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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 10, 1918
Page
4
A reader reports a terrible rash cleared by nightly use of Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment. The testimonial notes relief from itch, soreness, and eruptions after applying the products regularly, with claims of preventing pimples and other eruptions.
St Louis reporters relay that the Strecktus Steymbestine will not operate steamboat passenger service on the Mississippi river in 1919. Joseph Strogkiun, head, says lack of favorable conditions makes operations unprofitable and the line is ready to aid government control or provide facilities if needed.
The coordination department streamlines reporting and reduces General Pershing’s daily interviews to about four. It now has authority to settle questions across departments. The quartermaster’s request for storage of 90,000 tons of meat was adjusted, noting substitutes like smoked meat and fish can replace fresh meat under existing allowances.
Fragmentary OCR shows a reference to International Correspondence Schools located in Box SO Aeranton Pennsylvania with unclear surrounding text. The readable fragment suggests an advertisement or listing related to the school. No event or outcome is evident.
The United States oil production in 1917 reached a record 541,800,000 barrels, up 24 percent from 1916. Strong prices kept wells pumping and drew a net storage draw of about 21,080,000 barrels, mainly from California and Illinois. Surface reserves at year end were estimated near 153,000,000 barrels.
Kerr & Co a longtime member of the stock exchange faced suspension after failing to meet obligations. Officials cited inability to meet liabilities as the reason. An estimate of assets and liabilities will not be available for several days.
Washington action opened with Senators Fletcher and Hettinger leading a commerce subcommittee meeting. Officials discussed immediate needs for adequate housing and facilities for shipyard workers as part of broader shipping board questions.
A disordered Fatherland party gathering in Amsterdam ended when disabled German soldiers were shouted down and clubs used on them. Police ordered the crowd to disperse as the Social Vorwaerts reported anger at deserters and misused cries. The event left the veterans isolated and unclear about field command sentiment.
Washington dispatch shows General Pershing reporting several casualties and deaths from natural causes. Private Arthur J. Shedaker of the engineers was seriously wounded on December 31. Private Inmea J. Lumadew and Private Guy Lovell are listed among the deceased or missing. details are scarce and family connections are cited.
Washington January 9 The House suffrage committee won a key procedural victory as the new suffrage committee prepares to bring forward a constitutional amendment. Representative Baker of California will steer the measure tomorrow, with expectations of a strong vote and passage by more than the required two thirds after hours of debate and anticipated support.
Slippery roads disrupted travel between camps and headquarters as General Pershing’s car stalled on the way to his destination. He walked several miles through snow to reach safety. A ward in a hospital housing many patients was quarantined after a scarlet fever case was found, with doctors and nurses in attendance.
Promot ions of Army officers in the 8th Division at Camp Dodge Ia are announced. Four captains become majors and several first lieutenants advance to captain with others promoted to first lieutenant. Named new majors include Tarrigon Fuller H Freeman and J C McCtohren all of St Paul Minn and C D McGrath Laqvert Minn. First lieutenants promoted to captains include A W Ackerman Lincoln Neb J Ry Hates Groux Falls N D and J B McKay Cedar Rapids Ia. Second lieutenants advancing to lieutenants include M F Engleman Omaha Neb M D Uitenauk Cedar Rapids Ia Croft Winter Grand Forks N D and M Manchester Sioux Falls D D
Thomas B. Love is identified as Téin Love dispatched to Dallas Texas for a major role. The text notes he will have general supervision over the government’s Insurance of soldiers and mentions two secretaries of the treasury chosen by the president. The language is garbled but references a high government position linked to soldier insurance.
Amsterdam dispatch reports Emperor William II pledging sustained backing to the Polish delegation, praising the restoration of an independent Polish Kingdom and urging cooperation with Germany and the Austro-Hungarian monarchy to advance humanity and peaceful cooperation. The note emphasizes his thirty years as protector of Polish rights and his commitment to allied success.
London dispatch reports British Labour endorsing President Wilson's speech and program. The manifesto backs freedom of the seas, disarmament, abolition of general diplomacy, and economic warfare resistance after peace. It praises Allied aims and urges continued pressure on Germany, warning the Kaiser's regime must yield.
London reports discuss Allied premier Lloyd George and the German press reaction to his war aims outline. Vorwaerts and Amsterdam dispatches hint at censorship and reluctance to cross borders while noting debates over colonial policy and the fate of Alsace Lorraine. An advertisement for Foley Kidney Pills appears amid the clippings.
In San Francisco a court heard testimony about alleged plots to aid the Allies by exporting arms and forming a bomb plan in a Stockton temple. Thirty-one defendants face charges of aiding Indian revolutionaries against Britain as George Hartz testifies he infiltrated the group for the justice department.
An old advertisement touts GOLD MEDAL Hunlent oil as a universal cure for backache kidney bladder liver and stomach ailments. It claims quick action cleansing the kidneys improving urination and preventing future attacks. The ad promises refunds if not satisfied after a few days and urges selecting the genuine GOLD MEDAL product only.
A county attorney warrant issued for Livingston. he was found out of the county but may appear in the city to answer the warrant. The Hyde youth inquest jury failed to express an opinion on whether the killing was malicious. the verdict blamed shots from a pistol held by Livingston. Livingston’s defense claimed the youth lurked in a yard with intent to break in. State will divide Indian War Fund about twenty two thousand dollars remains for veterans and widows. affidavits mailed to living veterans.
Washington January reports the administration plans to take control of oil reserves with a designated official to be named. The action follows a government decision announced recently. Clarence Livingston faces second degree murder charges in connection with the Christmas night shooting of 16-year-old Arthur Tryde in Salt Lake City.
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