21 May 1919
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1919
Page
1
An old health notice warns that tobacco use is dangerous and addictive. It touts nicotine poisoning risks and promotes Nicotal tablets as a cure, promising quick reversal of the habit if used as directed, claiming it will save money and health.
The P. Glee Club announces regular Thursday night dancing at Lorin Farr Park starting May 22. The event invites community dancers to join weekly sessions in the open air pavilion.
AP reports German plenipotentiaries must state by Thursday which treaty points they accept or object to and seek changes. Paris aides expect a final German reply before signatures, while Foch and Pershing monitor military and political moves on the Rhine as allied demands for reparations and responsibility are debated.
A morning fire in Helper Utah started behind a bakery and spread through the business section. Damage is estimated at 100000 with the fire brought under control after the fire department and nearby railroad crews assisted. No injuries reported as residents escaped.
St Louis May 20 The Presbyterian general assembly criticized President Wilson for urging Congress to repeal or amend wartime prohibition. A resolution urged Congress to sustain the wartime ban and enforce it fully to aid the needy and protect morale. The controversy drew sharp remarks from church leaders and temperance officials.
A reader questions why sleep ends repeatedly due to pain and irritation in the kidneys and bladder. The note hints at abnormal conditions causing wakefulness and seeks guidance on relief and remedies.
Balmwart Tablets promise to correct alkanity of secretions and induce restful sleep with daytime energy. The ad admits they cannot cure all kidney disorders but asserts notable recovery when symptoms exist, listing irregular urine, pain, burning, foul odor, fever, chills, and rheumatic pain among others. Sold by all druggists with endorsement by The Kidney Tebleta LLP.
Paris May 20 J onkheer Van Karnebeck the Dutch minister of foreign affairs appeared before the council of foreign ministers to discuss Belgian claims affecting Holland The position of Holland in the controversy appears opposed to any territorial concessions to Belgium but willing to admit arrangements for the use of the Meuse and Scheldt rivers by the Belgians
Funeral services were held for George Koven Ferguson infant son of Eatella Durrup Ferguson at Lindquist chapel with Ishop T. Wheelwright presiding. Interment was in the family plot at Ells cemetery. Also noted are ARNESS-ALVIS and MALAN obsequies with viewings at Lindquist and 276 Jefferson Avenue. Family survivors include Mindslater, and Ogden Ladies Bath members will attend.
An advertisement touts a home remedy for catarrhal deafness claiming improvement from taking Pariwar with hot water and sugar up to four times daily. It promises eased head noises, opened nasal passages, easier breathing, and mucus cessation, describing the drink as pleasant.
Telegram reports Lieutenant Bruce, commander of the US minesweeper Dotolint, killed May 10 in the North Sea when a mine exploded. Details on damage or injuries to others were not immediately clear.
Director of the Mint Baker disclosed wartime silver shipments hauled from Philadelphia to San Francisco in guarded trains. Eighteen trips last year carried five cars of bricks each weighing about 62 pounds and worth about 1000 dollars per brick, with total train value ranging from five to ten billion dollars. Additional guarded shipments of silver dollars moved from Washington and New Orleans to Philadelphia and India to meet urgent war demands.
Stephen C. Miller urged resuming trading in allied commodities to curb living costs. He proposed abolishing government regulatory boards and letting wheat find its own price, with the government covering the gap between market and guaranteed prices. The federal price stood at 2.264 dollars per bushel.
Dispatches from Smyrna report the city quieting as Greek forces move to restore order. Greek priests urge just treatment for Muslims and prevent religious conflict while troops land at Adalia and Bahrain to secure the region along the Smyrna gulf.
A Munich Post report cites a speech in Berkel Switzerland where Dr Kalle, head of a German party faction, praised loyalty to the emperor at a meeting with 260 attendees. The fragmentary item appears among sports results and a merchant marine legislation note.
In New York protesters reacted as President Wilson urged Congress to repeal the wartime and permanent prohibition acts. Samuel Gompers return draws mixed responses from the anti saloon league and state officials. Portland teachers plan a meeting to discuss affiliating with the AFL amid opposition.
Frederick F Raynham's Martinsyde airplane, damaged and stripped, is being rebuilt in two repair shops. Captain FLW Morgan opposes flying with Raynham, planning an independent flight for the British Sea. Several expeditions work to improve fog night reports and seek fuller weather data from the British Air Ministry.
Chicago May 20 Virgil Gunn Isham chairman of the Prohibition Party national committee denounced President Wilsons message urging removal of the July 1 ban on light wines and beer He urged patriots to insist Congress act on the issue and resist executive ideology he argued clashes with public welfare.
At a New York luncheon the Pan American Society honored Peru and Francisca Tudela y Varela spoke on U S policy. He praised U S impartiality and democracy while noting Peru’s supportive stance in world affairs. The remarks came amid broader comments on global cooperation and leadership.
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