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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 04, 1919
Page
2
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A parliamentary scene follows Lloyd George’s Versailles message with cheers and derisive laughter at his Statue of Nations reference. Critics from Salt Lake Herald to U S observers label opponents as partisan and urge humor over hostility toward the league and peace treaty.
A Wednesday night attempt to dynamite reservoirs owned by S C Stephens south of the city could have killed people and destroyed property. Stephens offers 250 dollars for information leading to arrest and conviction. The Standard urges officers to pursue the case and report progress to the public.
A civic exhortation compares human foes to flies, urging universal military training and a federally organized reserve system. It cites Lt. Col. Abel Davis and the Chicago News on creating a capable, civicly educated defense force through high school to university level instruction and a strengthened national guard.
Communities from Brigham, North Ogden, Pleasant View and Huntsville stage elaborate Independence Day programs. Brigham hosts a county wide parade with a silver parade car for fallen soldiers and a 1 pm program at the stake tabernacle, while North Ogden kicks off at daybreak with Liberty figures and a 2:30 pm transfer of duties to a dancing hall. Pleasant View plans a full day of concerts, races and a dance, and Huntsville lists a schedule of drills, speeches, baseball, and a grand evening concert. Towns also feature youth races, a wild west show, and civic recognitions throughout the day.
A partial reading shows a request for formal legal aid and assistance for the attorney, seeking cogent attention and practical help to advance the case. It mentions the need for guidance, proper oversight, and timely action by the responsible office or judge.
E W Corn a Red Cross representative from Denver arrives in Ogden July 5 to urge local Red Cross engagement. He cites ongoing relief work in Belgium, home services for soldiers families public health nurses and Junior Red Cross as focal points. Also notes Liberty bond sales contact J J Brummitt 2417 Hudson Ave.
A long passage lists grievances against Britain, arguing for separation. The text asserts natural rights and the right to alter or abolish government, detailing kingly abuses and colonial resolve to form independent states. Signed by representatives vowing liberty and justice.
Eleven Utah school districts including Salt Lake City and Park City receive census blanks under the Americanization act. The law, aimed at aliens ages 16 to 45 lacking English literacy, requires evening classes of at least four hours weekly and examinations to determine eligibility for attendance. Violations incur fines up to 26 dollars per offense, with guardians liable for minors’ attendance. Machinery for classes is optional unless required, with a minimum 200 hours of classes during the school year.
David Ririe of Ririe Tah died in Denver Colorado yesterday from cancer. He was eight years old and son of James and Ann Irie pioneers of that region. Survived by brothers and sisters including James FR Ririe MaGrath Ida Alex Joseph Ririe Figrum Ririe Lewiston Mae garet M Hoag Elizabeth Fell Isabel Stalling Agnes Durnetce and a wife, five sons and two daughters. He moved to Tah in 18 and was a pioneer bishop of Hirie ward, well liked and respected by all.
The editor praises the National Home Finding Society as a nationwide entity with notable work in Utah and other regions. Mention is made of its benefits to investors and the overall positive reception, though the record is incomplete and the writer notes personal assistance.
A missive from a woman in St. Paul Minnesota expresses her wish to provide for her planned death and arrange for the society to care for her babies. She notes deep respect for the society and a desire to die with a clear conscience, trusting a reverend woman to watch over the children.
Lightning struck the Whituisad dance hall this afternoon about twenty miles north of here. Orchestra leader George Hughes was killed and several dancers were wounded.
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