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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1908
Page
1
A Galveston Texas society woman from Winnie Street lauds Duffy's Pure Malt Whiskey for curing her dyspepsia and stomach trouble after doctors failed to help. She writes that she stopped consulting physicians and found relief, praising the whiskey's effects and urging others to try it.
A vintage advertisement extols Exntant Duffy Pure Malt Whiskey as a completely pure malt distillate. It claims a pre digested malt essence acts as a tonic and energy booster. The filler text asserts benefits for workers, delicate stomachs, and sickly children, urging repeated use for longevity and vitality.
A damaged dispatch describes British and German balloon operations from Spurn to Hull. Plauen and other craft were captured or separated in a North Sea wind, with observers noting the northeast drift and the peril faced by crews. The report mentions losses and possible fatalities as the air balloons attempted to reach safety.
A laborious rescue operation followed a near tragedy as a trawler capsized off Bunhene. German and Turkish crew members were saved, while several men battled exposure in cold conditions. The incident prompted a line of rescuers to converge within two miles of the wreck to pull survivors from the sea.
The Vicar and Mrs Tucker withdraw charges to clear way for grand jury action. District attorney says the move delays any indictment while the government prepares its case, with terse remarks about medical and custodial details and a focus on the legal process.
American battleship fleet delayed by a powerful storm near Yokohama after leaving the Hebei region in October. One man swept overboard, ships damaged but reportedly none seriously. Advanced wireless messages from Tokyo and Washington note the delay to Yokohama until the morrow with official replies from Rear Admiral Sperry and Minister of War in Tokyo.
The meeting notes a regular session with most members present and two absent. It records authorization to purchase a parcel on Twenty Mind street between Jackson and Van Freen avenues for a new school building, plus salaries and a two week pay for teachers. The minutes reference miscellaneous city education matters, tax policy, and staff reports.
A dated school note analyzes how many chances students have to be tardy over a four month period. It cites 30 opportunities per day and twenty school days per month, estimating hundreds of tardiness instances and raising questions about attendance policies and enforcement.
Ogden youth Trerbere Fligetcn of Oxsen, son of Mr and Mrs Lok, formerly of 983 Teenlrsectnd Street, has earned a full five year scholarship at the Ces Tar in the Bates School of Ax May Sanitary Reseore and Embalming.
A Utah legal action seeks a writ of mandate to force Secretary of State Tingey to certify the Taft Liberal ticket for president and vice president. Petitions, signed by voters, argue the paper ticket deprives qualified voters of their right to vote for candidates. The case targets county clerks and the secretary of state as involved officials.
The Bulgarian cabinet announced its decision after public deliberation to reject pretextual demands from Berlin regarding indemnity payments. The government stated that the claim intended to pressure the powers into accepting a cost for Turkish losses. The note warns of possible consequences and asserts the cabinet’s resolve to avoid ultimatums over indemnity terms.
W. J. Organ, Democratic presidential candidate, toured Denver on October 16, greeting crowds with a big parade and a speech at the Auditorium. The event featured fireworks and banners as supporters followed his motorcade, while Republican counter elements and elephants were displayed in the pageantry.
William Jennings Bryan spoke across Nebraska and Colorado on a daylong campaign ride from Plattsmouth to Denver. Crowds gathered at every stop demanding remarks and urging the Democratic ticket, while Bryan urged unity and defense of Democratic platforms amid Republican opposition. He lamented fence sitters and emphasized election strategy, arguing for strong southern support and a revival of Democratic traditions.
Reporting from Chaltaninea Ort the presidential candidate Taft spent the day engaging with a large crowd. Hoisting a banner and meeting a local committee he spoke in broad terms on tariffs and policy while critics questioned his plans for the rural economy.
Notice of a members meeting of the Christian Science Society of Ogden Utah to be held at Masonry Temple Ogden City October 29 1908 at 8 pm. Agenda includes setting policies and considering incorporation statutes and corporate arrangements under Utah law.
A bid for erection and completion of a ward meeting house in Utah will be received until 2:00 PM on October 21, 1998, at the office of F.C. Weede & Co. The committee reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Officials listed include THOS. How LAnde M.D. and others.
In October 2014 the board will bold ratatanals for barbers at the Lasler barber shop Ogden Utah. The meeting enforces standards and considers the conduct of two later classes as well as their actions to gain trust and discipline.
A cashier connected to a local bank was arrested on charges linked to embezzlement of funds from a university account. Police raid located an estimated defalcation near 100 dollars, with investigators pursuing further details.
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