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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 27, 1916
Page
2
A Utah tax reduction campaign gains momentum as outside revenue and rising indebtedness threaten fiscal stability. The Standard backs the effort while tax notices spark surprise, questioning education funding claims and the promise of tax relief amid budget pressure.
An article discusses sabotage as a ruinous doctrine tied to disloyalty and terrorism, recounting a factory incident where rubber stock was destroyed and debating whether such acts amount to breaking an industry. It reflects fears of labor unrest and the moral/political reactions of workers and writers.
The letter discusses sabotage within a rubber corporation with losses near £100,000 and argues against deliberate worker destruction. It shifts to World War I updates, noting Allied offensives on the Somme fronts and a German retreat analysis, with commentary on political stances regarding Poland and possible German reserve exhaustion.
A reflective verse piece by A. 5. Condon explores autumn skies as a doorway to memory and lost days. It dwells on visions of vanished joys, the home as hearth and warmth, and the souls awaiting dawn in Dreamland with cherubs, voices, and the scent of old toys.
Ogden Utah notes a large hay surplus driven by heavy precipitation and expanding alfalfa and other hay crops across states. The piece discusses possible rail rate relief and urges acceptance of daylight saving's value for work and recreation, citing Boston meeting views and national commerce group consideration.
Boston defeated Pittsburgh 1 to 0 in their last home game, extending their winning streak to six. Pitcher Tyler held the Pirates to four hits while Boston’s offense produced a lone run in the eighth. The game report notes the quiet nature of the scoring and mentions a broader discussion on railroad securities and Adamson’s bill in unrelated editorial content.
Farmers complain hay is short yet the Elena Daley Report suggests a bumper crop could ease prices. August adds 4,600,000 tons to output, with September indicating a total of 21,000,000 tons and a 1,000,000 ton rise over last year, though some states face deficient rainfall.
The text argues every person should have time and outlet beyond their job. It urges pursuing an avocation artistic or mechanical to express natural bent, avoid exhaustion, and maintain vitality. It condemns a life where life is only earning and routine, advocating diverse, meaningful activities in off hours.
A fragmented report describes a nationwide daylight saving proposal promoted by a Boston chamber group. It notes support from New Hampshire enthusiasts and a Postense meeting where a charter referendum vow was urged. Three significant measures were submitted, including advancing clocks and extending daylight saving through summer, with Boston officials showing concern.
New York on September 27 Commissioner Howe said an order from Washington allowed Major Arthur Humphreys and Lieutenant Hugh Levick Jr to travel through the United States to Canada. They will be released immediately with Victoria listed as their destination.
New York investors see declines offset by early gains as rails and industrials rise. Union Pacific trades heavily with over half a million shares, while steel and coppers lag modestly amid mixed bonds. Chicago hogs and Omaha cattle show softer price trends. futures in grains drift with corn and wheat under pressure from unsettled weather and Argentine drought signals.
Wheat prices in Chicago showed continued weakness as high world supply weighed on the market. Early trading suggested a slow start with traders cautious, while headlines from distant fronts like the Dardanelles influenced sentiment but failed to spark a clear rebound.
The morning trading on the local mining exchange was quieter than recent days with 60,766 shares changing hands. Sioux Con and Tintic Standard led activity, Sioux Con trading from 17 to 18 cents and Tintic Standard from 34 10 to 49 1/2 cents. Emma Copper sold as low as $1.60 and Iron Bliss advanced to $1.60. Prices generally steady in most specialties, with quotes via J A Hole & Co private wire. Morning session sales included Antelope Star 200 at 7 14 cents and Alta Con 66 at 0 32 cents.
A jumble of figures lists Crown Point holdings, East Crown Point, Iron Blossom, and many others alongside bank and stock quotes. Major banks such as Deseret National, First National in multiple cities, National Bank of Republic, and Zion's Banking & Trust show bids and asks. Industrial and commodity stocks include Amalgamated Sugar, Intermountain Life, Utah Power & Light, and various local firms. The list reflects a market snapshot with bids, asks, and naked prices across banks and equities.
Leaders of the Brotherhood of Railroad Car Men in the northwest met in St. Paul to draft demands for higher wages from Great Northern Northern Pacific Canadian Pacific and Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul railroads and for union recognition by Great Northern. They argue the Adamson law does not apply to carmen and predict a strike if their requests are denied. The railroads have not been directly addressed.
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