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Newspaper
Ogden Junction
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1880
Page
2
Fragmentary local market notes from Ogden Junction dated October 30 1880. Reads as a rough list of goods with uncertain spellings and missing values. No clear prices or complete items can be determined from the legible text.
An entry from Yost Ollie at Zden City Utah lists a second class matter designation. The note records a postal or publication filing status with unclear context.
A list identifies individuals and locales authorized to receive payments and issue receipts for the rarac. Signatories include Jame England General Collector and others across Idaho, Richmond, Cache County, Shawyseescce, and Armbr City, with numerous fragmented names and scattered towns.
American girls study European opera affecting cultural exchange as critics warn of social upheaval. The report links scholarly programs to shifts in attitudes and potential tensions among audiences and communities.
Witaraxtic Cosx. unveils a vast cotton mill occupying a single immense room 820 feet long by 174 feet wide and one story high. The building is illuminated at night by fifty one electric lights.
Youxe Parurr asked Smvce for guidance on calf care and was advised by Brick Pomeroy to write to prominent ministers or statesmen such as “tank” Beecher, Ross' Conkling, or “Sime” Cameron for input.
Citywide murder tally hits ten on a Saturday night provoking editorials that such violence could shrink the republican majority by election day. The Tombs also add ten more voters to the count in this grim snapshot.
An 1843 report notes one acre produced watermelons selling at 30 cents each for a total of 552.00. The land yielded better profit than payments from Credit Mobilier to Jas. A Garfield. The fruit was noted as exceptionally good with no rot found.
Mor mons in Utah test the constitutionality of the female suffrage law and doubt its fate. A new straw in the brick may be scarce as the law is expected to stand despite mandamuses.
Detroit Free Press presents an illustrative comic life of Gen. James A. Garfield noting a schoolboy rescues and a playful contrast between the moon and Deacon Jackson. The piece jokes that the moon lights the world for boys and cows while hinting at local moments before closing with a farewell.
Observers report the eucalyptus or fever tree can banish malaria like fevers in southern Italy Corsica and Algeria. Planting these trees reportedly banished epidemics on previously unoccupied low grounds near Algiers and transformed unhealthy districts into wholesome areas. The article urges adoption of this experience to reduce fever intensity locally.
The piece highlights Jilaxcoca's eccentric work at West Dolot, including a self made signaling code and a cannon repurposed as a peace time refrigerator. It notes his pursuit of a hard tack edge tool, and mentions scarce biographical details drawn from Detroit Area Press and Garf eld’s life of a famed figure.
A reflective essay argues poverty is a universal blight and wealth creates social divides. It praises equal opportunity in America, noting enterprising poor can rise through honesty and industry, while aristocratic systems suppress the less fortunate. The piece cites Darwinian and national contrasts to affirm mobility and political equality exist in the United States.
The text argues that born free means more than escape from serfdom and slavery. It envisions freedom from caste, restrictions, and rank to cultivate manhood, virile mind, and a noble soul. Such gifts aid prosperity and eminence beyond a golden spoon.
The document notes that key organizers plan to depart for Colorado on the tenth of next month to work on a Denver and Rio Grande project under proper leadership. It warns readers, especially youth, to join only with trusted companies and maintain faith and integrity while away from home. Details are offered by Omer and Homer Call and Bishop Josiah Ferrin who handle arrangements and terms.
Jons Boach and the Delaware River Iron Works form New York company with 10 million dollars capital to build thirty iron and steel excursion boats. Each vessel will have at least twelve watertight compartments and be equipped with advanced machinery and safety features. Boats to reach at least twenty miles per hour with rapid construction planned for World’s Fair 1883 preparations.
A Detroit scientist Dr Kedzie reports rising adulteration of sugar with glucose across households and food products. Pure glucose is claimed poisonous, while manufactured glucose supposedly carries harmful substances. The note warns glucose now appears in many candies and syrups and increases the amount needed for sweetness.
