Ogden Camden: Prisoners and Suspected Plot Rumors
Fragmentary text reports tension over a group linked to A T Stewart's associates. The piece hints at possible conspiratorial activity and prisoner rumors without clear names or outcomes.
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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1879
Page
2
Fragmentary text reports tension over a group linked to A T Stewart's associates. The piece hints at possible conspiratorial activity and prisoner rumors without clear names or outcomes.
A garbled OCR fragment appears to describe mixed up words and unclear references. The passage lacks coherent subjects and concrete details, making it difficult to identify named entities or a definite event.
Brief notes question whether the subject Tatassasatxs.of Jomsph killed himself and if a gunshot to the face occurred after a prior incident. The legible text is fragmentary and lacks verifiable details.
Fragmentary text mentions coffee as a digestive aid and asks about good foundations. No coherent news content or identifiable entities are present.
A fragment cites Sreakine or E. W. Pullidge, nicknamed the Squtbor, as a Territorial Enquirer payer who vows another flop, with rumors linking confinement to a lunatic asylum or a Methodist church, while a reader asks for clarification.
Readers describe a popular inland retreat filled with crowds and excitement. The piece notes unusually strong visitor numbers and optimism for the coming months as the area rebounds from lean times.
A garbled report questions Mr. A. Slayes of the Toledo Archary Club as a son of the President. The text mocks his connections and mentions a five dollar per minute charge amid unclear context.
The Pacific coast plate-paper figure Rev. P. PLP. P. clashed with a newspaper man in a lively exchange about saving souls. As of now no new church will be started from donations connected to that quarter.
The East reports peach yields suffer in early varieties due to heat while New Jersey and Delaware enjoy good quality fruit. Last week New York markets moved 133000 baskets and nine car loads were shipped westward. A satirical note names a General Prosperity as a field general troubling Gen Ewing and Gen Platt, with Whitelaw attacked by General Debility in Tribune chatter.
A group of about thirty tramplers stripped and danced naked before private homes to lewd songs. Citizens formed a horsemen unit partly vaquero and routed the gang, roughing several of them for practical purposes.
A dispatch from a New York Tribune staff correspondent suggests Samuel Tilden is likely the Democratic nominee and stronger than recent wire-puller rumors. The piece notes Bayard faded, Swing harmed Shurman, and Republican hopes center on Blaine and Sherman with a possible Washburne compromise.
A Winnemucca report tells of a mother abandoning her infant, leaving a note to Mrs. Gilson-Deax and claiming her husband deserted them. The child, William Arthur, born August 22, 1878, may be sent to Carson Orphans’ Home unless adopted.
Telegrams from Salt Lake report the Supreme Court has granted the writ of certiorari but stayed proceedings to next Friday. The delay centers on the presence of Borentin,anit and a cautious court split between law and sympathy with the Advent side. Executors face an impossible task and potential prison unless a bond is posted. The move offers only an initial chance to rectify district court wrongs amid doubts of a favorable outcome.
Readers report widespread ads on major state offices as campaigns intensify. The question rising in chatter is when arrests may occur related to ongoing political controversies.
Mr. RIT Pratt to take the superintendence of the Sacramento and Oregon California divisions of the Central Pacific and Northern divisions. He receives the good wishes of his former crew and succeeds Mr. Fell, who departs with success.
The piece questions U S Senator Conkling's guilt in a Sprague scandal, blaming high place tolerance for cover ups. It labels the Inter Ocean and major papers as apologists and attacks sensational reporting and political hypocrisy in Washington New York and Chicago.
A writer in the Democrat mocks improper register habits in hotels. He argues married couples should sign as husband and wife, while those with mistresses or wives of others should add "and Lady" to conceal scandal, urging men to preserve conventional names on the hotel books.
A fire at about two o clock this afternoon destroyed the frame stables of D Bywater and W Williams on the 17th Ward. Dense smoke drew a crowd as a bucket brigade and later the fire brigade contained the blaze. A four year old boy started the fire with matches. a pig inside the stables was rescued. Estimated loss around $500.
Mrs Wins Driver and her young son arrived in New York in good health after a planned ocean voyage. They are now preparing to continue their journey by steamship to Eugene, following an eventful but safe crossing.
The Supreme Court met at 10 o'clock with Chief Justice Hunter and Associate Justice Emerson present. Debate centered on writs of certiorari and the court's jurisdiction, involving Judge Bennett, Judge McBride, Judge Harkness, and Judge Jagan, with adjournment until tomorrow at 2 to tender a decision.
City committees on water supply and public works surveyed Taylor's Canyon to assess piping water to Orden. They selected a route and location for a reservoir with a minute survey expected soon, after which laying of pipes would begin. The Ogden City Council, noted for enterprise, pledges progress toward this long-desired project for the growing town.
An incident in the lane ends in a fight when one man accuses another of misconduct. The assaulted man retaliates, resulting in a dislocated ankle. Bystanders seek a doctor, but the assailant declares he is sufficient, then helps the injured man and keeps watch all night. The wounded man is reported to recover.
Richarda PLM GC Richards and Ian Blade Ess arrived at Sola Springs last evening with plans to stay a week or ten days. The group is set for a pleasant stay at Fe Te Hl and hopes for a memorable race, with best wishes for a successful event.
Fragmentary lines describe a morning incident at the Weber mills bridge where a leg was injured and a near collapse. The speaker warns that someone may owe compensation for a loss that could have been avoided.
