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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1915
Page
2
Fragmented reader notice describes delivery issues and charges per carrier with vague references to dates and payments. The text mentions a publisher and carriers with unclear terms and potential overdue or adjustment actions.
The People's Convention endorsed the Ogden city ticket with broad Republican backing. The Standard fully supports the entire slate, urging public participation in the municipal election and backing the endorsed candidates.
Ballot slate lists FOR MAYOR A R HEYWOOD FOR POUR-TEAR COMMISSIONER M L JONES FOR AUDITOR A F LARSON FOR MUNICIPAL JUDGE JOHN E BAGLEY with names repeated in campaign notice style.
The Examiner laments delays and oversights in issuing franchise approvals. It questions Mayor Fell for distributing a copy of the commission address to residents. It notes that no clear explanation was given for why three Sunday franchisees were not addressed beforehand.
A garbled passage questions mayoral justification for street funds. It claims 90 high estimates or fake projects, says asphalt paving was paid by adjacent property owners, and finds no evidence of real street improvements. It asserts city spending on streets was misused and questions water supply expenditures.
The readable text questions why rates are so high and cites inefficiency as a plausible cause, mentioning bond money being used and a general sense of being in the dark about the reasons.
A letter to voters criticizing city commissioners for tax increases. It argues taxes rose despite steady old rates as city values climbed, urges voters to oust officials and demand better public stewardship. The piece calls for accountability at the next election.
A fragment discusses private enterprise aiding community welfare by developing wells and opening access to farmers and the public. It questions the value paid to those who insinuate that labor and financial risk were taunted, implying critique of perceived manipulation and public burden.
A critic questions why the city passed new wells and franchise ordinances amid claims of civic pride. The writer accuses the city commissioners and the approving body of mischief, manipulation, and rushed lawmaking, urging why the public was misled and whether the people’s will was truly served.
An Ogden City Commission speech portrays itself as biased and evasive regarding franchise grants to the Light Company. Critics accuse the officials of double dealing while defending a 50 year lease and bond-backed wells, arguing the city risks losing artesian wells and control over rates.
Voters hear lawmakers blamed as consternation grows over mayoral pay and council salaries. Commissions defend costs while some officials hold multiple jobs and seek economies amid scrutiny of city finances. The article notes frustration with legislature inaction and a public call for accountability.
A fragmentary yet charged note argues the city commissioners faced vilification while defending their water supply project. It claims prior efforts, including artesian drilling and private property involvement, were blocked by opposition and pride, leaving the initiative incomplete as commissioners left office.
The article discusses a major western war front drive aimed at drawing German forces from the Russian front. It notes British and French artillery strength growing with American munitions, and asserts allies are prepared to sustain heavy bombardment beyond previous efforts. The success and duration of the drive remain uncertain.
Explorer Stefansson and companions set out in March 1914 to discover new lands across the Arctic Ice. While the fate of part of the crew remains uncertain, early reports suggest Stefansson may have survived and his forthcoming full account will clarify many puzzles for scientists and readers worldwide. The Canadian government backed his voyage, and return promises global attention for the adventurer famed for uncharted regions.
The Ogden Fashion Show and Harvest Festival parade Saturday drew about 1000 spectators and featured nearly 60 floats from industrial and commercial firms. Notable entries included the Scoweraft & Co industrial exhibit winning the sweepstakes, a large contingent from the Ögden Conservatory of Music, and touring cars with company officers and employees.
Heat of health marked the factory day as cheerful workers carried banners and rode a now- old state coach float. Amalgamated Sugar won first prize for best decorated float amid prizes to C W Crom Harness, Glen Brothers Roberts Piano, Tamaki and Company, and top honors for delivery vehicles to the Broom Hotel and Troy Laundry. Notable exhibits included sugar beets and sugar sacks, with judges praising the parade’s quality and nationwide-parade level.
The Isis shows the five reel feature Sun day today and tomorrow. Theatre patrons are invited to enjoy the film in the current program.
The transmission notes that around 10 Latin American and Caribbean students, many from Cuba and Mexico, are entering the United States for study due to wartime disruptions in Europe. Universities report new courses and instructors addressing Latin American finance topics as they adapt to this influx.
Telegram from Geneva reports Bulgarian press claim King Ferdinand’s army mobilization was not guaranteed, yet Bulgarians feel the gravity of the situation. The Echo of Bulgaria says Bulgarians seek peace but remain determined to defend their legitimacy recognized by the world.
Chicago grain notes Sept 27 show wet weather offering brief support to wheat prices before a broad market drift. December and May futures moved within narrow ranges as traders watched Liverpool stock reports and cold weather signals and noted corn activity influencing the session.
Sugar futures opened steady at noon from Saturday's close. Omaha receipts 27,000 with higher market. cattle and hogs show gains, calves and yearlings steady to higher. Chicago hogs 21,000 received, price range firm with midday averages improving slightly.
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