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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1918
Page
2
Sanitary Inspector Shorten urged the city board to erect comfort stations in the cemetery before Decoration Day. The Standard notes public support and emphasizes keeping a date tag in watertight condition as part of the plan.
After winter, dust clouds form as roads dry and cars kick up grit north of the bridge. Hy Fieworth of Ogden reports to The Standard asking city officials to spray dust near sprinkling routes to keep homes habitable. A poet interrupts with a poem delivery as the caller confirms the request.
A writer argues that bias arises from narrow views and suggests adopting others’ perspectives, including a parent’s, to improve happiness and success. The piece discusses optimism versus pessimism and hints at broader implications for personal conduct and wartime effort.
A reflective passage praises a person with unprejudiced, hopeful attitudes who listens closely and acts to build rather than destroy. It notes such values are learned early in life by some mothers and fathers, shaping a lifelong habit of attentive listening.
The Agricultural College at Logan reports a split among experts on whole wheat flour. Prof. Hirst notes varying recommendations from four brands on bran and shorts content, affecting both food value and price. He urges publishing relative nutrition values to guide housewives.
The piece cites Ellan Root recalling warnings about misperceptions in U S Japan relations. It argues sensationalism and propaganda inflame public opinion, aided by Germany's influence to subjugate the wary nations. It notes past foreign policy struggles and media manipulation during tense times.
A speaker lauds Japan’s wartime diplomacy, stating the government remained sincere and friendly, striving to minimize controversy. He praises Japan for consistent, noble advocacy of peace and international friendship in relations with the United States and other nations, highlighting frank, cordial conduct in years of negotiation.
A column urges embracing public help in catching German agents, arguing secrecy hinders crime detection. It criticizes the secret service for fearing news and praises Council of Defense head Jr. BM. Conroy for rapid policing if empowered. Also notes March illness risks and cites Foley's Honey and Tar testimonial.
Doug Fairbanks in Wild and Woolly returns today for a last show. Also Broncho Billy stars in a picture at the Cozy theatre today. Harry Carey appears in The Phantom Riders tomorrow and Saturday. A quip about Weeds marrying a dressmaker hints at a joke or caption from Brooklyn Gilizen.
Secretary of War Baker completes initial inspection in American zones in France traveling from Verdun to Great Headquarters. He reviews a First Division brigade, greets Pershing, visits Joan of Arc’s birthplace and inspects troops along muddy western trenches. Weather and tough terrain mark the day.
Washington March 21 President Wilson signed a bill placing railroads under government operation until twenty one months after the war. The measure provides compensation based on the three year prewar earnings and keeps taxes paid from operating revenues.
Notice is given of a special meeting of stockholders of Razel Asphalt Company at the Waher county courthouse Ogder Utah to consider amending the articles of incorporation. Proposal to increase capital stock from 280,000 shares at $1.03 par to 760,000 shares at $1.00 par. Meeting directed by the boards of directors. Dated March 13, 1918.
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