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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1880
Page
2
The article urges Ogden City taxpayers to elect capable, public spirited school trustees for the new Central School on Young Street. It argues for continuity with some incumbents, cautions against the “new broom” bias, and appeals for fair, progressive leadership to steer local education.
The Florida Dispatch Line expands a winter vegetable business reaching New York Boston Baltimore and Philadelphia with peas beans and cucumbers. Growth from 5000 boxes in 1873 to 200000 in 1879 driven by a new air line railway from Wey cross Georgia to Jacksonville Florida and the Florida and Western Railroad. The railway aims to cut transport costs and time, enabling through truck trains to meet northern demand all winter.
General Gnaxt, shaken by the Havana quake, adjusted his hat and bowed to a staffer, remarking that the tribute was the nearest personal compliment he had received outside Philadelphia.
An editorial criticizes U S policy as distracted by foreign issues and denounces overpoliticized debates on the de Lesseps canal project. It argues the Panama canal matter is strictly commercial and should remain neutral, avoiding international confrontation.
The article summarizes Dr Rudolph Falk’s lecture in New York on the Birth and Death of Worlds. He argues time permits perception of beginning and end, and that matter motion and space require force and a third factor, with eternal time matter and force. The piece notes the debate over whether there is a true beginning.
The article surveys the shift from geocentric views to heliocentric and nebular hypotheses. It cites Kant, Laplace, and Herschel on planetary formation, spectral analysis proving Sun’s elements mirror Earth, and the Nebular Hypothesis with asteroids like Ceres and Vesta.
The Atlanta Constitution notes Cant ACKUpZ wearing an Indian ring on his engagement finger.
In Joab Utah, Feb 22 1880 reports progress along the Utah Southern line past Juab toward Riverside. Modern rails and iron horse replace mule transit, shortening travel two hours. Notes transfers at the terminal and the budding railroad junction, while warning of Sevier river dangers and a mining camp visit.
John Fyfe, a young man, died yesterday after injuries from an accident on the Utah Central. Medical staff cited shock to the nervous system as the immediate cause. His body will be moved from Salt Lake to his parents’ home and then to the Third Ward School house for funeral services. he was described as a moral, well behaved and dutiful son.
At a court house meeting Judge R K Williams chaired a gathering to form a committee to welcome Hon. Tiff Murray the newly appointed governor of the Territory. Members named were Williams Farr Thomas Stenford West and Langshore to wait upon the governor and the city papers were asked to publish the proceedings.
Afield and Afloat offers annual prizes to anglers across the United States. Top awards include fly fishing bass outfits, bass boats, and complete salt water outfits, with specific gear sets and leaders for large bass and brook trout contests.
Salt Lake notes report mayoral order to arrest vagrants and set them to street labor amid growing thefts. James Carney, arrested for insulting a woman, fined 99 dollars. A burglary at Carter’s gun and ammunition store on Main Street involved breaking a glass pane to enter a marrow alley and stealing thirteen pistols, nine English Bull-dogs, and four Smith & Weston revolvers. No clues yet on the thief.
In Ogden the man Wilbur a convicted thief defied chain gang orders. As crowds worked in the 10th Ward he refused to continue, shouted I’ll die before hill work, and clashed with guard Clayton who punched and subdued him after Wilbur seized a shovel.
Woodmansee's theatre overflowed with listeners for Dr. McKenzie temperance lecture. The eloquent speaker held attention as many attendees enrolled their names at the close to support the good work.
An afternoon A and N freight train heading to Ogden ran off the rails near Hampton station as heavy snowfall blocked the line. No damage reported. the delay pushed the schedule from 6 30 p m to midnight.
Proceedings in district court presided by Chief Justice hunter Moroni Williams vs Alen Fowder excutor was dismissed with costs. Callahan vs Rosborough et al. jury trial resumed, verdict returned for defendant. Hoge vs Ferron dismissed on motion. Court adjourned until Tuesday morning at 16 o'clock.
The People versus Charles Morris charged with assault with intent to murder. Motion to dismiss argued and taken under advisement. Court adjourned to 10 o clock Thursday morning. Judge Hun ter Brealdinge and Wm Burrows presiding.
The McKenzie Reform Club of Ogden organized last night with over 200 members. Dr. A S London, E K Orth, and A Herrick were made permanent officers. The locality and headquarters question was referred to a committee as the group hopes for progress and peace.
