Bryan's Deals with Bosses at Democratic Convention
Lincoln Steffens reports from Denver on 1908 Democratic rift as Bryan challenges Guffey Sullivan and Tammany Hall. The piece portrays Bryan confronting party bosses to reclaim democracy, debating loyalty, strategy, and the risk of fraud to secure electoral victory.
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Fragmented political rant surfaces in Denver City Club tale
A garbled speech fragment references former Governor David R. Francis and Senator William Stone, claiming slanted deals with foreign interests and Missouri figures. The piece depicts a heated club conversation on harmony and politics, hinting at regional tensions and old party divisions without clear actions or dates.
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Denver
Sunrise Over New York From Jersey City Heights
A Jersey City observer praises the sunrise over New York, describing a vast spectrum of colors from smoky blacks to pale blues, with skyscrapers silhouetted against a kaleidoscopic sky. The piece extols the panoramic cityscape visible from the Jersey City heights and invites readers to view the spectacle.
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New Statement on Civil Service Rules Adopted
The Civil Service Commission issues guidance for cities adopting the new civil service law. It states that officers and employees in the competitive or noncompetitive classes must stay in place and may be removed only under section 24 with written reasons and a reply opportunity. The Attorney General clarifies that “now” refers to the time of adoption, so during the immediate 45 days after adoption, section 2 remains in force and personnel cannot be removed except under section 24.
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Bryan reels on repeated presidential bids at dinner
At a dinner William J. Bryan joked about his many attempts to win the presidency. He recalled a Texas dance floor incident where a persistent guest was repeatedly ejected by the floor manager and then returned, ultimately being kicked out and rolling down stairs.
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Texas
Cardilia Beet Cure Ad Promises Marvelous Effects
Bilver City merchant C. M. Harden touts Cardilia a tonic for stomach liver and kidney troubles claiming it unbeatable for malaria and general weakness. He asserts strong personal results and recommends the medicine as the heat of all remedies.
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