La Follette Denounces Roosevelt Candidacy in Editorial Charge
Senator La Follette denounces Roosevelt's third term bid and accuses allies of trusts and bosses. The piece argues Roosevelt split Progressives, aided by wealthy backers and political bosses, and says his campaign threatened genuine reform and unity within the Progressive movement.
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Taft Renomination Sparks Aldermen Room Bets
In Brooklyn the Taft bid to be next president triggers heated talk among politicians in the Aldermen's Room. A Roosevelt supporter enters the debate as wagers loom on Taft's renomination and future victory with a bold $1,000 stake backing Taft.
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United States
Taft
Brooklyn
Roosevelt
Macnevelt Boit
Union League Indorses Taft in Philadelphia Rally
The Union League at a special meeting ratified the Republican ticket of Taft and Sherman and adopted the Chicago convention platform. Speakers praised Taft and pledges of financial support to the ticket were made. Dale Roosevelt was not mentioned during the meeting.
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Socialists Gather for Auburn Convention Opening
Auburn New York June 2 The New York State Socialist party prepares to open a three day convention with about 300 delegates arriving by fed special and a special train from Buffalo. Nearly a thousand Socialists attend overall including twenty two women delegates.
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Barnes Comes to Town in Oyster Bay Conferencing
William Barnes chairman of the Republican State Committee arrived in Oyster Bay, staying several days for conferences with local teachers. Roosevelt leaders spent the day reading Baltimore news. Senator Dixon and former Senator Beveridge were seen at the Hotel Manhattan but gave no interviews. Roosevelt’s secretary left Sagamore Hill for certain he would not appear in town. Roosevelt press agents enjoyed a holiday at Metropolitan Tower, deserted except for a lone telephone operator.
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Republican State Committee
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Wilson
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Maike
William H. Hotcbkins
New York
A. van Valkenberg
Roosevelt Party
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P R R Strike Threat Declared After Arbitration Refusal
Philadelphia June 1 The general committee of trainmen firemen and conductors east of Pittsburgh and Erie upheld the sub committee’s action in rejecting General Manager Long’s offer to arbitrate the steam versus electric train question. A further conference is set for tomorrow as riders threaten a strike if the issue is not resolved in the men’s favor. Representatives are open to arbitration on minor matters but insist the electric question is a principle issue and must be settled by agreement on wage protections when electric trains substitute steam.
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Pennsylvania Railroad
Pittsburgh and Erie
Long
Aged Outlaw Miner Escapes Prison Again in Georgia
Old Bill Miner a train robber, filed his shackles and fled Millville Georgia with a companion. It is his second escape from the convict farm in months. Authorities seek Miner whose true name is believed Anderson and who may be headed toward the Northwest on robbery charges.
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Northwest
State Veterans Elect Major Oscar Smith New York Dept Head
The New York state encampment of the Grand Army of the Republic closed with officers elected. Major Oscar Smith of Albany was chosen department commander, James D. Bell of Brooklyn senior vice commander, Nelson Mattes of Binghamton junior vice commander. Mrs Amanda J. Frantes of Geneva was elected president of the relief corps and Mrs Mary Ross of Buffalo president of the Ladies of the Grand Army.
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Albany
G. A. R. Newburg
N. Y
Grand Army of the Republic
James D. Bell
Brooklyn
Nelson Mattes
Binghamton
Amanda J. Frantes
Geneva
State Relief Corps
Mary Ross
Buffalo
Ladies of the Grand Army
Ees
Test of Russia Excluding American Citizens
Philadelphia reporting that Herman Tronb in Mayor Blankenburg's cabinet plans a trip to Russia to test whether Kuselan government may exclude American citizens of Hebrew birth. He says he will go as a plain American citizen, not bearing credentials from the U.S. president, to seek protection of this country.
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Russia
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United States
Inquest Clears Blame Over Niagara Pier Disaster
An inquest into the Grand Island pier collapse that killed 39 visitors found likely no one liable for manslaughter. Assistant District Attorney Guy B. Moore noted the pier rotted and overcapacity caused the tragedy, and no duty to inspect or repair was shown, suggesting no wilful neglect. The report urged state or national action on pier examinations and maintenance.
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Yogle Park
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Nathan Allen Loses Immunity Plea in Appellate Court
Nathan Allen, a Kenosha manufacturer, faced $12,000 fined for smuggling jewelry into the country for Mrs Helen Jenkins. He sought immunity from review on a summons while in federal jurisdiction. Jenkins sues Allen and a private detective agency for $100,000 over removal of a safe deposit box. The court denied Allen’s petition, ruling the privilege applies to attendance when brought within the court’s jurisdiction under arrest or law.
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Kenosha, Vir
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Supreme Court
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Autoist Killed by Train in Carolina Crossing
Charlotte resident J. M. Jamison was instantly killed when his automobile was struck by a freight train at a grade crossing near Charlotte. Mrs W M Bagwell and her seven year old son, from Hamlet, sustained serious injuries while two other passengers were uninjured. The accident left Mrs Jamison and her two children unharmed.
