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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1907
Page
3
An illness described as a distressing disease of the stomach is said to be cured by Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets. A free sample is offered at the local drug store with a 1 cent trial.
Citizens are advised to boil canal water before use as ditches fill with dead leaves and decay. Typhoid germs can thrive in stagnant, vegetation filled ditches. Public health officials urge precaution and water treatment to prevent illness.
J. H. Beals and Amos F. Johnson of Myton filed mutation proof on claims west of the Lake Fork bridge, marking a step in securing their land interests.
President Roosevelt issues the Thanksgiving Proclamation designating Thursday November 28 as a day to assemble and thank the nation for peace and plenty in the past year. The proclamation urges citizens to join in gratitude and prayer.
S P Barron general manager of the American Asphalt company spends the week in Vernal. He normally makes two yearly trips from St Louis to visit the mine operations. Max Smith, the company’s Dragon agent, accompanies him on the tour.
Charley and Earl Atwood returned home for a week from Stockmore country. The Atlwood boys maintain a healthy cattle range within 35 miles of Heber railroad. They made two shipments this fall and sold their steers to Los Angeles buyers.
Grand Junction voters consider a bonding proposition to fund a mountain water project at about 400000 dollars. Vernal weighs a separate water works plan offering an abundant supply for under 100000 dollars.
Neighbors and friends of Hi J Harding of the Roosevelt Mercantile Company gathered Sunday night November 3rd to honor him with a handsome rocking chair marking his 62nd birthday and his high regard in the town.
Chas Hamaker and his wife from Baser Bend ranch visited this week to prove up their land. Hamaker expects the Moffat road to pass near his property, which would enhance its value.
Ira Burton and the Huel boys assert they have opened a major iron vein in Colorado, meeting required tests and indicating an extensive body in several spots. They express optimism about a substantial run, though no large quantity is yet confirmed.
Eugene Hamulton and Mr. R Cook visit from Theodore while the Acorn company moves into a new store building. Harden Bennion is ill at his brother David’s home with typhoid fears. Sanford Colton, bishop S D Colton’s brother, visits relatives. formerly lived in the valley, now in Frutta Colorado. Richfield has shipped 830 tons of sugar beets this season, production continuing with 30 cars needed to move them. Also noted is celery grown in Ashley valley, selling well in markets.
A note indicates customers can find furs at the Ashley Cooperative, with the message urging shoppers to visit the store where furs are available.
Jens Jensen and Mia Lihelsine Hendrickson obtained a marriage license this week. Telephone poles go up across town and soon nearly every house will have a phone. Mr and Mrs Gee Bennett moved from Vernal to Salt Lake, stopping first in Smithfield to visit daughter Ida Colpin. They departed Wednesday.
The Ladies of the Thalia Club met Thursday with Mrs. Stan Ashton to review U. S. History and The Oldest City of the United States from Bay View Magazine. Misses Sarah Odokirk and Sarah Hullinger were accepted as members and other names were proposed for membership. Mrs. Hul linger entertained with piano selections and Mrs. Ashton provided refreshments. The meeting adjourned to meet with Mrs. Wm. Ashton on Nov. 12.
George Ashton of Randlett offers Navajo rugs for sale or trade for cattle. For sale 80 acre Deep Creek farm. price inquiries through Mrs. H. Calvert Myton. Heaters advertised, ranches offer winter cattle care. Lost coats and missing mares with brands JP and left shoulder, rewards offered. Contact Davis or Ashley Co op for details. Harden Bennion, Vernal.
The Ashley Co-op advertises wool cotton and horse blankets now in stock. Also promotes warm underwear for boys and men with varied prices. A lost silver open-face watch between Vernal and Myron offers a reward, and a branded two-year-old heifer at a place is awaiting pasture bill payment and owner pickup.
Local ads list prescriptions and medicines at Vernal Drue Co Strayed cow and calf in Ashley valley with $10 reward For return to Mr Calvert Miller Made Clothing at Co op Dur ham bull for sale Four good horses Rain wagon and harness available Overshoes rubbers and German socks Pascimators shawls and sweaters at Co op Help wanted at Bartlett sawmill and mill hands sought Lost bridle with J I C bit Return to City Bakery.
The page lists various notices including sales for John Strootman and Wrecht's Hand Made shoes at Ashley Co-op, a medium black mare branded JP with a July 1906 origin at Ike Edward's ranch, and a potential buyer offering to purchase if the owner proves ownership. Also public notices from Mrs Celia Mayer Burntfork Wyoming and J N Davis Vernal call for winter potato buyers and cattle location clues. Timely leads seek information on cattle branded J& left hip or right ribs.
November 12 1907 to March 27 1907 offers a half year program for students unable to start in fall or finish in spring. Two semesters count as one year toward graduation. New first year classes formed across High School Normal Commercial Music Agriculture Arts and Trades Preparatory schools. Write to Tre Baiuam Young University Prove.
Woodard and McCoy announce a high quality carpet collection featuring a wide range of styles and textures for homes and businesses. The firm highlights durability and attractive designs to suit any interior.
We offer residential and business wiring from November 1 to December 1 with half down and balance when power is turned on mid December. Work follows Fire Underwriters rules and costs less than other lighting. We guarantee satisfaction and urge immediate orders through Leo C. Thorn.
Record shows invitation to obtain glasses for enlarged pictures from Art Moulding company. Contact offered at Albert Rasmussen’s residence 44-2tp for retrieval or arrangements.
The county advances road work this fall funded by poll tax. Grading covers Bartletts corner south one mile then east 1 12 miles toward Freestone. State road from Vernal toward Deep Creek will shorten trips to reservation points along the Trail Route.
Since October 14 the compulsory school law in Utah requires children ages 8 to 16 to attend at least thirty weeks per year or show a good reason for delinquency. Exceptions include home teaching, already mastered branches, physical or mental incapacity, family duty, or attendance at another public or private school.
In Uintah County Utah a hearing is scheduled in the District Court Probate Division for the estate of Joseph Andrew Pettit also known as Joseph Letten deceased. Utah Savings & Trust Company guardian of Miranette Lettit Walker an incompetent seeks letters of administration and sale of the estate. Hearing set for December 4 at 10 am in Vernal City Court House. Clerk Jaa Blackinn and attorney Pankatrong of Salt Lake City listed.
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