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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Dec 11, 1908
Page
4
The Red Cross stamps sell in two vivid designs and boost Christmas packages. The public response is strong across all sections with sales described as phenomenal. The small cost plus broad appeal aims to generate a large sum for continued Red Cross relief work.
The downtown business district shows a strong spirit of early Christmas shopping. Newspapers urge early buying and shoppers respond with larger crowds and steadier stock, benefiting merchants and clerks and improving the shopping experience.
The Tribune defends its policy of focusing on its own business and dismisses competing papers as part of a petty feud. It states it will continue to shape its future and only occasionally publish a rejoinder as harmless persiflage in a state of newspaper warfare.
A group supporting Speaker Cannon presents daily arguments in favor of his position. They urge listeners to back the candidate and cite policy stances and leadership record. Their campaign emphasizes unity and reform.
The text argues the Speaker wields excessive power via drastic rules. It notes late Speaker Reed crafted measures to fit a special situation and doubts their wisdom lasting. It urges protests from Congress members and the public to be considered and a new rules system adopted.
Reports indicate satisfactory progress in rehabilitating the electric light plant. Incoming equipment will be installed soon, promising better service. Waterworks show a gratifying improvement, and Loganport has enjoyed cheap water and light for years with no serious service impairment or mismanagement.
Milburn charged with the killing of Vincent Herman was released from jail yesterday afternoon at three o'clock and will be at liberty until action by the grand jury. Bond of 2500 was posted, eight bondsmen signed, with combined worth about 350000. He may return to railroad work after the January grand jury term, pending court action. Milburn was greeted by friends on his release.
Ticket buyers flood Nelson with early purchases eight days ahead of the show. Manager Smyth notes the production is the first attraction at the Nelson to draw such demand and expects a capacity audience for the December 16 performance.
Boxed half hose for men priced at $2 a box. Each pair guaranteed six months and a new pair issued for every pair returned within six months. Sold by Murdock and Wise.
The piece notes a prophecy by R. P. Schwer that the American flag will disappear from Pacific ocean shipping within the next eight years. It mentions Logansport and Ed Bellows, with Roy Ducan, a machinist apprentice, on the sick list and a yard engine being handled.
Discussion on government subsidies and freight diversion highlights losses for Harriman lines including San Francisco steamers reporting 468000 dollars lost last year and 265000 for six months this year. Mention of Japan subsidy of 75000 dollars and local railroad yard updates with worker duty changes and upcoming pay car visit.
A Pittsburg paper reports Andrew Carnegie has been authorized to urge rail makers to lower steel rail prices before June 30 when duties may be lifted. If no cut occurs, railroad men may seek foreign track equipment despite small extra costs. Large railroads reportedly replace worn switches with main-track rails to save on wear.
Local ticket agents say there is a very slim chance of Christmas holiday fare reductions and no notice has been received about any cut. A traffic representative notes regular fare this year is already as low as the old holiday fares used to spur extra business.
The Interstate Commerce Commission bans employees from taking outside or off hours work or work during leave if it uses commission offices or records unless department heads approve. The rule aims to prevent premature sharing of sensitive information with railways and attorneys.
The United States Express Company plans to add messengers on several trolley lines in Illinois and Indiana beyond its current routes. Principal operations focus on the Illinois Central trolley line, covering major points in the state.
Vandalia notes report engineer Robert Collins of the Mo. line with brief mention of his duties and the project status. Further details are not provided in the fragment.
The Choir Guild will host a coffee and bazaar in the church parlors Friday afternoon December 11. A display of prettily dressed dolls and fancy Christmas gift articles will be available. Everyone is cordially invited.
The Logansport Loan and Trust Co. as administrator for the estate of George Smith will offer for sale up to December 2, 1908, Lot 29 on Humphrey Street in Taberville. The property is near and suitable for building purposes and closes in.
Ladies street and trimmed hats valued up to 4 dollars and others up to 5 dollars go on sale at 1.98 dollars with half off regular prices in our house. Advertisement for Wiler and Wise.
An article promotes a home hair treatment using Beta-Quinol and alcohol mixed with water, claiming it cures dandruff and stops hair loss after a week of daily use and then weekly applications. It also offers a stomach remedy titled Pro sence Compound with Cinchona tincture and sherry, to be taken before meals, claimed to be marvelous by users.
Ad for Cass County Loan Co offering small advance cash with weekly or monthly repayments. Includes contact details 102 Stettiner Building J and manager Murdock with phone 1530.
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