Washington Birthday Remembered in Quiet Public Honor
The piece reflects on George Washington born in Westmoreland Virginia February 22 1739 and died December 17. It notes his role as first US president and father of the country, praises his height countenance and Farewell Address while contrasting modern politicians. It laments the jury and press coverage around Gen Burton and the Morris case with a cautious editorial stance.
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George Washington
Westmoreland County
Virginia
Unite States
America
Ifis
United States
Mount Vernon
Washington
Jusciies
Bishop
West
Burton
Morris
Legal expose to end Morrisito massacre campaign over Utah trial
The Salt Lake City trial of Gen. Burton is framed as a full public reckoning of the Morrisites conflict. Prosecution testimony is skewed against the defendant, while defense and impartial watchers await the forthcoming evidence and verdict.
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Burton
Salt Lake City
Utah
Ita
Towman
Twendge
Fan Bven
Witmesses
England's Troubled Position in South Africa and India
England faces a life or death Zululand war with the Zulus while Mandelay India risks rebellion and royal slaughter. Sir Garnet Wolseley warns of a wider clash as Britain must marshal troops and resources, fearing Czarian tensions and possible Indian uprisings. The ultimate British victory seems likely but costly.
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England
Garnet Wolrey
Zululand
Africa
Garnet Wolsely
Mandelay
India
Capetown
Shere Ali
Cetewayo
Cawnpore
Lucknow
Raysia
France Faces Restoration Debates on Citizenship
The text notes France dealing with restoration of rights for many individuals, weighing whether to keep them disenfranchised or grant full citizenship. it suggests the latter policy may prevail early on.
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France
Governor Injured in Fall Faces Amputation
The governor, recently thrown from a chaise, suffered injuries that required amputation of his leg. As Hampton is a Democrat, the Inter Ocean mocks the misfortune with biting Republican humor.
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Tun Inter Ocean
Wade Unampton
Hampton
I. 0
Berry Grates and Baskets in the Trey Years
Fragmented notice from an early edition references Berry Grates and Baskets in a trey years period with notes on rates, freight, and a defensive pamphlet. It preserves unclear names and local spellings, indicating a small trade or promotional item from New York.
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N.D
Bugpalg
N.Y
Devlal
Baby Birth Reflections On Parenthood And Joy
A column applauds new parenthood and the arrival of a baby. The writer muses on the universal importance of becoming a parent, praises the mother and father, and wishes prosperity and happiness for the trio now and forever.
Weather and social notes from Ogden in February 1879
The brief mentions improving sickness and good weather, a first rate dramatic show at Ogden theatre, and arrivals at Union Depot Motel. Social events include a Relief Society dance, patched Main Street sidewalks, and a Lance party from Salt Lake and Logan heading east with notable travelers.
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Ogden Theatre
Union Depot Motel
Remor
Main Street
Ogden
Roser
Ling
Balt Lake
Logan
John Sharp
William Jennings
Mesis Thatcher
Mosars
James II
Martineau
Lyman Martineau
Massguerade at Union Mall a Grand Calico Ball
The Union Mall event is praised as one of the finest affairs of the renon with a brilliant display of costumes. Attendees report careful preparation and skillful arrangement, noting the calico outfits as celebrated and appropriate for the occasion.
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Union Mall
Ogilen Branch Stocktaking Closure Notice
Ogilen Branch C Me 1 will be closed for stocktaking on 7 harmalay and Viday 27th and 28th Inst. Patrons please govern yourselves accordingly. RLS. Watnox Manager.
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Ogilen
C. Me
Harmalay and
Viday
Watnox
Burton Trial and Morrisite siege witness recaps
A witness recounts events from the Burton trial and the 1862 Morrisite camp clash. He describes formations near the fort, markers of line positions, and the departure from the field. He recalls the Morrisite surrender after three days of firing and the roles of Burton Stoddard and Morris.
Trial and Morrix affair fuel Morrisite rebellion debate
Coverage recounts the Morrisite uprising and the trial of Robert T. Burton for murder during the siege. It describes Deputy Marshals Turton and McKean enforcing a writ, Morris and followers resisting, a siege near three days, a woman killed, and questions about legality and bravery. It also lists Gilead city council appointments and officials.
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Eprroxa Junction
Robert T. Burton
Turton
Theodore McKean
United States
Judge Kinney
Third District Court
Territory
Morrix
Runaway Team Stopped by Quick Thinking Youth
Yesterday forenoon a runaway carriage with five Hitle girls sped along Fourth Street to Fifth and toward Tun vist. Frank Greenwell acted calmly and leapt onto the horses seizing the harness to slow the team. He brought the horses to a halt near the Catholic Church saving the children and their mother’s relief.
