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Two young editors face uphill fight for a new paper
In Ogden a duo led by T Spencer and J Thon aspire to launch a new independent newspaper. They confront opposition from local Molly’s who control much of the press market, with Roosevelt era politics and local finance shaping the struggle, while a movement toward reform and public instruction on water and sanitation frames broader civic debates. The piece combines editorials from New York and Utah reflecting on press independence, public health, and political allegiance.
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Salt Lake Borala
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New York
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Aden
Caniary Rangrts
Faith
Ayatem
Thiol
Stuvenson
Kanab
Une
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Poe Dominent Church
Nauil
Squilty
Mutual Improvement
Presbyteriana of
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Hind
Ta- Jay
Tho
Pabetigute
Jorn Gouvier
Tall Fally
George Runck Tn
Bellovue
Tansay
Nice
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Haiee
Gaiam
Cals
Cay Brerhyuigian
Viewvin
Marder