Notification Day Sparks Bipartisan Nominational Enthusiasm
In Lincoln Nebraska on August 12 delegates from across states gathered to notify William Jennings Bryan of his nomination. The program included a sunrise breakfast conference, a parade from the Lincoln Hotel to the state pecan grounds, official notification at 4 p.m., and a dinner at Fairview with Bryan and committee members. Weather was overcast but spirits remained high.
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Bryan Named Democratic Nominee for President in 1908
The article reports W J Bryan being officially notified as the Democratic presidential nominee. It notes his adoption speech on the theme Shall the people rule and contrasts the Republican party’s alleged abuses. Lincoln Nebraska hosts a united scene as Bryan is celebrated by supporters across many states.
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Mississippi
Bryan Throws Gauntlet Down in Acceptance Speech
William Jennings Bryan delivered a formal acceptance speech at the state capital grounds in Lincoln Nebraska stating the Republican platform dodges reform and his criticism that the party cannot enact real reforms. The Democratic candidate labeled the platform disappointing and warned of insufficient reforms from the GOP.
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Lincoln
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William Jennings Bryan
Democratic Nomination Acceptance Declares Platform Bindings
The speaker accepts the Democratic nomination, endorsing the platform in full and asserting it binds the candidate to its terms even as it omits or implies further reforms. He contrasts Democratic ideals with Republican claims, defending the platform’s relevance and urging adherence to its provisions.
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Dawned Lad Was Heystek's Partner
J P Heystek, known wallpaper man, read a Bridgeport Wis dispatch in The Tribune about Victor Clark 25 of National Ia drowned at Wrights Ferry near Mc Gregor. Clark's partner Schultz and two women nearly saved him. Clark believed drowned in a whirlpool while swimming. Clark and Heystek had sold Hundertmark wagon coupler for La Crosse Can Co. Clark had been on the road with the firm until recently.
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Robert Schultz
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Pretender Wins Important Battle Near Marrakesh
Mulai Hafid forces deal a staggering blow to Sul tan Abdul Aziz army near Marrakesh. Messages from Tangier report thousands killed on both sides and the sultan's army in utter rout as Mulai Hafid advances to crush the remaining resistance.
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Ex Senator Mills of Texas Near Death
Ex Senator Roger Quarles Mills famed Texas oil king lies in serious condition at Johns Hopkins Hospital Baltimore. He suffers intestinal trouble and will undergo surgery by Dr Hugh Young. Mills left Corsicana Texas with his son two weeks ago after a period of illness and limited western treatment.
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Caesarean saves mother after midwife shooting infant scare
St Louis report details Anne Horvath 24 who shot herself in the abdomen during a personal crisis. Doctors performed a Caesarean to save the unborn baby. both mother and child were said to be recovering though in serious condition. The bullet narrowly missed the fetus by less than an inch during the self inflicted wound.
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Demand Surrender of Sultan's Gold in Constantinople
A committee of young Turks pressed the sultan to surrender half of his private fortune to fund Turkey's rehabilitation. The sultan refused but offered to secure a larger loan with his property. If the loan cannot be arranged, the demand would be renewed.
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Hawley to Pitch Opening Game as Fond du Lac Seeks 11th Victory
Pink Hawley takes the mound today to lead Fond du Lac into their eleventh straight win. Eberle to start tomorrow while Jones and Flynn stay for the Green Bay opener. Bond recovering from yesterday’s ailment may rejoin during the Green Bay series.
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Luther League Holds State Convention Delegates Elected
La Crosse led the largest delegation to the Luther League state convention held in Milwaukee. Officers for the coming year were elected including Rev. Eckert of Racine as president and Otto Dahle of Mount Horeb as general secretary. Oshkosh won the next convention site. The St Johns Luther League of Oshkosh joined, bringing total membership to about 500.
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Stoughton
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Racine
Ruprecht
Otto Dahle
Mount Horeb
George Rappo
Jennie Outmans
Joseph A. Bjornstad
Chicago
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THAW ADJUDGED BANKRUPT IN PITTSBURG
Pittsburg August 12 Harry Thaw was today adjudged bankrupt by Referee Blair. No date was fixed for the first creditors meeting.
Insurance firms to cover Elk Valley fire losses
Fire insurance adjusters decide the Elk Valley forest fires losses totaling 3,500,000 must be paid by insurers. About half of the sum will fall to United States Pacific coast companies. Montreal and Toronto advance funds to restart business across the devastated district.
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Pacific Coast
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Toronto
Ex Mrs Duke Found Guilty in Fifty Dollar Check Swindle
Mrs Alice Webb Duke divorced wife of Brodie L Duke millionaire tobacco king was found guilty of swindling the Great Northern hotel with a worthless fifty dollar check. She nearly fainted when the verdict was read and she has until Friday to file a motion for a new trial.
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Chicago
Alice Webb Duke
Brodie L. Duke
Great Northern
Grocers Picnic at Dakota Park Draws Record Crowd
At Dakota Park Minnesota on August 12 the grocers picnic drew about 1,400 people, with 1,000 aboard the Rutledge and barge. The day featured races and contests for grocers and families, committees praised for flawless planning, and a second steamer trip to boost attendance.
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Weather Summary for Wisconsin Minnesota and Iowa
La Crosse reports 58 cool, 77 warmest in nation with 0.08 inch rain. Wichita hits 98. River forecast falls over 36 hours. La Crosse stage 4.9 feet, down 0.2. Prairie du Chien 6.4 feet stationary. Generally fair and cooler tonight and Thursday across Wisconsin Minnesota Iowa.
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