Political talk and campaign notes from Baltimore region
A Baltimore political figure cites the market basket as the central issue of the campaign urging votes for Wilson with a Democratic Congress. The Atlantic City road congress meeting between Wilson and Taft is set for September 30 to October 5. Reports cover campaigns, health disparities in Maryland, and German naval growth, with mentions of Marshall, Hanna, Covington, and Ohio risks.
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Baltimore
Wilson
Taft
Roosevelt
New Jersey
Atlantic City
American Road Congress
Campaign Letters Between Wilson and Rayner Revealed
The historical letters show Governor Wilson replying to Senator Rayner with thanks for support and acknowledging campaign pressures. Rayner responds that he shares intense interest in the race, commending unity and devotion to constitutional government, and pledging zeal to defeat opponents. Both stress party duty and public welfare under law.
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Republican Party
IsIpon Rayner
Great Papers in the Fight Predicts Wilson Victory
The piece analyzes how major papers nationwide split between Wilson Taft and Roosevelt, noting Democratic and independent presses favor Wilson while Republican papers divide between Taft and Roosevelt. It argues workingmen lean Roosevelt and that Democratic voters will carry many states formerly Republican, signaling a Wilson-led outcome.
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Morning Sun
Evening Sun
Wilson
The
American
Star
Taft
News
Roosevelt
New York
World
Times and Evening Post
Herald
Tribune and Sun
Evening Mail
Philadelphia Record
the Ledger
Press
Boston
Globe and the Post
Transcript and Herald
Journal
Chicago
Record-Herald
Inter- Ocean
Tribune
Remembering a Mother Who Taught Faith and Joy
A speaker recalls his mother as a steadfast, unashamed guardian of truth and beauty. He describes her as wise and honest, with a gentle humor, who told him there was a Santa Claus. Seventeen years after her passing, her memory remains vivid, guiding him like an angelic influence from childhood to adulthood.
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Thomas BR. Marshall
Indiana
Crothers Petition Seeks Accounting in Cecil Orphans Court
Dr A C Crothers petitions Cecil Orphans Court to require an accounting of the late Charles C Crothers estate. Administrators led by former Governor Austin L Crothers had control but did not settle it, and settlement is asked of the executors of the late Governor.
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A. C. Crothers
Orphans’ Court of
Cecil
Charles C. Crothers
Austin L. Crothers
Maryland Boards of Trade urged to unite state efforts
The text argues Maryland must form a central agency like the Associated Boards of Trade of Maryland to coordinate cities and counties, boost membership and finances, and promote commerce and reputation. It praises cooperation with state and national bodies, outlines benefits of pooling resources, and calls for Governor Wilson to win a large Maryland majority for the Democratic ticket.
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Maryland
Maryhine
Jess
Associated Boards of Trade of Maryland
Branches of Trade and Finance
Democrats Ready to Fight in Maryland Campaign
The Democrats in Maryland plan an aggressive campaign to win on merits despite Republican splits. They aim to sweep Taft and Roosevelt from Maryland, contending Governor Wilson and Governor Marshall will carry the state with the largest vote total in the electoral college.
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Wilson
Cary
Maryland
Taft
Roosevelt
Maryhind
Baltimore Telegram
Marshall
World Exposition in Baltimore to Show Christian Civilization
Volunteers from 12 000 will impersonate nations in a miniature World display at Baltimore Exposition from October 25 to November 30. The event features costumed guides, painted scenery, replica foreign buildings, and a Pageant of Darkness and Light musical drama. The two story, 36 000 square foot temporary hall beside the Lyric Theatre will host daytime and evening performances. The exhibit aims to educate about missionary work, cover expenses, and fund missionary education rather than profit.
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West
Baltimore
America
Lyric Theatre
Lyric
Wilson Vote Seen On Ocean City Train Survey
A Baltimore Sun letter from a Democrat reports a straw poll on the Ocean City express showing Wilson leading Taft and Roosevelt among 37 votes with 5 non committal. The author notes the vote reflects Maryland's Eastern Shore sentiment and hints at Wilson momentum ahead of November.
