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Newspaper
Parowan Times
Location
Parowan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1933
Page
4
A 1926 parcel auction note lists a3 Second Class Mall Matter at Parowan Utah dated February 27 1926 with amounts $2.00 $1.10 and 25¢ 10¢ indicating charges or fees.
The Times reports strong public sentiment favoring developing more water supply instead of borrowing for meters. Readers express agreement that Paolotian needs water development, not immediate meter purchases, with protests unlikely unless meters prove absolutely necessary.
A columnist argues the current economy widens wealth gaps and prompts demand for a fairer system. They question existing prosperity levels of 1928 29 and note high executive pay versus worker hardship, urging drastic action if gradual reform fails. The mayor warns of city plans to drill wells and meter the town.
A fragment reflecting on a future achievement of greater equality. It suggests a distant milestone possibly spanning millennia, implying persistent effort and gradual progress across eras.
The New Era Times announces a new sequence of articles by Albert Marsden under the above heading. The first installment follows, opening a discussion on current economic questions for readers.
Paul M. Dunt of Utah State Agricultural College advises farmers to choose a windbreak or woodlot site and prepare ground this fall. Spring planting is preferred for small seedlings to reduce winter freeze risk, with 65 000 seedlings available next spring at nominal cost from the college nursery.
The Home Owner's Loan Corporation and Mayor van Decker urge local homeowners facing tax delinquency or property loss to apply for a one time loan. The city would gain from delinquent tax proceeds, while owners should act promptly to avoid forced sale or loss of equity. Local criminals and scams noted as risks amid broader push to preserve homeownership.
A Utah town considers municipal power and porch-light meters to deter crime. The piece notes hunting licenses, apple trees, harvest timing, and calls for reader feedback on Times editorials to better reflect public sentiment.
A Utah Farm Bureau telegram to Governor Tlood and Representative Robinson urges inflation controls. The piece argues inflation hinges on public behavior and government policy, cites historical episodes, and critiques paper money advocates, ending by noting Columbus Day on October 12.
The Utah Supreme Court will hear arguments Monday on the constitutionality of the Granger bill, which funds public works programs. A favorable ruling would allow Parowan to apply for funds to improve its water system and power plant, while an unfavorable decision would end the effort.
In the Fifth Judicial District Court Utah Iron County the estate of Joseph H. Lund deceased. Creditors must file claims with vouchers to Alfred W. Lund administrator at Faragonah Iron County or by mail by December 1 1933. Attys Morris and Matheson Cedar City Parowan Utah. Dated September 27 1933.
A joint resolution proposes amending Article 16 to add a section allowing the legislature to establish a minimum wage for women and minors and to regulate the comfort health and general welfare of all employees. The measure limits any constitutional constraint on the legislature's power to grant such authority and directs future enabling legislation.
A Utah state constitutional amendment proposes repealing Section 3 of Article XXII to abolish prohibition and regulation of intoxicating liquors. It calls for submission to voters at the next general election with formal duties assigned to the Secretary of State and effect dated January following canvass results.
On Friday September 29 a permanent county wheat production control association was organized at the courthouse in Pargwan with officers Morris Halterman Rasmussen parsgwan elected president vice president and treasurer respectively County agent Tueller secretary. Twenty five wheat producers signed applications for wheat allotment contracts as part of the National Recovery program. Also noted: Joseph Thompson of Hamilton Fort plans to fatten 600 turkeys for Thanksgiving on the Pacific Coast market and expects 15 to 18 pound birds.
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