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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1879
Page
2
A fragmentary notice notes a public sentiment that Christians should unite in response to conflict. The text references a forthcoming struggle and calls for faith driven action. Further context is unavailable due to the damaged source.
A garbled OCR item records an unclear quote about summer and a supposed obligation or declaration. Named individuals or organizations are not discernible in the readable text. Further context is needed to identify persons or events.
The June and July figures from Moore's Rural Life are presented in this issue of the periodical, noted for its engaging rural content and practical reading. It promises instructive material and steady literary value for subscribers.
A fragmentary report notes Wis organising an event on Gordon Bennett’s slip for exploring Artc regions. The Butte Winer claims Bennett has not yet played the strongest game of Vole-oh, highlighting ongoing uncertainty about his form.
A fragment reveals Zach Cranpier describing his rise to prominence as a bruiser. The piece notes public curiosity about his path and frames his story as a self admitted hard hitter.
Fragmentary text discusses political figures Jones Wheel er and Sharon claiming vice presidency and Nevada senate status, mentioning public affairs and entitlement to premium.
A Plainsdale area report states farmers feed cooked dead hogs to healthy animals during cholera outbreaks and claim a cure is often achieved. The account notes the method is used locally when cholera appears among the herd.
A Carson report notes a married man named 3 Curocon ran off with his hired servant, highlighting leisure class amusements and a shift in local hiring. The piece suggests reputational fallout may impede obtaining work in Carson households.
The passage describes Eyes Trouss as long headed and strong headed, positioned in obscurity. It notes he lagged behind times, and though once correct, he has drifted from progressives, with wisdom no longer useful to the current generation.
The New York Sun says his past shopkeeping in Fossoris reflects not discredit but the era’s harsh trade pressures. He kept his counter while Generals Ewing and Rice fought to preserve the Union.
Mae and Dorsey of New York bequeath real estate valued at a quarter of a million to Jefferson Davis. The gesture is said to reflect admiration for his case and career, contrasting with northern extremist sentiment.
Fragmentary prose praises American resolve and leadership figures as they contrast the United States with Britain. The text evokes national pride, liberty, and martial imagery, mentioning “the conquering heroes” and the return of the eagle to American shores amid concerns over Britain.
The letter references a startling announcement that the Grand Vizier of Turkey proposes to resign and warns of potential degradation if the move is carried out. The writer hopes the rash decision will be reconsidered to avoid total despair.
In New York Tugaury commends the Cox verdict for upholding facts over defense pleas. He denounces leniency for murderers caused by fraudulent insanity claims and injurious honor arguments, urging death as fitting for the murderer and condemning sympathizers as enemies to humanity.
Informed winds prevailing this season deter Hon A H Stephens from summering at sea and objections arise to a stranger entering the state amid crowded conditions caused by Mr David Davis. The correspondent notes Aleela could hold two reasonable-sized people and compares Davis with Alex Stevens as ordinary in size.
A city editorial argues against the current site for a proposed seminary near the City Hall and Second Ward schoolhouse. It contends the location is not central, lacks room, and harms neighborhood aesthetics, urging a central Union Square site at a nominal price to maximize educational value and future benefit. The piece defends trustees and asks readers to convince them if shown to be wrong, promising to amend.
A California physician disputes Nevada climate criticisms from the Tue Yingixia Chronicle, asserting Nevada air is dry and pure and particularly beneficial for consumptives. He notes he has practiced across California and finds Nevada climate favorable for lung patients, countering Sacramento's warning.
Fragmentary text speaks of a family awaiting an inheritance and a voyage across water and land to claim it. The speaker addresses Uncle, saying they will go to the place when the time arrives, despite vast distances. The tone is solemn and anticipatory.
A prominent Western livestock dealer, described as a leading figure in the field, traveled through Ogden yesterday with a two car load of hogs. He is noted as a respected persona in the industry and a frequent meeting with whom readers are pleased to see.
In solemn terms, commentators question why other walkers escape accountability, arguing a public need for decisive action to end ongoing suffering and provide relief. The remarks frame Walker as a catalyst for broader scrutiny and reform.
A San Francisco group notes improving relations as they pursue a new female based hall club and a female figurehead. Members urge full, inclusive progress and insist on continuing their efforts without hesitation.
