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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1903
Page
7
Tonight skies clear and fair with warmer readings in the north and northeast. Patchy frost possible in the low areas as temperatures rise during the night and into tomorrow morning.
Incomplete OCR passage reports local events, a wedding reception, a garden of names, and scattered notices. Mentions include a wedding, a new grocery store, a person in Provo attending a reception, and several loan and business lines. Several unclear names and places appear throughout.
Labor unions and business groups prepare a large Abor Day observance in Ogden with parades floats and a grand marshal. Over 26 unions will participate with a major parade down Washington Avenue and coordinated closings of shops offices and factories. A committee led by Gil A Voight of the Cigarmakers and other union leaders has organized the event with plans for a wide attendance from Ogden area workers and neighboring regions.
In plain city notes Aug 27 farmers and irrigation teams prepare for the factory project on the fifth of September. Harvest timing shifts earlier this year with beets not yet fully watered, prompting longer ground retention to aid harvest and flavor. Weather and soil conditions influence beets and planned plowing.
The report details a major rail wreck 53 miles west of Ogden involving a Southern Pacific passenger train. Despite a wreck of the engine and cars, only two passengers suffered minor bruises. The incident caused extensive damage to cars and baggage cars with debris strewn along the tracks. Passengers and railroad officials described injuries and the orderly emergency response as crews worked to clear the wreckage and tend to the injured.
Local canning factories begin the season with substantial production targets and new equipment. The report highlights increased capacity at Welter courts and the installation of an advanced elvebety vigor system, boosting output across multiple plants and contributing to regional economic activity.
A fragmentary letter lists many names and initials, including Atkinson, Miss Anite Ad, Macy Dixon, Mrs Elwond, and Mrs Turner, among numerous others. It mentions Aug 20 and a postmaster context in New York related to a national bank president and Yale connection. The text appears as a roster of recipients or addressees with scattered notes about post positions and acknowledgments.
A garbled notice announces a Rock Island System sale of goods from Reaves and Pueblo to various locations in Indiana Tolaville Ky and Ohio. It mentions a one and one third day rate and a thirty day return from the sale date with agent contact for details.
Notice to contractors regarding the project contract in Denver Colorado. The document lists involved parties Hatenonit paedines sratter winkenn Mole feo fand and designates Write Blreator and Jaye as architects or engineers. Details on bids deadlines and submittal requirements are partially readable.
A large Colorado delegation from the American Forestry Association will be represented at the irrigation congress in Ogden. Gilbert McClureg cannot attend. Utah delegates pledge support and advertising efforts continue in hotels and stations across Colorado to ensure representation. The Minneapolis and Chicago press covered the invitation and preparations for the Ogden event.
Irrigation company denies statements alleging watermaster Petterson misrepresented facts in a report before the commissioners. In Bracer, Utah, August 24, 193. The letter cites alleged bartering among canal companies and calls for interference with the Slaterville and Hooper canals. Names and specific figures are referenced in support of claims, with witnesses noted as validation.
A garbled laundry notice advertises Sam Wa Laundry offering washing and pet care services. The text mentions locations between 2h and Bath streets and invites customers to call at the new address.
Sealed bids are invited for bar and beverage supplies at the Weber County facility. Bids must be received by September 15. Address: 42 First Ave, Ogden. Breen, 18, will be in charge of postings and collection.
Market prices from the retail market show broad listings across fruits, vegetables, dairy, poultry, and meats. Prices vary by item and weight, with apples, grapes, corn, and hams among the items cited, including specific per pound or per dozen rates and notes on quantity discounts where shown.
An advertisement promotes an arthritis remedy claiming immediate relief. It lists a family remedy and price of 30 cents, with contact at Cave address and a Bulard patent reference. The copy targets readers with rheumatism seeking quick results and mentions a local supplier.
The ward meeting of the Weber Stake regadie Quart takes place Saturday in the Church ward, Ogden City. Members are cordial and urged to attend. Loren Yorr is the treasurer.
A splendiferous program unfolds for the Noonmen excursion to Lagoon this Sunday in August. Special train from Ogden at 9:30 am returns at 9:00 pm, with stops at Farmington for regrouping and a series of contests and prizes for participants.
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