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Utah Since State: Historical and Biographical. Volume IV

At Moab, November 14, 1912, Mr. Balsley was married to Miss Jessie Trout, who was born January 19, 1892, a daughter of Thomas and Lizzie Trout. Her father is a prominent stockman of Moab and her people are prominent in this section of the state, being well satisfied with Grand county and its promising future. Mr. and Mrs. Balsley have one child, Carol E., born in Moab, October 7, 1913.

The religious faith of Mr. Balsley is that of the Baptist church, to which he loyally adheres, Fraternally he is identified with the Independent Order of Odd Fellows and with the Woodmen of the World. His political allegiance is given to the republican party, which he has supported since age conferred upon him the right of franchise. He is now serving on the school board and is also a member of the county library board. Every plan that has to do with the promotion of public welfare receives his endorsement, cooperation and support. He is a believer in the future of this section of the country and is fast becoming an important factor in the work or development and improvement here. His entire life has been actuated by high ideals and since starting out for himself he has made wise use of his time, talents and opportunities. He is yet a young man for whom undoubtedly the future holds much in store. While reared in the east, he recognized that it was the great and growing western country that held out chances for business advancement and achievement, and therefore he made his way to this section. His service as government ranger acquainted him with the possibilities of Utah and its natural resources, and turning his knowledge to good account, he is now a valued factor in the financial and agricultural circles of Grand county.