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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1906
Page
8
In a Senate session the bid to add 217000 yearly to support the Delaware Steamship Company, running between San Francisco and other ports, faltered. Sen Patier pressed Perkins on delaying passage, and Perkins cited hopeful sentiment as the cause of the setback amid party disagreements.
The notice describes stove castings and repairs after a fire, with a phone contact for patrons. It also mentions railroad developments around Coos Bay, Spreckels interests, and potential routes by Southern Pacific and Santa Fe, noting uncertainties and a lack of confirmation from General Manager J P Grien.
The Weber Stake Academy held graduation exercises with speeches by Apostles Hyrum M. Smith and George A. Smith, presenting diplomas to four graduation classes. The ceremony featured music by the academy band, a choir, and a reception of notable speakers, followed by performances and plans for Memorial Day activities in Brigham.
A fragment advert mocks ailments from constipation to bilious headaches and malaria, praising California prune wafers as a universal tonic. It touts 100 wafers for 25 cents and claims these wafers cure digestive issues and regulate bowels for men, women, and children.
News notes a tentative unification between centary and socialist factions amid Reich politics. It references Prince Hohenzollern Langennburg and key figures like Von Bülow, with changes in colonial ministry plans and internal government alignments. Public notices hint at broader political maneuvering impacting appointments and fiscal policy.
The county court recessed after a memorial for Elijah Farr, with Oxden bar members in attendance at the courthouse. The funeral is set for this afternoon with services in the First Ward, interment in City Cemetery, and the casket opening to follow. Edward B. Westman is noted as the local artist in his field, with a description of his recent evenings and appearances at social events.
May 22 reports the United States army transport Thomas Arriveis docking at Presidio with cabin passengers and Marines from the Asiatic Station. Stops for ocean voyages include Ogden to San Francisco and Portland routes with various return options and stopovers. prices listed for direct and round trips.
One week only sale offers L. D. S. Garments at low prices. Union suits and separate tops and bottoms for boys and girls, with sizes for teens. Stores listed at 171 Wash. Ave and 2017 Wash. Ave, plus an excursion to Salt Lake announced.
Washington May 20 The state committee on imperial affairs questions Cromwell about a carnal property sale to the United States He deflects, saying he cannot discuss statements attributed to Secretary Taft and declines to further testify, while Morgan presses the record and Hopkins warns against forcing admission.
The night featured a commencement program at the Methodist Church with 36 pupils receiving diplomas. Readings, vocal solos, and piano numbers highlighted the ceremony, with graduates from the Business and Stenographic departments named, including Richard Porter and William Doak among others.
Readable fragments show routes from Ogden to major cities including Los Angeles Portland and Spokane with round trips and one way options. Prices listed include 40 jive with teams and various stopovers plus tickets raised until October 21.
Washington May debate on railroad rate bill produces tension as Republicans clash with northern opponents over a proposed amendment. Senator Thicas signals no change to the current Proviso, while supporters argue for procedural moves as votes approach.
For season of 1926 Rio Granth Western will sell tickets to eastern points at one fare plus 260 for that round trip. Tickets on sale May 26 and June 1, 3 and the final limit June 31, 1926. Stopovers allowed in each direction. Your choice of rates. For ticket information apply to Airis AOL ERONIS, Gk HENRY, Acunt Tienst Agen.
An archival note from Evansville Illinois reports a fire event with unclear details. The fragmented text mentions place names and possible responders, but the exact actions, times, and outcomes remain unreadable. Further legible records are needed to establish the incident’s scope and results.
The appointment of Cearge Ritchie as deputy sheriff is announced by Sheriff Sebring. Ritchie is described as well suited for the role due to his experience and familiarity with duties, showing confidence in his future work and association with local conditions and progress.
A female minstrel group called the Second Ward girls has arranged a major entertainment event. Plans call for a Monday or Tuesday performance at Gin Second Ward, with rehearsals completed and the show expected to proceed as announced.
Washington May 29 local dispatch reports a favorable naval ration request to inform the secretary of the navy about armor plate production at an armor plant. The armored plant is described as long debiltitated with worn equipment and low morale. The excerpt names Chas Freitoy and others in a fragmentary notice.
Fragmented notice advertises a travel sale from Lake City to Los Angeles and back with dates around May 26 28 and June 1. It instructs readers to write to J M Burner for more information and to select a vacation date. Names and places are garbled but Lake City Georgia and Los Angeles appear.
Sir Caspar V G Clarke director of the Ilberrapotlan Bluseum of Art returned home from London aboard the Michnelmaha. He addressed questions about J F P Murgai and purchases abroad and replicas. He stated he did not review those purchases and commented on high duty affecting ranking of the collection.
Fragmented OCR text mentions prices and items in a torn wartime style. readable pieces point to a notice about entertainments and tickets, with amounts like one dollar and references to a method or matter at a place called Cull er. The readable lines are incomplete and lack clear entities or dates.
Details list round trip train fares and routes for a teachers excursion to Denver, Colorado Springs, Purhtu, Omaha, Kansas State, Minneapolis, Chicago, and Los Angeles. Prices shown include 205, 12, 28.60, 41.00, 4.50, 15.90, and 4.7h with limited stopovers and sleeping car options. Contact Bell for further particulars via A. DS. Manley, Tray, Poss. Apt, Ogden.
Washington, May 28. The Longworth amendment to the diplomatic and consular bill failed on a point of order. The measure would have appropriated funds for embassies abroad and residences for ambassadors, with contention over rent and foreign representation. Supporters argued for a costly overseas presence. opponents cited budget weight and redundancy.
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