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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1879
Page
2
Lawrans and undertakers grow rich in Badle while miners starve, highlighting stark local inequality as the town faces economic strain on December 10, 1879.
A movement proposes annexing southern Wyoming to Colorado amid claims the region would gain benefits from union alignment. Supporters argue economic and political incentives justify redrawing state boundaries.
A historical report notes Thomas A. Edison's success in perfecting the electric light using a method involving the carbon filament and his simultaneous breakthrough with the phonograph. The article positions these innovations as parallel milestones in electrical science and audio recording.
Analysis suggests a change in sentiment within the party if the stalwarts nominate Grant. The warning notes that a Grant nomination would trigger a significant political shift and alter expectations ahead of the next campaign.
Four national railroads vie for access to Black Hills water routes. The parties named include the Oaisha Niobrara Black Mills Northern Pacific Chicago and North Western and Union Pacific. The Northwestern is reported to hold the strongest boat prospects at present.
Government orders an expedition from Senegal to explore the Niger and Senegal rivers region in West Africa. The mission aims to assess feasibility of a railroad across the area and determine routes between the two rivers.
Remox reports Marl Cairns may resign as English Chancellor of the Exchequer with a pension of 925000 a year for ex-chancellors, suggesting if Disraeli resigns the premiership Cairns would be called to fill the post.
Eleven contested seat cases will be reviewed at the next session of Congress as the House decides seating representatives. Districts currently unrepresented until action are Sixth Massachusetts, Twentieth Pennsylvania, First North Carolina, Second North Carolina, Second South Carolina, Fourth Alabama, Third Louisiana, Third Minnesota, Second Arkansas and First Oregon.
Seenveraky MecCrany recommends punishing army officers for gambling. Report says a border cavalry captain won all money from twelve men and two officers just paid off, then a professional gambler took the captain’s earnings within two days, yet gambling persists.
Bogardus accepts Feardsly’s challenge for a June or July shoot with five matches at $2,000 a side. Each match would involve 100 birds being shot from thirty yards under London Gun Club rules. The three contenders Fouspote Deardsly and Carver hesitate, turning the affair into talk rather than action.
A letter from last year argued for cutting postage from three to two cents. Officials warned of revenue ruin, but England’s experience shows revenue rise with lower rates. If postal cards can be issued cheaply, letter rates could drop by a cent. Postal cards weigh as much as letters and reduced rates in 1583 boosted revenue despite longer routes.
The report says Mukhtar Faha, former Turkish Asia commander, survived the Gusinge massacre. Gusinge reportedly ceded to Montenegro by the Ferlin treaty amid local protests. References claim albanian forces killed Turkish generals, with mentions of Pasha sine and Suleiman Farha, but details are disputed and unsettled.
A scattered colonial era-voice column discusses rising crimes in frontier towns, lynching anxieties, and the call for vigilant action. It references a Texas dispatch on a dance dispute and outlines public reaction to crime and punishment in the West. It also shifts to agricultural topics, highlighting sorghum sugar as a promising crop and urging local adoption to boost regional prosperity.
A garbled account portrays Dick McCormick’s rise in Arizona politics after a failed governor run. It alleges he aligned with anti-populist factions, faced accusations from rival journals, and returned from Paris amid fresh allegations jeopardizing his standing with the public.
By November New York had welcomed 1 162 715 emigrants and gained 13 046 more during the event, reflecting a large migration flow tied to the ongoing activity.
In a District of Columbia Supreme Court case the lottery managers seek an injunction to block the Postmaster General from prohibiting mail use by the lottery dealer. The Postmaster General did not appear and doubts about judgment validity linger as the suit continues.
Speedy positive remedy for catarrh diphtheria canker mouth and headache. Nasal injector free with each bottle. Sold by J Wr McNutt & Co and D C Ormsby Logan Utah. October 21.
A man once linked to a Walker House scrape sold jewelry claimed by the deceased Lou Wallace’s sister and fled at dawn. He loaded goods into a dray destined for Crane's second hand store, then headed toward Ogden aboard the morning train. Marshal Brown and federal authorities pursue.
Heavy northwest wind and snow alarm. Salt Lake County court handles land office business for mine incorporations on the Utah Southern. East Park Silver Mining Company articles filed with county clerk. Names listed include C Chambera George A Hlack Joseals Gorliveknod and several others from Salt Lake and neighboring counties.
New toll wagon road and rail plan connects Utah and Northern premises to Wood River and Salmon River mining districts. The line would run from near the Emigrant Road to the Wood River mines, pass the Sawtooth area, Yankee Fork and Bonanza, with a 100 mile Blackfoot to Wood River rail segment. The route touts easy grades, open meadows, timber, and milling potential.
A semi weekly form slipped from a presaman’s hands and fell to the first floor causing a dramatic ruin of print. The wreck damaged several columns of small type and many advertisements, inflicting about 100 dollars in losses plus delivery delays. No injuries occurred to carriers or staff in the press room.
Judge Williams of Richard Williams firm attends Malad Idaho for Moroni Hicks murder case. Judge Ifighee of Ogden prosecutes. Testimony began Tuesday with defense claiming Hicks acted to save his life. verdict returned Thursday noon finding murder in the second degree after deliberations from Wednesday evening.
Reports say local figure Aral George IGM of Ogden faced a quarrel with an individual named Liko on Wednesday. A weapon discharged, injuring Liko. details on shooter Thamanes remain unclear as authorities pursue initial inquiries.
Superintendent George W Thatcher and Utah Northern dispatcher Mr Swan visited Oxford last week to select a depot site. After survey, the natural location is east of Oxford to serve Gentile Valley Soda Springs Oxford and Clifton, with track and buildings to begin soon.
