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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1903
Page
5
A chaotic 1900s style report recounts a train depot robbery led by masked robbers from Rock Island. Lawmen pursued with a posse after six hostages were freed and watches seized, the thieves escaping toward Topeka amid a rash of injuries.
Facing his divorced wife, Herbert B. Shaffer drank carbolic acid at his home in Wisliye Ii, Minnies good Wyre, then stabbed himself. He had threatened his wife earlier as she fled to summon help. The scene occurred as the couple’s separation followed a decree entered days earlier. Shaffer collapsed after ten steps and died within minutes, with Mrs. Shaffer and her husband Thomas Healy present.
Aug 28 dispatch from Las Talmas details Jacques Lebaudy, wealthy French heir, who proclaimed himself Emperor Jacques I after landing an expedition on the coast between Cape Jubi and Cape Bojado. Five men were left behind. he fled with the governor, his yacht seized by Spanish authorities, and lawsuits for damages have followed.
Fragmentary OCR details a proposed railroad line from Denver to Old Mexico linking New Mexico and Arizona with the Houten Pacific corridor. The plan envisions coal and tin freight, mining shipments, and cross-border connections to extend routes toward Guayaba Bay, with a capital structure around 3 million dollars and listing several named investors and officials.
Geneva New York reports the Brooks periodic comet observed in Capricorns with slow motion westward. Discovered at Hobart College in 1880 it showed moving in an orbit of several years. It was seen again in 1896 and now appears in the same predicted position with four small companion comets nearby.
The Rev. Ton Luigi Sartovia, pastor of St. Joseph's Church in Baltimore, is described as a relative of Pope Pius X. He writes from await further agency with Cardinal Gifhona and indicates ongoing work in the ministry. The text reflects a fictional or garbled account mentioning Venice and a sixty year old status.
A garbled New York report claims friars are objectionable and expelled from a French ship amid claims of upheaval in Argentina. It mentions Buenos Aires, a German submarine, and tensions involving Hravil and Uruguay amid proposed revolutions and restrictions.
Reports from Villefranche and Washington describe U S naval moves toward Beirut and Genov, with Rear Admiral Cotton outlining plans to press Turkish authorities on the murder of Consul Magnusson. The Brooklyn and other ships head to Beirut to back U S demands, while State Department seeks protection for Americans and a full investigation.
The article reports the murder of vice-consul Magelson at Beirne. He was educated at a college near Dacusaty Loch and later worked in Sioux Falls, editing for South Dakota. He hailed from Higham Prairie Minnesota, with three brothers and a sister in Beirne, and the government plans to transport his remains for interment.
Aug 28 Poston dispatches report alleged assassinations and plots tied to Turkish tensions. It cites Russian consul deaths at Monastir and rising fears among native proprietors of investment insecurity, with rumors of authorities considering intervention and possible actions byTurkish forces.
Fragmented text outlines a violent killing linked to political and ethnic tensions. Mentions Magelsen, executive labor, a merger or business dealings, and reactions from officials including a New York chancellor and Vice Consul. Read as a damaged historical clipping with unclear dates and many garbled phrases.
Reports from Beirut describe a mounting political crisis as French and British officials weigh Turkish military actions and potential American involvement. Details cite revolutionary plots, troop withdrawals, and rising disorder in Albania and the Ottoman sphere, with officials seeking to project strength while avoiding direct European entanglements.
A garbled 19th century OCR item discusses a lithograph of President Roosevelt, noting controversy over an alleged special portrait. The fragment mentions Hodlin and Ams, foreign printing, and accusations of exceptions or censorship, with unclear details about versions or distribution.
Rome Aug 28. Reports say sixty avilae lives and many more are injured as a freight train derailment caused a catastrophic wreck. One hundred soldiers are among the dead or missing, with officials scrambling to aid the wounded and evacuate the scene.
A Chicago brief reports Alita White, widow of John A. White, died from starvation in the Copper River region. The diary found in tendlle describes her departure from Minnesota, her long interior voyage, and her probable death as she sought to reach a settlement. A letter from Central Alaska dated June 20 details the voyage and notes she perished from cold while attempting a journey along the Copper River canary corridor.
In Chicago, Ada and her mother Ana Mlovitch were declared insane and committed to Manning by Judge Wheatley and a We Amman jury at Aber detention hospital. The report notes delusion and belief in unknown enemies, with troubling details about the daughter's past acts and a failed attempt using poison powder and explosive implements.
London August 28 The Stungai cor respondent of tus Wines ane Viceroy Chang Chi Tange hue fillared the total of Shanghad who are accused of eddie Haus writings. Chinese government will not acceda to the Chinese request because extreme detention would be rire merciful that Clemtse impeikoranliy The vinnray of Nunkinhia ordered arrest and trial of four reformers roving arrested Lee delivering subversion Teubures and Tiber od of the American missionaries guaranteeing their appearance
Naples reports lava streams pouring from Mount Vesuvius after a night spent on the crater with special authorization. The scene was terrifying and magnificent as liquid magma formed towering mounts near the observer, with ongoing eruptions causing warnings of a more violent event to come.
Aug 28. Tailer, Pa. reports a massive dam break releasing millions of gallons of water. Widespread property damage reported across miles, with several districts evacuated. No lives lost as crews assess flood impacts and repair routes of major roads and utilities.
Denver reports a dispute over church affairs involving bishops and priests. A payment plan or punishment is discussed amid health concerns and internal church disagreements.
Richmond Michigan August 28 a child suffered a fatal throat wound in a night assault while sleeping. Agnes Tronaguirs reportedly died from her injuries while authorities searched the scene for clues and questioned neighbors.
In a chaotic report from Ominia Aug Bee, residents describe Fort Crank Gils submerged by floodwater. The piece notes water depths and the impact on daily life, including disrupted transport on the Popier river and concerns about local infrastructure and relief efforts.
A garbled report notes Prince Mitel Fritz or related royal figure but contains unclear names and details. The fragment mentions an escape, potential danger to a driver, and references to William, a village, and a town, yet specifics are unreadable.
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