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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1917
Page
12
An old advertisement touts Tis as a cure for burning, aching, swollen feet. It claims instant relief from corns and callouses, reduces foot pain, and fits any shoe size. Available as a 25 cent box at drug or department stores with a one year comfort promise.
City commission urged immediate steps to secure ample water for lawns and gardens as a wartime home defense plan falters. Commissioner Miles J. Jones and Senator Parker discussed using surplus mountain water and the Wheeler creek pipeline to keep reservoirs full, with residents urged to plant gardens and convert lawns into food production for national defense.
The Eyes of the World displays a new Clune Company technique adding spoken dialogue to on screen titles, allowing words to fade in and out as characters speak. Lloyd Brown leads the innovation, praised for its aesthetic value and potential to reshape silent and sound film presentation.
A sensational picture titled The Little Girl Next Door exposing vice, shown in Ogden for 25c now offered to all. Admission 10c, children’s tickets not sold. Screenings Saturday and Sunday at Rex Theatre from 2 p.m. Open to the public.
A Cleveland advertisement touts Zemso as a penetrating liquid for eczema ringworm blotches and rashes. It promises instant relief from itching, cleanses and soothes the skin with a non greasy easy application. Priced at 25 cents or 1 dollar for extra large bottles.
In Ogden admission to a sensational picture has dropped to 10 cents for all ages with 25 cent prices for a boastful display previously. Rex Theatre shows weekend matinees at 2 p.m. and Sunday open times, but tickets for children are not sold. In San Francisco authorities urge immediate income tax payments to fund government needs, with notices printed by a local revenue office under Acting Collector John M. Platt guiding the effort.
Weber College observed College Day with a literary program and addresses by Miss Lamont Poulter and Principal James T. Marker. The event promoted local college support, emphasized Ogden’s need for a college, and announced a student banquet at 6:20 PM with faculty, President Os tid O. McKay, and Mrs. McKay.
Nevada maintains a lead in army recruitment with 182 men enlisted, followed by New York 142 and Pennsylvania 131. The state has surpassed its target with 162 men of surplus and has enrolled 186 men since April 1.
Chicago April 27 Captain W A Moffett commands Orrat Lakes naval training station announces creation of an agriculture department to cooperate with food conservation efforts. Farmers will be enrolled in the coast defense reserve and allotted land near the station for cultivation. At least 20000 acres in northern Nicolp may be offered. Vegetables will be grown on the lands for the training station.
The suffrage cause scored another victory when the governor signed to bills granting land women the right to vote for president of the United States. Leaders of the movement celebrate the win as a major milestone.
A fire in the Victor American Fuel Company mine near Ludlow Trinidad Colombia traps 126 coal miners. Helmet crews report late attempts to reach the entombed workers as smoke fills the mine. War plot rumors circulate amid guard troops at the site.
Announcement from Dr. James H. Linford lists speakers for the Utah Agricultural College summer session opening in June. Notables include Dr. Philander Claxton United States commissioner of education Dr. Stanley Hall president of Clark University Dr. Robert J. Aley president of the University of Maine and Mrs. Henrietta W Calvin specialist in home economics. Registration begins a week before June 6 admission ten cents children’s tickets not sold Rex Theatre open 2 PM.
A Utah advertisement by Colley Drug Co Ogden claims Vinot builds strength for a weak recovering woman. It asserts Vinot restores energy enabling her to perform housework and chores for her late family, with remedies like cod liver oil and emulsions and a promise of lasting health. Available at ending drug stores in Utah towns.
Petition by Dessie M. Sebring seeks letters of administration with the will annexed for Varis Zinn of Ogden Utah. Hearing set May 7 1927 at 2 pm in the Weber County Court House Ogden. Clerk witness and deputy clerks noted with attorneys Fila F. ONeill and William H. Eliza listed.
The petition by Josephine Work seeks validation of a claimed last will and estate administration for Amos F Work. Judge Agee sets a probate hearing for Monday May 3 1917 at 10 o clock a m at the Weber County Courthouse Ogden City with Clerk CM Ramey noting the matter and deputy clerk F O Neill present. Attorney T Cumn represents the petitioner.
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