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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1917
Page
2
The Ogden Standard prints an editorial response to reader letters dated June 14, 1917. Miss Allira M L writes about failed so called remedies for eczema and nervous tension and a reader named John CL comments on natural strength and nervous systems.
An old advertisement touts Dr Heker and James Baker offering remedies and prescriptions for invalids. It includes testimonials praising cures, lists ailments like indigestion and nerve distress, and promotes Theamet Turners tablets with a call to send 3d and a coupon for a guide.
An editorial argues that many Americans fail to grasp Europe’s war, noting Canada’s 450,000 army without conscription. It suggests if the U S had a proportionate force, 8.6 million would be under arms. Canada’s effort is praised as preserving liberty, and the piece warns against German conquest and loss of independence, urging Americans to contribute wealth and support.
Utah ranks second on the nation’s list for liberty bond subscriptions with six and a half million dollars raised, while Salt Lake banks remained open until 2 a.m. to process payments. The report notes pride in Utah’s loyalty and contributes to the state’s reputation despite earlier negative remarks by detractors.
Fragmentary OCR from Ogden news notes a morning scene with war bond subscriptions and a Whetty loan near two million dollars. It questions why the country falls to respond properly and hints at meet demands of the motion. The readable parts show a public finance appeal and a sense of urgency.
An early 20th century record recounts a motor vehicle crossing of the continent from New York City to Oakland by a special trainlike vehicle. The journey covered 11 miles an hour average, set a long standing record at 82 hours 45 minutes, and later faster continental traverses are noted with times and distances.
An account notes a motorcycle test covering the distance from California to New York as a war department trial. It compares older routes with the Ogden-Lucia line and mentions Allan T. Dedell completing a similar run in six and a half days, highlighting the reduced distance and speed.
James A Hope of 2638 Linen Avenue, 79, subscribed today to ten liberty bonds for 599 dollars each. A former brakeman turned engineer, Hope helped build the South Pacific line, rose to engine master, retired in 1913, and now embodies the wartime spirit by supporting the national cause while remaining active in spirit.
In Syracuse New York a German city fund drive raises seven million dollars for liberty bonds. Arthur Leanby and Jerome Bernum spearhead nationwide fundraising with Frank Vanderlip advising on target pledges and bond lending as collateral. Citizens, factories, stores, and transit workers participate through ads, rallies, and patriotic displays to meet the high goal.
The Chantaugus lecture last night titled The Temple of Civilization by Mon Laville Flowers inspired praise for its lofty aims. The audience roared with applause as the speaker denounced closed door diplomacy and imperial wars, urging a future built on peace, love, and shared governance.
Dr Frank Dohn delivered a Chautauqua talk titled Illtory and Progress drawing on his tour through Germany. He warned that Kaiser worship feeds militarism, shaping German youth from age twelve to sixteen, and argued geography explains history with America England Germany and Russia as key industrial powers. He suggested India and Japan could influence the war and urged democratic alignment to shape a postwar world order.
A home remedy ad urges readers to obtain 1 oz of an ingredient from a druggist then mix with hot water and sugar to make a pleasant tasting solution. It promises quick relief from head noises nasal discharge and throat mucous, claiming many will see benefits from the simple treatment.
Major Kaeass requests a three inch rifle from Adjutant General Williams in Salt Lake to station in the city for training and recruiting. A commissioned officer will explain use during drills and meetings are held in northern Utah and southern Idaho to boost enlistment with a Herald-Republican gathering from Salt Lake aiding the effort. Soldiers and a Marmon roadster party travel to Idaho for recruitment events and training demonstrations.
A Santa Fe Limited train from Chicago to Los Angeles derailed east of Haynes, with the engine overturning and tail and baggage cars demolished. Fireman J F Wood was the lone injured survivor, later dying from burns. cause of the derailment remains undetermined.
Helen Holmes stars in The Railroad Raiders sixth episode and Marie Cahill appears in Patsy’s Partner. Reel Life at the Cozy runs today and tomorrow. Program changes occur Saturday with schedule updates.
Washington June 14 Contracts for the national army cantonment at American Lake were awarded to the Harley Mason Co of Tacoma. The firm was recommended by the general munitions board and the work will be done on a cost plus percentage of profit bagla system. Also noted is a patriotic meeting in Wellsville and speeches planned in Ogden and other towns before return.
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