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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1916
Page
7
A reminder that children quickly shed their childhood looks and styles. Parents who have not had their little ones photographed since they wore long dresses may want to consider a portrait session now before memories fade.
The page lists varied items including marriage licenses issued to several couples in Salt Lake City Brigham City and nearby towns, a hospital update on J M Forristall recovering after surgery, local coal and goods ads, a robbery incident involving a Chinaman on West Twelfth Street, and upcoming community meetings at the city hall and local churches. It also mentions remodeling at the Spares company, an elocution recital, and a Midwinter Excursion to California via Union Pacific with travel office contact.
Students at Ogden High held an afternoon meeting to discuss a critical editorial about the school and its graduates. They resolved to challenge the Ogden Standard’s claims, urging the paper to substantiate accusations and inviting comparison with other institutions while defending the school’s standing.
Modern Wood Men of America announces installation on Wednesday January 12 with a good program and plenty to eat. A full attendance is desired. Entertainment committees are named to arrange events.
Notice to creditors for the estate of Larensa Farr. Creditors must present claims to Charles L. Farm, administrator, at 24h7 Washington Avenue Ogden, Utah, by November 16, 1916. Wade M. Johanan, attorney for administrator, dated January 1916 with final publication February 7, 1916.
The article describes a heated factional struggle around Supt Mills in Ogden. Supporters mobilize teachers, students, women and parents to back Mills and pressure the school board. Opponents promise counter moves, and a tense showdown looms as both sides gauge impact.
County board appoints Misa Ella F. O Neill deputy recorder to succeed Elda Guerino on Recorder Anfas Berlin’s recommendation. One deputy to be dispensed with as soon as possible, with policy of staff reductions urged for recorder, clerk, and sheriff offices. Bella argues reduction cannot proceed now due to workload. Bids for a county hospital construction near the city total ten with two for plumbing, awaiting review.
Telegram to Ogden man reports Witla Jenkinson brother of Gesree Jenkinson a royal Pacific shops employee killed in action in France. The British soldier died after months in the trenches with the telegram signed Jenkinson59
Balloting for the new officers of the Weber club began this morning with strong member interest. Voting continues this evening until Gelock, followed by the annual meeting where the successful candidates will be announced.
IARM Bureau proposes four party committees to improve results. A county farm bureau meeting in Opden set an 16 week cycle and outlined committees on production finance distribution and miscellaneous areas. A plan to hire a county physician for child health and indigent care is favored for later conference with county boards.
Cobb manager of Capel Salt Company reports taking over operation of Ogden company's property at Saltoro Utah. Capell aims to expand and improve the salt beds west of Lake City near the Western Cattle line, with Ogden investors showing interest in the venture.
In a district court session this morning the robbery case of alleged felons Frank Smith George Wotherington and Frank Kaltern proceeded with not guilty pleas from Salih and Wotherington. Attorney I B Farnstorth was appointed to defend them. Walters reportedly escaped from city jail after arrest. December 25 1915. West described as victim robbed of watch and a few cents at gunpoint.
Mayor A R Heywood will speak on What Open s Doing to Build 8 Biexer Utah at the Utah Manufacturers convention in Salt Lake January 14. G Taylor Secretary of Amalgamated Guar Company will discuss Our Association, and Lan Maddock of the Cereal Company will act as toastmaster with Who We Are Here.
The Maide and Matrons clubs announce an Informal social with Lillian Thatcher's orchestra from 6:30 to 9:00 PM. Frank H. Tribe departed for New York to visit his sister. Civic League set to meet Friday January 14 at 3 PM in City Hall. Home Industry Club plans a meeting tomorrow with Mrs Pickell at 265 Twentieth Street. No regular tea at Maide and Matrons due to events. a tea and dancing party is planned with hostesses Mrs E. Hulaniekl and Mrs Wood from 3 PM onward with music by Thatcher orchestra.
Word from Ogden Utah says Charles W Lippincott Sr died in Pittsburgh after a 54 hour journey by his son J C Lippincott Jr He passed away at home 225 Troup Street on January 3 He leaves wife Abdin and Wade and three sons Charles W Frank E and Norman M plus a daughter Mrs James Dataford The notice appears in the local classifieds as a life obituary item.
The city and Weber County winners of a judged art contest are listed with prize recipients and addresses. Judges Mira Carrie VY and Miss Mans Kent oversaw the event, ensuring impartial judging by numbering labels and removing names from ballots. Most awards went to participants outside Ogden City, with sixty plus additional prizes documented for numerous winners and their residences.
In the case of Her nan Denkers against Union Pacific, the defendant filed a notice of intention to move for a new trial. Grounds claimed include surprise, newly discovered evidence, errors of law, jury misconduct, and excessive damages. The plaintiff sought $60,000 for injuries allegedly caused by the defendant, with a jury awarding $6,009.
Deaths and funeral notices from Ogden include the funeral of W Meat mark at Congregational church with interment at Open Clix cemetery. ASHBY funeral of A K Aste by held at Linquist's chapel with city cemetery interment. Ipson Peter obituary notes a Danish born Ogden resident, valvular heart disease, married Emma F Myntrom, with several children and seventeen grandchildren, funeral at Eighth Ward chapel and Ely cemetery burial. The notices mention church roles and local vendors, with viewing at residence.
Funeral services for Mrs. Maris ey were held yesterday afternoon in the Ninth ward with Bishop W C Hidges presiding. Relatives and friends filled the chapel with floral tributes as speakers from Herman Van Frank to Prof James Barker paid tribute to her kindness abroad. Interment followed at Clinton cemetery, with the grave dedicated by Charles Hells. Sone acted as pallbearers.
At about 1 p m Saturday the jury returned a verdict finding Joseph Warner guilty of assault with a deadly weapon with intent to murder Fannie Dawson. The jury also recommended mercy, and Warner is to be sentenced tomorrow.
An advertisement extols the Ideal Theatre as the finest hoto play palace with germ proof ventilation and a pure atmosphere. It invites patrons to come early and stay late, promising an uninterrupted evening of refined entertainment by a talented orchestra, asserting the venue’s superior hours and enduring value.
New York trading resumed with nominal sales and losses as leading shares fluctuated from last week’s final quotations. United States Steel opened weak but rebounded. copper and oil showed early declines. By midmorning, selling pressure grew, with Steel American, Bresting, and Texan Petroleum among those down 1 to 3 points as the market moved toward the first half hour close.
Chicago grain notes show erratic wheat activity with May and July futures moving up and down amid foreign buying and domestic selling. Corn gains supported by export activity while hog arrivals strain supply. overall prices soften by close.
A dated market report lists grains including Corn No. 3 yellow and No. 4 white with prices, oats and rye, plus hay and forage values. It covers Omaha Nebraska cattle, hogs, and sheep receipts for January detailing prices for heavy cattle, steers, heifers, stockers, and feeders, with declines noted in several categories.
A chaotic Utah stock list shows mixed trading across dozens of named securities. Prices range from minors like 2c and 11-4c to dollars for banks, sugar companies, and industrials, with entries for Deseret Savings First National Ogden first national Logan and many more under open board and industrial sections.
A brief note on evaluating strawberries, outlining criteria for ranking fruit quality. Mentions numeric scales and categories used by evaluators, emphasizing careful, approximate assessment and consistency across batches.
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