Bryan Deserted by Former Supporters
A sprawling 1900s era report traces shifts in Democratic loyalties as Bryan loses backing to Taft. It cites Hearst papers turning against Bryan, editorials from Santa Cruz Surf and other state voices, and mentions notable defections including M. Jerpey, George L. Wellington, Soba Sprecher, J. M. Dower, and John Schlark, all signaling support for Taft and Roosevelt's policies.
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Fresno
Cal
Re 1Rolt
Bryan
Santa Cruz Surf
California
Democenic Party
Arthur A. Taylor
Fart
Ryan
Tate
Taylor
Watt
Wnebraska Populiai
Nnd
Rhode Island
Democrat
Soba & Sprecher
Nebraska
Sebawer Bree Lance
Taft
Sherman
John Schlark
Youngstown
Ohio
William MW
Schlark
Patt
Roosevelt
Frederick N. Judson
St Louie
St. Louis
Missouri
McGintock
University of Chicago
Pillippiney
Philippines
Proof of Prosperity for Trust Company of America
A New York City news item reports the Trust Company of America has recovered from the 1907 financial panic and can now pay off its $25,000,000 loan. The company, once the second largest in the country, withstood a run that surpassed any in American history.
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Trust Company of America
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GS Bugtess Bo
Tuta
America
Christian Missions and Civilization in Taft Speech
Mr Taft spoke on the extension of Christian missions from personal experience delivered at Carnegie Hall New York City in April. He argued Christianity underpins modern civilization and democracy noting missions create schools hospitals and churches, and that the missionary effort boosts native progress while critiquing some Western conduct.
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William W W. Catt
Christia
Bho
Carnegie Wall
New York City
Mr. Dott
Orient
Anadelin
Iver
Philippines
Aurit
Aung
Ilenett
China
Peking
Onore
Freight Cars Needed Improving Business Boosts Demand
In spring to April 1 freight cars idle reduced from 413,005 to 314,208 by June 24. About 6,000 new cars ordered nationwide. Confidence returning, real estate transactions rising. Major centers from New York to Chicago and beyond seek help to meet early fall demand as crops harvest nears. Banks stronger, merchants happier, and people content. Chicago Examiner summary of improving commercial conditions.
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Bizmerenr
New York
Chicago
St. Louis
San Francisco
New Orleans
Athinty
St. Peal
Minneapolis
Denver
Kansas City
Cincinnati
Cleveland
Diarapolia
Progress of Colored Race in Forty Years of Struggle
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss the colored race's forty year history in the United States. The text highlights persistent battles, ongoing progress, and continued friction in civil rights, pointing to long-term efforts and challenges faced by Black Americans.
Sugar Beet Growers Fight Democratic Tariff Plans
Beets and sugar producers rally to defend U S beet sugar industry against Democratic platform pledges to remove duties and place sugar on the free list. Argument focuses on import harm, industry growth under protection, and the need to sustain U S sugar demand worth billions annually.
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United States
Taritt Phink
Lryan
Democratic Party
MeKinsey
White House
Congress
Republican Party Agwio
Luis Brown
New York
California
Mississippi
Uright
Opr
Kong
Republican Party
Truth in Jest Satirizes Bryan by Collier's Japanese Boy
Collier's Weekly leans into a satirical skit spoofing William Jennings Bryan with a Japanese schoolboy persona. The piece, titled A President should be the Honest Theodore Roosevelt, lampoons campaign rhetoric and GOP rivals while portraying Bryan as weak and indecisive.
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Collier’s Weekly Star Kamorist Ins Baen
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Ike
Tariff Revision Urgency Tied to Taft Victory
Editorial argues tariff revision hinges on electing Taft and a Republican majority. It states a Republican Senate and House are essential for early action, and that Bryan becoming president would block tariff reform. The piece promotes voting for Taft and GOP candidates to secure prompt policy changes.
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Taft
Milwaukee
Bryan
Congress
Senate
Clole
Heuns
House of Representatives
Referendum in National Government Not Practicable Says Taft
In Columbus Ohio Hon William Howard Taft criticizes representative government as impracticable for national needs. He argues fourteen million electors should legislate directly under certain conditions via subdivision referenda while acknowledging potential usefulness for state matters.
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Hon
H. Taft
Columbus
Ohio
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Town County
Iowa
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Whillumeburg Journal Tribune
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Wade
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the Mail and Express Company
rIrepublican National, Plat Ayor
Mr. Taft
William H. Taft
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