Johnson Triumphs as California Primary Shifts Against Machine
In the first direct California primary, Hiram Johnson, a progressive insurgent, leads in governor votes with about 70,000 to Curry 45,000 and Anderson 25,000. Insurgent gains are seen for three congressional seats, while Anderson's machine-backed bid falters amid Southern Pacific influence. Democrats nominate Theodore Bell, forcing Republicans to choose between reform and Bell. Johnson receives congratulatory messages from rivals including Governor Gillette and Meiser.
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Ban on Soothing Syrups Targets Infant Sedatives
Philadelphia reporters note local druggists have agreed to discontinue selling soothing syrups and narcotic preparations intended to quiet infants. The move aims to curb dangerous dosing and provide safer child care options.
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Pioneer of 1% Mr. Radio Undergoes Surgery
At eighty four years old, Mr. Radio, a pioneer freighter and one of Eastern Oregon’s oldest men, was operated on yesterday at Hot Lake. He endured the procedure with noted stamina and is reported as improving today.
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Fifty Years Ago at Hot Lake Sanatorium Shocks Pendleton
A man once a Hot Lake freighter recalls washing at the sanatorium and hot water laundry. He collapsed yesterday morning and underwent immediate surgery, which saved his life. Mrs Rudlo and her husband are noted as parents of Mrs Walter M Pierce, with several children in Washington state. The family winters in California and summers in Pendleton and La Grande.
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Roosevelt Delays Comment on California Insurgent Victory
Oyster Bay August 17 President Roosevelt read news of insurgent victory in California with interest but declined to comment for publication.
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Brady Predicts Hard Fight Between Eastern and Western Fair
Governor James Brady departs for Salt Lake tonight to attend the conservation congress of Western governors. He and Senator Borah will later attend the St. Paul conservation congress for Idaho. Brady says he supports conservation but opposes the current administration's system and asks Easterners to back a new liberal policy.
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Negro Business League Meets in New York
The eleventh annual National Negro Business League gathering opens at hotels on 85th Street in Manhattan. Dr. Booker T. Washington presides as Col Roosevelt and Oswald Villard speak. bankers and industrialists showcase growth, with a weekend schedule including a Grand Central Palace banquet and a steamer excursion.
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Brilliant cross country air race thrills Paris crowd
Alfred Leblang won the Lematin prize after a 19 mile cross country flight lasting 11 hours 58 minutes. Aubin finished second in 15 hours 25 minutes as crowds cheered the aviators near the Eiffel Tower with War Minister Brune and General Dalstern leading the victory parade amid honors for Leblanc. Wayman failed to finish.
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President Montt Dies After Shocking New York Shooting
Bremen reports President Montt of Chill died in Bremen from heart failure after the shooting of Mayor Gaynor in New York. Vice president Hernandez acts as president pending a special election. Montt and Mrs. Montt were traveling to Europe when the incident occurred. Mrs. Montt aided the mayor’s wound with cloth strips from her gown.
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Hoover Family Reunion in Philadelphia Gathers Hoovers
The Hoovers, a large Pennsylvania family, held their annual reunion at Chestnut Hill Park with Judge Hiram C. Hoover presiding as president since organization. The gathering marks the first since the death of Grandma Hoover, bringing a solemn note to the event.
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Colored Nurses Convene in Philadelphia for Three Day Convention
The National Association of Colored Graduate Nurses meets in Philadelphia for three days. Delegates, described as an intelligent body of colored women, discuss betterment of the chosen work. Hundreds of colored girls study scientific nursing with intent to care for their race.
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Omaha Mayor Wins Primary in Nebraska Contest
Omaha Mayor Cashman defeats Shallenberger in Democratic primary while Republicans back Aldrich for governor over Cady. Burkett endorsed over Whelden. Hitchcock over Metcalfe by Democrats. Wilki Hayward wins GOP nomination for Fifth District congress with large support.
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English Channel Crossed by Flight From Paris to London
John Mershant landed at Tillmanstone this afternoon after crossing the English Channel from Paris to London. He was chilled by the upper air and needed assistance to reach safety. He started at Callas at seven in the morning but faced gale forcing a landfall on French soil. Latham began with Mersaint but quit the flight due to his mother's pleas.
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Mayor Gaynor Neared Recovery After Shooter Incident
Hoboken Aug 17 This update reports Mayor Gaynor’s improving condition after being shot aboard a steamer a week ago He ate solid food slept well and shows no fever Surgeons plan an operation to remove a roof of mouth bullet if stabilize further The case will proceed with arraignment on the murder intent charge once his life is certain to be saved
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Government Helps Medford Forest Fire Fight
Forest fires south of Medford Oregon are battled by fifty men. The blaze has consumed two square miles and caused about ten thousand dollars in losses to private milling properties. The fire began Saturday from a camp fire and the government is assisting the local fighters.
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International Sonder Race off Marblehead for Taft Draper Cups
Aug 17 Boston reports an international sonder class yacht race off Marblehead. Three Spanish challengers from the Federation of Spanish Yacht Clubs—Papaose Mosquito U1 and Chan ta—face six American boats selected by the Eastern Yacht Club. The contest marks a return match after 1907.
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Niagara Proviners Association Considers Centennial Ridge Road
The Niagara Pioneers Association opened its annual meeting in Niagara Falls New York with a key topic the centennial celebration of Ridge Road’s 1913 opening.
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Naval Academy to Hold Intercollegiate Track Meet
Annapolis Md Aug 17 The United States Naval Academy will host a meet of the field and track squad today with all four divisions competing An intercollegiate track and field program will proceed except for the two mile event The squad will begin practice anew next month Lieutenant F D Berrien head coach will return from leave to supervise the squad Gilchrist former Missouri end with noted goal line skill is the key football material in the new class
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Valuable horse sold for eight hundred dollars
Garrit Blackland paid N Ko West eight hundred dollars for Kittle Wealth, a well known horse West owned. The sale was completed today, giving Brookland ownership of one of Union county’s most stylish animals.
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Ant Rer Scandal Brews Nix Browne Venire Sixth of Hundred
Chicago August 17 six hundred man venire summoned in Browne case. More than half report approaches by Browne to influence jurors directly or indirectly. Six syther efforts alleged. State Attorney Waymart to urge ex grand jury to probe to bottom and indict guilty men.
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Red Calico Parade Marks Reunion Day
A 1876 reunion proceeds with a Red Shirt campaign flavor as visitors ride in on mules and horses. The event features a public parade with participants wearing inexpensive red calico shirts to show unity and celebrate the historic gathering.
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Ban on Free Telegrams Takes Effect Across Major Lines
A new federal law bars free or half rate telegrams to most persons, allowing only officials, agents, and certain named classes to use franks. Western Union and Postal Telegraph Co will cancel complimentary franks now in use and reclaim them. Prominent individuals and several congressmen are reported to have lost telegraph franks under the act.
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City Mayor halts sparring event after ticket sales rise
New York authorities stopped a sparring exhibition last night after Mayor Mitchell declared no fighting in the city while in office. He questioned why $15,000 in tickets were sold, labeling the bout as a prize fight and preventing the show.
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