An Arkansas planter’s son, Robert Pillow, was bitten by a cottonmouth while hunting. He drank whisky after the accident, then more on the way home, claiming the alcohol induced a Niagara Fall of perspiration that expelled the poison and saved him.
A meteor passed over Northwestern Iowa with a bright trail and cannon-like sound. It struck near Estherville, creating a 14 foot hole and leaving soil scattered in a 20 yard radius. the object weighed about 630 pounds and was found 15 feet underground. Also mentioned are the death of Lewis Edwards after rat bite complications and a Missouri convict romance interrupted at Jefferson City Penitentiary.
From Winnemucca’s Daily Silver State we hear of nun sociables forbidding talking for half an hour, husbands planning to escort wives, a baby finding a live scorpion in its hand, and a mine quarrel where a man threatened to kill for ten dollars and wounded another with a butcher knife.
A Salt Lake resident had an eye removed after years of pain and risk to the other eye. an artificial eye will be fitted. Lieut Willard Young departs for New York to face promotion examiners on the 13th. Messale to report to West Point around August 11 as an Engineer instructor. In Sandy a miner fight in a Cottonwood saloon left one man stabbed near the heart and another dangerously wounded. the assailant will be arrested.
Boston June 25 The flood of business is underway with a surge in flannel sales and a revival of iron works in Pennsylvania and the west. Thousands of miles of railroads surveyed and contracts soon to follow will raise employment and fuel westward emigration. Land grant sales to railroads and the government show business title rolling inward.
A dispatch announces the Omaha League club will tour the Pacific Coast with three games against the Deserts on the 24th 20th and 26th of the month. The eastern league team aims to showcase its noted fielding lineup and spark interest for future visits. The press recalls a 12 inning win over Dubuques and predicts a lively gate despite uncertain weather.
The text speculates on world population and land measures and contrasts it with the needs of the current population. It then promotes Dr. Pierce's Family Medicines, claiming Golden Medical Discovery cures Scrofulous throat and lung diseases and Sage’s Catarrh Remedy, with testimonials for women’s health from Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription. It references The People’s Common Sense Medical Adviser, its price, sales, and author RK Pierce M D of Buffalo New York.
Woonwxea receives a car-load of Seltzer water imported from Germany. Local officials note the shipment boosts regional beverage options and reflects cross border trade. Damen Seltzer Co. supplied the goods and Germany's export guidelines were followed.
The San Francisco Stock Report notes a permanent Astorian and Winnemucca Railroad Company organization with half the capital subscribed. If built, the line would run north of Winnemucca in Nevada, into Oregon, linking Nevada and Idaho’s mineral and agricultural regions to rail networks.
A West native and former railroad worker arrived Thursday and, after being refused another drink for intoxication, resisted with a rambling oath and threats to end his spree. He claimed he could not be sober without one more drink.
Sunday's Daily reports the Stake quarterly conference at the Tabernacle with Apostles Franklin D. Richards and Joseph F. Smith present. Addressed by J F Monch and others on signs of the times, gospel experiences, and duties. County bishop reports show prosperity and relief societies aiding the needy.
Rainfall totals modest at .07 inches amounting to routine weather notes. Hotels report thriving business as printers face renewed baseball mania. Ontario mine reports strong strike results and Germania increases refined lead production. Stewart mine yielded over 100000 in gold, while Ontario pays a 0.50 dividend for its fortieth fifth share. Telecommunication upgrades near completion. gauge railroad discussed. local foundry plans urged. Pinafore dress rehearsal delights 400 for a children’s company, with full scenery and performance praised. Edgar Kesler, son of Bishop Kesler, recovering after sunstroke in a hay field. condition improves today.
The Reno Gazette reports eight to ten masked men entered White Il to capture Thomas Rogers who slept at the saloon. He was dragged to the V T bridge, tarred and feathered, then released with orders to flee town. Rogers returned, drunk and vocal, claiming the attackers.
Letter from Ii. D. F. notes the end of Terminus correspondence. He laments the halt of U N Railroad plans to Montana, predicts land losses for locals, and hopes Red Rock Valley reaches Montana by November with renewed freight competition once N P R R connects. He plans a final retreat to Zion.
Yesterday Mr. John Wilson placed upon our table a bouquet rich in fragrance and color. Roses pinks pansies tiger lilies larkspure and mignonette were among the blooms. Many thanks, Mrs Wilson.
