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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 13, 1903
Page
7
The council approved a lengthy claims list with warrants for repairs, arrests, and services. A bid for land near the Ogden city bridge was debated, Stone’s bid accepted for 13th street dedication, and a new sidewalk grade at Lincoln and Twenty third was approved. City Engineer reports building permits, paving district costs, and a crosswalk petition along Twenty sixth.
An advertisement touts Kodol as a cure for indigestion and stomach ailments, claiming it digests all foods and strengthens mucous membranes. It cites a Ravenswood patient using the product, notes bottle sizes and prices, and lists E. DeWitt & Co. as the producers and GEO F Cave as a seller.
A fragment lists Schilling's tea and fir kinds, coffee, baking powder, flavoring extracts, and spices as good value for money with fair prices and a money back guarantee, inviting customers to buy.
Special excursion via Oregon Short Line for Ben Hur at Salt Lake City on October 28. Train leaves Ogden at 6 30 p m and arrives Salt Lake at 7 30 p m return after the show. Round trip fare 2 00.
Chicago confirms B F Winchell as third vice president and executive head of the Rock Island lines in the west with Chicago HQ. Warren and Robert Mather move first and second vice president offices to New York, leaving Winchell in full western control.
A new labor union named the Independent Association of Brass Workers was organized in St Louis to oppose strikes and settle disputes by arbitration. Delegates from New York Chicago Philadelphia Cleveland and other cities met craftsmen to form the union. A declaration of principles pledges no strikes and requires an oath of allegiance to the United States. The group will operate independently of other labor organizations.
Eureka reports no change in the underground fire that began a week ago closing four major mines. Smoke and gas hinder mining at the Bullion Beck mine while scaffolding remains in place as Marshall arrives from Balt Lake to supervise the pipeline work to the burning section using the Zizen helmet experience.
Provo Utah October 2 Republicans held primaries in five wards tonight with a large turnout. City Councilmen chosen include in ward one John W Farrer four year term and John N Denhhalter two year term. Ward two Andrew Koudsen four year term and A J Wood two year term. Ward three Jessay Harding four year term and Charles K Miller two year term. Ward four Alfred C Booth four year term and Joseph EB Richmond two year term. Ward five E D Booth four year term and Geo S Taylor two year term with Taylor the only existing member renominated.
Walter Hendricks son of W I Hendricks and grandson of W D Hendricks a Mormon battalion member from Richmond was killed last night near Weston Idaho after lying asleep on the track while waiting for a late express. His companion Gus Petty escaped unharmed though the train tore the pocket from his overcoat. The body was brought to Richmond for interment. The report also notes marriage permits for Axel Johnson and Marthe Joberg and George Lemon and Elizabeth Thomas, plus Logan’s condensed milk factory project costing 30000 dollars with 350000 pounds daily capacity and 50000 dollars capital in new incorporation led by Lorenzo Hansen and others.
Salt Lake voters produced the largest Republican primaries in city history with Knox leading on the mayoral side and a split council race. Estimates place Knox at 220 votes to win on first ballot, needing 36 more. Odell 104 and James 97 follow. Local precincts show shifting loyalties and brokered deals as party factions vie for council seats and city treasurer posts.
An advice ad extols Mother's Friend as a comforting, strengthening remedy for expectant mothers. It claims the product reduces suffering, improves the mother's temperament, and aids rapid, safer recovery after delivery. The Bradfield Regulator Co of Atlanta sells it for $1 a bottle and offers a free illustrated booklet for expectant mothers.
Marshaled hosts for Odell and topped Councilman Je Daveler. Daveler Knox faction plans a contesting delegation, yielding two heard delegations for Knox. Knox men to control temporary organizations and credentials committee. G S Holmes led the Fifty first, Knox slate approved by 8 p m. Similar tactics used in the Fifty second.
London authorities tightened vigilance after two men were found in the moat near midnight suspected burglars targeting the crown jewels. The display includes the imperial regalia and crowns guarded by an iron cage and nightly sentry rounds.
Gray Gem driven by W. B. McDonald suspended for one year after warnings for attempting to influence heats. Gray Gem led early heats but was placed under police after the fourth heat. Hudgen awarded 106 dollars for his drive. Races include 2:14 class trotting purse 10 and 2:18 trotting purse 1000 with multiple entrants.
The Republicans of Ogden City announce a county court house meeting on Saturday October 17 at 1 o clock to nominate candidates for mayor attorney auditor municipal judge constable recorder and treasurer Ward mass meetings follow on Thursday October 16 at 8 pm at various halls to nominate city council members and elect delegates based on 14 votes for Wai Glasmann for Mayor in 1901. Delegates per ward listed with precinct breakdowns and the notice is by City Central Committee J O Murph y chairman and David Matyson secretary October 12 1903. Also a note on a Salt Lake performance train departure at 6 30 pm October 12 1903 fare 1 00.
Reported heavy wagering surrounded the event won by Gray Gem whose owner and driver were suspended. Rythmic Dolly Dillon and Charlie Herr competed as 1500-Ferena wins heats amid mystery over real ownership and a loans dispute. Dempsey, a horseman, lent $950 in pools and has not been seen tonight.
Boise Idaho October 12 the Idaho Intermountain fair opens with high attendance. A large field of horses competes on the track for racing features. In the first race for year olds and up Billy Mahan wins with Aurora B second and Classes third in 0:48. In the second race five furlongs for six year olds and up Timber Law wins.
Bud Wade second and Montoye third in the second race. Time A308 1-22. In the third race six furlongs handicapremark won with Blackcloud second and Daly third, time 1316 1-2. In the fourth race for three year olds and up Judge Thomas you Classes second and Stuttler third.
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