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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Reporter
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jul 22, 1908
Page
1
Governor Hanly and the state board push for bids on next year’s public school books, signaling potential changes to geographies arithmetic readers and copy books. Indiana spends about 700000 annually on texts, with a ten year contract worth 7000000, as suppliers press for renewal before expiration.
Mrs. Mackay sues James M Chandler for 10000 damages in circuit court here for the killing of her husband Frank L Mackay a commission broker. Chandler is under indictment for the murder. Both families were prominent in local finance. The murder happened in Mackay's office two weeks earlier over a business deal.
Washington July 22 President Gompers Secretary Morrison and John Mitchell of the AFL executive council were cited to answer on September next a charge of contempt for violating a court injunction forbidding them from continuing a 4 percent boycott against the Bucks Stove and Range Company.
Lewis E. Worster of Montpelier assumes control of the Red Man weekly, formerly published by James P. Williams of Muncie. He faces a prison sentence for the killing of an employee.
William H. Roles formerly of this city starred at the Bremerton Washington track meet on July 4 while serving in the United States Marine Corps. He won three firsts in events including the standing broad jump 100 yard dash and 120 yard hurdle and pitched a standout game. Roles has not lost a game since arriving west earning rising fame in Marine athletic circles.
Mrs John M Johnston wife of Postmaster Font Me Johnston broke her wrist yesterday while skating at Spencer park She chaperoned a party of girls and was unaccustomed to the skates Dr N W Cady treated her injuries and she remains at home 2330 Broadway
John D Rockefeller predicted Judge Landis would be long dead before Standard Oil paid the $29 million fine for rail rebates. The U S court of appeals reversed Landis ruling, remanding for a new trial as the penalty was excessive and cruelly punitive. Locals in Logansport echoed the prophecy and blamed the judge for causing business slowdown.
Mrs J B Shultz plans a musicale here if Julia Cramer Kerlin stops en route to Lake Winona. Kerlin, former local resident, is described as a musician of rare ability.
State department report shows Logansport with 2234 workers in shops and factories in 1907, up from 2167 in 1906, while Kokomo records 5286 in 1907. Major factory employers include Panhandle shops 850, Western Motor Works 275, Vandalia shops 175, with several small plants and laundries adding workers.
The local Biks will dedicate its new home in October with a formal program and a large number of visiting lodges expected to attend.
Sullivan Ind July 22 The county assessor Frank Hiatt reports mineral wealth in Sullivan equities increased about 100 007 in mass valuation over the past year. Mineral lands assessment stands at 853 115 up about 5 000 from last year while mine personal property adds about 95 000 due to listing 43 items instead of 12. Mining firms pay just over 43 percent of county taxes.
The will of Jackson Hamilton who died in Richmond last week was filed for probate. The first will left all property to three sons John W James A and Andrew P and stepson John A Norgreen. Executors named John W died. codicil appoints Henry M Charles. The surviving three heirs share one third each.
The Knights of Columbus held their annual picnic at Spencer Park with hundreds attending. Attendees arrived with baskets and dinner was served along the river. athletic events were enjoyed and a baseball game was postponed until late afternoon to allow the sun to dry the diamonds.
George Briggs was arrested by Constable Dunkle and brought before Judge Hanawalt on an affidavit for nonpayment of dog taxes. Briggs claimed the dog belonged to his son at home and arranged for his son to settle the debt.
Mrs. Nancy Booth mother of Mrs. W T Giffe marks her ninety third birthday and may be the county's oldest resident. A Booth family reunion is planned for tomorrow at Spencer Park.
William Randolph Hearst targets Indiana candidates with mailed questions on initiative referendum and recall. Candidates must reply or face scorn from Hearst speakers visiting the state. Replies directed to 69 Dearborn Street, Chicago.
The city’s annual report from the printer shows debt reduced to 50706.03 dollars. The fire chief reports 122 runs with total loss listed as 50 dollars. The treasurer records year collections at 306284.44 and disbursements at 250388.59, leaving 69896.05 on hand at year start.
Police report three stores entered last night by forcing windows or doors. Loot included 1.50 in change at Luick's meat market and a small ham with two dollars in nickels at Routh's meat market. Castle's grocery appeared untouched. Authorities say new suspects were taken into custody and more arrests expected.
Isaac Shideler the retired merchant marks his seventy third birthday today and says he feels as young as ever. Mrs. Cook Taylor of 614 Broadway, a longtime friend, celebrated her seventy third birthday Monday and teases Ike about being two days younger while noting she can climb Broadway hill more easily. Shideler weighs 250 pounds.
The city controller's annual report is cited showing about fifty to sixty dollars spent on bicycle repairs for Captain George H. Graham and twenty five dollars paid for secret service duty. It notes tin star detectives costing around one hundred dollars with little result, as no convictions were secured and public sympathy waned.
A major fire yesterday in Bringhurst consumed the Hinkle general store Dr. R. Tedrick's livery stable and office DeMar's meat market and a veterinary office. The total loss is estimated at 12906 dollars. The Flora hook and ladder crew aided by attaching to W. B. Hinder's automobile fought the blaze.
Mrs Jennie Simons was adjudged insane in Judge Graves' court and committed to Longcliff after a witness testimony panel proved insanity. Constable Beading Flanagan led the information filing. detectives Morgan and Wilt assisted in removing her from Wabash avenue residence.
William Hitesman of Hartford City Indiana went insane after paying 300 to settle a breach of promise suit. He lived with his brother and father when illness required a young woman to help at home. The compromise occurred in Squire Fargo's court and Fargo faces a disciplinary charge.
Sawdust in the chute to the furnace room at the Bligh planing mill caught fire this moon at 12:30, triggering a fire call. The material burned slowly but produced heavy smoke, leading residents to fear a bigger blaze. Part was extinguished with chemical, the rest shoveled into the furnace.
Harvey Cummings of the firm Cummings and Viney furniture dealers underwent surgery at St Josephs hospital this morning. The operation was performed by Drs Bradfield Rubsam and Gilbert and his condition showed steady improvement by this afternoon.
Local Country club members and golf players travel to Marion tomorrow morning as guests of the Marion Golf Club. The day is set for various amusements and an informal golf contest, with many local club members attending.
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