Mr Taft Arrives in Cincinnati After Chicago Trip
Taft reaches Cincinnati at 8 am after a swift Chicago run. He rests at his brother Charles Taft's home, checks into his old precinct, and meets with Vorys and his staff at Linton. He praises Chicago and the Association of Commerce, defends his Western tour, and outlines campaign plans with Hitchcock scheduling stops in Ohio West Virginia Indiana Connecticut New York City for late October.
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Cincinnati
Taft
Chicago
Charles P. Taft
Linton
Ohio
Vorys
Bryan
Mr. Taft
Labor
National Committee
Hitchcock
West Virginia
Kentucky
Essee
Indiana
Maryland
Tucky
Tennessee
Beveridge
Facrvanke
William Eustis
Kesota
Reed Smoot
Utah
James D. Hogeshington
William H. J. Kieckhefer
Scattered War Clouds Cause Cabinet Turmoil Rumors
War fever spreads as ministers face accusations of inactivity while Radicals push toward a cabinet crisis. Crown Prince rumor of leading an army to Bosnia draws acclaim as crowds escort troops home. Government halts foreign travel passes for potential draftees and protests Austria Hungary annexation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Servia seeks restoration of Berlin Treaty terms or compensation, urging powers to safeguard its independence.
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Bosnia
Maneuvres
Servia
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Montenegrins Protest Annexation, Call for Brotherhood
In Cetinje Montenegro on October 8 citizens held meetings to oppose Austria-Hungary's annexation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. They urged the government to forget past tensions and invite Serbia to act with Montenegro for Serbian interests. Prince Nicholas has summoned Parliament for an extraordinary session on October 11.
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Montenegro
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Austria-Hungary
Nicholas
Invitations Not Issued For Balkan Congress
The Balkan congress invitation process stalls with no invitations issued yet. A circular note has been sent to Foreign Minister d Iswolsky in Paris for approval and possible changes. Once approved, the plan is to inform powers after meetings between d Iswolsky and Sir Edward Grey.
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Balkan
d'Iswolsky
Paris
M. d'Iswolsky
Edward Grey
Berlin
Vienna
Constantinople
Rome
London
Austria-Hungary opens talks on Bulgaria and Balkan peace
Budapest reports Baron von Aehrenthal announcing negotiations with powers for recognizing Bulgaria and shaping Turkish Bulgaria relations. Emperor Francis Joseph welcomes delegates and emphasizes peaceful aims, constitutional reforms in Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Austria-Hungary's role in maintaining peace with allied states Germany and Italy.
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Oct. S
Austria
Bulgaria
Turkey
Baron von Aehrenthal
Austria- Hungary
Balkans
Britain warns Belgrade as Near East talks stall
London reports the British government sent instructions to its minister in Belgrade urging Serbia to show moderation and a proper attitude. Cretan annexation to Greece is opposed by Britain at this time, and difficulties from Serbian protest over Bosnia and Herzegovina may delay settlement.
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Belgrade
Servia
Near East
Greece
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Balkans Conference Outline Sparks Diplomatic Shuffle
Paris reports a tentative international conference programme on the Balkans drafted by Foreign Minister Pichon. Iswolsky has outlined the plan to Asquith and Grey, with France confident for a united approach by Britain, France, and Russia. Britain’s stance shifts as it threads Turkey’s cause with the new regime, while Clemenceau warns that Near Eastern tensions test world peace efforts.
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M. Pichon
Balkans
M. Iswolsky
Asquith
Edward Grey
France
Great Britain
Balkan
Baron von Ahrenthal
Signor Tittoni
London
Russia
Germany
Turkey
Francis Joseph
Edward
Italy
Austria
Iswolsky
Tittoni
United States
America
Berlin
Clemenceau
Randol
Near East
WILLCOX SEES PRESIDENT IN NEW YORK VISIT
The Tribune Bureau reports Willcox of New York, visiting Washington, predicts strong Taft and Hughes support in New York. He says Taft’s election is assured and Hughes will gain many influential voters, boosting the Democratic state ticket.
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Wasington
W. R. Willcox
New York
Hughes
Himsell
Willcox
York
Taft
North Carolina Lumbermen Protest Bryan Tariff Promise
Gur J. Buell, president of Montgomery Lumber Company in Spring Hope, NC, says NC lumbermen oppose Bryan’s plan to remove the duty on Canadian lumber. He warns removal would erode Sampage and Imla values and threaten regional lumber business, favor Taft if business leaders hold firm.
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Montgomery Lumber Company
Spring Hope
N. C
Bryan
Mr. Buell
North Carolina
Imla
Taft
Policeman’s Lot Turns Happy After Coffee Change
An Illinois ex chief of police suffered heart trouble and nervous issues for five years. He switched from coffee to Postum and improved after three weeks, later sleeping on his left side and regaining health. He credits Postum with relief and writes of his recovery in a testimonial promoting Postum Co Battle Creek Michigan and The Read to Wellville.
