Political ticket listed with statewide offices and candidates
The ticket announces candidates for all state positions including Governor James Watson Lieutenant Governor Fremont E Goodwin Secretary of State Fred A Sims Auditor John C Billheimer Treasurer Oscar Hadley Attorney General James Bingham Reporter Supreme Court George W Self Supt Public Instruction Lawrence M Turnan State Statistician J L Peetz Judge Supreme Court Quincy A Myers Judge Appellate Court David Myers and Congressman Eleventh District Chas H Good.
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Supreme Court
George W. Self
Supr
Lawrence M’turnan
J. L. Peetz
Quincy A. Myers
Appellate Court
David Myers
Eleventh District
Chas. H. Good
The Colored Man and the 1908 Vote
In analysis the Negro vote leans to Taft as Democrats show little to offer. With southern Tillman Radical influence in the Democratic convention the Negro can expect nothing. The Negro must seek relief from the Republican party and may back Booker T. Washington.
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Mr. Taft
Republican Party
Booker T. Washington
The Honesty Of Presidents In American History
The New York World notes Grover Cleveland's wealth at leaving office, countering populist slander. It argues 26 presidents faced accusations but none showed personal enrichment from office, contrasting U S leaders with executives in other republics and praising overall integrity despite human flaws.
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Grover Cleveland
White House
New York World
United States
High Post
Grant
Washington
Roosevelt
Deadlocked city after years of power plant dispute
Mayor Ne Kee and the board of works push for an uncoupled appropriation to improve the electric light plant while the council demands rehabilitation under a competent engineer. The entente cordiale between city branches teeters at a crucial stage.
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Ne- Kee
Board of Works
Tribune Publishes Detailed Sworn Circulation Statements
The Tribune releases its monthly detailed sworn circulation statements showing audited figures for newspaper distribution. Officials confirm the data reflects circulation, geographic reach, and certified totals for the period.
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the Tribune
May 1908 circulation figures for Logansport Daily Tribune
Edgar F. Metzger publisher swears the May 1908 newspaper circulation totals as shown in the table. Notary Essie Hillhouse confirms on May 4 1908 with commission expiring August 31 1908.
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State of
Indiana
Cass
Edgar F. Metzger
Logansnort Daily Tribune
Tribune
Essie Hillhouse
Council Deadlock Over Plant Improvements Leaves Task Unfinished
The council and mayor clash over plant needs and funding with the board of works seeking an experienced electrical engineer to guide equipment purchases. Last night's meeting ended with no practical results, widening the rift and casting doubt on future progress. The parties express a shared aim to improve the plant, but insistence on expert oversight remains.
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Board of Works
Thaw Should Be Kept In A Hospital Says Ferris
Albany June 30 Dr Albert Warren Ferris president of the state commission in lunacy states that while opinions differ on Thaws insanity, studies show unstable mental condition and a homicidal history. He urges Thaw be kept in a hospital for the safety of the community and not exposed to risky experiments.
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Warren Ferris
The
State Commission In Lunacy
Harry K. Thaw
Thaw
Ferris
Beauties of Logansport Park Highlighted in Union Traction Magazine
In Indiana Union Traction Company's magazine this month a feature extols the Spencer Park area along the company's lines. The piece notes the playgrounds and scenery, though some phrasing appears odd or partial in the excerpt.
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Union Traction Company
Spencer Park
Indiana Union Traction Company
Pascnet
Philadelphia at Boston
Philadelphia faces Boston in a matchup noted for competitive pairings. The game features key players from both teams with regional interest and potential impact on standings.
New York Defeats Brooklyn 3 to 0 in Quick Game
In New York on June 30 the Dodgers were shut out by the Giants 3 to 0. Taylor and Bresnahan worked for New York while Pastorius and Ritter caught and played for Brooklyn. Umpire O'Day presided. In Cincinnati on June 30 the Reds beat Chicago 4 to 2, helped by Hulswitz's sharp play at short and Spade's defense. Spade and McLean formed the Cincinnati battery with Reulbach and Fraser for Chicago. Umpires Emstie and Rudderham.
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Brooklyn
N. Y
New York
R.H.E
Taylor and Bresnahan
Pastorius and
Ritter
O'Day
Cincinnati
Chicago
Hulswitz
Spade
McLean
Reulbach
Fraser
Kling
Emstie
Rudderham
Indianapolis Triumphs 3–0 Over Louisville in Quiet Tilt
Indianapolis shuts out Louisville 3 to 0 as Marquard and Livingston pair dominate the mound. Matteries and Puttmann paced the offense with key hits, while Hughes and other fielder errors limited Louisville to a lone run. Umpires Hayes and Owens called the game.
