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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1916
Page
2
An examination argues that inheritance tax rules cause double or triple taxation when real estate and other assets cross state lines. It notes disputes over tax residence versus tax location, cites railroad stock cases, and questions federal levies on interstate assets alongside the impact on American industry and national revenue.
The article argues vegetable dyes revive in Japan as part of wartime economics, linking dye imports to the cotton goods trade and export markets to China India and Southeast Asia. It notes Japanese dealers stockpile dyes, profits from shortages, and urges U S dye production to reduce German dependence highlighted by wartime disruption.
Articles of Incorporation for the Eycles Sugar Company were filed late Saturday to develop the rupor PresaRed field. The Kercles family members and others with Amahamated copany holdings are incorporators, mostly living in Ogden. Key figures include Mrs. Lecles as president, G Le Becker as vice president, Lawrence T. Den as treasurer, and IL M. Monson as secretary. Stock is largely held by Joseph M. Ee eles in trust with 40 shares and ten shares for others at $10 each.
A late 1916 Ogden Utah letter describes harvesting a barbecue feast in East Lake City with two donated lambs and ten top cattle promised for the festival. Simon Namberger, Democratic candidate for governor, offered two steers free of charge, while Mayor Heywood arranged two lambs. A solicitous tone notes local civic support and railroad interests in Weber County.
Three from Weber County jail escaped Saturday by digging from the bathroom into the furnace room and breaking through the outer wall. Sheriff T A DeVine reports no trace yet as authorities in Idaho Nevada and Wyoming cooperate in the interstate search. Suspects are A D Smith PR Packler and Frank Proctor. Proctor had been jailed after a robbery and is awaiting trial. Packler and Smith faced prior burglary charges and sentences.
A fierce Saturday evening blaze near the north city lot on Washington Avenue destroyed outbuildings and several barns owned by Derma 8. Topham and T. W. Matthews. Fire damaged furniture stored in a two story stockade tied to a Lake City stock. Ogden fire department arrived but wind and water access hindered suppression. investigators could not confirm a cause.
Neden Canyon Service announces a limited period offer through September 10. Round trip rates are waived for eligible passengers aged 18 and under, providing free travel during the promotional window.
George E. Browning announces the formation of the People’s Sugar Company with 765000 capital, to build a sugar factory in northern Ban Pete county near Morenim and Mount Pleasant. He will serve as president, with John Stringham as president, and a local directorate. About 4500 acres of beets are contracted for 1917, and fieldmen report beet stands near the site. The plant is to be built promptly and ready for the district beet crop next year, serving the Rio Grande and San Pete Valley railways.
Republicans set a primary for Tuesday to appoint 219 delegates to the Weber county legislative convention in Ogden and Weber City. Delegates will be chosen by a new ballot plan, with oversight by three judges per district and envelopes required for voter delegate selections.
Crowds spent an eventful day at Sunset Melghia and Weber Canyon above Ogden. Local observers praised the panorama of green valleys orchards and the Great Salt Lake with electric trains and speeding motor traffic along the road. officials and residents noted the dramatic exposure attracting visitors and the community's enthusiasm for the development prospects.
The Republicans plan a heavy campaign in Maine with a large lineup including presidential candidate Hughes and vice presidential candidate Gale Fairbank, along with Harding, Robins, Weeks, Burton, Garfield, Shaw, Wadsworth, Norris, Horah, Longworth, and McCormick.
Notice records dissolution of J.C. Lee & Son in Tecoma Elko Nevada with C F Lee purchasing the firm. Also announces Ogden City Utah special tax delinquencies for sidewalk and concrete projects with installment due dates from 1916 to 1921 and penalties accruing if unpaid. Includes names Carl Allison and G T Koons.
The seventh through tenth installments become delinquent on August 4 1922 1924 and 1916 respectively with first draws at 1 1 2 percent per year from August 4 1916. If any installment remains unpaid, interest rises to eight percent per year until paid. Taxes payable at the Office of the City Treasurer City Hall Ogden Utah dated August 36 1916 City Treasurer C T Koons Deputy.
A long list of fraternal groups in Ogden convene weekly with meetings at various halls. Units include veterans, Moose, Knights of Maccabees, Royal Highlanders, Royal Neighbors, Woodmen, Eagles, Odd Fellows, and others with officers named such as Harry A. Young Bpanted War Veterans commander and A. T. Heatmark secretary, venues on Washington and Grant Avenues.
The Freemonde Studio offers abundant scenic background equipment for sepia work and fully equipped enlarging facilities. It is fitted to produce new stylish photo works and urges readers to send in subscriptions and place photo orders promptly as the offer lasts for a short time.
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