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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1880
Page
2
The piece urges thorough room ventilation to prevent disease, detailing how to air bedrooms and living spaces, avoid polluted air, and prevent fungal growth. It warns against stale air and cites the Black Hole of Calcutta as a caution, then notes economic commentary from The Economist on 1879 80 trade balances involving England and Europe.
An official report shows education advance from 1837 to 1878 with 5,967 communes lacking schools in 1837, down to 312 in later years. School facilities expanded for 20,000 more scholars, subsidies rising from 8,620,000 to nearly 20,000,000 francs, literacy increasing from 42 to 85 percent.
San Jose Town Talk quotes California papers criticizing San Francisco as the filthiest city at present. It mocks sloppy streets and unsafe crossings and suggests dragging the Street Superintendent through mud to clean it up.
The article compares recent economic hardship to the seven lean kine in Egyptian lore and foresees seven fat years ahead. It cites a worldwide crisis, uneven harvests in Europe, and a buoyant American harvest as triggers for renewed prosperity and rising trade, railroads, and industry.
The article notes revival in grain trade with England supplying iron and material, boosting continental ties and widening imports into Europe. It argues improvements take time to diffuse, warns famine in Ireland and hardship in Silesia despite overall gains, and calls for patience and action rather than waiting for luck.
A reflective piece critiques San Francisco's transformation from liberty to licentiousness amid Chinese immigration and labor capital conflicts. It warns of political manipulation and social unrest while urging measured, humane solutions to racial and economic tensions.
Special to the journal reports the ceremony at Beaver Canyon where a three car train carried visitors to drive the first spike. Captain Hulaniski struck the spike amid cheers. children drove the second spike. speeches by E T Mullaniski and L J Fisk celebrated a 290 mile three foot gauge line. Messages from Helena and Butte greet the event as a milestone for freedom and regional development.
The Ogden Reform club at Woodmansee's Theatre held a crowded, satisfying entertainment last evening. Dr A B Condon opened, followed by Fourth Ward brass band music, choir numbers, speeches by several gentlemen, and a duet by Pierce and Dee. A Library fundraiser party is planned for Union Opera House tomorrow night.
A note dated March 9 invites R. B. Watson to a supper at 9 o’clock at the Commercial House, expressing gratitude for support from Jesava Wittraws and about 20 others. Watson replies kindly, accepting the gesture and looking forward to the reunion with R. B. Warsox.
Deseret News reports on Sunday January 8 Whit ney of Salt Lake fell from the top of a haystack while throwing feed to a cow. He tripped during the jump and struck his right arm on a board at the stack foot causing injury.
A correction clarifies that Mr Cortez held a mortgage on property linked to the Bues brothers. Instead of foreclosing he paid 500 beyond the mortgage and interest, received a warranty deed, and allowed the Bues to purchase, benefiting them rather than harming them. The writer urges gratitude for Cortez’s generosity and rightful possession.
A stray line shows readers noting spring may be here yet the chill remains in the shade. The observation captures a moment when warmth and coolness coexist, leaving locals unsure about seasonal shifts.
The People versus Newman indicted in November for assault with a deadly weapon faced a renewed hearing as Judge Hunter considered a continuance. The request cited the principal witness’s wife’s illness and the court kept the case for trial on the 18th, denying release on own recognizance.
The New Light Weight Water Pipe from American Pipe Company of San Francisco is praised as superior to iron piping for hydraulic, mining, water works and general use. It weighs about half as much, is made of Oregon pine bound with iron, lasts fifty years, and costs half as much as iron piping. Logan, Park City, and Ogden corporations are urged to adopt it, with agents Jos. A West of Ogden or sub agent David James of Salt Lake City handling orders.
Our Bookbindery announces enhanced bindings with the Junxeries bindery now in full trust. We bind all kinds of books on short notice and repair albums, mount maps, tab letters, and bill heads. A new paper cutter has been received and other items aid first class operation. Call Mr. B. Goddard for terms.
David James of Salt Lake City receives the contract to install Park City water works supplying pipes iron fittings hydrants and water gates. Work to begin soon. pipes bought from American Pipe Company with sub agency held by Jos A West of this city.
Personal Mr A J Keeny of Kelly Bros book binders Salt Lake City is in Ogden today and Mr G A Kenner of the Jenorton returns to Ogden after an extended southern Territory visit in good health.
Contributors are urged to meet at Richards and Williams on Thursday March 11 1880 at 7 o clock to appoint a committee to procure the present and conduct the presentation.
The paper recounts Harris the receipt-book thief posing as a Junction agent who fleeced buyers in the Southern settlement. It says the Jaxes Trax company refused to repudiate Harris receipts and offered a compromise to preserve subscribers’ time while the paper gained patronage but kept losses and expenses.
A North Ogden gathering on March 4th honored Elder Joseph Godfrey, a Church veteran, with gifts and toasts. T B Helm led the event as master of ceremonies after the hymn and speech recalling Godfrey’s life, joining the church, and travels with the Prophet Joseph.
The Third District Court yesterday acquitted Morris after a prior police magistrate finding, claiming double jeopardy. A large crowd had gathered outside the courthouse, intent on vengeance, but Morris was kept inside and no disturbance occurred.
The Herald reports the case against Henrietta Salisbury and co defendant Charles Morris for abusing Willie Jensen was dismissed after Morris was acquitted. The severance allowed separated trials, Morris led as test case, Judge Hunter’s ruling prompted Salisbury’s dismissal by Judge Vankile.
The letter discusses mutual support between papers after a period of adversity. It recalls public disagreements and a costly effort to please readers while criticizing a company and its spokesman, arguing that returning evil for good is unjustifiable.
The Phantom Ball at Union Hall has been postponed and then canceled to allow a grand ball for Irish sufferers. Organizers hope citizens will still support the charitable cause.
A three foot galena strike was reported yesterday in the south drift of the Coral Reef mine in Lincoln district. The ore runs seventy percent lead and carries gold and silver. Fifteen men are at work and the force will be increased. Detected near Enitor Ocneux Junctions and Deseret Telegraph line at 3 30 today.
A traveler described as a cow-rexener visits the town with a single hat richly adorned in glittering bands of gold lace. His breast bears several high-toned orders believed to have been conferred by European sovereigns.
In Frisco Utah the mining boom continues with vast ore finds across the Com stock and rival claims. Star mountains yield rich deposits with many companies like Frisco Mining and Smelting and Cerro Gordo at work. County officials Rogerson and Clayton arrived for office business as retreating daylight touches the horizon.
A manifesto from an organization calling itself the Citizens' Protective Union declares aims to preserve purity, protect life and property, restore confidence, and revive California industries. It condemns violence and Chinese immigration agitation, urges lawful methods, and warns against armed threats while pledging public order and prosperity. No signatures shown. attributed to leaders defending city stability.
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