27 Oct 1908
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Newspaper
Janesville Daily Gazette
Location
Janesville, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1908
Page
1
The article surveys 1912 campaign signals across counties in Wisconsin and beyond, noting La Follette Republicans backing various candidates and the reaction to Taft, with references to Shilth, Wolfe, Bogen, and local figures in Sheboygan and surrounding counties. It highlights election strategy shifts and anticipated voting patterns amid prime party tensions.
New York today sees intense campaign activity as Taft and Bryan appear across the city and nearby towns. Reporters note a whirlwind schedule from Yonkers to Troy with stops in Brooklyn Jersey City and beyond as the rivals press for support late into the night.
Market prices from Oct. 27 cover cattle hogs and calf values, with quotes for Western cattle, feeders, cows, and heifers. Also shown are grain and dairy figures, including corn, barley, and butter, plus statewide listings from Janesville and related farm commodities.
Today’s leaders include N W Dunker Emma Malbon Calagy Tavid Tnurtpets Woun Fusster Mars Turert Hoc Kept. Contested figures Mits Chas Killer C B Brookslaus Mr Wamblet noted. contest article on page three.
John 2 Long, former Secretary of Navy under McKinley, receives birthday congratulations. Fragmentary notes mention October 27 in Wowton and a naval career, with references to Long’s cabinet service and roles in Massachusetts and Congress.
The National Council of Women of Canada convenes in Ottawa under President Lady Edgar. Delegates from across the country gather to discuss war related matters and other key topics during the four day session.
A fragmented report states John A W Kern declared before a local audience that he faced charges of a hundred thousand dollars in campaign funds. Secretary of State Shmkandi Ahde is cited as involved in the inquiry.
In New York and Delaware the judge dismissed the conspiracy count against Charley W. Morse and Alfred T. L. Carey, leaving them to face only charges of violating the national linking laws.
An unclear report describes a night rider confession connected to a disturbance at Tafoot Lake near Towson. The fragmentary text mentions questioning by authorities and a generation involved in a troubling incident last night.
A large crowd gathered for the unveiling ceremony at Day Park in Indianapolis. Speakers including Thon Joba A Conta and Governor Tate Wy praised Harrison’s presidency while a troop honor guard and veterans observed the event. The monument features a detailed bas relief and a solemn inscription recalling Harrison’s service and death.
An early notice describes a county board gathering on November 10. It notes the old board extending operations until the new one is elected and outlines preparations for the upcoming successor body and its committee activities.
Twelve thousand members of the International Union of Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers attended the opening of the Vernal convention in Pennsylvania. Delegates from across the union gathered as the convention discussed new standards, lines of policy, and collaboration with the American Federation of Labor to advance the organization’s goals.
District Convention of the union opened in the Smoky Gilly today. About 40,000 coal miners are affected as delegates discuss working conditions and potential remedies. The gathering reflects heightened concern over pay and safety, with plans to address unemployment and wage disputes.
Federated Clubs of Pennsylvania open annual meeting in Pittsburg Indiana Federation hosts over five hundred delegates and visitors. Speakers include Mrs. Mewar Witte state president and Mina Lada Adams, with focus on civic reform, libraries, and women’s work in Europe.
A garbled obituary-like recount traces Theodore Roosevelts life from early fame to the White House. It notes his fifty first to fifty sixth birthdays, public service in New York and national roles, and key events including the Spanish American War era, Navy Secretary tenure, and leading up to his presidential campaigns and policies. The passage emphasizes his impact on New York politics their Republican influence and national leadership as well as Cuban reciprocity debates.
In a jail scene at night in Neuron, Mrs Karmina of De Lankhuret and her daughter Mis Chirfetahel Malemeter are accused of a political act tied to the water protests. They refused morning court, surrendered in the evening, and are heralded as martyrs by many suffragists. The case ties to the Pankharat faction and leaders in an uprising, with mention of Mine Cheiatuhel Icharvali, a law bachelor, who champions equal rights for women.
Fragmentary OCR text reports a zeppelin journey with references to companions and cargo. Details are unclear but indicate a successful trip and mentions of names and places that are partially readable.
A morning blaze in East St Louis tore through and damaged numerous yards, injuring a few and prompting firefighting efforts. Authorities reported extensive damage across industrial and nearby facilities as crews battled the flames and assessed the scene.
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