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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1916
Page
7
The city commission okayed large projects including a Madison Avenue storm sewer from Twenty seventh to Ogden River, paving Washington Avenue from Twenty eighth Street to south city limits, and repairs to the Ogden Canyon bridge. Estimated sewer cost reaches 25000 with plans to start when conditions permit and funding to come from the eract fund levy.
The Utah Supreme Court reversed a lower court ruling in the case of Louise Van Dyke, remanding to Weber County district court for a new trial with a $3531.53 dispute over signature genuineness and her husband’s authority to withdraw funds. The court noted newly discovered photographic enlargements of signatures but did not rule on their evidentiary impact.
Communication to the superintendent of public safety on hose needs. City engineer cites 2024.50 due Uish Power Light for August lighting after deductions. Maps for Lincoln avenue to American Can factory approved. Wheelwright Construction bond for district 133 approved. George Myers rooming house at 173 Twenty Fifth Street referred to public safety. Residents on Thirteenth Street seek water main extension. Herrick Avenue petition to become public thoroughfare. cited paving sewer gas and lights. DeWitt brothers sue for 257 damages over stock damaged in flood. claim to city finance. Ordinances levy special taxes for sidewalk and street districts on powers Washington to Van Duren, Twentyth street to Madison, and Treaty Fifth Street sections.
Republican congress candidate T C Host and Utah Senator George Sutherland plan a state wide campaign tour beginning in Delta with stops across southern Utah. The slate shows September dates through the month including Fillmore Milford Beaver Cedar City St George Hurricane Panguitch Richfield Gunnison Mantt Meher Tuchrane Vernal Price Emery and Alper with events daily.
Community employment notice announcing civil service exam dates and preparatory courses. Details appear unclear but reference Temutat and Ogden Advert for registration and deadlines. Candidates urged to contact local offices for accurate dates and required qualifications.
Articles of Incorporation filed for Davis Weber Land Co with $5,000 capital stock. Officers listed: Exmrust F. Anniaco president, Albert F. Annis secretary, O. A. Parmley treasurer. Authorized 5,600 shares at $1 par. Annis holds 250 shares, A. F. Annis 250, Parmley 50.
Three state inspectors appointed by Governor Spry are inspecting local canneries to judge sanitary conditions and material quality. George P. Thees, E. Wilde, and M. B. Mann oversee separate districts from Salt Lake City to Uintah and Woods Cross areas, warning frost may end early tomato canning.
Weber County Farm Bureau adopted resolutions criticizing county commissioners for denying funds to defray expenses of a Weber County farm exhibit at the state fair. They argued crop failure misled the decision and noted only 2300 acres grow fruit while 45,000 acres are in general farming, claiming a county exhibit would benefit agriculture and credit the county.
J R Simmons of Washington D C spoke on farm bureau work and the plan to gather farmer input on three questions for a federal farm loan board visit. Bureau directors will lead data collection when the board visits next Wednesday. Local meetings will continue to collect farmer views on loan totals property debt and interest payments. The Walter store showcased premium fall gowns, velvet, lace and beaded materials, highlighting high price couture and refined tailoring. The floral display featured choice blossoms aligning with autumn fashion, impressing judges.
Judges cited simplicity as the deciding factor in the Harvest Festival and Fashion Show awards. Wolf er Cloak & Bolt Company won first prize for the best dressed window, while Walter company provided the test piece. Princess anliinery store received the threat prize for the beat dressed window and Ogden Furniture Store earned the largest window prize.
Report details a Shepherd dog attacking livestock from the Sheehan ranch six miles north of Promontory Point, then south along the lake region to Bagley and beyond. The dog was killed in Promontory Point, later captured at North Ogden. Observers speculate the animal may have wounded more cattle and dogs along Ogden’s towns. Signed letters discuss local politics and a Maine prediction for electoral votes.
City Health Inspector George Shorten received a letter from Promontory reporting a rabid dog captured in North Ogden after causing excitement. The writer, Ga tollowa, notes the dog originated in Promontory district and asks for help locating other rabid animals. The letter discusses recent rabies warnings and a need to trace the animal’s origin.
New York Republican leaders claim voters want the Democratic party ousted and Republicans in control. They say the Republicans carry Santa by over 15,100, elect a governor two US senators and four progressives. Warren says Benton voters return to the Republican fold.
The Nev. George N. Tun, Schenectady's mayor, received congratulations on his election amid claims of party honesty and voter confidence. He dismissed opponents' attempts to misrepresent principles and praised his supporters.
In Danville a wealthy proprietor of a jewelry shop, Keaton, was struck by a falling object at a social event. He suffered a severed windpipe and died shortly after the accident, according to local reports.
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