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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1916
Page
2
The item proclaims The Standard as an independent paper founded in 1870, published every evening except Tuesday, claiming no muzzle or censorship, and presenting a concise editorial stance.
The Ogden Mackin and Provision company reported sending a communication to Salt Lake papers protesting anti Balt Lake business efforts. Jensen accused the bunlines men of Salt Lake City and others in Ogden Logan Ogden and Provo of scheming to lure outside concerns with large bonuses to invade Utah industries.
A damaged report details a bitter dispute between Ogden and Salt Lake leaders over business deals and promotional aims. It describes a failed attempt to publish a critical letter and accuses Salt Lake promoters of obstructing Ogden’s growth while favoring their own capital interests.
A partial program for the National Irrigation Congress planned for October 1924 in El Paso and Elephant Butte New Mexico outlines formal dam dedication at Elephant Butte by President Wilson, excursions from Albuquerque to the dam, and sessions on irrigation districts rural credits and land settlement irrigation legislation and engineering. The text notes a diminished status of the proposed Irrigation Ode and references Ogden’s earlier hosting.
The Standard suggested two meals daily and argues overeating is common while many Americans face poverty and undernourishment. It notes physical labor requires more food for workers, while mental workers suffer most from poor habits. a daily meal plan is recommended, and breakfast is downplayed in favor of a light start.
The text contrasts a farmer's hardships with health and productivity, arguing for water fasting as breakfast, then discusses wheat rust devastation in the Northwest. It notes farmers face debt, volatility, and risk from rust, frost, pests, and market cycles, urging government crop insurance and mutual aid to ease calamities.
Fragmentary historical passage discusses routes, common stores, and how arrangements could improve farming appeal and national prosperity. Easy to misread OCR, no clear names or dates emerge.
An anonymous writer sent direct charges against three police officers to The Blanchard and to the mayor, drawing inquiries from The Standard. The mayor pledges a public hearing to consider any proof, while urging the author to reveal identity or face the charge of mere scandal.
Investigation under Utah's largest taxpayers exposes widespread waste. Findings suggest Utah teeters toward bankruptcy as officials trace sources of government weakness. Taxpayers urged to learn how state, county, and city funds are managed and why taxes rise.
Returning New York star Rita Gould headlines a Pantages vaudeville bill at the Orpheum for three days starting tomorrow. The show promises a varied program with each act distinct and entertaining. Gould, praised for charm and expressive eyes, is featured among notable acts including singer Miz Gould in a musical contrast performance.
A city program features Hula Lou and Mina Gould in refined acts with dog performers in Everyday Life in Dogtown. Laila Shaw presents A Truthful Liar while Milo Lilyan and Martha Baggs perform dances in striking costumes. Dek Ganlenér and Anne Revere deliver comedic staff. Ito and Norman show acrobatic stunts. The studio uses quick action to speed plot during dramatic scenes.
A Meleome relief from sensationalism promises Ramona the ble picture at the theater next Sunday and Monday with only two or three showings during the run.
The city engineer approves curb and gutter work and the associated plaza for district No 144 sidewalks and paving. Work includes curb and gutter installation and related improvements within the aidewalk area.
A special children’s program is scheduled Saturday from 2:00 to 3:30 PM at the Alhambra, followed by the regular program.
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