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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1908
Page
2
An advertisement extols a steam cooked wheat flake product designed to aid weak digestions by making starch fully digestible. It claims six hours steam processing, careful flaking, and 400 degree toasting, resulting in a food that supposedly ferments nowhere and feeds both children and the elderly with no waste.
New York on March 31 reports Selly Silver slain as a dynamite charge misfired while he prepared to throw it at police in Union Square. Doctors at Bellavus Hospital say he will not live twenty four hours as cerebral meningitis and paralysis develop from the wounds. Police uncover further evidence in the Union Square bombing case linking Alexander Berkman, treasurer of the Anarchists Federated Union, to advising the meeting. Berkman is held in secure custody as magistrate Drooge reviews the matter.
A long overlooked piece highlights Ogden as the great gateway between East and West. A Southern Pacific report shows Ogden handling the largest share of cross continent travel from March 1 to March 15 with 2 767 entrants, underscoring the city as a major rail hub and travel artery across North America.
A review of Charles Manforde's company staging of Antony and Cleopatra at the Grand, praised as creditable though uneven. Demiurge Hepford led Antony with mixed success while Kathryn Stevens gave a fair Egyptian portrayal and Alexandr Mackensie and Georg Gorham delivered solid Demetrius and minor roles. the death scene lacked impact but did not ruin the performance.
The Kirko La Shells company presents The Virginian tomorrow at the Grand with W. Hurt in a strong portrayal of the name character Owen Wis ters. The stage adaptation of the popular novel is a widely read Western drama that has drawn favorable notice and remains a strong attraction for audiences tonight.
Mrs Humphrey Ward spoke at the Waldorf Astoria on April 1 as the Playground Association of America hosted a meeting in New York. The Duchess of Marlborough attended and letters from President Roosevelt, James Bryce, the British ambassador, and Lord Grey, governor general of Canada, were read praising her work.
San Francisco April report details a federal probe into a ring led by Testa and Accola with Wolff, accused of mail fraud and shaping illegal business ventures. Grand jury actions and indictments unfold as authorities pursue the case, with ties to multiple districts and ongoing investigations.
A reputable mall order scheme in Chicago relied on a pattern similar to one used by Arcola and Whit. The fraud list included MAX Mail Co. of New York and other fur firms in Winona Minnesota and Apeldoorn. U.S. Commissioner Lercock ordered $3,000 bond hours pending a preliminary examination. Wolfhax was captured by federal officers in Chicago.
A young woman about 20 called police begging for food medical aid and shelter. She gave name Milly Analarrog from Fork City claiming to be married to Preyeaux in Park City and deserted by him after moving from Pocatello. She is pregnant and in ill health, taken to a night shelter then to the county infirmary where she will stay for recovery. Relatives said to be in Pack City. Authorities investigated her plight and arranged care.
The Light Battery of the Guans plans to purchase twenty four horses after government approval on April 20. The mules will equip the battery for instruction and support, with horses to enable mobility and rapid drill. Captain Webb trains the unit nightly, shifting from gun drills to horse handling and field readiness as war needs rise.
State Engineer Tenney reports on Uintah country irrigation progress after a fifteen day trip. Government has spent about 600000 in two years establishing and improving local systems. New settlers misunderstand water husbandry, risking conservation and economical use. Soil remains fertile for wheat but ditch movement slows construction. Transportation limits hinder crop shipment, but railroad access will spur rapid development. no water scarcity in the region.
Ball Lake March 1 Harry Harding pleaded guilty to burglary and waived time for sentence. Judge Armstrong ordered him to serve a two year term in the state prison after entering the plea in court. The defendant admitted to breaking into a residence, stealing a number of items, and taking money from the victim’s pockets.
Fragmented flyer advertises a railway trip with a round trip fare of 4 dollars from Vinlon Depot to Mia Grande. Mentions dates in April, a conference flyer, and a connection at Vinlon Depot for ticketing and travel details.
The advertisement promotes Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as strengthening the feeble and purifying the blood. It claims to treat indigestion biliousness liver disorders bronchial and catarrhal issues, skin eruptions, open sores, and chronic catarrh with accompanying remedies and a salve. It offers the medicine and a free medical adviser publication upon sending stamps and address details.
A glaring ad describes a modern brick residence with water, electric, and improvements, plus a four room bungalow near J line and town access. It notes farms and orchards in Weber County and parts of Utah and Idaho with easy terms and attractive prices. Office at 204 Wash Ave invites inquiries.
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