Independence party convention nominates Higgen and Graves
The Independence party convention in Chicago named Thomas Higgen of Massachusetts for president and John Temple Graves of Georgia for vice president. Charles A. Walsh of Iowa was elected permanent chairman as sessions debated nominations and heard committee reports amid heated exchanges and boos when a non member candidate was proposed.
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Chicago
Independence Party
Thomas Higgen
Massachusetts
John Temple Graves
Georgia
Charles A. Walsh
Iowa
Walsh
United States
Lie Rail
KL. Fealy
Alabams Tonle Tortrum
Central Banking Plan Highlighted At Montana Bankers Meeting
The Montana Bankers convention opened with George Roberts of the Commercial National bank of Chicago delivering a talk on central banking. He warned that the currency system causes stringency and urged a central bank to back nation’s banks, urging extended credit during panics and a cohesive monetary policy.
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Billings
Montana Bankers’ Concertion
George #. Roberts
Commercial National Bank of
Tronsevelt
Swan
Wall Street
Roberts
W. B Ridgely
National Bank of Commerce of
Kansas City
Dixon
Pray
W. FB. Meyer
Red Lodge
Alan
Searle
Frank Bucey
National Bank of Conmmerce
Seattle
Widespread Republican Plot Reported in Portugal
Lisbon reports a broad republican plot aimed at the July 23 anniversary was uncovered and suppressed. Police chief and army officers confirm a conspiracy while arrests rise. no systematic propaganda seen among other regiments and officers promise loyalty.
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Portugal
Senar Mtagrow
Anenyamen Ara
el Mundo Xaya
Sargeanta
Vietimon
Boe Omichtoes
Nlite
Alaie
French President Terminates Visit to Reval
A midthing report describes the French president terminating a visit at Reval in July 18. The French and Russian foreign ministers note the meeting with the emperor showed a cordial understanding and no new diplomatic shifts. Talks covered European politics and shared concerns in Persia and Morocco, aiming to preserve world peace and Europe’s balance.
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Reval
Persia
Morocco
Pon
France
Flusta
Europe
Sealed Bid Market for Northern Wool Report
The second sealed bid market on the Great Sales wool exchange disposed of 153000 pounds in morning sales at prices from 1744 to 164 cents. Buyers and amounts included E Peterson 44000 pounds at 15 cents to Lilherman Bros and others such as E W Ellis 50000 pounds at 16 1/2 cents to Whitman Farnsworth & Jones, J B Hills 16000 pounds at 16 1/2 cents to C Koshland & Co, Lytig 9000 pounds at 164 1/4 cents to Justive Bate man & Co, D F McKelvie 7000 pounds at 11 cents to Dewey Gould & Co.
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Rydersborg & Nollin
Justice
Batemain & Co
Big fire in Portland destroys four blocks
A large blaze in Portland, Oregon, originated in the stables of the Orexny Transfer Co at the intersection of Firth and Hoyt streets. The fire caused extensive destruction to twenty blocks of property, including stables and a mill shops, with losses estimated near a million dollars.
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Portland
Porthind
Ore
Orexny Transfer Company
Firth and Hoyt Streets
Thousands of Chinese Drown Near Canton in Typhoon Aftermath
Hong Kong reports from Canton detail a devastating typhoon that struck Monday night, causing vast flooding and loss of life. The text notes thousands of Chinese believed drowned, with scenes of wreckage, ships, and fires amid the disaster.
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Canton
Hong Kong
Thea
Hovsands
Chinean
Elippiig Eclp
Trial of Larimore on Murder Charge
Fort Benton July 28 The trial of Fred Larimore on a murder charge began yesterday with District Judge Patten presiding. Prosecutors Carnal and Stranahan led the state. defense attorneys were Towner and Downing. Larimore, about 20, is accused of shooting William P. Turner at Turners Reach on April 15. The inquest said Larimore sought to bluff Turner into payment of wages owed. Turner died after being shot in his barn. The defense sought a continuance due to Dr H W Power of Conrad not appearing despite a subpoena. an attachment was issued, with Power summoned to appear Wednesday to show cause why he should not be punished for contempt, bond set at 2350. Some testimony indicated Power accepted service but demanded $50 daily expenses and to hire another doctor. A jury is seated. continuance denied.
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Dianaten
Fort Banton
Fred Larhmere
Pont
A. Carnal
Stranahan
Towner
W. G. Downing
Larimore
William P. Turner
Turners Reach
The
Marins
Spraner
Larimoye
Turner
Gase
Pr. H.W. Power
Conrad
Tatian
Hall
Mae
Power
Suppena
Patten
Great Falls hotel thefts amid arrests and bail
Special dispatch reports Parisian dye works owner Lanix Serre arrested on burglary charges after prior gun incident with AM Nationa saloon proprietor Leon Neveux. Jail holds Serre and accomplice John Hartig, a dishwasher, linked to Park hotel work. Hartig and Berra alleged to have used hotel provisions. Hartig served seven years for prior crimes.
