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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1909
Page
2
The administration faces criticism over proposed water system costs as officials, including a councilman, debate hiring practices and payroll for water works projects. Opponents warn against draining treasury funds without careful oversight while supporting essential maintenance.
An OCR fragment notes a post office matter in Ogden Utah under congressional action dated March. It mentions claims in advance for six months and references Dolly and Glaimann Gne Merthy in a historic context. The readable text is fragmented and uncertainties remain about entities and actions.
The notice outlines weekly and three week advertising rates for display and classified ads. It lists charges per line and per word, with extra or recurring costs for preferred positions and multiple insertions. It specifies reader and random reference rates, and minimums for first insertions and weekly runs.
A garbled 19th century newspaper snippet hints at a political snarl involving President Tett ta Viak and plans in Utah and Ohio. The text references the Kearns organization, discontent over actions, and a strained push to satisfy the Kearne crown amid city plans and rumored feuds.
The Salt Lake papers hail Mr. Marriman amid a flurry of praise and speculation about his health and plans. Reports recall earlier eras and colleagues, noting shifts in leadership and the political landscape as Harriman moves forward with a national reform agenda.
A garbled OCR fragment references street disturbances near Wall Avenue and Leela, mentioning authorities, a police response, and a public safety concern. Names, dates, and clear events are obscured, yielding a vague record of disrupted streets and potential enforcement actions without verifiable specifics.
A Northern Nation paper reports rising tramp presence in towns and counties, describing attacks on trains, robberies, and a nationwide spread. Constable Johnson captures four men, with broad social critique of lax local enforcement and calls for stronger municipal action to deter vagrant crime.
Federal judge declares Hilton Marine Railroad Company owns the land along the line from Omaha to Asden with a 40 foot right of way contested by Charles Kargora and others near North Platte. The case, begun six months ago, involved Ellen Pacific and landowners resisting rails and paving a path for potential appeal and further action.
Fragmentary text suggests an initiating action by the defendant and a company affecting land in Urizhien. Details and context are unreadable, leaving the exact parties,法律 action, and outcome unspecified.
A critical notice alleges the Tribune published a false report about an Ogden canyon car accident. The writer accuses the paper of deliberate misstatements, exaggeration, and sensationalism, accusing reporters of fabricating details to sell papers. The piece condemns misrepresentation and urges readership scrutiny.
Lomtanille Kentucky reports reveal arrests of John Roberts nicknamed the Million Pesan for counterfeiting. Roberta and co conspirators, aided by a station agent and broker links, plotted to move Mexican money and fake notes. John Roberts confessed plans to flee after a final heist, detailing treachery tied to Weather Mahony and Mes participants. Officers traced the scheme to Taninville Brokers, leading to Martin's capture and Roberts receiving a federal bond.
President Taft extends a formal invitation for a meeting with President Diaz. The planned discussions cover international relations and cooperation, with aims to strengthen ties between the United States and Mexico. The meeting is expected to take place in a neutral location, and both leaders will be accompanied by key aides to review treaty implications and regional stability efforts.
A fragmentary note reports Mtr Wiekerstein and Lees Cun Alterins in an unusual maritime incident. Details are sparse but the event appears tied to a local port action with limited names and dates provided.
Reports from northern Mexico describe fears of treason and unrest as Governor Bernardo Reyes is reportedly detained under surveillance by federal authorities near Galeana, while General Trevino moves units to key positions. Cladestine Masons and planned demonstrations add to the tense atmosphere as the government asserts control.
A garbled dispatch from Tes details alleged plots to overthrow President Diaz. Two agents of General Bernard Reyea allegedly pursued recruitment in the city, seeking pledges and military clearance for a future uprising. The missive mentions wealthy local figure Charion Valens ruel2 as a target or intermediary.
Denver dispatch reports a divorced wife contesting the estate of Thomas Healin, father of her daughter, in a Puebla Colisaya ward. Attorneys say the daughter may reenter the entire estate after a contested will and alleged relatives press claims with a $1.4 million value.
Fragmented OCR summary reports treasury conditions with figures for silver certificates outstanding and general fund liabilities. It lists values like 85,820 dollars in silver, 3 dollars in small notes, and totals for liabilities and working balance, plus banking credits and minor coin.
The state examination schedule for September 3 includes subjects such as arithmetic algebra geometry trigonometry and reading. The notice lists beginning dates at Lake City, BoVa and Marth with specific exams like literature history and science. Nelson, chairman, presides over the board of exams in Kansas City.
The public record invites attendance at Firat Church of Christ services and Bible readings, with daily reading rooms open except Sundays and holidays. Trinity Church near Grant Avenue hosts Sunday morning prayers and communion, while the First Methodist Episcopal Church on Twenty Fourth Street lists morning worship, Sunday school, and choir offerings. Elm Street Gospel and Zion churches feature sermons, prayer meetings, and seasonal vacation notices with dates, times, and locations.
Miss Telsha Browning and John Franklin Ellinsen announced their wedding at the Salt Lake Temple with a large reception at the Browning home on Washington Avenue. The event featured pink and white decorations, formal gowns, and many friends delivering gifts and best wishes before the couple departed for the Northwest.
Dorothea Brown hosts a small gathering with several friends this Friday at 700 Washington Avenue. Relatives travel and depart for Nevada and Staufant University as a candy pall and music mark the event, with attendees including Fira Uattins Teld, Lala Clete, Carrie, Vera, and Browatine.
Mrs Enigma Kenney hosted a Wednesday lawn party at the dellantial home marking the occasion with Japanese lanterns and electric lights. Guests included Mr and Mrs W I Kowwoung and Miss Marguerite Miyan among others. Ralph Kenney entertained with songs and dancing accompanied by the Freddty.
In a fragmentary report from Hermstace merchants from Salt Lake and their wives arrived with a retinue and a grand march led by President Janey and Quaz0er in attendance. The event notes a formal reception and the presence of regional officials, though specifics are unclear due to damaged text.
A fragmentary social note lists attendees at a breakfast and dinner event at the Hermitage with names such as Khal, SW. Prite and wife, Davia and wife, Charles SM. Lays, John Andrew and wives, Milan, Epil and wives, and others from Salt Lake and nearby areas attending with unspecified roles or outcomes.
An assembled party plans to depart for Seattle led by Mr. and Mrs. Wal Miller and accompanying George Simen, with additional notes about the late Lake and other companions.
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