Telegraphic Brevities Noted Obits and Early 1900s Averages
Anthony Roose a pioneer merchant of San Francisco died after a long illness at 71. The British steamer Advance sunk in collision with the bark lverna near New Castle New South Wales with all but one crew drowned. Willard Stearns former governor candidate and Adrian Press editor died at Adrian aged 73. Judge in Los Angeles seeks to bar tips on horse racing by municipal ordinance. A man broods over family disgrace after father’s whipping by night riders. Roy Rogers 20 son of Presley Rogers, committed suicide at Hopkinsville Kentucky. New York port foreign commerce fell 79118 in year ending June 30 1908 despite US totals dropping 202402943.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Castle
Willard Stearns
Michigan
Ocratic
Adrian Press
Adrian
Jamiof
Superior Court
Los Angeles
Cal
Roy Rogers
Presley Rogers
Hopkinsville
New York
United States
Six Athletes Suspended by Amateur Union
Six athletes were suspended by the registration committee of the Amateur Athletic Union. Named in the action are Melvin W. Sheppard Iles Bacon Harry F. Porter Jorge V. Bonhag of the Irish American Athletic Club F G Bellars of the New York Athletic Club and J J Lee formerly of the Boston Athletic Association now unattached. The charges allege professionalism for accepting or seeking excessive expenses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Amateur Athletic Union
Melvin W. Sheppard
Iles Bacon
Harry F. Porter
Jorge V. Bonhag
Irish-American Athletic Club
F. G. Bellars
New York Athletic Club
J. J. Lee
Boston Athletic Association
Deserted Husband Kills Actor in Denver Hallway
C Burdette Bell a laundry worker fired five shots at actor C Cavier Dury known as J Byron Allenton. Dury died instantly in a rooming house hallway where he and Bell's wife lived. Bell surrendered and Mrs Bell is in custody. Bell says the act stemmed from attempts to persuade his wife to return to him.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Denver
Col
C. Burdette Bell
C. Cavier Dury
J. Byron Allenton
Dury
Bell
Arkansas Judge Fines Grain Dealer for Rebates
In Little Rock on December 29 Judge Trieber imposed a 15000 dollar fine on T. H. Bunch a leading grain dealer who pleaded guilty to accepting rebates from the Missouri Pacific and St Louis Iron Mountain and Southern systems.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Rock
Ark
Trieber
T. H. Bunch
Missouri Pacific
St. Louis Iron Mountain & Southern Systems
Maj DeWitt C Smith Dies At 79 In Missouri
Maj De Witt Clinton Smith aged 79 died in P City Missouri. He will be buried in Ripon Wisconsin next Friday. He came from Minneapolis Minnesota twelve years ago and leased the Bonaventure hotel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
DeWitt C. Smith
P City
DeWitt Clinton Smith
Ripon
Wis
Maj. Smith
Minneapolis
Minn
Bonaventure
Markets Report Sparkling Flours And Waxy Wheat Prices
Chicago market shows flour strength with various wheat grades listed and mixed prices. Reports from New York add spot firmness for No 2 red No 1 northern and related wheat futures with assorted prices and market steady signals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Duluth
Chicago and Omaha cattle and hog market snapshot
Market notes from Chicago and Omaha show cattle values rising with good to fancy steers at 5.00 to 7.75, native and western stockers and feeders around 2.50 to 5.00, and calves 3.00 to 6.00. Hogs remain strong with prime to heavy butchers near 5.60 to 5.90, with lighter weights around 5.25 to 6.75 and yearling sheep and lambs listed for context.
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Chicago
Minnesota
Omaha
Neb
Texas
The Reporter Available at Local Stands
The Reporter is on sale at Roy al Brave cigar store 411 Fourth Street Porter's cigar store 324 Market Street and at the Interurban news stand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Royal Brave Cigar
Fourth Street
Porter's Cigar Store
Market Street
Home Remedy Promises Kidney Relief and Uric Acid Cure
An old advertisement claims a home mixture can restore kidney function and treat bladder troubles and rheumatism. It lists Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Karyon, and Compound Syrup Sarsaparilla to be shaken and taken after meals and at night. The claim notes rapid relief within a week for frequent urination, backache, and related symptoms.
