Denver convention rails at unity as Bryan force grows
Denver July 7 The Democratic national convention opens amid Bryan sentiment. Keynote by Theodore Bell followed by adjournment in memory of Grover Cleveland. Subcommittee works on platform with telephonic approval from Bryan in Lincoln. Inflation of injunctions plank discussed, aiming at limited temporary writs pending hearings.
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Bryan Forces Lift Vote for Nomination in Rally of States
A Democratic convention watch notes Bryan’s growing strength as delegations from New York and Pennsylvania shape the race. Guffey leads Pennsylvania against Bryans rivals while New York's silent strategy stalls opposition, leaving Bryan on the path to a two thirds majority with overwhelming allied support despite scattered anti Bryan votes.
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Democratic Standard
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Maine
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Murphy
Johnson and Gray
Bell Has Strenuous Day At Denver Convention
Lincoln July 7 Theodore A Bell temporary chairman of the Denver Democratic convention faced a comic reception and a flood-wrecked journey as trains failed and a special train was provided by Melcher to reach the scene. W J Bryan watched the drama unfold while Taft played golf with Kellogg at Hot Springs after breakfast.
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W. J. Bryan
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Salt Creek
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Melcher
Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad
Taft
Hot Springs
Frank B. Kellogg
Flood Rains Paralyze Lincoln Nebraska Rail Service
Lincoln reports seven dead as five inch rainfall floods city. rescue efforts save livestock, but many residents lose homes and gas and electric services fail. trains halted and newspapers struggle for gas as floodwaters recede slowly and recovery begins.
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Burlington
Union Pacific
Missouri Pacific
Lincoln
Pecks Grove
Linotype Marines
Gary Optimistic on Steel Business Conditions in Europe
New York July reports H. E. Gary chairman of United States Steel sailed for Europe and gave an optimistic outlook. He stated that from the U S Steel perspective the iron and steel business has been better in the last two weeks than at any time since the depression last October.
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Death by Hypnotism Mystery Stirs Chicago Doctors
In Chicago on July 7 Johny Nerizaied died after hours of agony amid hallucinations and suspected self hypnosis blamed on worry from Fourth of July noise. Doctors found no poison. Attendants at Alexian Brothers hospital anticipate an inquest with physicians and analysts seeking cause.
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Neriza
Fourth of July disaster toll and injuries rise in Chicago
The Tribune reports seventy four dead and 2786 injured from Fourth of July celebrations, a record toll since 1899. The tally may grow with tetanus cases in weeks ahead. Deaths exceed last year by thirteen. injuries run below the five year average. Fire losses total 583,453 dollars, near the ten year average.
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the Tribune
United States
Threatening Letter Found To Target Doctor In Council Bluffs
A supposed demand for 4000 with a threat to harm Dr Don all Macrea was sent to Council Bluffs. The letter, in illegible handwriting, led to police involvement. a dummy package was placed and watched, but no assailant appeared, suggesting a grim joke. Funeral Held For Rev Father Smith In Sioux City
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Donall Macrea, Jr
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P. J. Carrigan
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St. Joseph’s Cemetery
Atlantic Fleet Battleships Sail From San Francisco
The sixteen battleships of the Atlantic fleet led by flagship Connecticut under Rear Admiral Sperry left the Golden Gate today on a voyage home across three oceans. The fleet will stop at Honolulu for a week starting July 16 before heading to the antipodes, with entertainments arranged in Auckland Sydney and Melbourne. Expect arrival at Hampton Roads late February 1909 for a Roosevelt review.
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Peary Begins His Journey to North Pole
Commander Peary sails the Roosevelt from East Twenty-fourth Street with minimal supplies for the polar expedition. He notes over 4000 dollars still needed to cover the least amount required for a new attempt to reach the pole, expressing cautious optimism and reliance on Arctic conditions and possible wild game for food.
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New York
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Arctic
Ruef Released on Bail in Largest California Bond
Abraham Ruef was freed from the county jail after posting bonds totaling 1,560,000 the largest in a California criminal case. The bail covers 78 indictments accusing Ruef of bribery related to giving franchises to public corporations. Sureties include Ruef's father and sister. Ruef’s real estate, valued at about 1,095,856, was transferred to relatives.
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San Francisco
Abraham Ruef
Oliver Grand Jury
Ruef
Board of Supervisors
Murasky
Geis Placed Under Arrest in Wilson Murder Case
Philadelphia man Frederick Geis Jr detained after officers say he fits the description of the suspect in the murder of Dr. William H. Wilson. Police expect another arrest, possibly a doctor, as the investigation continues. Meanwhile New York’s ASPCA reports 77 607 dogs and cats destroyed this year to curb homelessness. Washington notes John A. Benson of San Francisco to be tried next fall for bribery connected with western land cases.
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William H. Wilson
Frederick Geis, Jr
Grennan
Geis
Taylor
New York
American Society For the Prevention of Cruelty
New York City
Benson
Washington
United States
Baker
Pugh
John A. Benson
San Francisco
Western Land
Guyot Wins Grand Prix in Dieppe France
Guyot drives a two cylinder eighteen horsepower car to win the Grand Prix des Voiturettes in Dieppe France. His time is 45 minutes 30 seconds at an average speed of 0.5 kilometers per hour. Naudin in a Mone cylinder car places second with 5 minutes 52 seconds 08.
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Dieppe
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Naudin
Train Derails Near Winfield No Serious Injuries Reported
Westbound Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe passenger train No 1 left the rails at Sea ley seven miles north of Winfield while traveling sixty miles an hour. The locomotive and four coaches overturned but no one was seriously hurt. London registry notice says Prince Helie de Sagan will wed Mme Anna Gould likely tomorrow.
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Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe
Sealey
Registry Office
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London
Prince Helie de Sagan
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Anna Gould
Chicago Grain and Provisions Market Advances on Wheat
Rain in Nebraska and higher European wheat prices push Chicago wheat higher with mixed gains in corn oats and provisions. Cash prices show No. 2 hard wheat at 90 to 94 cents, No. 2 corn at 74 cents, oats around 49 cents, and pork lard and ribs up. South Omaha and Chicago live stock receipts rise with cattle, hogs, and sheep selling higher. prices for steers, cows, calves, and hogs advance amid active markets.
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Nebraska
South Omaha
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