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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 16, 1879
Page
2
In Brooklyn Orawaxt after investing large sums in lotteries finally drew a prize of $30,000. Thirty thousand over men, after investing large amounts of money in lotteries, have failed to draw even one dollar in return.
Obituary notes ex Governor William Aller of Ohio died. The text lauds him as pure brave and gentle, a former governor and longtime public servant. It praises his service in Congress and as a private citizen and asks for his ashes to rest in peace.
Gex reports Goans plan direct outreach after Australia balked at a meeting. The piece suggests Australis-Ife may adopt a similar strategy for the next year’s presidency, though with possible less success.
The text notes sroans causing havoc across the eastern States especially Pennsylvania Wisconsin Iowa and Nebraska with much property destroyed and some lives lost. It hints at atmospheric disturbance and widespread damage.
Ma L QC Liptierixcy an early editor and printer has entered the Northern Light at Logan. The note hopes he can publish a readable paper and suggests he holds a large field from which rich results should emerge.
Utah residents are realizing nature has provided more than expected, as seen in the recently established bathing reserve. It’s never too late to improve, and conservation costs less when changes are smaller.
The passage recalls a time when officials and readers alike paused, noting a veto phrase no longer in common use as newspapers moved away from verbose proclamations and telegrams. The text reflects a calmer era with slower public discourse and routine notice of political acts.
Editorials warn that Tacawan should stay in Nova Scotia and not threaten U S leadership. The metaphor of roasting geese is used to claim Thurman’s political goose is well done and future sauce foretold.
The venomous fever YRclow vurKe has resurfaced in Memphis Tennessee echoing last year’s suffering and deaths. The community holds to hope the illness is corraled though only time will tell if the danger returns.
A five year old boy in Cincinnati exhibits a bizarre beaver like tail with four inch curly hair, apex larger than base, and embedded embryo facial features on the reverse. The case, endorsed by medical authorities, spurs theories but awaits further developments.
Attorneys for Emeline A. Young sought a show cause contempt rule against the late President Brigham Young and President Taylor. The court dismissed the rule on motion, then ordered bonds of 5900 to appear next week, a move described as a harassing prep to continue the campaign.
The Inter Ocean accuses Ewing of prior disloyalty to unions and mocks his changes of stance. It recalls Logan’s 1860 61 rebel speech and Lincoln era actions, arguing for consistency and warning against selective memories in partisan praise.
The Prince Imperial's funeral at Chiselhurst drew strong Bonapartist shows but no French government presence. The piece argues liberal France strengthens, while imperialist aims wane, noting the Empress visited and the prince, once a pensioner, dies embarking on a merit-based path.
A Western newspaper cartoonishly attacks Reverend Josey Cook in a race for notoriety. It ridicules his claims and mocks his supposed knowledge of Chinese brothels after a brief residence. The piece questions his fitness for public attention.
A large Ogden audience gathers Sunday to witness James Horrocks’s alleged confrontation with the Tribune of Salt Lake. The Tribune’s editors face scrutiny as the Deseret News and George Q. Cannon challenge claims about indictments and anti polygamy law testing. Horrocks’s statements and Maxwell’s remarks are debated, with affidavits and sworn claims presented amid a broader dispute over veracity and journalistic conduct.
The June issue of the Western Magazine has just arrived, featuring new articles and literary pieces. Readers will find fresh stories, essays, and cultural notes across its pages.
A Tuesday night lightning bolt struck the Catholic church on Ferguson Street in Mall causing roof and window damage. John Phillips was knocked senseless, then recovered and walked to town. Repairs are estimated at about $200.
In New York on July 7 reports cite resort-area extortion diminishing visitor trade at Niagara Falls. Separately, multiple suicides and attempted self-harm incidents surface: Mrs. Josephine A Colton kills herself. John Connell and John McGuire are injured. Lewis Rounds and Captain D Wilkerson die by self-inflicted wounds amid financial distress in Quincy Manerizep and New Orleans.
Elizabeth Roof 58, of 642 Bainbridge Street, died by hanging today as her husband’s alleged intemperance and financial strain affected the family. Coroner’s inquest found death by own action. The report also notes other cases of self harm at local hospitals and related misfortunes from the era.
A series of fires near Ogden Canyon and Taylor's Mills causes widespread alarm. Sparks from an east-bound engine ignite sage brush and grain fields, threatening Bishop Layton's grain stacks and burying Kayaville area in smoke. Timber damage and portended losses loom as flames persist through the night.
Judge Emer son had ordered Albert Carrington Brigham Young and John Taylor to show cause why they should not be punished for contempt over a Brigham Young estate order. The court later discharged the order after arguments showed no disobedience of the court order by the defendants.
At five o clock Morrell was knocked down by a falling stable door and badly cut on the head. Dr Williamson treated him and he is expected to recover. A night fire in Bilver Reef's Chinese quarter destroyed wash tabies and other buildings. The blaze, thought incendiary, caused about 25 00 in loss amid a string of recent fires.
District Court with Associate Justice Emerson presiding hears Snow vs Connor after some evidence before continuing to Friday 2:20. Cases include Booth v Booth with supplemental complaint noted, Lowenberg v Lewis & Co default referred to clerk, Berwin v Lewis & Co default referred to clerk, Bonham v Bonham decree for plaintiff per referee, Kieby v Walker decree for plaintiff, and Cooper v Duncan judgment for defendant. Court adjourned to Friday morning. Earlier proceedings included Snow vs Connor continued to Monday 4:30 AM.
