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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1906
Page
3
A dispatch from Santo Domingo reports an uprising at Macoris where prisoners were freed and the rebels withdrew. The event is described as signaling that no American interests are endangered. A separate note from Budapest cites Francis Xowsath denying rumors of a larger crisis.
A garbled collection of names places and events appears, with mention of the Tian gathering, Mrs Strese, John Misch, WEA Pier, and various dated items. It hints at social notices dances, weddings, sales, and local announcements, though many details are obscured.
Reports from Halangtan relay widespread flooding along the Tai Nang Hao river. Towns submerged, homes wrecked, and major walls burned as floods devastate the region. Japanese consul notes heavy casualties while transport lines struggle to resume. Authorities fear famine may follow if relief mines can be opened soon.
A major blaze damaged the Brewer Building, severely affecting the Implement Company and Bartod Implement. Damages were estimated between 15,000 and 20,000 dollars with insurance of 19,600. The Burtons say they will rebuild and invest in their business, while other tenants shift to temporary accommodations. A source cites origin near Elite establishment, but investigations found no conclusive cause.
Oklahoma City reports a double murder tied to a robbery and lynching in Chickasaw Nation territory near Mountaineers two weeks ago. The assailants demanded food, a gun was shown, a nearby home was broken into, a woman’s locket valued at 700 dollars was taken, and the suspected killer was shot by vigilantes after capture.
Wiregardin reports the general assembly of the Southern Presbyterian Church addressing charges of heresy against Tr. William C Caldwell of York Worth. The case, described as lengthy, continues with further discussions slated for tomorrow and promises to extend beyond previous expectations.
In a probate case administrator of Knit Carstensen’s estate sues A D Carstensen for a diamond stud valued at 150 and 200 in cash. The court, facing conflicting testimony and letters, ordered testimony on the estate inventory and distribution decree.
A gambling house on Amiri Street was raided last night, with the proprietor fined 9150 for operating an open establishment. He failed to appear in court this morning as the judge ordered, receiving additional comments on his conduct. Flaherty and A McPherson faced drunkenness charges, with the judge giving brief sentences. Elizabeth Snowball, a long time jail visitor, received a sentence reflecting a habit of intoxication. The article notes admission pricing and a military event ad ending.
A 20 car excursion organized by the Mareliaannes travel group will depart Geden at 9 30 AM for Midjaka over the Lucin ciboft with a rate of 1 unit. It is estimated more than 1 500 persons will take part in this engineering showcase trip and business trip plans are noted for Salt Lake and Ogden officials.
In Onto Colombia Ohio May 24 a conference failed to settle the mining dispute. Johnny Winder leader of the Sunday Greek Coalem pany and Willan H Steren head of Ohio mines resumed operations with many men returning to work. The Winder faction faced opposition from Pinkerton guards and a company army while a Maxim gun was reported at the site.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a court proceeding titled The Mover Case with a motion for change of venue. Names appear garbled but reference Geo A Tawa Co and a firm established in business. The text indicates a familiar party contesting a matter, with unclear details and dates.
Mra iE Staker and neighbors felt three distinct tremors at 2 10 PM in West Weber and surrounding areas. A bowl on a porch moved, a person feared falling into a canal, and bystanders reported dizziness and widespread excitement as others felt the tremors.
In Salt Lake and Ogden Railway Co v Browning and Jones, Judge Howell grants the company an occupancy order for the right of way to the canyon mouth but denies condemning other land to alter Ogden River’s channel. The ruling says changing a watercourse for rail needs is not shown as necessary under eminent domain and that mere construction cost increases do not justify such power. Even if public use were clear, the court lacks jurisdiction to modify a watercourse on condemned land.
Poles for the Canyon Line have arrived and are being placed. Eccles Road will see operation soon as rail work nears completion. A mile and a quarter completed, three quarters more to go. regular city schedule mapped with forty minute trips. Sundays see extra cars for canyon visitors. Norway poet Henrik Ibsen dies at 78. nation mourns as theaters close and memorials planned.
An artist identified as jondog was murdered in his Bays Wharf residence. The room showed a battered skull and the weapon alleged to be used, with a note naming the perpetrator. The theory suggests intruders entered to access a vault before escaping as Wakely witnessed interference. The scene hints at a planned break in and a struggle for safety while investigators pursue leads.
Higginbotham was robbed in front of the Lincoln hotel as a man with a gun demanded surrender. The robber fled down the street after Higginbotham complied. Police investigated with no arrest made and a search for the suspect continued into the afternoon.
George Wikzan and four others pled guilty to burglary and were sentenced today by Judge Howell to three years in the state prison. Wilson pled guilty to a separate charge of larceny with nine months in the same term, heard in Judge Murphy's court at the Nusrat district courthouse.
In a TMT round fight Gardner defeats O Keefe of Chicago at Lawl in Susa. The match features Keefe pressing early while Gardner steadies and lands decisive blows to secure the victory. The bout ends with Gardner gaining the edge as the crowd watches the closing exchanges.
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