Delayed Draft Drawing Sparks War Duty Debate
The article discusses delays in the draft drawing in Washington due to blunders and rumors of disturbances. It notes an unclear selection method, possible use of a few numbers, and the goal to reach a 637,000-strong army. It covers threats to exemption boards, cites San Francisco Chronicle criticism, and condemns interference as treasonous.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Cavettor
United States
The
San Francisco Chronicle
United Steles
Raye
Germany
Tresnon
Uncle Sam Ia
Obscure Threats and German Money Taint Public Action
The text discusses fear of threats used to prompt special examinations by authorities. It mentions activists with detectives on their trail and claims German funds fuel disturbances nationwide. It argues the draft is the surest way to weed out those risking lives on the battlefield and warns against interference with public order.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pnt
Eure
War’s end to bring sober progress and shared effort
A student of world affairs contends the war will purge radicalism and waste, foster economy and efficiency, and unite capital and labor. He cites global efforts in industry, science, and cooperation, predicting a calmer public life, fewer political faults, and a shift toward productive statesmanship after the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United States
Great Crussa
France
Patriotium
Inge
Tetter
Stopping U-boat Losses Amid War Efforts
Reported wartime notes say U-boat losses are being curbed as ships entered and left British ports, with few sunk weekly. Progress credited to new mechanical devices and combined efforts by hydroplanes, chasers, destroyers, and nets under improved tactics.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Britiah Porta
Germany
Excubing the Traitors Warns of Alien Enemies Within
A harsh wartime urging claims Wy W and other aliens are not human or American and warns of a broad anti American conspiracy. It cites Kennedy and Washington disclosures about spies and promises details would shock the country. The piece accuses alien enemies posing as friends of plotting to aid Axis forces.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ac Keanegy
Btanchard
Kennedy
Ruaplelon
Americas
Washington
Ecemien
Messean Cutthroats
Astatica
No Pink Tea Affair Warns United Americans in War Aims
In a hard tone editorialists defend strong measures against dynamiters and antiwar agitators. They urge a firm resolve to uphold justice and prosecute zealously, insisting Americans must stand militant and vigilant to defeat enemies and uphold control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citisens
Jualico
Fim
Ireland and Poland Compared in War and Rule
A historical contrast argues Ireland’s home rule progress against German aims in Prussian Poland. It cites British land reform aiding Irish tenant ownership, compares German policies to expel or Germanize Poles, and notes Allied wartime shifts. The piece references Edward De Valera, Dublin University, and T. A. Rotteston as sources.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wousin Redmond
Allles
Iriah
East Clare
Edward de Valera
Dublin University
Binz Feiner
Delog
Real Dritais
England
Ireland
Great Britain
Letus
Germany
T. A. Rotteston
Irish Literary Society
London
Poland
Prus+ zig
A Drop On a Touchy Corn natant retief
A fragmentary ad describes a home remedy named free sone for corns and calluses. It claims drops of fro zone applied to a corn or callus remove it instantly with no pain and promotes a small bottle for sale at low cost through druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Indigestion Advice Promotes Magnesia Antacid Plan
A historical ad advises readers that stomach acidity causes indigestion and suggests limiting irritating foods or using saturating magnesia as a safe antacid. It promotes dispersible magnesium oxide powder or tablets, along with purified basneala, to neutralize excess acid and improve digestion without digestants.
Excursions North River Saturday to Northern Utah and Idaho
Very low round up fares to northern Utah and Idaho points for rites and fall travel. For details call city ticket office in Orpheum block or phone 2596 358.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Anc
Oregon
Utah
Idaho
Orpheum
Salt Lake Heiress Weds Tacoma Millionaire Suitor
Elizabeth Weyerhaeuser heir to the Weyerhaeuser fortune married Francis Titcomb in Tacoma. The bride will reside in Salt Lake City after September 1 where the couple will establish a home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salt Laker
Tacoma
Wash
Elizabeth Weyerhaeuser
John Philip Weyerhaeuser
Jue Berman
Marin
Francis Madman Titcomb
Salt Lake
Mina
Margaret Weyerhaeuser
St . Tacoma
Jo Dundergroom
Harvard University
Gardner Smelter
Alberta undefeated welterweight faces Johnny Leary in qualifier
Canadian lightweight title hopeful MCCrw SuIy Cloote Tait from Alberta puts undefeated record on the line today against Johnny Leary in the qualifier round of a renewed ten round bout.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mediive
McCrw
Cloote Tait
Alberta
Welent
Johnny Leary
Wehtwright
Cured by Hidden Patent Cure Promises Big Return
A dubious advertisement offers a $100 reward for anyone who can prove a claimed patent remedy cures constitutional ailments. It asserts internal action on mucous membranes and nervous systems, promising internal treatment to restore health and citing a dramatic cure. The notice targets readers to purchase the patent medicine from unnamed proprietors and druggists.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ruth Telth
Caring and schools to be discussed Saturday
Faced with the prospect of being seriously handicapped in canning work, Ogden area officials plan to urge schools to open later this year. A Utah Canners association representative will meet Weber County Farm Bureau directors to discuss keeping young workers in canning until the summer rush ends and to press school authorities to grant the industry’s request. The Weber County Farm Bureau directors will also map the annual farmers tour to the north and arrange entertainment for visitors from five southern counties. They will review the 1918 sugar beet crop outlook, set price expectations, and hear about a California drying fruit expert and weed control. After the meeting, attendees plan a Salt Lake trip to hear Carl Veromman, assistant secretary of agriculture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ogden Camera
Utah Canners Association
Weber County Farm Bureau
Fawm Bureau
Utah National Bank
Farm Bureau
Bia
Viars Bureau
California
Salt Lake
Carl Verooman
Agricul
Farmers to Hear War Time Agricultural Talk in Salt Lake
County agent W Preston Thomas has mailed notices urging directors to attend a Saturday Salt Lake meeting where Mr Vrooman of Washington will speak on wartime agricultural activities. Such an address from a national figure is rare and highlights national policy reaching local farmers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tore
Salt Lake
W. Preston Thomas
Vrooman
Washington
Examining Board Set to Meet Tomorrow at Eccles Building
Major Charles H. Barton announces a 4 PM meeting at rooms 201 and 202 Eccles Building of the officers reserve corps tralpits camp examining board. It likely will be the final session. Applicants seeking permission for the second stratolns camp must attend. Those already before the board need not return.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Charles H. Barton
Officers’ Reserve Corps
Regular Army Examining Board
How To Get Rid of Corns Peorie en Treing from tired
A fragment ad promises relief from corns and foot pain through a method claiming to reduce soreness. It hints at a nightly treatment with unknown steps and claims lasting relief, though readable text is limited and the source is partial.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Victrola
Sav
Glen Bros.-Roberts
Art Hudenm
Kate Stout
New York
Flora Bella
Orpheum Theatre
Douglas
Hilbee
Arit
Diabee
Oden
TW. W
Lie Ety
Hutte
Disbee
Jack
United Kingdom
Durchase
Alltneota
York Bay
Carl Capp
Federal
Aerita
Mesico
Chichester
Sale Pries
Last
Thomas
ELS Nyspeptics
Tait
Loy
Ubiover Saeitests
Mab Ofas
Welch
Stafford Millinery Co
Milan
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!