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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1880
Page
2
A historical postal entry notes second class matter status for Orden City Utah and mentions a Philadelphia asylum housing 13 620 canine and feline miseraffes since its establishment.
A Ress tax crime man reportedly shot his son after learning the son was involved in criminal plots and then killed himself, authorities said. The incident appears to be a fatal result of discovering alleged Nililist activity and internal family conflict.
The article notes that Daevanians are to be abolished from the French army because they burden bearers and are less audible than bugles. Drummers reportedly remain unarmed as part of the reform.
In the wake of the November vote, a belief grows that the democracy will secure an overwhelming national majority unseen in U.S. history. Critics warn the nation will declare a parlor of Hapcock Englishmen, as Democrats triumph and Republicans fear a comeback.
A Presbyterian pastor described hell as a blazing, earthen furnace with tormented souls in vivid detail. The sermon, reported by the Philadelphia Times, depicted endless screams and the red hot floor scene to illustrate eternal punishment, provoking uproar among readers.
The article cites Garfield denying ownership of Credit Mobilier stock and details committee notes about Ames receipt of dividends. It contrasts Garfields denials with editorials urging Garfield to personally respond, noting public pressure and calls for candor in his defense.
The piece argues the stage mirrors life, showcasing virtue and vice, joy and sorrow. It traces theatre from Job and ancient Greece to Shakespeare and Moliere, noting shifts from church control to modern artistic value, with stage a potent instrument of moral instruction.
New York bookseller Fenn & Co promotes the Hungarian refugee Louis Kossuth’s historical work Mensoirs of my Fxile. The volume is described as full of interesting and new information and offered at a low price accessible to all readers.
The astronomer Fear HH Draven argues that Jupiter shines with intrinsic light, potentially elevating the planet from mere celestial body to a form of fixed stellar status, according to his interpretation.
A Tur. T. pay car is scheduled to visit Ogden this afternoon at 5 15 local time to serve residents. The event details indicate a community outreach effort with expected turnout.
The piece argues the Cincinnati Democratic ticket of Hancock and English promises strong, open administration, contrasting it with Republican fears of a weak ticket. It praises Hancock as a war hero and criticizes party machines, urging broad support for a fresh, populist administration.
The Chicago News denounces the treatment of an elderly California landholder whose property was granted by Mexico before U.S. annexation. It laments gold hunters overrunning his land, failing protection, and a congressional denial of reparation, calling it monstrous injustice.
The fragment discusses political nominees and outcomes with references to Cincinnati, Hayes, Tilden, Hancock, the Indiana man, and Arthur. It notes that neither party has elected a president at Cincinnati and hints at expected results and reactions across parties.
The article notes vast seal harvests with 22,000 seals in a single day aboard a ship in 1866 and averages of 21,000 seals per ship in Newfoundland in 1897 1900 figures show Dundee weavers harvesting a total of 90 450 seals.
An alert warns that a tainted elixir marketed as Kaisers celebrated German Elixir harms children with croup and respiratory diseases. The piece urges buyers to insist on genuine German Elixir with the Prussian coat of arms and Doctor Kaleer signature, noting wholesalers and sale agents.
Signora Savilla dei Franchi's twin sons Louia and Fabien share a mystic bond. Louia dies after a duel with a nobleman in Paria. Fabien travels from the paternal estate to Paris to avenge him. The brothers’ fated encounters unfold in Fontainebleau where Fabien slays the killer, and Louis returns as a haunting vision before a dramatic tableau ending the tale.
A Thursday incident at Father Free's farm near Salt Lake City left a toddler vomiting poison after drinking lye from a box in the yard. Relatives including Mrs. Elvira Kimball rushed to aid as oil and Jordan were used to induce vomiting. The child showed signs of distress but improved slightly. doctors remain hopeful against a fatal outcome.
Small towns in the territory move to establish water systems for domestic needs manufacturing and fire protection. Park City adopts the Light Water Type system with Jos A West as local agent. West supervised delivery and transfer of five to six miles of piping from San Francisco, four carloads received and two more en route.