The track was heavy but races went on as announced. Gray Eagle beat Baby by about two lengths after sixty feet head start, while Little Buttercup nearly distanced its rival in the second race. A large crowd attended with much betting, and the writer notes they did not win since they did not bet.
The Library of Universal Knowledge in 20 volumes, nearly 1,000 pages each, bound and offered at 10 dollars for the set or 50 cents per volume. Edinburg London edition reprint with additions for American readers. Volume one ready in September with rapid follow ups. Special early subscriber and club inducements. Publisher listings include Chambers and Smith references. American Book Exchange, 45 Reckman St, N Y.
In a garbled postal tale a wrapper from The Standard is mentioned as sent via Junction, Oregon, with notes of delays and the paper's elusive status in postal circles. The fragment hints at Portlinit and Maltad prompts, reflecting a restless press scene.
Prisoners arrested with a complete outfit including needle guns four large calibre and four revolvers. Baggage at Roberts ranch yielded engraving tools and many theft items from the Leader and driver station. Circumstances strongly indicate they are the stage robbery parties.
Fragmentary verse predicts a harsh winter following a mild summer with droughts and boasted fertility. It links the year’s luck to the day of Xmas if on Thursday and warns thieves will be punished while illness passes quickly.
Major Stanton long time Paymaster U S Army at Camp Douglas has been transferred to Orcada and will make that point his headquarters. He arrived from Salt Lake City last night and bade farewell to Ogden friends. His promotion is well earned and his many war friends regret his move. He is praised for leadership, character and military skill.
Taylor of Bing ham was fined 00 and costs after a quick jury verdict of guilty in the notorious proposition case. The report also notes a Thursday dispatch from Park City about Joe Snyder of that town killing Davie of Midway in a Creek quarrel near Strawberry Valley. Meanwhile the Utah Central Railroad Company begins serious preliminary ironwork for a planned, fine post structure intended to mark progress in its expanding operations.
C HL Y Agramonte is found guilty of obtaining money under false pretenses and is fined £200 with imprisonment to follow. Moore's £10,000 damages suit against Sheriff Turner is continued after a hung jury. In Salt Lake, Melvin Reed, Green and Cham, convicted of cattle or horse theft, receive multi year terms. Judge Emerson adjourns court to send cases to Ogden for the Third District Court session starting Monday.
A questionable report notes Elder FE Brand of the Josaphs ite branch of the Latter-day church spoke Friday night at Yoda Springs against polygamy. Joe Rich attended to respond but offered little argument. The piece welcomes Josephites to Idaho and urges exposure of polygamy views.
From Nee D. C. Calder a popular saugie dealer in Balt Lake arrives a selection of new mandrill items including Turkiel Patral and Pearly Dow Drop. Calder advertises Crimson Clushes and Wayea as the latest matriamental products for the season.
A dubious report claims Jedi Snyder killed a man near Currant Creek in Siraberry Valley. The article notes uncertainty, describes the alleged events at Milway, and mentions a court discussion led by Judge Hunter about land rights and government grants affecting Utah lands and the Up Central company.
Correction notice states that on Saturday December 20th young ladies will present an entertainment under Prof L F Stonch with Mrs Nancy Will Mrs Emily Richards Mrs KR B Watson and Mrs Rubhinds Monch directing ward groups. It promises a pleasing program for the public.
A large force of workmen toiled yesterday on the main and side tracks of the Central Pacific just north of the depot. They laid new ties where needed, added ballast, and braced up the track, presenting a busy sight the journal notes with interest for continued work.
Mr D Q Calder a Salt Lake City music dealer visited Ogden. Jobin Foster Jr of Hop Bitters Co Rochester N Y called. Samuel P Warden returned to Ogden from Camna Creek after months away. J M Haworth Indian agent Fort Hall Idaho arrived at Union Depot Hotel Thursday.
A Beaver Watchman report notes a three week pursuit to Pioche for cattle thieves. Ed Clark Ed Dalton Joseph Dalton and William Lester found about 30 Iron County cattle in a Pioche corral with one thief seized. Three head were killed before owners arrived. The raid is linked to George Warren once prominent in Iron County cattle thefts and now facing indictments in District Court.
The Reno Journal notes A. Towne and C. P. officials toured the line and decided to move Wadsworth and Carlin shops to Humboldt to sit between Sacramento and Ogden. Truckee will keep repair facilities. Humboldt, ten miles away, is favored despite lacking Rye Patch’s natural advantages.
The Third District Court met in Ogden at 10 a.m. yesterday and continued over three hundred cases. Equity actions were postponed unless parties opted for trial and law issues await a jury panel. The Hatch versus U F R B case ruled for the defendants amid adjournment.
A fragment from a local page notes a missing umbrella tied to a person of questionable character. The item was lent with expectation of return but remains unsettled, raising questions about ownership and responsibility.
A terse obituary note from Het A. P. Rockwood’s household reports the death of a related married woman, Andrea Peterson, with limited details and unclear relation to Bro. Rockwood. The message provides no clear date or full names.
Fragmentary report notes heavy snow in Beaver County affecting mills at Betwan Canyon and delaying court activity. The district’s Waterrat rain peek and local church construction are mentioned amid weather disruptions as snowpack deepens and thaws unevenly.
Fragmented obituaries and notices list death by typhoid fever and other causes, with emigration details from Ogden to Salt Lake City and Salt Lake Valley in the 1840s. Dates reference 1843 fall, spring 1, and December funeral arrangements, with named individuals and locations such as Wallingford New Haven Connell Fa fowa Fort Ward School Kaysville Harriss Seacore Seager and George bench.
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