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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 23, 1919
Page
2
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The article notes a treaty clause demanding Germany deliver numerous livestock and other goods to France and Belgium as preliminary reparations. It contrasts the invaders’ exultation with the present remorse of those who took the loot, calling their fate a burglar’s punishment with lasting worries.
A wartime-era columnist argues against destroying Germany and urges acceptance of the Versailles peace. The piece contends the entente seeks to cripple Germany for at least twenty years, condemns indemnities and resource losses, and envisions a future alliance with Russia if terms soften. It condemns Belgian wartime actions and urges Germany to reform and cooperate to ease peace requirements.
A prominent manufacturer observes Ogden’s growth through rising traffic on Twenty fourth street and on Hudson and Grant avenues, signaling expansion and economic activity in the city.
The city of Ogden shows rapid growth with crowded streets on Grant and Hudson as traffic surges and parking creates bottlenecks. A well known local doctor forecasts the next census may place Ogden at about 50,000 residents amid ongoing expansion and new homes. Availability for rental or purchase is scarce while demand for cottages rises.
An analysis cites Sir John French defending his line on Antwerp and Kitchener's influence. It argues the Antwerp relief should have been French led, not directed from London, and that early British troop movements hurt the Belgian retreat. It assesses broader war consequences and German coal/industrial claims.
The article discusses limits on importing phosphates to Germany under peace terms, noting Stresa treaty promises and the impact on countries that do not produce phosphates. It highlights how import restrictions will affect wealthier and poorer nations differently and mentions German complaints about coal deprivation.
London reports increasing releases of conscientious objectors from English prisons after a war office policy. About 608 objectors remain serving hard labor, with 450 freed since April 8. The list includes Fenner Brookway and Ayres of Bristol, leaders of the no conscription movement, as war-time tensions persist over punishment and demobilization.
Washington May 23 official figures publish today compare artillery and ordnance. War department estimates provide for 108 guns per ten thousand rifles divided among divisions. The per ten thousand rifle threat shows United States 60 rifles French 104.7. Divisional artillery includes 4.7 inch and 155mm howitzers and equivalent French and British types. Read the Classified Ad.
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