Yesterday evening a party of friends and relatives gathered at the residence of Warren G. Chil to celebrate the marriage of his daughter Susan Child to Mr Albert Herrick son of Mayor Lester J. Merrick. A splendid repast and attentiveness marked the event with several presents for the bride. The brass band serenaded the couple as guests departed early, wishing prosperity and happiness for Mr and Mrs Herrick.
The Billinggate editor of the U S Tribune vents about a column by the Justice in Tuesday’s issue. He defends Mackay from reported truths and denounces a local hireling for supporting his master despite unbecoming conduct.
Wm. Driver arrived in Ogden last evening and was met at the depot by many friends. He was serenaded by Ogden and Fourth Ward brass bands and expressed happiness to be home, extending heartfelt welcomes to him.
A Utah first edition by Prof. Leo Haefeli and E Hf Anderson earns praise. The volume features Haefeli's discourse The Good the True and the Beautiful and poems Ulome Eternity Love by Anderson, plus revised Family Joya and Griefs and essays on Francis Bacon Shakespeare Milton by Anderson aimed at youth.
The Ogden Orchestral Society advances well and plans an early concert featuring Gilmore's grand national anthem Columbia. Attendees may expect a pleasant surprise and a rich musical feast from the hardworking ensemble.
Thursday afternoon a boy employed in the broom factory of Mr Scoville on Young street had two fingers mangled in the broom corn dresser. Surgical aid was quickly summoned and Dru Cannanhan and Powers dressed the wounds as circumstances allowed. The fingers were amputated but the patient is improving though disabled for some time.
A train viewpoint sparked a mock ballot on Hancock and Garfield showing 2 votes for Hancock and 16 for Garfield. The piece suggests Hancock will win the presidency at the election, reflecting a speculative tone about the outcome.
In Corinne Nevada Mr Hyde reports that after receiving the names of Democratic nominees in Cincinnati a crowd fired salutes with anvils. An anvil burst sending a fragment into the crowd striking and killing a boy instantly.
Tar travelers from Salt Lake arrived this morning while a shooting match concluded yesterday with Messie Chapman and Butler beating McNutt and Giles. A dog fight on Youth Street drew attention as dogs stood ready, one named Biase r
A Logan man bought a cow and brought it home to milk it himself. The cow kicked his mother-in-law twice during the milking attempt. A friend, joking about mother-in-law hazards, offered $50 to guarantee the cow will kick whenever a woman tries milking.
Ogden offers two plays this evening Corsican Brothers and the Mysterious Burglar with a likely full house. An original song Floating on the Lake will be performed by Miss Nettie Douglasy. Reasonable admission rates noted.
A Salt Lake City paper figures in a humorous Echo to Ogden official rail pass tale. An agent greets a rider hopeful for a pass, asks how to reach Echo, and is told simply to walk. The would be passenger pays for the ride anyway.
A bulletin board notice claimed J L English of Cincinnati was nominated for vice president causing street confusion until fuller dispatches clarified the matter. The News advised慎 care before jumping to conclusions, warning of potential embarrassment.
The Watchman predicts a lively fight for Beaver County assessor and collector in August. The position, unique in the county, pays about $500 salary and the text implies corruption risks. The sheriff's office is noted as underpaid, suggesting distrust in public pay.
A telegram from Richfield reports a sad accident involving Stanley Davis of this place. He fired a pistol from his pocket yesterday afternoon, the hammer striking a rock. the ball entered the left leg above the knee, likely breaking the thigh bone and remaining lodged in the leg.
Yesterday Mr A C Christensen Brigham City post master received a call. Mr Hf G Curtis and Capt EG Barker arrived from Arizona this morning. The men, long in that territory, plan to return to Arizona in the fall.
