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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1902
Page
4
In a Salt Lake City report a court case centers on a complex Auerbach estate action involving auctioning property and lawyers. A patrolman’s death and a kidnapping attempt against his stepmother are noted amid a turbulent local legal scene with multiple testimonies and a dismissed salary dispute.
A public sale of the Pred Agretich Way estate took place with agents and city real estate dealers in attendance. Highlights include the 18.5 foot Main Street lot sold to Houston Regt Estate Investments Co for 80500 and the 5 by 10 rod Shth on Second East sold to S. H. Tred T. Kesler, with other parcels and a public works clerk appointment noted amid a tense city board meeting.
In Salt Lake district court yesterday Equitable Manufacturing of Chicago sued Frontier Supply of Cheyenne for 309 dollars claiming delivery of merchandise not paid for. The case marks a historic first for the Salt Lake court in such a suit.
The will of Isaac M. Waddell was filed for probate yesterday. Leona L. Waddell, the widow, is named as executrix and main beneficiary. The estate includes about 32,900 in personal property and unimproved land in Preneton County Idaho.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a driver named Daniel Jones and a person named Tim Alau. It references a death and an incident involving a yacht and a local resident, but the details are garbled and unclear. No definitive conclusions or full names beyond the scattered fragments.
An OCR fragment describes a violent incident involving a man feared to commit violence against himself and others. Deputy sheriffs and a Murray aunt were mentioned, with references to a fall, a lengthy pursuit, and a possible prior violence history. The text is garbled and difficult to parse, but indicates a murder or serious assault context and an ongoing investigation.
A Salt Lake note describes an afternoon event for a new nudertuling establishent on West Venple Street with a fire department response after a perceived blast. Wilt owner No 7 Raywl and Selovt Moelora officiated a ceremony listing officers and speakers. Governor Wells and Mayor Mills are noted for speeches and municipal oath swearing, with Manerbarb’s band providing music as crowds anticipate a late-night event.
Provo reports cautious progress as miners battle a smoke filled level at the Moffat Ruat mine. Rescue teams work to clear dangers while workers escape to the surface and await air clearance to resume duties.
Fragmentary report notes officials weighing park land in Fifth North and Divorce proceedings amid a bid to route the Moffat Road depot. The text also references a drunkenness case involving Annie White of Pleasant Grove, a petition for estate letters, and several marriage licenses between residents of American Fork and nearby towns.
An elderly man named Wells of Sevier County is reported near death with friends and family recalling his long life. The aged resident, born in Baglialt, moved south in his early days, worked in mining and candy, and lived to about 80 years old. Family members and neighbors describe him as hearty and active until a few days before his passing.
The state requests a plea date in the case State v Nine Nichols Robbery as defense counsel David Wend and G Weal examined and ordered a $30 fee to the plaintiff’s attorney. A new trial motion was argued, and additional procedural steps noted as the court considered replies and potential trial dates.
Dec. 30 report from Logan notes Mrs Jennie Clem and Kentucky cousins attending services at the hotel church events. Dr Cochyan spends holidays here as music and meals mark the afternoon observances amid a maritime setting.
A torn fragment warns about cold dangers and vermin indoors, urging prompt use of Chan Vermin’s Cough Mersey to prevent pneumonia and save time. The note claims quick action cures and counters tendencies toward serious illness.
Holiday excursion rates via Union Pacific and Oregon Short Line offer one fare for round trips during the holidays. Tickets on sale December through January with limited mileage restrictions.
A garbled ad style note highlights poinsettia foods and party ingredients. It mentions spices fruit cake nuts raisins fresh produce and special prices for orders. It references Min Glaishin and a small shop offering items to brighten life during the holidays.
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