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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1915
Page
5
Paria October 15 645 p m Premier Vivi wo Iq outlined the crisis of the Balkan states explaining the war origins and the need for reform. He described efforts by allied governments to achieve justice and humanity amid disagreements with Bulgar and Turkish actions while noting Romania's mobilization and regional tensions.
In a historical address, officials defend Serbia’s resistance and outline coordinated maneuvers with Greece, Romania, and Bulgaria. They condemn neutral violations while stressing military duty, front defense, and a joint pledge with France to support allied victors and honor Bucharest treaty terms. Tomorrow, allied troops, including Russian-aligned forces, will reinforce Saloniki as negotiations continue.
New York Oct 12 The Greek steamer Constantinos with over 200 reservists on board was recalled by wireless after entering the Ambros channel and ordered to anchor at quarantine. Shipping circles debated whether Greece would join the war on the German side or remain neutral. Other reports said Greece chose neutrality and sent the men back to their work in the United States. Meanwhile Provo Utah Oct 12 Mrs. Jeanette Segall wife of J. Segall died at 317 East First North Street from ileal abscess. She was born in Baltimore Md December 11 and came to Utah with her husband to work for the United States Reclamation Service at the Strawberry project. She is survived by husband and a 1-year-old child. The body will be taken to Chicago for burial. Ads follow.
Corenbages reports from London that Danish and British ships face heavy losses to submarines in the Baltic. Five steamers sunk, German mercantile fleet disrupted, Baltic traffic disorganized. Danish steamer Halleenes also reported sunk with one survivor, as the article notes. The piece ends with an ad for The House of 1000 Candles at The Ogden.
Tensions rise as Austro Germans push toward Belgrade and Nish while Hungarian forces aim to disrupt Serbia’s rail lines. Greece remains neutral amid Bulgars’ advance. France Britain and Russia pledge support, with Anglo French operations at Salonika and uncertainty over Russian entry.
Washington reports secretary sanning met with Elisco Arrendando, hero of General Carranza, amid Pan American talks on recognizing the Carranza government in Mexico. Arrendondo said Mexican telegrams applauded U S recognition and noted ongoing protests over Alberto Garcia Granados.
Denver reports a new element in the case of a missing girl from the Shirley hotel. A telegram claimed to be from the grandmother of the child asserts a plan to seize the girl and hold her until authorities intervene. The message, dated Portland, names a supposed mother and alleges returns to Portland.
Terrific fighting described near Givenchy and Neuville Veant with French and German forces entangled over trenches and fortifications. Reports claim French gains in several sectors while German bombardments pound positions west of Tabure and Lagouette.
Justice J E Frick of Utah declares the honor system among convicts a failure and danger to society in an American Prison Association address. W E Whitaker argues against road bailding, favoring education. Revolutions planned for Congress include a central area of identification in Washington. Members visit the San Quentin penitentiary at the session’s end.
Idaho residents recount a fruitful hunting period with greased prairie chickens and returning ducks from Soda Springs. Notable participants include Dr. Sherbourne, A W Stoker, Sheriff Cooper, Deputy Sheriff Bishop, Charles Sumner, Carl Dare, Reed, and Professor Gough enjoying the sport in recent days.
A cryptic prompt hints at finding a million as the house hosts a mystery night titled House of 1000 Candles. The event runs tonight and tomorrow, inviting attendees to study clues within the venue to uncover the prize.
Weber county officials and state engineers met at Hunter yesterday to approve abutments for a new steel and concrete bridge over the Salt Lake Ogden railroad line near Hunter’s Cut south of Ogden. The structure will also carry an aqueduct for the Darts and Weber counties canal and a viaduct site near Farmington is being studied for a possible pre‑winter construction.
Tonight and tomorrow the production House of 1000 Candles runs at the local theater. The show features a mysterious plot and notable cast members as audiences anticipate a strong turnout.
In Pocatello Idaho on October 12 the long standing Hros grocery firm announced changes in leadership. George Stoll, president and manager, will resign, with Resvle and Jon, Fred Jensen, and Jorgen Jensen named as successors. George Stall serves as secretary of the Commercial club and was formerly manager of the Remington hardware in America.
A Chicago story claimed Miss Margaret Wilson was engaged to Frank E. Compton with a double White House wedding on the books. Miles Wilson denied the claim, while Compton and the president’s family declined comment, citing that only Miss Wilson or the president could speak.
Two new accusations charging the sale of liquor against Hoken Oleen of Suntarilie were announced by County Attorney Joseph F. Evans. Sylvester Grow Jr. of Huntatille, arrested Monday for stealing a horse and buggy from Dr. Colvin, veterinary surgeon, is said to have aided Oleen’s alleged sale. Grow allegedly hired to tend stock, hitched a horse to a buggy, drove to Ogden, and returned with the animal before abandoning the buggy. Grow confessed during liquor-related charges and claimed the theft occurred while intoxicated.
Fragmentary OCR reports a brilliant and difficult aviation feat by a French aviator in the Champagne region. The German forces are not clearly identified in the garbled text. A French official statement hints at a part in the event but lacks precise details.
The German attempt to strike a French balloon failed after Lieutensel tested fire balls for two months and then attacked from 10 000 feet. The aeroplane guarding the balloon stood watch fifteen miles behind the German forces and the pilot had to rise four times before he could strike accurately as the balloon was hauled down. The incident followed reports of German reconnaissance and intelligence on French troop movements. Tonight at The Ogden, the play "Hous 1000 Candles" features Jack in a frequent tomorrow show.
Place a cross in the square preceding the names of the you favor as candidates for the respective positions. Follow ballot layout and mark only the intended selections to ensure your vote counts.
Official primary ballot for the four year term auditor and municipal candidates for nomination in the city at the primary election held October 19 1915.
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