Bryan asserts public railway ownership stance in Kentucky
William Jennings Bryan, welcomed warmly in Louisville Kentucky, reiterates his New York position on government ownership of railways. He states railroads are monopoly risks requiring public ownership and outlines a federal trunk line plus state local-line scheme while noting not all parties or his party fully agree.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Louisville
Southland
William Jennings Bryan
City
Armory
Bryan
Kentucky
Henry Watterson
Mr. Bryan
Senator Carmack
Tennessee
South
W. J. Stone
Missouri
Watterson
Mr. Watterson
Carmack
New York
Democratic Party
Work and Hardship Forge a Manful Character
A Valdosta Times inspired note urges youths facing low pay and tough days to value hard work. It argues early labor builds force, discipline, and character, citing successful people as products of toil. It claims luck fades, pluck wins, and enduring hardships strengthens body and mind for the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valdosta
How He Got His Start in the Early Days of California
A Racine Wisconsin group led by B. J. Baldwin headed to California in 1853. Baldwin gained fame as Lucky Baldwin after mining booms and Ophir stock deals, then built San Francisco properties and Los Angeles ranches. His California rise included grand estates with avenues and tropical gardens.
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California
Racine
Wis
B. J. Baldwin
Utah
Baldwin
Hangtown
Ater
Placerville
Virginia City
San Francisco
Golden Gate
Los Angeles
Not Yet But Soon at Boston Theater Charlie Thorne Incident
A late night at a Boston theater recounts Charles Thorne in the wings when his brother Kid arrives with a troubled season. A stage door guardian brushes past Ed Murphy aiding a near confrontation. Charles asks if Ed touched him. Ed denies it and hints at plans to leave soon.
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Charlie” Thorne
Boston
Kid
Con” Murphy
Charles
Charlie
Free Wednesday matinee at Elkhart Driving Park draws crowd
Elkhart and General Sport report a lively afternoon at the Elkhart Driving Park for the first in a series of free Wednesday matinees. Rain briefly interrupted events but racers press on as Engineer Renn driving his own stepper leads second heat. Osirus recovers after a collision to finish second.
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Elkhart
Renn
Osirus
W. H. Foster
W. J. Schulz
Messrs. Wickwire
Walden
Grace Colbert
Foster
Hugo
Warner
Harry H
Pies Ee
Marion Hal
Flynn
Macpha
Schwin
Bhaelo
Steinfeldt Credits Chance With Cubs Pennant Drive
Cubs third baseman Harry Steinfeldt lauds Frank Chance for shaping a unified, hardworking team. He credits Chance’s leadership, fairness, and understanding of the game and players for the season’s early success and the drive toward the pennant.
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Frank Chance
Harry Steinfeldt
Cubs
Chance
Nolan Claims Siler Took Pay in Gans Nelson Fight
Billy Nolan releases a signed statement alleging George Siler was bribed to favor Gans in the Goldfield match. He asserts Siler pulled Nelson by the hair early in the bout and that a crooked fight influenced the decision. Sports ridicule the claim.
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Billy Nolan
George Siler
Siler
Nelson
Gans
Chicago to Honor Its Winning Team
Friends of the Chicago National league plan a demonstration if the club wins the world championship. Mayor Dunne may head a committee of business leaders for an automobile parade with lighted cars banners and flags. The celebration ends with a banquet and a handsome presentation to each club member.
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Dunne
Chicago
All Ramblers Gather for Northeast Elkhart Afternoon Meeting
Ramblers are requested to attend a meeting in Elkhart tomorrow at 5 o clock in the afternoon. The event is set in the northeast area and invites all members to participate.
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Elkhart
Four Train Kills Drunk Man Near Niles Crossing
The mangled body of Roland Gage was found yesterday on a Lake Shore crossing in Niles Michigan after an entire train passed over him. A flask of liquor and an empty whiskey bottle were found near the scene. The coroner's jury viewed the remains at the morgue.
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Roland Gage
Niles
Mich
Gage
Locomotive Department Faces Pay Day Strain
Officials in the locomotive department report heavy demands from firemen and engineers to lay off when pay-day arrives. This creates a shortage of engine men, while other periods of the month see ample help.
Train of Empty Coaces Run Elkhart To Toledo
A train of empty cars ran from Elkhart to Toledo last night, operating as second No 22.
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Elkhart
Toledo
Remarkable Quaker Remedies Claim Cures in Elkhart
A Mishawaka woman cites a dramatic recovery after using Quaker Terb Extract and Oil of Balm from Health Teacher at Houseworth Bros. The ad promises mail orders and in-store visits daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with refunds if no benefit.
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Elkhart
Houseworth Bros
Esterday
Conrad Weisenhorn
Mishawaka
Express
Quaker Heath
Rsworth Bros
Dinetore
Father William’s Herbal Tea Tablets Offer Promises
An old advertisement promotes Indian herb tea and tablets as the best remedy. Claims suggest remedies for various ailments and urge readers to obtain the product from local sellers. The copy emphasizes efficacy and natural ingredients.
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William
Discount store meats offer high returns on weekly purchases
Advertises a savings program with 156 percent annual interest on weekly spending and additional 20 percent off purchases if discount checks are used. Promotes high quality meats with prices for beef roasts, porterhouse, steaks, ham, and seafood and urges customers to trade there.
Buck's stores praised for quality and range
The speaker endorses Buck's as the best modern stores and ranges, urging readers to buy there because of superior quality and selection.
Trustee Resigns as Modern Samaritans of the World Trustee
Horace Hogendobler states he resigns as trustee for deceased members of the Modern Samaritans of the World. He releases from liability while noting no funds ever came into his hands under the April 7 1906 Foresters proposal. Letter sent to W H Wieding E L Arnold Al Vernon committee in Elkhart Indiana and Toronto Canada.
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Elkhart
Ind
Independent
Order of Foresters of
Toronto
Canada
E. L. Arnold
al Vernon
Modern Samaritans of the World
Order of Foresters
Horacha
Hogendobler
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Lonsdale Company
Hose
Ziesel
Ladies’ Home Journal
Ajar
Public
Ora Lee
Neely
Ceeeeseeee
Wot L
Kreps
Mollie K (Kimball
Steinfeldt
Nolan
Lake Shore and Other Railroads
Lake Shore
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
Oil City
Clearfield
N.Y. C
New York Central System
New York Central Road
Michigan Central
Cleveland
Cincinnati
Chicago & St. Louis
Pittsburg
Lake Erie
Chicago Grain Market
Hamburg
Jersey
Elkhart Furniture Co
Gale
HB. D. Miller
Main
F. H. Bentz & Co
Boys Brigade
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