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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 04, 1903
Page
4
A fire apparently started by a tire flaw threatened a local factory yesterday. Flames erupted in the basement of the structure, prompting rapid response from five department units who contained and extinguished the blaze with chemical agents.
Mary J Harrison filed for divorce from John J Harrigoh on grounds of habitual drunkenness. The couple married at Pulverton on June 18 1581. Alarria la Ritchie petitioned for letters of administration in the estate of Jains & McNair deceased, who died in McNonough County leaving property in Bult Lethe County.
Fragmentary report describes tensions over housing and revenue as a city movement seeks expulsions. Police and party members intervene while a nonfatal shooting occurs near a wagon train on a Provo River route. Word of the incident spreads through Bastlake City as authorities guard against further violence.
The Salt Lake arena hosted a heated boxing night featuring Daly against McCurdy. Police chief Murbidge urged calm as the crowd clashed with officials over the outcome. Daly faced criticism for alleged fouls, while many supporters claimed a decisive finish in the third round, prompting calls for further review and possible rematch.
Smoke and a small fire in a furnace are noted in Salt Lake with follow up on a local fire response. The county commissioners confirm appointments and a jail site is proposed. Funeral details and a new organization board are reported, naming officers and aims to maintain wage schedules and reliable workers in the area.
An 19th century style advertisement touts Kodol Digests What You Eat as a universal stomach cure. It promises relief from indigestion, dyspepsia, sour risings, and other gastric issues, claiming the product cleanses and strengthens stomach membranes. A testimonial from S. S. Ball of Ravenswood praises its effects after twenty years of discomfort. The ad notes a bottle costs 60 cents. A separate note recounts a bird named Bill killed by a farmer at Calder's park, once owned by Max Petos, with mistaken pursuit and regret.
City Marshal Alichad Munga of Muay Jest evening arrested three men for possessing jewels beneath their outer garments after a fight. The trio, named Cullen Shields and Johnson, are held in Murray jail pending inquiry into burglary links. All were liquor-tinged and subdued by Marebal Mauss. Cullen and Shields resisted arrest.
Standings show varying results with teams such as Los Angeles, Spokane, and Portland-Western region clubs recording wins and losses. Notable scores include Los Angeles and Spokane securing wins while others reflect mixed records as the season progresses.
Des Moines, St Louis, Philadelphia, Washington, Cleveland, Detroit, New York, Boston and other teams posted varied results in early August games. Highlights include St Louis defeating Chicago, Philadelphia beating New York, Washington overpowering Boston, and Milwaukee dropping a close loss to Des Moines with 8200 in attendance. Other notes mention pitchers Donovan, Slattery, and teams like Brooklyn, Philadelphia, and St. Louis showcasing late-inning hits and strong fielding.
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