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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 02, 1916
Page
5
Lloyd's reports the British steamship Breseford sunk by a submarine. The crew landed safely. Eggesfond, 3,666 tons gross, 352 feet long, built 1810 and owned in Cardiff, last reported arriving October 31 at Bordeaux from New Orleans.
In a chamber debate, Brazil moves to acquire German merchant vessels in Brazilian ports. Thirty eight German and four Austrian ships are at Urerifian ports, valued between 15 and 20 million dollars. A separate line notes that a woman's tongue is often responsible for her shortness of breath and comments on gendered perception.
London dispatch reports ongoing rumors of cabinet or war council changes amid pushes for tougher conduct of the war. Premier Asquith conferred with the king this morning as speculation swirls over a potential administration reshuffle. Major General Sir Stanley T. Donop was replaced as master general of the ordnance by Major General William T. Furst, a general staff member.
Weather bureau forecasts a week of uncertain conditions in the upper Mississippi Valley to the plains with snow in northern sections and rain or snow in southern parts by midweek and a turn to much colder air after Wednesday. Rocky Mountain and plateau regions expect rain and snow early and late, with colder temperatures after Tuesday. Pacific states face frequent rain and much colder air in the north after Tuesday.
The Children’s Aid Society announces it does not handle Red Cross seal sales. Seals are distributed by the Utah Public Health Association for Christmas fundraising. The society invites visits to the Free Dispensary at Marshall Drug on Washington Street Saturdays for inquiries and record checks.
A plea stresses actions for the poor and neglected and calls for food clothing and money for the sick and crippled. The message asks readers to provide aid and support through donations and assistance.
Austin Texas December 2 The Texas department of agriculture announced a plan to generate a nationwide demand for rabbit meat. It expects at least one million Texas raised rabbits will be sent to New England and eastern markets this winter, boosting department revenues from jackrabbits and cotton stalks.
The Royal Qwent Welsh Male Quartet, noted for a standout concert at the First Congregational church, is booked for another concert next month. Audiences who have heard many male quartets in Lyceum and Chautauqua series regard this Welsh quartet as the finest yet heard.
The Pennsylvania State Board of Censors bans films showing safe cracking theft, watch stealing, and drug use. Condemned titles include heroines in peril, white slavery themes, Mexican scenes, prize fighting, and other indecent content across series in theaters.
Washington December 2 11 was officially stated today that the fate of the British steamer Marina destroyed by a German submarine with loss of American lives has narrowed to whether the Marina was a transport or a chartered ship. Inquiries have been made of the commander and the British admiralty and several days may elapse before a decision is reached. Germany has given notes regarding the ship and the United States.
At the International Livestock Exposition opening, educated sheep dogs from Cllearo and Meo drawn crowds as part of a student stock exhibit. The event featured fourteen entrants from agricultural colleges across the United States and highlighted a major 12,000,000 horse show in Wisconsin with premier performances.
In Ogden, a woman candidate, Mrs. Marriott, is urged for the school board. Supporters praise her honesty, decisiveness, and leadership in education, arguing a mother’s viewpoint benefits governance, with her background as a former teacher and ongoing private study promising progress and better housing and education for children.
The unieraigned express heartfelt thanks to all who aided in their hour of bereavement for their father and husband Samuel Thomas. Special gratitude to fraternal orders for support and to the singers speakers and all who gave Noral offerings.
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