26 May 1906
Page 1
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 12 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1906
Page
1
Mrs Dr T Pierce of Woburn Massachusetts extols Duffys Pure Malt Whiskey as a pure tonic stimulant and health builder after years as a medical practitioner. She notes her 46th birthday, praises the product, and mentions its use for weakened systems amid a long career.
A lengthy narrative scene unfolds in a London drawing room where Doreen Mortington and Lady Jettin move through social rituals after the mother’s death. The young women discuss duty, class constraints, and romantic entanglements as others react with propriety, jealousy, and hints of scandal. The dialogue reveals power dynamics, arrivals, and the looming sense of inheritance and control within the aristocratic circle.
A fragmented report describes the Ven Somera show where a lion tamer endures a frightening scare on stage as performances continue. The piece notes audience reactions and hints at tensions between performers and management amid ongoing acts.
In Salt Lake City a dispute involves Lake Incat, a legal representative N.V. Jones claiming ownership of property on Brat Night South Street. Court proceedings recount threats, attempts at possession, and statements by attorney Cutright about force. Earlier, an arrest regarding assault was noted, with testimony about distrust and potential violence, while a separate divorce case involving H. Vos and M. Voss reports alleged jealousy and a confrontation.
Grace Howarth of 16 Commercial Street Kelent was found to have swallowed carbolic acid in a suicide bid at dawn yesterday. She was saved by Dr Benedict and police, with the 22 year old later progressing favorably under treatment at Brun’s Hospital after being restrained from further harm.
A dated open letter from Willico Monlega of Ste. Laywarde endorses William D. Haywood, miner union officer, praising his honesty, industrious conduct, and community service during long residency in Nevada. The communion of residents and officials expresses support and high regard in a public testimonial signed by many.
May 26 marked the end of a painters union strike as four employers agreed to meet the workers demands. The men were promised back to work by Sunday or Monday with a half day Saturday. Union members faced forfeiture penalties previously discussed as part of a settlement.
Barnard college students present a lively faculty roast in a light show called Barnardesin. Senior girls perform with juniors sophomores and freshmen in a chorus led by Dr Nehuma Murray Untier and supervised by Grownes F A Goelze. The production features humorous choruses and a playful onstage troupe in brown skirts and white waistlines.
District Attorney action aims to void city election franchises for Denver Streetcar and Electric companies. John Z. Molbrock, secretary of the Coalition Securities, alleges fraudulent votes counted for the franchises and that the results were misstated by about 500 votes. Four additional suits, including quo warranto and injunctions, are planned against the two corporations, with more to follow next week.
Washington reports a careful study of American British claim goals and potential direct talks to settle claims without treaty machinery. Negotiators weigh a settlement that could bind Congress and Parliament, citing the Gearing case and recent Canadian actions as obstacles and urging negotiated cash terms to resolve losses.
An old testimonial from Maggie Daybla of Lit Roos Ark extols Peruana as a household remedy restoring strength and health after years of decline. A Brooklyn reader claims long relief after trying various tonics and a recommended amended formula. The notice highlights claims of cure and offers to share results with readers seeking relief.
In a crowded scene at the cantre lounge Margorie and Nella discuss guests including Mrs Worthington and Lady Mounden. The gathering centers on social tensions around the host and a hint of a traced past as Indy Mika Hilza Parkinson observes, with introductions to Mrs Barkiee and Mrs Worthington amid hints of a London circle.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.