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Standard
Lanix Serre
Leon Neveux
AM Nationa
Vcouples
John Hartig
Hartlig
Park Hotel
Berra
Hartilg
Deer Lodge
Canada
Gould System Faces Director Question After Europe Return
New York report says Gould system head George J. Gant returns from Europe with uncertainties about appointing Tiare as director. Gould notes that Harriman could be welcomed if available, and stresses he wants the most able men aboard. The broad manager’s position remains unhappy as several key figures appear unsettled.
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New York
George J. Gant
Gould System
Pativels
Europe
Waterman
Gouldrons
Tiare
Gould Aystemn
Gould
Furriman
Challenge Issued to Leader Bryan by People’s Party Officials
In a short session the executive committee of the People’s Party adopted a plan to support the “new independence” party. Secretary Joseph A. Parker announced a challenge to William J. Bryan to join Thomas E. Watson in a series of joint debates on party issues. Parker later resigned as secretary, with the resignation to be acted on August 18 at a committee meeting in St. Louis.
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Hicaea
Maly
People's Party
Independence Party
New Independence “ Party
Parker
Joseph A. Parker
William J. Bryan
Thomas E. Watson
People's Berry
Norman I. Mack
Me. Parker
Mr. Taft
Mr. Roosevelt
United States
Republican Party
Chicago
Fou
Preparations for Strike Fund by Western Federation of Miners
In Denver on July 2 an executive order set per capita assessments to form a $100,000 strike fund for use during labor actions. A proposed constitutional amendment to allow withdrawal cards for the Industrial Workers of the World was defeated. All key election steps are nearly finished and future referendums will require executive board approval. The constitution previously allowed local requests to override board judgment.
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Denver
Western Federation of Miners
Ievy Wu
Industrial Workers of the World
Alticars
Medkar
Minera
Davila Causes Turmoil for All the Consuls
Waytlington reports from Consul Drew Leonid in Ceiba Hamduras that President Davila seized the exchequer of all consulier veranmives at that place. The scene hints at upheaval amid revolutionary actions and calls for an official explanation from Consul Leonard in the central operations.
Sothern Responds to Wife's Divorce Suit
Inland report shows Sothern answering a divorce petition filed by his wife. The document notes an attorney representing the petitioner and references a county clerk and related proceedings, with details obscured by the OCR.
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Sothern
Indicted pool sellers named in Kings County grand jury
New York July 36 men were indicted by the Kings County grand jury on charges of violating anti-race track laws. Among those named are Foo Vendig Charles Kissel Adam Kissel Howard Ellis Harry Meyers Harry Fleischman and Michael Cassel. They face misdemeanors with up to one year in prison or fines. Pleas of not guilty entered Judge Dike presiding. bail set at 500. Others previously prominent in betting rings questioned after the indictments.
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New York
Kings County Grand Jury
Foo Vendig
Charles Kissel
Adam Kissel
Haward Ellis
Harry Meyers
Harry Fleischmatin
Michael Cassel
Lot Tichtenstein
David Cideon
Charles Heney
Odell Ready to Aid Republican Campaign in New York
Former governor Odell left Newburgh to meet with Republican State Committee chairman Woodruff for an hour, signaling a more active role in state politics. Woodruff confirmed Odell stands ready to assist in the party’s national and state efforts.
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New York
Odell
Newburgh
Chineman Woodrutt
Republican State Committee
Whadruf
Scenes of Enthusiasm at Departure of Prince
Quebec reports scenes of enthusiasm as the Prince of Wales leaves aboard the battleship Undonitable amid rapid departure. Crowds cheer officers wave. arrival at Mustadin and Fairbanks noted. local observers recall similar scenes.
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Prince
Quebec
Prince of Wales
Prines
Mimnisht
Hh Righness
Markell
Svenca
Ens Mustadin
View Provident Fairbanks
Apy
Plans for Battle Against Standard Oil Intensify
Tex, Mass, Ji 23 0 for we Aker great battle in uke courts with representatives of the Standard Oil. Under Attorney General Konario who takes nine waist vacation tine to Tenns, the government acts to renew the vendetta against the company. Chicago hearings set aside the judgment of 20,249,000 against the firm and aim to carry out the administration’s policy promptly. Kellogg of Minnesota advocates continued action as the legal statua of the cram unfolds with a trained department team heading to Washington.
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Tex
Mass
Gener Konnario
Amman
United Stain Vourk
Chivaga
Widge
Aus
Frank B. Kellogg
Minnesota
Department of Station
Washington
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Democratic Party
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Ingenendance Party
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Tate
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Kings County
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Warner
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