02 May 1903
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1903
Page
1
Readable fragments recount adventures of a boy named Knightall and other youths in pursuit of thieves, pirate myths, and daring escapes. The piece weaves nautical wanderings with police, workhouse fate, and sensational escapades across Glasgow, New York, and Dundee, mixing crime, invention, and urban thrills.
May reports out of Park Lily recall a string of bank forgery and bad checks across the region. The unnamed suspect, described as unarmed, reportedly fled after a confrontation, while authorities pursue a forged note case involving a Mount Mont individual and accomplices.
In San Traneigen California a soldier bravely prevented a major blaze aboard a vessel preparing to sail for the Philippines. A drum of gasoline ignited and burned merrily. sailors failed to extinguish it until the soldier seized the blazing drum and cast it into the bay.
A U S Consul Neader cable from Canton states that about 149 miles from Canton American engineers were not attacked by Chinese and are safe. The message notes a threat near Lie point of trouble and mentions Chogum Hoot Gullag wan sent to Gunter.
D M Clemean of the Cornease Steel company buys the Pittsburg High Mount residence for 208000 dollars. Mrs Behswab previously paid 259000 for the property and invested heavily in improvements over four years. United States Steel Corp president CoML Sebwab referenced in relation to the deal.
York May 2 Engagement announced for Miss Gladys Crocker of California family to Mr Powers Gouintard of London. Miss Crocker, daughter of Mrs Mackson Gouraud, formerly Mrs Crocker, inherits a fortune from an eminent forebear.
Dull trading marked the New York stock market amid weak demand and price restraint. Weather and tax policy affected prices while copper and silver markets fluctuated. a planned transfer of land for Utah state building exhibits at the expo was announced, with Governor Wally confirming the site selection and a party to tour the grounds.
Mey Y-Iarl Ravnow a sophomore at the Agricultural College in Corvallis died yesterday from injuries after an accident involving a lift winch and a limb pin. Witnesses described a mishap during burial duties leading to a fatal wound. A memorial service is planned in Pittsburg after the funeral.
Reports from Aurion Canadian and Geko Mining detail a deadly slide at the Yurle mountain mine near Vronk New York. Seventy men are believed trapped and two initially feared dead but later survivors show most workers unharmed. Damaged cottages and outbuildings surround the site while the mine camp remains intact and operations may resume soon.
San Francisco May 2 The union agents and officials report a longtime Pacific Emrt agent Lucile trailmnd known along the coast is missing from his office yesterday. Police and colleagues say several people paid for tickets and checks were used to substantiate statements. General Passenger Agent D W Hitchcock announced that Vice was short in his accounts and an order for a ticket was signed and he was taken to the office to retrieve funds. Investigations focus on who authorized ticket orders and the missing funds.
Indianapolis May 2 Refuw Can reli king of the ghouls and other band members were sentenced to imprisonment ranging from ten years. The case centered on grave robberies tied to Rufus Cantrell and his followers, who were implicated in the Indianapolis grave robbing sensation that shook the nation for months. Cantrell and his group faced prosecutions as investigators pursued charges from the Yopal investigations.
A flood of endorsements from public figures including Almont Hathey, Mark Dunnell, and others tout Pe-ru-Na as effective for catarrh and related ailments. Letters claim relief for colds, nervous debility, and digestive issues, praising its tonic and curative properties and urging readers to try it.
Fragmentary OCR text alleges illicit body stealing and alleged police knowledge and connivance in a city east of the Mississippi. It mentions supplying ashes for medical colleges and a web of officials aware of the activities. The passage lacks clear names or dates.
Rawlin and Wye reports May 1 note snow and cold weather easing. Forecaster warns of cold snaps and favorable war conditions in eastern counties. Autotona band activity reported in several bands with shifting conditions through the region.
Reports from Arica describe a violent fall wind storm hitting the city at 10 00 pm with gusts up to a second, stronger wind later. Streets were uprooted, fires feared, and clouds of dust darkened the sky as residents sought safety and businesses closed.
Fragmented OCR text touts a "Guaranteed Cure for Piles" with claims of no cure no pay and a one guaranteed refund if not effective after six days. It reads like a patent medicine promotion with vague endorsements and dubious testimonials.
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