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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1907
Page
4
A historical account discusses postal service strain in remote regions, noting postmasters paying out of pocket to maintain service. Quotes Mr Wilchock arguing for congressional amendments to allow higher grade salaries for postmasters and carriers to attract capable staff.
Five men died and several injured in a blast at Labelle Iron Works. Victims named include Harry Andrews age 22 and Charles Teed age 22, with other workers listed among the deceased and injured. The explosion severely damaged the plant area and caused extensive casualties among night shift workers.
Wallington reports Secretary Rorlhday discussed tariff adjustments with Am Hasendor Insserand and Secretary Cortelyou. The French ambassador proposes submitting a government plan, but stenographers cannot join. State Department officials say they are not now in a position to act.
In a rare aboard contest, two fighters clashed for the welterweight title aboard the West Virginia. Seana Biden of West Virginia edged Bruno of Fenury in the fourth round, earning a $500 purse as approximately 1,200 spectators watched the bout.
A New York hearing on Hearst tied to a directors meeting unfolds with claims by WM Gawy and others about stock transfers and corporate control. The session, amid references to a large steel and mining transaction, touches on Hearst’s involvement and possible grand jury action.
Financial turmoil eases as Union Trust and Lincoln Trust reach a preliminary agreement to deposit stock with a joint committee. Morgan's meeting ends with reduced fear of a liquidity crisis. Gold movements, Bank of England discount risks, and stock market gains reflect improved sentiment.
Voters show continued interest in the next year race as the Independence League gains ground while an anti merger faction claims over three percent of the total vote. Governor Guild's renomination appears likely with Roosevelt support strengthening the Republican slate. Political leaders warn of a tight battle in state and national races as party lines sharpen.
In San Francisco several precincts counted show majorities forTaylor and Langdon. Taylor leads Good Government League with about 40,008 total votes following late tallies. Langdon trails with 26,43 and 17,488 for McGowan. Projections suggest majorities near 2000 to 14,090 with most offices leaning GOP.
London bullion traders report a quiet market with main action from the United States of America and Parke brokers. A total of 144,000 American pagies were placed on the market while a 1,000,000 parind shipment from France was noted as the Bank of France moves. Prices and policy remain uncertain as officials reassess aviation demands and potential foreign supply.
At a Missouri gathering on November 6 the Missouri Republican club endorsed William H. Taft for president and Attorney General Hadley for governor. The group described Taft as War Secretary and Hadley as a strong statewide leader, aiming to unite supporters across the state.
In Salt Lake mining news the market shows steady activity with copper near 0% avila per cunca and 1% per pound for casting, 1254 vonte a jotad for enpling copper, 12M cents per pound for cothuds appr, and 4.75 per 300 pounds for leut. Colorado activity noted with Seven Troughs rising, South Columbus near the dollar mark, and Sioux Consolidated around 37 to 38 cents. Ohio Consolidated and other issues traded on the open board with varied close quotations.
Local brief notes an unreadable OCR fragment mentions Boren Troughee and Wabash with unclear numbers and a possible date sequence. The legible parts hint at a minor community item or score but lack coherent details for full summary.
In New York trading a weak market tone dominated as stock prices fell under renewed selling and bond activity varied. Brokers reported buy orders piling up after a holiday lull while investors eyed limited liquidity, with dollar flows and currency conditions stabilizing only modestly. The gold market showed uncertainty as Treasury and financials faced restructuring pressures amid election expectations.
The report notes concern over the New York situation and a shift to the putable market. It mentions small interior banks making a misstep and a downturn in New England cotton trade. Bond activity shows total balance at $3,708,000 with United States 34 coupons advancing on call.
Chicago market review notes wheat prices on the local exchange fall over two cents amid fears of nationwide bank troubles and reports of several flour mills in Minneapolis closing. December delivery eases, buyers short, with overall demand weak and prices near fresh lows. Clearances rise slightly as Bradstreet reports higher world stocks.
Fragmented OCR market notes list varied commodities and prices including wheat corn flaxseed barley oats lard butter wool sugar and sugar futures. Numerous figures appear for months and weights with many unreadable segments, reflecting a mid-century commodity page with mixed currencies units and local exchange terms.
A terse notice cites an official statement on land dues and government funds. It lists due amounts, settlements, and dates tied to a state program with references to dates in late spring. Entities include Washington officials and related administrative offices.
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