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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1949
Page
8
The text argues that memory is essential for public dealings and cites famous figures. It notes Emile Zola, Thomas A. Edison, and Sir Walter Scott as examples of successful people who suffered poor memory, implying memory failure did not prevent achievement.
The author reflects on memory, citing Edison and a famed librarian, then offers practical rules: look at faces, repeat names, associate with topics, and rehearse. Emphasizes memory as a key edge in dealing with people. Notes 227,679 grades of railroad track and that James K. Polk became president after serving as Speaker.
BASIN LOANS INC on E Main St Vernal offers insurance consultation. Phone 72 provided for inquiries and guidance on policy options and coverage details.
Funeral services for Sarah Jane Cook 69 were held Friday November 4 at 2 p.m. in the Third LDS Ward chapel with Richard D. Rust officiating. Cook died November 1 after a lingering illness. Survivors include 11 grandchildren four great grandchildren three brothers and two sisters. Cook had lived in Uintah and Vernal areas and was active in the LDS church Relief Society and civic groups.
Kimball and two sons Jery and John and Lewis Kimball of Salt Lake spent the weekend with Eph Eskeigon. Lester and Fred Schwabe and Al Semken traveled to Salt Lake Thursday and returned Friday. Mrs Lester Schuobe, recently discharged from LDS hospital after four weeks, also came home with them. Bible class met at Stella Underwood’s home Thursday afternoon of last week and will…
Naturalist Dr Will J Long outlines deer behavior and stalking tips. He notes deer range, runway travel, and quiet approach tactics, advising patience, slow movement, and strategic angles to approach or trail bucks.
Various short items: A A Call of Vernal visits Fort Duchesne School. Wayne Ferguson enlists in the Army and leaves for East Lake City. Harold Wilson suffers a heart attack requiring oxygen therapy. Joseph Arnold called for jury duty. Relief Society quilts formed. Local families visit in Sandy and Vernal. A wild duck dinner honors birthdays. Notes on namesake origins for Pennsylvania and Washington state.
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