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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1919
Page
10
Dorothy Dix argues the tie in marriage is congeniality and shared interests not romance. The piece traces how wealth or status can separate couples who drift into divergent circles and lose common ground. The reader is urged to cultivate mutual tastes and support each other to avoid emotional drift and loneliness.
A Salt Lake City police report states Orlage Linker and his wife Mando Linker, longtime Ogden residents, are jailed in connection with the murder of Joseph Briggs, a wealthy stockman. Briggs was found shot near the coal yard, with two bullets in his body, after leaving the Cullen hotel lobby on January 12. The couple, living at 628 12 W See South Street, were employed locally and had a history of involvement with Liberty Bottling Works and the Maerdon Hotel. Investigators suspect a robbery motive tied to Briggs’s money, with witnesses noting two men seen walking in opposite directions after the gunshot. Briggs, a widower with five sons and five daughters, had attended a vaudeville show with his son before the incident.
Charles Deiggs and Lyman Winger, along with Elizabeth Avon Vance and Pearl Rasmussen, are linked to a murder case in Utah. The two were married in Shoshone Idaho on March 19 after meeting on a railroad project in Ogden. Officers found costly gowns, furs, cut glass, and silverware in their Salt Lake City hotel room. Deputy Riley Beckstead provided a key clue leading to a renewed investigation, and deputies arrested the pair near the Orpheum theater on Second South Street.
Descendants of Brigham Young plan a reunion at the Beehive House in Salt Lake City on May 30. Invited by President Heber J. Grant, the gathering marks the first meeting since his death. Notable family members include Richard W. Young and Brigham B. Young, deputy Salt Lake County clerk. Over 160 descendants served in World War I.
Eagle Pass report says Texas will cooperate with the Mexican government to stamp out disorders along the border especially bandits smuggling arms. After talks between Adjutant-General Ney of Texas and Governor Mireleas of Cabulla, Mexico, the First Texas cavalry may serve as a border guard.
Winnipeg report notes federal labor minister Gideon Robertson warned that Winnipeg postal clerks must return to work by noon or be discharged. Calgary Saskatoon and Edmonton cities reportedly considering sympathy strikes in response to Ottawa stance. Government rigidity cited as driving potential actions. readers urged to check classified ads.
Gold Star Day was observed by the Women of American Patriots in Ogden Weber counties honoring fallen service members. Funds totaling $46 were raised to support families and memorial programs, with Mrs J L Widr... presenting buttons to relatives of fallen soldiers and plans for a memorial memorial gymnasium and pool discussed by Dr Reinhold Manzer. The program included prayers, addresses by Rev Godfrey Matthews and Mrs T Horldoe, and musical selections.
A garbled list of attendees inclines to corrections by Mrs. J. Ra. Ward. The notice asks any woman who wore a name at yesterday’s meeting to telephon e and verify her record. Red Cross nurse referenced.
Adaural Kolehax, head of the All-Russian government, returns from Ekaterinburg to preside over a conference on manufacturing, peasants, and agricultural organizations. He pledges government support for industry rehabilitation and transport development, while guaranteeing Jewish rights and receiving cash aid from Jewish groups. Government land sales and estate subdivisions proceed with fair compensation. Military progress improves as new units are moved toward the front. Bolshevik forces press in Samara vicinity to hold grain regions, with Siberian gains along the Viatka river and strengthened defenses near Orenburg.
In a tense final match Brazil and Uruguay drew 2 to 2 to decide the South American title. A rematch is planned next week as both teams showed strong play and late opportunities near the goal. Brazil edged toward breaking the deadlock after halftime.
Apostle David McKay spoke to 76 graduates at the Ogden high school ceremony held in the Qeden abernacle. He urged noble service, recalled wartime horrors, and urged students to pursue selfless citizenship and education while honoring those who suffered and died in war.
The program showcased Ave Maria by Miss Venus Williams and All Through the Night by the Senior Glee Club. Twelve graduating seniors formed the chorus, directed by John V. Shaghy, with strong audience reception.
In Madison Square Garden a crowd of about 5000 booed President Wilson and Premier Lloyd George during a People's Council of America meeting. Cries of shame and murder interrupted a speech criticizing the Russian revolution and the Soviet government. The boos intensified at the mention of Lloyd George.
The Utah National Guard will include two organized troops from Ogden and Salt Lake in Memorial Day ceremonies. Gov Simon Bamberger signed the order. Ogden holds an all military program with a large parade expected. A machine gun troop joins the guard. Troop T1 in Ogden is ready for inspection and Major Fred Jorgenson will review the unit Tuesday night.
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