Bryan Nominates for President in Democratic Address
A long convention speech lauds Bryan as the standard bearer, attacks Taft and Republicans for abuses, and argues for people rule, reform, and the popular election of Senators. It pledges this platform to campaign finance reform and House rule changes while urging rapid action after inauguration. States that the Democratic party seeks equal rights, curb corporate power, and open government to voters.
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Yokohama Naval Hospital additions delayed by autonomous Japanese contractor
Satisfactory progress is reported on additions to the Yokohama naval hospital. A Japanese contractor built on his own ground delaying work, then moved the structure to American property where permanent work was planned. The addition was provisionally accepted for workmanship. Orders issued list several Army and Navy personnel changes. Movements of warships include arrivals at Mare Island Norfolk Auckland and a sail to Portsmouth.
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New Torpedo Gun Delights Army Navy Experts
In Boston on August 12, ordinance experts tested the Davis torpedo gun by Commander Cleland Davis. Three firings overturned targets at Fort Strong Boston Harbor. Brigadier General Murray witnessed as tests continued with a torpedo passing through a target off Sheep Island without detonating its charge.
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Rain interrupts fort Sheridan rifle contest with low scores
In Chicago on August 12 rain halted the army experts rifle shooting event at Fort Sheridan after two ranges. Sergeant McNabb of the 8th Cavalry led with 72 points from 500 while Sergeant Cox of the 27th Infantry was second, one point behind.
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Army officers complete Roosevelt riding test in San Francisco
Seven officers from the Presidio led by Colonel John A Lundeen finished Roosevelt's nine mile riding test. Declared in excellent condition after examination at the general hospital. A second group of seven under Colonel M A Simpson began the same route today.
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No Left Over Fund For Bryan Denied
Omaha Aug 12 Norman E Mack chairman of the Democratic National Committee denies a report that the national committee has a $300 left over from the last campaign. He says the report is without foundation and false.
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Norman E. Mack
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National Committee
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Mundji Bey Sworn In as Acting Turkish Minister
Mundji Bey, Consul General of Turkey in New York, arrived in Washington as acting Turkish Minister pending Mehmed Ali Bey's replacement. He was met by two secretaries and the legation's interpreter and called at the State Department shortly before noon.
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Turkish minister Mehmed Ali Bey recalled to government
Photographs show Mehmed Ali Bey, the retiring minister, ill with stomach trouble. Acting Secretary Adee notes the new acting minister has taken over the legation. Mundji Bey will remain Consul General in New York and visit Washington as needed. He does not know his successor and plans to depart for Constantinople in November to be present for the new Parliament. Mundji Bey also plans to stay in Turkey and start a liberal newspaper in Constantinople.
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Man shoots wife and foreman at Bronx home
Leonard Bendell a machinist for New York Central shot his foreman Walter Rich and his wife Loretta at 619 Ogden Avenue The Bronx late last night Rich a Sedgwick Avenue 169th Street resident and Mrs Bendell were said to be critically injured at Fordham Hospital Bendell was taken into custody at Highbridge station The Bendells have long served as caretakers for contractor George McCaustin family vacationing at Asbury Park
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Mrs Webb-Duke Found Guilty in Hotel Fraud Case
Chicago August 12 Mrs Alice Webb-Duke ex wife of Brodie L Duke millionaire tobacco man was found guilty of defrauding the Great Northern Hotel by passing a worthless check Her lawyer moved for a new trial and Mrs Duke was released on one dollar bond The crime carries up to a $2 fine and one year in jail
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Fifty Autos and Taxicabs Burned in Chicago Fire
A blaze at Nam Yi 178 Indiana avenue destroyed a one story brick garage housing C. A. Coey & Co. More than fifty automobiles and taxicabs were consumed after an explosion. Firefighters arrived too late to save the building. total loss estimated at $00,000.
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Choate Attempts Suicide Over Custody Fight
Frederick M C Choate of Des Moines attempted to kill himself by severing an artery in his left arm after losing custody in District Court. He was treated at Dr Lambert's office, where his brother in law practices, with his wife staying.
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Iowa
Frederick M.C. Choate
Lambert
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