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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1917
Page
12
Fragmentary OCR notes praise Vinol for restoring strength and easing nervousness, claiming it strengthens the constitution and aids weak systems. Mentions support from Mastin Vinol and references to women, old coughs, and bronchial issues with a tone of testimonial belief.
A Virginia girl claims Virol helped her gain fifteen pounds after years of poor health. She notes rapid improvement after six bottles, with a friend recommending the tonic. The ad promotes Virol as a constitutional remedy with a stated formula on every bottle and urges readers to buy at Culley Drug Co in Ogden and other Utah drug stores.
Washington May 5 A war revenue bill designed to raise 1 509 000 009 by Lazatlon was approved in the House Ways and Means Committee by a unanimous vote. It would add ten percent to all existing duties and forty percent to all free imports, retroactive income tax increases, higher excise taxes, and stamps, with hearings in the Senate Finance Committee starting Friday. The bill aims to boost revenues from income, excess profits, and inheritance taxes, plus new levies across industries, while adjusting mail rates and parcel post charges.
David Keith returned from the Pacific coast and his Oregon ranch to report improved conditions. He notes greater acreages planted across Pacific coast states and predicts production may exceed current forecasts with cooperation from farmers and agricultural colleges. He calls Oregon fruit crops among the best in state history as spring prompts orchardists to worry about fate.
After heavy bombardment with gas shells, German forces counter attacked and briefly retook the village and adjacent wood near Free noy from Canadian defenders. Despite stiff resistance and losses, Canadians counterattacked and regained control. German reinforcements with French divisions renewed efforts along the line, with heavy fighting reported and thousands of prisoners taken in the broader offensive.
The fraternal orders announce a change from a cabaret banquet to a grand opening ball on Thursday May 10 1917 due to catering issues. Members and invited attendees can obtain tickets by presenting receipts. Tickets cost 1.50 per couple with 0.60 for an extra lady. Refreshments will be served.
Advertisement notes two room apartments with disappearing beds and compact nooks, priced from $18 to $30 monthly, including light gas and heat. Bolivia revolts as the president refuses election results, sparking unrest and foreign dispatches from Buenos Aires. Ranches focus on apples and pears with high pear prices cited for 2016 shipments to England.
A staff Correspondent reports a chilling night bombardment along the battle front from Freanoy to Looe. British artillery maintained a deadly duel across Loos Livern Lens and Fresnoy as darkness hid the explosions and dust rose in great clouds. The night ended with fog and a silence that followed a day of roaring guns and burning skies.
Barker Mining Company of Ogden Utah levies at a meeting held May 6 1917 an assessment of one fourth of one cent per share on outstanding stock payable to the secretary at his Ogden office over Commercial National Bank. Unpaid shares as of June 16 1927 will be sold on June 36 1917 to cover the delinquent assessment and advertising costs. Assessment funds to build a road for shipping ore and other improvements. B Ternes secretary and treasurer.
Ogden steam laundry offers fine rug cleaning and lists phone contact 175.1 amid a scene of distant artillery and spring woodland sounds. The text mixes advert tone with fragmented war imagery and mentions nightingales and a jealous widow.
Notices announce the estate of Mary A. Dora deceased with executor W M Figgott and attorney John A. Bneddon. Creditors must file claims by May 9 1917. Also a civil summons against Western Importing Company, Ty Siatreds defendant, for $821.48 plus interest and costs. Public court dates and publication details are listed.
In Weber County Utah District Court Abela sues Cragua and Cragua for payment by sheriff sale of described lands. Property includes 3 acres in section 19 township 7 north range 1 west with water rights and an access easement along a road. Legal notice lists description and sale terms for May 8, 1917 at 32 o'clock noon at the south front door.
This public notice lists defendants including Marta Dawson and Utah Implement and Vehicle Co. as parties in actions to foreclose mortgages on land described in the complaints. It directs defendants to appear within 20 days of service or 30 days otherwise, with judgments to follow if they fail. Also includes alias summons for Fidel Crane and details on a divorce custody matter involving Cipds Crewe. First publication April 4, 1917. last publication May 0, 1917.
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