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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1919
Page
10
A miner’s road to Hollister County climbs 21 percent to a mine near San Jose. L. Larsen’s 4 ton truck hauls ore and supplies over 30 000 miles in two years with no renewals, thanks to Goodrich De Luxe Truck tires. The tires endure constant strain on the steep grade, proving their wear resistance and reliability.
Paris dispatch reports Prime Minister Lloyd George pressing to secure the extradition of former German Emperor William II from the Netherlands before leaving Paris. The proposed peace treaty with Germany envisions a special tribunal to try him, with Allied powers urging the Netherlands to surrender the ex-emperor for trial.
Uritghany H. Roverts, famed World War II era chaplain of the 148th Field Artillery, will address Ogden residents at the Geden Tabernacle tonight at 8 o'clock in support of the league of nations. Mayor T. S. Browning will preside. Major Reuben Clark’s Ogden speech last week will be answered. Mildred and Nephi Brown will perform musical numbers. A note urges readers to mail a cutout for Foley’s sample package offer.
Boston officials report fire department officers will not participate in a sympathy strike for police. Directors of the Officers' Club, representing about 15 percent of the city’s firefighting force, voted unanimously in favor of loyalty to the city. Fire Commissioner Murphy voiced belief the firemen would stay loyal as the strike period begins its second week without major changes.
Washington reports Senator Overman Democrat of North Carolina urged ratification of the peace treaty and its league covenant. He warned delay would invite revolution and famine, saying the American people favor ratification after 50 years of seeking peace. He argued reservations could derail the process and stressed honoring the victory for which soldiers fought. He noted China and Shantung history in context of the treaty.
Dr J W Smith, an American physician employed by the Potosi Mining company, escaped from armed Mexicans southeast of Chihuahua City and was headed for Chihuahua City. A report said he pressed a Civil station 54 miles south of Chihuahua City on the Mexican Central railroad after being captured with three others Saturday morning.
An old time advertisement promises a free 30 day trial of a rupture treatment device. It claims to deliver a wearable rigature and spring components to cure rupture, urging readers to act and refer friends. The offer provides a Kansas City address and a push to contact a bank or trust company for proof.
The Americanization program opens Friday evening at Central Junior High School with J. Reaves and John Junk directing. The initial session enrolls students. regular classes begin Monday evening. Instruction is free and required for foreign born persons aged 16 to 50 meeting fifth grade standards.
Washington reports a retroactive wage rise for 2400 sleeper and transit car conductors under a federal contract. The increase, effective May 1, sets first-year pay at 121 dollars monthly plus overtime, with higher rates for longer service, under a September 1 standard of 240 hours per month.
Cleveland Ohio September 1. Jabil Fitzpatrick chairman of the national committee for organizing iron and steel workers addressed the United Mine Workers convention. He spoke of plans to attend meetings and carry out organizing actions tied to the steel strike set to begin September 22 while avoiding calls to delay the strike. He said over 160000 workers were now organized and promised steel workers justice. Acting President Lewis pledged miners support to secure that justice and likewise did not press for delaying the strike.
Ogden boy scouts faced anxiety Sunday evening as signal fires atop Mount Ben Lom were read as distress signals. Three scout officials and live patrols hiked through the night, reaching the summit at 6 a.m. Monday to locate the source, believed to be a fire misused as a distress signal. The ascent was led by Tigh Holdaway, C W Wimmer, and Delbert Foulger of Troops 19 and 16.
Lorin Farr Park hosts Farm Bureau Day with committees announced for decoration refreshments and reception. Decor chair Mrs M K Tadobs lists members from Slaterville Eden Farr West Riverdale and neighboring towns. Reception chair Mrs J T Ritter and cochair Mrs C T Larkin plan activities as Cody Hits the Trail and Headin South provide entertainment.
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