Organized Labor Supports Taft in Split Union Vote
A lengthy article outlines deep divisions within organized labor over presidential support, with several AFL leaders and unions backing Taft while others align with Bryan. It notes prominent vice presidents and unions in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Pittsburgh questioning Gompers and urging independent votes. Observers note significant labor-political rifts and potential Taft gains.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iabor
Gexec
Samuel Gompers
Mitchell
Sany
Bevad
James Duncan
American Federation of Labor
Gompers
Tos
Willis Moore
Weather Bureau
Gowers Smed
Watel Keefe
Wee Federation
Meegshoremen’s Union
Taft
Keefe
Keelema
Bryan
American Federation of Tabor
Weither
Pittsburg
Tatt
United Mine Workers of Mer‘ie
Stremzest
Iumer Sexy
Erik
Wheeling
West Virginia
Hank
Amalgamated Association
Arny
Willis Jennings Beyer
Seggars
Ways and Mbeans
National
Wilson I. Fairley
Alalmina
Lake
George W Floyd
Gui Weev
Liber
Erate
Minneapolis
Towa
Republi
Gryan
August A. Ballitz
Central Labor Union
Lexington
Hosiery Stretches Dollars Too 25 Cent Over BC
A compressed local item notes a 25 cent increase affecting BC era shopping. The brief mentions hosiery pricing and the broader impact on household budgets, reflecting cost pressures in the period.
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Bryan and Wool Growers Debate Protective Policy
The piece argues that Democratic proposals would wreck the U S wool industry. It notes McKinley carried Rocky Mountain states for Cleveland previously and warns against Bryan carrying Wisconsin and mountain states. It claims protection preserves the wool market and condemns free list policies as harmful to American growers and mills, mentioning the American Woolen Company and trusts as central concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
McKinley
Rocky Mountain
Cleveland
Plac‘ag
United States
Bryan
Wisconsin
Mocky Mountain
Democratic Party
Australasia
South Africa
Idestroy
American Woolen Company
American Wealen Company
Unites States
Bryn
Betchy
Americin Work Company
Wool Grays Era
On Himself A New Hampshire Painter and a Quarrel
A village house painter in New Hampshire was stopped on the main street by a townsman and asked about a job at Spinner’s house. He recounted that Spinner complained and threatened to paint the house himself. The painter hinted that Spinner had indeed spread much paint already when seen nearby.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Hampshire
Tom
Australian Accent and the British Australian Voice
The narrator discusses staying close to English usage while noting Australian terms like lifts paddocks creeks scrubs and billy tea. They express homesickness for the British Australian identity rather than the crude Australian accent.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
England
Bard’s Tour Faces Doubtful Reception in Baltimore
The Baltimore American quotes a witty exchange about the bard’s tour facing skepticism while supporters urge perseverance. The banter highlights doubts about finishing the run and the music’s reception, with both sides weighing risks and resolve.
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Eawlie Bemnan
Tities Dold
Chicago
Fe “Sen of
Lord Mumpers
Amerisa Pri Hfederation of Labor
Malicit
Bomme
Bor
International Trotherhood of
Deemratirs
Cheir Busine
Ajaoil Lodge
Sted Tron
Ety F’orkers
Tee Wanre
Sala Bis Organization
Vesdquarters
Democratic Campaien Fund
Ieucsota
Hiva Mapes
Charley Livett
Lidjay
St. Joe, Missouri
Madoo & Dean’s
Hamburg
Micadoo
Dean
Battenburg
Mona
Adi
Boy's Ovary
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