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Newspaper
Oshkosh Daily Northwestern
Location
Oshkosh, Wisconsin, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1908
Page
1
A brief item notes the convention's task of selecting a vice presidential candidate. The ticker mentions the focus on party leadership and alignment with the nominee while outlining procedural steps for the convention.
Debates mingle with rumors as Democratic leaders discuss the vice presidency during the convention whispers. Governors and old guards weigh in on names and platform while Bryan's influence and possible selections spark contention.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention positions such as presidency and vice presidency with unclear names and citations. No coherent event or outcome is readable to form a proper newspaper card.
The hall sweltered through a late night session with two large demonstrations honoring Mr. Ryan. Today the heat remains intense as delegates and packed galleries show continued public interest. Texas delegates arrive with a Gray endorsement plan led by Cheries P. Ball while Virginia pledges a complimentary first ballot vote for William G. Comn.
A worried man described as insane escaped authorities today after colliding with a young girl he reportedly ran down in an automobile several weeks ago. Lt Gleimens led the investigation as the jury weighs the case.
Fragmentary text reports a late night communication with a fleet offshore the Farallones twenty miles off. The mention includes references to Gates and government wireless links and an eight o'clock timestamp, though the fragmentary source is unclear on exact events or outcome.
A brief AP dispatch from Buffalo dated July 10 notes immediate telegrams to Bryan following his nomination announcement. John Sayles is named as president of a New York Democratic society praising the United States.
Associated Press dispatch from Laporte Indiana reports that a woman found at Hiledale Michigan yesterday is not Mrs Belle Gunness. Deputy Sheriff Anstiss and Marshall Cochrane returned home convinced more than ever that Mrs Gunness is dead.
Associated Press report from St Mitchel Savoy France July 10 describes a serious mountain slide near here last night. A large wall of rock blocked the railway and two houses were demolished.
Cooperstown July 10 Bishop Potter is perceptibly weaker today though not in great pain. The report notes his condition has deteriorated, with his son at his bedside as medical attention continues.
The readable text hints at a political gathering with William Bryan and supporters in a Lincoln area setting. It describes crowd cheers, a brass band, a flag car, and reception outside a police area, with mentions of Governor Johnson and a telegram of congratulation from George Gray, all amid garbled OCR fragments.
Weather notes indicate potential thunder storms with warm temperatures around 78 degrees. Short-term forecast calls for humid conditions and possible showers through Saturday.
A chaotic report notes an unnamed directorate figure withdrawing amid confusion over travel to Venezuela from New York. The person expected to depart Washington overnight for New York and then La Guaira, aiming to meet Castro and clarify official status after an interview in Venezuela next week.
Washington report on Crazy Snake faction at Henrietta near Muskogee says armed guards have been withdrawn. Indians insist guards were for whisky peddlers and thieves, while whites feared the camp’s presence. Government emissaries urge adherence to local laws. Full-bloods and black followers number about 100.
Lieutenant Semon of Ohio won the gold medal in the individual 400 metre event at Bisley as part of Olympic competition. Wallingford and Blood of England earned silver and bronze with scores of 827 and 825. In the international team rifle contest the American team led at five o clock with 1 281 points across three ranges, Britain second with 1 281, Canada third with 1 244.
The Petoskey Fibre Paper Company of Petoskey Michigan and twenty three other wrapping paper firms pleaded guilty in federal court to violating the anti pooling provision of the Sherman act. Judge Hough imposed a fine of 2900 dollars which was paid.
The Lusitania arrives at Sandy Hook lightship at 2 11 a m after a 4 day 9 hour crossing of 2291 miles. The record voyage time shatters previous marks and celebrates the speed of the turbine liner.
A dispatch from Hot Springs notes Sherman poised to lead the Republican ticket with support from the Illinois delegation. Reports state he will be named at a conference with George Re ay and in talks with Taft aides in Washington. The exact choice for chairmanship of the committee remains unresolved, with a likely simultaneous resignation and successor announcement.
Fifty four cars began the Glidden tour from Cambridge Springs at seven this morning en route to Pittsburgh. The MILES distance is covered in six hours and thirty minutes. The route uses Mercer and Sewickley. Strong rivalries exist between Mrs Andrew Cant of New York and Mrs E V Shirley of Flamestown N Y. One car driven by John W Breyfogel Jr of Rochester was withdrawn after a collision with a telegraph pole at Silver Creek yesterday.
Philadelphia July 10 The coroner's jury says Dr William Wilson died from cyanide poisoning after drinking poisoned ale sent to him by express. Investigators say no tangible clue exists but focus on lines that may yield results.
A daring highwayman aboard Great Northern Train No 3 near Naples Washington attempted a hold up. After exchanging multiple shots with the crew and passengers he fled empty handed and was seen to fall into brush, suspected shot.
Paris July 10. W E B Corey who last night gave an entertainment in honor of the duke of Sparata will sail for New York on the French steamer La Pravenes. The report notes his departure from the city after the event.
Amid a vast crowd in New York, supporters erupt as Bryan is nominated at the Democratic convention. Delegates from many states cast their votes under the unit rule, with New York and Pennsylvania pivotal in the roll call. The hall roars, horns blare, and the city wakes to a dawn of exultant cheers.
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