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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1903
Page
2
Jim Corbett declares his final bout concluded after facing Jeffries in Ogden Utah. He praises Jeffries, says he will leave future plans to his manager and trainer, and notes telegrams offering engagements regardless of outcome. The piece notes the August 15 1903 date and postfight reaction.
James J. Jeffries defeated Jim Corbett in a nine and a half round bout at Mechanics' Pavilion San Francisco with a left to the stomach followed by a right, stopping the fight as Corbett’s seconds signaled to Referee Graney. Jeffries praised his improvement and dominance while Corbett, though gallant, could not match the champion’s speed and power.
A detailed report of the ten round match between Jeffries and Corbett. It notes fast exchanges, body work, clinches, footwork differences, and referees stopping to inspect gear and glove changes. Tommy Ryan retired Corbett after four minutes of rest in the final round.
The record lists James J. Jeffries born 1875 in Carroll County as a heavyweight with a history of knockouts and fights against Tong Buskirk Baker Ruhlin Choynski Goddard Jackson Everett Sharkey Armstent Kitzim mons Rharkey Corbett Griffin Kennedy Rablin Fitzsimmons and others from 1896 to 1902 including multiple world and scorlds championships with several draws and 23 round bouts.
Anderson Indiana August 14 Charles Catwell a farmer near Elwood owes his life to a hog attacking a Hereford bull that charged him in a pasture. The hog, sworn enemy of the bull, injured it with tusks as Catwell escaped with the cattle herd in the fence break. The hog and bull have clashed before and Catwell keeps them apart at feeding times.
G Dun and Co weekly trade review notes railways up 7.7 percent from last year as August proceeds. Merchandise distribution is heavy, traffic disruption occurs, and staple prices remain steady. Fall preparation is vigorous with overtime to fill orders. foreign exports at this port drop by 1,401,049 dollars in the last week.
The article argues a fatal risk from ignoring indigestion and stomach trouble. It touts Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for stomach and related disorders, claiming health reform through digestion improvement and liver purification. It invites readers to obtain medical guidance and the People’s Common Sense Medical Adviser.
Hundreds of thousands of women across the United States are urged by Dr. S. G. Hartman to write for free advice on treating female diseases. Hartman, famed for forty years of medical study, offers medicines at drugstores and invites endorsements from notable figures. Letters should include name, address, symptoms and duration. many testimonials praise Peruna, with responses promised by Hartman from Columbus Ohio.
In the iron and steel sector the week brought steady gains in pig iron purchases while major producers failed to reach new contract placements, disappointing sellers. Hides remain weak but prices avoid the usual weekly fall. weekly U S failures total 174 versus 106 last year and Canada 22 versus 21.
Washington reports orders issued to General Young to become chief of staff under the new law. The War Department also assigns general staff officers including General Corbin as assistant chief, Brigadier Generals Carter Randolph Bliss, and others to duties under the chief of staff.
A man who gave the name Jack Hoyle was arrested by Sheriff James for attempted robbery. He allegedly entered a Main Street residence and demanded aid but fled when discovered. A stout woman restrained him briefly before he escaped toward the railway yards and was recaptured moments later. He appears about 50, possibly demented, and may have entered a Front Street house earlier that day.
An old patent medicine advertisement promises PAZO VINTMENT will cure itching internal or external piles with a money back guarantee if it fails. The copy notes bleeding or protruding piles and offers a refund of 0 cents.
Travel rates show Ogden to Chicago round trip priced at 75.00 with other routes listed including Ogden to St Louis 67.00 and Ogden to Omaha and Kansas City at 62.95. Tickets available year round with stopovers at Denver and points west. Final limit is 90 days from date of sale.
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