15 Jul 1908
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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1908
Page
1
Florence Oakley, a 17 year old stage beauty, is described as one of the world's youngest leading women. She has acted in over 150 parts, often as ingenue or in notable dramas, mostly in stock theaters, and is seen as having a bright future in drama. She is praised for genuine acting ability and noted as a beautiful young woman.
London July 15 America and Great Britain led the early Olympic events with two golds each, while Britain captured three silvers to America’s one. John J. Flanagan set a hammer throw Olympic record at 17 feet 4% inches, and M. W. Sheppard won the 1500 metre. George W. Galdzik was noted for diving excellence as Britain dominated the 3500 metre walk and the 20 kilometre cycle event featured a close finish.
In Columbus Ohio on July 18 the national Prohibition convention begins with Robert H Patton of Springfield as temporary chairman. He delivers a keynote attacking both major parties and urging unity and active prohibition action amid clashes over platform and policy.
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