24 Jun 1909
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 24, 1909
Page
1
The article weighs Ketchel versus Johnson as a decisive clash likely to reshape boxing prospects. It notes Johnson’s recent form and Ketchel’s fighting bite, weighing age reach and aggression as key factors. The piece surveys potential outcomes and career implications for the two fighters.
A chaotic report on New York bookies facing crackdown under reform and the sport of kings label. Verbal bets vanish as law curtails paper wagers, odds experts, and tote systems. Bookmakers thin, patrons scarce, and many rely on informal betting with little return. A magistrate quips the sport of kings becomes sport of suckers as reform bites hard.
Workbox, backed by strong support, won the fourth race from favorite Tet Leaf at Salt Lake CH. Lilly Larham placed in the late stretch as the meeting contends with ongoing tracks, while director opposition debated extending racing days. The program featured a five furlong sprint won by Retin steady with Callaghan up, and a muddy mile race won by Worktor, as weather and organizational debates cloud the day.
In a muddy program a four and a half furlong sprint and a one and a quarter mile event produced close contests. Wilson bandicep-tingra took the fourth race with a 107 time as Capewall and Valencit chased closely. The sixth race went to Pellinz-Hilly Mayhem at 116 pounds, with Platoos second and J W Puller third.
June reports show Brooklyn winning 31 to 26 at home in a long game with mixed errors. Key players include Mallersea Monrea and Jackblech for Brooklyn while Cavaleskt, Doin, Hunter, Bergen pitched for Philadelphia. Other notes mention Chicago, Cincinnati, and New York doubleheaders with varied outcomes.
A collection of scattered box scores from June games shows Chicago defeating Cleveland 4 to 2, Detroit edging St Louis 8 to 4, New York and Boston producing notable performances, Philadelphia shutting out Washington, and Sacramento defeating Portland in a high scoring seven double plays era.
In a Northwest League game Portland edged Vancouver 5 to 4. Key contributors include Baader Beaton and Bourneles, with Vancasser noted in the matchup. The June 2 scoreline reflects a tight contest and recent form between the two clubs.
Caeserne Wye June 38 The Mi laneae In the New York Beatie abandoned the conley there at thin afternoon.
Mose unfamiliar with the scoring game, boxer Night Johnson has been offered 93,000 for the meeting but has not decided on a guarantee or percentage. Johnson went 1500 to Philadelphia after accepting a 5,000 offer. He plans a renewal with O’Brien and his manager to arrange a match in Pittsburgh.
Beattle Washington June 21 amid crowd cheers 18 00 percent blocked streets as Ford car No S driven by W B Rem won the Guggenheim Cup and a $2,000 purse in a treacherous alpine course. The New York entry endured deep snow through Cascade passes and a late protest over a supposed man being dropped and picked up. result pending.
Delinquent notice lists numerous stock items tied to a mortgage or lien on July 27 1908 with amounts and names of股holders and directors. The notice states shares will be sold at public auction at the company office No WY West Street Ogden Utah on July 15 1909 to cover delinquent assessments plus costs of sale.
Democratic sources push for higher duties on pineapples as Senate finance committee debates reducing a House rate of 8 cents per cubic foot in barrels and $8 per thousand, with Senators Taliaferro and Pletcher of Korda involved in the contention.
In Pittsburg two bouts set for January 3 feature rising contenders Jack Johnson and Blows colored champion and Trty Ross in featured rounds. The matchups follow a tense buildup with Kaufman’s camp signaling a willingness to wager large sums as speculation swirls around the outcomes.
Arthur Charles Brooker of Ansonia Connecticut testified before the directors of the Trust Company of the Republic regarding loans totaling millions tied to a shipbuilding project. He claimed no knowledge of the loans and noted he learned of the large sums at an October meeting. He described guarantees and advances to Nixon and Dresser related to the venture. The proceedings aim to compel an accounting and recovery of funds.
The Board of Trustees of the State Industrial School invites sealed bids for plastering materials and work on the Girls' New Cottage. Plans and specifications are available at Smith & Hodgman Architects 212 Eccles Building Ogden Utah. Bids must be received by Wednesday June 10 and opened at 7 pm on that date. The board may reject or accept bids as deemed advantageous. Thomas, Superintendent. Ogden Utah June 1909.
Notice of sale of real estate at private sale in Weber County Utah guardianship of Mytile Gillan and others. Court order June 19 1909. Sale after June 6 1963. Parcels include parts of Lot 13 Block 10 South Ogden and Lot 2 Block 45 Plat A Ogden City. Terms cash. Guardian J A Junk and attorney Joseph Chez certify.
Notice in Weber County Utah District Court against Sterling Kirkham estate and John Whittaker estate seeking creditor claims with vouchers. Claims must be filed with undersigned attorneys by specified dates. Public notices list admins George Wintre and Mary Lewis with court details and addresses.
A fragmented editorial letter argues the Industrial School's goals and methods, criticizing officials for neglect and questioning reform approaches. It contends the institution should address delinquency root causes, not merely punish, and notes concerns about administration and shared responsibilities among board members.
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