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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1916
Page
2
Debate centers on Pacific coast claim of long neglect in naval ships while Atlantic lawmakers push for ports trade. Critics say policy endangers national security to favor a few shopkeepers and urge correction.
The Herald Republican reports pollution found in Balt Lake canyon water samples showing colon bacilli from the intake to above Tirighton. It notes Ogden relies on artesian wells and warns that open streams in the canyon are exposed to campers and pollution, risking typhoid.
A report describes the Lagoon shooting of Jimmie Johns by a 40 officer. The officer claims self defense against a hostile group led by Jolene, with multiple wounds to Johns in the legs and abdomen. The incident prompts calls for judicial review and a formal inquiry into police actions.
A government bulletin surveys retail food prices from 1907 to 1938 and notes the cost of living fell about 1 percent in 1938 compared with 1937. It lists price changes across 47 staple items, with declines in beef, pork, butter, milk, and potatoes and small increases in a few items.
The piece reflects on David Lloyd George as England’s greatest statesman, noting a broad readership preferred him as Britain’s most capable leader. It highlights his wartime leadership and public esteem, portraying him as a trusted national figure amid crisis.
East Lake Tribune quotes a party stance opposing state railroad commissions and urging federal take over. It argues interstate rules conflict with state laws, causing confusion and expense, and warns against inconsistent local influence on rail regulation.
The text argues that public utilities, essential to the nation, must earn fair profits yet must not discriminate or trade unfairly with weaker parties. These utilities should be subject to authority beyond any single person or small group, ensuring equitable dealing and accountability.
Tickets go on sale July 22 23 and 24 with return limit of July 1a Consult agent for fares and details Charlie Chaplin in Police shown at the Lyceum today and tomorrow.
President Wilson rode to the Capitol shortly after noon, his first visit in months. In a private room he conferred with Senator Kern and other leaders on payroll reform, child labor laws, and worker compensation as part of the Democratic legislative program. The encounter sought a unified path for pending labor and employment proposals, with leaders signaling tentative agreement on several key points.
In a concise remark the president said it is simply a matter of program and he wishes to begin the campaign not later than September. He explained he wanted to see several senators about a legislative program and chose to come here instead of calling them to the White House.
Lincoln Nebraska July 18 Lincoln 1x to be invaded by 20 000 members of the I W W unless released Lincoln Lancaster county fall late relieved by R E McNally state organizer who with eighty followers appealed to the county sheriff to free two men in jail then went to the state house and asked State Labor Commissioner Coffey to seek their release They appealed to Governor Morehead and telephoned the sheriff but the sheriff refused without a governor ordered release.
Advertisement notes a star Frank Sheridan in Isle of Love and a feature The Struffle, described as a faultade feature about love and obstacles, plus a Lusty Surfer comedy at the theater.
Attorney J B Vetchlee of Kansan City seeks to secure Mansfield's release before the Montgomery county grand jury as it reconvenes in Vilteca Iowa to hear evidence in the murders of July 3. The Mansfield payroll connection is noted as part of the inquiry.
The fragment notes Mansfield’s alleged location at Montgomery and includes references to his weekly pay and other evidence. The text suggests a cross-state discrepancy with a claim of being 400 miles from Illinois, indicating an alibi dispute surrounding a murder case.
July journeys include July 22 August 5 15 September 21 and 16 with very low round trip rates to the and Northern Utah paints. For rates and full particulars call CITY TICKET OFFICE 2514 Washington Ave or phone 2500.
Washington July 18 The discovery of new wells last year raised crude output in the gulf field ET per cent over 1914 The geological survey reported total marketed oil at 20 877 102 barrels a gain of 7 665 780 barrels Texas yield up five per cent Louisiana district up 71 per cent minors down 13 per cent 1915 Colorado down eight per cent Read the Classified Ad.
Washington July 18 Abram Elkus of New York was nominated by President Wilson to be ambassador to Turkey succeeding Henry Morgenthau who retired to head the Democratic Party financial committee. Elkus a lawyer born and educated in New York City is a leader in American Jewry.
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