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Newspaper
Bluefield Daily Telegraph
Location
Bluefield, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1908
Page
1
The Het district Democrats convene with Bluefield likely to back Mayor Peters. Peters is viewed as the best chance to win the nomination, with promises said to have been made to Mercer or McDowell.
The Fifth congressional district Democratic convention will convene at city hall at 10 AM with Maj. E A Mennett presiding. Judge David E Johnston is expected to be named temporary chairman as delegates from Boone Cabell Putnam Mingo Wayne Mason Lincoln Logan Wyoming Raleigh McDowell Mercer gather and discuss candidates including Mayor F M Peters and Mercer McDowell supporters.
Russellville Kentucky August 12 Rufus Browder the Negro whose crime sparked the lynching of four others was refused a change of venue when arraigned today. The case was passed to the September term with no disturbance in the crowded court room.
Lincoln Neb August 12 Mr Bryan receives formal notification of his third Democratic presidential nomination amid a citywide jubilee. Delegations from Nebraska Missouri Kansas Iowa and other states attend a morning program of concerts and a noon luncheon at the Lincoln Hotel before a grand procession to the Capitol grounds.
Enthusiastic crowds at the Capitol greet Mr Bryan as he accepts the Democratic nomination. He pauses for cheers, then greets supporters and seeds a reception in the rotunda before dinner in Fairview. Bryan declares harmony and conservative constitutional government guiding the party.
A promo note highlights Blue Ribbon Lemon and Vanilla as a superior choice for any use. It emphasizes consistent pleasing flavor across varieties and positions the product as a reliable option for diverse occasions.
Dilworth and Porter top the lineup in a bold claim that keeps stocks full with genuine items not merely “just as good.” The ad asserts authenticity and reliability in the featured products and brand promise.
President Taft consults with Hitchcock Swisher Elkins and Scott on the West Virginia situation but offers no pledge. National Committee WH defers on ticket regularity while awaiting fuller guidance.
Hot Springs Va Aug 12 Judge Taft announces no speeches outside Cincinnati during the campaign. After talks with Republican chairman Frank Hitchcock and staff chief Arthur Vorys, officials say Taft will avoid state political disputes including West Virginia and New York governor matters. Hitchcock met WV senators Elkins Scott and Swisher and discussed the split ticket, with Elkins drafting a letter to the national committee.
The Cabell county Democrats met in Huntington in delegate convention to nominate a county ticket. Sheriff Joseph E K Thompson county clerk F K McCullough circuit clerk R W McWilliams prosecuting attorney C R Wyatt county commissioner D J Smith assessor B V Davis House of delegates George J Me Comas Boyd Jarrell and S T Burton were named with GOP opposition expected to be modest.
George Pappas Greek restaurateur here was tried in county court and acquitted after being accused of murdering his wife. He ran a restaurant in the Aston building and had dining rooms.
After a late night murder claim, suspect Pappas and his wife retired to their rooms. A card game on the same floor was interrupted when Pappas left to join, and a pistol shot followed. Pappas said his wife had shot herself, was arrested, and a coroner's inquest led to grand jury indictment.
Boston August 12 The newly formed Printers League leaders spoke to the International Typographical Union convention with remarks by Charles Francis of New York president of the league. His remarks were recorded as part of the convention files. The body also moved to tighten by laws for foremen in union shops regarding firings. Invites for next year were received and the convention deferred decision until tomorrow with possible sites listed.
Parkersburg W V Aug 12 Fire destroyed the West Virginia Veneer and Door Company plant and the Parkersburg Ice Company plant. Twelve residences were destroyed and a railroad bridge over the Ohio River was damaged. The blaze for a time threatened the city lower section.
Wilbur Wright of Ohio made a splendid morning flight at Le Mans circling the field five times and staying aloft 6 minutes 56 25 seconds. The highest altitude reached was 60 feet. Virginia country cured hams advertised by Dudley and Frazier Graham Virginia.
Third fatal accident aboard the Couronne in sixteen months occurs when a shell explodes within a breach block area. All turret occupants are wounded and the incident highlights ongoing hazards aboard the ship.
Six killed and eighteen injured on board the Couronne off Isle Saline D Hyeres during gunnery training. Breech of a 164 millimetre gun blew out, with experts citing decomposition of B powder and overheating as causes. Several men mangled, two blinded, limbs amputated.
Lincoln Nebraska August 12 Tonight Mr and Mrs Bryan entertained the notification committee at dinner at Fairview home. Ruth Leavitt and Grace Bryan served with spouses Spangler and T F Allen relation to the Democratic candidate and Mrs Winger present as a guest party.
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