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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1916
Page
2
Fragmentary text describes publication standards and distribution concerns from early 20th century press, mentioning The Independent Newspaper and the Audit Bureau of Circulations. It references subscribers, pricing, and continuity of service, with faded phrases about publication rights and association oversight.
The piece outlines two sides of intervention with costs and risks. It cites potential expenditures, a large army, and high casualties, arguing for and against invasion while stressing the need to pursue justice and stop banditry along the border. It recalls past incidents with China to justify punitive action and national honor.
A fragment notes outlaws in a turbulent country threaten American interests and tempt ventures abroad, urging caution as unidentified stake and protection concerns loom.
An unnamed economic authority estimates daily military outlays by Germany 18 million, rising to 20 million with allies. France Britain Russia Italy vary monthly, total war cost surpasses 124.4 billion by October, with debts and taxes projected to balloon. The article cites extensive historical wars and praises New Orleans commissioners for bold public-utility reforms.
Reported discussion on commission government after a four year test. The reader questionnaire cites referendums recalls and municipal capabilities. The text suggests concerns about the commission form’s strength and notes New Orleans and Ogden examples with varied outcomes.
A Univago physician proposes a marriage screening idea to ensure healthy offspring. The column argues fathers should inquire into a prospective spouse’s physical condition, calling it plain common sense and a duty to guard a child’s health despite political risks.
Refugees from Parral Chihuahua arrive in La Paz aboard a train after escaping the Huerta regime. They report Villa Barbita forces burning ranches and mines, and say Carranza’s position faces internal splits. Observers note Argumedo may join Villa to attack Juarez, with 6,000 Villa troops and many more capable of joining. Carranza’s monetary decree struggles to keep value, risking labor unrest. The body of Jose Rodriquez Buen, a former Villa officer, is to be displayed to American observers.
Samuel Gompers urged universal labor representation in U S military policy at the National Civic Federation. He warned against militarism, calling for democratic control of defense bodies and for policies formed by all people, stressing rights, justice, and resistance to tyranny. The debate touched on mobilizing national resources and preventing a separate military caste.
In Paris a court martial yesterday sentenced Max Reisner to five years in prison and a fine for using a false name and certifying American nationality. He obtained a certificate under George Stoddart and used it to secure official documents, contacting the American consul-general for aid during the war. The consul general reported the deception to French authorities.
Washington january report says a tentative agreement on terms of a new shipping bill was reached in a conference between President and Alexander of the House marine committee. The measure, to be introduced early next week, would empower the Shipping Board to regulate foreign and intercoastal shipping under federal authority.
Paris reported that 300 stucco blocks shipped from Zurich to a Malaga merchant via Genoa were found on the Malaga wharf to contain rifles and ammunition. Authorities uncovered 4000 rifles and 499000 cartridges, with theories they were for Noris Alliesmen to foster an uprising.
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