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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1918
Page
8
A long old advertisement touts Nuxated Iron, citing endorsements by former U S senators and health officials. It claims the tonic boosts energy, memory, and vigor, with testimonials from Francis Sullivan and former Health Commissioner Kerr, and urges readers to try a two week home test to measure strength gains.
Washington June 11. Fulton Shipbuilding Company in San Pedro California reports workers voted to work Saturday afternoons through June July and August as part of a patriotic effort. Telegram from board chairman Hurle to company president thanks workers for this sacrifice aiding the country in its crisis amid wartime casualties and honors numerous named soldiers and sailors who were wounded killed or missing with details on their units and home towns.
A vintage advertisement notes methods some actresses allegedly use to improve hair by a home mixture and simple spray, claiming it makes hair appear fuller. The piece describes cleansing effects and rapid drying with even color, suggesting a dramatic transformation in appearance.
Washington June 18 Army lists forty three names in today’s casualty report. One killed in action, one died of wounds, one died in an airplane accident, and others noted as died of accident or due to unspecified causes.
President Wilson urges employers in war industries to stop recruiting unskilled labor outside the new United States Employment Service. He asks firms to use the central agency for civilian war work, to ensure essential industries have adequate labor and to resist piecemeal recruiting schemes that disrupt transport and production.
A Cleveland advertisement touts Zemo as a reliable antiseptic liquid for itching and skin diseases such as acne eczema and rashes. It promises instant relief overnight and claims not to stain greasy or sticky skin, with a price of 45 cents for regular and 400 for extra large.
A Philadelphia tailor jokes that new quart size pockets are needed as saloons stop selling pints. A man being measured by an Manayunk tailor prompts the quip about larger pockets for customers. The anecdote highlights playful fashion thrift amid changing drinking habits.
Details from a correspondent describe one of the largest German submarines, its entry into Zeebrugge harbor blocked by British forces, and a catastrophic crew loss. Only two of 40 survived after attempting to surface via air pressure release, many dying from asphyxia or torpedo-like ejecta. Survivors recall horrifying screams as air vents burst lungs. A British trawler arrived to aid, and survivors recounted brutal, fearful conditions aboard the vessel.
A Denver mother credits Tanlac with ending her daughter's long battle with nervous breakdown, gas, indigestion, and fatigue that threatened her health and career. After two bottles, the daughter reports restored appetite, energy, and stability, with improved sleep and daily work. The ad notes Tanlac is sold by A T Melntyre Drug Co Ogden.
An old newspaper ad extols Dangers of Constiveness and touts Faicy Cathartic Tablets as a gentle effective remedy. It notes side effects like headache lassitude and irritability and claims thousands trust the product. The ad references military figures and a letter about gunner Green and a WWI related inquiry.
Investigations into the Startua Scandy factory fire indicate incendiary origin. A tin sheet over a broken window and a hollo’ wat suggest forcible entry with combustibles. Losses not yet estimated due to contents and water/ smoke damage. president George A. Blartup warns losses may reach the howlands. Read the Classified Ada
Government evidence reveals Haywood and others charged with conspiracy to disrupt war work. The letters mention sabotage methods, including tampering with locomotives and switching mechanisms, tied to a 1995 date and a Chicago base. Key figures include W. D. Etay Wool and T. W. Ketelaine with alleged plots involving railroads and labor groups.
Berlin reports from London reveal intensified reconnoitering and violent infantry actions at multiple points along the Somme and Ypres fronts. Artillery activity rises southwest of Noyon with increased air attacks and prisoners taken. American and French trenches suffer losses while Meuse and Moselle battles yield gear and prisoners. eight enemy aircraft and eight balloons were shot down.
The crack regimental band of the 145th Utah Artillery has tentative permission for a state tour. Major General Preferick S. Strang approved the plan, with Governor Tamberger needed to finalize details. No dates set. a July 1 start is hoped, proceeds to benefit the regimental fund.
Niagara University conferred an honorary degree on Bishop Glass, described by officials as a distinction for service. The event featured remarks by Rev. Jaxoph and a dinner where local figures discussed church leadership and broader issues facing manufacturing and labor in the era.
MONTANA TOWN IN DISTRESS reports from Miles City describe three fires burning in Forsyth as the Yellowstone River floods the town. Telephones out, water and electric power off, and both plants mooted, leaving Forsyth without essential services tonight. A separate item notes bread ration strikes in Nuremberg protesting Prussia suffrage reform, with Social Democratic and United Trade Unions wiring against the strike. A joke caption asks why a wife wears a veil, joking about habit.
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