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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1917
Page
2
An editorial argues the U S must join the war effort with full support and sacrifice. It warns against indifference, urges active participation, and notes the need for strong leadership and trained officers. It contrasts Roosevelt’s spirit with Wilson’s explanations and stresses national resolve.
Public statement from President Wilton explains Roosevelt will not be sent to the front. He says sending Roosevelt would be a high compliment but not war, and would hinder urgent, practical aims of building an effective army. Experts favor focusing on draft provisions and professional leadership.
From New York Joseph Eccles reports Liberty Loan lacks expected backing amid uncertainty about future revenues and taxes. He notes big business must contribute to wartime financing, arguing wealth should share sacrifices to sustain the national fight.
The Standard notes Loganikal and J Edward Taylor report progress on Utah food production and conservation efforts. President FG Peterson of Wish Agricultural colleges says the campaign reduces waste and gains public support. Farmers contribute, and the home front strengthens for victory through adequate food supply.
Amid Ogden river floods, residents blame authorities and fear agricultural damage as mud clogs fields. Optimists imagine relief through overflow, while farmers in the northwest grumble about lost fertility. The scene coats land in hard, unyielding mud hindering cultivation.
President Wilson signs the selective draft law as part of the war effort. The proclamation mandates registration for males aged 21 to 30, with penalties for failure. It authorizes use of all government and state resources to enforce the act, and sets the registration day for June 5, 1917, from 7 to 9 p.m. in each locality. The document frames national service as a collective duty and emphasizes mobilization for war.
Cattle and sheep arrivals fed market expectations as supplies tightened. Livestock dealers moved most arrivals directly, with cattle and sheep trading amid price signals. milk and other livestock values shown, including bids and daily receipts, across multiple categories and regions.
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