Factional Clash at Illinois Republican Convention
In Peoria on May 8 the Cullom faction won a decisive vote for temporary chairman over Gov Tanner ally J G Brown. Charles Gates Dawes narrowly led 793 to 720, signaling likely Reeves for governor and a shift in party power as the convention opened with Dawes addressing the crowd on trust and reform.
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Peoria
Illinois
John R. Tanner
Ilinois
Charles Gates Dawes
United States
J. G. Brown
Vandalia
State Central Committee
Dawes
Congressman Reeves
Judge Hancey
Chicago
Rannels
Republican State Central Committee
John Faville
First Congregational Church
Brown
Tanner
Judge Haneey
S. H. Bethea
Cullom
Charles G. Dawes
Midstream Populists Gather in Cincinnati for Convention
Delegates to the national mid dle-of-the-road populist convention gather in Cincinnati with Wharton Barker and Ignatius Donnelly making headquarters at the Dennison hotel. Texas delegates arrive, boosting expectant attendance to around 600. Donnelly’s presidential hopes are discussed, while Barker–Donnelly ticket is favored for ratification. no fuse with Debs planned.
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Cincinnati
Wharton Barker
Pennsylvania
Ignatius Donnelly
Minneapolis
Dennison Hotel
Texas
J. A. Parker
National Committee
Deaver
Tome
Minnesota
Donnelly
Barker
Social Democrats
E. V. Debs
Omaha
Trade Expansion Favored by Prominent Supporters
A prominent group backs broad trade expansion emphasizing freer markets and wider cooperation. Advocates claim benefits include stronger economic growth, increased export opportunities, and enhanced relations with major partners. Critics warn of adjustment costs and sectoral disruption.
Nebraska Delegation Arrives at Populist Convention
Sioux Falls May 8 Nebraska's full delegation arrived by special train with banners and shouting for Bryan. About 300 delegates gathered as talks centered on vice presidential nomination. Names like Weaver Taylor Brown mentioned, Towne favored by some, with a committee plan favored by silver republicans and democrats. National committee to meet tonight to appoint temporary officers and a roll of delegates.
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Sioux Falls
N. D
Nebraska
Bryan
National Committee
Butler
Cincinnati Belt
Unique Role of the Sergeant-at-Arms in National Conventions
The sergeant-at-arms acts as the convention's business manager, handling expenses, press facilities, seating, tickets, hotel and rail arrangements, and staff appointments. Appointed by the subcommittee, the role wields heavy influence and requires impartiality, extensive office setup, security, and coordination across states and committees.
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National Committee
Elaine
D. G. Wiswell
Wisconsin
Philadelphia
Kansas City
H. L. Swords
New York
Republican Committee
James Oliver
Paradise Park
Democratic Committee
Oliver
Alaska
Stormy Fort Wayne Hit by Severe Spring Storm
A damaging spring storm swept Fort Wayne bringing heavy rain wind and hail. The fiercest gusts felled trees and damaged fences and signs while electric and telephone wires suffered across the city. Lightning struck a West Jefferson residence and one resident received a shock on Lakeside. Minor property damage was widespread with roofs skylights awnings and glass broken in several blocks.
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Fort Wayne
Jenney
William Paul
West Jefferson Street
W. A. Hall
Lakeside
Calhoun Street
City Trucking Company
Wells Street
Ossian
Bluffton
J. L. Severt
Fred Weber
West Main Street
Bank Block
A Mary's Avenue
Aboit
Wedded Thirty-Six Years of Sol Kell Anniversary
The thirty sixth wedding anniversary of Mr and Mrs Solomon Kell was celebrated at their home nine miles north of the city. Planned by their children, the event was a surprise with five children and six grandchildren present along with close friends.
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Solomon Kell
NEELY CASE PUZZLE CONTINUES WITH $80,000 DISCREPANCY
Washington May 8 postal department reports from Agents Seybolt and Neal show an April 23 balance for Charles F W Neely, Cuba bureau chief, of 119,930 versus an expected 200,000. Officials note possible embezzlement if funds were diverted after balance, while auditors certify accounts as correct.
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Washington
Post Office Department
Seybolt and Neal
Charles F. W. Neely
Bureau of Finance
Postal Department
Cuba
Neely
Post Rathbone
Rathbone
Police officials join the international association event
The New York police department, previously not formally recognizing the international association, is represented this year by Chief Devery, the commissioner, and many detectives during the weekday forenoons.
