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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Reporter
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1908
Page
3
Deputy Postmaster Frank Amoss of this city left for Indianapolis to join a meeting of deputy postmasters. The gathering aims to organize an association and Amoss serves on the organization committee.
A brief note states that while the government ice cream plant runs on the isthmus of Panama, Colombia plans to petition for annexation.
Rev H S Nagengast, rector of St Peter's Hancock Md, chased down an intoxicated attacker near the Western Maryland station, tackled him on the tracks, delivering a severe beating until police arrested the assailant. The incident followed his known stance against local option.
If rainfall graces Nebraska fields the wheat crop welcomes the moisture as needed relief. Heavy showers replenish soil moisture and support yields after a dry spell.
Nelson Attractions lists May 7 Antony and Cleopatra starring Miss Alice Wilson with an Egyptian Roman stage set and electric effects. May 9 Watson's Burlesquers May 11 Rosar Mason Co week May 18 Lion and the Mouse May 19 stock company repertory May 27 Al G Fields Minstrels May 29 May Mannering. The Antony of Shakespeare will draw student and theatergoer interest alike. On May 7 Mr Hanford presents Antony and Cleopatra at Theater Nelson.
Charles B Hanford stages a spectacular revival this season with Marc Antony in frame. The performance follows his prior portrayal of the same role in Julius Caesar, offering a worthy continuation and heightened anticipation.
Banner business expected next Saturday at the Nelson for a two show engagement after noon and evening. Billy Watson revives his old comedy Krousemeyer’s Riley with the ludicrous Philip Krousemeyer, originally created when first produced. The action shifts from Goatville 1866 to the Bowery two years later with dances and vaudeville numbers by the full company. A special matinee for ladies is announced and the show is billed as clean and moral.
The Crystal presents a top week with the Four Dancing Raymonds headlining the show. Eddie Leslie provides comic mimicry inspiring roars from the audience while Millie Carrie shows new twists on her bell act and Harry Jones adds a fresh song as pictures round out a standout program.
John A. Mott declares the Far East crisis shapes a religious struggle as China rapidly modernizes. He cites rail growth from 200 to 3,700 miles plus 1,600 miles under construction and 4,000 miles projected, with education and Christian influence expanding across Asia. Other speakers include Don W. Nichols, Joseph Beech and W. N. Brewster.
A white batiste dress with pale blue embroidered spots features a mandarin neck and white embroidery on the bodice and skirt panels. Simple, classic styling highlights delicate detailing suitable for a graduation ceremony.
William W. Williams once of Terre Haute is appointed managing editor of the New York World. Farmers near Greenfield report lime fever among horses. Daniel Harts of Terre Haute was killed by his son in law William Krise in a quarrel. Goshen high school defeated Winona Academy in a debate last Saturday. A N Canine, Lebanon inmate, killed himself by hanging.
A tense dialogue shows a mother urging a doctor as a baby has swallowed a tack. The doctor notes the child is alive and treats the situation as favorable, framing it as a small victory in a medical crisis.
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