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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1879
Page
2
Ogden Junction reports on the Austro German alliance and its implications for Russia and the balance of power. The piece analyzes diplomatic positions, Kaiser Wilhelm, the Romanoffs, and English interest in peace. It also cites railway speeds and a Scientific American note on London Holyhead and U.S. routes.
The latest election returns show inconclusive results from New York New Jersey Pennsylvania Massachusetts Winds Maryland Mississippi Louisiana Wisconsin Minnesota and Nebraska. Republicans may have losses in Massachusetts and New York with Democrats gaining ground though no decisive winners yet.
A caravan of about twenty recruits traversed Ogden last night heading to California. They hailed from New York and are under the supervision of Surgeon J. U. M. Lott, U S A, who will remain ashore briefly upon his return in a few days.
A Memphis report laments yellow fever ravages in the South and notes frost may curb the outbreak. Citizens are urged to disinfect, clean, and enact preventive measures to safeguard commerce and life, stressing federal and local aid limits.
Observers note Memphis residents and authorities share blame for the chronic health crisis. Amid flight and terror 1500 attacked, 500 dead in a summer epidemic blamed on lingering disease germs and sanitary neglect. Citizens urged to act now to root out the evil.
The article argues for capital and labor to unite to exploit rich mineral deposits near Ogden canyon. It highlights a nine foot vein at Silver Chief in Coldwater Canyon with an assay around 110 dollars per ton and copper, noting the need for funding to begin and sustain mining to benefit discoverers and investors alike.
The community confirms abolition of the mixed marriage system and adopts monogamy. Eight weddings have occurred, couples married before the change live together, about eighty couples remain single, and many youths await maturity or parental consent.
The Virginia Chronicle comments on African Americans in politics, noting long range appeal to Republicans but skepticism when they demand aid. It asserts blacks in the South have had chances to learn loyalty and claims they desert the party that has courted them with promises.
The Democratic Party leads in New York with the Republican ticket, save for Cornell, garnering fewer votes than expected. Analysts suggest Cornell’s absence would have shifted support, altering outcomes in several races.
A juvenile prankster and his nonresident father work on a house in Ogden when a town officer jokes about bigamy. The officer confronts the elder man claiming he has two wives, provoking a tense exchange and comic crowd reaction as the misunderstanding unfolds.
The Morris and Salisbury case was held yesterday. Morris was discharged and Salisbury fined twenty dollars. The child was left in the care of the complainant’s lady. A physician said the child showed extreme bodily torture with injuries including a neck cut. The female admitted guilt and paid the fine. witnesses claimed Morris was guilty. A later report noted a wagon collision involving Mr. and Mrs. Arbogast with minor injuries and a recovered patient at the Sisters' Hospital after a facial tumor operation.
A simple home recipe claims borax dissolved in water cleans soils and heals scratches and chafes. The method instructs filling a bottle with borax and water to create a supersaturated solution used to wash hands after gardening to keep them smooth white and healthy.
The bloodstained latent worn by Elder Joseph Standing at his murder is shown. Brought from Georgia by Elder Judger Clawson, the relic rests with Professor Barfoot curator of the Deseret Museum and was exhibited in an office. It bears marks of bullets and is preserved in its battered condition for display alongside mementos of other prophets murdered at Carthage.
A seven-family caravan of two palace wagons and five common wagons passed Fourth Street yesterday afternoon. The group, moving from Tooele Valley, aims to establish new homes in the Snake River country during their voyage.
Third District Court sessions led by Judge Emerson with numerous demurrers overruled and judgments entered. Notable actions include Mary L. Cutler versus Utah Central R.R. Co on new trials. Paul Bella versus Mr Shughnessy demurrer sustained. E M Varnes et al. winning location rights. evergreen Mining Company cases all favored. multiple hearings referred for testimony and judgment. several cases settled or adjourned. citizenship admitted for John Richards. various People v cases with trials and pleas. Court adjourned at 10 am.
The Idaho World argues probate court cannot decide if whisky is food or drink and notes a pending case hinged on that issue. It claims a large crowd of Sted Cross members and Good Templars waited for a decision, hinting the reporter may be connected to the court.
Prof. Fowler appeared before Manor Chief Justice Hunter in Salt Lake City and admitted to bail of £2500. His sureties were Messrs. W. H. Wright and L. Goodale. He was granted time to plead to the indictment at the request of his counsel.
The group arrived last evening at 7 30 and could not locate their baggage car on arrival because of railroad irregularities. They depart for Salt Lake City this morning and are due there at 11 40 a.m.
The November 4 1879 session before Chief Justice Ifuntep and Associate Justice Emenon included multiple filings. Wells versus Wells, depositions published. James Winchester et al versus Ifuscraft et al. The People versus William Matthews and William Downs bail set at 300 dollars. Housebreaking verdict guilty. John Mursphy assault with intent to murder guilty. Sam Garnes larceny dismissed. Sam’s Gares two more cases. Swen Olsen assault with intent to murder not guilty. Court adjourned to Wednesday at 10.
Dusty notes from The Democrat describe the murder case of Joseph Standing the Mormon preacher in Catoosa Georgia. Jasper M Nations is acquitted despite evidence he shot an unarmed man over offensive doctrine. The piece portrays local bias and calls the defendants evil.
