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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1903
Page
7
The Stand Aldy business office will open to the public at 6:30 each day except Sunday. Sunday hours will be from 10 a m to 3 p m.
Advertisers seek cheap options for the previous day’s edition. Trade notes cite demand for late placement in the evening paper and affordable rates to reach readers after work hours. Local merchants weigh promotional timing against audience reach and cost.
A patchwork of OCR fragments mentions vendors, meats, and local trades near Ogden. It notes a July legislature impact on dockets, a lake area social, a baseball game, and a local court session. Names include G Keller Co, J Kelly, and D Prout with references to Lake City and West Washington Avenue.
The Hamilton Brown Shoes from the largest shoe house claim unmatched price, style, and quality for Indies gonta and children. Readable text promotes affordability and broad inventory of fabrics and furnishings, urging customers to try the brand.
The fragment lists fundraising ideas for raising funds to aid a library or book funds and mentions various local ads. It includes names and addresses, a luncheon notice, a dinner, and recruitment wording for seamen and workers, with several partial phrases and garbled OCR details.
Rumors swirl around the selection of the Chief Surgeon for the Southern Pacific railroad. Candidates include Dr. Parkins of Ogden, Dr. Coffea of San Francisco, and Dr. Urs Ains of Los Angeles, with salaries cited between eight and ten thousand dollars annually. General Manager Kruttgeluitl holds appointment power. others noted as possible appointees.
The obituary notes Captain Witherell, about 66, a former Indian fighter known for aiding Shattie in establishing the first schools in Bals Take City. He was a member of the F.A. B. and the Knights of Pything and ran for the legislature last year as a socialist advocate. His health declined after his daughter's death and an illness infected him, with details of the funeral still undisclosed.
An advertising snippet promotes Crystal Tee Co urging customers to place orders for an IGE free product line with suppliers Goo Suwin and Sona, listing a phone contact. The fragment hints at a sales pitch for pure tea goods and impurity free claims.
Construction along the Southern Pacific at Ryndon includes three main tunnels, four steel bridges over the Humboldt River, and new road work. About 400 workers, electric lighting, and careful timbering mark progress as two tunnels near completion and a third expands eastward.
Ogden girls triumph in a close 20 minute halves basketball clash at WRAY Pavilion. The Weber Blake academy team traveled from Provo and faced a tight defense as the Ogden squad edged ahead late to claim victory. Players listed include Farren Woretee and Thess M. Poyty, with Darney and Yimms contributing in a hard fought rematch.
A fragmented report from the Police Court lists numerous individuals charged with disturbing the peace and other offenses, with sentences including fines and suspended sentences. It mentions attempts at liquor and public order violations, building permit issues, and several names such as Charles Baledias and John St. Sullivan, alongside references to officers and a judge.
The county board met in regular session amid heated protests against consolidating school districts Ogden area residents and prohibition petitioners pressed for licenses. Delegations from Wilson YOR Hiverdale Kanesville Harrisville Saterville and others spoke against consolidation. petitions and local concerns were reviewed by committees. The board also referred road and jail matters and arranged burial expenses for Captain Justus Witherell.
Friends learn that Lymn Wright will assume control of the Arnot Meat Market on May 25. The market has been renovated to offer a full meat selection with ample fresh meats and guaranteed quality. Wright promises exacting standards, abundant supply, and customer satisfaction under new management.
The Weber Club calls a special meeting led by President J L Cark and Secretary Hollingsworth to discuss the removal of forty util clerks and related posts. The notice urges full attendance and signals possible protests and reforms.
Readiness for a local benefit game at Tre Library proceeds with teams the Engineers and Cardinal set to face off. Local players including Ain Lowrey and Rhardellond lead the lineup in a weathered community event at G L Ross book store and nearby drive store for ticket sales and arrangements.
News notes from New York and Wyoming describe company actions and interviews. Delaware Lackawanna and Western president Caldwell visits hotel in New York while Norther Securities merger prompts debate. Bridge work and track maintenance proceed between Nevada and Palisade with safety concerns over weak grade and decayed ties threatening service.
Railroad notes announce Bionwif Ogden as new general agent for the Dairy Hapyers Des patel at Pier 11 North River, New York. Lawrence Bulle, once trusted in a senior role on the Rapid line, is mentioned. John Bo Wright, former superintendent of the Southern Pacific system, is reported in the city this month recovering from illness not publicly disclosed.
An old ad copy promotes a cold remedy using quinine tablets with a money back guarantee from W Grove. It advertises summer excursion rate at one fare plus two dollars round trip via Rock Island System. Includes agent HAL 5 RAY Denver address and general information.
Mis siness at Grand Opera House features Charles A Hanford appearing in The Taming of the Shrew with performances noted as profitable. The event marks a notable local entertainment milestone as demand for Much Ado About Nothing grows, drawing wider audience interest than Hanford’s prior visit.
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