Rocky Mountain Packing plant destroyed by fire
A Saturday morning blaze destroyed the Rocky Mountain Packing Corporation plant at Forty-eighth South and First West streets. The fire gutted the factory and canned goods valued at over two hundred thousand dollars, aided by exploding cans as Murray City volunteers and Salt Lake County fire crews battled the flames. About 600 acres of pens valued at roughly $20 per acre, under contract, were also set to arrive, but their shipment could not be saved. the loss leaves about two hundred workers unemployed.
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Rocky Mountain Packing Corporation
Forty-eighth South
First West
Murray City Volunteer Fire Department
Salt Lake County
Sugar House Department
Salt Lake
Murray
Mountain Packing Car Plant Destroyed by Fire
Fire destroyed the Mountain Packing Car plant with only one nearby hydrant. Water was difficult to obtain, two lines were placed in Cottonwood Creek, and engines supplied the streams. Control was achieved at 7 30. Loss confined to the plant and one railroad car, with surrounding small buildings spared. Manager Miller says most losses are insured. Other factories will handle local crops while rebuilding, and Mayor Lester organized aid for firefighters. Skeleton of the wall and framework remained after the blaze.
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Cottonwood Creek
Union Waelfie
Vu, G. Miller
Murray
Indifference to Voting Threatens Republic Says Providence Plan
A critique argues voter apathy erodes democracy and suggests a historic Providence remedy. It cites low turnout, warns special interests gain influence, and proposes a compulsory poll approach via a town penalty. The piece likens the idea to 1633 Providence measures enforcing attendance at town meetings.
Death of Mrs Sarah Tixton Wheeler in South Cottonwood
Mrs. Sarah Tixton Wheeler aged 66 and a Taylorsville native died at her home in South Cottonwood on Thursday. Survived by husband Henry J. Wheeler and children William L. of Salt Lake Henry Wheeler Mrs J C Walker of South Cottonwood Mrs C Wiemen and Me Mark Barrett of Murray Mrs William Larson and Mrs R S Jacobs of Magna and Mrs J D Barrs of Holliday.
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Sarah Tixton Wheeler
Taylorgville
South Cottonwood
Henry J. Wheeler
William L
Salt Lake
Henry Wheeler
J. C. Walker
C. Wiemen
Mark Barrett
Murray
William Larson
R. S. Jacobs
Magna
J. D. Barrs
Holliday
Auld Lang Syne Serenade at Brotherhood Rite
A verse from the F O B Ai echoes a ceremonial vow as friends pledge fidelity. Hands join in a bond of loyalty and justice, urging speakers to honor absent brothers and strive for mutual aid. The poem counsels truth, duty, and shared burdens to strengthen the sacred brotherhood.
Poultry Pest Publication Shows Demand for Control Bulletins
Department of Agriculture notes high interest in poultry pest control with sixteen bulletins totaling nearly one million copies. Despite widespread adoption, farm and town flocks still suffer losses from lice and external parasites. Sodium fluoride dust or dip proves effective and safe when used as directed. Martha and Manda share a brief joke about a dream at the end.
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Department of Agriculture
Hee
Mitex
Fragmented Wise Cr and Cks text offers satirical musings
The piece parodies social prompts and political ideas with fragmented lines about progress, education, taxation, and voting. It features distorted phrasings and ironic quips on heroes, giants, patience, and public life, reflecting a humorous booth notes style.
Peterson seeks parole in murder case at pardons board
Petitions for clemency of one convict will be considered at the next pardons board meeting at the prison on Saturday June 16. Among the cases is Mrs Peterson who was sentenced to life on April 1 1927 by the Third district court for second degree murder in the poisoning of her two children last year.
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Board of Pardons
Peterson
Third District Court
Community Thanks For Help After Wyoming Fire
We extend heartfelt thanks to friends and neighbors for their kind assistance after the destruction of our home by fire in Wyoming. Your support during this ordeal is deeply appreciated.
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Wyoming
Gasoline Consumption Report From Utah Auto Association
A report shows total U S gasoline consumption reaching 10 2 million gallons, based on gross fuel usage and state tax data. The Utah State Automobile Association notes average car owners burned 458 gallons last year and highlights statewide consumption estimates by the Bureau of Public Roads.
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Utah
Tosted
Maeenchiertts
New York
Bureau of Public Ronis
Taken to hospital in serious condition for treatment
Friends of Joseph Tanner Sr of East 45th South street report he has entered St Marks hospital with high blood pressure and other complications. It is his third needed treatment, and well wishers hope for a speedy recovery.
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Joseph Tanner
East 45Th South Street
St. Marks Hospital
Tanner
Six Fire Protection Rules for Forest Fire Prevention
Public notice from the Utah State Automobile Association outlines six basic fire safety guidelines. Readers are urged to extinguish campfires completely, drown ashes, and pack down the ground around the fire. Do not leave fires unattended or burn tinder or brush in windy conditions.
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Rix
Utah State Automobile Association
An Engdlehota Morning Musings on Golf Ailments
A quirky note questions if golf cures every ache and wonders about sore feet while musing on the sport. The writer ponders the limits of sport as therapy and hints at the physical toll on players.
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J. T. Dwight
Iphone Murray
Tom Karas
City Hall
Waray Plumbing
Rocky
Mountain Packing Car
Lester
Salt Lake City
Republic
Shasta
Lassen
Vesuvius
New England Catacombs
Town of
Providence
Erant
Idaho
South State Yard
el Ugo
California
Alexandria
Hotel
Los Angeles
E. C. Eppley
Charles B. Hamilton
The
Ropley System of Hotels
Middle West
Hamilton Chain of
Pacific Coast
Morrison-Merrill Co
Phone Murray
King Coal
Hayes
Mgr
Murray Extension
Sarat P. Wheeler
Poultry Pest Publication
Martha
Manda
Hardscral
Ble Hill
Loftsnapville
Caleb
Yukon
Board of Education
Moses
Our Republic
Utah Agricultural College
Can
Uta
Cowles
Chicago
Bronson
Missouri
McCollum
Johns Hopkins
Port
Dana
Glenn Sr
Wop) Warner
Stanford
Forrest C Allen
Kaas
Leaf
Provo
Howmond
Utah Agricultural Logan College van
Albert Marriott
S. State
Fred Carlson & Co
A-1 Cleaning & Dyeing Co
Brinton Electric Co
Murray, Ut
Eagle
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