Republican Congressional Convention for Thirteenth District
The Republicans of the Thirteenth district call a delegate convention in Plymouth at 1 30 PM on Tuesday June 9 1908 to nominate a congress candidate and fill the late Hon A L Brick’s term. County representation totals listed with seats divided among Elkhart Fulton Kosciusko Marshall Pulaski St Joseph Starke. total 119 votes with 60 required for choice. District Chairman A G Graham signs the notice.
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Thirteenth Congressional District
Plymouth
Thirteenth
A. L. Brick
Elkhart
Cesen
Cece
Fulton ci
Kosciusko
A. G. Graham
Township Republican Meetings Set for May 19 1908
Concord Township Republicans and supporters are urged to meet at 7 30 p m on Tuesday May 19 to select delegates for the Republican township convention at Island Park Elkhart June 19. Delegates choose officers for November 1908 including township trustee and assessor. Precincts follow official call. chairmen named or chosen onsite if absent. By order J D Braden Chairman Earl C Rich Secretary.
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Concord Township
Republican County Central Committee
Island Park
Elkhart
Township Central Committee
Public Buildings Bill Forges Endgame as Congress Worries
Washington dispatch reports anxious legislators fearing a veto or delay over the public buildings bill as treasury strains and deficit fears loom. Quotes about potential emergency currency measures, party splits, and lead-up to the Chicago convention frame a tense closing session with leaders pressed to act.
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Charles W. Arthur
Washington
Treasury
Congress
Reading
Cannon
Chicago
Wno Willling
South
Attractive Trimmings For Jumpers And Dresses
Snapshots of the mode describes easy trims for jumpers using medal lons, lace, or embroidery edged with Valenciennes lace. It notes dainty nainsock medallions for trimming colored lawns and organdies, and highlights a navy blue serge suit with white pin stripe, half length coat, W seam detailing, black silk cuffs, and white pique neck strip. Judic Chollet.
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Pongee
Shantung
Rajah
What Is Worn Fashions For Sylphlike Figures
The latest fashion decree favors sylphlike figures with sleeve and bodice in one and bell shaped skirts, though suited mainly to slim forms. Yellow tan or cream paired with brown remains popular for everyday hats, while cotton batistes delight with striped colorings. Novelty swisses fashion pretty evening dresses with crossbar dots and stripes, and separate coats are in demand for jumper dresses.
Jolly Secretary of War Objects to Odd Attire at White House
The scene shows a man walking toward the White House beside Secretary Taft who, after a cabinet meeting, exclaims that the attire is improper. The humorous exchange captures a light moment in a presidential setting.
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White House
Taft
Scott
Secretary of War
Plaid or Gingham Accessory Prominently Featured
A description notes a plaid or checked gingham piece selected and worn over a plain material frock. The item appears integrated with the dress, described as part of the overall ensemble.
Human Sacrifices and Brutality of Ancient War
The article recounts ancient war rites where captives were killed or sacrificed after victories. It cites Tacitus via Latham and Gibbon to describe methods such as crucifixion, hanging, and ritual burning. It notes the priests’ role and a culture viewing cruelty as a duty and revenge against enemies.
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Hermann
Varus
Latham
Tacitus
Gibbon
Marriage by Halter and Local Notices From The Era
A mixed column features a historical anecdote on marriage by halter citing English folklore, then shifts to praise for Dr. King’s New Discovery for coughs and lung issues, detailing its long-standing reputation and guarantees. Local real estate, legal notices, and services follow, mentioning absentee mortgages, a law office move, butter sales, milk deliveries, go carts, and land offerings with payment terms.
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Jefferson Davis
Stephen Arnold Douglas
Abraham Lincoln
Thomas Ruger
James E. Watson
Fremont C. Goodwine
Fred A. Sims
John C. Billheimer
Oscar Hadlut
James Bingham
Supreme Court
George W. Self
Public Instruction
Lawrence M’turnan
J. L. Peetz
Quincy A. Myers
Appellate Court
David Myers
Elkhart St. Joseph Superior
Vernon W. Vanfleet
Republican County
Francis EH. Berlin
Leander Anderson
Daniel J. Troyer
W. EB. Wider
Aaron 8
Zook
John Ziesel
Charles A. Croop
Walter A. Stauffer
Harold A. Keith
Harrison W. Godfrey
C. BE. VanAlstine
J.d.braden
Earl C. Rich
Ita
Platt
Roosevelt
Senator Platt
Senate
Depew
John Sharp Willams
House Democrats
Williams
National Republican Committee
Beveridge
Burrows
Baveridge
National Committee
West Virginia
Baring Gould
Little Horton
Dudley
Lester M. Nelson
Naples
Maine
Dr. King
Houseworth Bros. Drug Store
Logan
Elkhart County Abstract Co
Monger Bidg
Earl C. Rice
Secy
E. B. Zigler
Lexington Ave
Wambaugh Sanitary Milk Co
Eidway
Simpson Abstract Office
Hozel Park
D. M. Best
Burrell @ Morgan
Tinea
Les
Schulz & Pixley
St. Joseph, Mich
Hazel Park
Grosh Bros
Main St
D. M. Ferry
Bell
Goto Review Office
Review Office
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