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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1919
Page
2
The fragment shows a dated newspaper subscription ad with rates and references to The Ogden Standard and AP. It mentions rate card timing and erroneous text about subscription prices and affiliations, indicating a mid 20th century newspaper display and publicity snippet.
Fragmented report notes a judge ruling on a stont impor tan smelter case near Salt Lake City. English doctors propose using diluted sulphur dioxide as a germ killer to ward off flu, urging smelters to designate health zones and charge for air treatment while discussing zinc sulphate drops for throat and nose relief.
A fragmented passage recalls a doomed charity Christmas feast where doors opened to a mob. It notes terrified crowds, tables broken, and guests left hungry as tragedy followed amid a comparison of human panic to stampeding cattle.
The article cites lawmakers arguing that without American participation a broader European peace is unlikely. It notes hopes for a Versailles treaty with reservations, warns of continued turmoil if the Senate Knox stance prevails, and references postwar occupations and nationalist tensions shaping the continental balance.
The writer argues that German is taught in public schools in the western end of the new republic and that native tongues are being suppressed. He warns revolution if the government tries to enforce linguistic changes and criticizes self determination as inadequately applied. He claims Europe expects American influence and suggests Germany or Austria could become American colonies if needed.
A Portland Oregonian excerpt discusses Benjamin Bonneville, a United States Army officer, who obtained leave to lead a 1832 expedition with New York merchants. He reportedly cached twenty wagons of trade goods along the Green River, the first wagons to cross the range, and traveled among the Wione mountains and Nez Perce before reaching Fort Walla Walla. Observatory Peak and Ben Lomond are noted, with summits around 10 000 feet above sea level near Ogden.
A terse patent style claim promises to cure piles in six to fourteen days with a product called Drogelsta. It markets a refund if failing to cure and asserts soothing relief and rapid sleep after first use. The text reads as an old superlative ad with exaggerated medical claims and unclear provenance.
Coast scribes favor Harvard to win the intersectional football clash with Oregon though doubts linger about Oregon’s defense and possible western strengths. Several analysts note Oregon’s recent Pacific Coast Conference success and question Harvard’s chances, with predictions split on scoring margins.
New York reports Otto Finegar announces a proposed motor fuel blend claiming greater economy and gentler wear on engines. The formula lists 38 parts alcohol 40 gasoline 19 benzo 7.6 other 4 toluol with 1.5 parts undetailed.
Oregon and Harvard football squads pressed on with practice despite Christmas, tickets for the New Year’s Day game selling out at Pasadena. The tournament committee considers expanding the venue from 27,000 to accommodate demand as Harvard travels from Cambridge to meet Oregon amid high expectations.
The Coast League will begin its 1920 season on March 30, running 29 weeks. The proposed schedule, prepared largely by Jack Cook of Salt Lake, was reviewed at the January 6 league meeting and sent to President Wilfom Jr. for adoption. Opening week is one week earlier than last season, adding two weeks of play and ensuring each team visits every opponent twice.
Reports from well informed yachting circles claim Sir Thomas Lipton’s Shamrock IV will undergo drastic remodeling for speed in windward work. The key change reportedly shortens the keel by about four feet to wake sleepy bowels in a dramatic lift to performance.
Preston Athletic club easily defeated Richmond 47 to 44 in Preston Idaho. Cutler led the Preston attack with twelve baskets and strong floor play. For Richmond Henderson and Merrill led scorers with multiple field goals as the game stayed in Preston control throughout. referee Whalminton (Oneida).
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