The City In Brief A Word From Josh Wise
A brief city item presents Josh Wise with a note on effort and success. The vignette contrasts the notion of success as earned through effort with a single fortunate win typically associated with an heiress.
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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Reporter
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Mar 28, 1908
Page
8
A brief city item presents Josh Wise with a note on effort and success. The vignette contrasts the notion of success as earned through effort with a single fortunate win typically associated with an heiress.
A collage of classified items and local notes includes For Sale offers, job leads, travel requests, and social news. Prominent entries mention real estate, livestock, household goods, campus visits, and community events across Monticello and nearby towns, with several names and places cited.
H A Schier of this city testified as a witness in the Jacob Hamlin liquor dealer case against the remonstrators. The former was victorious in the suit.
A meeting of landowners near Gaultaitcn held this afternoon at Thornhope to discuss a dispute. Former contractor Charles Smith claims he is owed 5800 dollars.
See the large stock of latest patterns at Grigsby's Drug Store located at 516 Edwy.
John Hedda lists all kinds of hard coal with April prices and options for May and June delivery. Contact 1700 432 High street for details.
Tony Frick and Polo Rosa, arrested by Burley and Searight, were held for grand jury action by Judge E B Graves today after Burley shot Frick in the leg when he attempted to attack. The wound is not serious.
Abner J. Seybold sues Howard R. Smith for possession of property on Tenth Street in Judge Hanawalt's court. He seeks ten dollars in damages.
The Bee Hive stores announces a grand spring opening next Tuesday Wednesday and Thursday featuring magnificent windows. Golden Rule Expressly invites all to see the new displays and compare with other city windows. Wiler Wise Inc. promotes the event.
Short items list residents visiting and traveling in the city. Birth announced for a Bauer girl. Local businesses and ads appear including Antiseptic cleaner polish. Purdue student George Hoffman returns for weekend. The George Washington Jr theatrical company to arrive from Marion. Livery barn changes hands and rental listings offered. Passages note saving in the wake of the panic and a local loan firm.
Multiple congregations across Logansport announce final sermons of the year. Ministers include John C. White at Broadway Methodist and G. D. Bastes at Evangelical, with services, Sunday schools, and evening programs listed for Sunday and Thursday.
The scene shows a vast hall filled with delegates united behind the victor after a long, uncertain balloting. While triumphs inspire, the process resumes with other candidates awaiting their fates in the gubernatorial race and additional nominations.
Mr and Mrs B F Long hosted a six o'clock dinner last evening at their Broadway home with four courses followed by card games. Mrs William Hopper of Tipton township entertained neighbors with refreshments. The Junior Dancing club held its regular afternoon dance at Stettiner hall and was well attended. Mrs Quincy A Myers of Market street hosted her bridge club yesterday afternoon.
John C. Reilly, represented by James J. Reilly as next friend, sues Martin J. Bligh & Co. in circuit court for 5000 alleging injuries from an elevator accident on August 23 1906. His foot was crushed when a foot protruded past the edge and required amputation beyond the heel.
Bank exam iner W L Folds files a third information against Henry Reiber and John Young of the Farmers Deposit National Bank for misapplying funds totaling 1 145 000. Reiber and Young remain jailed on 25 000 bail. previous amounts were 85 000 and 300 000. A rumor says more informations may follow in Pittsburg and other cities within 24 hours.
A double wedding is being planned for Easter Sunday. Grover Pattengale and Miss Bessie Kyle will marry, and Joseph Minnick will wed Laura Scales. The event unites two couples in a shared ceremony.
A brief item notes a Riverside park well that provides both artesian and fresh water. The description highlights the well’s significance and its inclusion in this month’s Scientific American.
Motion for a new trial in the case of Enos Wood against Edward R. Anderson et al has been overruled and notice of appeal has been filed.
Morris E Wilson three weeks old, child of Mr and Mrs James Wilson of New Waverly, died last evening. Funeral from the residence tomorrow morning with interment in Onward cemetery. Also, funeral for William P Donovan Monday at 10 a.m. from St. Elizabeth's in Lucerne, Rev Father Hooulihan officiating, interment in Mt. St Vincent.
Eleven men and one woman occupy the county jail. Webb and Smith known as Winamac murderers and Harry Davis are expected to receive prison sentences.
Bagby recounts a humorous exchange about a man named Jones who left for California to grow up with the country but became discouraged by the giant trees. The anecdote highlights American optimism and thwarted expectations through a playful dialogue.
Captain James announces special sessions led by Rev. Allison of Chicago tonight and tomorrow. Jail service at 9:50 a.m. praise meeting at 10:30 a.m. Sunday school 2:30 p.m. Y P S 3:30 p.m. and evening service at 8:00 p.m.
A Brooklyn girl suffered a paralysis in her limbs after a waltz led to a fatal encounter. An exhausted young man, described as weepy, is identified as Waltz-me around-again-Willie, suggesting a dubious emotional display amid the case.
A public health note warns children should avoid coffee due to caffeine. Doctors reportedly favor Postum made from wheat as a safe table beverage, hot with cream and sugar. Postum is claimed to contain no coffee and to provide vital phosphates from wheat.
Advertisement offers barber trade training at Moler Barber College Chicago. Promises shop setup or position, constant practice, tools supplied, Saturday wages, and a catalogue by request. Includes call to write for catalog.
The second annual meeting of the Ladies Christian Union will be held tomorrow afternoon at the home of Mrs. Robert Miller on Michigan Avenue. All members are requested to be present. Mizpah Lodge No. 26 L A to the B of R also urged to attend.
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