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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1915
Page
1
Italian patriot Garibaldi predicts government or revolution within a fortnight. French aviators conduct several attacks on Eichwald across the Rhine near Neuenburg with daily excursions into Alsace and Baden aimed at German fortifications.
British government proclaims a prohibition against all foodstuffs for Germany in retaliation for the submarine blockade. The edict goes into immediate effect as German reports claim repulse of English near St Eloy and a Polish town taken. East Prussia advances continue.
Global war news reports heavy German and Austrian offensives against Russian forces with large casualties. British Britain announces possible food blockade measures, while German and Austro-Hungarian advances in Dukla Pass and along the Western Front are cited. French aviators strike near Eichwald. Reports detail prisoner captures and tactical movements across the Eastern and Central fronts.
Amsterdam reports ongoing prisoner exchanges between British and German lines as wounded soldiers await transfer. A train carrying evacuees arrived at a central station, with ambulances and staff staying to assist. Soldiers expressed fatigue yet optimism about returning home to England.
A report from Nin Hiepateh to the Tinvan Agency claims Albaniari priests and Bi ged Praba officials orchestrated raids and a Wey war Tie movement. The text alleges Mobsin medan priests funded the actions and linked them to former minister of war via unnamed Gremian agents.
Obituary notes the death of a veteran Civil War judge Omimea, a longtime figure in Indiana politics. The shattered text recalls he served in the war, attained a high court role, and was granted postwar honors before his passing.
Fire gutted the Board of Trade Building in Omaha causing about 300 dollars in losses. The blaze damaged the adjacent line of structures including the Hotel Sehite and threatened nearby properties. Fire crews battled the flames as a foggy morning hampered early efforts.
New York report states the steamship Anchor Shade Tuscania completed its maiden voyage from Glasgow to Liverpool, arriving in New York on February 16. The vessel’s steerage and regular passenger services are noted as operational, marking a milestone for the line.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a person named Thomas Whe and a Wales native en route to Canada. The line references a forage and an overheard jam while lost, but details about event, date, location, or outcome are unclear.
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In New Jersey on February 1, reports indicate the suffrage amendment was introduced by Tientom N J. The measure previously passed a legislative stage two weeks ago and now awaits potential voter consent later this year. The outcome could affect the state’s reform agenda and political alignment.
In Rome, amid realgnations and Vatican activity, a younger man is sought for a post as Belgian minister Barc Erp is decreed to the Holy See. Papal nuncio to Belgium, Ston slydor Taect, remains at Als post as Belgium heads to Rome to fill Haron BErp’s place. Oran DErp is advanced ten years. the piece notes potential further achievements in a post.
The City Council opened with a brief session on petitions from property owners along Ogden Avenue. Residents seek drainage improvements and temporary extensions of sidewalks or utilities, with action referred to the Water Works Superintendent for review and possible drainage funding.
Voter progress reported as Seven Roads seeks an advance in the election tally. Mentions of candidates and counties appear in a historical list attributed to Chicago figures and western railway districts. The text references various party lines and regional figures, with pace and effort described in the push to govern.
Mytahuts Feb 16 Tevadre of the industrial reasons. a large steel company, believed to dominate foreign trade, rejected a British government request for a contract of 1,900,000 shells at about 4.1 million dollars. The company cited humanitarian reasons for not proceeding and suggested referring the matter to higher authorities. The contract value was estimated at 4.5 million dollars.
Spaniards expelled from Baden by German authorities as part of a broader removal of foreign nationals. Reported actions indicate numerous individuals are being transported to Württemberg and other regions for processing before possibly returning to their home countries.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a San Francisco related event or meeting with references to migratory labor, convent ion plans, and border issues. Details are garbled and many names and dates are unreadable, but the passage implies a plan for four avenues and a meeting of groups near the border with references to Abiod Vie edith Aessinn.
City Hall proceedings show Wayor reclaiming the office as discussion centers on water extension plans. The mayor notes ongoing uncertainty over funding and expedites council actions while a 100 400 grant is mentioned to support city mining operations and related infrastructure.
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The report details a potato price surge and rationing implications amid fodder shortages. It notes limited potato sales, a price rise to marked levels, and government actions to curb hoarding and support soldiers. Also mentions officials acquitted and local city duties amid ongoing wartime disruptions.
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