Ogden Junction Advertises Contracts in New York
Fragmented OCR notes indicate Meat Geo and T Kewell & On advertising bureaus with contracts possibly made or advertised in New York. Names and details are unclear but point to procurement activity.
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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1880
Page
2
Fragmented OCR notes indicate Meat Geo and T Kewell & On advertising bureaus with contracts possibly made or advertised in New York. Names and details are unclear but point to procurement activity.
A fire broke out at the Post Office in Salt Lake City Utah causing smoke damage and temporary closure. Fire crews were dispatched quickly and no injuries were reported.
Appointed agents authorized to receive money and issue receipts for the game in their settlements. Names include WB Parkinecu, Fisher, Gowns, Fowler, Webster, Smith, Sharp, Cardon, Shaw, Carell, Parish, Horsley, and others across multiple towns and counties.
The New York Mercury notes the forthcoming presidential campaign nearing prominence under the banner dubbed the Fac Simile campaign, signaling a renewed political effort and public interest.
Parxeris Daccaroux wife of the Czar is expected to pledge affection soon. The ceremony on July 31 in the Winter Palace chapel aimed to ensure the child of Alexander Nicolaievitch is born within marriage and entitled to the Grand Duke or Duchess rank and privileges.
Brick Pomeroy denies linking with Ben Butler Blunt Duncan and Sam Carey after an accusation he gave them the lead. He asserts he would not spoil a familiar Shakespearean scene and retorts that readers understand the Macbeth reference.
Justice Situ opened the Connorsville Tennessee court with William Henry Smith arraigned for assaulting his father. The magistrate noted Smith's prior act against his father with a club and, after calling the evidence conclusive, considered jail time but chose a ten dollar fine due to first offense and provocation.
A historical column quotes Brick Pomeroy on true religion being a heart change not a mere outward form. It urges believers to let light and good nature shine, cheer up with religion, and drop the blue mood of formalism.
Investigations of Herr Weith reveal a link between dissolved bicarbonate in water and fish abundance. Carbonic acid from respiration converts insoluble lime carbonate to soluble bicarbonate, so higher bicarbonate indicates more fish and vice versa, enabling chemical estimates of fish quantity from water chemistry.
Yaxi Buchner announces a six month continuous treatment turning dangerous fungi into harmless varieties across 1500 generations. The process converts Milzbrand bacteria into harmless bay fungi and yields a previously unknown organism linking the fungi, offering theoretical potential though not directly applicable to Milzbrand. The work aims to extend evolution theory and relieve human illness through modified applications.
The piece defends private enterprise to supply city water, noting public support outpaces criticism. It recalls a ~year-ago push by business leaders, failed legislative funding, and eventual city approval of a 25 year franchise, with aims of plentiful, quality water at fair rates and no subsidies.
The annual reports by Gen. Pope discuss treaty history with the Utes and Indians in Colorado and New Mexico, noting unsettled issues. He says with current military arrangements there should be no winter trouble, and warns against punishing or withholding provisions to control Indians, urging clearer interior department reasons for removals.
A rebuttal accuses the Salt Lake Tribune of lies and misstatements about Mormon converts and Utah politics. The writer argues the Tribune misleads readers by linking educational backwardness to church influence and defends the LDS community’s intelligence against biased attacks.
Last evening a fire on Wall Street in Ogden destroyed Mr George Thompson's building. Loss about 1200 dollars with 800 dollars insurance. Fire origin unknown though suspected arson. A ladder found against the shed. neighboring house saved by a nearby owner. Calls for a steam engine and better equipment for the fire company.
The Ogden Shooting Club held its regular monthly match at Driving Park with many spectators. M. won the gold medal again by one shot, the bull pup stays with him. Chas Greenwell took second, Ambrose Greenswell defended the belt, Beardsley lost the belt, and Fred Hampton scored 16 duck eggs amid cheers.
Trevor W. Park announced to a reporter that a London company sought to compromise the Emma mine suit. Park authorized D. A. Gager to act as agent in London and to settle on recovering his costs through mortgages stock or other security. He spoke of progress and expected completion with litigation withdrawn.
The piece argues for universal adult suffrage, insisting government serves the greatest good for the greatest number. It contends law is gender neutral and cites mothers and wives as essential civic contributors, urging that women’s right to vote be secured and exercised.
Mr C C Rutbrauff, agent for Brush Electric Light, reports Ogden will get electric lighting with guaranteed stock. Lights cost 123 per year per unit and deliver about 2000 candles of brightness, comparable to 140 gas jets, with tenfold lighting over gas. Contracts exist in Salt Lake City and other cities, with three year terms backing the plant.
The Herald notes six to seven miles of track laid by the Utah Eastern near Galt Lake with work at three quarters to a mile and a half daily. To speed progress, 25 more men will join in a day or two, with coal hauling to start after a whistle at Kimball’s. Many locals are leaving to work on the road as coal supply and cheap coal from the Utah Eastern gain prominence.
