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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1916
Page
2
The Standard, established in 1870, is an independent newspaper published every evening except Sunday with a brief notice of its publication schedule and local emphasis.
Report warns Oxden Cenven road from Hontatille toward Eden has steep curves and no warning devices. Farmers complain state law requires drivers to sound warnings yet few automobile owners observe it. Accident may be needed to enforce safety.
A historical notice argues for a gradual shutdown of liquor sales before Utah becomes dry by next year. It urges curtailing licenses now to ease the transition, predicting business disruption and pressure on law enforcement as prohibition approaches in August.
A September meeting of the Federal Farm Loan Board in Ogden is planned to discuss credit needs, interest rates, land values, and site merits for the rotating twelve banks. Local businessmen and farmers are urged to attend a mass meeting Friday to promote Ogden as a potential headquarters and Forest Service district center.
Republican headquarters report that voters favor a non protective tariff, arguing a 1912 alignment showed Republicans outpolled Wilson by 1.3 million with some voting across parties. They urge constant tariff defense, noting shifted views on protection and postwar trade concerns amid German competition.
Large ammunition orders reach by way of Henry Clows of New York as proof allied forces push to exhaust the Central Powers. Copper trade remains firm with strong demand, while Britain’s self-sufficiency grows. Despite big orders, the war is not nearing an end as American steel and munitions soar into 1917 with select suppliers favored for reliability and capacity.
The speaker credits contributions to a strong wartime effort and, with anticipated full yearly mobilization, argues prosperity for the United States will be solidified enough to resist calamity. The tone emphasizes continued resilience and enduring economic vigor derived from the war period.
In Butte Montana vandals strike large plate glass windows and public walls at night, spreading tobacco stains and causing costly damage to ornate storefronts and buildings. Officials urge early intervention, education, and respect for others property to curb this destructive behavior.
The article discusses youths entering damaged or derelict buildings in Butte and similar cities and defacing walls with obscene or harmful writings. It argues for early discipline to instill respect for others’ property to prevent escalating behavior and social disgrace. It notes that some youths naturally respect property while others require guidance, and the community bears consequences when instruction is lacking.
Dr Evans says Leone paralysis is preventable and curable, noting knowledge grew in recent years. He describes the virus as tiny, surviving freezing, drying, and heat, found in nasal and mouth secretions, spreading through coughing or sneezing to the spinal cord’s anterior horn and muscles.
Fragmented OCR notes describe secret military punishments seen as cruel and public shaming used to deter offenses. Mentions whipping, ghosphiers, and authorities citing public discipline as a weapon. references to mutiny act authority and harsh penalties for minor offenses.
The piece recalls Courtemartial in 1649 and Napier's note of 660 to 1000 lashes, detailing brutal punishments and hospital returns. It cites parliamentary debates and figures like Parnell and Alexander MacDonald condemning flogging, contrasting French discipline with revolutionary ideals and Napoleon era practices.
A San Francisco bulletin mocks a Rockefeller foundation effort to treat Bulu Island tribes for skin diseases and parasitic infections. It argues that such “coddling” masks brutality from imperial attempts to civilize by force and questions the aim of medical philanthropy versus control.
At the Utah Theatre a photo play titled The Bigger Man will be shown, a railroad labor show depicting present conditions.
Chicago grain markets opened higher on rains in the northwest and foreign demand, with December wheat rising to over $1.50 before slipping. In Chicago and Omaha livestock markets hogs and cattle showed gains, while San Francisco traders reported higher hog prices and a new fish price control mechanism tied to a cooperative effort among fishermen, wholesalers, and retailers.
New York trading opened with about 100000 shares changing hands as Steel rose to 96 1 2, lifting 25 percent of the volume. Bethlehem Steel, Bears Roebuck, Industrial Alcohol and others showed advances, while profits-taking trimmed gains later. Bond activity remained strong with Anglo French issues absorbing 530000, mostly at small advances. In Chicago hogs hit records at 11.25, cattle and sheep markets were steady to weaker after a brisk morning air.
Globe Arizona reports a miner killed Saturday at the 614 Dominion mine near Globe. The deceased is identified as Wm McDonald, noted labor agitator from Blebre, Ariz. He reportedly received pay under the alias Fred Gale, a former mine employee.
The two theatrical offerings Peg O The Ring and The Man Across The Street are scheduled to play at the Oracle today. Local audiences may attend both shows as part of a single program.
Summary of the local market on August 2 1916 with lower priced fugues drawing attention as minor trades, American Copper changing hands at 10 1 2 cents, Colorado Mining at 15 2 cents, Seven Troughs steady at 3 12 cents, Iron Blossom trading at 157 12 dollars, and overall activity described as quiet. quotations from J A Hogie Co brokers in Washington.
A morning sales list shows several mining and metal firms such as American Con Copper, Bingham Annass Me, Yeaver Lake Metals, Cedar Talisman, Colorado Mineral, Cottonwood King, Jroh Blossom, King Willem, Poche Bristol, King Con, Sella, Seven Troughs, Walker Capper, Iron Blossom and Lehi Tlatle. Entries include varied quantities and unit prices, reflecting a volatile market for metals and related commodities.
A fragmented stamp sale listing shows May Day 10c Mineral Flat 12c 600, Opahonga 1c 1600, Seven Troughs 20c. The text reads as miscellaneous stamp values and quantities, with several OCR gaps in place names and denominations.
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