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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1917
Page
9
Random references describe Ogden army supply talks with Captain Rodney on 2000 horses to furnish the army and shipments due by month’s end. Also listed are new citizenship applicants from several European countries, with many passing exams to seek U S status.
Society notes report the Christian Ladies Aid of the Chris Man church will meet with Mrs. David Turner Wednesday afternoon at 3 p.m. at 2616 Van Buren. Other items cover a July 12 party at Helen Mohlman’s home, lawn entertainment by Reverend Crawford, and a June/July wedding and travel notices involving locals in Ogden.
A brief item notes a crowd gathering at Hermitage Park for an event or public gathering, with no further details provided in the readable text. The fragment emphasizes collective movement toward the park and signals a local activity attracting many attendees.
The funeral of John C Measures was held at 11 at the Weet Weber meeting house and was the most attended there in months with Bishop George A Vilatop officiating. Speakers included George F Hunter Bishop MacFarland Anmao Green Nathen Avhea and Nsbop Hislop. Interment was in Ogden City cemetery. Joel Citford's funeral followed at 1 p m at the North Ogden meeting house with Dishap Joseph and Marker presiding and interment in North Ogden cemetery.
Classified ad fragment promotes New Century Printing Company offering catalogs one color work blank book work and Joogassf work. The ad wording appears garbled but indicates printing services and advertisement placement. No dates or locations are provided in the legible text.
Mayor Heywood and prominent officials plan to greet the Belgian commission at the Union depot this evening. The visitors will have a brief stop in Ogden, enjoy city hospitality, and proceed to Cheyenne and Denver after the visit.
Washington July 11 Senator Walsh chairman of the Senate mines committee reported the house bill to regulate manufacture distribution storage and possession of explosives during the war. One amendment provides licensing for all manufacturers vendors and purchasers of powder and high explosives, licenses limited to U S citizens.
Washington July 17 Defense Saunese supply committee orders 12 percent of peas 15 percent of corn 18 percent of potatoes and 5 percent of sales on to be reserved from canners nationwide affecting about 4 500 canners in eight eastern states. The move aims to stabilize prices and ensure adequate wartime rations as government sets fair price terms. Logan July 16 Women of Woodcraft of America hold state convention with delegates from across Utah. Mayor Roy Butten welcomes delegates as sessions begin with programs, banquet, and planned tours. A new veterans’ town development near Grenoble France is mentioned as part of wartime campaigns.
William Glam, 16, sues Ogden Packing and Provision Co. in district court seeking twenty five thousand dollars for the loss of his right arm after a February 9, 1917 accident at the plant. He alleges no safety guard on the cleaning machine and distant electrical switch hindered timely stoppage. arm amputated near wrist and elbow, crippled for life. Attorney Joseph F. Evans represents Glam, with guardian Forest Neuteboom managing his interests.
Lou Jess, a Chinese woman, faced a police court on a charge of varraccy after an incident at the Alhambra cafe. The court heard she visited a room with two Chinese men after a fire alarm. Attorney Evans defended her, arguing no wrongful act was shown. Judge Darker acquitted her, noting good character.
Improvements are being made on the canyon road from Twenty-fifth street to the dugway top along Harrison avenue. The street department, citing heat slowing tar, asks motorists to use Twelfth street until resurfacing with Ulvia sets. Public cooperation is requested as full closure is not planned.
Mary Tribe moves to strike a reply filed by Alvin Tribe alleging malice and improper conduct by attorneys Chez and Gilne. Judge Mara presides as the court schedules a July 20 hearing at 10 am to consider the motion.
The Southern Pacific team defeated the Reno squad last Sunday in Nevada City by 10 runs. The game drew a large crowd with fifty-foot shots by Uden attracting attention. Pitcher Cooks and Walt delivered strong performances as Tacoma, Wath, and other teammates negotiated a new eight-hour day deal within ten hours.
Ogden, Cogan and Idaho railway asks city commission for permission to lay concrete on their part of district 125. Petition from Ralph W Armstrong, chief engineer, was ordered filed. Turkle Electric Co. granted license to operate as contracting electricians. Itt Colle HM addition residents request water main extension. referred to water commissioner. $0,006 bond of Meywood and Jones, posted by Guaranty Casualty and Guaranty Co., accepted as surety for commissioners.
Harry Hampton drummer at the Southern Pacific shop band plans to return to England to enlist in France. He leaves Ogden after a farewell at his mother's home attended by 400 friends, including Southern Pacific band members and the All British Society. He aims to join the Allies as President Wilson calls for support and speed the war effort.
Two divorce suits were filed this afternoon in the state court. Gayla Liston sues Al-Bitogs, Stones. case details unclear, likely related to a 1916-1918 period. Lester J. Leavitt faces charges of evading registration. case dropped after judge ruled registration age.
Fire crews battled a blaze at the American Can plant as a car loaded with crates of meat cans ignited. The fumes spread quickly but were quenched, causing minor damage. In appreciation, the can company donated $15 to 14 Sremen's Vedsel fund. Earlier, a rubbish fire behind Larkins funeral chapel was also extinguished with no damage.
In three cases this week the Utah Supreme Court affirmed Judge J. D. Call’s district court rulings. The leading decision involves Lake Shore Gun Club versus Lase View and James Bkeen and others over a water dam on Plain City and Coal Springs land. The court upheld the water appropriation for irrigation of unsurveyed U.S. public land to grow feed for wild ducks. The second decision reverses earlier rulings in David Jones versus Wells Jennen, upholding a red steer replevin. The third, Jacob Jrn ten ve versus P. M. Anderson, awards Plaoutt $540 with disputed ownership debated.
Drunk defendants, described as able bodied and sober minded, were granted suspended sentences or warnings as extenuating circumstances shaped the court's approach. Kim O’Fiven, linked to a jail brawl, faced another disturbance charge after being beaten, but received continued probation and praise for cooperation. He thanked the judge and officials, while displaying a swagger as he left.
In Flat River Missouri July 17 a disturbance occurred when miners, under liquor influence, refused to work with foreigners. Police arrived as miners left the saloon in disorder. Court approved sanctions against alleged owners for limiting employment of foreigners. Small crowd dispersed and a small amount of money was allowed to pass.
Washington July 17 The minimum wheat price of 1.75 dollars for No 1 northern wheat under the amended act drifted today. The plan would set minimums for other wheat grades and authorize government purchase and sale powers to regulate prices and ensure wartime food supplies. The measure also covers government control of coal mines and fuel pricing, with licensing and regulatory provisions for interstate and foreign commerce.
Washington July hearing on contracts issued by the advisory commission of the Council of National Defense. Rep Good of Town alleges a Denton firm with J B McElwatp on the commission’s committees got 100000 army overcoats at 95.17 per pair, others on committees profits. Kenyon and Wadsworth debate delivery speed and propriety, while critics urge safeguarding government purchases.
President L. W. Shurilitt returns from an outing to the Pacific coast and a Catalina trip. President Ghurtitt, aged about two, is described as active as a man of fifty and enjoys deep sea fishing. Catalina provided him leisure in his favorite pastime.
On July 4 German U boat bombardment of St Michaels Azores aimed to disrupt Fourth of July. American ship and a collier answered with precise fire, driving off the submarine. A girl and a man were wounded by shells in St Michaels. Also a note that the government of Nuialah Indian sent no aid to study American customs and agriculture.
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