08 Nov 1908
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Newspaper
Fairbanks Daily Times
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Nov 08, 1908
Page
1
The December Century magazine edition was suppressed after a sensational interview with the German emperor. Government pressure from the United States and Germany led to withdrawal to avoid straining wartime relations, causing a material loss despite full printing.
The article notes Bat Goodwin, known as Benedict Alain, has been freed from marriage, enabling a renewed career. It references his liberation and a double blessing in his professional life as he resumes acting.
Nat Goodwin and Edna Goodrich wed in Reno with only close friends present. They plan a honeymoon lasting two months across the Atlantic before starting life together in New York.
Special to The News from London reports the British government has rejected a proposed round the world voyage for the English fleet. Navy officials had aimed to stage a spectacular journey that would showcase naval power. The article notes the plan’s context amid other strategic discussions.
Berlin reports Crown Prince William made an ascent in a Zeppelin airship today. The large dirigible performed a successful flight circling a wide course.
In Victoria Alaska, the Arctic Brotherhood convention tightens into a two man race for grand Arctic chief. Rogers leads with Klondike delegates and Fairbanks backing while Judge Hannum and Godfrey Chealander exit early. Charles Claypool remains as rival.
A South American steamer arrives with report of a brewing Peru revolution. Rebels, led by the outlaw Duran, threaten the Lima government with a reign of terror while attempts on President Pardo and officials intensify.
William Cornish, second vice president of the Union Pacific, dies suddenly in Chicago during a business visit. Cause given as heart failure after hotel staff grew concerned by his long absence. body found in his apartment at the Auditorium hotel.
Harvard defeated Carlisle in the football game played in Cambridge with a 17 to 0 score. The event highlighted the Crimson offense and defense in today’s contest.
Reports from Cincinnati claim President-elect Taft offered William Loeb the job of secretary of the navy before leaving for the campaign. Loeb, eager for a cabinet role, would bring intimate knowledge of Roosevelt policies and could assist the new administration in shaping early policy.
Nov. 7 Syracuse reports Theodore Roosevelt and William Jennings Bryan as leading candidates to be offered the Harvard presidency to succeed President Eliot. Roosevelt is viewed as seeking a service career, while Bryan shows less likelihood of another presidential run.
Final returns show Taft losing six electoral votes in Maryland where Bryan picks up six electors while Taft retains none. Missouri and Nebraska results clarified with Taft winning Missouri and Bryan carrying his home state as Maryland mirrors the 1904 split.
New York November 7 finance chief Sheldon of the republican campaign committee prepares a statement detailing campaign contributions and how funds were spent to be released next week.
The Ruef graft case opens new evidence as the prosecution enters testimony. First witness George Keane, former secretary of the supervising board, describes the process of passing a franchise grant in the city area.
Mrs Milli Clint Burch of Montreal files for divorce in Reno claiming desertion in London six years ago and lack of support since. Complaint names her husband a wealthy Montreal contractor.
United Press dispatch from Seattle reports that Cottage pilot McCarthy, responsible for the collision between the steamship and the lumber schooner Blakely, had his license suspended for three months by the marine inspection board after an investigation.
Taft arrived in Hot Springs Arkansas this morning and announced he will retire from all public affairs for a short time. He plans a long rest and is making arrangements for a big hunt.
Victoria reports that during the Arctic Brotherhood convention's afternoon session the decision was made to hold the grand encampment next year in Seattle.
United Press flash from Los Angeles reports Barry of Chicago defeated Jim Barry of Pueblo in a ten round boxing match. Barry took control from the second round and dominated the action with accurate blows, with no decision awarded.
Vienna reports Emperor William of Germany making a brief stop in the Austrian capital to meet Emperor Joseph and confer during a short royal visit.
Chicago November 7 Democrats announce plans for a recount of Illinois governor race results from Tuesday’s election. Adair Stevencen, the Democratic candidate, trails by a small margin amid fraud claims from supporters seeking to overturn the tally.
A figure is cited that the typical human experiences about nine days of illness per year. The source presents this as an average belief rather than a proven measurement and does not name researchers or dates.
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