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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 27, 1917
Page
8
Amid shortages a wartime vegetable marmalade gains attention as a versatile preserve. The guide lists pumpkins, squash, and green vegetables as bases with citrus and lemon notes, offering a practical spread for family tables. It outlines steps to cook, puree, strain, and jar the mixture, noting substitutions and safe canning tips.
A garbled recipe item outlines combining salt and spices with bread rounds. It mentions mixing milk and bun, rolling, layering with chopped meat, coating with a spread, then baking lightly in a hot oven for about 15 to 20 minutes.
The square of deol leign is printed on many new evening frocks with fine muslin or velvet accents. One sided funnels appear in serge and satin combinations. A French model in black satin shows bows at the turned-back cuffs ending elbow sleeves. Checks and diagonals create interesting effects. Two styles seem favored by designers for winter elegance.
A faded instructional note explains cleaning white shoes and cloth with ammonia, white soap, and mild rinsing. It warns to avoid benzine near heat, to air dry, and notes dyeing is rarely successful unless done by a knowledgeable person.
A fragmented discussion on fashion mishaps when stockings snag or run. It suggests quick mending, keeping confidence, and staying presentable during travel or meals. A brief aside mentions a French term and a name reference in fashion lore.
An old advertisement touts Cuticura Ointment for finger sores and gentle cleansing with water. It extols Cuticura Soap as a daily cleanser that heals pimples and roughness while preventing scalp troubles and keeping skin and laundry appearing fresh.
Odd clipping reports Officer HA proposing to case the 055 Supply and brighten wild torcks by planing in Morgan marsh. A farmed plan to spark fires is floated while Uncle Lige’s clock tale sits oddly in the same pastiche.
The text discusses proper attire at hotel breakfasts with three ladies in street clothes and hats, and outlines duties of bridesmaids and the maid of honor in a wedding. It notes the bride selects gown materials, the host consults family opinions, and a gentleman carries a handkerchief for delicate use.
A Salt Lake City shooting left a young man dead. Police, led by H. Hartwell, investigated a claim that Grace Livingston saw a prowler near 628 Seventh Avenue before gunfire killed the youth identified by authorities as Olivey Pus. Witnesses described hurried ambulance arrival and conflicting accounts of the assailant’s identity and motive.
Two speakers of prominence will address teachers at the annual convention in Saltate January 2, 4 and 4. George Fr. Vincent and Mr Queatt will speak. Vincent, formerly president at the University of Minnesota, is now secretary of the Rockefeller Foundation. Olcalf, former United States minister to Turkey, will discuss education in Turkey. Warner public schools announced last evening that speakers would attend.
Mrs Harriet Berry, once attacked by former tabard Frank G. Tinrry at the Royal Dancing academy, likely plans to return to California. Tinrry reportedly shot and died by suicide before his preliminary assault charge, with Berry’s wound dated December 1.
Letter from Fred Swinger stationed at Wichita Falls aviation training school recounts his first flying lessons and the thrill of takeoff. He describes engine, controls, instructor signals, and the moment of liftoff as the plane climbs and then settles into level flight before a safe landing. He notes improving weather and fond family updates.
An old soldier, Comminnier of G A H Pont Pinehaoyenc, endorses Foley Widney Pills from A. 4 Minitste Drug Co. The ad claims the pill relieves backache rheumatic pains and kidney trouble while restoring strength and vitality.
A fragmented Anglo French note from 1917 references Myra Martha Goddard and Devi Goddard in France. The missive recalls Thanksgiving customs, Corkes and wine, and a mother’s health amid troubling wartime messages.
A long, informal letter details a soldier’s Christmas in a neighboring city, discussing shopping for gifts, prices in francs, and the general holiday mood. He notes plans to buy a good tie, hopes for a leave, and mentions learning French with help from a sergeant while awaiting future reunions and a letter from home.
Captain John G Heywood son of Ogden mayor A T Heywood married Miles Nana Sigourney of New York City in a three week whirlwind courtship. The ceremony occurred at Camp Lewis Washington at 4 40 pm yesterday with Mrs A R Heywood the sole Ogden attendant. The groom, about 28, is described as capable and is expected to rise rapidly in the service. The couple may visit Ogden briefly on their bridal trip.
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