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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1880
Page
2
An arrest in Germany involves a nobleman accused of stealing a three dollar breast pin. The tale reflects a prior era when robbery was seen as acceptable by some nobility.
The piece notes a shift in Republican feeling away from Grant with Conkling Cameron and Logan yielding to pressure. It argues the delegates may choose a unity slate and keynote to avert imperialist dangers, praising a return to true Republican principles if the Chicago convention adheres to that path.
An excerpt extols the University of Deseret founded in 1850, noting its three departments Preparatory Normal and Academic and its role in fostering literature languages and sciences. It warns against excess and ill advised use of drink and ice cream and discusses summer health tips.
Fragmented remark discusses potential Republican nominees and the risk of military rulers harming liberties. Mentions Victor Hugo and Shakespeare as warnings, notes patriotic citizens wary of swift victories and dictatorial tendencies.
Tarnack offers a Brooklyn cipher on politics calling for divine rule over the United States. He envisions a nation led by God, cites Plymouth Rock and Valley Forge, and pleads for national unity with religious praise and broad national reform.
A pro sugar article argues gold and sugar fuelling wealth, urges Utah to grow sugar beets and build refineries. It cites sugar demand, compares beet use in Europe, and outlines a feasible, profitable path for domestic sugar production with 10 acres yielding about 200 tons.
An enthusiastic description praises the Journal’s broad range including religion history astronomy literature and geography. It highlights effective editing by Elder Juniua F. Walle and urges every family to support the publication.
A heated critique targets the Salt Lake Tribune editor and his successor, accusing years of anti Mormon bias and libelous writing. The piece argues Congress aided liberal aims to overturn church power, notes possible moderation in a new newspaper, and doubts lasting reform.
The district pivots to a three year rotation for school trustees with one 3 year, one 2 year and one 1 year term. The change aims to stability and infusion of new forces while aligning with progress and Mormon principles. Voters should select candidates with probity and fellowship with the community, not division.
The report notes the Curcato convention as the central topic while Grant supporters suffer defeats and seek to shape the nomination around Blaine. Washburne is viewed by Grant allies as the strongest honest candidate, with possible shifts from unbustering strategies. Democratic strength from 1876 remains active in politics.
Fragmentary note discusses a territorial lunatic asylum location and rivals from Petah and Bal Laid counties. Mentions Rome and railroad facilities and a future home for some citizens. Ends with unclear statement about trelcomel.
Local note explains Deseret News on Lot Smith’s 1862 cavalry 105 days service finds no bounty or homestead privilege for those enlisting under a year. Soldiers may secure war department discharge certificates to pursue land residency deductions with the General Land Office and Adjutant General, aided by identity evidence. Charles D Evans pressed Geo Q Cannon. inquiries indicate no immediate benefits, only potential future certificates.
A disruptive crowd at a Reform Club entertainment in Ogden caused women to leave their seats. The letter urges special police to attend public meetings and arrest ringleaders to curb hoodlum activity and restore order.
The piece notes recent improvements north of the city with flourishing gardens. Richter and Fry plant young trees, Jos Parry and Join Chip manage fine gardens, while D A Peery builds a 75 foot board fence. Encouragement to replace brush fences with solid boards and cultivate top garden varieties.
The First District Court session to day yields decisions on demurrers and filings. Morill vs Pew demurrer sustained with 20 days to amend. Ogden City vs Steven motion to dismiss granted. Shaughnessy vs Beug demurrer sustained with Hyenty days to file. Marah vs Towell and Wenry marshal show cause order. Parry and Henderson admitted to citizenship.
A New York floras issue offers methods to exterminate peach borers found in tree trunks not roots. It suggests killing larvae June eggs, wrapping the lower trunk with paper or forming a soil mound around the base to prevent future attacks, and notes early discovery helps control pests.
Notes from a Fre ajed tf Joan W Lowstt regarding a McCormick self binding harvester and new features.
A dispute near a sheep shearing site escalated into violence. The farmer attacked Maynard with sheep shears, slashing his right side and ear. Maynard bled heavily and doctors had given up, though a chance of recovery remained.
On Saturday next the Ogden base ball club will face Harrisville at Liberty Square. The Ogden boys feel confident of beating their opponents, while Harrisville players also expect a win.
Preparations are underway to install finishing iron gates for the Court House fence. Stevens & Brother executed the project and it is praised as a great credit to them. Completion is expected within the week.
A crowded Tae Keeney House and a Salt Lake train bound for north east south and west figure in a brief notice. The paper notes a missing $100 bill and asks for it to be returned to Larkness & Co. For readers, the full act on bees from the last legislative session is published.
Territorial asylum commissioners met to vote on a location for the new Lunatic Asylum. Ballots split 3 1 1 1 among Salt Lake Utah Weber and Davis counties with Salt Lake leading in one tally. Davis County favored Shepherds Canyon site pending water and land title proof. committee appointed to investigate. The commission adjourned to Wednesday for further balloting.
A garbled report describes a thief stealing canned fruit from a cellar off Main Street, with the owner pursuing the thief and slipping into a shallow, covered trench. The culprit escaped as dawn broke, leaving the victim dazed and the scene littered with confused remarks and ungrammatical asides.
