Taft and Roosevelt Fight Over Black Votes At Chicago Convention
Reportage notes Taft backers among black delegates in Chicago pledging to vote for Roosevelt in the presidential race. Pro-Taft effort signals a split within the party as Root and McKinley push for disciplined support while Roosevelt supporters rally around the New York senator. Delegates arrive as crowding and disorder mark the opening, with speeches stressing party unity and critiques of the opposing candidates.
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McKinley
Root
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United Staten
New York
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Americas
Republican Party
Roosevelt
Tatt
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Mediavern
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Pennsylvania
Erin
Ehibe
Fitun
Mora
Quay
Praetores
Emancipation Day Celebrated In Style In 19th Century Parade
Emancipation day celebrations draw thousands of colored residents and visitors to town. Parades led by a brass band showcase floats and Pride as attendees enjoy orderly, joyful events amid steady crowds and favorable weather.
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Mrenharm
Avetin
Well Known Nero Dead
A well known local figure dies at age 67 in his home in the Alder community of Washington County after serving terms as county commissioner. He leaves eight children and was highly respected among both white and colored residents, with many friends across communities.
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Win
John von
Max
Washington County
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Brenham Boy Scouts Hold Meeting with Soul Master Instructio
Brenham's Boy Scouts gathered at the high school auditorium Tuesday evening for a talk by Soul Master Not IeF on first aid. He demonstrated bandages and wound care techniques aimed at improving care before professional aid arrives.
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Boy Scouts
Beef Trust to 60 Voluntarily Promise to Dismantle
Attorney General Wickersham noted plans for voluntary disintegration by the National Packing Company and major packers as the government prepared to pursue antitrust action. The vast meat empire, owned by Armour Swift and others, faced dissolution amid ongoing investigations and potential civil actions.
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Jeberal Wickersham
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Unie Verion
J. A. Powilor
Madara
Rome
He ‘National Packing Company
Walt Wan
Boyarnment
Crtalwat
Awove & Worth Age
Wickersham
Ronn al
Department of 4
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Feault Wastilay
National
Armone
Bwitt
Marcia
Mesney
Tension at convention hall crowds snarl Chicago access
Disjointed rail of 1912 convention coverage describes tense crowds at the convention hall seeking tickets, police presence, and crowd control as thousands converge. Report notes reporters and telegraph lines, door checkers, and efforts to manage entry amid security concerns.
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Telegraph
Operigre Heaan
Thwaters
Elvilland World
Baseball Game Next Friday At Pivomen's Park
Graham ji and the Hempetoad nin e volte firenkes face off Friday afternoon at 4 20 at Pivomen's park in a charity baseball match. The event supports Cirte elu and park improvements. Manager J W McDade leads Hompatend club while WJ Pellisaier runs the Sreaham ih team. Tickets are available at downtown stores.
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Pivomen's Park
Hempetoad
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Pirw Baptist Church Meeting Discusses Reinstatement Eviction
An important Pirw Baptist Church meeting was held this evening for prayer and to consider the reinstatement of Rev J H Myers and the eviction of his assistant. The event focused on church discipline and leadership matters within the local congregation.
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Pirw Baptist Church
J. H. Myers
Hie
Sesemmor
Negro Killed in Runaway Accident Near Willapa Penn
A 70 year old man named Heat Frankin died after being thrown from a wagon during a runaway near Willapa Penn van Killa Judy Puwaday. A companion fled, searchers found Franklin's body by a road, Dr. Hairston confirming death likely from the fall. Mixed police are investigating. an appeal to readers for tips accompanies a local vendor ad.
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Willa Penn van Killa
Judy Puwaday
von Fede
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Asong
Merty
Franklin
Hairsto
Taft Men Seek Compromise Amid Convention Turmoil
Fragmented convention coverage details Taft supporters pressing for control while Roosevelt roars and anti Taft forces push for rules and seating challenges. Delegates clash over seating, legitimacy, and the path to nomination in Chicago.
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Taft
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