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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1918
Page
3
A ragged clippings batch notes various local items. Sergeant W. DL Reeve returns to Ogden after training in Kentucky. An Ogden Union Railway director will not relocate claims office. Supplies and notices mention a potash factory accident with one death. German helmets intrigue, Horrocks Bros. closing sale, Camp Funston visitor Acton Lind, and service members returning from army.
A letter from Harvey Murdock, prisoner no. 80121 at Rastatt German camp, describes his confinement, surface comforts, and longing to return home. He notes improved treatment and a cooler climate, asks about family, and mentions the sender’s address and date of writing October 13.
Four Minute speakers will address audiences Friday evening December 20 at the Orpheum and Alhambra theaters as part of city events. The program includes Rev Godley Matthews and Mrs John Culley among others. Also reported are dog tax receipts, local arrivals, and a marriage license issuance for two couples.
A.W. Sampson of the Great Basin Experiment Station discusses next year’s research with the district forester and Ogden office. The station, founded in 1912, aims to improve livestock forage use on national forests and protect both amber resource and forage from overgrazing. Findings on grazing effects show sheep greatly damage aspen sprouts on clearcut lands, while cattle cause less harm when properly stocked. sheep can still crop regrowth up to three years after timber removal. Sampson will spend winter in Washington, with the station recording climate locally.
Ogden City Utah passes an immediate effect ordinance prohibiting waving displaying or carrying red flags banners or emblems in public places or assemblies within city limits. Violations bring fines up to 299 dollars or up to six months jail or both. Board of commissioners approved December 1913.
Henry W. Hardy files a land suit against James H. Adams in district court over unpaid purchase price. The defendant disputes clear title due to an uncleared mortgage of 1404 to Mr Harris's father, which has been paid but not recorded. Adams argues probate blocks opening the estate and that settlement of the mortgage ends the dispute.
Minister Godfray Matthews of the First Congregational church announces Sunday morning and evening services at the 16th Street church. Sunday school begins at 10 am with a musical service ahead of the Christmas entertainment, inviting all congregants to attend and gain confidence in the safety of public worship.
Local shopkeepers report scarce turkeys and high prices for the holiday season. Dressed fowl and live birds sell around 16 to 35 cents per pound, with geese and ducks near 35 cents. Oranges fetch 70 cents per dozen, up to $1 for large lots, while other fruits and vegetables stay near usual market levels as California and Maine goods appear in shops.
The city board of health reported thirteen new cases of the disease and one death, Robus, as inspectors urged residents to quarantine the sick and report cases promptly. Ogden officials pledged to maintain strict vigilance over the outbreak and emphasize precautionary measures.
Unity lodge No 15 F and A M will hold its annual election of officers Friday evening December 20. There will be work in the M M degree. Lodge No 6 99 pL election at eight oclock. Through we nay charge the jury, but it is usually the defendant who is compelled to pay the debt.
Private Howard Elsberry thanks Mrs. Tippincott and the Women of American Patriots for their care of service members. He notes lunches and words of support as vital boosts during wartime, shares experiences in France, and expresses pride in Ogden connections while hoping to return home to the U.S. His letter dates from October 27 in France and speaks of the division’s fierce front-line duties and the sacrifices of loved ones at home.
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