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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1909
Page
6
A historical note mentions a cough remedy sold by Vernal Drug Co to treat or prevent croup in children. The item highlights early warning signs like hoarseness and the need for prompt treatment to avert attack.
Former Florida resident Grant Cowan urges Mr Slaugh to reassess Florida’s agriculture. He argues Florida has rich truck farming including celery, potatoes, pineapples, citrus, melons, and other crops, and notes extensive hammock land and railroad growth to boost profits for Ashley Valley readers.
Last evening the Vernal city council passed a 12 600 water bond on its second reading. A bid of 450 per unit for asphalt delivery was rejected. The alley and streets committee was authorized to buy in open market and begin sidewalk pasting once purchased. Local residents including Ted Pope Joe Bielaker and George Julius are noted for property moves. Reverend Josiah McClain and T D Burton visited Vernal to support Presbyterian mission work.
G Minnick of 2968 Darlen street Philadelphia and Week neo cut a tree limb near Secane station to fashion a one piece three legged stool. The three legs resemble a horse hoof hogs foot and an elephant trunk with the mouth and trunk strikingly natural. Aunt Minnick attempted to paint the bath on the wood.
The report lists current grade enrollments from first through eighth grade in Reginatra Iowa, notes Utah law restricts new enrollments after the first four weeks, and details plans by District No 14 trustees to repurpose the old Central building for a first grade room. It also mentions 180 new library volumes pleasing teachers and students.
The Willcox School installed a new bell last Saturday and uses it daily for recess and start times. Enrollment is 100, up 14 from last year, with ventilated windows and new pictures, clocks, and bookcases pledged to arrive soon as facilities are steadily improved.
The academy reports an 18 percent rise in overall attendance with the high school expanding by one year. Eighty five students are enrolled in three classes, and new handicraft rooms and sewing machines are ready for use. Staff note improved facilities, and local families respond to public health efforts.
Reporter visits the old gas wells near White River noting a major vent area drilled in 1888. Gas continually escapes from a 460 foot shaft with fire risk at 400 feet and a 15 foot water pool marks the drill site. The vented gas lights the snow and could power factories, experts say it ranks among the largest fields in the country.
Two Harlem women recount a tale of a husband who joined a friend on a steamer and vanished after failing to heed a warning whistle. The anecdote pivots to a Marconi telegram and a confidant’s fatalistic plan, then shifts to a medical endorsement for Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy.
Notice to stockholders in Vernal Utah that a 100 per share assessment levied Sept 9, 1909 is due by Nov 1 1909 at the County Court House. If unpaid 20 days after advertisement the delinquent stock may be sold at public auction on Nov 12 1909 at the company office to cover the assessment and costs. RJ Young Jr secretary.
Assessment of 9 per share on capital stock announced to be paid by Sept 2 1909 to David Bonnion treasurer Vernal Utah. Delinquent shares will be advertised for sale Sept 28 1909 and sold Oct 16 1909 to cover delinquent assessment and advertising costs. Secretary David Bonnion Vernal Utah.
The Emerald Old Company announces a closing sale at cost to clear mens and boys clothing stock in Vernal Utah. Notices list the business address, dates, and officials involved in the filing of land and assessment notices with the Department of the Interior and US Land Office.
Delinquent assessment notice issued to The New Hops Irrigation Company in Independence Utah. List of described stock and amount due referenced. Jensen County auditor records indicate action on outstanding balances.
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