A renewed push on behalf of sailors seeks to organize yacht clubs across regions. Enthusiasts advocate coordinated events, standardized rules, and shared facilities to boost participation and growth in the sport.
A young man from Ohio named Frank Rowland recently arrived from Colorado. He was helped from the train, severely ill with inflammatory rheumatism, and stayed two days at a hotel before being sent to the springs. After daily bathing he improves and plans to remain near the springs until recovered.
John Timmins, a well known resident, died at 10 30 yesterday morning after being dragged about 500 yards by a runaway horse attached hay rake on Wednesday evening. He resided with his brother William G Timmins in Sugar House ward and suffered severe bruises and lacerations.
Five tramps were arrested yesterday, one escaped, the rest face hearings today before Justice Middleton. They are charged with breaking open a freight car and are believed to be connected to recent local depredations.
The Denver Brown Stockings will visit on the 19th with added strength since their last trip. They are confident they can regain the laurels they lost here last season.
Chronicle notes a $13,000 hotel slated for Frisco. In Corn Creek, grasshoppers have devastated nearly all the Konosh Indian grain, threatening crops.
The Emma mine’s volatile history is summarized by Charles Smith of Salt Lake City. The Emma Mining Company sold 1315 tons of ore in San Francisco for 126,602.33 dollars net. Later the Emma Silver Mining Company of Utah sold 4278 tons in New York for 810,895.12 dollars net. From 1871 to 1879 the English Company mined 21,058 tons for 1,743,911.18 dollars, totaling 25,651 tons and 2,258,408.63 dollars.
Two dogs fought near an open sewer on Main Street yesterday afternoon. The owner of one dog kicked at the other, striking the wrong dog and sending his animal into the sewer. rescuers freed the dripping dog after about ten minutes.
A well contested baseball game yesterday afternoon on Liberty Square pitted Ogden against Slatersville. Slatersville won 24 to 18 as Ogden catcher Asa Farley left mid game crippling the home side. Both teams showed fine batting and Slatersville displayed superior play compared with Ogden’s previous opponents.
A Salt Lake physician warned that public health is so strong that doctors may need to adopt the Chinese practice of charging patients only when ill or risk starving. The remark, attributed to a leading local medical figure, sparked debate on medical economics and access to care.
The grand concert on the Sith inst promises a short complete programme including songs glees organ and violin solos brass band music and more The excursion rates from north south and west are set at a reasonable figure and Salt Lake will likely be filled with visitors for the occasion.
The drama overture featured Lawrence Barratt in five roles Richelieu Hamlet David Garrick Yorick and Cassius his Eiderlied portrayal as an ecclesiastical statesman drew grand and moving passages despite frail health. Salt Lake Tabernacle hosts a grand entertainment on the 21st with special trains from Ogden Provo and Tooele.
A day or two ago at Parley’s Park Ranche Kimball son of K William H Kimball was kicked in the head while tending horses. He was struck over the eye near the temple and lay insensible for a time. He is now recovering though the bruise was serious at first.
A suspicious man visiting Mr. W G Childs store on Main Street tried to pressure the merchant into accompanying him to a relative's with promises of security. The youth was taken elsewhere, and the man fled. Childs pursued to the depot and later captured the suspect at Carey's where the man tried to board a train. The tramp, identified only as from Colorado, drew a pistol but was restrained and handed to officers. he is now jailed.
On Sunday afternoon Adam Johnson and his family spotted a large two year old eagle circling near their warm springs journey. The bird landed on the wagon dashboard and Johnson tied it with rope, bringing the creature to the city where it is kept at his home. The eagle bears leg marks from a prior confinement, suggesting it escaped its owner and now tolerates humans.
A new baseball player arrived in town on Saturday delaying his debut. The unexpected entrant drew away Ogden star Asa Farley, allowing Slater to win the contest. Asa praises the boy born that day as a future prodigy and hopes for his lasting happiness.
The News reports Van Auken a Springville dentist accused of attempting to kill his wife with a hatchet and then to shoot her brother. His bond was set at $1,000 but there was no surety, so he was remanded to the sheriff to await grand jury action.
A frantic night chase ends in a fearful scene along the riverbank near Ogden Valley and Eden. A mother and child confront a violent figure described as the terrible king of the took day, with a hunting party reportedly forming to confront the suspect.
Mike O'Neal, a cage tender at Adam Johnson's facility, fought off two bear cubs. He sustained scratches and torn clothing but remained standing as the cubs were finally subdued. All combatants needed repairs after the encounter.
A Sunday bathing excursion from the capital drew a large crowd. Thousands gathered at the depot for transport on a train of eight cars, with a brass band playing. About one third of the 412 from one city and 150 from Salt Lake reached the lake, then the train returned to Ogden by 9:30.
The dispatch reports President Taylor and the executive appearing with counsel. Dupen Joxettox and others attended with subpoena documents. objections and pro cards are noted. The case, by mutual consent, continues to tomorrow at ten o'clock.
In this 1879 report a wife of a Mr Idok bears a fine son, with mother and infant both said to be progressing favorably.
Obituary fragment notes the death of an infant son of Homer on Bull in Willard City Utah on July 1 1379 aged 6 years 5 months from a illness described as a form of diphtheria common in the era. The fragment laments the loss to the family and uses poetic lines about angels and flowers.
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