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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1880
Page
2
A notice from Ogden Utah dated August 21 1880 indicates the publication as Second Class Matter at Ogden City UT. The entry details postal handling at the Pass OMtea and related matter.
A list names agents authorized to receive money and issue receipts for the weekly function. The individuals include Edwin Rich in Fortan City Jas Simon Coalville W M Webeler Idaho Edin Smith Richmond Cache Co Jan Sharpyee Logan OC GC Shaw Paul Cardon Logan Jos Howell Brizham City We N Thomas Laradise W Horsley Brizham City James England General Collector.
The text likens the French cenato to a double six in dominoes to convey collective anxiety to remove it quickly and decisively.
The Chronicle identifies three Constantinople natives as George Leonidas Manuel Leonidas and Peter D All ambi who are now naturalized Americans. The reporter notes they are Republicans and Garfield Arthur partisans, reflecting Turkish immigrant sentiment of the era.
The latest project uses specially built balloons to reach the North Tale. Three air vessels were inflated at the Alexandra Palace in London and the experiment proved successful. The craft offer warmth and scientific equipment, but the venture evokes Jules Verne style dangers and fears of a voyage from which no traveler returns.
Tyowas Nast of Larper's Weekly recalled by the New York World a March 15 1878 double page cartoon depicting Gen Garfield and other Credit Mobilier figures under a placard calling them disgraced for owning Credit Mobilier stock and for fraud, debt and evasion. G W Curtis, editor of H 1, reportedly faced embarrassment over the depiction.
A Philadelphia Press table summarizes how each state cast votes in presidential elections since the nation’s founding, listing state totals for many early contests and noting the table excludes the 1788 1792 and 1796 elections.
A summary of presidential fortunes shows Adams and Madison left sizable estates while Jefferson and Monroe faced poverty later. others like Polk, Tyler, Filmore, Pierce, Buchanan, Lincoln and Johnson accumulated varying sums. Several presidents benefited from marriages or salary timing to boost wealth, with totals ranging from tens of thousands to hundreds of thousands of dollars.
The Inter Ocean retells a tale about Winfield Scott Noberis’s supposed lineage tracing to a Montgomery County PA farmer and a housekeeper. The account mocks popular belief among Republicans about a presidential nominee’s heritage, and notes the farmer’s wife and housekeeper in a colorful, rumor-filled narrative.
The Ames brothers publish a long three column defense of their father, detailing the Credit Mobilier scheme tied to Union Pacific railroad financing. The piece traces the origin of Credit Mobilier, its formation from a renamed Pennsylvania Fish Agency, and Oakes Ames role in contracts, stock transfers, and congressional influence amid 1860s reform backlash.
The passage notes tarnished reputation of Gen Warfield and questions Ames guilt in subsidizing a private institution. It casts doubt on his honesty, comparing it to Mark Anthony’s sarcasm about Brutus.
A correspondent recalls a Brisbane murderer Mc Ginnis who refused food for the same length of time. After forty days the prisoner was weakened, then treated in hospital and later hanged. The writer notes the Melbourne doctor’s feat as trivial beside this Australian ordeal.
Spelling reformers in England report forty six active groups with leading scholars backing reform. A recent London meeting reviewed and classified proposed systems for new spellings. The association has started a journal in July to publish schemes for approval.
The article explains oleomargarine as a dairy substitute made from animal fat and water with coloring, describing its production and cheaper price. It argues labeling is needed to prevent misleading customers who might be sold fake butter.
J T L Cresseras in Salt Lake City was sentenced by Judge Freelon in San Francisco to years imprisonment for perjury in the Chas De Young assassination case involving the junior Kalloch. He avoided punishment for fines but was finally captured by justice.
Agtistic snoatixa was dose in the resent American Irish rifle match at 80 yards, Dollymount. The published diagram of the target after the contest shows that Capt Fenton’s carton forms a three sheaved aamrock while De Beck’s exhibit features the “Stare” and viewed vertically the “Stripes.”
Local item recounts a Salt Lake incident where a courteous street car conductor faced repeated delays and harassment from passengers. A gentlemanly driver refused to wait for a shopping run, drawing threats of complaints as passengers pressed for special favors during busy downtown service.
A Salt Lake Florakd correspondent from Blennernannont 2 at Boati S F notes mail to Oneida Soda Springs is delayed by being sent past Ogden and arrives three to four days late. He recalls a letter posted at Oneida last Wednesday that reached Soda Springs on time due to a short note on the envelope and mocks the writer of the denial.
The writer questions whether the mail agent will handle letters at Oxford instead of Ogden to avoid delay. A reply from the agent or another party, quoting You lie I never done it W Young, suggests denial and rising tension over continued dispatch lapses and potential trouble.
In Justice Middleton's court yesterday Mop Pender was fined 3l0 for assault and ejecting a woman from his home. Today the People re. E. P. Brown on child assault ending with a guilty verdict and mercy recommendation. a $5 fine and costs were imposed after debate on arrest of judgment.
In Salt Lake City we meet If BE Stockwell Esq a journalist and correspondent for major Boston and Philadelphia papers He recently left for San Francisco after a few days in Utah expressing pleasure at finding fine cities here The writer wishes him a pleasant trip and hopes to meet again
An OCR fragment notes an incident involving fare and alcohol at a location identified as Next byt. The entry records a transit or public venue context with unclear specifics and dates. Further details are unreadable in the fragment.
