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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 28, 1909
Page
4
An OCR read concerns stock certificates and liabilities of a presumed Cantorsta company. It cites a notary, dates circa 1908, and mentions the State of California style attestations by Secretary of State officials. The fragmentary text lists certificates and bonds, with names obfuscated and mixed. The legal tone implies validation of a corporate statement on file.
JOSEPH VEER appeals for stricter city liquor laws in Ogden, urging citizens to back higher licenses and later closing hours. He cites a recent license increase to 1600 and argues tougher enforcement will curb drunkenness, protect health and youth, and spur a stronger city council push to close saloons.
Provo June 26. The Provo Commercial Club and Knight Investment Company plan a race meet at the Strawberry Day track on June 29 with purses totaling 12000 across trot and pace events. Notable entries include Queen Pomona and Ribbs on pace. track record of 3311 4 held by Ming er, and Queen Pomona’s mile record around 2 04. Expectations rise for a possible state record next Saturday as arrangements advance for July 3 races and funded entrants reach into the hundreds.
Ambassadors OBrien plans a leave from Tokyo and will stay in Washington for a period. In the interim, Deputy Secretary SiN leads the American legation as diplomatic personnel adjust to the absence of Mr OBrien.
An editorial reflects on Ogden's year, praising the city’s park improvements Lester Park views, the electric fountain, and the Carnegie Library while commending officials for curbing crime and fostering public schools. It lauds the mayor, police, and Juvenile Court for reform efforts and celebrates resilient civic spirit despite urban challenges.
A report notes swift progress on electrifying the Ford line as crews advance to complete trolley wire work. Water service improvements between Whitewater and Kali Lake are promised, with plans to inaugurate a Ka walkway and associated upgrades.
A shortened readable note describes rapid transit from a main depot to a canyon, highlighting a scenic Utah route and the construction of an electric line as among the neat projects. The piece notes June activity and promotes a picturesque section through Ogden Valley with emphasis on accessibility to the canyon.
Local fans report no clear races at Glenwood Saucer Track despite conflicting announcements from Salt Lake. A mystery surrounds the failure to hold events, with unclear plans and possible external involvement.
Ginger Createp Bile and Don, two Utah pacing horses, set fast times on the eastern trotting circuit. Brown bought the mares from various owners, raced them on half-mile tracks, and claimed world record pace for Ginger in 3:08 2. Don posted 2:08 24. The trainer expects both to win major prizes across multiple meets.
Notice from Weber County Utah directing the County Commissioners to receive bids by July 3, 1903 for books banks and stationery and for county reports and advertisements for the year starting July 1, 1903. Bids must itemize prices and be bondable for faithful performance with Board of County Commissioners reserving right to accept or reject any bid. Order by County Clerk B. 4. DYT. Orden, June 38, 1909 Law publication July 3rd, 1909.
Military detachments led by Captains Nyram Thores and Anderson report success against Jiki a band of Moros in the Manila area. Dozens of insurgents killed or captured over thirty days, with ongoing pursuit of ringleaders.
Fragmentary report describes a tiny workshop where marks indicating numbers of Arona are found. A unique mechanism or process inspired by a mare’s measurement scheme is implied, with emphasis on practical testing and careful observation.
A fragmentary OCR item references a seaman and driving tasks with unclear names and actions. It suggests a comparison or plan involving Vornado and Sith related to work but lacks full context or identifiable details to confirm persons, places, or outcomes.
An abbreviated Salt Lake City note reports a streetcar collision near West North Temple Street injuring Marguerite Larson, 17, daughter of Oscar and Joseph Larson, cornice workers. A milk wagon then approached as a rail train passed, leading to a fatal outcome. Authorities confirm death and describe rapid medical efforts and investigations.
Samuel Kearns of American Fork was found unconscious and severely injured alongside the Balt Lake Route tracks. Police investigators weigh whether he was assaulted or robbed and laid on the rail, or if a fall or intoxication caused the injuries, with no clear motive or suspect identified.
A private detective prevents a fatal gas explosion in Lake area by grabbing a burning can and shielding a child as flames cascade from a stove. Rescue efforts save a girl and lead to a dramatic display of courage amid a gas fire on an upper porch. The incident triggers alarm and prompts a search through adjacent streets as responders intervene to control the blaze and aid those nearby.
In their third year, Winesap and Clark apple trees show healthy growth. Orchard rows between ti la appear to remain vigorous with no detriment to the trees.
The article reports on Southern Utah coal measures and prospects. Mr. Ford, visiting from Cedar City, touts promising crops and fruit yields, discusses coal veins in Harmony and other districts, and notes mining activity near St. George and Sigurd with plans for development and railroad access.
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