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Show 1 A HOME PAPER FOR ! ! DEVOTED TO THE INTERESTS OF JUAB COUNTY HOME PEOPLE j Nephi, Juab County, Utah. Friday, April 11th, 1924. The Times. Vol. 15, No. 15. CLEAN TOWN M. HOWARTH SDPT STEWART TENDERS DRIVE OPENS PASSED AWAY RESIGNATION TO BOARD NEXT MONDAY LAST SUNDAY The News, Vol. 8, No. 15 SUPPORT OF MCNARY HAUGEN BILL IS URGED Resident of Utah For Over Campaign For Clean City To Active Campaign In Progress To Effect Passage of Farm Employed In This District For Fifteen Years Has AcceptBe Stressed During ComFifty Years Funeral. Ser er's Relief Bill T. C. Winn Will Visit Clubs of State ed Position With The Provo High School Teachers Week All Citizens vices Held Yesterday From ing In Its Behalf Favorable Action From Utah's RepreAsk For Increase In Salary Resolution Asking GovWard Meeting House. Urged To Aid Movement. sentatives Is Sought. ernment For Title To School Lands Passed. The Board of Education of Juab School District, met in regular session Tuesday evening. Present: Jas Garrett Jr., J. H. Lunt, Harry Foote, Lorenzo Mangelson, and Jos F. Newton. A resolution was passed by the Board which will be sent to each member in Congress from Utah, asking them to use their best efforts in securing legislation' that will assure to the State of Utah title o all school lands previously granted by the government. Supt. Stewart, .tendered his resignation to the Board as Superinten dent of the district effective July 1st, and asked to be released from the position, although his contract does not expire Until July 1st, 1925. President Garrett expressed regret at having Mr. Stewart sever his connection with the district, and wished him success in the new field of labor to which he Is going. Mr. Mangelsou also spoke along the same lines voicing his approval of the faithful work On of Mr. Stewart in the district. proper motion the resignation wasj accepted. A delegation from the Teachers Association met with the Board relative to an increase in the salaries of the teachers, and urging a maximum scale to which teachers could .work to, higher than the present figures paid. It was pointed out that this district is one of the lowest paid . In the State of Utah, for teachers salaries. It was also suggested that an increase in the tax levy of about, three fourths of a mill would take care of the proposed increase, providing the present revenues would not furnish sufficient funds to put the new schedule proposed into effect. At the conclusion of the remarks of the teachers, ther Board .ook the matter under advisement, and a special meeting is called for tomorrow night to determine what action will be taken on the petition of the teachers, also to arrange for the sending out of contracts for next season. NEPHI HIGH SCHOOL NOTES OF THE WEEK (By Lois Lunt Reporter) Six week exams were taken during the week. These are the last hams until the finals. Dr. A. A. Kerr, Dean of Western History at the University of Utah visited the Nephi High School Tuesday and met with the Seniors, the Faculty and the Student Body. Last night an excellent muscical comedy was given in the Venice Theatre. As usual the Seniors lived The play up to their reputation. was under the direction, of Miss Viv ian Peterson. The following devotional was given Wednesday by the Girls Athletic As sociation: Prayer Miss Langlois; Pantomines on Manners, Florence Chase, Erma Lunt, Florence Burton, Pantomines on Conduct, Bessie Pain ter, Asenath Grover, Mary Morgan Ruth Booth, Eessie Memmott, Mild red Sperry; Paper, "Table Manners' by Itha- Parkes. Two high school songs by Student Body conducted by. John Hood, accompanied by Lois Lunt. SCOUTS ENTERTAINED BY KIWANIS CLUB One hundred and twenty five Boy Scouts of Juab Stake, were entertain ed Wednesday evening at the high school gymnasium by the members o the Kiwanis Club. In addition to the scouts present, about 30 Kiawniana were also on hand, and to watch how the youngsters put it all over the old boys in the various contests was cer tainly lots of fun. Captain Durham was master of ceremonies and assist ed by the scoutmasters from the var ious wards of the stake, he kep things rolling in high gear through out the evening. At 10.30 p. m. the boys were lined up and finished up the nights entertainment with "Weenie and Roll" prepared by 20 0 committee from the Kiwanis. weenies and rolls were provided which were all cleaned up Everyone present expressed themselves highly pleased with the evening's jamboree. LOCAL GUARD UNIT TO BE INSPECTED The annual inspection for the year of Battery E, of the 145th Field Artillery will be made Tuesday, April 22nd by Mayor John J, Waterman, field artillery The Inspection is required annually under section 93 of the natloal defense act, and those who will have of the charge of the inspection National Guard units are besides. Major Water, Lieutenant Colonel C. A. Dougherty, calvary; Major S. C. corps. Each of Gurney, medical these officers arel In charge