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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1918
Page
2
City commissioners affirm artesian wells Cold Water and Wheeler provide water, claim no pollution from river, and say sanitary inspector found water pure. Yet some scent or odor after boiling recalls old issues, as valves were opened at Cox's place while river water was rejected.
General Francis V Greens at a Bly meeting in New York praised Serbia’s fight for independence. He linked Serbia’s early resistance against the Turks and later Austrian rule to the American struggle for liberty. He invoked Patrick Henry’s era defining speech and cited enduring American sympathy for peoples seeking self government.
The report recites General Greene arguing that only a free independent state for the Slavic peoples could halt German domination. It emphasizes Serbia’s devastation, Austrian and German advances, and the need for allied unity to secure lasting peace. The text warns that future wars would pit German soldiers against their own fellow races if peace based on German conquest is achieved.
Fragmentary text discusses horses and masks, indicating a historical or satirical note. The readable portion mentions the front, masks, and a contrast between idle dreams and practical likelihood within a domain of possible dominance. No clear names, dates, or locations emerge.
The article discusses German writer Maximilian Harden’s critique of militarism and America’s role in the war. It argues Harden warns Germans against worshiping a military god and notes William II’s pursuit of global dominance as a dangerous path. It cites President Wilson’s Mount Vernon address and suggests bold actions could threaten American interests.
Reported confiscation of bells in Udine and the removal of art from invaded Italian cities provokes strong anger in the north. Authorities claim bells are preserved for church use while other treasures are sent to warehouses, with owners not compensated. Museums and cities like Venice Florence Milan and Rome are cited as sources of loss.
A fragmented report discusses German plans in World War I, noting anticipation of a Verdun diversion and possible Allied withdrawal. It mentions German preps for fighting in Picardy and the Lys, with predictions of American involvement and the strategic aim to sever supply lines to Paris.
Fragmentary text discusses a commander urging action to overcome Verdun and avert a disaster near the Marne. It hints at possible enemy movement and the risk to French defenses, with stakes for Allied positions and a potential retreat if the offensive fails.
American and British troops announced control of the Martunt port area in Russia to prevent Bolshevik and German use of stocks landed at Kola and spread along a 60 mile rail corridor. The move signals a shift to aggressive handling of the Russian situation and aims to curb Bolshevik gains amid German influence fears. President Wilson faced a challenge in aligning with Russian masses wary of Bolshevik treachery and German manipulation.
London July 4. A British under-secretary said an economic association of twenty four nations, part of the Allied war effort, exists and Germany’s admission depends on US led principles. President Wilson described Germany as an obstacle to this alliance, and Allied efforts focus on free economic intercourse and postwar reconstruction. The speech stresses mutual aid and removal of economic barriers after the war.
The article discusses allied leaders backing a league of nations to secure peace and free trade, confirming no return to protest tariffs but preserving a nation’s right to defend its economic interests. It notes a grain policy allowing the government grain corporation to buy all wheat at fixed prices, with grading disputes handled by direct shipment to the corporation.
Monday Morning Army List from Washington lists casualties by category. It records Killed in Action, Died of Wounds, Died of Disease, Died of Accident and Other Causes, and Wounded Severely, with numerous private, corporal, sergeant, and officer names from various locations including Brooklyn, Chicago, Detroit, Cleveland, and San Francisco.
Frank TR Warner and wife transfer part of marshwese quarter section 21 to Maud E S Carter for 2500 dollars in a warranty deed. Realty and Rental Company transfer lots 12 13 and 14 in Terrace subdivision block 3 to Eva P Bacon for 4 dollars.
Washington July 1 The Federal Trade Commission charges a conspiracy to stifle competition in the wholesale drug trade. The case names the National Wholesale Druggists Association New York listed officers and key figures including Charles E Ledwell of Omaha Neb as president. The complaint alleges written notices to manufacturers and price and policy alignments with the association to suppress non member competition and sway local groups to adopt harmonized policies.
Washington July 14. Trade protection for the wheat farmer against price and market uncertainties is outlined in the administration's plan for the 1918 crop. The central market remains open, with the principal markets anticipated for primary sales.
Ogden will furnish five men in August for the national army with 250 to be called. A portion may be used to fix regular defenses, while 176 of the 250 are to be allocated to other districts. Registrants of June 2015 or those already inducted may be drafted, with Class 1 members first. The list of boards and counties covering Utah counties is noted, urging readers to read the Classified Ads.
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