driver was intoxicated when colliding with another car. The group in the back seat states none of them were drinking, and the incident is being investigated by Midwest Motor officials.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Midwest Motorist
Missionary Perry Re leased From Eastern States Service
Elder Roland Perry completed a 25 month mission in the Eastern States and returns to Vernal with plans to wed his fiancé. He served as mission supervisor of Sunday Schools and directed church exhibits at five large fairs in New York Massachusetts and Pennsylvania attracting thousands. After a short visit they will settle in Provo and he will pursue studies at Brigham Young University.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Roland Perry
Fran Vernal
New York City
Chicago
United States
Vernal
Perry
Maryland
Delaware
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
New York
Rhea Island
Massachusetts
Provo
Brigham Young University
Eastern States News
Serce
Vernal Post Office Revenues Rise in October and Ten Months
Wilson Murray postmaster at Vernal reports October revenue higher than the previous year. He notes that the first ten months of this year also show an increase over the same period in 1932.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilson Murray
Vernal
Murray
Advice Given on Method Of Casting Vote on Repeal of Eighteenth Amendment
Election judges worry about wet and dry ballots as Milton H. Wel l ing urges citizens to mark the circle at the head of the column for national ratification. Dry voters should check the center circle on the national liquor ballot and the For Constitutional Amendment box on the state ballot. Wet voters mark the other columns. Tribune.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Milton H Welling
Mir Weling
Uquor
Tribune
Funeral of Mrs Ursula Hadlock Timothy Held Last Thursday at Sandy
Funeral services for Mrs Ursula Hadlock Timothy wife of David Timothy former resident of Ashley Valley were conducted Thursday at Sandy under the Sandy ward bishopric. She was well known in Ashley Valley and mother to several named relatives including Frank Hadlock Provo Clarence Hadlock Shelly Ida Mrs Fanny Radman Rupert Ida Mrs Jane Alger Mrs Pearl Eaton and Mrs Mae Johnson of Vernal. Also present were Sirs Hugh Bt Woodard Provo and other relatives. Death occurred due to illness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ursula Hadlock Timothy
David Timothy
Ashley Valley
Sandy
Sandy Ward
Frank Hadlock
Provo
Clarence Hadlock
Shelly
Ida
Fanny Radman Rupert
Jane Alger
Pearl Eaton
Mae Johnson
Vernal
Hugh Bt Woodard
Leo Clark
Davyid
Rulon Timothy
Andy
Ilness
Uintah County Board Meeting Faces Tax, Bridge, and Relief Items
The Uintah county board of commissioners held a long regular session addressing property tax adjustments, sponsor costs for Jensen Bridge Day, permission requests for road work, and a relief funds report. Frank I. Smith joined the election board as W H Oaks will be away. The meeting included routine items and several citizens seeking changes and approvals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Board of County Commissioners
AX Mattis
Veriong
Albert Blank
HI Creek
Erty
Jensen Bridge
Uintah
Jensen
Frank I. Smith
Iy Yeu
W H Oaks
Lloyd Stewart
WN ‘Timothy
Wee
Morgan
Lapont
Arnold
R C Cooper
Wintfth County
Carlstroms
Salt Lake City
Uintah County
Accident at Paddys Twist injures Vernal Coupis and wrecks roadster
An automobile collision on US 40 six miles west of Vernal at Paddys Twist injures Vernal Coupis and Miss Aileen Swain. Jack Howard and Swain are trapped as gravel on a sharp curve scatters glass. Howard sustains leg lacerations while Swain suffers a severed artery and wrist injury. They are moved to Vernal for medical care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vernal
US 40
Jack Howard
Compalryon
Aileen Swain
Mr Howard
Howard
Miss Swain
UHS Straw Vote Favors Keeping Prohibition
A Uintah high school straw vote taken Thursday morning shows 278 against repeal and 195 for repeal. The result, taken without warning, is viewed as a gauge of student sentiment on prohibition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
UHS
Uintah High School
Court schedule updated with new November term dates
A district court special term moved from November 11 to November 13 and the regular term advanced to Friday November 10. Jurors must report Tuesday November 14 at 9 o'clock. Several criminal cases are to be heard at this session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vienday
Parade and Pageant Planned by Jensen School on Armistice Day
