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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1903
Page
3
The article notes a May 18th Wednesday evening program at Dignan's academy with dancing, entertainment, and prizes. Attendees are invited to call for particulars, while the event features a military band and a 16 piece orchestra, admission 25 cents to 240.
An event sequence unfolds at Lester Park with a 6 PM start for a Free Military Promenade and a Grand Ball in the Pavilion. Ford's Orchestra provides music, ladies free entry early, and a variety of attractions are listed alongside local business notices and a court verdict update on a separate Oregon Short Line case.
Grand Court officers met at Grand Hall this evening to hear committee reports and discuss new laws. The session covered officer elections, salaries for Grand Secretary and Grand Treasurer, and minor matters. some positions are to be filled this afternoon. a grand ball was announced for later tonight.
A fire alarm at box 82 summoned the department at 1:40 but extinguished before arrival. The blaze damaged a residence on Jefferson Avenue, owned by Mr. John Reeves, with occupants using buckets to fight it. Property reportedly belonged to Mr. Driver.
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The advertisement promotes two dollar fifty and three dollar shoes for ladies, claiming long experience in shoemaking and distribution, with sourcing from markets in Boston, Rochester, and Geneva to offer the best value at low prices. It emphasizes the sellers' education, reliability, and ability to choose quality footwear for customers.
Multiple arrests reported for disturbing the peace and related offenses during a night of brawls and scuffles. Officers faced resistance as suspects fought, with wounded movements and a gun dislodged revolver incident ensuing. Suspects include George Willis and W. Cleson, among others, with court sessions scheduled to proceed.
Mingin Theinboldt and her parents visited Jesse Rockfellow at the County Jail this morning for a single interview. Rockfellow a 15 charge related to Miss Minnie Theinboldt, with friends saying he may wed the girl he allegedly wronged. He has been in low spirits after his younger brother's death last Saturday and has reportedly agreed to marry, pay the state costs, and return to former duties with Union Payne at Evanston. Clearance papers were sent to Bakovield California. sheriff’s office located him, then Deputy Belap brought him back.
In New York on May 18 Kedward De Rosa aged 14 was crushed to death when a crowd of boys known as The Matt Street Thing charged down the street. He had been sent to buy candy and was struck and trampled while fleeing the rushing group.
Mrs Colgate Tost reported a 425000 pearl necklace stolen April 2 from her husband a banker. Miss HarvieSchade of Lywonton found the gems, later restoring them to Mrs Tost. A jeweler confirmed the pearls genuine and valuable.
The new coyote bounty increases to 18 per scalp, replacing 5 and 7. The change ends per scalp fees after May 1, shifting to one standard rate. State Auditor directed county clerks to withhold extra charges and require proof of post May killings to qualify.
Long catalog of names and addresses in the Portoffice at Ogden Utah listing letters remaining for posting. The May 12 date marks items to be advertised May 13 with instructions to call for any of the listed letters.
In Noclisonville Kentucky the trial of the Copihoiweallhi case against B I dnl Wade McIntosh and others is set for Hopkins Court. Both sides announce themselves. Julian Tudgo of Frankfork appointed by the governor to try the case. The sheriff orders summons for 100 men to form a jury from across the county. About 130 witnesses expected.
Victoria May 18 A Peking dispatch says Tunisia seeks a secret treaty with China asserting Russian dominance while Manchuria is discussed by British and Japanese ministers who sent a joint note to Phnen Ching urging quicker evacuation. The note warns that three governments would not approve any agreement harming their interests in Manchuria.
William H. Jackson, a Republican congressman from Maryland, plans to urge the discontinuance of the postmaster in Quinderquin Somerset County where Andrew Day, a Negro, was recently appointed. Jackson says this would be the first colored postmaster in the state and argues for removal to place a proper person in the office.
Amid stormy seas Conrock reports delays and warnings for the Shams frocks event from Isle of Aran toward Chanel feet, prize under 100. A competition by Stott of Tin pradiets faces a legal stint with a potential 100 days' imprisonment mentioned.
