Cannon Declares Campaignisto Run for Reelection
Cannon opens his campaign for reelection by replying to Gomperi in a bold move. The exchange signals a renewed political contest as Cannon outlines his intents and policy stances amid the ongoing race.
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Newspaper
Fairbanks Daily Times
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1908
Page
1
Cannon Defends Injunction Policy in Danville Speech
Speaker Joseph P. Cannon opened his re election campaign in Danville focusing on labor issues. He rebutted President Gompers attack from last week and said he would not support boycotts or limiting injunctions that curb employer rights or allow abuses.
Gompers Predicts Cannon Will Lose in Rival Labor Push
Samuel Gompers, AFL president, in Washington to answer contempt charges in a boycott case predicts Speaker Cannon will not be reelected. He returned from Illinois Eighteenth District where Cannon serves, rallying labor votes against him and denouncing him as an enemy of labor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Samuel Gompers
American Federation of Labor
Cannon
Congress
Gompers
Eighteenth
Illinois
Ex-Minister of Justice a Defaulter in $5 Million Accounts
A former justice minister faces exposure as a defaulter with $5 million allegedly missing from his accounts. Investigators say disputed transfers and unexplained balances involve a high ranking official. The case raises questions about financial controls and political integrity.
Former Danish minister confesses fraud linked to savings bank
Albert, ex minister of justice and president of a savings bank, admits fraud totaling five million dollars. He says losses came from ill judged mine investments in America and many peasants are named among his victims. The confession notes Albert’s strong peasant following who supported him politically.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copenhagen
Denmark
M. Albert
America
Bert
Forest fires around Peshtigo destroy hundreds of homes
Fire rages through forests near Peshtigo causing extensive damage and leaving hundreds homeless. Local crews battle flames as residents assess losses and seek assistance. Damaging winds hinder containment efforts while authorities urge evacuations and safety precautions.
Many People Destitute Refugees Pouring Into Marinette
Large influx of refugees overwhelms Marinette causing strain on shelters and services. Officials warn both Marinette and nearby Me nominee face growing demand for housing food and medical aid as winter approaches.
Refugees flee Green Bay region as wildfires burn
MENOMINEE Michigan September 11 hundreds of people are left homeless between Peshtigo and Peshtigo harbor along Green Bay with rainless weeks and fires raging near towns Refugees flow into Menominee and Marinette straining local relief efforts. In Seattle a young widow Mrs John Davis age about 22 killed herself using carbolic acid following marital and familial distress after a six month marriage and a Europe trip with her husband Mrs Davis sister Mrs Henry C Quiner of Fairbanks is noted as a relative.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seattle
John Davis
Washington Annex
Davis
Henry C. Quiner
Fairbanks
Van ntelli Receives Warm Welcome In England
Italian figure Van Nutelli arrives in England to a warm reception as Legate also lands, drawing attention from local officials and spectators.
Large Catholic Prelates Gather in London for Eucharistic Congress
Cardinal Vannutelli, Pope's legate, was formally received in London by the largest assembly of Roman Catholic prelates in England in centuries. Authorities face a quandary as Protestant groups protest the Sunday procession amid expected tensions.
French ex expert Gregori acquitted in Dreyfus shooting
Paris September 11 M Gregori a military expert on a local weekly staff was found not guilty of attempting to kill Major Alfred Dreyfus during Zola's Pantheon ceremonies. The shooting protested the canonization and anti Zola faction claimed his ashes were sanctioned by the nation. Dreyfus wounds were trifling and President Fallieres also narrowly escaped injury.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Paris
M. Gregori
Alfred Dreyfus
Zola
Pantheon
Dreyfus
Gregori
Gaulois
anti-Zola
Fallieres
Bride Mrs Davis Dies In Washing-ton Annex Incident
An unexplained death occurs as Mrs John Davis drinks carbolic acid in a Washington annex. Police report a self inflicted action without clear motive. The investigation seeks to determine circumstances surrounding the brides’ death.
Dawson Will Be 100 Good For Anything Competition
The fragment references Dawson and a competition with emphasis on a 100 milestone. No clear event date or organization is specified. Readable parts suggest a generic evaluation of Dawson for future use in competition contexts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dawson
All Retailers of Hooks Cigar Candy Must Lock Up Sundays
In Dawson on September 11, all book cigar candy fruit and small ware shops are barred from Sunday operation under the Lord’s Day act. Police announced the policy and will prosecute violators. hotels restaurants and druggists may stay open. Governor Henderson backed the change urged by Dawson ministers. mining and steamboats face no interruption due to seasonal constraints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Times
Dawson
Y. T
Henderson
Yukon
Richardson Arrives at Pi ee Coast of the Trail
Richardson arrives at the coast of the trail, prom pair Banks.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Richardson
OF the Trail
First Class Highway From Fairbanks to Valdez Seen Soon
Major Richardson and Captain Pope arrived in Valdez after a 19 day inspection tour of the trail from Fairbanks. They report the road largely dry and good with mud sections, noting completed wagon road work from Copper Center to Tonsina and telegraph from Valdez to Guilkana. They foresee the full Valdez to Fairbanks road in first class condition within a year or two.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Valdez
Major Richardson
Pope
Fairbanks
McCarty
Delta River
Paxton’s
Guikana
Delta
Gulkana
Copper Center
Tonsina
Keystone Canyon
Wortman’s
Thompson
Orville Wright Breaks World Record at Fort Meyer Trial
Orville Wright demonstrated a controlled heavier-than-air flight circling the drill grounds 58 times in 65 minutes 52 seconds at Fort Meyer. Despite strong winds the machine maintained control as Wright adjusted wing attitude. War Department officials see decisive proof of progress toward a 42 mph speed and the government bonus for a two man aeroplane flying one hour with 40 miles distance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington, D. C
Fort Meyer
Orville Wright
War Department
Wright Brothers
Yucatan Arrives in Port Amid Severe Storm
The steam ship Yucatan reaches Seattle from Nome after a voyage marked by very rough seas. Crew reports forcing the vessel to take the inside passage due to stormy conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yucatan
Seattle
Nome
Judge Reid Won’t Punish Material For Novel
Judge Reid states he will not condemn or punish material for a novel. The ruling emphasizes freedom of expression and curbs prior restraint on publication.
