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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1916
Page
10
A German light cruiser reportedly broke through a British cordon in the North Sea after a ship captain said his vessel was held up and examined in the Atlantic. The captain asserted the ship is not a converted merchantman but a regular light cruiser.
Petrograd reports Russian and Romanian forces facing pressure in Walachia. Russian left flank withdrawals shift lines eastward while Teutonic forces in the Patna valley suffer losses. Greek tensions and Entente concerns in Macedonia amid Ranger maneuvers, with Danish steamship Sigurd sunk and other wartime developments noted.
The German government plans a reply to the Belgian protest regarding the deportation of Belgian laborers. Secretary Grew is cited on the American Embassy representations. The exchange follows a Belgian protest through the Spanish government and touches on employing unemployed Belgians in Germany with careful, accurate application.
Freilin Dec 3 29 p m Via Lower dot Pec 9 6 30 pm The German answer to the American inquiry regarding the sinking of the Seebeck has been dispatched in Washington The Seebeck was steaming without debts or any indication of its nationality near a hostile naval port with no way to distinguish it from an enemy warship No details on the sinking have been received in Washington and shipping reports do not list the Seebeck The reference may refer to an October 20 German admiralty statement about the armed British transport steamer Sedek sunk by a German submarine on October 12 in the Mediterranean The Seebeck is identified as a 4607 ton gross vessel built at West Hartlepool in 1909 and is the ship in question
A sharp fall in cotton prices sparked heavy liquidation in New York, with March contracts sliding to about 18.60 and losses near 14 points from recent highs. The market showed mood swings as rallies emerged but selling pressure remained strong, creating nerve and unsettled trading late morning.
Washington dispatch reports Bax Thelan of the National Association of Railway Commissioners telling a congressional investigating committee that railroads are in a hysterical pessimism and must stop criticizing public regulation. He urges railroads to focus on supplying cars, equipment, terminals, and extensions essential to the public need, accusing them of exaggerating their influence and seeking federal ownership. He notes railroads carry a large share of interstate commerce across most states.
A Petrograd despatch cites Novos Vremya condemning Entente conduct toward Athens during Constantine’s war with the Allies. The report accuses Athens government and court of being enemies to Russia in Merkel’s service, questioning continued recognition of authorities in Athens amid German influence.
Judge Bagley states the November price rise on coal was unlawful and coordinated by mineowners and dealers. He cites Utah law against price fixing, urges enforcement, railroad demurrage reforms, and creation of a Public Utilities Commission to regulate transit, pricing, and ensure penalties for violators. He cautions the legislature to act seriously and promptly.
Chicago dispatch notes renewed tension in Washington over German submarine attacks. The wheat market rose this week on large export sales for December delivery, lifting prices vs last week. Corn advanced 1 3/4 to 2 1/2 cents for the week.
A brutal, possibly robbery or revenge killing occurred at a railroad camp near the Wasatch tunnel three and a half miles west of Wasatch station Summit county. Chile Gannon was slain with a pick, his body dumped into a culvert after a 25 foot fall. Detectives Guerff Myan and Deputy Glenn Cox pursue leads as workers recall the moysterious death. High tension surrounds the case with the slaying described as brutal and needless.
The market shows rising nerves as prospective embargo talk and tighter rates affect bulls. Reports of canceled shipments and expected exports from the United States to Britain and France add to anxiety. Railway embargoes east of Chicago and lake navigation near finish dampen supplies while railcar availability loosens in the west. Concurrently Emperor Charles meets Kaiser William and senior generals in Berlin, signaling high level talks.
Washington center jury investigations into the high cost of living ordered by Attorney General Gregory to begin immediately in New York and Detroit. Similar probes in Cleveland, Kansas City, St Louis, Minneapolis and other points are under consideration. Frank M Beacher, a prominent attorney general, will be asked to lead the New York inquiry.
Washington December 9 Authority to establish government monopoly of radio communication between ship and shore stations through purchase of all private radio stations in the United States is to be sought from Congress, said Commander D W Todd director of naval communications. He stressed the necessity for strong government control to prevent interference as the number of stations increases. Nova Scotia has nine work giants condensation eighteen.
Miss Elsie E Barrett of 222 Grant Avenue wins the Turkey for Contest No 4 last night. Judges praised neatness and originality for a calendar design featuring President Wilson, an acorn, and a 1917 Prayer. Contest No 5 is set for December 13 with results to be announced in Saturday's paper.
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