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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 19, 1903
Page
3
Daily Standard subscription terms appear garbled with in advance and carrier options. The text lists in city monthly and mail outside options with unclear figures, suggesting a chaotic OCR of rates and delivery methods.
The letter writers are reminded that communications to the paper are limited to 200 words and that the author's full name must be published. Readers are asked to observe word limits and provide complete identification for publication.
The standard states no special advertising agent outside Utah and all advertisers should deal directly with the Ogden Utah office or via a reputable advertising agency.
A terse instruction directs all correspondence to The Standard Publishing Co located in Ogden Utah. The notice emphasizes standard contact handling and centralized mail routing for the publication.
In Ogden some Republicans wager that Mark Hanna will win the presidency. Supporters claim the odds are fair and bets may pay off even if lost.
Explosives used to destroy life and property draw denunciations from labor leaders and employers. The turmoil centers on New York and other eastern cities with increasing labor troubles and acts of cowardly violence.
Former U.S. Marshal Simmons of Alabama resigns claiming President Roosevelt closed the door of hope for the respectable white man in the South. He says not a dozen Alabama voters would back Roosevelt without pay, calling himself victim of political delusion.
The United States Circuit Court of Appeals in Cincinnati held that mental anguish from a telegram delayed thirty six hours does not justify damages without physical pain or financial loss. The decision states grief alone is insufficient for recovery and urges those with telegram delays in Ogden to seek action before filing suit.
Ogden leads this year in holiday displays and store exteriors with artistic arrangements and extensive exhibits. Merchants anticipate a large Christmas trade offering home folks good chances for attention and bargains unmatched by nearby rivals.
The article argues Colombia will not reconcile with losses in Tanzania and plans armed moves to subjugate the revolutionary republic. It warns that landing troops on Panama soil would provoke a U S counter move in Isthmian waters and likely battle, with strong American support for a forceful response if Colombia pursues force.
The Standard cites the Commercial Tribune of Cincinnati with an Ault and Wiborg article alleging government ink purchases were inflated to cover fraud. They say the ink’s higher price justified Bristow’s fraud charges, while Perry Heath’s long-standing enmity with Bristow is noted and the report is said to expose more than mere mispricing.
Fragmentary text suggests Perry Meath is being cleared from base charges raised by his enemies. The wording implies a political or legal context with ongoing effort to exonerate him and reduce accusations. Further details are not available in the fragment.
A Utah city editor urges local charity during Christmas after a St Paul starvation death story. He emphasizes brotherhood, asks residents to assess needy families, and vows to combat extreme privation in Ogden with available aid.
Readers see Burt's holiday goods showcase in an advertisement featured on page ten. The notice invites shoppers to browse a selection of seasonal items and deals highlighted by the store's promotion.
A collage of quoted notes and editorials from across papers. It mentions Panama canal financing debate with a $10,000,000 figure, misnamed personalities, and terse remarks on civic matters. It cites Philadelphia Press New York Times and other sources in a stream of opinions and curiosities.
Historic classified snippets show Wanted travelers for Utah region with $386 monthly earnings and no canvassing, a manager for a local Ogden branch, a lost $35 greenback near Bon Fou restaurant, furnished rooms for housekeeping at 2337 Adams, a season sale at 058 Twenty-first, and personals like an attractive lady seeking a wealthy husband in Chicago.
A collage of clipped quips from various papers. A truthful urchin speaks of coming home reluctantly. A butcher and a peddler exchange lines about safety, food, and strangers. A gray headed colonel laments, and bucket shopping dominates headlines in brief notices.
In our footwear department the store highlights a well stocked collection for ladies and children. The Julia Marlowe shoe is showcased as stylish and comfortable with limited area availability.
A Deseret News report notes a watch over Columbia and mentions a Dec 30 gathering at Mrs. Gosling's Nob Hill residence after refreshments and a pianoforte solo by Misa Bassett. The Emergon grant talks occupied the meeting with open discussion.
Miss Dora Marler visits Tollisville Idaho to assist her aunt Mrs Rollericks on Seventeenth Street. Miss Emily Clark from Rosette Utah visits Salt Lake friends Jere Mealy. W A Robertson hosts celebrate birthday with guests. Tolstol girdle club meets with Mrs Bassett. officers elected: President Mrs Erb, President Mrs P A Cooks, Secretary Mrs Bassett, Treasurer Mrs Ambrose Shay. Program features "The Virginian" review by Mrs Gosling and an “Early Days in Utah” talk by Mrs Shaw.
One of the largest and most elaborate displays of Ladies Suits and Coats in the West is at Burt's. Every garment greatly reduced in price. They tell more about it on page 10.
A promotional line urges readers that money goes farther and top goods are made at Burt's with more details on page 10.
A fragment from a 19th century notice shows the Retail Clerks Union asking merchants to keep stores open after 12 midnight during Christmas. The brief appeal requests cooperation to serve customers during the holiday period.
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