Prairie chickens were expensive violators
Prairie chickens were costly and cited as violators in a local incident. Officials documented fines and proceedings, noting the high price of the birds and the enforcement actions taken.
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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1908
Page
8
Prairie chickens were costly and cited as violators in a local incident. Officials documented fines and proceedings, noting the high price of the birds and the enforcement actions taken.
Justice and Fish and Game Commissioner Gallion returned from Pulaski county with a large haul of violators. Wine men faced courts for game law charges, paying fines and costs totaling 71.50 to 95.55. Arrests centered on prairie chickens and hunting on Sunday, with multiple individuals named and fines listed. Patterson’s case was dismissed and moved to the circuit court. more raids are planned in Illinois.
A collage of items lists local sales and ads including horses for sale and 50 cent round trips to Boyd park. Event notes feature baseball at Spencer Park and the Elks band concert tonight. Also mentions visits, marriages, family reunions, and local civic notices.
Justice Reid, a veteran justice of the peace, presided over two quick marriage ceremonies yesterday afternoon. Floyd B. Bubmyre, a Fanhandle railroad brakeman, wed Maude Welch, followed by Charles E. Floyd and Elia Smith being joined in matrimony. The official’s face showed evident happiness during both ceremonies.
Mrs King who gave birth in jail a short time ago will ride to South Bend today with the infant to join her aged husband. She has been cared for at the Home of the Friendless where she received excellent attention.
Yesterday morning Walton Low Ty brothers discovered a human skeleton while ditching on the Levi Weaver farm. Local inquiry finds no missing person matching, and investigators think the body may be that of a stranger who entered the pond years ago.
Ten head of good cows for sale all fresh Jersey and Durinam breed offered by Spring and Wellington at Clymers Indiana.
Going to Maxinkuckee promises baked buns rolls and sweets from Burgman and Ludwig. Lunchtime treats will be delivered Monday evening to fill lunch baskets with fresh bakery selections.
The cool spell has residents noting a return from northern Michigan resorts with conditions there now described as similar to November weather here. The remark highlights how travelers perceive the contrast between summer retreats and current climate.
D. A. Gillespie offers livery boarding and saddle horses for hire at 116 12th street with phone contact 303.
Justice Hanawalt ordered the sale of the acetylene plant repair tools of George D. Wilson after the suit Sarah Smith v. Wilson. Sale set for September 1.
Justice Reid settles a Woodspecker case after Riley Young pleads guilty to killing a woodpecker. Deputy Gallion faced criticism but supports suspending punishment if he vows not to kill more birds. The ruling highlights that woodpecker killings are a legal violation and not immune from law.
The city treasurer reports nearly two months with no payments on west side sewer assessments totaling about 12,000 dollars. Notices have been sent by the treasurer and Mr. Uhl, but collections remain slow and officials warn suits may be needed to recover funds.
Charles Carroll, new Keokuk pitcher from Ottumwa, shined with three hits including a double as Keokuk beat Ottumwa 8 to 1. Teammate John Coriden added three hits for the Keokuk lineup while Ottumwa’s lone run scored on an error.
Demonstration this week of the celebrated Kookizer Fireless Cooker and Freezer. Change of menu daily. WILER & WISE, Inc.
Rev J H Craig returns from the Winona Bible conference and will preach at Ninth Street Christian Church in the morning and again in the evening.
The notice directs readers to contact Ed F Leanard No 1632 for coal coke and wood as the solution to the burning question.
Burgman and Ludwig advertise fresh buns rolls and sweets available for delivery Monday evening by phone order.
Local notices report electric bill readiness, appliance repair requests, upcoming church singing, and various social notices. Residents travel for reunions, visits to relatives, and outings. multiple names and addresses listed along with mortgage and loan offers.
The Golden Rule displays over two hundred ladies fall tailored suits inspired by the Directoire era. Each exclusive model blends Greek influence with modest, elegant lines. Prices are said to be lower than elsewhere and no extra charges for style or quality. Well dressed women are urged to visit before buying.
The Montraville Simmons estate near Kenneth sold at sheriff's sale to satisfy a mortgage in favor of the Seth M. Velsey estate. Dr. J. L. Neff bought 1388 acres for $8,280 as the court ordered a final collapse of Simmons after years of civil and criminal troubles and a broken marriage.
Mrs. Josephine Sumption White of Noblesville, former organist at Broadway M E Church for two years, will lead in prayer during this morning's service at the church.
The deciding game between the Ottos and the M. F. team is at the ball park today with each side having one win. Joe Regan will be tried out by the Ottos and Strong, who pitched in the first game, will again handle the mound duties for M. F.
An ordinance heavy on itinerant doctors and medicine sellers failed to stop them. State law allows ex soldiers to sell on streets with a free permit from the auditor. A patent medicine peddler has roamed the streets for a week, attracting a large crowd.
Fresh buns rolls and sweets delivered Monday evening for your picnic basket. Phone your order to Burgmann Ludwig No 147.
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