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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Reporter
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1908
Page
7
A primer on using Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a home laxative and liver aid. The text extols its gentle yet effective action, claims to improve digestion, stimulate the liver and blood, and regulate stomach function. It touts being non groping, pleasant tasting, economical, and guaranteed to do what is claimed.
George Uhlman, an employee of A B Walker stock farmer near Rushville, was killed instantly when an Indianapolis Traction car struck him at a crossroads station. He had accompanied Mrs Cornelia Lyons to assist her on the car and signaled with a light before the collision. The motorman did not see the signal as the plane lights were extinguished.
Maurice Hammore hides from life behind papers and solitaire while his wife confesses loneliness. An emotional rift sparks when he returns home to find her asleep at his desk, tears blurred on a card as he contemplates a forbidden spark. The scene unfolds in a quiet, domestic drama.
A severe electrical storm with violent wind sweeps Laporte County. Trees toppled and barns struck by lightning burned. miles of fences leveled and several miraculous escapes reported. Michigan City suffers the worst loss as First Presbyterian church burns. total damage about 20000 dollars.
A circuit court jury awarded Joseph W. West 1544 damages after his son Frank West, 18, was killed crossing a railroad near Mier, six years ago. The railroad will appeal to the higher court for a second time.
Signalman and tower operator William Brock at a crucial Lake Shore junction near South Bend is alleged to have fallen asleep on duty after a circus visit. Train men awakened him as a fast train on the main line ran without clear orders, risking many lives.
The Masonic lodge of Marion will lay the corner stone for Marion's new federal building valued at 100000 dollars. Grand master Charles N. Mikels of Newcastle will conduct the ceremony with invitations extended to various state lodges. date to be set in about six weeks.
Sheriff George Shively of Towner County North Dakota obtained a requisition for Albert Perry from Gov. Hanly. Perry, living at the Wabash Fulton and Miami county intersection, was missing when officers arrived and believed to be hiding near his home as authorities aided the search. He faces forgery charges.
Army worms devastate farmland in Shelby County with multiple large hay and grass fields damaged. Charles Sindlinger loses 24 acres of timothy hay in Brandywine township, George Holmes reports 20 acres of blue grass, and John B Harrell of Indianapolis another sizeable field in Brandywine township.
Centerville June 23 organization of the Sixth district corn school was held at Center ville under Prof. Christie of Purdue university. Officers chosen include President C. W. Jordan Richmond Secretary Oscar E. Fulghan Center township Treasurer Mark A. Stevens Centerville.
Shelbyville June 22 The dynamiting of fish in Shelby county may end soon as a Fish Protective association is being organized to aid prosecutions of violators of fish laws.
Emanuel M. Lutz, SO, a leading Wabash resident and six year president of the Wabash Fair association, passed away. He was a prominent state fair figure and successful stockman shipping goods from the area.
H Stokes Bennett former Evansville city councilman and postmaster under Benjamin Harrison died after a yearlong illness. He was a prominent Republican in the First congressional district.
Henry J. Bronnenberg chosen to succeed Judge M. A. Chipman after his resignation. appointment announced June 23 in Anderson.
An unknown thief robbed the gin seng patch belonging to William Compton near Boggstown and secured about 100 dollars worth of root.
A traditional advertisement extols Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as highly effective for women’s ailments. It cites testimonials from over a million letters stored in the Pinkham Laboratory in Lynn Massachusetts, claiming surgical avoidance and restoration of feminine health through herbal ingredients.
Historical note asserts catarrh as a constitutional disease and promotes Hall’s Catarrh Cure by J Cheney Co Toledo Ohio. Claims cure via blood and mucous surfaces with a 100 dollar test and circulars offered. Also recommends Hall’s Family Pills for constipation.
A fragmented dialogue shows a farmer teasing about green apples while Fresh Air Kids boast about street ice cream. Abigail notes a family memory with Gold Medal Flour as Martha responds cautiously.
A cure for sore nipples is claimed using Chamberlains Salve applied after nursing. Wipe off before the next feeding. Many trained nurses report best results. Available from W. H. Porter.
Parasols showcase lifelike handles with deep pink cam elan roses and crystal and gold closed lilies. Animal motifs also appear with a pelican head in ivory and jade colored bird heads in green and blue. Tiny fans hidden in the handles add a practical touch.
The Worcester St. Casimir's church will install cash registers at the doors for offerings. Rev Rodziewicz announces the plan ordered by Bishop Beaver to collect payments at service entrances and reduce handling.
In a diary style note the author recalls being drafted into the Lady Cossacks Military Band after Mrs Floretta Doodle Tarara pitches the idea. The narrator, who cannot play an instrument, is told she will learn by performing in a bloomer suit as a poster girl for summer park audiences.
Reports note troubling tangles in church finances and related affairs. The wording implies ongoing concerns affecting church governance and stability.
The thirty second national Saengerfest of North America Saengerbund ended in Indianapolis with Milwaukee chosen as the next host city. J Hanno Deiler of New Orleans was re elected president. Milwaukee Mayor Rose welcomed singers to next gathering. An executive board was named including members from Chicago Allegheny Philadelphia Cincinnati St Louis Toledo Cleveland Louisville and other cities. The 1935 event will be held in Milwaukee.
An advertisement touts The First Requisite of Beauty a clear complexion. Orion Laxative Fruit Syrup is promoted to clear a sallow blotched skin by stimulating the liver and bowels and making eyes bright. It claims no nausea or griping and urges refusing substitutes.
Local readers praise Doan's Ointment for instant itch relief and skin cure. Attorney Frank Swigart attests it cleared a long standing hand eruption. Buffalo New York is cited as the official agents for the United States with a 50 cent price.
Area schedule effective February 10 1908 shows Loganport to Indianapolis trains with multiple departures from 5 00 am to 11 00 pm limited service. All but the 11 00 pm run connect at Tipton for Ek wood Alexandria Fairmount Anderson Middletown Muncie and other stations.
The Fort Wayne and Wabash Valley Traction Company announces effective June 1 1908 new train times for interurban services to Peru Wabash Huntington Fort Wayne and intermediate points with additional runs to Delphi Lafayette and other locales. Limited cars will stop only in town. Some special runs serve Huntington Boyd Park and freight service between Fort Wayne Logansport and Lafayette is improved. R T Gunn superintendent transit Fort Wayne Ind.
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