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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1880
Page
2
A fragment from Ogden Utah notes a New York City prison crowding issue and a call for a new city jail as a government matter. It references July 10 1880 postal entry and local note about overcrowding during feraldays.
A pronounced demonstration at Werirsty Con.ece highlights gender roles with all professors depicted as women and cooks shown as men, signaling a clash in expectations about labor and equality.
Devecates pledges appear useless in Cincinnati and Chicago similar to reform promises for vagrants and the impartiality pledges claimed by Utah governors.
Freteen ross weighs heavily as a steam hammer in Park Bros and Co Pittsburg factory. A hammer of this size costs £60000, described as a neat little sum in the report.
About two million hives operate across the United States yielding roughly 14 million dollars each year in income for their owners this figure perhaps understates the industry’s true value and scope through the bees’ productive output.
The text notes that an oyster can feed within 24 hours of life and reaches prolific reproduction at one year. It becomes marketable at three years, highlighting rapid early development and commercial readiness.
A fragment notes a 1880 manifesto recording six deaths among Tax Suaders. Ages ranged from 37 to 87, with an average age of 72. The piece praises frugality sobriety and industrious toil as a form of Rip Van Winkle style longevity.
A Philadelphia report describes a white child turning black from melanosis. The snippet muses on whether nature will alter characteristics or political roles, asking if Utah’s governor could become a justice and impartial ruler.
The report claims Gen Hancock wears a cor set and will provoke virile indignation to rally support for the Democratic ticket. It suggests Hancock and English will serve as reliable stays for the party, though the tone remains dubious and satirical.
Kvsaia's corn crop is severely damaged by the corn beetle. Estimated losses for the season range from 20 to 30 million dollars. Despite extensive efforts, the beetle growth continues. The overall impact may eventually benefit American farmers and dealers.
A crengy say of Austin asserts that three of four city-raised boys go to ruin and that most leading business and professional men in cities come from the country. The note invites inquiry to confirm what has happened to some city residents, suggesting a truth in the remark.
The Clan of Russia and its princes earned an annual income of 12.5 million dollars with one fifth spent on charity. Yet Russians from all classes detest the tyrannical system that confines them while offering bare sops of ostentatious charity.
A private Washington letter to the Inter-Ocean says the Fort Burorp garrison is poorly guarded and at risk of Sioux attack. Rumors of bands crossing from Canada claim willingness to propose or accept peace.
The Gazelle reports the Nena Institution formed April 29 1876 with 1000 par value shares and $30 000 paid in. It paid 3 percent monthly dividends until December, then dropped to one percent, ending divisend payments as the bank vanished. Stockholders who invested four years ago withdrew $14 700 of $30 060 capital.
The Winnemucca editorial lambasts Nevada’s finances arguing the state cannot sustain its government without huge mining bonanzas or tax hikes. It ponders annexing Utah to form a larger, wealthier state while discussing polygamy, population, and governance costs.
The passage argues that Nevada cannot sustain a state government without steep property taxes. It warns property owners may relocate if taxation drives them away, urging reconsideration of fiscal policy to avoid harming residency and economic stability.
A Utah Territory reader denounces Governor Murray for attacking the people in the Fourth of July address. The piece defends faith in freedom, church and state balance, and Union loyalty, praising early settlers and warning against tyranny while condemning the incendiary rhetoric.
A July 64 warning condemns indiscriminate mixing with outsiders seen as a threat to female purity. It urges parents to guard daughters and choose suitors carefully, stressing virtue as priceless and warning of seduction by criminals. It calls for vigilance and moral guidance from guardians and girls alike.
Early celebrations drew settlers into Ogden as the OODAN Brass Band and firemen led a Main Street parade. The day featured a grandstand program with readings of the Declaration of Independence, a Union-themed poem, songs, and an oration by Mr. A. Kenner.
The County Superintendents of District Schools trustees teachers and friends of education in Utah are invited to a meeting in Salt Lake City on the 6th at 7 30 p m in the Council House. Those far away may write to the committee chair TM Lewis county superintendent chairman El Rigas BToxonpa Jon T Kixeavey Marr E Coox for guidance.
A local scoundrel attempted to abduct a sixteen year old girl with family sympathy and public anger rising. Sheriff William Brown restrained the man and jailed him, with further revelations expected and the community outraged by the offender's fiendish conduct.
Geannap Hanceon’s daughter, poised for society life, died after dining on Governor’s Island near her father’s headquarters. Gen Hancock publicly denied any political candidacy, saying his aim had vanished with her loss, while Mrs Hancock, a devout Catholic, spoke of a White House future that belonged to her daughter’s grave.
The Deseree News reports Rufus Taylor died at Little Salt Creek at 10 AM on the 4th from a head wound received months earlier in Salina. The bullet remained in his skull, but he had been recovering prior to death.
The Sonoma Democrat reports on a wheat blight shown by a sample brought by William McReynolds. About one third of grains in each head are blighted while the rest are plump and healthy and will develop into excellent grain. The blight can start at the top or run along the head affecting every third husk.
Mr and Mrs F D Richards will depart this evening for San Francisco on business. Their friends expect them to be away several days. They hope for a safe journey and prompt return.
Toosia County correspondent reports that on the morning of July 2 at about five o clock the engine house and workshop of Edwin Broad were found on fire and the mill burned to the ground. The tools and machinery were rendered useless. Cause of the fire unknown. The correspondent notes population estimates in the census resume may be understated.
