Convention Day at Baltimore Two-Third Rule Clash
Convention in Baltimore opens amid debate on two thirds rule and possible rule suspension. Bryan pressures anti Murphy bloc as Wilson Underwood Harmon Marshall and Clark gain on ballots with no nomination on ballots thirteen through eighteen.
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Nineteenth Ballot Vote Cited in Regional Record
Fragmented OCR notes show a nineteenth ballot with names Bren Gob and Underwood and figures 44, 130, and 0.055. The fragment hints at a vote tally or policy count but lacks clear context or full names. Continued discussion appears on Page Six.
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Kanawha Valley labor conflict to face federal probe
Mike F. Matheney, United Mine Workers official, says Congress will be asked to investigate Kanawha Valley labor conditions after forty coal-company guards face charges of obstructing mails. He travels to Washington to consult with the Postmaster General as tensions between guards and striking miners rise amid injunctions and rioting.
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Washington
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West Virginia
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United Mine Workers of America
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Speaker Clark Denounces Traitors in Democratic Convention
Baltimore June 29 statement after a conference with Hearst and others. Champ Clark defends party integrity and denounces any alliance with selfish interests for presidential nomination. He demands justice from Democrats and challenges William J. Bryan to retract with proof. Bryan had retired by 1:30 a.m.
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Davis D. Francis
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House of Representatives
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Bost
William J. Bryan
Champ Clark
Bryan
State boards fix record tax levy at one cent per hundred
Charleston West Virginia June 29 Special The board of public works set the state tax levy at one cent on the hundred dollars valuation the lowest in state history This year the fire tax stood at two and one half cents
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Charleston
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Clark Heads to Baltimore After Meetings In Washington
Speaker Clark departed Washington at 10 15 pm bound for Baltimore. He was told by managers to reach Baltimore quickly as state delegation leaders held talks to secure a withdrawal of Underweed and other candidates, though efforts failed.
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Government Departments to Remain Open Despite Revenue Shortfall
President Taft and Cabinet decide there will be no government department closures on Monday July 1. Officials say employees must report for duty. the plan extends funding for a month to keep public business running despite lack of new appropriations. The postal service and other agencies warn of potential pay stoppages if funds are not provided.
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Senate
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Tragic Rifle Accident Claims Mrs Moraski in Hastings Strike
A rifle discharge in Deputy Sheriff Doyle's hands at Conduit Place Hastings results in the death of Mrs. Joseph Moraski amid a local strike. The incident occurred June 20 and is under investigation by authorities.
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Democratic Convention Moves Toward Clark as Ballots Continue
At Baltimore the Democratic National Convention adjourned after 26 ballots with Wilson advancing and Clark slipping. Bryan attacked Clark over Tammany Hall ties while Underwood forces held firm, seen as pivotal to Clark's bid. Talks on a Clark Underwood alliance circulated amid calls for decisive action Monday.
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West Virginia GOP poised for victory as progressives waver
Charleston West Virginia June 29 Developments this week boost Republican hopes led by Dr H D Hatfield for statewide victory in the coming election The Roosevelt movement may endorse the GOP ticket rather than oppose it and demand primaries The WV primary favored Hatfield over rivals across the slate with only two districts showing different nominees The Roosevelt faction would resist adding another Republican ticket in most districts if endorsedContinued on Page 7
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Political maneuvering shapes New York vote outlook
In the race for the nomination, Hrgan allies back Clark as the logical nominee while doubts linger over moving Underwood support. Tammany Hall members and Clark supporters argue New York’s vote will resist changes, with further discussion continued on race six.
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Tammany Hall
New York
Virginia shows how lynchings can be prevented
Alfred Wright, a black man, was indicted and convicted in Appomattox County after the assault of Bertha Ferguson. His father and brother from Lynchburg attacked a white man aiding Wright, injuring him with a rock. To prevent a lynching, Wright was hidden in a school house until daylight.
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Japanese Diplomat Attacked in Mexico City
The Japanese charge d affaires Hourigouth and his wife were attacked as hoodlums threw stones at their automobile in a Mexico City thoroughfare. He filed a formal complaint with the federal district governor, and a thorough investigation is underway.
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Prizes Offered for First Aid Contest at Gary Grounds
United States Coal and Coke Company to award 40 30 20 gold prizes plus gold first aid buttons for July 4 competition in Pocahontas field. Events cover shock resuscitation dressings splints and stretcher carry. Judges include prominent physicians. a Gary Pond Creek baseball game follows.
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Pond Creek
Injunction Sought Over Polluting Stream Through Graham
Officials in Graham seek a federal injunction to stop Bluefield from dumping storm and sanitary sewage into Whitley’s Branch, described as sewage filled and foul smelling. The suit, led by J W Hicks and local counsel, targets Bluefield officials and seeks subpoenas for appearance in Charleston on July 10 to request restraining orders.
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