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Newspaper

Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Oct 10, 1935

Page

8

Uintah Gas Manager JFR Douglass Visits Salt Lake

JFR Douglass, manager of the Uintah Gas company, made a trip to Salt Lake this week.

Jfr Douglass Uintah Gas Company Salt Lake

Colton Couple Attends General Conference in East Lake City

Mr and Mrs Hugh W Colton attended a weekend general conference in East Lake City. The event drew attendees from the local community and highlighted ongoing church activities.

Hugh W Colton East Lake City

LA Residents Visit Noted By Folds of Kin

Mr and Mrs Oscar Cook of Los Angeles visited recently with Mrs E and Gure. Mr Cook is a nephew of Mrs Gurr.

Oscar Cook Los Angeles E. & Gure Cook Gurr

Lapoint Officials Hear About Well Project at School Meeting

J H W Merkley and Charlet K Bain of Lapoint met Vernal area school board members Monday to discuss a new well at Lapoint school and related plans.

Merkley Charlet K Bain Lapoint Lapoint School

Highway Survey Near Duchesne Plans Fall Graveling

A survey of the Duchesne to Flintland highway is finished. Gravel will be placed on the road this fall in preparation for oiling in the spring.

Duchesne Flintland

Colton Couple Greeted by Friends in Ashley Valley

President and Mrs Don B Colton of the Eastern States Mission, with headquarters in New York City, visited Ashley Valley to be joined by friends and relatives this week.

Don B Colton Eastern States Mission New York City Ashley Valley

Salt Lake trio arrive in Vernal after conference

Mrs Joseph P. Hacking, Mrs Ethelwynne Colleth and Mrs Mary Crouch of Salt Lake City arrived in Vernal Monday after attending general conference.

Joseph P. Hacking Ethelwynne Colleth Mary Crouch Salt Lake City

Ethel Martin Family Return to Vernal for Winter

Mrs Ethel Martin and her son Fill returning to Vernal after spending the summer near Slater Colorado. They plan to establish their home there for the winter season.

Mra Ethel Martin Son Fill Slater Colo

Mr and Mrs W and Stenderson Trip to Ogden East Lake City

Mr and Mrs W and Stenderson left Saturday for a short trip to East Lake City Ogden and Logan to visit their children. They expect to return Sunday evening.

W & Stenderson East Lake City Ogden Logan

Storekeeper Mra Nelle Merkley moved for medical aid

Mra Nelle Merkley, longtime Tridel storekeeper, was taken to Vernal on Wednesday by her son Clyde to receive near medical assistance after an incident at the W 5S Henderson home.

Mra Nelle Merkley Tridel Henderson Clyde

County Surveyor Christenson Visits Balt Lake and Utah Water Storage

County Surveyor Leon P Christenson visited Balt Lake last Friday and returned Sunday. During the trip he attended a Utah Water Storage Commission meeting, of which he is a member.

Leon P Christensen Balt Lake The Utah Water Storage Commission

Obituary: Rosabell Woodhouse 73 of Lehi

Mra Rosabell Karren Woodhouse 73 sister of John Karren died at her home in Lehi after a several months illness. Funeral services were held Wednesday.

Mra Rosabell Karren Woodhouse John Karren Lehi

District scout meeting set for Saturday evening

A district scout meeting will be held Saturday at 7 pm in the First ward chapel for scouters scoutmasters and troop committeemen. A A Anderson and Merrill Christopherson of Provo will be in attendance.

First Ward A Anderson and Merrill Christopherson Provo

Bishop Harrison in Vernal Meets Board on School Water

Bishop Jerry Harrison of LaPoint met Vernal school board to decide water supply for Lepoint School. Plans were discussed to dig a new well or obtain water from the community well now used by LaPoint.

Jerry Harrison Lapoint Mee Lepoint Laepoint

Vernal Visit By Salt Lake Visitor Sam Welse

Sam Welse of Salt Lake City was a Vernal visitor on Wednesday, stopping in the Uintah Valley town for a short day trip.

Sam Welse Salt Lake

Marvin Singleton Underwent Abdominal Operation

The report notes Marvin Singleton underwent an abdominal operation on Wednesday with no further details provided.

Marvin Singleton Wednesay

Uintah faculty members visit Steamboat Springs Saturday

Lloyd Winn and Miley Judd from Uintah high school traveled to Steamboat Springs on Saturday for a faculty outing and related activities.

Lloyd Winn Miley Judd Uintah High School Steamboat Springs

Mrs A B Johnson Visits East Lake City During Conference Week

Mrs A B Johnson and her young daughter Mary Lou spent conference week visiting East Lake City, staying for events and local sightseeing.

A B Johnson Mary Lou East Lake City

Wallace Johnsons Attend Salt Lake City Conference

Mr and Mrs Wallace Johnson attended a conference in Salt Lake City over the weekend and returned on Monday.