of various branches of the One Hundred and Fourth Division. CONJOINT SESSIONS Blt-ne- BASEBALL DIRECTORS TO BE HELD At a joint session of the officers of M. I. A. held April Tth, It was decided to discontinue the weekly meetings in the wards aftef next Sun-aApril 13th. Commencing April 20th, the first conjoint session will be held In the Tabernacle, the program to be furnished by the North Ward M. I. A ; Sunday April 27th, the conjoint session will be held In Levan,, the Nephi Ward furnishing the program, On Sunday, May 4th, the meeting will be held In the Tabernacle, the Levan Ward M. I. A giving the program. Sunday My 11th, Mother's Day program In the Tabernacle. Sunday May 18th, conjoint session In Mona, program furnished by the Nephi South Ward. Sunday. May 25th, Mona will give the program in the Tabernacle Sunday. June 1st, closing program given by the Stake Boards In the Tabernacle. the y, AGAIN RENEWED Work on the Main Street paving In this city was commenced again yesterday by 'the Wasatch Grading Co. On account of winter the work closed down last fall with the job only half It will take about six completed. weeks to finish the contract to the southern limits of the city it is although if a period of stormy weather should develop It may take a longeitlme than this. With the completion of the present contract this city will have a paved highway along the entire length of Main Street, a distance of 1 4 mlls. d, Mr. E. L. Miller, who has been wlt'i C Penney Company for the past four years, will leave Nephi about July 10th, for Fredrlikstown, Maryland, where he will become the manager of a new store the company In opening In that Hty early in July. Kredfrlcktown, is a proHperoti manufacturing city of about twelve thou-aiiinhabitants. Mr. Miller has nwde many friends during his stay fieri who will regret to see him leave. the J. meeting of the directors of the local baseball association was held In the Commercial Club rooms Wednes day evening. It was decided at this meeting to hold a series of dances in order to raise funds to pay the expenses which will be necessary on entering the Central Utah League. The first of these dances will be night, April 12th at given the Arlington. Every loyal baseball fan is expected to lend their support la order to make the dance a success financially. J. M Towers, was chosen as business manager at the meeting, but the field manager was not selected, s It Is desired to know what players are going to join the team before this position is filled. rt NEW SERIAL STORY STARTS THIS ISSUE The firs' innallment of the new serial story "Viola Gwyn" by the TKACHKK MARK! KM famous author George liarr McCutch- pon, starts In this Issue of The This story Is one of Miss Marlia Cannon, who was em- the best that has been published In ployed In the local high school for this paper for a long time and is one a couple of years, wns recently mar that will appeal to lover of good K)liMi:it IIK.II H1IOOI, Times-New- ried to Mr. Newell Josnphson of Brigliam City, Utah. Miss Cannon who was a very popular teacher during hT stay In this city will have the hearty good wishes for her future happiness from a host of friends here. Next week fiction. Mr. iMcCutcheon Is the author of "Rrewsters Millions" and "Grauslauk" two widely read slorlen. and Viola Gwyn" Is equally as good It Is said. Tho opening number con tains the prologue and one chapter of the story. " commencing Monday April 14th has been designated as "Clean Town Week' bv a proclamat ion of Mayor Thomas Bailey. Tho movement has the support of all the tivc, suciui, ana rengious organizat ions in the city. During next week a determined effort will be made to make Nephi a clean city from ever standpoint as it is felt that such a condition is the best advertising a community can have Along the same line an active cam paign win be made for a "Paint Up Campaign" especially in the business district. Such a campaign is a asset to the town, located as wegreat are on the Zion Park Highway with th i prospect of the 1924 tourist travel to Southerns Utah all breaking records. Well painted busines, houses attract attention and invite business. From an advertising view point it is the best investment that can be made. Sunday afternoon at 3.30 p. m. in tne Commercial Club rooms. Mayoi Bailey wishes to meet the member of all the civic and social clubs in order to have the plans for the drive definitely understood, and to discusj the best means of putting it over tvery person interested in a "Spic'i and Span" clean city should be there ARENTS-TEACHER- S TO CURTAIL SOCIALS The McNary Haugen bill now before Congress is receiving the hearty support of the Utah State. Farm Bureau, which has suggested to all the County and local organizations that letters or telegrams endorsing same be sent to all members of the Utah Congressional Delegation at Wash, ington, D. C. and urging their f till support of same. The Bureau has al so arranged with T. C. Winn, of Ne phi, who was active in the deveolp-meof the bill and Its support before the Agricultural Committees at Wash Ington, to consult with the various Commercial and civic organizations and clubs of the State In an endeavor to get their endorsement and have them call the attention of our repre- -' sentatives in Congress to same and re quest their favorable action. The following series of questions and answers in relation to the measure are being sent out: 1. What is the purpose of the Mckary Haugen Export Bill? To make the purchasing power of the farmers dollar equal to the other man's dollar. 