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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 15, 1880
Page
2
Ogden Junction appears in the Ogden City Utah postal record dated Saturday May 15 1880. Notice indicates second class matter at the Ogden Post Office.
Turkish officials assess when the St Gotthard tunnel can open to public traffic with potential date set for October first next year. Final decision hinges on safety tests and regulatory approvals.
The data shows Wesaam at 15 675 public schools across 12 857 communes with one school per 866 people. It notes 22 percent of youth evade compulsory attendance.
U S minister to Austria Hixtsten Kasson will receive and accept the Republican nomination to Congress in Iowa's district now represented by Greenbacker Gillette.
The medical faculty of Vienna in the winter term 1879 80 hosted 3954 attendees with about half studying law and 17 Americans among the total. The reader learns about international student presence at that era’s institution.
The piece lists upcoming state GOP conventions in Nevada on the 11th Florida Michigan and West Virginia on the 13th Illinois Minnesota Nebraska and Dakota on the 19th Alabama on the 24th and Colorado on the 25th.
The article reviews Copp’s The American Settler's Guide a near 100 page pamphlet that details the Lane System with chapters on surveys homesteads preemptions timber culture townsites and land officials It notes prices of cents and $1 for a deluxe edition and lists chapter topics including townsites rail road grants mines coal lands and where to settle with official lists.
The scene shows Chile exploiting its advantages over Peru and Bolivia. Chile uses offensive momentum into enemy territory while holding contested lands, with a stronger army and better finances. Peru and Bolivia retreat to defensive positions as Chile consolidates gains.
A New York Tribune summary notes American women work in many fields from artists and authors to nurses and teachers, asserting ample opportunity exists. It argues the core of a woman’s true work remains matrimony and maternity, despite calls for parity in all occupations.
The article notes how convention figures might shift at Chicago and the next Republican gathering. It cites Washburne as a potential nominee, compares standings to Grant Blaine and Sherman, and hints that factional wrangling could crown a largely unexpected figure.
The Tos Sisters of Sacred Heart Academy have decided to repeat the exhibition on Thursday evening, following an earlier performance.
The English cabinet casts a glare as biographical sketches of William Evwart Gladstone appear. Born December 29 1809 in Liverpool to Sir John Gladstone he rose through Eton Christchurch Oxford to top posts in Peel era 1852 coalition Aberdeens Palmerston Russell and Liberal ministries. He is famed as a political and religious writer and a scholar.
Harris Granville Lord Granville longtime English statesman and Foreign Secretary with 44 years in politics. He served as master of the buckhounds, president of the council, colonial and foreign secretary, and was a Liberal leader in the House of Lords during multiple administrations.
Sir Roundell Palmer Lord Selborne born 1809 educated at Oxford won prizes and a fellowship. He served as queen's counsel 1649 entered Parliament 1647, joined the 1864 attorney general role, left with the Russells in 1866, declined Gladstone's 1868 chancellorship, earned a peerage after acting as British counsel at Geneva 1872, renowned for disinterestedness and high public esteem.
The piece profiles Sir William Vernon Harcourt and the Duke of Argyll with biographical notes on birth, education, legal and political careers, and their roles in Parliament and cabinet. It also mentions John Bright and his long public service, union with Cobden, and later posts despite health issues.
A prominent Quaker, known for expertise in Irish land laws, resumes a former office and draws attention to issues from colonial policy to commercial treaties and international arbitrations, highlighting ongoing debates on finance rates and land stewardship.
The text outlines careers of William E. Forster and the Marquis of Ripon. Forster, Liberal MP since 1861, served as under secretary for the colonies and later charity commissioner and education advocate. The Marquis of Ripon, viceroy of India, chaired the Washington treaty commission and held multiple Liberal roles including president of the council. he left Freemasonry after converting to Catholicism in 1874.
The Earl of Kimberley, veteran statesman and secretary of state for the colonial department, resumes leadership of the department. Born 1826, he has held posts including under-secretary for foreign affairs and India, lord lieutenant of Ireland, and minister to St Petersburg, with a record of liberal influence and extensive diplomatic work. James Stansfield, president of the Local Government Board, a radical liberal, previously held roles from lord of the admiralty to under secretary for India, now to occupy the Local Government Board post. The Right Hon Hugh Cullin Eardley Childers, aged 53 and Trinity College graduate, is named secretary of state for war and has served as lord of the admiralty and financial secretary to the treasury in earlier administrations.
