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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1906
Page
3
The readable fragments reference local retail listings, shipments, and a patrol detachment route. Mentions includeGrout's Iced House in Omden, a retirement in Bode Springs, postal cards by Utah stationers, and a troop movement near St Paul. Details are garbled and inconsistent across fragments.
The Thousand Apostra are coming to Salt Lake for a major boxing fight with three special trains scheduled. Promoters report strong advance sales, with over a thousand tickets sold and multiple specials planned from Salt Lake City and Evanston. Notables include John Ono, Watson, and Jack Root among attendees, while regulatory and age rules will be enforced. A preliminary bout and sparring events feature Kid Tex and Kid Opyte, with local trains and attendance plans announced.
Dispatch notes that a planned strike by members of the Long Shavemens union is anticipated to halt operations at multiple plants. Managers warn of absent workers for a week linking to payroll disputes and production delays. Local business leaders urge calm as industry schedules adapt.
Projected extensions involve Medes Tepht Trahalt company service to the canyon and a trolley rail with new power plants. Ogden county officials and Transit and related companies discuss building a canyon railroad to Idaho, ensuring freight and passenger service.
Police court records show Elite and Oxford cafe proprietors arrested for liquor ordinance violations and tampering with a card machine. Several defendants pleaded guilty or declined prosecution, with sentences ranging from fines to warnings. A watch disposal incident and a brain teaser style note on a clever con man closed the proceedings.
A civic notice expresses gratitude to family and friends for sympathy and support after a bereavement. The message names individuals and groups who offered comfort and assistance during a difficult time. The tone reflects a communal acknowledgment of aid received and shared sorrow.
Two laborers were killed and several injured when a cupola exploded aboard a derelict platform connected with the Dillamale fleet campaigns near South Coicagu. Investigators probe cause and assess damage while workers are moved to safety.
About 180 refugees traveling from San Francisco were aided en route. Most were provided with transportation and means to support themselves while a sizable minority, roughly ninety two, were cared for by Knights of Columbus volunteers. The relief effort fed and clothed over 3600 people in Ogden and surrounding areas, with funds exceeding $10,000 donated. The mayor is to receive a full report next week and publicly thank contributors.
City Engineer announces thirty day test of cement sample from Chicago facility. Tests by chemist Glord show average quality, with high tensile strength and fine fineness. Parker notes exceptional results for grading and setting, while detailed figures from the Croyden Port cement trial are provided.
Pay car arrivals for Southern Pacific workers spark Ogden crew activity as officials inspect a special train. Military and civilian transport plans discussed for rescue and reconstruction while San Francisco fights aftershocks with disrupted sewer, safety, and police operations.
County commissioners heard estimates for the next year including 470 000 for teacher salaries and current expenses, with funds from local tax support and school funds. The board endorsed by president and clerk, and referred a petition from Shoshone Power Co and a wagon mail wear issue to a later vote.
In burned Bolinas area a gang led by Thomas wean Teraried operated on the waterfront. Wise committee placed blame on shortages of funds causing delays in garbage removal and street repairs. police reported men seen carrying ware and freing gear amid the disruption.
Harriman Imlay warned he would defer bulldog not unless 139L granted and a franchise to build a road. He cited expenditures between 500,000 and 1,000,000 and proposed an annual interest of 42.10. Officials sought to block rail lines with curves and new systems while Harriman asserted no liberty to confer the real estate. The plan aimed to commence rapid transit, with expected legislative action within a year and potential property sales if blocked.
A damaged OCR segment blends playful and coded lines with proper names like Mike Pab and Croveland Lens. It hints at a time span with dates and people such as Senator Anlfthurs and Jaye, mixed with odd wordplay and possible ads. The fragmentary text resembles a late era classifieds page or satirical column.
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