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Newspaper

Freeport Daily Journal

Location

Freeport, Illinois, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1908

Page

6

Johnson Loses Fight for Cleveland at Democratic Convention

Columbus May 6 Mayor Tom L Johnson of Cleveland lost his bid to control the Democratic convention and help nominate the state ticket and U S senator. The anti Johnson faction claimed a narrow lead via a 102 to 80 vote margin with county support totaling 406, as Harmon attacked Judson Tar mon and Campbell was expected to be named for the Senate with Bryan urged for president.

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Croker Denies Plot To Visit New York For Party Affairs

Dublin May 6 Richard Croker told the Associated Press he denies plans to go to New York to settle Democratic differences and would not visit the United States until after the presidential election. He may spend the winter in the South. He backs Bryn as a good president and says Nixon, an old friend, may visit Ireland en route but not for political mission.

Dublin Richard Croker Associated Press New York Silat United States Bryan Lewis Nixon Europe Nixon Probily Ireland

New Jersey Republicans Name Delegation to National Convention

The Republican state convention in Trenton named a delegation to attend the Chicago national convention. It rejected resolutions endorsing Taft and Roosevelt’s renomination, adopted a ticket backing Franklin Murphy for vice president, and left the convention in the hands of state Republican leaders.

New Jersey Trenton Chicago Taft Roosevelt Pranklin Muarphy Rewulir Repuliesta Tchechira Linn

Connecticut public notices on state convention and officers

Fragmentary text from Hartford appears to reference a state convention and an official secretary role. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR, but indicates proceedings or appointments affecting Maryon and local civic items.

Eighteen More Tate Chicago Delegates Convene

Eighteen more delegates joined the Tate Chicago district convention yesterday, contributing to a widening delegation. The gathering produced gains in support for Tate, with delegates tally rising by eight, while two other districts also added to the overall count.

Tate Chicago Vart Boruker

Why yew trees are found in cemeteries only

A forester explains that yew trees survive mainly in cemeteries because farmers cut them down elsewhere. He notes yew leaves are poisonous to livestock, deterred farmers from planting them on farms, leading to cemeteries as the remaining habitats.

England New Orleans Times-Democrat

Harwich tale of a captain and Joe the bargain

A Boston Herald excerpt recounts O W Nickerson and J B Baker of Harwich. Captain Nickerson lures Joe into a private room and offers a secret wealth scheme for 25 dollars. Joe agrees and questions if anyone heard, the captain assures secrecy as they plan the ruse.

O. W. Nickerson S. Baker Harwich Nickerson Joe Suvine Boston Herald

Where the Treasure Is and the Heiress Confide Love

Harold and an heiress debate marriage to avoid ruining her reputation and share fortune with the less fortunate. The heiress fears unkind gossip if she marries for money, while Harold reveals plans to become a missionary.

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Chalking Up a Race Between Two Irishmen

Two Irishmen prepared to race along separate routes toward a tree. Mike urged Det to declare the winner based on who reached the destination first. Patan veered mid course and Po must decide who arrived first by placing chalk marks on the tree.

Mike Det al Ferendts Patan Budaes Dairy

Patrons Urged to Notify Office Over Paper Delays

Readers missing their newspaper are asked to inform the office about delays. The notice requests prompt reporting to ensure timely delivery and address service interruptions.

Humphreys Specifics and Homeopathic Medicine Co Ad

Dr Humphreys specifics offer directions in multiple languages for Pleasant Pellets sold in pocket bottles. Medicine by Humphreys Homeo Med Co, New York, with a medical book sent free on receipt of price and orders via druggists or mail.

Humphreys’ Homeo. Medicine CO Wnd John Streets New York

Bowerman to Quit Baseball After This Season

Frank Bowerman, catcher for the Boston Nationals, announces this will be his final year in baseball. He vows to play his best for Boston while hinting at retirement to pursue stable business life and avoid cold spots or sudden dismissal, despite confidence in his still solid form.

Bowerman Frank Bowerman Boston New York Eve Tve Tim Una

Keeler Putting Up Great Game For New York Americans

Veteran outfielder Willie Keeler stars for the New York Americans this season as he delivers a strong right field performance. The article highlights Keeler as a proven star among the club’s veterans and notes his steady defense and timely hitting.