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New York Police Department
International Association
Devery
Shorter Creed Sought by Overwhelming Vote in Presbytery
Washington May 8 A 250 to 15 vote by the Presbytery of Washington City decided to urge the coming general assembly in St Louis to begin steps toward creating a brief evangelical Calvinistic creed to replace the Westminster symbols. A defeated substitute proposed by Rev Wallace Radcliffe urged the assembly to appoint a committee to reevaluate doctrinal standards or consider an explanatory statement.
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Washington
Presbytery
Washington City
General Assembly
The
Presbyterian Church
St. Louis
Tennis S. Hamlin
Wallace Radcliffe
Striking Gorge Creek Miners Clash at Ocean Mine No 1
About 1 000 striking Gorge Creek miners faced an equal number of union men at Ocean Mine No 1 near Cumberland Maryland. John Davidson was beaten after entering the mine despite union protests. Several others injured as fifteen miners reached safety inside. Lonaconing reportedly under a hostile mob as deputies rush to the scene with militia feared to quell the disturbances.
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Cumberland
Gorges Creek
Ocean Mine No. 1
John Davidson
Lonaconing
Martin
Fort Wayne Knights of Columbus to Welcome Guests
At Monday’s council meeting Fort Wayne Knights of Columbus was told delegations from Chicago Grand Rapids and Toledo will attend Sunday's event May 20 A large class of about seventy five candidates will be received and the meeting will close with a banquet
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Fort Wayne
Knights of Columbus
Chicago
Grand Rapids
Toledo
Flag Over Tutuila United States Gains Samoa Island
Advices from Samoa report the American flag hoisted over Tutuila amid native rejoicing and chiefs ceding the island to the United States. Manua natives also request flag hoisting and formal cession. Natives will govern themselves under governors appointed by the naval commandant. Quiet prevails in German Samoa.
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Auckland N. Z
Samoa
Tutuila
United States
Manua
Miller Coming Back From Denver Health Restored
Frederick Miller, a contractor, who left the city a year ago last February for Denver in poor health, plans to return in a few days. His family still lives at No 8 Summit Street. Miller is now in good health and was steadily employed in Denver when able to work.
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Frederick Miller
Denver
Col
Summit Street
Miller
Police Chiefs Meet At International Conference In Cincinnati
The seventh annual international convention of police chiefs opened in Cincinnati with about 300 attendees including commissioners, detectives, and other officials. Conference aims to discuss policing standards and cooperation.
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Cincinnati
the Chiefs of Police
Vesuvius Erupts With Lava and Rock in Italy
Mount Vesuvius has been erupting for three days with crater explosions throwing lava and rock high into the air. Last night the activity intensified with violent blasts and menacing rumblings.
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Rome
Vesuvius
Pony Birth Report for Mr and Mrs
A pony has been born to Mr and Mrs in a local farm report noting the new foal arrival and the parental names. The item records the event as a small family milestone with no additional details.
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Pon
Two Die In Geneseo Hotel Fire After Search
Geneseo New York May 8 The American hotel burned in the early hours of today. Firefighters found Lafayette Carney and Sherman Deboray of West Sparta dead on the third floor and a missing woman believed dead. A waitress reported two men plotted the fire before fleeing as flames spread. Loss estimated at fifteen thousand dollars.
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Geneseo
N. Y
Lafayette Carney
Sherman Deboray
West Sparta
Miss Schreiner
Labor Meeting Protests Exclusion Act Violations
In San Francisco on May 8 labor organizations held two large mass meetings. Resolutions were adopted protesting violations of the Chinese exclusion act and opposing the influx of Japanese laborers.
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San Francisco
Ossian Woman Guesting In Jackson Street Home
Mrs Christina Mackey of Ossian visits daughter Mrs C J Gruber on Jackson street. All members of the G A R are invited to the master of Henry W Lawton post, set for Saturday evening.
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Christina Mackey
Ossian
City
C. J. Gruber
Jackson Street
Henry W. Lawton
Change of Time on the Nickel Plate Road
The Nickel Plate Railway announces a slight time adjustment at stations with No. 4 departing Chicago at 3 30 p m and staggered later arrivals. Through sleeping car improvements east and west along with dining car services on Nos 1 2 and 3 between Chicago and Buffalo. Club luncheons and suppers in dining car from Chicago to Bellevue and club breakfasts and lunches in Bellevue to Chicago. All trains operate daily with contact details for Fort Wayne agents.
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Chicago
Bellevus
Bellevue
Buffalo
BR. J. Hamilton
Fort Wayne
Ind
C. A. Asterline
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Reeves
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General Weaver
Iowa
Dr. Taylor
E. Gerry Brown
Massachusets
Chairman Towne
Ness
New York Sun
Neely Case
Washington Presbyterians
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Decatur Road
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