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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1920
Page
8
A garbled early week report notes Mary Burlingame removing a ton sila and George W Massay of Dey Fork involved in a plan, with the latter part of last week marking actions by Mr and Mrs Jeera urging arrival by October 14.
A group of Vernals sportsmen left Thursday for a mountain derr hunting trip. The radius aid will meet at the home of Mrs George Haase on Wednesday October the 20th. Penfield and son have carpenters busy this week building an addition to their present place of business.
James Mease of Sunnyte Utah who has been visiting relatives and friends in Vernal left for his home Monday.
Walter Barnes Dyron Thomas and Dr Stevens left Vernal Wednesday morning for the mountains for deer hunting.
County farm agent J H Wittner arrived back home Tuesday evening after attending the State Fair in Salt Lake City.
A new paint job brightens the Tucker-Smart Livery barn on Main Street, signaling a welcome improvement. The improved exterior enhances visibility for locals and visitors alike as a small town landmark receives a refreshed look.
Forest Staakh of the Farm Bureau has returned from Salt Lake City where he spent the past week attending the State Fair and related events.
Mr and Mrs Olafr Johnson of Roosevelt welcome twins born on Wednesday October 13. The report notes the date as the 123th day, described as an unlucky day in the wording.
Democratic county chairman Goodrich arrived back from Salt Lake on Wednesday after a very profitable visit to the State Fair.
Ari Errebo of Kansas, visiting Vernal, expresses strong interest in buying land in the valley and is examining local prospects.
Carpenters are remodeling and enlarging the Ashley Co-op office rooms to provide ample space for future staff. Work progresses toward a larger, more functional office area as renovations near completion.
W Pope and family spent the week at the State Fair in Salt Lake City. They arrived home Sunday and drove back a new Ford automobile.
Attorney Thomas W O'Donnell left Verna Saturday morning for East Lake City to attend to legal matters with the Supreme Court of Utah.
Manager Ashton of the AK company and his wife arrived home Sunday evening from Salt Lake via Colton. They were caught in a severe snow storm on the Colton summit, causing travel delays and hazardous conditions.
Rulon Hansen, after two or three months with Vernal Drug, has joined Ashley Co-op in the dry goods department. The move reflects staffing changes in local retail.
I Sander led the Ashley Co-op with Harmon Sewards Chas Carter Jr and Lulu Nelson in busy days last week handlingAce at the Lapoint Mercantile ore site.
Columbus Day on Tuesday October 12 marked the 428th anniversary of the discovery of America and passed without fanfare aside from the usual Thanksgiving and mail service handling.
Businesses urge fans to buy season tickets early for five nights at Vernal Drug and Uintah Drug Stores. Adults season ticket priced at 226 with war tax included. child season ticket 1.10. Record crowds anticipated each evening.
Mrs. Joe Herring reports the death of her sister Mrs. FP Williamson of Salt Lake City at age 55. She leaves six children, one sister, Mrs. Joe Herring of Vernal, and four brothers Campbell and John Lister of Ft. Duchesne, Andrew of Los Angeles, and Henry of Scotland. Ill for months, she spent part of last winter in California. death occurred Friday. Funeral held in Salt Lake City Monday.
The Ladies Aid of the Congregational Church will host its annual chicken pie dinner on election day at the church. Proceeds support church activities and community projects.
Uintah Academy students plan Field Day at the Fairgrounds on Friday following Harmon Sewards return from his trip to Salt Lake City Wednesday evening.
The LT E J ladies questioned Miss Pearl Shimmin about Davis at Jonseni Thursday, with a notable response noted by attendees.
Marlon Shaffer came back from Halt Lake on Wednesday evening after spending the prior two weeks there.
Rick Colett, formerly of Roosevelt but now based in Salt Lake City, spent several days in Vernal during the first part of the week. He has roots in local habits and traveled for unspecified business.
Mrs Clarence Ashton of Roosevelt spent several days in Vernal visiting Mr and Mrs Lessile Ashton at their residence.
Wm Anderson, BI Measy, Dr Shimmin, Pardon Doods, Les Ashton and Lynn Ashton are deer hunting this week in the local area, indicating season activity and local participation by named residents.
Grace Tyzack arrives home after attending a bus ness a course in Portland Oregon. Friends greet her warmly as she resumes daily life in the hometown setting.
Newton Bros Harness and shoe repair firm enlarges operations by opening a branch in the former Moreland Jewelry space on Main Street due to crowded conditions. The move signals growth and broader service reach for the family business established in the area.
Real bargain price offered for immediate acceptance. 100 acre farm near town and school includes small house and sheds, some fencing, fair water right. 60 acres cultivated with 40 acres irrigable and farmable. Price 1800.00.
A list of local workers and visitors across Vernal Rainbow and nearby towns. Names include Tom Taylor Maude Lester J W Croix Joseph Nutray Pardon Dodds Harold Williams Owen Haws Myrtle Redding Carl Funk Ezra Caldwell Seven Roberts Forest James William Harrison W A Davin Virgil Babcock Angus Merrill J E Johnson Wm Slaugh Albert Slaugh W A Lamb N S Ballentine Wilson Murray Gillard Morris surveyors from White River and workers traveling to Rainbow Watson Dragon Mack Telluride Kokoma and Dinosaur quarry activity noted.
The L P H club held a Friday bonfire with attendees Wanda Jensen Thelma Coupe Billy Hardy Leona Gurr Elva Eaton Om Bor Nellie Fletcher Gus Davis Pearl Shimmin Mima Davis Harold Calder Darrell King Lew Ashton Harr y Calder Kedmneth Richardson Wallace Calder Leon Christenson and Howard Ellia. Dainty refreshments were served during the evening.
A group of friends gathered Tuesday evening at the Strebel home to celebrate Mr Strebel's birthday anniversary. Attendees included Mr and Mrs Lynn Ashton, Mr and Mrs Harmon Sowards, Mr and Mrs Chas Carter Jr, Mr and Mrs Sam Bennion, Bishop and Mrs H B B Calder, Mr and Mrs Wallace Calaur, Mira, Carl Tenny, Estella Sainsbury, and Mima Davia. Freshments were served and the evening described as enjoyable.
County Treasurer cites late delivery of tax rolls as cause for delay in mailing tax statements. Official order of State Board of Equalization prompted reconvening of the County Board of Banalization. Rolls delivered October 4, 1929. notices expected to be mailed around October 22, 1920. Previous years saw similar timing differences.
A Monday evening event in the Calder building hosted by Ashley Co op directors and employees honored Mr. and Mrs. David Curry. Mrs. Curry, formerly Enid Griffin, was long employed by Ashley Co op. A pink and white decor theme preceded a women’s shower for Mrs. Curry from 8 to 9 30 pm, followed by a dancing party at 9 30. A mock wedding led by Berneace McNeill and Jessie Hislop featured a Justice Statens officiating. About seventy five guests attended.
Miss Hazelwood played delightful instrumental music while Mrs. W. A. Banka gang provided pleasing renditions. A dainty luncheon followed as scarlet leaves and asparagus decorated the tables. A large crowd of ladies expressed they enjoyed an evening of unusual pleasure.
A brief notice notes a Ladies Aid gathering at the Congregational Church with details unreadable in the fragment. The fragment shows the event in a church setting and indicates local church activities.
Rexall drug stores across the United States report a strong tally for Warren G. Harding in the presidential race. Updates show Harding leading Cox by substantial margins state by state with 3,114 to 1,799 in one state and national totals of 403,628 for Harding and 368,853 for Cox. Electoral counts list 266 needed to win, with Harding at 246 and Cox at 86.
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