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Fourth
Franklin
Fifth
Tun Vist
Frank Greenwell
Sueh
Dudley Cave Case Moves to Grand Jury
Joseph Dudley was arraigned before Justice Middleton on the charge of killing Wadman. His counsel waived examination after the grand jury was alerted and an indictment found. He was then turned over to a deputy U S Marshal and taken to Sault Lake last evening.
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Joseph Dudley
Middleton
Wadman
Iis
U. S
Sault Lake
Joust at Mr Wright’s Field Ends in Cook Victory
A grand shotgun joust occurred at Jos Wright’s field with Nessrs W. M. Cook and J. J. Clayton as contestants. Birds were released from five traps apiece, and the score stood 4 to 7 in favor of Mr. Cook.
Rev Skewes Draws Teleg Distinction at Mt M E Church
In Ogden on February 24 1870 Rev Mr Skewes used an illustration to critique a Western Union Telegraph Office operator present at Mt M E Church. He hoped the operator would not deter attendees who could gain from his sermons.
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Morrif
Dank
Burton
Sam
Jugeboxs
M. E
Skewes
Western Union Telegraph Office
Ogden
Remarkable Result Promotes German Syrup Remedy
A claim asserts German Syrup as the sole effective treatment for severe throat and lung diseases, boasting broad sales and no complaints. The ad targets consumptives with a single product, noting regular size at 75 cents and widespread availability through druggists and McNurr & Co.
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America
JZW
McNurr & Go
Heroic McCulloch and the Fort Henry Squeeze
Revival of frontier memories recalls Major McCulloch’s daring escape at Fort Henry Wheeling in 1777. Surrounded by Indians, he rode the ridge to safety with rifle in hand, inspiring a fierce defense where civilians aided the garrison and only one soldier was wounded.
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England
Dunker Hill
Trenton
Harlem
Princetown
Saratoga
Fort Henry
Wheeling
Elizabeth Zane
AfeCulloch
Bee
McCulloch
Sin
Short Creek
Stvares
Boot Flirtation Instructs Tramps To Leave Premises
The article describes a humorous boot flirtation device aimed at deterring tramps. It outlines steps including stepping forward and telling the tramp to be gone, noting it only works if the tramp is smaller than the defender and disclaims any responsibility for damages.
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Foo
The Cat Name Origins Across Cultures
A fragmentary discussion traces how cat names emerge from various languages and regions. It notes Aryan, Latin, Persian, and Arabic influences, with onomatopoetic ties to feline sounds and the word for tail. The piece links ancient terms to modern European and Asian linguistic strands, highlighting diversity in naming the animal.
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Europe
Fats
Ras
Herodotus
French or English in menus sparks a linguistic quarrel
A newspaper column laments fashion to print menus in French at formal dinners. It mocks the craze as pretentious and notes Washington Judge Otto served courses with French names while urging to keep King’s English, deeming English noble and not to be traded.
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Washington
Otto
Diner de Couverts
Woman's Influence in Eastern History Noted
E Thomas recently addressed the Asiatic Society in London noting that ancient Eastern custom often named children after the mother rather than the father. He cited examples from Lycia Caria Etruria Persia and both ancient and modern India and Ceylon.
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E. ‘Thomas
Asiatic Society
London
Lycia
Caria
Etruria
Persia
India
Ceylon
Reflections on Social Life of Grandfathers
The piece recalls earlier generations as sociable and selfless, contrasting a time when Nihilism was unknown and civic life centered on gatherings, songs, and speeches around a supper table, with the present feeling of constant busyness leaving little time for such pleasures.
Stomach Invigoration and Vitality Claims Explored
A historical medical pitch extols a tonic called Bloxtetters Stomach Bite as a sweeping stomach stimulant. It claims to boost digestion, liver and kidney function, purify the system, and raise energy while aiding resistance to epidemics.
Medical Adviser Promises Broad Cure Claims
Fragmentary ad-like text touts a People's Medical Adviser from Buffalo offering a 10 page guide for $150. Claims include curing many diseases previously deemed incurable and introducing slang therapies and midline treatments. References to a Dr Pierce figure and a hotel setting appear, with vague mentions of physicians and treatment methods.
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Invalids' and Tourists
Dee Pierce
Skill Dutaingl
Tf Science
Ee Senay
Piercog Dy
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