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Show The Times, Vol 14, No. 33. RELIGION CLASS Nephi, Juab County. Utah Friday, October 19tlv 1923. ALL PLOWING IS CLUB ENDORSE PLANS MOST BENEFICIAL CONVENTION FOR PEA FACTORY F. Bracken, Supt. Nephi Experimental The most important tillage opei- - By Aaron Three Sessions To Be Held ivleeting ounday Afternoon For General Public By fiction o the Church Board of Education, next Sunday, October 21st has been set aside tor the holding of the Religion Class Convention in Juab Stake. There will be three sessions as follows: il'to 11 a. in. Meeting of Stake Board of Education, Stake Superintendent, and Stake Secretary. 11 a. in. to 12.30 p. m. Meeting of Slake Board of Education, Stake Superintendent, Stake Secretary, Ward Board of Education, Principals, Secretaries, and Instructors. 2 p. m. to 3.30 p. m. General meeting in the Stake Tabernacle, under the direction of the Stake Board of Education in the interest of the Re ligion Class Work. As there will be no meetings in any of the wards Sun day afternoon, a general invitation is extended to all members to attend the afternoon session in the Tabernacle. The following subjects will be taken up: 1st. What the Religion Classess Ha 1st. What the Religion Classes Have Done For Me. (Five minutes) Dry-Fra- m aUon on the dry-lanis plowing with the element of time the control- ing factor in the production of high or low yields. In a speech delivered by Dr. John A. Widtsoe several years ago the statement, was made that to leave all plowing on the dry-faruntil spring was a crime again st the owner of the land, God, and humanity. This forceful advice still holds according to results at the NeData which Station. phi Dry-Farhave accumulatel over a period of twenty years show no difference between fall and spring plowing pro viding the spring plowing is done within a period of ten days after th soil first scours free from the disk or moldboard. Later plowings, howla ever, show marked reductions yield with failure almost certain for land turned after the weeds and vol the unteer grain have dissipated moisture which has accumulated from the winter snows and spring Committee Reports On Advantage of Industry And Its BeneFarm Bureau Will Receive Supfit To Community 800 Acres To Supply Factory, port of Organization rains. ELECT DELEGATES SCHOOL NOTES After a week's vacation for the harvesting of apples, beets, etc, the ugh school students are back readv for work. A meeting was held Thursday morning for the purpose of giving the Student Body the facts about Rex Ostler, the Lyceum course. president of the organization, talked to the students about the course. Mr. Sperry vouched for the Seniors being back, of it. Mr. Johnson for the Juniors, and the Sophomores and Freshmen were represented by Mr, Glazier and Mr. Beagley. Then, to change the subject Mr. Durham spoke aboue the coming basket ball season "Nut Sed" .Meetings were held Thursday at poon by the Sopohinore and Junior Classes. The Sophomore class docid ed that every class member would buy a ticket for the Lyceum and also sell as many as possible. They also selected a committee to make a choice of colors to represent a proin- ineut Class In the school activities. The Juniors took up matters re lating to class fees class series, Ly and year book. will The class series of Basket-bal- l be played in the high school gymn ah! urn October 29th and 30th. Each class la looking forward with much enthusiasm with the expectation ot winning. All letter men are barred from this series ot games. Student The Nephi High School Body, backed by twenty five ot the local business men are bringing to Nephi this season, what 'promises to be one of the best Lyceum Course that hag ever been here. The course Will he given by the Red path Bureau and consists of five of their best at tractions, which will be given on the following dates: Werno Quartet Nov lth. Lenhart noted reader, Dec 6th. Van Brown Trio, January lath McFarrens Instrumental Quartet Feb 14th. Opie Read and High School Entertainment, dates to bo announ ced later. Opla Read, Is known by most of the people of Nephi through tb books he has written. He is consld ered one of the very best lecturers on the platform today. The sixth number will be unci the direction of Mr. Hood and