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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1917
Page
2
An independent newspaper proudly established as a standard publication, noting it publishes every evening except Sunday. The excerpt emphasizes freedom from censorship with a slogan about an unfettered press.
From a German source we obtain figures on war costs and losses. The article cites eighty billion dollars in war loans, seven million five hundred thousand killed, twenty four million injured, with five hundred thousand permanently crippled. It notes a birthrate decline across leading nations and adds at least a further one billion losses if the war continues beyond a year.
The article portrays Salazar as an opponent of American interests in Mexico, noting his leadership in West Ford under Diaz, his shift to Villa’s raiders, capture on U.S. soil, escape, and his later vow to target Americans. It argues his death could curb violence by Villa and rebel bands along the border.
A wartime appeal urges sacrifice and support from home. It stresses cutting extravagance to aid soldiers in France and allies, noting the fight began before 1916 and calling citizens to contribute through shared effort and thrift.
Fragmentary wartime account describes German air attacks targeting English coast and Zeebrugge, with calculations of flight ranges from the Channel to cities like Berlin. It notes retaliatory aims against German capital, outlines long-range bombing plans, and mentions damage near Krupp works and other targets.
Report describes aircraft seen near Ogdan believed to originate from a nearby aviation station. An air machine with observer reportedly traveled from Meden to Sacramento, starting at evening and continuing until morning, reaching speeds around 110 miles per hour and covering about 700 miles by rail distance though claimed distance seems longer. The flight reportedly crossed two mountain ranges, with past attempts failing to clear the Sierra Nevada.
An obituary notes the death of Thomas W. Jones, a longtime Ogden tailor beloved for his jokey, compassionate nature. He knew many residents, helped build the city’s social fabric, and is remembered as a jovial, considerate figure whose work earned him community admiration.
A Warhtre ton correspondent outlines how federal actions against whiskey fail to end its manufacture. He notes the law mostly fixes distiller profits, enabling price rises, while distilleries keep operating for explosives. Proposals for a dry constitutional amendment await House passage and state ratifications.
The Mountain State Telephone and Telegraph Company announces a new city directory for Gedon with over 6000 names. Volume to be compiled daily. copy closes August 15, 1917. Call Our Main for details.
Henry Volker, 16, honored by ward members as a new city counselor candidate to succeed W. Dow Koening. Speakers included John Watson, Charles Malverenn and Wil. Cregan from the council. Volker could not obtain leave of absence from DMS Company in Port Dyngian to attend the meeting.
Robert M. Naelling, 24, of Ogden now serving with the American army in France, according to his sister in Ogden. He previously worked as a machinist, moved to St. Louis with his parents, joined the Twelfth Engineers in July, and sailed for France July 28.
An old advertisement touts Goli Medat marjem caprules from Mollend as a miracle tonic. It claims to restore strength, cure stomach derangements, kidney issues, and general fatigue by stimulating appetite and boosting energy. The text promises money back if it fails and urges readers to look for the product name Lo Meal on every box.
Ogden boy and American embassy attache in Petrograd, Parl Packe tt, cites extreme price levels and demoralized trade as revolution disrupts transportation. He notes no severe food shortage but says clothing costs and distribution are crippling, with some items cheaper in America despite shipping. He planned to return home but remained amid evolving events.
A boy named Crichtlow was accidentally shot in the ankle while on a family outing near Wheeler east of Ogden. Companions Darrell Clark and Gene Uvitt aided him as rescuers rushed him toward medical care. deputies later found the boy and brought him home by horse. The incident occurred when a .22 caliber weapon discharged as the group walked.
Irrigation experts from the United States government praised the East Canyon dam and reservoir in Weber County as a monumental project designed by Engineer A. F. Parker and built by the Davis and Weber County Canal Company and Utah Construction Company. The tour included Fortier, Parker, officials, and company reps who noted its 150 foot wall, a lake one and a half miles long, irrigation of 15 000 acres, and a tunnel with a large water flow.
Ernest T Spencer is named chief spring editor of the Ogden Empire publicists profile notes his long career in Ogden and Salt Lake City papers. He began on the Ogden Standard in 1902, worked on Salt Lake papers, spent time on the Boise Statesman star, and contributed illustrated stories to magazines.
Mrs Dan Hamer returned home after a stay in Paris Idaho and weeks of covering events. Archie Bowman Jr visited from Nevada for a few days, spending time with relatives on the ranch and with family during the summer.
Mrs Menten Wheat hosted part of last week at her home with guest Mrs J J Meldredge of Bountiful. El dredpe ds the daughter of the late William Jennings, an early Pioneer of Bull Lake, joining many friends here. Mrs eldredae traveled to Mendon Utah Wednesday with her party to visit old trends and acquaintances.MISS LILA ECCLES HOME LUNCHEN Mrs Charles H Kircher hosted a luncheon for Mes Frank J Canyon to meet her on Wednesday August TS.
A reader from Ogden writes that his parents are aged over 70 and not dependent now. He vows the city will fulfill its duty to his parents if they ever need help, and expresses willingness to risk life for the state and fire department if required. Signed Arie Pewr Measters, 2011 Adame avenue.
Editor column recounts local incidents with petty theft, tenant landlord altercation, and a court judge’s admonishment. It questions equal treatment in justice, notes a resident being fined, and laments lack of a named woman involved in the corn theft.
An advertisement invites readers for a Yellowstone Park excursion on August 18. It promotes tours from multiple points via Park ria Hotels or Camps and urges inquiries through a local agent for rates and reservations. The contact is a city office listing Bald Watkington Aves with phone 2500.
From Orlando Misa Roth dunn whoee home is in Portland Ole ds Bere for several weeks visit and is the howe pacet of Misa Von Recieg on det tion avenue Mrs MARKS TO VISIT HERE Old frietda oft Mea Walter Marks she was before het mariage Tdi Kuhn ail welcome her to Ogden acaln after nine dank insttence by St Louis Mrs Marka expected to arrive tonight accompanied by her two ren Walter and deck they will be house guests of her parent Mr and Mex Abe Run her three or four weeks in Munro avenue Wilford Snding Honored Wilford Shiedling a vicrator of Wat tery Dhwea presented Sun a hand some wate by tarletds Tueaday Tene The wate was a he nature of parting KLM for the Young Soldier showing the ashen which he is held by its many friends.
The affair featured music and social gaieties with Smeding as the honored girl. Misa Vera DeLa meter and Herman Fetscher led the evening, the latter as toastmaster presenting a watch. Guests included Verna Keyser, Myrile, Alice Unsworth, Vera DeLamater, Lilian Minogon, Martha Farrin, Donald Mohiman, Arthur Wendel, Clarence Oberg, Leonard Akins, and Wilford Smeding.
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