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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jul 21, 1909
Page
2
A rereading of the ad rate sheet shows daily and weekly pricing for classified ads. Rates include 16 to 60 cents for preferred positions, ten cents per line for each insertion after the first, and one cent per word for the first classified ad with a minimum. Additional charges apply for random references and weekly changes.
A fragment critiques wealthy men for extravagance and wasteful spending. It argues millionaires like Money C. Prick deserve scrutiny for social impact while noting provocative acts as sensational but unnecessary displays of wealth. The piece contrasts private excess with public funds and productive labor.
The article recalls a chaotic sequence around a fireworks display planned for the third night of a fair in 1993. Weather disruptions, rescheduling, postponements, and strong winds marred the event. Reported names include Thaler Rowe Williams Glarmaon and Perevicg, with dates tied to Fourth of July plans and a delayed culmination despite hopes for a spectacular show.
A garbled note hints at a polling event tied to a big evening gathering. Mentions Ik rela meat, rain weather, and potential trouble or a pair of black eyes. References William Glaseasn and Dociar awe with unclear context. The readable fragments suggest a public or campaign event interrupted by weather or clashes.
David Berles reports plans to build a new rail line from Baker City through the Sumpter Valley into the Jubal Tap country of Oregon. The project would create a road corridor of about 84 miles from Baker City toward the Hormt River region and toward Plain City and Opden Canton, with extensions to Hot Springs Inn and Ingham City. He sees this as a pathway to develop rich agricultural lands and attract outside investment while noting most lands are privately held.
The Promontory ranch north of Wells, Utah, totaling 3670 acres of valley and pasture land, is being broken into farms of 10 to 320 acres each. Buyers pay a small percent down with ten years to settle the balance, a move expected to foster a new farming community for hundreds of families. Don Carlos obituary notes his complex influence on European affairs and public life, with steady attention from continental papers.
The report outlines tensions among trotting horsemen over track activities and betting, noting costs to attend and purse payments. It details ticket pricing, advertising, and crowd expectations, with implications for racing meetings and the need for substantial organization and funds to support participation.
Ogden drivers form a new association to sponsor purses for trotters and pacers after declining offers from Fair officials. They will use the race track for a Saturday meet, aiming to hold events with a smaller, more controlled purse structure and avoid prior disappointments.
The completion of the tunnel near Utah is to be celebrated in September with President Tate expected to attend and dedicate the waterway for irrigation. The tunnel cost 5.5 million dollars and represents a major arid reclamation effort. Discussions consider storing water to cover 2,000 acres on the Ogden River main stream and aiding local agriculture.
Morning Examiner reports a Sunday night storm at the Great Salt Lake tests Southern Pacific rail projects. Engineers push a breakwater of pilings to protect the embankment near Antelope Island, aiming to reduce wave damage and secure a new line linking to the existing Southern Pacific network. The project, part of a broader bridge and landline integration, proceeds as work shifts toward a new main route from Ogden toward the Antelope area.
An archival note from Ann Arbor Michigan records a Civil War era mention of bravery awards. It references a soldier tied to Michigan volunteers and appears to describe medal conferment, rank details, and delays in delivery amid a disrupted sequence of events. The text is garbled but centers on military honors and battlefield recognition.
Seven Italians were indicted for murder by the grand jury, tied to a group called Society Tee and linked to a planned assassination. The accused include Antonia Fama, a 16 year old Wallan, and others named in the indictment as members of the alleged conspiracy.
Two alleged ramblers Shene and Riley were discharged in police court after a judge warned they would be watched in the city. A property owner cited as a defendant faced vagrancy charges, while a woman named Mblla Jdey claimed legitimate business ties and faced the same charge. The incident included a dispute over a stolen ring and an unconfirmed missing diamond riot claim.
In Spokane July a flood of registrations produced about two thousand applications filed in Spokane and similar counts at Coeur d Alene. Judge Whitten noted many unstamped envelopes that cannot be delivered and must be returned to senders via the dead letter office. The registration totals reached around 3,007 in another locale while a public figure and several associates registered today.
Park City announces Pioneer Day events at City Park on July 1 with sports and a ball game between married and single men. The program features W D Leils and Mabop Rasband. other participants include Hfareld Talmes, Mire Ethel Nastach, Veron, Myete, A Srott, Fiachel Stromness, Brolly, Marie Hearts, Keeive Howarth, and J Anderson among others.
