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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1917
Page
2
The Standard reports a broad push to regulate commodity prices under wartime needs. Government action would set maximum prices on key industries, with limited profit margins. Major sectors including steel, textiles, shipping, railroads, food, and minerals face controls to support allies and conserve resources.
Official Admiralty report shows 29 ships sunk in a week out of about 5,800 folering and leaving. The brief notes losses remain distressing but not yet crippling as U boats struggle to meet targets. Skepticism grows over Saunders promises and American invention aiding in submarine peril.
A government statement argues for regulating prices and supplies to curb waste and prevent harmful speculation. It urges robust measures to stabilize markets and protect consumers amid volatility.
A fragmented report notes Salt Lake City avoided mob violence after two mobsters aimed at Bruce Dempsey, a 16 year old boy. The piece argues law must proceed to justice and warns against vigilantism, citing Utah’s weak law enforcement history and comparing with earlier western states where mobs briefly rose.
A Galt Lake report notes boys hired in central Wiah beet fields near Richfield were mistreated and underpaid by farmers. It condemns abuse, calls for public naming of guilty parties, and praises districts where boys report good care, meals, and safe supervision. The piece stresses patriotism and support for harvest needs.
Article discusses growing Allied air fleets, with John M Browning notes on 4000 planes monthly and US output rising. Henry Clews cites preparations against Central Powers, saying changes favor Allies, while Submarine losses rise and aerial warfare grows in importance as US mobilizes for long war, urging German Americans to influence kin.
Ogden home guard members, about 250 strong, will drill tomorrow evening at the Ogden High School grounds in preparation for the Fourth of July patriotic parade. Major Charles H. Barton says the volunteer group offers training in drill and tactics for eligible young men between 2 and 31 years to aid in future military service, stressing no binding obligation beyond local service. He notes the armory cannot be used due to national guard priorities and urges attendance to ensure full participation and readiness.
The Masters degree will be conferred Thursday evening June 28 by the Past Masters of Weber Lodge No 6 F and A M All members and visiting brethren are urged to be present A banquet will be served at the conclusion of the work Ty end of W M F E Nichols Bret 28
June 25 New York markets opened with gains in steel and autos led by United States Steel and General Motors amid higher prices in machinery and utilities. Some declines appeared in Brooklyn Union Gas and other utilities while rail shares stayed dull. By noon, Crucible Steel and American Car & Foundry showed strength as overall activity remained varied across sectors.
Chicago June 25 reports suggest imminent embargo pressures to curb wheat exports to European neutrals. Prices softened across benchmarks as optimistic news and spring wheat signals influenced values. July futures at 2.01 and September at 1.50 with some rally later. Corn prices also fell amid the market tilt and broad weakness in grain bids.
Market notes from Kansas drought impacts and Corn sales shift, plus extensive UTAR Stock Quotations via J A Hogle & Co. at 2009 Hudson. OMAHA LIVESTOCK prices show hogs and cattle down modestly with bids and ranges listed. broad activity on TinTent Standard Prince Consolidated Albion Antelope Star Alta Consolidated and many mining and industrial stocks with varied trades and price levels.
Market notes show July wheat at 2.01 dollars with near term bids around 1.99 and 2.01 for September. Corn and oats readings list July and September figures with minor shifts, while pork and lard prices appear in tentative ranges. Various commodity quotes reflect modest daily volatility across grains and fats.
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