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Newspaper

Utah Ogden Standard

Location

Ogden, Utah, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1909

Page

5

Ogden newspaper pricing note in 1900s circulation line

The item lists mailing class and publication facts for The Standard in Ogden Utah with rates: one month in advance seventy five cents six months four twenty five and twelve months eight dollars.

The Standard Rate Card for 1908 in Ogden

The Evening Standard publishes its 1908 rate card with flat rate per inch changes daily and special positions. It lists rates for special positions pages six and seven, top of column, first page daily rates on the lower half, and offers special contracts for weekly or monthly runs. The Standard claims superior bonafide subscribers and challenges comparison with competitors.

Utah Ogden Evening Standard THE Standard Publishing CO

MAKE IT PUBLIC. JAPAN COMMUNICATION SHAPES CALIFORNIA POLICY

A call urges full disclosure of Japan's message to the United States that influenced California's stance. The writer argues foreign policy should be decided by the people, not a single official, and demands Washington reveal Japan's threats and the nation’s preparedness.

Japan United States California Roosevelt Bacon Washington

Congress backs battleships while airship research stalled

The text notes Congress funds for battleships but the House rejected a 500000 appropriation for aeronautics research. It argues the nation must gain airship knowledge and construction capability to avoid falling behind in future war, citing Count Zeppelin’s airship capabilities.

Congress House Brest Zeppelin

Air power shifts and threats from aerial warfare

The passage argues that balloons and airships could move troops fast and strike distant targets, with hundreds of ships able to project force behind enemy lines. It warns that mastery of aeroplanes and air ships would be decisive, and lacking that knowledge would put the nation at a strategic disadvantage against a better airborne foe.

Wright Brothers New York

North Ogden land boom attracts fruit growers and rail spur

Land values rise around North Ogden as fruit land thrives and Grand Junction growers arrange investments. Oregon Short Line surveys two possible spur routes into the fruit district, planning a loop line with a possible depot near North Ogden. Decision soon, signaling population growth for the Ogden suburb.

North Ogden Grand Junction Oregon Short Line Fruit District Ogden

Republican Party Not Sold in Utah Election Allegations

The Inter-Mountain responds to charges that the Utah Republicans took money from liquor interests to win the last election. It denies any secret pact or sale of party virtue or citizenship and calls for concrete proof if such deals exist, defending the party’s integrity and independence.

McMillin Utah Inter-Mountain Salina United States Reed Smoot George Sutherland William Spry Republican Party Republican Hquor Republian Democratic Party Kearns Kearns Party Republican State Campaign Fund Holman Jolo

The Charmed Life

Oklahoma Times notes a Tampa dispatch stirring the Democratic party's conservative wing as it reports on William J.

Oklahoma Times Tampa Dispatch William J

Bryan's Safe Return From Texas Voyage Prompts 1900s Campaign Talk

The report debunks rumors of Bryan's accident in Florida or elsewhere. It notes his travels over Salt River three times in the past decade with luck deemed remarkable. Upon landing in Texas in late November he reiterated potential candidacy and willingness to serve if called.

Bryan Mr. Bryan Florida Salt River Texas

Steel Famine Threatens Industries of the Nation

Mining experts warn a looming steel famine could paralyze many industries within thirty years if ore use rises, with high grade U.S. iron ore at risk of depletion. The National Conservation Commission proposes better mining methods to curb waste and extend ore supply, noting the steel industry contributes vast value and freight traffic nationwide.

National Conservation Commission Washington United States Steel Trust Minnesota

Fire at Acapulco theater leaves hundreds dead

In Acapulco the Flores theater burned during a Governor Damian Flores tribute causing a massive loss of life. Estimates range from 200 to 350 as spectators fled a fast spreading blaze in a wooden adobe venue. Sparks from decorations and a faulty projector were blamed for the tragedy.

Mexico Cnly Acapulco Flores Damian Flores Guerrera Acapilen

Fire Tragedy Maroons Crowd as Roof Falls on Audience

Survivors recount a deadly collapse during a performance that trapped and burned many in a crowded venue. Charred remains were buried in a common trench as fire and confusion spread. No Americans were reported among the dead. the American consul was unable to attend.

Moorehead

Germ of Spotted Fever Found in Montana Camp

A report from Hamilton Montana dated February 16 states Dr Ricketts of the University of Chicago has identified the germ that causes spotted fever. He has worked in Bitter Root valley where the disease is common and hopes to perfect an anti toxin. The legislature may appropriate 6000 dollars to support his work as the fever has caused many deaths.

Hamilton Mont Hoe Ricketts University of Chicago

Mexican Catholic Sensation Over Flag Theft at El Paso Cathedral

El Paso report from Moctezuma City describes a charged scene as federal soldiers hauled down the Mexican flag hoisted over the cathedral in honor of Archbishop Jose Mora Del Rio. The act, ordered by government officials under state church separation laws, sparked strong Catholic reaction. Further developments are awaited.

el Paso Moexles Jose Mora del Rio Diaz

Debate in Milwaukee on Prohibition to Be Held

Milwaukee clash set for Friday evening March 26 with Samuel Dickie of Albion College P Michigan opposing Mayor Rose. The debate covers the resolution that prohibition as applied to manufacture and sale of intoxicating beverages is right with Dickie for prohibition and Rose for regulation.

Chicago Rose Milwaukee Samuel Dickie Albion College Michigan Prohibition National Committee Dickie

Missouri's oldest lawyer dies at 91 in St Joseph

St Joseph Missouri February 17 judge William C Toole Missouri's oldest lawyer died at his home aged 91 He was admitted to the bar in 1848 and earlier served as a Methodist preacher in Missouri's log churches Former Governor Joseph K Poole of Montana is his brother

St. Joseph WiLliam C Toole Missouri

Ivory Soap Proves Pure at Fair Prices

A brief note highlights Ivory Soap’s success due to purity and fair pricing, claiming continued sales growth over the years as a result.

