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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Reporter
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1908
Page
8
Daily quotation list shows geese and hog categories with bids from 4.50 to 6.09 dollars. Calves and other livestock priced across multiple ranges, reflecting variation by grade and weight.
The twenty third quadrennial session of the A M E church begins in Norfolk on May 4 with a three week run. Notable talks include J B Foraker on Good Citizenship May 8, W T Vernon May 11, and Dr Booker T Washington May 19. Delegates from most states plus Canada and international regions attend, with sessions at St John A M E Church.
A bizarre double homicide occurred early in South Columbus as two foreign nationals were found slain, prompting a police inquiry and calls for witnesses to come forward. The incident reported May 4 draws attention to an unresolved case with few details released.
A novice photographer borrows a camera to snap two Detroit Tigers players. One image features Sam Crof ferd and the other Ty Cob. The description notes Sam’s build, style, and batting tendencies, with casual remarks on his temperament and on-field hustle.
Josoff acted as interpreter for the police as Peni was found dead in a room where he slept with four others, and Moldewan lay on a porch outside with a fatal bullet wound from a shot fired through a window.
Sault Ste. Marie Michigan reports Algoma Steel key unit on the Canadian side blows No 1 furnace and plans to blow No 2 this week. With rail mills closed, the firm says financial troubles prompt rail orders rejection and all mill branches to shut, leaving 1500 workers idle by week end.
A cablegram from Secretary of Legation Neill in Bogota reports immediate suppression of an outbreak near Lima Peru. Public opinion condemns the disturbance and says quiet prevails across Peru.
Grieving over the death of a three year old child Mrs. Mabel White wife of Lorin E White a downtown restaurant owner shot herself Sunday at the family home 2462 Avers avenue she placed a revolver in her mouth and discharged it authorities reported and funeral arrangements were to be announced Chicago May 4
Liberty Texas May 2 shipments of fish bullfrogs loghead and soft shell turtles go from Trinity river trade to north Texas and Wichita Kansas. R L Chambliss Son catch near Wallisville supply Buffalo up to 35 pounds satfish up to 109 pounds. March totals 26 000 pounds this month forecast 60 000 pounds market demand exceeds supply. These Trinity river catches are delicacies in markets reached.
A first night often begins mid act one to test pacing and audience reaction, allow final edits before full run, and frame previews around key moments. The late entry helps balance setup, momentum, and surprise for press and critics.
Rheumatism described as the most common ill causing pain and suffering with Chamberlain's Pain Balm offering relief. It notes temporary relief can become permanent, especially in old people with chronic rheumatism worsened by dampness or weather changes.
A Indiana Railroad Commission quarterly report shows 99 total deaths on steam and interurban lines for October through December, with 38 trespassers and 38 highway crossing travelers among steam rail deaths. The commission urges separated grades at crossings, noting over 10,000 unprotected highway crossings and safety delays ahead.
Gobby Wallace extols brain speed and fielding wit in shortstop play. He lauds Bobby Wallace and Terry Turner as exemplars, stressing rapid decisions, throwing accuracy, and daily practice to master grounders, double plays, and turning double plays. He cautions youths to anticipate and react instantly, anticipate runners, and throw from any position.
Billy Lush, four years ago, played right field for the Cleveland American League team and stood out as a fine sun fielder, a reliable hitter, and speedy. the item recalls his past performance.
Local business directory notes businesses may be advertised at moderate cost. Entries are alphabetically arranged with printing houses listed under letter P to aid shoppers.
Carl J Horn offers plans and specifications for projects from his office in the Stettiner building with telephone number 700.
Columbia Brewing Co makers of the famous Columbia beer advertises a family trade and invites inquiries. Telephone number listed as 40.
Merrill and Son at 432 High Street offer best coal oil at 10 cents and best gasoline at 14 cents assuring customers they are not in the trust and inviting trial orders.
Ed F Leonard at 222 Heath Street offers coal wood and coke with motto The best coal for the least money. C L Dilley & Co at 515 Market Street lists coal horse feed lime cement and sewer pipe services. Telephone numbers 1632 and 87 are provided.
Peek and Kandler offer carriage painting wagon building and repairing at 514 North Street. General blacksmithing services with reasonable prices and a phone contact 573.
H Weber offers cleaning and repair services at 310 Pearl Street with clothing cleaning, repairs pressing and tailoring.
Dentist listing for F M Bozer D D at Fourth and Broadway over City National Bank with office phone 363 and residence 1463.
Local ad lists flour feed and hay at C L Dilley & Co located at 515 Market Street with telephone number 87. The brief advertisement emphasizes flour and feed supplies for customers in the area.
Merrill and Son advertise high test gasoline and coal oil that does not gum stoves. They claim not to be in the trust and invite customers to drop a card for a trial order.
Ed Osborne successor to John M. Thompson advertises expert horseshoeing at 122 Sixth Street with prompt and satisfactory work guaranteed.
Ad for Young & Custer offers harnesses buggies and wagons at 310 Fifth Street and 318 Market Street with phone numbers 729 and 348. The copy stresses honest goods at reasonable prices.
Prompt settlement of claims for fire life accident and casualty insurance in old and tried companies listed with contact 1240 phone.
George H. Gise announces access to five percent money and offers all types of insurance. Office phone 482 and residence phone 238 listed for contact from the Corner room over Bowen bank.
C. A. Price at 315 Court Street near the interurban station invites estimates for monuments. Manufacturer of granite and marble pieces, promising artistic work at reasonable prices and urging customers to request a quote.
Miss Hendersons School of Music operates at 1317 Market Street offering instruction to aspiring musicians and singing lessons in a historic city neighborhood.
A local notice advertises office printing services from Reporter Office 525 roadway with phone contact 70. It offers letterheads envelopes statements business cards dodgers invitations and more and promises neat prompt work with samples available by phone.
D C Mathews offers new and second hand household furnishings bicycles and sundries at second hand prices. They pay top prices for second hand goods. Motto emphasizes satisfaction and frequent sales. Located at 207 Sixth Street phone 636.
H Weber at 210 Pearl Street promotes tailoring and repair services for spring and summer. Suits start at 15 dollars and up, trousers at 4 dollars and up. Customers invited to inspect patterns and goods.
H. J. Trah offers practical timer and roofing services at 311 Fifth Street. Slate tin and metal roofing guttering spouting flue tops furnace repairing and general repair work performed in the best possible manner.
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