Moves of the Day in Presidential Battle
Straw ballot shows Republicans losing to 1904 totals and could doom Taft if trends continue. Hughes plans eight to ten last minute speeches in New York City while Bryan attacks Republican spending on parades and fire in Rome New York. Postmaster General Meyer campaigns for Taft as experienced and contrasts with Bryan as inexperienced in Belair Maryland.
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Hughes
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Rome
N. Y
Bryan
Republican Party
Meyer
Belair
Hearst Attacks Parties in Cooper Union Speech
William Randolph Hearst spoke at Cooper Union for the Independence party denouncing Republicans and Democrats. He cited letters from John D. Archbold of Standard Oil to the late Senator Sewell and from M. D. King to D. M. Parry and John Maxwell, criticizing labor policy and Gardner of New Jersey.
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Cardinal Gibbons Declines Public Political Endorsement
National Democratic Committeeman Edward A. Newman quoted Cardinal Gibbons about avoiding public political endorsements. The Cardinal said the church does not control members' political views and Catholic members span all parties. He emphasized free thought and voting on political and economic questions.
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National Democratic
Edward A. Newman
District of Columbia
Cardinal Gibbons
Newman
Catholic Church
United States
Schooner Childe Harold Passes Vineyard Haven
The four masted schooner Childe Harold, whose safety was feared at Norfolk, arrived at Vineyard Haven today bound south. Weather delays had slowed her progress as she moved on from the Cape waters.
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Vineyard Haven
Childe Harold
Norfolk
Imposing Republican Torch Parade Of College Students
Tonight Boston hosts 2800 students from Harvard Technology Tufts Amherst and Boston University in a Republican show of support for Taft. The march runs from Cambridge through Beacon Street Park Street Boylston to Columbus Avenue with Carnibal’s Band leading. Harvard officials address the crowd at Harvard Yard and Mayor Wardwell reviews the procession.
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Amherst
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Beacon Street
Park Street
Boylston Street
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Taft
Carnibal
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Wardwell
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G. Swan
W. G. Munroe
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W. G. Wendell
B. S. van Rensselaer
National Republican College League
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J. A. Locke
J. Howard
Taft and Bryan Rally Crowds in Syracuse NY Tour
In Syracuse Taft and Bryan drew standing room crowds as they campaigned across New York. Taft spoke at two events and Bryan at four amid cheering demonstrations, with Taft praising Governor Hughes and contrasting administrations.
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Bryan
Taft
Syracuse
New York
Taft and Bryan in Syracuse amid welcome and parades
The Taft and Bryan specials arrived near 6 PM and were greeted warmly in Syracuse. Bryan met many on the platform, Taft rested then spoke at Alhambra and Turn Hall. A Republican parade led the way with several local clubs. Bryan was joined by Judge Parker and I J Dunne. Both guests were initiated into the Mystique Krewe of Kanoono.
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Taft
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New York
Hughes
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Conklin Unconditional
Utica
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Root on Labor's Fight Keep Its Vote From Being Controlled
Secretary of State Root warned in Toledo that labor's fate hinges on electing Bryan He said labor's independence would be lost if Bryan fails and that workers must retain control over their own votes rather than be led by leaders
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Root
Labor
Bryan
Taft Praises Hughes in Canandaigua Speech
Taft urged support for New York Governor candidate James S. Sherman in Canandaigua New York praising Governor Hughes as a great man. He argued voters recognize moral conviction and leadership and that polls misjudge the people's judgment in electing him.
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Canandaigua
N. Y
Taft
Hughes
James S. Sherman
New York
State of
Taft in Empire State Stirs Crowds Across Six Cities
Taft travels through New York state visiting six cities including Lyons and Syracuse drawing Republican cheers in a campaign swing that echoed parallel activity by Mr. Bryan.
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Taft
Empire State
Taft Praises McKinley Roosevelt in G. O. P. Record
Syracuse report notes Taft’s speeches praising McKinley and Roosevelt and predicting a GOP victory over free silver. He frames party credit around past administrations and current effort, with emphasis on unity and electoral prospects.
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McKinley
Roosevelt
Bryan denounces Taft as he cites parade plans and poverty
William J. Bryan spoke in Rome as he criticized Taft and his supporters. He cited a New York parade with red fire and illuminations, contrasting it with stories of hundreds sleeping on park benches for lodging. He argued the Republican campaign fund fosters a false sense of prosperity.
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Rome
N. Y
New York City
New York
Broadway
Republican Party
Party of Prosperity
William J. Bryan
Mr. Taft
Bryan Laughs as Rockefeller Confession Delays Comment
Syracuse dispatch reports Mr. Bryan, after receiving a telegram, states that John D. Rockefeller signed a statement declaring support for Taft and tempera. The message notes Rockefeller’s position and Bryan’s expectation for Roosevelt’s reaction.
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Syracuse
N. Y
Bryan
John D. Rockefeller
Taft
The Derby Falling Into Disfavor
A local physician links the derby hat to poor scalp circulation and hair loss. He urges daily scalp massage and a tonic of Resocarpin, glycerine, tincture cantharides, and bay rum as a remedy.
Remark on Courtesy as Roosevelt Delays Bryan
The text notes a quip where Mr. Bryan is asked for comment on a claim of Roosevelt's superiority. Bryan responds with a bow and a playful remark, "After you, my dear Mr. Roosevelt." The scene reflects public theater and political banter of the era.
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Bryan
Bryan at Sherman's Home Utica Rally Draws Big Crowd
William J. Bryan spoke in Utica at James S. Sherman’s home, delivering an overflow address at the opera house. He addressed campaign issues and asked voters to approve questions on campaign contribution publicity, popular election of Senators, and a labor representative in the Cabinet.
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Utica
N. Y
James S. Sherman
William J. Bryan
Bryan
Morse's Offers New Athlete Suits and Boys' Two-Piece Sets
Full of the snap and dash that give the athlete a distinctive look the new Morse's suits are priced at 20 and 25 dollars in two grades with six fabrics. Chest 32 to 38 inches trousers 29 to 34 full peg-top. Boys' two-piece suits shown in window lot 1153 a two-tone brown striped serge offered at 7 dollars for ages 8 to 16. Other suits 3 75 to 10 dollars.
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Laporte Coroner Resigns to Enter Ministry
Laporte Indiana October 2 Dr Co 8 Mack coroner of Laporte county has resigned that office to enter the ministry.
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Mack
Laporte County
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