will consist of the best talent in the The only cash outlay the farmer has is $12 per acre for seed and 75c per acre for planting. The average price the farmer receives is $65 per acre, leaving an estimated net profit to the farmer after allowing fair pri ces for all the work done of $25 to $30 per acre. The Pea Canning Factory at Eph- - ralm cost $50,000 and has a cap acity of 160 tons vines per day. A- mount of peas harvested 800 acres. The seasons run is six weeks and the total pack for 1922 was 63,000 cases. Most of the stock in the factory is owned by the farmers who are allow ed a planting of 1 V acres ror each share of stock held. Others holding stock sell their planting rights to farmers. The factory has never made less than 20 per cent on the investment and in 1922 paid a dividend of 25 per cent, and has prospects for even greater dividends for 1923. The question of factory operations was not gone into by the committee, but a survey ot this phase of the industry will be made in the future, but evidently a considerable amount of money is retained at home for operating expenses. In conclusion the committee reports that Nephi and vicinity has the right kind of soil and climate for the profitable production of peas for canning purposes. Our altitude and cool nights are suitable, and perhaps nearly ideal. Since the crop requires no irrigation after June 15th, we have plenty of irrigation waters to spread over more than enough lands to support a factory of 800 acre capacity. This section has the high water which can be very profitably utilized on this crop, and can get more out of this water by applying to this crop than any other, since the crop matures, practically before the high waters re cede. A net profit to the farmers ot this community ot $20,000 would go a long way towards paying taxes, and very likely a like amount would be distributed through the pay roll and expenses of factory operation. In the marketing of the products, the report shows that the markets are very particular and dislike to try new brand3. They adhere very tenacious, from ly to well established packs, factories with established reputations. The safest policy would be to have a new factory, supervised by a well established factory and have them act as the marketing agency, until such time as it would be safe to take that important part of the business over. The Farm Bureau Committee who have this matter in hand, expect to recommend to that organization measures that will project the pea growing industry and the establishment of a factory in this community. The committee from the Commercial Club will with the Farm Bureau, and the project will receive the united support of the Commercial Club as indicated as the meeting held Tuesday evening. LITERARY CLUB VERDICT OF Vice-Preside- nt m Most of the stubble on the dry- farms is ' left for turning under in spring here in the Great Basin. It is a physical impossibility to plow all ol this land with the period of time mentioned or within an extended period of two weeks. Under present By A Student. low prices for wheat the highest 2nd. What the Religion Class Have are necessary if pro yields Done For My Children.. (10 Minutes) ductionpossible costs are to be secured from A Mother. the land. On the Levan Ridge labor 3rd. Preview of the Year's Work on a twenty bushel yield are charges Stake Superintndent. $0.56 per bushel on a ten bushel 4th. Presentation of Religion Class The time of plow crop over $1.00. Authorities, General, Stake and Ward ing is usually responsible for much Presi Stake instructors. including of this wide variation. The solut dent. ion is obvious. Plow part of the land 5th. The Need and ""ethods of Re this fall leaving such an amount for ligious Education Represeniative of spring that this important operation the Church Board of Education. can be completed in the short period The musical program for these stated. meetings will be arranged for, under the direction of the Stake Board of Education. NEPHI HIGH At the regular meeting of the Nephi Commercial Club held Tuesday evening, in the club rooms, J. W. Whitmore, presiding, the report of the Commercial Committee, Mayor T. C. Winn, Chairman, on the feasibility of establishing a pea factory here was listened to with much interest by the members, and at the