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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1919
Page
8
A fragmentary report describes a forthcoming early passenger plane by Olsen with Arles, slated for spring in Los Angeles. The craft, touted as the world’s fastest wing span about eighteen feet and a weight around 550 pounds, aims for 120 miles per hour.
Shipments from Jackson Hole country to Utah and other western states are underway. Cattle and horses are being herded toward Promontory Point for wintering, with estimates of about 1000 cattle and 800 horses moved to the area.
Marine Corps notes arriving at the local recruiting station indicate men in inactive duty may enlist in the Marine Corps. Applicants must go to the recruiting station for instructions and discharge eligibility. A separate report notes Ogden stores opened early for Christmas shopping with extended hours through Wednesday evening.
A brief early ad urges readers to contact J. J. Brummit at 2417 Hudson Avenue to sell their Liberty bands, with a telephone contact listed as 53 for inquiries.
An Ogden New Year celebration organized by the entertainment committee promises a lively carnival eve. Activities include dancing in the loge room mezzanine and lobby with Salt Lake cabaret entertainers providing music. Guests will receive noise makers at midnight and a variety of seasonable treats. Committee members include Robert Hoggan chair P C Richardson George Huss Art Woolley Royal J Douglasand Ren W Browning T Grevaye.
From Laramie, Colonel William Brandis, Civil War veteran, visits relatives in Ogden for the holidays. His son Charles W. Brandis, Spanish American War veteran, also plans to spend Christmas in Ogden. The item notes a local drug advertisement for Hollister's Rocky Mountain Constipation remedy.
Corey of Ogden helped make flying history last week by flying 360 miles from Casper Wyoming to Denver in three hours aboard an aircraft piloted by Bert L Cole. The trip, described as a Rocky Mountain aviation record, included passengers M O Corey and Rey Sample.
Fe travels at height of unknown feet and plans to return to Salt Lake City to spend holidays with family. Mr. Sample on business visits. Local theater features Big Bill Duncan in Smashing Barriers and Marie Welcamp in Tempest Cody Busts the Truste with Perils of Thunder Mountain. Tom Mix arrives Wednesday in Fighting for Gold.
Lloyd and O'Brien present two reels titled Cant Kidd's Kite and Spared Hearts at the Ogden theatre. A large audience enjoyed the new comedies and welcomed Eugen O'Brien with Robert Edson and Lucille Leo Stewart in the program. Critics say Lloyd's comedy tops his prior hit Lumpins Into Broadway.
KR O Livermore 22 of Ogden pleaded guilty to drunkenness before Judge BD Tabert and was fined 50 or 59 days in jail. Arrested by Officer Canfield, county attorney Bates filed a desertion complaint signed by Livermore’s wife but was withdrawn as Livermore cried. J F Hutcher charged with drunkenness forfeited bail 40 for failing to appear. Judge Todgefts ordered a warrant.
A fragment notes tourneur work featuring a well known stunt actor named Montana. The readable text highlights his strong build and role in a new film production, suggesting a dramatic collision or defeat scene as a focal point.
Star Bull Montana, famed for tough man roles, faced a rare scare while filming Joseph Conrad's Victory at the Alhambra. He hesitated at the edge before leaping to a whaleboat, then regained composure as director Tourneur watched. Montana continues work on Treasure Island sea scenes.
A meeting will be held this evening at the Hooper meeting house to explain the water project. W Preston Thomas will speak on the county water situation and a questionnaire will be filled. Farr West reportedly had the best response with nearly all questionnaires completed, only three still needed.
Packages are being delivered by the postoffice as carriers handle the influx. Residents are advised not to call for packages to speed service. inquiries delay processing. Early today crowds gathered at the post office with windows opened for public access. Saturday set a record in Christmas business and the rush is expected to rise further today and tomorrow.
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