Ogden Junction Adbrief from New York Edition
An 1880 notice notes a weekly Ogden Junction paper and an edition released in New York on Saturday October 2 with advertisements and distribution details.
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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1880
Page
2
An 1880 notice notes a weekly Ogden Junction paper and an edition released in New York on Saturday October 2 with advertisements and distribution details.
Entry notes the Ogden City Utah post office as a location for mailing or registration with second class matter status indicated.
A list of agents authorized to receive money for the Semi-Weekly Journal includes Edwin Bleh Haris City Jas Salmond Haris Idaho Jas Bowar Almy and Bvanaton Dames Fowler Webter Franklin Edwin Smith Richwood Cache Shepeeterse Suttlefield Logan Shaw Hyrum Howell Wellaville W N Thomas Parading W Borstey Brigham City Box James England General Co tar.
The Twe Hicksire Friends conduct gatherings at Waynesville North Carolina with laying commenced on the Zith, reflecting local religious and social activities of the group.
The Inters Ocean reports that the Morsens are holding a camp meeting near Council Bluffs Iowa attended by great crowds of people.
Larp oiL shows greater fluidity and illuminating power when heated to 280 Fabr. This property reportedly allows the U S government to save over 100000 dollars annually.
Trorzessor Norpexsksotn, a renowned Swedish arctic explorer, is named a foreign Knight of the Order Pour le Merite by the German emperor for arts and sciences.
Mr. H. J. Arrox, renowned English dramatist, was paid $25,000 by J. Toole for his new work The Upper Crust. The amount is noted as the largest price ever paid for a play except those at the green tables.
Dr Hron Guay, praised as California's foremost farmer, owns 450000 acres of wheat this year and has 350000 sacks ready containing 140 pounds each, yet fears they will not hold his crop. Dr Glenn is identified as a Virginian and a former War with Mexico soldier.
Enwin Boorn reports to the New York Herald from Paris describing the Passion Play as superbly staged. He notes the ensemble as marvelous and the costumes strictly accurate with the humblest players wearing striking white craca and cara.
In a remark recounting a moment with Herbert Spencer a boy quips about crows and crowns prompting a witty exchange. Spencer concedes, noting the humor while the boy reframes the observation into a pun about crowns.
A Dublin essayist notes a Taz woman corpse contains nitrogen carbon and hydrogen as main constituents with about two pounds of phosphorus vital for bones and brain. traces of sodium potassium magnesium noted raising questions about potential extraction for profit by chemists.
The Mikado and Empress support the new Japanese education system. A girls school at Yezo shows royal attendance and state funding for 50 pupils in 1873, taught partly by Dutch instructors. Since 1872 there are 5,429 schools with 418,100 pupils, plus Tanaka estimates adding 30,000 more, about 480,000 overall.
A Utah response defends the Mormon Church against Tribune attacks on administration and corruption. It challenges the Tribune’s fairness, cites past political controversy, and insists the church’s history shows loyalty, progress, and well being despite hostile coverage.
The piece argues the Tribune does not object to ancient religious revelations nor challenge the Roman Catholic Church while criticizing the Mormon Church. It claims Utah’s people are American and LDS members submit to a higher law, contrasting early Christian purity with later statecraft corrupting religion.
The New American Newspaper Directory by Rowell and Co. is lauded as a vast, authoritative volume listing every town with newspaper data, location, population, and communications. The review commends its thorough compilation, independent stance, and the publishers' integrity amid industry pressures.
An observer notes Berlin under stringent state of siege with police records for each resident and pervasive militarism. The city’s life is structured around drill and order as mass mobilization looms after recent threats against the emperor.
The article notes Indiana elections under Governor Hendrickstwice details 1874 17 000 Democratic majority 1876 5 810 Democratic majority and 1878 14 000. It questions the impact of fusion voting on Republican or Democratic totals.
The readable portion mentions an oiling product and a company name with uncertain details. No clear event, date, or identifiable persons are present to form a complete summary.
Local theatre to-night presents Lena the Mad Cap a four act drama starring Miss Katie Putnam with the Hasenwinkel dramatic company. Professor M O Reardon performs tumblers on ionicon and water flutes. Curtain by Williamson Smith debuts as a drop. Boston press lauds Miss Putnam noting a successful farewell engagement and high artistry.
The Weber Lodge of ALF and A M led by the Ogden Brass Band accompanied the late Valentine E Boessel to his resting place. Boessel, formerly of Ogden, died at Corinne after a long illness and leaves a wife two sons, with friends attending the funeral in Ogden.
A Justice Court conviction for stealing a steer was appealed for trial de novo in Beaver District Court. The jury hung after multiple ballots and one juror insisted on conviction when ready, leaving the eleven to one split. A break in the monotony led to a presidential vote showing Hancock 11 to 1 for guilty.
