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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1916
Page
8
In Washlegion on July 20 President Wilson spoke to about 700 postmasters, outlining his political faith as American, unselfish, and protective of citizenship. He touched on peace and noted the audience was largely Democratic, framing his remarks accordingly.
Utah Governor Spry announces renomination bid detailing record and policy on party loyalty and prohibition. He argues party pledges must be held to account and defends his stance on liquor laws from 1908 to 1914 amid criticism from opponents and supporters.
Provo July 2. Mayor James Carlels reports Senator Reed Smoot has sent a written invitation to Judge Charlie E. Hughes for a western tour including Mount Timpanogos. Smoot will invite Hughes personally in New York when he returns, as the Provo Commercial Club sought the invitation.
Mme. Ferrando Riabourhinsky, famed for her beauty upon arriving in New York with her wealthy husband, announces plans to enter theater. She speaks five languages and cites desire to shape her own future, fulfill a longtime wish, and showcase her talent.
A fragment notes fidelity to Republican pledges and alignment with party platform. The speaker asserts actions match party prominence and expresses intention to renew support under the convention adopted platform. The text highlights loyalty and adherence to GOP principles.
Paris dispatch notes months of German trench and underground fortifications south of the Somme front were overcome by French forces. German resistance in the Barlen and Soyecourt region proved stout, but French troops, well prepared and well supplied, advanced with artillery support, while an earlier bombardment set the stage for renewed action. Further gains were prepared overnight after additional reconnaissance and planning.
Reported from Ruth New July 20 details indicate French and German forces exchange heavy bombardments near Verdun with French officials claiming the German drive stalls. The French crown prince’s forces are blamed for rough progress and mounting casualties as ground near Thiaumont and Fleury endures costly blows. Also noted is a $500 reward for dynamiters of a Copper company chief’s home, with White Pine county commissioners contributing $250.
Verdun authorities require Tonger and Tonger to prepare for an anticipated operation. They claim German forces reduced preparation time by 50 days less than 38 days, ahead of an attack dated July 12.
AUTOMOBILE TRUCK DESTROYED BY FIRE: Vernal July 20 Monday morning on I4on bus one of the I Quinta automobile trucks caught fire and burned. Total loss not yet estimated but likely between 1000 and 2500. Driver Le H Sibley was attempting a hill when a gear failed the truck rolled back and caught fire.
Nevada Consolidated gets 2000 damages in fourth district court case Jeddiah Greentalsh v Albert Beott et al. Painter sues for 25500 for personal injuries from September 1913 while hauling gravel from Ellsworth gravel pit at Santaguir. Barney Oldfield arrives in Ely after touring Yellowstone Glacier parks.
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