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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 08, 1931
Page
4
The Vernal Express issues a masthead announcing editor manager B Wallis and publisher James II Waltis. It records entry as second class at the post office of Vernal, Linh on Manch 13, 1905 under March 3, 1879 act, in London England.
Subscriptions priced at one year 250 dollars in advance six months 150 dollars in advance three months available. Independent in politics with a disposition toward bigger and greater Vintah County and working for community progress.
Health Commissioner Dr Harold J Knapp argues for simpler diets during low mood periods. He says reducing luxuries and emphasizing milk bread cereal vegetables and affordable proteins can improve public health while cutting costs. He lists weekly meal components and suggests amounts vary by family size.
The writer questions spending patterns urging restraint on a Tulsa statue drive to Queen Isabella. Believes funds could better aid those in need and spur general prosperity, suggesting delay of monuments until economic improvement returns.
A Pathfinder piece advocates barter among farmers miners and traders across sectors in Oklahoma and Brazil. It argues money is largely worthless and urges swapping surplus wheat for coal coffee for wheat and alcohol for oil, using transportation capacity and goods to trade without money.
The piece condemns widespread forest fires across states, noting thousands of acres burned and losses to families and wildlife. It urges stronger legislation and self discipline, blaming careless campers, smokers, and vacationers while stressing individual duty to prevent future blazes.
Dayton woman Betty Luecdeke credits Kruschen for a rapid 10 pound weight drop in seven days. She recommends taking half a teaspoon in hot water each morning before breakfast, noting a bottle lasts four weeks. Available at Vernal Drug, Winted Drug, or any drugstore with a money back guarantee.
Governor Ritchel denounces zeal for more laws fueling crime. He argues lawmakers weaken liberties and empower criminals through broad anti crime bills. He urges simpler laws with swifter justice to curb a nationwide lawless movement and organized crime.
University of Utah anthropology department under Dr Julian H Steward reports a 10 000 year old Indian baby skeleton found near Great Salt Lake. The find suggests a primitive society before bow and arrow use and includes related clay fetishes linked to Central American idols. Dr Steward spent summers around Great Salt Lake and Uintah basin with other expeditions sponsored by Union Pacific Airways President Dean Brimhall.
Leonard Perry and Mrs Jean Merkley named as Directors of Era and Publicity in Uintah stake. Perry previously led Era and Publicity, aiding the stake program, while Merkley serves as the Uintah Stake Relief Society president. They will direct the subscription campaign October 11 to 13 and year round publicity for church organizations.
William Howard, a prominent Vernal sheepman, reported losing $60 to a crafty Chicago rogue. He told police he had a thousand dollars left after selling his farm and was in Chicago before returning to Vernal.
Uintah County has been added to the drouth stricken area and residents may obtain government loans through the Agriculture Department. Applications are available at the County Agent’s office and must be filed by October in Grand Forks North Dakota. Loans cover feed and livestock needs with 5 percent interest and repayment by September 30, 1932.
David Calder of Vernal and Kathleen Parry of Salt Lake City wed at the Salt Lake temple on Wednesday and plan to live in Vernal. Calder, son of Hyrum H Calder, is a Utah agricultural college graduate and Sigma Chi, while Parry is the daughter of Mrs J M Parry and former University of Utah student. The couple will reside in Vernal after the ceremony.
During a Duchesne Sunday afternoon golf event visiting ladies from Roosevelt and Vernal were treated to a four‑hand bridge luncheon hosted by Mrs Carl Kohl. Duchesne hosts praised for hospitality with Vernal attendees listed, and the Roosevelt/Vernal golf tournament scheduled to be played at Roosevelt next Sunday.
W P Thomas and C O Brott of Utah State Agricultural College report a favorable outlook for beef cattle. They note current U S cattle supplies support the industry and western state prospects look good despite rising range cattle, with growing demand for market cattle on the western coast offsetting feed scarcity and some liquidation.
The Faculty Womens League met on Wednesday October 7 at Mrs JaCrand Noble's home with Mrs Ralph Siddoway assisting. Officers for the coming year were elected: Mrs Ellis Willcox president, Mrs Ralph Siddoway vice president, Miss Guer Hansen secretary and treasurer. History committee members include Mrs Reed Morr, Mrs Harold Laundell, and Miss Ruth Hart. A luncheon was served to the members.
On October 20 Professor J K Wallach of the USDA livestock marketing unit and Professor E J Maynard of the Agricultural College will visit Uintah County. At 10 a m they will host a field meeting at Lews Free stone’s farm to show top grade beef cattle and discuss feeding and grading for market.
Duchesne wins the second game of the three town golf series at Duchesne and ties Roosevelt for first place with 208 points to 208 for the two leaders. Vernal trails by 22 with 2000. Individual scores include H L Caldwell 91 and Rae Ashton 92 for Duchesne. Roosevelt’s Rae Ashton 92 and J Harrison 95.
Tah county residents are invited to a rare informational session on feeding problems. The event seeks to prepare the public to address questions and offer guidance, ensuring attendees gain helpful insights from experts.
Duchesne players Wiscombe Wells and McLea led a high scoring effort with several players breaking 40 points in a final game at Roosevelt. Caldwell of Vert offered stout defense but Duchesne prevailed as the series heads to Roosevelt for a decisive rematch this Sunday.
Glass companies report demand for glass jars for canning is heavier than at any time since 1920, indicating a strong market surge and potential production strain.
The Sweets Co of America earned 93052 dollars in the first eight months of 1931, up from 66597 dollars in the same period of 1930. The note reflects a period of reduced work but continued demand for confections.
Endicott-Johnson Company reports June July and August sales up 39 percent from the same months last year. The firm has operated at full capacity for the last three months.
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