Tower of Babel Located in India Says Calcutta Consul General
Consul General William H. Michael reports to the department of commerce and labor that India has about 150 languages most unwritten. He notes Indians coming to Calcutta who find no one understanding their vernacular and courts struggle with litigants and witnesses who speak unfamiliar languages.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
William H. Michael
Calcutta
India
Department of Commerce and Labor
Comstock Limits Memoir Publication for Tom Platt
The question asks whether R. Anthony Comstock will allow Tom Platt to publish his memoirs, implying potential censure or censorship by the famed anti obscenity crusader of the era.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
R. Anthony Comstock
Tom Platt
Local Market Report From Kinney and Beyer Bros
Local market report lists prices for eggs per dozen, oats, white oats, corn mixed and white, and corn yellow. Corrected daily figures are provided by Bishop Elevator Co and Beyer Bros with product names and prices throughout the fragment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Beyer Bros
Wedseha
Awtabid Tere
Ctiswepe
Tee Buhadoenens
DOE
Cedecek Weadudatanas
Bishop Elevator Co PS
Ee Iekaes
Market price corrections for cattle and calves noted
Corrected daily by W C Routh shows cattle prices per hundredweight with ranges for heifers calves and cows. Prices span five to five eighty five dollars for heifers five to five fifty for cows and three to four dollars for calves and old sheep per cwt.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. C. Routh
Ince
OURS
Ccces
Live Stock Market Report from Logansport Yards
Daily quoted market at Logansport Union Stock Yards shows hog categories with weights and price ranges. Pigs 100 to 130 lbs fetch 4.00 to 4.50 dollars, light hogs 130 to 160 lbs 5.00 to 5.25, middle hogs 170 to 190 lbs 5.25 to 5.50, and heavy hogs 5.60 to 5.85 dollars with an unclear note 4.40 to 6.15 at end.
Hides and Wool Corrected Daily by B V Cook & Co
Corrected daily by B V Cook and Company in Pennsylvania with updated market terms for hides and wool. The short note lists bid levels and market notes for buyers and sellers in the regional trade.
All Dope On Jim McAleer The Sensitivity Star
The hard pressed days of Jim McAleer cumulated in vivid scenes. He is depicted as a superb fielder with a fragile pride and biting reactions to jokes about his batting. Anecdotes recount dramatic catches and fiery exchanges with fans in Louisville and other venues, illustrating his intense character both on and off the field.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McAleer
Jim
Glenville
Kennard
Louisville
Baltimore
John L Sullivan the Mighty Roman of Boxing Fame
The article portrays John L. Sullivan as a larger-than-life figure famed for twelve years of dominant fighting. It notes his wealth, three marriages, and a present divorce, then lauds his enduring popularity and current temperance preaching in old age.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John L
Sullivan
Boston
Carnegie Advises Congress to Use Its Brains on Tax Aid
A historical remark shows Carnegie urging the Ways and Means Committee to employ intellect in shaping tax policy, treating brainpower as essential equipment for lawmakers. The statement reflects his view that thoughtful analysis should guide fiscal decisions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Carnegie
Congressional Ways and Means Committee
Jeffries Asked to Meet Johnson in Big Heavyweight Clash
Sydney reports talks aimed at bringing James J. Jeffries out of retirement to challenge newly crowned champion Johnson. promoter Hugh McIntosh plans a $50 000 purse and sails to the U S next January to lure Jeffries, citing Johnson Burns receipts of about 150 000 as proof of potential draw. Burns and Johnson split large purses with Burns earning roughly 36 000 from the bout and Johnson about 7 509.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Squires
Burns
Johnson
Johnson-Burns
James J. Jeffries
California
Rushcutters Bay
Jeffries
Hugh McIntosh
United States
England
Very Low Holiday Rates via Wabash R. R.
Low holiday fares announced by the Wabash Railroad with sale dates December 24 25 and December 31 January 1. Return by January 4 for inclusive travel. Details available at the Wabash ticket office by phone 158.
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Wabash Ticket Office
Johnson Burns Fight Ends With Bruised Jaw Claim
Indiana Union Traction Co. believed a negro’s heavy swings broke a white man’s jaw, but it was only a bruise. The French Canadian fighter sticks to his prior vow of retirement after meeting Johnson. He earned about $200,000 in his career and will retire. Promoter McIntosh sails for London with moving pictures of the Johnson Burns bout.
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McIntosh
Burns
Johnson
Bill Squires
Squires
Jack
Sydney Music Hall
London
Johnson-Burns
Fragmentary courtroom dialogue and social quip
A judge questions a witness about a drunken husband and the witness confirms heavy drinking, noting he is still better-natured when drunk. The text includes a quip about payment leading to less pleasure for housekeepers and a society shun for Mrs Lowry for lacking appendicitis, bridge, or smoking.
Orino Urino Laxative Promises Liver Relief
A druggist endorses Orino Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup claiming permanent relief from habitual constipation by stimulating the liver and restoring natural bowel action without irritation. The product is described as mild, pleasant, non nauseating, and non gripping.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Porter
Logansport Business Directory Offers Moderate Ad Rates
Local business directory promotes affordable advertising options for shops and services in Loganport. Advertisers may reach customers effectively at a moderate cost.