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Boy Killed by Auto in Jersey City Street
Thomas O Neil a 11 year old of 162 Chestnut avenue Jersey City was killed by an automobile in Newark street Jersey City yesterday. Otto Stoldt the chauffeur driving the car at the time was arrested. The boy started to cross the street and ran directly in front of the car. The driver could not stop in time.
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Six Year Presidential Term Backed by Prominent Leaders
Leaders including Adolph Lewisohn and Silas Burt back The Tribune bid for a single six year presidential term with ineligibility for re election. The piece cites lawyer Varene Philbin and ex chamberlain W M Ivins weighing practicalities and political effects. Roosevelt hints at third party moves and the Baltimore convention dynamics loom over the campaign. The report blends opinion on term limits with rooseveltian maneuvering at Sagamore Hill and in New York politics.
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Mayor Warns Children On Despots And Lawful Power
The mayor cautions students about rulers who seek to override laws after taking office. He warns that electing unfit leaders costs virtue and funds education, urging vigilance against despots and stressing officials must act within constitutional limits. The letter to students was written at the request of William H. Maxwell, Superintendent of Schools.
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Passengers Drink-Free Crossing Noted on Steamship
Telegraph from Tripune reports aboard the Arabic that passengers were the driest ever to cross the ocean. The wine steward said there was no business for him as arrivals noted no drinks were purchased during voyage and the journey proceeded without beverage sales.
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Holtmann Reaffirms Roosevelt Support Despite Taft Delegation
Jacob Y L Holtamann, once a Taft delegate from Brownsville, announced he would remain with the Roosevelt forces. He says the Chicago convention did not reflect the will of the people and will not bind Republicans. Holtamann, a former law partner of Sheriff Charles B Law, is rumored as a possible candidate in his Congress district.
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Cranberry Farm Owner Causes Self-Inflicted Death
Mathias M. Chew seventy five year old owner of the largest cranberry farm in South Jersey died by inhaling acetylene gas from his car in a Cecil area garage on his farm. He had recently relinquished active farm work and moved to a Pitman Grove home with his wife and three children.
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Pitman Grove
Jury Trial Stalled by Juror Ilness in Darrow Case
In Los Angeles on June 2 a juror named J. H. Leavitt fell ill with what doctors suspected as appendicitis. He was treated by two physicians and the Darrow trial was adjourned until 1 30 p m Monday.
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Davis Estate Dwindles After Appraisers Fix Value
Surrogate John Egan records the late Robert Davis of Jersey City left a personal property inventory valued at 246000, down from rumored seven figure wealth. Appraisers note mining stocks as worthless, with cash over 31000 in banks, 9701 in a City Hall safe, 109 shares of Colonial Life Insurance, $30000 in Trust Company stock, and 65000 in New Jersey Car Advertising stock. Also 322 shares of Jersey City Supply Company, a plumbing business Davis led. Louisiana approves federal income tax amendment.
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Clergy-Only Jury Clears Driver in Fatal Auto Crash
A coroner's jury of clergymen in Philadelphia found gross negligence by the driver Frank McClune, 25, in a fatal automobile accident that killed a woman. Foreman Rev. Floyd W. Tomkins led ministers from Methodist, Presbyterian, Lutheran and Catholic churches on the panel. The coroner said such juries will help reach congregants who own cars to curb reckless speeding. McClune awaits grand jury action.
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Wages Increased by Brooklyn Rapid Transit Officials
Brooklyn Rapid Transit announces a wage raise for about five thousand surface road workers including assistant superintendents conductors motormen and inspectors effective July 1 1912. Conductor and motorman pay rises range from three to twenty six cents per hour with four years service. Average raise about six percent.
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Sheridan Safe at Nome From Imprisoned Ice Drift
The army transport Sheridan released from ice off Alaska has arrived safely at Nome. Major General Arthur Murray aboard confirms the ship will stay at Nome until the Arctic Sea clears of drift ice.
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Opera Singer Wounded In Barber of Seville Incident
New Orleans audience hears a mishap in the second act as basso Signor Florencio Constantino accidentally wounds the leading opera singer with a sword thrust. The injured performer is in critical condition with partial eye paralysis and doctors unsure of recovery.
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Four Boys Bitten by Aggressive West Side Dog
A small black and tan dog bit four boys on the West Side last night as it chased groups of children from Ninth Avenue to 31st Street. Matthew Field, 12, was first struck while playing with logs. John Boroughs, 2, was bitten beneath the eye. John Monahan, 9, and George Howard, 13, also suffered punctures. Patrols chased the animal, captured it near Chelsea Park, and Dr. Golding of New York Hospital treated the victims at the station house.
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Captain's Body Recovered From Missing Belle Isle Master
News from Tampa reports the body of Captain Coudal, commander of the Belle Isle, the French steamship missing after leaving Norfolk for a European port, has been found off Cherbourg, France. Captain Laporte of Leconer delivered the recoveries news today.
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