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The report notes rising wages and strong demand in labor and industry. It observes factories and workshops at full blast as signs of better times, likening the seven lean kine to fat ones in abundance.
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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1880
Page
2
The report notes rising wages and strong demand in labor and industry. It observes factories and workshops at full blast as signs of better times, likening the seven lean kine to fat ones in abundance.
The text lists leading editors and publishers in Chicago New York St Louis Boston San Francisco Philadelphia and Cincinnati including W F Storey M E Stone J S Medill C A Dana Whitelaw Reid J G Bennett G P Hurlbut J A McComb Charles Dew Young M Halstead R M Pulsifer and others.
The Oil City Derrick reports accusations from Memphis circuit court that Howard Association officers voted themselves ten dollars a day during a yellow fever epidemic, diverting funds meant for sufferers to increase personal salaries. It praises the group’s general aid but questions true philanthropy if the charges are proven.
The New York Sun mocks a hypothetical Grant third-term bid and a ticket featuring his son Col. Frederick D. Grant for vice president. It laments concentrating power within the Grant family and implies familial succession should a fatality occur.
A historic view notes British voters favor Liberal prospects despite Conservative prestige. It contrasts Gladstone’s reformist platform with the Tories’ war trophies and Berlin treaty hype. The piece hopes for Gladstone, Bright, and Fawcett to secure national peace and domestic progress.
The editor and contributors pledge to publish sound instructive and pleasant literature. A tribute to Montezuma by Moses Thatcher opens the issue. Pieces on Mormonium by F and others, Bits of Travel to Zurich Basel, Utah scenery, Monte Cristo ascent, an editorial on the Word of Wisdom as temperance pledge, plus poetry and sketches.
A critical essay examining the term British Lion and its use to praise or condemn Britain. It contrasts noble traits with ferocity and cruelty in Afghanistan and Zululand. It cites Sir Garnet Wolseley and the Beaconsfield era, arguing butcheries and imperial policy invite posterity’s censure.
Minties Special Medicines promise beet-based relief for kidney bladder ailments and female weakness with English Dandelion Pills and Fills. Bi Amttley Cooper's Vital Ruatorac claims cures for nervous debility and lost manhood, touting safety and dramatic results with pricing at $3 a bottle and $10 for four times quantity. Available through Driver Son JW McNutt and others in San Francisco and Oak Grove.
Lonny Gerrexson was appointed postmaster at Elsinore in Sevier County Utah, with the official letter listing his assignment and duties.
A letter from May lod Blesa You of Keoxex Iowa dated March 15 1879 reports severe kidney trouble relief after using Safe Kidney and Liver Cure. The writer claims rapid pain relief and plans to buy more, intending to share with Albert Patterson and others who suffer. The testimonial pleads for continued supply.
Local papers clash over the recent death case. The Herald cites death by own action, the News offers points for readers to decide, while the Tribune argues the murder theory with a sequence of logical reasons.
A northern teamster fights a stubborn mule near the city bridge. After whipping and cursing fails, a peaceable citizen intervenes citing street language rules. The driver concedes he has used his best effort and admits he knows he is off but vows to do better next time.
A Pioche meeting organized a company to construct a railroad linking with the Utah Southern Extension. The line reaches Black Rock Springs, 37 miles from Frisco. Captain Western, wounded in a clash with Doctor Le Compte over a social slight, remains out of immediate danger though the shoulderbone is damaged and the left arm may be useless if not saved.
A reader asks The Woodlams to address the police and city council about gangs of youths who hang around street corners and entertainment venues. The letter urges action to suppress the nuisance before it worsens.
Prominent U P R W I engineer George Lashna lost his wife Esther Ann suddenly while he was at work. Born in 1853, she left two sons and a grieving husband after an unexected telegraph summons.
Stock coming, Mr Carroll of Carroll and Dee will arrive from the east tomorrow with thirty head including mules, stallions and draft horses. He visits Ogden and surrounding country to procure stock.
The Gaunt Destroyer claims two lives in quick succession as Miss Margaret Elizabeth McKay dies after being taken from her family on Suns day and her sister Elenor Odetta dies the next day. The bereaved parents face a profound period of sorrow while the community offers heartfelt sympathy.
The editor notes a bar of bullion over ninety percent fine was exhibited from ore mined within six miles of Ogden. The metal is genuine and invites inquiry for skeptics. The author urges continued progress in the precious metals effort.
Tomorrow evening at 7 30 o clock the committees will present ex Go Emery the elegant gold watch and chain donated by townsman J Lewis. The public and ladies are invited to attend in the Court Room of this city. R K Wirurass, Chairman.
A brief session of the Second District Court convened at 10 o'clock this morning in the County Court House. Little business was transacted before the court adjourned.
