Ogden Standard Publishes In Daily Utah Post
The Standard Publishing Co issues the Ogden Utah edition of its daily paper after an act of government. Readers see local coverage from Ogden with standard notices and regional news as published.
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1908
Page
2
The Standard Publishing Co issues the Ogden Utah edition of its daily paper after an act of government. Readers see local coverage from Ogden with standard notices and regional news as published.
The Evening Standard announces advertising rates dated 1908 covering placard space per inch, special positions, and top of column charges. It notes lower page rates, special contracts, and claims to be the cheapest Utah advertising paper with substantial bonafide subscribers.
A fragmentary account discusses how ancient pyramids might have been built with embankments and rollers to raise stone courses. The text posits long slopes and timed removal of the outer embankment as key steps, suggesting immense labor for the monumental construction.
An incoherent Continental era article describes despondency over a proposed government note withdrawal, claiming a 20 million dollar public debt and a May redemption deadline. It cites panic, unwieldy currency, and a looming banking disruption, warning of broader economic strain and potential market instability.
The Ogden ministers push an interfaith labor unity plea as the Utah Federation welcomes Rev McCreery of Ogden Way as a representative. Alderman Aderkin notes the visit and the association’s aim, while others express support for labor reform and orderly action within the state law and ministerial duties.
Report describes efforts to foster understanding between organized church factions and unions in Utah. It cites Ogden leaders arranging rituals and a planned festival to mark a turning point, while tempering fears of intergroup confrontation and urging unity among ministers and adherents.
The Salt Lake World and Utah press are central to a bribery probe involving Democratic and Republican figures. McCann testified Anchorage McCune offered support for a campaign, aiming to muzzle rivals. The alleged plot targeted a Salt Lake newspaper known for strong editorials.
The article discusses ambitious eastern and western railroad proposals entering Ogden via Ogden Canyon and Utah, with mentions of the Union Pacific, Western Pacific, and routes toward Salt Lake City, Winnemucca, and Beckwith, highlighting Ogden as a rail hub faced with competing line ambitions and extended corridor plans. It notes to bolster Ogden as a distribution center, attracting several grand projects despite doubts about feasibility.
The article surveys labour tensions in New South Wales with calls for compulsory arbitration and new tribunals to resolve disputes. It notes past failures of court actions, rising labour activism, and a government push to balance employer and employee rights while preventing lockouts and strikes through a revamped legal framework.
The article analyzes Democratic sentiment around Bryan and Gray with focus on Delaware and the northeastern states. It notes Judge Gray as a potential key figure, contrasts him with Roosevelt appointee liberal standards, and cites vote differentials between Gray and Minnesota Governor Johnson in the region.
District attorney Vernon and Warden Croniar consult on infractions of state fish and game laws in Ogden Valley. Barker of Huntsville faces charges for diverting streams and obstructing public waters to aid fish propagation. Pretrial surveys and neighbor actions over old creek channels reveal ponds built from abandoned channels, drawing testimony for the state case.
Citizens in the Ogden valley question private fish ponds and hatcheries on the Alder River channel under local law. The Yerker case tests the issue and will be decided after court review, drawing unusual interest from residents.
A critique argues Maple Flake at 15 cents costs more in time and effort than the 10 cent variant. It details a lengthy preparation process, including cream addition, steaming, curing, and flaking to extract starch. The piece claims the extra labor and cooking wash out savings and reduce nourishment.
A wave of arrests marked yesterday as Ogden officers rounded up a young woman on vagrancy charges and released her after a promise of better behavior. A local man offered bail but failed to secure her release, while the girl’s mother pleaded for mercy. The report notes rising arrests of women and hints at less leniency in the future amid ongoing newspaper scrutiny.
Reports from Utah wool growers describe a planned meeting to discuss storage and selling strategies after a season of low prices. Delegates led by John F. Austin and others traveled to arrange sales, with forecasts of a market shift in the coming week.
Five Easter houses plot to push down wool prices to about ten cents a pound in the West to cover last year’s purchase. Eastern bankers reportedly ready to advance 10 to 60 percent on current market values, enabling local growers to meet winter obligations. The meeting Saturday will discuss these plans and a large Utah shipment to Boston warehouses is expected.
The report recounts Abraham Ruef being accused in a bribery scheme with Parkside Realty’s Gus Undsen. Principal witness Umben faced questions about dates and amounts tied to an $18,000 payment to influence the board of supervisors. Umben repeatedly claimed memory gaps but later confirmed timing and purpose.
San Francisco May today the Ball Lake High cadets paraded with Admiral Evans and Governor as salutes rang out. The cadets, proud and neat, escorted by Mayor Taylor, moved in formation before hotels as crowds cheered. Grandfather Captain William Hooper led cheers while cadets sang and waved to the admired naval party.
In May 7 era details, a garbled report mentions two Japanese boys and a local group. Despite unclear wording, the piece hints at a high school or community event with national or ethnic notes. Names and places are partially obscured, leaving uncertain specifics.
The piece notes Chung and Toga, two Japanese boys in a battalion, gaining both friends and some enemies in San Francisco and Ban Frocefury. It describes admiration from fellows, obedience by the white comrades, and the influence of Japanese supporters in Salt Lake. Some locals object to any concession to the Orient, while Chung and Toga’s sons are praised as steady, capable soldiers.
Reported progress on ending the telephone war suggests a referendum may be needed if an agreement was reached. Montane and Montana Bell entities weigh actions as officials in Baltimore Lake await clearer word amid tense negotiations. In New York, lawyer Edward Beetman faced charges for allegedly attempting extortion from F. Anguistis Helinsky.
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