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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1913
Page
1
The state education board considers dismissing ten teachers amid a drive to purge absences for maternity. Among those named are Mrs. Bridget Peixette and Mrs. Helen Jo Becker, wife of Lt. Beaker, both cited for maternal leave or absence from duty.
Washington reports an event where Fumo announced to the last master general Wurren the production of a new dahlia variety named Buriesga. A Baltimore clerk acted as intermediary for the concealment of the effort, with oblique references to a surveyor and agent involved.
A garbled report notes debate on public health and government norms. It mentions the postmaster general and Mr Harvey, commenting on views and recognition in official circles. The fragment suggests discussions of standards and timing before implementation.
A superior court verdict in Yreama Washington holds that parole of an insane patient is not authorized by law. The case involved an asylum patient paroled under supervision to relatives in Portland. The court awarded $9000 damages against Calhoun and the Littlejohns. Witnesses testified the parole system lacked legal basis despite the patient being deemed mentally unfit.
Milwankee fighter showcases grit in a ten round bout against Tantor, gaining edge in early rounds but enduring a fierce late rally from Sullivan. The victor displayed marked gameness and pressing defense, securing the nod in a hard fought decision at ringside.
Mohonk Lake New York October 3 The Lake Mohonk conference heard A S Lanier of Richmond Virginia former assistant solicitor for the United States Department of Agriculture propose control of the Philippines by an international council. The plan sets a council of delegates from the United States England France Germany Russia and Japan plus others to act as upper house with natives in the lower chamber. Disputed issues would go to an international tribunal and eventually Filipinos would govern with aid from the council while the United States would retain some oversight. Names linked include Martin Ngag editor of the Manila Times Joseph J McLaughlin philanthropic leader Reverend James B Dodgers and Marin. VIGOROUS FOOTBALL PRACTICE Cornell team excludes Shyer as sessions continue October 28.
San Francisco reports New Zealand All Blacks dominate Santa Clara University 42 to 0 in a rugby match. New Zealanders control the play from start to finish as Santa Clara falters after a hopeful first half. Surrett makes a notable 40 yard run and Carl Philippia con turns two interceptions into points.
Canon O Oct 23 An examination yesterday of the injury to Joseph Mist 17 shows he broke the lower back lumbar vertebrae during a game last Sunday. Mist was quarterback of the Brier Bras and was tackled while pursuing the ball. Physicians say paralysis of the lower limbs is unlikely and expect recovery.
The Mexico Society, recently organized, held its first meeting in Chicago. Robert Kerr, president, outlined a plan to leverage Americans familiar with the Mexican situation to safeguard American interests in Mexico.
Wymare Neb October 22 reports the Futurity coursing meet opening the second day. Judges decisions, including J Sheahan, are contested with Fred Page and Ray Virgin replacing him. Missing Link defeats Val Neversettle 6 to 4 after 3 runs, Fall of the Vale takes another match, favorites include Flying Pootatops Colonial Hay Wandering Tom and Sweet Dreams. Jack Rabbit shows high speed and escapes on straightaways.
Boston Oct 22 The solution of ill paid tariff currency and other public problems is asked to be shared by women. A speech by Mrs Robert La Follette, wife of Senator La Follette of Wisconsin, at a Boston Equal Suffrage Association for Good Government meeting argued that women must plan and pinch to balance costs, facing railroad rates, tariffs, and trusts. The speaker urged women to take a larger role in public finance and living costs.
Panama on October 23 reports fifteen vessels including three dredges raised from the sea channel to the surface of Catia lake via the gates. The operation took about four hours longer due to the difficulty of guiding many craft into position. The fleet is to form part of a firefighting effort in the Onvlehra area. Trenching work was abandoned, and engineers resorted to a submerged dredge. When south section depth reaches 28 feet a dredge from the Pacific entry will be lifted through Pacific locks to excavate the slide.
In Everett Washington during an industrial commission hearing last night Mrs Theresa A McMehat and Mrs Florence Swanson argued that employers have no right to judge the morality of female workers as long as they report for work and perform duties. J M Winslow of Independent Telephone urged that employers should weed out immoral women for safety and business reasons. The three speakers clashed over whether employers may influence workers outside working hours, with the women commissioners advocating only efficiency and pay.
Washington October 23 plan to dedicate a memorial fountain beside the White House for Major Archibald W. Buth former White House military attache and Francis D. Miller painter and author who perished in the Titanic disaster. Announcement of the completion of the foundation was made today Taft is chairman of the committee that raised the funds.
Twicio Fill s, business manager of the Japan Adver ter, was arrested October 1 on a U S requisition for alleged perjury. He appeals from prison asking not to be delivered to the United States and states his desire to become a Japanese citizen. He is also wanted in Boston for alleged abduction of his daughter and contempt of court.
The recent death of Senator Sullivan creates a vacancy prompting an application for a successor. Details on the nomination process and timing are being prepared for presentation to the relevant authorities.
William J. Wilkins seeks an injunction in state supreme court requesting a restraining order against the board of elections to stop printing any candidates names on ballots for the Tenth congressional district, which Sullivan represented. No executive order has been issued to make a vacancy part of a general election.
The court record notes the prisoner's name was never mentioned during the trial as the defense urged the president to add it to the record. A separate advance report from the US Geological Survey highlights increased iron ore, pig iron, and steel production for 1912, with ore valued at over $107 million and gains of about $20 million from 1911.
Kansas City March 27 0 governors Baldwin of Connecticut opposed the temperance amendment to the federal constitution. The National Council of Congregational Churches held a brief session with Governor Baldwin's stance drawing a following. Homier missionary society noted drift from the common people and urged revival of working men and families interest.
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