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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 26, 1916
Page
2
The Shindard, An Independent Newspaper published each evening with care and reliability. This compact notice reflects the paper’s ongoing commitment to timely local reporting.
A mountain climber proposes multiple auto routes to overlook Ogden. One feasible path would run from North Ogden canyon along ridges to St Asatte, then Jump Off canyon, above Ogden canyon, to Lewis camp and the Hermitage area. The plan envisions tourism and scenic vistas above the valley.
A clipping from the Herald Republic claims Weber County can be bonded for $59,000 under new valuation, with the state bond limit at 2,860,000 and federal aid rules for permanent roads. The piece argues for extensive hard surface roads funded by state and county bonds, noting long-term value and competition with railroads.
The article argues for full consultation and fair sharing of outlays across the state and warns against wasteful spending. It notes the risk of excessive bonding linked to higher property valuations and stresses early reforms to avoid a slide into easy money and public currency concerns.
An Utah civic group warns against allowing beer and wine service in cafes to midnight. They cite recent safeguards on saloons and praise local food gains while urging officials to resist expanding late hours. Charters C Richards lauds public stance and calls for vigilance against perceived moral backsliding.
The Pittsburgh Leader notes a lengthy delay in legal action over workmen compensation cases, highlighting a clash between federal compensation law and state acts. It argues the issue awaits Supreme Court guidance on jurisdiction, delaying benefits and harming injured workers.
The piece critiques Congress and state lawmakers for enacting rival laws that cancel each other, harming injured railroad workers by denying benefits. It laments lawyer politicians failing to align social welfare aims, calling their conflict a blunder worse than crime.
Nannie Owens of Ave N announces delegation to attend the fiftieth annual encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic as delegates from the local G A F R corps auxiliary to Dix Logan post and the Ogden auxiliary, with contact today via Union Pacific.
The Civic League held final judging on parking, gardens, and vacant lots with judges named including Mrs. Darker and Mrs. Porter, prizes to be awarded September 9 at 10:30 a.m. at Burton Implement Co. Also reports a June society meeting, a Pretty Event of the Week by the Women’s Relief Corps Thimble Club, and a large informal dance hosted by Misses Wattis for upcoming weddings in Otton society circles.
North Ogden residents recount a lawn and parlor reception in honor of Annis E. Blaylock Johnson, who wed Clarence F. Johnson in Salt Lake Temple. Guests included local officials and families. the couple will reside in Idaho Falls where Johnson teaches agriculture. Other notes mention Timothy C. Hoyt, Republican committees in Ogden, and local political figures.
Peter Visger, the Ogden light-heavyweight, returned from Salt Lake City after a circus bout with The Terrible Turk Hussane. Visger challenged Hussane to a rematch in a flare bout after the circus, and promoter Jack Curley noted the match might follow the circus finale.
City clergy and civic leaders urge re screening of the famed film Where Are My Children at the Orpheum. Manacer Goss policy brings back the one day engagement next Wednesday for matinee and evening shows amid debate over birth control themes and national board review rejection.
Lisa Ellen Thomas will speak before the First Ward Parents Association on Sunday August 27. Her subject is The Influence of Music to the Home. She will be assisted by Miss Carrie Drowning. Everyone welcome. New menting house Thirty Bird and Grant.
World markets report a weekend stock surge tempered by railroad labor strife fueling anxious speculation. Initial downbeat quotes give way to late steadiness with notable shifts in United States Steel and several heavy industry issues. Omaha livestock and cattle receipts rise as traders monitor coal and copper shares and the Last Bale list tracks numerous American firms.
Chicago grain quotes show wheat futures softening after a brief advance as profit taking appears to pressure December and January contracts. Canfor reports of a Canadian rail survey hint at stronger crops, while oats and pork futures show limited activity amid market nervousness and early strength fading.
Trading ends with wheat prices at the day’s low and a weak close. The market shows further selling with prices down 7 to 26 cents from yesterday. The coin close declines 1 to 7 cents as buyers retreat.
Summary of the Utah market activity on Aus bat 26, 1916. Trading featured gains and active movement across several mining and industrial issues with large blocks changing hands. Notable price shifts occurred in Daly Judge, Tintic Standard, South Hecla, and Altia companies as the open board showed strength while the private wire listed numerous bids and asks from J. A. Hogle & Co. brokers.
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