Clark and Bryan Trade Charges in Baltimore Clash
Baltimore July 1 Sunday brought no cessation of hostilities between William J Bryan and Speaker Clark. Both issued statements last night with Bryan defending his opposition to the speaker for the presidency. Clark called Bryan's accusations false and infamous in a letter to Senator Stone. The exchange centers on New York delegation influence and objections to convention procedures and leadership.
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William J. Bryan
Clark
Bryan
Charles F. Murphy
New York
Mr. Bryan
J. P. Morgan
August Belmont
Thomas F. Ryan
Senator Stone
Missouri
Washington
House of Representatives
Hrgan
Missouri Delegates Clash With Bryan Over Courtesy Banner
In Baltimore after the thirty third ballot Missouri delegates unfurled an oil cloth banner praising Champ Clark. Bryan demanded the right to speak, was blocked, and a heated confrontation ensued as police separated him and Missouri members, with exchanges and shouting on the hall floor.
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Clark Banner
Col. Bryan
Baltimore
Champ Clark
William J. Bryan
Bryan
John E. Lamb
Indiana
Governor Forges Ahead in Tight New Jersey Vote
Supporters redouble efforts as deadlock persists in New Jersey. A convention is expected amid a strong demonstration pushing Illinois to join. Col Bryan faces sharp criticism from a New Yorker as Wilson supporters gain ground on each vote.
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New Jersey
Wilson
Illinois
Col. Bryan
New Yorker
Local veteran leader chosen as head of Oregon group
A. J. McAllister of Malabon Camp Pendleton was named department commander of the United Spanish War Veterans of Oregon after attending the fourth annual encampment in Albany. McAllister, former senior hospital steward with the First Colorado during the Spanish American War, has been an active Malabon Camp member since moving to Pendleton. In related national news, Woodrow Wilson moved ahead on the thirtieth ballot in Baltimore, surpassing Champ Clark as the presidential race continued, triggering strong supporter demonstrations.
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A. J. McAllister
Pendleton
Albany
United Spanish War Veterans of
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McAllister
Colorado
Philippines
Prove or retract Clark to Bryan in Baltimore convention
Champ Clark, arriving from Washington, denounces W J Bryan over an accusation of deals with Tammany to win the presidential nomination. He convenes with local lieutenants and calls for Bryan to retract the charge that Clark allied with privileged interests. The statement decries the insult to him and the Democratic Party.
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Champ Clark
W. J. Bryan
Washington
Bryan
Clark
Democratic Party
Convention Crowd Exits Baltimore After Six Days of Delegation Pace
Baltimore July 1 Six days of convention activity has worn down the holiday mood as visitors rooters marching clubs and delegates depart. Telegraph offices report many messages urging remittance to wives mothers brothers and friends. New York delegates and Tammany shout ers return to Broadway after a brisk weekend. A Bryan statement is cited to suggest presidential ambitions would bind the candidate to influential interests. Continues on page five.
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New York
Broadway
Mr. Clark
Bryan
United States
Pendleton Boy Earns Quarter Million Club Honors
Edgar W. Smith, Pendleton, six months after his Oregon agency appointment for Equitable Life, qualifies for the Quarter Million Club by writing $260,000 in policies. He also qualifies for the Century Club and will attend the Niagara Falls convention with Mrs. Smith as guest. His feat, achieved in six months, marks him as one of the Pacific coast’s top producers despite limited prior experience.
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Pendleton
Oregon
Equitable Life Assurance Society
United States
Portland
Equitable Company
Century Club
Pacific Coast
Detroit
Niagara Falls
Smith
Mr. Smith
Railway Extension Considered From Pilot Rock To Ukiah
The question if a line of the Umatilla Central railroad will extend from Pilot Rock to Ukiah or another southern Umatilla County point dominates local discussion. Officials J P O'Brien and R B Miller declined to speak for publication while tour through the area impressed them with resources, topography, and population. Road may be built, with continued details on page 8.
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Ukiah
Umatilla Central
Uma Uilla
Umatilla
Grant
J. P. O'Brien
R. B. Miller
Tornado Wrecks Regina Saskatchewan and Kills Many
A severe wind storm and tornado struck Regina Saskatchewan causing extensive destruction across the city and surrounding towns. Hundreds are injured or dead, with property losses estimated around ten million dollars. Dozens of buildings including major churches were leveled as volunteers scour wreckage. Telegraph and telephone lines are down, complicating news from nearby towns.
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Man
Saskatchewan
Quappelleé
Melville
Canadian Northwest
Methodist Baptist
Knox
Aviator Von Ssakay Sets New World Altitude Record
In Vienna an aviator named Von Ssakay climbed to 12 833 feet, shattering the world record for the highest flight. The dramatic ascent occurred at an international meet drawing crowds and press attention to the bold milestone.
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Vienna
von Ssakay
Taft appoints Bullitt Solicitor General
Washington July 1 William Marshall Bullitt of Louisville Ky was appointed by President Taft to be Solicitor general of the United States.
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Washington
William Marshall Bullitt
Louisville
Taft
United States
House backs Speaker Clark amid charges from Bryan
Washington July 1 the house voted unanimously full confidence in Speaker Clark in response to Bryan's accusation that he cooperates with unhealthy political interests. The vote shows support regardless of political affiliations and emphasizes unity in leadership.
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Washington
Bryan
Clark
House
Governor West asked to probe liquor law abuses by Indians
A United States grand jury from Portland appeals to Governor West to enforce liquor laws in Toledo Florence Ely and Pendleton where Indians are cited as offenders against federal statutes and local officers are accused of lax enforcement. The jurors vow to press for action as part of a statewide crackdown on liquor and moral law violations.
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West
United States Grand Jury
Max. Baron
Salem
Grand Jury
United States
Wilson pleased with balloting at Democratic convention
Governor Woodrow Wilson commented that the ballot results in Baltimore were very satisfactory. He smiled broadly and expressed clear pleasure with how the convention was progressing.
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Woodrow Wilson
Baltimore
New York Delegate Attacks Bryan at Democratic Meeting
John B. Stanchfield of New York bitterly attacked William Jennings Bryan denying that the New York delegation was influenced by Morgan Ryan and Belmont. He called Bryan a publicity seeking marke t from Nebraska and said the delegation was representative. Stanchfield announced his vote for Wilson.
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Col. Bryan
Baltimore
John B. Stanchlefiel
New York
William Jennings Bryan
Stanchfield
Bryan
Morgan
Ryan
Belmont
Nebraska
Governor West Leads Militia Raid on Milwaukee Road House
Portland dispatch reports Governor West with Adjutant General Finger and 40 guardsmen raided the Milwaukee road house, closed it, and proclaimed martial law. Proprietor A. J. Burns was summoned to address a high wall. West pledged law and order and said soldiers would enforce it if authorities fail. Camped guards remained in part of the area as they moved toward the Claremont house for additional raids.
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A. J. Burns
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