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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1916
Page
2
A former Ogden resident proposes a city wide Homecoming Week to bring back ex residents. The plan envisions inviting thousands living away to return for a festive observance with former friends and town memories, potentially drawing hundreds from nearby Salt Lake City.
The Standard explains why Republicans plan separate primaries for the legislative ticket in the county. Leaders say past legislators were overshadowed by county offices and they seek the best candidates for the legislature. They also discuss avoiding a clash between dry and wet factions by segregating that portion of the ticket.
Dr B G Gowans returns with favorable reports on western men and women at the National Education association convention in New York. He joined nominating committees and others from Idaho Utah Colorado Washington and Arizona read papers. The meeting featured round table discussions and about one hundred papers on educational work.
A critic denounces postal handling practices that allow packed bags to squeeze goods like shoes out of shape while Wells Fargo and others separate dangerous items from hardware. The speaker blames the postal department and federal inefficiency for failing to protect valuables in transit.
A New York banker reviews wartime loan activity noting a $100,000,000 French loan through a special corporation and a $1.5 billion British war credit, lifting total Allied funding above $19 billion. The piece discusses Britain’s vast resources, Germany’s blockade-driven finance, potential domestic bond issues, and the implied shift of loan sources amid global scarcity.
The article notes Britain's large foreign and domestic securities as collateral for borrowing while the government funds the war via a pay-as-you-go plan. It highlights Britain’s growing financial strength from domestic production and wage rises, despite losses in other areas. It contrasts with Germany and Italy’s wartime capabilities.
Henry Clews credits the British government for wartime finance, noting no permanent loans in 12 months funded by current taxes and short term securities. He cites McKenna figures of 30 million dollars daily wartime costs, Britain’s gold and securities holdings, and large foreign investments supporting vast war bills.
The article critiques the U S parcels post system noting it is incomplete yet proves convenient. It blames long opposition from press company agents in Congress and red tape in the Postal Department for delays. Citizens complain, especially women who report frequent failures to receive hats through parcel delivery.
A New York doctor promotes Nuxated Iron as increasing strength in delicate people by 200 percent within ten days. He claims many suffer from nervous weakness and related ailments due to iron deficiency, and outlines how proper iron forms restore power, energy, and stamina.
Washington July senators show high hopes for a naval program despite uncertain White House support. President Wilson’s backing sparkled debate as the House plans to name conferees Thursday. Key figures push for timely action while resisting strongarm tactics and party pressure.
Boston July 26 Dr Aldredge G Atwood the youth known as oft path was arraigned on a murder charge after fatally wounding former instructor Dr Witfred E Harris. He pleaded not guilty and was held without bail as the grand jury considers the case. Harris died last night and Atwood said he attacked to avenge wrongs to his sweetheart Dr Celia P Ads.
The National Parks Road Association meets to perfect its organization with Gus Holme of Cody, Wyoming, named president and L. J. Newton of Cody as secretary. Vice presidents listed include Hed. Miller of Livingston, Wyo, W. A. Deming of Chesense, Wyo, T. J. Hall of Denver, Cole Frank Riggs of Portland Ore, and Carl Davis of Boise.
San Francisco July 26 The Commonwealth of Australia has purchased twenty large freighters from the British Government for 20 million dollars, premier T J Ryan said en route home. The ships will be used to improve freight conditions and operate between Australia and European ports. The deal includes a British repurchase option at ten percent above the sale price after the war.
Seattle reports Gus Eierfiund banker and Yukon prospector who escaped detention in Canada arrives aboard the Jefferson, July 25, with a husky dog aiding his escape. They traveled from Skagway to Seattle, pursued by Canadian police after leaving the camp.
Howard Elliott joins Chicago Cubs after a cash purchase deal arranged in July. Oakland catcher Killett is listed as a participant while Sloane and Meck are noted in negotiations at the United Nationals office. no players are removed from their teams in the transaction.
An autopsy linked a young woman's death near Olney to a medical mishap involving a hypodermic needle and air embolism. Prosecution says Roy Hinteriter caused death after meeting Silas Ratcliffe. a buried surgical instrument and torn evidence tied to the elm-tree site.