A cartoon shows democracy as a candy hawker under a patched umbrella to repel an October storm. A hole labeled Indians leaks rain onto her free ship taffy and free trade buns, prompting her cry of faith and leakage.
An old medical advertisement promotes Unela Sam's Nerve and Bone pills claiming relief for rheumatism lumbago and related pains. The obscure copy lists a local seller J. Wandelte and a price point, urging readers to buy for quick comfort.
Salt Lake Cricket Club visited Ogden for two friendly matches on a cool day. Ogden won the first 30 to 29 after ten wickets, then secured a second victory by 77 to 72. Umpire Mortier and scorer Worrocks officiated as both clubs praised good sportsmanship.
Local Salt Lake papers report a surge of thefts by a suspected gang including pickpockets and burglars. A miner lost his horse and saddle after asking someone to saddle his horse, while another horse and saddle disappeared from a Seventeenth Ward stable. Citizens are warned to secure homes and watch for suspicious characters as police efforts continue.
Telegrams report Apostle C. C Rich is seriously ill with paralysis at his Paris Idaho home. He remains conscious but drowsy with left side weakness and severe head pain. Brethren Rich accompanied by Deg Benedict left for Paris on the afternoon train. hopes persist for a favorable outcome.
A fragmented stage scene shows Mr. Qwe the lawyer and Mr. Pwo in a court setting. Two encounters a client in the cells and a whispered whisper hints at a recent theft by Devouuxyy as the curtain falls amid applause.
A twelve year old boy, son of Mr James Gale, was seriously injured when a neighbor's cow horse threw him. He fractured his left arm and dislocated the elbow after the fall. Dr P I Anderson and Mr H C Wardleigh treated him with chloroform and attended the injury. he is reported doing as well as could be expected.
A Salt Lake resident and musician Mr W Weihe visits the metropolis after returning from Germany where he pursued musical study. He is regarded as a rising violin artist with a bright future and a promising career ahead.
A rural observer notes a family pattern of two boys, two girls, then two boys, two girls again, and repeats the sequence with two more boys. The latest addition is a girl, prompting speculation that another girl will eventually complete a dozen children in the census.
Yesterday at 2 30 pm the trial of Billy Leeton for making threats toward Mr Smith at the depot proceeded before Justice C F Middleton. Prosecution by P L S Richards and defense by P J Barrett. After many witnesses were examined the judge fined Leeton 25 dollars plus costs totaling 30 pounds.
A household goods sale in front of the Dollar Store on Main Street was stopped around 2 PM yesterday and renewed this morning. Many items brought good prices under Adams hammer while others sold cheaply. The sale was adjourned at noon to resume at 4 PM.
Next Tuesday brings excusing day in Utah Territorial and Presidential elections. Geo rge Parcen, captain of Ogden's eleven, earns credit for his field setup yesterday. Mr Smith, a barber, bought Billy the assailant's effects after his trial and departed east by U P trains. Smith has no rival.
On a calm morning in town, Mr. Funge’s horse broke free from a post near Funge’s hardware. The wagon and horse collided with several wagons, tearing gear and wheels. A second runaway disrupted traffic near Cunningham & Horn’s tavern before the horse finally stopped near the Vinegar Works, leaving damaged gear and a jelly of harness.
Fr T A Lyng contemplates giving a performance in Ogden ere long. He will be welcome, end.
Mr. B. T. Young entered Payne's shop on Main Street to buy boots and, though intoxicated, selected items before collapsing a short distance away. He had likely taken morphine, remained unconscious for hours, and required stomach pumping. Doctors feared for his life but he recovered enough to be considered out of danger by nightfall.
The Light reports arrangements for a party to ride a special train this evening to inspect the electric light at the new silver smelting works seven miles south. Mr Ruthrauff, Brugh electric light agent, recently activated a machine there to enable day and night labor as the illuminator fills the bit. The exact start time is not yet known and the return will be early.