Alaska Judge Plans Valdez Probe And Limited Appointments
SEATTLE Sept 11 Judge Heid said before sailing for Valdez on the Portland he will urge the Valdez grand jury to thoroughly investigate election fraud charges in Alaska He noted most future appointments would favor Alaska residents except one post Heeks from Oklahoma will become commissioner at Valdez to succeed John Lyons Judge Reid and Beeks sailed with him and Hayworth of Vancouver will serve as interpreter for the Japanese poacher case proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acta
Alaska
Vaides
W. T. Beeks
John Lyons
Heeks
Portland
Reid
Oklahoma
Department of Justice
Hayworth
Vancouver
Inland Fires Devastate Lands and Rail Lines in Canada
Port Arthur and Fort William endure bush fires that cut them off from the interior. The blaze consumes vast inland areas threatening villages and hampering Canadian Pacific Railway operations along the main line. Railway property suffers heavy losses as flames spread. In Evansville, Bryan assails Speaker Cannon, charging predatory corporate influence and defending his finances amid a tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dian Pacific Railway
Port Arthur
Port William
Boundary survey uncovers cross border staking in Alaska
Prospectors have marked land on both sides of the international boundary in Alaska and Canada. Officials work to untangle the situation as extensions into Alaska are explored.
Fireisolates Pt Arthur And Fort William
Brush fires from an interior region cut off two cities Pt Arthur and Fort William. Fire crews battle advancing flames, evacuations underway as authorities monitor shifting wind conditions. Local residents seek shelter and hot spots challenge containment efforts.
Bryan loses temper over accusation in House clash
The report describes Bryan escalating the confrontation after an accusation against him and persistent attacks on Speaker Cannon in the ongoing dispute.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bryan
Cholera 5 Spreading and 18 Making Steady Progress
Report notes five cholera cases spreading with eighteen making steady progress in containment. Authorities monitor outbreaks and deploy preventive measures.
Officials Prepare For It Sporadic Cases Across Provinces
Sporadic outbreaks surface in various provinces of the empire with reports of the rubonic plague. Authorities issue alerts as cases appear in separate regions including Astrakhan Province. Medical officials monitor spread and reinforce quarantine measures.
Boundary Survey Places White River Copper on Canadian Side
Fred Reynolds reports that a survey along the 141st meridian shows the White river copper deposits lie on the Canadian side with a possible extension into the American area. The line crosses about three miles above the lower end of the second canyon after crossing White river. Survey parties from both governments plan to depart the front for the coast by September 20 via Dawson and White Horse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Reynolds
White River
Alaska
Canada
Dawson
White Horse
Cholera Reappears In St Petersburg Amid Regional Cases
The Asiatic cholera, reemerging after a pause since early August, shows steady progress in St Petersburg with adverse weather hindering spread. Authorities prepare to combat it as sporadic cases appear in Astrakhan and Saratov provinces, including Tsarytsin. A train passenger from Taganrog with symptoms was isolated. bubonic plague reports arise among Kirghiz in Astrakhan but are not deemed menacing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Petersburg
Astrakhan
Saratov
Tsarytsin
Taganrog
Taft Visited by Senator Foraker in Cincinnati
Senator Foraker called on Taft at his Cincinnati home today and the visit was described as pleasant. Official reports from state headquarters say Foraker will work for the national ticket.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cincinnati
Foraker
Taft
National
Fire Rages Through Pasadena Valley Scorching Land
A brush fire in the fertile valley west of Pasadena involves about 150 men battling it as flames spread over several square miles toward La Crescenta towns. The Times Special Service dispatch from Los Angeles dated September 11 reports crews stationing and coordinating efforts to contain the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Pasadena
la Crescenta
Bryan tour raises property value questions in Lincoln
In Lincoln on September 11 the Bryan tour sparked attention as assessors note a claimed property value of $156,000. Earlier spring assessments showed Lincoln properties valued at $382,000, prompting scrutiny of figures cited during the Hillmore tour.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Lincoln, Neb
Bryan
Hillmore
Attempted jewel theft targets ambassador’s daughter
A report states a would be thief attempted to steal the jewels of Mrs John Hubert Warp, the daughter of an ambassador, prompting police investigation and security concerns in high society circles.
Couple Married Amid Gifts of Jewelry
A newly married couple received valuable jewelry as wedding presents. Mrs. Ward, the bride, is a daughter of Whitelaw Reid, adding notable family connection to the ceremony.
Jewel theft attempt targets Mrs Ward's jewels in England
In Guilford England last night thieves attempted to steal jewels from Mrs Ward daughter of Whitelaw Reid American ambassador at St James. They took a purse worth 500 dollars. The marriage of Miss Jean Reid to Hon Johan Ward occurred June 23 in London. Ward is brother to the Earl of Dudley and equerry in waiting to King Edward.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Guilford
England
Ward
Whitelaw Reid
St. James
Jean Reid
Johan Hubert Ward
London
Earl of Dudley
Edward
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Tigo Harbor
Green Bay
Wis
Consin
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Mother's Hiness
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Legate
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Pearance
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Hubert Warp
Ding
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of Whitelaw Reid
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