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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 22, 1879
Page
2
A condensed series outlines core Mormon doctrines on faith, God’s nature, revelation, and salvation. It asserts faith comes from divine testimony, emphasizes the Fatherhood of God, and calls for moral reform and productive living in society.
Text discusses the relation between effort and excellence and the idea that true greatness comes from toil. It contrasts command with being commanded and calls for personal improvement and resolute leadership. The passage uses archaic phrasing and references familiar names and fame in a philosophical critique.
The Illinois Republican caucus nominates Joux A. Lotay known as Black Jack for U S Senator. Critics warn the bid may fail as bolters ally with Democrats. Logan faces opposition for former rebel actions and is described as a renegade, with Lincoln reportedly urged to spike his candidacy.
In a dreary January scene snow falls steadily as a figure arrives at a quiet door. The visitor speaks in old fashioned phrasing and commands, while the narrator and companions react, the moment ending with a tense, unresolved note.
Last evening at the groom Melvin I Messenger residence in the city Alisa Alice Curfew married. Justice D Tyler officiated. The celebration included an elegant reception and well wishes for a long happy marriage from attendees.
Fragments echo light domestic banter with tips and quips from multiple newspapers. The mix references gentle reminders about manners and home life, including playful lines about painting doors washing flour and listening for a snore.
Readers note the volatile path of Jacob Caine from fleeing Cabal to usurping the throne. The public expresses curiosity and urges steadier action from the figure amid shifting loyalties and power shifts.
A brief note states Missovat issues decrees calling for removal of her text as she seeks her next U S Senator. The statement highlights political timing and a push toward new representation.
The note reports that Warp Beecurr Esquire is gravely ill and distant distance complicates contact. No additional names or local details are provided in the fragment.
A jumble of dated curiosities and questions references a wine of phrases about a deal man and winter supplies. It hints at a rumored singer and broken machinery while musing on catnip tea and dog wood tree flowers and ends with a vague note on a scientific magazine andSubscriptions raised along the curve.
A critical examination argues the Supreme Court misdefines religion by restricting belief to law and condemns polygamy as a crime under religious practice. It contends bans on baptism and other acts threaten liberty and cites historical examples to warn against persecuting faith.
A man described as fifty in an ulster with a whip enters a Woodward Avenue shop with a woman. After a discussion and a purchase, the merchant demands payment for damages, prompting insults and a tense exchange about their relationship and the true status of the woman.
A Lahore dispatch says unauthenticated rumors circulate that Sheva Alife plans a return to Cubul. No official confirmation yet.
Local readers describe street hazards at Main and Fourth where cobble stones disrupt traffic and injure sleigh runners. The writer argues swift city action would reduce complaints and win public gratitude from a long suffering community.
Notes from Nephi report the death of Naomi Brett widow of Oren Stoddard in Salt Lake City at age over 70 and Benjamin Hampton in his 60s. A man named Levensen was frozen in the mountains east of Nephi after straying from his party. his feet were amputated and care is ongoing with hopes for recovery.
The quarterly session of the Sunday School Union in Weber County met in the Court House last evening led by Superintendent Lallantne with Charles Wright as secretary. Apostle C Rich attended and spoke on youth education while several speakers debated vital framing topics for youth. An extended, pleasant session adjourned to Saturday February 2.
The Weber County Stake of Zion held its quarterly conference at the Ogden Tabernacle at 10 yesterday morning. Apostles Charles C. Rich and Brigham Young attended with local authorities and county delegates. Bishops reported on temporal and spiritual affairs and the Sunday school conditions. The visiting Apostles praised the people and urged continued diligence as meetings continue today for expected large gatherings.
Two soldiers were arrested yesterday for drunkenness and disturbing the peace. Judge Pyper has been in poor health for several days, and no business was transacted in the police court. The paper questions the “Boys in Bite” heading over Judge Pyper’s health report.
A young man about four years old took a roll of butter from Stanger's meat market without permission. The incident was pursued by Mrag Stanger’s son who recovered the item and initiated a replevin action to reclaim it.
The Supreme Court session lists Chief Justice Rehacier and Justices Emerson and Bergman. Dockets include F. M. Lyman v Enoch F. Martin et al, Samuel Kahn v Claud Hamilton et al, James E. Matthews v Claud Hamilton et al, and Isaac Woll v Claud Hamilton et al. Cases argued or in progress and adjourned to January 7.
Reports from Manti detail heavy snow and cold in Utah county, with mines praised for possible rich diggings near Marysvale and Sevier head. Temple work continues, while diphtheria worries mount in Mountain Green and health remains good overall. Washington visit highlights include Susan B. Anthony and Cady Stanton urging Utah women to press for suffrage.
A late Saturday runaway of two horses hitched to a sleigh on Fourth Street. The vehicle gained speed until the horses tangled straps and slowed themselves. One horse kicked violently as they stopped. Sunday evening, boys riding a sleigh saw lines disarranged and the horses become unmanageable but were halted without injuries. Another incident involved a light wagon from Main Street colliding with a tree, destroying the wagon but causing no injuries. A spanking team attached to a sleigh had a tear on Sunday afternoon with occupants absent.
Sunday meetings of the quarterly conference gathered many in this city. Elders FP Lyman CQ W Penrose conducted morning services. In the afternoon church authorities were presented and sustained. Apostle Joseph F Smith delivered an inspired discourse to a joyful audience.
The regular quarterly conference of the Y M M L A of this county met at the Ogden Tabernacle with President Joseph A West presiding. Visitors included Junius F Wells and county association presidents Thoms II Wikle B J Roberta and Wm G Brough. Reports from twelve associations were presented.
Last evening Nees reports the Fairview home of Anna Alf red burned to the ground. Loss estimated around $1000. Authorities suggest boys may have used a hot brick to keep feet warm as the ignition cause.
An advertisement touts Boschee’s German Syrup as the only cure for throat and lung ailments including consumption and asthma. It boasts that 50,000 dozen were sold last year with no complaints and urges sufferers to try one bottle, priced 75 cents, available from druggists and J. W. McNurn & Co.
Jae Rice of Nout Ouves requests space in your paper to correct alleged misrepresentations by Mr Childs. He disputes Mr Childs claims about notes and sales involving Shirtliff Rice & Co and an engine from Indianapolis, noting no such company existed at the engine’s arrival. He urges publication of the facts to restore his reputation.
The eight volume set covers brief biographies of noted British and American authors with samples from their writings. The new edition is offered in three binding options and priced at 2 dollars in paper, 3 dollars in cloth, or 450 in half morocco. Publishers sell directly to subscribers with inducements for early orders and provide full pricing details by postal request from the New York address.
The text discusses dangerous inactivity of the kidneys and its risks to health. It describes remedies involving Ostetler’s Stenmeh Bilters and Ritters tonics to stimulate and strengthen bodily organs. The article claims these medicines invigorate the bladder stomach liver and bowels and help resist malarial epidemics when exposed.
Condox reports the birth of a son to the wife of conductor Fom Cahoon in the city on January 17.
In Salt Lake City on January 7 1879 Rhoda Richards died at the residence of her nephew Levi W Richards She was aged 3 months Funeral services will be held at the 20th Ward Schoolhouse on Tuesday the 21st at noon Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend
The longtime Cigar and Tobacco shop on Fyta Street is reopened with a promise to stock the best brands of cigars tobacco pipes and smokers accessories and to keep constantly on hand.
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