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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1908
Page
2
The Evening Standard publishes price grids: special position rates four inches and top of column charges. It lists contract terms for weekly and monthly advertising, claiming lower rates than Ogden papers and guaranteeing subscribers.
A public essay laments rising crime and the neglect of youth, warning that permissive attitudes and lax enforcement foster a generation of criminals. The author calls for stronger policing, parental accountability, and societal action to prevent further tragedies like the death of a youth under questionable circumstances.
The fragment describes Mathues once a trusted political figure in Penceyirants and a rising leader in Delaware. It suggests he joined a corrupt group, was implicated in defrauding the state, and faced exposure and punishment. The text notes his collapse in spirit and illness, culminating in a merited punishment and social ostracism.
Fr. O Mara of the Auditorium aims to open the skating run to leaders of the relief committee to raise funds for the distressed. He pledges to furnish the time of the August event for any date. The plan seeks a large audience for a charitable act to aid those in need.
A new school board majority proposes vacating the current headquarters, restoring offices in the school buildings, and eliminating the office of treasurer while raising scrutiny on the primacy department. They advocate tighter spending and oppose the current superintendent, signaling planned meetings starting January 8 amid private endorsements by other members.
The withdrawal of Charles P. Taft and Becator Foraker from Ohio’s senatorial contest sparks a burst of political maneuvering. Taft’s apparent rise signals a shift in ambitions, while Foraker’s exit ends his bid and reshapes the Republican path toward the party’s national hopes, with lasting impact on Ohio politics.
The article analyzes U S bank clearings for eleven months of the year and notes a 12 2 percent drop from 1907. New York City November clearings rise sharply, hinting at stronger year end. Projections suggest December gains may lift total quarterly figures, amid improving business conditions and holiday activity. It highlights monetary conditions, central financial indicators, and optimism following the presidential election results.
The article surveys business prospects and economic forces shaping 1907. It notes continued doubts from frayed postwar conditions, uneven improvements in manufacturing and trade, and pressures from food prices and labor costs. It anticipates some growth yet warns of temporary effects on money markets and securities. It highlights rail investments, consumer demand in Europe, and cautious optimism despite past panics.
Chafey, ster, reports Dec 10 news of a deadly shooting at a property in the Nevada area. Efforts by P. V. Fuller and Bol Hendry tied to the case yield no trace of suspects Rooney or Fuller despite widespread search. Rewards total 2,004 announced by relatives and local partners. Authorities prepare another flood of ground to cover river and desert paths at once.
Judge Emory Speer invited to deliver a speech on Abraham Lincoln as part of a celebratory program in Macon Georgia. The event honored the birth anniversary of the noted statesman with committee members expressing honor and anticipation for the address by the invited Georgia native.
The Kansas court assigned time for the state to respond as General Herbert Hadley and the attorney general were slated to lead for the state. The decision outlines that each side would be given time to present their current case and arguments in the ongoing trial.
A garbled report from Towpohe Virginia describes a railroad disaster at Norfolk and Western headquarters. Rescue work continues with diversions and airlifted survivors. officials believe dozens remain trapped in debris. Authorities fear many may be dead while hope lingers for those still unaccounted.
A narrator describes a peculiar con man dubbed the time thief who steals minutes hours and days from victims by engaging them in long conversations. The thief treats his scam as harmless social banter, leaving the victim drained but subtly rejoined by a casual, jokey persona. The encounter ends with a warning that the thief will return.
Vandals entered Temple EmmanuEl on Bullet Street by climbing a ladder and shattered a stained glass window. They pulled the altar cloth, stripped it, and scattered remnants on the floor. Several pews were disturbed and an attempt made to reach the altar area before fleeing. A similar incident occurred at a church named Si Dominic recently.
Washington Dec 30—Representative Cook of Colorado has been asked by President Hoover to submit to cabinet a brief outlining contentions and arguments on the boundary dispute among Colorado New Mexico and Oklahoma for the 37th parallel. Cook met the President, said the matter had been laid before Attorney General Thurman for recommendation.
Brown University professor Clark dies in Washington at age 97 after a long career in engineering. The report notes the death occurred yesterday and references his wife, with fragmented details about an unrelated treasury testimony and New Orleans shipment.
