Wright makes new records in fort Myer flights
Orville Wright set new aero plane records at Fort Myer in three flights. He logged two near hour long flights and a six minute paired flight with Lieutenant Labm, signaling progress in aerial development and military reconnaissance potential.
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Proceedings Postponed in Gompers Labor Case
Washington date brief hearing delays contempt proceedings against President Samuel Gompers Secretary Frank Morrison and John Mitchell of the AFL over publishing Buck Stove and Range in the We Don't Patronize list Justice Gould presided The postponement to gather testimony came at Buck Stove and Range Co counsel request opposing Gompers and colleagues Judge Alton B Parker actively aided the defense.
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Taft campaign plans delayed as invitations flood in
Cincinnati reports that Republican national committee plans for Taft’s country tour are in abeyance while two delegations are set for Sept. 17 and 22. The candidate will appear in Chicago on Oct. 7 for the Deep Waterway meeting, with Bryan addressing Oct. 9. Taft’s Cincinnati visit drew many personal, political and professional friends to the Linton hotel on his first day.
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Bryan Begins Eastern Trip In Democratic Roar
William J. Bryan tours Peoria and Evansville in a nonstop sequence of speeches. He attacks Taft and the Republican platform while noting state rights and campaign issues. The trip, in a private car with aides and press, runs through September 29 from Illinois to Lincoln.
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Coroner’s Jury Fates Death of Dr Rustin as Unknown Adasol
The coroner's jury in Omaha ruled Dr Frederick Rustin died from a pistol shot fired by an unknown assailant. They urge scrutiny of Charles B Davis linked by Mrs Abbie Rica and note Davis’s prior mental illness and recent erratic behavior. Davis was arrested then released on bond. his brothers signed the bond.
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California Banker Killed in Auto Collision
Phillip N. Lilienthal president of the Anglo California Bank of San Francisco died from injuries after the automobile he rode in returning from the Gans Nelson prize fight collided with a horse and a carriage.
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Connecticut Republicans Nominate Lilley for Governor
The Connecticut Republican state convention in New Haven chose George L. Lilley of Waterbury as their gubernatorial candidate. Lieutenant Governor Lake was defeated three to one, with Lilley’s organization uniting behind him after months of skirmishing. Governor Woodruff sought renomination but played little role in the outcome.
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Fall of Br Alberti Shakes Danish Bank World
Copenhagen reports the former minister of justice Br Alberti confessed to frauds and embezzlement at Bondestandens Sparkasse, a savings bank he led. Losses run into millions, including $1.5 million to the Danish Farmers Butter Export association, with state aid discussion under way.
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Solemn Reception for Cardinal Vannutelli in London
Cardinal Vannutelli, pope’s legate, is formally received by prelates at Westminster Cathedral for the Eucharistic congress. The cathedral, nearly complete inside, seats 8,000 as crowds line streets and galleries for hours to glimpse the visiting dignitary amid trumpets and cheering clergy.
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Papal legate Vannutelli presides in scarlet at English church
Cardinal Vannutelli arrives as legate of the pope and is welcomed by Archbishop Bourne in Westminster. He dons scarlet robes, sprinkles holy water, and sits under a gold embroidered canopy before a large prelate gathering. Archbishops, bishops, abbots, and cardinals attend the ceremonial service ending with benediction.
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Tea drinking as a gendered vice in historic critique
The Female Spectator reports tea drinking as a feminine vice from a century ago. The London Mail quotes criticism noting the tea table costs exceed supporting two children, and derides it as wasteful, unhousewifely, and a cause of idleness.
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