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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1917
Page
9
Dorothy Dix style dialogue shows five women debating marriage, dependence, and coping in life. They praise independence yet dramatize the appeal of clinging, cautioning against becoming helpless while noting husbands’ expectations and social norms.
An elderly letter from Maria Benucert of Pittsburgh praises Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for stopping monthly sickness, headaches, and dizziness after she began using it. The anecdote urges other young women to publish similar letters and seek the treatment from Lydia E Pinkham Medicine Co in Lynn, Massachusetts.
Salt Lake June 1 United States Senator William M King arrived from Portland after attending Senator Henry Lane's funeral. He warned that the nation must sacrifice lives and treasure to preserve democracy and curb militarism. He opposed food supply control and censorship expansion, urging full Liberty Bond support and swift legislative action toward July adjournment.
On June 1, the registration location for the thirty-fourth district moved from 27 Bennett Court to 224 West Fourth South. The change affects residents renewing enrollment and required administrative steps.
An article discusses congenital hip dislocation in children, its causes, and signs such as limp and favoring one leg. It covers early detection benefits, examination practices, and the Lorenz operation involving repositioning the femur into a shallow socket with plaster casts. It also mentions post operative care and cautions on misdiagnosis and treatment.
Utah's military draft quota will be 2,310 or five percent of the actual number to be conscripted, per the U S census bureau. Bureau estimates 46,200 males aged 21 to 31 eligible for registration under the selective draft. Government figures put Utah's population at 462,000, about 1,400 less than Governor Bamberger's canvass. The Celala canvass is believed closer to truth than the government's estimate.
Governor Bamberger notes no state law requires saloon closures on registration day June 5. The decision rests with mayors. he trusts residents will remain peaceful and saloons are likely to stay open as usual.
Mrs Anna Epperson wife of Dr Epperson suffered a fractured arm and minor injuries yesterday afternoon in an automobile accident near Farmington Davis County. She was returning home with her husband from Salt Lake City when their vehicle ran off the road into the ditch. The doctor escaped with minor injuries and stopped to assist.
Citizens crowded the Recorder's office as men requested registration cards. Workers kept busy at the counter all day and more than a hundred cards were issued amid confusion and delays.
In Layton and Kaysville May 31, citizens endorsed a permanent committee to recruit enlistments and fund subscriptions for the Liberty team. The plan calls for collecting personal information on volunteers, ensuring public honor for those serving, and organizing welfare efforts. a memorial monument may be erected in the Kaysville cemetery.
A Miler eight year' certice as Steward D H An drawn today assumes the duties of manager of the Alta club in Salt Lake City. Andrews is recognized as a leading steward in the United States. He succeeds A T Vollmer, who for the past fifty eight years has acted as secretary and auditor. Vollmer will travel soon to Santa Barbara, Cal.
A Bishop and Childs Grocery delivery truck overturned on Nadison Avenue between Twenty-sixth and Twenty-seventh streets after a child on a tricycle darted across. Mrs Hirem McFarland, Glen McFarland, and Miss Little Hunter were severely injured, with a sprained wrist, cuts, a broken arm, and head and body injuries. The child escaped unharmed. Dr. Rich treated the injured at his office. Witnesses said the car was moving slowly.
Lewiston reports two children missing in floodwaters from the Clearwater River. Eleanor, 12, and Weella, younger sister, were playing near driftwood when their father cried out. Their mother and father, Cal von Dover of Lewiston, searched the riverbank as the current swept away both girls and possibly the father. Local authorities fear the bodies were carried downstream.
Police recovered 3000 dollars worth of silk goods from Ju & A. Cohn Inc. after a Wednesday afternoon burglary. Detectives hold J. C. Smith and Jobo D. Brock and their wives. FH. Hicks, a hotel employee, and Helen Clarke are being held as witnesses amid the case.
John T. Clark of Provo seeks a patent for a 60 marine device to shield ships from enemy submarines. The invention attaches to any ship and countermeasures torpedoes both visible and submerged, allowing the vessel to fight while afloat. Letters from prominent persons urge senators Amott and Kingsbird and congressman Mayo and Welling to press the government for action.
A column on social etiquette covers wedding bouquet traditions and how brides choose flowers. It advises guests to escort invited dates, to ask the hostesses promptly, and explains expected caller etiquette when visiting in social settings with two hosts involved.
Salt Lake June 1 construction started on officers quarters for the two new teghaenia at Fort Douglas. Jas Atewart and Co. have charge with foundations laid and staking begun for several structures. The contract calls for the brigade barracks and officers quarters to be completed by June 15 and ready for use by June 7 if possible, though the builders expect completion by the contract date.
Washington reports the May 25 condition of the cotton crop at 62.5 percent of normal, below 77.5 percent last year and far under the ten year average. Acreage planted to cotton will be announced in July. Former congressman James J. Butler dies in St Louis at age 59.
Ogden Pictures Corp assisted by filming at former Senator Thom ax Kearns home grounds in South Tempts and at street for The Last of the Ages. Lillian Walker and Jack Mower starred, while weather delays and a missing silk hat triggered on-set lectures from director A M Devereans and crew.
Madrid reports the government has ordered seizure of a cargo of Argentine wheat aboard the steamer Nosario. The ship arrived Wednesday and the wheat, destined for Switzerland, is claimed to be needed to meet Spain's needs.
Governor Bamberger received a War Department communication urging special care to bar saloons and disorderly houses from locations near military posts. The document, addressed to Governor Badberger, references Fort Mougy and calls for enforcement steps at military facilities.
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