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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 16, 1907
Page
4
An assorted OCR page lists a funeral, crime report, marriages, engagements, club notices, theater ads, a solar factory shutdown, and various town events. Names like Charles Lightfoot and Mrs Iering Wilton appear alongside addresses and dates, with scattered details on arrests, public notices, and social happenings.
A circulated petition targets the Ogden postmaster amid rumors of political plotting. Postmaster Glastram denounces the effort as dirty work and vows to consult authorities if needed to counteract intraparty schemes. He stresses loyalty from friends and readiness to face inquiries.
Gardner A. Gardner, former guard of the Lake region, was arrested Tuesday night around 17:00 after a dramatic escape attempt. He was detained at a camivl, brought to the city jail, and is wanted for the same offense. A telephone message to police described Gardner’s actions and his flight from a boarding house to the street and then to a hearing. Authorities traced his movements to a banking district, where he tried to pass a forged bank check for 146 dollars at the Oxden Hotel. He was later moved to the department for detention.
Deseret News reports Glenna Lashus of Orden has issued a challenge to any female skater in the state for a mile race against the Blandarn champion. The event, proposed by Gatewell GC, would test speed and may draw attention from Royerott clothing and local press.
Evening event at Eagle Hall featured Consul Agee presiding over the installation of new officers for the ensuing year. Officers named include Canval, MLA, Goulds adover, Wes Wiltama, Yanker, W. T. Amitoleth, and others. After ceremonies, a reception with punch followed, and prizes were awarded for best writers. Winners included J. A. Racday and Mrs Mitchell for first prize. WT ASU and wife for second. Attendance noted at Auditorioom tonight.
A woman and her infant died after exposure while seeking work in a snowbound area near Minute and Highth South streets. She traveled from Lake Jan 14 33 to St Anne’s, hoping for employment to care for the child. A county officer arranged burial and extended care, noting the hardship and subsequent attempts to find work and shelter for the infant.
Fragmentary text describes a mysterious balloon event with names and places blurred. The readable portions hint at emotional states and a transformative moment, suggesting a narrative of travel or ascent and a personal reckoning amid uncertain surroundings.
Reported marriage of Griffih Griffin and Le Feritiu of IM with Jo Dirilla Co and Matthias Herrin of Tate City. They travel by water to join Onsac in Templeo Meralco and will reside at a hotel near Rey Cree until early autumn. The couple plans a months long voyage across the Republic’s water to Angeles then return to Orden for their future home.
A damaged report shows coal dealers facing shortages as demand rises with colder weather. Retailers report delays and rationing while public concern grows over supply, prices, and transport disruptions. The piece notes long-standing issues and references comments from Mrs. Chey of Connecticut.
SAUL FOR CONTEMPT V T Wetell and a prominent real estate survivor faced a contempt claim in a city court yesterday. The case, brought by Mr. Hume, concerns alleged wrongs in insurance money handling. Judge Murphy drew criticism as biased by Wedell, who claimed the judge argued for the plaintiffs. After adjournment, the court paused the trial to be resumed today as Weeed testifies.
The annual convention of the board of trade and allied business groups opens in Washington today for a four day session. Discussions include railroad rate agreements, interstate commerce, government oversight of railroads, and shipping rate issues. The program covers international trade with Japan, navigation improvements, and freight handling reforms.
In St Petersburg on January 16 a sensational discovery reveals that a prominent former police prefect named Sim Ler Laccits was the target of a conspiracy involving government officials and a powerful aristocratic family, prompting widespread unease.
A garbled report from Denver describes a wrestling or athletic event where Farmer Burns struggled with an opponent described as Parmer Hams or Parm er Hams. The match extended through forty minutes with Burns ultimately prevailing in a tense set, as observers noted fatigue and late decisive moves.
A ceremony at Waverton Thuree awarded a gold medal to Seriance at the lunar trmorg Shatit W, recognizing Dia tenearcle. The event featured Haga Satrvania as lead Sorlese Ia in attendance. a carved alloy ally was insured for the occasion.
In a chaotic session Judge Murphy refused to arraign Rose Raleigh under thirteen due to age and jurisdiction. A new grand larceny count was filed as a habeas corpus writ loomed, Raleigh rearrested and held for arraignment, with delays continuing as the juvenile system weighs confinement options.
In district court the petition for appointment of a receiver for Daria Reelex and the Mien Koltting company was granted. The receiver will take charge of all property books and credits and manage the business under court direction with husband van Maw receiving $550.00 as compensation.
Notice of funeral services for Frank Neealy to be held at 2:29 PM from the Baptist church on Monday January 16. Brothers Engineers urged to attend the K of P lodge funeral at 4 PM. Also contains legislative proposals and railway labor issues discussed by Governor Wandington and others.
Fragmentary notes describe a Midway wreck with an American naval crew involved and an unclear captain. The garbled OCR hints at a ship’s fate and personnel but lacks concrete names or dates. Further legible text needed to confirm individuals and outcome.
An earthquake was felt across Chelmenia Norway with tremors reported near Tedibien and Pamtughat. Residents described the shaking as strong and unsettling, and authorities initiated inspections of affected structures for safety and damage.
The notice notes continued low pricing during a clearance event as production problems persist.¹
Justice Whiteon ruled in the case of S. J. Burt & Bros. against the Commercial Union Assurance Co of London that earthquake caused property damage in the streets and water mains justified retrofaction. He found the policy did not intend to cover indirect losses nor to include the broader disruption of utilities.
Flood warnings were issued for the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers as rising waters threaten the lower city areas. Officials in Pittsburgh cautioned residents to monitor river levels and prepare for possible overflows in Freeport and McKeesport as forecasts showed higher crest elevations.
Washington protests by H W Fillowe challenge the North American Commercial Company claim that Esd withdrew from pelagic sealing. President N H Taxtor states the charge is false and the company never engaged in pelagic sealing, operating only under a lease and competitive bids with surplus sale by overseers.
A fireman named Carl, a sop dalver for the world’s champion team The Moles, dies from injuries sustained in an incident dated January 1. The report notes his role and ties to the champion circle, highlighting the tragedy within a storied sports/club context.
A garbled wartime style note mentions Jare and Joe dying from a slay or infarlee within an Intex street scene. Three companions appear involved, with references to a street execution and astronaly events. Names and places are unclear due to damaged text.
Emma Goldman was discharged after being charged with making an alleged dangerous speech at a public meeting. Berkoen and J A Corre were arrested, released to await further proceedings, and the case against them now travels to a probable appeal stage with prosecutors seeking continued action.
January 15 dispatch from Wiblseten notes the House debated the appropriation bill and provisions for Fort Hamilton purchases and naval craft. An amendment to extend the scope of Buia by the spam prion and a telegraph to Rep. Mary committee are mentioned, with Speaker Cannon presiding during a tied vote. January 18 dispatch from Tombday reports Trinse Age Kaang arriving from the sea reparted for Chicago with accompanying servants.
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