Republicans Nominate Roosevelt and Fairbanks at 1904 Convention
The thirteenth Republican national convention adjourned after nominating Theodore Roosevelt for President and Charles Warren Fairbanks for Vice President by acclamation. George B. Cortelyou was elected chairman as the campaign to elect the ticket began, with Henry Cabot Payne presiding and Whitelaw Reid serving as temporary chairman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Theodore Roosevelt
Charles W. Fairbanks
Indiana
George B. Cortelyou
Republican National Committee
Union
New York
Charles Warren Fairbanks
Iowa
Dolliver
Fairbanks
Frank S. Black
Roosevelt
Uesday
Henry C. Payne
National Committee
Timothy P. Frost
Scott
West Virginia
Payne
Hwhihu Root
Root
Panama Canal
Maelinley
Hanna
Caele Joe" Cannon
Cannon
Towehter
Hanus
Committee On Resolutions
Ledge
Committed
Perdicariis 8 Released Threatening Moroccan Crisis
The captured Varley and Cromwell are freed after paying ransom, as Raisuli’s dominance in Morocco grows. The American and British ministers demand Raisuli’s capture and punishment, warning of a grave crisis as sultanate governors resist replacing Raisuli and threaten regional stability. Perdicaris, born in Trenton New York to a wealthy Greek-American family, is involved in the unfolding situation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New England
America
Raisuli
Ton -Perdiensia
Cromwell
Varley
Ranson
Tangier
Perdicaris
Morocca
Raisul
Warlke Hillemen
Tez
Great Britain
United States
Mr. Perdicaris
Trenton
N. Y
Roosevelt Nominating Speeches Mark Republican Convention
Delegates hear nominating speeches for Theodore Roosevelt with Bisch of New York leading. The crowd roars as New York banners rise and Alaska totems march past amidst a riot of flags and chants.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St.q
Roosevelt
Bediani
Custom
Alaska
New York
Viera
Jonathan Pb. Dolliver
Penrose
Pennsylvania
Depew
Senator Foraker
Ohio
Thomas Carter
Montana
Notable expatriate of Tangier famed for wealth and abduction
The text describes a European man who spent thirty years abroad visiting Europe and marrying an English lady. His son Varley shares his captivity. After visiting Tangier he chose to live there, acquiring a castle outside the city. He hosted diplomats and foreign residents, making his home a social hub. His abduction caused a profound sensation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Europe
Varley
Moroccco
Tangier
Port Arthur Naval Engagement Report Details Damage
Admiral Togo reports a Thursday engagement at Port Arthur where a Peresviet type battleship was sunk and a Sevastopol type battleship along with a Diana class cruiser were damaged. The Russian fleet at Port Arthur had suffered torpedo damage to two ships earlier, leaving four battleships. Japanese forces, led by Okun and Iwezoki, advanced, while Kuropatkin retreats toward Kaichou as Russian defenses unravel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Togo
Port Arthur
Russia
Petrogpatiovsk
Cazarevitch
Retrizan
Pobeida
Petropavlovsk
Peresviet
Sevastopol
Poltava
Oslabia
Perceviet
Peresriet
Oshabia
Pallada
Diana
Pailada
Fort Arthur
Peresgiet
Kaichou
Kai-ping
Okun
Iwezoki
Waichow
Jkuropatkin
Oku
Duroki
Kuropatkin
Stackelberg
Srmr
Varangon
Fouropatkin
Dust Spray in Orchard Spraying Gains Attention
L A Goldman reports in Gem State Rural on the dust spray method for apple orchards. The expert notes dust is cheaper and easier to apply than liquid, with thoroughness and safety being key, citing practical use on about four hundred bearing acres and a mix of ingredients including lime Paris green dry Bordeaux sulphur and concentrated lye.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. A. Goldman
Gem State Rural
Atmost
Paris
America
Food quality and inspection arguments in General Home and Farm
Readers hear from a long quotation discussing overfeeding and forced feeding for meat production. The piece warns that fat appearance hides disease and that only postmortem inspection reveals health issues, urging caution about meat deemed prime for human food.
Feeding Hogs Sunshine
Advice on hog house design emphasizes ample sunlight, outdoor feeding when weather allows, and proper feeding placement to keep bedding clean. It urges treating hogs like other stock for better returns, ensuring water access and summer grass.
Feeding Grain to Pasture Cows Could Prove Profitable
The dairyman may test feeding grain to cows on pasture to gauge milk quantity and quality. Select an average cow, split grain between winter and pasture, and keep careful records of milk output and cost to determine if the method pays.
Grease Remedy for Fowls Mentioned
The article describes using lard and crude petroleum to treat fowls for scabby issues and leg problems. It warns against greasing most of the body and suggests applying grease only to the head, neck, legs, and vents. A recipe combines lard, petroleum, and acetic acid as a remedy to have ready.
Stick to one breed for poultry success and cost
The piece argues against switching breeds yearly and warns against keeping multiple breeds. It emphasizes choosing one good breed and sticking with it unless a strong reason exists, noting specialization favors success and avoiding dabbling in the fancy side.
Ready Hive garden implements for sowing and weeding
The article extols hand sowing with a drill that places seeds evenly and marks rows. It notes ready Hive garden tools suited to gardens not in frequent use, praising trowels for transplanting and weeding hoes and rakes for efficient work. Hand implements are improving and economical.
Pallets Not Laying From Overfeeding in Poultry
A pallet placed on the nest may fail to lay an egg if she is too fat. Overfeeding, common when confined in a poultry house, causes backward laying. Reduce food to half when possible to allow foraging and exercise, then eggs will resume.
Colic in Horses Reported Amid Unclear Remedy
A note describes using sifted ashes from green hickory wool mixed with salt as a daily aid for horses. The text suggests keeping the mixture in the manger for self-service year round.
Hay Farm Booms With 800 Tons Of Native Hay
A Dawson freighter turned hay farmer proves hay pays better than gold. He grows native hay at Gravel Lake on the Dawson to Duncan trail, selling feed at 146 a ton. Last fall he baled over 800 tons and may net 84 000 this season, employing ten men and six mule teams to harvest and transport the crop.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yukon
Vakley
Dawson
Gravel Lake
Duncan District
Stewart River
Bates
New York Commercial
Treasure Lumiers Dig for Gold and Valuables
A fragmentary report notes Treasure Lumiers digging for gold and other valuables among wrapties. Details are unclear in the readable text.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Roosevelt and
Black
Deliver
Lesanr
Lighta
Cortelyeu
Governor Black
Chicago Coliseum
Ion Perdilalus
Bisch
Albert Ad. Beveridge
George A. Saight
California
Harry Stillwer
Alabama
Roots
Porto Rico
Philippines
Elihu Root
Republican National
Tey
Thomas B. Cox
McComas
Maryland
Wisconsin
la Follette
Theodof
Charles
W. Fairbanks
Poerdicaris’ Chateau
United States Realty and Improvement Company
Enpite
HL. Ll. Fanner
Lona Grove
J. T
Emmet
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!