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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1880
Page
2
The notice lists candidates Plane Grant Sherman Eanwads Taghburne for a May 22 decision. It appears to announce a forthcoming selection date to decide among named contenders.
Reported in July discussions Argins and allied members of the appropriations committees privately opined that Congress should adjourn prior to July 15. The note appears in a fragmented 151% dated item.
Fragmentary OCR text notes a parliament with an English style constitution and numbers 233 and 68, referencing liberals and other terms. The readable portion hints at a constitutional outline with totals and possibly party counts. Further context is unavailable from the provided fragment.
The National Tribune, a monthly journal for veterans and pensioners, is identified as an energetic champion of socialism published by the National Tribune Co. in Washington, D C, at a price of 50 cents per year.
A New York World correspondent reports the paper is paying eight percent on a valuation of eight hundred thousand dollars. The Weekly World is described as a paying enterprise with a Southern and Western circulation of 130000, attracting profitable advertising patronage.
Prof Norpexsrsotp and his lieutenant Palander spent a week in Paris with 24 hours sleep. They attended 29 banquets and lunches and heard 147 speeches and 378 toasts, replying in 24 speeches.
In Harper's Weekly notice, Argill Gibbs of Rochester is near his 93rd birthday and remains hale. His six sons all served in the war, with three now practicing law in Watkins, Buffalo, and Los Angeles.
The presidential portrait gallery at the White House will soon feature likenesses of Buchanan and Johnson. E F Andrews has orders to paint both portraits. Buchanan’s portrait will be an enlarged copy of a miniature by Harriet Langtonson, and a photograph will identify Andrew Johnson for an oil portrait.
Philadelphia Times notes Jonx Kelly as a New Yorker by birth and a scholarly man. The piece mocks his democratic politician prospects, praising his health and urging him not to forget it.
The issue lists authors including Aldrich Angell Longfellow and Mark Twain with notes on the contributors. Readers are urged to obtain a copy from John G. Chambers at publisher's rates.
Srvaxer Ranpavs and Henry Wat terson of the Louisville Courier express belief in Tilden game despite convention wires. They warn that political scheming and private axes may derail the people’s decisive choice, though the maker’s intent suggests his election is likely.
A Philadelphia Times account reports a young woman found dead in the river near Lebanon Street with photos of her lover and a pencil in her dress pocket. Authorities suspect parental opposition to the romance and her youthfulness as the motive for her drastic act.
Sixty five Republican papers in Pennsylvania show mixed views on Blaine. Four or five oppose him, including the Harrisburg Telegraph and Philadelphia Evening News, while others lean toward the Blaine rival, Senator from Maine.
The piece reviews New York Puck cartoons on Tilden and Grant with satirical scenes of the 1869 77 strong government and 1877 81 weak government. It contrasts Hayes and Grant while praising Robert Raikes Sunday schools and notes a London centennial commemoration.
Robert Raikes born in Gloucester England in 1735 rose from a printer’s son to head his father’s business at 22. He founded Sunday schools and shelters for the poor, and his tombstone commemorates his charitable work and lifelong dedication to good causes.
A 19th century critique argues that the beast in Revelation 13 18 points to the Roman Catholic Church. W Joos in The Anatomy of the Mass claims Latin and Greek word numerals sum to 666 for titles like vicar of the son of God and Italian church. Irenaeus is cited as naming the Antichrist in Latin rendered Greek numerals.
A cryptic note discusses how the Latin name for Rome and the German term for the Roman Pope yield the same mystic sum. It claims their letters total 666 when converted to numerals, calling this coincidence sacred to believers and intriguing to skeptics.
A local council discussion questions Grant over the number of terms served. Officials consider amending records to reflect one excess term and potential suspension or action.
In a First District Court filing, Richards & Williams for Brigham City Mercantile and Manufacturing Association sue O. J. Hollister, U S Collector for Utah, to recover 10224 paid under protest as a circulation tax under section 19 of the 1875 act. The association says its notes were not intended as currency and were usable only by stockholders and employees.
Yesterday afternoon about four o'clock Edward Senior a barber living near Commercial Street collapsed from paralysis and died shortly after. A passerby heard groans, broke a glass door and entered with another man to assist. Doctors Thomson and Smith attended but could not save him. Deceased was about forty, a widower born in Doncaster England and a long time resident of the city.
A broken stringer on the bridge over MLI Creek near the Woolen Factory causes one end to sink and forces travelers to ford the stream. Large cobblestones litter the creek bed making passage difficult. The notice asks who is responsible to fix the bridge promptly.
Fred Lockley editor announces the first appearance of Our Southern Utak Times at Frisco this Saturday with event details and public invitation.
The Atlantis mocks Salt Lake Tribune editor vacancies and salary wars. It cites Bir Lockley leaving for Frisco Utah to start a paper and C C Goodwin pressed into editor duties amid disputes over pay. It notes mining camps depopulation and Mormon labor replacing Americans.
