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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 11, 1879
Page
2
Tutavriancen of Alphonso, King of Spain, speaks five languages. The note remarks that most women can use a man up with one, and Alphonso is to be commiserated.
The Oare election is set for next Tuesday. Supporters expect a strong result for Ewing amid tight, optimistic—yet uncertain—public sentiment.
Wrather to Utah is a curious thing to contemplate. In the growing season everything was parched for want of water, now when nothing is growing and that little water is needed, we get it in torrents. It highlights an unpredictable, unregulated water pattern.
A columnist from The Vinginta Montana notes a local expose debate described as ridicu lous and blasphemous. The piece, written by a veteran observer, contends the proceedings attack faithful belief and mock the speakers’ intelligence.
S L Kane claims Democrats lack a state wide majority beyond New York City for twenty years but Judge Church, elected a decade ago, won by about 90,000 votes with roughly 15,000 from the state outside the city.
The piece contrasts Andrew Johnson’s ridicule for his four priority stance with Hayes adopting the same approach, arguing the public mood differs. It notes Johnson sought public pulse while Hayes aims for visibility, framing both leaders in terms of vanity and public perception.
The piece argues the government must reform its Indian policy by honoring promises to the savages or wage war. It says settlers should not be penalized for government actions and criticizes Uncle Sam for injustices toward the red men.
The dispute between heirs and the trustees over a will is described as near exhaustion of their tricks. The writer predicts renewed vexatious actions on a wholesale scale and warns that the mischief makers will be ready with new incidents when the next act begins.
The Tereiontat fair closed on Monday with magnificent displays in every department. Wea Jennings presented notable blooded stock and exhibitors across machinery soil growths and fine arts were well represented, earning general praise for the exhibition.
The first issue from Salt Lake City introduces a monthly aimed at youth organizations in Utah. Junius F. Wells is editor and publisher, with an introductory piece highlighting broad intellect and editorial flair. The contributions appear well prepared and the publication is expected to succeed.
A reader denounces a Balt Lake Tribune exposé on Mormon Endowment House mysteries as fraudulent and biased. The letter questions authorship by Tribune staff and accuses the paper of elevating sensationalism over legitimate local news.
Madrid deals with Spain and Austria over marriage terms. Key points include Don Carlos’s rehabilitation, Don Jaime as heir presumptive, and repealing the Pragmatic sanction of 1830 in favor of 1717 law. Liberals oppose the Austrian match, citing Hapsburg tyranny and urging republican lessons from 1868.
The article lists prize money and times for walkers in the Astley belt contests. Charlea Rowell earned about $25,000 with 115 hours 40 minutes for 13 minutes 6 seconds per mile, Samuel Merritt about $29,500 at 13:35 per mile, and others Messrs Isazael Frank Hart George Guyon Ennis and Krohns earning smaller sums. It describes the belt’s gold and silver links, weight, and inscriptions, plus previous contest winners from 1878 and 1879.
A brief entertainment notice highlights a singing performance by These Fine Standard Singers at Wardleigh's with call and exarsine events mentioned in the readable text.
A new arrival at Wardleigh’s draws attention as shoppers discover the Standard Singer, a fashionable option highlighted in local advertisements. The item’s features and price are noted, with expectations of strong sales in the coming weeks.
A 19th century editorial denounces a woman’s plan to curb births as criminal and immoral. It supports legal rights for women but attacks movements undermining motherhood and promotes natural population growth. The piece condemns the inventor and rejects her offer to advertise in the column.
The article describes Jakutsk on the Lena in Eastern Siberia with long freezing periods and brief thaws in midsummer. It notes extreme cold from November to February, a nine month river ice, and a thriving candle industry serving hunting tribes of Jakate and Buriats who trade butter and animal skins at a June fair and May markets.
An old patent medicine style advert touts Western Remedica for western diseases. It claims cures for chills diarrhea and cholera with phrases praising Brown's Family Medicines and liver pills. Wm Driver Son and J W McNutt Co of Ogden distribute the products.
A young clerk in Cass County attempted to murder his employer, firing from concealment with a revolver. Police found a gun and tools for grave digging. In Ohio a 15 year old girl survived being shoved down a 60 foot well by two tramps awaiting capture in Parker's Landing. A gravel train riot in Harranp left Williams dead and Conroy badly wounded. Four tramps were arrested as efforts focused on the girl's condition and identification.
President Taylor announced this was only part of the missionary list and more names would be called before the conference's close. Elders Richards Young Smith led the morning talks while Elder Cannon presented the long roster of assigned missionaries across Utah and beyond.
The daily report shows General business approving church authorizations by a unanimous vote. Morning and afternoon sessions featured Presidents John Taylor and Elders alongside others, with a long list of missionaries named for destinations both domestic and abroad. Conference adjourned until April 6, 1880.
A bold intruder disrupted the newsroom by stealing the editorial tripod and presenting a newly edited poem Beautiful Snow. The offender was found dead behind the Johnson office with a funeral planned for 1 p.m. The piece notes the singer from Michigan will attend.
Obsequies reported for Ernest S Young with services at the parents residence in the 18th ward yesterday between 10 and 11 AM. Family, relatives, and friends attended as Joseph Young Moses Thatcher Brigham Young and Feramorz Little offered consolatory remarks before the interment at the family cemetery on the hill.
