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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1918
Page
2
A garbled OCR snippet mentions the Associated Press and local publication, with references to publication rights and exclusive use. The text is incomplete and lacks clear events, names, dates, or locations to form a coherent news item or proper summary.
A historical column warns that German air and sea forces could target New York City in a spectacular raid. It argues such a strike would mobilize American public opinion more than any other act and reflect German fears of Allied retaliation amid ongoing war actions.
The London Chronicle lists convictions in England for food regulation breaches. Mabel Hilton of Waltham Cross fined nineteen pounds for discarding bread. AL Scarborough fined twenty pounds for feeding game. Peterborough Co operative Society fined one hundred fifty pounds plus managers nineteen pounds for price irregularities. Tottenham court fines include Fred Drawner ten shillings for jam overmax. Thomas Doon fined nineteen pounds for scattering corn. The report advocates strict enforcement of food rules and hints at potential U.S. action.
A German military expert claims Americans need not fear war involvement though 500000 men may sail within a year. The source notes German and British propaganda contrasts, referencing Baker's statements and the history of the contemptible army label and Allied landing in France.
A wartime analysis predicts a U S role in halting German offensives in France this spring. It notes Britain’s reinforcements, favorable weather challenges for Germany, and a strong American air fleet of 10 000 planes, arguing von Hindenburg’s troops may be forced to abandon bold plans as U S forces strike from land and air.
Utah land board debates impact after the Supreme Court ruling that grants of lands to Utah exclude mineral lands. Secretary Arthur Kuhn warns funds for schools could fall and that many titles may be affected. Board aims to shield buyers, but surface rights only remain with schools if minerals are not discovered.
A World War I era program piece from Ogden Utah dated January 25 1918 features a rousing sing along chorus "We meant to lick the Hun" with verses invoking Allied nations and marching imagery. The handwritten lyric notes celebrate victory over Germany and feature references to Yankeedoodoo and Allied names and banners.
Verytte reports on a new amendment to the farm loan act signed by President Wilson. Under the provision the Treasury will buy farm loan bonds totaling 100 million dollars this year and the same amount in 1910. Critics accuse reform newspapers of socialist propaganda while the Miner notes no further commentary on the legislation. The act, first enacted last year, aimed to increase available funds beyond private investment, with the government purchasing 100 million in bonds annually.
WASHINGTON Jan 30 independent packing firms face price cutting and elimination pressure as the federal trade commission and justice department probe unfair practices. Henry cites stock transfers to packing houses and moves to curb smaller packers between the Rockies and Mississippi. evidence includes affidavits and internal memos.
The fragment recalls William Platt of Baltimore born in 189? and his wartime service driving an ambulance at the front. It touches on price discrimination and wartime competition among carriers, mentioning Dublin and a master carriers’ association with a three shillings sixpence bonus amid profits and competition.
Government calls for national aid across education and industry to strengthen the arm of Uncle Sam in the war. Illinois State University contributes five professors with seven in France including a former chief of the state water survey and aviation department work. Army schools, 600+ enrollments, aviation, ordnance, and infantry roles are noted along with factory productions and war material orders.
Secretary Lansing reports progress on a proposed separate conscription convention with Great Britain and Canada. The deal would let citizens return home to serve within a fixed period or be subject to local military laws afterward. Ages and details vary by country and draft laws.
Washington dispatch reports Prasidi Wilson naming several receivers of public mangue including Burro H. Len of El Cetra and George H. Weaver of Durango with reappointments noted for Jot W. Troyd and Juan N. Vigil, plus Alexander X. Campbell named in Guth Oklahoma.
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