A Salt Lake Herald correspondent reports miner John Day suffered severe facial and eye burns in a powder blast at the Lucky Boy Tunnel Black Jack Gulch. Day lit a fuse waited then relit it as the explosion occurred, badly injuring his face. He was treated by Dr O C Durral and sent to St Marys hospital on Monday evening.
Local accounts described a severe Saturday storm in Ogden with a scaffold incident. The Herald's claim of a boy killed by a falling scaffold is believed erroneous, tied to an earlier Palmerville accident involving Julian Flygare, with no confirmed fatality from the scaffold collapse.
Ogdenites reported a sharp rain storm on Saturday night while Salt Lake and nearby towns received none. The piece notes Ogden was uniquely blessed with the weather, a curious contrast to surrounding areas.
The case of the People versus Gilbert Belnap of Hooperville for assault and battery, brought before Commissioner Felsham yesterday, was dismissed.
A Wednesday daily notes the mining sector’s fragile state and proposes a plan where capitalists lend 3000 toward developing poor miners claims. If successful, investors gain, while unused funds are not demanded. the writer argues city-wide benefit and risk reduction.
The undersigned parents of Julian Flygare express heartfelt thanks to the many kind friends who offered help and consolation after his death last Saturday evening. May blessings be upon the good Samaritans and their families from N. C. Fuycans and Mary Foyorar. Ocnsx, Aug. 18, 1880.
The People v Ah Yang for alleged opium embezzlement totaling 180 dollars was called before Justice Middleton. Prosecution witness Lip Can testified as preliminaries adjourned and trial set for tomorrow with Fue Williams for the People and P J Barratt for the defense.
Bidders seek a cheap home as the Old Second Ward schoolhouse goes to the highest cash bidder next Monday August 2 1950. Sale will be in front of the building on Young street between Fifth and Sixth, with a lively bidding expected. See advertisement elsewhere.
The article notes that Judge H A Thomas has been confined to his home for two to three days with a severe attack of bilious fever. It expresses well wishes from friends for his speedy return to duty.
Buffalo Fitts Threshers celebrated a formal event at the Bain Wagon Depot with attendance from Ogden and Salt Lake figures. Guanes, Fines & Hour were among the named participants in this social gathering.
Ogden reporters note rapid completion of several brick residences on Third Street and adjacent blocks. Developers include Dr. FP L Anderson John Leek and J N Kimball, with Richter Fry brewery nearing finish and asphalt flooring laid. Real estate activity climbs as Kuhn Bros sell land for future business structures north of the Co op building and demand for housing and stores outstrips supply.
Prof George Careless longtime Salt Lake Tabernacle choir leader resigns his post to President A M Cannon. He thanks supporters, denies dismissal rumors, and wishes friends continued success in music. The notice emphasizes rest and enduring friendship.
A fragmentary OCR reads as a record of passengers from Fonrvats flight being retrieved this morning. The readable text is sparse and lacks clear names or details but indicates a recovered passenger list or count.
United States Marshal Shaughnessy and Mike Codey confronted R C Chambers at the Ontario Silver Mining Company office over a conflicting Big Cottonwood claim. Shaughnessy warned of fatal consequences, drew and dropped his pistol, and struck Chambers, who warded off the blow as tensions escalated.
A farmer reports about 30 dollars of damage from stray cattle southwest of town. The note cites Utah law on trespass by animals, appraisal procedures, penalties, and poundkeeper duties, urging owners to prevent livestock from roaming and to follow the legal process for damages.
Letters from George Bridgment of Muck Shar bourn near Basingstoke England request help for two of his sons moving to Utah. He notes hard times and promises repayment or work in return. Names listed include George Shealry Thomas Richards Tram Richards Daniel Loyd John Spackman William Saxith Jane Sorith Walter tassel dames Smut Rab wares and brothers Wilthan from Burbage.
The Celestial case charged with embezzlement came before Justice Midd Istan. An agreement brokered by five influential Chinamen from Byvanston and Salt Lake led to the court paying costs and the prisoner being discharged.
The issue highlights Daniel Tyler's Temples with an illustration, Joseph Smith biography, letters to boys and girls, and pieces by J A Little and W C Trejo. It surveys correspondence, editorial thought, and writings on Prejudice Against the Mormon, Language of the Nephites, and a trip from Mexico to Arizona.
All interested in Sunday schools are invited to a county jubilee in Huntayin on Saturday August 98. A very attractive programme is offered and superintendents and teachers are especially requested to attend.
Rich and Co announces a new delivery concept. The firm will hire a delivery man to collect and return bail and handle orders, delivering goods around the city. The plan aims to streamline trips, reduce friction for customers, and expand rapidly as the business grows.
The notice reports a forthcoming stage performance Waiting for the Verdict in Provo, a Park City waterworks project overseen by Stn. Jos. A. West, E W Tortpee's Utah magazine release, and plans for major road and railroad advertising and construction from Echo to Park City and Utah Southern. The Lutquirer cites a gorge road decision and a new four story building site at Main and Fourth.
Acknowledges comforting sympathy received after a death. Thanks go to brethren for consoling words and funeral services, Ogden Brass Band, Fearh Ward Band, Church Chair, Ogden Mannerchot, and others for aid and respect shown. Wishes God’s blessing on those who offered friendship and kindness. Dated Aug 10, 1850, from Tre Borenda with Ospex.
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