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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Mar 21, 1918
Page
5
D H Pape of Lion Coal announces Wyom ing coals priced to match Utah coals at 7.10 per ton for lump grade, with other grades reduced accordingly. The aim is patriotic, to help fuel administration and deter a repeat of last winter shortages. Prices include delivery and reflect voluntary reductions by the company.
Charles Edward Barratt, long-time North Ogden resident now of Arcon Idaho, died last Sunday of valvular heart disease. Funeral services were held in Arcon with family members from Ogden and North Ogden in attendance. Barratt, born to Robert G. and Sarsh Ann Dorrel, lived to nearly 60. Surviving relatives include a wife and child in Idaho, a mother near 83, and siblings across Ogden and North Ogden. The column also notes local soldiers enlisting for Fort Logan training, a Relick society event, and community updates on ward activities, church renovations, and a forthcoming government meeting addressing mutuals and program topics.
A building recently renovated features a modern toll jet system and a baptismal font in a dignified setting. The project showcases updated architecture, improved utilities, and a refreshed interior while preserving historical character.
County crop pest inspector C. E. Pettegrow reports progress on spraying orchards with lime-sulphur to kill insect eggs and dormant pests. He warns delinquent growers face prosecution if they fail to spray within specified time, aiming to protect peach yields and prices amid past county damage and nationwide fruit shortages.
Julian Eltinge delivers a tremendous hit at the Alhambra presenting The Widow's Might with the famed cross dressing shtick. The photo play novelty offers witty detective capers and light comedy in a marketable package, enhanced by Artcraft Panamaental travelogue content for added audience appeal tonight.
The new biI onene headliner Fashion's Revue tops the Orpheum bill tonight through the week. Also featured are The Bride Shop with ornate costumes and clever dancing, Jack Kenaby & Company in Dont Yot, Flo and Gio Walters in A Tit Paintin, Tom Kelley and Mae Todt Uy with a lively touring chorus.
Mayor T Samuel Browning will open the Ogden Automobile show next Monday evening. He will be joined by Commissioners Chris Figgare and Miles L Jones as the city official representatives. The Dee Eccles building snow room is nearly ready with patriotic decorations and partitions in spring colors.
A reckless tale claims a local woman knitted a sweater for her gun and pinned a $5 bill inside the sleeve before gifting it to the Red Cross. The story, deemed false, spreads blame and threats against the originator, with readers urged to report anyone who started or repeated it.
The medical department of the army seeks men with special qualifications for nursing and care of the sick and wounded. Posts include post, general, and field hospitals with rear-line duty during warfare. Training leads to higher earning capacity after enlistment. Skilled roles in transport, supply, clerical tasks listed. pay starts at 40 dollars monthly for privates, higher for non commissioned officers. Free food, clothing, medical care, and library privileges provided. Dependents supported by allotment and insurance.
Over two days in Merklare, dentists organized to provide free dental services to men drafted into military service. The program aims to prepare draftees before deployment, with planned outreach at Totihotalplog camps and related installations.
The service offered at no cost removes any excuse for someone to endure poor dentition. It implies that residents, regardless of past affiliations with the state, should not have to suffer dental decay or disfigurement due to lack of care while staying in the cantonment.
Next Saturday afternoon the Alhambra presents three major attractions for youngsters. Lincoln pictures titled Fender Memories, the stage version of Chela Tom's Cabin, and Ann Pennington in The Sunshing Nan from Zelsfield's Follies. Admission for the matinee is 15 cents for adults and 10 cents for children.
Milwaukee March 21 Congresswoman Irvine in Lenroot plans to consult Republican state central committee members on senatorial special election strategy. With most county returns in Lenroot leads James Thompson La Follette candidate by 23 to 26. Party leaders expect Lenroot to win and press ahead with campaigns ahead of April 2 election.
Paris reports Second Lieutenant Prince de Tonnay-Charente, a leading young French aviator, is missing after reportedly downing seven German aircraft. The city records confirm his notable service and ongoing efforts to locate him.
Huge quantities of usable clothing for children and adults arrive at the Red Cross collection rooms at 2363 Washington Avenue. Ogden residents donate generously, with many sheets and pillow cases also accepted. Packing volunteers begin work, urged to bring remaining items within two days to support refugee homes and those in need.
Carlile Huysmann secretary of the Socialist Internationale says the first step in framing an international working class policy is to issue a clear statement to American workers. He asserts the policy aligns with President Wilson and will forward the inter allied memorandum on war aims to socialist parties in Germany Austria and other neutrals.
In an address in Chicago on March 21, Professor William J. Schofield of Harvard criticizes German influence in Finland before World War I. He cites German tactics via idealistic philosophy and recalls discussions with German leaders about Finland’s freedom, noting intensified propaganda. Also mentioned is Doug Fairbanks in Wit and Woolly being shown.
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