The city welcomes Mr. Ww. & Child's summer goods display and notes visits from actor Harry Emery and rifle expert Dr John Rath and wife. Emery recently finished in Montana with Al. Savatelle's troupe and plans to join Nellie Boyd in Sacramento. Dr Rath and wife arrived from California and will present exhibitions along the route.
A married woman and a transient Scandinavian were watched at Collins Hotel. Alma Keyes burst into their room, leading to their arrest. Justice Middleton fined each $50 and costs. The woman faces prison board, while the man will aid decor at the broadways.
Mr Joseph K Parcell of Wallsburg Walsted County reports a serious injury to Mrs B Plant of that settlement. A shotgun leaning by the door fell when she opened it and discharged into her right foot. Neighbors aided her but no surgeon could attend. Amputation of the foot expected.
About two months ago a man named Marshall, posing as an artist, came to the Reef soliciting orders for colored photograph enlargements. He swindled several citizens who paid in advance. He is now in Tucson, Arizona, with southern exchanges urged to circulate warnings. If he travels here, local authorities will introduce him to those who expose city frauds.
Advertising copy notes B H Goddard & Co bookbinders turn out excellent binding of books and magazines plus paper ruling bills and letter heads tabbed album repaired maps mounted and more. Blank book manufacture is specialty with low prices and solid elegant work. Call four to bind books and magazines ten.
Two young riders in a street scene on Sixth and Franklin attempt a performance with onlookers shouting encouragement. A sudden jerk caused the riders to fall from their mounts but no injuries occurred. The lesson echoed that they should not take risks again.
The Improvement Societies of Ogden announce a Sunday evening June 6 at 6 30 p m for the first circuit conference in the Second Ward Nesting House. All interested are invited. President Jos A West will attend and an interesting time is anticipated.
On the 19th of this month a champion rider will give an exhibition at Ogden Driving Park. He aims to cover 100 miles in under four hours and nineteen and a half minutes to win.
A tangle of excitement at the depot as six car loads of narrow gauge wheels head west for J B Montgomery in San Francisco. Punwan’s private car passes through Ogden to honor Oregon railroad directors. May telegraph reports cover the Chicago battle and Salt Lake City death counts. New mosquito bar beds by John Bortz promote protection against pests.
Under the Young Ladies Mutual Improvement association of the Third Ward a grand parlor entertainment was held at the Court House Saturday to raise funds for a dairy. Performances included The Thirteen Original States Joan of Arc May Pole Dance High Life. Mrs Emilie D Madsen led the event with top talent.
A mean prank on the north part of the beach has killed two dogs after they ate poisoned meat. One dog died near a ditch south of Driving Lark. the carcass lies on the road and should be buried immediately. Authorities warn that anyone caught poisoning premises faces serious consequences.
A call to address a polluted block bounded by Main Fourth Fifth and Young streets is made amid claims it harbors disease filth and risk of fire. The writer labels it an abomination to public decency and warns of a possible catastrophe if ignored.
The Malod trial of Dan Hoberts concluded with his acquittal yesterday. Prosecutors pressed for conviction but failed to prove the charges. Public opinion long favored Hoberts with support for Roberts and the pursuit of justice acknowledged by readers.
A splendid party at Kiremen's Hall last evening proved a great success. The beneficiary felt free and the organizers including Cala vite and He gehtlémen received praise for their able management.
A Salt Lake planned Fourth of July celebration faced unity issues with committee resignations. The suggestion calls for Ogden to organize a strong citywide event on the date, urging a mass meeting of citizens merchants and business leaders to finalize plans and ensure an enjoyable celebration in Utah.
Great interest runs on the streets over Republican doings in Chicarg The Joxction and Western Unitg bulletin boards eagerly seek total details Bro Nutt posted announcements quickly in his sample room The Democratic Convention centers in Cincinnati on the 18th inst and Ogden has more Democrats than Republicans promising a more interesting occasion
Proceedings before Hon F Heemer son presiding show the court denied a motion to set aside a judgment in the Lehnein case and granted defendants demurrer to the complaint with sixty days to amend. Several parties were admitted to citizenship.
The matter, once in Justice Court and dismissed on appeal by Judge Emerson, awaits any further action by the City which must take the initiative. Meanwhile the defendant gathers names and occupations of citizens to place on the decennial register.
The Keeney House reopens after closure and will operate as a lodging house with a bar and billiard room attached. No meals will be served. the dining hall will be repurposed for lodging use with catering plans discussed by Mr. Beardsley and associates.
Trains brought in a goodly number of passengers this morning and Beardsley’s tables were crowded with travelers. Faints and Oils at Wade’s store drew the appetite of the crowd as Wade’s provisions were displayed.
A damaged note advertises a pamphlet titled A Fare Book of nearly 100 large octave pages for the sick by Dr E B Foors. It claims cures for scrofula breathing diseases heart troubles and other ailments. Sent for three cent stamp from Mcnway Hint Pox Co No 129 E 28th Street New York.
In the May 29 1680 entry from XK Lake City 15th Ward a child of William K and Margaret Fake is recorded aged 20 years 3 months and 3 days.
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