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Newspaper
New Castle News
Location
New Castle, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Jun 27, 1908
Page
4
Published every evening except Sunday by The News Company at corner Sycamore Street and Apple Alley New Castle Pa. partnership details and telephones listed for Bell and Citizens offices. Subscriptions priced daily and yearly with mail options and news stand availability.
Governors and party leaders debate strategy as John Johnson plans a direct bid from his Minne headquarters. The piece notes Bryan’s strong hold on delegates and the uphill effort to win the nomination, with Johnson pressing ahead despite doubts about success.
Frank Hitchcock will probably become the campaign manager for Secretary William H Taft the Republican nominee. Hitchcock has been called a card index rather than a politician highlighting his businesslike approach in the pre convention layout and the risk of changing managers mid race.
The piece notes Littlefield pursuing Taft as political tides shift. Gompers backed him two years ago and now Beavers may ally with Littlefield or oppose Taft. The author observes unclear platforms for Littlefield but hints at party strategy and possible Democratic leverage.
The article praises Mrs Grover Cleveland for her restraint and dignity during the funeral arrangements of her late husband. It highlights the calm, sincere conduct as a hallmark of her character and her role as the wife of a renowned man.
A Pittsburg paper uses a striking headline proclaiming William H. Taft once more in politics to grab reader attention. The bold lead reflects the era’s interest in Taft's public career and political comeback.
The piece critiques vice presidential prestige, argues for Joe Cannon as a forceful but divisive choice, and reflects on the 1908 Republican tilt toward Taft and the Chicago convention. It labels Sherman as a possible president pick and frames the broader party dynamics and hoped political outcomes.
The piece denounces Sherman as a pliant tool of Cannon and a symbol of reactionary control in Congress. It mocks the pairing of Sherman with Taft as an icewater douche and warns that Cannon’s subservient clique could dominate both houses, disappointing Taft supporters.
Commentary questions Bryanism and Democratic vigor as a national debate unfolds. The piece cites W. J. Lampton and New York World while staging a public inquiry into party direction and leadership. It also includes quips on marriage longevity, bachelorhood, and a lunar eclipse discussion for readers.
A satirical collage cites inflation planks and buying hassles while jokes about highways bridges and the St Lawrence trip amuse. It notes a 1140 yard flying machine near Hammondsport New York and mocks temperance plans and brash boardwalk antics in Atlantic City.
A Sunday sermon defines patriotism as love and active duty to defend and uphold the nation. It denounces indifference to public affairs, stresses shared responsibility of citizens, and links faith with national loyalty from Plymouth Rock to liberty. The preacher cites God guiding America and prayers for divine aid through duty.
A grocer notes the end of strawberry season and predicts a big blackberry and raspberry crop ahead. He cites shipments from the South and West Virginia, mentions home grown berries soon, and jokes about fears of appendicitis from seeds while customers question berry choices.
After the Sunday revivals in Sharon the churches fill every Wednesday evening with hundreds of attendees. Rev McCartney reports 600 at the Presbyterian service and 200 new members joined his congregation as the town shifts from card games and saloon activity to prayer and worship. Police report fewer prisoners Sunday mornings as town life changes.
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