Wreck on Mimols Central Trains Kills Four in Illinois

Four passengers died and thirty six were injured when Mimols Central train No. 205 struck a broken rail six miles east of Murphysboro Illinois. The fatalities include Grace Perry Carbondale and Alden Mhs Aly Den of Union County. The engine halted but baggage and smoker cars derailed and tumbled down a hillside. Patients were rushed to hospitals in Carbondale and Murphysboro.

Murphysboro Ill Mimols Central St Louis New Orleans Alden MHS Aly den Union County Brinkley Carbondale

Ten Miles of Warships At Hampton Roads Review

The fleet of battleships will form a ten mile procession at Hampton Roads for a two and a half hour review by President Roosevelt. He will board the Mayflower at 2 p.m. address division captains and crews, then visit flagships Connecticut Georgia Wisconsin and maneuver to meet each admiral.

Washington Hampton Roads Monnday Roosevelt Sperry Connecticut Louw Island Wisconsin

Silence room for women opened at Emmanuel Baptist Church

The Rev Johnston Myers in Chicagos Neb opens a silence room at Emmanuel Baptist Church rear area where women may not utter a word. A female attendant enforces the rule with a strict no whisper policy and violators are asked to leave. The space features leather couches and nap options. If successful a men’s silence room may follow elsewhere in the church.

Chicagso Neb Johnston Myers Emmanuel Baptist Church Dr. Myers

Battleships Named to Stay At Hampton Roads

Admiral Sperry telegraphs the navy department with the list of battleships to remain at anchor in Hampton Roads until after March 4 to send battalions to the Inaugural parade. Connecticut Virginia Louisiana Wisconsin Georgia Tennessee Kearsarge Kentucky will be held out of commission on arrival. eight others to depart for homeyard repairs after world voyage.

Washington Admiral Sperry Navy Department Hampton Roads Connecticut Virginia Louisiana Wisconsin Georgia Tlinois Kearsargee Kentucky Hampton Tapade

Physician of Revenue Cutter Service Dies in Cal

Dr Samuel J. Call a retired physician of the Revenue Cutter Service died in California from Brights disease contracted during exposure on the 1898 reindeer relief expedition to Point Barrow Alaska. Congress awarded him a special gold medal for his services. He was attached to the Thetis before retirement.

Hell Cal Samuel J. Call Revenue Cutter Service Point Barrow Alaska Loo Congress Call

Floor Collapse Kills Five in Valencia Hall

Five people died and around seventy were injured when a hall floor collapsed during a conscription draw in Valencia Spain on February 17. Several victims were reported in serious condition as rescue workers searched the wreckage.

Valencia Spain

Geronimo Dies at Fort Sill in Oklahoma

Geronimo the famed Apache war chief died at Fort Sill Oklahoma today after a two day illness from pneumonia. He had been a prisoner of war at the fort for twenty two years and will be buried in the Indian cemetery there tomorrow with a Christian funeral conducted by missionaries.

Lawton Okla Geronimo Fort Sill Skeleton Canyon Ariz Nelson Miles

Salome dance reaches Mexico sparks theater row

In Oaxaca on February 17 the Salome dance performed by a young American actress stirred public debate. The city council convened in a special session to view the performance and, by a one vote margin, allowed it to continue amid divided public opinion on propriety.

Oaxaca Mex Mexico

King Alfonso Plans Flight With Wright Amid Matrimonial Talk

Madrid Feb 17 Premier Maura said Alfonso's Portugal visit was private and not linked to Portugal's marriage plans. An entourage member said the king seeks an airplane flight with Wilbur Wright, despite court opposition over etiquette.

Madrid Senor Maura Kng Alfonso Manuel Portugal Alfonso Wilbur Wricht Hiro

Young American Girl to Marry Chinese Doctor

Bes sie Linder of Walla Walla Washington will wed Frank Loo a Chinese doctor practicing in the local Oriental quarter. She is 16, and her mother Mia Sarah Lamb approves stating Frank has known her six months and seems to think highly of her.

Fatally Injured Dodging Train in Oakland

Oakland California February 17 Matthew B. Gosbee of Boston was struck by an engine while attempting to dodge a train. He died shortly after sustaining injuries from the impact.

Oakland Cal Matthew BE. Gosbee Boston

Tragedy Notify Hla Relatives in Boston

The relatives of Hla in Boston have been notified of the tragedy.

Hla Boston

Court Allows Sammy Green to Wear Long Trousers

In Brooklyn, fourteen year old Sammy Green, tall and embarrassed by juvenile attire, won a children's court ruling. Judge Forkey ordered he wear long trousers and the family supplied them, solving a domestic dispute and ending Sammy's school distress.

New York Sammy Green Brooklyn Green Forkey Children’s Court Sammy

Franklin MacVeagh Retires From Business

Chicago Feb 17 further color to Tafts cabinet report shows the secretary of the treasury portfolio was tendered to Franklin MacVeagh of Chicago in business circles he plans to withdraw from his wholesale grocery business and his directorship at Commercial National Bank a retirement would enable him to assume office Frank Hitchcock met several businessmen during the day.

Chicago Frank H. Hitchcock

Mind Wobbling and the Fight for Resolve

The piece urges readers to master their fate through strong will and fidelity to ideals. It cautions against dwelling in indecision and mind wobbling, urging a decisive, disciplined approach to personal conduct.

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