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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 17, 1909
Page
4
General Bingham, police commissioner of New York, accuses magistrates and politicians of core corruption behind policing failures. He outlines potential bribe sums and leniency offers, detailing access to sensitive official life and urging readers to study his explosive revelations.
Hampton's Magazine presents a mix of articles and features including Dr. Thomas E. Green on Japan, Reginald Wright Kaufman on fashion, Mrs. John Van Varst’s Confessions of an American Cheat, Charles Edward Russell on modern prison reform, a tale by Alice Hlegan, and a lighthearted look at Say of the Tratesgres aoe.
A dramatic episode unfolds as Fredly Divercee, accused of coercing Lila Horrha Williams to accompany him to St Louis to marry. Williams, a divorcee, alleges a scheme to lure her with a hat. The two men, Williams and Baron, arrived in St Louis at 1:20 am and reportedly urged her to make the purchase. A confrontation at the millinery counter led to a concealed weapon arrest charge for Turon, with police involvement under a tower charge.
The painter Lady Alma Tadema, wife of Sir Lawrence Alma Tadema, died today. She was known as an ardent note and a star of Classical National culture.
The text presents a garbled account mentioning kidney inflammation and various doctors and remedies. It references Ardon Larsen of Spreneen and Lap ten and a physician who speaks about treatment and patient outcomes, with unclear dates or locations.
American delegate Fletcher presides as a settlement is agreed to raise funds for railroad work in China. The total increases from 27.6 million to 21 million with American investors receiving one quarter and others split between French and German interests. Americans gain equal opportunity to supply materials and appoint engineers. Final details to be arranged after Willard Brittain’s arrival as financier representative.
Army forces repel simulated invaders in a staged conflict near New York and New Jersey. Reports state ten cavalry and infantry casualties, with nearby detachments engaging patrols and capturing privateers. A projected fleet of enemy ships was announced as approaching, prompting fort defense reinforcements from New York and local coast artillery units to boost harbor defenses.
A flock of ducks wanders through Lake View as town finances are strained. Aldermen discuss using ducks to clear debris and tidy streets, with funds diverted from public services to support the unusual street cleaning effort.
A garbled report details a group in Wellena and Deaty opposing city incorporation. It mentions citizens forming a defense stance, authorities at Weller, and implications for a new hub, with references to overseers and local oversight. The text is heavily corrupted.
The article describes efforts to formalize a city’s incorporation, with petitions and warrants headed to the Miscoud supreme court for hearing in October. Meanwhile enforcement of ordinances and licenses may be paused as legal challenges unfold, affecting local police and city officials.
Los Angeles Aug 17 Mia Ada Otis divorced wife of Thomas Utix a well known automotive man and formerly Mia Ada TH of Chicago drank poison at the Van Nuys hotel in this city. She had been married in 1858 to Oilstrem whom she obtained divorces in 1908.
Aug 11 report from Guard and Consul General Nagai says Japan has withdrawn subsidies aiding vessel hunts of seals and sea otters. Government notes revised laws to end all set operations in hunting gale and sea otters, effective late 1909, to curb illegal poaching amid international controversy.
In Aug IA a fight between Sirs. Fimma Grown aged 64 and L. A. Bunch aged 63 at 1106 Tenth Street ended with Bunch throwing boiling water from a kettle. Police pursued and captured him after a frantic chase through streets and alleys. Grown fled screaming as a kettle was knocked away.
Aug 17 Glen H Curtiss American aviator suffered a sprained ankle after a recent accident at an aerodrome. He expected to direct repairs on his aeroplane but could not say when he would resume flying. The incident caused damage and slight injuries to workers present. Cortland Field Michop of the Aero Club of America attended the event amid questions about the Willet brothers’ alleged tights violations.
Chinese residents in Lom Anzeler petition for permission to smuggle opium from a den, arguing the federal ban harms a declining population. They claim the new law destroys a vital remedy and seek authority to import a limited amount, citing $940 in funds.
Aug 11 dispatches report Moor resistance along the Morocco coast affecting telegraph lines near Melilla and Alhucemas. Spain allegedly opens peace talks with the Moors as clashes erupt with contraband interdictions and no casualties reported.
