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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1918
Page
2
An independent evening newspaper claims 1870 establishment, publishing without Sunday issue and as a member of the Associated Press It credits material to its own staff and disclaims reuse of external content.
On December 21, American emigre engineers in Japan prepared to lay plans for the Siberian railroad to aid army transport. F C Smith, ex assistant superintendent of the Salt Lake division, mailed the Nar asaki Probe to the Standard, noting hopes the railroad engineers in Japan could assist allies with future developments in petroleum and related sectors.
Reports recount the arrest of former Vrondur Cailaux on treason charges during wartime France. Connections link him to German secret services and a web of conspirators, including patrons of paid agents in Paris and circles around prominent figures. The probe details alleged collusion with Italy and Germany, and the widow’s role amid the crisis.
A Paris dispatch reports that a suspected French agent connected with British and American espionage was implicated by a cable from Washington accusing M. Callianx of 1915 communications with the Harili foreign office. The piece argues the case reveals Britain and France exposing treachery and calls for swift punishment of the traitor Collaux.
A Salt Lake City address by Major Emory S. Weal urges the nation to accept a protracted war against Germany. He predicts heavy American casualties as troops advance toward Mulhausen and the Rhine, warning the next year or two will bring fierce battles and enduring conflict.
A fragment describes a dispute over enforcement and authority. It claims officers faced pressure to resign and that law and order would suffer without them. The text hints at systemic flaws and a call for steadfast duty despite imperfect leadership.
A garbled OCR item describes a Salt Lake City meet where traveling men seek payment or return. It mentions money, orders, and a vendor crowd, with a note about electrical lines and public interest in open working conditions.
The readable lines describe plans for morning travel to Salt Lake and afternoon meals near a lake table. A correction mentions that Ogden should be treated on a reciprocity basis, implying trade value and courtesy in a traveler’s exchange.
A reader recalls a 1905 incident at the Orpheum Theater in Chicago urging management to prevent overcrowding and keep chairs and pathways clear. The letter warns that crowd panic can cause chaos at doors and threaten lives.
Bert Williams discusses why there are delays and hints at more releases. The Columbia Quartette performs eight bold World War I anthems including Over There and It’s a Long Way to Berlin. Also featured are Hawaiian on Broadway and Missouri Waltz. Guitars and other instruments accompany the melodies. The set mixes novelty numbers with sentimental ballads and popular show tunes.
In a return game at Fifth Ward Amibe Ball last night North Morgan Mutuals defeated Standard Carrion 24 to 14. Standard led 10 to 7 at halftime but could not sustain in the second half as Morgan rallied for the winning point. Dickson and Anderson starred for Morgan. Joel Reever scored for Standard. The lineup included Staminra and Dickson for Morgan. Standard boys face their first league game today against Ven and Bid with a large crowd expected.
Logan hosts the Farmers Roundup January 23 to 26 drawing several hundred attendees from Utah Agricultural College. Prof John T. Connell says the event will mix serious discussions on national farm issues with entertainment and hospitality coordinated by Logan’s Commercial Booster Club. Activities include a college play, a patriotic concert, a reception with Utah arts exhibits, and various open facilities for guests.
Prominent doctors endorse Nuxated Iron to combat widespread iron deficiency in American women. They cite improved vigor, strength, and health after two to three weeks of use, warning against chronic fatigue and pale skin from anemia. The ad-like piece quotes several physicians praising the product and urging blood checks to detect iron lack.
Ogden officials praise a city health initiative where doctors examine school children at no charge, maintaining up to date health records via a card system. Superintendent Paterson says the service vastly improves health information and the community’s welfare.
Mrs Dena Larson mother of Mrs Albert Scowcroft, formerly of Ogden, died Friday after an acute illness. Her funeral will be held Wednesday at 2 30 pm in the Presbyterian church with viewing at the Scowcroft home on Adams Avenue morning hours. Burial and funeral details follow family arrangements and local rites.
Wanted two expert motion picture operators, only those knowing projection and electricity in full, familiar with up-to-date machinery. 75 cents an hour. Married men preferred. Utah Theatre Co. London Jan 12. A auglest pias has been invented…
The Quincy school scene discusses child health with Ogden doctors joining in. Superintendent Johnson and the Parent Teacher Association plan a citywide education drive for students and parents, aided by physicians, lectures, and advisory services.
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