Bryan Sees Wilson Nomination as Democratic Victory
Baltimore July 2 W J Bryan said Wilson on the progressive platform means an overwhelming fall victory for the Democrats He stated the convention action will appeal to the country and that Wilson’s stand against Parker was decisive He predicted not less than 209000 popular votes and a large electoral college majority urging continued support of progressive Democrats and Republicans.
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Osborne Opposes Third Party Move In Roosevelt Rift
Lansing July 3 Governor Osborne speaks against a third party and urges Roosevelt to skip the August convention and not seek the presidency. He was among seven governors who met in Chicago asking Roosevelt to pursue the Republican nomination.
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Bankhead Explains Underwood Move At Convention
In Baltimore on July 3 Senator Bankhead of Alabama spoke after consent to discuss Senator Underwood’s bid. He said Underwood aimed to end sectional feeling and that his central ambition is to secure national unity rather than sectional advantage. He noted Underwood’s hope to win the nomination.
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Democratic Platform Summary Calls for tariff reform and anti trust enforcement
The platform reaffirms commitment to Jeffersonian democracy, supports revenue tariff only, denounces high Republican tariffs as causing wealth inequality, and calls for immediate and gradual duties reductions on life essentials. It criticizes Taft vetoes, rebukes Republican failures of 1908 promises, and argues high living costs stem from tariffs. It urges vigorous anti trust law enforcement and new measures to curb private power.
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Wilsons Yard Like An Army Camp
Sea Girl New Jersey July 3 Governor Wilson slept late after a night of congratulatory receptions. He emerged to find tents dotting the lawn used by telegraphers, telephones and visitors. The scene resembled an army camp around the little white house.
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Democratic ticket likely to win this fall
A political brief notes that the democratic ticket is favored for the upcoming fall election. The piece mentions a man leaving his wife and daughter of this city and a brother and sister in West Hanover, with a brief personal reference to Masa.
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Governors Marshall Unites in Support for Wilson Nomination
Indianapolis and Washington telegrams reveal Gov Marshall Oscar Underwood and Champ Clark sending congratulations to Governor Wilson. Harmon also telegraphed July 3 expressing support. Clark commits to aid Wilson’s campaign and Wilson receives praise for a hard earned victory.
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Wilson selects Marshall as Democratic running mate on second ballot
Gov Woodrow Wilson of New Jersey and Gov Thomas Marshall of Indiana head the Democratic ticket after a second ballot decision. The party announces the pairing for president and vice president.
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Vice Presidential Nominations See Battle Between Burke and Marshall
In Baltimore on July 3 delegates continued the vice presidential nominating process. Michigan and Mississippi seconded Marshall while Missouri and Oklahoma backed Burke. Chamberlain was also proposed by Oregon with seconding from Mississippi. Bryan's name surfaced in the District of Columbia amid uproar as he urged to speak while delegates pressed him to take the platform.
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Brief Sketch of Thomas Riley Marshall
Born in Manchester Indiana in 1854 Governor Marshall spent his life in Indiana He graduated from Wabash College in 1873 practiced law in Columbia City then was elected governor two years ago He holds LL D degrees from Wabash Notre Dame and the University of Pennsylvania He married Lois I Kimsey in 1885 Known as the Little Giant he is a slender man with mild violet blue eyes and a loyal friend to his allies His gubernatorial race rise came when Indiana democrats urged him to run and he was nominated and elected to save the day.
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Roosevelt pleased by Wilson nomination in Democratic move
Franklin P. Roosevelt of New York, a nephew of Col. Roosevelt, visited Wilson at Sea Girl New Jersey on July 3 to convey the impression that the Democrat nomination of Wil son is pleasing to Roosevelt.
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Wilson nomination won't alter Roosevelt progressives plans
Sacramento July 3 Governor Johnson said he believed Woodrow Wilson's nomination by the Democratic convention would make no difference in the plans of the Roosevelt progressive movement. He offered no further changes to their strategy.
