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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1909
Page
3
A garbled but dense rail and city notice row details trains from Ogden, Interurban movements, hospital renovations, and police notes. Mentions Miss Gertrude, Calhoun, D Oregon Short Line, and Union Pacific shipments. Also references a wardenship, real estate, and a burglary spree.
The text presents garbled OCR of references to medical terms, a Frets remeplicated note, and mentions of individuals such as Jody LA Koh Cate and Abe oir Waycht of Meditheutyy. Details are unclear, with many misspellings and broken phrases.
Reports from the Fair at Bear River Valley show the Fruit Tree Exhibit capturing most prizes in fruit and vegetables. Local growers claim Weber County competitors lag due to limited prep, while Myer Valley and Elder County farmers push to dominate the event. The intercity agricultural club from Near River Vislley Tremasson and Arlene prepares for the upcoming sale within the fair grounds.
An examination of uncertified teachers for the Oeden City Schools will be held at Oeden High School on Thursday and Friday, September 3. Beginning at 9 oclock. Writing materials will be furnished by the Human Faculty. JOH 3. SES, Superintendent.
Superintendent Wy Whitney of the Vinh division issues instructions to all passenger conductors. They must consult a representative of the post Master Shields at Ogden before raising the prison department to ensure the train is properly capped and all passengers are on board.
New York on August 24 reports J Enall Mecach, pastor of Sinai Synagogue to Chicati, arriving with Mrs. Merve from Europe. He dismisses the Zionist aim to found a Reweation in Palestine as futile, urging spread of maetees to the god Dr. Herzeh instead. He notes support for Hebrew agricultural aid society in Chirara helping Jews with farming loans repaid later, and discusses Emmanuel movement and consulting physicians for medical care.
In New York the head of Francis MM. Pexcent & Pa and several associated grocers unexpectedly died. He collapsed at his country home near New Jersey, was found unresponsive at the Wort Shore railroad area, and died before reaching a hospital. Official details remain sparse as investigations commence.
A twelve year old girl from New York attempted a swim at Narrows between Veredy n and Staten Island. She faced rough water conditions and fatigue during the crossing and was assisted by onlookers. Authorities later reported the event and noted the girl’s condition and recovery.
A fragmentary notice reports a young woman and a truck driver involved in a local incident. Names and exact locations are unreadable in the OCR, but authorities referenced include regional agencies. Further details are unavailable due to damaged text.
Fragmentary text reports the death of a famous clown in a small hut in the woods. Names and details are garbled, but the event centers on the clown’s passing and the secluded location. The source shows scattered references to persons and places without clear dates or affiliations.
A chaotic riot of garbled OCR but reports say several persons were injured in an incident on a Chicago street. Police and emergency crews responded as witnesses described a fast moving event with multiple injuries. Officials urged caution as investigations begin into the cause and potential suspects.
Manager Decker of Utah Light and Railway cites prosperity as the cause for delaying street gas mains projects. He notes factories are busy, orders delayed, and equipment scarce, with Ogden gas mains not deliverable before late September. He promises extended mains work until ground freezes, despite high demand.
The committee invites all to a hardware and implement day with games, amusements, a first class orchestra, and an evening dance. Streetcar tickets go on sale at hardware and implement stores. Round trip fares are listed for adults and children under 12. Special cars depart 1:20 p.m. from 26th and Washington Ave to the event.
The Malad bound motor car begins service on the Oreos Short Line with a 5:35 kickoff from Utah City. Conductor McCune, engineer Vaneow and brakeman Jones assist as the car carries passengers and mail to Malad, heading to Oxden at 2 35 in the evening and returning on a regular schedule.
A heartfelt thank you note expresses gratitude to those who sent prayers and comforts following a family loss. The message mentions the deceased, a husband and father, and acknowledges the Wenzy Tribe and Ubasky group for their sympathy during the difficult hours after the tragedy.
A New York speaker at Fiat Presbyterian Church outlines practical changes in China through missionary work. She highlights farming modernization, educational improvements, sanitation, and medical care, noting famine, poverty, and fuel shortages. The talk urges international cooperation and the role of American example in upliftment.
Real estate transfers listed for record in Weber County Recorder Wallace office. Names include Tones and wife to Dora Tracey for parcels in Work 2 Santini subdivision and Valley View area with consideration around 1200 dollars. Joseph Howard Sheen and wife conveying parcels 2 and 3 in Mock AS Ogden City Survey with consideration about 2710 dollars.
A garbled narrative depicts a tense street encounter as a dealer and bystanders react to a potential house sale. Confused dialogue centers on price discussions and a coin taken in a scuffle, with an implied threat and shifting loyalties as the scene unfolds.
A fragmentary report notes Lucy Parsons, age 15, among a group detained in Chicago amid protests. The text references authorities opposing her statements and a trial context with unclear specifics and dates.
Fragmented report notes an accident involving a person named Alto and a vehicle going down an embankment. The readable text includes stray names and unreadable details, offering no clear outcome or full context.
In New York Harriman headquarters a plan grants annual passes to long serving employees. Ten years yields annual pass by the district, fifteen years a full fare pass for the employee, twenty years a joint pass for self and wife. The measure acts as a courtesy and is widely appreciated by workers.
A public meeting of the Royal Nelahtors is set for Tuesday night at the Eagles ball. The first instructor will be present, though the report notes some confusion about attendance and details.
Officers of the National Woolgrowers Association and Ogden leaders forecast a record National convention exhibit of fancy sheep. President Gooding and Secretary Walker praise arrangements and expect attendance to exceed previous years with a 1000 plus show turnout and strong regional support. Local merchants pledge funds to cover expenses and boost the event.
A delegation of railway executives including Innes of the Oregon Short Line and Law Row Tans of the Salt Lake division visits major eastern and blue states routes. The trip aims to study operations and surface the newest alignments, with noted attendees from Southern Pacific and other lines.
A tale from a century past follows a travel weary man who met a dead girl, wrote a Save letter seeking approval, received rejection, and later lived as a hermit. After years, a search discovers a tattered pamphlet and the long lost note explaining the prior request.
Fragmented OCR reveals a planned dam with a 726 foot crest and extensive waterworks. It notes acres of water area and supporting structures, detailing elevations, distances, and associated river or coast defenses. The piece emphasizes the project scope and potential impact on the region’s water management and infrastructure.
Garbled OCR yields sparse readable items including names and places. The fragment mentions a hall, a riverine area, a person named Hallion and a person or group Mebbing Intury with unclear roles. Unable to determine full event or date from the text.
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