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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1916
Page
2
An incomplete OCR reads as a local notice from a defunct newspaper published every evening except Sundays, with garbled lines suggesting a community posting but lacking clear names, dates, or action.
The report notes hot Utah weather while Chicago and prairie cities enjoy cooler nights and breezes from machines, allowing sleep. It mentions sleepless, sweltering nights elsewhere and compares Utah temperatures as warm but not unbearable.
The article discusses an intense Republican intra party struggle as primaries flare. It contemplates a possible governor defeat and the resulting unease among leaders aligned with Tarr, predicting a conference in Ogden on August 24 if Chan. E. Hughes arrives and party factions remain rebellious.
The piece discusses federal patronage promises and concerted persuasion to heal a breach. It notes a potential governor nomination to rally malcontents, with insiders awaiting how Hughes's fall alters the Republican mood and the likely peace terms under a presidential candidate’s pressure.
The article notes Roger Casement faces execution for his political actions regarding Irish home rule. It discusses mixed Irish views, framing him as both a patriot and traitor, and contrasts ancient traitor penalties with modern calls for restraint, citing enforcement as a remnant of imperial rule.
The piece argues against a high tariff barrier, stressing that after the European conflict the United States must avoid isolation. It urges openness to global competition to maintain its leading role in world commerce, highlighting American manufacturers’ progress from small export efforts to top market access through efficiency and price.
A clipped editorial voice warns that misused bargaining could trigger a national calamity. It invokes fear of political manipulation and a destabilizing foreign policy by opponents, stressing the risk to security and public confidence amid tense debates.
Report describes the German liner Deutschland departing Baltimore en route to the Virginia Capes for a neutral waters boundary crossing. The text outlines risks of aerial and naval pursuit, potential submergence, and defensive measures like net barriers and hydroplane surveillance to locate and deter the submarine.
A Franklin New Hampshire Journal Transcript editorial defends Rev Thom Chalmera’s congressional bid while warning that religious influence should stay out of politics. It argues ministers may run, but church and state must remain separate to preserve dignity and prevent corruption in government.
Seasonal poison ivy warnings advise washing with warm soapy water after exposure and seeking physician care for feverish cases. Agriculturists share formulas using Alcaline soap, sugar solutions, bicarbonate of soda, and zinc ointments to soothe inflamed skin. Mercury risk noted with calomel and salves. care urged for extensive cases and possible dermatitis.
A garbled excerpt mentions carbolic acid and a home remedy mixture with amounts and water to create 250 units, to be dabbed on affected parts several times daily. The text also includes a stray instruction about attending an event tonight and requesting a ticket.
Ira Nalpan Morte American ambassador to Sweden says after talks with President Wilson and observers in Europe that U S prestige in Scandinavia and belligerent nations is higher than at any time since the war began They cite friendly sentiment toward the United States and its neutral humanitarian role Morris plans to depart for Copenhagen with Mrs Morris aboard the Dergenafjord Norwegian liner.
A San Francisco grand jury indicted five men on murder charges in connection with the July 23 preparedness parade explosion. The men named in reports include W. K. Billings Thomas Mooney Mrs Heng Mooney Rae Weinberg and Edward Golan. Indictments were expected to be returned to Superior Judge Deo H. Banish later today.
El Paso troops led by Captain William Kelly Jr and infantry from the Twenty third Regiment search gulches between Finlay and Fort Hancock about seventy miles east of El Paso. Reports to General Bell estimate bandits at 54 to 175 with several engaging the advance guard. Infantry in reserve and motor trucks reinforce from Port Hancock as the hunt continues.
Captain William Kelly Jr of the Eighth Cavalry led two troops from El Paso aided by scout Pop Alizan who traced hills without locating bandits. Sergeant Harry P. Smith at Fort Hancock outpost observed a march crossing the Big Grandese northwest toward Am et Ad Get? Es a. General Bell noted militiamen stayed in state despite claims of bandit presence.
The report notes major gains in American shipping to South America and Europe, with Argentina showing a jump from 5,060 to 190,060 tons and Colombia rising from 285 to 100,000 tons in 1916. China and Japan receive varied shipments while Europe clears rise. a Lyceum comedy and a Mutual Masterpicture fill the page.
American publisher McClure explains his detention in London while awaiting departure on the Philadelphia. His passport listed Switzerland France and England, raising questions about travel to Germany. He offered to return to the United States and is allowed to move freely until sailing tomorrow after ship repairs.
Washington reports a two year period ending July 31 1915 shows a net increase of 1282 vessels arriving at New York from foreign ports compared with 1914. Totals list 4778 arrivals in 1914 with 4264 steamers and 414 sailing vessels, and 5243 arrivals in the following year with 4771 steamers and 472 sailing vessels. An overall rise to 165 more ships for the year. For the year ending July 24 1916 totals reach 600 with 5454 steamers and 64 sailing ships, marking further increases in both vessel types.
Washington August reports a rising record of ships cleared from U S ports for the year ending June 30 despite wartime blocks. Total clearances reached 25.5 million tons with 2.6 million from the United States and 25 million from foreign sources. Comparisons show declines in American shipments to Europe and increases to South America and France, signaling shifts in maritime traffic during wartime.
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