A new Geography Bulletin from the National Geographic Society describes Bailburt near the Churuk river, its 10 000 inhabitants, strategic role on Trebizond Erzerum routes, and the old fortress overlooking a plateau. It notes that Ratburt gained significance as a key site in Taskevichs 1863 Russo Turkish campaign and compares it to medieval powers.
A fragmentary article details Grand Duke Nicholas directing Russian troops on the Balburt plateau with references to Taskovich and past campaigns. It mentions early rise to field marshal, battles of Leipzig and Persia, and titles awarded, including Prince of Warsaw. The piece also notes a violent ball scene at Mamabatun and location hints near the Caucasus.
Petrograd reports an official statement announcing the capture of Erzingas by General Adenitebin's troops. The czar telegraphed to the commander at Tilia praising the Cantanian army for their valor and quick success in clearing Turks from Armenia.
Kannet California July 26 In Bam Moh Copper mine three miles from town a fire destroyed the bunk house grub house supply house motion picture theater and several small buildings. No injuries were reported and work resumed. Loss estimated between 50000 and 76000 dollars. Two truckloads of food were dispatched from Redding at daybreak for the miners now homeless.
Washington news reports a July senate program on Ireland and child labor laws. Irish nationalist leaders pressed Premier Asquith to act, while U S senators debated priorities, with Southern Democrats favoring delaying child labor while Republicans argued against postponement. Immigration reform faced a similar fate.
Loulshire July 26. Clinical demonstrations highlighted the latest advances in dental surgery at the twentieth annual National Dentists Association convention. The program featured anesthesia techniques for fillings extractions and tooth amputations while illustrative lectures demonstrated various clinical methods. Emphasis was placed on oral hygiene as a preventive measure to avoid decay and costly repairs.
New York reports a Rockefeller Institute expert, Dr Silman Fleaeiner, stating disease spreads mainly through person to person contact among children. The Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals says the epidemic has driven a large demand to euthanize cats and dogs, with about 73,000 cats and 6,000 dogs killed since July 1 and agents averaging 3,700 animals per day.
Waabloxion reports July 26 data showing U S merchant tonnage built or entering service by July 1 at 3,000,000 tons, double the German pace on Jan 1 1914, with British output down to half normal during peace era, and more than 1,000 gross tons under construction reaching 195 ships.
New York on July 26 reports the infantile paralysis epidemic continues to gain headway. The health department bulletin shows 35 deaths and 163 new cases in the city’s boroughs from 9 to 10 this morning. The center appears to shift from Brooklyn toward Manhattan with rising cases daily while Brooklyn shows a decline.
Sipriana Castro, wife of a Venezuelan ex-dictator, expresses fortune at visiting the United States. The Castro family faced restrictions on entry for years and encountered landing difficulties this time, while Senor Castro was closely observed and denied any intent of further revolution.
Government Scout held at Columbus on suspicion of being Guy Hartman sought in Arkansas whiskey fraud. Justice agents from Washington expected, Johnsan identity confirmed by local officers. Troops withdrawn south of expedition headquarters, and eastern motor truck drivers arrived for immediate police duty in Mexico.
Quartermaster's department will shift twenty four cook carts and twenty supply wagons from Colubbas to Mexico during the week. A large number of remounts for officers and men will also depart.
West region dispatches indicate the United States seeks a broad remit for a retirement commission in Mexico. Officials say preliminary talks between Secretary Polk and Ambassador Arredondo yielded no progress. Mexico City officials suggest a snag in defining the commission’s scope.
Fifteen hundred bees and men filled a makeshift arena to watch thirty one rounds of boxing by residential champions. A non descript negro quartet interrupted the program from the arena darkness requesting to sing between bouts.
An official message from the Austro Hungarian general staff disputes Russians claims of capturing 266 000 prisoners. It states 106 000 Austro Hungarian soldiers were taken prisoner during the recent offensive, and on the 800 kilometer front the actual engaged forces were fewer than claimed. The notice includes stray livestock sale details from Utah in 1906 and a local farm keeper signature.
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