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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1916
Page
2
Anomalous local item notes irregularities in Chetnadated, the establishment scene, and the Ax Independent newspaper’s evening editions. The fragment cites excess coverage on Sundays, claiming a lack of a mussel or club presence in the community.
The piece laments the death of James Whitcomb Riley, praising his poetry for capturing childhood fancies and evoking deep empathy across ages. It honors Riley as a beloved author who spoke to youth and remains a central figure in Indiana literary heritage.
A letter discusses stopping parade street traffic in Salt Fare and Ogden to protect crowds during celebrations. It quotes W. H. Smith and describes giant sharks, including the whale shark, basking shark and their size, behavior, and historical hunting, then advocates building a lasting monument or public fountain to honor pioneers and provide a communal space.
The United States sealed terms to purchase the Danish West Indies after years of negotiations. The deal, expected to be signed in Washington, centers on St. Thomas St. Croix and St. John with a population of about 25 000 across 138 square miles. The islands would bolster U S strategic strength guarding the Panama Canal route. Britain remains the sole European power with large Caribbean holdings, while France owns a few small islets near Puerto Rico and Venezuela.
Thorman Rowlands, Salt Lake division superintendent, explains that all employees who joined the National Guard before July 17 remain on the pay rolls. He says the railroad must fix the date to avoid heavy future costs and notes Ogden shop workers already serving on the border.
Dr Mush Sf describes sharks of great size raiding the Atlantic pep board, noting their unusual heft and bold behavior in early reports. The piece outlines potential threats to marine ecosystems and maritime activities, urging further study.
An open letter from Dr. A B Condon urges constructing an endowment of a monument to the pioneers and the men who laid the foundations of Utah. The text praises Mother Tay celebrations and Weber County parade pageantry as a landmark in Utah history, describing the day as elaborate and inspiring.
The Lewis home at 664 Twenty fourth street was destroyed by a morning fire around 5 o clock. Neighbors alerted the family, who returned by 6 to find the rear and kitchen largely wrecked. Chief Graves cited faulty wiring as a cause, though Mr Lewis suspects a spark from the prior night’s fireworks. Several smoldering embers were found in lawns as late as 2 this morning.
The piece Peg ao the Ring is staged tonight at Oracle Theatre. County schools are to open on September 6. The county board of education has approved opening plans and a large shipment of school supplies arrived this morning. Superintendent Petterson, optimistic about the coming scholastic year, is refining a sanitary inspection plan to improve school conditions.
Manager S H Steck leads a Lyreum Theatre party with 15 patrons and several companions on a motor trip to Yellowstone Park for a week long rural tour. The group, including Mrs A Buck, Pearl and Alberta Sterk, plans to spend about three weeks away with nearby stays and outdoor activities at the park and surrounding regions.
Last evening the baby carriage parade lit the business district starting at 7 o’clock with 70 carriages. Notable entries included a wood-made pioneer baby trundle and the Union Pacific baby. The event featured a stork-led procession, a melting pot of nations float with Uncle Sam, and a finale of fireworks at Lester Park followed by prize awards at city hall park.
The article praises the Daughters of the Pioneers for organizing a July 34, 1918 celebration. It describes a rising parade, a moving pageant, and tributes at Glenwood and Tlewild, honoring committees and workers who contributed to a memorable event and the child of their efforts.
A fragmentary roster cites prominent figures including LW Shuriliff Wella Chase Wer L Stewart Ben F Garr Robert Le Quarrie David McKay among others, referencing notable entries in Ogden’s historical record.
New York markets opened with gains in some issues including Maxwell and Studebaker, while Reading Untox Pacific American Locomotive and Ateel saw fractions. After a partial recovery the market cooled into midday stagnation with talk of Steel Directors meetings and possible extra dividends. bonds held steady and International stocks, especially the French 5s, showed activity.
Chicago grain markets show wheat slipping as cooler weather in the black rust region tempers expectations and high ocean freights curb exports. September and December contracts retreat while corn rises on dry heat and hog prices edge higher. cattle and hog receipts at Omaha reflect varied demand.
New York markets show quiet trading with mixed quotes. Sugar futures opened quiet, later easing slightly while molasses and refined sugar held steady. grain and livestock terms appear erratic with small gains noted at noon.
Local mining shares moved higher with Howell Mining advancing to 27 1 2 cents. Other issues traded with limited gains, notable activity in Leonora May Day Michigan Utah Prince Con and Silver King group. Bank stocks showed scattered bids and asks from Commercial National to Desert Savings.
A list of bids and asks across multiple banks and companies including First National Brigham $300 bid McCombek Co $287 bid Merchanta $90 bid $95 asked National City Bank $139 bid Ogden Savings $420 bid Ogden State $432 bid State Bank Brigham City $225 bid Security State $140 bid Fray asked Salt Lake Security Trust $1 asked Thatcher Brow Logan $170 bid Bio State National $212 bid Ulab Savings Trust $95 asked Walker Bros $220 bid Prions Savings Bank Trust $1 Barora Barking $3200 bid Davis County $390 bid Fliat National Layton $180 bid Amalgamated Sugar $180 asked Beneficial Life $185 bid Panel Securities $98 bid Consolidated Wagon $106.50 bid F107.50 asked Com Lite Ing $97 bid Ever Fresh Foot Co $10 asked Guardian C. 2 G Co $15.56 bid Home Fire Inc $307 bid Utah Fire Clay $310? bid 972 asked Utahn gbo Sugar $18.15 bid $1845 Z C M 4 $300 bid $395 asked Utah Power Light F104 asked Utah Cereal $25 asked Iron Coal $68.60 asked Layton Sceer $180 bid Inland Crystal Salt $95 bid HJ Grant Co $27.25 bid Hotel Utah Op Co $125 bid Intermountain Life $12.55 bid Mountain States Telephone $11 Bid $112 eked aa
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