A man identified as Patrick C. Banay along with accomplices from San Francisco shot and killed Mrs Thorms Hells and wounded Alice Mann and undertaker Frank Dunn in front of the Emerald home. The assailants fled but Banay was later arrested amid threats of lynching.
Chicago, Aug 11. An increase of ten to five letters per word for cipher messages by Western Union and Postal Telegraph on September 1. The change aims to simplify billing and standardize charges across all coded messages. Domestic missions are affected as the new cipher rates apply to messages entering the country.
Wantourer Aug 16 Jamet and William Mortimore tailors in business many years died suddenly after a basement fire alarm. Brother Lamplight tarnee reported missing hot water search found James dead. William Mortimore then summoned housekeeper and aided moving the body. Both men died of heart disease after medical examination.
Lena Antelis reports that the city tendered its keys to the American pharmaceutical association members in a ceremony. The event included a misdelivered address by President Oberg. fog prevented his attendance. A reception at the Los Angeles chamber of commerce followed, then a grand ball at Blanchard Hall hosted by several local figures.
Pant Alberta Aug 17 A terrific forest fire rages in the Caalle Tooumains sixteen miles west of meat Lagsan The fire swept yesterday, men and animals driven from the valley, and authorities reported great damage as flames spread through the timbered slopes.
An explosion at the Dynamite House of the Western Explosives Company on Tut pial Tuy, Mowey Island, caused five deaths. Investigating officials and local authorities are assessing the scene and tracing the cause as families seek answers about the tragedy.
Fragmentary lines indicate military action in Crete with provisional administration and an oath of allegiance. The report hints at Greek and Polish involvement and external protectors seeking autonomy for Crete, while tensions rise over foreign demands and potential troop landings.
Aug 16 Niagara Falls My boy August Bourer of this city drowned while swimming in the whirlpool area of the Niagara River. He ventured into strong current despite warnings, fought the rapids, and disappeared after 200 yards from the whirlpool, with rescuers unable to reach him.
Beattle Aug 16 The American Prison Association congress debated the Indiana plan to prevent criminals and idiots. Judge Ben Lindsey of the Denver Juvenile Court presented the committee report on prevention and probation. Lindsey criticized reform as imperfect and urged humane treatment over extreme punishment. Mrs Z Eden Foster of Washington spoke on progress and EX Wrown of Frankfort Ky discussed probation in the South.
Investigators probe the Colorado wreck cause citing engine and brake failures. Emergency braking actions by conductor Fallon are discussed as contributing factors. Coastguard and hospital reports note twenty eight injured as witnesses testify. jurors will reconvene after a site visit tomorrow morning.
W Snell of New York, manager for a plave manufacturer, was sued for damages after allegedly kicking a cat through a window. The incident caused injuries to the animal and the plaintiff asserts liability for veterinary costs and resulting losses.
Denver August 10 The Ballinger Pinchot controversy may not be carried from Spokane to Denver. Delegates at the National Irrigation congress discussed the issue but most favored avoiding hostilities. Taft hinted the interior secretary should stay away to cool tensions. Pinchot likely to attend Denver. expect debate at the session opening. Observers note irrigation and conservation dominate the agenda with talks by Barrett Neves Parker and others on trade relations and river projects.
Unusually extreme heat across Kansas and Oklahoma caused multiple fatalities and severe crop damage. Cities like Kansas City, Topeka, Wellington, and Oklahoma City reported record temperatures up to 193 degrees, with heat waves persisting for days and prompting factory shutdowns and limited distributions of essential goods. Weather bureau data cited a hottest period in decades, while reports described fatalities, heat exhaustion, and widespread agricultural losses amid drought and power strain.
Fragmentary weather notes describe hazy conditions and shifting winds. The report mentions no rainfall and notes ongoing regional conditions with unclear dates.
Frightful disturbances spill from weather driven tensions as a violent incident unfolds in Chicago and aurora. Police report a woman fatally wounded after a salon shooting amid a string of brawls and personal crises.
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