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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1917
Page
2
The Standard notes that as World War I progresses nations will condemn the German government openly, marking a new page in history. The piece argues Germany’s actions will be held to account and remembered by future generations.
Tomorrow Ogden voters face a bond issue for modern school facilities. The statement argues for better canitary and fireproof buildings with adequate capacity to educate all children, urging strong support to avoid hindering education. The article notes the city’s assets and laments potential opposition. It also blends international notes on Spain and Kaiser as context.
The Mongolian steamship Mongolia reportedly fired upon a German U boat, sinking it as a symbol of American resolve in the war. Early gunfire may signal broader Allied momentum and a turning point in the conflict.
A strong nationwide drive to ban liquor grows, with telegrams to senators and congressmen pressing action. Senator Reed Emoot, replying to The Standard, says he will support legislation to prohibit liquor traffic immediately during the war.
East Lake City commissioners unanimously voted to supply free water to vacant lot gardens, approving $1,000 to connect water mains. The plan aims to boost food production and curb waste, with safeguards including meters, patrols, and volunteer help for amateur gardeners.
A Boston dispatch notes 5000 eastern high school boys will work on farms from May 1 to harvest. They will be paid seven dollars weekly, housed with clothes provided, and given honorable discharges enabling college entrance privileges. Ages 16 to 18 eligible. Washington reports two million laborers needed nationwide, with the labor service asked to recruit widely. A preliminary census indicates nearly one million will be drafted for farm work to ensure adequate supplies.
The Treasury Department destroyed nearly a ton of counterfeit coins valued at about 50 000 dollars and around 2 000 000 dollars in counterfeit Mexican paper money after a year of seizures by coast region agents. The coins were melted and will be used for window weights.
In the District Court of Weber County Utah G J Abels vs Wittord Cragun and Kate Cragun. On May [sic] 1917 at 12 o'clock at the south front door of Weber County Court House Ogden Utah the property described will be sold. The land is 3 acres in section 19 township 7 north range 1 west Salt Lake meridian with water rights and a 33 foot road easement along the described east line. Includes all tenements and appurtenances. CHEZ STINE Attorneys for Plaintiffs dated April 25 1917. Sheriff Cortis Allison Deputy Sheriff Ogden Utah.
Ethel Crane sues Frank Crane in Utah for divorce, custody, and support with trial by complaint filed. notice warns defendant to appear within 20 to 30 days. Also a sale notice lists household goods for storage sale on May 3 1917 at Blade Transfer Co in Ogden with items of Vera Newman W P Overnan Henry Vorter and others.
Salt Lake Tribune argues US must conserve grain for soldiers and workers amid wartime shortages. It states surplus, depressed world wheat prospects, and the need to feed England France and Russia in the fight for freedom, while neutrals lack enough land to supply their own needs.
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