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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1881
Page
2
Saturday February 5 1851 notice states the paper may be found on file at Geo P use Wilson and Oa's Newspaper Art Pettis rig Muda provides types as hepenelvert fly weatrewing the whirtee NER YORK circulated at the Post Office in Aden City second class matter in transit
List of names and areas shows individuals appointed as agents to collect money and receipts for the same. The notice names James England as General Collector and includes locations such as Morgan City, Summit, Tyabo, Evanston, Franklly, Cache County, and Brigham City with multiple associates.
A Newask Ohio man was arrested after he attempted to insert a tack through his child's tongue, triggering police intervention and an investigation into the incident.
Stowe plantation in Florida suffers 100 020 orange losses due to frost. Garden owner Hawater reports fruit damage on her citrus holdings, highlighting severe weather impact on harvest.
Tner Uxerco asserts that government spending on passions exceeds expenditures of all other nations combined, highlighting a claim of outsized public funding in cultural or personal interests.
A rumor from an unnamed source claims a strong odor linked to a person or item called Lottie during night House sessions. The report lacks verified details and names, but notes the scent prompted discussion among attendees.
A citation announces a farmers convention at Wear Liberty Iowa Tech 1d add 17 to form a state farmers alliance. The notice calls for farmers to gather and discuss establishment of a statewide agricultural alliance and cooperative actions.
Census hints that women own about seventy tones million dollars of United States bonds. If the unmarried share could be isolated the data would have practical value for understanding female investment patterns.
The piece notes Sparks gains influence as Congress members avoid direct opposition for a month, keeping a low profile while strategizing. The scene suggests a temporary easing of tensions within the party as Sparks asserts leadership without provoking open conflict.
The text notes The Inter Ocean now draws its news from the capital by a line for a special purpose, as observed by the Kansas City Journal. The comment frames this change as a notable shift in reporting source.
A curious incident in Lowell involved a physician who borrowed an advertisement pamphlet and discovered a $1,030 bond tucked inside, placed there for safekeeping and forgotten. The finder returned the bond to the owner per local custom.
A fragmentary notice indicates a Lansing gathering on Thursday to nominate candidates for the Michigan Supreme Court and the state university board. The brief item names Republicans as organizers and cites ongoing efforts to fill high state offices.
A heated man with a valise asks for the fastest route to a car as a boy shouts Ran. The pursuer seems satisfied for any near miss, offering a reward if he can get close to the boy.
A fragment recalls a county revival led by a preacher who urged brethren and sisters to endure the final meetings. He joked about managing a herd and corn for his horse while blessing the audience.
Sernikaa Raenxnati lives in a modest Lizen story brick home on Capitol in Washington valued under $10 000 including furniture. The Speaker shows no desire for display even if able to afford it. Ilia, his wife, dislikes society and so does the Speaker.
A critique notes Surty Joe Muthooly as author of a new work issued by G W Carleton & Co Norw York. The piece, though unsigned, is praised as a sharp political satire on city governance and municipal boss systems. It compares to Judge Toarges's Fool's Errand and urges broad readership in major cities.
John G. Cutler, Agent Provo Mills, Salt Lake City offers white blankets, dress flannels, cassimeres, yarns, shawls, and various woolen goods wholesale and retail from the Old Constitution Building.
Notice declares the annual meeting of the North Ogden Irrigation Company will be held at Worth Ogden on Monday in February at 1 o’clock for the election of officers for the ensuing year and for the transaction of other business as may come before the meeting. Directors: Suont, Probst, Duciany, Beasarr, See’y.
The piece argues Chilean victories at Chorillos and Miraflores led to the capture of Peru’s capital and the collapse of Peruvian resistance. It contrasts Chilean progress with Peruvian decline, citing debt, governance, and neglect of agriculture as causes. It notes Vierolt’s escape and predicts Peruvian downfall if war continues.
A collection of light anecdotes about polite children, small business plans, student rankings, a wagon hoist, a telegraph driven exchange, and a mirror fright. The playful piece ends with a quip about public speakers fearing printed reflections and jokes about donkeys.
