Democrats Lifted by Denver Ahead of 1908 Convention
The Denver convention city hosts the 1908 Democratic National Convention beginning July 7 with the party poised to unveil platforms and energize a strong campaign. Denver aims to showcase its growth, attract national attention, and empower women voters who will sit in galleries as equals for the first time. Local tours highlight Colorado scenery and resources to impress attendees and leave a lasting impression.
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Robertus Love
Denver
Johnson, Gray
Bryan
Orion
Colorado
United States
Terra Firma
Chicago
Wer
Rocky Mountain
Denver Puts On Grand Welcome For Democratic Convention
Denver promoters plan an eightseeing hospitality program to outdo Chicago as 1,008 delegates and equal number of alternates arrive for the Democratic convention in the new Denver Auditorium. Special trains move to the campus while winter snow is shipped in for display, and the city touts its beauty and climate to lure visitors.
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Middle West
Denver
America
Missouri
Chicago
Tammany Tiger
New York City
Tammany
Conventionite
Convention Hall
Kansas City
Webster Davis
Interior
Davis
Bryan to be Named at Denver Democratic Convention
The article surveys Democratic prospects for the Denver convention with Bryan as leading figure and highlights other possible nominees such as Johnson Chamberlain and Chanler. It notes the two thirds rule, Bryan’s past nominations, and Ignatius J. Dunn chosen to deliver Bryan’s nomination speech in Denver.
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Denver
Illinois
Chicago
William J. Bryan
Lincoln
Neb
Bryan
Johnson
Minnesota
Watterson
Kentucky
George Gray
Delaware
David R. Francis
Missouri
Woods
George E. Chamberlain
Oregon
United States Senate
Lewis S. Chanler
New York
William L. Douglas
Massachusetts
John Mitchell
United Mine Workers of America
Bryan and Johnson
Nebraska
Kansas City
St. Louis
Alton B. Parker
Ignatius J. Dunn
Omaha
Dunn
Tax reform push by Ohio Granges seeks modern tax system
Farmers and agricultural leaders push constitutional amendments to replace the uniform property tax with a flexible, science based system. Letters from state, national Grange leaders urge tax reform, noting revenue needs and relief for productive enterprise, with banks reporting withdrawals during assessment week.
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Ohio
Wisdom, Government, and Consent in a Republic
A fragment from a historical discourse notes that future generations may solve arising problems as wisdom grows. It asserts that valid government authority stems from the consent of the governed, a maxim widely accepted in a republic.
Tax Reform Urged for State Uniform Rates
A reader argues that current ta laws are bad and a uniform low rate would benefit all parties, asserting the need for legislative action to standardize taxes across the state. The call stresses broad societal gains and efficiency in administration.
Freedom to deal with existing needs
The text argues for adapting taxation to changing property shapes and ownership without praising older tax forms. It contends objectors want practical handling of new conditions in line with past approaches, urging a consistent attitude toward current needs.
Primitive System of Taxation
Quote from L. T. Dashiell Texas Tax Commissioner criticizing ad valorem property tax. States moving away from real estate based taxes for revenue. European systems deemed outdated. Highlights inability of tax assessors to reach intangible values like credits and money.
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American Union
Europe
L. T. Dashiell
State of Texas
Notice of Estate Sale in Guernsey Ohio Probate Court
J H McClenahan as administrator filed in Guernsey Ohio Probate Court a petition that Amelia Charnock died seized of a half acre at the northwest quarter section eight township ten range seven. The sale is to pay debts and admin charges free from dower. Andrew Tolbert Isaiah Tolbert and Amelia Charnock heirs are defendants and must answer by July 25 1908.
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Andrew Tolbert
Fairplay
Missouri
Isaiah Tolbert
Bolivar
Polk County
Amelia Charnock
J. H. McClenahan
Guernsey
Ohio
Divorce Petition in Guernsey County Ohio Grounds
Madeline Yarnell filed a petition in the Court of Common Pleas seeking divorce from William Yarnell of unknown residence. She alleges drunkenness for over three years and extreme cruelty over many years. Respondent must answer by July 16, 1908 or judgment will be taken. Wells and Carnes, Attorneys.
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William Yarnell
Madeline Yarnell
Court of Common Pleas
Guernsey County
Ohio
Wells & Carnes
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James Wilson
National Grange
N. J. Bachelder
National Tax Conference
Washington State Grange
Washington
C. B. Kegley
Sefore
Ohio Tax Commission
Henry M. Huggins
Hilleboro
Il Am
H. P. Miller
Westerville
Pennsylvania Company
Pennsylvania
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M. Johnson
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Cambridge
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Rules and Regulations
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Worthy Dyson
Muskingum College
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Meredith College CO
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Cleveland
Buffalo
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Lee
Cleveland & Buffal
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Jeffersonian
Ohio Farmer
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