Residents complain of a decomposing horse carcass on the road above the grave brewery for a week causing a foul stench. They urge immediate burial despite cool weather to restore travel conditions.
Joshua Williams of L. D. Wilson & Co. reports an iron boom with screws up 25 percent while nuts fall about 10 percent and bolts hold steady. The news should please Bro. Williams who is always well supplied.
In Salt Lake City vs O J Hollister the demurrer to the city's complaint over twelve thousand dollars in taxes on distillery liquor is argued. The case concerns liquor taxed between 1867 and 1878 not turned over to the bonded warehouse. Outcome awaits whether the demurrer is sustained or overruled. A fatal mine accident at Great Basin in Stockton kills William Cox, a 24 year old Cornish worker. He died when dirt fell as he worked alone. another person injured. Coroner requested from Tooele, but arrival uncertain.
Ernest I Young one of seven litigant heirs in a recent compromise was found dead in his bed at about 7 this morning. He had a headache and took morphine after returning from Warm Springs yesterday. a coroner’s inquest ruled death from apoplexy. The 28 year old, born in the city, leaves a wife and four children.
Proceedings held Tuesday and Wednesday October 7 and 8 1879 before Chief Justice Hunter. Salt Lake City v Hollister argued on demurrer to answer. Daniel W Stanton v Holcombercy disputed as to defendant Twumbley. Settlement against Oleombas sought. Grand jury returns seven indictments under Territorial law. Joseph Silver v Emma Bilver dismissed at plaintiff’s cost. Anton Eilers v N C Bateman et al trial in progress.
Sheriff Brown arrested William Brooke on a requisition for stealing an overcoat. He is described as a heavy drinker from Ems ereld Isla with a noted reputation. Life will be examined when Justice Middleton returns from Salt Lake.
The United States case against Dan Roberts opened yesterday morning before Commissioner McNutt in City Hall. Prosecution rested by 1 p.m. and the defense began, with testimony running until nearly 10 p.m. Proceedings resume at 10 this morning at the same location.
Spreckins left his home to meet a man who owed him a bill. His wife waited on the front step with a broom as the man returned. She struck his companion with the broom and demanded an explanation while the town clock supposedly struck. Mr. Spreckins must stay indoors for a day or two.
A horse owned by H. M. Bond & Co. bolted while a man ferried a tool box to Field’s bakery. It dashed along Fifth to Main and Fourth Streets, collided with a second team, causing about 3.75 dollars in damage and no injuries.
On Tuesday Chief Justice Hunter presided. In Iunter v Burns et al. plaintiffs gain nothing. defendants recover coats. twenty day stay allowed. Silver v Silver: defendant motion for judgement on referee report. Goodman Bros against Siegel Bros dismissed without prejudice at plaintiffs' cost. Salt Lake City v Stollister demurrer argued. Stanton v Holcomb et al dismissed. judgment against Holcomb as prayed. Court adjourned to 10 tomorrow.
Friday’s Daily lists Elders released to return to Utah on October 18 1879 from various millennial star offices and conferences. David Dunbar and Henry Walah receive leadership appointments in Nottingham and Norwich respectively, with others reassigned as traveling Elders across Dundee Manchester Shetland Leeds Sheffield and more under new supervision.
Local notices announce a fresh exhibition of sewing machines at Wardleigh's hall. The event showcases latest models and offers demonstrations for potential buyers and hobbyists.
Russian staff officers from the Odessa military district are sent to the Austrian frontier for a three week exercise to study the best methods of invading from that quarter.
Evanston resident Mr. W. Kenner writes of a heavy snowstorm starting around 7 a m. The snowfall has persisted with brisk winds, leaving at least four inches on the ground though melting quickly. No signs of stopping.
A local notice praises George II Tribe as a reliable mercantile man in Ogden. It highlights his steady rise in the trade ranks and his reputation for offering first class goods at reasonable prices.
The case of Uni Mr. Dan Roberts el States was discharged after Commissioner McNutt ruled the evidence insufficient. Prosecution lawyers Beattie Barratt Williams and Smith argued, with Baratt’s careful preliminaries and Williams’s steady defense. Judges and counsel were praised for professionalism and impartiality.
Officer James Brora 4 captured three prisoners after they attempted to saw through jail bars using a case knife. A second detail officer spotted them while guarding Child's store supply candles. A warning shot frightened the inmates but caused no injuries. the plan failed.
The article argues Mahoney did not conspire to entrap anyone and acted from duty in the Bri. Roberts case. It says the officer approached the task reluctantly but faithfully and cannot act otherwise under duty.
False Impression. It is supposed Dyepesia cannot be cured but Green's Avocet Frower has never failed to cure ne epsia and Liver Complaint in all its forms. Sour Stomach costiveness sick headache palpitations indigestion bad taste in mouth. Of 50,000 bottles sold last year not a single failure was reported though thousands of letters from druggists praise cures. Three doses relieve any case. Sample bottles 10 or regular size 76 cents. dly
Sunday night at 11 45 Baxter announces the birth of a son to Joseph Baxter in good condition with mother and child reported in fine condition. baby weighs 11 pounds.
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