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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 05, 1919
Page
8
Washington August 4 The House Interstate Commerce Committee voted to report the Cumming refrtrand bill restoring the right to set rates during the remaining period of quarantine control The bill was amended to prohibit any range in transit rates until approved by the state commission
Ogden and Evanston will soon be connected by a much better highway as officials of Davis Weber and Morgan counties plan the Weber Canyon road in excellent condition for the arrival of army motor transport convoys. The Morgan county sheriff telephoned J. S. Lewis, Ogden Merchants president, about efforts to improve the road and asked for any additional ideas for joint county action. Officials of the three counties discussed necessary repairs and cooperation to secure a national highway route, while warnings emerged about counterfeit labels and phony pharmaceutical products targeting public health.
Jy Faria of 15 Street in Daventon Virginia reports dramatic recovery after Tanlac treatment. He cites relief from back pain headaches constipation and sleep issues along with weight gain and improved appetite. He asserts he feels better now than in Albany life and endorses Tanlac as a mighty fine medicine.
Western Union plans reorganizing and expanding its Salt Lake district service. The company will open ten to fifteen new facilities in Idaho and Montana, with some offices becoming independent. H. W. Deneke is appointed Salt Lake superintendent and H. W. McLeod becomes office manager. Life notes Salt Lake employs 325, payroll around 16,000 dollars monthly, and that 41 toll workers were on the way in October 1910.
The Federated Shop Trades of Canada will issue a strike vote call for 35,000 railway shop employees, with returns due by midnight August 4. Demands include a 41 hour week, 83 cents per hour minimum for mechanics, 60 cents for helpers, and a 10 cent per hour raise for apprentices.
Mrs. George Bass of Chicago head of the women's bureau of the Democratic national committee toured sixteen western states and reported to Credent Wilson that many women feel the cost of living is high. She said there is strong support among women for the league of nation and belief that women voters would oppose any candidate not favoring the league.
Captain Arch bald Roosevelt was moved from a hotel room to Presbyterian hospital in Chicago suffering from French fever and after effects of poison gas from service in France. He arrived yesterday from Gyssel Bay to enter the supply of the Silair Refining Company. The physician said his condition was not serious and he would be able to leave in a few days.
In Paterson New Jersey about 15 000 to 17 000 silk workers went on strike today in a city wide action covering all mills. The total silk workforce is about 25 000 to 28 000. Later thousands more joined after being locked out for arriving 40 minutes late as owners push for a 44 hour week in the mills.
Leaders of the county boys and girls club met in the federal building to arrange the annual outing at Hermitage grove in Ogden canyon next Saturday. Activities include a 10 am arrival, get acquainted exercises, a six inning baseball game, a girl volleyball contest, multiple age races with $1 prizes, crafts like needle threading, and a swimming race plus free dancing.
Poslam ads promise persistent relief from eczema and skin troubles like pimples dermatitis scalp scale and itching with claims of noninstant improvements after continued use. The ad offers free samples from Emergency Laboratories New York. Rain halts fires as Pend Oreille Coeur d Alene and St Joe forests burn less thanks to rainfall. ongoing firefighting reported in Idaho panhandle areas.
A formal Labor Federation statement from Washington argues for public ownership of railways, joint management by public officials, rail workers, and operating leaders, and removal of private capital. It contends wage increases fail to curb costs and urges a bipartite control with profits shared by the public and workers.
A speech argues that railroads should be operated by public interest with representation from consumers workers and managers to ensure service over profits. It proposes a non profit corporation controlled by equal voices to guarantee investment returns and reduce transportation costs for all, linking railway pricing to public welfare. Chairman Cummins chairs a Senate committee meeting to discuss railroad issues and potential hearings.
Denver exporters push expansion into Latin markets by tailoring packing to 250 pound machinery, issuing Spanish business circulars, and extending credit through New York banks. Firms report established relations across South America and expect better transit via Andean routes.
In Paterson New Jersey 1500 silk dyers walked out joining more than 13000 idle workers as unions push for a 44 hour week and a 32 percent wage increase. Latin American inquiries rise in the past six months, with broader labor unrest noted alongside the Silk Dyes company action.
Woman credits a remedy with relief after nine years of illness from typhoid fever stomach and liver troubles. She describes chronic constipation and her improved health after using Mayra Wonderful Remedy. The advertisement promises a simple preparation that clears catalytic mucus and reduces intestinal inflammation, including appendicitis, with a money back guarantee from A.B. Meinstryre Drug Co and druggists everywhere.
Governor Robertson sent instructions to all county attorneys to convene in Oklahoma City next Friday to discuss steps toward reducing the high cost of living in Oklahoma. A second dispatch reports the Pacific Fleet making faster time and set to anchor off the Coronado Islands Wednesday at 2 o clock, per wireless messages from Admiral Hugh Talmore.
Fragmented ad style notice claims a remedy called Catarrh Cure for blood and mucous membrane issues. It asserts quick relief, cites a physician’s prescription and sale by F. O. Cienet & Co. and chemical components, with marketing aimed at broad cures and consumer devices.
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