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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1909
Page
2
Fragmented OCR yields a report of Charles Smurthwaite and Mayor Brewer in a Brew er convention dispute. The text alleges Smurthwaite’s attacks and Brewer’s approval of Smurthwaite’s role, plus accusations of tax increases, water monies, and city debt figures.
Trade voices from Brewerite workers claim Republican leadership blocks union wages at Standard. They accuse Blund-Ard rulers of paying highest union rates while questioning Brewer and Ogden canning plants about paid wages. Reports note tomato peeling at 4 cents per pall and plant closures, urging Brewer to raise wages or face more his factories shuttering.)local labor group presses Brewer public committee to respond.
Fragmentary text traces a heated campaign scene with Frank Cannon and Charley Smurthwaite in Ogden. It references broader political tactics, Brewster supporters, and critiques of campaign methods, highlighting tensions between local figures and national figures amid a charged political climate.
In Parla Oct 28 a Catholic campaign declares war on public schools and Catholic parents push for church led education. Archbishop Germain calls for renewed peace between church and state, while M Toomorguy orders teachers to ignore clergy demands and enforce government textbooks. Briand to address public education next Saturday.
The document compares receipts and costs of Glasmann and Brewer in 1904 1905 1908 across departments. It notes Glasmann general fund receipts about 180226.88 while Brewer’s Erie receipts reach 21010 21 000 more for the same period. It questions mayoral salaries street department figures health costs and street sprinkling spending with a prompt to voters to compare records and assess performance.
The notice presents a contested view of mayoral records from 1905 to 1910, detailing Brewer and Glassman accounts. It cites overdrafts, general fund balances, and committee investigations, urging voters to study the finances before casting ballots. It claims Brewer left larger debts while Glassman reduced public debt and highlights audits and water port inquiries.
A garbled report notes conversations about a boxing event and repairs. Toltrise discusses a photo featuring Katchel, Johnson, and a heavy weight bout. The text references Sullivan and Jeffrieshen with unclear details about retirement and work at a location called the wiedteine ball.
A fragment notes a break with convention on Transportation and claims pilots united to follow railroads in organizing to advance their interests, implying new labor action and alignment with broader transport interests.
Fragmented OCR summary notes a negotiator named Little seeking talks with Jeffries and Berger in Chicago. Mention of Kin and Aghason arriving, bets of $20,000, and plans around a potential bout with Jeffries. References to hospital and gymnasia activity, hotel meetings, and intensifying efforts to settle terms soon.
Vietoria, F.C. Cet. 29 reports a Chinese/Japanese sealing ship Munakesh was halted by Russian gunboat forces near Copper Island. Robbery occurred as hulks were boarded. tobacco, canned goods, watches, and gear were stolen. The vessel, after boarding, sailed to Beringsen and fled as officers pursued.
An unclear diary like report from Kehoshi Wisconsin notes a man named George Min'l and Kenosha residents visiting Friday night. The fragmented text suggests repeated awakening and possible medical attention or doctors involved, with mention of an ongoing fatigue or sleep condition.
A fragmented report shows shipper groups resisting a proposed rise in freight charges amid industry tensions. The note mentions state and national bodies, with references to regulatory backs and logistical impacts on ports and carriers.
Chicago based financier Walsh, convicted of misusing funds at the Chicago National Bank, faces ongoing bond restriction as the U S appellate court denies government bid to cancel a $50,000 bond. Judge Crosson rules Walsh must remain in Chicago pending potential Supreme Court review.
Taxington, Ky October 28 local authorities report a violent mob clash at the home of George Krelta in Mastin County. Armed men knocked in a door with an axe, prompting return fire from Krelta and others inside. Several pilgrims present fled as police noted tense standoff and arrests followed.
D C Dalton, employed by the Alton Transfer Company for fourteen years, died of heart failure this morning in Ogden while driving his express wagon on Washington avenue near Twenty First Street. He was born February 7, 1861, in Salt Lake and leaves a wife, four daughters, and two sons, all residents of Ogden. He had recently suffered stomach distress and a fluttering sensation before collapsing. Dr Edward Rich declared death due to heart failure. Home at 475 Thirty-fourth Street.
Marriage license issued in county clerk office to Ralph Lambert and Margaret Naverine of Croydon Ulsh. Suit for 1 6177 referenced. The American Antiseptic company has moved to file a writ in the clerk court against the indicated party.
New York Oct 27 Antonio Musica was found not guilty on the barge against the wall of alleged fraud involving underweights on cheese fat products. Philip Muglea pled guilty to one count and was remanded to the Tombs for sentence. Judge Holt condemned government keeping weighers in the customs service who testified for immunity and warned against pressuring honest men.
Harbin Manehari reports the assassin of Brineila G identified as Anteun, a former member of an art newspaper beat. The gunman belonged to a twenty-member group that planned dawn violence. The killer used a cyanide compound, linked to Willets.
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