07 Mar 1907
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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Reporter
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1907
Page
1
A fragmented reminiscence recalls walking to a village and sitting beneath a tree. The speaker notes advertisements and a long search for “the dog-goned tree” in a nostalgic, unclear vignette.
The piece reports Mayor McKee and other officials lobbying in Indianapolis against a bill to abolish the boards and offices of public works city controller city judge and city treasurer. It argues the measure would save taxpayers and end McKee's control while noting potential council responses and the shift of tax collection to the county treasurer.
The board of works closed a dispute over a contract on Sixteenth street north of Erie avenue. Ferguson originally bid eighty cents a yard for cutting down Brewery hill and curb work not done. He then assigned to John Moore who completed the job but received no pay. The compromise specifies 4,242.56 dollars, less than the original Ferguson contract.
Benjamin K. Bisford, 70, of Morristown Indiana, was struck by a C H and D flyer while en route to a Union State Park directors meeting. The train stopped about a half mile away, backed up, and moved the body to Morristown. Bisford was a member of the Friends society.
The banquet for the Merchants Transport Exchange aims to be one of the season’s largest affairs. Organizers say it welcomes all merchants, not just exchange members, with an excellent program planned while stressing that the event is not easy for members to obtain.
Mr. Harrington, advance agent for the Dora Woodruff Stock Company, was in the city today.
Revival led by Scoville fills the rink with hundreds from surrounding areas and an overflow crowd expected at the Baptist church. He urges regeneration as the only hope for Logansport, criticizing education and legislation while denouncing gambling and material excess with Biblical references.
Culpepper jury finds Strother Brothers not guilty of murdering their brother in law William F Bywaters after about ninety minutes deliberation. Separately in St Louis Standard Oil and over fifty non resident entities ordered to stand trials locally, court holds it can compel non resident witnesses to testify.
Uhl and a group of ministers failed to secure a meeting with Governor Hanly to press the Logansport sewer bill. They were rebuffed when they sought five minutes in his office, then chose to present their case in writing. Opposition figures meanwhile argued the bill’s fierce provisions should influence the decision.
The revival services are canceled next Monday so the girls will play their basketball game with the Peru girls at the rink that evening. Tickets must be bought in advance as no tickets will be sold at the door. They hope to schedule a curtain raiser before the main event.
Henry Cook aged eighteen pleaded guilty to several robberies before Judge Larry and was released on good behavior. Clarence Smith and Dan Shockome refused to plead guilty. Cook admitted the trio robbed cash registers at the Murdock and Johnston taverns and assaulted Martin Blight on Market Street.
Charlie Boone, suffering with typhoid fever, is reported improved today.
Thursday at 1 30 p m a meeting at the rink for four ladies from city churches Friday at 7 30 p m a gathering at Library hall for Sabbath school superintendents and teachers Sunday at 3 p m a men only meeting at the rink
Closing arguments opened in Judge Mack's Chicago court over the Alexandria Indiana oil deal suit brought by neighbors and club acquaintances against Daniel M. Lord and Lafayette McWilliams. Attorneys Tolman and Redfield argued the property was overvalued and yielded far less oil, seeking $64,000.
Prof W D Engle of the University of Denver reports no trace of poison in the organs of Mrs Cora B Wright and her daughter found dead eight days ago. Benjamin C Wright husband and father is charged with murder. he says his confession was forced and officials deny coercion. Bodies taken to Benton Harbor Michigan for burial.
Michael McMullen of Kokomo was the guest of Miss Mary Sullivan of SO4 Linden Avenue.
Astronomers report freckles appearing on the sun as a phenomena of interest. The observation notes a growing curiosity about solar surface features and their potential implications for space weather.
County council in session tabled a $150 appropriation request by Township Assessor John Markley to hire an assistant. Markley threatens resignation if not funded, citing heavy real estate and personal property assessments this year. Ditch Commissioners Covers and Flynn were granted $50 to purchase a safe for books and records.
Tom Walling and James J. Eaton, long-time operators of the Burns saloon, were arrested yesterday on charges of stealing fifty cigars. Franc Heyr & Co. of Toledo filed the charges. Judge Hanawalt presided and quickly dismissed the case.
The American Automobile Association plans a New York to Chicago tour next summer passing through Logansport. About two thousand cars from many manufacturers expected, offering wide publicity for motoring and the push for better roads along a diverse route through Albany Utica Rochester Buffalo Port Huron Lansing Detroit Toledo Cleveland Columbus Cincinnati Richmond Indianapolis Kokomo to Chicago.
Miss Cora Williams of Sedalia Missouri sues Robert B Stout of Chicago for 25000 damages claiming breach of promise to marry She says she is amply provided for and not seeking the money but aims to warn women about men’s faithfulness The suit is presented by her attorneys in a case noted for its moral aim
Walter A. Osmer returns to Logansport after escorting his son's body from Arizona to Los Angeles. He recalls meeting many old residents in California and notes cost of living, especially higher rents. On the journey home he encounters Walter Scott, the Death Valley Miner, who wore eighteen thousand dollar bills pinned to his undershirt and is credited with chartering a train that set a new record from Los Angeles to Chicago.
Miss Florence Moore, organizer of the Ten o clock club, is at Delphi singing at the Auroric theatre. The young woman who believed beaux should leave at 4 pm seeks to start the club there as residents await her plans.
Will Rollins of Monon stayed with his parents Mr and Mrs Tom Rollins at 1805 North Street during a family visit. The brief note records the guest arrangement and address without further details.
Fifty fourth annual convention of the Northern Indiana Teachers association gathers in South Bend April 4 5 and 6 with distinguished speakers James M Greenwood George Edgar Vincent William Harrison Mace and Hugh Black. Sessions span high and grade schools country districts art and music with headquarters at the Oliver hotel. South Bend schools close for the event and rail fares are one and one third for round trips.
Thomas Britton, the Panhandle assistant ticket agent, received a promotion yesterday and left this morning to head the Kouts station on the Chicago division. He has served twelve years with the Panhandle, steadily advancing. Guy Henderson of Walcott will take his place as assistant to McCullough.
Panhandle train No. 21 from the east was two hours and thirty minutes late this afternoon. It was due at the local station at 1 33 but did not arrive until 4. Snow in the mountains west of Pittsburg delayed the train.
Rey Johnston is back at the Ex change restaurant following a siege with the grip, marking a tense recovery moment for staff and patrons.
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