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Clint Bailey
Hello Everyone,
I wanted to alert you that the Marriott Library's Utah Digital Newspapers Database has just completed the digitization of the Provo Herald/Daily Herald from 1909 - 2009. A massive effort. I posted previously that the Springville Herald from 1924 - 2008 can also be found in the Database. It's an exciting keyword-searchable resource for those of us with roots in Utah County. I've tested the database searchability. Of course, my test centered on the Springville Herald in the 1960's. A walk down memory lane.
It was great seeing everyone at the 50th reunion dinner. My Lyft driver was also a class of 1969 graduate (what are the odds). Funny conversation. He commented that he wouldn't pay the money to see people he couldn't stand. I told him a person and/or persons in my class picked up the tab. Very generous by the way.. I reminded him that it's been a half century and he should attend. He asks me if I remember everyone and was I popular. I say I remember most people and not real popular but why would that dissuade me from going. He says I guess you're right we could be dead. Happy guy. I say, very good point.
The Memorial Hall was an excellent location. Could almost hear the song, "Stand By Me". Hunting that slow dance at the end of the night which rarely came my way. But hey, the live music was a real treat. Loved the MH dances.
My mother is in her 90's and still lives in the same house. Given her advanced age, I plan to double my visits. I've taken her grocery shopping on a few occasions. Perhaps will cross paths with one of you still living in the area. That would be very cool.
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