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Germany Denies Charge Over Balkan Declarations
The German Foreign Office repudiates any claim that Germany was responsible for Bulgaria’s independence or Austria-Hungary’s annexations. It says Berlin was surprised by recent events and finds the situation highly unsatisfactory. A rumor of Albanian Arnauts declaring independence from Turkey is unconfirmed.
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
Austria-Hungary
Germany
Albania
Turkey
Dubious About Council In Constantinople Over Conference
In Constantinople doubts grow about convening a powers conference to address recent events. Britain warns such a meeting could worsen Turkey’s position, while Turks favor accepting facts and seeking compensation under the Berlin Treaty. Kiamil Pacha reportedly proposed mobilizing the army as a defensive measure, with the Grand Vizier assuring ambassadors the move is defensive. Greece has proclaimed Crete's union and seeks assurance from the Porte amid ongoing disputes.
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Constantinople
Oct
Great Britain
Turkey
Berlin
Rumelia
Monastir
Porte
Greece
Rete
Turkish Warships Ordered Toward Island of Samos
Reports from Constantinople say four Turkish warships at Smyrna including the cruiser Mejidieh and three torpedo boats are to proceed to Samos. The Turkish navy is small and could scarcely offer effective support beyond a lone large ship. Samos lies about forty miles southwest of Smyrna and pays an annual tribute to Turkey.
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Samos
Meijidieh
Constantinople
Asia Minor
Grecian
Turkey
Crete Government Takes Oath of Loyalty to Greece
In Canea Crete Ort three the new government members and officers of the gendarmerie and militia swore loyalty to Greece. The consular body protested the union declaration and will present the issue to the four protecting powers Great Britain Russia France and Italy.
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Island of Crete
Greece
Great Britain
Russia
France
Italy
Austria for Peace Talks With Roosevelt Over Balkans
Baron Hengelmuller, Austro Hungarian ambassador, met with President Roosevelt at the White House for about an hour to discuss Austria Hungarys stance on Bulgarian independence and the annexation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. He voiced hope that American public opinion favors peaceful resolution and said war is not feared if powers conference succeeds. He noted Serbia longed to add Bosnia and Herzegovina but now fears its loss and raises the war cry.
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Austria-Hungary
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White House
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Bosnia and Herzegovina
Austria
Baron Hengelmiller
Balkans
Balkan
Tam
Servia
Missions in Bulgaria Report Details Denominational Work
The Board of Foreign Missions reports on Bulgaria noting Liberal prince Ferdinand, Methodist and Congregationalist fields, and a combined heritage since 1857. Data cover properties valued near 119000, churches and chapels, schools in Lovetch, and 1907 baptisms and funds. A Bulgarian agent interviewed in the U.S. six months ago to aid independence efforts.
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Methodist Church
E. E. Count
Bulgaria
Prince Ferdinand
Burt
H. K. Carroll
Albert L. Long
Wesley Prettyman
Bulgara
American Board of Commissioners For Foreign Missions
Sofia
Women’s Foreign Missionary Society
Lovetch
Women's Foreign Missionary Society
Congregationalists
Sefia
Prince Ferdinand Movement
United States
Fatal Attack Near Lubao In Pampanga Province
An American, Charles H. Trotter, and two Spaniards Vincente Toledo and Jose Ay anayan sustained fatal injuries after a Wednesday assault near Lubao Pampanga. The victims were attacked with belos by a group described as Filipinos. Bodies severely harmed and fatalities reported.
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Manilla
Oct
Charles H. Trotter
Vincente Toledo
José (Anayan
Pampagna
Belos
Bearded Beating of Campaign Flyers Sparks Suppression
Thousands of illustrated campaign documents aimed at Chanler burned yesterday. Produced by opponents of Governor Hughes, the prints bore insults and a pasted beard that revealed the label Bigot and fanatic when torn away. State committee veterans stopped the distribution, warning of a possible boomerang effect.
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Chanler
Hughes
State Committee
Tammany Nominates Two Former Police Heads for Congress
Tammany chose two former police chiefs for Congress seats. William McAdoo, long time Police Commissioner under Mayor McClellan, will run in the 17th District against William S. Bennet. Rhinelander Waldo, former First Deputy Police under Commissioner Bingham and head of the Board of Water Supply, will oppose J Van Vechten Olcott in the 11th District.
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Congress
William McAdoo
McClellan
William S. Bennet
New Jersey
Navy
Cleveland Rhinelander Waldo
Bingham
Board of Water Supply
J. van Veehten Olcott
West Side Republican Club Ratifies Tickets at Broadway
National state and local tickets were ratified by the West Side Republican club at its Broadway headquarters. President Henry A. Wise urged the audience to support the slate and back party plans for upcoming elections.
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Sth Street
Henry A. Wise
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