Donovan, a noted member of the ring, arrived from the east and had supper at Keeney Trousa before taking the express to the west. He will meet MacLellan of the Pacific coast in San Francisco for a $2000 side fight in August.
A grand entertainment will be given on July 24 in the Tabernacle at Salt Lake City. A large number of people from Ogden will attend as reduced rates are offered on the U C R R. Fall particulars can be found in the advertisement.
From Tuesday's Daily July 22. A joke by about a score of well dressed youths as hungry tramps at a saloon. The first dozen received food and drink while the last five left with stale bread. The owner, patient and forgiving, ultimately recouped losses as others patronized the saloon to cover the gift.
Charles Schlesinger returns from the West recounting his arrest for selling goods in Nevada without a drummer's license. He alleges malicious prosecution by a local merchant over old debts. Warrant issued Sunday morning, trial Sunday afternoon. fines of 50 100 and 250 dollars imposed. Prosecution of the witness for unlicensed business also fined. Appeals contemplate justice from a higher court.
About 11:30 pm a fire at a former machine shop of N C Flygoure Co and later W G Child’s agricultural warehouse on Fifth Street destroyed the building, threshing machine parts, grain, and 300 pounds of dried peaches. Fire brigade arrived late, losses pegged around 5000 dollars, insured up to 2000. cause unknown, suspected tramp arson.
The Omaha baseball club arrives Wednesday for a three day series, drawing strong crowds from Omaha to San Francisco. Deseret fans look for a solid showing as the visit boosts West tour prospects and local interest centers on the Deseret squad. A separate report notes five men robbed of $50 near Fillmore on the road to Scipio, marking Millard county’s third highway robbery in three months with no suspects.
Herald Nash reports Marshal Shaughnessy qualified as receiver by court order with bondsmen Campbell Cullen Co. The next step is transfer of real estate in the heir suit. General P E Connor, back from New York, forms a company to run Jacobs smelter at Lockton with smelting and refining plans. A sample from Ontario's 600 foot level shows an assay of 289 to 3 ounces of silver per ton. ore extraction begins and will be vigorously pursued.
A Saturday night mob of youths roamed the southwest city throwing rocks at roofs doors and windows alarming residents. A rock shattered a window at W S Browns house near Sixth and Franklin at 11 pm prompting calls for early bedtimes to prevent repeats.
The notes report Mallory’s joy as midwife McAllister informs him his wife has twin boys. He hopes they grow up wise and settled, while the mother and children are well. A shed fire on July 20 at John A. Peterson’s place caused about 100 dollars in damage with unknown origin. Sheriff Alvin Crockett’s son had a nonfatal railroad injury, recovering after being knocked by a wagon but escaping serious harm.
A damaged OCR fragment describes a school or community pageant with references to a Central Theatre, a marching party, Salt Lake route, and a past event. It mentions an introductory overture, songs, dances, climbing, sack racing, refreshments, and a prize chess match. The garbled text lists names and places with unclear roles.
A Nevada report details the Yellow Jacket shaft nearing 0.5 miles depth with ongoing drilling. Prospects rise for reaching deeper levels as Belcher incline depth reaches 2,805 feet. The article notes plans to place a giant charge to blast through toward the shaft bottom.
Last evening a tramp hid between a car and the track as the Utah Centat train pulled out. The train stopped and the man was ejected into the weeds. A second tramp was later found in a similar position and warned the crew he would not leave until the train stopped.
A youth near Nephi on Utah Southern suffered a grave accident when a projection caught his clothes and pulled him under a platform. He attempted to free himself but his arm was dragged about a rod and a half, nearly severed. An amputation just below the elbow was necessary. The community laments the tragedy.
The Inter Ocean cites Thackeray and others noting inconsistent living habits. A response quotes a man who disregards medical advice, saying he drinks, smokes, eats as warned, and questions what to expect from such defiance.
A letter from officers of the Will gation Company expresses dissatisfaction among interested parties over stalled matters and slow progress. It notes sewer work nearing completion and advocates starting the river bridge project, urging continued worker effort and prompt action.
The Salt Lake Herald notes a warning to Mr Beatty and his assistant attorney regarding jokes during examinations. It threatens public extremity if the remarks continue and urges restraint to avoid legal consequences.
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