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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1915
Page
2
A damaged OCR text fragment mentions a murder reference and requests about discontinuation or a notice to stop a named person. Readable details are minimal, with unclear names, dates, or places, making precise attribution impossible. The piece resembles a noisy public notice or clipping without coherent context.
A Morning Twinktor Humble item reports unrest as merchants resist a mall order shift. Officials seek to relocate the Wnorklug project and replace several shops with new houses, provoking mixed reactions among business owners and residents.
Brownsville residents watch border events and Mexican affairs with wary interest. They hope for U S intervention and speculate on war expansion while awaiting calls for troops to Texas. Local commentary frames every Rio Grande disturbance as international intrigue affecting the border community.
The article quotes Enver Pasha warning that Germany faces a Napoleon like fate if Moscow falls. It notes the vast retreat from the capital would be eased by rail and auto transport, while German delays could doom Kaiser’s troops.
An extended, highly satirical look describes armies of the dead at vast scale, imagining 3,789,000 corpses occupying routes from Ogden to Utah state lines. The piece reflects on wartime devastation, widows, orphans, and the grim toll of modern conflict, with stark imagery of graves, maimed soldiers, and displaced civilians.
German plans to apply a decisive push toward the Russian capital as weather holds. Military movements press toward Petrograd, with reports of a major operation five miles from the city and Hindenburg’s forces nearing the area.
The article argues German planners eye two routes to strike at Petrograd after forcing a morale blow on Russia. They could advance along the Dwina river rail line or seize the Gulf of Riga to land near Pernau, potentially launching a naval battle to erode Russian spirits and threaten the capital.
A sweeping, if imperfect, account traces United States protectorates from Cuba to Santo Domingo and Nicaragua, detailing Platt and Teller policies, Roosevelt era actions, and diplomatic bargains. It notes debts, treaties, and U.S. policing aims amid competing European powers and Latin American resistance.
A fragmentary Washington message hints at protectorate plans and Central American annexation, while a Spokesman Review piece from WarSaW Butte recalls Civil War era quotes about encirclement. It notes the Anaconda mine and the Hickey brothers from St Lawrence County, linking to Butte’s famed copper bonanza.
Notice stating that liability for purchases or debts lies only with the purchaser and not with other firm members. It lists Fred Summerill and Ray R. Summer as party figures and mentions Summerill's Stove Repair House. The announcement appears as an advertisement.
Ogden Annie No 118 lodge hosted a banquet at the lodge clubhouse on Hudson arena to honor the City League baseball team and its bid for the pennant and Spalding trophy. Manager William Muller and players Brooks Rudiger Smalley and others spoke, with vocal solos and piano, ending with praise for the team’s strive and a promised encore tonight at the Ogden theatre.
Wedn esterday afternoon while playing with a child near Plain CH a pitchfork injured a child called Robbits and destroyed sight in one eye The operation was performed and doctors stated the remaining sight would be limited The report notes care by medical staff and advises cautious handling of farm tools in play areas
In a district court filing J K R Newey accuses Carroll Newey of taking control of the family bank account totaling 850 and pawning diamond rings in Brigham City in November 1944 to finance trips to Minneapolis and Salt Lake City rituals for relatives. The suit notes a September 20 1913 marriage and a September 1944 desertion with no children. an interlocutory decree remains.
A dramatic film feature titled The Lorelei Madonna screens next Tuesday at the Albatabra. A young artist from a Mission seeks a model for a sublime Madonna portrait and finds Lorelei, a famed beauty of the South Sea islands, who guides him through art and life, dying to reveal the artist’s destiny. Continuous showings begin at 2 PM.
In district court William Sewell sues Edward Sewell to quiet title to irrigation water in the Wilson canal. The plaintiff claims a right to use the water but says the defendant diverted it and damaged the ditches in the amount of 250 dollars. He asks for damages and a restraining order to stop the defendant from using the water.
Flale Janis stars in Nearly a Lady in a western drama poised to reach a broad audience. The star recently wrote a charitable composition on the Lusitatila titled God, Where Art Thou, which earned thousands for charity. The production is taking the stage by storm in previews and advertisements.
From Amatridam via London a London report quotes Count Reveniow outlining a direct communication strategy to link Germany with Constantinople and Vienna. He argues a new triple alliance would secure political, economic, and military ties, strengthening regional power and influencing future coalitions.
London editorials discuss the fragile balance amid Allied quarrels and the Balkan crisis. The piece notes Serbs urging caution over joint actions at a common port and praises Barban courage while urging unity among Allies.
The Express and Mail discuss Balkan maneuvering as Bulgaria delays moves, warning that failure to settle with Bulgaria hastens war end. A Rome report quotes Serbian minister Ristitch asserting Sofia holds key, with Bulgaria blamed for stalling and Serbia needing a decisive action to avert German aims.
A cinema brief notes seven reels for The Rosary but finds the film seemed short to the writer who stayed for the final showing at Ogden theatre. The review implies viewer interest remained high despite the abbreviated length.
Seventy Lake Torpedo Boat Company workers walked out causing ripple effects at other plants. The strike involved machinists and helpers joining a broader labor dispute led by the Brotherhood of Machinists. Management posted notices as 800 workers faced unsettled schedules and potential production slowdowns.
Bridgeport August 12 labor troubles in chin city and nearby towns show renewed seriousness after a period of apparent calm. A walkout of seventy machinists and a threatened strike by about 690 machinists at Farrell Foundry and Machine Company in Ansonia disturb the scene. The Locomobile Company of America faces a wage and hour demand from about 800 workers, with a response expected today. Employees at American and British companies and Standard Manufacturing plan to press demands, with a refused response signaling a strike danger.
Fragmentary wartime dispatches indicate the Ninth Infantry may be moved. Reports claim secret organizers in Texas are aiding Mexicans under a San Diego plan. Officials signal concentration of forces in Brownsville district with Mauser rifles concealed.
Reported near Mercedes, authorities say raiders organized with the assaulter of Mexicans across the Rio Grande. The equipment resembles that used by Carranza forces, signaling a potential escalation as troops concentrate in the area.
Chicago congressman Martin B. Midden announced plans to push the war department to establish an away training camp in the Middle West to prepare volunteers as officers. He argued Chicago would draw many recruits like Plattsburg and urged easier access to such instruction.
Advertises newly opened bowling and billiard parlors in the basement at 2473 Wash Avenue, inviting bowlers to visit and enjoy the refined facilities.
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