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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1955
Page
8
Sports Afield reports an optimistic duck outlook after an August survey by Jimmy Robinson. High water and delayed plowing boosted nesting sites, with Saskatchewan noting duck populations up and pin-tailed and blue-winged teal increases, mallards near normal. Manitoba and Alberta also report good breeding figures despite flood losses.
A Friday shower at the Lapoint ward house honored Mr and Mrs Doyle Hubers with a program and refreshments. Numerous visitors from New Mexico Utah and Colorado joined the event including the Archie Perry family and the George Bigelows.
The report notes ducks rebounded this year with mallards and pintails level, scaup and blue winged teal rising. Season started 10 days to two weeks earlier than last year amid good weather for breeding. South Dakota drought cut nesters by about 50 percent before rains restored water, aiding fall migration. North Dakota reports ample water and strong breeding, nesting success up nationwide.
In this archival note from The Scod Old Days, residents recall early town life, focusing on community gatherings, longstanding trades, and the evolution of local landmarks. The piece highlights memories of shops, markets, and familiar faces that shaped the town’s character.
Twenty years ago the state fish and game department secured 700 acres known as Stewart's Lake as a hunting and nesting ground. At a Board of Education meeting, Principal H M Lundell sought guidance on disposing of coal honey lumber and tuition items. Births announced for several families and a wedding plans for Beth Mott and Lee Jenkins. Fern Carter bought L H Woodard's stake in the beer parlor and Uintah Cafe. he will operate both.
Forty years ago Jensen residents organized a September district fair at the ward house under the Relief Society. The issue notes a new bridge across Ashley Creek with dust on both sides, H C Ruple building another house on a burned site, and a varied local scene including births, auto purchases, honey transport, and a notable Vernal to Craig auto stage record. Weekend guests attended the Wardle reunion.
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