Taft keynote at Lincoln Day banquet in New Haven
Secretary Taft headlined the Lincoln Day banquet of Yale’s Young Men's Republican club in New Haven with a strong defense of the party’s Lincoln roots. He praised constitutional amendments for the Negro and urged tariff reform while warning against wealthy interests escaping law.
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Bryan Hosts Big Banquet for Indiana Democrats
William J. Bryan was the guest of honor at a Indiana Democratic club banquet in Indianapolis on February 18. Nearly 100 guests attended, with distinguished Democrats from across the state. Bryan spoke at Masonic Hall earlier, then addressed ministers at Central Christian church and greeted students at Caleb Mills Hall and Indiana Law School before a public reception and the big evening meeting. National Chairman Taggart was absent due to floods at French Lick Springs.
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Hughes League nominates Woodford for president
The Hughes League of the United States announced General Stewart L. Woodford as its president at a notification ceremony at the Hotel Manhattan New York with speakers including Joh E Millelland ex Governor Bachelder Waldo and ex Mayor Low. The event generated strong declarations of support for Governor Hughes for president.
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Stewart L. Woodford
Hughes League of the United States
Hotel Manhattan
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Joh. E. Millelland
Bachelder
New Hampshire
Waldo
Brooklyn
Low
Republican unity tested as in-fighting flares in Alabama lobby
A fistfight erupted in a Birmingham hotel lobby between J. C. Thompson and ex Representative W. F. Aldrich during a Republican state executive meeting. Aldrich, leader of anti administration forces, received a blow under the eye as tensions between factions rise.
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Boston Chinese Society Trial Testimony Details Internal Meetings
Testimony in the Boston superior court reveals inner workings of the Top Sing Tong. Government witness Shoy Pong describes a ten man officer jury and secret meetings. He says Wary Charles, alleged defendant, aimed to raid Chinatown and recruit outsiders to instill fear and boost membership.
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Whitelaw Reid to Attend Farewell Dinner in New York
United States ambassador to England Whitelaw Reid will be the guest of the Pilgrims at a farewell dinner in New York tomorrow evening before leaving for England after a two months furlough spent at home.
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Whitelaw Reid
United States
England
Chicago Markets Report Flourishes on Feb 17
Chicago Board of Trade quotations cover Wheat Corn Pork Lard and Short Ribs with May and July futures. Live Stock data from Chicago and East Buffalo list receipts, prices for cattle hogs sheep and calves, with ranges for prime fat steers cows heifers and lambs.
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Congress Men Object to Excess in River and Harbor Bills
In Washington, Feb 18, special report notes that river and harbor funding may be cut to moderate levels. Congressman Mann of Illinois is highlighted as a persistent objector. Timber supply and spool wood production in Maine are discussed, with emphasis on high quality birch used for spools. Other items include Wadsworth’s political future and Ollie M James threatening a strong currency bill speech if stalled.
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Champ Clark Lauded as Popular Missouri Congressman
The piece profiles Champ Clark of Missouri, noting his seventh term, debated wit, and potential leadership role in the House. It recounts his Denver convention prediction for Bryan and includes a light anecdote about vice presidential talk and Clark’s wit.
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Sullivan Stock Company Opens Week with Thorns and Orange Blossoms
The Sullivan Stock Company opened a week in royalty repertoire to a full house. Due to Monday’s success, coupon tickets to reserve seats will be issued for the rest of the week, without price changes. Leads are strong with a capable cast and veteran performers. Tonight’s piece is The Counterfeiters. Wednesday will feature Deserted at the Altar.
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Sullivan Stock Company
Hyomei Popular for Catarrh in Elkhart
Houseworth Bros. show Hyomei as the leading remedy in Elkhart for catarrh with a money back guarantee. Local physicians and business leaders endorse the treatment as highly effective, noting rapid sales and strong customer satisfaction under the refund offer.
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Elkhart
Houseworth Bros
Hyomei
Schedule Change for Elk Hart Goshen Rail Service 1908
The Chicago South Bend and Northern Indiana Railway announces February 17 1908 schedule changes. A local Elk Hart to Goshen train departs 1055 PM arrives 1130 PM. the 5 PM South Bend to Elk Hart service is discontinued. A new Elkhart 555 PM to Goshen 620 PM train will form at Elkhart and depart at the listed time. Sunday schedule unchanged.
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Northern Indiana Railway Company
Elkhart
Goshen
Dante's humor analyzed by Westminster Review critic
George Crobridge, a noted admirer of Dante, explains that the poet’s humor is unconscious and born from keen seriousness. He notes ironic scenes in Inferno such as Minos’ coils and the simony punishment, where Dante’s calm, earnest narration oddly provokes grim humor.
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Vante
Hell
Minos
Satisfier and content dialogue in a rural gag
Barney Malloy and Mike Carrey discuss the difference between satisfier and content while shingling a root. Mike quips about nails and opinion, and Barney argues that being satisfied does not mean being content. A humorous exchange ends with Molly Cairey referenced as a wife.
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Mike Carrey
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Mike
Molly Cairey
Hostess Seeks Seats for 300 Guests at Reception
An English hostess hosted about 300 people with only around 75 seats. In distress she told a fellow patriot that not three fourths could sit down. He exclaimed in disbelief asking what the matter was.
Security Offered to Bank Depositors
Advertises St Joseph Valley Bank savings plans with March 1 start, high capital and strong backing in Elkhart County. Lists officers John W Fieldhouse president T T Snell vice president Herman Borneman vice president Walter Hazelton cashier. notes quarterly interest and on demand funds. Also mentions printer’s machinery for sale by Review Printing Company Elkhart Ind.
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Safety deposit boxes offered at St. Joseph Valley Bank
Protect valuables from thieves and fire by renting safety boxes for $3 a year with your own key. St. John's Guild announces a dancing party at Anderson's Hall on Wednesday evening February 19. Admission 50 cents, extra ladies 25 cents.
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St. John’s Guild
Anderson's Hall
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