Dr McKenzie has lectured for several evenings to large crowds on temperance. Many attendees came to mock, but he won over most, inspiring many to pledge temperance. Tonight the farewell talk at Woodmansee's theatre covers Life and Labors of Father Theobald Matthew with admission 50 cents dress circle, 25 cents gallery. tickets at Greenwell's Meat Market and George Thompson's barber shop.
Yesterday at 2 p.m. funeral services for John Fyfe were held at the Third Ward schoolhouse. Sr. James McFarland spoke of condolence, with John Reeve and R. McQuarrie delivering remarks on Fyfe's character, followed by burial as a large procession moved to the cemetery.
A south wind sparked a snow slide in Ogden Canyon one mile above Wheeler’s Mull. The mass blocked 150 feet of road reaching 20 feet high while the river ran dry at Johnson’s. No injuries reported though travel is warned against in windy canyon conditions.
The Herald reports Governor Emery acting at General Butler’s urging pardoned several inmates under the copper act. Those released include D. W. Grant serving two years six months for larceny, and others: John Sagehorn burglary ten months left, Nicholas Nattrass robbery ten months left, James Riddle robbery ten months, Jesse Pinny robbery eleven months served, Edwin P. Moyer larceny eleven months served.
The document lists acts approved by the governor including name changes for several residents and officials, a prohibition on opium smoking, bonds for mining district recorders, reorganization of San Juan County, and adjustments to territorial bonds and boundaries.
Elder B Fe Cummings reports Nelson D Adama Esq of the General Land Office Washington is compiling a genealogy of all Adame families in New England and wishes to correspond with descendants. He asks interested parties to contact him for information.
Proceedings in the Supreme Court on Thursday presided by Chief Justice Hunter include Willis Knapp v Societe des Min es dismissed on motion. Woodmansee v Kelley et al continued for new trial. Burrows v Guest jury trial in progress. People v Shepard and Rowe housebreaking pleaded guilty sentenced to one year each. Beus v Shaughnessy continued by consent. adjourned to Wednesday 10.00 am.
The Walko Washer, a novel household device, uses pressure to wash fine laces and heavy blankets. It claims easy operation for a 12 year old, and promises strong sales potential with local agents needed across towns. Send inquiries to D. M. Stoner at Jas. E. Foote's Ogden Utah establish ment as sole territory agent.
Friday's Day advises careful footwear and clothing to avoid dampness and ward off sore throats and colds. Use two to three pairs of boots, rotate daily, ensure dry between uses, wear leaf boots in wet weather, and prefer breathable rain gear to maintain ventilation and curb illnesses.
An inquiry into the U C accident that killed John Fyfe reached a standstill on Wednesday. The private investigation suggests the open switch caused the engine and car to derail, but blame is spread across five individuals with no single culprit named. Railroad officials defend engineer George Bywater against accusations of failing to notice the switch in time. Bishop Sharp and colleagues defend themselves against similar charges.
Guo H. Carrie writes from Soapy Grove Hickman County Tenn dated February 20 1880 recounting changes in leadership Joseph Argyle returning as conference president Franklin Spences new president Elder Martin Garn released after year away. He describes preaching travels numbers of baptisms encouragement amid opposition and emigration to Colorado and Santa Fe area urging Saints to support brethren with letters and church publications. Weather mild for winter and good fall grain outlook with Elders healthy and seeking prayers.
A sample of near coast ridicule from the Los Angeles Express mocks violinist Wilhelmj with verses about his bow and style. The piece likens his playing to Orpheus and pokes fun at his fame and reception in papers across the region.
The Weedmansee theatre drew an appreciative audience last night as Lis depicted the life and work of the famed temperance advocate Theobald Mathew born in Ireland in 1790. Dr McKenzie's temperance effort has already improved social status and deserves praise.
Last evening at a quarter to twelve the Utah and Northern passenger train arrived two days late. The company had striven to keep the line clear and run on time, and had succeeded until a heavy snowfall caused the delay. It is expected no further difficulties will arise.
John Fyfe aged 20 years 9 months, son of John Fy and Janet Fyfe, died from injuries suffered on a road accident February 2. Funeral today at 2 PM in the Third Ward Schoolhouse, with territorial papers requested.
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