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Newspaper
Logan Nation
Location
Logan, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1903
Page
1
The first through fifth precincts named council candidates in a strong Republican ticket with all nominees Mormon. Primary delegates totaled twenty per precinct. Socialists in Logan held a separate ticket convention. Local social events and visits to Logan note residents and guests including Mrs. G Torgeson and Dr. Croxall, with club discussions on women’s status and public welfare.
The Democratic convention is scheduled for this morning at the county court house. Officials expect participation from local party members and candidates, with discussions on platform priorities and upcoming election strategy.
The outlook yesterday favored Anthea Anderson or Charles England for mayor and Andrew King or L Farr for marshal, with J Z Stewart ES expected as attorney nominee for the ticket.
Social world notes report Mrs Walter Pyper was hostess for a Thursday afternoon luncheon that was beautifully planned, showcasing hospitality and stylish entertaining.
Hon and Mrs Joseph Howell hosted guests including Hon and Mrs David Keccles of Ogden Mrs William Haslam and Mr and Mrs B Mitton of Logan on Monday in a pleasant gathering The Beacon Light Club held its regular meeting Tuesday afternoon with Miss Almeda Parry delivering a delegate report to the State Federation of Women's Clubs She summarized the convention session and key address points The report was well received
The faculty plans a grand annual reception for Brigham Young College students on Saturday evening, inviting attendees to participate in a cordial social event marking the academic year.
The University of Utah football team and students are warmly anticipated for a Saturday visit. Agricultural college students host a grand ball in the evening and hope the players are well enough to dance.
Mrs A M Merrill of Logan joined her husband in St George last Saturday. On Sunday the Merrills were admitted as members to the West St George ward according to the Dixie Advocate.
Elder Melvin J. Ballard outlines the redemption of Zion including Christ's coming at the High Priests meeting in the First ward assembly hall on October 18, 1803, at 7 80 p m. Presidents Edward W. Smith Samuel Holt and Benjamin M. Lewis urge full attendance and invite all attendees.
Rachel Hendricks sues Franklin D. Hendricks for divorce after a 1902 Logan marriage alleging cruelty and neglect. She seeks alimony, attorney fees, costs, and custody of their minor child. Agnes Mason Matthews sues Alina A. Matthews for divorce on failure to provide, asks alimony fees costs restoration of maiden name and child custody. In the First district, all jury cases ha ires airs continued to present term.
The Thatcher Brothers Bank ing company filed suit against the Deseret Dramatic Syndicate, a Salt Lake corporation, for 1086.76 dollars principal and interest alleged to be due for a loan.
The Cache Co Sunday School convention will be held at the Methodist church on Saturday Oct 17. The program includes devotional service, talks on Sunday school work and denomination interest, music by choirs and solos, lessons for October 18, student teacher topics, missionary discussion, and a final address by Prof. L M Gillilan. Everyone interested is welcome.
In Sunday School work is cordially invited to be present at any or all of the exercises of the convention, I. N. Smith, President.
James Lynch, the condemned murderer who escaped from the State penitentiary Friday night, was captured at Wood's Cross twelve miles north of the city yesterday evening. He offered no resistance and was brought to Salt Lake at 9 o'clock then returned to the prison. Two Hatch brothers arresting him after recognizing him from newspaper pictures. Lynch wounded in left forearm, weak from loss of blood and hunger, escorted back by penitentiary guards at the Oregon Short Line depot.
The presentation of Host Lynne at the Logan opera house last Tuesday evening was praised as one of the best. The revival of the classic tale of wrong and retribution stirred tears and interest. Last night Lincoln J. Carter, famed theater owner, brought his southern drama Down Mobile to a packed audience.
Mr G F Wright visited from Hyrum and Frank Knox was nominated for mayor on the fourth ballot in Salt Lake. A Sugar factory road repair appropriation was approved. A five room house is for sale at 601 North Main. John L Ballifo sold to James A Park for 2700. A C and state university football game at BYU campus 5:50 pm with stores closed. BYU enrollment now 410 as college boards meet today.
Newton reports M L A officers hosted a grand social on the 13th with refreshments and a Smithfield orchestra in attendance. A plan emerges to have Hansen teach music to local boys for a band. Funeral services were held for Isaac Benson’s little daughter. Conference attendees from Salt Lake returned praising counsel. Farmers enjoy good weather and harvests. Mr pay v. Jensen sold his property. The two parties will hold conventions at Hyrum. Smithfield Republicans plan a city ticket nomination meeting tonight. Aged Hyrum resident M H Johanesen died suddenly, leaving a wife and married daughter. he was highly esteemed.
Inquiries directed to the office for a boy. At the Logan shooting gallery contest in progress, James A. Langton won a turkey with a 41 score within the limit. W. A. Burnham secured two turkeys with scores of 47 each.
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