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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1919
Page
2
Citizens in Ogden push to extend the stay of the army transport corps citing a demonstrated influence. Senator Smoot reports Washington will not interfere with the schedule, prompting a Salt Lake stop hoped for as the effort unfolds amid criticism of rule bending.
Eighteen year old Rosie Lucco was abducted by three unidentified Italian youths who dragged her from in front of 547 West Oak Street into a taxicab. Her father Phillip Lucco witnessed the incident from an upper window as the cab sped away before he could intervene. Authorities were not named, and the article contrasts the act with fires as more destructive to property and notes a general preference for safer Western life.
The Senate heard Senator Lodge attack the League of Nations with an advertised speech. Gallery applause and long cheers followed, while Williams faced jeers as he tried to respond. The incident sparked debate on public sentiment and partisan fervor.
In Salt Lake City last night Governor Simon Bamberger declared he would retire at term end. He spearheaded a Salt Lake to Uintah basin railroad project and plans to devote resources to that undertaking, affecting Utah Democratic prospects for retaining the governorship.
A F Parker of Ogden was chosen as chief engineer for the preliminary work on the Weber Provo reclamation project extending to nearby counties. The plan envisions 100 000 to 200 000 acres of land, floodwater impoundment, and a central distributing system, with possible federal state and private funding. An executive committee of Salt Lake and surrounding counties will oversee fundraising and data collection, with meetings set at the Capitol to outline immediate steps.
In Budapest a month of control by the Bolsheviki collapsed as Romanian troops police the city. Reports describe aristo crats hiding in parlors while servants serve guests. Rumanians are said to have routed homes, humiliate employers, and appoint placards while sweeping workers quarters. Wireless networks reportedly captured and trains halted as occupation endurance grows.
Friends of Miss Ima Cohabe and Macry Magiey were surprised as Harry Bagley Jr. returned to the city with the announcement that he had wed Justica A. Lamb. The bride is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. U Cobabe of Morgan, and the reporter from the Ogden Examiner has just arrived back from service in the United States Navy.
Leo Willam Baddley of Willard becomes Box Elder county’s first recipient of the Distinguished Service Cross for service overseas with the 316th field signal corps. He enlisted Oct 3 1917, served as a sergeant and master electrician, fought on all fronts under King Albert of Belgium, and was Mustered out May 20 1919. Willard residents celebrate his record as Utaheans donate to Mormon Battalion history projects and a statewide Mormon Battalion day is proposed with exercises.
SALT LAKE Aug 13 All counties in Utah are to organize for a fundraising drive to erect the Mormon Battalion monument. A recent committee meeting outlined the plan and a Pioneer Day report from Vernal noted favorable reception. the city mayor supported the project.
Ogden Municipal Band plans a 6 45 PM concert in City Hall Park with a varied program including E Pluribus Tun, Golden Showers Waltzes, Jazz Baby, Razzle Dazzle, The Lost Chord, Sarasota March, and The Star Spangled Banner. Solo by Outs Larsen and a Sousa overture are on the bill. Atlantic City August 13. Prohibition repeal talk sparks brewers conference planned for September 28 lasting a week.
Citizens of Brigham gathered in the courthouse last evening to protest the Central railroad company plan to remove city streetcar tracks on Forest Street from Third West to the depot. The company argued the move follows approval by the Public Utilities Commission while seeking to keep the line to the depot intact. Attendees included Attorney James Devine and railroad officials A Whiley and O H Mulcahy.
Fragments describe city workers unable to return to suburban homes and food aid shortages. The text hints at American aid trains expected to bring relief, with Karane as a focal point for hopeful assistance from America.
State road commission awarded bids for cement road projects near Ogden Utah. W F H Phelps awarded contracts totaling 100,413.25 for North Ogden to Utah Hot Springs and Trout Creek to Ogden city limits, with bids from Moran and Gibbons Heed. State portions and other bids noted, protests cited, and audit trips described. Witnesses from Arrowhead Trail and auto groups discussed placarding. no action. Divorces, alimony suits, and bond notices appear in notices.
Mrs Myra Windle filed for divorce from J B Windle in Third District Court Salt Lake City charging cruelty and opposition to their family plans. The suit names J B Windle as the president and cites his cruel conduct toward her.
Ray G. Craig, son of George B. Craig and former operator of the Craig Canning factory at North Ogden, was arrested in Salt Lake City by Pinkerton detectives on forgery charges. Salt Lake officers allege he used his stepfather’s name on several checks. his real name is reportedly Dotty, and he is said to be nephew of Mrs. George Craig. Rumors link a distant heir to a $10000000 fortune in Ireland, but Pinkerton representatives doubt Craig is the heir.
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