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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1903
Page
4
Fragmented OCR text shows mixed references to individuals, businesses, and events. Mentions include Harold and Melba figures, names linked to Ogden, mechanical trades, a charity dance by the Order of Washington, and a real estate ad. Several lines list local stores, auctions, and burglar trial notes, with scattered references to a May event and a burglary case.
The column reports a surge of travelers heading west by rail, naming agents and officials in Chicago and Ogden. It notes plans to continue low fares since February with a seasonal travel spike and mentions colonists arriving to California aboard the Santa Fe.
Articles of incorporation for the ann ate Minivee and Milling company were filed with County Clerk C. J. Tallings to establish a firm owning land near Park Newt Canyon between Poeulyllo and McCammon. Capital stock listed as 9,350,000 shares at par value with officers including Pavierson president C. O. Peiller vice president T. Perklive secretary James Kinney treasurer FW. Mozenett Jol Coyle Albert Hodgins. G. O. Johns named incorporator. principal place of business Ogden.
A federal Salt Lake City jury returned a verdict for Glyod against the Southern Pacific Railroad for 85 875 shriapes. Glyod, a brakeman, claimed an injury to his right arm from a metal object during service. The case had been in the circuit and trial court for days with Marshall for the company and Judge W. Le Miginnis presiding.
The legislative chief clerk, H. Thywell, announces removal of 60 mail clerks from the Southern Pacific line with 99 to move to California. Sixty remaining in Ogden will staff routes to Reno and Wagon, while a free desk force remains. Households to be moved and shipment rules set by May 3.
A fire in North Portland on May 1 caused extensive damage to waterfront property valued around 210000 dollars. Insurance coverage about 60000 dollars was reported. The Western Lumber Company and its services were mentioned, with emphasis on the smaller mill that burned.
A fire in West Point Virginia damaged two blocks of buildings near the York River terminal of the Southern railway. It spread rapidly before a Richmond volunteer unit arrived to halt it. Authorities estimated losses around 125000 dollars and feared the terminal hotel and Beach Park structures might burn. the seaside resort group was saved.
San Francisco on May 1 reports the death of promoter Hedges in Brews City as heart failure. A coroner’s inquiry found he entered his bath and was overcome by heat and water, his son Larry finding him unresponsive before rushing him to bed where he died. A telegram from Sioux City suggested death by asphyxia.
Manager Binford scans the country for new material. He has telegraphed for outfielders and infielders from Cal rain and Selavlor Neb, with offers of transportation. He also pursues Henry Ivorguin, a former Kimberlin Lipson shortstop, signaling a possible rejuvenation of the Ogden club.
Miss Lulu Buckle daughter of Councilman John T Buckle of Salt Lake and Parley C Richardson of Plain City obtained a marriage license in Ogden. The ceremony was postponed after Buckle telephoned his daughter and the wedding was initially delayed while her father reviewed the plan. As of this report the couple had not wed and a Salt Lake ceremony seemed likely later.
The defense Allison Villan and Charles Stoufs filed an answer denying plaintiff claims. It alleges Byron Moyer, a guard, was injured while operating a clay crusher and that he placed his arm into the machinery. The suit contends the injury occurred while he wore clothing caught by the machine, with a signal bell and plungers contributing to the accident.
A May 1 item from Pringeton Indiana notes a Navy frost in southern Indiana causing fruit and garden damage. It lists historical figures deemed bachelors, including Beethoven, Bach, Brahms, and others, alongside scholars and inventors from various eras.
In a fragmented report from Solon Moy L Eighty coven bars, a disturbance arises with a front rate at the Hoighton aquarium. A costly price is offered for items while wagers are placed on outcomes. The text mentions a five mile spread and reductions near Hy with references to Weedon and Cinw with unclear names.
Louis May 1 report speaks of a tense scene at a city venue where Leon Sanders and Tashad Johnson are tied up in a dispute over seating and access. The exchange centers on jealousy over space and recognition, with Ke Kaaten and Shaslers noted in passing as involved figures. The Maykyne team is mentioned as prevailing in a separate ME gear event.
Nevlin May 1 The Reichstag passed a labor bill expanding social insurance from thirteen to thirty six weeks and amending key worker laws. Debates grew into a broader campaign on universal suffrage with Socialist and Conservative factions staking out strict positions. President von Hollen warned the assembly of fragile times as the chamber released a twenty page summary of its work amid partisan tensions. Reports from Satla and nearby frontier clashes in Widyouchy added to a day tense with security concerns.
A sporting nobleman once pledged to ride a pony from the great hall to the roof and back at a London mansion. The feat required steady nerves and persuasion, and the stunt was completed though collateral damage to the tapestry climbed toward a $1,000 payout by the winner.
A garbled report recalls a stranger addressing an officer at a crossing. The sentence trails into disjointed phrases and names, leaving the exact event unclear but implying a disruption or inquiry near a crossing and a possible shout or plea.
A May 19 19th century style notice bans sale of matches in New York city with penalties for violations. It warns that retail dealers must enforce the ordinance and avoid selling to minors, with an 85 fine for violations.
Crowds overwhelmed St Louis street car lines during a major event, leaving thousands unable to board after the Coral Duh night. Officials faced transportation shortages as service was stretched beyond capacity, with lines repeatedly failing to meet demand and delays extending for hours.
An official program for Tulerantiom Day in New York was disrupted by a fatal accident. Tulerantiom Day ceremonies included the forei... building dedication when Joyce Walls Champney fell from a fourth floor shaft. Gov Yates and local officials express mourning as investigations begin.
The Taitroad Topeka Kansas May event opened at noon with many attendees but the planned speeches faced disruption as key speakers failed to appear. George B. Yoilga of New York and Dr. Lenis led the event with remarks as officials attempted to proceed despite the hiccups.
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