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Newspaper
Inter Mountain Globe
Location
Hulett, Wyoming, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1908
Page
3
Springfield Aug 20 Only 300 soldiers remain in the city after 4 000 troops departed. The Seventh regiment and a small cavalry detachment will guard the city indefinitely until the grand jury finishes its 116 investigations. Conditions have improved and cavalry may be sent home.
August report from New York describes a citywide surge of burglary pickpocket yeggman and other crooks. Police deploy all detectives and even disguise officers as they flood deserted blocks and crowded resorts to curb losses expected to exceed a million dollars by summer’s end.
The first session of the Methodist conference convened in Custer City with Bishop McIntyre of Minneapolis presiding. Forty delegates from Hills counties attend as organizers and reports are heard. A cornerstone laying for the Lead church is set for Monday at 3 PM with many churchmen expected.
In a Washington report dated August 20, Bishop Charles H Brent of the Philippine Islands declines a coveted bishopric post in Washington. He cites genuine contentment and a lively spirit that uses present opportunities, while noting constitutional constraints hampering fulfillment of potential.
A speaker argued that places reflect greatness and require leaders to rise by small, steady efforts. He warned against political vanity and urged dedication to honest service. If he leaves the Philippines, it would be for health, but the task remains to unite East and West through understanding and effort.
Governor John A. Johnson, urged by the Minnesota Democratic state convention after declaring he did not want to run again, accepted the nomination in Minneapolis. Delegates marched with banners, following Mayor Lawler of St. Paul as Johnson pledged to sacrifice personal wishes for the party’s welfare.
Sydney Nova Scotia residents greet the American battleships as they anchor off the coast after sighting at dawn. A state dinner for Admiral Sperry and staff is planned with toasts to Roosevelt and Sperry. Editorials claim good results from the visit and emphasize strong friendship between nations.
In Oyster Bay on August 20 President Roosevelt Vice Presidential Nominee Sherman and Chairman Hitchcock met to consider the Hughes situation in New York and decide on methods for raising campaign funds.
In Chicago a government petition for rehearing of the Court of Appeals decision reversing Judge Landis on Standard Oil’s large fine under the Elkins Act argues the appellate ruling misstates the record and misdefines ignorance as a defense. The brief defends that each carload was a separate offense, that knowledge of the lawful rate must be presumed, and that the fine reflects penalties justified by Indiana assets and profits.
The petition argues the judge misdirected against Standard Oil of New Jersey while the record shows action targeted Standard Oil Company of Indiana. It contends the ruling mishandles fines and enforcement, questions trial and law, and asks a reargument to correct perceived errors. The notice is signed by Frank B. Kellogg and Edwin W. Sims with James H. Wilkerson as assistants.
Bryan plans a campaign tour with Debs and other socialists as the Red Special bears the campaign. He intends to go from Chicago to Des Moines and then to Des Moines via routes including Davenport and Minneapolis with stops listed for August 31 through September 30.
Mar chie Orte dt boy drew attention with a surprising display as he stacked rose stems at a local event. The scene drew spectators and highlights a community celebration.
Police say a 25 year old woman was found banging by a tree in Franston woods after an infant was found dead yesterday. A note on the baby's hat named Freddie Goldbego of Chicago as a possible instigator. Authorities think the woman is the mother and may have killed the child and injured herself.
In Utica a financial seer named Juanes G. Phelps connected with Syracuse University died by suicide in a local hotel. Authorities are investigating the incident as a self inflicted death.
Application filed to appoint a receiver for the Indiana Construs company of which Governor Ha is president. Haskell is accused of drawing a $15 000 salary over three years and of speculation with company funds while stock holdings are unclear.
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