President Wilson's Peace Message Shapes West Campaign
President Wilson's tour through Iowa and Nebraska reinforces the peace issue as central to the 1916 race. Democrats and Republicans see the moment as pivotal, with Wilson drawing large crowds and surprising party leaders by his broad appeal. Nebraska and Illinois forecasts show a tight contest, while Nebraska Democrats expect a close vote with Wilson possibly winning beyond Roosevelt's margin.
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Executive
Hughes
Nebraska
Chicago
Wilson
Iowa
Omaha
Illinois
Missouri
Dakotas
Colorado
Kansas
Nebraska Historical Society
William Jennings Bryan
Bryan
Mr.Taft
Mr. Roosevelt
Taft
Roosevelt
Mr. Wilson
Gilbert M. Hitchcock
John L. Kennedy
Hitchcock
Keith Neville
A. L. Sutton
Bishop Nilan Plans Sea Trip Amid Health Recovery
Rt Rev John J Nilan Hartford dioceses bishop, recovering rheumatic trouble, leaves next week for a sea trip to the South If health allows he may visit Panama before returning The article notes the Democratic Western campaign managers reacting to the president's popularity in Nebraska and a fire at Farmer Narrow Fabric Co in Gossville New Hampshire causing substantial loss.
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John J. Nilan
Hartford Diocesa
Nilan
Panama
Farmer Narrow Fabric Co
Gossville
N. H
Nebraska
Tracer Bullets Found With British Aviators
London reports that tracer bullets were found in two captured British aviators who face court martial. The British government via the American EmbassyRepresentations to Germany claim tracer bullets are standard ammunition for aiming and do not violate The Hague. Britain notes similar treatment of a Zeppelin crew surrendered in England.
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London
Daily Express
Germany
Hague
Great Britain
England
the Express
Union Men Urge State Inspector of Public Works
Masons and plasterers unions press bill to create a state inspector of masonry for public buildings in Connecticut. Appointed by the governor, the two year post would oversee material and workmanship tied to state contracts, requiring a skilled mason with at least ten years’ experience. salary $2,000 with $1,500 expenses. Also notes marriage licenses and the eight hour day commission plan targeting Chicago and the Midwest.
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Malta
Ill
Wilson
Hughes
Prealdeft
Canton
Chicago
Walsh
Saulsbury
Dukne
Illinois
Gooweil
Masons
American Federation of Labor
Old Folks Need Cascarets for Liver and Bowels
A vintage advertising blurb promotes Cascarets as a gentle, natural tonic for aging bowels and liver function. It urges seniors to take a 10 cent box daily, claiming the product works while you sleep and avoids harsh laxatives. It likens aging to slower movements and stresses regular bowel activity for health.
Former Captain of Sea Raider Dies in Battle
London reports Count von Dohna Schlodden commander of the German cruiser Moewe died in France. He led a battalion of the 5th infantry and the Moewe raided Allied commerce, took 15 ships, and once carried 199 prisoners and gold. The report notes the King Edward VII mine destruction and new flour prices in Chicago.
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SEA Raider
London
Count von Dohna- Schlodden
Moewe
France
Milan
Count von Dohna-Schlodien
Appam
Hampton Roads
Berlin
Edward VII
Leonard Sues Taylor Over Westport Collision
John A. Leonard business manager of Crane Co. and Bridgeport fire commissioner sues J. H. Taylor in Westport for 100 damages claiming Taylor’s careless driving on Myrtle avenue caused a wreck on August 26. Taylor counters for 40 damages alleging Leonard worsened the crash with extra power. Trial set for July. article notes French damage resolution and Chicago Board of Trade membership at 6800.
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John A. Leonard
Crane Co
Bridgeport
J. H. Taylor
Huntington
Westport
Leonard
Henry E. Shannon
Taylor
Myrtle Avenue
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ROYA
Connecticut
John B. Murray
Rebecca Barnes
Stillman Street
Frank L. Burton
Seymour
Ida M. Herman
Middle West
Iaw
New York
India
Literary Digest
Funk & Wagnalls Company
Manor Club
Seaside and
Gilman Aves
Black Rock
Fairfield Ave
B. F. Champion
Sues
Chamber of Deputies
Chicago Board of Trade
Park City
Fairfield
Clifford J. Lewis
Prop
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