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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1908
Page
8
Fragmentary OCR text shows two ring telephones and an office setting. Mentions Dell Phone and Galt Phone with unclear context. No clear event date persons or organizations beyond generic phone references.
Fragmented report describes drunken disorder on a Sunday, police reports of intoxication, and street activity in Ogden with mentions of saloons, community actions, and a rusting mix of arrests and notices. Also notes a embezzlement arrest involving George W. Lynch and a large property holding linked to a company in Salt Lake City.
Sealed proposals for a sidewalk and pedestrian walkway project in the city are invited. Proposals must be received by the city clerk at the designated office by 3 PM on April 27, 1908. Plans, specifications, and contract terms are available from the City Engineer.
A fragmentary report describes weekly gatherings led by AL Wright at the AL Department. It notes a district Sunday school convention in May to discuss improvements and methods, with leaders from Weber, Boxelder, and nearby stakes attending. Mentioned is Joseph Parry Soup Co and a brief drug ad for constipation relief.
Salt Lake and state news recount a Ute and civic gathering in Ogden where Mrs Esta Duncan and Mrs Mary Lacey led a delegation visiting the town. Attendees toured the city, dined, and attended a ball with Grand Army wives invited to a banquet. The event concluded with remarks praising the hospitality and expressing thanks for the evening’s kindness.
Holmes, a parolee linked to a Salt Lake City fraud ring, fled from Iowa custody after a parole violation. Authorities traced him through Utah and Utah territory, with a requisition issued by Governor Cutler as Holes faced recapture and a looming transfer to federal custody.
A Holler worker at Davrep and Ata Chunde was operating a lathe when the machine drove the chisel into his forehead. He was rushed to Sir Merk's hospital where Dr. W Kedamin treated him. Doctors say the injury may be fatal but not certain. authorities note possible carelessness. The 20 year old, 161 South Thehth Wesel street resident is hospitalized.
The prosecution of C H Calerlaih's penny arcade at 75 Second South Street, Baltimore, for violating the Heenue ordinances, resulted in the business being shut and the operator ordered to pay fines. The court ordered the seizure and removal of twenty five machines and a payment of $10 per machine, with the arcade closed and Majestic penny arcade at TS Haast South Street affected.
A garbled report notes insect damage threat to California sugar beets. Scientist Provauber G. mentions trials at Logan and Sacramento galley plants, with early spray methods and scattered losses. drought and dry conditions cited as factors affecting pest spread and beet health.
Fragmented OCR details a rugged Idaho gold discovery near Four Mile country and Cedarwater River, with mentions of Drogrande and Uend ite veauhding, referencing gold shows, leadership figures, and a high stake claim process amid tense frontier conditions.
A chaotic report from Salt Lake on April 22 covers Apostle Oram Whitney addressing a gathered assembly. He discusses Mormon doctrine, authority, revelation, and critiques of Wardaworth as he defends faith, includes statements about the creation of earth and spirit, and quotes unclear prophecies and leaders.
The notice outlines a railroad construction contract for the Rawhide Valley route with Calera Construction Company involved. It mentions a 26 mile segment and a plan to lay track at five mile intervals, referencing completed purchases and freight connections, with dates implied but not clearly stated.
A scrambled OCR passage outlines a railroad company proposing a new freight route from Rawhide to Fateview, with plans to extend 28 miles and invest about 1.9 million dollars. It notes freight agreements, funding sources, and uncertainties about continued traffic, asked to proceed under legal guidelines and timeline.
Promising outlook described for oil regions with plans for new wells and pipelines. Investors note potential production rises as companies announce completions and upcoming operations in Pittsburg and nearby fields. Officials report shipments and anticipated pumping schedules for the season ahead.
April 26 report from saunter Oueburn Chl outlines the Sutien Mastigther festival honoring Ue vial oghie Atimbtie batt as Leleip’s society prepares for a grand procession and banquets. The event features a parade, formal receptions, and a focus on traditional customs, with local leaders expressing hopes for community unity and cheerful celebrations despite weather delays.
Unclear dispatch describes a landing near Benin Harkara with thousands marching to the population centers while naval forces ferried ashore at dawn. Details cover flags, decorations, and the ongoing repair work on the Missouri and associated vessels ahead of a May naval review near Monterey and San Francisco.
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