A Utah educator argues playground morals require equal emphasis with classroom instruction. He urges vigilant supervision, curb of vulgar conduct, and moral discipline to prevent vandalism, unsafe games, and corrupting influences on students.
Last evening in Salt Lake City a man attempted to rob Lafayette Farr on Main Street. Farr wrestled the revolver from the assailant and was grazed, with minor leg injury. the attacker escaped. Also covered: court and political notes, railway bill progress, and a note on Utah marble discoveries.
Returned last evening John Gibson of North Ogden and Henry Bartholemew of Slaterville arrived by the U S R R from the Southern states where they have labored on missions for nearly two years. The Lidera youth look hale and hearty and their southern sojourn did not lessen their love for their Rocky Mountain home. Also welcomed Mr S C Stephens of Garden City who returned from his Southern mission. He is hale and hearty and enjoys the fruits of his labors.
The Ogden Brass Band plans a Valentine’s Day dance on February 14 with LA. C. Wardleigh acting as Cupid’s postmaster. The event promises a lively Terpsichorean evening for Ogden residents and visitors looking to enjoy a bright social occasion.
Mr J Manning a Salt Lake City real estate agent and trunk maker visited the town yesterday, impressed by steady growth and permanent developments. He plans to open a trunk business branch in Ogden after meeting with prominent local merchants.
The Fourth Ward youths have staged three successful performances for Ogden audiences and are currently studying a new piece to present soon. Their growing acclaim promises another addition to their theatrical laurels.
scattered notes from Utah papers report a diphtheritic death in South Jordan. conference attendees in Tooele. local business moves at Leamington and Milford. staff changes at the Milford Sentinel. readers urged about a wild column in the Salt Lake Tribune. and a round of political and social notes including an expected return trip of General N B Clawson and wife.
The Park Mining Record reports January 29 notes. Utah Eastern engines jumped the track near Atkinson injuring one crewman lightly. A snowshed between Atkinson and Kimball’s is completed at 700 feet, the snow risk remains high. Coal traffic rises with 25–30 tons daily to Salt Lake from Kimball’s, price spreads 4 to 7.5 cents. U E trains expected on schedule. five new cars bring total to 29. Echo Park City Railroad freight and passenger business grows. depot nearly finished and U E to extend toward town edge.
Two young men fought in McCarty and Minter’s saloon on Main Street when Geo Nicholas bit off the left ear of David Thomas. Thomas was taken to Wade’s drugstore for examination by Dr. John Driver who said the ear could not be replaced. Nicholas was jailed with $300 bond before Justice Middleton. he left for Salt Lake City seeking surgical aid.
Reports describe Mt Pleasant as troubled by desperadoes with peaceable citizens forming protection bands. Farmers enjoy excellent ground for plowing as warm weather resumes activity. A local foundry employee carried a sack of flour ten blocks home on his head as a wager.
Prost and Taylor announce the Quarterly Conference of the Bear Lake Stake will be postponed from February 12 and 13 to Saturday February 27 and Sunday February 27.
The Utah and Northern line suffered a serious break near Rose Fork, not a washout. A 600 foot section of unpacked grade settled during heavy snows and thaws, making passage unsafe. Repairs delayed the Ogden-bound train by over 24 hours. the first delayed train arrived yesterday morning over an hour late.
The Dark Mining Record notes Midway and Heber residents demand a railroad to exploit mine and marble quarry products. It cites wheat vegetables and live stock shipments as potential business and asks if Echo Park City line to Provo will be advanced this year.
The third issue will include a biographical sketch of President John Taylor with portrait and the history of Z. C. M. It features a steel plate of the ten directors at $600 and reviser form historical sketches on Zacrezia Borgia and Temple Ruins of Tiahuanaco from a year ago.
Local note from Ogden City urging action on Main Street sidewalks southeast from Sixth Street. Pedestrians must climb fences to avoid mud. residents along the line should be compelled to repair. Feb. 2, 1881.
