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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1918
Page
1
Three popular theories emerge about a 76 mile gun route from Paris to the Gobain Forest. Disjointed dispatches hint at German movement and French capital fears as analysts propose options for possible routes and outcomes.
Salt Lake City April 4 The state horticultural society plans a Friday meeting at Hotel Utah to discuss boosting the rotgrowing business to aid the government during the war. Officers aim to outline a more stable policy and include a full program with addresses by Dr A G Rioddar and others on market outlook, pest control, transportation, and wartime food administration.
A wartime ad boasts Zemo as a safe treatment for itching and irritation. It claims quick relief from pimples eczema ringworm and similar eruptions and promises soft healthy skin. The ad lists price and availability from Rose Co Cleveland Ohio. Coronet T Alatow Brown, a noted stage historian, dies at age 83 in the city.
The Baltimore city prize of 91000 was awarded for The American's creed declared in public here. William Tyler Vago of Erlendatilp fleteuis, Md, won the $1000 prize with a version that praised democracy and American ideals. The creed emphasizes liberty equality justice and patriotism and traces lineage to prominent American figures.
Fragmentary account details a chaotic march with regiments, naval forces, and supply lines moving under strain. The text references a Beehive theater, retreating units, and multiple names and locations. the overall tone conveys confusion and fatigue among troops and staff.
17000 Maryland and Pennsylvania troops march from Camp Mead to Baltimore to celebrate the first anniversary of America's alliance in the war and the Liberty Loan inauguration. President Wilson expected to review the troops Saturday afternoon. Military problems will be presented to soldiers en route as they march to the city to deter a supposed German invasion.
An ad promotes Marmida, a weight loss tablet claiming to shrink fat in weeks without exercise or dieting. It cites cosmetic grace and a Detroit address for Marmida Co, detailing availability in large and regular packages at 76 cents. The copy targets fashion-conscious women with exaggerated beauty benefits.
Utah district school fund and land grant apportioned by State Superintendent J Govans. Per pupil allocation rises to 3.93, total school capita support 11.95 for the year. Districts listed with apportioned sums. note remaining treasury balance for contingencies. Also mentions waste fuel, incinerator discussion, and regiment reformation at Camp Lews with dismissal after inspection.
London April 3 General Maurice predicted four gigantic battles looming on the western front after a period of great engagements. He warned that German offensives are not finished, noting their air effort and concentration strategy as the Allies seek air superiority and manpower dominance.
Washington April 3 The post office department has modified the mailing rule for magazines for sailors and marines at the front. Unwrapped and unaddressed issues may be sent for one cent only to rid ers and sailors destined to proceed overseas. The move reflects growing needs for transport of men and supplies for American troops.
An advertisement touts a phosphate preparation named bitro-phosphate claiming to rapidly increase flesh and strength. It targets thin men and women, promises relief from nervousness, insomnia, and general weakness, and asserts results through direct body nourishment, backed by a money back guarantee.
London April 4 The national executive of the Labor party and the parliamentary committee of the trades union congress postponed the joint meeting planned for next Tuesday. The delay aims to align with the August inauguration of the broader national campaign to support labor’s conduct of wartime social reconstruction efforts.
An old advertisement touts Cadamene Tablets as a cure for tired nerves and sleeplessness tied to alcohol use. It claims relief for drinkers, with guarantees of harmless effectiveness or money back, urging purchase from druggists. A jumbled accompanying text recalls harsh border inspections and a wartime setting, though the core item remains the tonic claim.
London reports Major-General F B Maurice warns of imminent German pressure on Italy and a renewed push on the western front. He cites two main German masses divided by the Somme, supply strain, and ongoing bombardment as Allied air superiority remains limited while Germany masss divisions for a major operation.
Wage arbitration results set back pay estimated over a quarter of a million dollars for all employees. Judge Abchulor of Chicago approves the plan with distributions to follow as computations are completed, no later than April 15. Wage increases range from 37 to 104 percent per M. R. Murphy, wage expert at the Cudahy plant.
An old advertisement promotes Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound to darken hair naturally. It claims gray, faded hair can vanish after one or two applications, leaving hair darker, lustrous, and attractive with no visible use. The tone urges immediate purchase at local druggists.
A fragment from a 1900s newspaper quotes Mr Meck ton debating whether to keep a pig as a pet. The exchange hints at social norms and etiquette in daily life as the speaker struggles with whether to tolerate a pig in the household.
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