05 Jul 1909
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 05, 1909
Page
1
A garbled sports and notices page reports a baseball postponement due to wet ground conditions in Omaha with scattered scores and references to Wichita, Topeka, and Kansas City games. It includes a state water appropriation notice in Utah about A F Tasker seeking 27 900 acre feet from the South Fork of Ogden River for municipal use, with public protest deadlines.
Nelson publishes a pointed reply to Packey McFarland arguing his superiority and listing past opponents he has defeated. He cites bouts with Joe Galligan and Joe Galtigan, claims Packey’s record is weaker, and taunts McFarland to meet him in the ring for a $3,000 wager and $2,500 to the winner.
Ban Francie July Fourth customs of Irish fighters aside, Papke meets Stan Ketchel for the fourth time in a twenty round bout. Ketchel trains hard aiming to repeat, while Papke’s camp reports sharp sparring and boosted confidence. Bets favor Ketchel at two to one despite Papke supporters.
A fragmented afternoon program lists seven races at a track on July 5 1909. Includes selling purses from 2120 to 150 and a stakes event. Details mention age restrictions maiden allowances and weights, with seven furlongs and distances varying per race. Names and precise payouts are garbled but indicate a horse racing schedule for the day.
New York reports revived debate on American riding styles at Tattenham with Johnny Sloan’s fall when Holocauste toppled. The long running crouch seat controversy traces to 1890s transfer of riding method from America to England. The incident at the Derby sparked renewed claims of American technique outperforming traditional European posture.
The report details a chaotic boxing event in San Francisco featuring Papere Ketcncl and opponents. It describes a dramatic match with Jae Johnson and complications over weight divisions, a towel fold, and a controversial decision. The bout drew attention to the sport and its promoters, noting injuries and crowd reactions as the ring interventions and bets influenced the outcome.
In a Pacific Coast League twin bill Portland defeated Oakland in the morning game 1 to 0 and won the afternoon 1 to 0. Errors and control issues by Christian plagued Oakland as Portland pitchers held the visitors scoreless both games. Umpire absence and loose play marked the day with tense moments and disputed calls, while Vernon and Los Angeles split as the night game progressed.
In a brief league update Ghitego and Cleveland face off as Le Cresta is tested. The report notes key players and rising rivals, with emphasis on early season form and potential scoring bursts across the division.
Fragmented OCR text mentions panic at Yellowstone and premarent events near Wylie Park. No clear names, dates, or outcomes available. Summary highlights confusion, potential security or safety incidents, and references to unknown figures or places without verifiable details.
A. F. Parker of Ogden Utah filed an application under Utah water laws to appropriate nine thousand acre feet from the South Fork of the Ogden River in Weber County. The water would be stored in a reservoir and released to develop power for Ogden Valley and Ogden City. Objections must be filed within 320 days after publication. State Engineer CALER TANNER notes the first publication June 24, 1999.
The State of Utah to Samuel Newman in the case State v Newman. You are summoned to answer within thirty days after service, or judgment by default may be entered. The action seeks a divorce and dissolution of the bonds of matrimony between the plaintiff and defendant. VALVEMSON & PILATT.
A summons is issued directing the defendant to appear regarding a civil action. The document lists attorney Hotalets Mutney and directs service by posting and publication in the county court, with the Clerk of the court handling filings. The notice specifies deadlines for appearance and mentions bond terms and publication details.
Cape Town reports uncertain prospects amid a Rhodesia chase. Mention of General Lane Botha and Tide forces hints at colonial tensions. Readable fragments point to a political-military context with uncertain outcomes and leadership names.
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