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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1917
Page
2
The article notes that drafts and mobilization are advancing with uniforms and rifles ready for the next contingent. It compares past Cuban campaigns and praises the war department's efficiency and the general staff's prewar planning, while cautioning about peace-time legislative funding.
The text appears to be garbled boilerplate about the Ftandard newspaper established in 1870, claiming daily publication except Sundays and asserting Associated Press exclusivity. It lacks a clear event, person, place, or date to form a proper news summary.
Citizens report neglect in the city cemetery funded by an annual tax to maintain grounds. Complaints call for a detailed audit of cemetery finances and expenditures. If funds are used for beautification fully, charges may be dropped. otherwise, a strong protest is planned.
Utah's first convicted bootlegger was sentenced to six months in jail by Judge Geo. W. Barker of Ogden's municipal court. The editorial urges strict enforcement of prohibition and wider support for a dry Utah, arguing bootleggers harm society and should face severe penalties.
The article discusses alleged German behavior on the western front with accounts of ruthless tactics. It claims American readers must awake to barbarities described by a U S consul and British officers, warning that American resolve will grow only when exposed to such atrocities.
War Department reports a strong record in training conditions and safety under current programs. Officials emphasize disciplined procedures, improved facilities, and careful oversight to support soldiers and staff.
A series of satirical definitions from Vigilante writers characterizes war era terms and attitudes. The piece mocks contrived phrases and highlights pro German sympathy and censorship themes while noting upcoming Rex Theatre hours and cheap tickets.
Aug 31 Denver Colorado Mrs Mary C C Bradford state superintendent of public instruction announced a state slogan for Colorado Schools Think straight work hard be brave way fair sove much The slogan was chosen after a meeting with Professor Irving E Miller of Columbia University New York who is guiding state educators in developing educational logos for use in American schools Each state will have alogan
An advertisement promises a social event at The Hermitage Park offering amusements and a light afternoon encounter. The notice stresses a cool clean venue for leisure activities with unspecified date next Tuesday and distinctive branding.
San Francisco reports Dutch steamers arriving with live animals for menageries. A famed curator Charles C. Classen, "The Old Anime Quy," died aboard with nine sailors, 15 monkeys, and 12 pythons. The voyage featured a python loose on deck, a dummy pig decoy, and two trained monkeys performing to signal the keeper's approach.
Reservations and rates available at city ticket office or Union Pacific System. Contact 2514 Washington Avenue or call 2 2500 for details and full participation options.
San Bernardino Calif Aug 31 Forestry officials considered drafting ten men to fill the ranks of city fire fighters at City Creek near here to combat a blaze that has burned since Wednesday and spread toward timber, after volunteers failed to respond.
In Times Square New York three highwaymen robbed subway laborers just after midnight as crowds left theaters. A robber obtained 997 dollars from workers recently paid, and a laborer who resisted was struck with a cane. The trio fled on foot through Broadway crowds.
A brief note directs attendees to Hermitage Park for an event marked by the number 92. It appears as a crowd movement cue or public gathering instruction referenced in a historical notice. No further context or details are provided.
Aug. 31 five municipal motor busses, each carrying twenty two operatives, will enter service to relieve public transport disruptions caused by a strike affecting about 1,700 United Railway workers. Buses will operate in residential districts served by the United Railway. The decision follows a transportation solution tied to an industrial district with 25,000 workers linked by steam trains and city tracks.
An activity lineup at Hermitage Park features dancing, boating and bathing with ice cream parlors offering treats. The event, noted as a 92 grade style gathering, promotes outdoor recreation and leisure options for visitors.
PAMIS Aug 31 reports indicate Kaiser Wilhelm may alter Alsace Lorraine status. A Berlin dispatch notes Governor WH Von Daubelitz is in Berlin, with plans possibly transforming the region into a federal or state entity under a new arrangement.
Washington July 31 The $28 915 000 war bond and certificate issue will be favorably reported to the House Saturday in a move to win passage likely by Wednesday Administration leaders and the Appropriations Committee agreed to minor changes to secure Republican support.
Night began shaping plans for early Senate consideration after a referenced point. Key proposals include a four percent tax on bonds and certificates, legal treatment of income, fixed rates on war savings, and foreign bond exchanges at purchase price. treasury deposits require interest. Bond advertising spending could be curtailed to about 20 million. Debate on sailors and teachers insurance follows bond bid approval halted by Representative Darker of New Jersey opposing FOULBURE.
The Interstate Commerce Commission was asked to revise freight rates on potatoes from Minnesota and North Dakota to Iowa. Nebraska fruit jobbers associations say present rates favor St. Louis St. Joseph Council Bluffs Des Moines Mason City Fort Dodge and other Iowa points.
London dispatch reports British war casualties for August: total 99,971 on all fronts. Breakdown shows 1,278 officers and 10,945 men killed or died of wounds. 4, W222 officers and 43,469 men wounded or missing.
Chicago August 31 Charlen F Merrill secretary of the Chicago Board of Trade died today at age 66. Merrill served as president of the board in 1911 and later held the secretary post for many years, leaving a long tenure in the organization.
In Kern County California two hundred elk from the hills are devouring hay on rancher James Arp’s land in the Duttonville district. Arp appeals to the California Fish and Game Commission for relief as hay costs rise to $270 a ton. He seeks authorization to control the elk, while the commission’s attorney says the panel cannot grant permission to kill the animals.
The Vatican signals cautious optimism, noting the pope hopes for a favorable US response and plans to issue a reply after belligerents submit their answers. He may raise questions suitable for wide agreement and others needing discussion among nations at war.
Professor George Sanddy, head of psychology at the University of Utah, will run a Salt Lake laboratory for mentally deficient children over the coming year. Tests aim to find each child's best suited line of work, after which children will be reassessed and returned to public schools with a tailored study plan for development. No charge for the tests.
Aug 31 report from Salt Lake City notes Utah Trust & Tracting Co donated brick for sidewalk construction near a war prison camp. Fragmentary text also mentions Rome and Pope Benedict, President Wilson, and German railroad responses, with portions of a peace proposal discussion.
August 1 report from the chamber of commerce lists twelve sailing vessels and steamships overdue at the port. The Wairapa of 2,530 tons has been out of a New Zealand port ninety-one days, and the motor schooner Laura 3,?balen of 1,666 tons has been fifty-five days out of a Pacific port bound for the Orient.
Dispatches from Berlin report Argentine minister informed Germany that the Argentine incident over the sinking of the steamer Toro is closed. Germany agreed to identify vessel owners and to modify its submarine campaign regarding ships under the Argentine flag. A token indemnity for the Toro sinking was promised. An Arkansas unions demand uniform ten-hour law appears in the same item.
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