Yesterday morning reliable parties hoped to start a large scale business here if they could secure a Main street owner to build a store of required size for rent under specified terms. A Main street owner agreed to erect the building and, if a bargain closed, would begin work on a new two story brick store soon. Negotiations continued last night and progress toward adding another attractive edifice to town was anticipated.
Ogden Utah aims to win Eastern Nevada and southwestern Idaho trade as a wholesale goods flow moves from Ogden to Silver City Idaho. Nevada merchants prefer San Francisco for wholesale interior goods, despite Ogden's proximity and a recent depot shipment.
On a P train from Kelton eight to ten tramps boarded a box car. One tramp refused a brakesman order, boarded a rear car, and drew a pistol at Alex Budge. The pistol misfired as Budge hid. The gang was later allowed to Ogden. the offender was detained and bound over to district court after a hearing.
At a meeting of the Driving Park Association directors several contracts were let. Jas E Foote to supply 300 red pine posts at 20 cents each with daily deliveries. Joshua Williams to furnish 50 000 feet of timber at 20 per 1000, reduced to about 19 with his share. E Steele to build the fence at 99 cents per pole, complete in 25 days with 360 bond. bonds and assurances noted.
Yesterday Mr Geo Brown found rocks on the floor and broken panes of colored glass at the Episcopal church window. The damage is blamed on the so called flippers of young scamps. The Ripper business is said to be a serious nuisance and should be hunted vigorously.
In the case from Lake Aug with executors in care, the writ of certiorari was granted without stay of proceedings and the court adjourned until Friday as Boyeman was absent. Proceedings indicate those held in jail.
Last evening a tea drove up to the depot from Salt Lake with four in the wagon. One man, dubbed Sir Boozy Tanzle-foot, seemed to need restraint as the horse reared. A tipsy passenger tried to address the horse with a noble hat gesture, only to be tossed aside by the startled animal. The horse behaved nobly despite the drunkenness nearby.
A terse remark condemns frequent revisions in the Lftrait editions, arguing constant edits spoil the reader’s interest and effort in perusing the publication. The writer from Lerald notes the annoyance of revising content, emphasizing detriment to engagement.
Fire at the Catholic Church on Fifth Street yesterday morning started in the vestry used by Father Smith as a sleeping room. Firefighters, aided by volunteers, halted the blaze quickly, but damage ran to about 100 dollars with suspicions of arson due to an open coal-oil room door.
The body of Valentine Faubel, about eight years a Salt Lake City resident and local butcher, was found on Third South Street between East and West Temple early Sunday. A nickel plated pistol and other items were found with him. An inquest heard testimony suggesting apoplexy or brain disease, with the jury verdict placing death on the south side of Third South Street between 11 p.m. and 3 a.m. Sunday night to Monday morning.
A fire was found yesterday under the west side platform of the Union Depot Motel city. A cigar stump discarded by a careless individual ignited under the walk as rubbish accumulated there. Ai M Beardsley and others tipped a plank and helped extinguish the blaze.
We extend our congratulation to W. D. Van Dyke and his partner on the birth of a fine boy. The parents are joyful and hope the young gentleman brings beauty and lasting joy to father and mother.
An item notes that on Saturday last the Western Assurance Co through its agents J EB Dooley Co paid nine hundred dollars for losses by fire that occurred July 22. The piece emphasizes the benefits of insuring in an honorable company.
A man named Shell, 22, aboard a freight train near Corinne on the Utah line, was struck and his left arm crushed in three places by a car. The limb was amputated at the shoulder after a rapid trip to Orden. George W. Wilson, a Philadelphia traveler, aided the injured man as railroad authorities provided care.
In police court Justice Middleton dealt with two youths C Westley and Frank Bowman for minor disturbances. Each was fined 3 plus costs or face a day in City Jail per dollar assessed. Another man Thomas Smyth, accused of disturbing the peace after depot incident, faced a 5 fine and costs.
In Ogden precinct a Justice Middleton court held Wim Amedon and Chas Mervine alias Chas Hoag for disturbing the peace. The watermaster’s irrigation dispute led to threats of killing and violence. His Honor assessed 13 dollars to Amedon and 10 dollars to Mervine plus costs, to be divided between the two.
Local report notes Mr F J Kiesel was thrown from a buggy in a bogey accident with Mr Phelan of Oxford. Kiesel suffered a severe head injury and lay in a comatose state Sunday night but had shown signs of recovery by Monday. Phelan escaped with minor injuries.
Information is sought about John William Wheadon who emigrated from Broadwinsor Co Dorset England on June 15 1878 crossing the Atlantic. He was heard to be in Kanosh Millard County Utah and may be connected to John Wherdon of Iferriman Salt Lake County.
The writer surveys Manhattan Beach Brighton Beach West Brighton Beach and Norton’s Point near Long Branch detailing opulent hotels the Aquarium the Observatory a vast oceanfront traffic and rising seaside attractions. He notes electric lights balloon trips a future park and growing resort economy as city dwellers flee the heat for the shore. August 15 1879 New York.
Good Drag Store Nefers Driver and Son will operate their own line during Mr Win's absence. Driver in England runs the business with George and Mr Win Terry directing from Ogden. A substantial Ogden firm, they cater to pure drugs wines and liquors urging customers to visit Main Street for satisfaction.
Advertising copy extols Lostetter's Stomach Hitters as a reliable remedy for bowel disorders. It claims to cure constipation and irregular intestines without griping, improving digestion and mucous membrane health, and even aiding appetite and sleep.
Public notice records a brief item concerning W. D. Van Dykes and his family. The fragment mentions a wife, a son named Saul, and a city context, with unclear details of the action or date.
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