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BEVERIDGE wakes up and asks Congress to do something. We second the motion.
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Newspaper
Plattsmouth Journal
Location
Plattsmouth, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1908
Page
2
Brownsville Fire Alarm Silence Hints at Trouble in Season
Fire alarm failure in Brownsville sparks concern as officials disclose ongoing silence for days. After lid blown off the baseball season, observers anticipate fewer troubles and seek clarity from authorities.
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Brownsville
Federal judge warns on union transformation into an empire
A federal judge states in a recent decision that the union has shifted from a simple alliance to an empire. The ruling emphasizes governance concerns and the concentration of power within the organization.
Nomination Debate Lacks Strong Push for Fairbanks
The record notes a muted call for Fairbanks’ nomination with limited vocal support and no clear coalition forming within the proceedings.
Favorite soil meandering home firesides before summer ends
A playful line hints at return journeys and homeward feeling as summer wanes, using rural imagery of soil and firesides to evoke nostalgia and seasonal transition.
Pharr Struck by Public Opinion in Louisiana Governor Race
A fragmented notice notes Pharr, the Republican candidate for Louisiana governor, facing weak support as wage-cut criticisms echo through the campaign. The piece portrays his place in a disputed prosperity narrative and distant prospects.
Public show in the big tent ahead in politics
The text notes the late Jay's trait may pass to his children and warns of a big fruit crop if no freeze before July Fourth. The campaign publicity bill advances to the house but its final passage is not assured. Politicians will soon ask the public to attend the upcoming spectacle in the big tent.
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House
Republican Support for Fairbanks Vice Presidency Reassuring
The text notes there is no strong republican opposition to re electing Fairbanks as vice president, indicating broad intra party backing for his continuance in the role. It highlights a calm political climate within the party around the ticket.
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Fairbanks
Taft Seeks Balance Between Labor Friends and Capital
Secretary Taft works to show friendliness toward organized labor while avoiding offense to organized capital, presenting a cautious stance amid labor capital tensions.
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Taft
Bryan Dems Republicans and Populists Rally Nationwide
The piece notes broad political stirring as Bryan supporters from the Democratic and Republican camps unite in praise of his cause. It asserts Illinois voices strong for the Nebraska leader and predicts other states will echo this sentiment with enthusiasm for the Peerless.
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Illinois
States
Secretary Loeb’s Explanation of Traction Stock Holdings
Secretary Loeb attempts to defend his innocent ownership of certain traction stocks, arguing his actions are lawful and without intent to benefit personally. The exchange centers on holdings and potential conflicts of interest amid ongoing scrutiny.
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Loeb
Neighborly Perspective on Faults and Self
An editorial urges readers to apply the large end of the telescope to neighbors faults and the small end to their own, promoting self awareness and measured judgment.
Signs of Revolt Against Taft Rise in Republican Party
As the Chicago convention nears, protests against William H. Taft grow among Republicans. Roosevelt’s heir faces resistance where officeholders hold power and Black voters are scarce, signaling a drift toward a Democratic presidency.
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Chicago
William H. Taft
Theodore
Roosevelt
Taft
Wall Street Heads Taft Favor, Sun Says
The New York Sun quotes strong Wall Street support for Taft, noting expectations align with market sentiment. The piece frames financial interests as backing the political outcome.
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Wall Street
Taft
New York Sun
Landlord’s Lip Kiss Verdict Reaches Four Thousand Five Hundred Fifty
A Nebraska woman won a $4 550 judgment after her landlord pressed a single kiss on her lips. The case highlights disputes over unwanted advances and compensation for personal affronts.
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Nebraska
Minnesota
Henry Campbell-Bannerman death ends era of statesmanship
A condensed obituary notes Henry Campbell-Bannerman, once Liberal leader and premier after Balfour, whose appeals helped Liberal return to power and whose Boer War stance showed his political acumen. The item lists local visitors and travels of residents, plus brief notes on health, travel, and community events.
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Henry Campbell-Bannerman
England
Balfour
Nebraska Republicans Fear Bryan Victory in Denver
Lincoln's GOP leaders, hostile to W. J. Bryan, worry his Denver nomination will split the party and doom Nebraska in the November election. The text portrays a tense internal battle among state Republicans over the national contest.
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State Capitol
Lincoln
W. J. Bryan
Denver
Nebraska
Democratic Party Morals and Jeffersonian Roots
The speaker argues that Jefferson's central issue versus Hamilton's centralization remains relevant for the Democratic Party. They claim the core principles include equal and exact justice for all and a states rights stance against special privileges. The text frames these as sufficient, ongoing political questions.
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Alexander Hamilton
Thomas Jefferson
Jefferson
Hamilton
Democratic Party
Tale of Woe: Nehawka Reporter Returns From West
T J O Day of the Nehawka Register reports from Washington and Oregon noting thousands of unemployed workers and widespread hardship. He says the country is on the bum and, when asked about investments, quips that his policies reflect the outlook.
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T. J. O'Day
The
Nehawka Register
Washington
Oregon
Weeping Water Republican Attacks Governor Candidate
The Weeping Water Republican mocks Governor Johnson of Minnesota and postmasters praising Bryan’s nomination. The piece claims Democrats favor defeat in Denver and predicts Joseph Bryan’s nomination will end Olive’s access to the delivery window at the post office.
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Johnson
Minnesota
Cass County
Nebraska
Bryan
Denver
Bryan Defends Lecturing Income Against Plutocrat Charge
Mr. Bryan counters claims he is a plutocrat by citing income from lecturing articles and his own paper, insisting earnings come from the people who attend and read his work. He says he would forgo private gain to stay in public service and notes a $25,000 offer to counsel for a corporation would have pulled him from politics.
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W. T. Allen
Anderson
Chris Bushausen
Blossom
Tex
August Hesse
Thomas Haller
Litchfield
Dora Hesse
Dora Wolfe
Bryan
Widows Pension Raised to Twelve Dollars Per Month
The pension rate for widows minors and helpless children under the April 19 1905 act rises to 12 monthly from the act date. No application needed vouchers handled by the pension agent at the next quarterly payment. Many on the roll will benefit as few have reached 12 while veterans over 62 already do.
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Pension Rallo
United States
Merry Widow hats strike Plattsmouth in bold display
A few merry widow hats have appeared in Plattsmouth, though only a slight modification of the famous design seen in large cities. The hats are about the size of a buggy wheel with a crown on a hub, one foot high, wrapped in ribbon and bamboo, excelsior, and garden flowers, making a striking yet controversial fashion statement.
Moving Time at Journal as New Quarters Are Prepared
The Journal moves to new quarters in the west room of the Waterman block. The transition will take several days but the daily will not miss an issue. Readers understand the temporary disruption from those with multiple newspaper experience.
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Waterman
Mrs. Moore Improving After Hospital Stay
L A Moore reports Mrs. Moore shows satisfactory progress at the Omaha hospital. Dr Davis says she may be brought home on Monday or Tuesday of the week after next with a possibility of returning Saturday of next week. Local friends view the update as good news.
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L. A. Moore
Omaha
Sears Cream Separator Patent Dispute Stirs Local Dealers
Sears Roebuck and Co sold cream separators below dealer prices but infringed a patent. Buyers who purchased are ordered to stop using them. Local dealers urged to skip mail order houses and offer safer purchases including a large line of gent's furnishings.
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Sears, Roebuck & Co
Joss
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