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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1908
Page
4
The convention ends with Taft triumph and a party platform endorsing rapid railroad regulation, labor protections, and government role in wages and safety. It praises arbitration and calls for broader industrial reforms including child labor, female labor, and interstate commerce oversight.
Confused dispatch from New York reports the Lusitania halted by gunfire as British vessels engage near the Hook. Forts Wadworth and Handiton ready for action while ships exchange fire and crews prepare for approaching threats.
Reports describe a feared plague outbreak reaching Caracas, with scenes of alarm on streets near La India Cafe. Public funds and authorities struggle to fund cleanup, while commerce and transit face disruption as officials consider emergency measures and quarantine actions.
In Isifsbure on June 17 Mrs Marr Scott Hartie, wife of Augustus Sartly Hartie, a noted paper manufacturer, secured verdicts against her husband. The decision awards her $10,000 for general damages, $4,780 for court expenses, and $7,000 for attorney fees. Court costs were reduced slightly on appeal.
The City Council of Ogden Utah intends to make improvements along Jefferson Street and Ada Avenue to install concrete curb and walkways, with tree removal and street widening. Public funds will cover costs and assessments on benefited parcels, with a hearing scheduled for May 1908.
June 17 in Bt. Pelereborg the Duma approved a ruling disapproving a national loan of 3,000,000 as part of government finance and budget actions. Minister of Finance Kokovsort defended the loan amid accusations of constitutional violations and warned that further notes from the state bank should be preapproved by the Duma.
A June 6A notice reports Hearst securing a gain in votes after a recount of the 1905 city election. The recount focuses on ballot boxes and tallies, with Hearst receiving a wider margin of TF G votes as ballots are reviewed.
Fire destroyed the entire lumber plant of the Wane laguh er gonipimy in Hastings Alabama tonight. Loss estimated at about 2506,000. Fire reported to have started late evening with investigation continuing.
Public notice from Ogden City intends to modify 25th Street from Jackson Avenue to Taylor Avenue by installing a concrete sidewalk six feet wide. The plan includes property assessments to cover costs, hearings at City Hall, and payment of court and exhibition expenses. The notice calls for public input and outlines tax implications for affected property owners.
Vice President C H Scharka reports Denver Rio Grande to merge with Western Denver on July 24 stockholders meeting. Major bonds valued at 150 million planned for improvements and expansion, including double tracking main lines and gauge changes. Western Pacific connection from Ogden to San Francisco eyed, Gould interests control the extension project.
An article extols women’s health through marriage and motherhood, praising a Feverita Prescription as a safe, alcohol free remedy made from American roots. It claims to strengthen delicate female systems, aid expectant mothers, and prepare the body for childbirth, with testimonials from Dr. Pierce and others.
City announces bids for sidewalk district improvements from 27th to 26th Street and Madison Avenue to the PF line. Bids due at city recorder by 2 o clock on Friday May 1st 1908. City reserves right to reject any bid and to waive informalities. inquiries directed to City Engineer PARIRA.
Notice of intention to proceed with street improvements along 28th Street and adjacent avenues in Ogden City. Includes concrete gutter installations, curb and gutter work, grading, and associated drainage. project funded by district levy and special assessment. People and entities involved include city officials and affected residents. date reference indicates upcoming council consideration.
In writing Frettany and others, the City Council orders a local and spectral assessment with a meeting set for Monday, June 2, 1308 at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall Ogden Washington. Public notice invites interested parties to attend and object to the assessment.
The Ogden Board of Education invites written price proposals for a building project. Bids must be at the specified office in the building by 6 pm on Friday, December 26, 1908, with detailed data and costs. Several banks and firms are listed as potential financiers or participants.
Delinquent notices announce sale of assets of Silver Queen Milling at Ogden Utah on a future Sunday. Shares and amounts are listed for creditors and holders. The notice states postponed dates and public auction terms per corporate requirements.
Notice from Utah State School Department inviting competitive proposals to construct a Girls College at the main campus in Salt Lake with capacity for 28 residents. Plans must be submitted by June 27 with detailed building drawings, elevations, and furniture layouts. The project outlines include multiple facilities and a budget constraint of about 1000 dollars. Superintendent Thomas oversees the competition and reserves the right to accept or reject plans.
The notice records a June meeting of stockholders at the trust office 275 Washington Ave, Ogden City AL. It notes approval of the corporate plan to amend the charter and increase capital stock from 1000 to 100000. David Buckles, President, dated June 4 1908.
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