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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 21, 1879
Page
3
Gordon Email clerk for N. B. Claflin & Co. admitted stealing nearly $6,000 from employers. He says Thomas L. Smith, a fellow clerk, persuaded him to steal stamps for two years. Smith denies the claim. both men were arrested as investigations unfold.
The telegrams report a fresh Nisni Uralsk fire amid a violent storm destroying government buildings in Orenburg. Honduras arms shipments continue with unclear need while Mexican exiled leader Uraga allegedly gathers 2000 men to invade Guatemala. Court martial threats target Revolutionary party Mexican officers.
Reports from Pennsylvania note a firm building 100000 rifles for Turkey, rail and road plans, mined by tramps and chain gangs, a York man jailed for wife killing, and Chicago thefts. Michigan covers fires near Muskegon, bigamy arrests, a fatal shooting, forest log shortages, and notable local legal cases.
A report from Rome confirms the death of German architect Godfrey Semper today. Other items note political moves in Colville, ongoing unrest in Poonah district, and a London Railway News tease about Grant and Evia Railway leadership.
The author warns they will leave shortly for England and asks all creditors to call and settle promptly. Those with claims against them are urged to present them for settlement, as time is brief and affairs must be straightened before leaving.
Tax Provo offers all wool cloths for Sten’s and Boys’ wear at reduced wholesale and retail prices. Send to John C. Cutler in Arent Okonstitution Building East Lake City for samples or to inspect before buying Eastern Goods.
A promotional note claims Green's August Flower cures dyspepsia liver complaints and related symptoms. It asserts that three doses prove its effect and offers sample bottles for 10 cents. The piece emphasizes health benefits and urges readers to try the remedy.
William W. Five, the district poundkeeper of Ogden City, issues an estray notice dated May 17, 1579, describing multiple animals in possession. The text lists calves and horses with brands, colors, and distinctive marks including white faces, a red steer, brindle coats, and shoulder brands.
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