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Newspaper

Logansport Daily Reporter

Location

Logansport, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Dec 03, 1908

Page

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Memorial next Sunday observance by Logansport Lodge No.66

Logansport lodge No. 66 EB P D Ellis will hold its annual memorial services next Sunday afternoon in the first hall. This will be the first memorial in the new building. Thirty four deceased members are listed plus three deaths this year Allen Richardson Charlies H Church and William Monte Swigart. The program features Steinhart’s Orchestra Ellis Band Rev John C White Quartette Lead Kindly Light Mirto Cipresso Graziana and more. Officers and ushers are named for the occasion.

Fone Lodge Allen Richardson Charlies H Church William Monte Swigart M. C. Heenan Edwin Stuart M. D. Fansler John Lux Rev. T. S. Freeman Harry Neal Isaac Himmelberger Robert Carroll Lincoln Allery James McKague W. T. Messenger George Gonser Miller Uhl John Bliss William Dowling Minor West Havard Gardner Clarence Terrell W. H. Reed J. W. Gates Jacob Sebastian Oscar Lienneman Jacob Cook W. J. 1Uller Michael Wade Lincoln Pilling Beth M. Velsey John Manes Fred Gruner Gus C. Heppe William Cummings J. H. McSheehy Ellis Jayceation John C. White Kindly Light Joseph Bahr Paul Oltf MD Dinford H. J. McSheehy Charles J. F‘ecker Michael F. Sullivan D. A. Middleton Herbert A. Brown George A. Raub Samuel P. Anderson Tyler James M. Douglass Mer Guard John W. Holland Paul Ward John BE. MecMillen John G. Keip David D. Fickle Uushers George A. Custer Usher Homer Goddard Cleo Tousley Michael Fansler Charlies Linton Allen Nelson James Stanton

Rights Wrong 40 Years Old

Laporte Indiana December 3 Believing eternal welfare at stake C Vail a Colby Kansas contractor sent a draft for 11 90 to Laporte county clerk George Link claiming restitution for bounty money taken illegally forty years ago The draft accompanied by a letter stating the lad obtained seven fox scalps and that 3 50 received then with 6 per cent interest for forty years totals 11 90 and was credited to the bounty fund as conscience money

Laporte Ind C. Vail Colby Kansas George Link Laporte Circuit Laporte County

McCaffrey Elected President of Farmers and Merchants Bank

Charles McCaffrey was chosen president and S A Vaughn named vice president at a Tuesday evening meeting. Abner T Owen had previously held the presidency. Bowen resigned some time ago and is rumored to start another bank here once a suitable room is found.

Charles McCaffrey S. A. Vaughn Farmers’ and Merchants’ Bank McCaffrey Abner T. Owen Bowen Rom

No Grand Jury This Term Court

Prosecutor George A. Custer says a grand jury may not be called this term and he may not have time for jury work before the January term. The Panhandle railroad yards killing of Vincent Hermann by Milburn prompts the court to consider whether others encouraged the youths to clash, with Coroner Miller urging arrest and punishment.

George A .Custer Panhandle Milburn Vincent Hermann Miller Hermann Youg Milburn

Fourth Anniversary Services At Market Street Church

The Market Street M E Church opens its fourth anniversary with an evening service led by Rev J L Naftzger superintendent of the Muneie district who will sing a solo. Mrs BR O Penn also performs a solo and leads singing. All are invited.

Market Street M. BE J. L. Naftzger Muneie BR. O. Penn

Third Lecture by Edward Hilliett at Broadway Theatre

Edward Hilliett appeared as the third speaker in the YMCA lecture series at the Broadway Theatre last evening. A fair crowd heard his talk titled Man of the Hour detailing a powerful story.

Edward Hilliett Broadway Theatre Hiliott

Postoffices in Cass County Affected by Civil Service Order

President Roosevelt directs that all fourth class postmasters in Cass County must pass civil service exams for appointment. Twelve offices shift from commission-based pay to civil service eligibility, with life tenure for qualified appointees. Current postmasters not required to take exams. successors will.

