Ex President Cleveland Dead at 71 in New Jersey Spa
Former U S president Grover Cleveland died suddenly at a New Jersey spa due to heart failure. He was seventy one on March 18 and had recently stayed at Lakewood and a summer home in Temworth New Hampshire. Mrs Cleveland and his children were informed of the death as doctors treated him in the Lakewood hotel.
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Announcement Reveals Cleveland's Illness Turns Critical
Inquiries about the visit prompted reassurance, and it was only after the death announcement that it became public that Mr. Cleveland's illness had again reached a critical phase.
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Lynchings in Houston After Racial Clashes
Nine Black residents were fatally hurt in Houston near Hemphill and Sabine on June 23 after a clash that followed an incident in which two white men were attacked by Black people. Authorities say both sides have arms and the situation may escalate.
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Philippine assembly backs immediate independence claim
The Philippine assembly, by 57 to 15, declared independence the Filipino aspiration and readiness for immediate independence. Speaker Osmena noted the people’s will and actions showing capability to govern, while Progressist leaders sought a separate vote, arguing the time was not yet ripe.
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Rebellion in Padang Threatens West Sumatra Dutch Settlements
A Sumatra uprising led by fanatical priests has spread across Padang with 30 European settlements at risk. Only 2,400 Dutch troops defend the area as three battles cause heavy losses. women and children are being evacuated to safety due to tax regulation-driven unrest.
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Cholera Outbreak Rises at Camp Gregg Philippines
Cholera spreads among troops at Camp Gregg in Manila with three scouts and a civilian dead and quarantine in place. Lieutenants Jones and Muldoon ill as Pangasinan cases soar with ninety three new infections and sixty fatalities in twenty four hours. The collier Caesar arrives with submarines for the station.
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Verdict in land case jury convicts two acquits two
Four Western men faced a federal land fraud trial over alleged conspiracy to defraud the government in the Far West. John A. Benson and Henry P. Dimond were acquitted on all counts and released. Frederick A. Hyde and Joost H. Schneider were convicted on most counts and remain under bail as the case concludes.
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Taft Nominated Amid Roosevelts Demonstrations
Burrows opens with a keynote praising Taft and a platform opposing injunctions. On June 18 in Chicago the first ballot produced Taft with 700 votes, far above the needed total. The roll list shows Knox Cannon Fairbanks La Follette Foraker Roosevelt and others, with a unanimous nomination after eight hours of platform adoption and nominating speeches. A long Taft demonstrational cheer followed and then a second eruption honored Theodore Roosevelt lasting thirty minutes.
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Cap Capitol Building Progress and Nearing Completion
A report on the South Dakota capitol project notes a 1910 completion target for the new capitol at Pierre after a 1906 vote. It describes the 300 by 160 foot main structure with wings, stone types, and dome height, plus plans for legislative offices and the supreme court building in time for the 1910 session.
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Old World Wanderings in Zurich and Paris Auto Scene
A travel note from Zurich to Paris in June 1906 describes Paris in spring verdure and the surge of automobiles in 1906, noting fearless chaffeurs, rare accidents, and the abundance of taximeters and brake systems amid bustling streets. The writer observes Rue de Rivoli traffic volumes and compares French car technology to other locales.
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Sherman Selected as Taft Running Mate at 1908 Convention
Chicago reports Congressman James S. Sherman of New York chosen as vice presidential candidate for Secretary Taft. Final session of the Republican National Convention lasted under two hours. Committees to notify the candidates named Senator William Warner to head the Taft delegation and Senator J. C. Burrows to notify Mr. Sherman.
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Saw Mills Rise Along Cheyenne River South Dakota
The Milwaukee Road extension to the Black Hills opens a lumber industry along the Cheyenne river. Cottonwood forests grew large and several saw mills now operate actively. Rail access permits shipment nearby and expansion of timber building projects along the river.
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Net Result of June Primaries
Official returns certified by county auditors show vote tallies for candidates. Key figures include United States Senator Coe I Crawford and A B Seesewa, Governor R S Vessey and John L Browne, Secretary of State Samuel C Polley, State Auditor John Hinning, State Treasurer C Johnson, and several county officials. The Progressives secure 2 senators and 66 of 149 trustees.
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Burke and Martin Win in South Dakota Nomination
Complete returns from most counties show Charles H. Burke and Eben W. Martin, both Stalwarts and former congressmen, nominated for Congress. Martin holds a lead of about 300 to 487 votes with Brule Gregory and Sully still uncounted, while insurgents fear counting errors may still alter the result. The Stalwarts celebrate a split patronage victory as federal appointments may be divided.
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Mitchell Power Purchases Land for New Gas and Electric Plant
The Mitchell Power company bought three acres just outside the residence district in the town’s eastern part for a new gas and electric light plant. Construction work will begin within a few weeks.
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Infant dies in unfinished well accident at Armour
The two year old son of Mr and Mrs Wi Hall of Armour died in a drowning accident in an unfinished well. Heavy rains delayed completion of the well leaving an open hazard at their home.
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