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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1909
Page
8
Nelson Corbett calls for a light weight title fight against Bat Nelson. He recounts struggles to regain form, details training, and doubts a rival’s edge, while asserting readiness to meet Nelson and aim for $10,000 payout.
A fragmented 1910s style boxing discussion shows Tony Delaney and Ab Kaufman tied to a proposed ten round match with Ketchel. Negotiations falter as Ketchel and managers reject terms and a shift toward Kellerman or Johann is implied, with money at stake and bets placed.
The Santa Anita card featured close finishes and notable upsets led by Lady Irma in the handicap. Oakland stable bought Tony Faust for 825. Melleether caused a post time scare, while Westbury failed to repeat as favorite, losing by a half length to Dow Rique.
Sacramento beat San Francisco and Sacramesta, April 1, in a chaotic recap with mentions of Crown and Ayres. Los Angeles defeated Varnen 12 to 4 on April Fo. Notable play names include Tatterlen, Teter, Fieckenrides, Kiekel, Gabland, and Portland I. Ban Franchco beat Oakland 7 to 0 as Harkness struck out in the later innings. Bear RHE lists 162 baterries: Harharae, Aratmater, Dore and La Logs.
Riverside dispatch notes Santa Anita races will close on April 17 with racing events to end that date. The report mentions Bevergutte and Watker Ote as local references tied to the closing period and schedule.
A reprint of a local racing note describes repeal efforts and testing of a new law by the Baste Abts associates led by Thomas H Williams. Objections focus on a clause confining violators to the county jail, deemed unconstitutional. The article notes grounds and tenke kept in their weet pendition for summer racing and a postseason move of horsemen to New York and other cities.
Will Chodee preside as referee for the Chicano Apel Z-Frank Gotch and Testi Maboout match tomorrow to decide the world wrestling championship. Candidates presented include Cat Masterson of New York Walter Kelley of Cleveland and Oll Floto of Denver as acceptable referees.
In the serial final round at the Tennis and Racquet Club Pontell Ke 60 faces Jorhan Crane in a grudge match while De G. 3 Derby challenges a foe tomorrow. The event is part of a weekly series with coaches and officials noted. references to prizes and past winners are included.
Notice states that the Angoal met at First National Bank Huttine Oregon to elect the board of directors for the ensuing year. The meeting, held on the 1st day of April 1999 at 12:50, includes other business as properly comes before the meeting. Henry Ol Rolapp, Secretary.
Notice declares an annual meeting of Levi tem Aagar Company shareholders to elect a Board of Directors for the ensuing year. The meeting will take place at the company office, Room No 2M First National Bank building Oxdeq City Utah, on Wednesday, the 12th day of April, 185 at 11:00 a.m. The secretary Henry Wt. Rolapr calls the session.
The Ogden City Council announces plans to improve 24th Street from Grant to Wall, Wall Avenue from 23rd to 26th, and Lincoln Avenue from 26th to 35th, within a paying district. Projects include paving with asphalt on specified blocks, curb and gutter, and grading. Boundary lines extend along Grant to Wall and Lincoln to 23rd, with assessments based on benefited area. A public hearing and cost estimates are included, with dates noted for the meeting and assent procedures.
In forests of northern Idaho and surrounding regions a reported freak wolf of enormous size with a shaggy black coat was shot and sent to Washington for analysis. Officials deem it not a hybrid and note it resembles only one other specimen from a distant forest. Hunters recall Indigenous depictions of a fierce black dog wolf, and traders seek fur and price. The discovery echoes early Lewis and Clark era tales of unknown animals in the Rocky Mountain region.
Notice to contractors dated March 19 1899 in Ogden Utah for a treated water works project. City Engineer prepares plans and specifications approved by the Special Water Committee. Sealed bids due April 1 1899 at City Hall opening publicly at 7 pm. Plans available at City Bureau. The city reserves the right to reject any or all bids. By order of the City Council. ALF. PARREH City Engineer.
A newly organized Republican Prohibition League of Crab converts into a permanent statewide entity. The group aims a two year campaign against liquor traffic, expecting victory over whiskey forces. George M. Cagnon’s office hosts the kickoff with Wesely B. Wallon elected state chair and Neghl J. Morris Salt Lake City secretary. An official address and attached officer signatures outline aims and structure, with 100,000 copies of convention records prepared for public circulation.
A patient reports persistent kidney pain with recurring episodes and seeks relief through ongoing treatment. The text mentions a physician, family context, and references medical terms and possible procedures but remains fragmented and unclear about specifics.
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