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Newspaper
Prescott Daily News
Location
Prescott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 26, 1908
Page
2
The Prescott Daily News lists subscription terms entered as second class matter April 1 1907 at Prescott Arkansas. Rates per copy and per month by carrier or mail are shown with prepaid three six and twelve month options and a higher monthly rate when not prepaid. Telephone contact 242.
The filing lists Governor George W. Donaghey and a full slate for state and county offices. Other names include Secretary of State C C Ludwig, state treasurer U S Yates, auditor John Br Jobe, and regional officials across justice and public instruction. Local positions cover sheriff, county judge, circuit clerk, county clerk, and coroner among others.
An obituary tribute to Stephen Grover Cleveland, praising his patriotism and constitutional stance. It highlights his refusal to bow to the legislative branch, his defense of the national credit, and his bold diplomacy regarding England and Venezuela. It notes tariff and crop woes reducing popularity but honors his enduring legacy.
The record shows Cleveland as a big strong man of the century, a principled leader in Americanism, praised for honesty in every phrase as reflected in the St. Louis Times.
Six large steamships have been loaded with continental Europe machinery and other goods from this country and Europe. The shipments over the past four months total about 259000 tons with a value around 2000000 dollars.
A Washington astrologer proclaims Taft will win not once but twice and questions delaying the Denver convention to avoid agitation and excitement. The remark hints at political forecasts influencing public mood.
A note on Posry’s interest in funding a lecture series about the Arctic region. The proposal includes illustrated talks on climate and geography aimed at a broader audience.
A royal figure Queen Vietoria of Spain is described as a potential leader for a fictional Anti Ravesielde League. The text notes a recent addition to the royal household from the king’s other son.
An open air pulpit reported as a resounding success in New York inspires talk of a possible soda fountain attachment to capitalize on its appeal.
Corunna Spain June 26 The steamer Larache struck rocks near Moros and sank within minutes. The captain went down with the vessel. Passengers and crew fought for survival as lifeboats failed. Eighty five persons missing sixty five saved by local fishermen using their boats.
The essay urges a new patriotism in America to oppose saloon influence and crime. It argues that foreign foes cannot conquer the nation, but internal evils like drink threaten public justice, families, merchants, taxpayers, and religious work. It calls for action to restore virtue and national unity.
A foggy disaster stranded a ship off rocks with many Argentinian residents aboard. Fishermen rushed to the scene, facing panic and long delays as the vessel sank eight minutes after striking.
London reports the archbishop of Canterbury declined a special license for Mme Gould and Prince de Sagan. Without a license the couple must wait three weeks to wed unless an official issues a contrary permit. Publicity is required for such licenses and secrecy is desired, making a postponement likely. American and French embassies were consulted without success.
Mrs. Susan App, after divorcing to wed Butts also called the 30 000 husband, sues him for maintenance alleging cruelty and neglect and that he has paid attention to other women. The case arises from the prior settlement of $30,000 upon their divorce.
Berkeley California June 26. Professor Robert Herrick of Chicago University sparks uproar by saying Americans lack cultivation because few pupils trace ancestry beyond two generations. He reports less than 30 percent have two generation lineage.
Boston June 26 At the ninth biennial session of the General Federation of Women’s Clubs topics covered allied civic municipal welfare and efforts to advance the pure food movement. Governor Johnson of Minnesota stated he is not a candidate for vice president but allowed his name to be presented at Denver for presidential nomination.
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