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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1921
Page
8
Angus rk visited Hoosevelt on Saturday for business. Martha McConkle and LaMar Samuels are newly hired clerks at Ashley Cooperative, starting the first of the week.
G W Moreland came back Friday from Salt Lake City where he had been on business. He went out with Mr and Mrs W H Siddoway. Jorenh T Talbs, superintendent of the Price Vernal government, was in Vernal Wednesday on official business.
Manager Walter Larney of Varnal Auto departed Saturday for Salt Lake City on business. He is expected to return the latter part of the week.
I 8 Gurr arrived from Watson on Wednesday of last week on county business. He states that conditions are improving in his section and expresses cautious optimism about the local outlook.
IL T Bennett, district brand inspector from Fort Duchesne, visited Vernal and surrounding territory for several days this week to check brands on the herds.
Patriarch and Mrs Harmon announce the arrival of a granddaughter at the home of their daughter Mrs Robert Aycock on Thursday November 10.
Samuel Sanders and Guy McMul len of Brown's Park have bought fifty tons of hay from Byron Goodridh and Albert Henry and will bring in a bunch of horses and winter them in this section.
Readers are urged to shop early to avoid last minute turmoil and securely wrap packages with health seals to ensure safe delivery before Christmas.
Chive Perry son of George W Perry and Miss Eliza Luck daughter of George H Luck, two popular Vernal youths, united in marriage on November 7 by Justice H Walter Woolley.
Red Cross committees report strong interest in the Roll call for membership. If you have not enrolled yet, select committee workers and invest your dollar in one cause for humanity. It does double duty.
Jess Johnson, manager of the Dodge stage line at Vernal Auto company, operates four Dodge cars from Vernal to Price each morning at 7:00, arriving in time to catch the afternoon train to Salt Lake City. This schedule enables a complete Vernal to Price to Salt Lake City one-day journey.
I W Curry cashier and former state representative visits Salt Lake City for a rest as he has been in poor health for some time. William H Sliddoway acts as cashier during Curry's absence.
OTD Eliason, secretary of the State Land Board, spent last week in Vernal examining entries to determine which are on lands the state holds title to for school lands across 120 townships. He finished last Tuesday and returned to Salt Lake City.
County Clerk Charles A Hatch and County Treasurer William Henderson lead a group including Ancestor George Wilkins and Commissioners Lynne Ashton Ros Taylor and Fred Feltch to Salt Lake City for a three day meeting with the State Board of Equalization and other state officials in a comprehensive tax convention. Local officials from across the state attend.
The Uintah Packing and Provision company plant operates at full capacity in Ashley valley using beef pork mutton chickens and turkeys. A good market has been secured at Price and other mining camps with trucks loading regularly from the plant. The cash return eases local tax pressure. The company now owns the Farmers' Market beside the City Bakery. Mr Yrank aimee a the meat cutter at the mor ot.
The son of Joseph Cook had tonsil issues and another child had adenoids removed. Paul Hanson from Roosevelt shakes hands with friends in Vernal on Monday. Ferry Preece from Altonah with pneumonia at his father’s home. Miksa Houlah Johnson, granddaughter of Charley Morkley, had tonsils removed on Monday. A baby girl with flu was born to Mr and Mrs EG Evans on Wednesday, November fh.
Morrill Karren suffered severe injuries when a loader wagon ran over him last week. He is now recuperating, with medical teams reporting improvement as the community watches for updates on his condition.
The Womeonas Auxiliary of the American Legion served a cricket dinner on Saturday at the commercial club rooms.
Albert Crumbo of the Crumbs garage at Fort Duchesne was a business visitor Saturday and made this office a pleasant call.
Mra A W Nebeker, Express correspondent from Lapoint, is writing a few days at the home of her friend Mrs B Bartlett.
George L Reynolds and Miss Crystal Skeers, two popular young people of Vernal, were united in marriage Wednesday by Justice H.
George Walkup and his wife traveled from across the mountain to Daggett County. Walkup is employed in the forestry department, reflecting official ties during the visit.
