Bryan and Taft electoral outlook in the 1912 context
Political observer Raymond surveys electoral votes, assigning Bryan 166 and Taft 219 with 98 doubtful, arguing New York and New Jersey hold decisive power. He questions Bryan’s strength in New York versus 1896 and 1900, and notes editorial dissent over party loyalty and Prohibition policy amid rising temperance pressure.
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New York Congressman Leake Bolts Bryan for Taft
Eugene W. Leake, a Democrat from New York's Sixth district, leaves Bryan to back Taft. In a letter to Taft he refuses the Democratic platform, urging conservative citizens to support strict law enforcement and equal justice, pledging his vote and campaign aid if needed.
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Denver
Labor editors in Des Moines launch new party drive
W C Roberts labor editor of the Chicago Examiner and R G Stewart of Cedar Rapids Labor Tribune recently in Des Moines rallying voters especially labor group members regarding a new political party distinct from existing ones. Charles A Walsh, ex Democrat leader, is secretary of the national committee and hustles its cause.
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Chicago Examiner
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Des Moines
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Iowa
Adages on Trust and Caution from a Proverb Collection
A series of maxims compare trust and wit with caution and restraint. Advice warns that denial worsens blame and that cringing yields gainful, while true friendship is rare and valuable. It stresses keeping tongue in check, testing companions, and gradual effort to build value and safety.
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Col Clark Suggested for Supreme Court Seat
The Cedar Rapids Republican notes broad approval in this region for Col. Clark as a successor to the late Judge Bishop. Des Moines backs Mr Carr but argues the state already has enough officers. The fifth district is short on vacancies yet Col. Clark’s preeminent qualifications stand out.
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Innocent in its Credulity Critique of Democracy
The Chicago Tribune reflects on democracy as eternally youthful and hopeful. It notes democracy preserves illusions, glosses hard facts with imagination, and portrays a unified, repaired party despite past feuds and injuries. The piece admires optimism while calling it innocent credulity.
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Gompers backs Bryan in 1908 battle despite party shifts
The Dubuque Times Journal reports President Gompers of the AFL supports Bryan, noting past wins for Bryan in 1896 and 1900 while Republicans kept labor votes. Gompers attended Chicago to pressure the convention and threaten to push for Democratic arrangements. He remains a Democrat, possibly preferring a class party, per Boston Herald. Women urged toward bargains over art and clubs.
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Towns reel from rash of local misdeeds and accidents
A roundup of varied incidents across the area includes drownings and near drowning in Dubuque and Mississippi sloughs, a fatal fall near Dyersville, arson attempts at Farley, a mob assault on a Davenport liquor offender, and a Davenport ex mayor's embezzlement pardon bid. Also noted are a balloon ascension in Olin, a saloon lawsuit in Dubuque, and post office salary increases for Manchester and surrounding towns.
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Elmer
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Cedar Rapida
Travelers plan vacations and court case noted
Judge and Mrs. D. McCarn plan a Boston vacation with Chicago stop to visit gun collector Bert McCarn and two grandsons. Mrs. I. Olligan and daughter Misa Mildred Milison depart for Detroit then London Canada visiting relatives, with Judge Miligan joining in London before New York City. Chris Hansen faced assault charges in Rome township. bound over to grand jury. State fair runs August 20 to 28 with concerts, acrobats, fireworks and a large hippodrome livestock show.
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Liquor Dealers Face New Injunction Suits in Dubuque County
New lawsuits have been filed against all Dubuque county liquor dealers seeking permanent injunctions for violations of the liquor law. The cases will go to trial at the October term of court.
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Nine Drownings Reported in Iowa Over Past Week
A rural Iowa tally shows nine drownings recorded in the past week across several counties. Officials urge caution near rivers lakes and rural shorelines as warm weather continues.
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Until After Election Offer From The Daily Des Moines Register
The Register and Leader offers new readers a special trial through the election period ending November 66 1908 for one dollar, daily and Sunday rates 1 50. Benefits include exclusive Iowa news service full Associated Press dispatches Ding cartoons fearless editorials and prompt home delivery to Iowa post offices and rural routes. Subscriptions may be mailed to The Register and Leader Co Des Moines Iowa or the publisher for forwarding at no extra charge.
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