Wallace Johnson Salt Lake City

Tribute to Martin and Lions Club Leader in Sebring Magazine

A remembrance in the Lions Magazine for October honors Martin Ford I Man ford as a dedicated vice president of the Sebring Florida Lions Club. The tribute highlights his service and leadership within the organization.

Manford I Martin Lions Magazine Martin Sebring, Fla Lions Club

Witmer Rose Tie Knot in Vernal Home Ceremony

The marriage of Robert Witmer and Mrs Laura Leona Rose, both of Vernal, was solemnized September 28 at the bride’s grandmother May Ruple home by Rev George E Guild.

Robert Witmer Laura Leona Rose Vernal May Ruple George E Guild

Nebeker Family Moves to Ouray Valley for Winter

Mr and Mrs A W W Nebeker of Lapoint relocate to Ouray Valley for the winter to be near their son Stanley and family. Mrs Nebeker is reported to be in poor health with a rapid decline in strength.

W Nebeker Lapoint Ouray Valley Stanley W W Nebeker

Duluth Couple Announce Birth of 74 Pound Daughter

Mr and Mrs Esron Collett of Duluth Minnesota announce the arrival of a daughter weighing 74 pounds born October 8. Information comes from Mr and Mrs E J Young Jr of Salt Lake City, the child’s grandparents.

Esron Collett Duluth Minn E J Young, Jr Salt Lake City

I Grant Vest Visits East With Wife and New Son

I Grant Vest principal of Vernal Seminary visits East with his wife and new son. Mr Vest expects to move his family to Vernal later this month.

I Grant Vest Vernal Seminary East Lake City Mr Vest Vernal

Vernal scholars Gwendolyn Robertq and DeVere Bimper enroll at LDS Business College

Miss Gwendolyn Robertq and Miss DeVere Bimper of Vernal win scholarships from the Vernal Express and study at the LDS Business College. They report enjoyment in their work and coursework.

Gwendolyn Robertq The Vernal Express DeVere Bimper Vernal LDS Business College

Vernal Post Office to Undergo Interior Exterior Painting

The Post Office Department awarded a contract for painting the Vernal post office interior and exterior and to install a new floor in the lobby. Mann Brothers are the successful bidders, per Pestmaster Pontha Calder.

Postoffice Department Vernal Postoffice Mann Brothers Pontha Calder

Uintah High Band to Perform in Auditorium Concert

Uintah high school band directed by Lloyd Winn will give a free concert Wednesday at 8:60 pm in the auditorium. The program features over seventy pieces in varied formations and arrangements. After the concert a Band Mothers meeting will discuss a Band Week planned for the near future.

Uintah High School Lloyd Winn

Mayor and Mrs Cooper Return from Salt Lake City Trip

Mayor and Mrs Cooper returned Sunday from Salt Lake City where they went on business.

Cooper Salt Lake City

Baby Girl Born to Mr and Mrs Izra Boren

A baby girl was born on Wednesday October 9 at the home of Mr and Mrs Vern Olsen. The birth was reported by the parents, Izra Boren and Vern Olsen.

I[zra Boren Vern Olsen

Dorothy Noel Returns From Klammoth Falls Assignment

Miss Dorothy Noel returns Sunday from an extended four month employment assignment in Klammoth Falls Oregon. She resumed residence in the city and will report to duties at once.

Dorothy Noel Klammoth Falls Ore

Legion Auxiliary Officers Install in Price

Mrs Rae Ashton department head of the American Legion Auxiliary attended a young installation ceremony for Legion and Auxiliary officers from surrounding units in Price last Saturday.

Rae Ashton American Legion Auxiary Price The Legion By Legion Auxiliary Otnecers American Legion Auxiliary J Emery Johnson Margaret Witbech Pearl Johnston Tras White Hartie P Johnson Dorothy McCarrell Treacrer Lucile Young Rowena Lambert Charlotte Pack Eva Ashton St Louis Fra Ashton Margaret Witbeck Lydia Tyzack Marie Christensen Leath Miller Violet Henry Effie Hall

Driver E Smith Returns From Salt Lake City

Driver E Smith came back Tuesday evening to be with Mrs Smith and the baby who remains in serious condition at the hospital though showing slight improvement after medical care.

E Smith Salt Lake City Mrs Smith

County Clerk and Family Return From State Conference

County Clerk and Mrs F LL Noel with son Floyd returned from a trip to attend the state fair and conference in Salt Lake City. They were accompanied by Orson Calder Jr and Mrs A T Johnson who were visitors in Salt Lake the past week.

