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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1915
Page
10
ABBOT R HEYWOOD declares candidacy for Ogden mayor under Utah law and pledges a square deal for all residents. He opposes a third term and the Power and Light franchise, calls for disciplined city finances, efficient departments, and rapid municipal improvements without public work waste.
Miles J Jones announces candidacy for city commissioner. He pledges full attention to city interests, experience in local business, and independence from private interests. He advocates reducing taxes, opposing long term franchises without public consent, limiting terms, improving department efficiency, and eliminating wasteful pay for idle work.
Wartime dispatches from Apterdam dated January 17 report Crown Prince Alexander of Serbia narrowly escaping capture as Hungarian forces enter Tel Hides. The prince stayed to defend the city until Hungarians advanced, with several staff reportedly captured or killed as the defense culminated.
George S Barker announces his candidacy for Municipal Judge as a nonpartisan candidate. He emphasizes impartial governance, cites roots in Orden Weber County, and notes Georgetown law graduation and service in Washington DC. Barker highlights legal background and prior roles at Foundry and Machine Company, promising to uphold law and serve all citizens regardless of party.
A critical editorial compares Ogden’s city government with Dayton’s commission plan. It highlights Dayton’s savings, expanded services, and lower taxes while claiming Ogden’s five commissioners waste funds, keep department heads, and raise salaries without improving results.
The People’s Convention backed by Ogden’s City Republican Central Committee endorsed the full municipal ticket. Endorsements include A. R. Heywood for mayor, M. L. Jones for fourteenth commissioner, and A. F. Larson for supervisor. The Gazette unreservedly backs the ticket.
Secretary Lane announced that mineral potash could be produced from alunite near Maryvale Utah, marking the first U S commercial potash from domestic ore. The Maryvale deposits extend about 7500 feet, with processing yielding almost pure alunite potash, spurring potential southern Utah industry amid wartime needs.
A wartime dispatch from Canadian headquarters describes Major A. V. Roy, Twenty-second… details of fighting in the Artois sector in northern France. The report notes Roy’s heroic sacrifice during October actions and reflects on Allied operations and Italy’s position in the broader war. The message includes references to Sir Samuel Hughes and the Canadian militia.
I have lived in Ogden City all my life and worked here. After teaching for years I moved into accounting and spent six years in that field. The next two years I served as City Auditor, devoted to the offices entrusted to me and reelected. I promise to serve the public to the best of my ability.
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