29 Oct 1908
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Newspaper
Fairbanks Daily Times
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1908
Page
1
The Chinese Vision project will open tomorrow, with officials outlining the schedule and expected exhibits. Local residents are invited to attend as organizers promise a showcase of cultural artifacts and contemporary art.
A large welcome demonstration is scheduled for tomorrow followed by a banquet and an evening reception for officials. The event aims to honor visiting dignitaries with formal proceedings and social gatherings.
Thousands crowd Amoy awaiting the arrival of the American fleet from Yokohama. A demonstrative welcome will greet the fleet as it drops anchor. Tomorrow a banquet and reception will honor Admiral Sperry and his staff with Chinese officials attending.
The douma or Russian parliament has been convened in St Petersburg on October 29. Many matters of importance are to be considered and a long term is expected.
A composite forecast from nonpartisan New York Chicago and St Louis papers projects Taft winning the presidency with 295 electoral votes to Bryan 188. Taft carries 25 states. New York Ohio Indiana remain doubtful, with a Taft edge likely in those. The detailed forecast is presented herewith.
Emma Goldman, noted anarchist agitator, attempted to address a socialist rally in Indianapolis but was prevented by police order. The incident occurred on October 29 as authorities halted her speech to maintain public order.
In Albany on Oct 29 a large crowd filled the streets to hear William Jennings Bryan and David Hill address the campaign. Hill introduced Bryan with praise for the Nebraskan and his political virtues, then Bryan denounced trusts and criticized President Roosevelt for his role in the race.
Syracuse on October 29 reports Bryan will address a large rally here tonight after delivering speeches in several towns along the route. He spoke at every major town encountered en route.
William Taft stirred New York with a record crowd at Madison Square preceded by a massive parade featuring 50 bands. The roar during his speech carried blocks away as supporters praised the showing and bet heavily, 3 to 1, on his victory while Taft continued his state tour.
Belgrade reports Servia's parliament moved to ask Russia for alliance assistance in the current dangerous Balkan War situation. A message was sent to the Russian Douma pleading for aid as Servia cannot secure its independence and Austrian absorption is blocked by ongoing war complications.
Charles Claypool of Fairbanks dominates the Northwest campaign with speeches that pack halls and shatter Democratic support. He has answered every challenge from Democratic spellbinders, leaving Bryanites defeated and humiliated. In Pierce County he toured meetings and deterred a Democratic surge threatening Tacoma and surrounding towns. The state press from both parties lauds his exceptional oratory and intellectual agility.
A Cork harbor fortification near Fort Carlisle was targeted in an afternoon dynamite plot. The plan aimed to blow up the magazine but was discovered in time. the would be perpetrator was captured and will be tried promptly for the crime.
Lieutenant Jacob Shick heads to Fort Gibbon to seek 50 000 damages from Vachon Bros and testify in a related case. In Caracas President Castro escalates tension with Holland over harbor fortifications as open hostilities loom. In London suffragette protests lead to mass arrests and harsh sentences.
Lynn Mass October 29 John Hutchinson a noted abolitionist and once famous vocalist died from asphyxiation today. He inhaled gas while sleeping as a gas heater leaked filling the room.
Amoy reports the American fleet remains 200 miles offshore and is due to arrive tomorrow after noon. An entertainment program will begin with a dinner for 2,444 officers and men following the welcoming demonstration.
Andy Harkeom a cigar dealer on Second Avenue faces a gambling game charge. The trial before Judge Miller with a jury will be held tomorrow afternoon at 1 30 o’clock.
The Indianapolis News notes a humorous comparison as national conventions, like Christmas, occur only every four years, highlighting their rarity and special nature in American civic life.
A terse voice laments a nameless man, condemning his scorning of life and small joys. The lines convey a defeated, complaining mood with a grim resolve present in the speaker.
A man who sold a claimed claims letter in The Times is accused of forgery. The case centers on the authenticity of the document and the seller’s role in distributing it.
Mrs Grover Cleveland testified before a grand jury that the posthumous letter published by the New York Times is a rank forgery. She stated Brandenberg, from whom the paper bought the manuscript, claimed it came from her. Brandenberg claims the letter was given by Mrs Cleveland. The Times filed forgery charges and Brandenberg is jailed in Dayton Ohio awaiting further action.
Eighty five men including prominent Tennesseans were arrested on charges tied to night rider murders after Red Burton turned state's evidence. Troops and deputies swore in as arrests spread, raising alarms of rebellion and possible armed opposition to the crackdown.
John Wallstadt was found guilty of assault and battery after a disturbance on Ester Creek. He received a $25 fine and appealed the judgment. The witness M. H. Crabb showed a badly battered countenance. The court noted Wallstadt’s quarrelsome history and he threatened District Attorney Clegg.
Moran Bros. awarded the contract to repair the badly damaged steamer Cottage City after the collision with the Blakely earlier this month. They will be paid 26000 dollars for the work. Purser Jones, the only injured man aboard either ship, remains in serious condition and clinic says he will stay in hospital for months. He was struck by flying debris and knocked into the water.
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