Bryan Dies in Dayton. Famed Orator Was 66
William Jennings Bryan, three time Democratic presidential nominee and Scopes trial prosecutor, died in Dayton Tennessee on Sunday afternoon. Physicians believe death came from apoplexy during a rest after dinner. Mrs Bryan planned Arlington Cemetery burial. Bryan had wished Arlington burial and had served as a Spanish American War colonel.
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Final Campaign 10 Quell Rif ss Debated in Rabat
United Press reports from Rabat that Marshall Petain, Verdun defender, plans a night departure to Teluan for a meeting with the Spanish Dictator Primo Deriveris. officials say the final campaign against the Riffs is forming now.
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Rural driver killed in morning highway crash near Rutersville
A local farmer named Jay was struck by a vehicle on the highway near Rutersville this morning and died from his injuries. Authorities say the incident occurred as he was walking along the road after sunset last night.
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Cotton Estimates Compared With 1910 Figures
The Department of Agriculture placed the July 4 world supply of American cotton at 1,219,327 bales, contrasting with 48,714 bales in a 1910 estimate. In Paninj County, Hones Grove received its first bale of the 1926 season this morning, marking a notable start to the era.
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Bryan's earthly remains rest with friend in Dayton
The body of William Jennings Bryan lies at the home of Richard Rodgers in Dayton Tennessee awaiting in state. The widow receives aid as the casket is to be moved to Arlington Cemetery in Washington for burial, likely on Wednesday. A special car will transport the body guarded by American Legion members ahead of the funeral.
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Governor orders Texas Capitol flag to half mast
Governor Pers ouson ordered the Texas Capitol flag placed at half mast for William Jennings Bryan. The governor also sent condolences to Bryan's widow.
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Government panel adviser warns anthracite miners and operators
John Hays Hammond, head of the federal fact finding commission, issues a statement from Swampscott urging miners and operators to avert ruin by settling their disputes without a strike. He warns the public to stock coal cautiously to avoid market disruption.
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British Ship Edgemone Castle Founders Off Manila
A British steamer named Edgemone Castle foundered in a terrific storm Sunday near Manila. Members of the crew were rescued by a cutter and brought ashore, with details of the disaster continuing to emerge.
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Weather Woes Hit Young Cotton Crops in Dayton Tennessee
DAYTON Tenn July 27 In the thick of the most spectacular battle of his strenuous career William Jennings Bryan died suddenly in Dayton after a campaign day. The weather has devastated thin land while young cotton holds its own and old crops suffer from sun and wind. He was a three-time presidential candidate and dominant figure in American politics dying of apoplexy and cerebral hemorrhage.
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Pleasanton Observer reports unusual backoffice fire delay
Clerk Craig is unable to light his pipe as the Linotype heater fails initially. Under Jake Small's guidance the machine works and prints, despite Simailit’s lapse in lighting due to abstinence and a hot back office. The item notes Pleasanton's weather as the hottest in years.
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Favorite Printing Co Statement Drop Stirs Curiosity
Favorite Printing Co faces a terse statement drop prompting questions about its plans. Local sources note no full announcements yet, while investors watch for signals on future partnerships and product lines.
Not a Millionaire Says Bryan in Tampa Letter
Tampa July 7. W J Bryan states in a letter to J D Lampbright editor of the Tampa Tribune that he was never a millionaire. He says he was fortunate in finances and that reports of vast wealth are incorrect. His estate is placed around 500000 dollars at his death.
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Texas Rail Commission Eyes Feed Rate Relief for 65 Counties
At a July hearing in Austin the Texas Railroad Commission began plans to ease freight rates for sixty five drought stricken counties. Hay grain and feed are the reported needs presented to the commission. In Chicago a separate note reports selection of veniremen for the trial of an insanity charge, with the defendant to be confined if found insane.
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Grass fire near Nelson Blake home in Yairview Addition
Fire alarm sounded at 2:30 pm reporting grass burning near Nelson Blake's residence in Yairview Addition north of the city. Fire company responded but did little work as the blaze was quickly extinguished with no damage reported. Weather: east Texas partly clear in the northern portion.
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