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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 19, 1918
Page
2
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The passage discusses the potential release of Quentin Roosevelt as a prisoner of war. It suggests Germany could turn him over to a U S representative in Switzerland with orders to send him home. The aim would be to soften the temper of Roosevelt's father and influence American public opinion.
Former congressman Joseph Howell of Wah was reported dead in Ogden after a bout of illness. A man devoted to family and public service, Howell rose from humble beginnings to teach and serve in education and business, leaving a legacy in national and state welfare.
A tear-streaked woman entered The Standard seeking a record of enlistment as war bloodies the town. The scene underscored how even young lives are drawn into the conflict with families bracing for further disruption.
A mother travels to Ogden to meet her 16 year old son who has joined the Marines. A Standard man consoles her, praising the young recruit as emblematic of American resilience. The piece frames patriotic duty, sacrifice, and pride in a family context amid wartime.
An article recounts Italian soldiers and civilians facing mistreatment by Austrian authorities. It highlights Lieutenant Ferruccio Corelli, a twenty year old prisoner captured near Berlin, executed for treason after a court martial. The piece notes his defiant farewell and references Italian Irredentist sentiment along the Alps and Isoneo frontier.
A fragment states that the Inhebitanta call themselves the unredeemed and anticipate a day when the Tronians will reclaim them. The text hints at a future reconciliation or restoration within this obscure faction.
A dispatch from Paris says the provi er, on the Bolasons heights yesterday, shook hands with General Mangin, while Paris papers praised the sight. The American army held the neighboring plateau as units pressed forward against German forces with bayonets and courage.
In Uniontown Pennsylvania on July 18 Ray Chevrolet won the independent auto derby finishing narrowly ahead of Ontario Chevrolet. Eddie Hears Barney Oldfield secured the International world championship over Arthur Duray at a high average speed. Luray faced trouble on the third lap as forces surged.
More than 20 safeties were played in the Brent plains tennis tournament for men, completing the third round in singles and the first round in doubles. Notable players included B. C. M. Bonebriker, J. G. Upriant, and Charles Spiece. doubles winners included Denebraka and Heath Moora. Semifinals expected Saturday with finals Sunday. YANK HURLER GOES TO STEEL LEAGUE New York July 18 Atlan Nua yell, pitcher for the New York Americans, was sent to the Sparrows Point team of the Steel league. Manager HIGGS announced the transfer, Russell leaving the New York American roster without resignation. he is the third American player to join Sparrows Point, following Monroe and Fewster.
Kalamazoo Mich July 18 Russell Day and Single G led a fast evening of harness racing. Major events included a 2:01% victory for Single G in the final heat and a 2:08 trot purse of $2000 won by Wilkes Brower, with action featuring horses such as Verio Patehon and Orn King and a Chestnut Peter stakes with a $25,000 prize linked to J W Leonard of Boston.
New York and Detroit split a doubleheader with Detroit winning the first game 4 to 1, and New York taking the second 8 to 3 in ten innings. Walker hit a homer for New York in game one. Cravell, Pipa and Bodie delivered doubles in the ninth to force extra innings in game two.
Los Angeles, Colo., July 18. The Angels defeated Vernon 3 to 1 in a light ball game. Crandall pitched all nine innings for Vernon, with strong support from his defense. Fournier, Crawford, and Ellis produced the fourth inning run, while Terry and Crawford added the sixth inning score. Chadbourne and Granelatt hit earlier three-baggers with no run support. Digkerbon to join war organization.
Reports from multiple games note Philadelphia beating Pittsburgh 1 0 in thirteen innings, Vaughn’s rough ninth inning as Brooklyn defeated Chicago 3 1, Doyle delivering a decisive ninth inning single for New York against St Louis, and Brock’s knockout of Cramer in Denver. Highlights include Slapnicka and Jacobs pitching shutout relief, and key hits by Cravath and Dighe.
July 18 Peey Anderson of the New York Nationals left for State Field North Carolina to report for military service July 26, Manager McGraw announced.
New York July 19 riding fit y seven miles into Dresden Germany in an hour Bobbie Walthour the bicycle champion won a gold medal some years ago He expects to win a still greater prize in the near future by duplicating Nils feat at the aide of the allied armies his effort echoes into trim
Colvilic University will host an intensive Y M C A training camp with Walthour named physical director in charge at the foyer du soldat. He plans to return to France, coach police in bike riding, and help chase the Kaiser from Berlin if time allows. The drive seeks men over draft age but under 50 with good moral character and knowledge of sports for Allied soldiers recreation and physical work.
In Buenos Aires about half of the 6000 bakers have joined a general strike led by an anarchist committee. Efforts to mobilize a nationwide strike of all workers proceed. Power plant employees threaten to walk out within ten days as naval engineers and firemen are named for replacements.
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