25 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1919
Page
1
A chaotic ad copy promotes a new Mickey comedy featuring Mewes and Normand opening next Monday at a local theatre. It claims a sensational display with wild gags and promises free candy to anyone who rings the gong, drawing attention from fans amid garbled text about the act.
Cohan and Harris bring A Tall Made Man to the Orpheum theatre on Wednesday October 28 for two performances. The American comedy, praised for vigor and wit, stars Harmed Vermilye and features a large, well styled cast in a production noted for its family friendly humor and high taste.
Reports from the northeastern park area of Armenia indicate bubonic plague ravaging Permasa. Inhabitants panic flee as medics rally to cope with the outbreak with the national health department bringing aid.
Babe Ruth, world champion hero of the Denton Americans, asserts he will not play with the Ret Sax unless his pay is raised to 20 000 for next season. He regrets signing a three year 30 000 deal last year and says he is worth twice his contract. Ruth plans a Pacific coast stay and awaits word from Harry Frazee before further moves.
Yesterday marked high score day at the national 16.2 balkline billiard championship in New York. Walker Cochran of Detroit won two games, defeating Grarga Slosnon of Boston in the first and Jake Schaefer 400 to 257 in the evening to tie for the lead. Cochran posted a new tournament high run and set a new overall high score. The standings show Hoppe leading with .3900 and Cochran at .3800, with several players including Schaefer and Storson close behind as the event continues.
Prominent French boxer George Carpentier eyes a comeback despite years away from the ring. He prepares for a planned clash with Yackett, with Deschamps praised for fitness guidance and care in strategy.
The Marcus Show opens tomorrow at the Orpheum with fifty or more performers, billed as one of the grand productions in recent years. The event features The Pepel Chorus and a cast noted for feminine beauty, aiming to attract large crowds highlighted by mentions from the 1919 20 edition.
Six undefeated Western conference football elevens prepare for the resumption of hostilities in the Big Ten race. Michigan meets Ohio State in Ann Arbor a pivotal clash that could shape the championship, with both teams unscathed by major injuries. Chicago Northwestern draws a large crowd at Stagg Field as Chicago hopes to rebound after a recent win, while Wisconsin, fresh from beating Northwestern, eyes Urbana to test an undefeated Badger lineup.
David Reese, Utah’s renowned tenor and vocal teacher, plans to open a studio in Ogden four days a week while dedicating two days to Salt Lake work. He will enroll students October 24 at the Ogden Conservatory of Music, with auditions and lesson arrangements to follow.
Minnesota schedules a return match at Minneapolis hoping to rebound after a loss to Winois, with star players likely back in prime form. Iowa had injuries last week but aims to field a stronger lineup including Ite Kirauble in bagging another win.
Wearying illness of President Wilson reportedly shortens the Prince of Wales trip to Washington planned for early next month. Officials indicate the Prince’s stay will be about as brief as King Albert’s recent visit, with three days anticipated here.
A fiber rich beverage described as nature’s own drink that relieves constipation and is suitable for everyone who cannot drink coffee. Coffetone is said to be cheaper and more effective, requiring less sugar and lasting longer than coffee. Includes full package directions.
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