02 Nov 1908
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Newspaper
Reno Evening Gazette
Location
Reno, Nevada, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1908
Page
1
On the eve of elections party leaders in all states express confidence in victory. In New York the gubernatorial race is tight with figures and factions shifting, while national tickets and Senate hopes depend on labor votes and upstate margins. Observers call the forecast highly uncertain with results likely closer than usual.
California reports diminished San Francisco activity and United Kingdom reform echoes as state chairmen adjust views. A turnout forecast notes a 45.00 poll stake for "Talt" while Denver escort Hryan is expected to carry the state. Weather indications are favorable and Cull vote is expected to be cast.
Denver Colorado reports the Democratic party petitions the Supreme Court to appoint special watchers in Dye Lane and Anias counties to curb alleged rolling up of a large Republican majority by fraudulent means ahead of today’s vote.
Judge Robertson Democrat contender for governor predicts a 10000 vote lead. The campaign focus includes Roosevelt Lilley correspondence and theHouse speech on Spirit Mil endors ement.
In Willington Delaware observers say the final outcome remains uncertain. While probabilities tilt toward a GOP win many unknowns temper predictions making a definitive forecast difficult.
Undisguised clamor from both parties as statewide races tighten with Taft likely to gain a substantial plurality. The gubernatorial contest and the Capital News Democratic group focus on Moses and the election outcome remains highly debated among voters and commentators.
In Chicago, Republicans claim Victory for Des Heel and a statewide lead by 200,000 while Democrats project a decisive win for Stevenson and a 60,000 to 70,000 state majority. Both sides cite strong party support and regional enthusiasm.
In Indianapolis conservative estimates suggest neither party will win the state by wide margins. The third for the governorship pits James E. Watson Republican against Thomas R. Marshall Democrat with the liberal element backing Marshall. Marshall may gain in cities while Watson is strong in towns and rural areas.
Iowa Democratic state central committee chair Knt Price says Iowa is in the doubtful column with chances bright for a Democratic victory. Republican chairman Franke estimates Taft's majority at 15,000. Democrats claim possible victories in five congressional districts.
In Topeka on November 2, Democrats rally as Republicans prepare for evening speeches. Party leaders express confidence. Republicans at headquarters note urban votes favor Brown and railroads oppose Job. Bristay remains Republican candidate for U S senator.
Maryland returns show Democrats ahead by about 6008 votes and Republicans by a substantial margin as preliminary counts favor the leading parties. Balloting concludes with early indications of party strength in state races.
Boston November 2 Republicans conceded to be in complete command of the situation in Massachusetts as the national contest nears its end. The early returns suggest a strong showing for GOP candidates statewide. Analysts note momentum for the party across urban and rural districts.
Michigan MOICPROTP reports Aled Noy outlines party lines as the Democratic state chairman forecasts Lawton Flemins as governor, while the Republican chairman asserts Governor Warner will be re elected.
State Republicans express confidence in winning six of Minnesota's nine congressional districts. Chairman Brown declined to estimate Jacobsen's lead over Governor Johnson, while Democratic chairman Day asserts strong prospects for his party.
Nevada Republicans forecast a sweeping victory with Taft leading by about two thousand. A statewide poll shows Republicans 12,000 Democrats 10,060 Socialists 1,500 Independence 2,500. Flanigan expected to win big, Maxgon’s labor-leaning support could push a sweeping win, Hugh Brown seen as standard bearer for youth and party unity.
In Missouri today grand jury probes into registration fraud draw public attention as police and election officials in major cities push for an honest vote. Observers broadly agree Bryan has safe support, though views vary across sources and parties.
On November 2 Montana voters weigh a close national contest and statewide offices. Republicans Pray for Congress and Donlan for governor are favored but result hinges on 18,000 newly registered voters in the state.
Lincoln hosts two political rallies with William Jennings Bryan addressing from the Lincoln hotel balcony and Republicans rallying at the Auditorium. Republicans bank on rural gains while Democrats expect strong urban turnout for Bryan. Voters anticipate a Republican governor, with Sheldon favored by many observers despite close totals.
In Trenton on November 2 Republicans projected Taft would win New Jersey by at least 33 500 votes while Democrats put Bryan ahead by about 17 000. Democrats claimed four of ten congressional seats, Republicans conceded only one.
Concord reports the state’s greatest vote in history expected tomorrow with both parties claiming the governorship. Republicans concede a presidential victory and expect a 15,000 plurality in the statewide contest.
In Cincinnati on November 2 both parties express confidence yet admit surprises may occur. State Chairman Garber backs Ryan’s slate by 5:00 while Republicans insist Harris will lose in cities over his stance on local option but gain in rural areas, arguing Taft could win by 40,000 to 250,000.
Guthrie Oklahoma November 2 large socialist vote expected in state due to absence of full state ticket. Democratic factions clash but national politics fade as all factions back Bryan and Gore for re election.
Oregon Republicans hold to a Taft plurality estimated last week from 12,000 to 20,000, despite Democrats claiming Oregon for Bryan by more than 2,000.
Philadelphia November 2 Chairman Andrews of the Republican state committee is quoted as continuing remarks with further details to be continued on page eight.
Authorities declare Chinatown unsanitary and begin work to raze the area using axe and hire until the destruction completes. The action aims to exterminate the settlement, leaving hundreds of Celestials homeless as enforcement follows the jury's order.
Dr Robinson with James May and J. Peck oversee the demolition of disease breeding shacks in Chinatown and Tenderloin. Police Chief Burke and Fire Chief Webster witness as residents, including a Chinaman and a Black woman, flee ahead of arson and hammering sounds. The drive, supported by the Washoe County grand jury, aims to purge the area of filth and danger.
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