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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 07, 1908
Page
2
A brief legal public notice from The Atandarg Publishing Co announces 19 records at the Postemts Ogten Utan under the authority of an act of Congress. The document lists official steps and dates for public action and compliance.
The Standard Publishing Co lists display rates for The Evening Standard Ogden ads, with price per inch for reading matter and special positions, plus special contracts for weekly or seasonal insertion and a claim of exclusive local readership in Ogden. It notes a one cent per line charge for reading matter beyond 20 lines and special provisions for top of column, full page, and ad extensions.
State Senator Rudolphnt Ruchler leads a slate with representatives Harvey Trandall James Bd. MeChacken, Thomas Exqland Ororge A. Fuller. County ticket cites Commissioner Frank Moore or Pimmiattose and John Tlyned for Attorney David Jensen as top names.
The article discusses Mrs St Hhreon of Ogden reporting Alaska wealth discoveries and a pioneering prospector who mapped routes toward Cook Inlet and the Tanana watershed. It notes potential railroad expansion, the Bush mining districts, and navy priorities amid shifting defense concerns, with reflections on American industrial creativity and preparedness.
A Warkington writer discusses irrigation, noting J I Boeman of Cape Colony attends the International Irrigation Congress in Albuquerque. Delegates from many nations compare ancient and modern methods, highlighting U S progress and the need for irrigation to restore agriculture where rainfall is irregular. The piece underscores government roles, mountain snowmelt, and water preservation as key to expanding irrigation worldwide.
The mayor proposes relocating the stockade rock breaker to Ogden canyon mouth to cut rock handling costs and have street cars transport rock at night. He also aims to resume water works, form a city water commission, and compile a complete record of water holdings to be owned by the city by January 1, signaling broader improvements and policy actions.
A damaged account records a confession about the sinking of a battleship and questions of why the fleet was sent to Macle. It cites excuses about lack of preparedness and fuel supply, blaming government mishandling rather than treason, with emphasis on naval readiness and war provisioning.
Fragmentary OCR note recalls year uncertainties and belated safety lapses as large scale drift operations faced widespread disruption. Mentions company involvement, cautious maneuvers, and surrounding losses or casualties amid working conditions.
In Portland Oregon on October 7, Kwane High, a Seattle lieut in the United States artillery corps and a wealthy New York real estate broker, will be tried for the murder of Nathan Wolfe in circuit court. Trial is expected to last a week or ten days with opening statements and testimony to follow. Wolfe was killed May 1 in a shop as a bootlegger was found murdered after dark. jewelry was stolen and signs of a struggle noted.
In Chicago Oct gathering, Charles Zuehtn and a Boston labor figure discuss how the simple life remains unpopular in America. The debate contrasts wealth, the common man, and the rise of meritocracy with Taft era critiques and calls for reform.
A fragment quotes a speaker condemning forced labor and fatigue among workers. He blames high prices from cheap goods and greedy buyers for harming labor and warns against wealth-driven competition creating societal problems. The passage hints at calls for reform to ease social strain.
Chicago officials reopened after vacation to probe reports that thousands of children suffered underfed meals. The city council ordered an inquiry into the case and instructed the Committee on Instructed to fix an immediate relief plan. The executive committee of the Crit Federation discussed relief stabilization for poorer homes.
A proposed experimental farm at Bellecreet in New York aims to grow fruits and flowers with electricity to extend growing seasons. Led by Davider and supported by Gaye Fruits and Flowers, the project seeks to prove soilless cultivation methods and year round production, challenging traditional agriculture practices.
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The readable text mentions dates to Att for the Republican campaign committee and references to political figures. It also notes the conviction of Charles Hughes, governor of New York, for a similar offense and a sentence adjustment. A murder by a 11-year-old is referenced in connection with John Hazes.
Great Falls Montana Oct 6 Milo Long Fanthday convicted of murder to second degree at Glasgow by a valley county jury for the killing of John Haye and sentenced to thirteen years in prison.
A German celebration during Founders Week featured remarks by Cunt Gralafeldt, the German emperor’s envoy. Tr. C.J Hesawer, president of the National German Alliance. Governor Stuart. and Herman Risder of the New Yours Staats Zeitung. Want ads claim strong results from this event.
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