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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1881
Page
2
An 1881 notice from Rowell Coy announced paper rates and rewraps for the day. The brief item notes the paper may be prepared for distribution and references turning up as needed.
An entry notes a second Olsen matter entered at the Post Olsen location in Vaden City Utah Territory.
The paper names agents authorized to receive money and issue receipts. Listed are WEL Parklase Jag Salnier, E Williams, Jas Bowne, James Fowler, W M Webster, Edwin Smith, Jas Scarp, Paul Cardon, Shaw, Jos Howell, W N Thomas, Jaredise, Jon Dadiey, Matad Valley, Plymoth Horeley, Setham City, box Elder Co James England General Collector. Also coordinates locations in Idaho and Utah towns and counties.
A proposed experiment for a railway project in Paris outlines an innovative approach to transit development. Officials and engineers discuss potential routes and technical challenges as preparations begin for study and evaluation.
Cras A Dana of the New York Sun calls Congress to vote Samuel J. Tilden two hundred thousand dollars in presidential salary and interest before approving any position or funds for General Grant.
Michigan now ranks third in shipbuilding after constructing sixty five vessels last year. Maine built ninety six and New York one hundred ten. The national tonnage in 1880 reached 157 407 tons, 426 000 tons less than total in 1855.
Explorers report a coxcat cavern 145 feet wide and 68 feet deep in Russia holds remnants of a stone tool workshop. The site shows two distinct periods in primeval man development, indicating long term human activity in the cavern.
The February North American Review will publish an article by Gex Grast arguing for the Nicaragua Canal. It will also feature Judge Tourgee on Aaron's Rod in Politics and Oliver Wendell Holmes on The Pulpit and the View.
Report claims Hancock’s purge on November 2 stemmed from an unanticipated New York vote influenced by alleged treachery of John Ixelly. It adds the rise of Republican support in New York City may be linked to elevated railroads drawing Republicans back from New Jersey and Long Island.
I E Funk & Co announce a new American edition of Godet’s celebrated Bible commentary on Luke with preface and notes by John Hall D D. The verbatim reprint includes all notes Hebrew and Greek words and is offered at a popular price. The octavo volume features large type and good paper.
A late 19th century writer argues that instinct is nothing more than obscure recollection of ancestral experiences. He notes that clear memory spanning an entire life does not exist in humans, but suggests some animals might possess memories extending beyond individual existence.
An old advertisement touts Shilohs Consumptive Cure as best medicine for coughs croup and pneumonia claiming rapid relief and a guarantee with a 10 cent trial option. It also promotes Shilohs Porous Plaster for chest soreness priced at 23 cents. Sold by McNutt Co Ogden and Armaby Agency.
A Springfield Republican analysis argues that both Republican and Democratic votes declined in the South since 1876, with Louisiana and South Carolina showing sharp GOP losses. It asserts fraud risks, questions northern influence, and warns that federal election oversight could erode party solidity while urging persistent Republican mobilization in the South.
Farmers, butchers and trappers urged to sell hides furs pelts and wool to A Kulin & Bro Ogden Utah for cash. They advertise as Utah’s oldest largest wide and fur dealers with own shipping and exporting, claiming top cash prices and leading reputation in the West.
The San Francisco Wasp cartoon shows a skeletal American army under General Sherman with Grant supervising the Grand Army while European spectators laugh. The accompanying editorial argues for a stronger, more efficient force with sharper equipment and reduced plumage, not a large standing army, and warns against complacency in national security.
Washington reports suggest hope Congress will amend the nave gating laws this session though critics doubt action. A New York journal warns lawmakers bow to monopolies, noting foreign ships dominate trans oceanic trade while American tonnage shrinks.
John F. Ther, Agent Prove Mills, offers a wide range of home made woolen fabrics and goods in Salt Lake City. The display includes blankets in various colors, flannels, cassimeres, yarns, shawls, jeans, and other woolen products for wholesale and retail customers.
From the Frankfurter Zeitung Maz M von Weber reports telephony in the United States as a time and labor saver. He recalls a Northern New York example where a single telephone orders dinner, travel, and social plans across several miles in minutes, replacing hours of coordination.
Professor J. Newberry told the National Academy of Sciences that Utah iron ore deposits exceed all others in the United States. He stated ample ore observed in the southern district could run furnaces nationwide for a century.
The Herald reports Lord Marcus Le Pierre Beresford alias C Pelham Clinton and others arrived from New York. Clinton is held at City Hall in cell No 1 and refused to answer questions, claiming illness after a forged London Bank of Utah link. He appeared sick and tired, with a quiet tall frame and peculiar English aristocratic inflection.
Notice reports the death of Charles G. Ohlson son of Gustavus Ohlson of Ogden at Shaffer county Colorado on December 31. He had joined Kenner company to work on the Denver Rio Grande Railroad, grew ill from cold, remained until his death, and was buried with a metallic casket to be shipped home. The family mourns his loss.
The census chief gives approximate figures for every state and territory. Rounding and transcription errors exist in the list with numerous misspellings and blanks, but totals suggest a national population near 50,152,559.
The Ogden contest featured teen C HI Greenwell and Mr Scott, ending in a tie after ten birds were shot per man. With insufficient birds to continue, the match will be reshot tomorrow at the same time and place.
