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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1917
Page
4
A garbled newspaper page lists various local items including a case of a man injured when a crank kicked back, a band for 95 000, county surveyors, a concert in K of B hall, and multiple notices on civil matters, elections and upcoming events.
Fragmented notice discusses grazing permit applications during the Cache Na Aira Fairer period in 1915. Mentions filing blank forms, charges, and instructions to submit requests, with references to RUBCAT and local classifieds. Names and places are unclear due to OCR errors.
A man using the name Cy UL Chambers cashed a forged S600 check dated Salt Lake No. 3 for Samurk Abe George, claiming funds would arrive. Cashier Nelson allowed an advance while the stranger waited. Insufficient funds and misnamed signatures caused a Salt Lake bank to report, aiding immediate arrest by deputies. The suspect’s identity and recent movements are under further investigation.
A woman screamed during a police arrest in Ogden City last night and was locked in the city jail for several days. In municipal court this morning Sergeant Blackburn said she faced charges of offensive conduct and paid fines in lieu of further punishment.
Debate raged as the Utah House moved toward executive action on the prohibition bill. Key amendments were debated, including a bootlegger search clause and governor designation for a prohibition commissioner. Despite objections, supporters pressed for strong enforcement, with votes on amendments failing or passing narrowly.
Round-up continues to hold the attention of farmers and others as a snowstorm disrupts attendance. Meetings in the tabernacle and ward halls attract large crowds with lectures on plant diseases, insect pests, and farm loans. Tomorrow features sections on poultry, livestock, horticulture, irrigation, and packing industry with leaders from Utah State and regional suppliers.
The obituary notes two funerals in Huntsville with Bishop Joseph Deverson presiding for Mrs. Tracy and Bishop Totbach for Neville. Readings, eulogies, and special music honored both lives as mourners filled the chapels and cemeteries in Woodruff and nearby.
Thursday funeral arrangements announced for Susan Snow Young wife of the late Arta PD Young. Born Salt Lake City July 9, 1836, daughter of Es and Mi Snow. Survived by multiple children including Mixa Pose Young and Mrs Irving C. Ranier. Funeral details to be announced later.
Complaints were brought to the municipal court against Mrs Margarret Penny and L J Crone charging pandering. Investigations by Chief Browning and detectives yielded evidence against the defendants, with two girls aged 15 and 17 named as the basis of the complaints. Penny and Crone are held under $1,000 bond each.
Ogden high school wins the opening 1917 basketball game against Rawlins Wyoming by 28 to 0 as Dale Dingrer scores eight field baskets in a dazzling display. Peck Falck shines with quick moves, while McKay leads the visiting team with strong foul shooting.
The body of Mrs Cella M Heath lay in state Sunday afternoon January 21 at Mountain Crematory following a funeral service at Kirkendall Funeral Chapel. Rev George F P Lowe of the First Baptist Church led the service and Lady Maccabees ritual was included. Music featured solos by Gus Sander and a duet by Miss Chauise, with pallbearers named.
Excursion Chicago and return for 61 70 via Union Pacific. Tickets on sale January 22. Return limit February 20. City Ticket Office at 2034 Warbloxton Avenue. Advertisement.
First Ward W C T U met at Mrs. Gra Miller’s home 721 Twenty-eighth Street with an idle testing program and discussions led by Mrs. Ida ti i n and Mrs. Christenson. The event included cocoa and cake, with a note of a future meeting January 23 24 with Mrs. Agnes Hale Lake Gybtah. A public utilities topic was introduced by speakers on interstate commissions and regulation of transportation and utilities. Juan Vollgamacheld funeral today at St Jerome’s Catholic Church officiated by Father Lagan, burial City Cemetery. Mane Stilreky funeral services at Luvin Belteen Hambra with seating and matinees listed. Further details mention Wy WwW and continuing events for three days.
Special meeting of Miriam Chapter held in Maronte temple at 6 o clock sharp. Daughters of Pioneers unit to meet Thursday at 1 30 PM with Mrs Dr George Makes at 62 Twenty seventh Street. Mrs Rose Ballantyne, board member, to attend Company M with Laura Gite and Mrs Wieh at 147 Jeterran avenue.
The report lists multiple women as board members and planning committees for an annual ball to be held in February at the Berthana in Ogden with costumes and decorative details. It also discusses fuel conservation plans led by a smoke inspector to reduce coal waste, noting Ogden coal relief efforts and shipments to ease shortages.
Dispatch from Ogden reports coal arriving to relieve severe fuel scarcity in northern Utah and southern Idaho. Union Pacific and Oregon Short Line coordinate 150-car output totaling about 7,500 tons mined at Rock Springs and shipped Sunday for distribution to smaller towns amid high demand. Executive leaders note safety, high wages, and limited labor supply hinder production as demand for coal remains strong through the coming year.
Officials voiced satisfaction as Representative Donald J. McKay introduced a bill to equalize pay for official stenographers across districts including Ogden court. Harold J. Packer and James M. Johnson receive differing daily and per folio rates under separate contracts with Judge Pratt and Judge Agee, sparking controversy and threats of inquiry into possible undue influence and contract padding.
Hypo-Nuclane tablets marketed to help thin anaemic people and those underweight. Advertises use with meals to improve digestion, nutrition, and weight gain. Claims ingredients include yolk extract and phosphites from egg products and simple vegetable medicines. Sold by druggists at 90 cents per bottle from The Blackburn Pharmacect Co labs Daytod lo.
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