Clerical figure demanded prison for polygamists to clear field for ministerial seducers. A man was killed near Eagle Rock when struck by a southbound train last night. Telegraphed report places the accident near Blackfoot. Gen Williamson calls a Salt Lake City convention of Western Surveyors General for October 8 to reform surveying under current law.
Wardleigh, the popular sewing machine man of Main Street, reports brisk business after moving into his new brick building. He sells the White shuttle Singer Old Reliable Victor and other machines and supplies. Call on him or write to P O box 49 for details.
Ogden audiences welcomed Miss Putnam and the Masenwinkle Dramatic Company but turnout was lighter than hoped. Putnam’s versatile portrayal drew praised for humor and pathos in Lena the Madcap, with tonight’s final act featuring The Old Curiosity Shop and Prof. M. O Reardon’s acts promising strong value for admission.
Mr Harry Dennison returns to Ogden by C P passenger train after a Californian visit, in good health aside from a cold. Welcome also to Mr Watson, Logan M I supervisor, visiting from Salt Lake. Mr Cary, prospecting in US mining districts, arrives from Wood River. Mr Bailey, mining engineer from Lion City Montana, and penname Silver Bert, visits Ogden before heading to Salt Lake and home to Montana.
Last evening Mrs Emmeline B Wells, named in Geo Maxwell petition as registered, received a telegram from Balva Lockwood of Washington urging her to stand by her rights and to allow no encroachments of liberties, noting the nationwide awareness of the question.
The Portland Bulletin notes a Mormon settlement in Sweet Home valley with two active churches led by Elder Crapp. The community practices lightly on polygamy, maintaining exemplary conduct and organized religious life.
A baby boy was born to the family of A. Shiella, Esq. The infant and mother are reported well. The father’s health is noted as good and the article extends congratulations to the parents.
A reader questions the Tribune’s use of the title Archbishop of Partibus in Kideluim and asks if it was meant Archbishops in partibus infidelium. The note cites Dr. Carrigan of Newark and explores if the phrase refers to sees in the heathen lands.
Last evening after the Free Masons returned from the cemetery a horse attached to Samuel Horrocks wagon bolted as music started. Master Ed Horrocks grasped the bit and hung on as several men halted the animal near Mr Child's store, escaping injury.
In Lincoln County Nevada a spring of ice-cold water bubbles up over a rock and vanishes beyond, its destination unknown. Another large spring, about twenty feet square and eighteen inches deep, appears sandy at the bottom but rests on quicksand, with all attempts to stop it proving futile.
The writer denounces disruptive patrons who spoiled a theatre scene and calls on authorities to crack down. The letter laments how paying audience members cannot enjoy performances without being harassed by rude guests. It urges making an example of some of the offenders.
A couple addressed as Mr. Harry Watts of Evanston and Miss Emma Fartin of Oyden joined in matrimony yesterday. The outlet extends congratulations and best wishes for a joyful life together free from misfortune.
The Herald reports a deadly incident at the railroad depot last evening between 6 and 7. James Pitt night yardmaster, about 25 and soon to be married, was crushed when his foot fouled a frog while a brakeman hailed him off a moving box car. He died at 9 40 after doctors could ease his pain. An inquest found accidental death with no blame.
Two workers on the new Co op building suffered injuries. A mason had a brick fall on his head causing a deep gash. A carpenter, struck by a falling board, nearly lost consciousness and also suffered a head cut. Both were sent home for the day.
The Salt Lake Supreme Court heard arguments in Maxwell v Burton on mandamus authority and voter eligibility for women. Lawyers debated court jurisdiction haya original jurisdiction and whether registrars may strike female names under territorial law.
Judges conferred after hearing the argument and adjourned the court until 2 PM without delivering a decision. They likely reached a definite conclusion, with Judge Emerson not anticipated to be present when the ruling is announced today.
A historical notice outlines imagined Hancock cabinet picks with regional balance. It lists proposed Secretaries of State Treasury War Interior Navy and Attorney General along with alternates and potential diplomatic postings. The fragment hints at political dynamics and notable individuals of the era.
Salt Lake conference week features Mr Pp Mariette the comedian and chine actor with a strong company presenting the Lost Ship on Friday October 8 followed by a laughter piece. On Saturday October 9 C W Couldock offers The Last Boy with a two act comedy. Phil the longtime caterer to territory amusements urges attendees to witness at least one performance.
The wedding of B H Goddard senior partner of B N Goddard & Co bookbinders and Miss Lulu Kelly took place in Salt Lake on Tuesday September 28 with Counselor D Ifalwells officiating. The couple is wished long happiness.
The Hasens Winkel company drew a good house for their final show The Old Curiousity Shop. They left for Salt Lake City this morning and will perform there for three nights, with the troupe earning strong local approval.
An attempted burglary at the Court House occurred last night. Assessor and collector J Belnap, asleep in the building, roused by noises and movements, scaring the intruder who fled the scene.
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