The paper notes the discovery of Bro. Rich's proposed journal at Paria and comments on the adage that wish can precede thought. It reports the last ore assay from the Silver Chief mine in Coldwater Canyon showing 103 dollars gold 10 dollars silver 27 dollars copper, calling the result encouraging.
The article defends police efforts against public disturbances by juveniles and warns citizens not to denounce issues in print. It cites city regulations guiding officers to suppress annoyances and calls for public cooperation to curb the social evil.
Mr H C Eaton of Tos hoke Kansas and two associates from Pairmount Nurseries Co Topeka visit the city. The firm, founded in 1868, reports a capital of about 100000 dollars and 320 acres of stock with fine grapes peaches prunes strawberries gooseberries and other fruits on display. The Peters Son Taylor canvassing team seeks a friendly reception from locals who want to grow luscious fruit.
Dr McKenzie delivers an engaging temperance talk in Reno at the Reform Club Mall to a good audience. Tonight he repeats the theme at the Reform Club hall with free admission and public invitation.
The Utah and Northern railroad faced heavy snow and washouts for 50 miles from Battle Creek to Port Neuf. The Mareh Valley alignment between two bluffs suffered as warm weather melted snow causing torrents that washed fills and destroyed bridges. Officials Thatcher Swan Toombs Payne Morrell led repair efforts, with trains eventually crossing a 50 foot long wooden bridge.
Judge Williams and the presentation committee unveil a gold watch and chain to be presented to ex Governor G W Emery at 7 30 pm at the Court Room Ogden Utah. The inscription reads Presented to Hon G W Emery by citizens of Ogden April 3 1880. Gov Murray and Sec Thomas plus Mayor Herrick invited and expected to attend. Governor Emery will be greeted at the depot and escorted to the Court Room for a public ceremony open to all residents.
William Pitman a brakeman on the UPF suffered a serious fracture of the left wrist when he fell while running beside the engine at Fort Sanders. He had recently recovered from a shoulder dislocation. Dr Harris dressed the injury and prognosis is cautious.
C. C. Good editor of the Virginia Enterprise C Williamson sheriff of Storay county and M Lippman all of Virgins City Nevada left today homeward bound after examining the mines of Lincoln and Ster Districts.
Warner river bridge construction near, Junction to host Conference with special reporter Tus McKensie. Reform Club meets at Woodmansel's theatre Monday evening with short speeches songs duets and recitations. The paper delivery complaints west of Ogden cited. mails from the office and rural post offices to be checked.
A crowd of six Crow Indians from the Yellowstone region, led by Long Elk, traveled by the U N railroad to Washington on a notable journey. They were accompanied by A R Keller Indian agents Thomas Stewart and A M Quivey interpreters, and faced a rough trip to reach the northern terminus where they first saw the iron horse of modern civilization.
Na Cune of Savage and Ottingar in Galt Lake returns from southern California after viewing the countryside along the Southern Pacific Railroad track.
A two day gathering called by the Twelve Apostles began in a new assembly hall with President John Taylor in the chair. Speakers urged fidelity to covenants, noted the approaching conference, and defended members against accusations while praising missionary progress and faith in the United Order.
The account portrays a missionary’s journey to Mexico to preach, noting generous reception and a mix of admiration and criticism from the press. It discusses Mexico’s indigenous heritage, libraries lost to conquest, and comparisons to other peoples, alongside observations on climate, mining wealth, and liberal constitutional notions.
The notice promotes Universal Copying Company of Francisco owners of Indy Ink Berlin Finish Crayon and Qjl portraits. It touts enlarging photographs for home display and recommends buying life like portraits of relatives. Prospective patrons urged to confirm they deal with Universal Copying Company.
The Ogden Chair events held on Thursday evenings at Prof Fowler's music store draw many attendees. A landmark moment saw Emery receive a gold watch and chain for Gor at a Saturday night ceremony in Court Hove, despite bad weather. Proceedings to be published in Extenso tomorrow.
The Conference of the Y MALT A will meet at the Tabernacle in Ogden City on Sunday April 1 1880 at 10 a.m. Presidents from across the county are invited to attend to represent their societies and support the cause of moral improvement. Jos A West President Central Board.
S. M. Presnan, the territory's sole professional undertaker, focuses entirely on funeral service. Office open day and night in Canfield's Block on Main Street Ogden.
A Free Rook of nearly 100 large octavo pages for the sick by Dr E B Foor offers notes on scrofula and diseases of breathing organs, men, women, aches, and various other care topics with claims of cure. Sent for three cents. address Munsay Hues Ett Cay No 129 B 28th Street.
Death notices from Fartown Greed Muddersfield February 12 1880 report Amelia Dyson aged yeartam Uill bronchitis. North Ogden April 2 1880 Celia Eliza Dudman daughter of Francis and Mary Dudman six months and 11 days.
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