Bryan Wins Democratic Nomination at Denver Convention
William Jennings Bryan is nominated for president by the Democratic party at Denver after a tense early morning session. The convention hall faced wild scenes as delegates cheered and struggled in a crowded, disorderly venue while Johnson and Gray were also named as contenders.
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Nebraska
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Bryan's Nomination Sparks Massive Convention Demonstration
The Colorado convention hall erupts as delegates hail William Jennings Bryan after J J Dunn of Omaha nominates him for president. The crowd waves flags as an immense oil portrait of Bryan is unveiled behind a large American shield.
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Iowa
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Omaha
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Convention Climax Sparks Late Afternoon Adjournment
The appearance of the picture raised the pitch of the outburst and the enthusiasm remained high as the convention adjourned until 1 o clock Friday afternoon.
Bryan Says He Will Not Seek Re-Election
William Jennings Bryan declares after learning of his Democratic nomination for president that he will not campaign for a second term. He cites singleness of purpose and obligation to the people, stressing the honor comes from the rank and file and not from a single or few individuals.
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William Jennings Bryan
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Practical Fashions dressing sack pattern 1849
Turquoise blue dimity dressing sack pattern Paris No 1849 All Seams Allowed with blue lawn trimming bands armbands lace edging and optional French knot embroidery Adaptable to thin summer materials seven sizes 32 to 44 bust yards required and 10 cents to Pattern Department with size and address
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GIRLS APRON Pattern No 2300 for growing girls
Pattern No 2300 offers a simple girls apron with an English embroidery yoke and mikado armbands, front pockets, and back fullness tied with sash ends. Sizes cover six to twelve years, example for eight years needs 3 yards 27 inch material or 2½ yards 36 inch, plus 2½ yards of insertion. Pattern Department provides size and pattern number.
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St Edmund Altar to Be Placed at Canterbury
A vacant crypt space at Westminster Cathedral near Cardinal Wiseman and Cardinal Manning will soon host an altar dedicated to St Edmund at Canterbury, honoring the last canopized archbishop.
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Westminster Cathedral
London
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Canterbury
Americans Hold Global Monopoly on Drilling Machinery
American manufacturers control a practice monopoly in well drilling equipment worldwide, dominating the market and influencing global industry standards.
Deputy Jim Delivers Prisoner From Georgia
In Alabama a deputy marshal chases a bail jumper into Georgia. He telegraphs the judge that the man is coming, then arrives riding a mule with the prisoner tied to a clothes line. The judge asks if the man walked. Jim replies some of the way was dragged and he swam the Tallapoosa river.
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Alabama
John D. Fearhake
Georgia
Jim
Tallapoosa River
Women’s Home Journal
Two Cures of Eczema by Cuticura Remedies
A Louisville reader recounts eczema relief after using Cuticura. He notes his grandson healed after weeks, and he himself suffered severe sores one winter before Cuticura brought immediate improvement and final cure. The letter cites addresses and dates in 1907.
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Seventh St
Louisville, Ky
A Mere Fad on Economy Talk by Rockefeller Jr
Rockefeller argues economy can be pushed to extremes. A Cleveland area farmer supposedly treats economy as a fad by traveling with a hen tied to his buggy. At noon the hen eats spilled horse feed, preventing waste.
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John D. Rockefeller, Jr
Mr. Rockefeller
Cleveland
Telepathic Thirst at Elks Fair in Lyons
A Palmyra Journal tale recalls winning a whisky prize at the Lyons Elks fair and a celebratory homecoming met by three church members a town official and two band members. Since then townsfolk who once praised the group have begun speaking kindly of them.
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Palmyra
N. Y
Elks’ Fair
Lyons
A Man's Tact
Mr Henley questions Miss Fairley about her appearance and hair eyes. She replies she would remain the same. He is surprised by her answer and puzzled by her judgment of his manners.
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Mr. Henley
Diet Switch Boosts Athlete Performance Says Grape-Nuts
A Michigan reader credits Grape-Nuts and Postum with dramatic athletic gains after cutting meat and pastries and quitting coffee. He reports weight gain from 124 to 140 pounds between June and September, improved mornings, and better track and football form. A Postum Co. endorsement signs off with the slogan There’s a Reason.
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Mich
Wellville
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