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Newspaper

Vernal Express

Location

Vernal, Utah, United States of America

Date

Sep 04, 1930

Page

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Pool Hall Ordinance Enters City Law

The city council passed an ordinance requiring pool halls and card rooms to be licensed with a quarterly fee and barred under 18 from entry. Halls must close at 1 pm to 8 am, cannot operate on Sundays, and take effect in October. The meeting also approved fire hydrant installation funding, water pipe referrals, Red Cross donation, fair concessions control, and traffic regulation study. Mayor Calder led the session with listed councilmembers and officials attending.

Ray Siddoway C Davis Red Cross Fund Davis County Uinta County Bryant Stringham A V_ Lewis Recorder Gordon PeMcisy Frank Hatch Marshal Lafe Richardson

Mrs Mary Burgess Laid To Final Rest Maeser Pioneer

Mrs Mary Burgess a Maeser pioneer died after a months long illness. Funeral services were held Tuesday at 2 pm in the ward chapel conducted by Bishop Carl R Richens. A large cortege accompanied her to Maeser cemetery where the grave was dedicated. Born Nov 30 1862 at Heber City Utah she left nine children and fourteen grandchildren and many relatives. She was famed for quilt making and fancy work winning prizes across the west.

Whispering Hope Ernest Eaton Bert L. Caldwell Dry Fork Maeser Cemetery John L. McConkle Ann Dennie Frusta Heber City Harry Bryner Helper Mary A Burgess Utah Clea Caldwell Sarsh Dubois Ashcroft Canada LeVinis Burton Vernal Mabel Joberg

Vernal Lamb Demand Boost Sparks New Taste for Delicacy

If national lamb consumption rose as in Vernal during the campaign, the lamb surplus would vanish and producers prosper. Vernal residents likely ate more lamb than usual and many learned that Lamb is delicious.

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Community road work by Ray Stringham on his street

Ray Stringham with neighbor help has hauled road material and gravel to deepen the street surface, making passage possible in storms. Previously the street was nearly impassable, and cooperation among residents is noted as a reason for the improvement.

Ray Stringham Bis

Vernal Hints of Fire Protection and Local News Milestones

Twenty years ago in Vernal new Acorn Mercantile and Dodds Voigt buildings near completion. A water power demonstration from Benjamin Kelly flooded the United State bank building. Postmaster hints and bank staff changes, a suicide at a Whiterocks agency camp, and a teacher heading to Washington for the year.

Acorn Mercantile Company Dodds & Voigt Ieeks Iver Benjamin Kelly State Bank Vernal

Eastern Utah Bankers Meet in Vernal for Sixth Convention

The Eastern Utah Bankers Association will hold its sixth annual convention in Vernal on September 20. Joe Cheney of Uintah State Bank leads the event with host banks Roosevelt State Bank Vernal Bank and Uintah State Bank providing arrangements and a closing banquet on Saturday evening.

Eeastern Utah Bankers Association Vernal WE. Anderson Roosevelt State Bank Bank of Vernal Uintah State Bank Joe Cheney Association Helper State Bank First National Bank of Price Carbon County Bank Price Commercial and Savings Bank Commontwealth Bank of Greenriver Musab San Juan State Bank Monticello Emery County Bank Castledale Duchesne Uintah Counties

Duchesne City Leads Basin in Choice Flowers and Clean Grounds

Duchesne city celebrates a cleanup campaign culminating in an August 23 flower show. Judges from Vernal awarded 22 first prizes for fine flowers and attractive yards. Twenty three categories covered seventeen flower types and five yard classes with over thirty prizes awarded.

Duchesne City Duchesne Vernal John Jorkensen Peterson Wilson Murny Jorgensen Minnie Pope Sweet Peas A. J Feller

Best Riders and Horses in West To Attend Fair

Stringham president of Uintah County Fair returns from Rock Springs Labor Day rodeo with word that many horses from the event will come to Vernal. Riders including Stohl brothers and others are signed up. Meeker Roundup riders and race horses will also attend. Community exhibits will be funded with ribbons and local prizes rather than cash awards to boost quality and regional pride.

Stringham Uintah Rock Springs Unio Guy Rife Tatr Wallace Siddeway Bry Stringham Ainish County Fair Lewis Stohl Ernest Stohl Cheyenne Robert Hickey Cliff Hickey Bill Kenny Alvin Weeks Vernal Colorado Meeker West Uintad State Bank Pani Biy String Pam Hmit E Peterson Peterson Fatro

Ora torio rendition at Vernal Tabernacle by Giles and Ward Choir

Prof Giles composer of The Plan of Salvation assists at a Sunday night performance in the Stake tabernacle with the Vernal First ward choir. The 75 voice chorus plus 20 soloists and instrumentalists presented readings from Mormon texts and the Bible. Bishop Wallis and others praised the production while noting Giles had visited Vernal twenty years earlier. The event showcased a creditable execution of a large oratorio.

Giles Tabernacle Henry Z Giles Salt Lake City Vernal First Ward Stake Tabernacle Augusta Glilea Gilles Lloyd Winn Prof Gites Vernal Old Meeting House James H Wallis Bible Bank of Mormon Joseph Smith Brigham Young James H. Wallis

Plans for Annual Farm Bureau Day at County Fair

A Farm Bureau committee met to plan a Farm Bureau day during the county fair. Chairmen have been chosen and invitations sent to prominent Farm Bureau leaders in the state and nearby states and to all members. Peterson County farm agent in charge of uniforms and publicity says the event will be a standout feature and efforts will be made to ensure its success. Leroy F E Carroll Ernest Johnson Harold Lundell and E Peterson named as committee members. ladies committee to be selected soon.