Cass County Roosevelt Royal Center Clymer Bruce Reed Galveston Frank Morrison Hoover Peter Enyart Kenneth Max Baker Lake Cicott Frank Loser

Delphi Schools Closed By Scarlet Fever Outbreak

Scarlet fever has forced Delphi schools to close with about forty cases reported in town. Fifteen to sixteen cases are believed confined to three houses.

Delphi Tere

Polo Polo Polo in Richmond League Revival Moves

Richmond polo enthusiasts push for a Western Polo League revival with Logansport excluded due to lack of playing space. Clubs in Anderson Elwood Indianapolis Kokomo Marion Muncie back a league, while Spencer Park may host games after renovations. Logansport fans yearn but have no venue.

Wogansport Richmond Indiana Logansport Broadway Spencer Park Ittes Anderson Elwood Indianapolis Kokomo Marion Muncie

Rioters Attack Perth Amboy Fire Proofing Plant

A mob of about one hundred strike sympathizers armed with revolvers attacked the National Fire Proofing works in Perth Amboy New Jersey early yesterday. Police guards of forty faced the assault as shots were exchanged. professional strike breakers legitimized as deputies led a counter charge and cleared the area with no guard injuries.

Perth Amboy N. J National Fire Proofing Works

Lodges Hold Busy Huy Sessions Elect Officers

Fraternal and insurance orders in the city held meetings last night to elect officers for the coming year. A busy period follows as many lodges plan similar sessions in the next week.

Valley schedule changes Sunday draw officials' concern

The Ft. Wayne and Wabash Valley Traction line will implement a new Sunday morning timetable next week. Local officials do not yet know the exact changes though extra cars are expected and two previously retrenched crews may regain positions. Christmas traffic is forecast to be heavy and more cars may be added for the period.

Ft. Wayne & Wabash Valley Traction Company

Lincoln Circle No. 1 Officers Elected by G A R Ladies

Lincoln circle No 1 Ladies of the G A R elected officers Tuesday afternoon led by Mrs Mary Cley inger as president and Katie Enwart as senior vice Rebecca May served as chaplain Nellie Henke as treasurer Mattie Miller as conductor Jacinda Crockett as guard and Miss Fern Wright as pianist Installation is set for the lodge's first meeting in January Delegates named include Mrs Mattie Miller Rebecca May Miss Fern Wright and Mrs Anna King Jennie Shaffer Mrs Joe Kinney and Mrs Lois Wilson.

Lincoln Circle No G. A. BR Mary Cleyinger Katie Enwart Margaret Wright, Jr Rebecca May Nellie Henke Mattie Miller Jacinda Crockett Fern Wright Anna King Jennie Shaffer Joe Kinney Lois Wilson

Pathfinders Elect Officers For The Following Year

The Pathfinders met in regular session and elected officers for the coming year. George Hiegolin as supreme secretary and W F. Waslen as state trustee were present. Officers include President Joseph A. DeFord and Vice President Nora E. Marshall with several other roles noted.

Pathfinders Eyning Rgular George Hioglin W. F.aslen Joseph A. DeFord Cora E. Marshall Nettie S. Schallinger J. E. Reed Larry Collins Lillian D Ford Frank Carringer Cus

Galveston Considered Public Telephone Franchise

The Independent Telephone Company of Kokomo petitioned Galveston officials for a franchise to install a telephone system. Home Telephone already operates an exchange in the city, and approval could bring more phones. An acetylene street light test is underway. success may lead to a full system.

Independent Telephone Company of Kokomo Town Board of Galveston

Two Morning Fires Cause Minor Smoke and Sparks

Two small fires occurred this morning with minimal damage. Dr. D. E. Delzell's office in the Surdan block on Market street reported smoke from crossed electric wires. Wagons returned to service after the Minneman saloon on Sycamore street had a coal spill burning a small floor hole.

D. E. Delzell Surdan Block Market Street Minneman Sycamore Street

Bendix Directors Return From Chicago Inspect Books

Bendix Automobile company directors return from Chicago after inspecting company books and confirming the finance as represented. Vincent Pendix will finish plans for new local buildings tomorrow and construction will begin at once.

