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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1916
Page
2
The Standard prints as an independent daily paper published each evening except Sundays and holidays. It proclaims no muzzle or club dictates its content while covering city affairs, commerce, and national events with a continuing editorial voice.
President Wilson aims to avert a strike to boost reelection prospects. If a strike occurs, his political future darkens. he may use all means to prevent an open breach with conflicting interests and avoid a damaging conflict.
A wartime briefing notes German and Austrian forces pressed on Russian lines after a Dunafec breakthrough. It warns of a potential Russian counteroffensive, with Moscow moving west of German flanks toward Poland and Galicia. The piece predicts a central powers crisis as troops are stretched across fronts and reserves tighten.
The piece argues foreign shortages and European demand have reduced munition orders, risking layoffs in U S plants and tempting workers to fill strike breakers roles. It notes 9 percent of 400 000 railway workers voted for strike and urges presidential mediation to avert a national transport paralysis while condemning rumor campaigns to destabilize American prosperity.
An Ogden notice invites residents to welcome Chas E Hughes on August 24. It praises him as a former justice of the U S Supreme Court, former New York governor, and leader of a major party. The piece urges tactful hospitality and notes past presidential visitors McKinley Roosevelt and Tate.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss early settlement fallout and pressure on Ogden to handle city sewage generation along the western riverfront in a less offensive manner as growth continues. The text hints at planning or settlement issues but is incomplete.
The article discusses using Milwaukees activated sludge method to treat city sewage. It explains sludge as a bacteria rich byproduct, with 20 percent sludge mix and 0.437 cubic feet of air per gallon of sewage. About 95 percent purification occurs in four hours, excess liquid flows to streams, and dried sludge can be sold as fertilizer. Estimated profits and costs are outlined, noting air pumping, tanks, upkeep, and interest as additional factors.
Uteh Agricultural College urges fighting houseflies in August due to disease risk and high fly activity. It cites lifecycle data, breeding habitats from manure and decaying matter, and offers a bread trap method with milk and molasses. warns against mouth ingestion and notes dangers of poison pap ers.
Lagoon draw plans include three Ogden stops on Fair Lake & Ogden Railway trains for the Retail Merchants Association corn roast. Extra cars to avoid crowding, South End residents served via Third Street and Lincoln Avenue. Lagoon attractions, films, and entertainment listed for the day.
Beautiful Mary Boland stars in a dramatic adventure filled romance presented at the Utah Theatre today and tomorrow. The film promises wholesome love scenes, striking visuals, and uplifting moments for audiences seeking sincere entertainment.
Report notes Ogden playhouses pride in cleanliness and safety while hosting varied shows. Readers are invited to spend afternoons at venues as August heats persist, with schedules highlighting a Monday appearance by Ceorad and other performances.
Notice states that John Jefferson, doing business as EIR, will not be responsible for any debts collected except by himself. The notice clarifies individual liability and designates John Jefferson as the sole person liable for debts.
Crown Scientific Tubes puncture proof guaranteed for 12.00 miles without reinstating advertised by Mack and Robinson Auto Company. C. C. Schorzman, Sales Manager. See "Peg" at the Oracle Theatre Tuesday and Wednesday. Bronx City, Iowa, Aug. 14. Ralyn Powell of Omaha won the ferate to team championship. Keenerth Reerick of Primghar defeated by default, preventing play today.
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