Bryan’s National Prospects Questioned by St. Paul Pioneer Press
The St. Paul Pioneer Press analyzes Bryan’s electoral chances in 1908. It estimates Bryan could win around 180 electoral votes at best, with Missouri and Nebraska counted for the Democrat and caution about Tennessee possibly breaking the Solid South, while Taft’s strength grows as voters study his record.
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St. Paul
Bryan
Dhe
Taft
Missouri
Kentucky
Roosevelt
Watterson
Parker
Hughes
Nebraska
Tennessee
Cleveland
Dan
Denver
Taft greeted by Yale students with Hello MBA
The piece notes Secretary Taft and future president being welcomed with informal salutation Hello MBA at a Yale visit. It contrasts public familiarity with leaders in the US and England, suggesting American rulers endure closer, casual audience reactions.
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Taft
Teddy
Yale College
England
Edwarde
Roosevelt and Taft Reach Democratic Greeting
The speech notes that Roosevelt and Taft share common origins and struggles, having risen from humble beginnings to national leadership. It emphasizes the people's freedom to speak openly to their rulers while expressing affection and admiration that undercuts any notion of disrespect.
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Roosevelt
Taft
United States
Death of Congressman Parker of Deadwood
Congressman Parker of Deadwood dies at home after three weeks illness aged 71. He moved to Deadwood in 1877 from Colorado and served in the civil war 1861 1866. Parker held roles in the 1885 constitutional convention and territorial councils, was elected to Congress in 1906 and served 1907 1909. his death leaves BE. W. Martin as the successor for South Dakota starting December.
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Congressman Parker
Deadwood
Colorado
Territorial Council
Col
Parker
Congress
South Dakota
BE. W. Martin
Public Confidence in Bryan Doubted as Election Nears
An editorial argues in Springfield Mass that Bryan lacks broad public confidence as the Democratic nomination nears. It notes concerns about radicalism and the lengthy, persuasive style of his campaign leadership compared to Roosevelt.
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Denver
Springfield
Mass
Bryan
Roosevelt
L Wrgan
Roosevelt Delivers Silent Tribute At Cleveland Funeral
A Cincinnati report recalls an unobserved incident at Grover Cleveland's funeral. President Roosevelt gathered former Cleveland cabinet members behind closed doors and delivered a magnificent tribute to the late president. The service itself offered no formal or public tribute.
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Cincinnati
Grover Cleveland
Harmon
Cleveland
Roosevelt
Bryan Seeks Talks With Sullivan as They Head Toward Denver
William Jennings Bryan considers Roger Sullivan a potential running mate as Sullivan’s party travels by five autos toward Denver. Bryan earlier condemned Sullivan for corporate ties in Illinois politics, a clash that ended with Sullivan retaining his state central committee post.
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William Jennings Bryan
Roger Sullivan
Sullivan
Denver
Lincoln
Mr.Bryan
Shides
Bryan
Illinois
State Central Committee
Democratic Party
Illnois
Mr. Sullivan
Briyan
Illinois Leader Opens Door to Sullivan Support
A political figure signals readiness to back Sullivan if the Illinois democracy backs him, accepting Sullivan on any terms after considering past remarks. The move shifts intra party dynamics as allies weigh loyalty and strategic gains.
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Illinois Democracy
Sullivan
Jealous of Our Fleet Swaying British and Australasian Markets
An article notes Britain’s irritation at Australia’s lavish welcome for sixteen American battleships and predicts a broader commercial rivalry. It cites Australia and colonies boosting trade ties with the United States as Britain plans a world fleet tour to counter expected American influence.
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Old
England
Australia
Autralia
Eack
Hagland
United States
Australasia
Germany
France
Attractions secured for Mitchell corn palace week
President Smith and H R Kibbee return from Chicago with contracts for a week of vaudeville acts and two bands. Thavin's 40 piece concert band and the Philharmonic orchestra of 25 pieces will headline along with nine vaudeville stunts led by Henri French the Laurent Trio and the Araki troupe. The corn palace season runs September 28 to October 3 with street shows and interior acts promised to draw crowds in Mitchell.
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Chicago
Smith
H. R. Kibbee
Corn Palace Committee
Corn Palace
Thavin
Philharmonic Orchestra
East
Forrest Park
White City
Cleveland
Ohio
Cincinnati
Dubuque
Iowa
Louisville
Henri French
Laurent
Mitchell
Cosses
Best of all medicines Eletric Bitters praised by citizen
C M Harden of Silver City North Carolina says Electric Bitters do all claimed for stomach liver and kidney troubles. He calls it excellent for weakness lame back chills and malaria. Sold under guarantee at Diehl Brown's drug store 50c.
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C. M. Harden
Silver City
North Carolina
Mr. Harden
Diehl & Brown
Funeral for Miss Inez Wells Draws Large City Crowd
Services held at the Baptist church honor Inez Maude Wells born June 5 1891 in Mitchell died June 25 1908 after a three month illness. Rev E M Jeffers conducted the ceremony with music. interment at Graceland cemetery. Honorary pallbearers were Misses Florence Bras May McGrath Inez Creighton Marie Johnston Lucille Johnston Jewel Rockwell. Active pallbearers included Robert Devi Burl Wallace William White Chas Bender Cuthbert Smith Ray Woodman. She was daughter of Mr and Mrs Warren Wells and a bright high school student active in the Young Women's Christian Association and the Glee club.
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E. M. Jeffers
Graceland Cemetery
Florence Bras
May McGrath
Inez Creighton
Marie Johnston
Lucille Johnston
Jewel Rockwell
Robert Devy
Burl Wallace
William White
Chas Bender
Cuthbert Smith
Ray Woodman
Inez Maude Wells
Warren Wells
Mitchell
Matinee Races At Driving Park Despite Weather
About 400 spectators viewed Friday afternoon matinee races at the driving park. Goldhagen won the free for all with Ray mond ahead of Jebsen, time 1:13 for the half mile. Earline won the 2:40 trot, Daisy M won the 2:20 pace, Linsey led the pony race, and Wheeler Eddy drove Ford cars to a 2:18 mile in the automobile race.
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Driving Park
Goldhagen
Raymond
Jebsen
Earline
Hans Fewel
Daisy M
Billy Boy
Sam Scratch
Linsey
Warren
Hansel
Wheeler
Eddy
No More Room for Old Furniture Finds Cash Buyer
Local notices invite sellers with surplus home or office furniture to connect with buyers. Advertisers promise quick cash for usable items and emphasize a brisk sale through timely postings.
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the Mitchell Printing CO
C. W. Downey
Official
Thaviu
Mitchell South Dak
Dewitt
Inez Wells
the Baptist Church
D. G. Cox
Alexandria
J. Newton Withey
Truman
Young Womens’ Christian Association
Glee Club
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