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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 19, 1907
Page
4
A fragmented account describes a sham health market offering sacred teas and tonics claimed to cure female ailments. It mentions various practitioners, dubious recipes, and alleged medical authority, warning readers about counterfeit remedies and confidential consultations at dubious institutes.
A studio era notice announces Ole Olen the first of Swedish immigrant comedies to play at Oland Mendes. James Hendricks leads as Ole Olson with a strong supporting cast. The plot follows a widow and a faithful Swedish suitor as schemes of a jealous brother-in-law unfold in a mix of sentiment and humor. The production aims for natural dialogue and strong comic timing, with Hendricks delivering in refined style.
Harry J. Conley, a negro porter, died Thursday night from injuries after the Gartney Nevada wreck on May. He had been pronounced fat ally but succumbed after enduring agony nearly a week. His death marks the fourth fatality from the incident. His brothers question whether he was treated fairly. More details remain unclear as investigators work.
An early 20th century advertisement extols Heechams Pills for women, claiming they cure debility headaches and low mood. It stresses that right eyes, pink cheeks, red lips show vitality, while sallow skin and weak nerves signal illness. The copy urges every woman to use the remedy for improved health and cheer.
The Kingston quake report cites Admiral Davis and US and British relief efforts. Ships ferried supplies, including clothing and medicine, as communities coordinate burying the dead and aiding the injured. Estimates place deaths near 108 with extensive property and harbor damage across Kingston and surrounding areas.
Dispatches recount continuing aftershocks in Kings tan as buildings crumble and many buried under fallen structures. Rescue teams face water shortages and riots of homelessness with troops aiding recoveries. Notables include Sir James Ian and Major Mardymag amid widespread devastation and casualties.
Ottawa reports Canada will ship provisions and tents to Jamaica from Halifax, with $50,000 initially and funds to rise to 10,000. Gow, Halifaxes’ steamer, offers to sail without charge. Premier Borden calls the disaster worse than first thought and praises the U S response. Admiral Evang praised in Kingston for relief efforts while London discusses a loan to rebuild Kingston at a safer site.
Jan 18 report from Laxton details a maritime disaster with a ship riding a rough sea as a quake struck. Rescue efforts continue amid fires and falling timbers, with several dead and missing, and bodies recovered for immediate burial.
A chaotic scene as thousands seek escape via the Veg Trot amid a blaze. Rescue crews evacuate about 700 people, authorities mired in strain to feed and shelter. Notable figures named include Dr Earage and Mr Machado. warnings of a potential water shortage loom as fires rage and embers crackle. A dubious medical ad distracts from disaster, touting laxative syrup and pine tar as a cure.
Advertises round trip rail tickets to Denver Oxa Razane City St. Joe Loula and other points with fares like 419.75 29.00 41.90 and 44.50. Mentions stopovers and five fast trains, 40 hours to Chicago, and further particulars from Mereley Travel Pan Agcat Ogdea Utah.
Efforts proceed to compel City Judge J D Murphy to address the Holley dispute. Critics allege the judge previously sent the matter to juvenile court and may have erred. If denied, the writ would go to the district court as applications await action amid prosecutorial delays.
The report notes Tadge Murphy and other parties debating a juvenile matter in district court regarding a charge of larceny for $45.64 taken from Abe O. Ogden Company. The dialogue reflects tense questions about age and responsibility, especially among employees at the courthouse district building where female workers are referenced.
A travel office lists low rate round trips to Chicago Raptor City Minneapolis and Denver with prices and generous return windows. It mentions 60 day returns, unlimited earnings benefits, and that A J Cronin is the agent for details.
A fragmented list charts arrival and departure times for several trains and routes including Northwest, Southern Utah, Southern California and other lines, with stations and times in Ogden. Provided as a local timetable snippet likely from a late 19th or early 20th century paper.
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