The first in a series of athletic tournaments hosted by the American Legion will be held at the Orpheus on Saturday night featuring boxing and wrestling bouts.
William Preece, former deputy game warden, returned last week after spending the summer in the Nine Mile country at the Nutter ranch and now expects to remain.
A few shipments have been made from this section with beat prices quoted from $0.02 to $0.36 per pound dressed. Turkey dealers expect strong profits this year as supplies move.
A welcome home party will be given in the Vernal Ward Chapel on Monday evening November 21. The event features a good program games and refreshments and all are cordially invited.
William 8B Edwards and Mrs Laura McConnell of Lily Colorado were married by Justice Hi Walter Woolley at the courthouse after securing a marriage license Friday.
Willam Henry Workman and Miss Jennie Oaks of Vernal were married on Thursday by Justice H Walter Woolley. Miss Oaks is the daughter of E L Oaks of Glines ward.
The first snowstorm of the season began Wednesday morning and continued through the day and night. Five to six inches fell before temperatures rose Thursday, melting quickly and leaving streets very sloppy.
Miss Mary Rasmussen, a popular young woman from Lapoint, returned home last week from Sunnyside where she had been visiting friends and relatives for four months. Her many friends hope she will stay for the winter.
Mrs May Long has leased the Vernal Hotel from John Nassar and will run it for an indefinite period. She is also operating the Don-Ton restaurant and plans several improvements to greatly enhance service under her efficient management.
An asphalt sidewalk extends from Main Street to the John N Davis corner and a street crossing to the Congregational church was built during the week. Pedestrians will welcome the improvement. A crossing from the courthouse block to the G A Downsey corner was also added this week.
Mrs Leslie Ashton returned home from Roosevelt where she stayed two weeks with her son Clarence who underwent gallbladder surgery. He is recovering well and expects hospital discharge in about ten days. The family praises nurse Miss Reed trained at LD&S Hospital in Salt Lake City.
In Myton there was a single ticket race with the old board led by Charley Jo Wahlquist president and members E R Winstrom Joseph E Holder Dr J W Brown and C W Walker elected. Duchesne featured two tickets with A M Murdock defeating Judge L A Hollenbeck for mayor and C T Axelgaard elected as four year councilman along with Creswell Shonlan Kelso two year councilmen Robbins and Greaves as officers.
A bunk house at the Rangely oil wells burned Sunday afternoon about 2 o clock. The fire destroyed the building and all clothing and belongings of the workers while they were away. A Brigman, president of Raven Gil and Refining company, rushed bedding to the men. A larger bunk house will be built.
The community mourns Mrs Frank Brewer of Dragon who died Friday after a sudden illness while washing at her home forty five miles from Dragon. Funeral services were held in Frusta Colorado. Mrs Brewer leaves a husband and five children. The article also notes local events and multiple transport updates along the Uintah Railway, including accidents, hospitalizations, and travel between Vernal, Dragon, and Watson.
A Saturday evening gathering at Mrs Williams hosted by her daughter Mrs J Chapman featured five hundred, a lunch, and a shower of handkerchiefs. Music by Mrs Banks, Mr Chapman, and Mr Baese accompanied a fancy cake walk and step dancing by James McNaughton as guests departed.
A fine musical program by Uintah Academy Wednesday at 7 30 pm in Tabernacle. The large academy chorus band and orchestra will be featured with vocal and instrumental solos and duets of high artistic standard. Principal E A Jacobsen will discuss Disarmament. A newly organized glee club from the valley will also perform. Admission ten cents.
Willcox Academy presented an afternoon program on Thursday November 10 featuring prayers by Rev Mr Hersey and Rev Mr Downey, a clarinet solo by Gerald Adams, a dialogue by Margaret Ratliff and Marlyce Akin, a school song, a debate on armament reduction, affirmatives Dicla Emert and Audrey Collett, a duet by Elva Cruikshank and Thelma Coupe, and piano solo by Elva Eaton.
