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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1903
Page
4
A jumble of notices reports travel, business listings and events. Mentions Ogden General Hospital surgery, local law matters, shop ads, and community notices. References to Mackay, Castle Gate Coal, Weber County fair, and area businesses fill the fragment. Significant names include John Farr, Lloyd, and J. W. Lewis amid a flood of mixed items.
Regular session in Uintah County with all members present addressed jail improvements bids due April 13. Officials discussed burying pauper remains, repairs to Ogden Livinv railroad crossings, road drainage, bridge protections, and hiring constables. Fred C Nubshotk appointment as donut constable reviewed. residents pushing for water Weston project. state secretary asked to bar certain bill submissions.
Disrupted Northwest League discussions surface in Ogden and Salt Lake as supporters push for a two team league. Proposals discuss funding, schedules, and equitable play while critics warn of instability and delayed season start.
A deputy sheriff and an officer arrested two men in the vicinity of the Bin Grande Western water tank after they were found with several darks of corn in their wagon and ready to drive off. Rail and freight companies report ongoing thefts disturbing supply routes as authorities pursue charges.
In a district court proceeding a claim against Union Pacific Railroad was filed by Walter Cook and his mother as next friend. The suit sought 5000 in damages for alleged negligence after Cook was crushed and mangled in the yards of the railroad. An answer was filed, the case was compromised for 500, and a judgment for that amount was entered. the entire proceeding lasted under fifteen minutes.
Police report a burglary tied to a man named Beekman. Authorities say a Reno, Nevada arrest followed a telegram from a police contact in Ogden. Sheriff Bailey will coordinate further action as the case unfolds.
Quarantined students at the Deaf school show signs of sore throat and related symptoms. Officials note several cases involve blurred vision and sensitivity to light, while others recover with rest. Authorities urge isolation and monitoring to prevent spread during this period.
Local project plans a water pipe system to deliver spring water for cooking and domestic use. Two stockholders oppose, arguing water should prioritize irrigation. proponents claim savings and ample supply for households. Construction aims rapid completion with residential service and distant factory needs in view.
Bids will be received by the Weber County Commission for a furnishings and building project at the county courthouse. bidders must submit a bid bond and a certified check equal to 5 percent of the bid. deadline is May 16, with work expected to begin soon after award. principal bidders include Weber County and the county clerk offices.
A special train from Salt Lake brought many to Goshen for a free lecture on Christian Science by Carol Norton of New York. The Strand Opera House hosted the event as rain fell, with more than a thousand people present. Norton spoke forcefully, highlighting themes of openness and spiritual healing, and the gathering ended with thanks to supporters and the Second Ward choir for help during a family loss.
Railroad notes report changes as Superintendent Hodgi and Frandsen take new positions. The item notes Hodgi moving to a four position role and Frandsen’s status within the railroad staff.
Dr. Mardin reports a day of visible strain after a restless night. A condition described as tense or fragile raises questions about ongoing health and public schedule. No clear outcome or concrete dates are provided in the fragment.
A morning session at the hall of justice followed St Patrick's Day with many petty offenders facing sentencing. Names like Connell, Daly, Ryan, Doyle, and Mulligan appear as patrons. sentences ranged from fines to rock breaking. Other cases include Conley, Ryan, and Duffy with varying penalties or deferrals. A brief note from Texas cites a Kansas railroad timber concession plan amid railway expansion.
A garbled list of real estate transfers or filings appears referencing various parcels by township and range, with numerous names and partial descriptions. The fragment mentions transfers involving Hat 18, townships 5 north and 4 north ranges, and multiple quaters, with parties such as Renstrom, Jim Yolnson, and others, plus miscellaneous lot and block descriptions and a sum like 700 00.
The court set for hearing on Tuesday April 27 1909 at 10 a m in Ogden City Weber County Utah a petition by Ann Sint for distribution to herself of the estate of Gore A Smith deceased The clerk witnessed the seal of the court and the hearing notice was dated March 16 1903 The attorney for petitioner is Slannucky tile turf
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