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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1908
Page
5
The report discusses thoughts on James J Corbett possibly returning to boxing to face an Ovinian champion. The piece notes rivalries, training details, and promoter interests as talks shift between candidates for a major bout.
Fragmented text discusses Jet and Tommy's potential clash with mentions of American and Australian promoters, hints at national pride and boxing styles, and alludes to baring probabilities of a bout. The passage traces influence from Australia to America, noting bets and strategies without clear outcomes.
Fragmentary column item unreadable with many garbled words. No clear person, place, date, organization, or actionable fact discernible.
Long-biography outlines Judge Rowell J A Howell Republican candidate for district court. Born Kelton Utah, raised Ogden, educated at Ogden Military Academy Harvard Law, practiced law before election. Discusses elections 1904 1909 and legal battles over eligibility, voter intent, and district incumbency remarks.
A speaker appeals for judges to perform duties with impartiality, rejecting political use of office. He cites the need for broader civic participation and warns against mixing politics with judicial roles, urging citizens to uphold responsible citizenship. Also included is a public notice about water-rights application and required protests.
A note from Bend, Net. Ort. 2 Calonel Wink urges all mine owners and prospectors to prepare for a federal court decision pending in Washington. He warns of a potential patent dispute, urging miners to ready claims, with officials aiming to regulate mining rights and protect prospective ventures.
Senator Carey of Wyoming will headline Utah rally dates in Salt Lake City Ogden Logan and Draper with stops Monday through Saturday. The schedule includes Salt Lake Theater Logan City Ogden and Draper venues as part of a broader Republican push led by Col George Squires and state leaders. Carey, author of the Carey art and promoter of Twin Falls project, returns to campaign trails after recent Utah speeches.
Report from Salt Lake City notes the government plans to establish an assay office here soon, with work starting by January. A recent journey by Mr. Kerfoot from San Francisco to Seattle and then Salt Lake City is described as part of coordinating the new office, while concerns over forged checks and local crime are also mentioned.
The case involves J WK Ballwig linked to a forged check drawn on a bank where he had no funds. A pursuit followed as police captured the suspect at a company office after a failed attempt to flee. The youth admitted past coercion of a relative and connections to a supported family in Beaver.
A large turnout greeted the Logan Republican rally with E. W. Hobson and Senator Reed Smoot delivering speeches on free trade and banking. Smoot praised the party and its ticket as the crowd cheered, signaling strong GOP support in Cache County and reflecting a robust campaign kickoff amid cross party attention.
In Salt Lake, Oct, Mrs Alma Gilleeple yesterday filed for divorce from Alex Gilleesple on grounds of nonsupport. They wed in Park City May 23, 1907. She is mother of two daughters from a former marriage, Marie Cotter age 14 and Luisa Otter age 7. The couple have one daughter, 6, who lives with them. The wife alleges the husband is incapable of earning or earning inadequate wages to support the family.
A garbled report describes a conflict involving gamblers and league factions as city authorities and business owners clash over gates and licenses. The piece hints at temptations to expand beyond city limits and mentions attempts to curb gambling dens and associated actors.
An epidemic of typhoid has swept Montreal with many beds filled and hospitals at capacity. Officials warn the outbreak stems from contaminated water and insufficient milk supplies, taxing medical facilities and endangering residents.
Notice informs readers of a forthcoming public examination event on Monday February 2nd at a specified venue. It lists participants and associated organizations and cautions attendees about eligibility and required documentation for participation.
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