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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1906
Page
1
A Scottsville Arkansas man, once 180 pounds, reports he recovered to 190 pounds after two bottles of Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey. He attributes the cure to the remedy and cites a letter written June 6, 1906 describing a severe illness and rapid weight gain.
In a Utah Supreme Court decision, the Park estate dispute over a widow’s dower interests is clarified. The court reverses the lower court, holds the widow retains an interest in the real estate despite remarriage, and instructs further proceedings to apportion and settle the widow’s share in the property and related funds. The ruling shapes the duration and extent of the widow’s interest from 1857 to the present, with implications for future parcels and proceeds.
The Goldfeld Tribune cites a November 14 meeting where eighty members discussed laying the groundwork for a new organization. Committees named to secure buildings, establish a permanent delegation, and arrange initial finances. Stanley chaired, with Reed as treasurer and plans to attract fifty members.
An official stroke of promotions within the general filth department names Lie Vettel Ailes Soeltlox as acting tram manager and introduces new freight appointments under George W. Heintz. The record notes an increased resignation option and a shift enabling exit to commercial ventures, reflecting a broader personnel plan.
A garbled OCR snippet describes an office boy at Utah Central in Ogden, rising to treasurer duties before transitions among companies. It mentions Frankis Cope, Layr, union formation, and a series of unclear events involving elections or positions, leaving several names and places indeterminate.
Stephen Tucks, a bartender, identified three men involved in a fatal Minghuy barrow incident. The testimony linked a street fight preceding the murder to an alleged group of ten participants. Authorities pursued the remaining fugitives, while inquest details were read to uncover the deceased’s assailants.
Ralph Collett was struck by a runaway vehicle at the corner of Secord South and Mala Mreete. A horse-drawn buggy ran through a crowd as the wagon struck Collett, sending him to the pavement with a scalp wound and severe bruising. He was rushed to Smith's Crag star for treatment and regained consciousness minutes later.
In a penitentiary yard incident, four prisoners broke away and exposed themselves yesterday. They admitted wrongdoing and promised reform. The group, identified as Bulllean Pure, Morrison, and Mecor solck, faced brutal punishment described by W Werden Pratt.
A group of eastern investors and representatives from Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, Detroit and San Francisco inspected the Spokane to Coeur d’Alene steam and electric railroad project. The proposal envisions a line from Spokane to Coeur d’Alene with branches to Pasco, Colville and Moscow, linking power and trolley ventures with existing rail business. The touring party included J K Daf, T F Duncan, C J Campbell and others from firms like Holline & Son, Holmes, Wardrop, and Townsend-Wrelao, noted as early proponents in Cran.
In Sweet Idaho Boxee Ma November 16 Jack Mee Vastoca keeper at Sweet witnessed a deadly confrontation as Allison accused of crime opened fire in a saloon. Crownlee fired twice, killing Allison who was about 25, native of Nevada. The scene attracted warrants, arrests, and a juryless inquiry.
Nov 17 in Balt Lake Judge Morse grants Rosemary Glost Wahitsey a divorce from Horace Watney on support and desertion claims. Annabelle Allen receives divorce from John Ales for failure to support. Annabelle King restored. Annie J Richardson divorced from A I Richardson for failure to provide and desertion with custody awarded. Heber Ginglot held in contempt for nonpayment of court-ordered support.
HL Halex erbacher, formerly private secretary to WoT and Dancroft, was named secretary of the Sah Light & Railway company and also secretary of the Utah Power company. He will oversee administration and railway operations, with duties to begin soon as the new appointee takes effect.
A fragmented 19th century education piece describes Candie Light fashions and patterns inspiring home candle shades and mantel pieces. It notes various color tones, decorative schemes, and a teacher remark about needlework projects influencing domestic craft trends.
The ad touts Perana as a priceless home treatment used by mothers to relieve catarrh head and throat symptoms in adults and children. It promises rapid relief, claims broad family protection, and asserts widespread household popularity with many positive testimonials.
The Lonton Express reports a community gathering with candled decor, dining, and prizes. Guests enjoy beers and ball, with activities including a large free prize for correct guesses and a dessert course.
New York, Nov. 14 Agents say the market will see pressure for wage increases. Reports indicate manufacturers may offer partial advances to operatives, with a belief that broader action will be delayed. Special meetings are expected before any radical move, while tentative agreements stretch across mills.
Francis and Marin, two principal figures in the Storer Cotton company failure, were arrested here by police inspectors. They will be taken to Philadelphia tomorrow. prior notices show a long history, including a March 17, 1903 Philadelphia raid and subsequent movements, with lingering legal actions lasting years.
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