Democratic Platform Advocates Single Presidential Term
The platform calls for a single presidential term, direct voter elections for U S Senators, and publicity of campaign expenditures. It pledges to prohibit corporate campaign contributions, curb individual excesses, and enact reliable banking reform while opposing imperialism. It praises the Democratic Congress and outlines measures on railroads, floods, Alaska coal, agriculture, and a stronger merchant marine.
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Giblin Makes Self at Home Amid Boston Delegation
At the Democratic convention in Baltimore on June 28 the Massachusetts delegation led by Mayor Fitzgerald remained exhausted after a long night session. Tom Giblin of Fast Boston moved freely among delegations, while Massachusetts allies prepared banners and horns for a Foss demonstration if his name was nominated. The platform committee finished a broadly progressive platform, praised by Bryan, with details to follow after nominees are chosen.
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Wilson Story Echoes After Fifth Ballot Result
Governor Wilson compared Baltimore's ongoing ballot count to a tale of two travelers chasing a town twenty miles away. He recalled how, after driving at a brisk pace for half an hour, they met another passerby who gave the same twenty mile answer. The remark framed the political stalemate.
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Unsure Exchange Echoes Refrain of Steady Fortitude
In a terse dialogue a pair of men insist they are holding their own amid ongoing struggle. The speech highlights resolve and mutual support as they weather the uncertain situation. The excerpt suggests a stubborn endurance despite adversity.
Woman Shot Now Fast Recovering
Miss Lucy Lukowich of Brockton, wounded by Joseph Vinskus of South Boston who then killed himself, is recovering rapidly and plans to marry John Yunis once fully convalescent.
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Boy Rescued After Fall From East Boston Dock
A 12 year old boy Gratton fell from Simp sons dry dock in East Boston and was saved by James Donovan who jumped in and grabbed him as he sank for the third time. Several aboard the steamship City of Augusta witnessed the daring rescue.
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Record Heat Peaks at 86 Degrees and City Hospital Incident
The day’s high reached 86 degrees with a single prostration reported. The local office recorded 8 degrees as the afternoon high between 3 and 4 pm, while night fell to 57 degrees at 4 am. William Waul of 139 Boston Street, South Boston, was overcome on Sarsfield Street and admitted to City Hospital.
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Odol Odorless Mouthwash Praised for Hot Day Comfort
Odol-izing the mouth and teeth morning and evening helps one stand the heat and refreshes like a shower. Odol is described as the most delightful antiseptic mouth and tooth wash, purifying the whole mouth and hard to reach areas and keeping breath clear for hours. A few drops in water suffices, costing only a cent more weekly, from Geo Borgfeldt & Co New York.
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