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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1909
Page
4
The Evening Standard announces advertising rates effective February 1 1908 with special positions surcharge details for pages and columns. It advertises biweekly and contract rates and asserts superior bona fides of its Ogden subscribers.
A reflective piece on wireless technology tracing its rise from a toy to a pivotal tool. It compares early marvels to modern sea telecommunication and cites Geronimo’s awe at heliographic messaging to question what future discoveries may unlock beyond current understanding.
The piece argues the Manila to Hampton Roads battlefleet decision was a mistake as ships head to Australia and back through the Indian Ocean. It claims the move aimed to appease eastern business interests, leaving the Pacific vulnerable while Sperry’s fleet was away.
A critic argues Roy Elderkin misfocused on police at fault in church remarks. The piece defends mayoral authority, urges public backing for enforcement, and warns against police officers steering policy without elected leaders. It compares duty to Crown orders and cites The Charge of the Light Brigade.
Interstate Commerce Commission notes 1908 gross railroad earnings at 2,424,640,827, down 164,464,941 from 1907. Decline linked to temporary national business downturn and reduced traffic. some lines hit by receiverships, especially those serving manufacturing regions. Changes in accounting methods may affect comparisons.
The figures indicate gross earnings per mile in 1908 exceed 1906 and 1905 by margins, while net earnings fall versus 1907 and 1906. Taxes excluded from operating expenses imply lower true net revenue. Overall, railroads did not suffer as severely as expected in abnormal times.
The piece urges celebration of progress over two decades, praising advances in religion economics politics and business while noting literature and art lag behind. It argues Americans have leaped forward toward humanitarian and honest governance, offering hope that future generations inherit an example of high ideals without bloodshed.
The article argues there are twenty naval yards across ten states along 6000 miles of coast lacking adequate drydocks for modern battleships. It contends yards cost millions yet do little work, with shops overpriced and out-of-the-way sites wasting at least 40 million dollars annually, a third of the naval budget.
Settlers on government irrigation projects face missed payments and possible loss of homes. Many lacked resources for housing, tools, and stock, despite promises of free land and extended payments. Congress is expected to grant extensions, as cautioned by the San Francisco Chronicle.
The article argues that settlers face heavy up-front costs and long, costly builds for land irrigation schemes. It critiques 20-year interest-free terms as unjust and cites British Ireland and Australia as better models with longer terms, government-built housing, wages, and strict conditions to ensure sobriety and productivity. The piece praises South Australia's Union Labor government for demanding payment for all benefits while enforcing disciplined cultivation.
New York workers clash with Oscar Hammerstein manager of the Manhattan Opera House as reporters Weil and Boyle are summoned for a hearing at Jefferson Market Court. The hearing is postponed a week while a scuffle ensues in and around the courtroom. Hammerstein is knocked over a bench but unharmed.
A playful verse rejects grand riches and fame. The speaker prefers modest wealth a country place and vintage stocks over empires and grand tributes. They ridicule those chasing vast power and praise restraint amid political entanglements.
In a Washington Star snippet Uncle Eben comments that faith healing helps some ailments but dislikes men hanging about trying to fix fences and lift the mortgage. The line contrasts spiritual remedy with financial struggle in a rural setting.
At the Methodist church Rev. G W McCreery urged closing Sunday theaters to safeguard the home and church. He argued righteousness and character build progress, noting law, public morals, and Ogden’s future depend on maintaining high standards and restricting Sunday amusements. The judge backs action to stop Sunday shows to shield youth and strengthen family life.
William E. Parer sues for divorce from Phoebe Farrer in Salt Lake City alleging his wife entertained several young men nightly, beat him in May, and vowed to choose others over him. He seeks custody of two children aged 11 and 12 and requests permanent alimony and control of property mortgaged for $3,000. The Farrers married November 13, 1890.
A Willard basement tabernacle gathering hosted by elders drew a large crowd for a fund raiser to buy new books. Local project work continues with a power plant trench-filled site and visiting residents from Iowa Logan and nearby areas. Mrs Earth and Mrs Barber recoveries noted as others visit families.
James E Mecham a 6 switchman on the Oregon Short Line railroad is hospitalized at L D S with his left arm cut off just above the elbow after being run over by a freight engine early Sunday morning. He is deaf and could not explain how the accident occurred.
A professional crew cracked the Davis Shoe Company store safe at 240 South Main between 11 and 6 Sunday, stealing 600 in cash and 306 in checks. The break in was reported by clerk David Levitt and detectives pursued no clues as of Sunday morning.
Honolulu reports Hawaii offers ample opportunity for American agriculturists with a growing pineapple and diversified crops sector. Officials note local farming could supply islands’ markets and possibly export, aided by the new agriculture college and the United States Agricultural Experiment Station.
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