Rainey Weather Halts Roosevelt in Philadelphia Primaries
Disagreeable weather dampened voting in Eastern Pennsylvania as Taft supporters hoped rain would reduce Roosevelt turnout. Roosevelt managers pushed to delay entry, while large expected participation aimed at selecting national and state delegates, with Senator Penrose predicting a Taft sweep and Roosevelt teams disputing that claim.
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Politicians, republics and third-term talk swirl in papers
A mosaic of editorial quips and political shifts from Virginia city papers. Mentions of Roosevelt, Taft, Illinois, and plans for Congress amid debates on the Monroe Doctrine, with notes on Montague challenging Lamb in Richmond’s third district and local reactions to Republican and Democratic stances.
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Montague Candidate for Congress In Metropolitan District
Ex Governor Montague yields to pressure from Democratic leaders to run for Congress in the Richmond Metropolitan district. If elected, he would join the body as a peer of its members. Mississippi convicts are aiding levee defense, risking life. a life term murderer who battled a fire with a burned hand earned pardon yet remains a bloodthirsty wretch. The Roanoke Times reflects on mercy amid punishment.
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Gould Party Stranded On Sand Bar Off Tampa Bay
Special report from Tampa says Howard Gould and three companions aboard the Niagara spent the night in a small launch after striking a sand bar fourteen miles below Tampa. A swift outgoing tide and wind prevented refloating. they reached St Petersburg by launch and stayed safe. Dr William Roulett treated Gould for a severe cold and fever.
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Furniture Company Assigns in Virginia
The Consolidated Furniture Company of Alta Vista has assigned for the benefit of creditors to trustees G. E. Caskie, W. H. Fould and A. B. Percy. The assignment makes no preferred creditors. Liabilities exceed $50,000 though a definite statement cannot yet be given. Assets are not expected to pay the debts.
Taft to Lead One Third NC Delegation at Chicago RNC
Charlotte report says President Taft will command one third of North Carolina’s delegation at the Chicago National Convention while two thirds are slated for Col. Roosevelt per the state Republican chairman’s ruling.
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Pointed Paragraphs Of Wit From The Chicago News
A compilation of wry lines on avarice love and honesty noting how rings, spirits, and witnesses play into social mores. It surveys marriage, aging, and gender with sharp humor about human folly and perception in court and domestic life.
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Chicago News
Turkey rejects Russian mediation offer in Turkish Italian war
London reports Turkey has declined Russia mediation in an effort to end the Turco Italian war. No further details on talks or terms are provided.
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Postmaster Removed at South Richmond Office
Washington orders have removed the postmaster of South Richmond. Edgar Allan of Richmond declined to discuss the report, directing inquiries to Mr. Smith who was unavailable. H Purdy, assistant postmaster, is in charge today as officials in Washington say they know nothing of charges or removal.
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Mexican Rebels Tie Up Traffic
Desperate rebels derail trains on the Pacific coast of Mexico causing near paralysis of traffic. A State Department dispatch notes an April 10 northbound attack near Guayamas resulting in one dead and two wounded, and an April 11 southbound wreck at the same location killing two and injuring several. Rail service south of San Blas is halted as federal troops reportedly retake Jojutla. Zapatists reportedly executed after a decisive victory.
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Worcester Citizens Gather at Depot as Roosevelt Declines Talk
Worcester Massachusetts crowds of 1000 to 1500 gathered at Union Station to greet Colonel Theodore Roosevelt arriving from Springfield in the private car Constitution before his invasion of New Hampshire. He appeared briefly on the platform and cited a strenuous night, thanking the ovation and declining further remarks before resuming travel to Nashua.
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Norfolk to Baltimore Wireless Railway Schedule
Daily service including Sunday leaves Norfolk at 6 15 P M Old Point Comfort at 7 15 P M and arrives in Baltimore at 7 00 A M the following morning Through tickets are on sale from all Old Dominion Line landings in Gloucester and Mathews Counties to Baltimore via Old Point and Chesapeake Line Fare 3 35.
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First Twelve Speeches Highlight New Hampshire Day
A brief item notes the first twelve speeches occurring in New Hampshire as the day unfolds. Identity of speakers is not specified in the fragment.
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Fire in Omaha Business District Causes 300000 Loss
A fire today in Omaha Nebraska swept through a six story building at the corner of Sixteenth and Farnam Streets, burning for two hours before crews fought it down. The loss is estimated at 300000 with damage concentrated in the business district. Fire officials described the blaze as extensive but were not reporting any casualties.
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