Ogden City Council votes to adopt Brush Electric Light starting with a trial period of sixty days. The plan lowers the original $3,300 annual cost, adds street lights on Main Fourth and Fifth, and extends outside lights to the court house. If the test proves effective, service will continue for five years pending final approval.
A Fourth Ward Theatre Association arat rehearsal concluded without injuries. A horse drawn wagon and spring seat caused a minor disruption near the office. no one was hurt. Court session begins Monday at Ogden Court House with Judge Emerson presiding.
Fragmentary verse from 1850 describing a barefoot girl as an object of artistic gaze. The text evokes morning dew on grass, poetic imagery, and references to ancient builders, pyramids, and tax-like burdens. Only scattered lines survive, with archaic spellings and incomplete phrases.
The Salt Lake Herald notes a theft around 5 PM yesterday when S J Heart of East Bountiful found ten yards of rag carpet and his overcoat missing from his wagon in front of a theatre. No clue offered. Earlier a Sugar Treve Ward neighbor hood incident saw three pairs of boots stolen from a wagon in minutes.
Evy Kimball of Neos reports her son contracted diphtheria after traveling to Provo on Sunday. His illness worsened by Sunday night and he remains under care as authorities monitor for complications. Nearby, Slade, victim of a runaway accident near Taylorsville, grew worse Thursday with fears of brain congestion and sinking spells.
Bishop Ferrin announces that November 2 a second company of men under his supervision and Bro Call will leave Ogden by the Union Pacific for the Denver and Rio Grande extension. They are promised winter employment and likely work through the entire season for all willing to commit.
To The Ladies. A large stack of Dolmans Cloaks and Circulars arrived for Endies Misses and Children's wear. Call and see all Tribe a 4th agrees and 2 aly.
A Salt Lake Tribune item from November 12, 1880 suggests mutual interest between the Ogden and Salt Lake shooting clubs. Henry Dexmatter notes Ogden’s experience with Bogardus traps and urges a match to test skill, seeking mutually satisfactory terms for an early meeting.
John Kramer reports a blow to the head on Main Street near Fifth and Fowlee's music store. He says a man jumped from behind a box, knocked him down, and fled before witnesses could help. no suspect found. Local authorities fear a new footpad may be in the city.
A benefit party will be held next Friday evening in Firemen's Hall to aid a widowed woman in poor health. A committee of young men plans the event and expects a large turnout to support the cause.
The First District Court under Judge P. H. Emerson convened with motions heard. Several applicants were admitted to citizenship, including Jens Hansen, Robi Crookston, W. W. Lund, Louis Lund, John Pitcher, Jacob Nielson, Christian Andersen, Edward Goddard, Joseph Ruge, Hans Poulsen, Andrew Poulsen, Peter Poulagn, Jena Hansen, John A. Petersen, Hendrick Hansen.
Yesterday's Tun News features an opinion piece by John Rt. Winder of Salt Lake urging the construction of the Utah Eastern railroad, outlining economic and development benefits for the region.
Old advertisement for Brown's Vegetable Liver Pills promoted as a Western remedy for biliousness and headaches. Claims effectiveness against biliousness, sick headaches, and general indigestion. Sold by druggists under the product name Lem and related formats.
An OCR fragment advertises a patent remedy for “the winter of your content” to be made glorious by Persys Toxic. It urges readers to try it and says it is for sale by all druggists.
Last evening's ball at Fireman's Hall drew a large crowd and satisfied attendees as they danced to lively entertainment. A repeat event is planned by the committee in a few days.
Wilson and Co of Maln Street report strong sales in a broad stock of tools miners’ implements and firearms from small peashooters to double barreled shotguns. Call at their office for supplies and fair treatment.
An old style ad announces Wines and Liquors from Uncle Dan at G H Trrae's Liquor Store on Main Street promising courteous service. The fragment emphasizes pure wine and liquor offerings with a friendly invitation.
Fragmentary OCR lists multiple civil cases and defense counsel options from the November term of a district or county court. Names include Matt People Frank Fi... Tanner, Hyrum Stoddart Slodney, Richards & Williams, Higtes, Barratt, Tanner, and others with numerous defendants and plaintiffs. The text appears as scattered docket entries and attorney references.
The article reports Salt Lake City officials adopting a proposition from Ruthrsod of Brush Company for freight from the Joscrior, set at 1 008 per snpog, amid explanations of publication errors and credit disputes with the Only newspaper.
Fragmentary item notes a preacher named Etven Baanor at the Methodist Church tonight. The text mentions a planned tuning of city affairs and a belief about lights, with references to Christmas and the year 1881.
Advertisement asks farmers to deliver dried fruits gui butter and eggs to Li Tae at 4th Street where he pays the highest market price. The note ends with a misspelled line about payment.
Readable fragment indicates an advertisement for a corset labeled as Dr Warners perfect fit nursing corset. The notice suggests a product marketed for medical support and figure shaping with emphasis on fit and comfort.
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