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Newspaper
Vernal Express
Location
Vernal, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1941
Page
1
The notice lists start dates for various hunts including ducks, pheasants, geese, and deer across multiple areas. It notes season openings around October 16 to December 16 with restrictions on bag limits, possession, and required stamps, and mentions statewide proclamations and validity at sunrise for certain migratory waterfowl periods.
The sixty fourth annual meeting of the American Bar Association will convene in Indianapolis from September 29 to October 3. Special emphasis will be placed on improving judicial procedure in the national defense program. Walter P Armstrong of Memphis is shown as a nominee for the 1041–32 presidency of the association.
In Provo on Friday night the Uintah Utes overwhelmed Alterra 60 to none in the northern division opener. The opening league game showcased a speedy Utah team, with standout players including Hullinger and Hodgkinson among others from Uintah’s roster, as Roosevelt and Merthemy Dists prepare for November competition as part of the state champions’ schedule.
Federal and local officials met at the request of Galr P Hopkins to discuss forming a correlated program for Uintah Basin projects. Attendees included Ethelyn Creaves of the Farm Security Administration and representatives from FSA SCS and regional PSA offices.
A Bonanza home owned by Mark Mucky Eat Bonants was destroyed by a fire started by a Bonanza mall truck driver Harry Clark. He claimed the blaze began when clothes were set alight in a closet during a rain storm. Mrs Macky saved a Xen and called for help. Funds were scarce, and laborers from the Barber Asal Company pledged one day’s pay to aid the victims.
Grechen May Hegsted, infant daughter of Dr and Mrs Rain W Higsted, died September 12 at their home in Ha land Michigan of tuberculosis after three months of illness. Funeral services were held Saturday, September 13 in Grant Rapids Mitilage. Born July 15, 1940, she is survived by her parents Mr and Mrs. Thomas Karren who attended the nervicex.
Sheriff H M Snyder returned Saturday from Salt Lake City where he testified Friday before a federal grand jury regarding the arrest last summer of an ex Indian man at Whiterocks.
Delegations from across Uintah County gathered in Vernal for talks on developing Echo Park power and regional infrastructure. J D Jones and local leaders urged funding for power generation at Boulder City and decentralizing electricity to smaller communities after defense needs end. Plans noted include CC ramps, the Vernal Monita highway, and a Dinosaur Gateway project aiming to make Jen nen’s pioneer home a National Shrine.
Indians of the Uintah reservation will be feted by Roosevelt Lions Club Friday at a native dances end barbecue. Von Bair, chairman, announced with Governor Herbert B. H. designating Pridey as Utah Indian Day invitee. The program opens at 10 am with a parade in native dress, then a city park program.
Co B Guard boys set multiple marks at the 118th Engineers field day in San Luis Obispo on September 13. notable performances include a 17 point record in the 40 yard dash and top finishes in standing broad jump by Frank Goodrich, Frank Merrill, and others. Utah Division edged California for tug of war honors, with George Millecam, Joe Milburn, and Glendon Swarth contributing to a second place freestyle relay.
A weekend storm brought record winds and heavy snow to the Uinta Mountains. Ash ley Valley saw 34 hours of rain and snow with 14 inches at Oats Park Reservoir. A tree damaged the Wikins home in Jensen. a patient at a hospital underwent tonsil surgery and is recovering well.
Officials discussed plans for Kahrr Hollow COC camp and a proposed scenic road from Sprint through Ashley's to Leldy’s Peak linking Iron a ron Park. The project would boost timber access, summer range, and recreation, with work starting soon but funds limiting progress. Community leaders praised Congressman Granger for aiding the Vernal camp and urged swift plan approvals to relieve inland towns affected by defense programs.
Utah volunteers registered for civilian home defense reached near seventeen hundred as Governor Herbert B. Manninghstan praised the strong turnout. Final returns due in ten days. county councils yet to organize but all counties showed solid participation. defense week boosted support for national and state security.
Main and Penney host a Penny Serenade event ahead of Penny’s birthday week marking the ith anniversary of the Vernal Store. Cary Grant and Trene Dunne star in a comedy at the Main Theatre. Prizes in a penny-count guessing contest will be awarded at Penneys with tickets for Penny Serenade on sale. Penny Gerenode not clarified. Main to provide pennies for eligible seniors and others over 7 years. Manager J L Jones noted the Vernal store celebration and cake event for the company anniversary.
Misses Mre Geeter Fisher Mrs L J' Jespereon and Mrs HL A Reed with Mre William Alder and Mrm. Fo Mure ldock visited the area during the week of Bira. The party included Mrs GL Mip Miel and Minnie Davis from San Princisco Cal.
City and county officers chase a car theft wave after thieves take several unlocked vehicles in Vernal Heber and surrounding areas over four days. A black Chevrolet sedan owned by Gonder was stolen from Vernal and later found abandoned near Craig, with hub caps missing. Authorities urge residents to lock cars to curb further thefts and stress the burden of police calls amid ongoing searches.
Dr James W Stevens departed Tuesday for Salt Lake City to attend a seminar at the New House hotel for northern Utah draft physicians. The seminar list shows registrants and Dr Stevens is among the medical advisers for northern Utah.
A livestock auction sale will be held at the Uiitat Sales Yard east of town Saturday at 1 PM for cording to 7 G Alexander secretary of the associatinn. Over 100 head of cattle will be offered at the sale. The yard is operated by Duatd Gamobelt and Beefoes vain a ang Bitte cal Is ite ietaaset iets Wisighasth pet oh Irvin Bsy 5 eae Toe muted: Stringham. mee
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