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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1919
Page
3
Random references show ads for cleaning and hardware, a birth notice for Mrs. Machoff’s baby boy, and mentions of Elder Monson and church events. It notes Ogden appointments, coal and ice company ads, old papers for sale, and a Stay Low campaign among office staff. Subscriptions and bond drives by railroad offices are also described with totals and missing reports.
Fragmentary historic page notes Rawlins events with court schedules and a divorce filing, plus a fire near Ly Len oF, a New York arrival of a Knauss family member, and exams for government positions. The scattered items mention district court ceilings, photography needs, and a county clerk office marriage service.
Obituary notice for Joseph Orton noting a long illness, death at age unknown, and residence in Ogden Utah. Mentions family members and ties to Salt Lake City, with references to relatives and burial context.
Ogden prepares for a May 10 ceremony marking the Golden Spike anniversary funded by Union Pacific and Southern Pacific. Plans include a parade with a Jupiter locomotive replica, a fireproof grand ball, exhibitions of railroad relics, and transportation support for pioneers who worked on the line. The event will feature a reception for pioneers and families, with oversight by Marian Browning and the Utah State Historical Society verifying applicants.
Evangelist Billy Sunday arrives for a 2 o clock appearance at the Atlantic Theater. The program includes welcome remarks, a reception, and remarks by various local figures while a large crowd gathers for the occasion at the Winton Pacific venue.
Jaappr Jules, a habitual bootlegger, was bound over to the district court by Judge J. R. Roberts on a felony charge of having liquor in possession. The arrest followed an exchange of words with officers and occurred after a Union Pacific freight train arrival. A previous offense involved five pints of liquor and time served in jail.
A fragmentary local notice describes a discharged soldier believed to suffer shell shock. County officials consider medical care and possible government shelled medical support, with sheriff and hospital involvement. The piece references community groups, a church event, and personal names amid unclear context.
Funeral services for Fred J Kiesel were held at the Masonic temple at 2:30 AM with a Knights Templar honor guard and a large attendance. The body proceeded to the Union Depot for transport to Sacramento for cremation per Kiesel’s prior wishes. Condolences were acknowledged by the Rotary and Weber clubs, and Security State Bank, of which Kiesel was president, closed from 1 to 1 in tribute.
Government agents inventory seized liquor from sheriff and police departments as Civil War era enforcement intensifies. Internal Revenue agents note orders to move liquor to wet territory. The move signals a nationwide effort to consolidate contraband liquor cases by federal forces. Local seizures included spirits held in county and city caches.
The article describes using a spray on the demonstration field when alfalfa weevil larvae peak to kill weevils and spare the first crop. The method aims to prevent interference with the second crop and benefits growers with sandy or gravelly soil where keeping alfalfa from sod is difficult.
William Holt was fined 299 dollars by Judge D R Roberts for liquor possession or sentenced to 180 days in jail. Holt was arrested last Thursday near Weber Canyon by Sheriff Pelarzon and deputies. The automobile involved was ordered sold and proceeds turned over to the state.
Blaine Green, old son of Davis and Anne Nelson Green, died April 22 at 3 a.m. in Paul Idaho from pneumonia. The body arrived yesterday morning and was taken to Lindauf funeral chapel. Funeral services set for Friday at 12 o'clock at the Kap esville meeting house with Counselor Thorman R. Jonen presiding. Viewing at the bishop George Green home in Reneaville today and Friday. Meanwhile wrestling promoters report interest in a bout featuring Jack Timberman with contenders Yoko Santell Bernard Yoke and Wilwad. Miky Yokel shows eagerness for a match with Halberthon, possibly in Salt Lake or Ogden, with plans within days.
Funeral services for Mr Hughes are set for tomorrow morning at St Josephs Catholic Church with Father Lagan officiating. Interment will follow at Mayntala View Cemetery.
Richard Goss has arrived home from overseas service. A telegram announced his brother Josaph Goss of Camp Dix was told Richard had served in the ambulance corps with French and American armies since May 1917. He was cited by the American commander for excellent work in the field.
An expert from the United States Department of Agriculture will direct spraying efforts this summer in Weber County. J. Bararat Taylor, a former state agricultural agent, will oversee demonstrations coordinated by the Weber County Farm Bureau. The program, under the Entomology Department headed by Grorke T Reeves, has pursued long term experimental work on using spraying to control pests like the alfalfa weevil and other threats.
Washington April 24 Senator Johnson Republican of California warned that the presidents attitude toward ally Italy risks humiliating Americans by secret treaties and territorial bargains hidden behind the guise of patriotism. Senator Kenyon of Ohio voiced support for opposing secret pacts and hoped treaties with Thailand and Italy would be rejected in the future.
A baby tank arrived and drew crowds including schoolchildren in Ogden Utah as it journeyed from the Twenty-fourth Street bank to demonstrate support for the Victory loan. Corporal Frank Fowles and Private A Pillsbury led the tank once in service with Argonne action, with Prof. Frank Driggs delivering a brief speech from atop the tank.
The passage argues the United States has spent months shaping European issues, noting Japan Italy and China reactions and French criticism. It warns that without a quick armistice and a pace treaty with Germany and allies, European tensions will force involvement in American affairs, urging rapid action and homeward focus.
An official Japanese embassy statement rejects reports of brutal measures against Koreans, noting lower casualty figures than claimed. It cites 381 killed and 736 wounded province wide versus 1 killed and 24 wounded among officers in Seoul and stresses protection of wounded and property, with claims of untrue destruction charges.
A fragmentary report indicates leaders of a Diatartian torture ring were identified by authorities. The brief note mentions possible involvement of key figures and ongoing probes, with few concrete details available.
In New York Elihu Root argues before a federal judge that wartime prohibition should declare the dry law in force, contending the measure aimed to present a general hibition. He sides with brewers challenging the government’s move to prevent production of beer of 2 percent alcohol content in a Supreme Court like suit.
Paris reports that high American quarters say President Wilson recently discussed with Premier Orlando the contents of his statement issued yesterday. The Italian premier and officials expressed equal surprise at the president's message. Paderewski in Paris confirms Polish Premier and Madame Paderewski have returned to Paris from a quick trip to Switzerland.
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