A large gathering at William H. Sidoway home on Monday evening serenaded newlyweds Mr and Mrs Siddoway who returned from their Salt Lake temple marriage last week. Miss Eva Fjolstead of Garland, Utah was noted as a charming guest. Dr H E Ritch and Dick Jensen headlined the evening’s festivities in a Mr and Mrs Rube stunt with a luncheon served.
The Wikari Nahon camp held a ceremonial meeting on Thursday evening in November. Helen Hematreot and Margaret Ratliff completed the Wood Gatherer's degree requirements and were made Woodgatherers in a beautiful ceremony. Dick Emert and Margaret Hersey were received into the campfire. The program and ceremony were enjoyed by many mothers and friends of the girls.
A telephone report from Midview states attorney Vivian Watkins has returned home from Salt Lake City where he underwent a serious operation. He is much improved in health.
The Women’s Auxiliary of the American Legion hosted an Armistice Day banquet for World War veterans and partners in the Commercial club. Louise Jorgenson led planning with Mrs Homer E Rich and local volunteers. a five piece orchestra provided music, and acts included a French ballet dancer and burlesque sketches.
Miss Edith Lawrence entertained the Bachelor Girls club Monday night with an elaborate dinner. Mrs S M Logan presented a lesson on Statues with a Story. Members were urged to live by the mentor motto Learn one thing every day and name the seven things learned since last meeting. The evening proved socially and educationally successful.
A Monday night gathering at Uintah academy honored A Theodore Johnson and Fred G Bingham of the Stake Sunday school board for their service in Vernal Second ward Sunday school. A large crowd enjoyed the event and good times.
In Roosevelt a Birch won by two votes over opponent attorney Ray Dillman. Other officials elected were R. S. Jordan recorder, Homer P. Edwards treasurer, Elroy Wilkins four year councilman, C. J. Ashton, C. W. Smith, and C. Johnson two year councilmen. Voter turnout was 184.
Fontaine La Rue showcases versatility in her Mary Beeler portrayal in The Faith Healer, Paramount's latest, arriving at the Vogue theatre next Thursday November 24. The cast includes Milton Sills Ann Forrest Frederick Vroom Loyola O Connor May Grant John Curry Adolph Menjou and Charles D Bennett among others.
Sixty seven elderly residents of the Vernal First Ward were guests of the Relief Society at their society home on Wednesday afternoon. A sumptuous dinner was served and music by the Vernal band provided entertainment. Readings were delightfully presented by William Witbeck Mrs Mary Sander and Mrs Jean Merkley.
After Armistice day banquet Witbeck Post No 11 American Legion elected officers for the coming year by secret ballot. Term begins January 1 with Dr. Homer E. Rich as post commander and George L Goodrich as vice commander along with Albert Thomas adjutant William Collyer finance officer John Stagg chaplain and M. G. Penfield historian.
Local club leaders urge every club member to send a Thanksgiving letter or post card to Forest Slaugh in appreciation of his work with the group this year. He guided boys and girls to the county fair and helped achieve notable success. Slaugh is attending school at the UC in Logan Utah.
A community event announces a cooked food sale at the Ashton Kelly store scheduled for Saturday in November 1946. Proceeds support local nonprofit efforts and feature a variety of ready to eat dishes.
The Vernal Express announces a special limited time offer combining subscriptions to the paper with four magazines The American Woman Good Stories Mothers' Magazine and Farm Journal Rates are listed in another section of the paper.
Miss Nora Burton of Salt Lake City visited Vernal mother Mrs Clara B. Burton on Thursday and celebrated her birth anniversary at home. Returning home Monday she took home products including creamery butter, a large cheese, a turkey, meats from Uintah Provision and Packing, and a jar of Vernal honey, proving strong local booster loyalty.
For release on November 16 the Ninth Corps Area San Francisco transmitted two draft evaders from Uintah County Utah Walter Gallo way Vernal and Emanuel Stanrianakis LaPoint each under local board orders 564 and 694 respectively They failed to respond to draft notices Each deserter may be apprehended with expenses up to 50 paid to a civil officer or citizen If reported and a reason given both could avoid further trouble by complying with the draft call
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