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Newspaper
Utah Ogden Standard
Location
Ogden, Utah, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1908
Page
7
An ad touts shoes for men and youths with slogans and claims strong sales last Saturday. It lists Florsheim Stetson and K. K. Shoes in prices of 5.50 6.00 and 6.90 with a marketing emphasis on value and style.
A fractured ad style block touts Pearl Crescent flour as the best for home baking. It mentions Lenny Faest winter wheat prawns and hints at no doctoring needed, urging readers to rely on Flour for dependable cooking outcomes.
Random references describe names, marriages, divorces, and public notices. Items mention administrators, postmaster travel, marriage licenses, a worker losing a finger at a carriage shop, a runaway incident, fire at a barn, and local visitors in Ogden with brief details and dates.
In a police court session Judge Murphy dismissed the case against Thomas He Wilken after Mrs M A W Sherling accused him of assault and battery. Several neighbors testified about a fight involving threats to her child and harm to her horse. The mood was tense as witnesses described an exchange of blows and a piece of timber used in the dispute. The defendant admitted some contact but denied more serious harm and was released with a brief admonition.
East evening practice outlines the high school football program’s preparations for upcoming games. Reports mention drills, player conditioning, and team strategy as coaches push for improved performance this season.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a chiropodist and several names in a distorted string. It references Pavahna, CaN ties, Tern son, and Holy front Yt with unclear relationships and contexts, yielding no clear event or outcome. Names appear jumbled and places unidentified.
Auction notices indicate a public sale at Hauge Market managed by Anoninn Mth with bidding starting after 23 hours and a hold on certain assets. Details remain fragmentary but indicate a sale of items tied to an estate or business inventory.
Readable fragments describe Wyoming coal strikes at Rock Springs Mauna and Kemmerer pushing Salt Lake toward a tight fuel supply. Vitah Fuel Co in southern Utah provides limited coal. local stocks exhausted with little relief in sight. Prices rise as demand grows and residents fail to stockpile, stressing early winter readiness amid regional strikes and supply disruptions.
A factory blaze injured five women including Vray and Ms VoeSapt. The fire burned a warehouse area, trapping workers who fled through a window. Several others were hurt, with conditions reported as severe at the time.
Harman of Gray Construction Co requests 45 ton steam shovels and related equipment from Le Osblory headquarters for Western Pacific railway project in Nevada. Cement from Ornow Portland Cement, scrapers and other goods arranged to expedite construction. Local managers in Ogden report ongoing mechanical equipment purchases to speed completion of the road project.
W. Patrick announces cash prizes for sheep, including a 4 head class for American bred sires and a 3 head class from one ewe. Prizes total $35 per class and are entered in the International Lincoln Record, reflecting American breeding and production criteria.
A massive blast started a fire at Mantello hotel and lunch room near the passenger depot. The two story hotel burned rapidly, with most contents lost and occupants safely evacuated. Firefighters used new heating equipment and lamps to regain control as officials assess losses and cause. The Harriman hotel complex owner and local authorities plan next steps after the blaze.
A worker suffered severe finger loss after a burning machine ripped away parts of his hand. Details describe extensive injuries and immediate medical response. The incident, linked to Southern Pociltt machinery, prompted on-site emergency care and departmental review.
In a terse report, officials say a driver was arrested following a grave incident near Onarg h. Names such as Bate Walker and Silvan Avis appear, with court proceedings noted. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR text, but the event involves law enforcement action and a formal judicial process.
A man described as a delivery worker and soldier is accused of a serious assault on a girl aged around ten. Witnesses say the child rode with the man last Saturday, and the girl’s mother pressed for a formal prosecution while officials noted the case involves a person connected to military service.
In Reno Nevada a noted actor Goodwin faces a court case regarding divorce. The report notes his recent arrival and expected defense, with details of allegations and appearances discussed by Dodge and Harv as they prepare for proceedings and potential continuances.
A letter from Rev Edward C. Campbell recounts a village on Sibert Eslimoy coast driven to starvation after a harsh winter. The story describes villagers sheltering in derelict homes, cannibalism rumors, and a dramatic transformation of a lone community into a cautionary tale presented to a Presbyterian audience. The account links the tragedy to broader religious and social commentary, mentioning the St Lawrence Inland region and associated figures.
German promoter Rien brings a major mirthful production to Weber and Felicity Studio. Weber's Mitele Hall hosts a lengthy theatrical run praised as one of Broadway's most successful mirthful shows.
100000 acres fruit land to be opened for entry under Garey Act with round trip excursion sales. Mnidwell Newipa Bolsa Iabo Tawi by excursion tinkers on Keda from Ogden Ovl. 8 4 6 17 18. 15000 acres land shown as available. travel details and agent contacts provided for participation. See agents for particulars.
An old style ad for a restaurant announces open hours from 12 to 7 with wine available and oysters in any style. It advertises private dining parlor for ladies and mentions food and beverages prepared by proprietors FoOn & Leo at 72 Twenty-fifth Street, Ouden, Italy.
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