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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1916
Page
9
A garbled excerpt describes a phonograph and its appeal, mentioning Kalvon and Dike with musical notes and melodies. It hints at a noble toast and a dramatic instrument boast but very little concrete context or names. The readable content centers on fascination with sound and an ornate instrument.
A string of local notes reports a theft of a horse and medicine case in Ogden, a recovered case with contaminants, and a court ruling overturning a clerk’s embezzlement conviction. The state supreme court voided the district court judgment against William W. Harcombe tied to a dispute over funds of a law firm. Industry and business notices mix with real estate and public notices.
Informal gathering of Union Parish leaders and railroad officials discussed the proposed 116th anniversary celebration of the first transcontinental railroad. Attendees included E. Calrin, D. Winebell, H. Pratt, W. H. Wattle, M. B. Romping, J. Casey, and others. several members went to Balt City after the session.
James 1 Hobson Weber County reports completion of a county-wide military roster. In Ogden area 1,004 men listed with 43 in Rand and 1110 in the towns and districts including Ogden overall. The compilation covers all county men of military age.
Hras, owner of a pool hall, hired by J Kl Andridge to drive him in an automobile from Salt Lake to Evanston, was not taken into custody in Evanston when sheriff’s deputies were called. Officers said there was no charge against Hess who claimed he was deceived by Andridge and driven around the country, losing about $18.
John Lombard has filed suit against Colonial Life Insurance for 2500 dollars alleging he is the beneficiary of his brother Joseph Lombard who is deceased. Attorneys A B Rau and Georges McCormick of Ogden represent the plaintiff. Parley Williams of Salt Lake City defends the insurer.
An eight-year-old girl, Gertrede Richardson of 313 Twenty-sixth Street Wasmon, was struck by a car driven by Orange Terry of 3149 Washington Avenue on Twenty-fifth Street and Wash Hoxton Avenue at 2 PM. Witnesses say the child ran in front of the southbound automobile. she was badly injured but not fatally.
J Walter Ellingtay, Salt Lake Route chief clerk, resigns to become traffic manager of the Salt Lake and Ogden line. W M Mawbray previously infant traffic manager. Ogden Le and Ly reportedly to take over duties. Filington to assume duties and reside in Ogden.
At 3 oclock this afternoon an accidental ignition of two quarts of paroline in Jane's Bros Repair Shop rear of the Seager has FATRG caused a small scare. Workers were cleaning a machine when a parallas spill caught fire, burning the floor and a wheel. Fire department arrived but the blaze was out before they reached the scene. No damage reported.
Troop 8 Utah Guardsmen departed from the local Union Depot in Ogden for duty on the Mexican border. A crowd of about 660 gathered to bid farewell as the troop boarded Oregon Short Line Train No. 52. Families, friends, and local dignitaries offered tearful goodbyes and roses to Captain Kneass and the soldiers. The contingent arrived in Salt Lake City later that morning and proceeded to Fort Douglas where they joined Troops A and C for camp setup.
Idaho guests Mr and Mrs 7 A Salmon of Alexander formerly Ogden visit Mr and Mrs O A Newman in Kansas City Missouri. Mr and Mrs Guy Yarrington enjoy a Kansas City visit with relatives. Kensington hostess Mica Afla Nistaer honors Sassy Ruby Stratford of Idaho Falls at a Huntsville gathering with Maud Stratford. Attendees include Helen Vina Nielson Miryllis Berlin Alice Umieh Han Lotrean Lingle Lotgreen Lip Han Felt Alta Nielsen Mand Stratford Roby Stratford and Robby Stratford.
Police investigate a rash of burglaries Friday night in Tv, Carver and Mrs Carver area. Last night three more break ins occurred in the Presbyterian church area and at Walkover Shoe Store, Bladen, and Hormke Bloop. Entry at Cave Drug occurred via rear window with $256 in cash taken. Walkover Shoe Store door smashed with a hammer and $9.90 secured from a cash register. Stock items stolen at all locations. police Sergeant J F Kelliher and A Paterson head the probe.
A fragment notes a gathering attended by Mrs Luddington and Mrs Watkloe and Mrs Harris. Guests were served a deletitul luncheon. The club will reconvene at Lilly Leight’s residence at 21 West Patterson on July 6.
