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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1916
Page
2
A fragmented clipping notes Lite Bandara as a featured figure in a 1970s newspaper item. The brief mentions an evening edition dated Eusday with a reference to a titleless excerpt. Details are partial and the exact context remains unclear.
The article extols Ogden Canyon's autumn scenery and the painter's method as he captures dawn light, dew, soil scents, and frost in a famed landscape exhibit. It praises the artist as among the greatest, noting his patient materials gathering and his vivid palette of purples, scarlets, and iridescent hues.
Fragmented OCR notes critique political speeches that appeal to patriotism and pride. It suggests both parties push broad, vague patriotism to win, urging specifics and restraint when answering questions about actions already taken.
Utah comparisons highlight ahead status in education advantages for city and county children. The brief notes emphasize Utah leads in certain educational aspects and invites reflection on methods and overall progress.
A vintage health elixir claim promises to relieve headaches backaches tired nerves and low vitality. After taking three grain tablets, users report renewed ambition blood flow and heart function, restoring energy and confidence while seeming to revive personal vigor and social appeal.
A statement by Je Le Bt IBrlen of the U.S. Bureau of Education cites alarming literacy and attendance issues in rural America. He references surveys in North Carolina, Georgia, New York, and Utah showing high illiteracy, low school enrollment, and poor attendance, with truancy actions in progress to return students to the classroom.
Newspaper recounts sustained Zeppelin raids along the east coast of England penetrating to London. It notes 17 men, 8 women, 2 children killed. 45 men, 47 women, 17 children wounded in a Saturday attack, totaling 127 dead or wounded. The piece argues these casualties will not deter Britain but strengthen resolve to wage war. It references figures on arming and mobilization and condemns the bombardment as a moral outrage.
The National Child Labor Committee reported today that the recently enacted child labor law was defended as carefully drawn and well considered. Owen It Lovejoy, general secretary, noted bipartisan representation on the central committee and stressed the measure’s measured approach after years of delay.
The discussion defends the federal child labor law, noting broad support from both parties and a roll call showing only two Republicans in opposition. It argues the 30 day clause prevents evasion, preserves interstate commerce without allowing child labor, and stresses that the law was carefully framed by constitutional lawyers and a vigilant public. The piece asserts enforcement will continue regardless of the president.
An advertisement touts Gold Medal Haarlem Haarlem Capsules as a cure for fatigue and various ailments caused by overwork and poor health. It claims three capsules daily restore energy, with money-back guarantees and pricing at 25, 50, and 1.00 dollars. Also promotes viewing Jane Grey in The Test in Utah today and tomorrow.
The We ver County Farm Bureau formed a special committee led by Thomas E Powell and W Preston Thaw an to gather data on dairy cattle declines and inputs. They aim to improve dairy cattle quality to boost output and offset rising hay and feed costs, which threaten cattle numbers and land health.
The North Weber Mutual Improvement Association held its officers and teachers conference in the Third Ward meeting house. Salt Lake representatives led principal talks on stake board efficiency and work scope for 1916 17. Sessions covered class work contest plans and social activities with emphasis on improving dancing and amateur drama, plus reports on MIA funds the Improvement Era and manuals. A concluding evening program featured addresses and musical selections praising the ward workers and urging continued MOA development.
The Young Men’s Republican Club of Weber County will adopt its constitution and review executive and central committee actions at a meeting at the Weber County Court House. A report by a committee will be discussed, including party campaign plans and polling of the county.
The morning docket shows Jon Wayne and a Chinese man posting 159 bail on gambling charges after arrest by Detectives Keith Woottyn and Mex Fife at 3429 Grant Avenue. John Davie and JF Monant, alleged drunks, each forfeited 3 bail. Thy Brown, Motte, ML Moran, and DeVerie faced fines or jail for disorderly conduct. The millinery ad notes Bought and Paid For is supplied by W. H. Wright & Sons.
Ogden theaters present a busy week with Alhambra and Paramount lineups, including Bought and Paid For, The Quest of Life, and Anton the Terrible. The Lyceum and The Ogden offer varied programs with stage and film features, notable names such as Burton Holmes, H. B. Warner, Orrin Johnson, Beatriz Michelena, and Theda Nam in.
William Bick temporarily appointed as chauffeur of the police department reports his first arrest last night. He seized Jerry Shalley, alleged automobile thief, after a young man boarded cars on Washington avenue near the Orpheum theatre and failed to start them. Officer Dick pursued and caught the man attempting to steal another vehicle. Also note: a big double program at the Utah today and tomorrow promises strong entertainment.
Special to the Stendard from Brisham City Utah September 25 Cox Fider Republicana held county convention naming in county and legislative tickets. Fred J Morton presided Henry Seeger Tremonton won a ceremony as committee debated road safety and county health, criticizing state road officials and Rat Elder county for alleged negligence in local rail issues.
Western Box Elder notes list a political ticket with candidates Williamson Horsley Park Valley David Hirochi Brigham City J Francis Merrell Peery Joy Young Lona Wheaties Honeyville N C Jeppeon Geneva Ella Johnson Dewesville John H Zundel Brigham I C Carver Brigham Ellas Jensen Conatahia urging attendance to the show The Test in Utah today and tomorrow.
Castle Murphy of the second ward was waiting at the depot for a train to address a country ward engagement when he suffered an acute attack of appendicitis. A physician summoned a doctor took him to Dee hospital for examination. He was reported doing as well as could be expected. Jackie Baunders and Roland Bottomley star in The Underworld second series of The Grip of Evil Utah today and tomorrow.
New York September 25 trading on the New York Stock Exchange surpassed two million shares for the first time in nearly a decade as United States Steel and copper issues led gains. Steel hit a new high with a 118 to 120 range, copper shares rose by one to three points, and overall volume reached about 675000 in the morning session. Infantile paralysis wanes with new cases and five deaths reported in today’s updates.
A flurry of activity marks the Ogden political scene. The Young Men's Republican club meets at the county building to organize and plan campaign methods while Democratic headquarters announce two national figures set to speak in Ogden early next month Frank D Shaftroth of Colorado and Judge Nortoni of St Louis. Shaftroth will visit October 4 and Nortoni October 6, with Senator Handing of Ohio addressing Weber county Republicans on the night of October B. A Weber county Republican committee named Charles R Hollingaworth as chairman and John Cluth as secretary to consider remaking a state legislative candidate after Samuel Powell relinquished the nomination. T. C. Host of the Republican ticket for congress is away on a southern Utah speaking tour with Senator George Sutherland. Hoyt returns to his home after a weekend trip.
A historical health note promotes morning hot water with limestone phosphate as a cleanse for the digestive system. It claims internal purification improves skin tone, breath, and vitality, stating purging waste prevents toxins from entering the blood and enhances overall appearance within one to two weeks.
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