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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1879
Page
2
The telegraph reports unprecedented crowds of aspiring officeholders in Washington, with lawmakers' lobbies and crowds posing tensions for senators like Gordon. The piece blames office seeking on American habits, laments politicians chasing power, and argues for merit and experience in public service.
A late dispatch reports Rowell the English challenger won the 500 mile contest, finishing ahead of Ennis and Tartlman as crowds and police faced a hostile New York reception. The event highlighted international pedestrianism, with Rowell earning the prize money amid strong public attention.
Szegedin lies submerged as 70 000 residents face homelessness and hunger. Rzegertin, a key Hungarian commercial hub, also endures flood damage. The Hungarian Diet debates relief and preventive actions amid political blame and urgency to aid distressed populations.
In a fragmentary report the names Tudge Blodgett and Randall appear as subjects of scrutiny, while Seward is noted as cleared and Porter faces uncertain outcomes. The text hints at a propitious moment for Ero Talmage and others, signaling a potentially favorable future amid the bustle.
Cyrus W. Field hosted a New York gathering marking the Atlantic cable’s anniversary. The event honored Field's perseverance and the five original backers who pledged to fund the project, bringing the United States and Europe closer.
The Chicago paper claimed a Utah open estate dispute with grand implications for the Church and heirs. The author counters that the will distributed the estate fairly among wives and children, aside from a reserve fund for widows, and urges readers to seek accurate sources rather than sensational speculation.
The text notes serious debt and attempts to ease investigations rather than scandalize Archbishop Purcell. It suggests consolation in his distinguished company and mentions a large fortune and ongoing efforts to discharge investigations.
A Washington dispatch notes next year’s census may show an 8 5 million population rise, boosting House seats by 66 to 459 and the Electoral College to 435. New York likely gains five, while Illinois Iowa Kansas Michigan Missouri Ohio Pennsylvania Texas and Wisconsin gain four each. several states show no growth.
An eastern editor offers a dubious recipe for breaking oxen. It suggests extreme tactics such as hoisting by a tail, horns tied to a pole, and a five ton pile driver, then notes if that fails to start a newspaper and trust subscriptions.
The piece notes Mrs Betta Lockxwoon as the first woman admitted to the Supreme Court bar. It questions the impact of increasing female lawyers, arguing there are already more male lawyers than needed and that adding women will not improve the situation.
A man who attempts to rob a single citizen meets fierce, unavoidable resistance. A burglar who tries to steal many spoons risks instant buckshot fire. When the same man is elected to the Legislature and robs a whole State he goes free.
An unfinished note recalls St Patrick’s expulsion of the rep posed from Ireland and describes a lax anniversary in major Union cities. The piece pictures a holiday mood with revelry among crowds, claiming the day’s events did not convulse the nation.
Wabse Haurrow urges Congress to repeal the supervisor law even if it means opposing the President. The Inter Ocean mocks the editor as a looser and hints at internal family tensions in print.
ApbbparcH reports the Democratic caucus postpones choosing Senate officers with no election until Thursday. The capital is filled with hopeful patriots awaiting the news and many plan to stay through Friday.
A vispute informa reports Black Burn and Randall have opened headquarters in Washington to secure the Speaker's chair for their quarters when the House reorganizes.
An advertisement proclaims Nostetter's Stomach Bitters as a preventive and remedy for malaria and fever disorders. It asserts the medicine dislodges the disease from the system, protects travelers and emigrants, and treats stomach, liver, and bowel complaints caused by tropical climates and impure water.
The article extols Dr. Sage’s Catarrh Remedy as a long trusted cure for catarrh and urges quick aid for best results. It suggests using Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery with Catarrh Remedy for throat and lung involvement and advertises the 900 page People's Common Sense Medical Advisor priced at 1.50 by Ki Pierce M D Buffalo NY.
Fragmentary remarks reference OERSE and an umbrella phrase about Lent. Mentions three devoted five dollar bills celebrated Lent for a long while. No clear events, dates, or identifiable entities beyond Lent references.
In Atlanta at the State Treasurer’s office Colonel Robt A Alston and Captain Ed Cox fought over a power of attorney to sell interests in a convict base. Alston shot Cox twice and was killed. Cox was wounded but not seriously. The dispute stemmed from Alston selling to another and Cox demanding a cancellation. Additional notes mention the Mauhm-Scott scandal church trial, a missing minister, possible reconciliation of Scott and his wife, and other crime reports including elopement plots and bigamy arrests.
In Gilead Eviton Jonxction a robbery at Cutler's safe in the Constitution building drew suspicion toward a mechanic named Clemetshaw. He defended himself in court after being linked to the crime by witness testimony and tools found in his premises. The judge noted the missing drill evidence and cast doubt on the burglary claim while keeping public suspicion on Mr Clemetshaw and others connected to the case.
A public push emerges to establish a race track, citing convenient land and a season conducive to action. Proponents urge leading men and beneficiaries to form an association, expecting broad local backing from six classes of residents who seek improved amusements and horse performance testing.
