31 Aug 1908
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1908
Page
1
Fragmentary remarks from a crowded scene reference a scandalous claim about a promoter named Coley and an alleged intrusion into a Delon affair. The piece describes crowd reactions at a dry goods store display, a theatrical show of draped dresses, and a quip about whether a certain “Directoire” dress style is acceptable.
Local officials report a bold highwayman who robbed a Yellowstone Park party near Grange. The Granger posse is tracking the suspect, with officers stating arrest is likely within a few days, though no concrete description is available beyond a clemency rumor of his being named Cathlen or similar.
A partially readable OCR fragment discusses geography and dubbing, mentioning a country region and Montis section. The text is garbled with missing letters and unclear references, making precise details difficult to extract. No clear names, dates, or events emerge from the fragment.
A damaged notice announces no licenses for makings and urges exhibitors to enter at the Ogden County Fair. It promises new entry fees, claims equal treatment for all participants, and invites farmers, merchants, fruitgrowers, and vegetable growers to submit exhibits while entries are encouraged by the fair management.
Edward Allen Wayey Warr Ted Kinin and Leon and Boyle were arrested about 6 am on Twenty fifth between Grant and Lincoln avenues and charged with disturbing the peace. Authorities say several youths mix with drunken misconduct and use false names at the poll, with a five dollar fine ending the matter. Public disclosure to follow.
Subscribers urged the Standard to switch the voting contest from a direct prize to a ticket drawing after a surge of requests. The paper explains the shift would award the same twenty tickets and a grand prize, with rules to govern the draw and ensure fair participation among all subscribers.
Fragmented text describes a chaotic scene around Sacred Heart Academy of Ogden. The readable portions mention seeds, fire, a pigeon, and a racing Tel Arado, with references to attendants, animals, and a dramatic event involving termination and papers. The source is garbled and lacks coherent details.
The United States marshal for the Alaska district was removed from office for disobedience of orders. Attorney General authorized the action after internal letters questioned the marshal's appointment and actions. The record notes a defense and the official notice circulated through the department.
Officials prepare to open the State School for the Deaf and Blind and related city schools in September. President Driggs notes strong crop support for the school year with an estimated $800 fruit value and plans to process five thousand quarts of fruit for student use, plus a stable meat and vegetable supply from farm and market purchases.
An advertisement extols Inter imentala Business College in Ogden promising 17 years of successful work and solid credentials. It claims strong advertiser reputation from alumni and fathers, notes a principal who guides students, and highlights the school’s ability to place graduates in favorable positions between Denver and San Francisco. Also promotes an Yellowstone Park excursion on Thursday via Gregon Short Line at 48.75 round trip with hotel options for five days, plus an excursion north to Idaho points on Sept I'll include possible rates on request.
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