conclusion of the report the club went on record as heartily supporting the movement of the local farm bureau in their endeavor to have this industry established here. The report showed that peas thrive well and have a better flavor in higii altitudes where the nights are cool. They are adapted to a wide range of soils and do well on clay loams, such as we have in this valley. The Sanpete Valley peas have a better flavor than the Morgan County production, due presumably to the difference in altitude of 200 to 300 feet. The Wastach product, perhaps leads the state for high quality,, due to the high altitude and the cool nights during the growing season. Soil should be plowed in the fall of the year. It Is not necessary to have the land richly manured although a reasonable amount will give Lands should be increased yields. harrowed and leveled in the spring and planting done from ApriJ 1st to 15th. The pea crop does not require intensive cultivation of the soil as does some other profitable crops. The following is the method ot planting, irrigation and harvesting in the Sanpete Valley: Plant with specr ial drill, 6 inches apart and 3 to 4 inches deep. Lay off with shallow furrows with alfalfa "Go Devil." Ir rigate first as late as possible, allowing the plants to go upon the verge of suffering, or when the vines are shooting out the dingers. Irrigate second and third time two weeks a- part. Three irrigations will suffice for the maturity of the crop. Harvesting commences about July 1st. The cutting is done with a haymower and peas .are immediately forked into small piles, loaded on the wagons and hauled to the factory, or "Vinery" The harvest ranges for shelling. The from 5 to 10 loads per acre. farmer has no more responsibility after delivering his vines to the "Vin TO CONVENTION The Democrats of Nephi City held forth in the County Courthouse Wed nesday evening for the purpose of ele cting delegates to attend a convention evening, which convention will nominate a complete set of city officers to be voted for at the ..Municipal Election to be held A. V. Pyper Nov. 6tu, in this city. was chosen chairman of the meeting and A. B. Gibson secretary. The fol lowing delegates and alternates were elected: W. C. Andrews, N. A. Neil-soEarl Gadd, A. B. Gibson, A. V. Pyper, W L Hoyt, A H Belliston, A. V. Gadd, John Richardson, Stephen Boswell. Alternates: J. C. Hall, P. P. Christlson, Mrs. Sarah Hall, Miss Bertha McPherson, and Earl S. Hoyt. n, BOXING BOUTS AGAIN DRAW RECORD CROWD Over 400 boxing fans crowded the Emro Hall Friday night to witness the biggest headline boxing bill ever pulled off in this neck of the woods. The main event was between Jess Strtngham, "The Pride ot Sanpete" and Ed. Shepard, Salt Lake's "Big Boy." Six rounds ot good boxing was furnished by these fistic artists at the close of which, Shepard was de clared the winner oh points. Much enthusiasm prevailed during this aff air and local pride was at fever heat. Other bouts were between Stokes ot Box Elder County and Colson, of Fountain Green, which resulted In a Harold Ivies ot Scipio, was draw. given the decision over Bob Cart-wrigof Eureka. Gardner of Le van, and Louis Cartwright was de clared a draw. Promoter Powers is arranging for another headline meet next Friday night, October 26th at the Emro, between Frankle Butfington of Salt Lake, and Harold Ivies of Sclplo, and Percy Talbot ot Nephi, and Frankie Smitbert ot Salt Lake City. ht ery." MET TUESDAY The Ladies Literary Club met Tuesday evening at the home ot the President, Mrs. W. F. Brough. After the regular business was disposed ot the following program was render ed: A paper by Mrs. N. J. Ree, "A General View." Biography of Booth larkington by Mrs. C. W. Glazier. Some ot Booth Tarkington's Short Stories by Mrs. K. T. Cowan. The were present: following members Mrs. W. F. Brough, Mrs. E. R. Forrest, Mrs. C. W. Glazier, Mrs. J. W. Boud, Mrs. W. C. Andrews, Mr. N. J. Kees, Airs. Dennis Wood, Mrs. T. C. Winn, Mrs. II. T. Cowan, Mrs. P. B. Cowan, Mrs. J. W. Ellison, and Miss Neva Booth. MRS. HYKIM IUIOUGH HEADS STAIi LKGION At an enthusiastic meeting of the Service Star Legion members held Wednesday afternoon at the Commercial Rooms, Mrs. Hyrum Brough school. was chosen president of the organThis course Is costing the com ization