Columbia Brewing Co. advertises its "Columbia" beer
The Columbia Brewing Co makers of the famous Columbia beer offer a family trade advertisement. It notes telephone number 40 and promotes a beer that has no peer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Columbia Brewing Co
Carpenter Repair Work by DeFord at 315 W Fifth Street
H A DeFord offers carpenter services including hard wood floor repair and old furniture repair and novelty wood work. Also manufactures DeFord spice medicine and combination toilet cabinets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. DeFord
Job
DeFord
Orwin & Son on Broadway Sell Cigars and Candies
Orwin and Son at 301 Third Street corner Broadway advertise dealers in cigars tobaccos and smokers articles plus fine pipes and candies inviting customers to enjoy their wares in the corner room Broadway theatre building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Orwin & Son
Third Street
Broadway Theatre
Local Coal and Building Supply Ad at 515 Market
Co L Dilley and Co at 515 Market street advertises the highest grade coal and sells horse feed lime cement and sewer pipe with telephone service billed as No 87 for customer orders and inquiries.
Cleaning and Repairing at H Weber on Pearl Street
H Weber offers clothing cleaning, repair, pressing, and tailoring services at 310 Pearl Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Weber
Pearl Street
Bozer F M Dentist Office Location
Dentist F M Bozer operates at Parlor corner of Fourth and Broadway above City National Bank. Office phone 363, residence 1463.
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F. M. Bozer
D. D
Fourth and Broadway
City National Bank
Delzell Ad Listings Contact Info and Addresses
An office at 404 Market Street with stairway east of Ray's Grocery and a residence at 1918 North Street lists phones 253 and 633. The notice promises complete satisfaction.
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D. E. Delzell
Market Street
Ray
North Street
Flour and Feed Co. Dilley Establishment
Flour and feed outlet operated by L Dilley & Co at 515 Market Street offers flour, feed, and hay with telephone service through number 87.
Local Horseshoeing Services At A Glance
J C Julian offers horse shoeing and blacksmithing from 514 High Street between Fifth and Sixth streets with guaranteed satisfaction and reasonable pricing. Ed Osborne, successor to John M Thompson, provides expert horseshoeing at 122 Sixth Street with prompt reliable work guaranteed.
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J. C. Julian
High Street
Sixth Streets
ED Osborne
Bixth Street
John M. Thompson
Harness Buggies and Wagons at Honest Prices
Young and Custer advertise as the old reliable dealer at 310 Fifth Street and 318 Market Street offering harnesses buggies and wagons at reasonable prices with contact phones 729 and 948 respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Young & Custer
Fifth Street
Market Street
Insurance ad for George H. Gise offers loans and policies
A classified style notice by George H. Gise advertises insurance of all kinds and loan services. It mentions a corner room over Powell bank and access to 5 percent money, with office phone 482 and residence phone 238.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
George H. Gise
Powell Bank
Parker Johnston interior finishing and store fixtures
Parker and Johnston advertise a specialty in interior finishing and store fixtures offering high grade workmanship. Their yard mill and office sit at the corner of Spencer and Werkley streets with telephone service listed at 113.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Parker & Johnston
Spencer and Werkley Streets
Novelty Wood Work Ad for H A DeFord
N Novelty Work offers carpentry furniture and hardwood floor repair by H A DeFord at 315 Fifth Street telephone 1531B2. Skilled craftsperson provides custom wood work and repair services.
Printer’s address and services listed at Reporter Office
The notice advertises printing services at Reporter Office located at 525 Broadway offering letter heads envelopes statements bill heads cards posters and meal and milk tickets for job printing needs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Broadway
Ling
Tailoring and Repairing by H Weber at Pearl Street
H Weber on 219 Pearl Street offers tailoring and repair services. Spring and summer patterns ready for inspection. Suits priced from 15 dollars and up, trousers from 4 dollars and up. Come and see.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Weber
Pearl Street
TINNERS H J Trah Practical Roofing and Repairs Ad
H J Trah announces tinning and roofing services including slate and metal roofing guttering spouting and flue tops. Furnace repair and general repair work offered to be done in the best possible manner. Located at 311 Fifth Street with phone 802.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. J. Trah
Fifth Street
Local Roofing and Iron Works Ad by John Mehaffie
John Mehaffie advertises galv anized metal work at 318 Fifth Street. Telephone 59. Offers skylights tin iron slate roofing spouting and all kinds of Gs and iron repairing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Mehaffie
Fifth Street
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Anthony Roose
San Francisco
Acu
Tower OF Babel
Michael
Local Market Report
F. W. Kinney & Co
Sco Tk
Gaws Aie Matsona
Ais
Arate
Hina Bowie
The
Logansport Union
B. V. Cook & Co
Ncccceee
Weceese Ood
Mistah Johnsing
Heah
the Little Old Man
Jim McAleer
Diamond
Burkett
Old Jose
Ring
John L. Sullivan
Sherman
John L. Sulivan
Sydney
Wabash R. R
Holiday Travel
Indiana Union Traction Co
Bree
Ciety
Logansport Business Directory
Coal and Feed
Co. L. Dilley & Co
I Insurance
Tinners
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