Jensen Family Boasts 6 Service Men

 

 

Pres. Smith's Opening Conference Address ~~~ April 1947

These clips are partial and maybe not in be in  order.

However, it all gives us good history thoughts and instruction.

Andrew and Bertha Nielsen (Tanner) Obituaries

 

THE COW THAT KEPT HER COOL ~~~ Saga of the Sanpitch Volume 6

 THE COW THAT KEPT HER COOL

Mrs. Dorothy J. Buchanan

Richfield, Utah

Professional Division

First Place Anecdote

Since we were children, most of us have heard about the cow that jumped over the moon, but this cow I have in mind jumped under the moon---or that is, she fell into a cellar, back in those pioneer days, 115 years ago. My great-grandfather, Jens Larsen, came to Mt. Pleasant in 1859 and soon began to build his first house-- of necessity a slow process. He planned a two-room, block adobe house with a dirt roof and cellar. 

At first, only the north room was built, which the family occupied.

Then the cellar was excavated and Jens planned to build the south room on top of that.

Things went along smoothly until one spring day the valuable family cow strayed too close to the cellar and fell into it, but fortunately was uninjured.

Quite a hubbub ensued when friends and neighbors hurried to the spot to offer Jens advice as to ways and means he should employ to get the cow safely out of the cellar. 

The cow was heavy and the cellar was deep. 

How could they ever manage it?

They possessed no tools or mechanical devices to help them. 

But as pioneers were noted for their ingenuity and skill in many things, there was always a way! 

The men simply threw piles of hay and straw into the cellar until it was high enough for Bossy to walk calmly out. She was the only one who had not been excited!

Rigby and Hafen Wedding Announcement ~~~ 1966

 

CITY HALL DEDICATION 1939 ~~~ Researched, Compiled and Updated by Tudy Barentsen Standlee

 

BASKETBALL GIRLS OF 1909 (shared by Betty Woodbury) from our archves

 

Moroni Elementary (unknown year)

A new facebook post from "I Grew Up In Moroni"; posted by Garth Kendall

 

North Sanpete High School (old) ~~~Researched and Compiled by Tudy Barentsen Standlee

 

DAN ANDERSON ~~~ MAYOR OF THE MONTH

Dan Anderson
former mayor 

Dan Anderson served as interim Mayor after Mayor Dave Blackham in 2017, and  Sandra Bigler resigned as Mayor in 2018. We have tried to get more details to no avail. 

Anderson served as the Mt. Pleasant City Power Superintendent for 28 years,

 where he had the responsibility to budget the department’s money,

 create and complete projects, and maintain and improve the power system. Several of the projects were to construct the

distribution line around town,

 have two more power plants built, and extend power into two resorts. The projects generated or saved money for the city.

In addition, he helped organize the Public Power Superintendents Association which developed a training school for Utah linemen. Currently, he serves as a volunteer on the Mt. Pleasant Senior Citizen board and his church.

“My goal is to continue to maintain and upgrade the city power system, support family recreation programs, keep our parks clean and in good repair, sustain and support the rodeo and ball programs for our youth, maintain and improve roads and irrigation, encourage better ways to conserve our water supply and usage. I would also encourage events and business growth, which will help folks find employment in our city. I feel my experience helps me understand some of the problems the city faces and it also helps me in supporting the employees of the city,” Anderson said.

Anderson was raised in Ephraim   He is married to Carolyn Anderson. The couple have six children, 21 grandchildren and one great-grandson. The Andersons have loved raising their children in this beautiful community.

SOME INTERESTING DISCOVERIES shared by Larry Staker

 

Supporting Our Armed Forces (from our archives)

 

James and Emma Bulkley Gottfredson ~~~ Pioneers Of The Month ~~~ September 2023

James and Emma Bulkley Gottfredson

 

Mt. Pleasant Pyramid

June 21, 1929

 Reunion of Gottfredsons Well Attended 

Richfield Reaper September 3, 1931

 “More than 200 members of the Gottfredson family attended the reunion held here recently at the call of Peter Gottfredson, the well known pioneer and Indian war veteran, who is now completing a history of the family, dating back 120 years. The crowd consisted of three families from California, two from Nevada, one from Wyoming, three from Idaho, and a number from Utah. The young old man who financed the entire affair, at a cost of around $250, said with enthusiasm, ‘I surely have had my money’s worth,’ and expressed satisfaction in bringing the large family together.” “The reunion started Saturday evening when all members of the family located at the camp on the county fair grounds, met for a general social. Sunday morning the various wards were visited, and in the afternoon the family organization was effected as follows: J.E. Gottfredson, president; Merrill Gottfredson, general secretary; Adell G. Jensen and Estella P. Poulson, assistant secretaries, representing two branches of the family; Mrs. Anna Waltamer, vice president of the first branch, and Chester Allen, vice president of the second branch. Bylaws, rules, and regulations were adopted. Dr. D.B. Gottfredson acted as master of ceremonies for the meeting, following which Mrs. Adell Jensen conducted a program. Mrs. Edith Rasmussen led community singing. An original song, ‘Howdy-do,’ by Merrill Gottfredson was sung by the entire crowd. Members of the family who took part in musical numbers during the two-day’s reunion were Bishop E.L. Swalberg of Gunnison, Uhlan Swalberg, Merrill Gottfredson and Mrs. James Bradfield, Mrs. Merrill Gottfredson, Miss Carol Swalberg, Mrs. Josephine Brower, who was assisted in an Indian costume song by Reed Rasmussen, Doyle Shaw, Kenneth Gottfredson, Melba Brower and others; Reed Rasmussen, Leda Dalby [Reva Dalton’s aunt] of Leadore, Idaho, Maxine and Beth Orrock and Laurel Jensen. Delora Payne of Aurora, Ruth Hansen of Salt Lake, Carrie Allen of Circleville and Joan Brower entertained with readings. Speakers were Peter Gottfredson, Reva Dalton of Salt Lake, President J.E. Gottfredson and the oldest member of each family: Anna Waltamore of Salt Lake, Mrs. Ruth G. Urie of Cedar City, Conrad Payne of Aurora and Mrs. Addie G. Barney of Salt Lake. Prayers were by Lewis Jensen and Jacob Dastrup. Mrs. Estella Poulson gave sentiments of appreciation of the efforts of Peter Gottfredson in arranging the reunion, which was followed by nine rahs for Peter, led by Bishop Ernest Swalberg. Mr. Gottfredson delighted the crowd with a reading, ‘The Bumble Bee,’ and a song, ‘Courting in the Kitchen.’” “After a program Monday, the crowd went to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Andrew Rasmussen and were treated to Danish Beer ‘like Grandma Gottfredson used to make,’ and cake. In the evening a free dance was held at the Rendezvous. Tuesday the camp was broken up, many going to Fish Lake and others to visit in the homes of relatives the rest of the week.