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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1908
Page
2
Special position and extra charges per inch for advertisements on page tops and lower halves. Rates include two cents per inch for reading matter and one cent for other positions, with higher rates on first pages. The Standard asserts superiority over competitors and promises special contracts for weekly or monthly runs.
A narrator recalls lifting boulders from the Orden river bed to widen a county road. Joseph Weat, skilled in palimad construction, plans to move rocks with derricks to shape the river bed and improve the canyon route. The completed road promises one of the world’s most scenic rail lines and a thrilling cliffside mountain ride in the west.
A fragmentary criticism discusses Pulitzer and The New York World, accusing them of contempt for propriety and questioning the editor’s honesty. It notes the president’s intent to place Pulitzer on record and mentions congressional archives.
A narrative on a youth named Hopple and his inventive telephone device, capable of transmitting sound across 160 feet and potentially over long distances via a cable. The piece links early curiosity to broader faith in technology, citing social mobility and the inspiration drawn from reading.
A fragment from a historical notice notes a boy gaining access to a library of books through a friend’s privilege. The reading sparked quickened learning and faith in the community.
The piece discusses mass deaths in a distant atrocity and contrasts imperial forces in India with African societies. It argues that British rule faces deep resistance in India and that African tribes fight back with surprising effectiveness, while calling for better governance and patience to address widespread misery.
Herman Ridder, president of the American Newspaper Publishers Association, addressed the City Federation in New York City on labor union effects. He warned unions push wages and discipline changes threaten publisher autonomy, urging balance between wage gains and preserving shop competency amid trade agreements.
A derailed discussion curbs complaints about wages and protections as workers press for fair treatment. Leaders warn that disregard for obligations could harm employers and the broader labor effort, urging good faith and orderly conduct in negotiations.
Detective Lawson relates Conyers testimony about a June 1903 shooting at Brownsville, describing the wall crossing, forward movement to Cowen alley, rapid volley from barracks, and the role of Boyd Conyers. Witness details include guard responses, cartridge distribution at daybreak, and remarks about threats by “crackers” toward black soldiers.
The label integrity of Dr Frice’s flavoring extracts remains intact under the National Pure Food Law with no changes needed since its enactment. For nearly half a century the products have enjoyed the trust of the nation’s educated homemakers.
Testimony recounts Conyers and companions at Brownaville and downtown streets, including guards, cartridges, and threats. Witnesses describe delays, alleged confrontations, and attempts to alter statements while officials seek the truth amid conflicting accounts.
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