Considerable interest grows in Warm Springs as a bathing resort. Trains will depart the U and N depot every Tuesday Thursday and Sunday at 6 30 PM with an extra coach added to the regular train making the evening run.
On Sunday a pleasant reunion occurred in Harrisville for the golden wedding anniversary of Fr. and Mrs. Luman A. Shurtleff. Bishop P. G. Taylor of Harrisville and Bishop Lewis Shurtleff of Plain City attended among a large number of Father Shurtleff’s posterity. All wished the elderly couple a long life.
Mr Crowley, principal of the Fourth Ward day school, took his pupils to Farr's Grove on Friday and enjoyed youthful games with them. Afr CG recalled his boyhood days and joined in with vim, endearing himself to the students. Long may he wave.
Vaor Kant G Magee from Provo Mr Talmage from Salt Lake City and Mr Monch from this town started on their educational tour to the Northern counties today The Silver State of July 3d again proposes the annexation of Utah to Nevada Gov Mernray allegedly spoke at Salt Lake City celebration criticizing Utah residents Wyoming towns enumeration listed Chigftain Worninauex sun protection advice given for pedestrians
On June 28 a disturbance Between Stokes family and Dr Plant near Big Range Kaysville over land and water. A Dr Plant family member was bruised. Stokes and son faced assault and battery and disturbance charges. cross complaints followed. Judge Gillies fined the Stokeses five dollars plus costs and warned them to settle disputes peacefully.
Tomorrow at one o clock sharp the Ogden Club begins a gold medal contest with about thirteen parties allowed ten thirds per man. The winner after five wins takes the medal, while second prize is a cartridge belt and third prize a bag of shot. A leather medal for the worst shot is donated by Mr Hodge man and will be held by the winner until a future match. Admission is twenty five cents and the event promises fun and spectacle at the Driving Park grounds.
The Independent reports a Salt Lake City race day with Major King of Ogden Billy Davie and Mary Emory of Salt Lake City in the trailing event. The Ogden horse drew fans from Junction City but failed in the heat after Bill Davis broke in both heats. Ucrora’s mare trotted cleanly winning the three heats and the purse with a best time 2.22.
A city doctor accompanied a country friend to a rural Milking Yard. The farmer quips that cows kick the bucket often yet survive. The doctor, humiliated, asks to return home to Ogden to die in peace, but hope remains for recovery.
The Penitentiary marked the Fourth with a flagpole eagle and a ceremony led by Eli Lee. Gov Reynolds opened with a prayer and read the Declaration of Independence. S. Wisner gave an oration, jokingly noting the mule as a better emblem than the eagle. Fifty four inmates attended a brief program followed by a generous dinner.
The herald reports minor and serious injuries from fireworks incidents. A Provo girl Neil son suffered severe burns to the neck and shoulders, a man fell from an embankment injuring himself, a wagon accident near Fuller's Gardena broke a woman’s arm and cut a baby’s lip and nose, and a rider near the Idaho Store named Rinner was badly injured when horses ran loose after a fright.
Beaver correspondent reports a Fourth of July celebration ended with a fight between Reuben Ivory and David Farnsworth. Ivory stabbed Farnsworth seven times and fled. several wounds are serious. Citizens denounce the violence amid Governor Murray's Young Utah supporters.
A reader recalls a morning scene of a man driving several cows to pasture in a one horne buggy. The remarkeer contrasts the past with the present and nostalgically notes how mothers once walked barefoot behind gentle animals while being led by a confident young man.
Scotty Marshall confronted for using abusive language at Hampton Cobabo’s saloon. A passing policeman attempted to intervene, was cursed at, and Marshall was arrested, placed in a job wagon, and taken to the city hall.
Defendant requested more time to prepare his defense and was granted another week to answer.
Cote the seducer appeared before Justice Middleton and, through his attorney P J Barratt, pleaded not guilty with more time to prepare his defense. Reno's population noted at 2342 and warnings of colds spread. New York deaths estimated at 30000 yearly from hunger and cold, while a figure of 50000 dollars is cited in capital stock subscriptions.
A Thursday Daily note critiques a one sided Corsican Family Feud report from Kayesville. It cites authorities on bruising claims and a fracas over a spouse dispute involving Stokes and P J B, with barely any Latin phrases noted.
A man was killed near Grapevine Springs when an argument over repayment for boots led creditors to follow on a butcher wagon. A scuffle occurred and one man fired a shot to the head, killing the creditor instantly. Both suspects surrendered to local officers and are jailed.
The shooting watch scheduled for today is postponed to Tuesday next due to insufficient birds. The committee seeks birds and offers bids of one or two hundred pounds a month for one month or one year. Call Greenfell's meat market for details.
A morning call from Probate Judge J. D. Bart and clerk James Bywater of Box Elder County outlined plans to arrange pipes for Brigham City water works with Jos A. West. They depart for home this evening and extend regards to local correspondents.
A fragmented report notes Seatty Maraball at Justice Middleton levee this morning. Iris Honor named thirty days as the city needs of Seotty as a peace offering, a gesture that seemed acceptable to the crowd.
On Sunday a seven year old son of Afr ifuss fell while playing and broke his arm. Dr Powers set the limb and the boy is now doing well under the circumstances.
A free book of nearly 100 large octavo pages offered by Dr. B. B. Foor presenting notes on scrofula breathing diseases diseases of women heart troubles and diets. Sent for three cents and addressed to Mexway Jr Poe Co. No 129 BE 28th Street Nets m27.
An Aud call reports the McCormick self binding harvester spotted just north of the new Da Jeostf area. No further details are provided.
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