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Show FALSE STAND ! CHALLENGED J. E. Galigher, Utah Industries In-dustries President, Says I Class Consciousness Is ! , Foe of Democracy. i " I i "Shall Free Institutions" Endure?" Declared to Be Vital Question Confronting Con-fronting Americans. J. E. Galigher, president of the Utah Assof ited Industrie, in hit) ummal stat"--ment, entitled "Shall Free Institutions Endure'"' outline the growth of. I lie organization or-ganization and il If lilt 111 tile industrial sit tuition in Utah as follows: "Fellow Members of the Utah Associated Industries: "Gentlemen I am deeply impressed today to-day with I ho wirdom and foresight of that little group of men that were responsible re-sponsible for this wonderful organization, known as the Utah Associated Industries. They say that confession is good for the sou!. So. let ir.c sa tba: wiiea the uub-ject uub-ject was first broached to mo X was a sort of doubting Thomas; first, as to the needs of such an organization, and, second, sec-ond, as to its ability to function. Today I I Join with you' hundreds of business men throughout Utah In acclaiming roost enthusiastically en-thusiastically and sincerely the strength. 'Influence and virility of this organization, one that Is looked upon ns one of the big achievements of the year. UTAH'S EXAMPLE FOLLOWED BY MANY. "It may be of Interest to you to know that Utah was one of the first states in the uniofc to anticipate in a concrete way the great postwar problems, and now the j Idea has taken root in nearly every sec-I sec-I tlon of the country. Even the name 'As-I 'As-I soctated Industries la becoming stand-" I ardlzed, and loyal, thoughtful men are pointing to their individual activity in such associations as the finest example of practical patriotism. "You have taken your place as a unit on the side of law and order. You have recognized that in these unprecedented times there Is no such thing as neutrality; the war lias been transferred from 'over j there' to 'over here.' The contest Is being be-ing waged at our very doors, even in our own institutions. t is soon to bo deter-i deter-i mined in our own fair land, with all its 1 beautiful traditions, whether a govern-j govern-j ment of the people, by the people and for 1 the people snail endure or whether it shall I perish from the earth. I "The conclusion of the coal strike Is a i triumph for justice and constituted authority, au-thority, and" it would nave been a most ! ( Continued on Paee 2. Column 2.y : have allowed ourselves to become inar- ttculate, mute, if you please? You know .they say that we can talk ourselves into conversion, and sometimes we are talked Into It by others. That conversion and crystallization of thought is what these conferences of business men do for us and for our state. Through the Associated Asso-ciated Industries we have broken the silence and found a voice, one that Is speaking and shall continue to speak loudly and In no uncertain tones for the constructive forces of Utah on local, state and national affairs affecting our welfare. "Throughout Utah, in every section ot the state, men are stationed as sentinels watching every phase of development in the interests of this association, so that we are kept in close touch with what people peo-ple are thinking and doing. It is, therefore, there-fore, with little difficulty that we reflect their views and are proving a means of drawing men closer together, dissipating many misunderstandings and overcoming a spirit of sectionalism. Aloofness Censured. "Is there, then, In all this fair state, the head of any institution of industry or business that can consistently remain aloof? I think I should tell you that today to-day over sixty distinct lines of husinesa are represented In this association. These hundreds of earnest men meet In their respective groups and discuss their individual indi-vidual problems, outline the policies to which they will adhere. No one will underestimate the value or potency or such a plan. Organization of construction construc-tion Is the one weapon to defy organization organiza-tion of destruction. It is the one thing alone that is convincing to, and commands the respect of, the agitating malefactor who la prolonging the present, unrest. For tills reason I address myself to you men who have not taken actively hold of this work. This contest Is not going to be settled In a day nor in a year, and it surely should not be settled without you. Yo jt voice should be heard and your influence in-fluence felt in the defense of right a Ml fair dealing. Join with your fellows in maintaining those lofty ideals for which our fathers fought. The work is serious. Dlsas'er awaits us if we falter. There must be no compromise with the piratical, rampant element that is now working so insidiously in our very midst. I-et us not wake up to find ourselves outgeneraled, defeated. And In this trial of strength I am not inclined to underestimate their strategy, shrewdness or resourcefulness, but I do deplore above all the easy manner man-ner in which so many of us business men are victimized, held apart and made easy dupes by those whose interests are wholly destructive, selflsh and un-American. Equity Demanded. "Management and labor may have differences, dif-ferences, but who will say that they can not be composed upon a righteous and equitable basis? But the settlement must be made with our active participation and not delegated to outside parties. I dislike dis-like the terms 'capital' and 'labor.' They are misnomers. The executive who plans and forecasts, whose hours are not regulated regu-lated by a standard day's work, and upon whose shoulders rests the responsibility for the success of his organization. Is to me a laborer. The man, too. who today is working with bM hands is the potential executive of tomorrow. Then why the chasm? Why this distasteful classification? classifica-tion? Both are necessary. Both are, mutually mu-tually dependent. I believe that here In Utah we men associated together for thin purpose will ace to it that the old amicable amica-ble relations will be re-established and tha t the unwelcome imported agitator will find here a barren field for his operations. opera-tions. "I wish here to reaffirm my former statement relating to the chief causes of our present unrest. It in my firm conviction con-viction that If every one of un. from the executive down to the man who performs the humblest service In our ahops. will perform "a full day work for an honest day's pay,' the biggest part of the difficulty diffi-culty will have passed. In short, increased in-creased production is the cure. stifled BBctwc AaniML "The insane propaganda for decreased production, shorter noura, stifled efficiency, effi-ciency, la wholly without merit and is fundamentally - ions and unsound. Such a program must not b allowed to be put Into effect In any office, store, ahop, mill or factory In our state. We must oppose It with all our power. Kducatton la our weapon. With this fine representation of business men brought together under one head, this undertaking to get men to think aright and to s clearly will not fall "Utah can thrive and grow and become more populous and happy onjy aa we apply ourselves to thla task. We shall become a wonderful, glorioua commonwealth la this vastly wealthy region if we fulfill our destiny. "IB all Its activities, the Associated Industries In-dustries has that future In mind. Our success In dealing with our present Intricate Intri-cate and menacing problems depends upon the clearheadedness, the courage and the persistency with which we men, all of us. are willing to pursue thla object." FALSE STAND OF THE RADICALS CHALLENGED (Continued from Preceding Page.) lamentable, unthinkable act if the government gov-ernment had receded from its dignified position. Public opinion, the final arbiter, ar-biter, was wholly on the side of right, and that, after all, is the most powerful factor in deciding the outcome of any issue which may be raised in America. DEFIANT DEMANDS FAIL TO FRIGHTEN. "The very atmosphere is impregnated with radicalism, the fundamental principles princi-ples of our government are being openly assailed. The men who represent us In high and dignified places are being intimidated in-timidated and coerced with a view to forcing them into unrighteous submission. submis-sion. The edict has gone forth. 'Stand and deliver.' As far as my reading goes, never in the world's history has a more despotic autocracy been attempted, never before has there been so great need for clear thinking and courageous action, as today. "Fortunately, I belong to that class that boasts of a sense of humor, so that dire threats and loud, defiant demands from self-coostituted leaders, tyrants on horseback, do not ruffle my self-corn posure, for I feel a sense of security in the knowledge that such an organisation as ours Is in active operation and Is proving a means of bringing order out of chaos, and of turning the white light of inquiry and investigation upon all the machinations of an element that has set out to subvert American principles and shatter our cherished institutions. As a result, the great, healthy body that composes com-poses our citizenship will be brought to one happy conclusion. It Is this: The constitution and the flag must remain inviolate. in-violate. SPECIOUS FALSEHOOD TO BE CHALLENGED. "Vou meo must experience a feeling of surprise to find how pretty phrases cunningly cun-ningly coined by destructive forces to serve unwholesome ends are made to appeal ap-peal to mere sentimentality. The surprising sur-prising thing is that so many of us are deluded by this ingenious method of winning win-ning converts to an Impossible cause. "It is our solemn duty, gentlemen, to see to It that the truth is told, that no untruth is permitted to go unchallenged and wherever opportunity affords to let the masses of honest workingmen seo the real situation. They, in turn, will unhorse un-horse their self-constituted leaders who are inciting their fellows to acts of rebellion, re-bellion, terrorism and violence. "Our stand Is taken unflinchingly for constituted authority and for the enforcement enforce-ment of the law. "As I have just said, I have no fear as to the outcome in Utah. Your response to the call made by the Associated Industries In-dustries is clearly indicative of where you stand. There is in this association no thought of injustice. I would have no tolerance for unfairness on the part of the employer, just as I would not condone con-done the violence of the red flaggist. Wrong is wrong, no matter who the perpetrator. per-petrator. It is not the time to trace the source of existing evils. Our problem prob-lem Is to overcome them and to educate the people against the hateful class consciousness, con-sciousness, as it Is so eloquently phrased, so that it may melt away and a complete harmony between all factors in our business, busi-ness, industrial and social life be made effective. CLASS-CONSCIOUS MEN CONDEMNED. "In thi3 connection, I cannot refrain from directing your attention to a condition condi-tion which indicates how unwittingly we fall into wrong practices. Our commission commis-sion form of government provides for representation from the people at large. There Is no thought that any one class shall be heard or section recognized. If a candidate does not possess the necessary nec-essary breadth aud sense of fairness to represent the people of all classes, creed and color, his aspirations should at once be quieted. So that for any aspirant to announce himself as representing a class in whose interests and in whose behalf he will concentrate his efforts, is contrary con-trary and repugnant to the spirit of our city form of government. To me there is equal justification for fraternal or religious re-ligious organizations to clamor for a place In the councils of our city fathers, aim-ply aim-ply because their kind may be so conspicuously con-spicuously numerous in our community. To support a proposition that means class distinction, no matter how lofty our motives, we at once become parties to the perpetuation of a spirit which develops de-velops into rntagonism and hatred. "Another point In connection with the citv government must not be left un-mentloned. un-mentloned. While tht- law docs not specify that one's vote must be complete, such, nevertheless, is clearly the Intent. It la a willful subversion of a fundamental principle princi-ple to submit an incomplete ballot. It Is done for a wrong purpose and should be looked upon with disfavor. It would be my thought that this should be a matter for our next legislature to correct, so that an incomplete ballot will be thrown out. Hopeful Side Presented. "Now let us look at the hopeful side of our affairs. The Associated Industries Is an open forum for the discussion of our problems. As Individuals we are groping in our indecision as to what la best. We all want to find a happy solution, but we cannot do It without ftret having an opportunity op-portunity to discuss and argue and ftajl.t out these things In large bodies. In coming com-ing together for surh a purpose there is an enthusiasm engendered which brings us to the point where we feel the rlsht. and this glow welds us Into a composite whole. "Don't you think that we business men |
