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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1919
Page
8
A reflective column argues that youth is not a virtue or virtue of life but an accident of time. It cautions against denying aging, warns that clinging to youth harms both individuals and families, and condemns vain, fashion‑driven aging that mocks wisdom and experience. It urges accepting age with dignity.
Sunboat Smith, ex Navy sailor and famed fighter, reportedly confronted John Brustus, accused lover of Smith’s wife, on Twenty fifth Street. Brustus allegedly taunted Smith then delivered a series of blows, knocking Brustus senseless before police detained Smith for the night. Brustus was hospitalized with facial injuries. authorities investigate.
Percy Smith of Ogden pushed hard in day two of the International teams championships in Salt Lake City before losing to Earl Spafford of Provo in three sets 7-5 6-4 6-4. The feature match of the day, with several local players advancing, saw Spafford defeat Smith in a tight, battle worn contest. Draws for first round consolation and doubles were to begin today as day three pairings were announced with matches including Johnston versus Aldan and Spafford versus Duncan among others.
Five dollars a day is too little for star athletes to subsist on, says a round robin filed by Jole Ray and others with Everett C. Brown. Central A A U pros head to the Canadian championships in Toronto on September 6 but struggle to meet traveling and flying costs despite association allowances. The note reflects broader concerns about aging, money, and the pressure of remaining in competitive sport.
The Utah Postmasters convention gathers in Logan on September 1 with Postmaster W W Browning presiding. George Daniel of Denver inspector in charge will speak, plus talks on parcel post and new regulations. Officers include W W Browning president and Noble Warrum Salt Lake City chair of the executive committee.
Statements from Salt Lake and Ogden citizens Sunday endorsed Reed Smoot's stance on league and treaty matters. Signatories urged support for the American foreign policy and praised the senator's position, listing numerous local names in backing.
An attorney from the Department of Justice and the Price Investigation Committee named by Frank Stringham, director of the investigation in the state, gathered to organize the inquiry. They aim to structure the probe and coordinate among agencies.
Moscow Idaho August 27 Grid Iron practice at the Idaho university will start September 15 per Coach W C Bleamaster The Warriors have a heavy schedule including a season opener against Oregon in early October and a November 9 game at Utah in Salt Lake City The list of players expected back includes Arren Harber Boise Tarry Hartwell Buhl Leon Perrine Nez Perce Felix Plastine Poratelto Marvin Carnahan Kennewick Hoyd Cornelison Moscow Justin Gowan Caldwell Grover Evans Richard Fox Nez Perce Paul Chick Evans American Falls Le Roy Thompson Boise Nell Irving Rupert Ralph Branhears Caldwell Tillman Gerlaw Roya Brizham Moscow Al Ponte Pred Graff Coeur d Alene
Los Angeles Aug 27 The Pacific Coast League schedule faces disruption as Vernon arrives for a game at Washington Park and Sacramento heads east. Advices late last night indicated teams in proximity to Los Angeles. the Tigers’ long trip from Portland is expected. Angels reportedly near Portland for a game tonight as Salt Lake’s entry looms. State and federal agencies pursue a probe into rising costs as the federal grand jury weighs evidence gathered by the United States.
New York Aug 26 The United States Grain Corporation will fix a new price schedule for Hower grades wheat amid a high share of defective runty wheat this year. Julius Barnes announced after a conference with U S Wheat Director and farmers reps that the top grade prices will align near the one grade value as warranted by crop quality and will be rotated to terminal market guarantees. Growers can mail samples for binding value decisions if they feel unfairly treated. New York Aug 27 Montana Power cuts quarterly dividend to 78 cents per share citing unsettled business conditions.
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