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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1917
Page
4
The text recounts two bread recipes, Health Bread and Graham Bread, shared with friends Kathryn Williams and Mynte Stedman. It lists ingredients such as flour, lard, bran, milk, molasses, dates, baking soda, and dates, plus steps to mix and bake. The health bread yields two loaves, while the Graham Bread uses sour milk and baking powder for about fifty minutes in a moderate oven.
A portrait of Janet Stedman, a strong businesswoman torn between a commercial path and personal fulfillment. Her husband Walt pursues principled writing while Janet insists on success as her love, reward, and source of purpose, driving a wedge between them as both seek recognition. Their interplay reveals gendered tensions and the cost of ambition.
A Philadelphia article touts a free home remedy for eyesight improvement. It cites Dr Lewis and a “Hon-Opto” tablet method to strengthen eyes by 50 percent in many cases, claiming quick relief from inflammation and clearer vision with at least a partial money back guarantee.
A fragmented dialogue shows characters discussing unexpected powers and a cautious exit after a late office chat. The piece shifts to advice on chaps and chills with tips for improving circulation and avoiding frost damage through deep breathing and fresh air.
Guidance on protecting sensitive skin in cold air with cold cream and glycerin rosewater and various heat preparations. Tips include nightly massage with vaseline, avoiding frost damage, and using cold water, glycerine, camphor ice, and lotions to treat chapped lips and hands. Warm water washing, cornmeal to soften hands, and hot mustard foot baths described.
The article lists folk remedies for chilblains including rosemary rubs, turpentine, iodine applications, talcum powder, bandaging with camphor preparations, and exercises to improve circulation. It also warns against excessive fireplace exposure and suggests warming routines such as foot exercises and cold water dips with a Turkish towel.
A brisk outdoor walk or run in fresh air can sharpen breathing with the mouth closed, boosting circulation and giving a rosy, energized complexion. A distraught woman bursts in claiming her husband has threatened self harm and is missing for two days, asking for the canal to be dragged.
In a joint commemoration at Woeshlogten, the entente expresses that peaceful terms guaranteeing reparation and security are unattainable now. The Belgian government calls for a peace settlement ensuring future reparations and security, and notes publicized translations of the January 10 communications through Ambassador Sharp at Paris.
A 19th century style advertisement praises Parmint syrup for stopping coughs and easing congestion. It promotes mixing 1 ounce Parmint with hot water and 4 ounces sugar, taken as a tablespoon four times daily, and claims relief from nostril blockage to easier breathing. Calley Drug Co. supplies the product. Also notes railway workers seeking a wage rise in a separate line.
A vintage ad touts "Tir" and a master shoe solution to end aching, swollen feet and corns. It claims quick relief, claims a year of comfort or money back, and urges readers to buy at any druggist or department store.
At a meeting in the Meed hotel local citizens discussed forming a humane society. Dr ALS Canton presided and a committee of O McRae Mra S S Emith G A Goates TLE Browning FE J Van Meter was named to draft a constitution. A meeting is set for Monday to complete the work and an assembly is planned.
Purported medical ad from an old newspaper urges readers to take Dr Edwards Olive Tablets to cleanse blood, bowels, and liver. Claims include clearer skin, no bad breath, relief from constipation, and gentle calomel replacement. Appears as a vintage pharmaceutical advertisement with several misspellings and typographical errors.
New York Jan 11 A blast and fire at the Canadian Chemical and Foundry Company plant one half mile east of Ringland New Jersey destroyed hundreds of thousands of shells for the Russian government. About 1,400 workers were employed across eighty acres as nearly 600,000 shells exploded. No deaths were confirmed though 17 workers were missing as fires raged and looters were arrested. Sheriff's deputies warned residents within two miles as flames spread, with a Northwest wind fanning the inferno and a denatured alcohol incident blamed for the blaze. Authorities investigated to fix responsibility while evacuations continued.
The Weber county payroll totals 110000, with 90000 for beets and 20000 for labor. January paymeal for beets and labor sums to 363000, with Arab farmers and employees receiving 157000. Prospects show increased beet acreage and continued prosperity, despite the 1 fiat rate dispute postwar.
Salt Lake City January 12 The head of a dog possibly exposed to rabies was sent from Belgham City to Leon Darien state bacteriologist for examination The dog had bitten a railroad worker who required hospital treatment The city health inspector John J Burt forwarded the report and indicated concerns about the case
Officials say the attack stems from innate viciousness not rabies, as tests will determine spread in the state. A suspected infected dog from Delia was reported to Dr Beatty by Dr Williar Blephentzon. the animal was killed January 10 after weeks of roaming.
A vintage advertisement claims Marmola Prescription Tablets rapidly reduce two to four pounds weekly without exercise or diet. It urges readers to consult a druggist or write to Marmola Co in Detroit for a large case, arguing the product is harmless and effective.
The report recounts Randy Togers, an aging station master in Scotland, noted for piety yet a touch profane at times. After attending a Rum Society dinner, he returned home intoxicated, undressed, and muttered incoherently in bed, waking his wife with concern.
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