The case of Wim Matthews for larceny was brought in the Third District Court on Tuesday. The defendant could not appear, so bonds were handed over on the account of being on a visit to the north, and the case rests for a season.
A seedy man asks for a morning paper at a clerk’s counter. After fumbling a nickel, he pays five cents change for a ten cent issue and threatens to summon the police. The clerk smiles and the man departs, leaving the staff to ponder his fate.
Tribune notes a cruelty case in the 6th ward where a poor woman is said to starve several cows despite her evident means. The animals suffer severely with some unable to rise. Also reports a San Pete mail robbery near Spring City with letter pouch theft and no arrests yet. A new artesian well pump cleared the shaft of water in thirty minutes, allowing progress toward bed rock without further delays.
On Wednesday the District Court continued cases including Edwin D. Woolley vs Anton Eiler and others, default judgments and trial calendar items. The People versus Frank Butler for grand larceny was postponed to Friday, and James Moray for first degree murder had jurors paneled as the court adjourned until Thursday morning.
Afarshal Wm Brown has been confined to his bed with rheumatism for several days. The illness has included serious paroxysms, nearly affecting his heart, but doctors report the danger is past and he is expected to recover soon enough to resume duties.
A Mr Davie brakesman on the P line sustained severe hand injuries while coupling cars yesterday. Doctors Carnahan and Allen amputated the forefinger above the second joint and the middle finger at the first joint. The patient is doing well.
Geo Bloom appeared before Justice Middleton on a Monday night assault against Fanny Payne a colored woman on Fifth Street The dislocated shoulder and extensive testimony were discussed the case adjourned to today at 2 o clock for more witnesses.
The Deseret News notes that time and reporters face little happiness as items reappear in second hand exchanges. Numerous journals engage in this benevolent practice, quickly flooding the world with joy and thanksgiving.
The Lover State reports Governor Kinkead has set a reward of 8500 for the capture of Jusa Lopez, alleged to have murdered in revolting conditions. Lopez, 25, about five feet seven, dark complexioned with a small mustache and goatee, spoke little English, escaped on a stolen horse on October 13 from Kiko county.
From Salmon Day, W T. A miner named Lawson on a claim faced eviction by Switzer who filed on the same ground. Lawson, despondent over the dispute and legal setback, shot himself after hearing a knock at the door. His wife found him dying as he uttered that he could not stand things any longer.
Joseph Shipley of American Fork unloaded apples in the city and left his 11 year old son in charge of the team. The wagon toppled into a ditch, the horses bolted for about ten blocks, and the boy on the tongue saved the day by grabbing the lines and steering into a fence, halting the runaway. The spring seat broke but no one was seriously hurt.
George Bloom was fined 225 and costs after a trial in which he admitted to slapping Fanny Payne. Officer Keyes testified Bloom sought police help and denied knowledge of the incident when faced with allegations. Justice Middleton ruled the case fully established and ordered payment.
A dog wandered into a furniture store yesterday morning causing chaos by prancing on furniture and near mirrors. It tore a lounge end and scratched other pieces before being chased out. The dealer vows to bar dogs within a block of the shop after the incident.
Management plans a repeat performance of the Lancashire Lass next week due to crowd demand. First show had imperfections, but improvements to scenery and preparation are expected to make the second presentation more successful.
Mr Tyrrell offers a home made leather harness exhibition on Fifth Street promising wear as long as imported leather at a similar price. He warrants lasting quality and aims to keep money in town by using locally made leather and goods.
Ogden remained abuzz with Coldwater mining fever but the rush cooled. A Des News note urges patience, insisting the mine is still there and will soon reveal its true potential once more activity resumes.
The wife of barber G. Thompson gave birth yesterday morning to a child who died in the afternoon. The funeral will be held this morning at Thompson’s residence above his Main Street store.
The piece urges public support for Liberia emigration, detailing costs for passage, rations, land, and six months of shelter. It promotes a Fall expedition aboard the Monrovia and argues colonization as a Christian mission and path to freedom for people of color. Donations go to the Colonization Fund in Washington, D.C.
Local notice invites inquiries about fair treatment on vehicle matters at 5th and Mais Streets Ogden with Wade & Co noted as contact.
Visit Salt Lake City to call the agency for home made goods in the Oxo Con striction Bempixa and examine Flannels for dresses snd Vain and Twisted Flannels New Styles in Shawls Waterproofs Blankets Linsey Cloths and all woolen goods plus trunks brooms soaps and other home made goods at low prices wholesale or tail J C Cortex
An old advertisement touts Western remedies for diseases with claims of cures and life-saving effects. It promotes Brown's Liver Pills and Brown's Balsam with testimonials of universal family use and mentions sale by Wm. Driver and J. W. McNutt & Co in Ogden with product formulas shown on each bottle.
Obituary notices from Beaver Dams and Hot Grass Valley list deaths in October and November 1879. Entries include Daniel Alexander aged 14 years 7 months 22 days, Millie Busenback aged 1 year 6 months, Robert Adelbert Busenback aged 90 months 14 days, and the father RK Dooly of Ogden.
The readable text notes a birth after a marriage or family event, mentioning George Poulter and a fine daughter with weights referenced, and a Mrs Met Jaws Tele nile vaguely connected. The fragment lacks clear names, dates, places, or complete context to confirm event details.
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