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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1909
Page
4
A fragmented verse extols the battleship Utah with dramatic nautical imagery. It extolls unity with the United States and allies, mocking enemies and praising naval power, endurance, and national pride amid a stormy sea setting.
Hueston successfully defends the world pool title, defeating Howton and Allen in a tense final. Muenton of Atlanta and Knaus City rivals push the pace, with record-breaking shots and dramatic plays.
Reported widespread delays on Southern Pacific and Union Pacific lines with irregular and westbound trains running several hours late. Weather worsens across Wyoming, Creon River area, and surrounding towns causing freezing temperatures and potential further disruptions.
Commissioner Moore cites 30 to 35 active smallpox cases at and around Harrisville with new exposures reported nearby. The report lists investigations, travels of health workers, and efforts to inspect and isolate affected households while public notices urge vigilance amid rising temperatures and ongoing disease patrols across the district.
A garbled report mentions a sale scheduled for January and a court ruling granting disclosure of a wager attachment. It notes a defendant may draw salary from a railroad and work in a former coal district, with references to a death and a school arrival involving children.
At Uintah a sleigh owned by Timothy O’Neil was hit by Union Pacific westbound freight No. 62. O’Neil was thrown from the sleigh and briefly injured. the horse team escaped harm. He was placed on the train and brought to Ogden General Hospital for treatment. injuries are not serious.
Dozen or more men were killed at Shawnee Oklahoma when an explosion tore through the topair shops of the Chicago Reese Island and Prefic company during the noon hour. Workers were eating their meal when the blast occurred, debris shattered nearby areas, and the building collapsed. Officials began tallying the employee list to identify missing workers.
William H. Roth of Evanston Wyoming, a longtime druggist in Evanston for twenty five years, died in Salt Lake City on Wednesday November 21 while returning home. He leaves a widow and child. Emily Helfeleh of finef) Withowe nmuny Cvinneds wil he pinned to Teen of her wulstoviene. The funeral will be held at Evanston at 2 o'clock this: aflonoaT.
A crew of fourteen men aboard the tonemasted ship is reported missing south of Caney Plateau. The incident involves Souttie, Woah, Doc, and Mr. Phumman, with authorities noting a potential danger to Wiserton as a passing easel is referenced and presumed abduction or abandonment is suspected.
Local officials report the death of Mayor Keith Wivestiings of Fittsburg following a period of illness. The city administrator confirms civil service and succession procedures are being reviewed as community leaders express condolences and pledge to continue municipal projects.
A juvenile, George Riay, appeared in the Mouleinal court charged with a crime against AhirKenjiews. He pleaded guilty and was fined 4 or five days in jail. John Riley admitted theft of a lap robe and sleigh balk from Dr. B. Gobrey, ordered to pay 40 cents or face jail for five days. A 16 year old was charged with trespass on railroad property. the court deferred sentencing. Sudee Murphy urged releasing the boy to juvenile officers, refusing jail.
An account of a fierce engagement where Chambertoro and Chimorreva forces clashed with government troops. Mena led insurgents in a bold forward assault, breaching trenches and routing defenders. In a ten minute exchange, many enemy soldiers were killed or captured, with hundreds surrendering.
Washington reports a circulating rumor that President Madriz of Nicaragua may have resigned. Diplomatic efforts by Estrada faction representatives in the city yielded no definite confirmation, and other Central American diplomats offered no clear word on the situation.
William Gunen, a candidate in the United Mine Workers race at Auctionores, reports receiving private insults from Pennsylvania and other states. He says these attacks aim to undermine Lewin and pave the way for his election as president.
A garbled note predicts Christmas weather for Pala and Washington with earlier poem like phrases. The text mentions holiday weather expectations and a projected pattern, but specifics are unclear.
The state forester R T P Imes in Ogden reports Washington has reversed an earlier move shifting the Wool Growers convention dates. The event will stay January 10 to 14, conflicting with crowd estimates and hotel bookings. Hotel committee notes two major conventions in January strain local accommodations.
Aney Pavlinski, a year old or younger, is held by police as a prolific shoplifter. Read how she escaped an industrial school, was found in a hallway asleep, and implicated in earlier thefts from toy stores and a grocer. Authorities plan to prosecute. she returns home after further runaways.
A quirky note notes a homely line about a fictional Orpreum and Gapechatty, suggesting a playful social phrase that friends will be there. The piece reads like a whimsical aside in a community bulletin or column.
Philadelphia reports indicate two officials, Shepard and Hayes, were indefinitely suspended by league governors amid disciplinary actions. The move comes as part of broader measures within the Military Catholic Teagan organization, with Mr Tengie noted in proceedings.
Real Betatl transfer and related notices describe property and financial transfers with names and places. The fragment lists individuals and locations in a dated style, noting sums in dollars and various entities, amid scattered details of conveyance and ceremonial actions.
The New Fork dispatch notes a dispute over Harriman wealth with figures from 70 to 200 million cited. An inheritance appraisal fixes an estate value around 1.5 and 0.6 million while transfers and gifts loom in the discussion. The New York Times plans to publish differing estimates of Harriman’s fortune after Mr Harriman’s death.
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