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Southern newspapers wary yet unified in Bryan support
Across the South most leading papers show reluctant or tempered backing for Bryan. They acknowledge his nomination, cite party loyalty, and warn that regional Democrats vote for him out of necessity, not enthusiasm, while fearing a northern backlash if he falters.
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Macedonia muddle and European powers fail to unite
The article notes ongoing Macedonia turmoil with British plans for Turkish control stalled as Russia leans toward the idea while France follows, Germany and Austria cautious. The Sultan blames Greek, Bulgarian, and Serbian raiders and resists action until great powers unite. The piece also covers Louisiana law on agents' pay and the governor's signing hesitance amid business withdrawals.
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Legislation to Suit in Louisiana Agents Pay Clash
The piece notes a Louisiana legislative incident sequel where local insurance agents protest pay disparity with New York agents. Rather than push for higher wages, Louisiana agents seek a legislative remedy to raise their commissions, amid competition concerns and discontent.
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New York
Giants Earn Potential Hope For Pennant As Season Advances
The Giants have a strong chance to reach the goal as New York notes continued recenter wins and the Chicago Cubs remain the frontrunners. Analysts doubtfully favor Chicago, but the season is young and the Giants show accuracy and spirit in recent play.
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Do Not Defy Lightning In Open Boats On The Hudson
A cautionary editorial warns that standing in open boats during storms risks lightning strikes. It notes historic defiance of thunder gods by Ajax is not a model for prudence and urges sailors to reach shore quickly when storms approach. It cites thousands of lightning strokes yearly and hundreds injured.
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Blackberry wine ban hits Georgia harvest season
Georgia’s blackberry season ends as a new liquor law prohibits manufacture and sale of all intoxicants including home wine. The piece recalls Georgia’s tradition of wine from surplus berries and notes wives may dispose of berries to pigs and chickens to avoid violation.
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Prohibition Law Criticized by Augusta Herald
The Augusta Herald says the current prohibition law is not the peak of perfection and wisdom. It notes that some wines like pine top and perhaps champagne may reach lawbreakers this year, but there will be no wine of the country.
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National Forest renamed Cleveland in Roosevelt era tribute
A formal letter notes the renaming of San Jacinto forest to Cleveland National Forest in honor of President Grover Cleveland. It recalls Cleveland’s 1897-era creation of national preserves and ties Roosevelt’s conservation program to Cleveland’s earlier policy and the Governors Congress in Washington.
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Controversy Over Post Office Smoke Nuisance Continues
A speaker notes persistent smoke from the New York Post Office as the controversy rages. He asserts Mr. Fry has authority to halt the nuisance and urges immediate action to stop the smoke.
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Mr. Fry
Suffrage Compare England and America in 19th Century View
Harriot Stanton Blatch argues that England’s suffrage movement shaped local government roles while the American push advanced emancipation through professional and educational avenues. She contrasts political progress and professional access, noting England’s recent gains versus America's broader liberal reforms. Shoreham, L. I., July 14, 1968.
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Measles Contagion and Calls for Leniency in Health Rules
Dr Kurt Elsner of Brooklyn argues measles spreads during incubation and calls for relaxed Board of Health measures. He cites Paris data showing reporting and quarantine fail to curb cases and contrasts measles with influenza, urging kinder treatment of children during illness.
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Queens Bridge Proposal for Renaming Blackwell Island Bridge
Letter to the editor from New York on July 14 1908 commends L H B s Times suggestion to rename Blackwell Island Bridge Queens Bridge arguing the current name is unwieldy misleading and ill suited for frequent use and that Queens is a fitting dignified alternative for the borough.
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No B. R. T. Drinking Water at Brooklyn Stations
A New York letter to the editor from July 14, 1906 complains that elevated stations in Brooklyn lack drinking water for long shifts. The writer urges the city or the railway company to provide ice water for employees working twelve hours daily, including Sundays.
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New York
The Railroads Letter on Wages and Prices
J Shirley Eaton comments from New York July 15 2008 on Mr W C Brown New York Central Railroad vice president letter to Secretary Holle of the Manufacturers Association. He argues wage increases are justified given higher gold output and longer term price trends while noting sentiment and irregular rate moves affect rail freight pricing.
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Stoking with Oxalic Acid Sparks Debate Over Coal Savings
A New York Engineer letter from 1908 condemns oxalic acid in ashes as a coal saver. He argues water sprinkled on ashes rivals the method, noting true savings come from attentive stoking and supervision rather than gimmicks. He says promotions may follow false reports, while real efficiency can be achieved by proper oversight.
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The Tariff Debate and Free Trade Winds
A letter from New York dated July 14 1908 argues for tariff reductions and free trade. It condemns Gompers and labor unions backing Bryan and attacks the Steel Trust for high dividends with limited plant use. The writer doubts relief before Democratic control returns, labeling current industrial prices as unconcerned.
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Stone of Si-ngan-fou and early Chinese Christianity
Caryl Coleman discusses the inscribed stone of Si-ngan-fou, its discovery by Father Semedo in 1628, and debates on authenticity once held by Jesuits. He notes modern scholarship affirms it as an authentic monument of early Christianity in China and points to sources including Yule, Legge, Wylie, Gaillard, and journals from 1856 onward.
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Fire Department Reputation Critiqued and Officials Accused
The letter argues the Fire Department relies on past glory and demands light on methods enabling some officials to grow rich. Dated July 14 1908 in New York the writer RGs calls for transparency and reform.
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Navy weighs sending gunboat to Honduras amid unrest
Washington reports concern over threats at Puerto Cortes and Ceiba as revolutionaries loom. The gunboat Marietta may sail from Jamaica and cruisers Tacoma and Des Moines could deploy Marines from Panama while Honduras warns against invasion and relies on treaties declaring neutral territory as a buffer.
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Nicaragua and Guatemala in diplomatic notes on executions
State Department letters from Nicaragua to Guatemala question whether two Nicaraguan citizens were executed by order of President Cabrera and report Cabrera denying a shooting. Nicaragua demands safe conduct guarantees before sending delegates to the Pan American Medical Congress in Guatemala City.
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United States
Mexico
Mexican agitators caught in Mexico led by Magon network
Two Mexican agents masquerading as Baptist ministers were captured in San Luis Potosi and brought to Mexico City. They admitted ties to Magon and the northern junta, facilitated funds via fraud, and carried a secret code key. Authorities plan extradition efforts and use documents in raids against political offenders.
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A Timely Prayer Inspires The Times Poem Note
A dated 1908 feature cites Elsa Barker's The Frozen Grail as a pioneering poem for the century. It includes a playful verse urging stage stars Maude Adams Annie Russell Ethel Barrymore and others to heed the writer's plea for restraint and virtue.
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