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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 23, 1908
Page
2
A fragmented listing of fruits, nuts, crackers, dates, mince meat, and various imported goods including California grapes and green peppers. Customers are invited to order with prices noted and mentions of Christman Noxes and funeral prices, reflecting a dense, diverse early 20th century marketplace prose.
The Rivers and Harbors Congress calls for federal authorization of a $500 million bond issue to finance waterways improvements. It proposes adding equal funding for reclamation, with debt backed by property improved and US credit to secure the lowest interest rate. The appeal urges faster aid from the federal program to match Eastern requests.
The Butte Inter Mountain reports friction over Taft's cabinet picks with Senator Knox cited as a possible choice. Roosevelt remains uninvolved, while Taft and Roosevelt aides push their preferred men, signaling a partisan struggle shaping the new administration.
Women and girls are offered a range of slippers in all colors and sizes with quality quality. Weather alnes patent leather shoes are highlighted as fine gifts for Xmas. Handkerchiefs and new Navk Cambs line are advertised. Fur sels and Chinese furniture are mentioned with casual pricing, all claimed to be the lowest in the city.
An article fragment discusses Christmas symbolism and historical customs, referencing early worship practices in Europe, Greek and Roman influences, and the use of trees and lights. It notes a French scientist's view and mentions historical rites tied to tree decoration and religious symbolism.
Advert describes furniture as highly desirable gifts for Christmas. It touts hundreds of attractive items at low prices, promising lifetime pleasure and comfort. Offers include cash premiums of $50 and $10 premiums, aiming to attract buyers with value and novelty.
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