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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1909
Page
2
A garbled ad rate list describes local header charges and insertion costs. It cites 16 cents per line for first insertion, cents per line for subsequent insertions, random references at 25 cents per line, and weekly line rates. It references Daily Advance and Daily Advertiser pricing and weekly changes without clear attribution.
An irregular stage show turns chaotic with interruptions and risqué acts. A woman sings while a man clashes with various patrons, a guitarist and a chorus of discontent, ending with accusations of impropriety and a messy job dispute.
A damaged, era style critique rails at modern theater for vulgar sexuality and suggestive content. The author laments sensationalized performances with risqué humor and calls for mature judgment, chastising perceived decline in stage decency and decorum.
The San Francisco Gas and Electric Company branded Harry Orchard a perjurer after his testimony linked to the dynamite attack. The company sued for damages caused by gas explosions but concluded Orchard’s tale was false and paid 108,968 for the incident.
The United States government completes the Gunnison Tunnel and distributing canal project after four and a half years of work. President Taft will personally open the tunnel in the Uncompahgre Valley on September 2. The canal will irrigate about 169,000 acres, supply large-scale power, and serve Montrose and surrounding towns. The tunnel runs 50,600 feet with a 72 foot tall structure, costing an estimated 5 million dollars and plans include perpetual water rights and power generation for diverse uses.
The fragmentary text outlines an Omaha murder case involving Charles Olsen claiming a crime linked to a prominent army officer. It references a purported manifesto, a theory of violence, and a box car in Uintah where the robbery and murder allegedly occurred. A deputy confronted suspects near a wagon load of merchandise, with unclear details about people and exact location.
A deputy sheriff was killed in a gunfight tied to a bootlegging operation. Two robbers opened fire but were not stopped at the scene. Herbert Preston was arrested, and investigators expect to press charges as they pursue the gang across the rail freight routes to Ogden.
Officials and experts in Chicago weigh Ogden petition and Balt Lake rate plan before the Interstate Commerce Commission. Debaters clash over whether reduced rates for a single city violate the act, with Ogden advocates arguing for equality and cancellation of discriminatory practices.
Directors of Weber Mesertuk Power & Investment Company outline steps toward a large Weber River irrigation system. Stockholders are told of expanded capital needs, past subscription shortfalls, and efforts to secure funds to complete the project in 1906 and beyond.
The document outlines forming an irrigation district in Davies and Weber counties with a district bond to fund construction. Arrangements with negotiating parties may enable completion of the system, transferring bonds at par to the people. Builders’ profits under this plan would be low, and the proposal relies on public support and increased land values.
Galt Lake, Aug. 20 Judge Gowns held a brief Juvenile court session and sent Harry Stone, 17, a vagrant, to the state Industrial school after he was convicted of pilfering from local stores. Stone came to the city last Friday and was picked up by police Tuesday. An assortment of pocket knives and other tools were taken from his pack, with prosecutors noting his youth prevented a harsher charge. Stone claimed to be a high school first and second year student. his parents are dead, though later officials indicated one parent might be alive, as juvenile authorities pursue resolution of the case.
James C Leary reports an extradition request to Nevada for J J Campbell and Forward McCaspell on charges connected to a forged check tied to the Frontier Bays Wild West show at the air grounds encampment. Campbell and McConnell allegedly cashed a $3533 check that Leary says was altered, leading to an arrest effort that captured the suspects in Ely, Nevada on August 7.
A 15 year old boy, Romers Stowell, the son of Aleal Mire, died after burns suffered when he fell into a boiler of boiling water at 235 South Second West. He was injured Wednesday morning and died later in the day.
Aug 10 Salt Lake Clip reports the annual meeting of Methodist Episcopal pastors for the mission of Tak begins in Salt Lake City Wednesday and continues through Monday. Bishop Thomas F Berry will preside with several prominent western ministers. About twenty Utah ministers will attend, with program plans coordinated by Dr. and Mer. F. Ry Short. цер
Hake City August 19 The new treats of Hormer United at Ben B Heywood suffered severe intestinal strangulation and was taken to St Mark's hospital. Doctors weighed need for surgery and moved him to hospital Tuesday. Advices say Heywood is resting comfortably this morning and friends hope for a swift recovery.
George GB Equires issued letters to every insurance company operating in Verh under the Burom Law passed by the state legislature. After January 1950 no policy can be serviced without consent from the insurance commissioner. Letters included the Utah Insurance Code and urged companies to amend policy forms to comply with the new loss provisions.
Salt Lake City Aug 1 Danes McTernay a well known exsherman of Salt Lake was admitted to Holy Cross hospital after an operation for empyema following pneumonia. He was transferred Wednesday after the operation and the surgeon reported he left the operating table in good condition and was resting easy with indications of recovery.
Simkane Washington August 2 A claimant boxing and billiard tournament to take place in Spokane in 1810 extending over two weeks planned by Fal Kane manager of Willa Hoppe the billiard champion. My plan explains Kane.
Amateur astronomy contests in Canada drew attention as contenders gathered in Sjio-Rane to contest western and Canadian championships and name a national amateur champion. At Yerkes Observatory a session of the American Astronomical Society produced debates on habitable worlds, planetary destruction, comet heat, and celestial events including the reappearance of a famous star as discussions continued into August.
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