Police court quiet. VALENTINE comes on apace. City elections on the 14th. Where is the electric light. Salt Lake City had 40 deaths in January. Kaxas Summit Co. has a dramatic association. Montrriizr Bear Lake Co. tested with diphtheria. An experienced bookkeeper seeks employment for the free time. Park Misting Record finished volume I. Park City brass band rehearses under Prof. Croft. Masquerade ball planned in Salt Lake City for Feb 22. Fort Douglas death report. Schools reported overflowing. Woodmansee theatre transformed into a store for H. M. Bond & Co. Light, more light. January mean temp 22.1, highs 51, lows 2. Guthrie building nearing completion. Prof Proctor lectures in Salt Lake City. I N Goowaty comments on winter. Gorpuera improving health. Orchestral Society planning public performance. Snow slides near Park City delay teams. one rider unhurt. George Berrett drives 200 head toward San Francisco. Would like similar updates from Territory.
Mount Pleasant police recently detained a drunken man for contempt and imprisonment, while a rash of gunfire and threats followed at L F Pinelett’s store. A man named Pantebert faced charges and bail set at 500, as crews seek counsel and protection. Citizens form a safety committee to aid authorities amid rising insecurity and alleged anti Mormon sentiment.
Judge T. B. Andersson of Idaho addressed the New York Bullion Club on Idaho mining prospects. He claimed vast untapped resources, with richest gold in the west and silver in the east, noting a 260 mile belt from southern Idaho into Montana and beyond. Transportation and capital shortages he cited as the main obstacles to rapid development.
Wright Huntington announces the Buckingham Mazeppa Party troupe in town. Reports claim the Salt Lake press extols a grand ovation with standing room after the first act and over 200 seats sold for tonight. The company plans an elaborate production with carpentry costing nearly fifty dollars. Miss Buckingham leads a widely endorsed cast with reserved seats at McNutt's drug store.
Robert Gale of Uintah Weber county reports that a known party cut and destroyed three trees in Mr. O Neil s orchard last Friday night. A dog belonging to Mr. Wwaniron was killed the same night. Damages total 125 dollars, with a 60 dollar reward offered for information leading to the culprit. A local party is suspected and warned to avoid Uintah.
The article notes rising Jordan River water and a busy local scene with 460 scholars on Central School rolls and 240 students at Brigham Young Academy Provo. It mentions Proctor lectures in Salt Lake, Hootry's Minstrels in Salt Lake on the 10th to 12th, a $50,000 suit in Third District Court, and various local remarks about roads and visits.
A meeting of the stockholders and all interested will be held at the City Wall Orlen City on Tuesday next the 5th inst at 11 a.m. to read and act upon the articles of incorporation so that the business of incorporating can be accomplished. President and Secretary listed.
Courtesy copy of score and text for Gilbert and Sullivan Operetta The Pirates of Penzance received from Ar David Q Calder Salt Lake City. The article notes the composers and predicts the show will rival Pinafore and hopes local talent will stage it.
Patrons regret the departure of Afr. NcLaren Boyle from his clerk position at Mr. Calder’s sousie store. His efficiency aided the shop’s success and Calder looks to fill the role, while Boyle joins Boyle & Co., the established furniture firm, with public good wishes.
This afternoon at two o'clock the funeral of the little son of Mr. Wallace Foulger was held. The grieving parents deeply mourn the loss of their darling child.
An elegist assortment advertised at low prices is available at J. M. Wats erg's Bookstore on Fourth Street near the post office. The notice appears in an old newspaper item with street location and price emphasis.
Farmers, butchers and trappers are told to send hides, furs, pelts and wood to A Kuhn & Bro of Qaden to sell for cash. They claim to be Utah's oldest largest hide and fur dealers and own their shippers and exporters, boasting reliability and top cash prices.
Neury s7 Carholle Salves guarantee relief for cuts, ulcers, eczema, salt rheum, skin eruptions and chapped hands. The salve claims perfect satisfaction or money refunded. Caution against imitations and counterfeit products. Priced at 25 cents. January 1st.
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