Bryan in Pittsburg fires up crowds for campaign
In Pittsburg on August 19 William J Bryan and his party arrived at Union Station to rousing cheers. He spoke at the Grand Opera House and Avenue Theatre, defending the Democratic platform and urging a finance policy led by Americans. He attacked the gold standard and outlined the 16 to 1 ratio, urging the common people to decide.
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Subway Cave-In Traps Gar Passenger, Policeman Saves
A subway cave-in in Saginaw traps a carload of passengers but a quick police intervention prevents disaster. The trapped individuals escaped with minor injuries and credit a vigilant officer for steering the rescue. The incident prompted city officials to inspect the line for safety upgrades.
Wind and Lightning Wreak Michigan City Storm Damage
A fierce wind and lightning storm causes structural damage across Michigan City and Saginaw. A subway cave in near King's Chapel narrowly halts an inbound electric car, Tremont Street closed, workers repair the hole. In Saginaw, churches, factories, and numerous buildings suffer unroofings. the Vincent Hotel is struck. damage estimated at $100,000.
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Saginaw Basket Factory
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Tragic Lightning Strike Kills Doctor at Islesboro Cottage
At Islesboro in Penobscot Bay a violent thunderstorm struck Mrs. C. D. Pressey’s cottage during a Sunday visit by her family and Miss Rifgapeth Brown. Dr. William L. Pressey was killed instantly when lightning struck his arm and body while protecting his fiancée Miss Brown, who survived but was stunned. The cottage burned and was damaged as bystander witnesses recounted the scene and the young doctor’s funeral was planned for Bangor.
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Cambridge
Mass
Danforth to Preside at Bryan and Sewall Notification Rally
Ex-State treasurer Eliot Danforth will preside at the Bryan and Sewall notification exercises in Jersey City and New York. Governor Stone of Missouri will speak for the national committee, followed by Mr Bryan. Garden setup will add 10 500 seating capacity with 2 500 on floor and 1 500 in gallery. Police will secure access from train to ferry, with a 50-officer escort and no guarantee of reserved seating after 7 45.
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Eliot Danforth
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Missouri
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Stone
Chicago
Democratic
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Bryan and Sewall Club
No. 1
William Sulzer
Progress of land bill moves toward compromise in Lords
In London on August 10 the Irish land bill reached third reading with a landlord friendly atmosphere. The Marquis of Lansdowne presented three amendments favored by landlords and accepted. About a dozen landlord amendments were withdrawn after Earl Spencer spoke, and the bill advanced to its final reading.
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Death on Stage as Crozier Slain in The Sins of a Night
At the Novelty Theatre in London on August 10, actor Mr. Crozier died after the dagger during the final act pierced his breast. The audience, unaware of the error, applauded his realistic fall as the plot required a death on stage.
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Fell From Flying Yankee Near Portsmouth
Edward Greeley, 32, resident of Newfields, fell from the Flying Yankee about one mile from Portsmouth station. Seen by train crew, he was picked up and brought to the station. A physician found a bruise on the left side and injuries to the left arm and elbow. Railroad men say Greeley was intoxicated and stealing a ride on a forward mail car.
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Greeley
Post sales soar as Fall River presses publish briskly
In Fall River on August 8 James Duckett, Post Agent, notes total weekly sales at 6300 posts, the sharpest rise in local history. The paper expects an average of 6600 posts this week and requests an additional 150 orders to meet demand.
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Fall River
James Duckett
Day in a Nutshell Set Heat Record in Boston
A record heat wave blasted Boston with 98 to 100 plus readings as officials noted a deadly stretch across the nation. Winds from the east briefly cooled temps, but midafternoon temperatures surged again. Boston’s North End faced intense heat, while crowds sought air and relief in parks as the day wore on. cooling breezes and ice carts barely steadied the city.
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