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Newspaper
Logansport Daily Tribune
Location
Logansport, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1908
Page
2
New York news notes a broad stock price decline led by professional traders who expect supply into rising markets. U S Steel hits 46 33 while past highs near 50 44 are recalled as earnings for late 1907 show a new peak then.
A promotional notice claims drops of oil of winter green compounded in D. L. D. Prescription quickly relieve itching with immediate effect. The advertiser asserts permanent cures and guarantees the remedy, endorsed by Harry C. Tritt.
South Bend Ind Oct 28 May Robson the actress refused to register with her dog at the Oliver hotel. The hotel forbids dogs in guestrooms and would only allow care in a check room. Robson left with her entourage, mirroring a past clash involving Miss Barrymore.
Noblesville Indiana October 28 Reverend Sam Small denied rumors that he was drunk in Vermont. He attributed the charge to medicine he took six weeks prior for a cold described as doped. Angelic disruption followed when Reverend Assiter attempted to respond and Jasper Davis, a Democratic candidate, moved to confront the minister, causing the room to be cleared.
Chester Pennsylvania October 238 John Mc Elwwee a striking trolleyman already under 2000 bail on conspiracy charges and linked to the dynamiting of cars has been re arrested. He faces an additional bond of 3500 on a charge by his brother in law Frank McBarron that he kicked him in the face causing the loss of an eye.
In Indianapolis on Oct 28 report by James P. Goodrich shows September receipts totaling 418869.34 with a starting balance of 28836.24. Disbursements reached 389988.03 including 71500 for receiver's certificates and 79516.51 for wages and expenses.
A partial note indicates that John Keough and John Baker will miss voting this year as the sheriff directs polling actions away from their districts.
Chicago Oct 28 EB McCormick Union Pacific official argues daily newspapers educate public desires and reach homes more effectively than any other medium. He cites ease of reading, immediate distribution, and built in circulation as key advantages for advertisers.
A review lauds the touring Babes in Toyland at the Nelson for its artful staging and dazzling costumes. Thirty chorus girls perform twelve costume changes under expert supervision, with strong attention to detail from wardrobe to direction. The production earns praise despite minor stiffness in some leads and the daily matinee crowds grow larger. Tonight features The Man From Sweden with Mr Depew as Carl the Swede.
The Diamond Miser at the Nelson theater drew hearty applause last night. Mr DePew impressed audiences while seeking tips as the theatergoers filled the house. Mr Silvers portrayed a town constable in the production.
The Broadway bill features top vaudeville acts led by the four flying Bandards with aerial displays. LaCrandall performs on the bounding wire while Carberry and Stanton deliver a polished comedy singing act. Miss Maude Chesino shines as the cinema segment closes the show with Paris studio subjects.
Terre Haute Indiana October 28 The girls school at St Mary of the Woods run by the Sisters of Providence adds a riding master Sigmar Guiseppi Lombardi from Italy to its faculty. The school broadened from traditional arts to include bowling tennis golf and senior gowns with mortar boards. Most riders use the side saddle with one Mexican student riding astride.
Five prominent Oakland women filed articles of incorporation to form the California Women's Undertaking company and serve as its board of directors. An attorney will assist only during setup. after incorporation, the business will be directed entirely by women.
In Whitestown Indiana a large human skeleton was dug from a gravel pit north of town. The find was revealed by a cave in and removed in near perfect condition. It is displayed in Dr. P B Little’s office and may be the skeleton of an unusually large Indian. A small animal’s bones, likely a dog, were found nearby.
In Owensville Indiana on October 28 a six year old boy helped save his family's home by telling his mother to start the gasoline engine and use the hose on a roof fire in the summer kitchen. His quick thinking followed by action kept the blaze from spreading.
A locomotive boiler exploded one mile west of Elyria injuring Engineer Owen and his son the fireman and a brakeman whose name was not released. The westbound track remained blocked for hours and emergency crews responded to the scene.
Judge Dykeman remains in about the same condition with slight improvement, planning to go to the polls to vote Tuesday if his strength holds. He is conserving energy in preparation for the election day effort.
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