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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1909
Page
2
The piece notes a citywide effort for decoration and the Usion depot readiness with a Baz of thy Splog and stramers of Bnatiog. Weather promises rain for a week, threatening the planned decorations and delaying the railroad work as crews prepare for main deroration at the depot.
The piece lists advertising rates for daily and weekly ads, including display and classified rates. It mentions multiple insertion options, location charges, and reader costs, with detailed per line and per word pricing. It reflects period pricing structures and terms like changes, weekly equivalents, and unreflected positions.
The article discusses Ogdenites backing a railroad project linked to the American Fate Le Tenant scheme led by W. Shareth and others. It notes mining and land grants, potential oil commerce, and a push to develop rail and agricultural wealth around Moreland, Abentern, and Mahо, with local support praising concrete progress and regional growth.
Harden, Stone and Co report Utah Copper company of Baghem shows improved ore processing and surface stripping reductions. The mine plans faster track construction, higher annual refined copper output, and rising profits per share as it expands porphyry copper resources and boosts production efficiency amid a strong metal market.
The opening of Madson avenue from Twenty-fourth street to Twenty-fifth street will pave the city in new bus line. The avenue will be 66 feet wide cutting through all property on Twenty-fourth street requiring the tearing down of portions of the barber shop occupied by Adam Farber and other buildings. The Tribe Liquor house and The Ft. Klesel company structures will be affected. Half a dozen large buildings are planned along the new avenue to establish Hudson Avenue as a business center and the project aims to ease hardship for property owners while promoting commerce.
The Ogden based Expanding Construction Company 13 secures a major contract for a 76 mile road from Narnia Ore gon toward Mortland. The project links to the Southern Pacific route along the coast, with heavy grading near the Feather River and the Western Pacific advancement seen as a landmark in railroad construction. Company leadership emphasizes boosting Ogden’s finances and local employment as the project proceeds.
A fragmented notice urges residents to decorate before a public gathering planned for Friday evening and Saturday, as crowds will arrive in Ogden. It warns against late decoration and stresses patriotic colors and showing home pride.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions blessing ladies and a rally phrase with unclear names or dates. The readable bits imply a call to support or celebrate women, but specifics are absent. The piece reads like a slogan or poem fragment rather than a full news item.
An editorial discussion extols babies as central to family life and moral character. It critiques modern parents who neglect childrearing, links infant welfare to national virtue, and notes a cultural shift toward valuing babies even among all social classes. The piece cites Theodore Roosevelt and observes rising perambulator use, portraying babies as both a nuisance and a social force shaping brains and development.
The article critiques Thaw's ego and vanity, noting a blend of self-love and defiance. It argues that if he is sane, most would deem his actions excessive but not insane, while if insane, many would question the sanity standard itself.
The San Francieco Call laments nations rooted in war and monarchic folly. It ridicules royal aims as it laments frivolous conquests, conscription, and grand strategy. It frames Britain and Europe amid a sprawling critique of imperial ambition and national defense.
A refined notion of Anglo German accord aims to end ongoing bickerings and joint tensions. The movement secures support from a high government circle and gains a crucial endorsement from the German ambassador, signaling broader diplomatic momentum.
Denver reports detail a long running dispute among Ringling Brothers and local publishers over circus licensing and influence. Mayor Speer and police chief implicated in maneuvering for and against show access, with lawsuits and public notices fueling a heated public battle.
Crowds thronged to see Ringling Brothers with thousands traveling from outside the city and by tramway and rail. Spectators praised the show as a grand, heartening performance with dignified conduct and universal praise for promoters and performers.
The tariff conference report dominates Senate proceedings as leaders press for a vote on Thursday. Key figures including Aldrich and Clapp clash over the presidents authority and the scope of reductions, while western senators demand changes to feather and leather duties before final approval.
The State of Utah to the defendant David Jensen. You are summoned to appear within twenty days after service of this summons. If you fail to appear within thirty days after service, the court will proceed and judgment will be entered against you as the plaintiff demands. The case seeks to secure judgment discharging bonds between plaintiff and defendant. Plaintiff’s attorney is T. Davin Jensen, 403 West Dadding, Orden, Utah.
Notice to contractors invites bids to furnish the rosterlad 24 rreeting w toer bene pile hritar. Bids will be received by the County Commissioners on August 4th, 1909 at the office of the Board. Exposition rates and excursion details to Salt Lake City are provided with daily trips and fare information.
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