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R.H. E
Indianapolis
Louisville
Matteries
Marquard and Livingston
Puttmann
Hughes
Hayes
Owens
Picnic grounds expanded at park river bank pavilion lighting provided
The park area along the Eel river has a large pavilion and is set aside as a picnic ground. It offers ample seating and lighting for visitors who wish to stay into the evening, matching the park’s existing facilities.
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Eel River
Sherman to Return Home Thursday From Illness
Cleveland June 30 Congressman James S Sherman the Republican candidate for vice president will leave for his Utica New York home Thursday next He has almost fully recovered his strength and says he feels in good health again
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James S. Sherman
Utica
N. Y
June Sets Record Low Marriage Licenses
Only thirty one licenses issued in June from the clerk's office prompting talk that hard times reduce weddings. The normal count is around forty with last year over fifty licenses issued.
Hizer Trial Witness Dr Hetherington Testifies in Murder Case
Dr Hetherington testified in Rochester as a witness in the State vs Alfred Aizer murder case. Aizer is charged with killing William Snyder, a Grass Creek saloon keeper, last February after Snyder was shot during a rapid automobile patrol intended to aid his life.
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J. “Hetherington
Rochester
State
Alfred Aizer
William Snyder
Grass Creek
Hetherington
Snyder
Hizer
Postponed Games Report Narrow Text
Philadelphia Boston schedule notes postpone decisions across National League Milwaukee and St Paul games. Unclear details limit full context but indicates weather or field issues affecting multiple venues and teams.
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Philadelphia-Boston
Sof
National League
Milwaukee
St. ‘Paul
American Association
Kansas City and Minneapolis Tie After Rain Shortened Game
Kansas City and Minneapolis battled ten innings in June in Kansas City Missouri. The game ended in a 12 to 6 tie when called in the tenth due to rain. Belladorfer allowed one safety. Minneapolis scored 1 in the second and 8 in the fifth while Kansas City managed 2 runs.
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Kansas City
Minneapolis
Belladorfer
Columbus Defeats Toledo In Eight Run Baseball Contest
Columbus beat Toledo 9 to 4 as Nagle relief and strong hits keyed the victory. Umpire Kerin worked the game. Batteries Nagle and Land for Toledo and Taylor Graney and James for Columbus noted.
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Nagle
Land
Taylor
Graney
James
Kerin
Chicago Defeats Detroit 2 1 in Tight American League Game
Chicago beat Detroit 2 to 1 on June 30 as Cobb failed to field a fly in Crawford's area. Chicago scored both runs on one hit. Score by innings shows a 2 run Chicago lead and a lone Detroit reply. Batteries White and Sullivan for Chicago and Mullescenes for Detroit.
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Chicago
Detroit
Cobb
Crawford
Boston shuts out New York as Young shines at plate
Boston 8 New York 0. Cy Young pitched a no hit game and drove in four runs. Niles reached first once for New York, while Young and Criger powered Boston. Umpires O Loughlin and McLean. Philadelphia best Washington 3 to 1 with Burns’ curves setting up three runs. Burns and Street for Philadelphia, Hurst and Egan umpires.
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Boston
York
New
New York Today
Cy Young
Niles
New York
Young and Criger
Newton
Manning and
Blair
O' Loughlin
Washington
Philadelphia
Burns
Street
Plank
Coombs
Smith
Powers
Hurst and Egan
Cleveland Beats St. Louis 2-1 in Baseball Tilt
Cleveland defeated St. Louis 2 to 1 at home. Waddell Powell and Spencer for Cleveland. Liebardt Bemis for St. Louis. Umpire Evans. The game featured a 2-1 final with late scoring by Cleveland and a tense pitching standstill. June 30 in St. Louis, Missouri.
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Cleveland
St. Louis
St. Louis Today
R.H. E
Waddell, Powell and Spencer
Liebardt
Bemis
Evans
Last of London's Old Coaching Inns
A century ago London’s coaching era thrived at George’s Inn the last still surviving London proper. Dickens found fame here meeting Pickwick and other characters in Pickwick Papers. The inn preserves period furniture decor and ownership remains within the founding family as a lasting link to the past.
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London
George's Inn
England
George’s Inn
Charles Dickens
Dickens
Mr. Pickwick
Pickwick Papers
Qualities of the Oyster
A San Franciscan recalls an incident where a bore nearly overruns a recital. He interrupts a raconteur with a joke about oysters and their shells. He notes oysters from the sea sometimes release juice when opened, an undesirable trait observed by a seasoned oyster gatherer.
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San Franciscan
Lever
Piaget
Horse Behavior and Training Advice From Historical Text
A fragment advises on evaluating horses by profile and ear position. It warns that a horse with a slight concavity in the profile is easily scared and needs goading, while one that drops its ears is prone to laziness and viciousness.
