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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1910
Page
2
Amid bells and revelry Ogden ushers in 1970 with clock striking midnight. Citizens gather as clocks chime and bells ring. cafes and saloons fill for celebrations. Watch parties across the city ring in the new year with Father Time and local bands joining the festive mood.
Impres sive funeral rites for Glyde Alfred Layne were held at the First Word Church. The service was conducted by Reverend Musigh, with musical tributes by Parker and Griffin, and floral designs from local shops. A large cortege accompanied the casket to Ogden City Cemetery.
The council met in special session reviewing the Ball Jake contract, paving district 100 work, and finalizing estimates totaling 16 488.02 with funds from special and general accounts. Officials authorized a $4 001.17 engineering warrant and discussed charges from railways and street projects while renewing liquor licenses after inspections.
The report details 41 miles of water mains with 21 new connections in the year, 174 service lines, and 38 installed during the year. Pressure ranges from 0 to 5 pounds per square inch with reserve 120 to 150 psi. Wells capacity noted at 4,500,000 gallons and expected 14,000,000 after reservoir expansion. Water used for street sprinkling and city departments, annual $15,000 in value. Financials show receipts $641,173.99, expenditures $633,209.03, net earnings $44,992, bonds $20,250, cash on hand $7,?5. Recommendations include rate maintenance until repairs, plus extensions and system improvements. Manager C S Kivelier praised for recommendations and service. council discussions on property acquisition and value follow.
Report details schemes by employment agents defrauding railroad companies. Alleged organizers included individuals linked to Great Northern and other lines. The case centers on fake hires and misappropriated funds framed as legitimate staffing, with investigators tracing collusive actions and managerial direction.
Local sports desk notes a significant promotion for Kwickerbocker amid reshuffles in the Fred Lenfekerhorten region. The item hints at broader changes in leadership and upcoming projects in the City area.
The fragment recounts Frederick T. Knickerbocker and family movement from Chicago to mining and rail interests, detailing his early life, education, and career shifts. It references Oregon Short Line leadership, key figures like Calvin and Reeves, and a chaotic reminiscence of cattle examination and railroad operations with era-specific positions and places.
Amidst a misted scene at the old post, chefs and stewards conduct a nods and dashes as the NACO Weel Towers gear up for the sheep exhibition. Officials, breeders, and visitors anticipate a lively day of judging and display.
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