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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1917
Page
2
A fragment from The Standard praises ongoing aid campaigns noting large donations and aid to Belgium Armenia and Serbia. It claims a significant role in financing allies and mobilizing millions of supporters, urging continued active backing for economic welfare and humanitarian relief.
The article argues Americans underestimate the war’s real stakes after years of fighting. It notes France weary, Russia unsettled, Britain bearing the cost, and Britain’s fleet keeping seas open for trade while warning that an aggressive German push could strike eastern cities if unopposed.
A pamphlet received from Professor W Maenell of the University of Glascom outlines allied peace aims. It calls for just compensation and restitution of occupied territories, evacuation of frontiers, and reorganization of borders based on national rights and international arrangements. It asserts no intent to annihilate Germanic peoples and emphasizes liberty and justice for all nations.
A local producer urges reduced coal use as shortages threaten supply for homes and industry, warning of a looming coal famine. The piece urges savings at home and recalls Memorial Day, asking citizens to honor past defenders and support the war effort.
A New York doctor touts Nuxated Iron as restoring strength to those with nervous weakness and digestive ills caused by iron deficiency. He advises a two week course of two five tablet doses three times daily after meals, and claims dramatic gains in endurance and vitality, with a money back pledge if results fail.
Franklin K. Lane urges that commencements discuss war causes and purposes. The article lists topics for student orations on mobilization, Russia, submarine warfare, food and thrift, science and medicine, national unity, democracy versus autocracy, and preparation for peace. Mentions local park use and community letters.
A government order compels Salt Lake cabarets to promize their women performers to reform. Officials claim mass public appearances trigger moral code enforcement, signaling a crackdown guided by the immigration labor and statistics office. Public officials must monitor moral conditions as threats to decent behavior rise.
Bot Elder county juvenile judge A. M. Hansen and Officer J. Frank Plowing outline summer handling rules for underage girls and boys. The plan directs escorted or supervised activity, outlining conditions and enforcement during the warmer months.
In Ogden a nighttime parade drew volunteers to guard streets and deter juvenile attendance at dances. Officers reported combinations of youths and horses in showy attire, with several young men later abandoning their posts. Names of enlisting troopers and cadet leaders are listed, as Salt Lake area units seek 107 men by draft registration day in June.
More than 200 people boarded the special excursion train from Wrightam City this morning on the Ogdes Logan and Idebo railway bound for Logan. The three car train left Wrightam at 7 30 and stopped at Willard Perry and other stations. Organized by Oluf Petersen a stake representative of the Genealogical society it was one of the most successful affairs to leave Diighems. Tickets allow returning through Saturday with many planning to attend temple duties in Logan.
Ogden city and county records show several marriage permits issued this week. Couples listed include George A Nelson with Eliza A Tob and Frank Middleton with Mrs. Elizbeth Greenwood. Judge Call opened the May term of the district court in Brigham City with a busy trial calendar likely to keep the court occupied for weeks.
Funeral services for Mrs. JPharles Childs Richardson are set for tomorrow at 2 p.m. in the Third Ward Chapel with interment in the city cemetery. The body may be viewed at Ezra Micanison’s residence, 2200 Grant Avenue, tonight and tomorrow until the funeral. Endow infant dies. funeral at Kirkendall Chapel tomorrow at 1 p.m. interment in city cemetery. Knights of Pythias Dance season finale planned at Grant Avenue hall Thursday night with Crawford's Orchestra providing a varied program and a pleasant surprise for attendees. Public invited to attend.
Brigham City prepares for an active golf season at the barren links northwest of the city. W. J. Hlargla serves as president, JLT Willey as secretary, and J. L. Perce as treasurer after a recent reorganization. The club plans to keep the links in top condition for several matches. Local golf fans are already active as the season begins, with plans for a series against Ogden Golf Club and possibly an external matchup later.
Regular army recruiting yesterday totalled 1 Big men, making 73,920 already recruited of the 163,393 necessary to raise the army to full war strength. Pennsylvania texamed the Tract with 1195 men, Witness coming second with 4$6. The greatest pain was recorded in California with 103 men as Apalnat Yesa than 7$ a day for many preceding d days.
Washington May 33 The decline in railroad operating expenses growth seems to have slowed the rise in overall costs. A March tabulation from all railroads shows operating revenues at 317,087,010 with expenses at 229,021,076, indicating a narrowing gap but still rising costs. Tennessee assembly legislation aims to curb private employment practices related to wages.
Earls Gibson Howes, a noted Standard eraft operator recently moved to Reno for several months, sent his draft registration card to County Clerk Charles M. Ramey along with a note asserting prompt registration. The absentee’s card, numbered No. 1, was received by Clerk Ramey and Sheriff Peterson with patriotic remarks. The report also notes the Connecticut Senate considering a bill to bar the Lod of union men from strikes.
The Grand Army of the Republic committee outlines May 30 activities starting 9:30 a.m. at City Hall, with a procession to Mountain View cemetery and ritual services at 10:30 a.m. The monument presentation is set for 2 p.m. at City cemetery, followed by an oration, river flowers, and floral decoration by schoolchildren.
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