Thomas George Baring born 1826 becomes first lord of the admiralty. He previously served as lord of the admiralty and as under secretary for India and for war, reappointed to war post in December 1868.
Advertised as the best cheap poison to eradicate potato bug, cotton worm and canker worm. Manufactured in London by Hemingway's London Purple Co. Limited and sold by Nanz and Neuner in Louisville with free 80 page catalog. Claims include five cent per acre cost versus five dollars for Paris Green and endorsements from Dr. P Collier of the U S Agricultural Department in 1879.
At a late Paris sale Trauta Bauzonnet, renowned for art inlay binding, sold a modern binder piece for about $3,200, with observers noting that at least $23,200 of the total reflected the value of the binding.
Prince Vinstance has regularly received 191 plover eggs from northern Germany since the Franco Austrian War. This year the annual present could not be gathered by early April, but a regulation number arrived a few days later.
Captain Western, who was shot during the Fort Douglas incident with Surgeon LeCompte some time ago, has nearly fully recovered and plans to visit the city by next Saturday or soon after.
Star reports on released missionaries returning home from British and Scandinavian missions. John G. Jones and others leave presidencies in Welsh Birmingham Bristol and London conferences while new presidents Evan Wride Edward Cliffe Edward Brain take over. Ill health prompts some returns. Lara Svendson Niels Thompson also depart. Separate Swiss German division lists John Theurer Gottlieb Enz and Evan Wride succeeds Jones.
The piece praises Slatersville for a prosperous season with green lucerne fields and rising dwellings. It reports strong schools and Sunday school, active religious and youth life, and urges improvements like a public meeting house and heated schoolhouse. It notes some negligence but expects reform.
A complaint against Thos Stanger and others for grand larceny was filed after cattle belonging to Mr Bradshaw allegedly depredated on defendants property. The cattle were brought to the array pen and a warrant issued. Dan Alexander presided as U S commissioner. Barratt moved to dismiss citing no crime, and the plaintiff agreed to drop the case. The case was dismissed.
A reader forwards a letter from Henry Bretshaw's commissioner counsel Dan seeking to warn Tuowas Branaze away from land conveyed by the U.S. Government. The letter, dated July 27 1879, threatens prosecution if ignored and prompts the author to ask how a committing magistrate can act as counsel for one party and prosecute the opponent in the same case.
The excerpt notes John Ruskin’s nomination of a season’s pests as bed bugs, though the text uses a less euphemistic label. It frames the insects as a pointed autumnal feature linked to the era’s stylistic critique.
The First District Court sits today with Judge Emerson presiding. The People versus Wine Davin ends in guilty verdict and discharge. Wm J Williams is counsel for defense for Smith. jury trial on Williams case. sentencing set for Thursday. The People versus John Mansfield, assault with intent to commit murder, has N Tanner Jr appointed as defense counsel and jury trial in progress.
The article describes a sleep aid for insomnia involving a half-wet towel placed on the back of the neck and covered to slow circulation. It claims warm water works best and says the method quickly induces calm sleep for those overwhelmed by wakefulness, excitement, or anxiety.
Ben Thomas, a miner, died last night after rocks fell from above while he rode a bucket down the shaft. He fell fifty feet, breaking his neck and back. An inquest convened and returned a verdict consistent with the foregoing facts.
Yesterday a horse and buggy hired from Carroll and Deg went into a river near Jones grove as the riders crossed a ford. The animal drowned after the buggy capsized, with one wheel missing and the top smashed. loss estimated at no less than $400. One reluctant suspect fled. the other reported the incident to Cary rold Dee in town.
Committees on the Weber river bridge choose a design by D Moore of Mound Fort after reviewing three submitted plans. Material cost specifications are being prepared and will be announced with bids. Officials promise strong public works to benefit the community and honor public office.
A fragment from the era shows contrasting stance on propriety as Emma 3 poses a question about a girl sitting on a young man's lap while engaged. The Springfield Tribune hints at age and etiquette debates while the Chicago Tribune offers analytical humor about who sits where.
The long awaited contest between Cy Patterson of Salt Lake City and John Tyler of Ogden concluded at Driving Park. Tyler led early and finished ahead amid windy conditions with bets high and much money changing hands.
Proceedings led by Emerson presiding in the First more Court today May 12 1880. John Lansfield indicted for assault with intent to commit murder. verdict returned as assault with a deadly weapon. The United States vs George Craig counterfeiting trial ongoing.