This evening a group of notable locals including R A Wells Major Howell J W McNutt John Tyler and Ambrose Greenwell sets out for Corinne to hunt ducks on Bear River. The writer claims big duck numbers will alarm the Saturday editorial table.
A new patent describes a method to sweeten rancid butter by kneading with clear lime water at five parts butter to one part lime water. After kneading, the lime water is poured off and the butter washed with pure water. Rancidity arises from roe acids neutralized by lime.
The dispatch from Dr. Benedict to President Taylor says Brother Rich remains in serious but not hopeless condition. A 24 hour period is expected to bring likely improvement and the family is with the doctor at the bedside.
The passage urges Ogden residents to attend a People’s Party meeting to elect a delegate, warning about fraud and naming George Q. Cannon as the People’s choice for congress. It notes a Logan performance by the Logan Dramatic Company on Saturday evening, October 30, featuring Ben Bolt and Quarkin’s Love Letters.
A letter dated October 28 1880 recounts a carriage trip to a funeral where an uninvited lady joined, accusing the deceased of a dirty condition. The writer defends the care given in their home and rejects the allegations as unfounded.
A Paris Idaho launch introduces the Bear Lake Democrat edited by J C Rich and J W Uart. The weekly declares fearless advocacy for rights of men across politics and religion and promises to defend infidels pagans and women rights while providing a platform for their sacred mission.
The Cleveland Leader notes Milton Nobles and his Dramatic Company perform Phenix at Wood Manece Theatre next Tuesday evening. Nobles appears in new roles with Carroll Graves and Jim Blades, praised for strong comic timing and dramatic range.
The son of the late ton Jos A Young, aged 27, died early Wednesday after a morphine overdose. He had shown brief recovery Tuesday night but failed to regain consciousness. Funeral services will be held today at 2 p m from the Eighteenth Ward school house with many relatives invited.
Francis Cope is released from the business department to depart for home Saturday Oct 30. W Hulse is released from being a travelling elder in the Manchester Conference for ill health to return to Utah with the Liverpool party Oct 2. Lyman Martinez becomes successor to Elder Cope in the office business department. John Urie is appointed travelling elder in the Alaskaow Conference under Elder D C Dunbar. David Urie is appointed travelling elder in the Glasgow Conference under D C Dunbar.
John Bayle & Co. received four carloads of furniture yesterday from Goshen Indiana Grand Rapids Michigan and Chicago. To make space for the influx Boyle & Co. will occupy the store next north to their current location on Main Street. The arrivals include the latest improved aisles and promise good value for customers.
A two year old boy and his four year old sister wandered from home in the 0th Ward about 10 am Tuesday. After hours of search their mother and neighbors found them together hand in hand near Fuller's Hill, unharmed.
Fragmentary note suggests arnica leaves hold healing power for Siberian natives. Text mentions Brown's Amnyea Satya and a global reference to healing practices, with unclear context and wording.
The newspaper notes with pleasure the birth of the first child of Bishop Whitney of Salt Lake. It congratulates the bishop and his wife, wishes a long life of usefulness and joy, and hopes their family grows in happiness.
Readers report political tempers rise as elections approach. Citizens discuss a People’s Delegate to Congress while a Buffalo robe case and court cheers spark interest. Salt Lake activity includes theater site talk and light experiments. police seek a suspect linked to a courtroom incident.
Notice from Alre. M. and Miss May Bowris announcing the relocation of their millinery business to the former Mrs. Schram room beside Peebles' drug store. They offer a new fall selection of the latest novelties and invite customers to view them.
A cryptic note claims a town’s winter is transformed into a glorious summer by Pepsin toxic sale. It urges readers to try the item, advertised for sale by druggists.
In this city this morning at 2 15 to the wife of Mr Zechariah Ballantyne a fine daughter. Mother and child are well. Barxie To the wife of Willie Barker of Moon Fort on Monday morning Oct 15th 1880 a fine daughter. Mother and child well the father proud it is his 13th child.
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