24 Aug 1906
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Newspaper
New Albany Weekly Tribune
Location
New Albany, Indiana, United States of America
Date
Aug 24, 1906
Page
1
George H. Hester was selected by Republican Party leaders as the standard bearer for the Third Congressional District, signaling a concerted bid to win the upcoming election. Party officials emphasized Hester’s experience and alignment with the GOP platform.
Thomas J. Wilson was nominated for the joint senator position representing Floyd and Harrison counties at Maenneaghor Hall. Rousing resolutions passed with cheers as the convention adjourned.
Resolutions from the Third Indiana Congressional District praise Theodore Roosevelt and the Republican administration. They commend Vice President Fairbanks, Senators Beveridge and Heneyway, and Indiana Governor Hanly. The delegates affirm support for the 59th Congress and a protective tariff, pledging unwavering party loyalty.
Republican leaders from nine counties met in New Albany for the Third district congressional and senatorial conventions at Maennerchor Hall Assembly called by District Chairman Joseph Throop with John Dillon elected permanent chairman. George H. Hester named as a congressional candidate amid resolutions committee selection and delegate liaisons.
Mr Hester was hailed with applause after being called to the stage for a maiden speech at a county convention. He traced the party from Lincoln to Roosevelt, defended protective tariffs, and praised Roosevelt’s trust curb. Resolutions were adopted amid cheers as Floyd and Harrison counties pledged joint senatorial nominees.
Reported increase in piracy affecting multiple deaths and injuries headlines a string of political and regional items. The piece notes Chicago amateur golf title, wheat market tensions in Minneapolis, Port Dalny dispatches, and a Marion Ohio power plant boiler explosion with injuries.
Special train will leave New Albany for Corydon at 8 30 p m and return at 7 25 p m on August 30 and 31.
Clarence Qouster Fort Worth Record editor writes to President Roosevelt about Fort Brown alminacument and race equality. He denounces white resistance as fueling white fear and demeaning Negroes, stating dangerous social implications and urging action to protect civil rights and social order.
In Athinta Florida August 25 the state Democratic primaries produced a landslide for Pole Smith for governor, carried about 110 of 145 counties, a historic margin. The article notes open campaign activity and references national figures and events alongside local election results.
Indianapolis August 23 Fasset A Cotton state superintendent of public instruction emphasizes reading spelling and writing in the elementary school course noting reading unlocks every other subject. The New Era System semi slant writing is adopted and teachers urged to curb bad forms and ensure proper letter formation. Music aims to teach note singing and cultivate taste with varied songs to keep lessons engaging. Pamphlets outlining the course will be sent to all teachers for guidance.
In Logansport Judge John S. Larry weighs jurisdiction in a Marshall county case where Francis F. Garn seeks to overthrow William G. Hendricks as county central committee chair. Decision expected in days with merits argued by strong counsels. An Astonishing Recovery describes James Jennings’ dramatic medical turnaround after a severe skull injury.
The secretary has ordered two troops of cavalry to take part in maneuvers near Ossawatomie and Aveter on August 24. Vice President will be present and View press coverage will attend with Peivbanks.
Fragmentary wartime note describes Manchuria firm stranded at forts and an arrianter vessel named Neco near Ave 23. Limited legible details suggest a retreat or detention scenario with military positions and possible abandonment.
Indianapolis reports on ion Banner Hunt, Indiana railroad commission chair, returning from a two week Kansas tour. He surveys crop concerns, endorses Governor Hoch’s re election prospects, and notes Democratic committee appointments for Bryan reception in New York. He and allies anticipate a hard countywide race and wider state implications.
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