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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1908
Page
4
New York hears testimony as Senator Thomas C. Platt is wheeled into the grand jury room to face questions linked to Mae C. Wand’s alleged perjury and a disputed divorce case. Edward Toland and Edward Hateley are named among witnesses, with Hateley’s evidence cited as key to the affair’s developments.
Tier notes that blanks not printed until three months after the due date Miss Wood claims she was married no action taken by grand jury more witnesses will be examined tomorrow to continue the testimony in the matrimonial matter
New York racing eyes the final days of Sheepshead Bay and the Advance and Commonwealth handicaps with Keen interest. Owners report Keene’s two colts Ally and Call are resting after recent campaigns while Celty and Celt look to be fit for upcoming events. Keene entries include five horses in today’s card with notable contenders in the one mile and a sixteenth and the one and a quarter mile races.
Dispatches from Mexico City describe Genaro Villar assuming command in the Held, with reports of federal forces probing to the north. Officials in Chihuahua deny large revolts while private telegrams in the U S warn of untrustworthy rumors. Taft aide Frank Hitchcock travels to Chicago with negotiations pending on the national chairmanship as Taft plans a Woodrow conference.
Washington reports Taft kept official duties and policy meetings despite intense heat. He met a Republican delegation including Henry Cabot Lodge and Arthur T. Mary to discuss party leadership and the next national chairman. Taft authorized Woryd to travel to Washington for further talks next Wednesday.
Philadelphia police announce a planned sensational murder case surrounding Dr William Wilson who died after drinking a poisoned ale. The investigation links a typed letter from Peter Achimm Brewing Co to the physician and a mysterious poison discovered in his system. Authorities probe motive amid sensational local interest.
A banker named Winta, age 29, died of pneumonia after a bout with illness. The obituary notes he was connected with prominent figures and tied to western cities, with associations in Denver, Salt Lake City, and other locales. The report mentions his prominence and ties to several banks and trade groups.
Fragmentary OCR fragment from Pepperatown New York hints at a report on a medical condition or treatment involving oxygen administration. The readable bits reference Hien Potter and a possible clinical or municipal context with unclear surrounding text.
A Utah man known as a "divine healer" faces manslaughter allegations after two of his young children died from diphtheria. Investigators say he failed to seek medical care, while an undertaker reported the case after a failed coffin purchase attempt. The suspect reportedly admitted intent to bury the children in his yard.
Chicago officials announce a calmer Fourth of July with police and fire departments ready to curb fireworks noise and danger. Strict enforcement of explosive sales rules will limit cannons and explosions, and celebrations are restricted to parks and vacant lots away from hospitals. Extra patrols will guard hospitals and sensitive areas.
President Davila orders Francis G. Bailey and Albert Whalley to be turned over to New York Police Lieutenant Beery. The Honduran government seeks to surrender Buller, Huerta Cortes, and others for conspiracy to use U S mails to defraud. The Goldsboro steamer and cargo to be delivered to Albert & Greeley, former U S vice consul, who declines responsibility. The Atlantida is named vessel after sailing from New York.
Cleveland topped the 45th annual National Historical spelling event with 38,000 points, as New Orleans placed third and other cities including Cleveland, Pittsburgh, and Baltimore vied for top honors. About 60,000 teachers attended across the gathering at the grand arena, where 15 contestants from regions including Glove Land and Exlo competed in the written test and oral round.
A newly deployed triple turbine vessel arrived at the port, with outbound calls noted at Yakohetta on the 16th and Hanolala on the 24th. The record lists the ship as Ban Fronelade and mentions itineraries from Iouolite with intermediate stops and dates, though several names appear garbled.
The Tenyo Maryle measures 75 feet in length with a beam of 42 feet 8 inches and a draft of 24 feet. It displaces 24,000 tons and carries a cargo capacity of 8,000 tons, with accommodations for 1,129 passengers in cabin and steerage. The passage references connections between MhAL port and Gan Proaekeco and notes a figure of 7,000 tong.
San Angeles June 29 Walving ile Tigbllo extradition denied Tom D Multell known pretender dubbed king of produce Title recounts Mulhall’s criminal career beginning in Chicago under M J Multiall. He allegedly ran commissions, operated like Merchant Co in Dullyer and Cambridge Grocery in Cambridge Naum. Indicted for fraud in Dayton and Minneapolis cases, he fled after alleged butter and goods thefts. The report traces his alleged ventures across cities including New York and Minneapolis and notes his latest hotel ties in Ventre.
The Torreon Enterprise reports a feared invasion from Viesca toward Torreon with attacks on Senor Tomas Zee Luche Jefe’s business and the killing of a head clerk. Rioters reportedly included a leader named Thuy Matamoros, and clashes occurred at Matamoros. Citizens held a meeting to fund and form a home guard. A railway bridge fire near Matamoros and another burn occurred in the morning.
Cleveland dispatch reports Congressman James Sherman, Republican from Townee, arrived in Cleveland for a vice-presidential view. He described a restful night and woke in good spirits, noting the surroundings and recent reception as favorable for his campaign plans.
Public and press will be excluded during the trial of Bertin and Eulenberg over alleged perjury and conspiracy tied to last summer's round table actions. The judge ruled the courtroom closed to conclude proceedings, with Count Kuno You Maltin and other officials among witnesses as a two week trial looms.
A wireless telegraph report from Sahin Island notes the Atlantic battleship fleet near Sandy Hook. Two security officials left the port yesterday afternoon for the first leg to Honolulu. The Kan tusky battleship arrived yesterday and is now in manowar royal. Other ships slated to depart include the Arethusa and Ajax. Glnotor refrigerator and Chigoa supply ships are mentioned in transit.
A garbled report centers on Fola La Follette and a political actor named Benatar Lat Follett. It hints at Follette’s public energy and a controversy over political influence, with mention of a possible acting career and a planned public appearance in New York. The text is fragmented but suggests debate over her role and influence while noting family ties and public expectations.
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