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Newspaper
Albuquerque Morning Journal
Location
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1908
Page
7
Morning Journal reports Sunnyside Fort Sumner wrecked by Thursday storm. Commercial Club officials survey ruins and urge immediate help for affected residents. Dozens of houses destroyed, many injured or homeless, prompting plea to state and readers for aid.
An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce s Favorite Prescription as a non alcoholic, ch emically pure tonic for women with demanding duties. It claims to prepare the system for childbirth making birth safe and easy and notes the product is not a secret medicine. It also mentions Dr Pierce s Pleasant Pellets for constipation and offers a free endorsement book by mail.
A July 2 tornado near Fort Sumner NM wrecked 35 homes, left many injured, and killed three. The Sunnyside Commercial Club organized a relief appeal, gathering pledges and funds from diverse cities including Albuquerque and Denver to rebuild for residents with few resources.
A devastating storm wrecked a drug store and caused near ruin to the community. Dr Lovelace aided the injured while banking and club funds faced large losses, with totals over 40 000 dollars. Sheep losses exceed 5 000 head and many homes and businesses were destroyed or damaged.
Chicago delegates arrive to endorse William Jennings Bryan and his platform at the national convention battleground. A contested Illinois slate seeks seating at large, challenging Roger A. Sullivan faction as legal briefs outline claims before the national committee.
Bowan to arrive and the claim ismands that they have received many assurances of support. Burke said three U.S. Senators offered aid and that the Hurke Prentiss delegation would press for justice at the national committee. They challenge the Cook County convention as unlawful and vow action to credentials and possibly the convention floor.
Former Colorado Governor Charles S. Thomas, to represent the state on the Democratic convention resolutions committee, declared he favored Roosevelt for vice president. He argued Roosevelt is the strongest man who could be nominated and would win, even if named on an independent ticket.
Denver July 5 Former Congressman James S Kerr of Pennsylvania says the state will align with Bryan. He estimates at least forty two votes favorable and opposes unit rule. Kerr calls for a new national committeeman who reflects Pennsylvania democracy and criticizes Colonel Guffey.
John Barrett, director of the bureau of American republics, arrives in Denver to arrange for the diplomatic corps attendees. Seven or eight members will represent the corps with pledges toward Latin American coordination per party platform.
Special dispatch reports Melrose NM rapid growth as 25 mile farming district thrives after heavy rains. Local business leaders Norby Troutman Smith and Melrose Land Co expand real estate and banking with new offices. Central Hotel and moving picture show revived. electrical plant powering homes. Morale high as population and commerce rise.
Frederick Glevs, a Curtis Paper foreman, was taken into custody by Philadelphia police in connection with the murder of Dr. Walter Wilson. Authorities cited patterns matching the Wilkin case, noting a husband seeking vengeance after his wife’s death during Dr Wilson’s treatment.
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