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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1908
Page
5
A Black and White London reflection discusses evolving female independence and shifting marriage patterns. It contrasts lofty female self-possession with male subservience, noting tall women's confident entrances and the accompanying male entourage, implying social dynamics in contemporary romance.
A writer recalls myths about mushrooms, noting the danger of mislabeling edible and poisonous varieties. The piece cites a Washington agriculture illustrational error and a physician’s warning to avoid both kinds.
A school of porpoises up to 100 strong swam into New York Harbor through the Ambrose deep water channel, led by a gray whiskered patriarch. They surveyed the surroundings then exited, a sight without precedent recalled by old-timers.
Mrs Powell visits sister from Missouri while G B Davis of Logansport visits daughter. Numerous social calls, church events, memorials at Davis cemetery, and a Brethren church funeral for Mrs Shessler. Hon W S Wells, Indiana legislator and life insurer official, paid $1000 policy proceeds to Mrs J T Brown.
Flora Aliss Mabel Porter visits friends here while Flora wears Decoration garb. Jakey Franks called at Bringhurst Saturday. Wm Bowser and Lebanon relatives visit. Frank McCarty spent Decoration Day in Frankfort with his brother. Delph residents attend Decoration Day services. Mrs John Callane visited daughter Mrs Geo Thomas in Frankfort. Geo R Thomas and Bert Mayhill’s father travel to Iowa. J O Faber of Culver discusses his ice plant in city. Dr Walker moving household to Delphi. Dr and Mrs E B Peters visit Indianapolis for Decoration Day. Miss Mable Porter of Camden visits Miss Lola Richard. Mr and Mrs Jones of Logansport visitWill Canter family.
A soothsayer warned of a tidal wave submerging Manhattan on a scheduled night, but the public remained unimpressed and skeptical. The veteran watermen interpreted the omen as signaling good sea weather.
A historical profile recalls Antonio Corsi once a Dover wanderer and London model. Discovered by Felix Moscheles, he rose to fame as a premier art model, posing for Sargent and Abbey in Boston’s public library and earning wide recognition.
Royal Centre and nearby towns report a weekend of visits and gatherings. Mrs N C Grunnell was out between trains Sunday evening while Elbert House of Pittsburg spent Decoration Day with relatives. Several families, including the Runkles Beckleys and Shaws, hosted or visited relatives over the weekend. A baseball game between the Reserves and Longcliff was called off due to umpire decisions. Mrs John Burton of Logansport visited Friday and suffered paralysis at a local home, now in critical condition.
A surprise party was held Sunday at Mrs. E A Smith's home six miles west of town for her 45th birthday. Seventy two guests attended the dinner and many families and individuals were listed as present including Geo Cripe, Harry Belk, David Nicholson, P L Martin, Elbert Prather, B Prather of Sharpsville, Roscoe Smith, Grace Foy, Chas Logan, R M Bussell, Wm McGriff, Sim Goldsberry, Henry Lucas, Oliver Harness, Margaret Harness, J C Pyatt of Terre Haute, and Don McBride.
D L Klepfer and wife spent Sunday in Kokomo while Uncle Joseph Gossett remains sick brewing concern in local circles.
A novelty label features a Mephistopheles figure claiming to preside over a can of deviled ham. The packaging sparks curiosity and adds a quirky touch to the product presentation.
Frederick Sandys asked to paint a mayor portrait for a town grocer and the deputation offered up to 50 dollars for a half length. The artist quipped about which half they preferred.
The famed Paganini violin kept in a glass case is found to be rotting. experts warn the wood may not last many more years. The article notes the fragile condition threatens the instrument’s preservation and historic value.
Agitation over preserving the superb Stradivarius violin leads to a yearly plan. The best pupil of the conservatoire will play it for one hour each year to keep the instrument active. Since the violinist Sarasate touched it years ago, the city has avoided further use to safeguard the instrument.
An anxious mother asks if her son is hurt after tumbling down stairs. The boy replies that he is not badly hurt, calling it the luckiest fall he ever had as he only struck one stair on the way down.
A New York man summering in the White Mountains plans a motorcycle trip despite gray skies. A nearby farmer warns that when the cloud settles over Kearsarge, rain cannot be stopped.
A black and tan terrier, owned from 1874 to 1881, shows jealousy when a baby enters the sitting room. After wandering away for months, the dog returns to an isolated garden and settles with two elderly spinster sisters, avoiding future danger.
A diver recalls deep sea scenes in San Francisco Bay near the City of Chester and San Rafael wrecks. He describes the two sisters of charity in berths, a man at prayer, and a dim light as currents sweep over the sunken vessels.
A Grieg reminiscence recalls his school days when lateness led to a damp ritual under a dripping roof. He evaded entry, traveled home for dry clothes, and often faced discipline after a noted wet day, ending with a birching.
A longtime maker of green fuzzy bordered lamp mats locks herself away and, in a sudden impulse, crochets a red lampmat in a reckless act. The tale centers on a drastic color change and the solitary act of crafting.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was educated in a Portland school where the master named him among the best boys. He excelled as a studious child and preferred books to company. He passed Bowdoin College entrance at fourteen and graduated fourth in his class in 1825.
A witty exchange notes that a judge always has the chance to try a case in the next decision, highlighting the inherent trial opportunity in the profession.
Advertised letters list includes men Harry L Blake John F Cobb M L Harrison Hunt John Ed R James Joseph Oliver W E Topassky Albert and women Bessie Davis Mahtalmaiss Minnie Lyons Mrs Mathias Joe Patton ary A 1811 roadway W J Roberts Nettie Williams Mildred Young and others. Call for advertised mail within ten days or it will go to the Dead Letter Office. J M Johnston.
Deputy County Clerk Gifford filed a quarterly accounting detailing civil 270.42 criminal 9.50 estate 237.55 guardianship 123.50 marriage 126 ex-clerk 4.05 ex-sheriff 183.45 ditch 97.90 miscellaneous 30 docket 54 state fines 11 totaling 1147.37 in various fee categories.
Drs Powell Troutman and Stevens of this city attend the national convention of the American Medical Society in Chicago. Other physicians will join later in the week. Delegates visited Mercy Hospital for a clinic yesterday.
In rainy windy conditions Harvard won the fourth annual varsity eighths race over the mile and seven eighths course on Charles River, defeating Cornell by ten lengths with times of 10 47 for Harvard and 11 24 for Cornell.
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