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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1907
Page
1
A heavy snowstorm crippled the line near Ball Lake as a freight and passenger train were stalled. Engine and snowplow efforts failed to move the train for hours while passengers endured frigid conditions. Crews eventually cleared the blockage but repair work continued through the night.
A dated meeting of the Board of Directors of the Bike Pelpe Golf Mining Company at Eden Utah on January 18 103 notes all directors present. J J Driver accountant A Th Gitar oversee the assessment of one cent per share on the capital stock with payment due February 2. Delinquent shares will be sold at public auction March 6 after advertising and costs, with the advertisement number listed. Secretary W W Wilson certifies the action dated January 15 17.
The Salt Lake Horticultural Society and Fruit Growers Association met to plan a $10,000 fruit canning factory in Salt Lake County. Proposals include forming a company with initial funds pledged by 12 members, representation by Mr. Fisher Jr, and consideration of building capacity before expansion. A location file near the Rio Grande Western line to Park Circle was noted, with February discussions expected.
Jan 30 report from Fair Lake details petitioners seeking pardons or commutations under the unwritten law. The board of pardons discussed Rotha Tibbs murder case and others, with several petitions denied or continued.
In Huntsville residents face a possible diphtheria outbreak after a misdiagnosis labeled as scarlet fever. Councilman F. M. Jensen’s 2 year old died from what was thought to be croup, a funeral drew the town, and two Jensen children are now ill with diphtheria with more cases feared as precautions rise.
A woman with $2 in gold almost triggers a panic along Twenty fifth Street when her coins slipped through a jacket pocket and scattered on the sidewalk. She recovered most of the coins, totaling about $160, and reported the incident to police seeking the remaining $10, as officers checked for additional loot.
SAYS ELY Grows Gag S. Hoag treasurer of the leading tourist firm of Ely says demand in the Kant for Ely investigent fear great cover. He cites difficulties securing labor and supplies as development proceeds. He notes that Ely’s district has not been overestimated and predicts early spring operations with cautious optimism.
Funeral for Sency Corway is set at Lthdqader undertaking par Jorg at 12 o'clock. James Monte will preside, with the service led by Dish ey. The note contains garbled text but confirms funeral arrangements and officiant names.
A garbled notice claims Danderine offers protection from rain and sun and guarantees a product called Manderine. It mentions a belt labeled HL 2 and references a company in Chirary with claims of effectiveness and weather resistance, though details are unclear.
A brief observance in the city cemetery honored several retirees and local figures. Attendees included Mubirr McFarind EA Larkin and Hunter, with community members reflecting on service and memories gathered around the graves.
The Weber Glade academy team, young and improving, lost to last year's champions H YoU 240 to 9 in a rugged game noted for strong offense from Healac, Chamberlain, Perkins, and Greenwood. Cartsensen controlled the tip, while Green wood and Perkins added several baskets. The roster lists Chamberlain Rose Christen sen Greenwood Dinghem and others with free throws tallying six. Next, local Coats meet AC Logan while Provo hosts an evening of additional matches at the new artery building.
The department for Abe bling presents a musical concert this afternoon at 2 20 under Prof Joseph Jajiantyoe. A general fortation has drawn a large audience. The program features Schumann, Chopin, Mendelssohn, and Brerney among others with performances by Clement Nerla Murray Allen and Elena Youngstrum. The event showcases progress in blind students pursuing music.
The funeral of Hen Bernard, son of J.D. Temanls of Thikity, was held yesterday afternoon at the Pith ward imeering with Holland speakers presiding. The service, led by Yahop Joho Wateak Tre Holland and conducted by Van den Abben, featured 40 pelections and many offerings for the casket. Interment followed at the Ogien City com pletr.
A violent windstorm devastates Lake Erie region with Niagara River flooding wreckage. Thousands of dollars in property damage, docks, and lumber milled landward. Lake steamers aground and harbor threatened as forces driven by the storm cause widespread destruction.
Bold efforts to ride out the gale failed as Niagara Falls power lines went down and cable broke causing partial darkness across the city. Winds reaching high speeds battered wharves, pushed ships aground, wrecked docks, and damaged bridges while warehouses and rail lines suffered. Local figures Herbert We Buh, J. Q Buldie, Monroy Smith, and Brower were noted amid the disaster.
Ward, Jan. 20. Firm measures by the government blocked a Socialist workers protest planned for Mass Avenue style routes to Place de la Republique. Troops and police prevented a large march, dispersing several small processions and arresting and releasing dozens of workers amid clashes and cries of Down with Clemenceau.
Republican senators met to discuss the Blackburn amendment amid debates over the President's dismissal of regular troops. A draft resolution aligned with La Follette would win support from Republicans and Democrats to challenge executive action, with key figures weighing a compromise before tomorrow's senate vote.
The dialogue writing task for a forthcoming dramatic piece approaches completion. Pant Wit tach will pace the work as assistant, with the project echoing the style of earlier comedies but aimed at a higher class of performance. The authors, including Mae Want and Wilstach, bring prior stage experience and literary distinction to the project.
A fragmented notice suggests playwright Mansfield plans to devote future work to plays including a new piece linked to Peer Gynt themes. References to Richard Mansfell and a Kansas City engagement hint at early stage plans and an imminent opportunity secured by manager Marty Askin.
Reports indicate the Youth Rotalist party had begun revolutionary and military activities. Members faced patrols and dispersal as authorities targeted pamphlets and distribution. Police actions disrupted the party’s organization and tactics at Serracks and surrounding areas.
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