30 Oct 1952
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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1952
Page
1
An OCR fragment discusses pamphlets by Seale and Taw clarifying voter information on taxes and public aid for older residents and orphans. It mentions proposed repeals and the 2 percent assessment tax, arguing how funds for the aged should be used and criticizing wasteful government spending. The item references the University of Utah and Vernal, Utah, with notes that the discussion continues on another page.
Delbert L Stapley of the Twelve Apostles will represent church authorities at the Slake Conference. The article details Corless’s long service in Vernal City, recalling early days of the police department, tough decisions, a few arrests, and the dedication that kept him from quitting. It also notes general plans for stake events and meetings, inviting members and elders to attend sessions at the Tabernacle and Stake Center.
The 1952 regular deer hunt in the Kill Creek and Brush Creek areas yielded high deer counts with no reported injuries. Harold Crane, ranger, noted river conditions and a late storm may affect deer movements as officials plan a potential postponement. A later announcement will confirm any delay. Duck hunters report scarce birds along the Green River as stormy weather slows wildlife activity.
Utah announces next hunting period with pheasants opening in seven counties. The bag limit is eight birds per day with a 16 bird season cap. Proclamation requires a Utah hunting permit and written landowner permission for access to private lands during the hunt.
Fragmented OCR text mentions transportation and oil forecasts with unclear phrases. It references increased oil prediction, global areas, and production factors, plus scattered mentions of India and Canada. The passage appears to be a garbled summary portion with no clear events or identifiable dates.
Voters sent wallets and votes to the polling place, with Republican Neandslide leading in several districts. The county race saw Republicans win key seats while Democrats gained others, including Beal for somwhere. Milton appears among Democratic hopefuls and several candidates faced off across districts with varying margins.
A crash on a curve sent a car carrying Vernal residents down a 300 foot embankment injuring four, including a 14 year old daughter. The Robins family, traveling toward Provo for business, were hospitalized with head and leg injuries. Don Showalter, a local auto dealer, followed behind but did not see the vehicle leave the road.
Surgical teams led by Dr John Shimmin and Brent Feltch report patient lists including Ramsey Donnell Wardle Carroll Menelt Ferguson Wing Hatch Wong and Sand Ewa L Bur ig tat eel. Medical staff at Glen Ovard and Hi School assist with care and coordination this week under hospital direction.
The Vernal Chamber favors a bond plan to fund a new City Hall, with residents urged to back the measure. Officials note total costs exceed $100,000 and the project could be funded through a bond issue, amid debate over long term civic benefits and financing.
The readable text describes a chaotic prize display with a fire and various items listed like tires, tubes, a watch, gasoline, and other odds and ends. Names such as Mrs Floyd and Mrs Wystan appear among garbled phrases, with a note about upcoming service and radio mentions.
Fragmented OCR text describes new units and a torn down facility at an unnamed location. It references spring delivery, a project timeline, and several garbled names, with scattered mentions of Workd and Ant saa viae seven.
A historical note describes the annual Bull Exchange Day organized by the Uintah Cattle and Horse Growers Association. It details the event, aims to help locate stray bulls, and invites attendees to view and purchase quality bulls evaluated by judges. The gathering seeks to aid both buyers and sellers in matching bulls with packers and ranchers, highlighting the role of the event in market stability.
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