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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 07, 1908
Page
3
A chaotic local column notes the Parstfal performance tonight at 7:45 with no intermissions. Mentions various figures including Phare Murdock and Loree, plus the Hermitage to the north and a public call to Utah friends. Also references depot cleanup, coal deals, and multiple society items in patchy report.
The Forest Service stated on December 1 that the national forest in the western states is divided into a new regional district structure. All business formerly handled by the public at Washington will move to the regional forester, transferring district authorities. The fourth district now includes Michigan, southern Idaho, western Wyoming, eastern New, and parts of Arizona with lead quarters.
Prea session of the American Mining congress to be held in Pittsburg Pa on June 2 3 and 4. Delegates named by Governor Leave T C Jacking John Bem ft 8 Wimi Oliver Carter St A Trowning b Ee Biter W S McCormith BF M Alfison and W Lerter Mapair. The mayor may appoint two delegates for each 25000 population, Ogden could have three, but none named yet.
A garbled report recounts engagements and marriages surrounding Edna Goodrich, C. Godwin, and Harry Macias with mentions of Maxine Hutett and others. It traces rumored ties, contested contracts, and shifting alliances across European travels and New York stage circles amid a tangle of names and dates from a bygone era.
The text lists foods for gaining weight and diet rules including fats like cream and butter, starches such as potatoes and bread, fruits like pears prunes and figs, and vegetables for other purposes. It notes certain items to cut, such as condiments, vinegar, and stimulants like tea and coffee, while emphasizing essential meats for body functions and fat under control.
In the business district barber shops faced a rush as customers crowded in before noon. A barber noted the heavy demand and many patrons waited, while a relation described a military family tied to a broad historical era. A nervous, tense mood colored the scene as lines formed and shop doors stayed busy.
Fragmented OCR lists votes for city and county offices with candidate tallies for state representatives, commissioners, treasurer, and clerk. Names and party labels are partially garbled but indicate multiple contests across four small precincts with party affiliations attached to several candidates.
The Wa Cook family expresses gratitude to their friends and benevolent supporters for help during the illness and passing of Little Atay. They especially thank those who offered moral support and comforting prayers.
A 19th century court hears multiple mendicancy cases. Fred Miller and Joe Moorey received twenty days in the rock pile for begging. M. Murray and Jota Alien faced deankenness charges. Murray pleaded not guilty but received a continuation. John McGinnn was charged with vagrancy and postponed. several defendants await further presence of authorities.
In New York a police department renewal under OIG review prompted a broad reshuffle. Inspectors were rotated, captains and lieutenants reassigned, and sergeants promoted, with leadership adjustments at headquarters amid the oversight.
Fragmented dispatch reports Schwad leaving for a distant city with unclear purpose and mentions a corporate figure from New York and potential meetings or developments at an allied plant or works followed by uncertain warnings or disruptions.
A 12 year old orphan from Springfield travels 2000 miles in under three weeks seeking a family. Walter shows bright promise and frank manners, aided by Walter Baker of the Commercial National Bank, with plans to place him with a California half‑sibling and provide a fresh start away from the streets. The Springfield judge authorizes a place for the boy, who accepts Walter Jacobs as companion on the journey to a hopeful home.
An excursion to Salt Lake is announced with travel by rail via the Western railway line on dates October 31 November 1 and 2 for races. Tickets are priced at 1.10 and sales close on the final limit date.
An unreliable account recounts a strange scene at a kitchen window with mentions of a fat sealice and a beauty wart. The narrator describes panic, searching for a lost item, and a mysterious widow assuming control of something precious, ending with a defiant question about speaking to a fan.
A fragmented 19th century style note describes a man pursuing a worthy end through disciplined industry and careful practice. It highlights daily effort and steady attention as keys to progress, with an emphasis on focus and method over passion.
A garbled historical recipe or note parses as a culinary instruction with numerous misspellings and unclear measurements. The readable parts mention water, auger, honey, tartar, and beet material, but specifics are obscured. The text appears as an imperfect transcription likely from a damaged page.
John Herrick, longtime church leader and business associate of Kelly, is summoned to Denver to head the Western States Mormon mission region covering Colorado, Nebraska, New Mexico, and parts of the Dakotas and Oklahoma. The assignment, non remunerated, may last four to five years with a mid December departure for extended missionary service. Herrick will travel with his family and has served as Des Moines Life state manager and M MFA board member for two decades. He leans Democratic but recalls political identity after recent campaign.
In the district court this morning Judge Lowell listed criminal cases. Jacob Townken charged with deadly wrapim, Cottle. State of Utah case continued to November 12. Ulahra C. A. New second degree charge set for December 2. Walter B Wee del and J D Retlez continued to term. Albert Wiaile felony set for November 13.
New York November 6 four Lackawanna Railroad workers in Brooklyn were arrested for stealing more than 110000 worth of goods over three months. Clerks George Tracy and James Startin and drivers G Lotas Sed Wilkes Blowart allegedly fenced items via transport from terminal to consignments while in transit.
Reno November 6 the state police bill approved by voters as an emergency measure passed by the special session of the legislature after U.S. troops were sent to quell labor troubles. The bill shaped the state campaign in favor of Democratic candidates and aligned with Roosevelt era actions.
Newark Nov. The Ho Worthington company and Latgerwoos-Manutheturling announce that more than 3,690 men will be at work in the Harrison plan by January 1. Both firms run on partial town orders and await election results.
From Valparaiso on November 6 the Toral press reports that Chilean officials greet Taft's election. They credit Roosevelt era policies with fostering peace and quiet, expecting continued stability and favorable relations with the United States.
Curdo rd expresses happiness over Taft selection as indicated by a report on athletic or political taft related to Taft. The fragmentary text mentions Win and express attention to merit selection, with no clear event or date. Named entities include Taft and Win.
A damaged fragment reports a stretcher scene linked to Poitiers with references to Frauen and a dog drawing a stretcher. The text is partially garbled but suggests an event or observation involving a stretcher and a dog near a European location.
The desultory OCR shows incomplete figures from 72 of Ohio's counties with Taft leading Keane and Harmon close behind. Final results vary. Taft's plurality appears modest, with Harmon narrowly beating Hers by a small margin, and precinct requisitions hint at ongoing adjustments and possible totals.
Trento Ontario November 6 a traveling man for an iron firm of Nev was found dead at Walker hotel tonight with a gunshot wound in his breast. He claimed to have a revolver in his pillow and said he had tried to pull it out and discharge it while dreaming. Doctors fear he will not recover.
Marshall 16 returns campaign contributions amid a political funding inquiry. The article notes an official statement by Tamvar By Maystall, governor, regarding containment and contact about financing activities.
Fragmented OCR reports a chaotic scene at Oxford with references to contestants, money, and scoring feats. Names like Putnam and Belggales appear amid garbled lines about throws and inches, suggesting a crossing of athletics details and prize notes from a track or field meet.
Fragmentary report from Butte Montana describes trouble at a coal mine affecting Montana coal companies and workers. The item mentions a specific district number and a dispute over wages or pay. Details are obscured by damaged OCR but indicate a mining incident with financial concerns and labor action reported in the period.
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