Bendix Automobile Company Chicago Vincent Pendix

Illness Delays $50,000 Libel Suit in Monticello

Bessie Cro nin’s action against two Logansport newspapers for 50,000 damages was postponed due to her illness and rescheduled for December 15 in Monticello.

Bessie Cronin Logansport Monticello

Benefield Held for Grand Jury in Brass Theft Case

Panhandle Detective Strahle alleges John Benefield stole about 50 dollars worth of brass from engines and cars. Benefield pleaded not guilty and was held on 500 dollar bonds after waiving preliminary examination. The grand jury will decide on charges.

Turley John Benefield Panhandle Strahle Benefield

Governor Marshall to reconstitute police boards with party balance

Governor elect Thomas R. Marshall says he will appoint two Democrats and one Republican to metropolitan police boards statewide regardless of city administration. This implies either T. R. Sewell or S. S B. Woyer will be fired and replaced by a Democrat, while Sheerin remains the other Democrat on the board.

Thomas R. Marshall T. R. Sewell S. S B. Woyer Sheerin

Dedication Date Set for English Lutheran Church

The English Lutheran church dedication moves to Sunday December 20 from December 13. A high quality program is being prepared for the event.

City to Redeem New Motors as Old Units Surveyed

City officials plan to replace motors with new three phase compatible units as electric service shifts. Prof Esterline and David Loftus will survey all motors, purchasing nearly new units and installing upgraded motors free of charge, while older models will be appraised and bought first. New motors promise lower current use and greater power.

J. Walter Esterline Esterline David Loftus City Electric Light Department

Talk of New York theater troupe to reach Marion via Panhandle

The Talk of New York theatrical company will travel from the east over the Wabash to this city and be delivered to the Panhandle for transport to Marion on the fifteenth of the month.

The Panhandle New York” Theatrical Company Marion Wabash

D. T. Banta Dies in Guatemala After Illness

D. T. Banta, former Logansport resident, died in Guatemala on October 28 from bowel trouble that developed into tuberculosis. He worked for the Guatemala Central railroad for over four years and was buried there. Horatio D. Jinalconu, foreman at the railroad, reports Banta was popular, had many friends, and requested his death notice be published to inform his Indiana father.

D. T. Banta Logansport Guatemala Central America Daily Reporter Horatio D. J.incolnu Guatemala Central Railroad Santa Cass County Lincoln Banta Quatemala Lncoln Guatemala Central Indiana Kent United States

Lilliputian Wedding Stages Pantomime in Royal Center

Miss Clara Kistler and Roger Frantz tied no license for a tiny nuptial in Royal Center. A seven year old minister officiated as 35 children under seven performed a pantomime wedding to raise funds for the Christian church, praised for clever acting.

Royal Center Clara Kistler Roger Frantz Lewis Williams West

Yevell Praises Taft at Ninth Street Meeting

Reverend Herbert Yevell led evangelistic meetings at Ninth Street Christian Church praising President elect Taft for giving up beer and predicting Roosevelt and Bryan may seek the presidency again. The service opened with six converts baptized and drew attendees from the countryside. The night’s topic was The Sleeping Dove, with Angels of God planned for the next session.

Herbert Yevell Ninth Street Christian Church W. H. Taft

Grant Reports Killing Hunter's Dog After Vehicle Collision

Charles Grant recounts driving in the country last summer when he ran over and killed a dog he believed to be a valuable hunter. A nearby man offered $10 for the dog, which Grant accepted, only to learn the man claimed to be taking the dog into the woods to kill it.

Charles Grant Grant

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ELAS Logansport Brthers Logansport Lodge Steinhart’s Ee Eee hligia—‘Mirto E! Cipresso Graziana William Steinhart Garnet Arrick M’caffrey A. T. Bowen Panhand’e Hilee Hilo Amsterdam Hans Kartoffelschnitz Polo Pipe Frum Righimong New Jersey Dif Ferent Lincoln Circle Ain Still Benefeld Weld Bessie Garrison Milton Turley Vinton Elbert J. Watson Charles J. Schleiger Watson Cass Miami County Bowman Road George W. Cann Matthew Maroney GITY Motors Yevell Taft
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