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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1918
Page
2
The document discusses rail traffic, Western Pacific and Southern Pacific alignment, and plans affecting passenger and freight routes. It notes extended distances and efforts to strengthen track security with automatic guarding devices, aiming to run into Ogden before winter.
Woo H Scott, formerly of Ogden, is named federal manager of the Pacific system for Southern Pacific and Western Tactics. The Standard notes benefits of using Western Pacific tracks from Winnemucca to Wells as part of Southern Pacific. Consolidation aims to run trains across both lines regardless of origin. To maximize expansion and efficiency, Western Pacific divisions west of Winnemucca and east of Walts should be treated as branches while maintaining service between Graville and Winnemucca and the Wellton Salt Lake route.
A May 1919 special bulletin claims United States chemists developed a poison more deadly than prior war gases and that American artillery used blistering shells at Marne and Cantigny. The transmission notes the secret hazards were disclosed by Allied forces in Lyon and Terna.
A report explains mustard gas, its skin-burning effects and persistence in trenches. It notes Allied chemists developed production, and that American troops used it first this week against German positions near Chateau-Thierry, aiding the advance as Germans found pontoon boats and constructed bridging material.
In Weber County a Wade family endures grief over Don Crandall Wade, one of three sons in combat. Jamon Wade and his wife dwell on the unresolved fate as the War Department works to clarify his status, while neighbors praise the family as sturdy American parents.
A long garbled report details a German government influence operation in the United States. It cites figures like Busch of St. Louis and von Wernstadt, mentions purchases of German bonds, and alleged deposits tracing to New York banks. Grand jury awaits further evidence as investigations expand.
Lieut Francisco Terry trains volunteer Cuban escadrille with aviators paying for their own equipment including aircraft. The group plans to sail for France soon to join the front. Lieutenant Jeary was sent to Cuba by the new government to oversee training.
The letter writers defend Mayor Hylan as a steadfast American leader despite critics accusing him of culturing corruption to secure reelection and raising taxes. They praise his wartime stance, contrast with Morris Cukor’s alleged connections, and argue the city faces internal treachery and flawed governance amid national strain.
A fragmentary letter from Carlin Neveila praises Mayor Hylan, praising the defeated candidate and calling New Yorker by adoption. The writer claims to inform the publication of facts unknown, citing a quarrel with former Mayor Mitchell’s death coverage and asserting the mayor's people centric leadership.
Wusening ton July 42 tax figures show amusement and travel levies collected from oil sources totaling 123,396. May admissions for theaters concerts and cabarets added 4,554,996. February taxes from these sources and a separate passenger tax are noted, with preliminary land tax revenue at 4,485,200 for February.
Ogden city school system posted receipts and disbursements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 1918, totaling 455,139.83. Revenue came from city district, state school, and state high school taxes and bonds. expenses covered teachers salaries, new buildings, furnishings, and the operation of the high school cafeteria which incurred a loss. Major spending included 184,304.05 on new buildings and improvements, chiefly remodeling Mound Fort School, with 16,605.76 paid to high school teachers and 41,800.93 for total school operation. The cafeteria produced 178.75 in net, and no new equipment is planned.
Washington, July 72 Army casualty list reports total 52 with 18 KIA, 7 died of disease, 2 from airplane accidents, 4 from accidents and other causes, 16 wounded severely, 1 wounded, degree undetermined, and 6 missing. Named lieutenants and privates span multiple states including Washington, D. C., Oklahoma City, Gibsonville, Camden, Lancaster, New York, and more, with deaths from action, wounds, disease, air crashes, and other causes.
Appreciation notes from the Chal Regimental Band after a July Fourth visit express gratitude for Ogden’s reception and for a generous gift of 1100.85 dollars. The funds will be placed in the regimental fund and used for the band and regiment under proper oversight.
Brigham H. Rob ert chaplain of the 145th Fla thanks the people of Ogden and Weber County for a generous response to their regiment. He says the manifestation of interest will inspire officers and enlisted men to be worthy of the esteem of the community. He thanks all who contributed to the bark visit and signs sincerely. Debs hearings postponed until September 3.
American pursuit planes moved behind German lines in France today in a reconnaissance and photographic operation. Lieut Tas yar Tobin of San Antonio and Lieut Ragar Jones of Chicago attacked a German plane over Elireyar at 3000 yards altitude, diving after it four times toward Phlancourt. Lieut Charles V. Merrick of Bidora, Ind. engaged another biplane near Furey, forcing the German to nosedive.
The report notes Paranit planes and Allied units attacking enemy observation balloons and repelling assaults over contested skies. Despite scattered resistance, balloons were brought down, signaling a tactical airfield hardening phase and continued aerial warfare in the region.
Fort Douglas war prison camp appoints Lieut. Col. Emery S Went to preside over a court martial to try Third detention barracks inmates on charges of violations of military regulations. The court includes Capt. Albert Youn, Earl M. Price, Willystva Beer, John D. Harper, BE. EL Cochran, Henry H. Conan, Wilb B. Kerran, and Lorenzo D. Browning among others. The article also notes a political exchange about a 20 minute debate and suggests reading the Classified Ads.
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