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Taft Platform Adopted by Ohio Republicans at Convention
Judge Edmund B. Dillon of Columbus was nominated for governor by the Republican state convention. Taft forces controlled the adjourned session of the presidential delegation, and the Taft platform was adopted.
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Clark says Bryan slanders cost him nomination
Washington July 2 Speaker Champ Clark returns from Baltimore and thanks supporters for a hard fought bid. He says he never scrapped a democratic ticket and will support Governor Wilson, blaming William J. Bryan for his nomination loss and praising his loyal friends.
May Start Scandal In Official Zone
Washington July 3 An investigation of the treasury department is proposed in a resolution introduced by Representative Cox in the house. It was referred to the house committee on expenditures to consider and report back. Cox moved after letters from Assistant Secretary Andrew criticizing Secretary MacVeagh were made public. Andrew named nearly every treasury bureau head as having clashes with MacVeagh.
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Nearly All Business Houses Close for Fourth of July in Pendleton
Pendleton plans a quiet Fourth of July with public offices and most businesses closed while residents seek festivities in other cities. Walla Walla is a favored destination, aided by a special train for the Elks' circus, with Pendleton’s band and baseball team also on the bill. Bingham Springs and Helix will host celebrations. weather may affect Umatilla resort attendance as roads stay wet. Some will picnic along the river or stay home. Trains run at 7 am, 2 pm, and 6:30 pm though no special service is promised.
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Hearst Paper Attacks Colonel Bryan After Convention
New York July 3 The New York American comments on Governor Wilson's nomination. The paper says Bryan comes out of the convention strained forever and stamped by his hypocrisy and his hates, as a fraud and a demagogue.
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Wilsons Acknowledgment of Emotion at Baltimore Nomination
Governor Woodrow Wilson and Mrs Wilson respond to his Democratic nomination with deep solemnity. He explains emotion ran deep as votes grew, not ego, and credits supporters as those fighting for shared ideals. Mrs Wilson echoes the solemn tone, noting the weight of the moment.
Pall Mall Gazette Sees Democratic Victory Likely
London July 8 The London Press applauds Gov Wilson nomination by Baltimore Democrats calling him the best Democrat available. It notes the nomination looks like Democratic success this fall and would prevent radical votes leaking to Roosevelt while making Roosevelt’s position awkward.
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Walla Walla Pioneer Passes to Beyond
Walla Walla Wash July 2 Mel ver Bo Dwelley a pioneer of the Walla Walla valley died at 10 o clock last night at his home 150 South Fourth street after an attack of paralysis that began a few days ago Dwelley born in West Hanover Massachusetts in 1853 moved to California in 1866 and had lived in the west since then a resident of Walla Walla for the past years
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Vessel Star of Canada Breaks Up Near Gisborne
Sydney reports the liner Star of Canada, sailing from Gisborne, New Zealand, broke up in heavy seas. It is feared to be a total loss with cargo valued at about half a million dollars.
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Oregon Governor Proclaims July 11 a Legal Holiday
Salem Oregon July 3 Governor West declares Thursday July 11 a legal holiday as Elks prepare for the national reunion in Portland. The proclamation honors the Elks of the nation and marks a courtesy observance for attendees.
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San Francisco Backing Wilson by Spreckles and Progrsive
San Francisco financier Rudolph Spreckles, noted for backing graft prosecutions, and a republican progressive who backed La Follette, declared their support for Governor Wilson, the Democratic presidential nominee.
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Yesidro Reports Missing After Power Boat Race Daring Journey
Tacoma officials fear the cruiser Yesidro from Vancouver to Tacoma vanished during the endurance race. The Tacoma yacht club notes no reports since Monday and fear the craft may have swamped with its crew lost, with no further details available.
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Supreme Court Ends Prolonged Salt Water Rights Case
The Washington Supreme Court handed down a decision ending the long running water rights dispute on the Little Walla Walla river known as the salt case. Attorneys say the opinion will modify the circuit court ruling in favor of about 300 defendants. substance of the decision is not yet available. The Peacook Milling Company initiated the suit to stop other users from interfering with its water rights, and the case has endured for years.
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