New details reveal Greenwell claimed five straight birds while Scott had four as extra cartridges arrived. The narrator had warned that Charley would escape accountability.
A special despatch from Heras Moort Pressant notes Veter Brannan was shot on Main Street Frank Fritch slope about 1 p.m. A police officer Hembrice is involved and Benedict was summoned by telegram for immediate return to aid inquiry.
From January fifth Daily report details a contentious shooting contest between Ogden rivals. Scott and Greenwell used different guns, stirring bets and backers who claim the guns favored the other side while others defend the fairness of the “second tie” result.
A Salt Lake City report by J E Dooley of Wells Fargo details Utah mineral production for 1890. Base bullion totals include 2 892 498 lb unrefined lead 26 442 093 refined lead 1 403 819 oz silver 2 878 oz gold and 2 379 747 oz silver and 5 142 oz gold in bars. Total export value about 5 127 901 with mint valuation rising to 6 150 054 if metals valued at current mint prices.
A Canadian Weather Prophet forecasts January 1881 with heavy sleighing from Montreal to Washington and light rainy days. He predicts snow blockades in the U S around January 7 and 8, a second quarter with heavy snow and cold, mid month snowfalls ending in harsher weather, a thaw around the 18th into February, and a severe month overall echoing real old fashioned winters.
In Volive Court this afternoon a young man faces trial for drawing and pistol threats over a pepper attack at a city party. The complaint says the defendant flung cayenne pepper into the plaintiff’s face during a Ward event three weeks ago and later confronted him with a pistol in another ward incident as the case unfolds.
The quarterly conference of YMMA delegates of the Weber Stake of Zion will be held Sunday January 16 1881 at the Ogden Tabernacle with sessions at 10 p m and 7 p m Territorial Superintendency from Salt Lake will attend and all interested young people are invited to attend to hear reports and instructions Jos A Wot for the Central Board urges a large attendance in Weber Co
A shooting is reported at Tintie with no full particulars available. No one was killed though a bystander felt a bullet strike the tip of his nose.
The News reports Judge Stephen P. Twiss, newly appointed to succeed Associate Justice Boreman of the Second District, arrived in Salt Lake City and on Monday was sworn to his duties. He is described as a commanding, tall, intelligent man likely aged between 35 and 50, welcomed to the Territory with hopes his tenure will honor himself and serve the people.
William Edson Hatch died December 13 1880 in Moon Fort Ward Oden Utah at age 32 born June 8 1841 in Bristol Vermont. He emigrated to Utah in 1852 and remained there until death. Described as an honest man by his friends, he is mourned by many. Peace to his ashes.
The Deseret News announces the birth of Mr John Q Cannon's son at 3 o clock yesterday. The editor and his wife extend best wishes for the child's health and happiness.
From Dec 18 1850 report by the Prets EnquirER from tasile Dale Emery Co. two men J. K. Reed and J. D. Kilpatrick crossed Salina canyon when deep snow forced them to abandon wagons. A wagon slid off a rock into Salina creek injuring gear and horses. Kilpatrick leaped clear and escaped into the ice and snow. The best horse later died, others were bruised, and goods including a sack of sugar survived under ice after night.
Edwin Carter returned home badly wounded after a shooting incident at Cushman's store in Silver City. Nathaniel Green and a Frenchman named Lamot quarreled, Green fired at Lamot, the ball instead hit Carter in the face near the nose. Dr. Pike attends, ball to be extracted. Green in custody amid formal papers delay.
Warning about slippery slope on Court House hill caused by coasting. Pedestrians face falls and injuries as sledders pass, urging authorities to fix the nuisance before worse harm occurs and suggesting careful weather measures until road conditions improve.
A two year old boy, son of Mr David Garner of North Ogden, injured his right hand while playing near a sewing machine operated by his sister. His end finger was badly smashed and a physician dressed the wound at Dr F Anderson’s home.
The Jerald reports a Salt Lake comparer Ordner against Birdseye of Salmon River in a supper wager. Ordner killed thirteen of fifteen, Birdseye thirteen of fourteen, one given to Ordner giving Birdseye a one bird win. Patterson later challenged Birdseye to five shots for champagne. Birdseye won four to two.
Members of the association learn that the fortnightly course of lectures will resume Friday January in the Second Ward Assembly Room. Elder H W Naisbitt of Salt Lake City will address the young and old, offering timely edifying instructions.
Boxtase, shot at Sandy a few days ago by Dave Jenkins, died yesterday. Merald says the killer is not in custody. Merald reports liquor dealers of Balt Lake forming a secret society named the Liquor Dealers Protective Union with two meetings held and about twenty two saloons joining. Also, on Wednesday a woman had a painful accident when a boy coasting on a sled struck her. head cut but no broken bones and injuries not serious.
A historical critique notes Britain’s imperial overreach in Africa after Cetewayo and the Cape wars. It argues the Boers, led by Paul Kruger, will resist, possibly allying with natives, while Ireland, Afghanistan, and Basutoland distract Britain with unrest and looming revolts.
Charles Gustavus son of Gustavus A and Eliba Ohlson, aged 21 years 1 month 24 days, died at Schaffer County Colorado on the Denver Rio Grande rail line during December 1880.
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