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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 10, 1917
Page
2
The text warns of Russia spiraling from disorder after the Alpe front retreat, with a quarrel between Kerpncky and the army commander. It suggests a potential military dictatorship under Koralloft, risking harsher rule than any form of republic and urging decisive action to save the nation.
A scanned article asserts Sweden deserts strict neutrality to aid Germany. It cites Nuevos Aires disclosures showing a Swedish representative relaying coded war messages to Germany. The piece claims Swedish royalty is swayed by German interests despite many Swedes favoring the Allies.
Report notes recall of Sir Roger Casement episode with Irish ties and Danish government mentions via Berlin ambassador. Wades into Contintal Time publication by an Austrian Jewish writer and Foreign Office reaction after hostilities began.
A historical column attacks the Continental Times distributed to prisoners of war in German camps, accusing it of pro German bias and falsehoods. It questions the paper’s Americans’ loyalties, cites editor Stanhope and contributor Emera, and ponders how impartial historians will judge German morals during the war.
A Utah case questioned whether possession of liquor bought before August 1 violated the prohibition law. The jury’s leniency drew criticism for ignoring the statute, while Ogden lawyers argue the decision aligns with prevailing national opinions. George Malsgraenhen directs attention to state course decisions to publish in The Blanchard for broader discussion on defects and remedies.
A fragmentary letter from a newly formed labor group in Minneapolis argues for strong anti militarist action. It asserts that supporting the war means supporting militarism and calls for a unified United States defense to prevent German aggression.
A labor movement statement proclaims opposition to militarism in Germany and in defense of democracy. It emphasizes America bearing the burden of peace, resisting tyranny, and pledges labor’s unwavering support for the nation’s war for democracy and the global cause. It vows labor will remain true to its duty and give strength in the fight for freedom.
Washington September 10 grain elevators begin operating under license restrictions from the food administration. They may not store wheat or rye for more than thirty days and must file weekly reports. Flour mills will face profit limits and rate controls for thirty days. Household prices may drop at least one dollar per barrel, saving the public more than 30 million dollars monthly.
Ottawa Ontario dispatch reports the daily casualty list from the western front. Names include W. FE Campbell Balel Minnesota, J. G Malone Audla and others killed in action, with A. C. Mears Los Angeles and Gratien Hunter noted as died of wounds.
London dispatch reports from Jibat that a German named Sou d an Austrian named Karmelich, with forty Arabs, have wandered interior of French Sormali. After two months they were captured in a strong resistance where several were killed. The capture of Helle and Karmelich is expected to yield revelations on German intrigues in Abyssinia.
Washington dispatch reports the California Fuel Dealers' association petitioned the Interstate Commerce Commission to cut freight rates 20 to 40 percent on coal from Grand Junction, Utah to California ports including Los Angeles and San Francisco. They seek rate subdivisions by coal quality and abolition of reweighing charges.
Seattle, Washington, September 1. Stanford coach B Conibear, ten years director of the University rowing program, was killed Friday by a fall from a dam tree near his home. The incident occurs amid labor union and brewery worker tensions, with a controversial labor paper issue noted as the largest yet produced.
London dispatch reports German officials seeking an early peace to prevent internal revolution and national collapse. Berlin faces food shortages and industrial strain, with prospects of a draw or territory loss shaping demands for free markets and raw materials postwar. Austria also wary, while domestic power factions push for safeguards against upheaval. The piece also notes entertainment listings and a separate 2 cent rail rate proposal suspension into January.
Washington reports a proposal to fix a uniform loaf price after wheat price setting by the Food Administration and bakers. Labor groups press for a weekly twenty four hour work period amid wartime rush, as Tacoma stores and factories move toward an eight hour day under union pressure.
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