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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1918
Page
9
Infrastructure chatter and city notices mix with court actions and social events. Idaho topographic work, Fort Sam Houston letters, bond filings, church activities, and Rail Pacific personnel moves populate a sprawling Ogden Chronicle fragment.
Judge Agee changed view in the Lin slate versus Joseph Lauchlea liquor possession case. He ruled liquor held by the county is contraband, reversing earlier sentiment and awaiting Supreme Court guidance on a related Ola Meek case. The hearing continued without a date.
The Ogden High School junior class reports regular rehearsals for a play with students preparing to perform at a local venue. Details on dates or cast are unclear due to damaged text.
Theatres present the second Hidden Maud episode at Popular Bex with tonight Friday screenings. Verda falls into the Hidden Hand’s trap and nearly escapes as a radiator explosion, a chase, and a daring ladder escape unfold, leading to a cliffhanger ending. Also on bill are Tove and Launch, a screamer, and Bashful, a light comedy, with Manager Stock promising a varied program.
President Wilson sent to the Senate the nomination of Postmaster General Burleson under a rule limiting service beyond a term. The cabinet faced questions as half‑over members were deemed illegally in office, prompting immediate Senate executive session and discussion of the renomination amid political tension.
Mike Sullivan and Edward Powers were turned over to the sheriff after preliminary examination in municipal court. The judge ordered them held for a jury on charges connected to the assault on Mrs. Gertrude Druby, with testimony from multiple witnesses including Mrs. Brady and Mrs. Brown.
Nam G. Nam, a Tremonton farmer and habitual drinker, collapsed in a Ogden courtroom while awaiting trial. Officers rushed to assist. he regained consciousness but later fell again. He had been arrested at the Angelus Hotel on Lincoln Street after an earlier drunken spree.
Sergeant Burnett of the Canadian army conducts a fourteen day recruiting drive in Ogden for volunteers to join the Cary nilan and Hrittat army. Burnett, a veteran of the great war who lost an eye at Ypres, teams with Sergeant George D. Mcleod to urge Canadians in the United States to enlist and uphold loyalty to the land of residence. A poster depicts Uncle Sam clasping hands with a Canadian soldier and message invites enlistment and unity under the Stars and Stripes.
In Washington today the case of Emma Goldman and Alexander Berkman, charged with conspiring to violate the Selective Service Act, was argued again as their petition for a rehearing was heard. The court and defense debated points of law during the session.
Fredrick G Williams, a former Ogden resident, died in a fatal accident near Tucson while unloading a bale of hay when equipment failed. He was born in Utah in 1833 and was uncle to Bera H Wilkins, Ogden auto dealer. Funeral services were held at Puraandarsviney.
Police Chief Thomas F. Browning indicates serious juvenile trouble in the city amid an extensive investigation. He notes cases involve youths from well known families and call for wide reform while authorities consider their home situations and conduct.
City commission held a morning meeting and did not decide on proposed raises for police and fire departments and street workers. Commissioner M Le Janen said budget preparation by City Auditor Arthur Larsen would determine the increases, with no opposition expected but final action awaiting budget completion. Iones noted the public safety department would be most affected as it oversees police and fire. Flygarv, over water and street, also acknowledged impact on his division.
Friday last Daweliers of the Marines Battalion met with Mrs Vilata Ruth at 25th Street to discuss Red Cross auxiliary formation. No meeting tomorrow. Mrs Ola Ingebretsen hosts W T C Bocsl club Friday afternoon 2 to 6. Silver Review auxiliary meets tomorrow at 2 pm in W O W hall, chaired by Mrs Gertrude Wetver. At University Club next Saturday a dramatic recital opens intellectual meetings season with Mrs Charles Roadman and Supt Henry C Johnson assisting. The program includes Edgar Selwyn Rolling Stones plan and local amateur talent led by Mrs Apes Kinyon for stage help.
Review notes a vaudeville program with Back To Nature girl revue led by Mari Jolson and Winnie Craike, plus The Four Cantons and Strand Trio. Noted acts include International Traveler Al Jolson’s brother and a lighthearted skit, with Fun on a Satuteship finale.
A damaged notice reports opening day events for a new Day Nursery on Washington Avenue and Falzabeth, with Mrs Tehfi McDermatt of Los Angeles hosting a dinner party for guests including Milas Katherine Fitegerald and a list of attendees from local parishes and families.
Obituary notes funeral services for Hubert A. Buinn in Sevant ward with Desmond Barker officiating. Speakers included C. A. Shaw and Mary Farley. Burial at Geden City cemetery. pallbearers listed. Nellie Kap to be buried Friday in Firat ward with Bishop Enalen officiating. Charles Harold, 36, longtime Westward resident, dies after illness. funeral plans announced.
New York stock markets started with a tentative tone as traders awaited global developments. Leaders remained mostly inactive while a few issues showed fractional moves with Mexican petroleum advancing about one point and Tobacco Products slipping slightly amid a broad, uneven morning. Liberty bonds moved quietly before midday as trading slowed, with notable shifts in Union Pacific, Pennsylvanian and other major issues, and certain high grade bonds finishing at mixed fractions.
The report covers Chicago hogs and cattle, Omaha and Kansas markets with receipts and price ranges. It notes weak hogs, steady cattle, and varied stock activity including Wool and mining issues, with closing sales across multiple firms and securities.
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