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Newspaper
Prescott Daily News
Location
Prescott, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1908
Page
2
The article notes a sharp decline in alien immigration to the United States as 1908 closes, contrasting with a record 1907. It cites total 1907 arrivals of 1,884,166, a downturn in December, and a net loss of 191,078 by midyear. It warns of labor shortages as the industrial mood improves.
A Methodist Sunday school meeting approved a five point program to canvass church members, families outside the church, and unengaged youths to enroll more students. Teachers must report results, ensure prompt Sunday attendance, and promote school music as part of the drive.
National Chairman Mack charges Republican managers pressuring friendly business interests to scare voters into backing Taft. He will publish names of individuals or corporations using such tactics. Democratic lit may reach Taft supporters, while the party publicizes its campaign fund and cites plans for Bryan speeches in New York. Hortense Nielsen slated for Greeson Opera House engagement next month.
Capt. J. F. Smith of Little Rock was yesterday elected major general commanding the Arkansas Division of the United Confederate Veterans at the state convention held at Hotel Marion. He succeeds ex Senator James T. Berry, who commanded the division for two years, with the commander position viewed as the session's principal feature.
The new intrastate passenger rate of 3 cents will be filed with the railroad commission today by five trunk line agents. The rate reportedly takes effect October 22. Mileage books for 1000 miles will cost $20 and tickets will carry a detachable coupon serving as the passenger receipt. Officials expect more frequent special excursion rates.
National Committeeman Guy B. Tucker received a telegram from Norman B. Mack requesting help at Democratic National Committee headquarters in Chicago until after the election. Tucker said he could not leave Little Rock before Saturday night but would reach headquarters Monday to assist, including work with the traveling men's bureau. He plans to stay until after November 3.
The article begins with a recipe for egg plant baked with a savory filling including bread crumbs tomato onion parsley and seasoning. It then shifts to Miss Ruby Abrams, a Cooper Institute graduate who is deaf and formerly mute, noted for leading her class and winning four prizes during her art course at the Institute for the Improved Instruction of Deaf Mutes.
A clipped excerpt recalls Mrs Gadley who grew speechless after a burglar entered her room one night. The passage notes her eventual renewed chatter as the incident unsettles observers, with a quip about her teeth still ticking.
Notice of election to be held November 8 1908 in Nevada county Arkansas to choose nine Presidential electors and one Congressman at designated polling places including Albany Laneburg Sutton Boughton Rosston Cale Emmet Morris Jackson Hatley s Store Glenville Bodcaw Brisbane Lackland Wire Road School House Willisville Pleasant Hill Bluff City and Union. E D Hood sheriff attested October 8 1908.
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