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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Reporter
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1908
Page
4
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Edgar F Metzger publisher of The Logansport Daily Tribune swears the April 1908 circulation is as shown in the above table. Subscribed and sworn before Notary Anna Dolan on May 12, 1908. Notary commission expires July 12, 1911.
The document lists candidates from the Republican party for statewide offices including Governor James Watson, Lieutenant Governor Fremont Goodwine, Secretary of State Fred A. Sims, Auditor John C. Billheimer, Treasurer Oscar Hadley, Attorney General James Bingham, Reporter Supreme Court George W. Self, State Superintendent Lawrence M Turnan, State Statistician J L Peetz, Judge Supreme Court Quincy A. Myers, Judge Appellate Court David Myers, and Congressman Eleventh District Chas Good.
Discussion on inheritance tax and estate duties in 1930s context. Highlights Mrs Rylands death in England leaving 17 million, English duties at 10 percent up to one million pounds and 15 percent thereafter totaling 3.25 million, and U S deficits despite Britain’s revenue gain aided by higher estate and income taxes. Public treasury ends year with 17.5 million surplus amid tax shifts.
The Baltimore American argues large fortunes evade taxes and that the public gains from taxing inherited wealth. It notes Jay Gould’s $70 million estate paid taxes on under a million and calls for adopting English and French methods for stricter collections.
The Democratic county convention nominated city candidates for most offices, sparking protests from country delegates. Treasurer Moroney would have faced re nomination but for precedent. Lybrook from the country won the surveyor spot, deemed a consolation prize. The split foreshadows rural discontent with the ticket balance and future support from out townships.
Park Toledo edged Indianapolis 4 to 3 in the fastest game of the season as Eubanks tripled and hit two doubles for two runs. Other scores included Score day beating Philadelphia 4 to 2 and Boston defeating St Louis 6 to 2. Detroit downed Washington 3 to 2. St Louis swept New York 6 to 2 and 2 to 0 in a doubleheader.
The laying of the corner stone marks a landmark in the hospital project. The Sisters of St. Francis labored long and faced obstacles before gaining public support and funding. The hospital will benefit from adequate facilities and modern arrangements, with Logansport citizens grateful for the work that made the new hospital possible.
Geyer held Louisville to four hits but Columbus won 2 1 as Halla was nearly unhittable until the ninth. Fohl's single Wringley's double and an out prevented a shutout. Batteries Geyer and Fohl Halla and Peitz umpire Kerin.
Milwaukee failed to muster more than one hit as Wilson dominated, with an error by Robinson producing Milwaukee's lone run in the fifth. Three Minneapolis singles in the ninth added two runs, giving the visitors a 3 0 victory over Milwaukee. Curtiss and Roth paired with Wilson and Block in a tight pitching duel. Umpire Kane presided.
New York defeated Chicago 4 to 0 as better pitching by Smith was supported poorly early. Batteries Smith Shaw for New York Orth Kleinow for Chicago. Umpire Egan. Chicago later won 6 to 4 against Boston in an evenly played game.
Cleveland defeats Philadelphia with a 4 to 2 score in a May game. The report notes Philadelphia as the opponent and May 23 as the date in a concise result summary.
Local delegates dominated the Democratic convention atmosphere with orderly conduct and a clear stance that national candidates were not under consideration. The event showed regional influence shaping the proceedings and underscored the primacy of city representatives in the process.
Cincinnati won 8 to 2 as five extra base hits fueled the offense. Cincinnati moved into second place with the victory and collected eight runs on eight hits while Philadelphia managed two runs on seven hits. Ewing and McLean teamed with Sparks Foxen and Doomn for the pitchers and fielding effort. Umpire Enmslie presided.
The street parade tomorrow emphasizes the importance of a Y M C A for Logansport youths. The schoolboy represents a class that would greatly benefit from wholesome recreation, gymnastic activity, good literature, and healthy companions to build moral and physical well being.
The passage notes Kepner as the strongest man next to Linemann in early balloting. When Linemann failed to land his strength, it shifted to Han kee, altering the contest dynamics among candidates.
Compiled vote totals by candidate pair across numerous wards and townships including Bethlehem, Clay, Deer Creek, Eel, Harrison township, Jackson, Noble, Tipton, Washington and others. Overall sums show mixed results with multiple candidate pairings and substantial county-wide totals.
Despite few nationwide nominations the populace can cast ballots for local city nominees. The remark highlights citizen participation and upcoming municipal contests, urging voters to take part in a calm political process.
The text notes Moroney benefited by the lack of interest from city men in seeking the treasurer nomination, implying a quiet or uncontested path to the post. No further details are provided.
A fragmented line notes that four years felt long for Waterloo for Lienemann and Beckley, implying a lapse or comparison of time serving or elapsed.
A new bureau of mines and mining with John Mitchell as chief gains popular support. It will oversee all mining activities and fund research to adopt safer methods, including a $150,000 appropriation to study mine explosions, secured through Senator Hemenway. Mitchell’s name is also linked to a possible bid for the Democratic vice presidential nomination, though his acceptance is uncertain.
The annual execution of the ship subsidy bill has begun, outlining funding and operations for maritime support programs. Lawmakers proceed through budget allocations, with oversight on subsidies to domestic shipyards and related industries.
A brief report notes a rough day for the slate with setbacks and unfavorable outcomes. No specific names, places, or figures are provided in the readable text.
Kepner Adams Bethlem Boone Clay Clinton Deer Creek First ward Second ward Third ward Fourth ward Fifth ward Harrison Jackson Jefferson Miami Noble Tipton Washington list of vote tallies by location and ward for the fourth ballot.
The report lists first and second ballots across wards in Harrison township and nearby areas with totals for Barnes Lybrook Schwerdman Zinn and others. Commissioner votes split among Estabrook Jackson and Davis, with Davis leading on the second ballot.
Logansport tailor Murphy and Fleming advertise two piece summer suits that are made to measure and cheaper than ready made. They promise perfect fit and unique style for fastidious dressers and invite customers to try them and return.
The Logansport State Bank on Market Street promotes four percent interest in six months on deposits and three percent for three or more months on savings.
Mr and Mrs Harry Lux were summoned to Peru yesterday due to the serious illness of Mrs Luxs father.
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