F LL Noel Floyd Salt Lake City Orson Calder Jr A ‘T’. Johnson Salt Lake

Pioneer Mary Henry Named Valley’s Early Settler

Mrs Mary B Henry is identified as a pioneer of the Ashley Valley in 1878 and 1879. The article notes she had many experiences during the valley’s early settlement and highlights her role among era settlers.

Ashley Valley Mary B Henry Henry

Red Front garage manager returns from California health trip

Charles F. Tucker, manager of the Red Front garage, came back from California where he spent several weeks seeking health improvement. He is only slightly improved and may need to return to the coast for the winter.

Charles F. Tucker Red Front California

District grazing leaders laud administration in meeting

Dr Carpenter and J T Peterson met Monday with the advisory board of the district. Carpenter, director of grazing, praised the administration. The session included remarks by several board members as part of routine oversight discussions.

DR Carpenter J T Peterson Utah Colorado Carpenter

Birth of eight-pound baby in Portland couple

Mrs Clyde Watch reports the birth of an eight-pound baby on October 3 to Mr and Mrs George D Comstock of Portland Oregon. Mrs Comstock was formerly Miss Gaye Teepies of Vernal. The baby arrives on the wedding anniversary of great-grandfather Randolph Teepies of Vernal and will be named Gary Randolph.

Clyde Watch George D Comstock Portland Ore Comstock Gaye Teepies Vernal Ranedolph Teepies Gary Randolph

Chipmans Tour Vernal Area Praises Colorado Scenery

Mr and Mrs J W Chipman of Salt Lake visited Vernal on Wednesday while returning from a summer trip through western Colorado near Oarey. They traveled over Douglas Pass between Rangely and Grand Junction and admired the scenery of western and southwestern Colorado and the Uintah Basin. Mrs Chipman was formerly Mrs Wallace Cragan, once a Vernal resident and wife of the late Ashley Cooperative manager.

J W Chipman Salt Lake Vernal Colorado Oarey Douglas Pass Rangely Grand Junction Uintah Chapman Wallace Cragan Ashley Cooperative Company

Oiling on Rabbit Ears Pass Completed

The Rabbit Ears Pass road oiling is finished after a one week delay caused by a car of oil reaching Steamboat. Engineer J OG Haskins of the US Bureau of Public Roads cautions there is no definite decision yet on winter open status for the pass.

Rabbit Ears Pass Jog Haskins US Bureau of Public Roads

BPW Regional Convention in Roosevelt District

The eastern district Business and Professional Women clubs including Vernal Roosevelt and Duchesne held their annual district convention in Roosevelt with a tea at Jessie Orser’s home and a banque at the Onyx Hotel. Miss Grace Cheever and Mrs Leaver spoke while Harp and vocal numbers entertained and a large audience enjoyed a program of readings solos and a toast by Miriam Stewart.

Vernal Roosevelt and Duchesne Roosevelt Jessie Oorser Onyx Miriam Stewart Alterra High School Mildred Dillman Hazel Ashton Ann Warnock Reva Lundberg Maude Neeley Leaver Grace Cheever Alice Mann'ng Salt Lake City Jessie O Orser Lynne Ashton Carl Davis Verna Berg Roosevelt Chapter Fern Corrine Moffitt Duchesne Club Dr I. Miles Lucy Rackham Alyce McQuire Duchesne Betty Albright Leaver Miss Manning

Wool auction tops at Ogden as prices soar

A Merrion and Wilkins wool sale at the Union stock yards set a high price of 274 cents per pound for Idaho grade wool on a 3000 pound lot. The four day series moved about 700000 pounds with private treaty sales adding roughly 300000 pounds. Auctions and private deals pushed West wool purchases to about 1 million pounds across five days.

Ogden Merrion and Wilkins Union Stock Yards Idaho

Moab Set for Fast Paced October 12 Card

Promising fight card headlinesMoab rodeo and race meet October 12 featuring Billy Ayres versus Jack Howard in a 10 round main event. Ayres seeks redemption after losing to Glen Sherwood at Monticello and aims for a return bout later in fall.

Jack Howard Billy Ayres Moab Naturita Cole Vernal Utah Ayres Monticello Glen Sherwood Sherwood Howeard

Uintah Basin Mutual Aid Society Disbands

The Uintah Basin Mutual Aid Society, formed years ago to aid families left unprotected by death, closed its books after receiving a letter about a new state insurance law. The society must qualify under the law or cease operations, and the board decided to abandon the group as raising funds and bonds under the new rule was impractical.

Roosevelt Uintah Bsi Mutual Aid Society State Assistant Commissioner of Insurance Insurance Ashton

Sarcastic remark at Hener Shae sighting amid tense exchange

Mrs Henpeck and Mr Henpeck exchange pointed banter about a sick Hener Shae, hinting at missed money making opportunities. The dialogue suggests a strained domestic moment with social undertones.

Henpeck

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