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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1916
Page
2
A fragmented OCR note discusses Democrat voters entering a Republican primary and renouncing party ties. It questions interference in policy and whether party lines should constrain legitimate political choice. Names and clear facts are missing, leaving a cautious, speculative tone.
Fragmentary voter returns from Bast Lake primaries show Tribune exye Spry winning a claim of majority support for Sending with Morris second. Herald-Republican disputes results claiming different leading candidates. Exact outcome to be decided at the Ogden convention ballot next Tuesday.
The article recounts German escape and Allied pursuit during wartime. It notes German resourcefulness as a key factor, cites a submarine's escape from Chesapeake Bay, and describes captaining decisions by Captain Roenig to seek neutral waters.
An editorial in the Herald-Republican argues Republicans should rally behind a viable candidate in Utah to defeat Democrat misrule in Washington. It warns Democrats would misread trends if they expect a victory from intraparty clashes and stresses unity to avoid a repeat of past national misfortunes.
The article reports the spread of the alfalfa weevil from Italy to Salt Lake and into Idaho, Utah, and surrounding areas. It details agricultural warnings, spread patterns, and control methods including cutting, pasturing, and early spring cultivation to reduce egg hatching and protect yields.
Judge Henry Nell of Oak Park Illinois advocates for mothers pensions and public education on poverty. A G Bernard Shaw card quotes his message urging aid for hungry children and literacy, arguing neglect costs society and urging policing focus on starving and illiterate children. He warns ignorance harms America's future.
Mrs Lizzie Piggott writes that Ogden City should hire Prof Smith as superintendent praising his dedication to students and impartiality. She argues his broad mind and honest approach would win trust of mothers and fathers and benefit all boys and girls.
A Sunday excursion ad promotes trips via the Oregon Shore Line to a lake and back for $1.10 round trip. The notice lists frequent departures and additional offerings, inviting travelers to enjoy a day trip on the railway.
A fierce Aug storm strikes Fargo and surrounding areas with high winds and heavy rain. Reports indicate tornado-like winds damaging several structures while utility outages affect multiple communities. No fatalities reported as crews assess damage and restore services.
In Washington on Thursday the child labor bill debate intensified as supporters argued constitutional authority and interstate commerce controls. Senator Robinson defended legality based on Supreme Court rulings while Senator Hardwick urged states rights, condemning federal overreach and warning the measure could exceed constitutional bounds. He cited Alabama and Georgia concerns and noted opposition from southern manufacturers’ lobbyists amid political maneuvering in the capital.
The report notes a Dodge of health restrictions in New York and New Jersey due to polio risk. A theatrical event titled A Railroad Bandit, starring Mark Walcamp, is scheduled for Saturday at the Oracle.
Judge Cavender dismissed forty seven inditments from Las Animas and nearby counties, those pending for trial on change of venue. Defendants include John M. Lawson and others from the United Mine Workers. Four indictments against Laceon for murder remain, with Lawson still on bond awaiting appeal. Administrative action in Huerfano county strike cases will follow.
Fragmentary reminiscence recalls a child’s fantasy of Never Land with fairy princes and a loved companion. The piece mentions a character named Murray and a park setting, and reflects on growing up with such stories and daydreams.
Muddy Creek area in Blair's Creek Darren region north Tennessee reports 55 dead after a Wednesday night cloudburst. Ten families were wiped out with ten members per each of two households among the victims. Bush Ferguson and Porter Walker families each lost ten members. additional missing remain unconfirmed. Property damage estimated under 159,000 dollars, including washouts on two creeks along the Lother railroad between Middlesboro and Knoxville.
The message directs children to the Sanitary Alhambra tomorrow afternoon for the special parts emcee program from 2:16 to 4.00.
Berlin reports Austro Hungarian admiralty says on August 1 an Italian air squadron of fourteen battle planes attacked from Triest toward Isthrix. One Caproni machine was shot down at 2700 meters. the Italian pilot was killed and two observers captured. An Austrian hydroplane crew returned unharmed.
Acting Secretary Polk announced the United States will pay 25 million dollars to acquire the Danish West Indies. The three islands St Thomas St Croix and St John will transfer to U S sovereignty. Secretary Lansing and Danish minister Brun witnessed the signing in New York as the administration seeks Senate ratification this session.
Captain David Thompson of the Strathness reports engaging a German submarine on July 15. A six pounder gun crew fired when a ball struck the submarine causing it to explode and dive. The Strathness, slightly damaged, escaped with dented plates after the attack.
Chicago today reports a sharp advance in wheat prices amid trade chatter about crop prospects in Saskatchewan Manitoba and Alberta. September futures jump about five cents to around 1.34 a bushel from yesterday’s close as traders gauge larger yields and weather conditions.
Photographs at Alham continue to draw steady crowds with reliable quality and consistent screenings. Local patrons praise the studio for dependable imagery and accessible film selections.
Chicago August 4 Citizens of proper age who have undergone training at army camps may apply for examination for commission as second lieutenants in the Regular Army. A telegram from the War Department in Washington announced this today at Central headquarters. About fifteen hundred vacancies exist in the grade of second lieutenant.
In Jersey City four men charged with manslaughter over a devastating blast on Black Tom Island, causing about $20 million in damage, had their hearing postponed to August 18. The defendants claim no origin on a dealt wreck and seek testimony from a company employee. Police continued to monitor rail shipments for explosives amid the inquiry.
Detroit won the bid to host the supreme lodge biennial session of the Knights of Pythias, receiving 81 votes. Chicago had 23 votes and Portland Maine 17 while other cites such as Buffalo New Haven and Washington were considered.
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