Paria and Vantertilh's Faun contend in the Prix U'tamoine style misprint from The Newmarket area as Plotadinn ridden by Maher wins a Newmarket stakes. In New York a separate report notes Kagat von flimy and a list of wagers and payouts, including $40 and 18s on several entries.
A jury awarded $18,000 to Elizabeth N. Broderick Kane of Plainfield against the Central Railroad of New Jersey for injuries received in the Westfield disaster near Smith Law. The case drew considerable interest as it concerned the railroad accident that left about seventy dead or injured.
Paris May 18 opening of a long distance automobile race from Paris to Madrid 221 kilometers. 58 contestants start from Paris Automobile Club between seven and noon as rain reduces speed tests and weather complicates early stages. The route passes through Spain with several Americans among entrants and many spectators at the Con corde race course in Paris.
A German farming party touring the United States arrived in Ames and visited Towne Agricultural College. They were hosted by Anna Gommner and Meiners, and one member spoke of artful irrigation and new farming methods shown at a Wayne bye event.
A formation filing with The Seerapy Of Slate outlines the purpose of a new corporation. It aims to interest and unite agencies within the United States and international entities. Named individuals and firms from various cities are listed as key players and partners.
Hon. Sydney Fisher, Canada’s agriculture minister, returned from Japan aboard the Empress of India. He oversaw the Canadian exhibit at Osaka and reports potential trade in flour, linger, furniture, and pulp could grow. He was decorated by the Emperor and hosted by him, notes Fisher, while Japan’s war sentiment remains strong though officials expect Russia to abandon Manchuria.
Milwaukee May 13 Jhy Woodmen of the World today elected officers as follows Sovereign adviser A Jaltenburg Danvers sovereign banker Congressmiai Morris Sheppard Texarkana Texas sovereign clerk John T Yates Ont sovereign walehmae Be W Onnapeign escort TE ATA Mississippi sovereign sentry D Bradshaw Little Rock several physicians Drs Ira W Porter and K Floyd Omaha Sovereign Commander Jamies C Root of Omaha holds over four years
Santiago de Chile May 13. Dock workers strike in Valparaiso grows violent with arson at the quay and at South American Steamship offices. Ten killed and 200 injured after clashes with police. Eight thousand troops dispatched to quell the unrest as government rejects compromise.
Prominent witnesses Lois May 1 Senate figures John Merlin of Tey county and former senators James M Rollins and Chaslia Behweickarl of Houston testified before the grand jury probing legislative handling of a measure to defeat repeal of an anti auto tax law. Rollins, whose term expired, authored minerals Willy later tied to corporate interests.
May 1 disturbances loom as the Social Democrats push for a labor rally in Tabor Tay tomorrow. Police warn against provocative actions and hazardous material threats, with officials announcing measures to preserve order during the event.
Report states patient at St Agnew hospital has improved with doctors noting marked progress yesterday. No further details provided about treatment or specific condition.
Reports state a violin claimed to be a Guarnerius was pawned in an American shop. The instrument bears the inscription Joseph Guarnerius Fecit Cremona 1742. Hungarian violinist’s pledge value put at 5000 dollars. Details mention James Beveridge and Mrs Beveridge, with Havemeyer ownership speculation.
On May 10 Oregon Shark Line will sell tickets above fare forty round trips from Osten to points north including Pocatello and intermediate points. Coverage includes Huntington Spencer Ida Salmon City Enet of Pocatello to Montpill ier. Tickets between Ogden and Vocar tello limited 16 days west north and east of Pocatello 30 days.
Reduced eastbound freight rates via Union Pacific are listed with routes through Denver, Cheyenne, Minneapolis, St. Paul, Kansas City, Omaha, and intermediate points. The advisory mentions limited durations from May through September and indicates a ten day return period, with plans for ongoing service and connections to western and midwestern hubs.
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