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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1918
Page
9
A reader asks how far mothers may bar daughters from love choices. Dorothy Dix argues parents face tough pressures but should not force marriages for wealth or status. She notes economic strain on families and the weight of duty on daughters to secure security, urging thoughtful, compassionate decisions over coercion.
A sensational ad touts a miracle indigestion remedy with a money back guarantee. It claims the product cures years of stomach woes and urges readers to buy via local druggists, promising a no risk trial and full refund if unsatisfied. It markets to travelers soldiers and home users with powder or tablet forms and stresses quick relief.
The author argues against selecting a wealthy husband for a daughter solely for status. He cites ruined marriages where wealth vanishes and praises the enduring charm of couples who start poor and build wealth together. He urges mothers to consider long term happiness and hard work over flashy riches and social prestige.
A vintage advertisement promotes Syulpherd Tablets as a blood purifier and spring health tonic. It claims winter blood becomes impure from poor air and rich foods, urging readers to start now to prevent spring illnesses. Sold by all druggists, forty cents per crate with full instructions.
Instructions highlight replacing bread with potatoes in meals. Describes baked and rolled potatoes with skin, prep, and cooking steps. Includes Lyonnaise Potatoes method with onion and fat, detailing slicing, seasoning, and browning. Emphasizes quick serving and peeling technique.
A historical ad touts Nuxvated Iron as boosting strength and endurance for nervous, run down individuals. Dr Janus Tyanwin Sullivan of Westchester County cautions about claims while manufacturers push a “guarantee of success” with or without prescription, promising brighter vitality and vigor.
Geden members of the Utah Manufacturers association will meet Thursday at the Weber club. The call issued by President W. F. Jensen and Secretary A. J. Rheas. Salt Lake manufacturers expected, with Rhees, Jensen, W. R. E. Putnam, John M. Hays and George S. McAllister among attendees. Several basic matters come before the meeting.
An advertisement features testimonials from Mary A. Dean and others praising Foley Kidney Pills for relief from kidney pain and nocturnal urination. Claims include improved normalcy, strength, and reduced nighttime awakenings, with emphasis on no harmful drugs and quick action.
The Dee hospital nursing class will hold graduation exercises directed by Moheement college on Wednesday evening May 8 at 8 o clock. Invitations limited to favored parents. graduates include Sarah Baker Gertrude Evert Bon Josephins Michelson Windifred Summer Kate Brett Florence West and Trece Harris Ogden Walton Barbara Cox Woodruff Gillar Mattias Irigham Pearl Woodworth Corinne Fay Scott Christal Raatman Branston Wie. The program features music and dancing from 9:30 to 1:30 with a formal reception.
The Supreme Court upheld an inheritance tax of 5268.24 on the Ogden estate valued at 204474.04 with a 93099 deduction. The case centered on whether the widow's one third dower should reduce the tax base. The court ruled no deduction is allowed before the inheritance tax deduction.
In San Francisco on May 1 Judge William Van Fleet sentenced twenty-nine Germans Americans and Indians in the worldwide conspiracy case linked to a Hindu revolutionary plot. Prison terms total twenty four years plus fines of sixty four thousand dollars. Only Laula Hongatler received a short jail term and a fine. Witnesses say security was tight after a prior courtroom killing. The defense argued for leniency but authorities warned Hindus against propaganda activities upon release.
The city commission continued its meeting and completed arrangements to borrow 826,046 from Pingree National Bank to meet current expenses. Mayor Browning noted no better term was offered by local bankers and the city would stay cash based rather than issue warrants. Provincial labor officers in Winnipeg can only supply half of Manitoban farmer applications for men. Wage rates are $45 to $60 per man per month for seasonal farm work.
An appeal urges readers to protect kidney health to meet daily demands. It warns that cost of living and strain can worsen back pain headaches and dizziness, urging use of Boan’s Kidney Pill to prevent gravel dropsy rheumatism or Bright’s disease.
London May 1 An orders in council delays the national service act in Ireland beyond May 1, with some papers predicting broader postponements to favor a home rule bill. Parliament debates imply a home rule measure may pass Commons next week, despite drafting difficulties and opposition. Vigilantes plan a public roundup of draft-age men next month if exemptions fail, while Hawaii reports 28 000 registrants with 7200 eligible and 722 delinquents, many Filipinos and Japanese having left.
In Hawaii territory about 400 men are identified as draft evaders, with officials planning actions to address noncompliance. The notice outlines steps and potential consequences for those avoiding conscription.
A dated September 25, 1777 Old Massachusetts Bay Liberty Bond with face value of 11 pounds sterling, engraved by Paul Revere, sold for 240090 to Trows Brothers & Co at a Treasury sub office sale. The bond was acquired by the third Liberty Bond Toan and won by the ast bidder.
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