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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1918
Page
2
The passage describes German forces retreating to the Marne and then slipping into discouragement after a major setback. It notes how Ford’s master stroke and a sweeping victory at Ficardy shifted German morale, revealing a transition from offensive potential to a desperate defense as reversals unfolded.
A British or American newspaper column recounts how French orphans like Jean Passard are adopted by American regiments in France. It notes the gift of 5000 francs for education, the boy’s American uniform, and the soldiers’ role in teaching and caring. The piece envisions a postwar world where French children benefit from Allied soldiers and education in the United States.
Dr A N Davis recalls Kaiser’s hesitation to receive William Jennings Bryan, noting the German leader avoided honoring Americans prominent in politics to prevent offense to opposing factions. He cites two occasions during a Republican administration when Bryan was not received, explaining fear of political repercussions.
German papers condemn the concealment of reverses by the High Command. Deutsches Zeitung calls the Somme to Avro sequence the war’s first serious defeat. The article blames Crown Prince Rupprecht of Bavaria’s troops and von Kuchmann as factors. Germany, facing American forces, is said to halt expectations of decisive battle.
German forces launch desperate countermeasures to halt the Allied offensive in Picardy as Allied troops advance toward the Chaulnes Roye axis. The battle centers on Ribecourt and the Oise valley, where French and British forces aim to clear the Mars region and push the Germans back toward Paris.
A tribute to General Foch and the United States Marines at Chatrau Thiercy. The article notes French and German reactions to American marines and other troops, praising the relentless pursuit of retreating German forces, the absence of rest as they pressed forward, and the leadership of Foch and his officers in securing a decisive victory against German lines.
Ogden’s pear industry, once thriving, was decimated by blight. Merlin J. Stone kept his northern city orchard alive by constant pruning and removing diseased limbs. This season he expects a larger crop as blight control and reduced tillage improve tree health and pollination by bees.
Word from Salt Lake states that $60,000 Annie Deaton funds for the Dee memorial hospital addition have been granted by the Mormon church’s first presidency. Plans submitted by President WW, Wretfis of the governing board and Wishon W W. Trawson reflect a four story, entirely firproof building with a new driveway for patient transport to minimize disturbance and improve convenience.
Ogden Red Cross workers receive high praise from Denver official Kenny Swan. A telegram to Rev. Carver notes eight hundred workers will receive Red Cross insignia Monday August 12. Swan extends appreciation for patriotic, enthusiastic service and high quality workmanship by Ogden chapter members.
A building project will add thirty new rooms and enlarged infant quarters, along with a kitchen and dining room. Leslie H. Trodgson is named as architect responsible for design and reconstruction of the new structure.
The Weber County school census finished Saturday under Clerk Lester He Prosar showing 2677 children of school age. 1889 boys and 1788 girls are counted, up 149 from last year. The report will go to State Superintendent Gowans to base county school funds apportionment. Detailed results follow.
The Mutwat Improvement association of the Ogden stake will hold a patriotic rally at Lorin Fare park Wednesday evening with Supt. Frank M. Driggs as principal speaker on Our Ally Italy. The program begins at 7 30 and features addresses, musical selections, flag display, and instrumental pieces by local performers.
A gang of ten German prisoners on a Southern Pacific train between Wells and Moor were recaptured by guards near Ogden. The two escapees reportedly fled toward Moor after donning guard gear, but were soon seized and returned to custody as crowds gathered at the city jail.
Maj. Gen. William C. Langfitt was appointed chief engineer for the American Expeditionary Forces. The promotion reflects his long service in engineering corps and ties to U.S. construction and defense efforts.
Casualties in the army and marine corps over seas were announced today, pushing weekly totals to 491 percent and cumulative losses since American troops landed in France to 26 112. The week’s deaths and wounded are detailed, noting many killed in action and wounded, with totals and comparisons to prior weeks and the broader casualty categories.
Obituary notes the death of Bishop J. Wood at Ogden Hospital after years of service, with details on his marriage, church roles, and survivors including children Sarah Hessians J Wood Mary Allen Alvin Wood Mazel Thurslay Tey Wool Willian G Len Charles Wood and extended family. The piece lists birth in January 26 SIS at Weber Utah and associated church leadership contexts.
Multiple obituaries and funeral notices from Ogden Utah and surrounding areas. Catherine Bouwhuis Anna Sessions James Warren Crockett Minnie Doxey Annie Layton Merill Pettingill Fred Taylor are named. Services conducted at Liberty meeting house Willard tabernacle Lindquist's Ogden City cemetery interments scheduled in coming days.
Warren Lavert Salter transfers part of lot 3 block 12 Bint A to Marthe Salter Jonsen for $1 with a warranty deed. Ita Stephens transfers right to Ina R. Jones in Lakeview addition for $1 with a warranty deed. John WW Jones and wife transfer lot 2 block 1 Ned bon Byware addition to Ecc e Laimber Company for $1 with a warranty deed.
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