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Roosevelt
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Hurlock
Salisbury
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Maryland
Woodrow Wilson
Novel shade method protects ripe tomatoes and fruit
A farmer reports a plan to prevent scalding by shading tomatoes with straw and hay as fruit forms. He notes ripening in partial shadow yields better flavor, while other fruits like grapes and blackberries also benefit. Recent rains boost cow peas, cantaloupes promise a heavy crop, and huckleberries remain in market as the largest in years.
Unclaimed Denton Post Office Letters List
Week ending July 27 unclaimed letters in Denton. Call for them by saying they are advertised. Carrie Vorter, Mrs Aakie Clark, Mrs J C Greene, Miss Alice Saymore, Mr Percy Webster, Miss Treasa Wisher, Miss Corrie Satterfield, Mr J C Robinson, Mr Thornton Lucas, Mr Isaac Flamer, FE Boyer, Mrs Cray, Mr Geo, M Vansant, Miss J N, Mr Pharris Stanford, Mrs Bell Hill, Joan T Carter, P M.
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Denton Post Office
Carrie Vorter
Aakie Clark
J. C. Greene
Alice Saymore
Percy Webster
Treasa Wisher
Corrie Satterfield
J. C. Robinson
Thornton Lucas
Isaac Flamer
FL Boyer
Cray
Geo
M. Vansant
Gardner Backs Postal System Plan In Senate Debate
Senator Gardner of Maine praised Representative Lewis Maryland for a direct touch postal system to cut living costs and connect producers with consumers. He attacked Bourne’s parcels post as inadequate, urging a government take over of express companies if necessary. The dispute follows the Post Office Appropriation bill’s referral to the Senate, with proponents of the Lewis plan promising ongoing fights. A list of seven deficiencies in the Bourne bill outlined limits on weight, farm shipments, cash on delivery, and broader traffic potential. Also noted are camp meetings, farm colonies, and a Polish colony planned along Cecil County’s Chesapeake and Delaware Canal, reflecting rural and immigrant settlement patterns.
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Prcels Post
Obidah Gardner
Maine
Senate
David J. Lewis
Maryland
Bourne
Friends of the Lewis Plan
Isoue
New England
New Jersey
United States
Italy
Russia
Hungary
Cecil County
Cheasapeake and Delaware Canal
Chesapeake City
Baltimore
Philadelphia
Johns Hopkins Plans Special Scholarships for Maryland Students
Johns Hopkins University will begin technical education work this fall and aims to establish a School of Technology next year with six hundred thousand dollars State aid. The university offers temporary voluntary scholarships for a limited number of Maryland youths this year to provide free tuition for entry in fall 1912. Scholarships last one year and may lead to regular scholarships under the law. interested students with suitable preliminary education should contact the university.
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Johns Hopkins
Johns Hopkins University
Maryland
Value of the Kingdom and various local notes
The Worth of the Kingdom will be studied in Sunday Schools tomorrow highlighting the value of the Kingdom of God and souls. Parables of the Kingdom illustrate impurity and refining, and a civil note reports currency changes and health drinks, beekeeping concerns, a court case about Ulyses Obier, a possible Roosevelt ticket congressional candidate, and a donated bell to St Agnes Church.
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Jesus
Matt. Xui
Marx iv
Kingdom of Haven
Capernaum
Treasury
Hewever
Ulyses Obier
Oak Grove
Seaford
John Pietthman
Obier
Hiram R. Burton
Lewes
Det
Congress
Roosevelt
Esa Fine
St Agnes Catholic Church
Rehoboth
Concord Camp Auto Serve word at Bullock's store
Notice asks all persons wishing to go to Concord Camp in Auto Serve words at Bullock's store or from Camp to Denton to leave word at D. W. Hignutt's teat WM. BULLOCK.
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Bullock
Denton
D. W. Hignutt
WM. Bullock
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