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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1916
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR shows an Evening Paper line claiming daily publication except Sanary with missing words and garbled characters, indicating a damaged page fragment lacking clear event details or dates.
In Verdun the German withdrawal has weakened their front while French forces exploit the rebound to take several trenches. Over the past ten days French troops held 1100 prisoners north east of Verdun, signaling a shift in momentum as Allied gains increase at the trench lines east and west. The Central Powers, once dominant for two months, show reduced strength as Verdun remains a focal point of the clash.
At a June 16 meeting in Fair Lake Spry supporters in Weber county claimed 69 delegates. In Ogden last night Spry lost 20 of 36 delegates. overall Weber and Salt Lake districts barring a majority will prevent Spry nomination. Contests produced surprises with Heywood, Leveda, Figgare, Foulger and Parmley notable, while Howell and others shifted the race in several districts.
Progressive leaders convene in Indianapolis to discuss viability of a national ticket. Following New York Progressives in Syracuse who declined to endorse Chas E Hughes, Utah Progressives realign before election day. Bainbridge Colby expected to helm. party consolidates with Massachusetts California New Jersey Michigan Indiana Kentucky Missouri and more.
A damaged OCR summary describes Ogden and Weber Canyon scenes in a Union Pacific publicity booklet. It details routes to Salt Lake City and Ogden, connections for Yellowstone travelers, and notes the area as a major western railway gateway with scenic views and potential power prospects.
The Hermitage a rustic inn in the canyon is famed for its chicken and trout dinners. Observations from Observation Peak show the eastern ridge and the summit reach high elevations as time zones shift to Pacific standard time.
The Standard urges city clocks to move about one hour for more daylight. Salt Lake may adopt daylight saving with Rochester chamber of commerce backing. Detroit adopted Eastern Standard Time in 1515 after years of agitation, with the More Daylight Club promoting the change to reclaim hundreds of daylight hours for outdoor life, health, and economic benefits.
Real estate transfers list unclear owners and parcels including W A Hickenlooper, Alvord, and Mary Extratoth Allen. Descriptions mention several starting points, townships, and quarters with several illegible terms. The fragment mentions coordinates, parcels near Lake Morton and Cirke ter, and various misread figures suggesting multiple conveyances.
A historical note describes an air cooling method using ice water to lower temperatures in the Alhambra, highlighting early comfort innovations and architectural interest. The brief focuses on the mechanism and its perceived civic or civic pride value without sensational detail.
C Sanderson attacks alleged primary irregularities at Capet House, accusing delegates from Weber County of bias and detailing private votes. He questions Governor Spry and the Prohibition stance, condemns corruption and double dealing, and links liquor interests to political manipulation and public harm.
A party of eleven young women from New York, visiting coast cities, stops in Ogden on the Pacific Limited. They tour Ogden Canyon, take a band car ride, and plan to visit Yellowstone Park before returning home after a seven week trip including the San Diego fair and Old Mexico.
David Mattson tours the city with claims to control a majority of delegates and foresees Spry’s defeat at the Republican convention. The report notes a cool air as readers are urged to spend time at the Alhambra during hot days.
Washington reports President Wilson confirmed the four appointees to the new Farm Loan Board. Secretary Me l Adog announced a meeting for August 7 to organize the center. The board will soon take oaths, establish twelve federal land bank districts, and set hearings nationwide for districting. Herbert Quick and George W Norris are discussed as executive head candidates. Actual operation may not start until spring.
Local theater notes Peg of the Ring is showtimed at the Lyceum this evening. A separate city notice reports Jersey City railroads barred from bringing explosives into the city unless inspected at Newark terminals, per a city safety edict announced by Frank Hague. The railroads sought a meeting with public safety officials to discuss the order.
The death of Marty McGraw a Union Pacific conductor in Cheyenne Wyoming followed an operation for periditis. Funeral services for Stew Lydia Farley were held in the Fourth Ward Meeting House with many mourners and floral tributes. Emily Giles Johnsons funeral was set for Friday in Morgan County ward meeting house with interment in the city cemetery. The column includes a poem titled Little Chance by Walt Mason reflecting on daily labor and domestic life.
A local shop advertises truss fitting services with confidential fitting, wide size range, and options including spring bands, bath bands, hard or soft pads for babies, adults, or the aged. Custom trusses made to order with immediate fulfillment.
Our prices list various items with prices in cents and dollar signs. The readable fragments mention cream at 19 cents, talcum powder, and Mennen talcum. Names and exact items are unclear due to OCR damage, but the ad presents a price-focused snapshot of consumer goods.
We offer cameras for all seasons with prices from $1.50 up. Choose a compact vest pocket model for travel or a larger camera for personal use. Also in stock are all camera and photo supplies suitable for children and adults.
An ad offers abdominal belts elastic bands wrist bands knee caps and various supporters for men and women. It boasts a large stock of surgical supplies and promises to custom make items on order. Fittings are confidential and satisfaction is guaranteed.
Washington reports continued Senate debate on the District of Columbia Appropriation bill while Friday sessions face a pause. Navy bill discussions focus on proposed personnel changes amid restrictions.
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