Great Convention Opens As Delegations Fill Streets
A sweltering mass gathers as the great convention opens with state delegations arranged along four surrounding streets. Throngs crowd the area while delegates are positioned for the proceedings.
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Newspaper
Muscatine Journal
Location
Muscatine, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1908
Page
6
Opening of the Republican National Convention in Chicago
The National Convention convened at the Coliseum with Harry New presiding. Thousands surged into the barnlike hall as tickets controlled entry and officials reported only minor irregularities. Delegations from most states set up reception rooms as state headquarters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Ill
Harry New
National Committee
Coliseum
Taft
Union
Convention Hall
America
W. F. Stone
Greater University Movement Expands at Iowa State
President MacLean reports the Greater University movement as the defining year with record attendance rising from 2108 to 2315. Four new buildings open including Hall of Natural Science and hospital wing while the library adds 5176 volumes plus major bequests and gifts from Ranney Morgan Kuntze and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iowa City
George E. MacLean
State University of Iowa
Liberal Arts
Iowa
Hall of Natural Science
University Hospital
Ilbrary
Martha W. Ranney
University
Prof. Farnsworth
Morgan
Laura V. Morgan
Ohio
Otto Kuntze
Henley
Vast Crowd Attends Fourteenth Republican National Convention
Twelve thousand people fill the Coliseum as delegates alternates and guests gather under crowded conditions. Doorkeepers from various states guard entrances, tickets control access, and the hall’s interior glows with national colors and greenery while Speaker Harry New opens the convention.
Pattersons Return From Kansas Texas Trip
Mr and Mrs Sam Patterson returned from a trip to Kansas and Texas. The Misses McGaw of Pittsburg and Dr Olson of Kansas City Missouri are guests of Rev McGaw. Mr and Mrs J F Wilson of Oak ...
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sam Patterson
Kansas
Texas
McGaw
Pittsburg
Olson
Kansas City
Missouri
J. F. Wilson
Oak
The Genuine Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna
An advertisement extols a trusted family laxative, Syrup of Figs and Elixir of Senna, as a world renowned health product. It urges buyers to purchase the genuine California Fig Syrup Co. remedy through leading druggists and highlights its proven efficacy and wide acceptance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
California Fig Syrup Co
Van Camp's Beans Drive Consumer Demand With Quality Claims
The ad touts Van Camp's white plump Michigan beans and premium tomato sauce as superior to home baked and other brands. It asserts stable prices despite scarcity, highlights steam baked beans at 245 degrees, digestibility, and a daily habit among millions of households. It argues the sauce is made from whole ripe tomatoes and ripened on vines, delivering a sparkling zest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
van Camp
Michigan
van Camp’s
Morning Sun Social and Civic Notices Compile Local Visits
Residents and visitors gather for porch parties and religious events. Attendees include Mrs. Nannie Galbreathe of Olathe Kansas and Mrs. J. F. Holiday visiting Morning Sun. Rev. J. A. Lute preaches at Concord. Ada Smith elected Honey Creek teacher. typhoid illness affects Dr. Griffin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ada Smith
Wapello
Honey Creek
D. L. Gray
J. A. Lute
Concord
Presbyterian
United Brethren
Fern Hill
Zella Hervitt
Miss Hill
Ill. City man visits Copperas Creek relatives
Copperas Creek June 16. Chas. Mewes Sr. of Illinois City stayed Friday and Saturday at a relative’s home in Copperas Creek and was seen in town during the weekend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Copperas Creek
Chas. Mewes, Sr
Illinois City
Social round of local residents visits and stays
Mrs G Kleist hosts and guests include Jessie Deakman and Lelia from New Boston returning home after a visit. Sam Wagler and Elias Shoemaker relocate. Frank Smith and son visit Joe Wagler’s home. Vera Reynolds Joe Watson and David Noble spend Sunday at J C Hesser’s. Wm Mewes and John Getz senior visit friends. G Foster stays with Edward Anderson. Wm Wachert visits Mrs Schell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. Kleist
Jessie Deakman
Burlington
Lelia
New Boston
Sam Wagler
Pine Bluff
Elias Shoemaker
Frank Smith
Foster
Joe Wagler
J. C. Hesser
Vera Reynolds
Near Eliza
Joe Watson
Wrayville
David Noble
Joy
Wm. Mewes
Illinois City
John Getz Sr
Henry
Marston
Ill
Esther
Mable
Dan
Chas. Mewes
Illinois
Guy Foster
Edward Anderson
Wm. Wachert
Bay Islands
A Schell
The Man With Dandruff Sells ZEMO Cure
A newspaper notice promotes ZEMO as a cure for dandruff. It claims the germ is destroyed and itching stops instantly. The ad suggests prevention of hair loss and a healthy scalp, and lists A W Morgan at 107 West Second Street as the seller.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
al Druggiste
A. W. Morgan
West Second Street
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