Naples crowded with refugees from Messina after a powerful earthquake devastates Calabria and the eastern coast of Italy. The center of destruction appears near the Strait of Messina as vineyards lie ruined and towns like Reggio are wrecked. Thousands are displaced, with many lacking food as they stay with relatives and struggle to reach safety by any means.
Colorado Springs December 30 late developments in the death of C D P Evrick an aged clerk of the Woodmen of the World found dead in bed with stab wounds and a bullet hole investigators indicate murder by a unknown person a shell in the room of Gre ox Paul B Hevick adjoining the father has been found and authorities learned Evrick carried life health and other valuables totaling about 6000 dollars
Chicago action pledges to curb gambling among women by banning private balls and public dances with card games such as bridge and poker. The law covers cinch whist euchre and similar tournaments where trophies or cash prizes are at stake. Enforcement may raid private gatherings as needed.
In New York a young man named Richard Delaurey reportedly could not pay a 6.06 meal bill and was compelled to sweep the restaurant kitchen. He was dressed poorly and kept at work until the debt was satisfied late at night.
Corinda Fountain, noted as Montgomery’s oldest resident, died at age 5 years amid a garbled obituary. The fragment recounts her recall of a visit by General La Fayette to Montgomery, linking to a 1526 dating error. The piece mixes biographical hints with poor OCR errors about her origins in Well ington and associations with a wartime hero.
George Te Exton, proprietor of the Eaton 31 Company and a leading business figure in the city, was found today in the building’s basement with a bullet hole in his head. He died soon after. Police believe it may have been self-inflicted amid business disputes. He was years old.
In Cincinnati December 2 the Cola Central Site Ensurance company of Cincinnati agrees to pay Hamilton a sum of 758,000 lyvette trent as taxes against the county claim. The entity involved is named in the action and the settlement follows county tax enforcement.
The case states a murder in Portland involving Dre, aged 30, in the custody of Jamies A. Finch. Prosecution alleges deliberation and intent to kill Ralph M. Pisher, prosecutor for the state bar association, with charges of first degree murder.
In Media Pennsylvania on December 20 the Erb murder trial heard testimony from Beatrice Testen, the Erbs’ servant, about the night Captain J. Clapton Erb Jr. was killed and the ensuing reactions. Witness Major Halos described Captain Erb’s mental state and the emotional testimony moved the jury as defense witnesses sought to counter the prosecution. The trial recessed for adjournment as counsel for the defense requested closer examination of the witnesses.
Four Navajo tribe members were implicated in a Christmas Eve double homicide near Aceib, Belton dispatch states. W. T. Saelten Str. of the Indian Affairs bureau reports two of the slain are identified as victims and two suspects are in custody after the Saturday site visit.
Washington March report on physical tests for naval officers discussed at a White House conference. Expected regulations to be announced soon. President and officials visited the State Department and drafting room to review various war vessels and familiarize with ship types.
Washington, N Y Dec 36 John Emerson Stone aged 25, well known in Boston and New York and a Halcyon College graduate, was shot and killed here early today by May Woolard who then wounded herself. Stone reportedly told of leaving her for good and returning home. two brokers and a U S Army captain are named among relations.
New York December meeting of the bank’s stockholders is expected to appoint James Sullivan as chair of the board while Frank A Varity remains vice president. The bank holds more than 200,000 in deposits.
New York report notes William R Dickson elected by the United States Steel Pro to succeed a former executive. Kerr Pittburgh connection cited as the steel firm’s link to supplying raw materials for ammonia production. The appointment follows several weeks of internal reshuffling.
Dublin reports a national convention to debate future policy on the Irish Land Bill. The event, set for February at Lake Manaton, features prominent representatives and discussions on land reform and related measures.
Readable fragments recall a New York notice mentioning a mother, names Arthur Tranter and Anna Trotter, with unclear ages and possible references to a divine leap or crime. the text is garbled and partially legible, offering only hints of a personal notice or legal event.
The article surveys presidential appointees by state, noting New York leads in cabinet selections while several states have never had a cabinet representative. It tallies the number of secretaries, attorneys general, and other high offices held by state natives, highlighting Rhode Island and Vermont as notable exceptions and detailing figures from various states.
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