May circulation figures and daily averages
Daily circulation figures show a May period with averages around 4,500 to 5,500. The record lists totals and daily counts for several dates, ending with a year to date total of 132,336.
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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1908
Page
4
Daily circulation figures show a May period with averages around 4,500 to 5,500. The record lists totals and daily counts for several dates, ending with a year to date total of 132,336.
Edgar F. Metzger publisher of The Logansport Daily Tribune swears the May 1908 circulation as shown in the attached table. Notary Essie Hillhouse certifies the affidavit and notes commission expires August 31, 1908.
The slate lists James Watson for Governor and Fremont E. Goodwine for Lieutenant Governor along with Fred A. Sims as Secretary of State, John C. Billheimer as Auditor, Oscar Hadley as Treasurer, James Bingham as Attorney General, George W. Self as Reporter Supreme Court, Lawrence M Turnan as Superintendent of Public Instruction, J. L. Peetz as State Statistician, Quincy A. Myers as Supreme Court Judge, David Myers as Appellate Court Judge, and Chas. H. Good as Congressman for the Eleventh District.
Leslie's Weekly argues the press wields political power by defeating prominent presidential candidates. It predicts this year the press will add more scalps to its belt.
The Stapleton Herald supports a national libel law to curb annoyance but argues a paper should tell the truth. It notes plaintiff verdicts run about one in 4,000 with damages often fixed at 6 cents.
Chairman Mann cites the New York Herald noting the investigation should yield improved understanding and a friendlier attitude toward print paper suppliers from newspaper publishers. He adds a cautious, hopeful tone about positive outcomes.
The Washington Star notes the graduate of the country printshop and best school for the printer and newspaper man, John 8. Leech, who learned his trade thoroughly in the Bloomington Pantagraph office.
The article notes Frank L Stanton, a veteran newspaper man, has written a new song now being set to music. Poets like Stanton and Riley are described as always young, with a hint of the fountain of youth theme in the discussion.
The thirty eighth annual meeting of the Northern Indiana Editorial Association took place in Logansport with editors and accompanying ladies enjoying excellent hospitality. Peru Journal notes Logansport offered high class attractions and warm local hosting during the Thursday and Friday event.
At a late meeting in Washington the governors and President Roosevelt pressed conservation and enlargement of inland waterways. Water transportation is cheaper than rail or motor power, and the president advocates liberal improvements as the solution for cheap transport. Governors across parties endorsed the view that open navigation on rivers would lower costs, despite railroad opposition from vested interests. The Mississippi Missouri Illinois Tennessee Columbia Ohio Cumberland Red Trinity Colorado and Rio Grande stand underused for lack of needed improvements.
One week from today is Flag day and patriotic people should unfurl hundreds of flags on June 14. Veterans cherish the flag as a symbol of a united nation after four years of conflict and bloodshed. The Tribune received a communication urging flag protection against desecration and promising publication of the plea soon.
Carl W Rid dick secretary of the Indiana Republican state committee asks county leaders to mobilize support for Vice President Fairbanks at the June Chicago convention. The letter urges large Indiana attendance to influence delegates and showcase unity and cooperation among Indiana Republicans for the presidential nomination.
Rev. Strickland of Huntington and Rev. McNeely of Tioga will deliver Memorial Day like addresses at Pisgah church in Jefferson township on Sunday June 14 at 2 30 in the afternoon. The service invites old soldiers and friends to attend.
A large crowd is expected to hear a series of addresses. A special musical program is prepared with a solo by Miss Myrtle Michael as part of the event.
Three packing firms Armour Packing Company Cudahy Packing Company Swift Company and the Chicago Burlington and Quincy Railroad paid 61000 in fines and costs after 1906 rebating convictions in Kansas City. Each fine 15000. First major enforcement under the Interstate Commerce Act.
All members are requested to attend memorial services in Kokomo in full dress uniform at the Armory Sunday at 12 30 sharp. A car will depart for Kokomo at 1 00. D Harry Fidler Captain.
Dr F M Bozer a dentist is confined to his home at 114 Pawnee street with appendicitis. His condition is described as not serious.
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