Kayene reports unusually large bear sightings along the eastern hills of Moun Titul this year, with many brown bears seen near the south fork canyon. Most observed are small. one cub was noted. George McNeill has hunted four elk alive beats, killing two and tending others in the cellar of a local outpost.
Chicam July 21 report notes rail orders forecast broader prosperity through equipment and tenement investments. Pullman of Chicago underlines electric car purchases by Santa Fe, including 1966 locomotives and steel passenger cars. Chesapeake and Ohio, Chicago and Northwestern, and Milwaukee orders expand fleet and freight capacity amid market growth.
Fragmented OCR describes a 250 bequest for a home for aged individuals and maintenance of a bane there. Names and places are garbled but indicate a bequest to aid women and a charitable or public support purpose.
A report describes a fatal injury near an apartment house at a corner of the World End area involving Mr Arthur We Teete. The injured person fell from a window as bystanders tried to help, with witnesses noting a low window and a tumbling fall leading to his death.
Fragmented text shows a jumble of names and terms, mentioning ten families of setobate elch Ringling Vronera and individuals such as Wally Heathers or similar misread names. The passage includes garbled phrases about dancing, tones, walking, and unclaimed trunks, with references to medical imaging and an unclear destination. The readable content is too distorted to establish a coherent event or outcome.
Customs officers seized baggage believed to hold 5000 dollars worth of laces while three unknown travelers aboard could not be identified. The items, tied to steerage passengers, remained unclaimed. Pioneer Day excursion offered via Center Blo Grands Ik Pa with one fare to Utah, July 33rd.
Cirrus Warns of self care as Ringling Brothers Circus debuts at Madison Square Garden New York. Scientists debate animal classification amid the spectacle featuring giraffes rhinoceros hippopotamus camels and a parade ready for Wednesday show.
Arthur Hooker, secretary of the national irrigation congress, seeks congressional approval at the Spokane session for a multibillion reclamation program. Proposals include 3 percent Roll bonds to raise about 75 billion, funding drainage, irrigation of 40 million acres, road and highway construction, forestry and conservation, and large-scale land development across western states. If enacted, the plan aims to reclaim tens of millions of acres, provide homes for millions, and bolster farm output and infrastructure by 1931.
A fragmentary report from July 1 mentions wheel taxes raising city funds to $434,39527 and references a chaotic sequence from May 1 involving a shooting, recovered merchandise valued at $2.03, and bail actions. It notes a wagon raid halted by police, a fleeing suspect, and a gunshot amid efforts to recover property valued at 6b.
A puzzling article fragment depicts a crowd of Chinese migrants at a newly formed Pacific Mail Steamship area. The text mentions efforts to prevent unrest and altercations, with references to markets, ports, and immigration processes surrounding Mongolian and Chinese groups.
In New York during July and August, police and Captain Kutna face upheaval over a disputed release and tense events tied to an Irene's gallery controversy. Narrative hints at contempt charges and retalial actions connected to a Haymond pitwet incident in Brooklyn.
The new administration appointed by the antistage district plans to place the former head of the Brooklyn detective bureau on trial for absence from duty without permission. He received twenty days leave, longer leave being prohibited, and a second leave due was not granted. Kuhee street faces trial for being absent during the final ten days of his sentence.
Abs. Het the Dandridge, widow of Philip Pendleton Papdrider and daughter of President Zachary Taylor, lies critically ill at her Winchester home. The article notes her lineage and a prior role entertaining at the White House and presiding over the White Horse during President Taylor's first term.
Gorton July 24 reports Newberg wanted by Boston police for forgery totaling 1143 dollars. Newberg was treasurer of Pax River Butter Company of Rum, reportedly fled with his family, leaving behind a troubled scene after an apparent appearance last Friday.
Washington reports that Taft and Diaz will swap visits during Taft's western trip after September 15. The exchange aims to occur on Mexican soil with Mexican consent needed from the Mexican congress. The State Department is arranging the meetings on the basis of travel permissions and formalities.
Reports from Ban France indicate middleweight champion Stanley Ketchel inflicted punishing blows that left challenger Thomas Hurt with a severely strained arm and possible fracture. The bout, interrupted by a machine bell, drew attention as Ketchel appeared to dominate before injuries ended the confrontation and raised concerns over Hurt’s condition.
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