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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 25, 1919
Page
3
The clipping lists a string of local items including a joint War Camp Community Service event at State Homesay, a Lorin Parr Park railway conductors gathering on August 7, Boy Scout and Hoy Hearts meetings, a Beulah Day celebration with a Peace theme, coal price talks, fishing tackle sales, police and court notices, and staff movements at the Ogden Standard.
A home burglary on 1800 Washington Avenue in Ogden resulted in the theft of a silver watch, several jewels, and pocket knives. The incident was recorded with local police, and investigators suspect entry through a rear window. The article notes broader crime and economic concerns, including layoffs and wage pressures tied to wartime and postwar conditions.
Five candidates vie for the Ogden School Superintendent post as the board narrows the field. Edward Rich leads a list of five finalists including several prominent local educators. The committee will interview and possibly appoint a new leader to run the district.
New York based Salvation Army welfare workers Mfulicas Cora Van Norden and Ceserie Bryn Mawr were decorated with the Croix de Guerre by General Andrlew of a French infantry division, marking recognition of their wartime service and humanitarian efforts.
General Andrieu awarded the Cross of a Chevalier of the Legion of Honor to Colonel William Harret and Colonel A. Fluat, with Sergeant Michael Bilis honored as well. The French custom of cheek-kissing prompted confusion among officers, as Major General BH. McGlachlin intervened to aid. Miss Ely and Miss Van Norden, two welfare workers for the First Division, were present, marking a notable ceremonial moment in Crate de Guerre.
In Honolulu Hawaii a former customs inspector was found dead in the harbor with gold bags weighing about 3100. The money, believed tied to a ruse to swap for passage, may go to the widow. Federal authorities and Chinese surveyors are mentioned in the unverified theory. The bag is unclaimed.
A chaotic dispatch reports clashes near Flame to ay resulting in Italian casualties amid a broader Balkan conflict. Separate notes cover a boxing title defense in Cleveland and a balloon incident in Europe, with details about investigations and aviation officials.
Brigham City July 24 Brighamites spent Pioneer Day with a ball game between the Western Ophlicals of Salt Lake and the Brigham Feaches. Belgham won 19 to 8. Many citizens visited neighboring towns and some attended the outing to Lorin Farr Park in Ogden for a Sunday school excursion with swings, slides, and a ball ground.
A charming retelling of a Booth Tarkington romance stars Dustin Farnum with Winifred Kingston. The film follows a county seat romance from courthouse square to reunion, highlighting a hat loss, old fashion courtship, and a touching county town finale.
C H Gann of Pueblo Colorado returns to Nevada after a long voyage via numerous mining camps and reclaims a silver claim he first noted near Melmont Nevada 45 years ago. In 1873 he discovered a promising ladse and planned to stake it soon, then traveled world before finally returning to Belmont and Melmont.
Honolulu July 2 By Mail The annual report of Governor McCarthy to the Secretary of the Intering for the year ending June 30, 1918, has not yet been made public. McCarthy estimates the population of the territory at 256,000, an increase of 64,271 or 33 percent from the last census. Honolulu is estimated at 77,000, of which 107,000 are Japanese. Exports for the fiscal year exceed 41,000,000 with imports declining. Pineapples lead exports in value with other groups following.
The article praises Manly as the Southern Hemisphere surfing capital, compares its blue waters to Waikiki, and notes its scenic harbor beaches, ferry access from Circular Quay, and the village charm. It highlights lifeguards, life-saving clubs, and local concerts, while urging modernization and investment to boost tourism.
The note lists 1.8. W. Information Huteas located at room 317 in the building at 149 Broadway in New York City. It records a specific address and street details for the venue or contact.
The governor highlights Mayeaht birth rate figures and recent years show the Whilrt 000. He notes the ero 'pines have supplied lio meds for Hawaiian plantations. Ta Pinkham discusses territory birth rates and health statistics, referencing veterans’ writings and broader territorial health data.
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