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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1917
Page
4
A San Francisco story discusses the phrase to your bit used in wartime effort. It critiques its meaning and suitability for the public, arguing it implies only small, insufficient action. It quotes Taft Merritt and cites federal administration views on the campaign and civic duty in California.
A fragmented passage argues that there will come a time when the public can be held to account for their efforts. It contends the nation calls on citizens to give their best, and individuals recognize whether they are truly trying their best. The text urges Americans to abandon mere talk of a “good bit” and to act sincerely.
Indianaapolis December 19 coal workers in the United States are asked to forgo their usual Christmas and New Year’s holidays. The National statement from the International headquarters of the United Mine Workers of America cites coal shortages and cold weather, requesting only two half days off for Christmas and New Year’s.
Seven hundred three Salt Lake division employees will receive annual pay for 1918. Names are being filed in W. O. Johnson’s office and will go to San Francisco for processing. Passes are classified by service branch with varying entitlements, some including rail passes. Long-serving workers may receive passes across the system. Many Salt Lake employees have decades of service, with several surpassing forty years.
Congressional testimony details delays in supplying Enfield rifles and the shift to a modified American type. Remington and Winchester executives describe war department negotiations, standardization hurdles, and the broader push to adopt Browning and American ammunition.
The article praises a program of war films about France and Uncle Sam, urging support for the effort and highlighting the opportunity to see how France meets wartime needs. It notes a distanced public interest and mentions labor conditions in California with weekly pay for long hours.
Palm Beach season notes a feminine ensemble featuring a fang embroidered batiste design. The embroidery decorates the bodice with a rose hue offering color elegance for afternoon strolls.
The American Grocery Company announces a full Christmas foods supply at affordable prices to encourage hearty Christmas dinners. Store highlights include California dried fruits, Shupe Williams candy, coffee cuts, and a wide range of teas and nuts with prices noted, urging families to gather for a traditional holiday meal.
The new Pantages in Orphaunt this week presents an extraordinary headliner, Tom Edwards in Pha man with the most wonderful color in the world. Edwards performs with remarkable stage presence and was once invited by a king for a royal audience. A second attraction features a lively musical comedy with a skilled comedian and attractive chorus. Seats on sale today.
Federal Trade Commission reports five week market results due to Pacific Coast strikes and mill breakdowns. Decline in mill stocks about 49000 tons and 1600 tons held at delivery points. Jobbers report small decline as market firming remains uncertain. Washington dispatch dated December 19.
New York reports a Christmas day warning linked to Vehled candien behind Ret Crone Hage as National Board of Miro Linderwriters tags the alert. Electric Hashlighte proposed to replace candles. Military hospitals offer vocational training in Canada with over 100 disabled seeking retraining for new careers.
Andnie Frefton, a suspected draft evader and self confessed deserter from the United States army, was arrested last night and jailed by Deputy Sheriff Dick Soule. Sheriff's office records show Frefton deserted from Fort Worth Texas on February 28 1912 at age 28 of Danish parentage. He admitted he did not see service in the national army and will be turned over to federal authorities.
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