2. How will it accomplish this purpose? By establishing an export agency to handle wheat and other major farm and livestock products under regulations that will maintain priced so as to give farm products a fair exchange with other commodities. 3. Does this mean the Government is going into the general Farm Marketing business? No, the export agency would oper- An important meeting of the par ents and teachers was held Wednes- ay afternoon In the high school uilding to hear and discuss the re port of the committee appointed some time ago, by the school people, to confer with the Stake Recreational Committee in relation to the social activities. J. M. Christensen was iu charge of the meeting and James V. Paxman gave a report after which a The general discussion took place. parents and teachers were united and emphatic in their statements that too many socials are being held, especially in the middle of the week thus intereferlng with the progress of School children. It was pointed out by representatives from the schools that unless students remain at home and apply themselves more diligently to their work the remainder of the school year many would fail to rece ive promotion and bring about ad ditional expense to the taxpayer and other complicated school adminlst ratlve problenjs. The committee con. sisted of James W. Paxman, J. E. Lunt, and ,Mrs. Wilford Cole were directed to confer with the Stake Presidency with an appeal to curtail The school people Church socials. By virtue of, the authority vested also pledged themselves to eliminate as far as possible school socials. in me as Mayor of Nephi City, ate through the already established hereby designate next week from machinery and channels, and would April 14th to April 19th as "Clean function as a buyer only when necTown Week" and call upon every WEEK'S NEWS ITEMS essary to maintain proper prices, citizen of this community to aid in which would be done by buying the the appearance of our city improving surplcs and taking same off the dom. LEVAN FROM by cleaning the rubbish from their esiic market. lots and in front of their place of re 4. Will it destroy marsidence. Especially do I urge that the keting? weeds and accumulated Tubbish be Mrs. Olaf Johnson elaborately en- It will encourage removed from Main Street, and un ter'ained a number of her lady marketing by assisting sightly fences be repaired or taken friends. Monday afternoon, the oc associations in a task which it is imdown in order that tourists passing casion being her birthday anniver possible for them to accompl'sh withthrough our city will gain a good sary. Many Deauurui ana useiui out such aid. The fol 5. What effect will it have on the impression of us in this regard. presents were given her. also call upon all civic organizations lowing were' served a delicious lunch Millers? to support this movement to the ful Mrs. Annio Jackman, Mrs. D. Bosh, It will relieve Millers from the lest extent, that our town may be Mrs. Florence Sorenson, Mrs. Doris danger of serious price fluctuations, beautified and Its appearance impro Warner, Mrs. Neils Schow, Mrs. .E. due to speculations or other causes. ved to the end that It will' reflect W. Peterson, Mary Pierce, Mrs. Alary 6. How will it effect the prices of to our credit as citizens of Nephi. Sherwood, Mrs. May Wank er, Mrs. farm products? THOMAS BAILEY Chas. Painter, Mrs. Mlrven Bosh, It will increase present prices for Mayor of Nephi City Mrs. E. G Bosh, Mrs. Helen Benedict, wheat 40 to 60c a bushel; hog prices Dated April 10, 1924. Miss Merie about 40 per cent, cattle about 3G Mrs. Hiima Sundvall, Bosh, Miss Pearl Pierce, Mrs. Chris per cent etc. Mrs. 7. Will it increase production? Hermansen, and the hostess MUTUAL PROGRAMS Johnson. It very likely will, but not more A PROCLAMATION SUNDAY EVENING HOLD MEETING A WORK ON PAVING esti-mae- Moroni Howarth, a highly respect ed citizen of this community passed away at his home here Sunday even inc. following an illness of several months duration. Mr. Howarth was born in Manchos. ter, England, August 2nd, 1856 and was 67 years of age at the time of At the age of twelve his death. years, he emigrated to Utah with hu parents and has made his home In this state ever since. Early in life he came to Nephi, and was joined ti marriage 43 years ago to Miss Eliza Schofield, who with the following children survive him: Mrs. Mattie Vlckers, Miss Mabel Howarth of thi3 William