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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1917
Page
4
Local retailer touts incredibly low prices on a wide range of suits with emphasis on value. Shoppers are urged to act quickly for best selection and savings. Stores promise quality fabrics and modern cuts at a fraction of typical costs.
In Montana Nant Rutte April 27 Rotary and Pan Mellenie clubs of this city wired Miss Jeannette Nant nissantailwn in congress asking opinions on conscription. They reported no support for the president's conscription bill in the house and asked if she should stand alone on the issue.
Today only the Lyceum presents the last episode of Pearl of the Army alongside a Maz Linder comedy. The double bill highlights a military themed feature and a lighthearted stage piece for local theatergoers.
Philadelphia April 26 Judge Buffington hands down first interpretation of La Follette Seaman's Act terms. Nelemann and Jorgensen, seamen aboard the Danish steamer London, earned and were paid varied balances, left ship when captain refused to pay half. Judge Buffington upheld captain's view that seamen are entitled to only one half of earnings until the voyage completes.
Washington April 27 the Supreme Court heard a major test case on segregation ordinances used to enforce residential racial restrictions. Louisville Richmond and St Louis have similar laws and face possible rulings affecting city housing policies. Attorneys for city authorities and civil groups argued the issues while the court prepares to decide after a previous full bench session failed to reach a conclusion.
New York April 27 Promotion of transportation efficiency is the service the railway business association announced today to the council of national defense. Efforts will cut waste secure full car loading and streamline loading and unloading and prioritizing orders for fuel and staples during peak return movements of empty cars. George A. FosT president said railroads had responded to shippers requests that war service rules be changed to permit leading of box cars toward roads owning the CATA.
London reports show ship losses strengthening public perception of food and fuel shortages. Lord Davenport signals a forthcoming voluntary rationing plan while parliament weighs broader wartime controls. Critics urge faster ship production and more material, as submarine threats push passage of agricultural and coal production bills.
Washington April 27 Coal and iron ore will be given priority in movement over other freight under orders from the council of national defense general railroad board. Rail presidents are to enforce the orders with possible disciplinary action for noncompliance. The move aims to coordinate railways into a continental system for war needs and relieve car shortages by prompt return of coal and ore to owners.
The Master Bakers' Association of Seattle announced that starting May 1 the 6 cent loaf is discontinued. Going forward loaves will be 10 and 15 cents, changing the local bread price structure.
A disjointed ad style piece notes health issues related to kidneys and bladder, mentioning fatigue and wakefulness. It references a drug company and local marketing claims, then shifts to unrelated statistics about Jersey City embroidery, U.S. tractors in farming, and movie industry employment and investments.
Directors of the Weber county farm bureau discuss dairy improvement plans to boost Weber as a feeding center. They cite cattle and lamb output, available facilities, and rail shipping as strengths while noting a push for better ration balance and market tied butterfat profits. County agents and state leaders say strong potential exists for a rich dairy region amid favorable climate and resources.
Igden High School claimed two top places in a declamation event with Weber Academy held last night at the high school. Winners included Ernest Balch and Leonore Sorsby in various categories, with Ruth Pardes and Florence Riser placing in humorous readings and dramatic readings respectively. Judges from the University of Utah attended, and several hundred people witnessed strong performances.
Charles F Brown of Salt Lake City, a drainage engineering pioneer, is appointed one of the land appraisers for the district on the national federal farm board. He joins 8 S Smith of Ogden and a third Utah appraiser to be named, with I F Martineau Sr also listed in Salt Lake. The appraisers will evaluate lands under drainage systems and reclamation projects, reflecting Brown’s deep experience in waterlogged and alkali lands. Brown is a member of the Commercial club and Utah Society of Civil Engineers, affiliated with the American Society of Civil Engineers, and identified as a Republican.
A dated advertisement touts a thin to plump transformation remedy sold in sealed packages with complete directions for self administration. The copy markets the product as popular and effective after weeks of use, targeting those seeking rapid weight gain.
Card of thanks from the Mindle family expresses gratitude for kindness during grief after the death of Mrs. Gertrude Bjornques. Also notes an Army entertainment showing a Max Linder comedy at the Lyceum today.
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