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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1915
Page
2
Fragmentary note instructs recipients of The Standard by mail not to remit, warns of low mail rates, and directs officials to forward the matter to The Ogden Standard. It requests all letters be addressed to the Central Standard.
A distorted account claims Lord Kitchener contemplates using poisonous gases against Germany. It asserts allies intend to employ gas as a standard trench weapon, expanding chemical warfare, with dramatic warnings about choking and incendiary effects. The piece likens potential gas attacks to previous battlefield devastations and urges chemists to prepare lethal agents for wider use.
Fragmented OCR shows a flood of garbled wartime commentary about Germany’s moves, Allied responses, and press censorship. It cites Washington, Nasser, and diplomats, with references to Reventalu and a naval crisis. The text hints at impending U S preparedness and public anxiety in a censorial press milieu.
Fragmentary excerpt shows leaders debating options after a note from the Imperial German government. The text weighs breaking diplomatic ties, aiding Allies, or convoying defenses, underscoring fear of another global conflict and the President’s advisors seeking a solid plan.
A historical note estimates yearly costs for a working girl with room and board. It lists breakfast 14 cents, lunch 14 cents, dinner 26 cents, and 48 dollars yearly for one girl plus clothing and personal items. The itemized dress, stockings, shoes, and underwear totals suggest a modest annual expense.
A distorted World War I era broadside argues Germany as a superior race and advocates German dominance, denouncing democratic nations and urging American unity under a harsh, anti Allied tone. The piece frames Germanic superiority and warns of global domination, reflecting xenophobic propaganda from the period.
Denver experiences a mix of snow and rain with unsettled weather across the region. The report lists several officials and attendees at a local gathering, though much text is garbled. Strong entities such as Denver and local names appear amid the unreadable OCR. The fragment hints at a meeting or event with multiple participants and a weather-influenced day.
Readable fragmentary notice describes travelogues at the Alhambra tomorrow with appearances by Rube Miller and others. It mentions crowds, street scenes, and a weary narrator, mixed with garbled names and stray references to entertainment acts and a nurse.
Heavyweight world champion Jess Willard is billed for a Lyceum appearance this evening. Fight fans are urged to see the famed boxer known as the champion, with local excitement building around the event.
President Wilson observed a grand fleet review as warships steamed past his yacht the Mayflower off New York. The fleet, led by the Wyoming and Fletcher's flagship, headed to Newport for Atlantic maneuvers with naval crews at attention and crowds lining Battery Park and the Hudson piers. Secretary Daniels praised local hospitality as the Mayflower proceeds to Washington with most officials aboard.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a guard at the German Embassy in Washington and a marine unit. The text is garbled with unclear names and dates, making precise facts impossible to determine.
The Tribone reports the Interstate Commerce Commission moved to disapprove railroad backhaul rate proposals and set new maximums for carload and smaller commodity rates to Salt Lake City and intermediate points. It authorizes extended terminal rates to Pacific coast points and modifies orders to allow higher rates on certain routes, while seeking relief from Denver and Salt Lake City area carriers.
The article discusses railway fare policy with long and short haul relief and intermedial points from Missouri river to coast terminals, detailing rates and exemptions. It then shifts to a theatre review noting Throssel’s strong performance, Hammond’s satisfaction in the lead, and supporting cast with Chispendale, Converge, Converse, Rogers. The play is set in Napoleonic England with careful production choices by Mr. Frohman to fit the era.
Mary Fuller headlines a three part feature and an LKO Comedy on the Oracle hill tonight and Wednesday. The program blends drama and light entertainment in a single bill presented at Oracle Theatre.
The audience packed the theatre to near capacity for Barrie’s Quality Street, starring Maude Adams. Praise was given to Adams and Barrie with Frohman for a memorable night that celebrated enduring theatrical talent and the play’s charm.
The notice thanks friends and neighbors for words of sympathy and flowers. Mr and Mrs Peter Hollenbaur and Chrissie Hodlion extend gratitude for kindness and prayers, with blessings wished to all who offered support.
Turbulent voyage near May 0% 2338 ppm misty conditions as passengers report a rotting container and debris sighted about 400 yards away. The Panam, Kran and other ships were noted in a tense late voyage with various theories about the near miss and safety responses.
Fragmentary note from Pearson's Weekly shows a discussion on marriage and identity with garbled dialogue. The text references Beasten l and “nacsnn” terms, implying a mock or cryptic exchange about relationships and names.
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