Jensen School prepares a historical pageant for Armistice Day dedication of the Jensen bridge. Principal Amass GC Caldwell and three teachers assemble floats and themes for a parade from Jensen school house to the bridge with school exercises and a 1 o clock general program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jensen School
Amass
GC Caldwell
Teache 3
Jensen
Jensen Bridge
Oelock
Fight Card November 9 At UH Gym Promises to Be Unusual
Uintah high school gym hosts a crowded eight bout card on Thursday night led by Kid Howaig vs Fletcher in an eight round main event. Preston Fletcher and Roy Mas Bey headline a strong Vernal lineup with Dukes Iewill meeting Kid Howard and Virtus MecConkie facing Bud Jarre. Other bouts feature Fanniy Batch vs Jack Watson, Far rar of Vernal vs Oddie Steuart, plus Harper vs Matt Jarrel in a lively local boxing program.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kid’ Howaig
Uintah High School
Kid
Fletcher
Preston Fletcher
Butch Hall
Roy Mas- Bey
Iewill
Hid’ Howard
Stroward
Tetecher Ya
Jack Howard
Jack
Cole
Prophets of the Ring
Relief Quota Increased For Uintah County
Uintah County relief quota raised after Salt Lake City talks with state advisory committee. Chairman Rice C Cooper and County Clerk L William Carl Strom report more funds allocated than initially planned. Hinckley stresses aid for those in need while self supporting residents are ineligible. A county wide survey of relief applicants will soon begin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rice C Cooper
Uintah
Millaude
Defenders Rally 1 School Board 1 General and City Election
Community events list shows a rally and armistice observing and upcoming ballots. Local meetings include district court city council and county commission sessions with various clubs and social functions noted through the month.
Driver and Senator Exchange During Traffic Stop
A driver questions why a senator did not stop when yelled at during a roadside encounter. The officer cites the senator's warning about speeding in the next town, citing presence of mind in handling the situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tims
Senator Cop
Funeral speakers note long illness and moving to Land
Mrs Timothy had been ill for months and her family moved to Land after selling their ranch in Ashley Ward. Joseph McKee, a longtime friend who dies in the section, was a funeral speaker. Hugh Woodard was not a speaker. Mr Timothy returned with Mr and Mrs Eaton and will stay for some time.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Timothy
Ashley Ward
Joseph
McKee
Woodard
Eaton
Jensen Green River bridge dedication to draw regional leaders
The $100000 Jensen Green River bridge over US 40 awaits dedication with Governor Reed of Utah and Governor Johnson of Colorado expected. Local officials plan ceremonies November 21 with intensified traffic and economic impact for Uintah Basin and regional recovery.
Vernal Begins Laying Cast Iron Water Mains
Superintendent Frank Hatch leads a crew to replace wood stave pipes in Vernal with over one and a half miles of four and ten inch cast iron mains this fall. Two inch mains will run block to block on First North and Second North with blasting used near the B P Kelly home where rock and cement hindered progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Hatch
Vérnal City Waterworks Department
Hatch
B P Kelly
Thirty Years Ago: Holdaway to Return Home and Local Ventures
Alma Holdaway is honorably released from his mission in Turkey and will return to England, with Mrs Holdaway expecting him around December 10. Vernal plans an undertaking business in the Dillman building once the drug store moves to Coltharp, while Uintah Creamery ships 500 pounds of butter weekly to Salt Lake City. Dr Mandel Garrett will practice in Vernal as an assistant to Dr Buchtel. The Vernal Sunday School reorganized with Charles Hardy as superintendent and David Bennion as first counselor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alma Holdaway
Jong
Turkey
Ils
England
Holdaway
Dillman
Coltharp
Uintah Creamery
Salt Lake City
Express
Salt Lake
Mandel Garrett
Denver
Vernal
Buchtel
Vereal
Charles ‘Hardy
If W Wooll
David Bennion Ag
John T Thompson
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Monument
Harriet II
Naples Chapel
Wah O
Iafeo
Guray
Alfred Harris
Maxne Seeley
Mildred Hovey
Raymond Wiscomb
George Dixon
Raymond Bolton
Shirley Crumbo
LaVere Allred
Newel McKee
Blanche Chandler
Neil Rasnusoon
Thomas Bingham
Fenef
Roland Porry
Zadec
Ursula Hadlock
Fena
Ounty
Mr Howards
UH § Gymnasium
Harper
Skull Cresak
Matt Jarrel
Lapointinny
Farrar
Varnal
Oddie Steuart
Skyline
Defenders Rally 1—School Board
City Council
Stoke
Vernal Lions Club
Jensen Citizens
Colorado
Usitah Teunty Board of
H Tieed
Ed © Johnson
Noble Green River
Washington
Florida
West
Wintah
Orson B
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