Roosevelt Named President at 1904 Republican Convention
The thirteenth Republican national convention adjourned with Theodore Roosevelt nominated for president and Charles Warren Fairbanks of Indiana chosen as vice president by acclamation after a sweeping display by New York delegates. Delegates, banners, and bands created a thunderous, chaotic celebration signaling the start of the 1904 campaign.
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Heli
Cail
Fairbanks
Black
Dolliver
Shearer
Lighta
Cordelyou
Theodore Roosevelt
Charles W. Fairbanks
Indiana
George B. Cordelyou
Union
le Hirge
Theodore Raweeveit
New York
Charles Warren Fairbanks
Aly. Hitt
Thinois
Benatar Fairbanks
Victor
Oni
Roosevelt
Hoosevelt
Bedlam
Callum
Alaska
Jonathan P. Dolliver
Iowa
Penrose
Pennsylvania
Depew
Foraker
Ohio
Thomas Carter
Montana
Fractured News Ledger of Diverse Local Events
Swiss defeat a compulsory proposition. S M Garrett elected superintendent in Lawton Oklahoma. Mande Fealy signs with Sir Henry Irving for next season. Kansas City wholesaler Upton Elis dies at home. Colonel Charles F Afilis appointed head of live stock at World's Fair. Knights of Labor leadership change rumored. Trinity College gift from S Duke and T Duke. Vatican vineyards set aside due to wine value. Gallaher family water dispute leads to fatal wounding. Pat Sheedy sues Vincent Skorens over a note from Ostend.
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Swsitzerland
S. M. Garrett
Tieh Hill
Ajo
Lawton
O. T. Misa Mande Fealy
Denver
Cole
Sir Henry Irving
Upton Elis
Kansas City
Charles F. Afilis
Springfield
Fld. Coburn
Kansas
Moreeimant
Knights of Labor
Terrence ¥. Powderls
N. Duke
Durham
N. C
T. Ty. Duke
New York
Trinity College
Raleigh
Vatican
Evolution of American Political Parties Over Two Centuries
A historical overview traces party birth from the Republican and Democratic roots to later formations. It notes key shifts, mergers, and name changes through 19th and early 20th centuries, including the rise and decline of Whigs, Know-Nothings, and Populists.
Russian Escape Attempt at Port Arthur After Telissu
The Russian fleet at Port Arthur faced possible destruction as Togo's squadron pressed a night sortie. Japanese torpedo boats damaged battleships Czarevitch and Retvisan, with Sevastopol and others taking hits. Russian ships tried to withdraw but suffered.
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Telissu
Port Arthur
Togo
Thussian Reef
H Im
Funk
Feresviet
Diaget
Peresviet
Sevastopol
Hatsuse
Youhina
Korletsnd
Variag
Chemulpo
Trig
Great Battle Looms as Three Armies Mass Near Front
Gen Sakharoff reports a major clash may erupt soon between Gen Kuropatkin's main army and the forces of Kuroki and Oku. The three forces, together about 300000 men, hold advanced posts in contact along the front as Soviet and Japanese lines brace for a decisive engagement.
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Telissu
Oku
Port Arthur
Nodzu
Teliksu
Kuroki
Takushan
Nodz
Beurdel
Sakharoff
Kuropatkin
Cone
Triad
Kouropatkin
Chapan Pass
Taicheng
Mae-Tien
Europatkia
Kinh Thau
Pa-Tzhe-ltiao
Ta'Eche- Iine
Okw
Kurepatkin
Japanese naval and ground actions near Port Arthur in war report
A war dispatch describes Japanese forces under Togo drawing Russian attention with mines and belated landings. The Detropaviarsk battleship sinks after heavy losses, while multiple transports reach harbor obstacles. Japanese armies push inland, with Oku and Kuroki advancing toward key passes as skirmishes persist and the Russian fleet suffers critical setbacks.
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Bork Arthur
Detropaviarsk
Vpitsewa Alove
Achur
Fakushan
Togo
Japan
Russia
Kalchon
Beta Tue
Neodau
Takushan
Okuu
Port Arthur
Oku
Newehan Hill
War News in Brief from Fronts and Reports
Reports from Landen Moraine Pos and Russian fronts detail wartime dispatches. Japanese torpedo boats reportedly struck Russian battleships off Port Arthur while Sunuday dysentery claimed several officers. Retreating Russian forces near Taichekine prompt speculation on broader movements as St Petersburg press cites eye witnesses to alleged Russian wounded killings.
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Slaight
Landen Moraine Pos
Anny
Wavarruen
Middiesen
Tress
Lifanyang
Manchuria
Sunuday
Port Artiver
Pereat
Taichekine
St. Petersivirs
Kus
Dhepositimr
Se Petersburg Nevoe Vrernya
San Jaime de Renrhon
Thussian
Vatargen
Democratic National Convention Seating Plan at St Louis Coliseum
The seating capacity for the Democratic National Convention at the St Louis Coliseum is set at 10 840, including delegates, alternates, press, guests, officials and the public. Delegates number 950 seated in front of the platform with 950 alternates behind them. The platform seats 431 and prominent leaders occupy the front area. general admission covers balcony and gallery. Each National Committee member gets a box and general admission tickets. delegates receive individual tickets plus three general tickets. 852 working journalists plus 50 more will have press access.
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St Louis
Wilbe
Day of Death and Appalling Fatalities Across the Country
The report lists numerous fatal accidents across the United States including trolley, boat, and automobile incidents. It notes deaths in cities like La Grange and New York, with wrecks, explosions, and drownings. It mentions political figures James K. Jones and others facing shifts in state and national politics.
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United States
Cas
George FL Dixon
la Grange
Aurora, Elgin and
Gakago
Horner
47Th Street
Beekizn
New York
Kant
Wreeckse
Public Lynching Report in Endora Mississippi Details Mob Action
A mob hanged Starling Thaham a Black man accused of attacking a 14 year old girl in Endora Mississippi. The crowd forced the horse from under him and witnessed the public execution before burying the body. A separate account mentions a fatal shooting of Pearl Veakiey by Bethel Church related to unnamed disputes.
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Victin
Starling Thaham
John Wilson
Buon
Endora
Miss
Wilson
Aoriahera
How Conventions Nominate and Party Rules Shape Delegates
The article surveys historical party nomination practices in the United States, noting how conventions set rules for delegate voting and how majorities or minorities influence outcomes. It covers cases from 1848 to 1876, including two thirds rules, roll calls, and state practices on electors and dates.
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Gen Grant
New York
Cleveland
Marta
James K. Polk
South Carolina
Peninsular costs and Port Arthur fears in summer talk
The piece blends rumor and world events with domestic notes on the summer heat and a lemonade vendor at Oyster Bar. It mentions Perdicaris, Kuropatkin, Peninsular finances, and rising potato prices, while noting Port Arthur defense and a St Louis hotel troubles.
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Perdicaris
Kuropatkin
Morocco
St. Lois
Rto
Chicago
Secuiia
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