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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 09, 1918
Page
2
In Adetria a government clothing card limits purchases to mandated garments. The measure aims to veturgent needs of the poorest and army, using depots of old and new clothes to build the People’s clothing stock for those with supply vouchers.
The Canners of Utah meet in Ogden to discuss their role in building Utah's tanning industry. The convention highlights how the their work supported broader growth and the emergence of related industries in the state.
The local American Can plant, a major factory in the state, spurred development after its Ogden cannery era. The Utah canner boosted regional wealth through farm product canning and farming modernization, though more improvements remain.
A transcribed political column discusses Senator Borah and the U.S. wartime posture toward Russia. It argues American troops and Siberian railway efforts might have altered Russia’s fate and critiques public fear of abandoning allies for financial interests while stressing aims for a durable peace through territorial readjustment.
Our State Agricultural college highlights irrigation and beet culture research. Dr Ballentine details the curly leaf disease in sugar beets, its transmission by the beet leafhopper, and life history. Field conditions affecting outbreaks are outlined with control tips for early-planted crops and healthy growth.
An American thinker, well informed on war, industrial and political aspects, predicts Germany’s imminent collapse as Allied forces advance to France. He argues Austria-Hungary remains hopeful, while Germany faces internal strain, revolution, and financial ruin, risking ultimate defeat.
The piece argues Germany must bow to allied strength, with Britain and France bearing war strain better than expected. Morale in Britain, France, and the Allies remains high while German resolve falters. Hope centers on American troops arriving in force in the spring to overwhelm the foe and end the grim era.
Union Pacific's expansion spree lights up 19th century investments with $24 million spent on improvements and bombardments. The railroad logged 744 miles of track, 92.53 miles of branches, and built seven depot stations, including large irrigation work in Roark River and nearby regions as it grows beyond common citizen means.
The railroad added 1,169 feet of corrugated iron snowsheds in the district and invested in 825,000 in rolling stock. Eighty-two engines and hundreds of cars were purchased this year. New 6000 class engines, funded by railroad men, outperform the earlier Mallets on routes from Ogden to Evanston.
The article notes Emerson Hough writing for the Committee on Public Information with franking privileges. It recalls his Ogden visit two years ago and his past defense of Germany, contrasting it with his current stance supporting democracy and Allied efforts against tyranny.
Army officer reports Myles is held without a warrant for investigation by the western department. He confirms a plot involving high officers and the seizure of machine guns and munitions. Charges concern violation of arms export laws as habeas corpus questions arise. Also named are Sonnogg and Hin, with backgrounds in revolutionary circles and prior bank check incident. Little is known about J. Collins.
Carlyle Blackwell Evelyn Greeley and Madge Evans appear in The Burglar Brady Made adaptation of a famous real selling novel at the Utah theater last time today The story moves quickly with a dramatic pace and unique settings promising a memorable viewing Harold Teleckwand tomorrow
The government orders resuming solicitation of railroad business appear temporary as control remains. Officials expect a fixed date soon to permanently end the suspensions. A new directive urges regional leaders to route freight via fastest lines, while noting extended factory work for women and children in India.
Robbers broke into Carr's Drug Store at Twenty-fifth Street and Grant Avenue last night, ransacking desks and cash drawers. About 12 dollars in cash and checks were taken, plus various coins and a small amount from the register, with an estimated total loss of 325 dollars. A second burglary at Station No. 3 on Twenty-fifth Street and Quincy Avenue involved a torn pay telephone. Police note earlier similar thefts by youths.
A notice for Carlyle Blackwell headlining the film The Burglar shown in Utah with strong audience praise. The listing mentions popular plays and players and directs readers to call 3060 for show information.
P. P. Terry, charged with a misdemeanor for liquor selling on August 16, 1317, was acquitted by a jury. The case originated in Jacose Agee's division of the district court. The state planned to appeal after prior municipal court conviction and six months sentence. Terry was represented by Skeen Stine and Chez.
An old advertises Hamburg Tea as a remedy for colds. Instructions claim a tablespoonful brewed in hot water, then consumed with aleve, opening pores and loosening bowels to break a cold. Labeled as inexpensive, completely vegetable, and harmless. A Utah directory contact is listed.
The night school at the high school, under Superintendent K. C. Johnson, will meet tonight for government instruction. About ten enrollments exist in wireless telegraphy amid few students in other departments as youths debate military service versus war. Alonzo Barrett directs wireless telegraphy class 13, with George Bruerton supervising carpentry and mechanical drawing vocational work.
To our dear friends whose acts of kindness and loving words have lightened our burden of sorrow we extend sincere thanks. From Mr. and Mrs. Ike Kershaw and Capedaily Sister Farley.
Weber County schools faced a staff exodus as five teachers resigned leaving the system handicapped for days. New hires have restored normal footing per Superintendent Petiear aon. Remaining teachers include Estella Smith of Hunterville and Mrs. ….
Five teachers including Barmeworth Milas Carlson Roy Mist Drew Tapper and Mira Lite in Farr West submitted resignations to take effect at the start of the second scan enter. The superintendent cites inability of the tax levy for school purposes to fund salary raises, prompting many to seek more lucrative employment and raising concerns about staffing. He hopes improvements next year.
In Bedford Ohio Mia Frank Horekey recites a testimonial praising Vinol cod liver oil tonic as the cure for long illness, weakness, and fatigue. The ad claims Vinol saved her and hails Culley Doug Go Ogden as the best drug store in town and country.
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