for the coming year, this offimittee $550.00. Thvso numbers tak ce having become vacant when the en separate would cost from $50 to former president Mrs. D. O. Miner, $300.00 each. The committee has moved to California. Plans were arplaced the price of season tickets so ranged for a proper observance of low that everyone will be able to at- Armistice Day. tend. The students have planned to Mr. and Mrs. Laurence Blackett, make a canvass ot the whole town and place at least one season ticket returned to their home In Salt Lake here for a The price of lh this week after vlsitln In every borne. adult ticket will be $1.50 or 25c for cuupie ui weens uuring wnicn nine each attraction. They will be on I Mr. Dlackett harvested bis apple crop which he had here. sale Friday of this week. Adv. NOT GUILTY The case ot Nephi City vs Charles Stokes, in which the defendant was charged with having Intoxicating liquor in his posession occupied the time in Justice Cooper's court tor three days this week, the case going to the Jury last night, who found a verdict of not guilty. The case was prosecuted by City Attorney P. N. Anderson, assisted by County Attorney Hoyt, and the defendants interests were taken care ot by Attorney J. 11. McKnlgbt. The complaint was Ernest made by Night Policeman llrough. The jury was composed ot the following citizens: Willard Gar rett, Enos L. Jones, W. J. Sells and A. W. Clyde. KILLKJ) WHEN TRICK TLK.VS The News, Vol. 7, No. 20 KIWANIS LUNCHEON OUNTY BOARD HELD MONDAY The regular Kiwanis Club luncheon was held Monday noon at the Forrest Hotel. President Haymoud being chairman ot the meeting. The musical program consisted of two vocal selections rendered in fine style by Miss Mildred Ellison, accompanied by Miss Viola Worthington. The greater part of the business meeting was taken up in a discussion of the question of "trhy Don't Members Attend More Regular." Judging from the remarks of some of the Kiwanlans the opinion seemed to be general that a number of the leading citizens of the community were pass ing the buck or in other words tak ing very little interest in the welfare of the community. A special effort will be made in the near future it Is said, to have every member In good standing attend a meeting, at which time some definite understanding wil be arrived at in regards to attendance at the luncheon and membership duties in particular. REPUBLICANS ELECT DELEGATES The Republicans of this city held their primary Monday evening at the Courthouse, for the purpose of ele cting delegates to attend the City to Convention which meets name a ticket to be voted upon at the Municipal election to be held Nov 6th. Robert Winn, City Chairman, called the meeting to order, and Paul Booth, was elected secretary. The result of the primary showed the fol lowing elected as delegates: Mayor T. C. Winn, Dr. J. A. Booth, Malin Brough, Jesse Pay, W. W. Jen kins, Robert Winn, H. D. Golds brough, Dr. N. J. Rees, J. W. Scho field, E. R. Forrest, Mrs. Leah Chase, Paul Loom, Wilford Cole, George A. Sperry Jr., and Mrs. John S. Cooper. ht HOLD SESSION Reports of Officers Filed Petition of Playground Is Granted. Committee The regular meeting of the Juab County Commissioners was held Saturday there being present W). G. Orme, John Bunnell and Dr. Steele Bailey. Claims against the county after being duly audited were allowed and the clerk authorized to draw warrants for same. The report of fees received by county officials for the past month were approved. The report showed that the County Recorder has turned into the treasury $103.15, County Sheriff $7.50. and the County Clerk 85.10. The petition of the Nephi Play ground Committee of the Primary Association presented by Mrs. Eari Reid, asking for the benches now being used in the court room ot the County Court House be given to said committee for use at the playgrounds the when same are discarded by county. On motion of Com. Bailey, the petition was granted. County Assessor Taylor, was auth orized to engage a copyist to assist in the preparation of the tax blotters for 1924. The petition of the Nephi Co operative Marketing Ass'n, asking the county to pay the charges of inspection of crops being shipped from this county, such inspections to be made by a state inspector was granted. It was specified by the Board