Farm Bureau Peterson County Leroy FE Carroll Livestock Ernest Johnson Harold Lundell

Doctor of Towns Advice for Self Improvement and Community

A speaker urges individuals to consult an unbiased adviser to learn their strengths and weaknesses. By hearing how others see them, a person can improve socially financially morally and in how they affect their community. The message emphasizes self understanding to avoid being seen as difficult or aloof.

Vernal Utah Salt Lake Sherrock Holmes Beleve Lsh

Know Yourself Seek Truth Beyond the Mirror

A 1930 editorial argues that individualism thrives in fear and ignorance and urges self inquiry. It asserts truth about oneself is viewed differently by others, emphasizes courage to seek self-knowledge, and notes community need for honest reflection. Copyright notice and local co publication are included.

A. D. Stone The Vernal Express Vernal Lions Club

Ver Nal High School Plans For New Year In Vernal

Registration begins Monday September 8 as Ver nal i Utah prepares for the new school year. Principal N Noble outlines plans for scholastic achievement and an updated course catalog. Faculty lists include Noble, Smith Hughes, Hart English, Guyman drama, Calder home econ, Fife art, Goodrich physics biology, Morrill history, Hodton PE, Davis PE, Wilcox math Spanish, Sowards Colton Richens junior high, plus staff and committees for attendance, graduation, publications, athletics and more. Student body fee remains 5 dollars with free admission to school plays and league athletics for paid students.

Vernal i G Noble Charl Robers George Alexander Lowell Fox Grace Slaught Marcel Young Clifford Caldwell Noble Harold Andell Smith Hughes Ruth Hart Glen Guyman Vera Calder Coy Fife Calvin Marshall Reed Morrill Marva Hodton Carl Davis Albert M N G Sowards Charles Colton LeRoy Richens Charles Lewis Ralph Siddoway Lela Goodrich Reg.sterling Ecards O.sen Marys Jlodson Eliis Wilcox Harold Lundell Reed Morrill LeRoy Richens A. M Goodrich Lloyd Winn Coy Fife Ruth Hart Calvin Marshall Ellis Wilcox Coy Fite Meed Morrill Q Sowards Sowards Ltoyd Winn Athletics Cearl Davis Marva Hodson Harold Lundell Reed Morrill L. G Noble Moving Picture A M. Good L G Noble Finance Ralph Siddo

Vernal Business Conditions Seen Strong Despite Calamity Talk

Local business leaders argue Vernal remains financially sound with steady building and growth, countering pessimistic views. A psychology tale shows how mindset affects business activity, illustrating how belief in poverty can suppress opportunities.

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Proposed Constitutional Amendments Submitted for Careful Study

A Utah feature outlines the Citizens Tax Revision League promoting public study of upcoming constitutional amendments to be voted on in November. Leader Ernest Eaton chairs Uintah county efforts as B H Robinson frames the campaign urging citizens to join, finance, and scrutinize the amendments before casting informed votes.

Citizens Tax Revision Flague Ernest Eaton Uintah Coun B H Robinson Smcee Peel Ttg Salt Lake Utah Citizens Tax Revision League

Verbal Dispatches From Vernal Thirty Years Ago

Thirty years ago Herbert Tyzack and William ONeill left for Salt Lake City with Tyzack visiting Sanpete County. Deputy USS Marshal Roy Colton inspected Poena witnesses at Whiterocks in the Wallace murder case. Mrs Andrew Dudley Jr and Mrs William Ashby summoned relatives to Spanish Fork for a mother’s illness. Judge Booth seeks re election in Fourth Judicial, A Hatch runs for district attorney. Henderson and Meadows advertise comfortable shoes. A Dreamand play is billed for next Friday at the Opera House. Ponths Calder departs for Mill Creek with Mrs Caréer and Edward Young Br accompanied him to Salt Lake and returns with his family.

Herbert Tyzack William Oneill Salt Lake City Tyzack Sanpete County Roy Colton District of Utah Whiterocks Wallace Fort Duchess Fort and Ouray Andrew Dudley Jr Jensen William Ashby Millward Spanish Fork Opera Ponths Calder Mill Creek Salt Lake County Mrs. Caréer Edward Young Salt Lake

Ernest Wall Patient at Vernal Hospital

Ernest Wall of Philadelphia is a patient at Vernal hospital. The brief item notes his admission status and location in the local medical facility.

Ernest Wall of Philadelphta Vernal Hospital

Sunday Misses La and Merle Bingham Entertained Friends

Sunday Misses La and Merle Bingham entertained a list of friends including Albert Jones, Mr and Mrs Heber Dean, Fletcher and Alice Jones, Josephy, son of Mr and Mrs R E Allen, as read from the provided text.

Merle Bingham Albert Jones Heber Dean Fletcher Alice Jones Josephy Fnalea R. E Allen

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Mary Burgess Maese Mary Caldwell Dragon Myton John Caldwell H Belcher E J Young Jr James Cooper Midvale Mr Curry Tom Yeinswood Isabel Eastern Utah Bankers Association Thrillers Uintah County Fair Naples Farm Bureau Day UH. S U.H.S
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