Labor shortage threatens Northern Utah peach crop
A severe labor shortage halted loading of a large peach crop in Northern Utah. Pacific Fruit Express struggled to find help. officials appealed to city and county agents, a Weber Academy force, and even prisoners. Thirty five workers were soon employed, with wages and meals arranged by the express company. Local railroads and farmers pressed for cars and baskets as demand rose.
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Pacific
Sillwell
Heywood
Hoe
Kelliner
Poog
Tara
Ranvasa
Ellingson
Onden
Trnmberger Electric
Oreron Fhart
Weber
Bor Elder
Derden
Union Pacific
Ogden
West seeks divorce from Olive W in county court
William H. West filed for divorce from Olive W. West in county court stating they wed October 6, 1916 and have lived apart since September 2, 1916. He cites cruelty and seeks division of property, claiming full title to a Webst county property prior to marriage and requesting decree granting him the full title.
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William IL
West
Olive W.” West
Wrte
A & Placa
Webst County
Dismissal Motion Planned in Utah Liquor Case
Attorneys will move Monday to dismiss the State of Utah case against unnamed liquor defendants. They argue lack of jurisdiction and wrongful seizure of the liquor at the Orden Bales company area. The ownership of the stock has long been disputed, creating confusion over its handling.
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Tytah
Baskets and Freight Cars Shortage Hits Fruit Trade
A preramp of orchardists in Weber and Elder counties faces a short basket supply as eastern markets demand prime fruit. Growers rush to pack and ship, lowering prices and straining shipments while freight car availability remains tight. Prices rise for prime fruit as baskets dwindle and packing costs cut into profits.
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Weber
Tor ‘Elder
Preramt
Terres
Hurry up ends in marriage at ITV Hall
Mobile travelers wed on a train stop as time pressed. Judge Barker stepped down to join John Davis of New York and FAnne May Wedards of Ring County Washington in a brief ceremony before continuing their journey toward life partners.
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Ceorne
Barker
Judiciat
Dan Cupid
Arker
John C. Davis
Jo,n Davis
New York County
New York
Fanne May Wedards
Ring County
Washington
Mrs. Davis
Cigar Shipments Stolen From ML Terminal
Two consignments of cigars bound for Price Utah from the Columbia Club Cigar Co Ogden were stolen from a railway call terminal. About 700 cigars were packed in a sack. 200 remained when found. Sergeant Kelliber recovered the sack and police warned to seek any thief. suspects fled the city.
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Price
Utah
Columbia Club Cigar Company
Ogden
Rometines
Kelliber
Depot Park
Resigning President of Choir Debuts New Season Plans
The Tabernacle choir held an enthusiastic rehearsal last night on the new program for the season. Selections from Mendelssohn Elijah and Dubins Seven Last Words were rehearsed along with two detached choruses. Director Jos Dallen tone aims to present a section from Elijah including the fam ne and widow stones. Extra rehearsals are set for the balance of the month with varied times for men and women. Professor Ballantyne is expected to aid in preparing many new chanises. Willard Scow eroft announces business duties cause his withdrawal from Ogden duties.
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Tabernacle Choir
Mendelssohn
Elijat
Dubins
Christ
Jos. Dallentone
Elijah
Arcety
Ballantyne
Willard Scoweroft
Nveny Fine Ogden
Resignation Talk Clouded by Family Turmoil
An unnamed president resigned amid advisement by three local chairs and a meeting set for Thursday to nominate a new leader. A related statement claims infidelity is denied, a forged separation rumor denied, and a note mentions a soldier friend. Mrs Harold D Taylor is named in a puzzling context.
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Mr. Taylor
Jealousy Triggers Husband's Impulsive Action
A muddled report notes Mrs Wapold tells of a marriage dispute where jealousy drives a husband to abrupt conduct after a ride with a man. The account mentions a Mrs Taylor and an incident involving an automobile trip and a call on her mother before a confrontation at home.
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Mra. Wapold
Taylor
Isid
Hsomedna
Chicago Americana Clinches American Flag With Boston Win
Boston's pennant bid ends as Chicago Americana defeats the Red Sox 18 in a decisive game. The victory locks up the American league title for Chicago. Real estate transfers in Weber county show quit claim deeds: to Rufus Fond for part of lot 1 block 33 and to Earnest Stone for part of section 5, with $157 and $198.60 considerations respectively.
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Boston
Chicago Americana
Chicago
Weber County
Rufus Fond
Weber
Earnest
Stone
Dr. Charles Aked to Speak at Tabernacle Saturday
Dr. Charles F. Aked will deliver a lecture on Armenian and Syrian relief at the Tabernacle Saturday night. W. F. Handsaker, advance agent for Aked, arranged details. Aked will discuss hopes and traditions of Armenians and Syrians and outline American relief efforts and Red Cross plans.
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Plasg
Charles F. Aked
Telernacle
W. F. Handsaker
Ako
Aked
Red Cross
Handgaker
Dicsomars Decree Controls Winter Wool Dress Length
The Paris dress makers chamber told the government that Wool cloth for winter 1917 18 dresses will not exceed 434 meters, under pressure of wartime shortages. A leading house director notes restrictions have been in effect since last season and will continue, with designers turning to narrower cuts and blended fabrics to cope.
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PARI
Paris
Rynnicatea Chamber
Parla
Fendon
America
France
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