Lye Ruins Eyeglasses In Soap Making Accident
A Ludlow woman learned a harsh lesson about soap making when a drop of lye splashed on her eyeglasses. She attempted to clean the lenses but found rainbow colors reflected across them and could not be washed away, necessitating new lenses.
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Ludlow
Kansas City
Corn and Wheat Food Debate Highlights Efficiency
A discussion notes that custom rather than reason drives eating patterns with wheat dominating human food. It argues corn could supply far more food, pointing out corn yield potential is higher than wheat and national corn output far exceeds wheat.
Tips for Preserving Cut Flowers with Ammonia
A short 19th century style note advises placing a small lump of ammonia in the vase to keep cut flowers fresh and to hide unpleasant odors. It recommends trimming a small section from the stalks each time the water is changed and before arranging them.
Quote of Rev J W Lee on anchors for life faith
The preacher Rev J W Lee D D urges that all business and work should lift the spirit and keep one anchored to truth amid life’s storms. He cautions against letting worldly demands drown conscience and calls for steadfast moral guidance.
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Rev
J. W. Lee
Trustee candidates announce in Tribune editorials
Editor Tribune announces Edward W. Andelson as candidate for trustee of Fel Township. N Watkins also declares candidacy for trustee of Miami Township. J. M. Metheny lists nomination event at Millers School House on Friday July 3 at 8 p m. Republican nominating conventions decide final selections.
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The
Republic
Edward W. Andelson
Miami Township
Millers School House
Sp. m
J. M. Metheny
Candidate Announcements for Cass County Clerk
Calvin P. Heck announces candidacy for clerk of the circuit court subject to Cass county Republican nominating convention. Frank J. Berndt editor notes a candidacy for clerk of Cass county subject to the Republican nominating convention. S. G. Gifford also confirms candidacy for clerk of Cass county subject to the Republican nominating convention.
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Calvin P. Heck
Cass County
Frank J. Berndt
Mellinger Files as Sheriff Candidate at Republican Convention
J S Mellinger announces candidacy for sheriff subject to Republican county convention decision. Statement appears in Tribune Please.
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Tribune
J.S. Mellinger
Hoffman Declares Candidacy for Sheriff Nomination
Ulysses R. Hoffman announces his candidacy for sheriff subject to the decisions of the Republican nominating convention.
Candidate for Cass County Surveyor Nomination
For County Surveyor Henry M Bell announces candidacy with Tribune I editor noting entry for Cass County Surveyor subject to Republican nominating convention. Schmidt references indicate August convention timing and nomination intent.
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Tribune
Cass County
Harry M. Bell
John G
Cogley Announces Candidacy for County Treasurer
GOP hopeful G W Cogley declares his bid for county treasurer subject to the decision of the Republican nominating convention.
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Cogley
Republicans to nominate officers at Miami township convention
Miami township Republicans announce a convention Friday July 13 at 8 p.m. at Miller School House to nominate candidates for trustee assessor justice of the peace and constable. Committee members include Le Williams and John E Kidd.
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Miami Township
le Williams
John E. .Kidd
Centre School Ouse Announces July 28 Candidate List
By order of the Committee Centre School Ouse publishes a notice listing candidates for a town committee seat. The schedule shows a meeting at 12 30 on July 28 to consider the poll and procedure.
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Ouse
Tingly
Italian Workman Kills Woman Then Returns to Jail
Giuseppe Serao a 25 year old Italian workman was released to kill his fiancée after learning she planned to marry another man. He stabbed her, returned to prison, and awaited further punishment. the jailer who freed him was later arrested.
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Giuseppe Serao
Kman
Bari
Italy
Serao
Anyon
Serac
Wehaidt
Sérao
Vanity and church intrigue in a treasury secretary tale
A fragmentary report describes a church worker rising to secretary of the U S treasury with growing collections and attention from young attendees. A girl’s presence beside him sparks speculation about a romantic motive or influence on donations, as the narrative hints at deception or manipulation.
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United States
Treasury
Pigeons in Flight Featured in German Army Dispatch
An odd, plaintive wailing sound is described as pigeons bearing tails and feathers in the dispatch from the German army. The Philadelphia Bulletin notes the unusual birds and their flight as part of the wartime scene.
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Philadelphia
Bulletin
Napoleon's Legendary Charge Recalled in Historic Tale
A fragmentary note recalls Napoleon Bonaparte and his famed Marengo charge, referencing the famous event in a historic wartime context with brief, incomplete mentions of names and imagery.
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Napoleon
Fan Marengo
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Pittsburg
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