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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 18, 1908
Page
7
The clumsy clipping mentions a court case against Central Coal and Cake, local dances at Idlewild cafe, transport schedules, and assorted people visiting Ogden. It lists names like Mrs W Walter and John Beancraft with scattered places such as Kimberly Nevada and Devin Ride. The fragmentary notes include storage ads and a Baby Ballantyne obituary brief.
Reports from Ogden detail a large public outing at Lagoon with an estimated 3,000 attendees enjoying recreation and sports events. Earlier, a child’s funeral near Riverdale and a buggy accident near South Weber are noted, with local officials and community groups planning further gatherings and meetings in Ogden.
William Jonan, a worker from GCulleute, reported being robbed of $30 by two women on Commercial Street. Grace Fuller, age 16, was arrested after allegedly receiving part of the stolen money. Jonan said one assailant fled to Ogden with the rest. Fuller returned 16 of the funds and was charged. Police seek the second woman.
Aug 17 Salt Lake reports Western Pacific railroad progress toward linking Salt Lake City with Wells Nevada. Construction crews advance along the route across Nevada counties with plans to reach Reno and then extend westward toward the Pacific coast.
A chaotic collision outside Balt Lake involved driver Yan kee, who suffered swollen eyes and facial injuries after a wagon was struck. Police investigated the incident, noting the license plate and cross street, while the injured man blamed the other driver for the crash and possible robbery. No arrests reported.
In Willard on August 18 President Francia M. Lyman dedicated the Willard Tabernacle after long construction dating to 1840. The interior was remodeled and painted with a new finishing touch. Elder Lyman led a prayer and urged deeds to reflect faith in Jesus Christ, with attendees including A. Lyman, A. Stahl, Horsley, and Peter Masson. A.B. Taylor was sustained as second counselor to Bishop Fraser. John Whitw was moved to Snake River valley.
The report notes unrest on Commercial Street with several arrests. Iola Roberts is charged with stealing $48 from WH Jones and Mayme Woutrom faced a complaint from John Reed after allegedly robbing him of $3. Thelma Ambrose, praised by a friend, was declared an undashable citizen and given until 3 PM to leave the city, with police preparing to escort her elsewhere.
Salt Lake Aug James Clove postmaster of Provo arrived with copies of an additional report from his office submitted to Washington The document notes over 100 percent rise for the pristry department and hints at a possible mistake Clove attributes the surge to mining clocks and to the activity of James Kyjeht Uncle Jesus is said to ensure every bit of fancy colored paper used in the mail is registered
Aug 18 report from Alta says miner Mar ony Wells disappeared after leaving the Alta camp to return home at about 11:30 PM Saturday. Father Henry Wells, of 1 Catherine Street, notified police last night, saying the family is anxious and that Wells may have headed toward Clear Fork or canyon route with pipes and woods nearby.
Five injured in Sunday city creek canyon accident when a surrey with four riders overturned after two horses bolted. Mrs. Francis Armstrong suffered cuts and bruises. Mrs. T. W. Madsen and son Michard were struck about the head and face. Mr. Madsen endured knee injuries, Joan Livingston hurt hips and back. A wagon followed a fright, dragging a bridged surrey before crashing on rocks, horses detaching.
Aug 17 Paystta Idaho. Tala Capstoln, nine, drowns while swimming with a watcher and her brother near the family home. This marks the third drowning in Paystta in three weeks. Rescue efforts failed as neighbors and physicians worked for hours. The child was the granddaughter of Mrs. And ora and Josh Stroup, noted Payatty valley pioneers.
Threvis entered Charlon T. Thompson's boarding house between 2 and 7 this morning and stole a gold watch and $19. Five suspects are detained, but no connection yet. The Mineral of Alexander Glileculs was held at the Fifth Ward meeting house with speakers including David John and Ben H. Hldresige of Salt Lake, plus Bishop Albert Manwaring. A large crowd attended and music was by the Firth ward choir.
August 20 21 28 celebration at Cheyenne features trained performers, roping, war dances, wild horse races, relay rates and other shows. Tickets on sale August 13 20 21 from Ticket Office with rare excursion north via O S L Sunday August Sind. Cheyenne points offered by agents with schedules and rates.
Goats and residents report a chaotic incident in Wert Lake Street as Patrolman Michael O'Tawle attempts to arrest a goat linked to a death scene. The animal resisted, caused injuries, and was eventually subdued with force before dying from wounds.
The article praises Florence area projects as vast ore finds. It notes multiple mines like Baby Florence, Florence Cannotdatsd, and Florence Juve, with high grade output and large dividends. It highlights Company earnings, royalties, and significant daily productions, signaling a booming mining scene.
A fragmentary notice advertises the Valley Restaurant at Hunterville offering fresh fruit and spring chicken with a focus on tasty meals for summer. Mentions of Roots, Carl Johnsen, and a tale of oral tradition appear as garbled attributions and uncertain connections.
A young journalist from Chicago and a Trilique staffer in East St Louis died yesterday from injuries suffered in a rural accident. The man, about 25, was center on the Bast Street High School team and had been working in the field before the fatal crash. Authorities and the paper indicate he received fatal injuries en route to Charaks.
Taft Republican Club plans a Maltair excursion on Tuesday August 18, including a round trip via O8L to Luke and back for $1.00 per person. Details quoting travel fare and schedule appear in local listings.
Obscure 19th century item notes Dr Hopkins, longtime president of Whilame College, dying of pneumonia after thirty six years in service. The fragment mentions the Mars Auk 18 el date and a funeral memory with limited readable context.
Reports from Warsaw indicate Miss Booth recovered after a collapse during a public event. The incident disrupted activities as officials, including Mire Tinard and others, worked to assist and secure the scene. Further details remain unclear as authorities assess the cause and safety implications for future performances.
The note lists extensions laid by the Ogden Waterworks Co across multiple streets and blocks, naming avenues such as Lincoln Avenue and Twenty Street, with references to dates like August 807 and March 21, and detailing pipe sizes, depths, and locations including local streets and wards for sewer and water lines. The document records installation progress, measurements, and site specifics across a broad urban grid.
Heat overwhelmed Miss Eva Booth commander of the Balyslan Army in the United States after addressing a crowd of about 4000 at Wisletia Lake Jubilee conference. She collapsed and is under medical care with little improvement reported.
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