Bryan's Life Panorama of Political Sensations
A sweeping portrait of William Jennings Bryan tracing his rise from Omaha editor to three-time Democratic candidate and secretary of state. It covers his fiery campaigns from 1896 onward, his battles against Wall Street, his 1912 cabinet role, and his eventual resignation over policy on Germany, with emphasis on his oratory and religious influence.
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Chicago
Bryan
Omaha World-Herald
House
Old South State Street
McKinley
Ambion
Alton B. Parker
Wall Street
William Howard Taft
Baltimore
Champ Clark
Clark
Tammany
Democratic Party
Wilson
Suicide at Home of Mother Sarah in July
Frank Fowler, 27, shot himself at his mother Mrs. Alice L. Fowler's home. He had long suffered mental derangement and was twice treated at the Warm Springs state hospital. County coroner M. W. Hyde will decide later on an inquest.
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Wilson
Helena
Frank Fowler
Alice L. Fowler
Warm Springs
M. W. Hyde
Dayton
Rhea County
Progressive Club
Morgan Springs
Pikeville
Winchester
Bryan
Mr. Bryan
Utilities bear heavy tax burden in ongoing equalization
The article discusses tax equalization between utilities and farm lands. It lists valuations fixed by the board for utilities including railways and power companies, with totals showing utilities carrying a large portion of assessed values and revenues to support municipal budgets.
Bryan’s Death Shakes Democratic Power in Congress
The passing of a long time party leader leaves Democratic circles uncertain about future influence in Congress and the national campaign. He inspired many aspirants and shaped strategy, with his followers eager for direction from his strong platform voice. France remains Belgium’s major supplier of industrial chemicals as a charity ward case shows a London news-agent with four thousand dollars.
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Bryan
Senator la Follette
Wisconsin
Congress
Democratic National Committee
Butte Hosts Bryan Visits in 1897 and 1920 Triumphs
The article recalls William Jennings Bryan's visits to Butte Montana in 1897 and 1920. Tens of thousands lined streets and racetrack crowds cheered as the Democratic firebrand spoke from balconies and courtyards. A notable underground mine trip and lasting public memory followed, including a poetic account by Senator C. H. Eggleston.
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Butte
Anaconda
Bryan
Montana
Treasure State
San Francisco
Court House
Utah
Walkerville
Brayn
C. H. Eggleston
Standard
America
Jack O’neil
Stodden
McDowell
J. B. Erickson
Kalispell
Gilman Bullard
Helena
Pat Carney
Waterloo
Brother Heartbroken at Death of Commoner
Loveland Colorado July 26 Associated Press reports Charles W. Bryan learns of his brother's death. The former Nebraska governor prepares to travel to Lincoln to join family and arrange burial. Arlington Cemetery is requested by Mrs. William Jennings Bryan. Bryan plans to park to Denver and ride the CB&Q to reach Lincoln tomorrow night.
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Associated Press
Loveland
Col
Charles W. Bryan
Lincoln
Neb
Nebraska
Mr. Bryan
Charles F. Horner
Denver
Chicago, Burlington and Quincy
William Jennings Bryan
Buryan
Arlington Cemetery
Arlington Chosen as Burial Place for Bryan
Arlington chosen as the interment site for the statesman and politician. A telegram to Ben G. Davis, former Bryan secretary, reported his death and Arlington as the intended burial location. If carried out, friends may request the body lie in state, likely at the capital.
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Arlington
Ben G. Davis
Bryan
State Department
Evacuation of Ruhr Begins Second Phase at Essen
Mayence Germany July 26. The second phase of the Ruhr evacuation begins with the departure of allied troops garrisoned at Essen. The Ruhr has been occupied since January 11, 1923, and the move marks a continuation of the withdrawal process.
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Mayenceh
Germany
Ruhr
Essen
Death of William Jennings Bryan Stuns Dayton Community
The nation mourns as WM. J. BRYAN dies. Mrs. Bryan shown remarkable courage in managing arrangements amid the Scopes trial fallout. Neighbors and friends, including George W. Rappleyea, several Bryan children, and political figures, send telegrams and calls of sympathy while Dayton grapples with the loss. Crowds surround the Bryan home in disbelief.
Bryan calls Scopes trial greatest battle of his career
AP reports William Jennings Bryan termed the Scopes case the greatest fight of his career and foresaw many public addresses without admission charges. He defended his stance against evolution teaching and reflected on the Tennessee anti evolution act and district law, while remaining in good health despite Dayton heat.
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Associated Press
William Jennings Bryan
Scopes
Bryan
Dayton
Tennessee
United States
Associated
Congress
District of Columbia
Mr. Bryan
Butte Ladies on Tour From Montana Coast
A party of prominent Butte women left Tuesday by motor for Seattle and coast cities. Mrs. A. W. Hunt, Mrs. Co. D. Merchant, Mrs. Willard Thompson, Mrs. Lawrence J. McGinley, and Mrs. James Keefe traveled in two cars, reaching Spokane and Seattle with a smooth trip. They plan to visit Portland and return around August 10, praising good roads.
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Butte
Seattle
A. W. Hunt
Co. D. Merchant
Portland
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John W. Davis
New York
of Nations
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Renaint
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Chicago, Burlington & Ee
Oregon Short Line
Butte, Anaconda & Pacific
Sault St. Marie
Montana Southern
Mexetam State Telephone
Minneapolis, St. Paul & Montana Power Corp
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Continental Telegraph Co
Gallatin Natural Gas Co
Heron Lumber Co
Great Falls Power Co
Thompson Falls Power Co
Boo Telegraph Co
East Flathead Telephone
Ekalaka Telephone Co
Mont Montana
Éhae
Ocigen Valley ‘Telephone CO
Pioneer Telegraph
Farmers’ Telephone Co
Oephere Telephone Co
Montana Telephone Co
Democratic Committee
France
London
WM. J. Bryan
Andrews
Mrs. Bryan
Southern Methodist Episcopal Church
Jasper
Chattanooga
A. W. Lessley
Vernon Keith
Bettie Harris
Lessley
Payton
Supreme Court
William Jennings Bryan Jr
Los Angeles
Cal
Francis M. Baird
Ruth Bryan Owens
Mount Vernon
Colorado
Ruth Owen
Ohio
Max
Havre
Kalispell Covene
Miles City
Calgary
Sneer
St. Paul
Spokane
William Ane Bryan
Reginald Owen
William Jenn
Villem Becker Tianadaughter
Ruth Meeker
Monte Carlo
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