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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Reporter
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1908
Page
7
Advertisement touts Dr Miles Nervine as a cure for sickness caused by a weak nervous system. Claims best results by soothing nerves and restoring vitality. Endorsed by John James of Riverton Nebr and promises pharmacist refund of first bottle if no benefit.
In Noblesville on March 2 the Standari company and plaintiffs Albert Overdorf Ozias Moody and Jacob Whistler settled and dismissed suits for injunction. The company will pay damages and acquire right of way for an oil pipeline through the farms, avoiding legal condemnation. The line will run from the Illinois oil field to the Montpelier refinery.
In South Bend on March 2 Stephen Biro, 15, shot and killed Louis Turok while Turok attempted to shoot Stephen's sister on her sick bed. The coroner deemed the shooting justifiable and released the boy.
Heavy rains and snow caused water to flood the Progressive Coal mine and the McRoy Clay mine in Brazil. The floods forced workers from the McRoy Clay plant and shut down the factory, leaving about 200 men temporarily unemployed. Most local mines suffered at least some flooding due to the weather.
Farmers in the White river bottoms west of here organize to oppose a proposed dam on White river near Hazleton. They warn of a 25 foot drop between here and Hazleton and say the dam would back still water 50 miles by river, causing annual overflows west of the city.
Fred Funk restaurant proprietor who disappeared two weeks ago has been found in Terre Haute very ill. He will return home once he can be moved. The search began at his wife’s urging while she stayed with her parents at Brazil. The motive for his disappearance is unknown.
Fort Wayne March 2 Mayor Hosey notified banks holding city funds under the new law that he expects a monthly accounting of balances for the preceding 30 days. Banks oppose the extra workload but the mayor insists the reports are necessary to know how the city's funds stand.
Mrs Florence John of Milton files a $10000 damages suit against the Cleveland Cincinnati Chicago and St Louis Railway in a death claim over her husband Horace Johns death near Milton two years ago, alleging willful negligence by the firm.
Evansville March 2 contractor August Ohm says the Evansville & Terre Haute railroad station at Main and Eighth streets will be completed around May. The station is valued at about $100 000 and represents a major rail improvement for the city.
Judge Robert L. Mason purchased the Hough farm near Greenfield, a 100 acre property on the national road, for 11600 dollars. The estate includes first class buildings and a fine country home.
The executive committee of Hanover college trustees has ordered installation of a general water system across college buildings and grounds in Madison.
Washington March 2 naval officers plan a quiet surprise for Admiral Evans as the fleet sails through the Golden Gate finishing the Pacific cruise. They propose greeting him with a commission as vice admiral of the American navy, contingent on Congress and backed by a presidential recommendation.
Joseph Gail loux, 37, a plumber's helper, was found dead in his employer’s shop in Lowell on Sunday. He had cuts and bruises on head and face, his mouth burned as if poison was poured in, and the room was filled with gas from an open jet.
A compact report notes a location connected to the Nia Virus in Mexico and mentions a railroad context. Details are fragmentary and names are partially obscured. The item signals an incident tied to a facility and transit route in the region.
Elliott and Margaret encounter Sevier in Hong Kong after a tense hunt for a missing man. Sevier invites them to the club at seven, sparking curiosity about what news he holds as Elliott weighs the trustworthiness of this encounter. Margaret probes about Sevier’s return and the sketchy resume of the evening plan.
Elliott returns from For mosa to Hongkong and receives a terse cablegram to find and buck up Henninger. Heat and rain wreak havoc on the Peak and lower city causing deaths while Margar et and Elliott rest on the mountain edge after a sweltering day.
Readers are told Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh in all stages through internal use. The ad claims it treats constitutional disease, supports the body's strength, and offers $100 for any failure to cure. Sent toledo address for testimonials. Pills for constipation also advertised.
A humorous account of Methuselah’s babyhood with exaggerated ages for biblical ancestors. It portrays Enoch’s pride, a grandGenerations photo, and early milestones. The tone imitates a local paper’s humorous feature with playful, improbable ages and events.
LEO local ticket agent M Burke lists daily trains from St Louis to New York and related routes. Times shown include 6:39 am 9:55 am 3:10 am with numerous daily departures to Kansas City Toledo and New York.
Prof H A Howell of Howell's American School Havana Cuba cites his baby's near death from a severe cold on February 3 and credits Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with prompt relief and full recovery. He notes his mother used it for years and endorses it as life saving. Sold by W H Porter.
London March 2 The engagement of the Marquis of Granby to actress Viola Tree daughter of Beerbohm Tree has caused a social stir It would be the first marriage of a duke or ducal heir to an actress The Rutlands oldest family in England with holdings like Haddon Hall Derbyshire approve the match The duke of Rutland is said to sanction it.
In the divorce court a woman retorts to the judge about a supposed celbration noting she can produce the marriage certificate. The exchange highlights tensions over proof of marriage in the divorce proceedings.
Nick Longworth delivered a speech in Congress, with the clerk reading a newspaper clipping. The scene featured chants of Rah Rah as he was praised as the brainy boy in a lighthearted moment.
Advertises Blackburns Castor Oil Pills as a tonic for the bowels and purifier for the blood. Claims concentrated sulphur, Black Cherry Root, Wild Lemon, Nux Vomica and other ingredients provide relief from dyspepsia insomnia and nervousness. Sold only in 10 25 and 50 cent packages.
A shopper asks about lace discounts and the saleswoman replies that only some laces are reduced in circumstances, not all. The exchange emphasizes selective pricing and precise policy.
Timetabled services show limited trains from early morning to night with direct connections at Tipton for Elwood, Alexandria, Fairmount, Anderson, Middletown, Muncie and other intermediate stations. Some trains connect at Tipton to reach additional towns including Elwood and Anderson.
Local agents offer coupon books with 12 dollars worth of transportation for 19 dollars. Covers 32 traction lines across Indiana Ohio and Michigan totaling 1807 miles of track.
Train lines connect Indianapolis area towns including Lafayette Crawfordsville Columbus Shelbyville Rushville Grenfield Knightstown New Castle Cambridge City Richmond and Dayton In Indiana Muncie Hartford City Montpelier Bluffton Farmland Winchester Union City Greenville and beyond.
Limited cars run with town stops only. Service between Fort Wayne and Lafayette. Cars leave Fort Wayne at 9 30 a m and Lafayette at 8 30 a m on weekdays.
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