A Mutual Aid Society was formed by employees of the 4 C M I Shoe Factory and Tannery on Saturday evening May 8 1880. Officers include Whi HU Rowe President D M fe Allister Vice President A Frewin Secretary and Treasurer W Hayes W Bates J Poulton and W Pierce Directors. Honorary members may join for ten dollars but receive no benefits.
J C Lirrre agent for the Sonora Colonization Association announces offers to settle in Sonora Mexico. Eligible adults receive 150 acres male and 75 acres female plus a city lot. children 30 acres. Surveying parties, seed, and implements to be shipped from San Francisco and New York. Early applications urged for irdividually allocated shares and stock sales in Hidalgo city and land and mining ventures.
Lovers of music will delight in the Musical Herald of Hoston a large monthly magazine devoted to music. It offers a low price of 1.50 per year with biographies history editorials criticism and original music in each issue. Chambers on Fifth street will get it for you.
The Idaho Gold Mining Association has secured funds to vigorously pursue development. Local capital and expert opinion endorse the prospects, with primary ore production under way and plans to expand the enterprise across the surrounding hills and mountains.
On June 4th the theatre will celebrate ten years of Woodisansoe's Theatre and Yen Nights in a Bar Room with a commemorative event. Plans aim to secure top musical and theatrical talent in the city for a performance befitting the occasion.
Proceedings in the First District Court on May 13 1880 include verdicts and sentences for counterfeiting and burglary cases. George Craighead given two years hard labor and a $100 fine. other defendants Plead Guilty with sentences ranging from one to three years and some suspensions. Court adjourned until to-morrow.
Mr L M Nelson of Montaville reports Ogden canyon bridge damaged by water has been repaired enough to allow teams to cross. Half the structure caved in but the centre piece remained, new stringers were placed and the patchwork may hold until water rises again.
It is with sorrow we record the death of Mr. Henry Tribe’s five-year-old daughter who succumbed to diphtheria. The bereaved parents receive our condolences in this their second great affliction.
Mrs. and Misa M. Bowring advertise a splendid stock of new millinery goods including fashionable bonnets hats feathers ribbons laces and flowers. They claim the latest eastern novelties and offer good workmanship at reasonable prices.
In the Toile of Justler a lively youth with strong drinking habits appeared before Justice Middleton. He was fined $15 and costs for excessive liquor intake and, lacking cash, was offered a municipal road force job he chose not to refuse, with the note of an upcoming inauguration.
A new tent on Main Street displays the Blacksmith's Dream an automaton with forty figures showing trades and industry. Figures include carpenters riveters steamboat crews and performers. A phonograph is shown and a brief Pang and Judy act runs every fifteen minutes. Admission is fifteen cents. families and children are urged to attend.
Observations describe healthier horses due to modern stable construction with better ventilation. New stables remove cramped lofts, install maple floors, and use bricks and grills under mangers to promote air flow. Excess draft is avoided. a minimum of 1200 cubic feet per horse is advised, with English cavalry barracks at 1509 feet and 90 square feet per horse.
Yesterday evening Mr. Georgy Cary’s team became unmanagable in town and ran wild. The driver was thrown to the ground and Mo Cary sustained bruises. A bystander secured the horses and carried him home near the iron works. Dr Powers attended and the patient was reported out of danger though still confined to bed.
On Wednesday Dr M Benedict conducted a delicate operation on Mrs Reddin of the Seventh Ward who suffers an adenoma of the left breast. The entire left breast was removed as the condition became dangerous and the operation was completed successfully with the patient resting easy at last report.
The court minutes record Geo. Craig being sentenced to two years in prison and fined $100 after arrest for counterfeiting. The defendant faced four indictments and pled guilty to three.
A visitor from Salt Lake City, Groves, arrived in Ogden on business and presented a bicycle exhibit. The event showcased notable skill, with Groves appearing to be the master of the display.
John Thom on will perform On Land on Friday and Saturday evenings with a matinée Saturday afternoon at the Salt Tab Theatre. He will be supported by a full company. A quartet of young local men build a yacht to be christened Pinafort and launched on the 8th at Lake Side, with a banner reading hardly ver.
A catalog note for Br E B Faoth von Scrofula and a range of diseases including breath, nerves, women, aches, and travails with claims of curability. Includes a three cent address offer to Monrray Hite, 129 E 28th Street.
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