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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1908
Page
4
A terse notice invites readers to inspect a short story with a playful wink. The ad suggests attention to the eye focus and hints at a prompt to come and look, ending abruptly with an incomplete appeal.
A European tale of maritime bravery recounts Captain Varrion saving twenty eight sailors from a dismasted French schooner Champagne near At Milo France. The vessel Volurna, en route Rotterdam to New York, aided by a French steamer Nandan, rescued men by transferring them to the Volurna before the Champagne sank amid stormy seas. The rescued crewmen are to receive honors from the Benevolent Association of New York and the Gallows Society.
Fragmentary text discusses Taft and the Republican stance during a critical political moment. The piece critiques Democratic leadership and calls for caution in governance. It mentions penalties and constitutional limits while referencing the party’s responsibilities during power.
The excerpt criticizes a party and the majority for blocking popular will and delaying or defeating legislation. It asserts concerns over constitutional protections and mentions a Republican congressman as a dependable ally for the campaign's objectives, reflecting tensions in governance and policy.
A brick for the first Lincoln Douglas debate was unveiled in Ottawa at a monument dedication. A 24 ton boulder from Moat Trumba rests in the park bearing the inscription. The event drew local groups and the Daughters of the American Revolution supported the installation.
Fragmented OCR note cites widespread fires linked to over insurance and commercial failure. It mentions a chaotic page with stray phrases about civilization, exams, and unverified claims, ending with an alarming claim about death certificates and constipation. The readable text contains garbled references to events and individuals without clear context or dates.
A cryptic text fragment discusses faith and prayer, mentioning entreaties to endure hardship. It references a doomed guess at a motto and hints at a setting with traditional ritual meaning, though the exact subject and context remain unclear.
George F Reynolds appeared before the district attorney on a complaint charging Ver fat Wheelwright with a grave infant danger crime. Wheelwright, a youth of about fourteen, stood in court for the reading of the complaint and was described as appearing concerned about the grave predicament. Judge Murphy set the trial date as not yet fixed.
British Consul surrenders the editor of Me Daily News who escaped from custody on August 12. The editor faced charges of misapplication of the Korean National Fund and claimed protection from the British consul. The surrender occurred at the editor’s residence after a brief period of custody.
A new exhibit hall is planned on the fairgrounds to accompany the preservation efforts. The building will be a 10 by 40 foot frame structure with an external russet finish, a lattice roof, and no central supports. Architectural details include Spanish character accents and arched portals at each end, with interior space allotted for exhibits and storage for display items.
A chaotic report from Brigham City describes the Boston Bloomer Girls baseball troupe touring the West. Fans and officials clash over exhibition plans, with many women barred from public view while the team prepares for a western leg including Nevada mining camps and a coast schedule. The trip is billed as a pleasantry, yet unrest and confusion mar the reception at Union depot as the party moves toward Goldfield and other sites.
District court records show judge Wudge Howell granting three divorces. Names appear garbled in the filing, with likely spouses listed and crossouts or misreads in the OCR. The fragment hints at automatic decrees and multiple petitions, but the exact names and dates are unclear from the text.
A partial OCR summary describes an explosion at an AW OTL well with limited readable details. Names, dates, and precise actions are unclear, but a fatal incident and a monetary figure of $110,200 are noted in uncertain terms.
New York August 31 stocks closed with uneven action as market breadth showed steadiness in face of selling. Southern Pacific rose to above par after a period of strength while declines appeared in New York Central Rock Island and several others.
The report lists numerous stock prices from Amalgamated Copper to Western Union, with many figures showing partial quotes and price changes. It includes cattle, hog, and sheep market receipts, Chicago and Denver markets, and commodity quotes like wheat, corn, and sugar, along with brief notes on market conditions and notable price ranges.
The Woman's Home Missionary Society held its anniversary with addresses by Bishops and Mrs Bash, detailing ongoing interstate work and future plans. Mrs McCreery presided as confence president spoke on Home Missionary goals and the conference noted a 2:30 afternoon program with sermons, music, and a noted address by Pastor F. E. Saort.
A fragmented report shows a judge fining Steit for thirty dollars. The document mentions various names, dates, and procedural notes, including references to Thomas Jamies, attorney Kimball, and others, with uncertain details about postponements and associated legal actions.
Due to non-appearance one case was forfeited while Hy cnpipm fon Fuddis pleaded guilty to a charge and received four sentence of five years. Thomas James faced disturbance charges and a brief adjournment occurred as the matron presided. Holiwrl Paley faced trespass charges linked to railroad authorities, with costs arising. A separate inquiry into an ear-related theft involved a box with a broken seal and ongoing investigations. Shumaker’s conduct led to a five day punishment.
Mrs N Snellenberg wife of a Philadelphia department store superintendent killed herself with strychnine tablet on Thursday in Denver Aug 20. He blames a consuming illness for her act and sent the children to care of the husband.
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