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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1908
Page
2
Publication details for The Standard Ogden Utah: second class matter, daily except Sundays, subscription options and prices. Weekly and monthly rates listed, with Sunday edition warning and advertising notes.
In February 1908 The Standard published a rate card with per inch pricing, daily changes, and special positions. It notes special contracts for weekly or monthly ads and claims lower rates than competitors, inviting advertisers to compare with The Evening Standard.
A Boston Globe article discusses improving treatment of imprisoned women, noting changes in the probation system and public opinion influenced by reformers such as Frances A. Morton and Georgia Runrell. It examines whether probation can replace imprisonment for many offenders and the challenges faced by female inmates and officials in achieving humane justice.
Garages and neighbors reacted to a blaze at Howells Garage described as a near total loss. The incident prompted questions about postmaster orders and local political tensions, with editorials debating responsibility and future leadership in the community.
A readable fragment from a local page mentions attention to a political matter and references a leading aide and military support. The brief implies future actions by officials and a call for clarity on the event’s outcome. Names and places are unclear due to OCR errors.
July 12 report from Hayourta says American battleship fleet established wireless communication with the convoy off Honolulu though interference reduced clarity. Ships were to anchor at a harbor on July 16 as wireless exchanges continue. Nebraska quarantined in San Francisco due to scarlet fever, later closed gap as ships closed in. Navy says transmissions were heard to relay to San Francisco and San Pedro. Arrival at port expected with celebratory reception and entertainment for crew.
London reports a special force operation led by Khan of the Farge army seizing several strategic points in Yabriy. In a swift action, troops captured a bridge area and routed local defenders, with ongoing patrols and reinforcements moving toward Aanthe.
A party aboard the Dolphin explosive launch near Marblehead is feared lost after an explosion and fire. Peter McDelteh and several others were swept overboard as the boat capsized. Marian, Massachusetts residents and Boston summer crowd react as rescue efforts continue with few survivors reporting cause of the blast.
Delegates arrive in Columbia for the prohibition convention set for next Wednesday and Thursday. The event includes parades, nightly meetings at Memorial Hall, and speeches by former presidential candidates. National committees meet Tuesday to select temporary officers amid talk of cross party cooperation and a drafted platform.
President Roosevelt meets with Secretary of State Root and Acting Secretary Bacon at Sagamore Hill for nearly four hours. Discussion centers on US Venezuela policy and ongoing state department affairs as crowds gather for church, with details of the session and attendees partly unclear.
Columbus Ohio July 12 Thompson Bryce president of the Columbus American Baseball company died suddenly this afternoon in a hotel lobby where he had gone to witness a scheduled game between Columbus and Toledo. Bryce had been in poor health but recently improved and attended business matters. Officials of the New York Giants were in Columbus to wash some players when the news reached them. Bryce had long been active in local business and sports, and his death is noted with respect in Columbus.
Nome, Alaska. July 1. The foam ship OfTo arrived here under convoy after forty‑five days from Benile, Mestog. The vessel brought Gull passenger Unati Wax and crew, with repairs to the hull and other routine cargo.
July reports show a volatile security market with broad participation and rising trading volumes. Analysts point to crop yields, bond demand, and forthcoming political conventions as factors shaping sentiment while speculative activity grows amid uncertainty.
Assumptions point to a strong fall outlook with wage arrears and unpaid labor in steel mills. Officials note plant orders from agricultural equipment makers, forecasting improved farm income and crop prospects. Government grain reports signal renewed economic activity, while railroads prepare to boost freight for expanding production.
The National Convention of the Western Federation adjourned amid plans for further sessions and potential action. Delegates from states including Alaska, Canada, and Amartray discussed structure and leadership changes, with a committee chaired by Linley Gerard to oversee activities.
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