that such claims be tiled be the inspectors in the regular manner. After the transaction of some other minor business the meeting adjourned until the date of the next regular session. ROAD PAYSON-JUA- B PLANS APPROVED COMPLAINS OF POOR SERVICE The district office ot the bureau the of public roads has approved plans and specifications for the of the federal aid project extendug troni Payson to the Juab The county line in Utah County. state road commission will immediately advertise for bids for construction as soon as the county comm- issiners have secured the necessaryrights of way. It is planned to let the contracts this fall, in order to complete the grading and drainage structures in time to allow the grading to settle during the winter and early spring No concrete, however, will be laid until after the frost has thawed out of the ground. con-struct- &It. Charles Haynes, who returned home Tuesday from California, where he has beon visiting his children for some time, registered a kick against the poor railroad oorvice between Nephi and Los Angeles. In a state ment to the Times-New- s, he says he was compelled to return via Salt Lake City, owing to the California train being two hours late in arriv ing at Lynndyl, thus failing to make connections with the local to this city. He states that this kind of service is a detriment to people- who are unfortunate enough to reside be tween Salt and Lynndyl on the TJ P. System, and especially is this the case with patrons who make fre quent trips to Southern California Mr. Haynes,, is of the opinion that the people living south of Salt Lake are entitled to more consideration at the hands of the Union Pacific. LEAVES FOR TWO YEAR MISSION - MUTUAL PROGRAMS SUNDAY EVENING The following preliminary pro grams will be rendered at the M. I. A. meetings of each ward of the city next Sunday evening commencing at 7.30 p. ui. Mouth Mr. Marcus Burton, son of Judge and .Mrs. T. H. Burton, left this city Monday to fill a two year mission for the L. D. S. Church. His field of labor will be the Eastern States Elder Burton was a graduate of the Nephi High School last May, and has also been an active worker in the organizations of the ward In He leaves with which be resided. the bent wishes of a large circle ot friends for his success in the work to which he baa been called. Ward Vocal Solo .... Miss Mildred Ellsou Live Sparks Spencer Forrest Instrumental Selection, LeGrande Jenkins and Miss Viola Worthington. Miss Thelina Warner Reading Nci.M Ward Miss Alice Sowby Heading Vocal Solo Miss Erma Lunt Remarks "M. I. A. Slogan" J. E. Lunt Violin Solo .... Miss Verda Batchelor North Ward Piano Prelude .... Mitts Irene Tolley COURT ADJOURNED Tt'KTLK Vocal Solo .... Miss Vivian Peterson UNTIL NOV. 15TH Heading Miss Maurine Kendall J. M. Olson, 33 years of age ot Elberta, Utah, was killed last night Judge Burton, opened court here a few miles south ot Levan, when the Monday morning, but on account ot with having to go to Fillmore to continu truck, he was driving, loaded apples, turned turtle, crushing his the cession at that place he adjourn life out ot him. Three men from ed court here until November 15th Manti, who were following him a whi'B the present fall term will be short distance behind, stated that he continued. At this time several was dead when they arrived at the cases of local Interest will be heard truck. His body was brought Into Miss Victoria II. Christensen, Horn Nephi late last night by Sheriff V. V. Christlson, and taken to the mor Health Specialist ot the Utah Ag gue of Undertaker J. U. Down, to ricultural College, gave lectures tb await the arrival of relatives. pant wirk in Levan and Mona on child feeding. Owing to other ar Mrs. Mont TIdwell presented hei rangemenU Miss Chrigtensrn could husband with' a baby girl Sunday not give her lecture in this city durmorning. ing her present visit. Trio, Mrs. Diane G. Booth, Miss Mercl Goldsbrough. and Mr. R. U. Doriua Slogan and Scriptural Quotation, Miss Marion Pyper WM. BAILEY MEETS WITH ACCIDENT Wm. Bailey met with an accident Tuesday afternoon while riding a horse, the animal tailing on him, which resulted In Mr. Bailey's foot being crushed several bones being broken. The accident was a painful on and will In confining him to his home for several days. rult |