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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1908
Page
2
The document outlines advertising rates for The Standard Publishing Co. including pint rate per inch for any number of inches, daily changes, special positions, page rates, and contract options. It notes cheaper rates than competing papers and invites advertisers to use weekly or quantity contracts.
An oblique, broken text describes experimental armor and artillery advances, mentioning turrets, hardened steel projectiles, explosive ordnance, and war technology progress. It reads like a sensational late 19th or early 20th century science tension piece with garbled phrases and speculative claims about inventors and battlefield impact.
Easten authority on monetary guarantees discusses a blend of assets including commercial paper and securities. The proposal allocates about 80 percent to capital and surplus in commercial paper and railroads funds, with the rest split among bonds and other securities. The plan aims to fund notes and ensure equity for lenders while protecting holders of the associated assets.
The Executive Council of the Federation of Labor plans its first meeting in Chicago in decades to discuss national labor issues and political policy. Highlights include debate on internecine disputes between carpenters and wool workers and the role of organizing drives in the upcoming national labor campaign.
A disputed appeal to President Roosevelt from Montayne, a former Union Army veteran imprisoned on Bhickwells Inland, sought mercy based on Civil War nostalgia. The petitioner and several accomplices faced indictments. Montayne received four months and others were released after paying $250.
Fragmentary OCR suggests a bustling hotel district with multiple buyers from various regional firms. Mentions New York and St. Louis affiliations and a presidential year context, implying a recovering economy and increased commerce. Names and specifics are unclear due to garbled text.
A corrupted financial notice outlines expenses of administration and distributions totaling 2253850.0 to Annie Armstrong and others. It lists costs including 1,000,000 for expenses, 94,048,008 for taxes, and 7,082,127.48 for a five percent tax line, with named recipients and amounts.
The report details Milton D. Purdy’s recess appointment as a federal judge, noting opposition from key senators and lawyers. It cites concerns over eligibility and the political maneuvering as Congress adjourned without confirmation, with supporters arguing for timely appointment and opponents warning of constitutional overreach.
Fragmented text indicates Maine and Alabama to depart for Hampton Roads aboard a special Atlantic fleet contingent. The orders suggest derailing to Honolulu and beyond, with unclear details on timings, casualties, and navigation.
Ron Oliver, a young farmer, is jailed in Dewitt County after a fatal shooting at a farm near his home. He reportedly killed his sister and her husband, then shot at a man named Stanley while attempting to flee. A neighbor aiding the injured woman died in the chaos. Oliver was captured by a posse and turned over to the sheriff for confinement.
June 8 Chisago reports coroner rules Waller Sheer president of the Meas Onna mental Gidak company responsible for the death of five workers in a May 2 fire that destroyed the building. He died days earlier from lava-related injuries. Employed witnesses testified that most workrooms were locked during shifts and workers were trapped inside.
An incomplete newspaper fragment reports a case involving a child care situation and a wealthy farmer named William Pottridge. The text references a murder in a tunnel and a government summons regarding a woman’s claim of self defense, but many details are garbled and unclear.
Fragmentary OCR notes claim an individual faced a murder accusation in a 1905 case. The text references a man from near Charlesboro or Charlevoix, with names resembling Wakeler or Walker and a dairyman. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Jefferson Davis birth anniversary honored in Jonisville Kentucky and Memphis Tennessee with ceremonies, parades, and decoration day observances. In Nashville and Mobile similar commemorations occurred as graves at Mount Olivet cemetery received flowers. Local buildings closed in respect.
New York dispatch reports the British government announced in Parliament that the Lusitania and Mauretania have earned the annual $750,000 subsidy for meeting subsidy conditions. The ships must average 24.4 knots on transatlantic runs and report 244 knots per hour for the round trip.
A rumor claims a price cut was authorized at a Bar Steel manufacturers meeting in New York. J R Scott of the Carnegie Steel Company spoke today. The new price is $140 per hundred. Only manufacturers face the changes, with potential reductions for rivals likely.
Three distinct groups in New York align to influence the June Chicago convention. Delegates instructed to back Governor Fishleigh and a slate favoring James Sherman for vice president. A special train will carry New York supporters of Sherman and allied Republicans to the national meeting.
A mother and two others were found dead early today at a Toll Court residence, apparently suffocated by gas escaping from a stove. Police say the incident occurred in a domestic setting and investigators are examining the scene.
Baltimore June 2 The state Dowverate convention will decide today which delegates to the national Dawver convention will carry the nomination for Tirynn. Proponents of Mey push to strike Gelerent as a condition for support, while Bryan supporters threaten action if demands are unmet. County delegates reportedly favor Firyan in a split among districts.
The United States Supreme Court yesterday reaffirmed a decision striking down a Mabthty law that limited women’s rights, citing constitutional to rights. Christian Hyde, executor for Charles Hyde, sought $80,000 in a wrongful death case against Southern Tallway company, citing the updated ruling.
A physician touts fresh pineapples as a health aid and outlines a fruit heavy diet tested by the California experiment station. The piece details how a pineapple centered plan may aid digestion, energy, and vitality, with guidance on selecting, carving, serving, and preserving pineapple for meals and desserts.
The Hawaii yacht Gheer ed entered for the San Pedro race as the Honglyta Jute Yee group mulled over the entry this afternoon. Grant Crawford, wind expert, evaluated the yacht for the event near the water front, with anticipation for the July 4 race in San Pedro.
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