20 May 1909
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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 20, 1909
Page
1
A scanned ad-like fragment discusses Quaker Oats Griddle Cakes with odd wording but preserves a recipe idea. It mentions ingredients and process hints, including uncooked measurements and simple steps for batter preparation and cooking, reflecting a historic cereal product promotion.
Report traces a fire at the Temporary Laundry building blamed on a large tangled pile of chewed garments and comments by drivers about the workers. Customers question how the laundry will recover while staff insist a non-Chinese crew did the work and prevented further loss.
Fragmented text references catarrh treatment and medical notes with unclear details. mentions care, honesty, speed, the day, and a remedy product or brand, but the exact event or context is obscured.
A behind the scenes look at early 20th century wrestling abroad. The article follows Tom Cannon and Anton Peri as they travel from Calcutta toward inland India seeking a world title match. It contrasts native Indian grapplers with Western challengers and weighs the prospects of an Orient-based champion emerging to claim the belt.
Philadelphia defeats Chicago 4 to 2 as Meulbach struggles in a wild game. Beare and others fail to support him while Philadelphia secures the win. Meanwhile New York crushes Cleveland 18 to 3 with several standout performances. Boston loses to St Louis 6 to 2 ending the series.
In a rough Pacific Coast League game San Angeles edged Portland 3 to 2 as errors and misplays marked the affair. The contest unfolded with misfielded balls and stray throws, shaping a close seventh inning before the final out sealed the win for San Angeles.
San Francisco tallies heavily due to Vernon displays while Henley belts a deep eighth inning drive at the local grounds. Brackenridge and Rigkel contribute key plays in the lopsided game, with Sacramento defeating Oakland 7 to 3 in another late May matchup.
Boston won the first game of the series in Chicago by a late ninth inning, with strong pitching and late hits. Chicago starter Floras had a rough outing and the offense struggled against Boston relief.
European boxing scene described as a gold mine for American fighters with names like Ferguson and Jeannette linked to France bouts. Article notes late May 24 assignment, Langford prospects in England, and a bustling transatlantic boxing year amid claims of strong American and British contenders. A public notice section on an election for a state capital fund levy is included.
Archibald given indefinite ban after allegedly using the whip and grabbing Cooney Nef’s bridle to impede Lady Quality and Cooney Nef in a selling race. Judge Andy Blum condemned the act as one of the worst offences, signaling a likely end to Archibald’s riding days.
Several events begin the meet as Hortog bought Red Cat for his wife. Mrs Tierton, a leading equestrian, eyes Ted Dallap as top rider. Lord Fierfn may compete in the running class after strong workouts. Cebrata Foteee, famed Pettier ton track man, passes through en route to his son inbar. The feature is the Bylran Park Cup at one mile for four year olds and up. Park management supports the event with a grand Horseman's Night show and a large hall for guests.
May 19 Havana reports the visit of Secretary of War Jacob E Dickinson to Havana was cut short due to his medical condition. The party arrived aboard the yacht Mayflower and intended to remain longer in a warm climate but mounting illness and fever prompted immediate travel. Dickinson suffers from a vesical stone and inflammation, with doctors advising against extended stay.
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