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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1909
Page
4
Special position and column rates listed for pages 5 6 7 and top of column. Lower page half 50 cents per inch daily. Special contracts offered for weekly or monthly ads. The Standard asserts superior circulation in Ogden versus rivals.
The Hazen cutoff will link Ogden with Los Angeles via a route through Nevada and the Sierra, diverting traffic from the Clark road. From Hazen to Keeler the line uses the Carson & Colorado railbed, then follows the Owens River aqueduct survey toward Los Angeles. The new path is expected to attract many travelers and boost regional traffic.
The article emphasizes Ogden's growing prominence as a railroad center, detailing its strategic location, expanding lines, and key facilities that attract freight and passenger traffic. It notes the impact on regional commerce and mentions major rail companies involved.
The piece notes William J. Bryan’s dramatic defeat and his return with a self penned article The Future of the Democratic Party predicting a Democratic majority in the next lower house. It contrasts his fatigue with renewed hope and cites his public optimism amid party setbacks.
Dr G W Kaye surveys the history of x rays since their 1895 discovery. The article traces competing theories from Roentgen’s ether vibrations to the ether pulse theory refined by Thomson and Bragg, noting the current largely accepted view of neutral transverse disturbances amid ongoing debate.
United States Attorney Hiram Booth begins action before Judge Marshall to reclaim a package containing 2410 in currency delivered to Charlie Price the plasterer at Five Points. Portland papers requested daily report as money is tied to loot from a Portland bank, raising competing claims if recovered.
A reader argues that tax assessments on farming land near Ogden are unfair, noting land valued at about 1400 per acre with no improvements, and criticizing equalization that treats four and thirty or forty acre parcels the same. The writer urges a new tax system to prevent discrimination against small farmers. The paper notes possible over taxation and references Assessor Dix for review.
Booker T. Washington on Lincoln's birthday delivers a powerful tribute. He recalls slavery's impact on 4,000,000 enslaved and 27,000,000 others, urging freedom as a conquest and urging all races to rise together. He notes that Lincoln's example elevates the weak and inspires progress worldwide.
Consul-General Paul Nash responds to an inquiry about the Budapest news-telephone network. He notes the system has been in successful operation in the capital and addresses the concerns raised.
In a March Century excerpt James A Le Roy argues Taft will be the most thoroughly trained president yet with a strong mind and steady duties. The piece notes his simple clear style, vast industry, diplomatic depth, and long Roosevelt administration service shaping his capacity for office. It also urges readers to sign letters to ensure publication and accountability.
The newspaper notes that most days it receives letters signed by citizens and readers but such correspondence is typically discarded and not published.
The piece recalls Geronimo’s capture near the Mexican border after a long chase by the U S Army. It notes his punishment to exile, the hardships of prison life, and his longing for his Arizona homeland as the years passed. The reflection ends with the idea of homesickness across landscapes.
Topeka Feb 20 Governor W R Stubbs announced he will sign the absolute prohibition bill within one minute after it reaches him The bill is being enrolled and will be submitted later today The measure originally set to take effect upon publication but was amended to become law after publication in the statute book Drug stores will have until late May to dispose of liquor stocks.
A compiled notice lists multiple churches on Grant and Adams avenues with service times for February 1909. First Methodist, First Baptist, First Unitarian, Swedish Lutheran, First Presbyterian, and First Congregational outline morning worship, Sunday schools, sermons on topics from Our Kingship to The Philosophy of Reforms, plus evening services, choirs, and special music selections with named ministers and participants.
First Church of Christ, Scientist holds 11 am service in the new Masonic Temple Washington avenue between Twenty-fifth and Twenty-sixth streets with the subject Mind. Sunday school at 9:45 am and testimonial meetings at 8 pm. Three reading rooms open daily 2 to 5 pm except Sundays and holidays. Church of the Good Shepherd at Twenty-fourth and Grant avenue announces Quinquagesima services February 21 with Holy Communion at 7:30 pm, Sunday school 2:45 am, morning prayer and sermon 11:00 am, evening prayer and sermon 7:30 pm.
Oakland, February 20. Judge Elleworth rules a peaceable picket at a business labeled unfair cannot be punished as unlawful. Joseph Davis, restaurant owner, claimed $250 loss after Conky & Watters' Alliance picketed in front of his establishment. Court found the union did not cause the loss by unlawful means, so damages cannot be imposed.
Daniel Guggenheim president of the American Smelting and Refining Company arrived in New York yesterday after a stay in Mexico He said he would rest a few days then resume his duties at the company office in New York City
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