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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1917
Page
2
A fragmentary editor note presents questions from a prompt citizen about city automobiles and department costs. It asks for monthly operating costs, location of a city bath house, and who uses it, urging record keeping and public knowledge.
Frank Francis editor of The Standard says he will seek an expert to review Ogden city finances before taking office. He envisions hiring an efficiency expert to examine city government top to bottom and run the municipality with trained, capable hands while salaries remain nominal for leaders. He notes some men lack adaptability for such roles.
A New York bulletin urges vigilance and unity against U boats as American ships and commerce face threats. The notice highlights developments this week affecting ships and maritime trade, stressing Britain's shipbuilding drive and American resolve to defend sea lanes and suppress submarine activities.
Report notes American ships of 3500 deadweight being requisitioned with tonnage tied to trade importance and regulated freight. Daily submarine activity shows increasing German naval control, but outlook improves since February when the Kaiser ordered wrecking of ships.
An urgent wartime appeal echoes through a distorted editorial urging rapid action and Liberty Bond purchases. It calls citizens to support the war effort, warning of dangers at home and abroad, and stresses the need to back democracy with financial and patriotic resolve.
In Ogden the question of city ownership of electric lighting arises as Utah Power & Light considers stock in local investors. The Standard asks investors their stance while the city ponders municipal lighting, noting Utah Power & Light’s extensive business across states and the potential impact on Ogden’s revenue if city control replaces private providers.
Splendid models in the newest ideas for dressy coats in popular fine materials. Each model carries an individual number for afternoon and evening wear. Silk Velour remains a premier coating with exquisite linings and correct styles, priced from 55 to 95 dollars. Velour options range from 60 to 85 dollars.
Ogden stockholders would suffer no loss while Optien and city property owners would gain from a city owned electric distribution system. Either rate cuts would occur at the expense of Lente In Beamers houses and numerous homes. The proposition is fearsome and has been detailed by men who have studied the issue.
The Salt Lake Tribune reports broad wartime pressure against antiwar and seditious voices. Publications like Jerry O Leary's Pull and Hull are suspended by authorities. Lenitor and other editors aiding Germany face arrest or internment. Free speech is framed as dangerous to national unity while loyal citizens are urged to stay silent.
Official notice calls Owls to Friday events on October 19. The message emphasizes participation and indicates a focus on sports significance and event importance.
Washington Oct 18 The navy department confirms an American destroyer was torpedoed in European waters. One sailor, Gunner's Mate Osmond Kelly Ane Fram, was killed and five were wounded. The names and addresses of the wounded are listed, with the attack’s location and ship withheld. The incident prompts praise for U.S. destroyer performance and anti submarine patrols amid wartime tensions.
The discussion centers on Germany’s extended submarine capability and its impact on Allied operations. Naval officers note that American destroyer actions overseas show Germany can challenge Allied ships, with emphasis on European waters where Germany currently operates.
Overnight and forenoon subscriptions added about 10 million dollars to New York's Liberty Loan total, reaching just under 40 million by 12 o'clock today. Half of the increment came from DuPont de Nemours company amid criticism of wealthy individuals delaying subscriptions.
A wartime finance plea warns of steep personal taxes if bonds fail, urging buy now to avoid conscription of wealth. An accompanying ad extols Foley Kidney Pills as a cure for backache and rheumatic pain, claiming notable relief and value.
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