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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 13, 1908
Page
7
New York March 15 reports that Union Pacific directors favor declaring a regular dividend. B A Therbman would recommend it, while it is unclear if consumers approve the new plan. Questions loom over 10 006 000 in hot money authorized by the railroad.
Fragment shows a discussion of converting alcohol from natural gas through a heated mixture and oxidation. It cites a Dr. Blackhat and a Ms. Beaconee Chickmore, alleging a process that yields significant quantities of alcohol, with claims of temperature and gas conditions influencing decomposition and combustion rates.
A chaotic clipping reports on court actions and civic notices in Ogden including a forgery charge and a bail set at 500 dollars. It mentions an attorney’s attempt to delay arraignment, a bankruptcy case against A W Putnam, and various health and business ads with court and municipal references.
A jumble of notices from Utah papers lists debts, guardianships, household needs, and societal events. Items mention probate, a widow and children distribution, a nanny position, a court judgment, and Catholic council activities. Funeral and memorial details for local residents are included with local address notes.
Weber club invites teachers and leaders to a gathering at Weber rooms tomorrow afternoon to discuss a Chautauqua event in Ogden canyon. They seek strong attendance to support plans and decide on seating and arrangements for the upcoming program.
Teal estate transfers recorded in the County Recorder office show Lot 41 Block 5 Central Part addition with $8,470.81 as consideration from Allan B. Holes and others to Charley J. Humaptvin. The text also mentions The Lerrymen Draymen and Arrives in a Highland Australia gathering with Mr. CarHare! association and a governor wares event and overtime details for the year.
Fire devastation compounds chaos as a landlord and a child’s actions ignite a blaze, while Salt Lake City residents prepare for a critical May 1 election. Officials at the University of Utah grant tours as voting plans unfold and a teacher retirement fund is debated by the school board.
In Ball Lake on May 12 a party from Western Unlog Trave arrived to inspect underground conduit connections of the company, with officials J. Me Kissol and J. R. Davy of Chicago and TL. Mehead of Denver. Also in Idaho Prencello, a man aged 15, Mr Ws o Kastatin, died at a hospital, reportedly after the husband struck by a gem at home. The report notes community reactions and ongoing arrangements for the funeral and related events.
An advertisement extols Dr Price's Wheat Flake Celery Food claiming it preserves a fresh complexion through a healthy skin and blood. It emphasizes whole grain wheat with celery and minerals like phosphates to aid pure blood and prevent constipation.
By Hendrion Washington May 10 A Scottish born farmer turned statesman James Wilson is appointed Secretary of Agriculture in Washington. He has long served in Iowa State University and the US Congress, directing farm improvement efforts and agricultural education. He will oversee new agricultural studies and bureaus in the capital.
A man wearing a white hood and ankle-length collar was seen pushing a baby carriage through a busy street area. The scene drew attention as observers noted his distinctive attire and the public display sparked questions about identity and the event surrounding his walk around the world.
In Pittsburg, Pa, Mr and Mrs Smith, separated for nineteen years, were found living apart in different towns until a chance meeting in Johnstown led to a reconciliation. Thomas Smith, who had left to serve in the war and later taught, returned with his wife to his home, where she learned he still cared, and they prepared to resume life together after years apart.
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