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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 21, 1909
Page
2
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Readers discuss aggressive housing plans in Ogden. Proposals to build modern homes for twelve families draw praise for reinvestment and condemn excess funds. Critics worry about surplus money and nonresident profiteering while locals urge practical housing fixes.
Fragmented OCR reads of a civic note discussing spending overages and proposals for funding. References include proposed amounts in the hundreds of thousands and aims to overcome lethargy and neglect. The text is unclear but hints at self-reliance and governance reforms.
A Chinese man offers land to support a charitable home but faces legal and financial entanglements. The article details a 8 million dollar claim, a national exposition, and a court case in which a widow and family seek compensation. Names such as Hato and Kehoe appear amid complex property and revenue disputes affecting the household.
Fragment from a 1900s Ogden City political notice shows James S Carver seeking the Republican nomination for mayor. He pledges to work for the city’s welfare, urges citizens to support his candidacy, and lists consent to run before the Republican convention. September 21, 140.
Salt Lake City report describes a 500 dollar promissory note for shares of a lock in a company. The case involves T Ww Mudwen Foust and J W Malson with the Republic Bank. Court proceedings question the transfer of funds and legality of the note, with defense claims of coercion and misrepresentation. The judgment totals 529.36 as cited in the district court proceeding.
Fragmentary readable passages mention sheep conditions in the state, references to individuals such as Fr. Ke Mma and B Stewart, plus local names and places. The garbled text hints at a discussion of policies, meetings, and possibly a public or civic context with uncertain details.
A garbled OCR passage mentions a $109 reward and references to investments, taxes, and Public notices. It includes scattered names and locations but the text is illegible and lacks clear events or dates.
In a Monday afternoon incident on Second Morth between Sixth and Seventh Wort, cement workers Georgiades and Muldoon clashed as a mixer overflowed. The Greek claimed the implement. Muldoon, aided by Aeryan, pushed him into the cement, causing a fall and injuries. A struggle ensued over the hose and mixer, with bystanders and a supervisor intervening.
John Ne Thurne, a prominent resident, was found severely injured in the road to the American Fork mining camp near Timuping Rock. He was brought to the city hospital in critical condition with multiple wounds and possible internal injuries. Doctors hold hope for recovery as no foul play is suspected, and his wife and a young son survive him.
Mrs Caroline B Jacobs of 648 Thied Avenue was treated after a carbolic acid mishap in her pantry. Dr W T Beer quickly assisted, and Mrs Jacobs recovered, while details point to a mistaken delivery by a farmhand’s family. The event sparked a pursuit by the rural authorities and drew comment about safety and delays.
A garbled 1920s style note references Tomopahely Road as a sure thing with scattered names and figures. Mentions Sail Lake, Charles F Wirten, and Atchi son thopeky railway, plus monetary amounts and dates, though many words are unreadable. The fragment hints at a local commerce and railroad connection with unclear totals.
A garbled report mentions Food Case 75 with officials and attorneys discussing preservative chemicals and potential contamination. Names of firms and inspectors appear amid unclear jargon and fragmented phrases. The piece implies legal or regulatory action related to a food preservative and safety assessment.
A Denver court session led by Justice Hanks Monday addressed the health status of the public and whether it was endangered. The discussion touched on possible legal consequences for alleged violations tied to certain medicines and remedies, with the focus on safety and compliance. The report mentions various products and the dealer Geo. F. Cave Drug Stores as a distributor.
A long letter from Sughn a Dattrul urging the city to address dangerous street obstructions on Twenty Fourth Street and Tower Twenty Fifth Street. The writer demands municipal action to curb illicit activity, improve safety, and pressure officials to enforce ordinances. He argues authorities enable vice while proposing stricter policing and penalties.
A brief notice describes an excursion via O 5 TL to Silt Lane Guy unity Sent S3rd to ZBL FLW reunil trip. Return planned September 27 with 10 trains to and from the papitil Bon tie curd ints paper.
Chicago youths in 1919 balance work with education under a plan described as essential for future aims. The article notes a program at a high school, with arrangements allowing a boy to work one day and study the next, enabling both employment and schooling.
Report from Salt Fork on the president’s visit drawing attention from residents. Details are sparse but mention a reception and local reactions as dignitaries and officials attend the event.
Col Keagan of Tecoma reports a grand barbecue at the Twelve Mile ranch near Thousand Springs, hosted by Vineyard Land & Cattle. He says Ogden interests promote a growing empire with four bulls to be served and ample water to support future expansion. The event aims to showcase prosperity and commercial ties with nearby towns and mining lands. The Vineyard company plans to populate and develop Sparks and surrounding country, boosting cattle and sheep herds and regional trade. Col Keagan notes local Tecum people benefit from Ogden trade, while engineers and managers review mining royalties and operations.
Real estate transfers list scattered names and parcels with vague details. Transfers include Martha Moviman to Jennie ONeill and Molly Mateman to Laren vo duvinan amid unclear parcel descriptions and nominal consideration.
Four men were captured yesterday in Booddile Pennsylvania for abducting Mary Clatmera daughter of W Miller. Authorities say the defendants pursued the abductee to a remote location and were apprehended without incident. Details of the case and the motive remain undisclosed as investigators continue to gather evidence and interview witnesses.
A barn at 2439 Adams Avenue was completely destroyed by fire. Firemen reported a hay loft blaze and flames spreading to adjacent structures. All animals were saved though the barn and top were damaged. owner Browne valued loss around 4000 dollars, origin traced to a small stable incident.
Hen F. Allen a well known vaudeville singer and author of Tranhoe died in Denver at age about forty. He made his name in the city as a popular entertainer and appeared in roles in both Moshe and Monk. The funeral will be held today under the auspices of a local organization.
In Boonton New Jersey a son may inherit $20,000 from his father’s will but a dispute arises as the will could divert the sum to Charlot, while his younger brother waits until age 26. The case involves a long-ago disappearance and possible later actions by the father.
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