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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1908
Page
2
Fragmentary notice from The Standard something in Ogden Utah describes a postal entry and Aden Act of Congress. It mentions monthly advance pricing and a Sunday Morning Examiner free offer.
The Standard Invites advertising attention to daily and weekly rates for space in The Evening Standard. Rates vary by position and line length with special contracts offered for weekly or monthly insertions. The notice touts low prices, compares with rivals, and claims subscribers for The Standard.
Members of the Ely court denounce anonymous attacks and urge open discussion on the waterworks issue. They insist arguments be presented with names and accountable authorship, asserting public questions require visible, responsible discourse and not hidden commentary.
A lengthy obituary like notice describes Mrs. Ratton, a Denver resident and West Yale college graduate, launching a major charitable project to support hospitals. It outlines her background, family ties, and the ambitious plan to fund and construct a hospital complex, detailing disparate locales and notable associates.
A dense philosophical piece argues that a party organ should not bind collective action and condemns machine politics. It asserts loyal press must freely oppose unworthy elements while supporting purification efforts within the Republican framework and cautions against overbearing party control.
Readers condemn railway conduct and safety lapses amid rising accidents and fatalities. Experts blame poor signals and equipment gaps, urging managers and officials to prioritize maintenance, employee welfare, and stricter safety protocols to reduce preventable incidents.
The health department reports 669 babies died in Chicago during July. Investigations point to improper feeding, lack of fresh air, and unsanitary milk as major factors. Many deaths are attributed to parental neglect and congested districts under public health scrutiny.
Lawon Aug 2 reports Parliament has achieved little since January opening, with major items like the old age pension bill and several reforms blocked or postponed. It notes pensions take effect Jan 7, 1909, budgeting implications, and outlines stalled bills on licensing, election reform, coal hour rules, and child welfare.
A chaotic motor boat racing event unfolds in New York City with several notable participants and a large crowd. Officials report strong winds and a push to finish the race despite rough conditions.
The report details a triangular course around fifty miles, with multiple vessels and pilots testing speeds near thirty nautical miles per hour. Captain Noel Robining's Wolseley-Shiteley is praised for condition and potential, while Commodore Handley’s Nan is forecast as less influential. The American contender US S.A. and rivals from Riverta, New Jersey, are noted for engine power and speed prospects.
A cloudburst near Vanlt Nevada Sunday afternoon caused a ten foot flood sweeping the Verdiaul Lumber yard porch and nearby buildings. Miss Huta Tixley 24 daughter of John Tixley foreman perished, Jake Stith reportedly lost his life, others injured including M C Ross and James Burke.
Chicago reports Austin May, manager of the Partie Conpor company, may be released from City of Myztes prison where he has been held since Wednesday on charges of procuring detention of Lawrence Bh. Ross, bookkeeper at Buwan Vivian phantalion company. No contact with outside world. authorities refuse visits or telegraph updates. An agent was sent to Monteo ty Liveathiaye to verify the case as Denver and Hoaton involvement are cited.
In Tabriz a major fire disrupted telegraph services and electric infrastructure as panicked crowds watched. Eyewitnesses report tense scenes, with officials urging calm while investigators assess the blaze’s cause and impact on local commerce.
A truncated wartime note mentions both sides in a city conflict, the need for funds, and a plausible business angle. It also notes Turkish advances toward a district and a potential reoccupation of Sujubuluk at any moment.
War front reports from Whitefish Montana say sixty five carloads of coke and coal and several bridges owned by the company are destroyed by forest fires at Pernis. Major bridges near the depot Fernie and Elk River crossings are wiped out. Two depots, water towers, and militia posts at Pernin are lost. A few residences remain and six people known to have perished with others missing. A hurricane rages making fire control impossible.
The United Brotherhood of Tailors plans a letter to 100 contracting firms in New York seeking a conference with a group of plow men next Saturday. General secretary Henry Wille says 20 000 workers would join a wage scale increase and shorter hours. Current workers toil 10 to 11 hours weekly earnings 14 to 16 dollars. helpers earn 5 to 7 dollars.
Governor Folie ordered Brigadier General H Clark and the Missouri National Guard to assemble in St Louis City next Sunday to enforce Sunday liquor laws and restore order. The decision followed a St Louis county grand jury meeting with Dr Denny and state officials after rising tensions and investigations into local conditions.
Havana Aug 2 The result of Sal ueley's reelection is still in doubt with fragmentary reports from Telegraphs indicating conservative Easting and possible peach outcomes. Provisional results show one in two ex ceptions across provinces as Havana experiences great confusion over the tally. Final result may take two or three days to announce as abacus calculations proceed.
The article reports American athletes dominating events including the 100 meters and long jump at a special games meet. Names such as WH Mama Huufifon Chicago Athiitle and Fr Carpenter are mentioned among competitors, with results noted in four minutes and 12 seconds for the 100 meters and a successful high jump.
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