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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1903
Page
5
In San Francisco April interview, Harriman discusses the Central Pacific's expansion and the planned Reno Ogden reconnection. He cites faster overland service, completion of the Nevada surveys, ongoing rails construction, and potential time reductions San Francisco to New Orleans. He notes limited dividend guidance and ongoing policy of reinvestment.
Chosenne April 28 Governor Tre Far cot Richarde died at Nie Home at 8 o clock today from wendte kedany inna He was born August 6 1840 in Char estan New York and educated at Andover academy He served as sheriff and warer in Alabama before moving west and founding Firsh National bank He was elected mayor of a town and later senator and governor in 1902 Funeral likely Friday under Masons rites, of which he was master
New York April 28 Leopold Werthheimer a wealthy dry goods merchant was shot in the chest arm and side at his home on West 12th street. Joseph Simpson 24 of Haut 12lst alweet was charged with the shooting. Wertheimer a 62 year old member of the firm Wertheimer and Wertheimer had recently moved their business to Third Avenue. Simpson had been employed as a chauffeur but was discharged after a fire at the business. The motive remains unclear though police say Simpson sought money from Werthheimer who denied owing him. Simpson claims Werthheimer owed him money for a thing Wertheimer denies the debt. The injured man is in serious condition.
A basement collapse involving a coffin and a dead body occurred yesterday afternoon. Seven people were injured though they are expected to recover, while the coffin and surrounding area suffered damage.
A fragmented Italian text describes a man named Jang and others facing threats of death and torture. A magistrate and police captain are mentioned in relation to a court scene. The account references arrests and alleged coercion to withdraw charges.
An April 28 desultory report from Mpingfeld details a murky inquiry into hoodling activity. It notes investigators pushing claims about persons who might know hoodling links, with references to witnesses and a commission planning evening work and ongoing testing of testimony.
A Corvallis incident reports a man attacked by a Jersey bull while tending cattle near Fifloniatty. The victim, identified by local authorities, sustained fatal injuries as onlookers and veterinary staff attempted rescue efforts. Further details remain unclear due to damaged text.
Caracas April 17 1908 the government issued a decree defining the rights and status of foreigners in Venezuela. It outlines residency rules for foreign nationals including those in transit or owning real estate and restricts political participation and public office for foreigners. The decree repeals earlier laws and is signed by President Cipriano Castro.
General Miles, head of the National Highway commission, spoke in a long address urging improved roads and waterways. He argued government expenditures should favor rural commerce, farmers, and national welfare, linking road upkeep to agricultural prosperity and national unity.
Lord Strathcona the governor of the Hudson Bay Company announced a year end bonus for all employees. They will receive ten payout on unpaid earnings for the past year.
Melbou rne Iowa April 28 Practically the entire business portion of Melbourne was burned in the morning fire. The blaze swept about three blocks, leaving only a few small buildings standing on Main Street and causing extensive property damage.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a judge and legal context with references to the Philippines and a battered wound. The readable segments imply a court or health matter but lack coherent facts, names, dates, or outcomes to establish a clear event or action. The item appears as damaged text from a legal or health related newspaper snippet.
Albany April 28 The court of appeals issues a decision on a franchise tax matter. The ruling centers on administrative procedures and the impact on the statutory division of the supreme court. The text references a party and potential remedies, with emphasis on the tax issue and state law interpretation.
A dispatched report from Yuki and another from St. Petersburg discuss Russia’s intent to annex Manchuria. The war minister tours stations, orders frontier defenses, and Britain plans to reinforce Asiatic stations as tensions rise over Manchuria and imperial interests in the Far East.
Reports from Ouahe Des Moines and Clarinda detail a stormy presidential journey. Rain chilled crowds and disrupted plans as Theodore Roosevelt and the party moved between towns. Despite wet weather large gatherings greeted the president with enthusiasm, he spoke briefly at each stop, and officials noted measured praise for Congressmen Hepburn and local delegations. The tour continued toward Des Moines with preparations for future events.
A fragmented article discusses concerns over child quality versus large families. It references a Mothers and Fathers organization, mothers speaking with leaders, heredity and environment as factors, and calls for reducing birth rates to improve child wellbeing.
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