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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 03, 1908
Page
4
Edgar F. Metzger publisher swears the Tribune circulation for August 1908 as listed above. Notary E V Hillhouse attests to the oath noting the date and commission expiry.
Labor groups in South Bend appoint a committee to ask Mr. Bryan why the union label has not appeared in the Commoner since its first issue. The inquiry follows his stated solicitude for labor voters.
The Pharos calls for Burton Green to retire from the Miami county legislative ticket after voting for local option. It labels him a smirking hypocrite unworthy of consideration and criticizes Democrats. The paper also attacks local ministers for similar views and shows little tolerance for opposing opinions on local option.
The Cass county party organizes Watson clubs in townships to boost voter enthusiasm. Reports show growing campaign interest across all sections. Election day is thirty days away and workers plan vigorous activity to secure a strong county and national ticket majority.
In Logansport voters are well informed and political speeches have little effect. Secre Taft and Mr. Bryan receive attention but overall campaign rhetoric does not significantly sway opinions. Newspapers are widely read and voters rely on informed judgment.
The document lists candidates for state and local offices including President JOHN, Treasurer OSCAR HADLEY, Attorney-General JAMES BINGHAM, Reporter Supreme Court GEORGE W SELF, Superintendent LAWRENCE TURNAN, State Statistician JO PEETZ, Judge QUINCY A MYERS, Appellate Judge DAVID MYERS, Congressman CHAS GOOD, Prosecutor OSCAR CONANT, Representative JAMES DELEPLANE, Clerk SAMUEL GIFFORD, Treasurer GEORGE W COGLEY, Sheriff J S MELLINGER, Coroner DR M B STEWART, Surveyor HARRY BELL, Commissioner First ALFRED M DILL, Commissioner Third OLIVER M HARNESS.
The article argues that modern newspapers must report politics without bias, rejecting party allegiance in news columns. It asserts readers demand factual coverage and that voters can form their own opinions, no longer needing campaign rhetoric or party propaganda to guide their votes.
The Chicago Record Herald defends ex Senator McLaurin of South Carolina claiming Standard Oil’s state and national political ties are explained. It portrays McLaurin as combating critics, praising Rockefeller and Carnegie benefactions as charitable political uplift, and argues oil money aided national governance with patriotic motives.
At the Marshall club meeting in the north court room Senator Frank Kistler attacked Roosevelt Taft Watson and Hanly while praising Bryan and Marshall. He argued the local option law was unconstitutional and accused Republicans of dishonesty in temperance reforms.
James P. Goodrich as receiver for the Chicago Cincinnati and Louisville railroad files July and August reports in federal court. July receipts total 185610.59 with 23895.08 opening balance and 138896.15 remittances from agents and conductors. July disbursements total 166468.75. August receipts total 285062.50 with 19171.84 balance and 154626.20 from agents and conductors. August disbursements 256226.26.
Cash prizes totaling 5400 were awarded to supervising and assistant supervisors for keeping sections in top condition over the last year. Judges tracked line and surface condition by noting water spills on glasses placed on the inspection car windows, with each spill recorded as a demerit to determine the prize winners.
Twenty five experienced men are sought for the Panhandle railroad car department. Cripples from along the line are being brought in and the repair track is busier than ever. No inexperienced workers are hired and current staff are largely staying. Ten hour days currently continue with a possible nine hour shift due to darkness.
A report claimed Panhandle Line officers BE A Ford and Moody planned to retire. Moody states he has not resigned and will not quit, planning to work at least seven more years. Ford says he has not retired and plans to stay until age 70, currently 63.
A large Panhandle gathering opened under Y M C A auspices hailed as one of the best meetings. The event drew many attendees and showcased community engagement and organizational strength.
The Panhandle sent out notices asking employees to declare voting plans but none noticed by workers in the shops. The distribution appears restricted to a favored few and no men at the shops have seen them.
Mrs G W Weaver plans a Cad illac visit to relatives. Ray Sidell attends his uncle's funeral in Marion. J H Ulery and family touring Chicago. L J Wecht in Richmond on company business. P E Ross seeks employment after returning from LaFayette Monon work. Grover Goodale ready to resume. George Copp returns from St Marys Ohio visit. C C F Roof back from Michigan. A D Williams at Indianapolis K of P meeting. Charles Cohee off duty due to wife illness. William Krueger on vacation after ankle sprain. Foreman Dooley in Lafayette on company business. Mrs Alice Tremp and family visiting Indianapolis. Mrs Otto and Mrs Earl C Berry visiting Star City. James A Fergus visiting Marion Sunday. Mrs William White visiting Marion. Frank J Tobey family visiting North Judson. Augusto Zamangui to visit Italy. VPs Wood and Turner and Supt McCarty inspect Panhandle property then depart for Pittsburgh. Fireman J A Newby off sick. Two fireman vacancies advertised for east-end package locals.
Trustees objected to fees including 262 dollars for an attorney and 3274 dollars for a note. Banks vs. Wabling moves for a new trial. Hoffman vs. Isler suit over 20000 dollars damages for a wife’s death finished before Judge Larry, decision pending. Gaar Scott & Company vs. Kraus set for Tuesday with petit jury to appear.
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Two New York literary club writers debate a novel from the eighties that sold 60 000 copies. The older novelist credits its success to superb advertising, calling it the best piece of advertising ever heard of and noting the author’s strong reputation.
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