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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1919
Page
2
The Onden Standard notes that the Audit Bureau of Circulation and the Associated Press hold exclusive rights to certain news content. It states that material credited to them is used under republication rights in the paper and that all other local news is published herein.
The article argues for cautious wage demands by shopmen and government mediation. It notes railroads under federal control incur large deficits, limits on government funding, and the need for confidence to avoid nationwide disruption. It urges compromise over radical action to maintain economic stability.
Secretary Laney F. Reed travels to Utah to boost Idaho reclamation work. He cites only about {,000,000} acres cultivated in the Snake River valleys and argues conservation and water impoundment could raise to 2,000,000 acres. Reed urges districts, joint efforts with corporations, and federal legislation to reclaim Idaho valleys, with The Standard pledging support.
Count Bernstorff argues Germany misread the United States before 1917 and that American entry changed the war. He says Europe underestimated US power, that peace might have come earlier with American mediation, and cites Chateau Thierry where American troops halted the Prussian Guards. The piece notes America's rise as the mightiest power and a global beacon.
Development of Idaho resources boosts Ogden with wholesale markets in Idaho, expanding manufacturing in Snake River Valley. Idaho cattle hogs and sheep feed local packing houses while Idaho grain sustains new flour mills and elevators. Ogden becomes more linked to Idaho’s business and industrial welfare.
Major H F Christiansen of Salt Lake says after a Berlin posting with the U S military mission that German sentiment still clings to the idea of kultur and German global rule. He notes Germans view defeats as temporary and say the war is to spare their people from starvation and losses while believing the Allies must admit defeat. He describes conversations across the German empire during his wandermes and sees continuing longing for German influence.
The Standard warns that German belief in inevitable victory and aims for world dominance persist after the war. It argues for a strong Polish buffer state to prevent German control of Russia and a resurgent militarism that could plunge the world into another great war.
Fragmented text describes rioting in Chicago with troops restoring order. It notes racial tensions as the origin, calls for law and restraint, and hints at ongoing debate on segregation versus social peace. The mudded OCR mentions bloodshed, shifting control, and a call for stronger civic authority.
Plans for a Weber Normal College gymnasium awaiting church presidency approval outline a three story reinforced concrete building facing Twenty fourth Street. Estimated cost ranges from 250000 to 280000 dollars with a 60 by 25 foot plunge pool and 72 by 100 foot main gym on the second floor plus a ball room and running track. A roof garden may be added later and skylights provide natural light for the gym and handball courts.
Washington and Als. reports show union leaders pressing for wage increases amid pending congressional action. Director General Jewell says only government action can grant raises while rail workers weigh strikes and Congress debates a new cost of living adjustment. President Wilson faces pressure as unions demand relief.
Australian players were anticipated to arrive and compete in Newport for the third annual invitation tournament. The field features William Ta134 of New York and Woheet kira of San Francisco, with William Johnson of California facing F C Johnson, last year’s four wheel champion.
Losses from fires in Montana and northern Idaho through July total 745000 dollars, estimated by Glen A. Smith, assistant district forester. Heavy rains helped ease fire danger in Montana, while Idaho saw continued fire activity. About 615000 has been spent fighting fires in Montana and northern Idaho this season.
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