Illinois Democratic Convention Eyes Bryan Indorsement
Peoria Illinois August 20 The Illinois Democracy state convention will endorse William J Bryan as the party's presidential candidate despite his disapproval of Roger C Sullivan retaining the national committeeman post. The key issue is whether Sullivan remains in control of the party under Bryan's challenge.
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William J. Bryan
Illinois Democracy
Roger C. Sullivan
Chicago
Sullivan
Bryan
Proving Alibi for Williams Across the Atlantic
Friends of George Fred Williams doubt a report that Williams crossed to meet William J. Bryan at Gibraltar and claim he is still in Prince Edward Island. They call the anti Williams editorial a misreading of his trip as a rush to Bryan. Upon return he may face charges of trying to see Bryan first.
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Prince Edward Island
Atlantic
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Bryan Concludes Tour Returns Home From Gibraltar
William J. Bryan and his party sailed from Gibraltar on the Prinzess Irene at 2 p m with the former expressing pleasure at the tour. He visited sites in and around the Rock and is on his way home.
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William J. Bryan
Lloyd Line
Whitney denies Gibby head of campaign for governor
Henry M. Whitney rejects claims that lobbyist Benjamin F. Gibby will promote his campaign or receive 25000 before the primaries. Whitney says Gibby is not to be a promoter or business agent. Gibby declined to discuss the reports when contacted.
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Wall Street market soars with Union Pacific rally and heavy volume
Aug 20 Wall Street sees 2.9 million shares changing hands as Union Pacific and Southern Pacific spark gains. Amalgamated Copper leads a broad advance with Atchison hitting a high, while profit taking recedes into a cautious pullback.
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Boston Market Highlights Exchange Activity and Totals
The Boston Market records stock and bond prices and daily sales. Total sales show listed stocks 57,338 shares bonds 31,000 unlisted stocks 29,124 shares with notes on second instalment ex-dividend and assessment payments.
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Coyne to challenge Cole in Andover race
Aug 20. Opponents of Speaker John N. Cole nominate John T. Coyne a traveling salesman as a challenger. Gerrymandered Cole district favors the speaker, dropping troublesome areas to a district likely to be carried. Coyne is regarded as highly capable by friends.
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John N. Cole
John T. Coyne
Cole
Coyne
Foley Calls on Aldermen For Boston Lawrence Fund
Councilman William J. Foley of Ward 7 urged aldermen to donate 3 each to support a Lawrence government entertainment event at Peddock's Island. He said Boston should show the same courtesy Lawrence had shown them. The aldermen tabled the matter for consideration after his speech.
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Lawrence
Peddock’s Island
Lawrence Boys
Boston Boys
Boston
Bill Foley
Worcester Police Chief in Critical Condition After Knife Incident
Worcester reports Police Chief William J. E. Stone in very critical condition at City Hospital after developing neuritis three weeks ago and facing an unresolved knife incident.
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William J. E. Stone
City Hospital
Curb Market Prices Move on Boston Exchange Floor
Keenenaw Copper rose to 12, Cananea Central traded 15 1 2 to 17, Micmac Gold held near 5 1 4 to 6 1 2, Arizona Commercial hit 41 3 4, marking another high for the month.
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Aldermen Resist Change as Chairman Postponed
After a three week recess the Board of Aldermen met but did not discuss a new chairman. Councilman Kiley led West End residents in opposing Boston Elevated work and a possible subway alternative. Mayor, Shuman, and Curley debated hospital investigations while water main delays cited for East Boston Emergency Hospital completion.
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Boston
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City vows garbage dump will stay on Atlantic avenue
Mayor and Sanitary Superintendent Gillespie defend the Atlantic avenue dump amid growing protests from nearby property owners. City officials allege the odors stem from selfish motives tied to proposed leases. a possible equity suit is anticipated with the city prepared to defend.
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Dockmen May All Walk Out
District Assembly 30 of Knights of Labor demands immediate reinstatement for four discharged Metropolitan Steamship Company longshoremen and calls strikers back in body. Leaders vow to pursue industrial peace but threaten a general citywide walkout if justice is denied. A conference with coastwise longshoremen and company leaders is set for 9 o clock tomorrow.
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Angry at the Mayor Angered by Eight-Hour Call
The Boston Stationary Engineers' Union executive committee denounces Mayor Fitzgerald for delaying eight hour city work. The union plans a mass meeting on September 12 with likely speakers Samuel Gompers John Mitchell and Matt Comerford, plus local and state labor leaders.
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John Mitchell
Matt Comerford
Stationary Engineers
President Shea Arrives After Harmonious International Convention
President Cornelius P. Shea of the International Teamsters said the recent convention was the most harmonious and expeditious ever held. He dismissed yellow journalism and blamed one anti administration man for alleged disorder. Shea planned to campaign in Maine against Congressman Littlefield.
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Wage strike notes and new labor club formed in Boston
The Boston Sheet Metal Workers Union 17 reports a 60 cent daily wage increase strike with 22 workers on the roll and wage support from 45 firms. A major wage earners club forms in Ward 19 led by Edmund Ward and 242 members meet at 1109 Columbus Ave. The Lamson Store Service Co. in Lowell sees 35 metal polishers on strike after a wage increase rejection. W H Burns of Union 95 is elected delegate to the State branch convention.
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Charles R. Sterling
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Daniel Perry
John Dolan
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Moran to Stay on Ticket in Light of Lawson Letter
District Attorney Moran rejects Lawson’s advice to back Governor Guild if Whitney is nominated. Moran recalls his two year old remark calling Lawson the greatest ever and downplays the letter’s impact on his re election plan. Moran confirms he will run on his own nomination and allow voters to decide.
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Henry M. Whitney
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Governor Guild Stands Pat on Tariff Revision
Governor Guild returns from vacation and stays silent on politics. Private Secretary Gettemy says his tariff views remain unchanged. He would not accept renomination without a tariff plank aligned with his inaugural and Roosevelt letter. Colonel Clarke and General Dra per oppose. Clarke claims misquote.
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Logan Declares Candidacy for 10th District Congress
Senator Edward L. Logan of South Boston will seek the Democratic nomination for Congress in the 10th district. After conferences with friends, he decided to announce today with a statement outlining why he should be chosen over Joseph F. OConnell, and why he should be elected. McNary is expected to back Logan and campaign for him. The race is heating up with more activity expected in the coming week.
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OConnell Secures Full Local Endorsement in Milton
Joseph O Connell of Boston wins the endorsement of all 11 members of Milton town committee for the Democratic nomination in the 10th district. He has Quincy city committee support and plans to speak in Boston that evening.
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Joseph O'Connell
Boston
10Th
O'Connell
Quincy
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