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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1906
Page
3
A garbled OCR page mentions theft and arson themes with amounts like $2000 and a fire at a millinery store. It references names, dates, and places in a scattered fashion, including mentions of a dressmaker, a nurse, and various local addresses. The legible fragments suggest legal or police matters, but specifics are unclear.
The notice mixes wedding reports and social happenings from Ogden and nearby, noting marriage celebrations, attendees, and honorees. It mentions a ceremony at a home on Adams Avenue, a reception, and community groups like the Knights of Columbus. Also covered are legal notes, upcoming community gatherings, and mentions of traveling relatives and local officials.
Authorities approve 1250 for rapid repairs to the Salt Lake area dam breach impacting a school. Secretary Molllagewgrty reports to governors and board members about reconstruction needs. A $1.3 million appropriation may rise to cover parts and labor as workmen are secured and temporary measures applied after the event.
Fragmented text describes a divorce action involving Char Tare and mentions alleged infidelity. It references prior events, parties unnamed, dates such as May and February, and mentions a medical or institutional setting. Information is garbled with many misspellings and illegible sections.
The article reports denials from company leaders about a rumored sale to Harriman and a broader transfer. It notes no negotiations with Harriman, claims no truth to the rumor, and describes ongoing plans to electrify lines and extend routes in Ogden and surrounding areas.
A murky court scene features Hulands attorney challenging questions about county duties while Joseph Stanford declines to answer several leasing queries. The judge upholds some privileges and orders, with testimony touching on county affairs and possible negligence. Also reported is a fatal shooting of an Arabian pedlar in Biegam canyon and Salt Lake stockholders planning reconstruction after a fire.
William Jilton, elected official, faced pollen court this morning on a threats charge toward Mill. He was granted counsel and a preliminary hearing date set. The case centers on alleged gunpoint threats. Winnie Mezander testifies to prior intimidation.
A courtroom heard William Marre claim he is a barber and laborer amid testimony about recent work evasion. The judge questioned credibility as the defense argued about penalties and compliance while references to local officials, a city ban, and a newborn birth appeared in the chaotic proceedings.
The passage reads as a fractured health guide advocating perfect digestion, balanced meals and soi luring routines. It mentions meals like fruit, grains, and cream with warnings about improper feeding and stresses harmony between body and mind.
Morning passenger train blocked near Olney after a derailed freight car caused a wreck. A defective wheel and falling debris halted traffic for hours until crews cleared the line around four o clock. Reports of injuries circulated, but local office said no crewmen were harmed.
HM Frieads of Thea ver displays a peculiar White Rose potato group grown by UC Parker near Twin Falls Idaho. Three potatoes fused in one hill produced heavy yields via irrigation. Rhoads notes overproduction from irrigation caused the anomaly. The farmer plans to send the remarkable potato to Secretary Wilson in Washington for exhibit.
The readable fragments describe a local item involving Hays and Brom with unclear phrases. Named places and entities are minimal, making it difficult to establish a clear event or outcome from the OCR text.
General superintendent Welby of the Ro Grands Western railroad reports a face of minor delays due to snow but says service remains stable. He cites limited line disruption, ongoing repairs, and congestion to the east at Chicago and Peoria as factors, with crews doing their best to move goods and passengers.
Charles Sloage of West Weber recounts a hold up near a new parking plant on Twenty fourth street. He says three masked assailants struck him, took his money, and fled before bystanders or police arrived. He provides a general description but cannot give a full account. Police were notified.
Readable fragments show names like Chicago Produce IM May 17 and May dates, with references to Rid, LATS, Mapan re il Poth and 61265. Mentions Asa Firs and Dorsey Cased Sirs, plus trading notes on flax and flowers. Details are fragmentary and unclear about outcomes or contexts.
New York report states Colonel Herbert C. Herbert an early 20th century Missouri vet and wartime veteran died in a hospital at age 72. Authorities say he was once connected to the medical field and had ties to a Missourian community. Police indicated no foul play is suspected as they investigate the case.
Foundation twenty eight inches thick and nine feet deep will support the new Scowcroft building on Trenighbird Street and Wall Avenue. William Doyle wins the contract at 37600, 75 men to be employed, concrete and rock fill planned, structure 226 by 226 feet with three floors and basement. Cost estimated at 94400, modern offices and automatic doors planned, brickwork by Calvert and Leek, lumber orders placed, completion targeted by June 1907.
A severe winter storm blocks rail lines from the east across Wyoming and Nebraska. Passenger trains face delays and detours as crews work to clear tracks and restore service. Cities including Cheyenne, Sydney, and North Platte report blocked routes and slow progress.
Readable fragments describe Ogden Milling Elevator Company operations at Forth Platte and Sidney. Storm damage noted with trains stalled, stock feed and hay scarce, cattle scattered, and efforts to clear roads and restore service underway. Weather forecasts caution prolonged cold with potential relief if warm air returns.
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