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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1935
Page
4
William B H Wallis editor reports a 1909 notice from Vernal Utah under the 1879 act. The publication promotes subscriptions in advance and states a commitment to independent politics and a larger Uintah County with Mesner Utah State Press association backing.
Birth announcements highlight Mr and Mrs Laurence Lee welcoming a son born November 9 in Vernal. Other items report Mrs Mina June Gadd, Mrs Alice Angua, and various locals noting travel, visits, and small-town events including a truck mishap, tonsil and adenoid removals, and plans for a banquet among local groups.
Relief Society meeting was held at Mrs Jann Young’s home last Tuesday followed by a social honoring Mrs J P Rasmussen who leaves for Salt Lake City. Lunch served by the Mellef Society. Wallace Jensen gave a business tip to East Lake City. Several guests attended including James Ralph and Nell Rasmussen farewells for departure with their mother.
The State Tax Commission launches a publicity campaign led by Lake City figures urging taxpayers to settle delinquent property taxes. Chairman JW Kinlub and others promote a mass outreach effort to highlight penalties, offer incentives, and push citizens to act before January to reduce tax burdens.
The column lists residents and activities in the area. Ed Cooter home on the river project uses a new river channel to protect land while Captain Abbot oversees the work on his farm. Mrs Chandler and two children Roxie and Clifford return from Salt Lake for dental care and visits. Frank Jarman moves family into JP Rasmussen home. Marty Warmscott and Lynn Clerg of Salt Lake City visit Jerry Walker. Mr Turner of Salt Lake City visits Mrs Turner’s sister. Lawrence Wall Jr rents rooms from Willa Stevens and moves to Randlett.
Maeser and Wallace Oaks members left town for Monticello after a nephew's funeral. Arch Allen and Leon Williams visited relatives, while farmers Marvin Smith and Dan Williamson endured injuries and repairs. Howard Collett returned from Whiterocks to winter here as Carl Richens and families moved nearby. Dan Williamson worked with D L Richards and Grant Carpenter aided plastering. others travelled between Vernal Manila and Neola for work and family visits.
Alterra High School students presented an outstanding freshman assembly led by Ferris Winn. Notable performers included Talk Mr Morrill trumpet solo Mr Cat character dance Mrs Barbara Crandall and reader Miss Larrue Haynes. November assembly elected Freeton Lara and the Junior party on November 2 featured games dancing and refreshments.
The Home Economics and Ag clubs sponsored a Harvest Queen event on November 7. New library books arrived with twenty-one fresh volumes filling shelves while the woodwork shop enjoys a new jointer. A student motion picture projector was purchased for visual education across classes.
Funeral rites for Dan Hatch were held following a long illness. The obituary notes his service with his father in sheep work, missionary leadership in California, a brain tumor operation in Mayo Clinic, and his death despite medical efforts. Survived by parents, a brother, a sister, grandparents, and many friends and relatives.
Veterans and community gathered in Vernal for Armistice Day activities featuring a flag ceremony led by Captain Horne, a band performance, flowers to Gold Star Mothers, and a banquet. The day highlighted the future threat of world conflict as citizens reflected on military history and service.
Information from J WL Piercey East Lake City Fire Department to HW Miltecam confirms a two day Vernal Fire School held November 22 and 24. A complete program will be announced next week.
For forty years the Ladies Aid Bocidy of the Congregational church has served election dinners in Vernal. This year the community house buzzed with activity beyond the regular dinner hour as members prepared meals. The group began with Mrs William Burton, first president, and has grown into a social staple where old friends gather and new friendships form during local and general election dinners.
Vernal Volunteer firefighters rushed to the Colton bridge four and a half miles from Vernal after embers from a bonfire ignited nearby brush. Residents alerted RC Bullock who called for help. Chief Millecam and four others doused the blaze as county workers dug a trench to prevent spread.
A potato raised on Willam Warby’s Maser farm shows a duckbill like neck and head with a bead necklace circling its neck. The strange specimen, kept at the office, drew curious attention from locals.
Utah hog growers vote to continue the AAA controlled production plan by a 13 to 1 ratio. Director William Peterson of the extension service reports final results show 1398 yes and 604 no statewide. A total of 2040 signed, with Duchesne county 36 yes and 4 no, Utah-71 yes and 1 no.
Mrs Dora Cook of Vernal First ward told of preparation for the Aaronic Priesthood. Tridell ward Aaronic Priesthood won highest attendance with 49 percent. President Wells preached on The Power of the Priesthood. General session at 2 pm drew 677 attendees amid inclement weather.
The meeting featured choral numbers by the Melchizedek Priesthood led by Jo N Olsen and Miss Helen Mangelson, with Mrs Frank Blaugh and Mrs Elva Davis as accompanists. Changes include removal of Charles P. Maughn and Merrill from quorums and the ordination of seven to Sevens. President Wells urged virtuous living as life’s purpose beyond livelihood. A large audience attended the 7:30 program at the lake MIA exercises, with a chorus by 40 UHS Girls’ glee club and readings by M. B Judd.
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