Democrats plan nationwide newspaper subscriptions for campaign fund
Chicago reports Col. Moses C. Wetmore says the Democratic party will seek funds by appealing to editors of all newspapers to start campaign subscriptions. He states the effort will tap every source and aims to outpace Republican fundraising under legal limits. Meetings with Chairman Mack proceed to refine midwest campaign plans.
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Ill
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Democratic National Committee
Democratic Campaign Fund
Moses C. Wetmore
Finance Committee
National Committee
Wetmore
Middle West
Mack
Democratic leaders forecast Bryan gains in Mississippi Valley
Heads of bureaus of the Democratic national committee predict strong results for William Jennings Bryan in the Mississippi valley. Former Governor Dockery and Congressman Champ Clark assert the Denver convention momentum travels through Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, Missouri, Kentucky, Ohio, and Illinois, and Missouri alone could yield 40,000 plurality. They forecast Democrats winning 15 of 16 congressmen and a Democratic legislature to back a Bryan successor to Senator Stone and the state ticket.
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Democratic National Committee
Dockery
Champ Clark
Missouri
Mississippi Valley
Clark
Denver
Colorado
Kansas
Nebraska
Iowa
Kentucky
Ohio
Illinois
Bryan
Stone
Week of Celebration Begins in Nova Scotia
Halifax August 17 Today opened a weeklong celebration marking the 150th anniversary of Nova Scotia parliamentary government and the first like government in the British empire. Prominent officials from nearly all provinces arrive to participate as the event proper runs Wednesday through the week with a monument unveiling and historical exercises at the Provincial Building.
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Halifax
N. S
Nova Scotia
Dominion
British Empire
Blue Ribbon Vanilla Extract offers a new treat
The note highlights Blue Ribbon Vanilla Extract as a delightful option for those who have not used it before. The message promises a pleasant experience and invites readers to try the product.
Kennedy Laxative Cough Syrup Promises Gentle Bowels
An advert states Kennedy’s Laxative Cough Syrup acts gently on the bowels to expel the cold. It is sold by all druggists.
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Kennedy
Haines Brothers Arraigned In Yacht Club Slaying Case
Capt Peter C Haines Jr and his brother T Jenkins Haines faced murder and accessory charges over the Starside Yacht Club killing of William E Annis. The hearing was delayed a week as DA details motive and past connections surface among Annis, the Haines family, and their spouses.
Korean Who Killed Durham Stevens on Trial
The Korean. Whan Chang. stands trial in San Francisco for the March 23 shooting of Durham Stevens, adviser to the Korean emperor at Seoul. The murder occurred as Stevens was boarding a ferry to Washington. Chang and two others allegedly staged the ambush as he alighted from his car.
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Cal
Whan Chang
Durham Stevens
Seoul
Stevens
Washington
Chang
Mr. Stevens
Gunfire in Chinatown killings claim two lives
An assailant opened fire during a confrontation, fatally injuring Stevens who died three days later in hospital. Chun, an associate, was wounded by the initial shot and survived. The incident occurred amid a disturbance linked to a handchief dispute.
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Handchief
Chun
Mr. Stevens
Mob Spirit Still Rules In Springfield
Springfield Illinois August 18 mob violence continues as two more victims join a growing death list. Governor Deneen issues six proclamations and rewards totaling 1200 dollars for arrest and conviction of rioters. Victims include J W Scott and a three weeks old negro girl. baby died from exposure while families fled. Ambush fire noted but no injuries.
Admiral Gverera Wishes Taft Success
Admiral Cervera, famed from the Spanish war, wrote a letter praising Taft. Taft prepared for a Friday speech to Virginia Republicans in Hot Springs, his first political address since Cincinnati. The message highlights cross Atlantic support as Taft gears up for his campaign kickoff in Cincinnati.
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Hot Springs
Virginia
Taft
Cincinnati
Philippine Islands
Admiral Cevera
Dilworth Porter Sparks Public Confidence in Stock
Dilworth and Porter headline a bold claim of genuine stock quality. The banner emphasizes authenticity over imitators, pledging reliable products and keeping customers in stock with trusted brand integrity.
Riots Aftermath in Springfield Toll Rises to Six
In Springfield Illinois the riot death toll climbs to six with G W Scott dying from a gunshot wound. Police recover loot from suspects as authorities brace for more indictments and potential witnesses fear anonymous threats. Troop presence remains steady to deter renewed violence.
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Sherman to be told of nomination today
Utica N Y Aug 17 The general committee in charge of the official notification tomorrow of Congressman Sherman of his notification for the vice presidency has completed its work and everything is in readiness for the event A big celebration is assured Delegations of Republicans from Albany Troy Syracuse Rochester Buffalo and other cities will attend The programme includes marching clubs an automobile procession speech making and an electrical display
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N. Y
Sherman
Albany
Troy
Syracuse
Rochester
Buffalo
Hamilton College Leaders Prepare for Public Address Series
Secretary Root Senator Bur rows Congressman Sherman Mayor Wheeler and President Stryker of Hamilton College are listed among the speakers for the upcoming civic address series. The lineup highlights national and local figures expected to participate.
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Play
Root
Burrows
Sherman
Wheeler
Stryker
Hamilton College
Hains Faces Possible Death Penalty in Murder Case
Washington reports Captain Peter C. Hains Jr. may become the first peacetime U S Army officer executed for murder. Observers note his milder brother influence and a vindictive motive tied to the wife’s supposed betrayal. Lawyer Lipscomb recalls a prior Fort Monroe case and calls the acquittal a miscarriage.
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Peter C. Hains, Jr
William E. Annis
United States Army
Peter
Andrew A. Lipscomb
Thornton J. Hains
Fort Monroe
Ned Hannegan
Thornton
Roanoke Boy Drowns in Roanoke River
George Lee Simmons of Roanoke the son of Mr and Mrs Samuel Simmons drowned while swimming with other boys about a mile from the city The youth who had told friends he would swim across was seized by a cramp and sank as he neared the river center Luther Martin and Curley were involved in attempts to rescue and recover the body Curley finally retrieved the drowning boy after divers and near‑by boys reacted to the accident
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Roanoke
George Lee Simmons
Samuel Simmons
Roanoke River
Simmons
Luther Martin
Curley
Richmond Masonic Member Dies by Own Action Shooting
William Krause a well known Richmond Mason and member of the order died by his own hand today by shooting himself. The report notes he was in ill health.
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Richmond
William Krause
Just Exactly Right New Life Pills Endorsement
A Harrisville New York resident Mr A A Felton praises Dr King s New Life Pills claiming years of use with exact results and relief from constipation biliousness and malaria sold for 25 cents at all drug stores
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Dr. King
A. A. Felton
Harrisville
N. Y
Race War Threat Looms Over Mine Barricade
In Jellico area near Tennessee border, seventy armed Black miners barricaded inside a commissary while 300 to 400 White men gather outside. Sheriff Huddleston arrives with authorities trying to avert violence as a night battle seems likely. General Manager John Gorman and local officials urge calm and restraint.
Terrible mistake drives Hains case witness to trial
In Winthrop Massachusetts on August 17 the discarded wife of Captain Peter C Hains is expected to be the key prosecution witness when Hains and his brother in law go to trial for the murder of William E Annis The woman spoke briefly Saturday night saying she believed Hains made a terrible mistake and she hoped they would swing for it
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Mass
Peter C. Hains
William E. Annis
Hains
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