Howarth, George city. Howarth of Salt Lake City, James Howarth, Nephi Howarth, and Mrs Henry Svedin. of Magna. Utah. He is also survived by one brother, Mr Nephi Howarvh of Salt Lake City. Mr. Howarth was a man of sterl ing honesty and integrity, and was respected bv all who knew him. The sympathy of the people of this city is extended to the family in the loss of husband and father. Funeral services were held from the South Ward Meeting House yes terday afternoon. Bishop Belliston being in charge. The opening prayer was offered by Bishop Thomas Bailey, The speakers were: J. D. Pexton J. R. Black, President T. D Rees and the closing remarks by Bishop Belliston. Each speaker spoke words of consolation to the bereaved family and dwelt upon the good life the de ceased had always led in the com munity. rendered Musical numbers were by L. P. Anderson and Mrs Ed. Car ter. "I Know That My Redeemer Solemn Sweetly' Lives"; "One Thought" by Mrs. Allie Belliston and a duet by the Cole Sisters, "Beaut! The bene ful Isle of Somewhere." diction was given by Joseph Green halgh. Interment took place In the City Cemetery, the grave being dedicated by W. J Adams of Eureeka. The pall bearers were members of the Seven ties Quorum of Vhich the deceased was a member. Beautiful flowers covered the casket. The following attended the funeral from out of town: Mr. and Mrs. Nephi r, Howarth, Mr. and Mrs. Hoffman Mrs Harold Reynolds, and little daughter Marion of Salt Lake City. Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Adams of Eureka, Mr. John Aagard, and Miss Lizzie Ostler of Fountain Green. nt 1 . Bishop E. P. Peterson, Legrando Mangelson, and Mrs. Helen J. Hansen were in Salt Lake attending Conefer- fcnee the latter part of the week. than profitable prices for farm products secured by any other mean would do, and profitable prices must. be obtained unless American Agrlcul. ture is to perish. 9. Is it fair to other industries? Exactly. Under the bill the price of farm products would Increase only as prices of other commodities increased. A reduction of other prices would immediately be followed by a decrease In the prices of farm pro- The following preliminary programs will be rendered in the wards of this Hilma Sundvall, delightfully enter city Sunday evening, commencing a tained a number of her lady friends 7.30 p. m. Sunday afternoon at the home of her A dainty sister Mrs. E. Gv Bosh. MOUTH WARD luncheon was served to the followMorten- - ducts. Florence Chase ing: Inez Mangelson, Jennie Reading venetta Merle sorensen, sen, Bosn, .. Mildred Ellison Vocal Solo The bill is being considered by Current Events Wanda Garrett Eudean Sorensen, Pearl Pierce, and Congress now. If you favor its passSundvall. hostess Mrs. the Cornet Solo Louie Henriod age, please wire or write your Senators and Representatives requesting Mrs. Leo Hansen of Lehi, Utah, I their active support of same. Do it NORTH WARD vsisiting at the home of her parents now! Tomorrow may be too late. week. this Instrumental Selection, Paul Grace and Roy Lomax. Mr. Ed. Malmgren, went to Salt MINE DISASTER Vocal Solo Vivian Peterso He will be away a- Lake Tuesday. DRIVE LAGGING Piano Duet, Retta Sperry and Iren a week. bout Tolley. Nelda Belliston Reading and Felton Joseph Hickman, According to the committee who Christensen were home visiting for i have the Castlcga'.e Relief Fund In NU'IU WARD of days. couple hand, the response from this city has been very poor to date. In fact the Violin Solo Clarence Burto Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Bosh. Mr. and Reading Virginia Grove Mrs. Marion Christensen visited In turn so far subscribed has been almost nothing compared with the imVocal Duet, Mrs. K. M. Greenwood Salt Lake the past week. portance of tbe relief needed. It ia and Mrs. T. I). Davis. the Intention of the committee to Mrs. Gean Jackman, entertained make a canvass of the business distNext Wednesday evening the Corn the M. L. S. Club Wednesday even rict the latter part of the week in an inercial Club will give a social dan lng. Lunch was served. effort to stimulate a more liberal clng party to the . members, the! subscription list from this side of the entertainChristensen Mrs. Marlon wives and sweethearts at the Armor county. ed the SoroKia Club Thursday afterHall. noon. Attorney Henry Adams Is down Mr A. F. Bracken, Superintendent The stork left a fine baby girl at from Rexburg, Idaho, this week atof the Experiment Station, received the home of Mr. and Mrs. Arvll Wan. tending to some legal business here, his .Master's Degree recntly from th kler this week. and shaking hands with old friends Mr. Bracken Agricultural College. A number of young people surprishas worked hard to attain this posi Mr. and Mrs. A. V. Hague, are ed Douglas Shepherd Monday evening ion In his chosen profession and th him on the sue It being his birthday. Everyone had down from Salt Lake visiting with relatives here tor a couple of days. a delightful time. cess that has attended his efforts. s |