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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1909
Page
2
A fragment notes a secondelane matter at Ta Peatétree Ogden Utah linked to a Putmas pay act with Sunday exemption. The readable items suggest a formal order or notice in the period, referencing governmental action and local implementation details.
An old rate card lists fictive daily charges per inch for advertising, noting positions near reading areas, with assurances that The Evening Standard offers competitive rates and authenticity. It claims comparisons with other papers and references The Evening Stand ard and printing company claims.
A garbled passage lambasts a railway race over Balt Lake and the tearing down of Ogden and other cities. It references a claim about property interests in Fair Lake City and accuses elites of discriminatory practice and British motives in railroading across regions.
A garbled letter from Mr Darley of the Oregon bart Ling references factorate extract to Ogden and odd customer lines. The text includes unclear quotes about hate, lemus, and a demand for wienerwurst and lemon products, with scattered names and phrases.
The article suggests improved signals in April for diamonds, autos, and similar goods after a weak start to the year. It notes higher import arrivals in April and hints at optimism among workers for better earnings, driven by correspondence from overseas merchants and evolving conditions.
A damaged ad promotes Allen’s Foot Ease pain relief for corns and swollen feet. It claims instant relief from itching burning and sweating and offers a trial package with a free case. The copy urges readers to order now addressing Allen Animated La Ray MY with assurances of cure and comfort.
The excerpt notes worker sentiment and social opinion during a pivotal period. It mentions M Cote and a sense of unity among workers, with references to national currents and institutional circles. The piece signals cautious confidence amid trade dynamics and press discourse.
A tale of a man named Durley kept waiting in an ante room before meeting Dr. Turley of the Oregon Short Line. After a long day, Durley hurried to the Commercial Club to speak with those arranging a daily paper, only to be jolted by a pharmacist’s quip about waking a sleeping figure, revealing the mix up and humor of the scene.
A garbled 19th century segment describes Warley of the East Lake Short Line sending letters to inform Wes and others about promises and miscommunications. A colored gentleman visits, explaining that Missnt and Stgrler are involved in a plan to assist a colored fan, with mixed dialogue about truth and a Lord's Offering. The passage centers on trust and misinterpretation amid racially charged dialogue.
Local readers protest the Oregon Short Line railway for charging two cents more on some routes and for distributing crumbs of paybacks to Ogden and Salt Lake, criticizing fare cuts and favored treatment amid a tense public scene at a G.A.A. event and nearby demonstrations.
Joseph M Carey writes from Cheyenne to MR Insinger praising the irrigation congress for advancing investigations and promoting irrigation enterprises. He argues congressmen should not shirk funding but unite experts and practical workers to conserve water and value desert lands across western states. The letter stresses national importance and needs continued support for water conservation.
A fragmented editorial passage discusses large imagined projects and reforms. It references grand canals and roads, civic patience, and the need for more schools and decent lodging. It mentions a municipal lodging house and addressing tramp issues while aiding the homeless and Roma people.
A Cape Colony report by General Julian G Lay discusses windmill enhancements aimed at boosting water output. The Malcolmers multiplicator attaches to wind pumps to extend stroke, doubling water per act to about 2400 gallons per hour from a 69 foot depth, addressing dry wells as water tables drop across South Africa.
General Forersen Swan Olson reports rapid progress at the Southern Pacific drawing gallery and shop departments. New machinery ordered will arrive in early summer, expanding Ogden’s plant and enabling heavier rebuilding work for unions and rail lines.
Oscar Gorter, a porter living at Twenty first Street and Jackson Avenue, was shot in the thigh by a stray bullet while working at a gravel pit east of the city cemetery. The bullet, fired from the Ogden river area, passed through the fleshy part of the thigh and the man was treated at home. F. M. Drum, a transient seen near the river, was arrested but officers doubt his involvement.
Supreme Court Justice W. G. Hall, of Salt Lake City, died in a sanitarium at Long Beach California after a stroke. He had been visiting California with his wife, daughter, and son. A heart of WEAPON? showed dangerous symptoms Thursday and he was buried at Long Beach. Judge Hall was born in Kentucky and served as a state official.
Jerome, district attorney, was the guest of honor at a dinner where he spoke on ethics and public accountability. The event highlighted concerns over integrity and reform in politics as he defended his record before supporters and critics alike.
Morning services at First Presbyterian Church include Sunday school at 12 15 and worship at 7 with a program featuring excerpts and hymns. Central Park Presbyterian and United Methodist churches list morning worships, Sunday schools, and special music and union services with labor union participation and guest speakers.
Between Twenty-Oth and Twenty sixth streets the Second Congregational Church on Washington Avenue invites all to attend the Adamant Fallen Man Sunday school at 3 45 am. Wednesday evening testimonial meetings are held and reading rooms are open daily from 3 to 5 pm except Sundays and holidays. Headey school meets at 1 pm with Mr Lider. Also preaching at the black service.
Louis Nielson, a resident of Upper Town, drowned in the overflow creek while driving his buggy over a bridge near Pleasant Grove. His buggy went over the edge into a canal and he could not free it, prompting a passerby to fetch help. The water was high as rescuers searched the area. Nielson, born in Scandinavia, left four children.
A boy and a girl, identified through a Clark County witness, were struck and killed by a freight train on the Oregon Short Line railroad between Pocatello and Portneuf. The girl had a dispute with her mother about going to school and reportedly said she would not return home. Their mangled bodies were found several miles north of their home.
Willard Pritt Growers' association notes a weekly meeting and a council debate on placing lights on street corners. Citizens demand lighting on all corners, while the council prefers selective placement. Upcoming events include a county senior track meet at Brishamy and visits by local residents.
Fragmentary text describes officers Murray and Marechal Matra helping arrest a suspect at a location referred to as interlevere after a tense encounter. Mentions a special watchman and reward, with references to Gelwren Whe and writers teas. Report cut at a station plat with uncertain details.
There are now registrars before the local court which Justice Maket will hear today. The three forelenera arrested yesterday and the four who were armed a few days ago face charges of disturbing the peace. In earlier reports these foreigners were called Kireezs, though few Greeks are involved and have not joined the disturbances.
A May filing lists numerous divorce records with names including Olsen, Piriding stem Wilder, Destha McArthur Iron, Charles M McArthur, Dr F A Olsen, Easthope families, Tranker, Mary M Holten, J A Hust, SuGeldrom Witte, Clara Evans, Tillian Tagan, Mille Jones, Lydia Greham, and others. The OCR text shows scattered fragments of parties and spouses with no clear dates beyond May and multiple surnames across different households.
New York May 7 veteran American diplomat John Migelow who served as envoy to France is reported to have departed for Europe amid a climate of strain. He warned that the government’s weak stance threatens postal labor tensions and broader worker unrest across departments, signaling potential upheaval in relief efforts and social order.
A messy historical snippet mentions dancing and fashion amid unclear references. It touches on themes of youth, etiquette, and a French dancing skill, with many garbled names and phrases making the exact events hard to parse.
A garbled OCR fragment references local names and places, mentioning Welty and Mtpourra with scattered phrases about annual targets and plans. Despite the unreadable passage, it hints at a community event or meeting involving local figures and venues, with unclear details remaining.
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