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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 17, 1920
Page
2
A jumble of phrases references tardy notices and political topics from sources like Philadelphia Public Ledger Manila Bulletin Boston Herald and New York Financial America. The readable bits hint at commentary on elections markets and public life but contain no coherent event or clear individuals to anchor a summary.
Reginald de Koven gained lasting fame for one work the opera Robin Hood famed for songs Hood and Oh Promise Me. The piece popularized the composer with the Bostonians and audiences across the United States. Critics note his later Rip Van Winkle opera as aiming to recapture the earlier success.
A reader recalls a 1917 18 winter suggestion from Farmington amid widespread snow and ice removal struggles. Officials noted Great Salt Lake water was not frozen and salt ticks in solution kept it from freezing under typical conditions.
Mr G Scyoon of Muskegon Michigan tells how Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound restored his strength after six years of backache. He says the medicine let him walk again and perform all his work, and he recommends it to others.
A health note urges women to guard their health and seek help when ailments arise. Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound is promoted as restoring health for women, with confidential expert advice offered by mail from Lynn Mass.
A Farmington man proposed a winter snow plan using salt water from the lake. He suggested piping lake water to the city, installing a pumping plant, and building an auxiliary system to handle brine for street cleaning and fire control. He argued brine could be moved with modest cost and would perform better than plain water in fires.
Governor Smith of New York urges passage of a health insurance measure to protect workers and families. He argues a sound program of social and governmental reform will reduce discontent by ensuring wages continue during illness and preventing debt from illness, warning that many industries leave the breadwinner unpaid while ill.
The article recalls Benjamin Franklin born in Boston and his influence as a printer, writer, scientist, and diplomat. It notes a national thrift campaign tied to his birthday and suggests readers study his Autobiography to gain practical value. Franklin’s life is traced from apprenticeship in Boston to Philadelphia and London, highlighting his pursuit of honesty in politics.
A four day engagement at the Orpheum Theater presents Charlie Chaplin in A Day's Pleasure a million dollar film distributed by First National Exhibitors Circuit. The story follows Chaplin as a self starter whose attempt to crank a family touring car leads to traffic chaos and humorous mishaps as he struggles with a traffic cop and the crowd.
New York January 17 Advocates of ratification of the peace treaty by compromise led the poll in the intercollegiate referendum. In 41 colleges and universities 139,788 votes were cast with 49,653 for ratification with Lodge reservations 48,232 for ratification with reservation and 27,970 for ratification with Lodge reservations. Opposition to the treaty totaled 13,983 votes. Call on J J Brummitt at 2417 Hudson Avenue to sell Liberty bonds.
In Roseburg Oregon two large dealers and a restaurant owner refuse to pay the government fixed price of 15.90 a sack for Portland sugar. They have canceled orders totaling nearly twelve tons claiming the price is prohibitive and that retailers would be forced to charge 18 cents per unit, which customers cannot pay. Retailers say there is enough supply to last about two weeks.
A special meeting of the Children's Aid Society is scheduled for Friday the 16th at 3 o clock in the dispensary. All members are requested to be present. Elizabeth Shaw Hess, Secretary, 2201.
A Baltimore steamer sails for Nassau with a whisky cargo valued at 3,500,000. The ship carries 34,067 cases of whisky and wine and 1,865 barrels of water recently removed from bond. Estimated liquor value in two days reaches 12,090,000.
J. J. Brammitt of 2417 Hudson Avenue is paying the highest prices for Liberty bands, aiming to secure premium material. Brammitt reports strong demand and ready cash for immediate transactions.
Dazed fragment mentions census work and officials trying to secure compliance. Names and clear facts are missing. readable bits suggest supervision by Raady Kenehan and a closing agreement amid census efforts in Denver.
The text extols a prominent individual in the United States who organized street cleaning and supported education. It highlights his long career of public service, including publishing a directory titled Your Richards Almanac and promoting thrift and international values.
A Los Angeles music teacher Miss Louise Cantii of 8405 Elm Street recounts a long battle with kidney trouble poor appetite and fatigue. She credits Tanlac with restoring appetite sleep weight and strength and says she now eats freely and feels markedly healthier. The testimonial notes Ogden’s A. L. McIntyre Drug Co. carries Tanlac.
A reader from the Hock proposes a census settlement based on church law while cit ing Caesar and Gail. The piece notes House members could answer questions under a compromise, though census guidelines, not law, guided actions. Justice department and officials discuss adjustments, with Bondholder Brummit and contact via Phone 59.
Paris report says Georges Metayer of Bordeaux was the sole survivor among 474 aboard the steamer Ceylan when wrecked Sunday in the Bay of Biscay. He said many could have been saved but refused boats after a hole opened in the hull. Captain Ledw and wireless operator Mozier stayed to the end as the ship sank.
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