The Watchman notes Timber fires across northwest Frisco mountains and Beaver County population rising from 1400 in 1870 to about 4000. Mentions lye poisoning in Salt Lake, a water tank burst in Frisco with 90000 gallons, Moore of Silver Horn company bearing costs, and local gossip about a mail fraud.
A man in the Second Ward of Salt Lake reported a mule theft after a mysterious character arrived on a mule and rode off at full speed. Sheriff McKeay alerted Sheriff Brown to watch the northern road as suspected team parts were stolen en route to a canyon rush.
Joan Seat continues a run of profitable horse trades, leveraging market insight and timing to maximize gains. The sparse report notes growing reputation in equine dealing circles as wins mount.
A large audience attended the Woodmansee Theatre Saturday for the Corsican Brothers and a Mysterious Burglar. The first act collapsed due to a misunderstanding between cast members, leaving only partial performance and mortification for the company. Nettie Douglass sang Floating on the Lake and received two bouquets before the farce by Lizzie Jost and others uplifted audience spirits.
Mr A Christensen of Brigham City reports a year old child of Mr Horsley became very feverish then a large red spot appeared on the neck resembling a spider bite. Ammonia applied, a worm about three quarters of an inch long emerged and the child recovered with symptoms resolving. The observer notes the case as singular and of interest to medical professionals.
On a visit to Hoopersilis the farms, gardens, and orchards appear in excellent condition. Residents plan to bring in the Central Canal to restore barren land, expecting rain following a favorable harvest. People are healthy and anticipate abundant yields for farmers.
A group of prominent Ogden citizens push a spirited Fourth of July observance with strong local support from authorities and business leaders. The editors forecast grand doings and urge the community to back the committee with open hearts and funds as details will appear in tomorrow’s issue.
Heber P. Kimball & Co. discover a seven foot thick coal vein eight miles beyond the Nevada line and twenty three miles from the Central Pacific railroad. The coal is high quality suitable for coke and may be worth more than thirty thousand dollars, with smelters in Nevada and Utah likely to benefit. Licine near Grouse Creek is the nearest known point. The Central Pacific offered 30 000 for discoveries but may be surpassed by this find.
On Saturday a small crowd watched the Smith versus Wagsta il race. After two miles Wagsta il dropped out, Smith declared winner. Bets on Wagsta il finishing ten miles were paid, drawing harsh talk of a sellout in the affair.
Sunday evening around 4 30 at the depot Mr Charles Bune accompanied a lady. He stepped away to close doors and a male assailant seized the woman s arm while she resisted. Bune returned as the assailant fled. A strong, well directed bullet would have aided his cane.
The Supreme Court met Thursday with Chief Justice Hunter and Justices Emerson and Loreman. Appeals and cases were scheduled with exhibits from the District Court hearing for a new trial. Multiple parties argued or submitted cases, including J.B. Wilkins, Iron County, Singer Manufacturing, and Elizabeth Kinney. The court adjourned to Friday at 11 and again to Monday, June 28.
The Weber Stake home missionaries list dates and meetings for Sunday July 4 1881. Central Board with Stake Presidency to meet Mutual Improvement Societies at Eden schoolhouse with two sessions at 10 am and 2 pm. multiple ward representatives named from Plain City North Ogden Uintah Moroni Slaterville and others.
An advertiser promotes Curea Indigestion a sour stomach remedy and Deapesia as a new andreliat tonic. The notice lists Driver and Son and McNutt & Co Ogden as sponsors or distributors.
A fac simile volume by E. B. Foors offers notes on scrofula breathing organ diseases and ailments of men women and heart troubles with claims of cure. It invites purchase for three cents and provides a mailing address at 129 B 28th Street NTs m7 4m.
Married in Salt Lake City Albert Ilerrick son of Mayor Ilerrick and Miss Susan Child daughter of Esq of this city.
Obscure notice mentions Joseph Smith son of John and Luc Sith with illness during a night in Ogden City. Deseret News and Stor Plows referenced in fragmentary text. No clear event or outcome is established in readable lines.
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