12 Dec 1902
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1902
Page
1
A garbled news page reports on a variety of events including a jail injury case near a market, a public safety incident at a chemical setup, a Nevada tailings sale, and political updates from Germany and Manila. Names and places are scattered, with sporadic references to individuals like Jacks and Pershing amid confusing timestamps.
A freight train collision near Brilliant star Heo Lat last night caused serious injuries to engineer Lepineor Jamen Suchs and Fireman James Morgan. Pilsbarg Pa and Rew J2 The Buffalo and il Ci exptors were among the crews. About twenty passengers sustained injuries, some serious.
The state supreme court affirms a lower court ruling granting a new trial in a case involving Annie Bernice et al. The decision clarifies juror conduct, holding intoxicating beverages cannot be used to influence jurors during trial or deliberations unless court-approved, refining prior rulings in the State v Heed context.
A mine blast at the Cornell mine in Van Anda killed or injured workers as 1250 feet down the shaft. Delatre of Vancouver, aged 85, survived the blast but later perished, while onlookers and rescuers faced dangerous conditions. The report blends with racing results and local notes from a December issue, including sport lines and horse race outcomes.
A warrants sworn out yesterday morning by a local restaurant man against Jas r Mafmes, heavyweight world champion, for alleged refusal to settle a bill. The arrest attempt failed as the warrant was not served, with conflicting accounts of payment and intent. Witnesses described a diner scene where $1 change was left and the champion left abruptly.
A garbled early 20th century report discusses proposed currency changes in the Netherlands and the United States. It references Governor Wilgt and a committee weighing legal tender, silver and gold values, and the dangers of counterfeiting the US dollar.
Philadelphia reports a dramatic market drop as a special meeting of company directors denied a full shutdown amid fears of delayed or failed orders. The plunge in Lake Superior operations triggered more than 12 million dollars in losses, with widespread downgrades across the stock and heavy selling on the exchange.
Berlin reports Bowen as a suddenly famous figure after his intervention affecting German and British actions around CACCI. Newspapers print his portrait and discuss his influence, noting foreign officials claim they are unaware of recent developments since Thursday while awaiting further communications from President Caste.
Paris reports indicate rising friction between British and German naval commanders over enforcement of demands. German authorities press for decisive action, while British agents push for cooperation with diplomacy. Caracas officials doubt British participation in customs actions, risking a joint operation.
In Washington a high profile delegation including state comptroller and former officials met the President to press for government transport reform in the Pacific. They proposed the West Coast’s Yonton Steamship Co to operate government ships under charter or government contracts, citing San Francisco support and a Dewey victory monument invitation.
A Denver woman and friend extol Lydia Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound for menstrual trouble and ulcerations. The letter claims four bottles cured illness, restoring health and energy for household duties. The missive asks others to seek the product and contact Mrs Pinkham for advice.
New York on December 12 reports a proposed six round bout offer of 2500 pesos to Billy Ruhlin from Gus Ruhlin’s manager in response to Robert Fitzsimmon’s Yecesh andongeentunt. The offer remains valid for Jeffries, with potential for a quick reply from promoter.
Dispatches from Paris report a German warship seized a Venezuelan vessel and captured a merchant ship. Venezuelan officials say steps are under consideration and hope Germany will rectify the error and release the Osan. The incident signals potential international tensions centered on Venezuela.
Auction notice for the Samtonad Live Stock Association Kansas City event in January. Tickets priced at 82.00 and 802.00 with return options and extended validity until January 21. Purchase through the agent by the specified date and pay the required cents for an extended period.
Maw York Des. W The Heralds Valparaiso correspondent says Spain has offered to purchase two new Chinese battleships and one cruiser, but the government has kept the offer if there has been any earlier action.
Telegraph notes report Mrs G T Adams died in Redlands California. Also mentions municipal approval for a 30000 appropriation for an exposition delegation and other scattered items from New Mexico Meronaineiulad and St Town 1904 immigration discussion in Washington New York bank withdrawals and savings uptick in London.
An elderly testimonial declares a medical cure called Pyramid Pile Cure and Pyramid Yeng Co promotes it. The letter claims dramatic patient relief from piles and lists a mail order price and supplier in Marshall, Michigan, urging readers to request a booklet detailing the remedy and supposed successes.
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