Concert-goers attending the Utah Valley Symphony spring concert last week heard Henri Temianka, internationally-known violinist, perform as featured soloist. But very few could have known of a little post-concert drama that took place at midnight with Mr. Temianka and Dr. Willard V. Loveridge, president of the symphony, as star performers. Here’s a hint: The violinist -despite… Continue reading The Show Must Go On – And Did In Spite of Virtuoso’s Toothache
Category: Provo History
Significant ‘Y’ Milestone
With its 100th commencement Friday, Brigham Young University took a long look at achievements of the past as it also viewed the challenges of the future. The historic commencement, and the opening of the Maeser Memorial Building cornerstone box the previous day, touched off a year-long centennial observance on the ‘Y’ Campus. History – particularly as… Continue reading Significant ‘Y’ Milestone
Real Christmas Is Within
There aren’t as many lights adorning homes and business places in the communities of Central Utah this year. But that doesn’t mean the internal light of Christmas shouldn’t burn as brightly as ever in all of us. True, there are multiple problems at home and abroad this year. There’s peace to be negotiated in the Mideast and… Continue reading Real Christmas Is Within
Lingering Thoughts of July 4, Bicentennial Events in Valley
A few of many lingering thoughts about the Bicentennial year Independence Day Celebration here: Seems to us an upsweep in patriotism was noticeable – partly attributable to the fanfare of the Bicentennial, but positive whatever the reason. The “Big flag” trend seems to have captured a great deal of attention in Utah and nationally. Tallest… Continue reading Lingering Thoughts of July 4, Bicentennial Events in Valley
Positive Merchant Attitude
Over the years, a number of downtown Provo rejuvenation proposals have fallen by the wayside because of negativism or lack of cooperation on the part of some businessmen or property owners. Thus, it was refreshing to note this past week that a group of merchants on University Avenue has petitioned the city commission to include… Continue reading Positive Merchant Attitude
Pioneer Day in Utah – ‘Oh Beautiful for Pilgrim Feet
Oh beautiful for pilgrim feet Whose stern impassioned stress A thoroughfare of freedom beat Across the wilderness These words from the second stanza of Katherine Lee Bates’ patriotic song “America the Beautiful” seem to catch the pulse and beat and spirit of the pioneers of this country’s frontiers. Miss Bates, a native of Massachusetts and late… Continue reading Pioneer Day in Utah – ‘Oh Beautiful for Pilgrim Feet
129th Provo Anniversary
What will the next 10, 25, 50, or 100 years bring for Provo? This question might be pondered, particularly by persons interested in future growth, as the city marks its 129th birthday anniversary. Yesterday was the anniversary date. It will be commemorated officially Wednesday by the Senior Citizens and the Sons and Daughters of the… Continue reading 129th Provo Anniversary
Provo Peak Vista, From Orem
The mountains rimming Utah Valley are especially beautiful in this season of the year, capped or brocaded with snow that glistens in the sun. Lone Peak, Timpanogos, Cascade … the string of peaks between Squaw Mountain and Springville … Sierra Bonita (also known as Mt. Flonette and Mapleton Mountain) … Loafer, Nebo at a distance, and… Continue reading Provo Peak Vista, From Orem
Provo Noting 136th Birthday
How did April 3 come to be designated as Provo’s birthday? That’s a logical question as the city commemorates its 136th anniversary. In a nutshell, the first colony of Mormon settlers sent to Utah Valley by Brigham Young reached Provo River April 1, 1949. After a day of exploring, they started to built Fort Utah… Continue reading Provo Noting 136th Birthday
Provo Will Recognize Volunteer City Boards
In Honor of Provo’s 136th birthday, the city will unveil a permanent recognition Wednesday to honor those citizens who have served, or are serving, as volunteer members of a citizen’s board. Entitled, “In Community Service,” the permanent recognition will be featured in a public ceremony at 7 p.m. in the city center, 359 W. Center… Continue reading Provo Will Recognize Volunteer City Boards