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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 30, 1920
Page
2
The She Standard notes its role as an independent newspaper published every evening except Sunday with Associated Press content. It lists subscription rates and asserts exclusive rights to local and credited news, reflecting standard newspaper boilerplate and publication information.
A letter from a taxpayer urges a campaign to keep porch lights burning all night to attract advertising and public favor. It notes incentives by a power company and contemplates Ogden or Longmont as possible sites, with Denver as a later reference.
The Jewelry trade reports a record 1919 for wedding rings with more sales nationwide. Explanations include rising wages and prosperity easing fears of supporting wives, soldiers and sailors drawn to marriage after war, and a Chicago philosopher noting courage developed in war makes proposing easier.
Business notes show American candy manufacturers increasing output since the war. Reports indicate new production lines, expanded plants, and growing demand for confections. Significance tied to postwar economic expansion and consumer spending.
The tariff commission report notes a surge in the American confectionery industry as former drinkers turn to candy. Germany and Austria-Hungary previously dominated world candy exports, but war disruptions boosted U S producers. Exports in 1918 averaged four million dollars, with a notable rise from the prior four years amid sugar restrictions.
The American Bankers Association endorses Herbert Hoover's food draft relief to aid hungry Europeans. It urges 22,000 U.S. banks to assist by distributing drafts for Poland Germany Austria Hungary and Czechoslovakia. Drafts come in $10 and $50 values to meet Christian and Jewish needs, usable via Ogden banks for friends and relatives abroad.
Washington Jan 30 The Bureau of Statistics reports price increases from 60 to 200 percent in retail food prices and 70 to over 200 percent wholesale over six years ending December 1919. Meats bacon hams and beef lead gains while bread fruits and dairy rise. overall commodity index up about 38 percent from 1913.
Washington January 30 The western hemisphere likely to present the first case before the League of Nations council Peru claims Tacna and Arica from Chile after a long war and a plebiscite was promised but never held Bolivia joins as a claimant to Tacna Peru Chile and Bolivia seek seaports and the case may go to Paris for initial filing with Sir Eric Drummond. The United States is not yet in the League and Monroe Doctrine involvement is not expected.
Eines, director general of railroads, spoke at the Transporta tion lab urging excess earnings of railroads be taxed to protect the public and insure fair returns. He argued for public participation on boards, compulsory consolidation, and private capital protection, warning without reform private management would falter. He claimed an education campaign is needed to gain public understanding and support for railroad reforms. An accompanying item notes Mrs Ha Tohra sacrificed her life to save her son on a Delaware and Hudson train, and a concluding quip about envy and failure.
Ossining January 30 THompson Hamby the convicted killer of a Brooklyn bank guard and another bandit was electrocuted at Sing Sing after refusing to be accompanied by chaplains. He faced the chair with calm composure and uttered a final remark about American government by political party as officials mourned the crime’s victims.
In Cleveland a Republican gathering honored late President McKinley. Senator Warren G Harding spoke on his first campaign appearance since declaring his bid, while prominent party figures addressed the crowd. The event underscored party unity as it reflected on McKinley’s legacy and accelerated campaign momentum.
An old advertisement touts hot water and a purified magnesium preparation to neutralize acid and relieve indigestion. It claims this duo raises stomach blood supply, halts fermentation, and stops pain after meals, recommending usable forms from druggists.
An advertisement from 2319 Washington Avenue touts bananas and other fruit at Washington Fruit Store. It markets meat frets and confectionery, promising best quality, prompt service, and 24 hour open access to customers.
Salt Lake officials approve a massive waterworks reconstruction estimated at 4.5 million dollars to ensure a dependable supply for 300000 people. Commissioner Theodore T. Buring abstained. council to hold a special head election to decide funding.
Salt Lake City news reports conductor J. E. Pife suing Dr Landenberger alleging carelessness left in him a sponge during a February operation. Pife claims post operative pain led to a second surgery at expense. seeks damages including 17,400 compensatory, 2,600 for lost logs, and 15,040 punitive.
Washington reports General Salvador Alvarado was released from the Mexican war department detention after advices from Mexico City. The notice gives no stated reason for the arrest or detention.
An ad touts Begg's Musterine yellow mustard plaster as a speedy remedy for rheumatic pains backache neuralgia and chest ailments. It claims powerful heat relieves pain and lists uses for various aches with regional seller LeRoy New York? contact details.
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