Lincoln Circle No 2 announces a social at Mrs Gertrude Casts 1841 Twenty sixth street on Wednesday June 34 with all members and families invited. Also news of Mr and Mrs Amid Sirs W A Middleaodeos daughter returning from California and a hospital stay. Miriam Chapter and Daughters of Pioneers hosts meetings. Empey Wilson wedding details. club meetings and birthdays. several Ogden social notes and a Nedgo club hostess event.
Union Pacific conductor G. R. Lawrence will take a period of absence from duties as he joins the Utah Guard in Mexico. He has not resigned but received a leave of absence. A Wyoming division official advised that upon return, if fit, he may rejoin with the company and retain his game rights. Lawrence previously held six years as a lieutenant with Company H of Ogden and served in the Leavenworth war effort.
QUIVIVE GIRLS CLUB met Friday June 33 at the club's home with a program and dainty luncheon. The 1910 500 Club met June 22 at Canyon Road home with officers elected: President Straal King, Vice President Mrs Verney, Secretary Contreapondent, Treasurer Yellowa Horeral.
Fraternal Order of Eagles Ogden assembly urges employers to supplement wages for members enlisting in active duty in Mexico. Resolution calls pay equal to income lost, favors firms signing pledges, and directs publication in papers. Also notes children admission offer to Pompeii tomorrow afternoon.
Omaha livestock figures show hog sales around 7000 head up, with prices near 9.00 to 10.00 per hundredweight. Cattle and calves trade is steady to higher. slaughter cows and heifers cited, along with feeder stock and lambs. Strong demand at bulk sale totals, with varied weights and categories across cattle, hogs, and sheep.
Chicago grain prices rose today amid speculation of war risks with the Carranza government of Mexico and potential relief from Britain’s blockade of Greece. Opening quotes showed modest gains across wheat futures with July, September, and nearby contracts moving higher before a broad market pullback.
Trading in Utah stock market shows active Monday morning with little price change from Saturday. Industrial stocks are quiet though overall activity and range widen, Utabidalia sugar weakens after July 1 dividend, Amalgamated strong with 209 bid, other securities hold at ex dividend. Prices quoted via J A Hogis Co private wire.
A dated OCR list shows several named companies and bid prices including Iron Sossom 45907 at 2.65, Cement Securities 5.50, Wagon 106.25 bid 108 ask, Intermountain Life 12.58 bid, Utah Power & Light 101 asked, Brayinabe Sugar 9.00 bid 19.60 asked, plus others like Amalgamated Guzar 700 pid and Hotel Utah On Co 75 Bid.
Arizona investors see Keystone Stock on the New York Curb as a gateway for Silver Keystone and nearby properties. The Keystone Consolidated Mining Co. recently opened a new ore body, with ore over 100 dollars per ton, and plans a flotation plant to treat ores. The district’s miners expect a steady profit flow, while advocates urge listing more Arizona stocks on the curb to aid regional mining prestige.
Civil service positions preparation data available on request. Information furnished on request. Box 179 Ogden.
John s Wille lm Morgan Jobna aged 32 died yesterday at his Pleasant View home from intestinal complications after two years of illness. Born October 25, 18__, he was a Mormon church member with two years of missionary service in the West. Survived by wife, child, parents David and A. Thames Jobna, and siblings. Funeral Wednesday at 3 p.m. at the Pleasant View meeting house with internment in North Ogden cemetery. Burial will follow at Pleasant View. Murphy Funeral Nancy Murphy funeral held yesterday in Seventh Ward Ros ing House with Bishop Jones presiding.
Obituary notices and funeral services fill the chapel for Willow Keighton and Elizabeth Paver Woodward, with details of speakers bishops and choirs, interments at Bountiful and City cemeteries, and listings of services at Plain City and Salt Lake homes.
Notice states the Carpenters Union will hold its last meeting under the old dispensation on Wednesday June 28 at the Owls’ Hall Washington. All carpenters may attend to take advantage of the new rate and are urged to be present. W Hekett business agent 87 is listed.
The Cadillac Farage on Twenty-fifth street held a formal opening Saturday evening with a large crowd enjoying automobiles, music, refreshments, dancing on an average floor, and pretty wall lighting. Manager W. F. Tester reports strong satisfaction with progress and permanent establishment of the Farage.
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