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Newspaper
Boston Post
Location
Boston, Massachusetts, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1908
Page
4
Amid a Denver gathering discussion turns to Thomas Cleveland’s legacy and the feud over how to memorialize him. Bryan backers resist insults while Parker and Cincinnati figures push for unity, warning against reviving old quarrels as the convention nears.
Conservative Democrats from New York to Colorado prepare to oppose the Nebraska anti injunction plank in the national convention. They seek to modify or omit the provision granting jury trials for contempt and favor a tariff revision aimed at revenue and reducing monopolies.
July 2 speech by John N. Cole speaker of the House and lieutenant governor candidate at the Red Lion Inn Stockbridge analyzes a 5.5 million state tax burden and critiques Rep. Robert Luce and his Ways and Means chairmanship. Cole highlights rising municipal costs and a proposed stock transfer tax as opposed by Luce and the committee.
July 2 Sagamore Beach hosts ministers in conference with John Spargo and Robert Hunter. Prof Vida Scudder and Prof Emily Balch of Wellesley declare socialism support. Clergy confess leaning to socialism and a 1908 platform calls for fair distribution of labor profits and public controls. A resolution asks Roosevelt to fund a commission promoting friendly international relations and hospitality to foreigners.
Bryan supporters plan a milder substitute resolution to honor Grover Cleveland, arguing Parker’s tribute aims to sow factionalism at the Democratic national convention. They expect to introduce it after the temporary chairman’s speech to force Parker’s resolution as a potential substitute. Democrats broadly welcome honoring Cleveland, but many caution against divisive action.
Bay State delegates assemble for the Democratic convention in Denver with Massachusetts figures like George Fred Williams predicting unanimity for Bryan. O'Gara from Spencer and Lott F. McNamara from Haverhill travel with a large, mixed group while several alternates are reported as missing or delayed. Betting runs 5 to 3 that Bryan will win the nomination.
The Democratic party accepts a Rocky Mountain burro as convention mascot. Denver Times presented the animal to Chairman Tom Taggart at the Brown Hotel. The burro bore paint inscriptions proclaiming its name Denver and its ownership by Taggart.
William A. Davenport serves as alternate for John B. Moran as the full delegation awaits Denver. With incomplete attendance no meeting is held. Leo McCullough wins 14 cents after two hours of play and is nicknamed the bad boy of the party. Mr. Williams calls the vice presidency uncertain and says Bryan will not interfere. G. F. McNeil of Connecticut pitches his show, while the speaker backs a New England man first.
The Massachusetts delegation left North station at 4 PM aboard a train led by George Fred Williams. Williams predicted a Bryan nomination for president and noted the platform debate would unfold in the resolutions committee. The list of delegates includes Williams, Doherty, O Sullivan, Synan, Tuck, Drinkwater, and many others, with Boston, Fall River, Marlboro, and Springfield represented. Newspaper correspondents covering the event include Hennessy, Ellis, Dillerby, McSweeney, Dans, and Brock.
An advertisement touts Mothersill Seasick Remedy as nonaddictive and safe for seasickness and car sickness. It claims universal ship endorsements and money-back satisfaction, with capsules sold in 50¢ and $1.00 boxes and available at multiple Detroit Boston outlets.
The intercollegiate Democratic committee led by Roger Sherman Hoar sends a greeting to the Denver convention. The message pledges enthusiastic support for the nominees and notes active college club organization across the country. Names of club presidents and organizers from Harvard Princeton Cornell MIT and other schools are listed.
Elaborate ceremonies mark the dedication of the Knights of Columbus Club of Dorchester council chamber tonight. Speakers include ex Mayor John F Fitzgerald and Congressman Joseph F O Connell with club officers. mortgage burning to celebrate. Music by the Columbus Club orchestra and glee club followed by refreshments and dancing.
A violent electrical storm near York, Maine struck Henry Houston's ladder shop, burning it to the ground. Loss estimated at $8000, uninsured. A barn owned by Daniel Weare was also struck and destroyed, with damage around $1500.
Maine state results show Portland area scores with Bangor at 6 and Lewiston Pine Tree weather impacted by rain conditions. The brief item lists locations and a weather note without additional context.
An old department store style ad touts Protene Compound as a cure for stomach disorders caused by gland prostration. It urges readers to buy from Riker Jaynes Drug Stores and follow dosing before meals and at night, crediting Cooper Pharmacal Company of Chicago as originators.
In a scorching spell Denver registers 70 while Chicago 68 New York 88 Montreal 78 and several other cities reach 80s. Forecaster Smith says heat relief is coming today as ambulances and relief stations treat dozens of overheated residents and workers across Massachusetts and nearby states.
John D McKee aged 41 of Roxbury collapsed near 16 Main street Charlestown during noon hours. James McDermott 46 of 294 Commercial street also collapsed near 58 State street and was taken for observation at Deer Island Hospital. Nellie Donovan 26 working at 41 Hanover street was prostrated and cared for at the Relief station.
A detailed sales pitch extols Maps-Flake as superior wheat food for children, claiming a 96 hour steam cook, precise flaking, and 400 degree toasting to break down starch. It argues the long process yields fully digestible, flavor enhanced meals served in hotels, clubs, cafes, and dining cars.
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