Keeler Willie Keeler New York Americans Little Wil

Eye of Lie's eye lines them out with regular throws

Lie's eye remains keen and accurate, consistently throwing with steady aim and control as his left arm still delivers a few powerful throws to chrome plate.

Lie

Double Steal Scoring Rule Drawn by National League Chief

President Pulliam of the National League orders official scorers to credit a stolen base to a runner only if the other base runner is not put out in a double steal. He defends the rule as fair, while acknowledging some may disagree.

Pulliam National League

Pineules Trial Offer Promotes Kidney and Back Relief

Twenty days trial available for Pineules at $1.00. Advertises relief for back ache and rheumatic pains with claims of benefit for kidneys and bladder. Sold by H. J Mough and C. P. Guenther with satisfaction guaranteed or money refunded. Suitable for young and old.

H. J Mough C. P. Guenther

Burdett Seeks Piano Toning at Brown & Dollmeyer

F. J. Burdett orders piano tuning services from Brown and Dollmeyer, contacting the shop by plane 880 1-dd6i for the work.

F. J. Burdett Brown& Dollmeyer

Daily Journal delivery price and area note

The Daily Journal is delivered to any part of the city for ten cents a week.

the Daily Journal

Colleges supplying major league players noted in list

The article lists many college alumni now in the major leagues including Wisconsin graduates Frank Dillin Berthold and Cy Young NL pitcher, Illinois alumni Lundgren Pfeffer Beebe Stahl, Beloit trio Sparks Beaumont Adkins, Brown’s Lynch Wise, Georgetown’s White Devlin, Sacred Heart Adie Joss Kleinow, Mathewson Hucknell, Collins Columbia, and others from Dartmouth Harvard and multiple colleges across the country. The roster spans teams such as the Cubs Giants Phillies and Reds, with players linked to Penn State St Mary's Kansas Notre Dame and Ames among others.

University of Wisconsin Frank Dillin Brooklyn Berthold Cleveland Charlie Chech Cincinnati Cy Young NL Pittsburg University of Illinois Lundgren Cubs Pfeffer Boston Nationals Beebe St. Louis Nationals Jake Stahl Washington New York Americans Beloit College Wisconsin Frank Sparks Phillies New York Milwaukee Americans Clarence Beaumont Boston Merle Adkins Beloit Lynch Wise Brown University Dee White Devlin Georgetown University Addie Joss Jack Kleinow Sacred Heart College Christy Mathewson tHucknell Eddie Collins Columbia Glaze Dartmouth Chase Santa Clara Clarkson Harvard Owen Lansing Agricultural College Id Reulbach Notre Dame Thomas Walsh St. Mary's College of Kansas Chance

Wagner mental shift changes big league fate

The piece argues Hans Wagner’s decision to skip a season at spring training would likely ruin his form. It cites Amos Rusie Jouett Meakin and John M Ward as examples of stars who failed to return to peak levels after retirement or prolonged salary standstills, suggesting Wagner’s change of mind is wiser.

Hans Wagner Pittsburg Vincennes Ind Monon Amos Rusie Rusie Jouett Meakin Meakin New York Giants New York Ele Cincinnati John M. Ward Giants

Minor League Items Highlight Player Transfers and Bonuses

Tim Flood of St Paul earns a bonus for high finish in a race and players earn higher rewards for top division ranks. Arthur Chalners, famed fullback, signs to play right Held for the Atlantic season, after serving as captain of the Lafaverts before college. Chalners plans to use the Lima franchise as a farm for Columbus players, while Indian player Seriuk Jide is shipped in. a dissenting voice vows to quit rather than submit.

Tim Flood St. Paul Arthur Chalners Lillagette Dastonu Chalmers hLafaverts Hall Arthur Chalmers Latay Columbus Lima I Farm Seriuk Jide Dad

Turner sidelined as Cleveland star faces layoff

Terry Turner of Cleveland, the shortstop, is out of action after a knee injury. Chiewa, his aunt, confirms the player will be kept from competition for an extended period as the team retools.

Terry Turner Cleveland Chiewa

Major League Notes on Pitchers and Standings

A retro sports column notes the Boston basement crew, New York first base thrills, and new pitchers across leagues. It highlights Graham the Shreveport recruit, predicts strong showings for St. Louis with Wagner’s underwhelming form, and Detroit’s shaky position but anticipated improvement.

Boston Tlal Chase Tenney New York Teagues Louis Browns Graham Shreveport Detroit Reus Wagner Cone

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