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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 24, 1908
Page
1
Bryan wins in New Jersey markets with Parafit second and Snake Mary third. Time 1.41. Eleventh Law. Candidate at Marion.
William J. Bryan drew vast crowds in Newark and cities like Trenton and Elizabethport during a brisk New Jersey tour. He attacked President Roosevelt over labor policy, defended Democratic pledges from Denver, and quipped about his own throat’s endurance amid ragged arguments.
National Chairman Mack released a telegram from Samuel Gompers to William J. Bryan about Roosevelt not offering cabinet posts. The message notes labor justice over office and cites Republican efforts to lure Democrats to Ohio to affect West Virginia. Donations to the Democratic National Committee from various states are listed.
John W. Kern Jr., hospitalized in Indianapolis, showed a shade of improvement overnight. His father remained at his bedside as doctors noted the progress was minor and uncertain if it will affect his father’s campaigning plans next week depending on the boy's condition.
In an attempt to save a pet dog that fell overboard Capt John Robinson of the barge Cutter was killed at Kellys island yesterday while the boat was being serviced He was a veteran navigator well known on the lakes E V Bell sold his farm to Mon dock and was crushed badly dying on the way to the hospital Here relatives and friends recall Captain Robinsons long lake service
Chairman Hitchcock of the Republican National Committee leaves for Chicago for talks on the western and midwestern political scene and plans to forecast results on return. Ohio GOP leader Henry A Williams says Taft will win Ohio by at least 75000 and the entire ticket by a similar margin.
The mass gathering in Jersey City fills the hall long before start as crowds outside seek admittance. William Jennings Bryan criticizes the Republican Party and promotes Democratic policies. He departs by car for Jersey City and plans morning departures to other New York points, ending with Elmira visit.
Hans Lobert infielder for the Cincinnati team was rendered unconscious by gas fumes from a water heater while shaving at the home of John Ganzel in Grand Rapids Michigan on October 23.
Annapolis reports President Roosevelt will not attend the Naval Academy versus Harvard game but his daughter Miss Ethel Roosevelt will travel from Washington with friends and likely sit with the navy side. Assistant Secretary of the Navy Newberry, a Harvard graduate, may watch from the Harvard bench as the Navy squad rehearsed with light practice.
Light rain began early evening and continued through the night in Indiana. The gentle drizzle, though not heavy, suspended briefly at times and renewed later, providing water beneficial to crops and valued for its overall aid.
Snow moved into eastern Kansas and western Missouri after rainstorms began last Monday night. It fell intermittently all day in Kansas City and surrounding areas, with total precipitation lower than previous days, and swollen streams are forecast to recede tomorrow.
A chaotic scene surrounds Admiral Sperry as hostile crowds confront him amid wartime tensions. reports describe jeers and disruption during a public appearance in a port city.
In Yokohama on October 23, Rear Admiral Sperry joined a funeral for General Count Nodzu and placed a wreath, then attended a Mikasa reception and a Shiba palace luncheon. He and aides walked to ShimBashi station through crowds along Ginza, receiving cheers while being treated with respect.
In Peoria on October 23 the federation adopted final resolutions condemning Speaker Cannon in a clause after opposition but it passed. Officers elected include President Edwin Wright of Chicago first vice president Joseph Morton Chicago third vice president N J Kearney of Quincy and secretary treasurer J F Morris of Springfield.
San Francisco experts appointed by the attorney general investigated a shortage in the city treasury. They found the total deficit now stands at 60 000 dollars tied to state book entries. The report outlines the widening shortfall and attached figures.
In Lafayette Indiana a note handed to Judge Taft in his car asks him to guess the voter’s intended ballot. The message signed E V D recalls a 12 year earlier appearance by William Jennings Bryan.
The Taft special drew huge crowds across Indiana October 23 amid rain and rail delays. From Brazil to Kokomo the spectacle showed overwhelming enthusiasm, with leaders noting Indiana’s strong political responsibilities and the Republican push led by Mr. Craft.
In Oswego N Y on October 23 James S Sherman Republican vice presidential nominee concluded a north ward sweep through five counties with night speeches. He spoke at Richardson's theater addressing a large audience after a big parade preceded the meeting.
Auto racing opens at dawn with the Cup promising speeds exceeding a mile per minute. Early drivers push to set records as engines roar and crowds gather at the track for a high speed debut.
Thousands camp along New York streets and country roads as fans prepare for the Vanderbilt Cup race. In Manhattan the night revelry continues despite dawn not yet breaking, with drivers training for a contest featuring mostly new entrants and cars while crews in Amityville Westbury Jericho and Hucksville ready their teams.
Manila reports October 13 storm deaths in Cagayan Valley with Tubegaro town drowning 500 residents and widespread housing destruction. Tobacco loss estimated at 500000 dollars. Abra province also suffers heavy casualties and major property damage with 269 confirmed deaths and others missing.
In Turin on October 23 the Duke of Abruzzi visited the city, continuing his official engagements and inspections as part of a European itinerary.
In heavy rain on Oct 23 the Taft campaign parade in Indianapolis drew thousands. Taft reviewed the long **procession** after a drive through business streets, as marchers stood in the showers for over two hours. The event capped a day of campaigning amid umbrellas and eager cheers.
Judge Taft spoke in Indianapolis with Vice President Fairbanks introducing him while he warned that electing Bryan now would destabilize property and business. Taft planned more speeches before leaving for his last day in the state.
Mrs Alice Peloubet Norton of the University of Chicago told Illinois Club women in East St. Louis that household work could be contracted out to firms. She proposed companies furnishing trained servants for all housework for varying periods, aligned with business practice, as a solution to the servant girl problem.
A concise guide discusses practical items and skills useful for the child today. It emphasizes everyday needs, safety, and learning by doing, while omitting outdated or impractical notions not aligned with current life.
Report states six workers were injured when scaffolding collapsed at the site. Associated dispatch notes the accident disrupted ongoing construction and authorities investigated the incident for causes and safety compliance. More details unavailable in the fragment.
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