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Newspaper

Marion Weekly Star

Location

Marion, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jul 18, 1908

Page

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Indianapolis Honors Kern at Court House Rally

John W. Kern, newly nominated Democratic vice presidential candidate, drew about 5 000 to 6 000 people to Delaware Street and the courthouse yard in Indianapolis. Charles W. Fairbanks introduced Kern and spoke about 10 minutes, while Kern addressed the crowd for around 20 minutes amid enthusiastic applause from Republicans and Democrats alike.

Indianapolis John W. Ivern Denver Delaware street Kern Charles W. Fairbanks United States Fairbanks William Kern John W. Kern, Jr Maryland Mr. Kern Johnny Bookwalter John W. Kern Armousnuta

Herrick and Burton Vie for U S Senate in Ohio

Cleveland July 16 Congressmen Burton and Ex Governor Myron T Herrick both seek the United States Senate with strong backing from their camps after visits with Taft. Despite rumors Herrick has withdrawn supporters say he remains eager for Ohio legislature selection next January. Some chatter ties him to a possible cabinet post if the contest grows too heated.

Cleveland Burton United States Myron T. Herrick Ohio Taft Herrick treasury

Toledo Aeronaut Knabenshue Fails Long Flight Attempt

Roy Knabenshue attempted a Toledo to Cleveland airship flight, but rapid gas condensation, variable winds, and loss of buoyancy forced a mid day descent at Toledo station. Landing was safe with minor damage. He admitted discouragement and postponed the trip.

Toledo Roy Knahenshue Cleveland Knabenshue Knahenshue Knabenshne Mit Duessler

Taft Faces Choice Between Burton and Herrick in Ohio

Washington reports say Theodore Burton and Merrick Herrick may enter the race for Senator Foraker's seat. Taft could not choose between them and might withdraw his friends, aiding Foraker supporters who then back Taft. The old rivals push efforts through newspapers in Toledo Youngstown Dayton and Columbus.

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Passenger dies as White Mountain Express derails near Greenwich

The White Mountain Express smashed after derailing east of Greenwich Connecticut. Miss Margaret Armstrong of Philadelphia died and ten other passengers were injured as the heavy Pullmans plowed into a ditch at high speed. The remaining cars separated, with the forward four continuing about a quarter mile before halting.

White Mountain Greenwich Conn Margaret Armstrong Philadelphia Miss Armstrong

Fourteenth Time Brings the Result in Fire Case

In Tutland Virginia Islands on July 16 Anni Rosen a seventeen year old Polish girl confessed to burning her father's $30 000 store after attempts thirteen times She claimed her sweetheart Powell Turkot aided by obtaining $100 from rival John Pifko to ruin the business The trio is held on $2000 bail for the grand jury Police seek more proof of Pifko's complicity

Tutland, VI Anni Rosen Powell Turkot John Pifko Pifko Rosen girl Turkot

City solicitors await Miller opinion on compensation

Will Please Solicitors Columbus Ohio July 16 City solicitors where the mayor acts as police judge will be pleased with an opinion by Assistant Attorney General W T Miller that where the 60 Heitor serves in state cases the county commissioners may allow him compensation and determine what he shall receive. Another opinion by the same official is that adults of means must support their parents if destitute.

Columbus W. T. Miller

Olympic Games Begin In London At New Stadium

From 26 nations the world's top amateur athletes converge on London for the four year Olympic Games. A new stadium costing 200000 seats nearly 700000 spectators with 17000 under roof. About 8000 athletes entered. The American team draws the most attention led by honorary president Theodore Roosevelt. Marathon stands out as a key event, while notables include John R B Taylor and J A Garrella in track and field.

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Bryan’s Campaign Aims for Clean Business Approach

William J. Bryan, Democratic presidential candidate, invites several prominent Democratic business men to Lincoln or Chicago to advise on a campaign manager. He and running mate John W. Kern demand a clean, economical campaign and hope a business leader can guide operations. Bryan plans a major tour of the East to counter Hearst followers and strengthen key states.

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Local Candidate Speeches Focus on Yotes and Correspondence

The candidate plans a series of dramatic speeches aimed at areas where yotes are most needed. Early today the candidate worked on catching up on correspondence, a workload that continues to grow as the day progresses.

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Nose Prying Intruder Thrown From Theater

New York July 1. A wealthy man from the white light district poked his nose into Countess Rossi's dressing room at Hammerstein's theater. The star pulled his nose and ushers dragged him from the Broadway venue. He fled to a restaurant roof, then hid behind a curtain as the Countess screamed. Attendants dragged him out. the intruder was kicked into the street.

New York Tony

Roosevelt declines phonograph campaign speech with Bryan

Oyster Bay July 16 President Roosevelt will not speak for campaign purposes via phonograph or join a Bryan stunt. He will not need his photographer, as Kermit the president's son has become a skilled snapshot artist and will accompany him on Africa hunting trip. The plan to have an activist talking machine campaign is abandoned.

Oyster Bay Roosevelt Bryan Loch Africa Kermit

Suffragists Launch New Tactics in Coastal Campaigns

London reports reveal suffragettes unveil a fresh push to win votes for women. Bicycles carry suffragette standards as slogans like Vote for Women adorn seaside resorts and Moorland retreats. Large-scale demonstrations plan to canvass the empire with bells and banners, while the Women’s Liberal Federation of 90,000 members mobilizes summer events.

London Asquith England Women’s Liberal Federation National Union of Women's Suffrage societies sububs

Mystery of Girl’s Death Baffles New York Police

In New York on July 16 a drowning at a river wharf left an unidentified girl dead after screams were heard. Onlooker Thuan Gulter-Minim and John Ward risked their lives to help, with Gulter-Minim held on suspicion of knowing the victim’s identity. Gustenmian and Ward both jumped into the river. Ward was rescued, while the girl sank after a life saver released his grip.

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New Clues in Troy Murder Case Hint at Lover Link

In Troy New York July 16 investigators reopen Hazel Drew murder case noting a mysterious sweetheart who visited New York Providence and Boston. The finding of a purse clip and a missing shirtwaist plus a fresh look at two men and one woman in a car prompt new theory that the killer is a local resident. Detectors press Mrs Cary Minnie Taylor and the aunt for more insights as a $1000 reward fuels the search across the region.

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