In Salt Lake City on March 20 1879 John Addams challenges Sant Suxe City to a pigeon shooting match with 150 dollars at stake. S N Pattern agrees to deposit 50 dollars and G A Mecara, secretary of the Salt Lake Shooting Club, handles preliminary arrangements while Ogden participants suggest meeting in Ogden for convenience.
A young Evanston man, unnamed for delicacy, arrived in town Thursday with silver money in a salt sack. He fell into dissipation and found his funds missing after a round of drinking. A companion who had been seen with him also disappeared. No definite details were known, but more facts were expected today.
The Calder establishment in Salt Lake City offers two new musical pamphlets One Hundred Sentimental Songs and Eclectic Musical Album Both feature fine selections and pieces prepared for publication The Album costs 25 cents and the Songs 30 cents Total price for both is 55 cents plus postage for 80 pages in all products
Mr GC W Carter, a well known photographer, travels through the Territory with nearly 200 dissolving views. Each image is fifteen feet square and mostly shows Territorial scenes and men, including portraits of Joseph and Hyrum Smith, plus views of the Nauvoo and Kirtland temples and Carthage jail. He plans to be in Ogden next week and invites residents to witness the exhibit.
The Daily reports Harry West, a painter recently in town, as the prime suspect in a depot robbery. He vanished just before the victim noticed the loss and has not been seen since despite railroad-station inquiries. A Evans ton man was jailed for disturbing the peace, with a probable trial set for Monday.
A man in the Third ward severely whipped his wife Mrs Marshall. Fearing the violence two children aged ten and twelve fled to nearby places. Officers found them sleeping in a barn. the boy hid in an oven at Nicholas’ blacksmith shop overnight and was found next day. The husband has left. the family remains.
Friday sessions presided by Chief Justice Schaeffer. E W Taylor alias Harry Davis pleads guilty. Barney Mowry trial to the jury, verdict not yet returned. Edward Bell and Rasmus Lund admitted to citizenship. Henry Davis pleads guilty to obtaining property by false pretenses and is jailed six months with a $2 fine or five more days. another defendant convicted of grand larceny faces one month imprisonment and a $25 fine plus $67.30 costs, with one day added per $1 default.
Hon R Nathan Pollock will deliver his lecture Man's answer to the Infidel and Materialist at Union Mall Salt Lake City on Wednesday evening. He avoids theology and claims no Christian professorship, promising eloquent handling of broad arguments. The topic attracts wide interest and a full hall is expected.
In Ogden a pigeon shooting standout, Thomas J. Stanger, offered to shoot a farmer for 100 to 1000 dollars if the Addams Patterson dogs match does not occur. Friends hoped he would duel Mr Addams, but a club misunderstanding left the challenge unaccepted until Patterson spoke.
Friday night about 10 o clock two drunken Indians were found staggering near the Utah and Northern engine house. They were in a deplorable state, unable to stand and shouting threats. A bystander could not communicate with them and left them there. Officials are urged to search for those who furnished the liquor and bring them to justice.
A reader asks where to find a U. S. pension agent in Ogden Utah Territory. The reply notes no Utah agent exists. pension payments come from Des Moines Iowa, with guidance to mail to the Des Moines office for proper contact.
A small blaze at the Star billiard hall caused by a bracket catching fire ignited some table cloths but was quickly controlled. Fire crews responded swiftly, preventing extensive damage and keeping impact limited to minor smoke and scorch. No serious injuries reported.
The Missionaries of Webog Stake of Zion schedule appointments on Sunday March 234 1879 at 10:20 a m in North Oghenril and other venues. Presiding authorities visit various branches including Marriottsville N Goodale and Jos Hall at 2 pm Niverdale I Canfield and F F Richards at 11 am Eden D M Stuart and ? at 9 am City R Ballantyne F Monch 11 am Thos Was John Barker 7 pm Seed Tyantsville Jos Stanford and H Higginbotham 11 am Uintah W W Burton and R gi Watson 11 am Hooper Joseph Parry and Jo Pingree 11 am Slaterville D B Rawson and Jos Taylor 11 am West Weber W G Child and Ww H Wright 11 am Presidency of the Stake names L J Hesetex C F Mippretos.
The people of Ogden express a strong wish for a walking match with a 3 3 cone sequence. A large pool of amateur pedestrians offer to participate though few wish to lead. initiators will receive support. The town sees no urgent need yet views the exhibition as harmless entertainment.
Keeney and Zeigler have leased the Commercial Hotel and will renovate and refit it for general business. They currently receive only ledgers but promise to open fully once the previous administrations’ filthiness is cleared and a new aspect is created.
The Uinta Chieftain republished a Dispatch article headlined Murray Married noting Murray is not yet married. The visit in Evanston revealed strong prospects for a future wedding with rising interest from leading national papers.
In Ogden on March 12, 1879, Justice C F Middleton joined William Wheelewright and Elizabeth Drisdale in marriage. The ceremony marks a formal union recorded in local notices.
Local newspapers publish a series of death notices and obituaries dated January to March 1879. Entries include Dudley Wand Stone aged 73 on March 15 and Catherine Ormson 77, John Ormson 83, Elizabeth Edwards born 1795, William Fraser 22, James Marshall 7 months, and John Cook 90, with funeral details and requests for Canadian and Salt Lake City presses to copy.
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