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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1880
Page
4
A man named Burr shot his wife Mrs. Barnard and his mother-in-law during a dispute, then assaulted his sister-in-law and killed himself. Mrs. Barnard's wounds were fatal. The motive cited is marital discord prompting the wife to return to her father’s house.
A widespread string of forest and timber fires reports extensive destruction in Hanover Whitings Woodmancle Allison and nearby areas. Great Republic and Milton suffer heavy losses with hundreds of buildings burned and towns evacuated.
On Tuesday evening May 11, 1880 a sack of clothes was found. The finder is asked to leave the bundle at the Jefferson Office for pickup.
The Times reports ministers may avoid renewing the coercion act in Ireland while considering ameliorative steps and measures to address land questions. separately a boiler explosion at Birchill’s Hall iron works in London killed fifteen and left twenty five injured, many critically.
A historic advertisement touts Roschee's German Syrup as the largest selling remedy for coughs and colds worldwide. It claims protection against pneumonia and lung issues, notes rapid relief, and urges readers to consult their druggist about the claims. The ad cites growth in demand since introduction and lists a 75 cent large size.
Town store promotes Shilohs Vitalizers to curb indigestion sour stomach and liver issues. For 75 cents the product is guaranteed to cure. Sold by W B McNutt & Co and C C Ormady in Logan.
An advertisement for Brown's Arnica Salve claims it cures burns cuts bruises and inflamed eyes for people and animals. The copy emphasizes its universal usefulness and suitability for both man and beast.
Rev Geo H Thayer, a respected M E Church minister, declares Bhiloh's Consumptive Cure saved his life and praises its efficacy for lung diseases. The product is selling strong at local druggists Dra Matchett France J W McNutt Co and O C Ormsby Logan.
A long reader exchange discusses Mormon and Catholic participation in politics, party allegiance, and religious integration with accusations of exclusivity. The writer defends Utah Democrats and argues for Christian and democratic coexistence despite entrenched partisanship.
World and U S events span finance politics and diplomacy. Grant era, Afghan frontier, Warsaw governance and Berlin treaty chatter populate a feed of brief notices from Baltimore to London with figures on oil fires, consular lists, and liberty company reorganizations.
A First District Court action charged two of the defendant's sons with grand larceny. Evidence showed no probable cause for prosecution and the prosecutor Henry Bradshaw noted the Commissioner Alexander acted as counselor for the people. Question arose who should pay costs: the people or the plaintiffs without probable cause.
Notice of intent to make final proofs for multiple homestead and entry claims in Weber County Utah and Box Elder County Utah. Applicants Joseph Lawson Mark Ball James Tous and others provide witnesses to establish continuous residence and cultivation on several tracts. Proceedings before probate clerk in Ogden City and before the U S Register in Salt Lake City.
U S Land Office Salt Lake City announces William Bterenaca Homestead Entry No 1832 for section 24 township 4 north range 42 west. Final proof will be made May 25, 1880 before the County Court at Coalville Summit County Utah Territory. Witnesses: James Bramler Edward Richings Edward Morse Richard Reyes all of Summit County and Salt Lake City Utah.
Notice records Andrew Lonsbury filing final proof for Homestead Application No. 2700 at U S Land Office in Balt Lake City Utah Territory. Proof set for May 5 1880 before Register and Receiver. Witnesses Williams Henang Nick Morgan Jenny Lelwen Emil A Stalin.
Hastings Iowa. W W Barker of Hastings touts Brown's Arnica Salve as the most wonderful healing salve and finds it invaluable in practice. The product is advertised as sold by Wm Driver & Son and J W McNulty & Co in Ogden.
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