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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1919
Page
2
The notice outlines subscription rates for Ogden City and outside Ogden, detailing daily and weekend options and terms. It references standard newspaper credits and republication rights with emphasis on advance payments and usage for domestic and extended periods.
In Pocatello railroad workers backed the Democratic mayoral candidate by 2284 to 927 over Bean. The piece praises rail workers as a solid civic force—engineers, conductors, yardmen and others—urging their balanced judgments free of prejudice and driven by fair play.
The piece argues over Italy’s Fiume demands and Jugo Slavic rights as Wilson pressures balance. It recalls Orlando’s shift before the Paris talks, urging a just peace without vengeance or imperial gains. It warns against retribution and urges respect for distinct Italian and non Italian peoples.
A garbled early 20th century study compares battle fatalities and death rates in American expeditions and major conflicts. It notes rates around 7 percent during certain campaigns, with Civil War Union deaths near 3.3 percent and higher postwar disease costs. The text references Gettysburg figures and British naval losses, highlighting varying factors driving mortality and suggesting overall declines in battlefield deaths amid broader war costs.
A torn excerpt from an old New York paper discusses a battle with about 460 fatalities among 3000 engaged, roughly 14 percent. It notes new lethality from advances in weaponry, yet observes no net decrease in overall loss rates and mentions ongoing need for force recuperation after high casualties.
A tribute praising Utah boys for bringing Old Glory back from war, honoring their courage in Argonne woods and on Flanders fields. The piece salutes duty, patriotism, and the sacrifice of soldiers who left home to defend liberty and carry the flag to victory, a message echoed by their drum.
An outspoken Chicago leader Merrick criticizes the Wilson administration for neglecting business policy as governors and merchants assemble in Chicago to address federal policy. The paradox of a man and a boy and a donkey is used to illustrate opposition to authority and the folly of vain criticisms.
Sioux City April 23 Sheriff W J Jones and a posse halted a planned J W W convention after warning officials. Deputies escorted delegates from the hall and padlocked doors before dawn. Busier activity followed as trains were boarded in an effort to move on.
A brief notice directs readers to contact J J Bramumitt at 2417 Hudson Avenue to sell Liberty bonds by phone 59. The fragment includes garbled text about Darius Cobb's death and unrelated biographical notes from N W os and Newton Upper Falls.
In Pocatello Idaho April 23 the city returns show a Democratic landslide in municipal elections, with big majorities in most wards. Final tallies list Mayor Bean 927, Wickman 3284, Clerk Gough 2880, Councilmen in various wards, and several wards with clear party splits among candidates.
Dramatic critics hail Pollyanna as a strong four act comedy now on tour, with Wilh Hoan delivering a string of memorable characters. The Orpheum manager reports high advance ticket sales, signaling strong public interest in the dramatization.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss German actions at Versailles with references to Clemenceau and plenipotentiaries. The text hints at Germany sending plenipotentiaries to Versailles rather than merely messengers, but details are unclear.
Report notes Germany's aim to have key persons present to raise questions for discussion. The process would focus on small modifications rather than long Berlin linked debates. Also includes an influenza relief anecdote endorsing Foley's Honey and Tar Compound as effective for coughs and colds.
Toga Ponnelle, rising star from the Metropolitan Opera House debut, records Madame Butterfly and Un Bel di Vedremo for Columbia. Marcia Carrientos revival of I Puritani and a new Come, Dearest, Come aria highlight her classic artistry. Violinist Tarcha Seidel contributes to Barngate’s Gypsy Airs, showcasing Russian technique and flair.
John McCready, from Ogden, has been named to the State Livestock Board. The appointment follows the resignation of a prior member, cited by Mr. Pargon as the reason due to conflicting personal business duties and inability to attend to board responsibilities.
United States District Attorney Cattey Liat announced from Washington that prosecutors will pursue brewers distributing beer above 2 percent alcohol in violation of food conservation regulations. The Internal Revenue Department had steps toward resuming beer bottling, with collectors nationwide following the unfolding action.
In federal court the government moves to dismiss a suit by brewers seeking to restrain official interference with producing a 2 percent beer. Proceedings cover wartime prohibition terms and internal revenue reversals on intoxicating content. District Attorney and special counsel stated they lack knowledge of postwar policy as hearings continue before Judge Hand.
A luncheon was held at the Ogden Golf and Country Club at noon for twenty five Hrestack men from Omaha. Attendees included Mayor T. S. Browning, Commissioners Miles L. Jones and Chris Flygare, Secretary Inspector George Shorten, and other city notables. Afterward the boosters planned to stop at Larne, Wyoming on their return.
News notes announce a traveling film company to accompany a feature in California venues. Daisy Deam leads a cast of Sennett girls, including Phylla Darer, with Lot Lemar distributing prints. Alarmed by publicity, managers reveal schedule details for afternoon and evening showings at the Alhambra, highlighting Yankee Doodle in Berlin and Bathing Girls acts.
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