Democratic committee faces funding squeeze for early campaign
The Democratic Congressional Committee moves earlier than usual to raise funds and expand literature for campaigns. Chairman Lloyd travels to New York to recruit loyalists while hoping to avoid halting activities. A London cable notes Vladimir Poulsen explaining the wireless telephone arc and undamped waves. In California, the Republican State Central Committee calls a August 27 convention in Oakland to name presidential electors.
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New York
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San Francisco
Republican State Central Committee
Oakland
NYSE to Close Early for Grover Cleveland's Memory
In New York on June 25 the stock exchange will suspend trading and close at 1 p.m. tomorrow as a mark of respect for former President Grover Cleveland. The decision follows the national mourning observed after his death.
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New York
Grover Cleveland
New York Stock Exchange
Gans Nelson bout odds swing as betting shifts
San Francisco reporters note betting on the Gans Nelson fight moved from 10 to 8 to 10 to 7 after Corbett's announcement. Prospects for a 10 to 6 spread loom as backers adjust. McFarland Welsh match in Los Angeles July Fourth also sees odds drop from 10 to 9 to 10 to 8 amid local support for Packy McFarland.
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Gans
Tom Corbett
Los Angeles
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Longboat Barred From Olympic Run
New York reports indicate Tom Longboat sailed for London to compete but will be barred from the games. He faces a cloud over his amateur status as fresh evidence suggests he may be a professional, making him ineligible to race.
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New York
Tom Longboat
London
Shroeder's Tigers draw small crowds in Tacoma debate franchise
The article notes weak Tacoma attendance sparking talk that Seattle or Bellingham should host a franchise. Insider chatter suggests Tacoma could prosper under new management, with Seattle players praised for power and impact in the league. Charles Irby and Butte are highlighted for standout fielding and athletic plays. First baseman Stovall leads the American League slugging, closely followed by Cobb.
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Seattle
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Butte
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Sveldt
Stovall
Cleveland
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Cobb
Incident with Venezuela closed for the present
Washington reports no further trouble expected in Venezuela. The recall of Jacob Sleeper and Lt. Ruggles ends the diplomatic incident. About a dozen American consular officers remain in Venezuelan cities to protect U.S. citizens and interests.
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Ruggles
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Caracas
Castro
Department
United States
Connell’s team dominates Butte league game at Columbia Gardens
With Alderman Jimmy Doran pitching and Leahy in support, Connell’s squad overwhelmed the office crowd at Columbia Gardens, winning 14 to % Bar nell's. Doran, Leahy, Postoffice, Me Manus and Hocking starred for Connell’s.
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Connell
Butte Commercial League
Columbia Gardens
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Doran
Leahy
Postoffice
MeManus
Hocking
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