A large audience attended last night for a benefit at Woodmansee’s Theatre in Utah. The Fourth Ward brass band and top local amateur talent performed well, notably C. B. Plummer whose two renditions were praised. The event reportedly cleared about $50 for the reform club.
A wild cat evaded capture in an alley east of Wagener's brewery as crowds gathered for a dramatic pursuit. After spitting at would‑be catchers and leaping from a sign, onlookers finally secured the animal with a fish pole noose and placed it safely in a cage.
The writer urges residents along overflowing ditches to build sturdy footbridges opposite their homes and to flame ditches across sidewalks so pedestrians can pass without jumping each few feet. The suggestion aims for general city benefit and should be considered by all involved.
First District Court under Hon. Fe Hs Emerson reports a jury verdict of voluntary manslaughter for William Bailey in the murder indictment. Sentence date was set for Monday, May 4th. No other court business occurred today.
City officials moved to put all vagrants to work beautifying the streets. The plan aims to deter tramps arriving in Ogden by organizing a street gang under police supervision. A force is already at work, with more expected as authorities enforce the program.
Jury returns a manslaughter verdict for William Dailey in the Wight murder case. Bailey fired three shots on November 1 after a tavern dispute with Daniel Wight near Brigham City. Wight died a few hours later. sentencing ranges from one to five years, with appeal possible after Judge Emerson sets the sentence.
The death of two year old daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Baxter from membranous croup is noted. The child affectionately bid farewell to her parents before passing away. The funeral, largely attended, was held at 3 o clock this afternoon.
This morning at the Commissioners Court J. Fielding of Hooperville pressed assault charges against W. M. Fowere. The case, with P J Barratt for the People and Nathan Tanner for the defense, was continued to 3:15 this afternoon with further details to follow.
No line items were transacted in the District Court today. The court will convene at the Court House tomorrow morning at 10 o clock for the case of Mr J Reeves versus Rev Gillogly in libel to be argued.
The act approved by the president on the 3d mat adds postal routes from Forrest City via Castle Dale to Huntingdon and onward to the crossing of Green river at mail route number 33 164.
The London Bank building, owned by Ernest Young, sold at auction yesterday. Bolivar Roberts bought it in for Young's widow for 11 000 dollars, though private offers had reached 16 000 dollars.
Yesterday afternoon J Fielding versus W Fowers for assault came before Commissioner Alexander. Witnesses described a feud over land and cattle. Fielding claimed Fowers attacked after finding his horses in Fielding's lucerne. The commissioner dismissed the case for lack of proven first blow and urged authorities to vet warrants before hearings.
A Park City party chased Hank Graves after a bar dispute at a local resort. Hank drew a toy pepper box, a gun was shown, fists flew, and Hank was beaten. Ables brothers arrested with Hank's revolver found on one. Graves unable to recognize visitors. injuries cited as severe.
Carl L. Plummer, a celebrated elocutionist, performed last night before a larger audience than Union Hall could hold. He offered dramatic readings from N. P. Willis and Shamus O Brien, with strong comic pieces Mother Wubblard and Buckhanshaw's Funeral, earning praise for wit and expressive delivery.
The little daughter of Henry and Matia Tribe died this morning from diphtheria. This is the third loss for the family in three weeks, leaving the bereaved parents with deep sorrow and seeking comfort.
The Second Ward last evening offered a crowded program praised from start to finish. Miss Polly Dea and Miss Alice Douglas led strong musical performances while the Douglass sisters Rosa and Sarah Fierce drew applause. dialogue by Miss Stanford and Mr. Stanford sparked laughter. the finale tableaux The Stolen Kiss impressed for its earnest presentation.
The Salé Laka Tribute notes June 1 start for census work with four cent pay per name. It lists schedules for population data including names, ages, race, birthplaces, relationships, and literacy, plus agriculture, manufacturing, and mortality questions. It warns enumeration will be challenging.
Last night a group of gentlemen of Teutonic extraction met to form a German singing club in Ogden. They named the association Ogden Mannerchor and appointed Leo Hae feli president Aug Braun vice president Carl Lomel secretary John Beier treasurer and Prof Max Boyan leader. Members invited to meet Friday evening at D O Calder's music store on Main Street to finalize permanent organization.
The libel suit of John Reeve Esquire against Reverend Gillogly has been postponed from the morning to Saturday morning at 1 o clock.
An 1890s style advertisement offers a nearly 100 page octavo book by Brby E. B. Flootx on scrofula breathing organs heart and women’s ailments. Claims many diseases curable and asks readers to send three cent stamps to Morear Hire Pes Co at 129 E 28th Street New York.
On May 18 1880 at 240 R m Eliza Victoria Baxter aged 2 years 9 months 27 days daughter of Joseph and Elizabeth Ann Baxter of this city. In this city this morning May 19 at 7 o clock Christena Tribe daughter of Henry and Maria Tribe aged ten months died of diphtheria funeral tomorrow at 10 am friends invited.
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