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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1918
Page
2
A readerable fragment lauds Lloyd George as Britain’s decisive, energetic leader who stabilized the war effort and organized a disciplined national mobilization. It condemns critics and argues replacing him on weak grounds would harm democracy and the world’s fight for freedom.
A warning from The Standard notes that the U S may face a 50 000 000 ton coal production shortfall against urgent demand as wartime needs push factories steelworks and railroads to higher coal use. A mild spring and summer may ease congestion but a hard winter could trigger widespread fuel shortages and price pressures.
An editorial argues Utah and Wyoming coal sources may not meet winter demand. It urges Ogden to join a fuel committee including E M Conroy and Thomas G Burt to build a large storage and secure advance funds from the Federal Reserve Bank. The goal is to keep coal mines running at capacity and prevent industrial disruption.
The piece criticizes Charles M. Schwab's handling of the shipbuilding program at Hog Island, noting initial delays despite government efforts to recruit workers. It argues that expectations of swift, efficient organization were unmet until wartime methods took effect, highlighting the strain on iron and labor supply and the need for weed-out practices to improve results.
Ogden plans to honor Belgian soldiers from the front in Russia with a May 21 visit to the city. A parade, holiday declaration, guard of honor by Achoss children, street decorations, and a state event invitation to the Governor and all Utah residents aim to show gratitude for Belgium and the Allied cause.
A debated wartime column questions whether American troops should be brigaded with British and French forces or kept in reserve. It argues for a compact, unified army under a supreme Allied commander and stresses national unity, resources, and leadership to win the war.
The message argues for rapid mobilization of seasoned troops to reinforce Allied lines in France. It warns of insufficient reserves and urges brigading American units to integrate with veterans who understand trench warfare signals and German tactics. The goal is near victory, then reshaping forces to cross the Rhine.
Shore sign seen on west side of road near the big ditch opposite birh cottages before Che had ready at the old Hot Springs plant going north. Stop there cross the foot bridge drink the water of life at the boiling wall heated by fires kindled before the spark in the flint. Bath cottages named Kleeno and Kozy.
New York May 14. State inquiry into rumors that German interests hoarded arms in the United States reveals claims that 1,000,000 rifles and 450,000 Mausers plus 250,000 cartridges and 300,000 carbines were imported from Essen to be stored in forty U.S. cities. Witnesses discuss brokers, shipments via Hoboken, and German officers visiting a New York chib.
City officials delay paving of North Washington avenue after City Engineer Joseph Tracy reports state highway commission will not share costs as previously hoped. Commission seeks 50 50 cost split while property owners oppose, fearing unequal burden and delays. State officials may revise funding and timing amid rising material and labor costs.
An Ogden O B G E S lodge No 2 meeting in room 221 Colonel Hudson building drew twenty Salt Lake lode members in automobiles. Speeches by W J M Piner and KH L Fornlingen and a recitation by W l C Drake followed talks on conserving oil and coal and engine care. The Salt Lake guests invited Ogden engineers to meet again in the near future.
Cozy theater presents five reel feature The Patriot with star Big Bill Hart in a tense thriller today and tomorrow. A Big VW comedy Spies and Spuls also screens, offering light relief between the main feature.
Don’t forget the dance at Hot Springs on Thursday May 16 given by the S. P. Glee Club. The special train will depart Damberger depot at a designated hour, leaving Hot Springs for the return.
Santa Fe May 14 The trial of former Major John M Hirk ner of the United States Army on the charge of violation of the Espionage Act was postponed at the request of the U S district attorney Bond reduced to 3000 Judge Conn J Nebitt ordered three counts of a demurrer denied by Malo Birkner The government did not wish to go to trial on one count in the indictment and a new indictment may be prepared by the federal Grand Jury at its next session The defense denied the action Birkner is from Lincoln Nebraska
May 2 dispatch notes military officials exempting a man named William Biller from service, described as a special case tied to padded cell conditions and a firm linked to padded eris for lunatic asylum tribunes, while Britain’s authorities reportedly assess the situation. A separate item from Washington on May 14 discusses Mexican tax collection delays, and corporate protests over a large punitive levy impacting industry.
Al G Barnes big four ring wild animal show rolls into Ogden led by forty eight cars carrying 1200 wild animals 600 trained horses and 500 staff. The Cleveland Circus grounds at Twenty-ninth and Monroe hosts 65 acts featuring Miss Venus Fashion tiger trainer and Mabel Stark tiger handler with Verdun reenactment and cannons by elephants. George Barnes praises ponies from previous tours and hints at secret plans as crowds wait for the 7 pm opening.
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